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The StoryField
LIFE is complex, and the frustrating issues never seem to stop. BUSINESS is hard, with no easy answers and difficult progress. Living a life of FAITH can feel complicated, leaving you feeling uninspired and lonely when your relationship with God feels broken. It’s discouraging when MOVEMENT in your life, business, or faith has stopped.
This podcast is here to change that by focusing on the incredible power of stories. Listening to the experiences of others can provide positive, encouraging, and…
Episodes
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When God’s Plan Isn’t Your Plan | Micah Petrea
Micah WANTED to be a professional baseball player. He then WANTED to be the next Garth Brooks. Then he WANTED to be the next great record producer. BUT, what…
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Stepping Out of the Boat at the Peak of a Career | Josh Allen
Josh was crushed with worry, anxiety, and depression for years. At the peak of his law career Josh was told to – “Step out of the boat”. In obedience to God’s…
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Want to Love People Well? | Mike Fritscher
Mike Fritscher loves the feel and culture of New Orleans and REALLY Loves people. Growing up in Metairie, Louisiana, he found a love for the local culture…
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Growing Up Without a Dad? There’s Help | Eric Swithin
Eric was puking up blood (from all the drug/alcohol use) for three days and laying on his bathroom floor when Jesus showed on the scene. He was as broken as it…
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Left Full-Time Ministry? You’re Not Done | Todd Dionne
Todd Dionne is a maverick. Not the kind from Cool Hand Luke or Tom Cruise in Top Gun. He just knows he is the most comfortable when he is truly aligned and…
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A Wild, Destructive Life Completely Changed | Marc Owings
Marc was out of control in his youth. Heavy alcohol and drug abuse often being found passed out in front yard. Sexually active at an early age. Fighting all…
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Pastor, You Don’t Have to Pretend You’re OK | Brian Carpenter
Brian Carpenter and the Refuge Foundation have been fighting what he calls the “Great Lie” for years. As Brian explains the Great Lie -- “everyone assumes…
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When God Says “Help Them,” Will You Go? | Chris Beth
Chris Beth did not even want to be standing on the porch of a partially flooded house on the banks of the Amazon River that day. But it was the day that…
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Finding Rest in the Valleys of Anxiety | Jon Seidl
Jon Seidl is the author of Finding Rest: A Survivor’s Guide to Navigating the Valleys of Anxiety, Faith, and Life. Immediately upon release it become a #1…
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From Drugs and Despair to Pastor and Owner | Abraham Garcia
Abraham was kicked out of his house early. Came to America illegally. Got caught up in a life of drugs and the pain which comes with it. He came to the point…
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Slow to Obey What God Is Telling You? | Dumbi Mabiala
This is being said as kind as possible -- this episode will take away some of your excuses for being slow in obeying what God is speaking to you. You will be…
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The StoryField #39: The One with Shawn Bolz and God’s Heart through Prophecy
Hold onto your seat! Here is how we started this incredible interview: “Shawn, tell us a story about a time when God gave you a prophetic word for someone that…
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Facing a Diagnosis You Can’t Fix? | Dirk Smith
This interview with Dirk Smith will bring you both encouragement and extreme clarity. Over two years ago, his wife of 34 years was diagnosed with ALS…
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From a VW Bug to the Top 1% of His Industry | Bob Hasson
Bob’s company uses about 50,000 gallons of paint each year but that wasn’t always the case. He has learned to partner with God and use a few “rocket science”…
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Big Bets: Leaving It All to Build Pray.com | Mike Lynn
Michael’s life is a series of providential events, big bets, and risky transitions… Today, Michael is the CFO and co-founder of Pray.com – the world’s #1 app…
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What a Late-Night Car Ride Taught Me About Love | Bob Goff
Occasionally, a person will get an experience of their lifetime. It happened for Josh Allen (podcast co-host) at 10:30p on a Tuesday night when Bob Goff ended…
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How to Live Fearlessly | Jamie Winship
Here is how we started our conversation with Jamie Winship: 1. What is one of the most dangerous situations you have ever been in? 2. Is it possible to live…
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One Adoption, One Prayer App, Millions Reached | Matthew Potter
Is this a coincidence? A 15-year girl was pregnant and scared. She needed advice and went to a local church to speak with a brand-new pastor. Pastor didn’t…
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He Sold Everything to Save Fatherless Boys | Chad Wallen
I have an idea for you – You should quit your job. Sell your house. Sell 80% of your belongings. Then, move to another State far far away where you only know…
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How to Grow a Business From Almost Nothing | Ron Hughes
Ron graduated from a class of 28 people in west Texas. Years later though – he found himself involved in helping build a company which grew from $100k in…
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Spiritually Running on Empty? | Chuck Gschwend
Meet Chuck. He is a lawyer… actually, no… a minister/lead pastor…actually, no…. a spiritual director…and the director of culture and spiritual formation… Ok –…
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How to Keep Going When Life Taps You Out | Blessed Matai
Meet Blessed Matai. He loves getting punched in the face. Be careful if you try though because he is a blackbelt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Stephenville locals…
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The One Change That Transforms a Business | Lee Ellis
Meet Lee Ellis. Founder and owner of at least four (4) companies in Fort Worth; including one of the largest real estate brokerages in Tarrant County. Lee…
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A Rough Start Doesn’t Decide Your Finish | John Strappazon
Meet John Strappazon aka “Strap”. Strap grew up on the wrong side of the tracks outside of Chicago but found himself living with a friend’s family attending…
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Afraid to Take the First Step? Just Walk In | Marlon Woods
Meet Marlon Woods. Marlon has more followers on Instagram (80,000 followers) than Stephenville’s population. Marlon’s name may sound familiar to you if you’ve…
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Stage 4 Cancer and a Promise From God | Darrel Auvenshine
Meet Darrel – our guest on The StoryField Podcast. He should not be alive right now – except for a miracle. This is what Darrel heard from God immediately…
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What Desert Seasons Are Teaching You | Jeremy Davis
The StoryField w/ Jeremy Davis. Jeremy Davis apparently needs the desert seasons. He is a 3rd generation pastor’s kid but after an early divorce in his family…
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The Moments That Shape Who You Become | Ross Conner
Ross is a partner with Hotchkiss Insurance but there is way more to the story of his life. In fact, one episode did not do it justice. When trying to explain…
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One Letter, 40 Years, 500 Families | Brad Allen
The Company of the Rock House: · Has 500 employees; · Is in 8 locations across Texas; and · Has provided life skills needs and training to adults with…
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Want to Quit? You Only Lose If You Do | Savion Washington
He wakes up each day ready to “Attack the Day” but that wasn’t always the case... Savion is the owner/founder of SDUB Fitness – Stephenville, Texas as well as…
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“You Look Horrible”: The Words That Saved His Life | Don Armstrong
“You look horrible.” As an act of concern, two people told Don that exact phrase in one day. Within the next week Don was diagnosed with leukemia and had…
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From Drug Dealer to Church Leader | Barney Paradise
On May 27, 1987, he was busted by the DEA. Life changed forever on that day for Barney. “By the time I was 16, I was already dealing drugs.” This is how…
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Is Your Family Beyond Repair? | Jason Klimis
His dad’s life was dramatically changed at a tee ball practice when a stranger introduced Jesus (and Romans 10:9) into the picture. The story of the Klimis…
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He Quit on a Power Pole and Built a New Life | Joel Condren
Joel was standing at the top of a 95ft high power line pole when two major life decisions where clarified: “I do not think I want to do this job anymore” and…
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From Opera Singer to Construction Leader | Adam Feriend
Meet Adam Feriend. Many Parker County residents know Adam from his countless volunteer roles including the WISD school board. Adam is an owner/COO of the 60mm+…
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Believing Lies About Who You Are? | Norris Williams
People’s lives are being completely transformed once they discover the answer to this question. The problem of discovering the truth about yourself is that we…
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Lessons From 50 Years of Helping People | Scott D. Allen
You will really enjoy today’s guest if you are a client or friend of The Allen Firm, PC. We were honored to be able to interview Scott Allen. He is the founder…
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Want a Life That Matters? | Jenifer Sarver
Jenifer’s 6-Word Memoir is “She lived a life that mattered.” What is yours? Today’s conversation is fascinating with topics ranging from: the tragic loss of…
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Following God’s Voice Into Wild Adventures | Christian Lehenbauer
Today’s episode will encourage and challenge you – in a good way. Christian is unbelievably courageous in his following the voice of the Lord which led him…
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Hope After Losing a Parent | Jake Freels
In his own words, Jake Freels grew up in “the best world you could grow up in”. He grew up surrounded with wonderful family and friends; they were active in…
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Building America’s First Black-Owned Gear Shop | Jahmicah Dawes
There is a high probability you already know Jahmicah; have had some great conversations with him; and have noticed the recent national recognition of him and…
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They Said He’d Never Make the NFL | Kevin Kolb
Most people from these parts know Kevin Kolb. He played 7 years as an NFL Quarterback – for the Eagles, Cardinals, and Bills. Someone once told him -- “You are…
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Thinking About Changing Careers? | Jeremy Self
Meet Jeremy. Jeremy is a former church planter and pastor. Now, he is an Edward Jones advisor in Lakeway, Texas. The amazing thing is that his transition from…
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40 Countries by 21: A Life of Adventure | Nathan Hutson
How many countries have you traveled to in your life? Well- meet Nathan. He is 21 years old and has traveled to 40 countries already and he is heading to…
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How to Grow a Business Past Its Stuck Point | Les McKeown
Les McKeown is a best-selling author and a true expert in organizational growth and leadership. Here is why this can be confidently stated: He started 42…
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Can a Small-Town Business Really Thrive? | Lance Battenfield
What if we told you this was the location of a very successful country store bringing unbelievably great coffee, tea, craft beer, and food to a town of…
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No Degree? You Can Still Build a Great Business | Scott Randolph
Who says you have to go to college to start an incredible business? Scott Randolph – creator and owner of Skinny’s Repair Shop didn’t believe that –…
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Want to Make Disciples? Start Here | Nick Cooper
So what happens when a high school senior goes fishing with his buddy on a beautiful Texas afternoon? Well, he- decides to go to college in a different state…
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Faith That Engages the Everyday World | Duke Revard
Listen to today’s interview if you feel a little bored or not happy with the condition of Christian life right now. Duke Revard was a linebacker in the Big 12…
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7-Figure Mistakes Every Entrepreneur Should Know | Craig Kautsch
So you want to be an entrepreneur? Quit your job and enter the wild unknown... Before you do it tune in to this interview. An interview with a hopeless…