Can you grow up in church, know the Bible, and still not truly be saved?

In this episode, Pastor David Mataya shares how his life went from outward “Christian” to a train wreck of sin, anger, and a broken marriage—and how God used it all to bring him to true repentance and faith in Christ.

You’ll hear about head knowledge vs. heart change, false assurance, and the life-changing power of the gospel.

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After growing up in a broken home and chasing the empty promises of sin, Terrell Medina encountered the gospel at a winter camp that changed everything. In this episode, he shares how God saved him, shaped his calling through discipleship and missions, and ultimately led him to serve as Student Pastor at Redeemer Bible Church.

📍 About Redeemer Bible Church

Redeemer Bible Church is located in Gilbert, Arizona and is committed to faithfully preaching the Word of God and making disciples of Jesus Christ.

https://redeemeraz.org/

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Welcome back to Ordinary People with Extraordinary Lives!In this deeply moving episode, host Arlenys Buckelew sits down with Emily Curtis—wife, mother, author, and founder of Hope in the Mourning.

Emily vulnerably shares her personal journey through loss, grief, and suffering, and how God transformed her pain into a ministry that now comforts and serves others.

From spiritual struggles in childhood, to the heartbreak of losing loved ones, to the unexpected birth of a nonprofit after walking alongside a grieving friend—Emily’s honest testimony will encourage anyone navigating a difficult season.

Together, Emily and Arlenys discuss the importance of biblical community, practical ways to support those who are grieving, and what it truly means to find lasting hope in Christ.

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• Hope in the Morning – Website: https://hopeinthemourning.org/• Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hope-in-the-mourning/id1807104162

• YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@HopeintheMourning

• Book: https://a.co/d/bUK3NAn

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