Brought Back to Life

We’ve all experienced it - you run into a friend from the past but something is different… they are changed. Maybe there is a calm where there was once a storm. Maybe there is gentleness instead of harshness. There’s a new passion, a new life. What changed? Welcome to Brought Back To Life - a podcast where we explore stories of ordinary transformation.

Episodes

How Jesus Transformed Me with Donnie Davidson

March 25, 2026 • 24 mins

Some testimonies remind us just how patient and persistent God’s love really is, especially when someone has spent years believing they’re too far gone. Donnie Davidson’s journey from rejection and addiction to hope, healing, and purpose, shows how God can use ordinary people and unexpected moments to break through even the darkest seasons. His story is a powerful reminder that faith and community can rebuild what shame and despair...

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I Was a Jehovah's Witness and Then I Found Jesus with Bally Sahota

March 18, 2026 • 36 mins

Faith can take all kinds of paths—some straightforward, others full of questions, doubts, and rediscovery. Bally’s journey shows how God meets us right in the middle of the mess, gently guiding us through unlearning and toward deeper truth. His story reminds us that welcoming the Holy Spirit can open unexpected doors and lead us into a freer, more authentic faith.

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From Breakdown to Belief with Bill Bear

March 11, 2026 • 12 mins

Some of us come to faith through quiet moments, and others through a long, winding road that forces us to confront our limits and our need for something greater. Bill Bear’s journey is one of those powerful reminders that God can break into a life shaped by pressure, striving, and self‑reliance, offering a completely different way forward. His story shows how Jesus meets us right where we are, often after we’ve tried everything els...

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Despair to Restoration with Derek Yuri

March 4, 2026 • 14 mins

Some stories remind us just how far God’s grace can reach, even when life feels impossibly dark. Derek Yuri’s journey from homelessness and addiction to hope, healing, and a brand‑new life, shows how God can meet us in the places we least expect and lead us toward restoration one small step at a time. His transformation is a powerful reminder that no one is ever too far gone for God to rewrite the story.

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From the Occult to Jesus with Jordan Teeny

April 18, 2025 • 34 mins

Raised in a religious family, Jordan strayed far from his Christian roots during his time in the military, immersing himself in a lifestyle of drugs, tattoos, and occult practices. Despite his rebellion, God's protection and love remained over him, ultimately leading him back to faith through a series of miraculous events and the unwavering support of his father.

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From Islam to Christianity with Aybars Uckun

April 11, 2025 • 23 mins

Aybars Uckun shares his transformative journey from a life of addiction and isolation to finding faith and purpose through Jesus. Born to an Afghan refugee father, Aybars grew up in New Jersey, feeling alienated as the only Muslim family in a predominantly Catholic community. Disenchanted with Islam and struggling with substance abuse, he sought solace in various religions and philosophies, eventually finding his way to Jesus.

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A Restored Faith With Tricia Streeter

April 4, 2025 • 21 mins

Once distanced from her faith due to a negative church experience, Tricia Streeter found her way back to Jesus because of one simple act of kindness from a determined and faith-filled neighbor.

Show Notes: https://bit.ly/3Rt5mE5

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From Christianity to Christ With Eric Mock

March 28, 2025 • 24 mins

Eric Mock shares his transformative journey from a nominal Christian upbringing to a profound personal relationship with Jesus Christ. While he pursued a career in aerospace engineering, Eric's life took a dramatic turn after a candid conversation with an atheist friend. This encounter led him to question his faith and ultimately embrace a genuine commitment to Christ.

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From Pain to Purpose with Tony Mattar

January 15, 2025 • 17 mins

Tony Mattar, Pastor of Venture Church in Seattle, shares his journey from insecurity, ADHD, and addiction, to becoming a devoted follower of Christ. Raised by Middle Eastern immigrant parents, he found purpose after a pivotal prayer led him to an evangelical church.

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Relapse to Redemption with Reno Campbell

December 25, 2024 • 7 mins

After a relapse during the pandemic, Reno Campbell returned to Seattle's Union Gospel Mission, helping him regain purpose and faith. Now supervising two shelters, Reno shares the importance of trusting God's timing.

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The Intersection of Addiction, Community and Faith with Daron McCauley

December 11, 2024 • 14 mins

Darren McCauley shares his journey from addiction and homelessness to finding faith in Jesus Christ. His life was transformed at Seattle's Union Gospel Mission, where he overcame substance abuse and found a relationship with God. A powerful story of redemption and the impact of compassionate support in breaking the cycle of addiction and homelessness.

Show Notes: https://bit.ly/41s0CVC

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Spiritual Transformation After Tragedy with Kyler Bauer

December 4, 2024 • 13 mins

Kyler Bauer shares his journey of faith and transformation after the tragic loss of his sister. Raised in a Christian family, he struggled with expectations and drifted from his faith during the pandemic. His sister's death in 2023 prompted him to reevaluate life’s purpose, leading to a rediscovery of his faith through spiritual encounters and reflection.

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Making Jesus Famous with Brandon Beals

November 20, 2024 • 25 mins

Pastor Brandon Beals shares his journey from a non-religious background to leading a diverse congregation, revealing the transformative power of faith in his life, and his mission to make Jesus famous.

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From Mormonism to Christianity with Mindy Rugg

January 17, 2024 • 13 mins

As a Mormon, Mindy felt like she never developed a relationship with God. She followed the rules and did all the things she was supposed to do. When her son gave her some shocking news, her life radically changed and she found herself on an unexpected path to finding Jesus.

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Learning to Follow Your Calling with Linaya Bunbury

January 3, 2024 • 13 mins

Linaya was paralyzed by self-doubt and uncertainty, unsure of how to find her calling and identity. As a stay-at-home mom she began painting during naptime and it was in that moment when she felt God begin to stir in her heart an opportunity to help those trapped in trafficking. Saying Yes to God's call on her life meant faithfulness and patience, and opportunities beyond her wildest dreams.

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The End of His Story Was the Beginning with Scott of Seattle's Union Gospel Mission

December 20, 2023 • 13 mins

Scott tells his story of going from a life of drugs and alcohol, living in the Mohave desert homeless, to becoming the VP of the Men's programs at Seattle's Union Gospel Mission.

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A Radical Change from Abuse and Addiction with Brian Chandler

December 6, 2023 • 16 mins

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Brian grew up in an abusive, non-Christian home and fell into addiction, which led to him leaving his pregnant wife and sleeping in his car. A turning point came when he met a Christian man named Andy Brown, who helped him find a job and insisted he attend church. Brian eventually committed his...

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From Suicidal to Redeemed with Bianka Mathus

November 22, 2023 • 21 mins

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Bianka struggled with a dysfunctional family full of abuse and poor choices. She was in a place contemplating suicide when God spoke to her in a dream. Jesus grabbed hold of her heart and her life changed forever...and then her family changed forev...

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The Collapse of a Double Life with Liz Butler

November 8, 2023 • 19 mins

Liz struggled with her faith during her parents' separation and subsequent reconciliation. In high school, Liz began leading a double life, trying to fit in with both her Christian and non-Christian friends. This unsustainable lifestyle eventually collapsed, leaving Liz feeling alone and numb until she found her way back to the camp that introduced her to Jesus.

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When Life Needs a Hard Reset with Trinity Chanel

October 25, 2023 • 9 mins

Trinity Chanel moved to Los Angeles to pursue her acting career. She battled isolation, loneliness and pressure to compromise her moral beliefs. God led her on a journey that returned her home at just the right time for a "hard reset" that changed everything.

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Episodes

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From Breakdown to Belief with Bill Bear

Despair to Restoration with Derek Yuri

From the Occult to Jesus with Jordan Teeny

From Islam to Christianity with Aybars Uckun

A Restored Faith With Tricia Streeter

From Christianity to Christ With Eric Mock

From Pain to Purpose with Tony Mattar

Relapse to Redemption with Reno Campbell

The Intersection of Addiction, Community and Faith with Daron McCauley

Spiritual Transformation After Tragedy with Kyler Bauer

Making Jesus Famous with Brandon Beals

From Mormonism to Christianity with Mindy Rugg

Learning to Follow Your Calling with Linaya Bunbury

The End of His Story Was the Beginning with Scott of Seattle's Union Gospel Mission

A Radical Change from Abuse and Addiction with Brian Chandler

From Suicidal to Redeemed with Bianka Mathus

The Collapse of a Double Life with Liz Butler

When Life Needs a Hard Reset with Trinity Chanel

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