#111 Peace Like a River - Granger Smith

#111 Peace Like a River - Granger Smith

Author: Paul Hastings June 2, 2026 Duration: 59:31
Granger Smith was a country music icon who was living a star-studded life performing sold-out concerts across America. But when tragedy struck, everything came tumbling down, and Granger had to confront head-on… Who exactly was the God of the Bible? Show notes @ https://compelledpodcast.com/episodes/granger-smith ++++++++++++ Compelled is a seasonal podcast using gripping, immersive storytelling to celebrate the powerful ways God is transforming Christians around the world. These Christian testimonies are raw, true, and powerful. Be encouraged and let your faith be strengthened! Want to help make new episodes? Either make a one-time gift, or become a Monthly Partner at: https://compelledpodcast.com/donate Perks of being a Monthly Partner include: EARLY ACCESS to each new Compelled episode 1 week early! FULL LIBRARY of our unedited, behind-the-scenes interviews with each guest... over 100+ hours of additional stories and takeaways! Become a Monthly Partner by selecting the "Monthly" option during check-out.  Show notes, emails, and more at: https://compelledpodcast.com Read the Compelled book of testimonies, endorsed by Lee Strobel, Marvin Olasky, and more: ⁠https://compelledpodcast.com/book Compelled is a member of the Proclaim Podcast Network. Listen to other like-minded podcasts with faithful stories, thoughtfully told at https://proclaim.fm Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosted by Paul Hastings, Compelled-Christian Stories & Testimonies offers a space for profound, personal narratives that go beyond theory. This podcast operates in seasons, each episode built around immersive storytelling that pulls you directly into the experiences of believers from various walks of life and corners of the globe. The focus is on transformation-the tangible, sometimes messy, and always powerful ways faith reshapes a life. These aren't polished anecdotes but raw and true accounts of struggle, grace, and conviction. You’ll hear how a lived faith in Christ moves people from simple belief into action, shaping their choices, relationships, and view of the world. The stories shared here serve as both a mirror and a window, reflecting common human experiences while offering a glimpse into the diverse tapestry of global Christianity. Tuning in provides more than just passive listening; it’s an invitation to find encouragement and to have your own perspective deepened. The seasonal format allows for thoughtful curation, ensuring each narrative has the room to breathe and resonate fully. If you’re looking for authentic conversations about spirituality that are grounded in real-life journeys, this series connects the personal with the universal in a compelling way.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

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Podcast Episodes
#76 Addicted to Porn. Freed by Christ. - Cortney Bruketta [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 50:57
Cortney Bruketta felt trapped in a web of addiction and secrecy. She wrestled daily with pornography and the guilt of living a double life. And no matter where she turned, she couldn't find a way out. Could anyone, set h…
#75 I Died in Iraq - Jerry Dugan [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 52:52
Jerry Dugan’s life was a clash between spiritual curiousity, complete ambivolence, and intellectual skepticism. But, when he faced the prospect of dying on a battlefield in Iraq, he found an unexpected answer to the pray…
#74 Who Would Help a Cursed Family? - James Omondi [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 46:40
James Omondi grew up in total poverty in a small village in Kenya. His village viewed illness and misfortune through a lens of fear and mysticism which left James and his family labeled as cursed. His childhood was shrou…
#73 A Love Story - Frank & Annette Loria [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 53:28
Frank Loria was a self-righteous "good guy" who thought he could earn God's favor by following the rules. Annette, on the other hand, barely stopped to think if God had rules at all, and instead indulged in whatever she…
#72 “If You’re Real God, Prove It!” - Hayden Jernigan [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 52:10
Hayden Jernigan grew up in a home marked by chaos. Unsure of who loved him or who wanted him, Hayden pursued everything he thought would bring him happiness, including girls, alcohol, and drugs. Yet he was unaware that a…
BEHIND THE SCENES: How Compelled Got Started [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 19:13
Join us for our first-ever behind-the-scenes episode with the Compelled team! Highlights: Paul and Sarah Hastings share their personal testimonies The story of how Compelled got started Listen to the Season 7 Premiere of…
#71 “Everyone Is Going to Die” - Ray Comfort (Living Waters) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 53:22
As a young man in New Zealand, Ray Comfort had everything he could want: a thriving business, a beautiful wife, and a successful career in front of him. But when he recognized the brevity of life and the finality of deat…
#70 Keith Green’s Story with Melody Green [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 57:54
Melody Green was raised in the Jewish tradition, but during the 70s married a fiery young singer named Keith Green, who was exploring the teachings of Jesus, a Jewish Rabbi who appeared to have found the pathway to God.…