Story Partners presents: I'm Not Who They Say I Am

Story Partners presents: I'm Not Who They Say I Am

Author: Paul Hastings June 9, 2026 Duration: 16:21
When a tragic accident leaves a man dead, respected community member Connie Calhoun suddenly finds herself possibly facing prison time for a crime she insists she didn’t commit. As public outrage grows, the question becomes unavoidable: Is Connie really who they say she is? Listen to the Story Partners podcast: https://www.storypartners.org/podcast⁠ Learn more about the Proclaim Podcast Network: ⁠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: 50

Compelled - Christian Stories & Testimonies
Podcast Episodes
REMASTERED: #34 Life After Trauma - Doug and Selah Helms [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 50:48
Doug and Selah Helms saw their world turned upside down when a terrible car accident left their 17-year-old son, Peter, with a traumatic brain injury. They would face the greatest trial of their life and their faith in t…
REMASTERED: #33 Saved From Painkillers - Julian Weber [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 53:06
Julian Weber was a family man with everything the American Dream could offer - a loving wife, 4 children, a beautiful home, a great job, and even leadership in his church. But when his identity was stripped away, his idy…
REMASTERED: #32 Whatever the Cost - The Benham Brothers [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 49:19
Jason and David Benham (a.k.a The Benham Brothers) share the remarkable story of growing up as identical twins, becoming professional baseball players, and working today as successful real estate entrepreneurs. But every…
REMASTERED: #27 Miracle at the Pentagon - Brian Birdwell [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 45:53
Texas State Senator Brian Birdwell was at the Pentagon on September 11, 2001 when American Airlines flight 77 crashed just yards away from him, instantly engulfing his body in flames. Brian was faced with certain death b…
REMASTERED: #31 He Came to Kill Me - Virginia Prodan [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 44:40
Virginia Prodan was an attorney in Communist Romania defending Christians in court during the 1980s. Her success angered the Romanian government, and they marked her for assassination. Virginia was alone and unprotected……
REMASTERED: #30 Forgiving My Kidnappers - Gracia Burnham [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 53:16
Gracia Burnham was serving as a missionary in the Philippines when she and her husband, Martin, were kidnapped by Muslim terrorists. They spent over a year in the jungle as hostages enduring hardships of all kinds, inclu…
REMASTERED: #29 Battling Leukemia - Jonathan Pacheco Pt. 2 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 53:19
Shortly after Jonathan Pacheco was married, he unexpectedly found himself in the middle of the biggest trial of his life: leukemia. Given only months to live, he discovered rest and peace in the Lord and surrendered hims…
REMASTERED: #28 The Blessing of Disability - Jonathan Pacheco Pt. 1 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 52:48
Jonathan Pacheco was severely disabled at birth when his spinal cord was nearly severed, and he has lived his entire life in a motorized wheelchair. Jonathan shares what his journey of faith has looked like as he has com…