417 Testimonies Of Jesus Christ

Toni Cantrell-Saraceno"s Story "417 Testimonies of Jesus Christ" Episode 20 With Hosts Preston Cameron Dennis EversenHealth Trial & Divine Healing: Toni recounts a critical period in her life following the birth of her son when she suffered a severe back injury. Doctors warned her that the damage was likely permanent and carried a high risk of total paralysis. During a night of intense, crippling pain, she remembered conversations about faith from her friends and offered a heartfelt prayer asking God to heal her pain if He was real. She describes experiencing immediate warmth across her back and full physical healing.Life Transformation & Recovery: Alongside her healing, Toni shares her broader journey of recovery and faith, detailing how trusting in Jesus allowed her to overcome major life obstacles, find personal restoration, and build a faith-centered life and marriage.Show Discussion: Hosts Preston Cameron and Dennis Eversen facilitate the discussion, diving into how faith provides strength in times of physical and emotional suffering and offering encouragement to viewers facing similar trials.

Sandra Grube"s Story "417 Testimonies of Jesus Christ" 17 With Hosts Preston Cameron Dennis Eversen0:00 - Introduction & Welcome: Hosts Preston Cameron and Dennis Eversen introduce Episode 17 of "417 Testimonies of Jesus Christ" alongside co-host Crystal Webb.02:15 - Background & Growing Up: Sandra Grube shares her early life background, personal history, and family dynamics growing up in the local area.15:30 - Struggles & Turning Point: Sandra opens up about navigating personal struggles, life challenges, and the pivotal moments that led to her faith journey.38:45 - Finding Faith & Redemption: A deeper look into Sandra's decision to accept Jesus Christ and how her faith reshaped her personal outlook and relationships.55:10 - Message of Hope & Host Reflections: The hosts and Sandra discuss the broader impact of sharing personal testimonies, concluding with encouraging words for viewers and closing prayer.

This video features guest Scott Cockrum sharing his testimony on 417 Testimonies of Jesus Christ (Episode 16), hosted by Preston Cameron and Dennis Eversen on AMG Brodcasting (Acts Media Group).Key HighlightsEarly Life & Initial Fall: Accepted Christ around age 5, but began sneaking alcohol and pot with his uncles around age 12 [01:22].Tragedy & Struggle: After losing his older brother at age 22, he fell into anger, severe alcoholism, house burglary, and suicidal ideation, living in an aggressive cycle for over 30 years [02:52].Redemption & Sobriety: Rededicated his life to God about 15 years ago, broke free from alcoholism, got married, and began serving at Passion Assembly and on the prayer team at Living Proof Ministries [07:42].Message of Hope: Encourages viewers that no matter their past, full surrender to Christ offers healing, purpose, and a desire to serve others in love [10:21].

Larry Wiles's Story 417 Testimonies of Jesus Christ Episode 15 With Preston Cameron Dennis Eversen is an episode of the 417 Testimonies of Jesus Christ broadcast hosted by Preston Cameron and Dennis Eversen.Key Highlights from the EpisodeLife Before Faith: Larry speaks openly about spending over 50 years of his life in crime, drug addiction, theft, and serving nearly half of his life in prison [01:41Opens in a new window].   Turning Point & Salvation: Guided by close friends—including Eddie Baxter, Scotty Cochran, and his brother Dallas—Larry accepted Christ while in the emergency room after receiving a phone call from Pastor Billy Cochran [01:57Opens in a new window].   Life Transformed: Larry reflects on finding a true community at Passion Church, gaining restored purpose, and building closer relationships with his family and friends [09:46Opens in a new window].Closing Prayer: The show concludes with a discussion on family and forgiveness, followed by a prayer for peace and reconciliation [55:41Opens in a new window].

Kathee Cockrum"s Story "417 Testimonies of Jesus Christ" Episode 14 With Hosts Preston Cameron Dennis EversenIn This Episode:Kathee Cockrum's Journey: Hear firsthand how faith in Jesus Christ provided strength, hope, and direction through life's pivotal moments.Faith in Action: Insights into overcoming personal trials and recognizing divine guidance in everyday life.Hosts Reflection: Preston Cameron and Dennis Eversen discuss the importance of sharing personal witness and building a community centered on Christ.About 417 Testimonies of Jesus Christ:This series is dedicated to gathering and sharing uplifting stories of faith, grace, and redemption from individuals across the community. Each episode highlights how Jesus Christ impacts lives in practical, personal ways.

Sherri Stafford Cerutti's Story from 417 Testimonies of Jesus Christ:Early Life & ProtectionChildhood Protection: Sherri shares how God's protection was over her during a chaotic childhood involving family addiction, recalling an incident as an infant where her mother caught her after being thrown during an argument, and another as a toddler on a balcony [[02:37 Opens in a new window ]].Childhood Caregiver: Growing up around weekend drinking and fights, Sherri took on a protective role at age five by sheltering younger cousins and tending to injuries [[05:01 Opens in a new window ]].Grandmother’s Influence: Her step-grandmother introduced her to a peaceful, loving home environment and brought her to church, providing her with an early foundation in faith [[07:24 Opens in a new window ]].Personal Struggles & TransformationGenerational Cycles: As an adult, Sherri struggled with severe alcoholism for 15 years while raising seven children, repeating the patterns of her childhood [[11:40 Opens in a new window ]].Turning Point: Attending a community event to pick up school supplies for her grandchildren led her to hear personal testimonies of faith, prompting her to return to church and begin a lasting transformation [[12:18 Opens in a new window ]].Restored Family & Faith: After surrendering her addiction, Sherri experienced deep inner peace, leading to restored relationships with her children and a growing passion for reading the Bible and discipling others [[14:53 Opens in a new window ]], [[22:42 Opens in a new window ]].

Brooks Williams's Story "417 Testimonies of Jesus Christ" Episode 12Hosts: Preston Cameron & Dennis EversenGuest: Brooks WilliamsChannel: AMG Broadcasting (Acts Media Group)Duration: 47:39Key Topics & HighlightsEarly Life & Background [01:54Opens in a new window]: Raised by his grandparents in Springfield, Missouri, Brooks learned a strong work ethic and moral foundation, though his path shifted after witnessing his father attempt suicide at age 12 [02:54Opens in a new window].Past Struggles & Incarceration [03:07Opens in a new window]: Details his journey into street culture, addiction (methamphetamines), and cycle of prison sentences starting at age 15 [03:07Opens in a new window].Turning Point & Faith Journey [02:21Opens in a new window]: Describes a critical moment when he was led away from a dangerous situation [02:42Opens in a new window], entering a Christian discipleship program and experiencing a complete life transformation through Jesus Christ [02:58Opens in a new window].Life Restoration [27:36Opens in a new window]: Regained full legal custody of his three children [27:36Opens in a new window], acquired property [31:05Opens in a new window], and founded his own painting business, Blessed Hands Painting [31:41Opens in a new window].Current Ministry [35:45Opens in a new window]: Visits local jails, prisons, and schools to share his testimony and encourage others overcoming addiction or family separation [35:45Opens in a new window].

In this episode of "417 Testimonies of Jesus Christ", hosts Preston Cameron and Dennis Everson interview guest Jason Pratt, who shares his testimony of overcoming addiction and crime through his faith.Background & Substance AbuseEarly Childhood Influences [[01:27 Opens in a new window ]]: Jason shares that he grew up in a small town in the Missouri Bootheel with a devout Southern Baptist mother and a backroad Baptist father. He drank his first beer at age 3.Escalation to Crime [[02:05 Opens in a new window ]]: By age 12, he drank beer every weekend; by 14, he began using methamphetamine; and by 21, he was hauling drugs cross-country in semi-trucks.Incarceration & Initial ConversionFirst Prison Sentence [[03:07 Opens in a new window ]]: Facing a methamphetamine distribution case and an assault on a law enforcement agent, he was sentenced to seven years in prison in 2012.Ozark Correctional Center [[03:53 Opens in a new window ]]: Transferred to the Ozark Correctional Center ("Ozark Christ Camp") in 2016, he attended a chapel service where he surrendered his life to Christ and was baptized.Relapse After Release [[07:07 Opens in a new window ]]: After his release in August 2017, he quickly fell back into drug abuse and sales within two weeks after stepping outside of his faith.Arrest and the Turning PointMarrying Tracy [[09:05 Opens in a new window ]]: He met his wife, Tracy, who held him accountable and was the first person to tell him "no."The Arrest in Black Rock [[11:24 Opens in a new window ]]: While fleeing toward Texas under intense distress, he was arrested at a convenience store in Black Rock, Arkansas.15-Year Sentence Threat [[17:02 Opens in a new window ]]: Facing 15 years in prison as a persistent offender, a judge offered him a final opportunity to enter a recovery program instead.Recovery, Faith, and MinistryAdult & Teen Challenge [[20:07 Opens in a new window ]]: Entering the Hope Homes program in Springfield, Missouri, Jason fully committed his life to God during a men's summit where he experienced the Holy Spirit [[22:04 Opens in a new window ]].Barnabas Barbecue [[37:40 Opens in a new window ]]: After managing the kitchen at Hope Homes and working with Light for the Lost, an anonymous donor bought him a smoker. He founded Barnabas Barbecue, a local Springfield ministry that cooks for the homeless and raises funds for faith-based recovery programs [[38:44 Opens in a new window ]].Current Service & Ready Now Recovery [[41:24 Opens in a new window ]]: Jason actively leads Ready Now Recovery groups at Ozark Correctional Center and Passion Assembly of God, where he was also voted in as a deacon [[45:34 Opens in a new window ]].Key Scriptures & Conclusion [[47:49 Opens in a new window ]]: Jason references John 21:17 ("If you love me, feed my sheep") and Philippians 1:6, concluding the broadcast with a prayer [[50:30 Opens in a new window ]].

James Hensley shares his personal testimony of overcoming a 20 to 25-year struggle with addiction and prison time to find faith and purpose on Episode 10 of "417 Testimonies of Jesus Christ", hosted by Preston Cameron and Dennis Everson.Introduction & Opening Prayer[00:06 Opens in a new window ] Hosts Preston Cameron and Dennis Everson introduce the show and guest James Hensley, who opens the episode in prayer.Early Life & Family Background[02:15 Opens in a new window ] James discusses growing up in Ozark, Missouri, and describes his childhood up until his parents separated when he was around 5 years old due to his father's alcoholism.[05:45 Opens in a new window ] Reconnecting with his father at age 16 and later after getting out of prison, finding that his father had stopped drinking due to health reasons.[07:06 Opens in a new window ] Reflecting on surrounding oneself with the right influences and removing bad influences from life.Addiction & Incarceration[09:11 Opens in a new window ] James details how his drug addiction to methamphetamine began around age 15 or 16 and lasted over two decades, resulting in spending nearly 20 years in the Missouri prison system for various offenses to support his habit.[11:33 Opens in a new window ] Discussing the consequences of actions and referencing Galatians 6:7-10.[15:23 Opens in a new window ] Detailing childhood trauma and physical abuse following his mother's remarriage, and how church provided a safe haven during those years.Mental Health Struggles & The Turning Point[22:22 Opens in a new window ] Relating his mental health breakdown, hospitalizations, self-harm, and suicide attempts after leaving his stepfather's home, which coincided with starting hard drug use to seek acceptance.[28:40 Opens in a new window ] Discussing conviction, the process of sanctification, and how his mother sent him a Bible every time he was incarcerated.[33:00 Opens in a new window ] Recounting a pivotal experience at around age 40 in the Stone County jail in Galena, Missouri, where a visiting pastor prayed over the inmates and James experienced a profound encounter with the Holy Spirit.[35:00 Opens in a new window ] Reading Deuteronomy 8:2-3 regarding God's guidance through 40 years in the wilderness and seeing it mirror his own life.Recovery, Relapse, and Adult Teen Challenge[40:46 Opens in a new window ] Seeking recovery through the Adult Teen Challenge program at Hope Homes of the Ozarks.[41:37 Opens in a new window ] Leaving the program early during his first attempt to assist his son, subsequently relapsing during the COVID-19 pandemic due to isolation and lack of fellowship.[43:58 Opens in a new window ] Returning to Hope Homes of the Ozarks for a second time, completing the program, and serving as a house leader.Life Today & Current Ministry[44:52 Opens in a new window ] Working as an inventory foreman for a company that hires individuals with criminal records and recovery backgrounds, using his position to mentor and pour into others.[47:45 Opens in a new window ] Involvement in Pastoral Relief Ministries, giving him opportunities to preach at local churches and support long-term pastors.[49:00 Opens in a new window ] Attending both Freedom City Church and Selmore Christian Church, finding balance between traditional and modern worship.[51:58 Opens in a new window ] Practicing "loose discipleship" by remaining available to support others coming out of addiction and prison.Closing[56:07 Opens in a new window ] Final reflections on God's ongoing work and faithfulness, followed by a closing prayer.

Jimmy Ray Dwire's Story - 417 Testimonies of Jesus Christ follows Jimmy Ray Dwire as he shares his personal testimony of addiction, recovery, and faith.Key Highlights & TimelineEarly Life and Background [[01:33 Opens in a new window ]]: Born in Missouri in 1986, Jimmy grew up between Missouri and Rhode Island. He reflects on a turbulent upbringing with toxic family arguments, which led him to seek out aggressive peer groups in high school.Early Relationships and Addiction [[03:16 Opens in a new window ]]: After getting married at a young age for the wrong reasons, Jimmy developed severe addictions to alcohol and prescription pills (Percocet, Methadone). Over the years and across multiple toxic relationships, his drug use escalated to methamphetamine.Overdose and Turning Point [[10:00 Opens in a new window ]]: As toxic behaviors affected the household, his parents and brothers stepped in to care for his children. On June 28, 2019, Jimmy suffered a traumatic drug overdose [[12:04 Opens in a new window ]]. Walking home barefoot from the hospital after no one checked on him, he decided to quit cold turkey and move in with his parents.Surrender to Faith [[18:49 Opens in a new window ]]: On December 12, 2025, Jimmy met with his pastor in a Chinese restaurant parking lot. Overcome with emotion and wanting to break free from guilt and self-hatred, he formally surrendered his life to Jesus Christ [[19:22 Opens in a new window ]].Rebuilding and New Engagement [[26:19 Opens in a new window ]]: Jimmy shares his gratitude for his fiancée, Sarah, whom he met on a Christian dating site. After five years together, he recently proposed. He also discusses raising his seven children and keeping them grounded in faith.Ruthless Grace Music [[30:35 Opens in a new window ]]: To create positive music for his kids, Jimmy began writing Christian poetry and using AI music apps to produce songs. Under the project name Ruthless Grace Music, he has written around 56 songs focused on recovery, faith, and Bible verses.Closing and Prayer [[38:52 Opens in a new window ]]: Jimmy reflects on his favorite verse, Hebrews 13:2 ("Be not forgetful to entertain strangers: for thereby some have entertained angels unawares") [[39:50 Opens in a new window ]], and closes the show with a prayer for those still struggling with addiction [[40:21 Opens in a new window ]].

In this episode of 417 Testimonies of Jesus Christ, hosts Preston Cameron and Dennis Eversen sit down with guests Mateo and Melissa to discuss their spiritual journeys, overcoming fear, and finding strength through faith.Introduction & Host Welcome[00:00 Opens in a new window ] – Introduction to the show, emphasizing faith, transformation, and witnessing the Holy Spirit.[01:10 Opens in a new window ] – Hosts Preston Cameron and Dennis Eversen open the broadcast and welcome guests Mateo and Melissa, along with Preston's wife, Madison.Spiritual Warfare & Overcoming Enemy Attacks[02:12 Opens in a new window ] – Mateo shares a message about recognizing spiritual warfare and enemy attacks while doing street evangelism.[03:00 Opens in a new window ] – He discusses how praying for thousands of people led to intense negative dreams meant to intimidate him, emphasizing the importance of pressing in rather than giving into fear.Addressing Fear and the "Echo Chamber"[05:37 Opens in a new window ] – Mateo answers a question about overcoming fear, breaking down a vision he had regarding fear's tactics: the "echo chamber" of isolation, the urge to flee, and ultimately submitting to anxiety.[09:01 Opens in a new window ] – He highlights that spiritual maturity transcends age and shares a story from his youth where he stood up to protect someone from harassment.Callings & Counsel in Traumatic Situations[12:14 Opens in a new window ] – Mateo talks about his calling to counsel individuals going through traumatic situations and how God redirected him during a period of unemployment to develop coaching and guidance gifts.Melissa’s Testimony & Miraculous Deliverances[15:12 Opens in a new window ] – Melissa shares her personal testimony of God’s intervention in her life, including being miraculously healed as an infant after doctors gave her only days to live.[16:35 Opens in a new window ] – She recounts childhood experiences, including how a swarm of bees protected her during an attempted kidnapping attempt.Mateo’s Encounter with the Holy Spirit[18:40 Opens in a new window ] – Mateo describes his journey back to faith around age 35, discovering Pentecostal teachings through Derek Prince, and experiencing a deep sense of peace after receiving prayer at a local church.Favorite Scripture & Books of the Bible[23:43 Opens in a new window ] – Mateo explains why Hebrews is his favorite book, focusing on the true nature of faith and building a relationship with God.[25:40 Opens in a new window ] – Melissa shares her favorite book, Romans, discussing how it helped her understand God's love and grace after growing up in a legalistic environment.[28:22 Opens in a new window ] – Melissa reads Psalm 18, her "life scripture," highlighting God as a fortress and deliverer in times of distress.[35:18 Opens in a new window ] – Madison shares her favorite biblical passage, the Parable of the Lost Sheep in the Gospel of Luke.Overcoming Personal Challenges & Closing Prayer[36:04 Opens in a new window ] – Mateo discusses overcoming academic and career challenges by praying for wisdom and trusting God through difficult seasons.[40:12 Opens in a new window ] – Mateo and Melissa lead a final closing prayer for protection, breaking strongholds, and blessing the audience and podcast viewers.

Early Life & Trauma: Crystal grew up in Springfield in a highly unstable environment, enduring severe childhood sexual abuse from a young age. She became the primary caretaker for her mother, who suffered from seizures and addiction, while finding a temporary safe haven in a local Baptist youth group.The Depths of Addiction & Loss: Following her mother's death, Crystal spiraled into heavy drug use, battling intense addictions to K2, methamphetamine, and marijuana. This led to homelessness, abusive relationships, a 10-month prison sentence, and losing custody of her two sons, Matthew and Elijah.A Turning Point of Surrender: After her toddler got into a roommate's pills—resulting in DFS involvement and her arrest—Crystal surrendered her life to God while sitting in a police car and jail. A pivotal moment in her recovery was giving up marijuana completely to seek true peace.Restoration & A New Future:Family & Marriage: Crystal married James at Freedom City Church and officially regained custody of Elijah.Ministry: She stepped into youth ministry at Passion Assembly to mentor struggling teenagers.A Miracle Pregnancy: After two years of trying, Crystal discovered she is pregnant, fulfilling a vision she felt God gave her years prior.

"Rollie Kendall's Story" 417 Testimonies of Jesus Christ: # 5 Featuring Preston Cameron & Dennis EversenPersonal Background & Military ServiceEarly Life: Rollie grew up in Missouri near the Table Rock Lake area. Following a turbulent childhood, he graduated high school and immediately enlisted in the military in 1986.Army Career: He spent 11 years serving in the 82nd Airborne division at Fort Bragg, which instilled a sense of discipline and responsibility in his life. During his service, he was deployed to the Middle East for operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm.Post-Military Life: After leaving the service in 1997, he moved to Kansas City to earn a degree in telecommunications business management. He eventually relocated to Springfield, Missouri, in 2003 to spend more time with his father.Childhood Struggles & Severe IsolationLoss and Abuse: Rollie's mother passed away from cancer when he was just 10 years old, leaving a massive emotional void. He struggled with an unstable home life and a verbally abusive relationship with his stepmother, causing him to completely withdraw from social circles.Coping via Addiction: To mask deep-seated feelings of worthlessness and self-hatred—including secretly blaming himself for his mother's death—Rollie fell into severe substance abuse, relying heavily on alcohol, drugs, and prescription pain medication.15 Years of Solitude: Despite securing a good job as a fleet manager for Prime Trucking, Rollie developed a severe social anxiety disorder. For 15 years, he lived in total isolation inside his home, only leaving to go to work or attend mandatory family functions.The 2019 Spiritual Turning PointA Desperate Cry: In April 2019, Rollie hit rock bottom alone in his house. Feeling entirely hopeless, he fell to his knees and offered a raw, desperate prayer, telling God that he didn't even know if He was real, but that he desperately needed help.An Encounter with Love: The moment he opened his heart, Rollie experienced a profound, tangible wave of unconditional love and divine presence pouring into him, instantly lifting the weight of his past off his shoulders.A Hunger for Scripture: Although he had spent his entire life hating to read, the encounter left him with an insatiable desire to study the Bible, prompting him to start reading heavily, beginning with the Book of Acts.Ministry and Local OutreachStepping into Leadership: Rollie joined Diggins Baptist Church and sought out structured mentorship through Freeway Ministry. When he presented a discipleship plan to his pastor, he was unexpectedly asked to lead it and present the idea to the entire congregation.Overcoming Fear: Leaning into his faith, Rollie conquered his intense fear of public speaking to deliver his testimony in front of 300 people, which inspired 53 congregation members to join the program.Community Impact: Rollie transitioned into active street ministry and local outreach, visiting businesses, neighborhoods, and local hospitals like Cox and Mercy to pray for others and share his journey.Key Reflections for BelieversThe Role of Discipleship: Rollie emphasizes that true discipleship is not just attending church on Sundays, but experiencing life together in authentic fellowship and accountability.Scripture Recommendations: For new christians looking for a place to start reading outside of the Gospels, Rollie highly recommends the Book of Romans (particularly Chapter 8) for its depth, as well as the Book of John for its foundational message of belief.

"James Webb's Story" 417 Testimonies of Jesus Christ Live Stream With Hosts Preston Cameron & Dennis EversenEarly Life and TraumaJames grew up in a deeply broken home characterized by generational trauma, substance abuse, and domestic violence. After his mother fled his abusive father, she moved the family to Germany with a man from the military. Tragically, this man was severely abusive to James's baby sister, and at 14, James testified against him in court. Burdened by immense anger and unresolved hurt, James turned to drugs, starting with weed and quickly escalating to Xanax, pain pills, and eventually fentanyl.Descent into Addiction and CrimeBy age 15, James was heavily involved in criminal activities to supply his drug habits, eventually leading to 11 stints in prison. He lived a life of chaos, robbing drug dealers, engaging in gang activity, and surviving in squalid trap houses. During one deeply regrettable incident, he robbed an older woman of her laptop to buy fentanyl, dragging her with his car as he fled. Remarkably, the woman never reported him and instead prayed that they would one day be "brother and sister in the kingdom".Rock Bottom and a Miraculous HealingJames's addiction ultimately led to complete liver failure, alongside Hepatitis A and C. Despite doctors giving him only hours to live, he survived the night—only to escape the hospital the next day to find more drugs. He eventually hit rock bottom while fleeing a drug dealer and turned himself in to the police, catching a robbery charge.While facing 12 years in the Ozark Correctional Center, James met a man named Paul Hines, whose genuine faith stood out. Paul challenged James to stop relying on "church lingo" and actually read the Gospels to find out who Jesus really was. James committed to this, isolating himself from his old gang friends and devouring the scriptures, deeply anchoring himself to Matthew 6:33 ("Seek the kingdom first"). Around three months into this spiritual journey, James was supernaturally healed; doctors found zero trace of liver failure or hepatitis.Restoration and Current MinistryAfter his release, James entered the Hope Homes of the Ozarks Adult and Teen Challenge. It was here that he learned crucial character development. Despite having vast biblical knowledge, he realized he needed to learn "how to be a son" to God before he could be a good father or leader.Today, James's life is entirely restored. He is happily married, has had familial relationships mended in unexpected ways (including gaining a stepson, Elijah, who reminds him of a son he lost custody of years prior). He now works in full-time ministry at Victory Mission in Springfield, helping other broken and homeless men find the same redemption he did.His Core Message: James stresses that knowing about Jesus is not enough. He urges believers to practice disciplined, daily reading of the Word of God to build a genuine relationship with Him, reminding listeners that God is always with them in the trenches.

"Glenn Gohr's Story": 417 Testimonies of Jesus Christ: Eposiode 3 With Hosts Preston Cameron & Dennis EversenGlenn shares a deep, personal history of his faith journey and his lifelong dedication to preserving church history. Key highlights from the stream include:Early Life & Religion: Growing up in a strict German Lutheran household where he felt a lack of emotional connection, and how he recognized the "spirit of religion" early on.Spiritual Awakening: His turning point in 1972 during high school when an altar call prompted him to make Jesus the "Lord of his life," leading to his baptism in the Holy Spirit.Exploring Faith: His journey visiting different denominations—from Baptist revivals to Catholic Charismatic prayer meetings—before finding his home in the Assemblies of God.A Legacy in Archives: His impressive 39-year career working in the Assemblies of God national archives in Springfield, helping preserve historical records, photographs, and testimonies.Published Work: He discusses co-authoring the book Nebraska's Living Water, preserving the history of the Nebraska district of the Assemblies of God.

Dennis Coad Shares HIs Story Of Trials And Triumphs of Life And Freedom In Jesus ChristThis interview features the powerful personal testimony of Dennis Coad. He details a life marked by severe childhood trauma, extreme addiction, mental illness, and crime, culminating in a radical spiritual transformation that led to his current ministry serving the homeless, addicted, and veterans in the Springfield area.Childhood Adversity: Dennis recounts suffering severe trauma and molestation at age 12 in Arkansas. Overwhelmed by confusion and a town that blamed him, he ran away to live in a hand-dug hole in the woods, marking the true beginning of his emotional homelessness.Substance Dependency: To deaden his intense guilt and pain, he began stealing his father's whiskey. This quickly expanded into sniffing glue, using gasoline, popping pills, and ultimately heavy heroin addiction.Frozen and Declared Dead: As a teenager, Dennis drank two pints of whiskey on a dare, passed out in a winter ditch, and was pronounced "dead on arrival" at the hospital before miraculously surviving.A Miraculous Rescue from Drowning: In 1991, while on a multi-day drinking bender, he fell out of a boat into a freezing lake. Sinking rapidly, he gave up and let the air out of his lungs, only to see a brilliant light and feel physically lifted out of the water and back into the boat by a divine force.A Devastating Car Accident: In 1981, while driving down a one-way street the wrong way under the influence, Dennis crashed his motorcycle head-on into a car. His fiancée tragically passed away in his arms.A Failed Suicide Attempt: Plagued by internal voices and severe despair, Dennis placed a handgun in his mouth and pulled the trigger, but the weapon completely misfired.Armed Robbery & Arson: In a desperate search for drug money, Dennis robbed a convenience store at gunpoint and locked the clerk inside an icebox. Later that day, he burglarized a neighbor's home and poured gasoline throughout the structure to burn away his fingerprints, barely escaping the ensuing blaze alive.Prison as a Sanctuary: When a judge sentenced him to 10 years in the Kansas State Penitentiary, Dennis felt an overwhelming sense of relief because he knew it would finally protect him from hurting himself or others.An Answered Prayer: By May 2008, Dennis was diagnosed with bipolar schizophrenia, clinical depression, and PTSD. Desperate, his mother encouraged him to watch a television broadcast by minister Andrew Wommack.Instant Deliverance: During the broadcast, Dennis followed an instruction to pray for his own healing and felt a physical "zap" from the Holy Spirit. He describes being instantly freed from all mental illnesses and drug cravings, prompting him to throw away his medications and completely shift his life's direction.Street and Homeless Outreach: Because of his background, Dennis is able to build immediate rapport with local individuals struggling with homelessness and addiction, offering them hope from a place of genuine understanding.The Discipleship Campus: His ministry has grown to include a small campus featuring four apartments, a sanctuary, a warehouse, and a woodworking shop. Here, individuals are housed, discipled, taught trade skills, and helped back onto their feet.Self-Sufficient Cabins for Veterans: Dennis is actively working on a vision to build affordable, solar-powered, self-sufficient cabins on rural land for homeless veterans. The project aims to provide housing and agricultural opportunities to restore their purpose so they can eventually mentor others.Early Trauma & The Spiral of AddictionNear-Death Experiences & SurvivalA Week of Crime and ConfinementThe Moment of Radical HealingRedemptive Ministry: "The Least of These"

"Dennis Eversen's Story": 417 Testimonies of Jesus Christ: Featuring Preston & Dennis Eversen a deep-dive conversation between Preston and Bishop Dennis Eversen, focusing on Dennis's personal testimony and the foundational mission of Acts Ministry in Springfield, Missouri.I. Personal Testimony of Dennis EversenThe core of the broadcast is Bishop Dennis Eversen’s journey of faith, which he often describes as moving from a traditional religious upbringing to a direct, transformative relationship with God.Upbringing: Dennis reflects on his roots in a religious Roman Catholic family and the pivotal moment when his parents "surrendered their hearts to the Lord," which set the stage for his own spiritual awakening.The "Second Birth": He discusses his personal "born again" experience and his initial resistance to entering the ministry—comparing his early reluctance to Moses at the burning bush—before eventually surrendering to his calling.Trials to Triumphs: The conversation highlights how personal hardships served as the "seed" for his ministry work, emphasizing that everyone's life is a part of "His-Story" (God's story).II. Spiritual History of Springfield, MO (The "417")A significant portion of the discussion contextualizes their ministry within the local history of Springfield, Missouri (the 417 area code).The Dark Easter (1906): Dennis often recounts the tragic 1906 lynchings on the Springfield city square as a "spiritual wound" on the city that requires healing and repentance.Sister Coram’s Vision (1907): He contrasts that darkness with the vision of Sister Lillie Coram (founder of Central Assembly of God). She described seeing a "crystal fountain of pure water" bubbling up from Springfield to heal the earth, a vision that Dennis and the ministry work to fulfill through community service and unity.III. Acts Ministry & Community OutreachThe episode details how their faith translates into practical social action.Marginalized Communities: The ministry focuses on "the least of these," including veterans, the homeless, the underemployed, and individuals with autism.Practical Solutions: They discuss initiatives like community gardens and housing support, viewing these as "God's work in action" rather than just social services.Unity in Faith: A major theme is that in Christ, differences in race, language, or background are erased, emphasizing a "Kingdom-minded" approach to local problems.IV. Key Takeaways for ViewersEvery Story Matters: The "417 Testimonies" series is designed to show that ordinary people in the Springfield area are living out extraordinary spiritual journeys.The "Dennisiverse": A lighthearted reference to the long-standing collaboration between Dennis Eversen and other leaders (like Dennis Coad) who have been "planting seeds" in the ministry for decades.Engagement: The hosts encourage viewers to recognize their own lives as testimonies and to find ways to contribute to the "restoration" of their local community.

"Preston Cameron's Story": 417 Testimonies of Jesus Christ] features a deep, hour-long conversation between Preston Cameron and Bishop Dennis Eversen. It serves as the premiere episode for the "417 Testimonies" series, centered on personal stories of faith from the Springfield, Missouri area.Primary Theme: Overcoming a life of trauma, drug use, and spiritual darkness through a transformative encounter with Jesus Christ.Mission of 417 Testimonies 04:39 Opens in a new window : Preston explains that the name refers to the local area code, but the mission is to share stories of revival starting in the heart of the U.S. to impact the whole nation.Early Life & Lack of Foundation 06:17 Opens in a new window : Preston describes growing up in a broken home with parents who divorced when he was five months old. He mentions that while he "heard" of God, he didn't "know" Him, leading to a rocky emotional foundation.Childhood Trauma 07:01 Opens in a new window : He shares a difficult part of his history, involving abuse at age 11 by a family friend, which led to deep-seated anger, resentment, and reclusiveness.The Downward Spiral 15:53 Opens in a new window : As a teenager, Preston fell into a lifestyle of rebellion, including substance abuse (marijuana, acid, shrooms) and unhealthy relationships, which peaked during the 2020 pandemic.The Turning Point 24:15 Opens in a new window : In a moment of despair while sitting in his car, his radio station changed on its own to a Christian station playing Romans 5:8: "But God commendeth his love toward us, in that, while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us."Miraculous Intervention 27:05 Opens in a new window : After a near-arrest at a park, Preston felt the grace of God when the officer let them go with only a trespassing ticket despite having illegal substances and a weapon in the car.The "Born Again" Experience 28:53 Opens in a new window : That same night, Preston knelt by a bed and prayed a simple, honest prayer of confession. He describes feeling a "fire" in his heart and a profound realization that God is real and loves him.Spiritual Warfare 30:13 Opens in a new window : Following his conversion, Preston lost most of his friends—some of whom practiced witchcraft. He describes experiencing physical demonic manifestations 40:37 Opens in a new window and the power of the name of Jesus in ending those encounters.Finding Community 33:54 Opens in a new window : After a period of homelessness and family conflict, Preston found a church body that focused on discipleship and deliverance.Life Today 44:29 Opens in a new window : Three years later, Preston is married, has a stable job, and lives in a supportive Christian household with mentors Gavin and Jordan Ellis.The video concludes with a message of hope: God is not out to get you; He is out to love and accept you. Preston closes with a prayer for viewers who may be feeling broken or directionless 56:48 Opens in a new window .Video OverviewPreston’s Personal JourneySpiritual Growth & DeliveranceClosing Message 55:14 Opens in a new window

A Treasured Memory Of Evangel University By Bishop Dennis EversenA personal anecdotes and theological reflections while driving past Evangel University in Springfield, Missouri.Treasured Memories: Dennis recounts a time when he lived in a converted school bus with his sister and brother-in-law, traveling to flea markets. He shares a story about hitchhiking to Evangel University, borrowing a friend's car to visit a girlfriend in Oregon, and working as a tree cutter in the mountains 00:18 Opens in a new window .Augustine the Dog: He mentions his intelligent German Shepherd, Augustine, whom he found at an abandoned flea market in St. Augustine, Florida. He describes sleeping in his car with her at the Evangel campus 01:49 Opens in a new window .Theology of Being "Chosen": Drawing from Romans 9, Dennis explores the concept of "vessels of mercy" versus "vessels of wrath." He discusses the sovereignty of God in choosing individuals like Moses and Pharaoh, emphasizing that mercy is a gift meant to flow through the chosen to others 04:26 Opens in a new window .Community and Support: He stresses the importance of the "five-fold ministry" (apostles, prophets, evangelists, pastors, teachers) and how believers should carry their own burdens while assisting others during seasons of hardship 08:22 Opens in a new window .The video ends with a folk-style song that weaves together the themes of his story—the school bus, hitchhiking, the mountains of Oregon, and the spiritual "winding road" of being a vessel of mercy 16:08 Opens in a new window .

How I Started Using Caste Tapes A Treasured Memory By Bishop Dennis EversenBishop Dennis Eversen sharing a personal story about his early experiences with recording technology and how it became a foundational part of his life and ministry.Key Highlights from the MemoryThe Wisconsin Discovery: Bishop Eversen recounts a specific childhood memory of visiting his grandparents in Wisconsin. While exploring, he discovered a loose cassette tape recorder that belonged to his grandfather.A Lifelong Hobby: This discovery sparked a deep interest in audio recording. As a young boy, he began using the device to record television shows, music from the radio, and even created his own "fake" radio broadcasts.The Spiritual Transition: What began as a childhood fascination eventually took on a spiritual dimension. He later utilized this skill to record prophetic messages and spiritual teachings, realizing that God had used a simple childhood hobby to prepare him for his future role in ministry.The Concept of "Treasured Memories": He reflects on how seemingly insignificant moments—like finding an old tape recorder—are often "treasured memories" orchestrated by God to shape a person's calling.This story serves as a companion to his broader testimony, illustrating how his personal history with AMG Broadcasting (Acts Media Group) was literally being "recorded" long before the ministry officially began.Source Video: How I Started Using Caste Tapes A Treasured Memory By Bishop Dennis Eversen

417 Testimonies An Introduction With Preston & Dennis . We were testing equipment and decided to record a show. Apologies that the audio is a bit rough—we are working on it! This is the inaugural episode for a series focused on sharing personal stories of faith from the Ozark region.Hosts and PurposeThe show is hosted by Preston and Dennis. Their goal is to provide a platform for "ordinary people that know an extraordinary God" to share how their lives have been transformed. They specifically highlight their desire for Missouri and the Ozark region to be an anchor for displaying hope and the gospel.Key Discussion ThemesRelationship vs. Religion: A central theme is the distinction between having a personal relationship with Jesus and the "misrepresentation" often found in organized religion.The Concept of "Pruning": Dennis explains how God "prunes" individuals to promote growth, much like an organic gardener, noting that while the process can be uncomfortable, it leads to greater fruitfulness.Spiritual Peace: They discuss the importance of "striving to enter into God's rest," which they define as resting in the finished work of Christ rather than relying on one's own efforts.The "Waterproof Bible" StoryPreston recounts their first meeting at a swimming pool, where he was fascinated to see Dennis reading a book submerged in the water. It turned out to be a waterproof Bible with plastic pages, which served as a conversation starter and led to their partnership on this project.Final MessageThe episode concludes with a prayer for viewers, emphasizing identity in faith and the hope of spiritual inheritance. The hosts invite others to eventually share their own testimonies on future episodes of the program.

Bishop Dennis Eversen Shares A Testimony With The Swahili Congregation @ Central Assembly Of God Springfield Mo 03/29/2026Bishop Dennis Eversen shares a deeply personal testimony regarding his spiritual journey, the history of the region, and a vision for the future of the church.The service, held on Palm Sunday, March 29, 2026, features a blend of English and Swahili translation.Key Themes of the TestimonyPalm Sunday Reflection: The Bishop opens by discussing the significance of Palm Sunday 00:22Opens in a new window, contrasting the biblical welcoming of Jesus into Jerusalem with modern-day protests against authority. He affirms his primary allegiance to Jesus as the "King of Kings."The Concept of Being "Born Again": Using the analogy of his own physical birth on March 30, 1966 03:36Opens in a new window, he describes the transition from a place of comfort to a world of noise and light. He relates this to the spiritual experience of being "born again" into a relationship with God 21:18Opens in a new window.A Shift in Faith: Growing up in a devout Roman Catholic family 09:55Opens in a new window, the Bishop describes a major shift when his parents "surrendered their hearts to the Lord" and joined an Assembly of God church. He eventually followed, experiencing his own personal call from the Holy Spirit 15:25Opens in a new window.Overcoming Resistance to Ministry: He admits he initially resisted the call to ministry 25:25Opens in a new window, feeling that others could do it better, but eventually surrendered to God's plan.The History of Springfield and a Vision of HopeBishop Eversen recounts a "dark" period in Springfield's history—the 1906 Easter lynchings 28:12Opens in a new window. He describes how this tragedy, rooted in racial hatred, caused many Black families to flee the city.However, he pivots to a story of spiritual hope:The Azusa Street Connection: He mentions the Azusa Street Revival and how that spiritual movement reached Springfield 32:49Opens in a new window.The Vision of the Fountain: He shares a vision received by a woman named Sister Size Love, who saw a "great crystal fountain of pure water" bubbling up out of Springfield and flowing to the four corners of the earth 35:53Opens in a new window.Modern Unity: The Bishop expresses joy that the church today brings together people of different cultures and languages—specifically mentioning those from Africa—to worship as one body in the same city where people once fled 38:31Opens in a new window.Closing and Call to PrayerThe service concludes with a call to the congregation to answer God's voice 40:41Opens in a new window. Pastor John Isse then leads a time of prayer and altar call for those seeking a deeper relationship with God or preparing for baptism 43:34Opens in a new window.