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Stories of Hope

The residents, graduates, and instructors at John 3:16 Ministries go into the depths of their own stories with their struggles with addiction, battles with the law, and generally, where they came from. In great detail, they share their testimonies of desperation and hope and how they ultimately found recovery through Christ.

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    Stories of Hope: Episode 19: "I Know He's Real" - Danny Bess

    In this episode Lisa talks to Danny Bess, an instructor at John 3:16 Ministries. Bess talks about his decades long struggle with addiction and a hole in his heart he didn't think could be filled. But God changed his life and his heart so that Bess is fully committed to a life dedicated to Christ. Dive in as we explore Bess' Story of Hope.

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    Stories of Hope: Episode 18: "I Knew This Time Was Different, Because I Was Done" - Morgan Wylie

    In this episode, Lisa talks to Morgan Wylie, who is an instructor at John 3:16 Ministries. Morgan talks about the dark path she was going down before coming to know Christ. She spent most of her adult life in addiction, hopeless and lost. But after coming to John 3:16 Ministries, she learned what it truly meant to gain a relationship with Jesus Christ. That is what set her free from addiction.  Dive in as we explore Morgan's Story of Hope. 

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    Stories of Hope: Episode 17: "That was my end game" - Nicki Dunn

    In this episode, Lisa talks to Nicki Dunn, wife of instructor Chris Dunn of John 3:16 Ministries. Nicki talks about her devastating childhood, the path that ultimately led her to wanting a better life in Christ, the incredible restoration of her family and becoming the mother God intended her to be, and what family life is like here at the ministry. Dive in as we explore Nicki's Story of Hope.

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    Stories of Hope: Episode 16: "Are you ready to surrender?" - Larry Wake

    In this episode, Lisa talks to Larry Wake, a resident of John 3:16 Ministries. Larry talks about his rough road of addiction, and the path that ultimately led him to wanting a better life in Christ, the incredible restoration of his family and becoming the father God intended him to be. Dive in as we explore Larry's Story of Hope.

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    Stories of Hope: Episode 15: "I haven't looked back since." - Amanda Taylor

    In this episode, Lisa talks to Amanda Taylor of John 3:16 Women's Ministry. Amanda talks about her unfortunate beginnings, rough road of addiction, and the path that ultimately led her to wanting a better life in Christ and becoming the mother God intended her to be. Dive in as we explore Amanda's Story of Hope.

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    Stories of Hope: Episode 14: "I'm Ready for a New Life" - Samantha Riggs

    In this episode, Lisa talks to Samantha Riggs, a resident of John 3:16 Women's Ministry. Samantha talks about her unfortunate beginnings, rough road of addiction, and the path that ultimately led her to wanting a better life in Christ and becoming the mother God intended her to be. Dive in as we explore Samantha's Story of Hope.

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    Stories of Hope: Episode 13: "God Will Provide" - Ethan Wayne Rester

    In this episode, Lisa talks to Ethan Wayne Rester, a resident of John 3:16 Ministries. Wayne talks about how his promising career was ruined by addiction, and his future restored in Christ. Dive in as we explore Wayne's Story of Hope.

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    Stories of Hope: Episode 12: "God's changing all of our lives" - Alyssa Draffin

    Listen to Alyssa Draffin talk about her struggle with addiction, and how her relationship with Jesus saved her from addiction. 

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    Stories of Hope: Episode 11: "Something Had to Change" - Harlan Chism

    In this episode, Lisa talks to Harlan Chism, a resident of John 3:16 Ministries. Harlan talks about almost losing his life in the providence of God that led him to find life in Christ. Dive in as we explore Harlan's Story of Hope.

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    Stories of Hope: Episode 10: "I'm Finally Ready to Surrender" - Kennedy Carpenter

    In this episode, Lisa talks to Kennedy Carpenter, a resident of John 3:16 Women's Ministry. Kennedy talks about losing her identity and purpose to addiction and what Christ has done to better her life. Dive in as we explore Kennedy's Story of Hope.

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    Stories of Hope: Episode 09: "Love leads the way here at John 3:16" - Jason Ramsey

    In this episode, Lisa talks to Jason Ramsey, a graduate of John 3:16 Ministries. Jason talks about his long road of addiction that started in his youth, as well as the decades-long evidence of God's restoration and reconciliation in his life. Dive in as we explore Jason Ramsey's Story of Hope.

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    Stories of Hope: Episode 08 - "Jesus is the only thing I've ever tried" - Sarah Lynn

    In this episode, Lisa talks to Sarah Lynn, a graduate and instructor at John 3:16 Women's Ministry. Sarah Lynn opens up about her childhood, her addiction, and the path that ultimately led her to John 3:16 Women's Ministry and redemption through Jesus Christ. Dive in as we explore Sarah Lynn's Story of Hope.

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    Stories of Hope: Episode 07 - "You'll Never Meet an Old Junkie" - Scott Stell

    In this episode, Lisa speaks to Scott Stell, a graduate and Instructor at John 3:16 Ministries. Stell describes his drug abuse that almost took his life several times. The kindness of a stranger altered the course of his life and brought him here, to John 3:16 Ministries, where he learned about Jesus who changed his life forever.  Dive in as we explore Scott Stell's Story of Hope.   

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    Stories of Hope: Episode 06 - "I Was Done Running" - Jodi Mcleod

    In this episode, Lisa speaks with Jodi Mcleod, a resident at John 3:16 Women's Ministry. Jodi describes her early addiction and the chaotic events that resulted in her coming to the ministry.  Jodi pours out her heart in this interview with Lisa and speaks to how Jesus is changing her life.  Dive in as we explore Jodi Mcleod's Story of Hope.   

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    Stories of Hope: Episode 05 - Joe Tom South

    In this episode, Lisa speaks with Joe Tom South, a graduate and previous instructor, about his alcoholism and what led him to John 3:16 Ministries. They go in depth about his time here at the ministry and his time here as an instructor.   South talks about how Jesus set him free and how the Lord has continued to bless him since he left the ministry.  Dive in with us as we explore Joe Tom South's Story of Hope.     

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    Stories of Hope: Episode 04 - Brent Taylor

    In this episode. Lisa speaks with Brent about his journey from an overdosing addict to a leader here at the ministry. They go into depth about how God has blessed him in numerous ways including a wife, a son, and a brand new baby girl. Brent talks about the brotherhood here at the ministry as well as how Jesus has had a profound impact on him and the people around him. Dive in with us as we explore Brent Taylor's Story of Hope.

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    Stories of Hope: Episode 03 - Chris Dunn

    You won't want to miss this interview with Lisa Fischer and Chris Dunn during our Stories of Hope Podcast. Dunn tells his unforgettable story and the events that took him from prison to purpose, and speaks about the love and hope he found in Jesus Christ.

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    Stories of Hope: Episode 02 - Vincent Walrath

    Stories of Hope. Lisa Fischer Interviews "Vince" about his path to John 3:16 Ministries. Where He began, how he lost hope, and how Jesus saved his life.

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    Stories of Hope: Episode 01 - Jack Dowden

    Stories of Hope. Lisa Fischer Interviews "JD" about his path to John 3:16 Ministries. Where He began, how he lost hope, and how Jesus saved his life.

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    Coming Soon

    Anouncing "Stories of Hope" debuting on December 24, 2025. Join us as we speak in depth with residents, graduates, and instructors at John 3:16 Ministries. A spiritual bootcamp for men and women suffering from addiction. You will get an inside look at where they came from, what their lives were like, how they came to the ministry, and what Jesus has been doing in their lives. Join us for Stories of Hope with John 3:16 Ministries where we don't offer treatment, we offer the cure.

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

The residents, graduates, and instructors at John 3:16 Ministries go into the depths of their own stories with their struggles with addiction, battles with the law, and generally, where they came from. In great detail, they share their testimonies of desperation and hope and how they ultimately found recovery through Christ.

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