God Says YES! With David W Ebel

David W Ebel
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A Podcast of Encouragement A safe non judgemental place to help struggling people to find hope again

  1. 1d ago

    From Wandering to Walking | Alex Horton on God's Love and Faith

    What changes when faith becomes a personal relationship with Jesus? Alex Horton joins David W. Ebel to share how he moved from loneliness, pride, and feeling that he did not belong toward a life of faith, learning, and service. While preparing his first sermon, Alex read Romans 5:8 and began to grasp God's love in a deeply personal way. In this conversation, he describes the difference between knowing religious rules and knowing Jesus, the meaning of sacrificial love, and the ongoing work of growing in faith. At the time of the interview, Alex was 22, working full time in security, studying full time, and developing his ministry, The Heart of What We Believe. He shares his desire to make Bible study accessible and to serve people in practical ways. David and Alex also offer encouragement for anyone who has stumbled, been hurt, or feels stuck: begin talking to God, receive His grace, and take your next step with Jesus. Alex Horton shares how Romans 5:8 helped him discover God's love as a personal relationship with Jesus. He and David W. Ebel discuss loneliness, sacrificial love, accessible Bible study, serving others, and beginning again when faith feels difficult. In this episode - Feeling alone even in a room full of people - The Romans 5:8 moment that made God's love personal - Learning the difference between religious credentials and a growing faith - Sacrificial love expressed through practical service - Keeping God's Word accessible through study resources - Trusting God's grace, getting back up, and beginning again Books and Guest Links The Heart of Matthew — Alex's recommended starting point in this interview. He describes short commentary, reflection questions, and room for notes. The Heart of Ephesians — a study guide covering the book of Ephesians. From Wandering to Walking: Testimony of God's Love — his personal memoir. Alex says in the interview that his study guides can be downloaded free from his ministry website, with print editions available through Amazon. Consult the books section for current availability. Alex ministry website: https://theheartofwhatwebelieve.org Short website address: https://thowb.org God Says Yes Podcast: https://www.godsaysyespodcast.com

    From Wandering to Walking | Alex Horton on God's Love and Faith

  2. Oct 27

    Faith After The Fall -Jason Dennen, skydiving accident survivor, faith after trauma,trusting God 62

    Jason Dennen joins David W. Ebel on God Says YES! to share his Christian testimony of surviving a near-fatal skydiving accident and rebuilding his life. Before the accident, long workdays had crowded out his health, relationships, and sense of purpose. His prayer became simple: he asked God to lead him, and he committed to follow. Jason recounts the accident, his frightening experiences during a coma, and the long recovery that followed. He describes how familiar Scripture and prayer helped him hold on to hope, how rehabilitation taught him to value small victories, and how sharing his story opened the door for others to share their struggles. This conversation is about more than surviving a crisis. It is about learning to listen, bringing faith into everyday life, and discovering that your story can encourage someone else. Jason also shares his return to a triathlon and the message behind his book, 8 Days Till Sunrise. If you feel overwhelmed, discouraged, or unsure of your next step, this episode offers a warm invitation: bring your honest questions to God, receive support, and take the next step that is possible today. You can view his story and get the additional Devotional booklet at GodSayYesPodcast.com

    Faith After The Fall -Jason Dennen, skydiving accident survivor, faith after trauma,trusting God 62

  3. Oct 23 ·  Bonus

    What Runs Your Life Becomes Your God

    hat has the strongest influence on your choices? In this personal teaching, David W. Ebel explores how our habits, loyalties, and sources of advice can compete for the place that belongs to God. Drawing on Romans 6:16-18, Matthew 6:19-24, Philippians 3:17-21, and Exodus 20:1-3, he invites us to examine what we treasure, what we obey, and what we allow to fill our hearts. Through personal stories and practical illustrations, David encourages a faith that applies Scripture in daily life, practices integrity, and serves God out of gratitude rather than a desire to receive something in return. In this teaching: - Recognize the loyalties shaping your decisions. - Consider what your habits reveal about your priorities. - Test spiritual advice against Scripture. - Practice integrity when following Jesus has a cost. - Give from gratitude without treating God as a transaction. Scriptures discussed: Romans 6:16-18; Matthew 6:19-24; Philippians 3:17-21; Exodus 20:1-3. Related references: Luke 6:43-45; John 14:1-6; Galatians 5:22-25. Explore God Says Yes, teaching, prayer resources, and episode devotionals: https://www.godsaysyespodcast.com/

    What Runs Your Life Becomes Your God

  4. Oct 21

    From Doubt to Trust- Doug Ell

    From Doubt to Trust with Doug Ell Can honest questions become the beginning of a deeper faith? Author and retired attorney Doug Ell joins David W. Ebel to share his gradual journey from skepticism toward trusting God. A visit to church after the birth of his son awakened a longing for a peace that success could not give him. Doug explains why he sees the complexity of life and the universe as pointing to a Creator, and how faith has helped him become calmer, kinder, and more grateful. Together, Doug and David discuss doubt, spiritual struggle, the difference between outward success and inward peace, and taking a personal step toward Jesus. Doug also introduces his books, including Counting to God and The God Proofs, and leaves listeners with a question worth pondering: Why does anything exist? IN THIS CONVERSATION • Why Doug’s return to church began with a longing for peace. • How he describes the change from intellectual resistance to personal trust. • Why Doug interprets DNA and the universe as evidence for a Creator. • How inward peace can matter more than prestige or professional success. • A simple question that invites wonder: Why does anything exist? Doug Ell’s Books and Resources Featured book: The God Proofs: How Science Points to YOUR Creator — Douglas Ell Doug describes his latest book as a graphic novel aimed primarily at younger readers, which many adults also enjoy. Get it on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1637120648 Explore the website: https://thegodproofs.com/ Other books by Douglas Ell: • Counting to God: A Personal Journey Through Science to Belief • Proofs of God: A Conversation Between Doubt and Reason • Rise Above, coauthored with Steve Eggleston Learn more about Doug and his books: https://countingtogod.com/

    From Doubt to Trust- Doug Ell

  5. Oct 21

    Trusting God When Prayer Feels Unanswered with Dr. Elsa John Ep 64

    How do you keep trusting God when prayer feels unanswered? Dr. Elsa John joins David W. Ebel on God Says Yes for an honest conversation about faith, grief, shame, and finding your identity in Christ. Elsa shares how childhood wounds, infertility, pregnancy loss, and prayers for her daughter brought her to a painful crossroads. She describes seeking Christian counseling, learning to bring difficult questions to God, and discovering that her worth could not be earned through achievement or ministry performance. Together, David and Elsa explore receiving grace, asking for help, living out Scripture in everyday choices, and finding purpose in the work God calls us to do. If you love Jesus but feel disappointed, weary, or unsure where to turn, this conversation offers companionship and a place to begin. Continue the reflection with our free seven-day devotional, Trusting God in the Unanswered, from David and Diane Ebel. Diane leads our devotional ministry. Find it on the devotionals page at https://godsaysyespodcast.com. Guest resources: Elsa shares her writing and 28-day devotional at https://hopeinink.com. God Says Yes. Life Changes.

    Trusting God When Prayer Feels Unanswered with Dr. Elsa John Ep 64

  6. Oct 15

    Adapt and Advance: A Psychiatrist’s Journey Through Childhood Loss and Faith | Dr. Oluwole Babatunde

    Losing his mother at seven and his father at thirteen changed Oluwole Babatunde’s childhood. Grief remains part of his story, but so do faith, perseverance, and a desire to help others. In this episode of God Says Yes, David W. Ebel welcomes psychiatrist and author Dr. Oluwole Babatunde for an encouraging conversation about facing adversity and moving forward one day at a time. Born and raised in Nigeria, Oluwole shares how prayer, Scripture, and a growing personal relationship with Jesus sustained him through loss and uncertainty. His journey eventually brought him to the United States for further education and into a career caring for people experiencing serious mental health challenges. Drawing from his life and his book, Adapt and Advance, he explains a practical approach to difficult seasons: acknowledge that the situation is hard, then consider the next step you can take. Together, David and Oluwole discuss spiritual growth, caring for body, soul, and spirit, and finding ways to encourage others while still facing struggles of our own. His golden nugget: you can adapt and advance. You do not have to see the whole staircase to take one step. If grief, setbacks, or uncertainty have left you feeling stuck, this conversation offers hope that your story is still unfolding—and that you do not have to face the next chapter alone.

    Adapt and Advance: A Psychiatrist’s Journey Through Childhood Loss and Faith | Dr. Oluwole Babatunde

  7. Oct 14

    Introducing David W Ebel

    A short introduction. To David Ebel and how his ministry effects people all over the world. Through the podcast GodSaysYesPodcast .com.

    Introducing David W Ebel

  8. Oct 12

    Trusting God in Every Season-Moriah Hagel, Christian singleness, waiting and trusting God's timing

    How do we trust God when life doesn’t unfold the way we expected? Moriah Hagel joins David W. Ebel on God Says Yes for a conversation about trusting God’s timing, Christian singleness, and finding our identity in Christ. Explore what it means to wait on God, grow in faith, and find purpose in the season you’re living in today. If you’re facing uncertainty or wondering what God has ahead for you, we hope this conversation brings encouragement. Visit https://godsaysyespodcast.com for more episodes, messages of faith, and prayer requests. Subscribe to God Says Yes and share this conversation with someone who needs encouragement. God Says Yes. Life Changes. #GodSaysYes #TrustingGod #ChristianEncouragement

    Trusting God in Every Season-Moriah Hagel, Christian singleness, waiting and trusting God's timing
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