22 episodes

My guests aren't well known, they're not celebrities. They're ordinary people like you and me, with remarkable stories of survival and success.

Ordinary Grit Lauren Sterling

    • Society & Culture
    • 5.0 • 18 Ratings

My guests aren't well known, they're not celebrities. They're ordinary people like you and me, with remarkable stories of survival and success.

    Ryan's Story

    Ryan's Story

    Ryan's inspiring story perfectly illustrates how God is our loving Father, regardless of our upbringing or our circumstances. Listen to how he overcame, forgave, and chose to follow God's plan for his life.

    • 51 min
    Sara's Story

    Sara's Story

    Sara's Story is one of fierce obedience. Listen as she describes how to follow God even when it looks nothing like your plan.

    • 1 hr 32 min
    Lauren's Story: Part Two

    Lauren's Story: Part Two

    This is part two of my story. The part where we were obedient, followed God's lead and adopted five siblings from Peru. The process of falling in love with these kids, fighting to make them ours, learning and grieving with them has taught me so much about God's faithfulness.

    • 1 hr 19 min
    Emily's Story

    Emily's Story

    Emily has fought through pain, loss, and grief. Even during her trials, God gently brought her back to Him. There's no limit on what we'll go through in this life, but there's also no limit on what God will do to pursue us. Emily's Story is one of resilience and unconditional love.

    • 45 min
    Britain's Story

    Britain's Story

    Britain's Story is one of loss, endurance, and grace. Even though her life has had many unexpected turns, God has seen her through. In her words, "she's tethered herself to him." By leaning on Him, she's been able to have joy and zeal no matter the circumstances. I hope Britain's Story inspires you to tether yourself to God even during the most difficult times.

    • 1 hr 4 min
    Bruce's Story

    Bruce's Story

    A family legacy is sometimes built in the most unexpected ways. Bruce's story is proof that God can restore anything. He will meet you where you're at, even if it's a cold storage room, and He'll change you. When we allow that change, He can redeem even the darkest stories. I hope this episode inspires you to choose obedience and faith, even when it's hard. Bruce made that choice many years ago and it will continue to bless his family for many generations to come.

    • 1 hr

Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5
18 Ratings

18 Ratings

Maocrjap ,

God is using you

Lauren‘s podcast was recommended to me by her mom, who is in my small group. I know some of the people that she has interviewed and I love hearing their stories. Marsha’s story really touched me today. I found myself in tears and praying for God to speak to me and draw me to him the way that he has Marsha. A moment after that , Lauren and Marsha started to talk about how any parent could be touched by this story, whether your child is dealing with illness or is running from God. I am praying for one of those prodigals, and you have really encouraged me today relationship with my Lord. Thank you. I will be praying for both of you.

Linda M Malone ,

Uplifting!

The people Lauren interviews are inspiring through hardships and adversity. Lauren has had her own hardships and relates to her guests while they tell their own story. Everyone has their cross to bear and this podcast inspires others to be able to carry theirs.

Lkbutler613 ,

Your story matters!

Lauren is a great host who gives her guest a place to share their story. The guests are your friend, your sister, your teacher - people with stories you can relate to. The podcast shows the listener thay their story also matters. Great podcast!

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