Road To Redemption

Road to Redemption
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Road To Redemption

Road to Redemption is a weekly show sharing powerful testimonies, giving hope. Guests share how their lives have been transformed through a personal relationship with Jesus. The mission of this show is to give hope to the lost and use these stories to bring people into a relationship with Jesus, so they can live an abundant life and experience the true Joy God wants for us all.For more information or interview inquiries please email: rtrdestiny@gmail.com

  1. Eddie Mansfield's Journey from Addiction to Ministry

    JUN 23

    Eddie Mansfield's Journey from Addiction to Ministry

    "God takes what they've been through and turns it to good." These powerful words from Eddie Mansfield capture the essence of his extraordinary transformation story shared on Road to Redemption. Eddie's journey begins in Owensboro, Kentucky, where despite a loving Christian upbringing, he veered into substance abuse at age 15. What followed was a 23-year descent through addiction, wasted opportunities, and escalating legal troubles. By age 38, Eddie found himself in an Atlanta jail cell facing a potential 10-year sentence for methamphetamine possession. It was here, at his lowest point, that something unexpected happened—he reconnected with faith through a fellow inmate who knew the Bible intimately. While Eddie studied Scripture behind bars, his mother began having recurring dreams that her son would someday lead a faith-based recovery program—visions that seemed impossible given his circumstances. Then came what Eddie can only describe as divine intervention: three days before Christmas 2006, through an unexpected act of mercy from a retiring district attorney, Eddie was released directly to a rehab facility in Destin, Florida. Christmas Eve became his sobriety date, marking the beginning of a radical life transformation. Today, Eddie serves as director of Path of Grace, a thriving women's recovery ministry with 54 residents and 12 graduates in transition. His personal experience with addiction fuels his compassion and effectiveness in helping others find freedom. With his wife Kayla (herself a recovery success story) by his side, Eddie's life stands as powerful testimony that no one is beyond redemption and that our deepest pain can become our most powerful platform for helping others. For more info on Path of Grace in Miramar Beach FL goto https://www.pathofgrace.net or reach them at: Mailing Address \ PO Box 9261, Miramar Beach, FL 32550 email: PathofGrace@gmail.com \ Tel. 850.974.4573 For more information contact us at rtrdestiny@gmail.com

    14 min
  2. June Kohls - Finding Hope at the Well

    JUN 10

    June Kohls - Finding Hope at the Well

    June Kohls draws listeners in with a profound parallel between her life journey and the Samaritan woman at the well. Like Jesus who traveled specifically to meet this outcast woman, June reveals how God purposefully seeks us in our lowest moments, offering living water when we feel most unworthy. Growing up with an angry father and a codependent mother, June felt invisible even within her church community where leaders seemed to favor children from "normal" families. Despite early rejection, she maintained a unique connection with Jesus, asking not why her circumstances were difficult, but simply for God to heal her parents' hearts. This foundation of childlike faith eventually blossomed into her life's calling. After marrying young and losing her infant daughter to medical negligence, June nearly succumbed to despair. The birth of her son Chad gave her reason to persevere as a single mother. Through remarkable divine intervention, a company owner offered to back her in starting a successful clothing store. Later, intentional Bible study transformed her relationship with Christ, leading to founding Heart to Cross, a ministry serving 150 women through both spiritual guidance and practical assistance. When a stroke left June permanently blind in one eye, she recognized it as a spiritual attack. Rather than retreating, she doubled down on her commitment: "The devil was not taking me from my ordained calling." This resilient faith exemplifies how God weaves even our most painful experiences into something redemptive. June now leads women's groups at Destiny Worship Center, offering the same living water that transformed her life to others seeking wholeness. Ready to discover how your own painful past can become the foundation for your purpose? Subscribe to Road to Redemption for more powerful testimonies of hope and transformation. For more information contact us at rtrdestiny@gmail.com

    24 min
  3. Battlefield of the Mind: Fighting Spiritual Warfare with Sam Sterett and Kyle Hart

    JUN 3

    Battlefield of the Mind: Fighting Spiritual Warfare with Sam Sterett and Kyle Hart

    What happens when spiritual warfare enters our daily lives and we don't even recognize it? Former Air Force special operations intelligence officer Sam Sterett pulls back the curtain on the unseen battles affecting men, marriages, and families in this eye-opening conversation. "Nine times out of ten, most men don't realize they're exactly where the devil wants them to be," Sterett reveals, speaking from years of military experience and spiritual growth. His insights expose how pornography, thrill-seeking, and even the constant distraction of digital devices create entry points for spiritual attacks that slowly erode our relationships with God and family. The discussion takes an unexpected turn when the guests examine how modern technology has compromised our spiritual disciplines, such as our cell phones and the access they can provide to allow things in that are not holy. This conversation doesn't shy away from practical realities: how military culture often sidelines faith, how PTSD requires both professional and spiritual healing approaches, and why the simplest prayer—"Jesus help me"—might be the most powerful one you can pray. What truly sets this episode apart is its practical roadmap for spiritual growth: dive into Scripture daily, find a truth-speaking church community, and commit to a small group where authentic relationships flourish. For veterans struggling with faith questions or anyone battling unseen forces in their daily life, Stewart offers this challenge: "Are we getting closer to God or further away? What are we worshiping?" Ready to recognize the battlefield of your mind and develop spiritual disciplines that actually work? This conversation provides both the wake-up call and the hope you've been searching for. For more information contact us at rtrdestiny@gmail.com

    34 min
  4. Godly Parenting in a Digital Age - Valerie Peterson & Joy Makala

    MAY 19

    Godly Parenting in a Digital Age - Valerie Peterson & Joy Makala

    The deepening influence of social media, technology, and worldly values on children has created unprecedented challenges for parents trying to raise kids with strong spiritual foundations. In this eye-opening conversation, licensed mental health therapist's  Valerie Peterson and Joy Makala share transformative insights on positive parenting through a biblical lens. Joy begins by addressing a fundamental truth many parents overlook—we naturally parent as we were parented, unless we intentionally choose a different path. Rather than relying on societal messages, she points to Scripture as the ultimate parenting manual, emphasizing that parents must position themselves as their children's primary spiritual influencers in a world full of competing voices. Prayer emerges as the cornerstone of effective parenting throughout the discussion. Joy encourages parents to "get on their knees" to seek divine guidance for their children's unique journeys, sharing powerful perspectives on how spiritual intervention provides wisdom beyond human capability. She and host Valerie Peterson explore practical ways families can document prayer requests together, allowing children to witness God's faithfulness firsthand. The conversation offers refreshingly practical strategies for creating meaningful family connections in our digital age. From establishing "low-tech, no-tech" times to creating dedicated family nights and meal times, listeners gain actionable steps for fostering genuine relationships. Joy's insight that "boundaries communicate love" provides a compassionate framework for setting limits that protect children's long-term wellbeing. Perhaps most counter-cultural is Joy's emphasis on prioritizing the marriage relationship over parent-child relationships. "The greatest gift parents can give children is a strong marriage," she explains, challenging the child-centered approach prevalent in today's society. This foundation of family stability requires intentional effort but yields profound benefits. The episode concludes with a heartfelt encouragement to find community support through mentorship, small groups, and church involvement. No parent should attempt this challenging journey alone—the corporate anointing of spiritual community provides refreshment and strength for every season of parenting. For more information contact us at rtrdestiny@gmail.com

    29 min
  5. Victoria Jones Journey from Darkness to Freedom.

    MAY 12

    Victoria Jones Journey from Darkness to Freedom.

    Victoria Jones shares the powerful story of how she went from planning suicide to finding freedom and abundant life in Christ after a divine encounter with a stranger who gave her a Bible. • Grew up with unhealthy performance-based coping mechanisms. • Performance addiction led to depression, anxiety and suicidal thoughts in college. • Maintained a perfect social media image while inwardly planning to end her life. • Encountered a stranger named Martha Jackson who gave her a Bible with Psalm 55 highlighted.  “Let death take my enemies by surprise; let them go down alive to the realm of the dead, for evil finds lodging among them. As for me, I call to God, and the Lord saves me. Evening, morning and noon I cry out in distress, and he hears my voice. He rescues me unharmed from the battle waged against me, even though many oppose me. God, who is enthroned from of old, who does not change— he will hear them and humble them, because they have no fear of God.” Psalms‬ ‭55‬:‭15‬-‭19‬ ‭NIV‬‬ • Martha's simple act of obedience saved Victoria's life that day. • Years later, joined a freedom group at Destiny Church where she truly met Jesus. • Learned about forgiveness and developed a personal relationship with God. • Marriage and family healed through submission to Christ and serving each other. • Faith journey has broken generational patterns, allowing her son to grow up knowing God. • Encourages others struggling with mental health to get connected to God's Word and community. If you're battling suicidal thoughts, depression or anxiety, please know that Jesus loves you and died to give you abundant life. Get connected to a Bible-believing church, join a small group, and surround yourself with people who care about your spiritual wellbeing. For more information contact us at rtrdestiny@gmail.com

    23 min
  6. Benny Di Chiara Journey of Faith and Music

    APR 29

    Benny Di Chiara Journey of Faith and Music

    Benny Di Chiara, frontman of the Christian rock band Empowered, brings raw authenticity and spiritual fire to this powerful conversation about redemption, healing, and perseverance through life's most challenging battles. The journey begins with Benny's harrowing account of surviving a traumatic brain injury in 2016 that left him with a double skull fracture, frontal lobe damage, and internal bleeding. Through months of grueling recovery where he slept 20 hours daily and lost 35 pounds, Benny experienced a supernatural encounter—God speaking audibly in his living room, promising "huge and great plans" and gifting him lyrics for what would become their song based on Jeremiah 29:11. Despite permanent loss of smell and taste, Benny embodies what he calls "taking the win"—recognizing God's partial victories instead of focusing on unanswered prayers. This perspective has carried him through creating three albums post-injury and fuels Empowered's upcoming release "SALT" (Safety, Anointed, Legitimate, Timing), scheduled to drop mid-June. What makes this conversation particularly compelling is Benny's transparent admission that his family currently faces intense spiritual warfare. Rather than sugar-coating his Christian journey, he reveals the emotional and physical exhaustion these battles bring while maintaining his spiritual fervor. "Spiritually, I am on fire, and do not contest me," he declares, challenging believers to move beyond Sunday-only faith into daily communion with Jesus. For musicians and creatives, Benny offers unflinching wisdom: "If you are a Christian artist, be ALL of that." He rejects the divided loyalty of trying to serve both mainstream acceptance and gospel truth, instead embracing Empowered's calling to explicitly point people to Jesus through their music and personal ministry after shows. Whether you're facing health challenges, spiritual attacks, or simply searching for authentic faith, Benny's testimony reminds us that God's restoration is available—not just in eternity, but in the here and now when we "press in" to Jesus and surrender to His perfect timing and purpose. For more information contact us at rtrdestiny@gmail.com

    25 min
  7. Dr. Rachael Cannon - From Jail to Joy

    APR 21

    Dr. Rachael Cannon - From Jail to Joy

    What happens when decades of addiction disappear in a moment without withdrawal symptoms?  Dr. Rachael Cannon's extraordinary testimony reveals the transformative power of encountering divine love after 25 years of severe drug addiction. Growing up as the granddaughter of a Baptist preacher and daughter of a minister, Rachael understood religious principles but found herself trapped in a cycle of addiction that led to eight felony arrests. At her lowest point—weighing just 100 pounds, battling suicidal thoughts, and facing another potential prison sentence—she reluctantly attended church where another woman's testimony sparked a flicker of hope. Three days later, when told she "didn't have to suffer anymore because Jesus already suffered for her," every chain broke instantly. Nine years later, she remains completely free without a single relapse. The heart of Rachael isn't about will power or rule-following but about identity transformation through love. "Once I realized God loved me, all of a sudden I could make my bed. All of a sudden I wanted to obey the rules. My desires changed when I fell in love with the Lord." This revelation led her to prison ministry just four months into her recovery, where she helps incarcerated women see themselves beyond their circumstances. Rather than focusing on wrong behavior, she reminds them "what God's done right." Connect with Dr. Rachel Cannon on Facebook or explore her five devotional books on Amazon, including "The Woman at the Well." Her story proves that no matter how hopeless your situation appears, transformation is possible when you discover who you truly are in the eyes of love. For more information contact us at rtrdestiny@gmail.com

    20 min
  8. Billy Milan's Road to Redemption

    APR 18

    Billy Milan's Road to Redemption

    Billy Milan's journey from the streets of New York to the security team at Destiny Worship Center is a testament to God's relentless pursuit of those who seem furthest from His reach. Growing up as the child of divorce in NYC, Billy found himself joining the NYPD at just 20 years old. Though married to Maria, a woman of deep faith, Billy admits he spent the first decade of their marriage living a double life – saying the right prayers to please his reverend father-in-law while drowning in excessive drinking and creating what he calls "a beautiful house on the outside, broken on the inside." The turning point came in 2003 when, after years of his wife's faithful prayers, God radically transformed Billy's heart. "He left the 99 for me," Billy shares, describing how his life changed so dramatically that even his fellow officers took notice. By his retirement in 2013, one colleague who had never believed in God admitted, "What I've seen God do in your life, I now know there's a God." What Billy calls their "30-day miracle" – a vacation to Destin that turned into purchasing a home – eventually led to permanent relocation and finding their spiritual family at Destiny Worship Center. Now overseeing security for the church and its school, Billy speaks candidly about maintaining faith amid tragedy, particularly reflecting on the recent death of Deputy Will May. Most powerfully, Billy testifies to breaking generational curses: "There was divorce in my family... that was a generational curse. And guess what? No more." His story reminds us that no marriage is beyond restoration when surrendered to God. As Billy says, "You've got to work at it... you need to be selfless." Ready to experience your own redemption story? Begin by reading God's Word daily, joining a Christ-centered church community, and connecting with a small group who can walk alongside you through life's valleys and mountaintops. For more information contact us at rtrdestiny@gmail.com

    26 min
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Road to Redemption is a weekly show sharing powerful testimonies, giving hope. Guests share how their lives have been transformed through a personal relationship with Jesus. The mission of this show is to give hope to the lost and use these stories to bring people into a relationship with Jesus, so they can live an abundant life and experience the true Joy God wants for us all.For more information or interview inquiries please email: rtrdestiny@gmail.com

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  • Creator
    Road to Redemption
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2025
  • Episodes
    117
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2025 Road To Redemption
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    Road To Redemption

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