Matthew West is a five-time Grammy nominee, with 30 number one songs and counting. But at the height of his success in the industry, a doctor told him he may never be able to sing again due to severe injury to his vocal chords. What followed was a season of silence that forever re-defined how he views his calling as a musician. Visit https://www.youtube.com/@SnapshotTestimony to watch the full episode! 

Josiah is a father of three and military veteran who spent three decades of his life battling addiction to drugs and alcohol. After countless failed stints in rehab and counseling, he shares the secret he discovered that finally led to freedom. Watch the full video episode on YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/@SnapshotTestimony Resources Mentioned: Karl and Crew Mornings - https://www.moodyradio.org/programs/karl-and-crew-mornings/ The 7 Resolutions - https://www.7resolutions.com/

CeCe Winans is the best selling, most awarded female gospel artist of all time. In this episode, she brings us into a personal and faith-defining moment in a hospital waiting room, where a doctor broke the news that it was time to come in and say goodbye to her brother. What happened next was an absolute miracle that will renew your faith in the power of prayer.  Watch the full video episode on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/@SnapshotTestimony For more information on CeCe Winans, including upcoming tour dates, visit https://cecewinans.com/

Jada Peebles is a college athlete at a major university who recently went public with her decision to follow Christ. She took to social media to share the news, and give a glimpse into some of the hardship that ultimately led to her surrender.  She had quietly endured physical injuries, mental health concerns, and had survived a suicide attempt, all while trying to continue to pursue success on the court. Even those closest to her weren't fully aware of all she'd had to overcome. Now, she’s sharing her story to point people to Jesus, and give hope to those who feel alone in their struggle. If you or someone you know is struggling with suicidal thoughts, please call the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline by dialing 988 to connect with a trained counselor, or visit 988Lifeline.org To watch this full episode, go to @SnapshotTestimony on YouTube.

Montrell will never forget the details of an alarming dream he had more than a decade ago. He woke up fully aware of his need for God, and terrified of what a life apart from Him would mean. In this episode, he describes the dream, and how it drove him to make the best decision of his life.  Episode Resources: If you struggle with knowing where you stand with God, read this article. https://www.180chicago.church/posts/nine-ways-god-stands-with-you If you want to read the full story of Lazarus and the Rich Man from Luke 16:19-31, visit https://www.biblegateway.com/

Rachel was the life of the party, the funny friend, always ready to make people laugh. But her larger than life persona masked deep pain and insecurity that she hid from even those closest to her. In this episode, she shares what led to her gradual undoing and how after decades of trying to make herself enough for other people, she learned how to finally rest in God’s love and approval.

Songwriter and worship leader Pat Barrett has written popular anthems like Good, Good Father and Build My Life. In this episode, he talks about a season a struggle that is both personal and universal– waiting on God when you feel like He’s gone silent. He learned a lesson in that season that forever shifted how He views God’s timing.

Linda always prided herself on being strong, in control and able to handle whatever life threw at her. Until the moment she became a mom to a baby girl born way too early, and found herself staring down challenges she was powerless to control. It was the beginning of a beautiful surrender that actually made her grateful for the struggle.

Alvie was forced to leave home at the age of 15 to escape an abusive mother. She was physically free for the first time in her life… but God had even more for her! She found a spiritual freedom she didn’t even know existed. In this hope-filled episode, you’ll hear a story of healing, forgiveness, and making peace with a painful past.

Gayle was a Christian. Jim was not, but on December 10th 1978, a simple invitation to a Christmas concert at a local church changed everything. Join us for the first ever Snapshot Testimony Christmas Special and hear how a high school crush turned 40 year marriage finds its beginnings in the true story of Christmas.

Tiffany Hudson is a member of Elevation Worship and the award winning songwriter behind worship anthems like Graves Into Gardens and Never Lost. Growing up as a pastor’s kid, she was in church every night, constantly hearing about God. But her deepest desire was to really experience Him for herself.

Evan Craft’s rise to become one of the most successful artists in Latin music may be surprising to some. But not when you hear the heart behind his love for the Latin community. In this episode, he shares honestly how God helped him confront his own bias and ambition… and why he had to be humbled to be useful.  For more, visit https://www.evancraftmusic.com/

Has the pain of life ever caused you to question the goodness of God? For Nick Johnson, it was the absence of his father, followed by the deaths of his mother and brother. He was a kid forced to grow up way too fast. But God used his favorite sport – basketball – and the diligent witness of a high school classmate, to show Nick His love… and save his life.

When Christopher Beth reluctantly agreed to be a chaperone on an overseas missions trip, his only objective was to make sure his daughter got home safely. He didn’t have a heart for missions and says he wasn’t even very strong in his faith. But somewhere in the middle of the Amazon, he unexpectedly heard the voice of the Lord. It would ultimately lead him to trade his career in business for a brand new calling.  For the full video conversation of this episode, visit https://www.youtube.com/@SnapshotTestimony Christopher Beth is the founder of The Bucket Ministry. The mission is to "share God’s love through the gift of clean, safe, drinking water. We provide under-resourced communities around the world with long-lasting water filters, forge and nurture new relationships with Jesus Christ, and inspire systemic, Christ-centered change through discipleship training." For more, visit https://thebucketministry.org/ 

Snapshot Testimony is a podcast by Moody Radio. Through interviews and storytelling, host Ally Domercant brings listeners inside the unique moments when a life is transformed by the power of Christ.

Jon Reddick is a gifted worship pastor, songwriter, and painter whose struggle with perfectionism nearly drove him to quit. In this episode, an honest conversation about dealing with shame, the pressure to be perfect, and how to release control to God.  For the full video episode, visit, https://www.youtube.com/@SnapshotTestimony "Jon Reddick has a heart for the church and the songs that pour out from congregations into the world. Throughout his writing career he’s intentionally composed lyrics that speak about redemption and hope in a way that impacts cross cultural narratives of a generation hungry for healing..." For more, visit https://www.jonreddickmusic.com/

Benjamin William Hastings leads worship with Hillsong United and has written some of the most popular anthems sung in the church today. He shares how a conversation with a stranger in the middle of a rainstorm helped unleash God's call on his life. 

Recording artist Micah Tyler wasn't sure how God was using his music, until he met a woman who heard his song on the radio at the precise moment she faced a life or death decision. Her story continues to be the 'why' behind every song Tyler writes. 

Wayne's life was forever changed the day a colleague opened fire in his workplace, killing three, and injuring two others. For the next two years, he was crippled by overwhelming fear, paranoia, and darkness...until one pivotal night.  

It's been more than a decade since recording artist Laura Story released her hit song Blessings, written on the heels of her husband's brain injury. Now a mother of four, she reflects on her family's journey living with a disability, and redefining what abundant life in Christ looks like. 

Cynthia was raised in the Amazon jungle as a missionary kid. She reflects on the moment she truly came to understand the importance of the gospel, and the risk her parents were willing to take to see others know Jesus. 

For Michael Cochren, (Cochren and Co.) a religious upbringing and musical talent kept him up in Christian circles, but his heart was far from God. Until the night the presence of God stripped away all of his pretending.

Kimberly spent 17 years living a lesbian lifestyle, including a marriage to another woman. She proudly declared that she’d just been born that way, until 2016, when a series of events turned her world upside down.

Keith was always searching for a way to make life work. God used a former party buddy, and a wild motorcycle trip to Canada, to reveal the truth he'd been missing.

Lynn considered herself an atheist until a religious experience at a bar opened her eyes to the existence of God. Hear how God used her younger brother to help disciple her, and how this training helped her stand firm in the face of tragedy. 

Luis was an ordained minister and worship leader who lost his way, until a near death experience woke him up to how far he was from the Lord. 

Mike Kinney was 17 years old when the truck he was driving crashed into a tree and caught fire. His injuries were devastating. But Mike's story is one of miracles, big and small, and the power of the presence of God.

James was highly suspicious of the church. Until God used his daughters, and a kids discipleship program called Awana, to open his eyes to the gospel of Jesus Christ in a brand new way.

After the death of her father, Esther looked for acceptance through parties, fashion, and a high society lifestyle. But a sense of belonging was always elusive until this "daddy's girl" found her way home. 

Worship Leader and songwriter Cody Carnes recalls the moment he sensed God calling him to full-time music ministry, and how he overcame the fear he’d never be able to write a worship song.

Britta heard the gospel for the first time from a woman sitting next to her on an international flight. By the time the plane landed, Britta had given her life to Christ, and started what would become a lifelong friendship between two strangers on a plane. 

Bart Millard, lead singer of Mercy Me, shares a personal story of the week his oldest son Sam was diagnosed with diabetes, and the prayer that changed his life. 

Merl St. James was raised in church but rebelled as a young adult. Hear as he shares about the one friend who loved him enough to confront him.

Joe Pitt was raised in a religious home and spent years calling himself a Christian but living a lifestyle that totally contradicted what he said he believed. Until a family crisis led to a Y in the road.

J Warner Wallace is a L.A. homicide detective and a former atheist who decided to investigate the gospels using the same techniques he uses on cold cases.  

Singer/songwriter Anne Wilson was just 15 years old when her older brother was killed in a car accident. In the days following his death, she heard the voice of the Lord distinctly on two separate occasions. Hear how those moments shaped her faith and gave her a new mission. 

At least 70 percent of adults have experienced a traumatic event in their lives. Guest Jocelyn Jones is the founder of Faith on the Journey Christian counseling and she’s on a mission to help Christians heal from trauma and painful pasts.

Author and radio host Chris Fabry and his family battled a series of mysterious illnesses that were eventually linked to toxic mold in their home. His wife was ready to leave everything behind and start over but Chris wasn't so sure. Hear the story of the phone call that forced him to wrestle with a critical question: "What does love look like right here?" 

Heather Holleman is an author and college professor, and has the kind of contagious faith and excitement in Christ that makes you want to know more. She reveals what helps her to share her faith more joyfully, consistently, and effectively, and why it's far easier than most people realize. 

Christian music icon Steven Curtis Chapman reflects on the 35th anniversary of his first album, how the last two years changed his music, and why he keeps showing up. 

Paul Shepherd was born and raised in India, worshipping the many gods of the Hindu faith. When he started exploring the Bible, it was originally to disprove the claims of Christianity. But over time, he began to see that the God of the Bible is the one true God. He shares how his decision to follow Jesus led to persecution and even disownment by his own father.

Author and speaker Vaneetha Risner has suffered the loss of a child, an unwanted divorce, and chronic health challenges that make daily tasks difficult. She shares honestly about battling anger and disillusionment with God, the moment she felt His presence most tangibly, and why she now views suffering as a gift. 

Brittany battled drug and alcohol addiction for 15 years. When she surrendered her life to Jesus, she finally got sober, only to find there were many more issues she'd never dealt with. Hear her messy and beautiful road to freedom in Christ.

Tania and her group of friends were a lot like the popular TV show "Friends." With personalities that mirrored the main characters, they lived a wild, party lifestyle and spent most of their time together. Everything changed when Danny, the 'Joey' of the group, became a Christian.  

Singer songwriter Jordan St. Cyr recounts the moment in a hospital hallway where he felt a helplessness unlike any he'd felt before. Faced with a challenging diagnosis for his daughter, he experienced God in a whole new way. 

As one of the hottest DJs in Chicago, Burt lived for the night life. Even after a devastating car accident, all he wanted was his old life back. But God's grace was relentless...

When Jody lost her oldest grandson to an overdose, she sought solace in a Christ-centered support group for others dealing with loss. She had no idea how God would use her brokenness to help others heal. 

Arlene is a Moody Radio listener who was battling a season of debilitating fear and anxiety. She struggled to find reasons to get out of bed, until the Lord started waking her up every morning around 4 a.m. Hear her story of how unwelcome interruptions turned into faith shaping moments with the Lord.

Brad Hutchcraft met his dream girl in college and was moving toward marriage, until God led him to walk away from the relationship. He describes his three years alone with God as a missionary, how he finally made peace with his singleness, and the surprise reunion that led to marriage.   

Martha's battle with postpartum depression was so severe, she ended up hospitalized for ten days in a hospital psychiatric ward. That's where her faith in God was restored.  If you are looking for help getting connected to a Christian counselor in your area, use this helpful tool from Focus on the Family.