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Walker Hayes on how Oakleigh's death changed his perspective | Ep. 061

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What happens when someone reaches the absolute end of themselves and God intervenes at the exact right moment? In this powerful episode of When You Look, Mick sits down with Eric Stephens to unpack a story of addiction, rejection, suicidal thoughts, spiritual warfare, and radical transformation through Jesus Christ. After years of chasing the “bad guy” lifestyle—alcohol, drugs, lust, violence, and self-destruction—Eric found himself sitting with a loaded gun to his head, convinced his life was beyond repair. Then the phone rang. What followed changed everything. Eric shares: • The painful words that shaped his identity • Why becoming the “villain” nearly destroyed him • The terrifying moment he planned to take his own life • How God used one phone call to interrupt his life • Why salvation didn’t instantly end his struggles • The years battle to break addiction and destructive habits • The freedom he found through surrendering fully to Christ • How God led him into mini…

What do you do when the love of your life takes his last breath… and your whole world changes overnight? Michelle Bader Ebersole became a widow in the early morning hours after walking her husband through a 17-year battle with rare cancer. But her story didn’t end in that room. In the middle of unimaginable grief, Michelle experienced a supernatural peace, powerful encounters with God, and a calling that would change not only her life — but the lives of thousands of widows around the world. In this deeply moving episode, Michelle shares: - What it was like being widowed with three children at home - The moment she sensed God’s presence as her husband passed - The grief journey no one prepares you for - How faith carried her through crushing loss - The vision that gave her purpose after tragedy - Why she now leads a global ministry helping widows find hope This is a story about loss, faith, purpose, and beauty rising from ashes. If you’re walking through grief, supporting someone w…

In this powerful and deeply emotional conversation, country music artist Walker Hayes shares the darkest night of his life—the night he buried his daughter… and nearly destroyed everything. After years of addiction, pain, and searching for meaning, Walker found himself at a breaking point. Grief, anger, and hopelessness collided in a moment that could have changed the course of his life forever. What happened next is incredible. This episode explores: • The reality of grief after losing a child • Addiction, sobriety, and the temptation to relapse • The moment that stopped him from going too far • The unexpected role of faith, friendship, and redemption • How one night can change everything Walker opens up about his journey from functional alcoholism to sobriety, the impact of losing his daughter Oakleigh, and how a single decision became a turning point in his life. If you’ve ever wrestled with pain, loss, addiction, or questions about God—this conversation is for you. …

What happens when you finally get everything you thought you wanted and it still leaves you empty? In this powerful episode of When You Look, author Tindell Baldwin shares her raw and unfiltered story of chasing popularity, partying, relationships, and approval—only to find herself battling addiction, depression, and suicidal thoughts by the end of high school. From the outside, it looked like she had it all. On the inside, she was falling apart. This is a story about the illusion of popularity, the hidden cost of chasing the wrong things, and the moment everything changed. If you’ve ever felt the pressure to fit in, to be accepted, or to build your identity around what others think—this conversation will hit home. 👉 In this episode, you’ll hear: - What “having it all” actually felt like behind the scenes - How addiction and emptiness took hold during high school - The turning point that changed everything - What true identity and purpose really look like - Why chasing popularit…

What would you do in your daughter’s final moments? After years of battling a mysterious illness that was later diagnosed as Lyme disease, Jody Hudson found herself standing beside her 22-year-old daughter’s bed faced with a challenging direction. In this deeply emotional and faith-filled conversation, Jody shares the moment she felt prompted to do something no parent ever wants to do—give her daughter permission to let go. What happened next changed her faith forever and revealed a perspective on grief, God, and purpose that will stay with you long after this episode ends. But this story doesn’t begin there. From a childhood marked by instability, to divorce and financial collapse, to a decade-long fight to save her daughter from Lyme disease —Jody’s journey is one of pain, resilience, and ultimately, purpose. You’ll also hear: • The real impact of Lyme disease and why it’s often misdiagnosed • The emotional toll of watching a child suffer—and not being able to fix it • A powerf…

What started as a routine family road trip in the middle of the night turned into a moment this family would never forget. At 4AM on a dark, empty highway, Roger’s family ran out of gas with no stations open and no help in sight. Stranded on the side of the road in the middle of nowhere, his mother prayed a simple prayer asking God to see them and help them. Seconds later, the CB radio crackled to life. A truck driver was right behind them — hauling 9,000 gallons of gasoline. In this powerful Christian testimony, Roger shares how this childhood moment became a lifelong faith anchor, shaping how he trusts God through uncertainty, job loss, and life’s unexpected turns. This story is a reminder that prayer is never wasted, God sees us in our need, and His provision often comes in ways we could never imagine. If you’ve ever wondered whether God still answers prayers or shows up in everyday life, this story will encourage your faith. 👉 Watch to the end to hear how this miracle impacted Rog…

What happens when an MIT-trained atheist sets out to disprove God using science… and the math refuses to cooperate? In this powerful episode of When You Look, Mick sits down with former MIT student, attorney, and author Douglas Ell, who spent years believing that science had all the answers—and that belief in God was intellectually weak. But everything changed when he started asking deeper questions. After a moment in church stirred something unexpected, Doug began a personal investigation into cosmology, molecular biology, and physics. What he discovered challenged everything he thought he knew. From the complexity of DNA and digital code in human cells… to the fine-tuning of the universe… to a shocking calculation by a Yale physicist showing the odds of life forming by chance are essentially zero… Doug’s journey raises one unavoidable question: Is belief in God actually the most rational conclusion? In this episode, you’ll discover: • Why an MIT atheist began questioning everythin…

What started as four ordinary conversations turned into something far greater! A failing business. A desperate prayer for a job. A meeting at church. A conversation at a birthday party. Individually, they seemed to mean nothing. Together… they changed everything for Ryan! In this episode of When You Look, you’ll hear how four completely separate moments connected in a way that feels impossible—from a job offer that came out of nowhere, to a man struggling to rebuild his life who found purpose, provision, and a second chance. This is a real story about faith, timing, second chances, and the power of connection—and how one small conversation can change the trajectory of someone’s life forever. 👉 Watch until the end and decide for yourself: was this all random… or was God in it? #whenyoulookpodcast #miracle When You Look Links Be a Guest https://www.whenyoulook.com/beaguest Website https://www.whenyoulook.com/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/whenyoulookshow/ Facebook https:…

What happens when spiritual disciplines move from theory to daily practice? In this powerful episode, Kathleen Johnson shares how the power of spiritual disciplines transformed her life from fear, anxiety, and chronic pain into peace, strength, and deep faith. After walking through heartbreak, health challenges, and emotional struggles, Kathleen discovered that practices like scripture meditation, prayer, fasting, and surrender weren’t religious routines — they were pathways to spiritual renewal. As she began strengthening her spirit instead of relying on willpower alone, everything started to change: her mindset, her emotions, her home life, and even her physical health. In this conversation, you’ll hear: ✨ How spiritual disciplines helped her overcome fear and anxiety ✨ The connection between surrender and inner peace ✨ Why fasting and prayer brought unexpected breakthrough ✨ How strengthening the spirit leads to real life transformation ✨ Practical ways you can begin applying spiri…

What happens when you know God is telling you not to do something… and you do it anyway? In this powerful and honest conversation, licensed counselor, veteran, and author Healey Ikerd shares the story of a career decision she made out of fear instead of faith — even after sensing a clear warning from God. What followed was a season of stress, frustration, and one of the most difficult work environments she had ever experienced. But this isn’t just a story about disobedience — it’s a story about grace, redemption, and God’s faithfulness even when we get it wrong. Healey opens up about: • Hearing God’s guidance but choosing the perception of security instead • The miserable job that confirmed she should have listened • Letting go in faith without a safety net • The unexpected opportunity God provided just weeks later • Learning to trust God with finances, career, dating, and marriage • Why God can still use our mistakes for good If you’ve ever struggled to trust God with a big dec…

What happens when you have success, money, and everything the world says should make you happy — but you feel completely empty inside? In this powerful Christian testimony, Ralph shares how he built a life filled with wealth, career success, and financial security, yet found himself separated from his wife, disconnected from his family, and generally empty. On the outside, he looked like he had won. On the inside, he was falling apart. Just as his marriage was ending and divorce was days away, everything changed. Through brokenness, humility, and a desperate turning back to God, Ralph experienced a marriage restoration miracle, a faith revival, and a complete shift in how he viewed money, success, and purpose. This is a raw story about: • Feeling empty despite financial success • Hitting emotional and spiritual rock bottom • Marriage separation and reconciliation • How God uses brokenness to rebuild lives • Trusting God instead of money • Finding purpose beyond wealth and status…

She had a plan to end her life. God had a plan to call her His daughter. In this powerful and deeply honest testimony, Jordan Bailey shares how years of depression, addiction, shame, and self-hatred led her to a moment where she no longer wanted to live. After a suicide attempt, multiple arrests, and time in jail, she believed the lie that she was disposable and beyond hope. But in the darkest places — including a jail cell — she encountered a God who didn’t see her as a failure… but as His beloved daughter. This episode is a raw conversation about: • Struggling with suicidal thoughts and depression • Alcohol addiction and hitting rock bottom • Feeling unworthy, unwanted, and beyond redemption • How hearing God’s voice changed her identity • Finding purpose in the middle of consequences • Experiencing God’s love in the most unexpected places Jordan’s story is proof that no one is too far gone, no mistake is final, and no life is without purpose. If you’ve ever felt hopeless,…

She was channeling spirits. Deep in the New Age. Practicing yoga. Searching for God in all the wrong places. Then one day, a voice asked her a single question: "What if everything you thought about God was completely wrong?" In this powerful episode of When You Look, Dr. Laurette Willis shares her true story of growing up in trauma, spending 22 years in the New Age, becoming a psychic channel, battling addiction, and ultimately encountering Jesus Christ in a way that changed everything. What happened next wasn’t gradual. It wasn’t self-help. It wasn’t behavior modification. It was surrender. You’ll hear: • How deception can look spiritual • What it felt like to hear that question • How she was instantly delivered from alcoholism • How her entire life direction shifted in one moment • And what happened just days after she surrendered to God This is a story about spiritual warfare, truth, redemption, and the relentless mercy of God. If you’ve ever questioned what’s real… If y…

What if God warned you before you destroyed everything? In this powerful episode of When You Look, Blake shares the raw, unfiltered story of how he was one weekend away from walking into an affair that could have ended his marriage—when his mother called with a terrifying prophetic dream. In the dream, Blake was alone in a desert… and then a lion came and consumed him. That phone call changed everything. Blake opens up about growing up in church, drifting from God in college, emotional connection outside his marriage, and the moment he finally cried out to God for help. What followed was a divine interruption that led to confession, repentance, and ultimately restoration. This is a story about: • God’s mercy in the middle of our mess • How temptation grows when needs go unmet • The danger of emotional affairs • The power of prophetic warning • Fighting for your marriage before it’s too late • And how God can restore what looks destroyed 👉 If you’ve ever felt on the edge of a deci…

Our son Luke died one week before his due date—and in that hospital hallway, everything changed. In the deepest moment of grief, on my knees and completely broken, I cried out to God… and met Jesus for the first time. This is the raw, unfiltered story of how the death of our baby led to salvation, healing, and a restored life in Christ. From rebellion and self-reliance to surrender and redemption, you’ll hear how God used unimaginable loss to draw us into relationship with Him—and how He later redeemed that pain with new life, living children, and lasting hope. I share how grief became the doorway to faith, how God met us in our darkest night, and how His grace continues to rewrite our family story. If you’ve ever asked “Where is God in my pain?” or “How could God allow this?”—this testimony is for you. This episode is about: • Losing a child and finding Christ • Grief, surrender, and spiritual awakening • God’s redemption after tragedy • The power of crying out to God in desperat…

From devastating heartbreak and deep loss… to long waiting… and finally to powerful restoration—this is a story only God could write. In this unforgettable episode of When You Look, Mick sits down with Cathy Colver Garland, a woman whose life journey includes divorce, betrayal, miscarriage, years of waiting, and ultimately the redemptive faithfulness of God. Cathy opens up about discovering her husband’s addiction on their honeymoon, losing a child, waiting over a decade for God’s promise, and how God met her in the deepest places of pain with supernatural comfort, vision, and hope. This is not a polished highlight reel. It’s the real road—through suffering, disappointment, unanswered prayers, and the moments where God seemed silent… until He wasn’t. If you’ve ever wondered: • Is God still working when nothing is changing? • What do you do when waiting hurts? • Can God truly restore what was broken? …this conversation is for you. Cathy’s testimony will strengthen your faith, stir your…

What happens when 23 Americans are stranded in Africa during a military coup—with borders closed, airports shut down, and no clear way home? In this powerful true story, Michael Thaler shares how a 10-day mission trip to Niger, Africa unexpectedly turned into a 17-day extended stay when a coup transpired the night before they were to leave. With teenagers on the team, no flights, and every door seemingly closed, hope was fading. But when Michael chose to give God his very best and refuse to give up, everything changed. From being turned away by nearly 50 soldiers at the airport… to one unexpected “yes” that opened the impossible… this is a story of faith under pressure, divine timing, and God making a way when there was no way. If you’ve ever wondered: • Does God really intervene in crisis? • What does faith look like when there's no clear way forward? • How far does obedience really go? This episode will encourage you, challenge you, and remind you that the unknown is where God of…

What happens when God gives clear direction… and you ignore it? In this raw and unfiltered episode of When You Look, Stephanie Jordan shares her extraordinary testimony of hearing God’s voice, choosing a different path, and walking through years of chaos, abuse, addiction, marriage, widowhood, and ultimately deep healing. From ignoring God’s warning before marriage, to raising five children, to experiencing prophetic moments that stunned even her closest friends, Stephanie opens up about the cost of disobedience—and the relentless mercy of God who redeems anyway. This episode challenges shallow Christian clichés and confronts toxic positivity head-on. Stephanie explains why confusion doesn’t mean God isn’t present, how obedience doesn’t always feel safe, and why God often speaks in ways that directly oppose our flesh. If you’ve ever wondered: How do you know when God is speaking? What happens when you don’t listen? Can God still redeem the choices you regret? Is confusion part of …

In this powerful When You Look episode, Katelyn Boston shares the true story of a devastating car crash that should have ended her life. Struck by a vehicle fleeing police, her car spun violently—yet in the middle of the chaos, she experienced something remarkable—she spoke with an angel. As her car spun, Katelyn describes feeling wings wrap around her, hearing a calm voice tell her to “just let go,” and being held in supernatural peace while everything around her fell apart. What followed wasn’t just physical survival—but deep emotional and spiritual healing, including freedom from years of depression and grief. This is a story of: • A near-fatal car accident • A divine encounter in the middle of trauma • Angelic protection • Healing from depression and loss • God’s presence If you’ve ever wondered whether God sees you in your darkest moment—this testimony will remind you that you are not alone. 👉 Watch to the end to hear how this encounter changed her faith, her family, and her…