What happens when a young man with a bright future finds himself trapped in a silent addiction—one so common, yet so hidden, even in the church? In this deeply personal interview, Pastor Enrique Machuca opens up about a secret battle that nearly derailed his God-given mission. Enrique shares the practical steps he took to overcome his addiction.
Matthias Barry unpacks his dramatic story—from growing up in the Caribbean church without real faith, through gang initiation, violent crime, and prison, to a life-changing encounter with Steps to Christ behind bars.
When Danella Taylor was asked why God allows innocent children to suffer, the question unraveled her faith. But through deep searching and Bible study, she found answers in the Bible that not only restored her belief but transformed how she sees God’s justice, love, and purpose.
Joe Stagg describes himself as “a stubborn fisherman” from the northeast coast of Newfoundland. Joe feels certain his wife has grown a pair of wings; he says, “She has to be an angel to have loved me so unconditionally for more than 40 years.”
Though he willfully resisted God time and time again, Joe’s powerful story of redemption and grace shows how God patiently pursued him.
As people living in the human condition of being born with a sinful nature, we are prone to make sinful mistakes and decisions, which often lead to guilt and shame. How do we rise up after failure and find our dignity and strength again. Coming to an understanding of the difference between guilt and shame can help us in the healing journey.
Sven Tornlov, along with other financial experts, Denis Williams and Anna Flores, share with us enduring wisdom on making major purchases.
Dr. Darlene Blaney, a PhD in nutrition, lays out some simple guidelines to help us understand and achieve the simplicity of God’s ultimate diet plan.
Perhaps you’ve voiced the complaint: “I just don’t feel heard!?” We all crave the connection that comes from at least one person giving us a listening ear. This kind of deep listening—healthy listening—is a skill. What are the things required to be a good listener? How do we listen in a way that enhances connection with the people we love? What listening habits have we fallen into that are destroying that connection? The way we listen to those we love can profoundly determine the level of connection we enjoy with them.
In sharing her journey, Dr. Janie Unruh invites others into a dialogue where health transcends our mere physical well-being, becoming a testament to faith and divine obedience.
Sven Tornlov, along with other financial experts, share with us timeless wisdom on saving for the future—investing—and how the Bible gives us direction when it comes to our financial planning.
Some losses in life are self-inflicted. And some losses come at us unexpectedly. What do we do when we are faced with the loss of a loved one, when life is totally out of our control? What do we need to know about God at times like these? Why does He choose to not answer prayers sometimes? How do we handle the loss of a child when we stand helplessly by? What does God want us to know about Him at times like these?
Pastor Emile Maxi, a Certified Grief Recovery Specialist, who after experiencing a tragic past of loss and traumatic abuse, discovered the blessings that you too may experience in the midst of your sorrows—how you too can come to a place of healing for your heart and mind on your own journey through the process of grief recovery.
Living with loss is one of the hardest things a person can go through, whether it’s the death of a loved one, a personal injury, the loss of health, property, friends, finances, that job you were depending on, that betrayal by that friend or lover, or even divorce. However, it is possible to find a way forward while honoring what (or who) you’ve lost. Pr. Mike shares some insights that may help you in your journey of living with loss.
Learn practical ways to understand how to manage perpetual problems in your marriage, or other significant relationships, and overcome the destructive effects of gridlock.
A large percentage of Dr. Darlene Blaney’s clients, struggle with digestive disorders. This is critical because our digestion influences everything from nutrient absorption to immune function; some scientists even refer to the digestive tract as the “second brain” due to the strong brain-gut connection. Having a healthy digestive system is crucial in obtaining optimal health physically, mentally, emotionally, and even spiritually.
Most Canadians don’t see a time in their lives when they will be able to live without debt. Car payments, credit card payments, student loans, the list goes on and on… Is it possible to really live and not be in debt? Sven Tornlov believes that it is not only possible, but that we are not really living until we are out of debt.
One word distinguished the masters from the disasters, and that word is gentle. Today on IIWC we want to focus on how when you begin all your conversations with a gentle start up, you too can be a master in your marriage.
Ron Blaney and Dr. Darlene Blaney have been involved in the health ministry for almost 30 years.
Together they own and operate a health food store and nutrition practice in the town of Eckville, Alberta. Married for 35 years, they are blessed with 4 adult sons, 2 daughters-in-law, and 2 grandsons.
Life is busy, with its ups and downs. However, in 2017 their life took a sudden change.
The world is full of stories of people who have been badly hurt by the words and actions of others. Traumatic stress has taken its toll on far too many people.
What role does forgiveness play in the healing we are looking for? What is forgiveness?
Dr. Sereivudh Ly miraculously survived the Cambodian killing fields while he was in his early teens.
Working in brutal labour camps deep in the Cambodian jungle, young Serivudh’s life was unexplainably spared time and again, yet once he was set free, he did not want to live.
He was filled with anger, bitterness, and hatred; suffering from PTSD, he needed help.
