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Journey Through Betrayal: Faith Tested in the Prison of Family Disfunction
For many, forgiveness may feel invalidating, a minimizing of our pain. Have you been hurt by someone? Do you struggle to forgive?
God does not ignore our pain nor minimize our experiences. Forgiveness through Him is more than just letting go. Listen today and learn how God sees forgiveness and explore the powerful work only God can do in the lives of everyone involved in a painful experience!
(22) Journey Through Betrayal
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Episode 14
June 20, 2024
Featuring Coley Gates
999 Years in Prison: The Incredible True Story of Coley Gates
In this heartfelt episode of ‘From Surviving to Living,’ Coley Gates shares his incredible story. Once sentenced to 999 years in prison, Coley talks about his rough upbringing, and life of crime. Discover how his faith in God transformed his life behind bars, leading to an unexpected release supported even by the victim’s family.
Coley’s journey from despair to hope is a testament to the power of God, forgiveness, and never giving up. Be inspired by his resilience and learn valuable life lessons as Coley opens up about his past, his faith, and his future!
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The Problem of Pride: Dan’s Story of Renewal
This episode tells the story of an individual who struggled with addiction and reached a turning point by seeking treatment at Fairview Recovery. He shares his transformative journey of surrendering to Christ, overcoming depression through self-education and focusing...
Spotlight Series Trailer
The From Surviving to Living Spotlight podcast is a dynamic show where guests from various backgrounds discuss personal triumphs over adversity, emphasizing the role of faith, resilience, and personal development. The podcast aims to provide listeners with personal...
(14) SURPRISED BY JOY: A Miraculous Journey from Doubt to Experiencing God
Discover extra content in the blog post Surprised by Joy!! << List of Episodes >> This is the episode you've been waiting for - and you won't be disappointed! It was October 2015 and my life was about to take a dramatic turn. Soon my life would be filled with...
(13) WHERE’S MY SON? An Astonishing Look At Foster Care
Discover extra content in the blog post Where's My Son? << List of Episodes >> Are you curious about the Holy Spirit's power? Do you desire a deeper connection with spiritual strength in the midst of life's challenges? Join me on a transformative journey as I...
(12) LAST CALL: Abuse, Alienation, and Spiritual Growth
Discover extra content in the blog post Last Call!! << List of Episodes >> It was spring 2014 and I found myself trying to adjust to a new normal, again. My youngest son had been put in foster care the previous fall, taken from my husband due to neglect and...
(11) UNINTENDED IDLE – AGENCY & DEHUMANIZATION
Read the blog post for more content - Unintended Idle, Agency and Dehumanization!! << List of Episodes >> In November 2013, my world was shattered when I received the gut-wrenching news that my youngest son, Tim, had been rushed to the hospital for emergency...
(10) SEX OFFENDER (S0) TREATMENT: Personal Growth and Transformation
Discover extra content in the blog post Sex Offender (SO) Treatment!! << List of Episodes >> During my prison experience in 2012, I initially resisted a sex offender treatment program, feeling misunderstood and defensive. Embracing change, I pursued a new job...
(09) NO PIE & 6 MONTHS NO SHOWER: Depression & Prison Parenting
Are you parenting in a difficult situation? Join me on my journey through prison as I learn being mom despite distance and incarceration.
(08) RING TOSS & DOPPELGANGERS
Discover extra content in the blog post - Ring Toss & Doppelgangers! << List of Episodes >> In November 2011 I was finishing my first year in prison. I had recently been on suicide watch in the prison's segregation unit after my husband left the state with...
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"From Surviving to Living" is a both a serialized audiobook as well as a hybrid podcast, splitting out of its standard format monthly to interview guest in a studio setting. The serialized format uses the blog at www.hollybot.me for episode content, chronicling Holly...
(07) GENERAL ASSEMBLY (Burning Rubber)
Discover extra content in the blog post - GENERAL ASSEMBLY! << List of Episodes >> Do you desire success, respect, love? Do you feel unconditionally respected and loved?Eight months into my prison sentence I faced uncertainty. While I waited for employment I...
(0) VIDEO PREVIEW
Welcome everyone! I'm Holly Bot and This is From Surviving to Living, the podcast where raw stories of transformation are told. This is not just a podcast; it's the power of change! God is interested in you! My story is not fiction. I am a woman, a felon, a sex...
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