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Fergie Jenkins was an All-Star baseball pitcher and Cy Young winner. His 284 victories are the most by a black pitcher in major league history. Jenkins also became the first Canadian to be inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame in 1991.
In this interview I did with him back in 1976 Fergie shares some of his faith journey, the struggles he went through and the crisis that led him to Jesus. One of the wonderful things about God is that he can meet us in the midst of our pain, and bring peace and the ability to keep going when all seems dark.
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Discover that there is hope in the midst of difficulty and heartache!
Listen in to this classic clip from the ’70s as Paul Willoughby interviews Garry Lefebvre and Ron Estay of the Edmonton Eskimos, as well as Peter Mueller of the Toronto Argonauts. (Ron Estay went on to be inducted into the Canadian Football Hall of Fame).
Hear these men share about life, football, and the difference that Jesus made in their lives! They also share a candid, behind-the-scenes look at Athletes in Action and the impact it had on so many sports professionals. This heartwarming video will encourage you to share your faith as well!
For an in-depth look at my journey with Christian television and to hear more powerful testimonies of transformed lives pick up my book “Don’t Waste Your Pain” today!
Discover that there is hope in the midst of difficulty and heartache.
Back in 1976 I began one of the first late-night Christian call-in TV shows in Canada! One of my first guests was David Mainse, before he started 100 Huntley Street. Less than a year later I would join David as he launched 100 Huntley Street. I share the full story of that journey and our connection with Crossroads in my book Don’t Waste Your Pain.
On the set of Alive Now with David – see the full video below!
Enjoy a throwback to the ’70s, complete with sideburns, hip music and a much younger David Mainse!
For more on my journey with Christian television and to hear powerful testimonies of transformed lives, pick up “Don’t Waste Your Pain” today! Discover that there is hope in the midst of difficulty and heartache.
Are you struggling with depression? Sometimes as men we feel that this is something we can’t talk about. Maybe we think no one will understand us, or people will think we are “weak.”
I encourage you to take a quick listen to my interview with Scott Forbes in the video below, who describes his personal dealings with depression. How can you tell you are depressed? What are the signs and signals that depression may be down the road?
Are you struggling with depression? Call Crossroads toll-free at 1-866-273-4444 for prayer or to connect with a counselor near you.
Are you going through a painful experience? Pick up “Don’t Waste Your Pain” today and discover that there is hope in the midst of difficulty and heartache.
Jerry Howarth was the well-loved radio broadcaster for the Blue Jays from 1982-2017. What many don’t know is that he was also a strong believer and has a deep faith in Jesus.
I had the privilege of meeting with him many times and interviewing him as well. Here is what he has to say about “Don’t Waste Your Pain”
What a great read with so many insights by Paul Willoughby whose own life is so revealing and inspiring at the same time. He overcame pain and suffering and now shares how so many others have too, for all of us to learn from. From Justin Bieber’s mother to all the wonderful scripture quotations, Paul’s book is so meaningful, real and helpful with God as the centrepiece.
Listen to this short clip of Jerry sharing about what his faith in God means and why he would pray before each broadcast.
Do you want to talk to someone about faith? Call Crossroads toll-free line: 1-866-273-4444 for prayer any time of day or night!
For more encouraging stories of hope and healing, check out our newly released “Don’t Waste Your Pain!“
Interviewed by Paul Willoughby, Kim Christink explains how children grieve the loss of a loved one. Kim lost his wife in a car accident. Kim shares how his children dealt with the loss of their mother, as well as ways that we can help children through this process. Kim is the Director of the Bayridge Counseling Center in Burlington Ontario. www.bayridgefamilycenter.com
Tressa Lemky, creator of Beautiful Inside & Out God’s Way, has a passion to see women and girls of all ages, reach their full potential, not just on the outside, but more importantly on the inside, without compromising Godly standards.
Despite being a model, she shares how she struggled with low self-esteem and how God helped her find her true identity.
Nite Lite “Live”: Linda has been a long-time addict who happens to live near a church. She has a daughter and feels she is running in the wrong direction. She has been hurt by men in the past, but Paul tells her about Jesus and his unfailing loyalty and love! During the call, Linda accepts that love into her heart.
Did you grow up without a father? Listen to this testimony…and discover the love of God and the comfort He can give you!
