In this conversation Judy Springer tells how she has lived with mental illness and continues to live with the aftermath of suicide. After a lifetime of the unrelenting pain of mental illness, Judy’s beloved husband, Scott, took his own life. Judy shares their story as a way to redeem some of the pain of Scott’s struggle to find healing and death.

The third leading cause of death in 15 to 24 year olds is suicide and depression. This interview is an honest conversation with two professionals who have helped teens and families through these struggles. Parents and teens alike will benefit from strategies to help teens find hope in the darkness of depression. 

In this interview, Danielle demonstrates that depression in young adults is often rooted in childhood. It’s easy to hide depression and to slowly withdraw rather than fight the dark feelings of sadness, loneliness, and worthlessness. Danielle offers help and hope as she describes the steps she took to find her way back to a life of purpose.

Do these words haunt you: "Mom, Dad, I don't want your rules and morals. I don't want to act like a Christian anymore! And I'm not going to," Barbara Juliani (then Barbara Miller) made this declaration at the age 18. As her father desperately attempted to reason with her, Barbara grew more resentful, choosing a path of immorality that only deepened her parents' pain.

Such a declaration from a child, no matter their age, creates havoc and soul-searching in the hearts of their parents, who often ask, “What did I do wrong?”

If you’re a parent, it’s likely you have had more than one sleepless night reviewing the mistakes and perceived failures of that day. We resign ourselves to carry the emotions of fear, guilt, shame, and regret for the rest of our lives. But do we have to just let these emotions… read more

In this conversation with Sharon Betters, Miho Kahn and her husband share the story of Miho’s journey into a world of drugs, violence and abuse. Miho transparently shares her journey and how she found peace and direction in a personal relationship to Jesus.

Gary Episcopo joins us on the Help & Hope podcast to share how God used his love for motorcycles and the brotherhood and comradery of motorcycle clubs to lead him into a life of demonstrating the love of Jesus to the one percenters or outlaw gangs. Growing up and even into adulthood, Gary struggled with many of the same temptations of these men and women and his understanding of the deep mercy… learn more.

Sharon Betters interviews GRAMMY winner Laura Story who shares details of how her life took an unexpected turn when her husband, Martin, was diagnosed with a brain tumor. The fairytale life she had dreamed of was no longer possible, yet Laura found a "better broken' with Jesus. Laura's story will remind listeners while your situation might never change or get better, with Jesus YOU can. 

Thousands of families quietly and lovingly care for children with special needs. Though the days are often long and hard, many find joy in their calling and would not trade their calling for anything. Kara Dedert and her family reflect this joy in the ordinary and extraordinary moments of caring for their son and brother, Calvin. In her introduction to her blog, Kara writes, “You’ll find me writing about the good, gritty, gracy parts of faith, family and home. I’m married to Darryl and we have five kids. One of our sons has severe disabilities from Zika. It’s broken our hearts and also filled us with hope – I write about that, too.

What happens when you've lost everything and have nowhere left to turn?

After years of alcoholism, heroin addiction, failed treatment, and living in motel rooms, Steven reached the end of himself. One desperate prayer became the turning point that led him to discover the life-changing hope of the Gospel.

In this episode of MARKINC Help & Hope Addiction Stories, Steven shares how Christ rescued him from addiction, transformed his heart through His Word, and led him into ministry serving others seeking freedom from addiction.

Whether you're struggling personally, walking alongside someone who is, or looking to equip your church to respond biblically, Steven's story is a powerful reminder that Jesus Christ is still changing lives.

This story is part of the MARKINC Help & Hope – Addiction Docustories series from MARKINC Ministries, highlighting hope, healing, and recovery through Jesus Christ.

Join us at the MARKINC Ministries Help & Hope Conference on Substance Abuse

February 25–26, 2027

Good Shepherd Chapel, Lancaster Bible College, Lancaster, PA

In this inspiring podcast former baseball star, Dave Dravecky and Dr. Chuck F. Betters talk about how cancer destroyed Dave’s successful baseball career and Dave’s struggle to deal with not only the loss of his career but understanding his true identity.

In this transparent interview,  Jim and Karen share the highs and the lows of their international adoption journey, from how they began their adoption adventure, to the challenge of finding the new normal for their family. Listeners will get a glimpse into the reality of adoption and how it draws you closer to Jesus. 

How does someone go from believing they're too broken for God to finding complete freedom in Christ?

Ben spent years trapped by childhood trauma, addiction, pornography, alcohol, opioids, and shame. After surviving an overdose, he finally cried out for help. Through God's Word and the transforming power of the Gospel, Ben discovered that Jesus wasn't finished with his story.

In this episode of MARKINC Help & Hope Addiction Stories, Ben shares his journey from bondage to redemption and offers a biblical perspective on addiction, the role of the local church, and the hope found only in Jesus Christ.

Join us at the MARKINC Ministries Help & Hope Conference on Substance Abuse

February 25–26, 2027

Good Shepherd Chapel, Lancaster Bible College, Lancaster, PA

For over twenty plus years Sue and her husband have parented three sons, one of whom was born with Down Syndrome and a brain injury. Joseph will never care for himself in any way. He is totally dependent on his parents for his well being.  In this conversation, you will hear the story of a mother who is filled with the hope and leans into her Lord for wisdom and strength.

In this conversation with Sharon Betters, Simonetta Carr shares the story of her beloved son, Jonathan, and her experience of caring for him as he struggled with schizophrenia. Simonetta doesn’t sugarcoat the enormous challenges and emotions that were non-stop. She talks about how she fervently prayed for Jonathan, the fears she had to confront, and how the church came alongside Jonathan and her in this battle. You may not have a loved one with schizophrenia but Simonetta and Jonathan’s story will give you insight into the enormous battle facing families with such a diagnosis.

James spent years trapped in addiction, searching for peace through pills, alcohol, and heroin before finally reaching a breaking point that changed everything. In this powerful testimony, he shares how God met him in jail, transformed his life through recovery, and gave him a new purpose helping others find freedom in Christ.

This story is part of the MARKINC Help & Hope – Addiction Docustories series from MARKINC Ministries, highlighting hope, healing, and recovery through Jesus Christ.

Join us at the MARKINC Ministries Help & Hope Conference on Substance Abuse

February 25–26, 2027

Good Shepherd Chapel, Lancaster Bible College, Lancaster, PA

After serving in Iraq as a U.S. Marine, Rob returned home carrying wounds that no one could see. What followed was years of alcoholism, addiction, reckless living, loss, and hopelessness. But when everything he built his life upon came crashing down, he discovered that true hope could only be found in Jesus Christ.

In this episode of the MARKINC Help & Hope Addiction Stories series, Rob shares how God met him in his darkest moments and began transforming his life through faith, forgiveness, Christian community, and the gospel.

Join us at the MARKINC Ministries Help & Hope Conference on Substance Abuse

February 25–26, 2027

Good Shepherd Chapel, Lancaster Bible College, Lancaster, PA

Help! I’ve Been Diagnosed with a Mental Illness! The words, “You have a mental illness” bring fear, uncertainty, sometimes shame, loneliness, and even hopelessness. Christine Chappell heard those words as a young woman. They helped her understand many of her struggles with depression and self-harming behavior but also took her into a foreign land where she had no road map. Christine talks to Sharon Betters about how her journey began as a young adult until she knew if she didn’t get help, she might take her own life. While her diagnosis helped make sense of her disturbing emotions, it also confronted her with

How do you face each day after a diagnosis of ALS or Lou Gherig’s disease, knowing you will not survive longer than eighteen months – two years? Pastor Dale Meader joins Sharon and Chuck Betters to answer this question and more as he describes how each day reminds him he cannot beat this read more…

Mike shares how Christ rescued him from heroin addiction, prison, and hopelessness, leading him into a life of ministry, discipleship, and service. In this episode of the MARKINC Help & Hope Addiction Stories series, Mike reflects on addiction, idolatry, redemption, and why he believes true freedom is found in Jesus Christ alone.

Join us at the MARKINC Ministries Help & Hope Conference on Substance Abuse

February 25–26, 2027

Good Shepherd Chapel, Lancaster Bible College, Lancaster, PA