Overcoming Challenges Episodes

If you are enjoying this podcast, please let me know by sending me a text message. When the roads of life take unexpected turns, it’s the stories of resilience and transformation that often resonate the deepest. That's precisely what we uncover with Pastor Jimmy Schmuda, my spiritual compass from Trinity Assembly Guard in Westchester. Our shared Long Island roots serve as the backdrop to an engaging discussion that traverses from the basketball courts, crowning Michael Jordan as the GOAT, to the...

If you are enjoying this podcast, please let me know by sending me a text message. When life throws a curveball, some duck, others catch it and toss it right back. That's Melanie Brown for you, a beacon of hope who turned her neurological battles into powerful narratives of resilience. Throughout our heartwarming conversation, Melanie opens up about her childhood stroke and the rare brain condition Moyamoya. Her story isn't just about survival; it's a melody of joy found in nature, puzzle-solvin...

If you are enjoying this podcast, please let me know by sending me a text message. Picture being on top of the world, then suddenly, everything crashes down. That's the journey of our guest, Dallas-based singer and newscaster John, who's battled an unstable childhood, addiction, and divorce. Brace yourself for a tale of resilience and redemption, as John takes us through his tumultuous journey. He reveals how his faith and self-determination propelled him back on his feet and gave him a fresh pe...

If you are enjoying this podcast, please let me know by sending me a text message. Have you ever felt inspired by a story of transformation and change? This episode brings you the captivating journey of Scott LaPierre, a former schoolteacher and army officer, to his calling as a teaching pastor at Woodland Christian Church. Drawing from his personal experiences and the lessons learned along the way, Scott introduces us to his "recent book 'Your Finances God's Way'" and how his wife played a pivo...

If you are enjoying this podcast, please let me know by sending me a text message. Have you ever wondered how the power of faith could help you navigate through life's most challenging storms? Our latest episode offers a deeply moving conversation with one such father who has done just that. Meet Clay, father to identical twins with severe autism and intellectual disabilities, who shares his journey on raising his children, the grief process he and his late wife experienced, and how they chose t...

If you are enjoying this podcast, please let me know by sending me a text message. What does it mean to overcome alcohol addiction with the help of faith and a positive mindset? Today, we sit down for a heartfelt conversation with Rose Ann Forte, a successful C-suite executive, ministry leader, working mom of four, and an alcohol-free coach. She shares her personal journey of finding freedom from alcohol addiction and how her faith played a significant role in her journey. Discover her internati...

If you are enjoying this podcast, please let me know by sending me a text message. Erik Allen, raised in a broken home, battled addictions, jailed at 18, bankrupt at 21 only to turn everything around. Gave my life to Jesus at 24 and now 17+ years sober, beautiful wife, two kids, Host of The Erik Allen Show, John Maxwell Certified Coach, help men of faith feel confident in sharing their redemption stories & help entrepreneurs get known and noticed online! Here are some other things Eric endured i...

If you are enjoying this podcast, please let me know by sending me a text message. Bob Lotich is a financial coach married to a butterfly-chasing spender so he gets it. His new book Simple Money, Rich Life is the operating manual he and his wife Linda (a middle-class couple) followed to pay off over $400k of debt and reach a personal goal of giving $1 million by age 40. He currently lives in Franklin, TN with Linda and their three children. In this episode, we discuss, finances, how God miracelo...

If you are enjoying this podcast, please let me know by sending me a text message. In this episode of the Dorsey Ross Show, I speak with Dr. Michael Jacquith, and we talk about different topics, such as Pornography, and control, we talk about how to make changes to the struggles that we have in our lives. We also talk about different types of abuses that we deal with in our lives. We talk about faith, and how Michael stubbornly returned to his faith in Jesus. We also talk about different emotion...

If you are enjoying this podcast, please let me know by sending me a text message. Meet Mark Sowersby. Speaker. Writer. Pastor. In 2019 Pastor Mark went through a time of great healing. He began speaking about the nightmare of abuse and years of suffering he experienced in his childhood. And how condemnation, shame, and guilt were replaced with forgiveness , joy, and life in abundance. Mark Sowersby is author of Forgiving the nightmare where he shares his story, of abuse, neglect, torture,...

If you are enjoying this podcast, please let me know by sending me a text message. R.L. Shawver is a Christ follower, a husband, and father of two. His book "For This Child I Have Prayed" covers how he learned first hand how to wage spiritual war for his infant son, who underwent 6 heart surgeries his first 18 months. He gives a firts hand view of what its like to wrestle with God to see your son healed. Support the Show. Here are several ways to support the show, and allow me to continue to cr...

If you are enjoying this podcast, please let me know by sending me a text message. A mother of two, a breast cancer survivor, an International speaker, an accomplished model, Best selling author, and a Nationally recognized Humanitarian. Christine Handy has seen it all and has overcome all odds. Christine’s motto is: There is always Purpose in Pain, but we have to be willing to share the story. Her life-long passion for writing has finally come full circle with an incredible story to share. This...

If you are enjoying this podcast, please let me know by sending me a text message. You will be inspired by Todd's story, of perseverance, and resilience and how regardless of his disability, God still uses Todd, to share his faith, and story of what God has done in his life. Support the Show. Here are several ways to support the show, and allow me to continue to create great content https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dorseyross https://www.buzzsprout.com/1754677/supporters/new Leave a review https://p...

If you are enjoying this podcast, please let me know by sending me a text message. In this episode, Tanisha Castellanos shares her story, experiences, and faith, and what she has been through, and how she has overcome. Tanisha Castellanos is a woman who gives strength and inspires others through her own unique story. Castellanos is a well-known speaker, published author, accomplished musician, licensed Psychotherapist and Resiliency coach. For over 20 years, she has helped individuals and their ...

If you are enjoying this podcast, please let me know by sending me a text message. Eric Nevins is the founder of the Christian Podcasters Association, and also a diehard podcaster. In this episode, he tells his story of how he went from being in Bible College and Seminary to becoming a full-time Podcaster. He also shares his story of becoming a podcaster, and some of those he has interviewed. If you are a podcaster, or are thinking of becoming one, this episode is for you. Support the Show. H...

If you are enjoying this podcast, please let me know by sending me a text message. In this episode, we talk with Russ Cambria, a friend from the University of Valley Forge. He shares his story, of how he met his wife, how he got started working at Teen Challenge, what exactly Teen Challenge is, and what stories of faith He has seen happen while working at Teen Challenge. Support the Show. Here are several ways to support the show, and allow me to continue to create great content https://www.buy...

If you are enjoying this podcast, please let me know by sending me a text message. In this episode, I talk with Author Rosemarie Downer, about her book that talks about forgiveness and how we as Christians, and people in general need to show forgiveness to one another. Dr. Rosemarie Downer is a dedicated follower of Christ who aspires to having the closest relationship with Christ possible. Her service in the body of Christ primarily involves teaching and preaching. She also spent well over 30 y...

If you are enjoying this podcast, please let me know by sending me a text message. Anthony experienced almost 11 years of cocaine and alcohol abuse. Suicidal thoughts, depression, anxiety, and loss of hope plagued his life with a few overdose scares. He found himself in a situation like most people do. “Why is my life this way?” and “How can I turn my life around?” His family stuck around as long as they could helping him, before they left him alone in his addiction. There was only so much they ...

If you are enjoying this podcast, please let me know by sending me a text message. My name is Amanda Chirelli and I live in Tuckerton NJ with my parents, aunt, grandmother, and 2 pomeranian dogs. I was born with a lifelong disability called Cerebral Palsy. I also have a sister and 2 brothers, two sisters-in-law, and one brother-in-law. I’m also an aunt to adorable nieces and nephews. I’m a strong believer in the Lord Jesus Christ and am a born-again Christian. I'm a very active member of my home...

If you are enjoying this podcast, please let me know by sending me a text message. In this episode I interview Shawn Harper, where we discuss football, his life, and how he went from the Grid Iron to working in the Security Business and how both of these things work together. Shawn Harper is a former NFL offensive lineman who played a total of seven seasons with the Rams, the Oilers, the Colts, and NFL Europe. Since 2004 he has owned and operates American Services and Protection, a multi-million...

If you are enjoying this podcast, please let me know by sending me a text message. Are you a Ministry Misfit? If you are in ministry, and haven't always felt like you have been accepted into ministry, or felt like you have been left outside, and not loved by others, this show is for you. Today we talk with Andrew Fouts, where we discuss his story of being a ministry misfit, and how he didn't fit into the mold of what ministry looked like for him. Andrew Fouts " Didn't really fit into any specif...

If you are enjoying this podcast, please let me know by sending me a text message. In this week's episode, I interview Lathan Craft the author of the book The Leper in the Church. Where we discuss how to reach the modern-day lepers of the world today, especially those who have mental health issues, and how the church can better minister to them. We even discuss what is mental health illness, and what that looks like, not only for the person but also for those wanting to minister to those with ...

If you are enjoying this podcast, please let me know by sending me a text message. Helio Vegas shares his story, of life, and his walk with God, and what He is doing now, in his life. Listen to his story of overcoming and his testimony of faith in God. Support the Show. Here are several ways to support the show, and allow me to continue to create great content https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dorseyross https://www.buzzsprout.com/1754677/supporters/new Leave a review https://podcasts.apple.com/us/p...

If you are enjoying this podcast, please let me know by sending me a text message. My interview with Sonia Frontera, where she talks about her marriage and how it failed, and how he helps couples through a divorce with amicable solutions. She is also an empowerment trainer and best-selling author. She discusses what to deal with when going through a divorce, and how to come out of it better. Support the Show. Here are several ways to support the show, and allow me to continue to create great ...