“Though I walk in the midst of trouble, you preserve my life" ~Psalm 138:7a

What is your 180 degree turnaround story? Read James':

Last year in August I went from being an amazing athlete who was self centered, thinking my life was perfect just the way it was, to an injured athlete. My life threw the biggest curve ball my way. That, along with other stuff, caused me to go into a severe depression, and I was on the brink of suicide. But one of my friends helped me out. They said in a time like this you really need to just let God take control of your life, and you will feel so much better about stuff. My friend got me hooked onto Air1, and in my time of need you guys showed me the light. I think it is safe to say I owe you my life.

Thank you so much for all your support! This is a story from a co-worker here at Air1 about a faithful giver:

During the last hour of one of our pledge drives on New Year's Eve, a woman called in to pledge. Her husband had just left her, and she was forced to bring up her child alone. She delivered pizzas for a living, and Air1 was the only thing keeping her from going off the edge. Each day she was on the verge of losing hope, and each day for eight hours as she drove around delivering pizzas, Air1 would remind her of the hope that she has in God.

"I want to give more, but I simply can't. Maybe in the future things will turn around, but I couldn't continue listening without supporting. You have done so much for me..."

You don’t have to be married, you don’t have to have gone to college, you don’t have to have everything together, you just have to have faith. Faith that whatever you give will be used in ways you could ever imagine.

Like the song "Missing Pages" by Seventh Day Slumber? I had a whole new look on the song after this story:

I won an Air1 contest to see Seventh Day Slumber. I asked so many people to go with me and finally my buddy that I mentored Damus came. He loved the concert and it was normal. Till they played "Missing Pages." He started crying. Later Seventh Day Slumber asked the crowd, “have you ever thought about taking your life?” Damus raised his hand. Then the lead singer told his testimony. He called everyone who needed Jesus's touch. That moment Damus chose to trust Jesus and not kill himself. He told me what happened and why. We prayed. HE IS STILL ALIVE. He would of killed himself Tuesday. Thank you and Thank God for seeing what we could not see. Thank you also SEVENTH DAY SLUMBER.
Listen to part of "Missing Pages" by Seventh Day Slumber

So often we try to be independent, going our walks of faith on our own. But sometimes we can use the extra help of those around us to help us get to where Jesus can best work in our lives.

In Mark 2:1-12 Jesus heals a paralytic man. Here’s the catch though. The paralytic man had to be carried by his four friends to get to where Jesus was. He had to rely on his friends to bring him to Jesus.

Just like the four men had to work together to bring their paralytic friend to Jesus, you and I have to work together to bring others to Christ. So, how can we work together to spread the news of the Lord?

It’s so easy to get caught in the trap of being ashamed of what we believe in. But the guys from Newsboys have it right in their song “I’m Not Ashamed.” They’re not afraid to talk about Jesus and shine his light.

“I'm not ashamed to let you know
I want this light in me to show
I'm not ashamed to speak the name of Jesus Christ”

So, what keeps you from stepping out, unashamed of your faith?

Mike Donehey from Tenth Avenue North explains the meaning behind "Healing Begins." Check out how the song "Healing Begins" by Tenth Avenue North has impacted Kevin's life:

Kevin's been married for 13 yrs now and has 2 daughters he loves more than anything. Now, going through the usual peaks and valleys that marriage can bring, Kevin's been feeling the pressure and stress that working 3 jobs, mounting bills, and time spent away from family can bring. Kevin was ready to leave his wife and was tempted to "burn his marital vows" with other women. Kevin's friend and his brother kept telling Kevin, "God's waiting for you". Kevin hit rock bottom with the potential in losing his home and family. Kevin finally prayed for God's peace and forgiveness. God answered Kevin one day when he couldn't wait to get back to his wife and daughters. God opened Kevin's eyes to what's really important in life besides working and avoiding his family. Kevin goes to church every Sunday and listens to God's message and raises his family in the Christian manner. Tenth Avenue North's "Healing Begins" literally exploded in Kevin's head the 1st day he listened to Air1. Kevin now carries a new love for his job, being a vessel of God's mercy and love as a firefighter, helping those who need hope and care.

What does it mean to be a good Samaritan? In Luke 10, Jesus gives us an excellent example. Think about how the man who needed help, was helped by another man who put him on his donkey, and got him to a safe place. Can you be a good Samaritan and get someone back on track by helping Air1? Give us a call at 1-888-YES-AIR1 and we would love to help you to be a good Samaritan!

Have you ever wanted to be a hero? Be a hero in your hometown! Make a difference to those around you. What are somethings that you could do to be a hero to someone else? Does it have to be a big thing (donating your paycheck to someone in need) or small thing (maybe mowing the lawn for someone). If you want to be a hero, pray and ask God what he'd like you to do, and be amazed at where he'll lead you! 

This past hour I’ve been sharing stories of people whose lives have been drastically changed by listening to Air1.
 
For Justin and Mallory this has meant the difference of life and death.  For Justin it has been the difference of living a life as a heroin addict on the verge of overdosing to now being clean and sober and an Air1 donor. For Mallory it means being an active mom to her kids, working with abused women at church and not using her body for love or having her kids have to bury their mom because of a life cut short from suicide.

Who do you know that’s hurting that you could share Air1 with? Who can you share your story with? You might just be the tool God uses to save a life.

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Think you have a reason why not to give. If anyone has a story it’s Barbara.

Barbara has three kids, just recently underwent brain surgery and is unable to work. She donated her last $3.79 earlier but decided that just wasn’t enough. She has decided to pledge $1 a day because she knows God will provide it! She loves God so much and wants to see him keep working through Air1.

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