Redeemed & Restored
Welcome to the Redeemed and Restored Podcast, a powerful journey of hope, transformation, and faith. Host Michael Noland shares the raw and unfiltered story of his own battle with addiction, which spanned over 30 years from the age of 12. Through his personal testimony of struggle, pain, and ultimate victory, he offers listeners a beacon of hope and proof that radical change is possible—no matter how impossible the circumstances may seem.
In each episode, Michael not only recounts his miraculous and life-changing encounter with Jesus Christ, which set him free from addiction nearly two years ago, but also invites others to share their incredible stories of redemption. From those who have faced similar struggles and also found freedom, the podcast features powerful testimonies of healing and transformation.
Above all, Redeemed and Restored aims to inspire and encourage listeners, showing them that no matter how deep their struggle or how far they’ve fallen, change is possible. It is rooted in the belief that true restoration comes through a relationship with Jesus Christ, the only solution to our deepest brokenness. Tune in for a reminder that redemption is real, hope is alive, and healing is always within reach.
Redeemed & Restored
Episode 16: From Darkness to Light - Jeanette's Testimony
In this Episode of the Redeemed and Restored Podcast, Jeanette Arnds shares her powerful testimony of overcoming addiction and finding faith in Jesus Christ. From her challenging childhood marked by family struggles, abuse, and addiction, to her childhood and teenage years where she began using drugs, Jeanette's journey is one of resilience. She discusses her tumultuous marriage to an addicted partner and the cycle of abuse that ensued. Despite the darkness, Jeanette felt God's presence calling her back, leading her to seek help and ultimately find redemption. Her story highlights the importance of community, faith, and the power of personal growth in the face of adversity. In this conversation, Jeanette shares her tumultuous journey through addiction, recovery, and faith. She recounts a chaotic experience on her way to church, her struggles with inner turmoil, and a transformative encounter with God during worship. Jeanette discusses breaking free from an abusive marriage, the challenges of recovery, and the importance of relationships in her healing process. Ultimately, she emphasizes the power of God's word in her life and encourages others to cling to their faith in Jesus as they navigate their own struggles. Jeanette now heads up an incredible non profit called Redeem Neighborhoods. They help the unhoused, people currently trapped in the cycle of addiction, and they help with prevention with the youth in the community. Check out all that they do here https://www.redeemneighborhoods.org/.
