Have you ever felt completely unqualified for the exact thing God is asking you to do? You are not alone.

In this episode of Witness the Wonder, Melissa Lea Hughes opens up about the reality of imposter syndrome, the fear of being misunderstood, and why experiencing what she calls the “cringe factor” may actually be the greatest sign that you are right where God wants you.

Melissa shares the powerful concept she calls “Sweaty Armpit Time.” These are the moments when stepping into obedience feels terrifying, uncomfortable, and completely outside your comfort zone. Yet these moments are often where God grows us the most.

From navigating the overwhelming aftermath of a viral video to the tension many women feel between motherhood and calling, Melissa shares how to move past the internal dialogue of “Who am I to do this?” and step forward in faith.

If fear of judgment has been keeping you silent, this honest and encouraging conversation may be the push you need to speak up, step out, and trust the story God is writing in your life.

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Witness the Wonder is a faith based video podcast hosted by Christina Smith featuring real conversations and powerful God stories. Each episode invites you to see how God is moving in everyday lives and discover the wonder of His work in your own story.

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When Todd Coconato was a child actor in Hollywood, he thought he was living the dream. He was surrounded by celebrities, parties, and everything the world calls success. But none of that mattered the night he was stabbed nine times, including once in the heart, and bleeding out in his car.

In this powerful conversation, Todd shares how, in that moment between life and death, he heard the audible voice of God ask him one question that changed everything.

Todd and Christina discuss his early years in Hollywood, the emptiness behind the lifestyle, the night of the attack, the miraculous way doctors said he should not be alive, and the moment he surrendered to God’s call on his life. He also shares how God led him into pastoral ministry, his work as an evangelist and broadcaster, and his heart for a “remnant” of believers who refuse to bow to the culture.

If you’ve ever wondered whether your past disqualifies you, felt caught between two lives, or asked if God can really redeem your story, Todd’s testimony will give you hope and remind you that God still speaks, still saves, and still performs miracles.

In this episode, we cover:

• Todd’s journey from Hollywood sets to a near-death experience
• The night he was stabbed 9 times and heard God speak
• Why survival was only the beginning of his transformation
• How God called him into ministry and what he’s doing today
• Encouragement for anyone who feels too far gone or “in between”

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In this episode of Witness the Wonder, host Christina Smith sits down with publisher Missy Maxwell Worton and editor Donna Bess to talk about Resilience: The Rise After the Fall, a powerful anthology featuring 22 true stories of women who have walked through loss, failure, betrayal, and starting over.

This conversation explores why our stories matter, how healing often comes through telling the truth, and what happens when people choose to share what God has carried them through. These stories remind us that even in our lowest moments, God is still at work.

If you’ve ever wondered whether your story is important enough to tell, this episode is for you.

Episode Highlights

• ​(00:00) The story we’re afraid to share
• ​(02:15) Meet Missy Maxwell Worton & Donna Bess
• ​(08:30) Resilience and rising after failure
• ​(14:45) Healing through sharing your story
• ​(22:10) Why testimony brings freedom

Featured Guests

• ​Missy Maxwell Worton: https://www.missymaxwellworton.com
• ​Books by Missy: https://amzn.to/4qrE5Rw
• ​Donna Bess: https://www.donnabessofficial.com
• ​Books by Donna: https://amzn.to/4qmqN8Q

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• ​Get the Book: Resilience 3: The Rise After the Fall here: https://amzn.to/4aDq4eM

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• ​Visit https://ChristinaSmithOfficial.com for episode resources, guests, and more.
• ​Read Christina’s Story (Chapter 7) in Resilience: Women Rising to Their Greatest Moments https://amzn.to/3MxyDPm

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