Then God Moved

Storyteller and theologian Adira Polite (MDiv) chats with Christians across the globe about their unexpected, miraculous encounters with the Lord. With guests including ex-Nazis, recovering addicts, former witches, sex trafficking survivors, musicians, bestselling authors, and your average Joes, this show spotlights both the diversity of the church and the unchanging nature of our shared Savior.

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September 22 · 1 hr 9 min
Overcoming Spiritual Abuse and Church Hurt w/ Andrew Villalpando | Ep. 91
Comedian and content creator Andrew Villalpando joins Adira for a raw conversation on parent loss, church deception, and how God delivered him from crippling fear of man into unabashed boldness. They also discuss Andrew's decision to remain in the church despite the grievous church betrayals that wounded him. Connect with Andrew on Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook! Follow ⁠⁠Adira⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠Then God Moved⁠⁠ on Instagram. Support our efforts to bring more stories to more people: donate via PayPal (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ThenGodMoved@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠) or Venmo (@ThenGodMoved). Have an encouragement, question, or want to share a story of your own? Send an email to ThenGodMoved@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.
September 9 · 15 min
Adira Almost Died? A Story of Answered Prayer | Ep. 90
This story is absolutely bonkers. In conclusion, God's protection is unrivaled and Adira will never make that mistake again. Follow ⁠Adira⁠ and ⁠Then God Moved⁠ on Instagram. Have an encouragement, question, or want to share a story of your own? Send an email to ThenGodMoved@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Support our efforts to bring more stories to more people! Make a one-time donation via PayPal (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ThenGodMoved@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠) or Venmo (@ThenGodMoved).
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July 31 · 21 min
Finding Victory Over Sin in Scotland! | Ep. 89
I recently had the most unexpected encounter with a 19 year old Christian while hiking through the hills of Scotland. This is his story of growing up agnostic, yet finding faith through the sudden opening of his spiritual eyes. We also discussed the temptations that come with long-term travel and how the Lord intervenes. Connect with Nico on Instagram Follow Adira and Then God Moved on Instagram Have an encouragement, question, or want to share a story of your own? Shoot an email to ThenGodMoved@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Support our efforts to bring more stories to more people, more quickly: donate via PayPal (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ThenGodMoved@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠) or Venmo (@ThenGodMoved).
May 21 · 1 hr 17 min
From Atheism and Manifestation to Following Jesus! | Ep. 88
Josh Swanson grew up in church but believed the claims of Christianity were bogus "opium for the masses." In his eyes, religion was nothing more than a coping mechanism. But Josh himself was coping...with confusion around his biracial identity, loneliness, and more, all of which he sought to stifle with chemical substances. Until one late night in 2011, when the God of the Bible revealed Himself to Josh in an undeniable way. But the story doesn't end there. After encountering the Lord, Josh resisted sanctification and ended up dabbling in manifestation, developing severe ulcerative colitis, going through a divorce, and finally experiencing true submission and new life in Christ. Connect with Josh on ⁠Instagram.⁠ Have an encouragement, question, or want to share a story of your own? Shoot an email to ThenGodMoved@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Support our efforts to bring more stories to more people: donate via PayPal (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ThenGodMoved@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠) or Venmo (@ThenGodMoved).
April 30 · 58 min
Called OUT of a Secret Society — and to Expose It | Ep. 87
Former Omega Psi Phi member DB (@DBtheteacher) discusses the reality behind Greek organizations, their Freemason roots, and their incompatibility with fidelity to Christ. DB confesses his own ritualized abuse of younger fraternity members and revisits the violent upbringing that primed him for it. Though the activities of these secret societies are shocking, they’re a result of the same “lust of the flesh” that tempts us all. This conversation is a convicting warning against all idolatry, no matter the form. Have an encouragement, question, or want to share a story of your own? Shoot an email to ThenGodMoved@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Support our efforts to bring more stories to more people: donate via PayPal (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ThenGodMoved@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠) or Venmo (@ThenGodMoved). Connect with DB on ⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠ and YouTube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fduF-Og55ns Watch full-length video interviews on Then God Moved's ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ channel. Connect with Then God Moved on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Connect with Adira⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on ⁠⁠Instagram.
March 31 · 47 min
Surviving a Cult / Hyper-Charismatic False Teaching | Ep. 86
This is part 2 of Rachel Free’s testimony of overcoming abuse, both at the hands of her father and under church leadership. This is a crucial episode not only because of Rachel’s testimony, but also its lesson for our current moment. The word warns us of false prophets and leaders who will perform miracles, signs, and wonders seemingly in the name of Jesus, only to be told at judgment, “'I never knew you; depart from me, you workers of lawlessness'” (Matthew 21:23). Everyone who claims Christ is not operating in the Holy Spirit. Wheat and tares anyone?! There are counterfeit spirits and counterfeit gospels, and many are being deceived. It’s time to wake up and outgrow our Christian naiveté. We pray that Rachel’s story will aid in that. Resources discussed in this episode: Mike Winger Have thoughts about what you heard, or want to share a story of your own? Shoot an email to ThenGodMoved@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Check out Then God Moved's ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ channel! Connect with Then God Moved on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with Adira⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on ⁠Instagram
March 26 · 1 hr
My Dad Sexually Abused Me. Why Do I Still Believe? | Ep. 85
In part one of Rachel Free's testimony, she recounts her childhood sexual abuse, her father's conviction and imprisonment, her myriad coping mechanisms and descent into sex work, and the reality of Christ's present and still-coming victory over wounds and demonic strongholds. Help Adira hire an EDITOR: Make a one-time donation via PayPal (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ThenGodMoved@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠) or Venmo (@ThenGodMoved) Have thoughts about what you heard, or want to share a story of your own? Shoot an email to ThenGodMoved@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Check out Then God Moved's ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ channel! Follow Then God Moved on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠ Follow Adira⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on Instagram
February 25 · 1 hr 36 min
Sororities, Paganism, Spiritual Covenants, and Deliverance | Ep. 84
What if Greek life isn’t just networking and community service, but a spiritual covenant? In this episode, Mileinys shares her journey into the underbelly of Delta Sigma Theta, and exposes the spiritual agreements behind the rituals, hymns, and vows she made. Mileinys also recounts her history of paranormal torment, her family’s long history of witchcraft, and her own journey from psychic mediumship to her true prophetic calling in Christ. Resources discussed in this episode: Blue Letter Bible Out of Egypt by Robert Halwell Have thoughts about what you heard, or want to share a story of your own? Shoot an email to ThenGodMoved@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Connect with Mileinys on Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Connect with Adira⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Then God Moved⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on Instagram. Visit Then God Moved's ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ channel for full length videos, clips, and more.
Dec 23, 2025 · 57 min
How an OnlyFans Sex Worker Met Christ | Ep. 83
Amy Christianson shares her unexpected journey from high-grossing OnlyFans fetish model to her newfound identity in Christ. Amy details the childhood homelessness and parental mental health issues that led to her thirst for power and male validation, and the story of her pandemic-era descent into sex work. As a relatively new believer, Amy explains how God has transformed her heart, her social life, and her coping mechanisms. Have thoughts about what you heard, or want to share a story of your own? Shoot an email to ThenGodMoved@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Follow Amy on TikTok! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Connect with Adira⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Then God Moved⁠⁠⁠⁠ on Instagram. Visit Then God Moved's ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ channel for full length videos, clips, and more.
Dec 4, 2025 · 38 min
Stories from a Scottish Military Chaplain | Ep. 82
The war in Afghanistan, post-traumatic stress disorder, Israeli foreign policy, end times theology, and the voice of God — there's a little bit of everything in this conversation with retired Air Force chaplain Sheila. Adira and Sheila recount how they met, Sheila's first experience of hearing God, her lifelong wrestle with complex PTSD, the nature of God's will, and the daily rhythm of worship that keeps her in harmony with the Lord. Have thoughts about what you heard, or want to share a story of your own? Shoot an email to ThenGodMoved@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. ⁠⁠⁠⁠Connect with Adira⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠Then God Moved⁠⁠⁠ on Instagram Subscribe to Then God Moved's ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ channel!
Nov 25, 2025 · 1 hr 4 min
Confessions of a Christian Alcoholic | Ep. 81
What do alcoholics and non alcoholics have in common? A tendency toward escapism. Author and recovering alcoholic Jon Seidl details his descent into addiction, his Miami rock bottom moment, and the biblical keys to recovery. Jon also shares the childhood traumas that led to decades of toxic escapism, and offers tools for combatting escapism ourselves. This conversation also delves into phone addiction, marijuana, shame, the transformative power of EMDR therapy, and Adira's own sobriety journey. Read Jon's book, Confessions of a Christian Alcoholic: A Candid Conversation on Drinking, Addiction, and How to Break Free Listen to Jon's podcast, Confessions of a Christian Alcoholic Have thoughts about what you heard, or want to share a story of your own? Shoot an email to ThenGodMoved@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. ⁠⁠⁠Connect with Adira⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠Then God Moved⁠⁠ on Instagram Subscribe to Then God Moved's ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ channel!
Oct 15, 2025 · 50 min
Idaho Murder Victim's Mom Meets Christ in JAIL | Ep. 80
Adira sits down with Cara Northington, mother of Xana Kernodle, one of four University of Idaho students murdered in the middle of the night on November 13, 2022. Cara shares a story that begins in tragedy — addiction, grief, jail, and despair — but that was miraculously transformed into a stunning testimony of redemption and divine mercy. You’ll hear how Cara found the strength to forgive her daughter’s killer, and to publicly declare, “I turn you over to the Lord, to whom vengeance belongs.” Have thoughts about what you heard, or want to share a story of your own? Shoot an email to ThenGodMoved@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. ⁠⁠Connect with Adira⁠ and ⁠⁠Then God Moved⁠ on Instagram Subscribe to Then God Moved's ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ channel!
Sep 26, 2025 · 43 min
Stories from a Welsh Prayer Retreat | Ep. 79
I recently visited Ffald y Brenin, a residential prayer center in Wales that is known for being a "thin place" — meaning it’s a place where the boundary between the physical and the spiritual is minimal, and where people often encounter the Lord in profound ways. SPOILER: it's true! Have thoughts about what you heard, or want to share a story of your own? Shoot Adira an email: ThenGodMoved@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. ⁠Connect with Adira and ⁠Then God Moved on Instagram Check out Ffald y Brenin! Subscribe to Then God Moved's ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ channel! Support the show via PayPal (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ThenGodMoved@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠) or Venmo (@ThenGodMoved)
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Aug 20, 2025 · 19 min
Cocaine vs. Jesus (A Comedian’s Testimony) | Ep. 78
Comedian and musician Francis George details his sudden journey out of cocaine and psychedelic addiction. He and Adira discuss the lies that addict tell themselves, the purpose of Christian comedy, and…U2. Have thoughts about what you heard, or want to share a story of your own? Shoot Adira an email: ThenGodMoved@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Connect with Francis and TheosU Subscribe to Then God Moved's ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ channel! Follow Then God Moved on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠ Make a one-time donation via PayPal (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ThenGodMoved@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠) or Venmo (@ThenGodMoved)
Aug 1, 2025 · 59 min
A Coma, A Miscarriage, and the Miracle of Survival | Ep. 77
In 2018, Kylie Mann’s car hit a tree head-on. Every single part of her car was destroyed......except the driver’s seat. In other words: Kylie’s survival makes no sense. In this episode, Kylie details the years of rebellion that preceded the accident, her unexplainable recovery, and the surprising faith she found in the aftermath. Subscribe to Then God Moved's ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ channel! Follow Then God Moved on ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠ Support Adira's work and gain BONUS content at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon.com/ThenGodMoved⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Make a one-time donation via PayPal (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ThenGodMoved@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠) or Venmo (@ThenGodMoved) Have thoughts about what you heard, or want to share a story of your own? Shoot an email to ThenGodMoved@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.
Jul 11, 2025 · 1 hr 8 min
Ex-Sugar Baby Exposes Manifestation, Abortion, and Love of Money | Ep. 76
Former manifestation coach and sugar baby Rubianny Alvarado details her journey from new age manipulation to godly surrender. Subscribe to Then God Moved's ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ channel Follow Then God Moved on ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠ Support Adira's work and gain BONUS content at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon.com/ThenGodMoved⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Make a one-time donation via PayPal (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ThenGodMoved@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠) or Venmo (@ThenGodMoved) Have thoughts about what you heard, or want to share a story of your own? Shoot an email to ThenGodMoved@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.
Jun 13, 2025 · 38 min
He Tried to Drown Himself...but God Kept Him | Ep. 74
Four years ago, alcoholic college student DJ Hernandez was driven to the point of despair. Seemingly loosing his battle against addiction and persistent depression, DJ decided to end his life. He plunged himself into the ocean in the hopes of meeting death… but he met Christ instead. Watch DJ’s ‘I Am Second’ video WATCH this interview when it drops on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Support Adira's work and gain BONUS content at ⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon.com/ThenGodMoved⁠⁠⁠⁠ Make a one-time donation via PayPal (⁠⁠⁠⁠ThenGodMoved@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠) or Venmo (@ThenGodMoved) Have thoughts about what you heard, or want to share a story of your own? Shoot an email to ThenGodMoved@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.
May 31, 2025 · 1 hr 26 min
“Peter Pan” Actress on Native Spirituality, Bigfoot, and Marriage | Ep. 73N
If you’ve seen the live action Peter Pan (2003), you certainly remember the indigenous character, "Tiger Lily." But few know the story of actress Carsen Gray, who became a hardcore new ager before a supernatural encounter with Jesus transformed her soul, marriage, and career! In this conversation, Carsen details the spiritual deliverance that followed her conversion, and the many truths she's learned about the spiritual realm. Topics include witchcraft and manipulation, Bigfoot, skin walkers, biblical submission, AUTHENTIC worship, more. Please help others find the show by leaving a rating and review! Listen to Carsen's music! Follow Carsen on Instagram ⁠ WATCH this interview when it drops on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Support this work and gain BONUS content at ⁠⁠⁠Patreon.com/ThenGodMoved⁠⁠⁠ Make a one-time donation via PayPal (⁠⁠⁠ThenGodMoved@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠) or Venmo (@ThenGodMoved) Have thoughts about what you heard, or want to share a story of your own? Shoot an email to ThenGodMoved@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.
May 1, 2025 · 1 hr 14 min
"The Chosen" Producer Justen Overlander on Fear and Spiritual Cynicism | Ep. 72
Actor, producer, and screenwriter Justen Overlander details his journey from Midwest teacher to renowned filmmaker and reveals the childhood tragedy that led to a long season of spiritual cynicism. We talk quite a bit about his work on The Chosen, emphasizing God’s eagerness to use the most flawed among us to accomplish His purposes. The conversation also unexpectedly delves into class and race inequality, fetal alcohol spectrum disorder, and more. Help others find the show by leaving a rating and REVIEW! Follow Justen on Instagram Read Justen’s recommendation: Prayer by Philip Yancey WATCH this interview when it drops on ⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠! Support this work and gain BONUS content at ⁠⁠Patreon.com/ThenGodMoved⁠⁠ Make a one-time donation via PayPal (⁠⁠ThenGodMoved@gmail.com⁠⁠) or Venmo (@ThenGodMoved) Have thoughts about what you heard, or want to share a story of your own? Shoot an email to ThenGodMoved@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.
Apr 17, 2025 · 55 min
Former Ghost Hunter on Demonic Activity and Deliverance | Ep. 71
Victoria Ross returns to the show to share her childhood experiences with the paranormal, and her strange journey into ghost hunting, divination, and spiritual deception. She reflects on the dangers of the spiritual doors she opened, and the deliverance sessions that freed her from Satan's grip. Connect with Victoria on⁠ ⁠⁠Instagram⁠! WATCH this interview when it drops on ⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠! Support this work and gain BONUS content at ⁠Patreon.com/ThenGodMoved⁠ Make a one-time donation via PayPal (⁠ThenGodMoved@gmail.com⁠) or Venmo (@ThenGodMoved) Help others find the show by leaving a rating and REVIEW! Have thoughts about what you heard, or want to share a story of your own? Message me on Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or send an email to ThenGodMoved@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

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