Ever feel like you’re stuck on a sinking ship with no clue what’s next? We’ve been there—and so has our guest, Matthew Faye Terry. In this powerful episode, you’ll hear a story that will absolutely stir your spirit. From crying out to God after corporate burnout to teaching English in communist China—and even leading underground Bible studies—Matthew’s journey is a testament to what happens when you fully surrender and trust God's plan, even when it doesn’t make sense.

This isn’t just about a wild adventure overseas. It’s about waiting well. It's about obedience when the path isn’t clear. And it’s about how your “yes” to God—even in uncertainty—can lead to breakthrough, purpose, and impact beyond what you could imagine.

We (Todd & Wendie) loved how real and relatable this conversation is. If you’ve ever felt like you missed your moment or you’re stuck in the waiting, this episode will give you insight, encouragement, and inspiration to keep trusting the One who sees the whole picture.

You’ll also hear how Matthew turned his mission in China into a powerful screenplay and upcoming miniseries, English Corner, to reach more hearts with the hope of the Gospel. You don’t want to miss this!

Chapters:

[00:00] Podcast Preview

[00:50] Podcast Introduction

[01:27] Topic and Guest Introduction

[03:30] Introduction to Matthew's Journey

[05:54] The Call to Teach in China

[09:15] Teaching in China: First Impressions

[11:45] Overcoming Doubts and Fears

[14:52] The Impact of Faith in the Classroom

[18:30] Crossing the Line: The Risk of Truth in A Censored Land

[21:08] The Ripple Effect of the Gospel

[23:34] From Missions to Screenplay: The Birth of English Corner

[26:34] The Message Matthew Wants to Share with the World

[28:35] Encouragement For Anyone Afraid to Step Out

[30:21] Conclusion and Call to Action

Resources mentioned:

Matthew Faye Terry's Website:

What if the father who was supposed to protect you abandoned you before your first birthday?

In this powerful episode of Your Biggest Breakthrough, Sean Teis shares how being thrown into a life of fatherlessness at just nine months old became the foundation for a national ministry that brings healing to broken homes. Today, Sean is the founder of God Is My Dad, a faith-based movement equipping fatherless individuals, single moms, and churches to break generational cycles and find lasting hope.

We dive into why fatherlessness is America’s silent crisis, affecting over 18 million children, and how the absence of a dad—whether physical, emotional, or spiritual—impacts identity, relationships, education, and more. Sean reveals shocking statistics and real-life stories while offering practical tools for churches, parents, mentors, and anyone with a heart to help restore families.

Whether you grew up without a father, are raising kids on your own, or want to be part of the solution, this episode will inspire and equip you with God’s truth and healing.

Chapters:

[00:00] Podcast Preview

[00:45] Podcast Introduction

[01:25] Topic and Guest Introduction

[04:03] The Beginning of a Troubled Journey

[07:04] Finding Purpose in Pain

[09:09] The Call to Ministry

[13:39] Addressing America's Silent Crisis

[17:34] The Impact of Fatherlessness

[20:04] Transforming Lives Through Community

[24:11] God as Our Father

[26:41] Healing and Perspective

[29:00] Empowering Single Parents

[30:48] Final Thoughts and Resources

Resources mentioned:

God Is My Dad Website

Guest's bio and social handles:

Sean Teis is a national speaker, author, and the founder of Life Factors Fatherless Ministries and God Is My Dad, a movement bringing hope to fatherless families across the country. Abandoned by his father at just nine months old—after being thrown across the room in a drunken rage—Sean grew up with firsthand experience of the pain and challenges of fatherlessness.

But his story didn’t end in trauma. Through faith, mentorship, and the grace of God, Sean turned his pain into purpose. Today, he and his wife Jackie, along with their three children, travel the nation spreading a message of healing, redemption, and the powerful truth that God can be the father you never had.

Sean has created a wide range of resources for fatherless individuals, single moms, churches, and mentors, and his passion is helping others break generational cycles and walk in freedom through Christ.

Call to action:

Make sure to visit yourbiggestbreakthrough.com for your FREE access to our e-book and audiobook, "Unstoppable: Divine Intervention in Overcoming Adversity," showcasing six powerful real-life stories. Get ready to be inspired by these mind-blowing breakthroughs!

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Have you ever heard a story so wild, so intense, and yet so full of heart that it just stops you in your tracks? That’s exactly what happened when we sat down with Don Mann—SEAL Team 6 veteran, world-class endurance athlete, mountaineer, bestselling author, and now TV host. But more than all the titles and achievements, Don is a man who has been through the fire—physically, emotionally, and spiritually—and came out stronger on the other side.

In this episode, Don shares stories that’ll have you on the edge of your seat. From almost dying on Everest, to SEAL missions that pushed him beyond human limits, to the tender moments of being a grandfather supporting his daughter through her child’s leukemia diagnosis—this isn’t just about adventure. It’s about grit. It’s about faith. It’s about how pain can refine us, not define us.

If you’ve ever felt stuck… If you’re in a low season or wondering what your next move should be… this episode will light a fire in your soul. Don’s “four rules for life” are simple and powerful—daily practices that anyone, anywhere can do. You'll walk away inspired to stop making excuses and start summiting the mountains in your own life.

This isn’t just a podcast—it’s a call to action. And trust us, you don’t want to miss it.

Chapters:

[00:00] Podcast Preview

[00:40] Podcast Introduction

[01:15] Topic and Guest Introduction

[04:34] Setting Macro and Micro Goals

[08:14] The Influence of Family and Hard Work

[10:35] Learning to Welcome Pain

[12:11] The Everest Climb That Almost Killed Him

[21:35] The Role of Faith in Endurance

[26:05] The Path to Becoming a Navy SEAL

[31:50] Underwater Challenges and Survival

[36:03] The Formation of SEAL Team 6

[40:07] Personal Resilience and Family Challenges

[42:20] Creating Impact Through TV Shows

[45:55] 4 Simple Daily Rules for Success

[49:50] Finding Purpose in Adversity

[54:28] Don’s Biggest Breakthrough: The Pain of Loss

[57:07] How to Connect with Don Mann

Resources mentioned:

Don Mann's Website

Guest's bio and social handles:

Don Mann is a former Navy SEAL and SEAL Team Six operator whose life reads like a real-world action thriller—only it’s all true. A world-class endurance athlete once ranked 38th globally in triathlons, Don has competed in over 1,000 races, pushing the boundaries of what the human body and spirit can endure.

He’s also a New York Times bestselling author and the creator and host of the hit TV series Surviving Mann, where he challenges others to dig deep and go beyond what they thought was possible. But behind the elite training and high-stakes missions are personal battles that reveal Don's deeper strength: the loss of loved ones, supporting his family through serious illness, and walking alongside his granddaughter in her fight against leukemia.

Through every mountain climbed, mission completed, or mile endured, Don remains grounded in his faith—often turning workouts into sacred moments of prayer. His life is a living testimony to how grit, grace, and unwavering purpose can transform pain into a breakthrough.

Call to action:

Make sure to visit yourbiggestbreakthrough.com for your FREE access to our e-book and audiobook, "Unstoppable: Divine Intervention in Overcoming Adversity," showcasing six powerful real-life stories. Get ready to be inspired by these mind-blowing breakthroughs!

To learn more about Wendie and her Visibly Fit program, visit wendiepett.com

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