Light Has Dawned
Born in the heart of Chicago, Light Has Dawned brings you raw, honest stories of transformation from people who have walked through real darkness and encountered the hope of Jesus Christ.
Former gang members, ex-inmates, survivors of trauma, police officers, chaplains, ministry leaders, and community voices share their stories of struggle, faith, redemption, and purpose.
These conversations carry the grit of Chicago's streets and the grace of a God who still saves, heals, restores, and transforms lives.
Every episode is honest, personal, and rooted in the truth that no life is beyond the reach of God's redemption.
Our name is inspired by Matthew 4:16 (NKJV):
"The people who sat in darkness have seen a great light, and upon those who sat in the region and shadow of death Light has dawned."
Real people. Real stories. Real redemption.
Light Has Dawned.
Light Has Dawned
Latest Episodes
Introducing The Light Has Dawned Podcast | The Name Has Changed, The Mission Remains
Welcome to a new chapter.After nearly four years of sharing powerful stories of transformation, redemption, faith, and hope, the podcast is moving forward with a new name: The Light Has Dawned Podcast.The name has changed, ...
From the Vault | Hector Gomez | From Rejection to Redemption
🎙️ FROM THE VAULTThroughout the month of August, we're revisiting conversations from our podcast archive. Whether you're hearing them for the first time or listening again, we pray these stories continue to point people to Jesus C...
From the Vault | Roger Cadena: From Gang Life to New Life in Christ
🎙️ FROM THE VAULTThroughout the month of August, we're revisiting conversations from our podcast archive. Whether you're hearing them for the first time or listening again, we pray these stories continue to point people to Jesus C...
The Danger of People-Pleasing | Galatians 1:10 | Devotional
Are you living for God's approval or the approval of people?In this devotional, Cisco Terrazas walks through Galatians 1:10, reminding believers that following Jesus often requires standing for biblical truth even when it costs us...
Native American Testimony: From Meth Addiction & Prison to Pastor | Mark Little Elk
In this powerful episode of the From Wrong to Strong Podcast, Omar Calvillo sits down with Pastor Mark Little Elk to share an extraordinary testimony of redemption, hope, and the life-changing power of Jesus Christ.Growing ...
Fan Mail
Hey Omar , been watching some of your videos , keep up the good work. I’m extremely proud of your growth and what you are doing in the community. You and I use hang out , back in the days , I graduated Grammer school and play high school baseball with your little brother Eric . Not sure if you remember me, my name is Geemoe. Good Bless you brother and keep doing what you’re doing!
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