In this special relaunch episode of the HIS Story Podcast, host A.J. Herrmann shares a deeply personal testimony, marking 25 years since placing his faith in Jesus Christ. From childhood church memories and teenage rebellion to a transformative encounter with the gospel and a lifelong journey of discipleship, this episode is both vulnerable and victorious.
Using the story of Jacob's wrestling with God and the clear call of Jesus in Luke 9:23, A.J. unpacks what it truly means to follow Jesus—by faith, through surrender, in obedience, and with the power of the Holy Spirit. This episode officially launches a new era for the podcast: telling the Story of JESUS through Scripture, Song, and Testimony.
Whether you're new to faith, wrestling with doubt, or desiring deeper surrender, this heartfelt message will encourage and challenge you to reflect on your own walk with Christ—and to make the bold declaration: "No turning back."
Show Notes
Featured Hymn: I Have Decided to Follow Jesus – A powerful declaration of surrender and discipleship.
Primary Scripture:
Luke 9:23 – “If any man will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross daily, and follow me.”
Supporting Scriptures:
Genesis 32:24–28 – Jacob wrestles with God
Genesis 47:9 – “Few and evil have been the days of my life…”
Acts 8:35–37 – Believing and being baptized
John 21:19 – Jesus says, “Follow me.”
Matthew 7:24–27 – The wise man builds on the rock
John 14:15 – “If ye love me, keep my commandments.”
1 John 2:6 – Walking as Jesus walked
Galatians 5:16, 22–25 – Life in the Spirit
Romans 12:1–2 – Present your bodies as a living sacrifice
Romans 5:5 – The love of God poured into our hearts
John 13:34–35 – Love one another
Matthew 22:36–40 – The greatest commandments
Episode Highlights:
A.J.'s testimony of salvation at age 17
Struggles with self-love, sin, and surrender
Lessons from Jacob’s transformation
Five biblical marks of following Jesus: Faith, Surrender, Obedience, Replication, and the Holy Spirit
The invitation to walk in love and live HIS Story
Call to Action:
🎧 Share this episode with a friend
📩 Submit your testimony or story of how you decided to follow Jesus
💬 Comment on YouTube or your podcast app—what did this episode stir in you?
Let’s live lives that tell HIS Story.
