Welcome to this awesome podcast episode where I, your super cool host Brandon along with my lovely wife Sandy, have invited the one and only Tom Dunn to join us. Tom is not just any ordinary guy - he's a minister and an investigator of satanic crimes. How cool is that?

 

So, in this episode, Tom spills the beans about his personal experiences with faith and family. Sandy and I were blessed to attend a conference where Tom was speaking, and his message about prodigals deeply moved us. I knew then that I wanted him on the podcast to share his insights with all of you.

Get ready for a wild ride as he shares the incredible story of his son Elijah's spiritual journey. From losing faith after his parents' divorce to finding his way back to Christianity, it's a rollercoaster of emotions.

 

But wait, there's more! Tom also dives into his own spiritual encounters. Brace yourself for a mind-blowing tale of how he had this super powerful encounter with God at a Christian music festival. 

 

To wrap things up, Tom leads us in a prayer for all you awesome listeners and your loved ones. And hey, if you want to dive deeper into Tom's ministry, make sure to check out his website called "Through the Black". Trust me, it's totally worth it.

 

So, grab your snack, sit back, and get ready to have your mind blown by this incredible episode. Let's do this!

Tom's Background and Inspiration (00:03:20) Tom shares his journey of how he got into ministry, starting with attending conferences and being mentored by Russ Dizdar.

Russ Dizdar and Investigating Satanic Crimes (00:05:31) Tom talks about his mentor Russ Dizdar and his work investigating satanic crimes and helping survivors of ritual abuse.

Tom's Oldest Son Elijah (00:11:19) Tom discusses his oldest son Elijah and the prayer he prayed before his birth, expressing his excitement and anticipation for the work and ministry to come.

The Divorce and its Impact on Elijah's Faith (00:12:58) Elijah's strong faith was affected by his parents' divorce when he was nine years old, leading to a gradual drift away from his faith.

Elijah's Rebellion and Struggles (00:15:14) Elijah's rebellion and search for acceptance led him to engage in harmful behaviors and have a darkening heart.

Answered Prayers and Elijah's Return Home (00:21:25) After years of prayer and fasting, Elijah reached a turning point, called his father, and expressed his desire to come home, leading to his return and newfound sobriety.

The Journey of Growth (00:23:27) Tom discusses his son's spiritual growth and the changes he has observed in his behavior.
A Scary Situation (00:24:38) Tom shares a story about his son being in a dangerous situation while riding with someone who was taking drugs.
The Power of Hope (00:30:56) Tom talks about the encouragement he finds in studying God's word and how it has strengthened his faith and hope in difficult times.
The Divorce and Forgiveness (00:35:08) Tom shares his personal experience of going through a divorce and how it taught him about forgiveness.
The Importance of God Being Real (00:36:17) Brandon and Tom discuss the significance of God being real to their children and the impact it has on their faith.
The Powerful Presence of God (00:41:11) Tom recalls a supernatural experience at a Christian music festival where the presence of God was so powerful that people were deeply moved and experienced spiritual manifestations.
The lost loved ones (00:47:11) Tom prays for those who have lost loved ones and asks for strength and encouragement to continue praying for their salvation.