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Real Stories- Real People- Real Faith 

365 Christian Stories is built on the power of testimony. What began as a ministry sharing the stories of Christian men has grown into a global platform sharing inspiring stories of real men and women living out their faith in everyday life. Through honest stories of faith, struggle, perseverance, and victory, we encourage people to grow in faith, find hope, and remember they are not alone in their walk with Christ.

built on these truths

We believe in the one true God—holy, eternal, and sovereign—the Creator of all things and worthy of all worship. He has revealed Himself through His Word, the inspired and inerrant Scriptures, which declare His character, holiness, and plan of salvation.

Through Scripture, God reveals His character, His truth, and His plan of salvation. The Bible is trustworthy in all it teaches and remains the foundation for what we believe and how we live. Through His Word, God instructs, corrects, encourages, and equips us to know Him, follow Jesus, and live faithfully in a changing world. “All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness.” —2 Timothy 3:16 NIV

We believe humanity was created in God’s image but became separated from Him through sin. In His great mercy, God sent His Son, Jesus Christ—fully God and fully man—to redeem a fallen world. Conceived by the Holy Spirit and born of a virgin, Jesus lived a sinless life, died on the cross as the atoning sacrifice for our sins, and rose again in victory over sin and death. Through Christ alone, all who repent and believe receive forgiveness, new life, and reconciliation with God.

We believe the Holy Spirit dwells within every believer, convicting us of sin, guiding us into truth, and empowering us to live holy and fruitful lives. He comforts, teaches, and equips the Church to fulfill God’s mission throughout the world.

365 foundational verse

“Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles. And let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us.” —Hebrews 12:1 NIV

Inspiring stories to build faith and to bring hope

Our mission is simple: to share true stories of ordinary men and women whose lives reveal the extraordinary work of God. Through honest stories of faith, struggle, perseverance, and victory, we point people toward Christ, strengthen faith, and bring hope to people around the world.

STORIES THAT REACH BEYOND BORDERS  

What began with one story at a time has grown into a global mission. Through 365 Christian Men and 365 Christian Women, these stories are reaching people across cultures, countries, and languages—reminding us that while our circumstances may be different, the hope we find in Christ is the same.

meet the team

Behind every story is a community of people committed to the mission of 365 Christian Stories. From those who provide leadership and wisdom to those who pray, serve, narrate, create, and support, each person plays an important part in helping these stories reach people around the world. Meet some of the people who help make the mission possible.

365 Christian Stories Advisory Team

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Michael Turner

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Brad Hawkins

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Jerry Nichols

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Michael Boerner

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Blake Mattocks

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Russell Jenson

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365 Christian Stories Staff

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Blake Mattocks

President of 365 Christian Stories

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Catherine Steiner

Director of 365 Christian Women

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Jianne Bornea

Virtual Assistant

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Elijah Banez

Video and Audio Editor

About

Challenge team & Narrators

OUR VALUES

1. We Are God-Centered and Spirit-Led

We are not simply a storytelling organization. Our stories are directly connected to the work and movement of God through His Spirit in people’s lives. We seek to remain grounded in Scripture, sensitive to the Holy Spirit, and focused on pointing people toward Jesus Christ.

2. We Faithfully Steward Resources

These stories are testimonies of God’s work entrusted to our care. We lead with humility, recognizing that 365 Christian Stories is not built around any individual personality. We seek to steward the stories, relationships, finances, technology, and opportunities God gives us faithfully, honoring Him and directing attention toward Him.

3. We Give Generously

We believe stories of God’s faithfulness should be shared freely. We seek to make them accessible across cultures and around the world, so that finances, geography, language, or limited resources do not prevent someone from encountering a story that could strengthen faith and offer hope.

4. We Share Truth With Dignity

We value honest stories of struggle, failure, perseverance, redemption, and hope. We will tell them accurately and authentically while protecting the dignity, privacy, and trust of every person whose story is entrusted to us.

5. We Build Relationships and Kingdom Connections

People are never simply content, contacts, donors, or opportunities. We value genuine relationships and seek to collaborate rather than compete. We build partnerships locally, nationally, and internationally so that more people can encounter the hope of Jesus.

6. We Work with Excellence for God’s Glory

We seek to honor and glorify God by working with integrity, excellence, accountability, and care. We measure success by more than numbers, views, or recognition. We prioritize obedience to God and the part we can play in helping people grow closer to Christ.