small group video series

This free study series features eight sessions based on the Someone Like You book.

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Hosted by author Josiah Daniel Smith, this series features video interviews with each of the founders highlighted in the book with topics and scripture verses relevant to the story being shared.

Free study guides are available on each page of the series, both in text form and as digital PDF downloads.

session one: every story has a beginning

Meet each person represented in this unique series and learn about the amazing ministries they founded by the grace of God.

session two: count on God’s provision

Diane Stores, founder of The Dwelling Place and Door of Hope, helps victims of abuse and neglect thanks to God’s miraculous provision.

session three: take action

Brian Swanson, founder of HOPE 4 Youth, shares how he discovered the truth about youth homelessness and took action.

session four: ask for help

Carissa Carroll, founder of Jack’s Basket, describes how she mobilized a community to help celebrate babies born with Down syndrome.

session five: consistency is key

Dave Simpson, founder of 2.4 Ministry, shares his passion for serving breakfast, every single day, to people struggling with homelessness.

session six: take advice from those you serve

Stephen Freed, founder of Dignity Made, shares his journey of building a factory in the Philippines to fight trafficking and bring community transformation.

session seven: be prepared for doubts and struggles

Dennis Massie, founder of Massie’s Mobile Mission, uses a custom van to serve people on the street who are experiencing homelessness.

session eight: make a plan

Kaycee Stanley, founder of The Reel Hope Project, creates films for kids in foster care who are waiting to be adopted.