25. The Greatest Hunt: The Story of Kicking Bear & Ray Howell

Get ready for an absolutely inspiring journey as we dive deep into the life and transformation of the incredible Ray Howell, the founder of Kicking Bear Ministry! Ray Howell is a successful business man, weight lifter, hunter, and minister. Ray was a celebrity in the hunting community, traveling the world hunting animals of all kinds. His hunting success led him to be involved with over 42 different companies including an ambassador for Gander Mountain. He ran and operated 3 extremely successful businesses and competed for the US as a weightlifter where he set multiple world records. That all changed when God called him into full-time ministry. Now he lives a life devoted to spreading God's love and changing countless lives with his ministry Kicking Bear. Learn how Ray, growing up without a father and facing hardships, found solace and purpose in the simple yet powerful act of putting a bow in a kid's hand. What To Expect: - The story of Ray's childhood life of growing up in a broken home - Important role father's have at home - Weight lifting, world records, and representing Team USA - How business & hunting success - Funny stories as the ambassador of Gander Mounting - Ray's own salvation story Ray's spiritual awakening unfolds as he recognizes God's guidance in his life from a young age. Witness the transformative moment when he gives his life to Jesus, shifting the focus from self-glory to glorifying the Lord. We wrap everything up as Ray reflects on 25+ years as a full-time minister, sharing the beauty of everyday life with Jesus. Hear about the lives saved and changed through Kicking Bear Ministry. Join us in this captivating episode as Ray Howell inspires us to find purpose, chase dreams, and surrender to a higher calling. It's a tale of redemption, faith, and the profound impact one man can have on the lives of others. Don't miss out on this incredible adventure!