A Testimony of an Overcomer
Testimony of an Overcomer with Pastor Lonnie Clinkscale. Join us to explore life-changing moments, the mentors who guide us, and the faith that empowers us. Weekly sermons full of real stories and honest faith, pointing you toward hope and success that only God can give.
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Oct. 26, 2026
Dry Doesn't Mean Dead: Finding Hope in Your Valley
Ever looked at your family, yourfinances, or your faith and thought, it's over? It's too far gone? God walked Ezekiel into a valleyfull of dry bones and asked him one question: can these bones live? In this message, Pastor LonnieClinkscale preaches "Hope in the Valley" from Ezekiel 37:1-14. Hewalks through Israel's exile, a husband who skipped the instructions on abookshelf, and four truths for whatever valley you're in: dryness doesn't stopGod, disconnection doesn't stop God, direction comes
Oct. 17, 2026
Courage to Lead: Facing Down the Fear Factor
A season ended. Someone you leaned on is gone, and now it's on you. God's word for that moment is the same one He gave Joshua: be strong and courageous. Moses was dead. The man Joshua followed for 40 years was gone, and leading God's people into the promised land now depended on him. In this sermon from Joshua 1:1-9, Pastor Lonnie Clinkscale walks through three ways to face down fear: face change with courage, follow the calling with confidence, and focus on God's commands with consistency. H
Oct. 11, 2026
The Power of Forgiveness | Matthew 18 Sermon
A dying mangrabs a notepad. It's not his will. It's a list of everyone he's going to bite. Who's on yourlist? Pastor Lonnie Clinkscale on The Power of Forgiveness. In this sermonfrom Hey Dummy: Testimony of an Overachiever, Pastor Lonnie walks through theparable of the unforgiving servant in Matthew 18:21-35. Peter asks if seventimes is enough. Jesus says seventy-seven. Then He tells the story of a servantforgiven a debt he could never repay, who walks out and chokes a man over afraction of it
Oct. 7, 2026
Age Doesn't Cancel Your Assignment | Caleb at 85 | Joshua 14 (60)
Caleb was 85 years old when he said "give me this mountain." He didn't come home asking for retirement. He came home ready for reassignment. On homecoming Sunday at Mount Pleasant, Pastor Lonnie Clinkscale preaches from Joshua 14:6-14 on what happens when you come back to the place your faith was formed. Caleb spent 45 years in the wilderness, watched a whole generation pass away, and never let the delay make him doubt God's promise. In this sermon you'll hear three things homecoming reminds us
Jan. 19, 2024
He Was Bullied Mercilessly As A Child. How He Overcame It Will Inspire You.
Lonnie shares his incredible story of overcoming extreme bullying in grade school, from getting violently beaten up by kids to being humiliated in class daily. He felt so hopeless he considered ending his life. 😢 Hear how the empowering words of a counselor and discovering his own inner strengths helped save him against the odds. His wife Dawn also reads from her anti-bullying children's book to provide added perspective. 👪 From a traumatic childhood of #bullying to a man who now inspires othe
Dec. 31, 2023
Transforming Trauma: A Candid Talk with Dawn Ellicott Clinkscale on Overcoming Life's Challenges
Welcome to Episode 3 of "Hey Dummy! A Testimony of an Overcomer" featuring our special guest, Dawn Ellicott Clinkscale, a licensed marriage and family therapist. In this powerful episode, we delve deep into the world of trauma resolution and the journey of overcoming adversity. 🔹 About This Episode: Join Lonnie as he engages in an insightful conversation with Dawn Ellicott Clinkscale. Dawn, with her extensive experience in counseling, trauma therapy, and authoring therapeutic children's books,
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Oct. 26, 2026
Dry, Not Done: Sitting With Ezekiel in the Valley
Some people walk into church looking fine. Pressed clothes, a smile for everybody, a hug at the door. Then they go home and fall apart where nobody can see it. Maybe that's you right now. Maybe it's your marriage, or a bank account that won't stret…
Oct. 16, 2026
You Can Walk While You're Worried
Some changes don't ask permission. A parent passes. A job ends. The person who always knew what to do isn't in the room anymore, and suddenly everybody is looking at you. Your stomach drops and the question comes fast: can I really do this? Joshua …
Oct. 10, 2026
Who's on Your List?
Some of us are carrying a list. Nobody else can see it, but you know every name on it. The coworker who took the credit. The parent who wasn't there. The friend who repeated what you told them in confidence. Maybe your own name is on there too. Pas…
About the Host
Lonnie Clinkscale
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Dr. Lonnie J. Clinkscale, DBA, once labeled a 'dummy' due to a learning disability and severe stuttering, transformed his life through faith and the support of a dedicated teacher. From struggling to read aloud to becoming an honor student and winning speech tournaments, Lonnie's journey exemplifies the resilience of the human spirit. Today, he's a renowned speaker, author, and licensed minister, featured on platforms like the 700 Club and CBS. His story has been highlighted by the American Academy of Pediatric Medicine. Lonnie and his wife, Dawn, reside in Orlando, Fl.