I Have Cancer and You Do Too

February 20, 2026 00:20:47
I Have Cancer and You Do Too
The Wake-Up Call
I Have Cancer and You Do Too

Feb 20 2026 | 00:20:47

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Believe doesn’t mean just accept it. Believe means lean in with your whole weight.

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What if the diagnosis you fear most is the one you already carry—deep in your soul? In this powerful episode of Seedbed Inc’s morning wake-up call, host John David Walt invites you into an honest, life-changing reflection as he boldly declares: “I have cancer—and you do too.” But he isn’t talking about a disease of the body. Instead, he unpacks the reality of “sin cancer,” a condition we all share and the very reason Lent calls us to repentance and renewal. Special guest David Walt joins the conversation, adding heartfelt insight and support as they journey through this challenging, hope-filled season. Walk with John David Walt as he recounts a striking Ash Wednesday moment that left his community stunned and points to the deeper truth behind our struggles. Explore what it means to move beyond simply managing symptoms and discover the core message of the gospel: there’s a cure with a 100% rate, and his name is Jesus. Key highlights from this episode include: The unforgettable confession that reframed “sin” from a list of mistakes to a life-threatening, but curable, reality. A fresh look at the meaning of repentance and belief—why it’s more than saying “sorry” or “I accept.” An uplifting time of worship and reflection with David Walt, featuring the classic hymn “I Need Thee Every Hour,” reminding us that our greatest need is actually our deepest desire. If you’re ready to experience Lent through a lens of honesty, hope, and healing, you won’t want to miss this episode. Subscribe for more conversations like this that awaken faith, spark transformation, and draw you closer to the heart of Jesus. CHAPTERS: [00:04] Wake-Up Call: A Spiritual Start to Lent [03:19] "I Have Cancer and You Do Too" Shocking Confession [05:17] The Metaphor of "Sin Cancer" Explained [06:21] The Cure Has a Name: Jesus [07:13] Repent: Returning to God With All Your Heart [10:18] Salvation: More Than Managing Symptoms [12:32] "He's Trying to Get Heaven Into Us Now" [13:12] The New Testament Vision of Christian Faith [15:04] Singing "I Need Thee Every Hour" Together [18:38] Need vs. Want: Deepening Our Desire for Jesus 👉 Join us throughout Lent for Jesus Asking ► https://seedbed.com/jesusasking/ 🎼 Sing along with us! ► https://seedbed.com/hymnal/ - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 🎁 The Wake-Up Call is funded by generous givers like you at https://sowextravagantly.com/ 📩 Get the Wake-Up Call in your email each day ► https://seedbed.com/wakeupcall ⛪️ Are you a pastor? We'd love to connect ► https://seedbed.typeform.com/to/dymjFhUB 🌿 Join the Field Team and help us sow the Wake-Up Call into new hearts ► https://seedbed.typeform.com/fieldteam 🗣 Join the conversation: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/seedbedwakeupcall/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewakeupcall/ 👂 Listen to the podcast: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-wake-up-call/id1040184070 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7t5qb5dpC7n0yxdyNsTKzTsi=e87495c982f145f6

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