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BeTempered Episode 45 - If I Live or Die, I'm His: Facing Cancer Without Fear
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What happens when life delivers a devastating diagnosis on a day meant for celebration? For Deb Tintsman, receiving news of aggressive B-cell lymphoma on her birthday was not the end of hope, but the beginning of an extraordinary journey—one defined by faith, resilience, and an unexpected sense of freedom.
From her childhood on an Ohio farm to her impactful career working with runaway teens in Dallas, Deb has always lived a life of service. Though she never set out to be a teacher, she found herself drawn to education, spending two decades at National Trail School before retiring in 2020. But just when she thought she had closed one chapter, life had another lesson to teach. In July 2023, persistent back pain and overwhelming fatigue led to a shocking cancer diagnosis.
Rather than surrendering to fear, Deb faced her battle with remarkable strength and even humor—naming her IV stand “Gladys” and viewing her chemotherapy as “the blood of Jesus giving me strength.” Against all odds, her faith was met with a miracle: a scan midway through treatment showed no discernible disease despite being initially "full of cancer."
But what makes Deb’s story truly transformative isn’t just the medical outcome—it’s the spiritual awakening she experienced. “I’ve had to be in control all my life. Letting go was eye-opening… but it was freeing too.” Through scripture, prayer, and a community that showed up in powerful ways, Deb discovered peace in surrendering control.
Join hosts Dan Schmidt and Ben Spahr as they sit down with Deb to hear her incredible testimony—one that serves as a reminder that even in life’s hardest moments, we are never truly alone. Whether you’re facing a personal struggle, supporting a loved one, or simply searching for inspiration, Deb’s journey proves that hope endures and faith prevails.
Chapters
1. BeTempered Episode 45 - If I Live or Die, I'm His: Facing Cancer Without Fear (00:00:00)
2. Meet Deb Tinsman (00:00:30)
3. Growing Up and Moving to Eaton (00:04:33)
4. Career Path and Dallas Years (00:09:44)
5. Teaching at National Trail School (00:16:32)
6. Birthday Cancer Diagnosis (00:26:16)
7. Faith Through Chemotherapy (00:33:32)
8. Complete Remission and Recovery (00:43:41)
9. Finding Strength in Scripture (00:51:09)
10. The Power of Prayer and Community (00:57:49)
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