Dawn Ezelle, Christian Author and Self-Publisher, Songwriter and Producer, and Creator of Jonah’s Journey.
Dawn Ezelle is a renowned author, speaker, media creator, occupational therapy professional, ordained and licensed minister, Professional Certified Life Coach (PCLC), and founder of Inspiring Today Ministries, Inc., a 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to helping individuals Discover God, Develop Spiritually, and Live Healthy. With over 35 years of experience in occupational therapy settings and 25 years in ministry, along with an Honorary Doctorate in Divinity Studies, Dawn brings a unique combination of professional insight, spiritual leadership, and life experience to guide others in faith, purpose, and practical living.
Dawn Ezelle Is an inspiring author, media creator-producer, therapist and founder of Inspiring Today Ministries, Inc, a non-profit organization dedicated to helping individuals discover God, develop spiritually, and live healthy. As an ordained and licensed minister, Dawn Ezelle brings over 30 years of experience in occupational therapy to her holistic approach, blending her extensive knowledge of health with deep spiritual revelation, wisdom, and insight.
A Holy Spirit-filled American Christian, Dawn has authored several books that inspire and guide readers on their spiritual journey. Her YouTube channel, "Spirit Filled Kids" and radio podcast, "Healing Hearts And Souls" (airs on Christian Mix 106.com) are platforms where she shares her wisdom, encouraging other to embrace a balanced and vibrant life through faith and practical health tips.
I became a Christian as a child at a Christian summer Bible camp. After graduating high school in 1983, I rededicated my life to Christ through Young Life in Illinois.
At 18, I began exploring creative expression and later experienced my first movie production in Chicago, How Do You Like Me Now? (1992). The long hours and nights on set sparked a deeper interest in education and the creative arts.
After graduating in Occupational Therapy, my journey expanded into healthcare, professional sports, business ownership, and entrepreneurship. Over time, God reopened doors into Christian motion pictures, performing arts, commercials, voiceovers, television, creative arts, and live recordings.
Through every chapter, I’ve discovered that faith, creativity, and purpose can work together when we allow God to lead the journey.
The Holy Spirit is at the heart of Dawn Ezelle’s faith and ministry. Through prayer, worship, fasting, and quiet time with God, Dawn has experienced moments of spiritual growth, wisdom, and revelation that continue to shape her calling to share the Good News of Jesus Christ and reach lost souls. Her personal memoir shares the story of a life-changing encounter with the Holy Spirit that began on Easter Sunday 2000 at River Church in Tampa, Florida. That encounter marked the beginning of a deeper journey of surrender, intimacy with God, and spiritual transformation. Dawn invites you to step away from the noise of everyday life and create space to seek God, hear His voice, deepen your relationship with Jesus, and experience spiritual renewal.
Behind every wildfire in life, God can reveal a purpose, a plan, and a destiny waiting to unfold.
From mission trips to navigating life’s unexpected storms, Dawn Ezelle’s journey reflects resilience, obedience, faith, and divine purpose. Her story reveals how God can use difficult seasons, unexpected encounters, and defining moments to bring healing, spiritual empowerment, and Kingdom impact. During an unexpected supernatural sabbatical, Dawn spent three days in a secluded log cabin chapel and another day in a prayer tower seeking God. During that time, she distinctly heard Him ask:
“Orphanage, are you ready?”
Nine months later, that question became reality. Dawn traveled on a medical mission trip to Casa Esperanza, House of Hope Orphanage, in Zacapa, Guatemala, during the unforgettable events surrounding September 11, 2001. What first seemed like an isolated spiritual encounter became part of a larger story of faith, obedience, service, missions, and purpose. Dawn’s testimony encourages others to trust God even when they cannot yet see where He is leading.
A TRUE STORY . . . In her own memoir, Dawn Ezelle is transparent sharing her second Holy Spirit encounter that begins in 2001 nestled deep within the Blue Ridge Mountains. Travel with Dawn as she embarks on her journey and solitude with God. Her photo album walks you thru 3 different mountaintop encounters. Are you searching for a deeper relationship or intimacy with God? Dawn's personal experience will help you discover yours. Her struggle with darkness, despair, and unbelief seemed like an eternity. Dawn found out that GOD is real and the Holy Spirit is omnipresence. Her journal reveals a deep insight uncovering revelation as Dawn is lead supernaturally from one mountain top to the next. Know that you are not alone. Be encouraged. Stay the course. GOD will bring you into a close intimate relationship with HIM. Come retreat from daily distractions, be refreshed and find quiet time with Jesus in worship, prayer, and fasting. Dawn's passion is for you to learn how to hear from God, obeying HIS voice and experience your own personal Holy Spirit encounters.
"God has a purpose, plan & destiny hidden behind every wildfire in life"
-Dawn Ezelle-
At 50, God orchestrated one of the most significant moments of my life—learning to fly an airplane, a thrilling and profound experience. But the most heart-wrenching moments came in the aftermath of hurricanes Charlie, Rita, and Katrina during a mission trip. It was then that I realized how fragile life truly is and how much we depend on God and each other for goodwill and support.
Are You Ready to Get Back in the Game?
Life can be a lot like sports. Every choice, setback, and opportunity can affect the direction of your destiny. As a lifelong sports fan, Dawn Ezelle uses the game of baseball as a powerful analogy for navigating life, purpose, success, and personal transformation. In this inspiring Christian autobiography, Dawn explores how poor choices, pride, unhealthy environments, and corporate pressures can pull us out of position. She shares lessons from her own journey to help readers recognize what is holding them back and discover how to get back into the game God designed for their lives.
Learn the 3 R's and discover how to:
- Protect your inner peace
- Overcome the corporate playground
- Break free from pride
- Make wiser life choices
- Release situations that have controlled your life
- Reposition yourself for purpose and destiny
If you are driven to succeed but feel stuck, this book offers a faith-based perspective on overcoming obstacles, making intentional choices, and move forward.
The game isn't over. It's time to get back in position.
Are you ready? Let's play ball.le-
At Inspiring Today Ministries, our mission is to transform lives, heal hearts, and empower people to walk in their God-given purpose. Through spirit-led coaching, inspirational books, dynamic media, engaging PodTalks, and practical faith-based resources, we help individuals discover God, develop spiritually, and live healthy—spirit, soul, and body. We are committed to equipping and uplifting others through truth, creativity, and the power of God’s presence.
"Our Purpose and destiny in life reflect the milestones achieved only by the grace of God and the Holy spirit power."
Inspiring Today Ministries (ITM) provides community outreach to children and young adults facing challenges. With the support of our partners, we are making a significant impact on the lives of those in need. Dawn volunteered with organizations like Bring The Light Ministries and Operation Care International. Our involvement has been a supernatural blessing proving food, basic essentials, ministering, and soul winning to less fortunate in Texas, USA.
Inspiring Today Ministries (ITM) is a 509c3 non-prophet organization established in 2018. Dawn Ezelle has its roots in her early days as a Rehab Director, where her combination of a passion for healing, sports, and ministry.
-And That's on purpose!
With over 35 years of experience working in occupational therapy settings and 25 years in ministry, Dawn Ezelle now serves as a Professional Certified Life Coach (PCLC), Ordained & Licensed Minister and recipient of an Honorary Doctorate in Divinity, offering faith-based coaching designed to help individuals realign their lives with God’s purpose, restore spiritual rhythm, and walk in clarity, discipline, and direction.
Mastery of Divine Doing (MODD COACH) is Life Coaching By DawnEzelle, The Founder /Director of Inspiring Today Ministries™
I didn’t choose the easy path. I chose the obedient one.
And the truth is… it’s been lonely, costly, and deeply sacred. While the world was chasing trends, I was laying bricks. Year by year. Tear by tear. Not building a brand — but birthing a burden.
A burden to see God’ people restored. To see leaders pour from fullness instead of burnout. To see believers live from calling, not chaos. To see rhythm return to the lives of those carrying too much, for too long.
This isn’t just coaching. It’s a holy recovery of purpose, rest, healing, and divine rhythm. And I don’t blend in because this wasn’t manufactured — it was ministered by Holy Spirit.
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LOOKING INTO THE FUTURE LENS WHERE FAITH AND MUSIC COME ALIVE.