Prayer & Spiritual Practices Posts

We often think sharing the gospel means having the right words.But what if it’s more about having the courage to show up?In this minisode of Honest Christian Conversations, I reflect on obedience, the fear of rejection, and the quiet ways Go…

If there’s one thing we often forget in the church, it’s this: pastors are human.They carry stress, absorb grief, and quietly bear the burdens of the people they serve—often without ever voicing their own exhaustion.In thi…

When Dan Parr first reached out to me about coming on the show to share that he had written a new Bible translation, my reaction was immediate skepticism.I come from a legalistic background, and after years of deconstructing and rebuildin…

Men matter—to God, to their families, and to the Church.Yet so many men carry their battles quietly, believing that strength means handling everything alone. In this episode of Honest Christian Conversations, I sit down with Brian Seim to ta…

“Therefore, let those who minister, pastor, teach, etc., do so for FREE… Let them work regular jobs and do this in parallel, out of conviction and in relationship to the Lord.”If that quote unsettled you, you’re not al…

Have you ever considered that health and wellness didn’t originate with trends or technology but with God Himself?In this episode of Honest Christian Conversations, I sit down with Rob Rene, founder of Exodus Strong, to explore how faith, bi…

The story of Anita Keagy is a powerful reminder that God often uses our most painful experiences to draw us closer to Himself.In this episode of Honest Christian Conversations, Anita shares her journey from a teenage pregnancy to a life-…

In a cultural moment marked by skepticism, doubt, and deconstruction, many believers find themselves quietly questioning their faith—or walking away altogether. In this episode of Honest Christian Conversations, I sit down with Con…

The journey from religious confusion to spiritual clarity often begins with a simple but freeing realization: asking questions is not a lack of faith—it’s an invitation to deeper faith.In this episode of Honest Christian Conv…

The Great Commission is one of Jesus’ most explicit commands—yet many believers struggle to live it out in everyday life.In this episode of Honest Christian Conversations, I’m joined by Kari Hunnicutt, author of Dormant Faith, fo…

Finding meaningful time with God can feel nearly impossible in a world filled with noise, distractions, and full schedules.In this episode of Honest Christian Conversations, I’m joined by Debbie Howell, who brings honesty, grace, and practic…

Our comfort and security often shape our decisions more than we realize.In this episode of Honest Christian Conversations, I sit down with George Sisneros, whose story challenges us to examine what it truly means to love God above all else.Georg…

Building a deep, meaningful connection with God isn’t about placing Him at the top of a long priority list—it’s about positioning Him at the very center of our lives.In this episode of Honest Christian Conversations, I’m jo…

Raising children with strong faith foundations has never been more challenging.In this episode of Honest Christian Conversations, I’m joined by Josh Poteet, pastor of 180 Life Church and author of Parenting Against the Current, to discuss wh…

In a world saturated with social media pressure, performance, and comparison, the search for identity has never been more complex—especially for young people.On this episode of Honest Christian Conversations, I sit down with Benjamin Crawsha…

When we imagine encountering God, we often picture peaceful moments in worship or quiet reflection.Rarely do we imagine prison cells, crushing loss, or a gun held to one’s head. Yet in this episode of Honest Christian Conversations, I sit do…

Understanding Scripture often requires more than reading words on a page—it calls for context, history, and imagination.On this episode of Honest Christian Conversations, I’m joined by Craig DeHut, co-founder and CEO of Appian Media, t…

Parental divorce leaves impressions that often follow children well into adulthood—shaping relationships, identity, and emotional health in ways many don’t immediately recognize.In this first episode of my Tribute to Masculinity series…

When a child announces they’re transgender, it can feel like a tsunami crashing into what once felt like solid ground.In this episode of Honest Christian Conversations, I sit down with Debra McNinch, a devoted Christian mother who uses that …

In today’s culture of growing mental health awareness, many Christians feel caught between secular psychology and spiritual teaching.On this episode of Honest Christian Conversations, I’m joined by Healy Ikerd, a licensed professi…

Life can change in an instant.In this episode of Honest Christian Conversations, I sit down with Tracy Ripley, a mother whose faith was profoundly tested when her newborn son was diagnosed with a congenital heart defect just hours after birth.&nbs…

Loss is one of the most profound and life-altering experiences we can endure.On this episode of Honest Christian Conversations, I sit down with Heather Bradley, a mother whose life was forever changed by the loss of her son, Brennan, at just four …

Our world is filled with constant noise and distraction. Let's explore how music can serve as both a powerful aid to worship and a meaningful doorway into deeper engagement with Scripture.In this episode of Honest Christian Conversations, I’…

Prayer doesn’t always change our circumstances—but it always changes us. This episode of Honest Christian Conversations invites us to slow down and rediscover prayer as a living, relational connection with God. In this conversatio…