January Revisit: A Favorite Moment Worth Hearing Again Throughout January, I’m sharing short clips from past episodes of Honest Christian Conversations —moments that deeply impacted me and continue to resonate. Today’s miniso...
Have you ever wondered whether the Jesus you follow is the real Jesus or a version shaped by your upbringing, culture, or personal expectations? In today’s episode, we’re peeling back the filters and confronting one of the mo...
This minisode explores the importance of encouragement for men and how believers can support them well. Heads up: I am not feeling well during this episode (I had the stomach flu while recording), but God showed up and did wh...
Are the words SURRENDER and HUMILITY cringe words to you? This week's guest, Mark Osborne, is a perfect example of letting go of yourself to find Christ through the power of surrender and humility, two things foreign to human...
Do we have the wrong idea about silence with God? In this reflective minisode, I explore what silence really looks like when your mind won’t slow down—especially at night. Drawing from personal experience, motherhood, and fai...
Burnout is becoming one of the most silent battles in ministry today. Many pastors, ministry workers, and Christian leaders carry overwhelming spiritual, emotional, and physical burdens—often without a safe place to rest. In ...
*Trigger Warning * If you get queasy (like I do), my guest's near-death experience is discussed in depth here. Overcoming Pride is not easy to do, especially when you are a punk kid like Mick Wienholt was when he found himsel...
Community is more than a group of people you spend time with — it is one of the most vital parts of your spiritual and mental well-being. In this minisode, I talk about what true Christian community looks like, why God design...
Your faith wasn’t meant to grow alone. My guest this week is fellow podcaster and friend, Mista Yu of "They Call Me Mista Yu" Podcast. He comes on the show to discuss the power of community and how it eventually helped him le...
A new bible translation can set off alarms, and that’s a healthy response. Today, I have an open and honest conversation with voice actor and translator Dan Parr . We discuss my apprehensions about a new bible translation and...
In today’s minisode, I'm talking about something many believers forget: you cannot pour into others if you’re spiritually empty yourself . We love serving, giving, encouraging, and showing up for the people God places in our ...
What if your most profound shame became the place God builds your purpose and calling? Former ski coach Brian Seim shares how hidden addiction shattered his life and how grace and belonging, a Christ centered family, and Cele...
I am still getting over a cold, so this episode is short but sweet. Please send me your comments or questions about the last episode, as it may have been challenging for you. Tom Snow had some tough pills for us to swallow, a...
When church feels more like a brand than a community , perhaps God is showing us that we need spiritual clarity and should return to the basics. In this conversation with Tom Snow , we explore the importance of spiritual clar...
Have you suffered a tragic loss? Have you learned how to trust God through the pain? Jackie Rose's world was shattered when her military son, Randy, faced a severe mental health crisis that ended in tragedy and suicide. Left ...
Your Pro-life values matter to God! Stuart Kellogg challenges Christians who remain silent about their pro-life values, calling the church to take a bold stand for pro-life values. Discover why this matters now more than ever...
This reflective minisode invites you to slow down, quiet your mind, and rediscover quiet time with God. Inspired by a heartfelt conversation with guest Anita Keagy , I share how Anita’s story of adoption beautifully mirrors G...
Are you in need of practical ways to seek God? Anita Keagy’s powerful journey through teenage pregnancy and her difficult decision to choose adoption became a divine metaphor for God’s desire to be known and sought by His chi...
Life is tough; sometimes you want to escape. Heavy headlines. Quick offense. Thin patience. This is our world today! I reflect on a joyful conversation with Pastor Michael Dennis, a local pastor whose humor invites us to brea...
Do you think a pastor can have a good sense of humor? Well, Pastor Michael Dennis is here to share his journey from the pulpit to the comedy club. What started as a bucket-list challenge has become a meaningful way to connect...
Do you struggle to talk to someone who is questioning their faith? Doubt can feel like a locked door, especially when you want to help but don’t know what to say. Today, I'm honest about missed chances, the fear of “not knowi...
Do you have a problem with Jesus? When Constance Hastings titled her book "The Trouble with Jesus," she knew it would raise eyebrows, but beneath that provocative title lies a profound message of hope for anyone wrestling wit...
Why can't I stop this sinful behavior? Have you ever wondered why certain sins are so hard to overcome? The answer might be straightforward and more uncomfortable than we want to admit. Do you have a sinful behavior you want ...
Do you ever feel afraid to ask questions about your faith because you think it's a dumb question? You're not alone. In this deeply personal conversation with podcast host Cassian Bellino , we explore the transformative power ...