Bear Your Shield Podcast

From Louisville, KY, it is the Trades for Christ Prayer Breakfast that was held just before Equip Expo 2026.  Whether you are in the turf or construction industries or not, this episode is for you!  To know that although our industries contain tough work, you are not alone. 400+ people attended this prayer breakfast and what a way to start the week before one of North America's largest exposi...

It is a pivotal moment in the patriarch story line, as Jacob takes off to take a wife. Along the way he dreams the dream of dreams, and foresees what is to come. Jacob's journey details are unknown to him, but his legacy seems solid. What kind of legacy are you dreaming of? What will people say about you or your family's legacy? Dream up a good one...

Jacob took his brother's birthright and now he wants his blessing too. Deception abounds throughout this chapter that pits brother against brother, son against father, and wife against husband.  To say that there is a little bit of family strife here would be misleading.  You think your family is wonky, wait till you hear this family's story! Do not deceive yourself, True Believer. No ma...

God passes down Abraham's blessings to Isaac, and for a reason.  A reason we should all pay attention to and to focus on in our own lives.  Don't live a life of faith that is mediocre. Build your faith with Arete' and keep your gaze steady, in both the most excellent times or the times that just aren't so great. Keep your readers crystal clear! 

How is a mustard seed, a skinny door, and Kid Rock related in a Gospel message?   Find out in this episode's sermon series, on how being planted with deep roots in God's faithfulness, will help us in reading the Bible deeply and responding authentically to Jesus' teachings, so that we will make great choices.

We blast the Pharisees one more time and get GROSS once more! Ron explains how to get GROSS, but first a "not so found memory" on Freakies cereal and how sin was exposed. Knowing God's truth is THE truth and nothing extra needs to be added. Picking and choosing from God's Word will leave us in disarray, and stumbling about. Know your facts, and be prepared. Fear the Lord - ther...

007 in the house? - Not quite. Join us for a turf industry talk on ministry growth, following the path God has you on, and an exciting event coming to Louisville this Fall. Craig Daniel, Founder of Trades for Christ and the Prayer Breakfast event at Equip Expo, joins Ron Scheffler for a candid discussion on how these ministries started, and why breakfast and prayer are the most important meal of t...

It's a mash-up of Luke's gospel with the book of Jonah.  The story of Jonah makes me reflect of how I used to run from God, and how I used to carry around my own stench...what?  Yep, vomit and loogies abound!!! Rip off the basket covering your lamp and run to God!  He's got plans for you.

It is the end of an era as Abraham's earthly life comes to an end, and the next generation receives God's blessings.  Often times when someone that has made an impact in so many other's lives is now gone, change is always imminent, but the results of the next generation remains to be seen. Two sons are born, and each crave something different - let's get ready to rumble!!!   Wh...

Abraham asks his servant, Eliezer, to help find his son, Isaac, a wife...but there's a catch. Listen thru Eliezer's journey, back to where Abraham came from, and see just how powerful prayer, and detailed prayer, can be. God wants a relationship with you, and not just high-level - He wants to be in the weeds with you.  How do your prayers land, rushed and high level or more methodical an...

Sarah's passing leads to some next steps for Abraham - becoming a land-owner.  One day we all will own a plot of land.   Time flies and the world keeps spinning...and one day, all that is left is the legacy that we leave behind. How is yours shaping up? What do you need to do to shore up your legacy? Your legacy will go one way or the other - whether you act or not - protect yours!

There seems to be a potluck of lessons at the end of Luke's Gospel in chapter 9, however, a similar pattern can be seen. We need to go to God for several things, well really for everything, but in this episode Ron discusses how we need to seek Him and go to Him for: Surrendering whatever is holding us back from following Jesus Wisdom to understand His Word Understanding what it is God wants u...

What is going on? Abraham was told to do what?  Sacrifice his son, Isaac?!  How can this be, when God stated that Abraham's covenantal promise was going to be thru his and Sarah's baby? Over the last few sermon series, we have seen how God is the Protector and God is the Promise Keeper.  Now, we see how God is the Provider. Sound familiar?

Bear Your Shield gets real in the gym.  We are hitting the mat and discussing Jiu Jitsu with Ryan Farniok, bearer of not just a shield, but also a purple belt, who also happens to be Ron's son-in-law.  Ryan discusses the intricacies of the sport, as well as his faith journey and why he hits the gym - it's all part of the journey. Let's hit it!

Finally! A promise come to fruition.  God is THE Promise Keeper - no one else comes close. Abraham and Sarah rejoice in the birth of their son, Isaac. Meanwhile...other jewels are found in this chapter...how God not only keeps his promises, but also provides. How we should respond to other's good fortunes, and yes, laugh with them. Plus, living in harmony by finding the right friends, and mak...

Abraham and Sarah wander...into trouble.  A Lack of Faith (LOF) moment almost derails the covenantal blessing, but God intervenes and protects the promise, Sarah's purity, and Abraham's and Sarah's marriage. God protects His people, God bears the shield!

The BYS staff gets real and grateful discussing the loss of life, and life redeemed.  God is the Great Redeemer and shows us time and again on how He cares and loves for us. Jake Scheffler joins Ron in the studio to discuss loss thru miscarriages, and how redemption belongs to the Lord in His own timing. And does He redeem. Stand firm, have faith, and bear your shield!

Jesus heals a widow's son and a centurion's servant - faith is behind it all.  The centurion seeks Jesus out as word of Jesus and his teachings and miracles spread.  The centurion, this loyal solider of Rome, seeks out Jesus, and his life is never the same again - he took the chance on Jesus. You too can have your life changed - you too can take the chance.   Seek Jesus out and be amazed...

Fun moments in the studio this episode as my daughter-in-law joins me in a discussion on protecting children and her marriage.  Nayoung came to America, from Korea, to attend high school and college, met my oldest son, Jake, got married, and they are now expecting their first child.  She discusses some of the differences between Korean and American school systems, and some of the pitfalls in a bi-...

Christianity means a call to action!  Inaction in the Kingdom is disobedience.   We have an Easter prelude class today as we step out of our standard Genesis sermon series to hear some of Jesus' teachings in the gospel of Luke. We better listen up and hear what God is telling us TO DO! Don't let your house become a ruin of greatness. Shore up your foundation, shim a little here, remodel...

It's Revenge of the Nerds, 2026 style, as the BYS studio is invaded by the Turf Nerds.  Evan Lindman and Uncle Greg Durbin raise their shields to discuss bringing their faith to the turf industry. Join us as we discuss faith, work, turf, prayer, and overseeding.  Get your Nerd on!

After visiting Abraham, the two angels head to Sodom to save Lot and his family, but trouble ensues.  Lot fails to lead well, and lingers in the city until it is almost too late. Utter destruction follows and more consequences due to inaction comes to fruition. Bear your shield to protect your family. Listen to the Lord...and Don't Look Back!

Are you an angler fish or a dolphin?  What?! No, we haven't lost it - check out how we are both - and how by focusing on Jesus, we can keep the angler fish away behind us. Stepping out of the OT to the Gospel of Luke where Jesus calls the tax collector Levi to leave his life behind.  "Follow Me", Jesus tells Levi - or is it Matthew?   Following Jesus can take you to the Next Level w...

A visit by the Lord puts Abraham into action mode!  God confirms His promise to Abraham with a personal visit, while hospitality and fellowship abound. Abraham again shines as an example of how to treat others, and how we should intercede for those around us. It's time to put yourself on hustle-mode.

This is a game changing and name changing episode! Abram and Sarai, or should I say, Abraham and Sarh, get to understand God's plan for them and the covenant between them, and their legacy is forever changed. What does your legacy look like?  Not sure?  Change it!   General Maximus, from Gladiator, told his troops; "What we do in life, echoes thru eternity!"  Listen to God, improve...