Rules and Tools

What happens when buried memories begin to surface, and your entire understanding of your past starts to change? In this episode, Dean Vander Mey sits down with Keith to revisit a story deeply connected to the origins of Set Free Ministries. Keith shares how he first found the help he desperately needed, what led to the very first Freedom Appointment, and how that experience became part of the fou...

What happens when children are given more than an education—they are given hope, discipleship, and a foundation rooted in Christ? In this special episode, Dean sits down with Francis Ssenyonjo, Director of Set Free Ministries East Africa, to discuss the incredible work God is doing in Uganda through Christian education, child sponsorship, discipleship, and vocational training. Francis shares the c...

In the final part of this powerful conversation, Jay sits down again with Jamie Walden and Joshua Collins to talk about spiritual readiness, courage, healing, and what it means to follow Christ in a dark and broken world. The discussion moves beyond exposing evil and focuses on how believers are called to respond to it. Jamie shares the heart behind raising awareness for missing and exploited chil...

In Part 3 of our conversation, Jay continues with Jamie Walden and Joshua Collins as the discussion turns toward the deeper spiritual battle of the heart, suffering, trust, and enduring faith. Joshua shares thoughts on the testing of the heart, the mark of the beast, and how allegiance is ultimately tied to worship and desire. Jamie and Jay discuss spiritual distraction and pray through an attack...

In this episode, Jay Fettig sits down with Steve Prince to discuss discipleship, identity, and what it truly means to follow Christ with full devotion. Steve, director of the Warriors Branch at Set Free and a longtime mentor to Jay, shares his story of 20 years serving in the U.S. Army followed by 15 years of walking alongside men in their spiritual growth. Together, Jay and Steve reflect on how d...

In Part 2, Joshua Collins shares more of his personal testimony of surviving ritual abuse and the spiritual battles that followed. He opens up about recovering memories of abuse, dealing with night terrors, and how Christ met him in the lowest moments of his life. He shares how understanding Jesus as the true substitute for suffering began to bring healing and freedom. The conversation also explor...

Some stories are difficult to hear—but necessary to confront if we want to understand the reality of evil and the hope of redemption. In this episode, Jay is joined by Jamie Walden and Joshua Collins for a sobering conversation about spiritual warfare, justice, and the reality of satanic ritual abuse. Joshua courageously shares part of his story of experiencing satanic ritualistic abuse as a child...

This is a repost of one of our most important and challenging conversations—because the questions it raises are still being asked, and the Church still needs honest, biblical clarity on spiritual warfare. In this episode, Jay sits down with Dean Vander Mey for a raw, grounded, and deeply biblical conversation about demonization, repentance, and spiritual oppression—topics that are often avoided or...

In this episode, we sit down with Chad Schreur from Every Man a Warrior for a powerful conversation about freedom, discipleship, and spiritual growth. Chad shares his personal experience going through a freedom appointment, how he overcame shame using practical biblical tools, and why getting into the Word completely changed his life. We talk about what Every Man a Warrior stands for, what success...

What does wise counsel actually look like in real life? Who speaks into your life when things are hard and who speaks into your life when things are good? In this episode, we talk about the difference between consuming information and being truly discipled, how to recognize when your heart is ready to receive counsel, and why mentorship rooted in humility, not control, is essential for growth. Thi...

What really happens in a freedom appointment? Is it intense, emotional, awkward, or life changing? In this episode, we sit down with Vicki Barrens and Pearl Huizenga, leaders in freedom ministry, to talk honestly about what freedom appointments are and what they are not. We address common fears, misconceptions, and questions people often have before stepping into freedom, especially the fear of be...

In this episode of the Rules & Tools Podcast, Jay Fettig welcomes back Jamie Walden, author of Omega Dynamics, for a sobering and timely conversation on fear. Together, they explore how fear operates as the primary currency of spiritual warfare, from the fall of Adam to modern culture, and why fear is ultimately rooted in unbelief that God is truly good. Jamie draws on his background in the mi...

What does love really mean? Is it just a feeling, or is it something deeper—something rooted in truth, action, and sacrifice? In this reposted conversation from our archives, we revisit a powerful and timely discussion with Dylan Rodriguez that challenges the way love is commonly understood today. So many of us are searching for love to fill a void, often placing that weight on other people and ex...

In this episode of the Rules & Tools Podcast, we sit down with Kyle Pierpont to talk about what it really looks like to live a Holy Spirit–led life. From learning how to hear God’s promptings to walking in obedience even when it feels uncomfortable, Kyle shares powerful stories from his family, childhood, and ministry experiences. We discuss why God designed us to live in community and team, h...

Worship is more than music—it’s a life fully surrendered to God. In Part 2 of this conversation, we explore what it means to worship the Lord with our whole hearts through obedience, parenting, stewardship, and trust. We talk about seeking God beyond just His blessings, laying down our own plans, and learning to desire His will above our own. This episode is an encouragement to move past surface-l...

In this episode, we welcome you to our new building and dive into a powerful discussion on deepening your relationship with God. Bonnie shares how the Lord speaks through study, the importance of removing barriers between us and Him, and how even when we think we’re “doing nothing wrong,” there are ways our hearts can be distracted from intimacy with God. We explore speaking to God as a loving Fat...

In Part 2 of our deep dive into the 6/7 phenomenon, we go further into the spiritual dynamics behind the movement and explore how culture, media, and subtle deception can influence worship without us even realizing it. This episode examines how music videos and viral trends can become vehicles for spiritual manipulation, the difference between sorcery and divination, and the power at work in the d...

The “6/7 phenomenon” has taken over culture, music, and social media, but what if there’s more going on beneath the surface? In this episode, we break down the symbolism, numbers, imagery, and messages driving the 6/7 trend and ask a serious question: is this simply art and entertainment, or something far more spiritual? We explore why numbers and sacred geometry matter, why symbols are so powerfu...

In Part 2 of our conversation with Jamie Walden, we dig into the heart of repentance, freedom, humility, and what it really means to find our identity in Christ. Jamie shares why he wrote his book as “an evangelist to the church,” calling believers back to a life rooted in truth, not performance, emotion, or cultural Christianity. We talk about why repentance is often misunderstood, why so many pe...

In today's conversation, Jamie Walden joins Jay Fettig to confront one of the most urgent issues facing the modern Church: the collapse of biblical manhood and the drift away from God’s Word. Jamie shares his burden for restoring husbands, fathers, and leaders to their God-given roles—and why true, Christ-centered patriarchy is essential for rebuilding families and strengthening the Body of Ch...

In Part 2 of our conversation with Dean Vander Mey, we dive deeper into the state of the Church, the rise of syncretism, and the urgency of returning to the only true way to God. Dean shares powerful insights into why the Kingdom of God is exploding around the world—even as America faces record-high divorce rates, confusion, and spiritual compromise. We talk about what it actually looks like to li...

Are we willing to face the truth about what’s happening in our nation and in the Church? In this important conversation, Dean Vander Mey and Jay Fettig join us to talk honestly about the spiritual crisis unfolding in America — and the hope God is still offering. We dig into why the next generation is calling out hypocrisy, how the Church drifted into compromise, and what it really means to stand a...

New episode (Part 2) with Mark Warren! From witnessing miracles to learning how to discern the supernatural through God’s Word — this conversation dives deep into what real faith looks like in a world fighting for our attention. Mark and Jay talk about spiritual exercises for a sound mind, miracles that strengthened their faith, and how to stay grounded in Truth when the world pulls us toward dist...

In this episode, Jay sits down with Mark Warren, leader of The Road Ministries, for a robust conversation on faith, transformation, and God’s calling. Mark shares his turning point—how a conversation with a gym member led him to encounter God's love and change the lens through which he viewed everything, including Scripture. What once felt like a hammer became a love letter from a Father who r...

This conversation is especially significant as it was recorded just a week before Mike’s passing, following his impactful message at a recent conference. Dean sits down with Karl Payne and Mike Schill to explore the intersection of faith, mental health, and spiritual authority. Mike shares why he wrote Putting God Back into Counseling and gives practical insights on applying God’s Word to mental h...