Chasing Happiness with Ryan DeMent

I want to be able to put my head down on the pillow and go to sleep while everything is burning, and right now, I can't. This week, I'm wrestling with something that's been eating at me: why do I keep trying to fix everything myself instead of giving it to God? My friend's wife has this unrelenting faith; she just lets it all go and has no anxiety. Me? I'm stuck in the exhausti...

Why won't we give each other mercy? When someone is going through a storm, addiction, divorce, or financial collapse, too often we judge instead of showing up. We withhold the very thing they need most. In this episode, we dig into what it really means to meet people where they are. Why did Jesus break bread with the people no one else would? Why your tribe matters more than your beliefs. And...

When life falls apart, most of us do the one thing that makes it worse. We pull away from God and try to fix the storm on our own. In this episode of Chasing Happiness, Ryan DeMent shares candidly about why we walk away from God in painful seasons, how God uses those storms to reach our hearts, and the daily habits that help you come back. Honest prayer, daily Scripture, serving others, and findin...

When the storm has lasted so long that quitting feels like the only logical option, it is time to get brutally honest with yourself and with God. In this episode of  Chasing Happiness , Ryan DeMent shares unfiltered lessons from his own never-ending financial and business storm. He covers why he refuses to quit, how daily prayer, Scripture, and radical consistency are holding him together, and wha...

How to pray when your life is falling apart, because God doesn't need your perfect words; He needs the real you. Ryan DeMent knows what it's like to be pushed to the edge. A house deal in Indiana is draining him financially, bills are piling up, and he has no clear answers, but he still chooses to lean into God instead of giving up. In this episode of the Chasing Happiness Podcast, Ryan ge...

Are you in the middle of a storm right now — wondering if God even cares? In this episode of Chasing Happiness, I share what hit me like a ton of bricks on a prayer walk: I realized I didn't have enough faith to believe God would give me peace WHILE I'm in the storm. This is raw. This is real. And it just might change the way you see your struggle.🎙️ In this episode you'll learn:✅ Why...

Why Your Storm Gets Worse When You Don't Change This — and what God is actually doing in the middle of your hardest season. This episode of the Chasing Happiness Podcast is one I needed to record for myself as much as for you. I'm in a storm right now. Financially. In business. In real estate development. And it's been going on longer than I ever planned. Bills aren't getting paid....

Trusting God in hard times — what do you do when the storm won't stop and you've been asking "why" with no answer? This is the rawest episode of the Chasing Happiness Podcast I've ever recorded. I'm in a storm right now — it's financial, it's business-related, it's real estate development — and it's been going on for longer than I ever expected. Bills stac...

Faith isn't comfort. Being faithful to God was never meant to be comfortable — and that's actually good news. In this episode of Chasing Happiness Podcast, I'm breaking down why the storms of life aren't punishment — they're purpose. God never promised an easy life. He promised He'd be there through it. So why do we keep chasing comfort instead of growth? We're talking...

When you’re in a long storm and your prayers seem to hit the ceiling, it’s easy to assume God has abandoned you. In this episode of  Chasing Happiness , Ryan DeMent unpacks three reasons God may feel silent shaping you from the inside out, nudging you toward needed change, and drawing you closer to His presence and shares how daily time with God, simplifying life, and finding a small circle of tru...

In this episode of Chasing Happiness, host Ryan DeMent invites listeners to look beyond the question of why and start asking what’s my purpose? If you’ve ever felt stuck, anxious, or disconnected from your faith, this conversation will help you realign with God’s plan for your life. Together, we explore how to: Draw closer to God during difficult seasons Discover purpose through serving others Rep...

When your back is against the wall, and you’re out of options, it’s easy to assume God is late, but His timing is never off. In this episode of  Chasing Happiness , Ryan DeMent shares a raw look at ongoing financial storms, anxiety, and exhaustion, and how daily time with God and passages like Deuteronomy 8 have reminded him that God provides in the wilderness, blesses in abundance, and calls us t...

In this episode of Chasing Happiness, host Ryan DeMent invites listeners to look beyond the question of why and start asking what’s my purpose? If you’ve ever felt stuck, anxious, or disconnected from your faith, this conversation will help you realign with God’s plan for your life. Together, we explore how to: Draw closer to God during difficult seasons Discover purpose through serving others Rep...

When life won’t let up and everything feels like one long storm, it’s easy to assume God has abandoned you—but what if He’s actually protecting you? In this episode of  Chasing Happiness , Ryan DeMent shares a raw financial struggle with a rental property and how it revealed God’s protection, not punishment, along with practical ways to find peace in the storm through Scripture, prayer, journaling...

When life falls apart and you’re asking, “God, why is this happening?”, this episode helps you find clarity in the chaos by uncovering your God-given purpose, even in the middle of the storm. Drawing from real struggles with anxiety, burnout, and loneliness, Ryan DeMent shares how drawing closer to God, serving others with your gifts, and building a Christ-centered community can transform your fun...

For followers of Jesus who feel overwhelmed by money stress, business pressure, or constant setbacks, this episode explores how faith and persistence can turn “why me?” into a deeper sense of purpose and peace. Ryan shares honest stories about financial struggle, daily Bible reading with YouVersion and The Bible Recap, serving others, and leaning on small-group community so you can let God use you...

This episode is for followers of Jesus who feel their New Year's resolution fading on Quitter’s Day and want to reclaim their faith, consistency, and daily habits with God. Ryan shares honest stories about anxiety, a draining development project, and unexpected provision, along with practical rhythms like fasting, simple workouts, daily Bible reading, journaling, and reflecting on Deuteronomy...

Christian entrepreneurs and real estate‑minded listeners wrestling with purpose in 2026 will learn how to stop letting a job or W‑2 define them and instead seek God’s calling. Ryan shares his own struggles with business storms, money anxiety, and chasing status, along with how church community, small groups, prayer, and serving others are helping him discern God’s purpose and find a more fulfillin...

Feeling anxious, overwhelmed, and stuck in a financial storm that never seems to end? In this episode of Chasing Happiness, Ryan shares openly about his own money struggles, the stress of putting every extra dollar into the business, and what it’s like to feel late on bills and alone in the fight.​ He talks about chasing the Joneses, buying things on credit, and the realization that “stuff” never...

When God feels silent, it can seem like your prayers are bouncing off the ceiling and your storm will never end. In this episode of Chasing Happiness, Ryan talks openly about seasons when God goes quiet and what that silence might actually mean for your heart, your habits, and your relationship with money and stuff.​​ He shares: Why storms are often meant to change you from the inside out, not jus...

Feeling like everything is collapsing—finances, business, family, even your faith? This episode explores what it’s like to be under spiritual attack and how daily time with God, prayer, and Bible reading can move you from anxiety and overwhelm to real peace in the middle of the storm. Hear honest struggles with money pressure and doubt, plus simple faith rhythms that keep you grounded when nothing...

Does faith equal trust? After 51 years, I finally understand—and it changes everything about how I handle life's storms. If you're in a waiting period right now, this episode will help you stop going crazy while God is working in your life. 🎧 IN THIS EPISODE: ✓ Why we trust strangers (Uber drivers, pilots) but struggle to trust God ✓ The 3 critical elements of faith most people miss: Touc...

You're in a storm. It's Thanksgiving week. And you're asking yourself: "What am I supposed to be thankful for?" In this deeply personal Thanksgiving episode, I share three daily practices that eliminate anxiety, the brutal truth about chasing material things, and why your current storm might be exactly what you need to become who you're meant to be. 🎧 IN THIS EPISODE: ✓...

Feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or lost in life’s storms? This episode dives deep into how faith—not religion—can ground your mindset, help you overcome financial, emotional, and spiritual challenges, and truly transform your journey. Learn actionable steps to reset and find purpose when life gets tough. Follow for more weekly real-life wisdom and motivation!

Struggling through a storm—financial, spiritual, or personal? Discover how faith, mindset, and action can turn hardship into purpose. Listen for real-life stories, breakthroughs, and practical steps to move forward. Don’t forget to follow and share if this episode inspires you!