Walking with the Savior - Testimonies of Jesus Christ in Christian Lives

Send us Fan Mail Do you ever feel like your past mistakes have permanently disqualified you from God's love or a meaningful life? Maybe you feel like you have burnt every bridge and there is no hope left for your situation. In this episode of the Walking with the Savior podcast, we sit down with Anjel, a woman who shares her incredible journey from feeling like a modern day woman at the well...

Send us Fan Mail John Merrill Kirkman shares a thought-provoking message inspired by As a Man Thinketh about the power of our thoughts and the “garden” we cultivate in our minds. Using the analogy of planting seeds, this episode reminds listeners that whatever thoughts we repeatedly allow into our hearts will eventually shape our lives. Through scripture, faith, and practical encouragement, John t...

Send us Fan Mail John Merrill Kirkman shares an uplifting message about persistence, endurance, and continuing forward even when progress feels slow. Drawing from an ancient proverb and Philippians 3:14, this episode reminds listeners that growth is often quiet and gradual—not dramatic or instant. Through faith in Jesus Christ, we are called to keep pressing forward, trusting the process, and refu...

Send us Fan Mail John Merrill Kirkman shares a powerful message about the true character of God and why understanding His goodness changes everything. Drawing from author John Bushman and scripture in James 1:17, this episode challenges the common belief that God causes suffering to teach lessons. Instead, listeners are reminded that we live in a fallen world, and God’s role is not to hurt us but...

Send us Fan Mail John Merrill Kirkman shares a powerful analogy comparing our spiritual lives to a phone battery. Just like a phone can’t function without being plugged into power, we were never meant to navigate life disconnected from Jesus Christ. Drawing from Philippians 4:13 and John 15, this episode reminds listeners that true strength doesn’t come from relying solely on ourselves—it comes fr...

Send us Fan Mail John Merrill Kirkman leads a calming and uplifting guided meditation designed to help listeners release fear, self-doubt, and negative thoughts while reconnecting with the love and presence of Jesus Christ. Through deep breathing, visualization, and faith-filled affirmations, this powerful episode reminds listeners that they are never alone. Christ walks beside them, strengthens t...

Send us Fan Mail Are you feeling successful on the outside but spiritually exhausted on the inside? It is time to stop trying to add God on top of your life and start walking with him as your true source of identity and peace. In this episode of the Walking with the Savior podcast, host John Merrill Kirkman sits down with leadership coach Jill Cirillo to discuss how to integrate faith into your da...

Send us Fan Mail John Merrill Kirkman shares a powerful lesson from the story of the 12 spies in the book of Numbers, showing how two people can face the exact same challenge yet walk away with completely different perspectives. While 10 spies focused on fear and obstacles, Joshua and Caleb focused on God’s power and promises. This inspiring daily episode reminds listeners that what we focus on sh...

Send us Fan Mail John Merrill Kirkman shares a powerful message about the connection between our thoughts, our faith, and the life we create. Drawing from Marcus Aurelius, Dale Carnegie, scripture, and the story of Nephi building the ship, this episode reminds listeners that thoughts rooted in fear lead to doubt, while thoughts rooted in faith lead to growth and possibility. Through Jesus Christ,...

Send us Fan Mail John Merrill Kirkman shares a deeply moving message about the atonement of Jesus Christ and the true meaning of repentance. Drawing from Doctrine and Covenants 19, this episode reminds listeners that Christ’s suffering was real, personal, and done completely out of love. Repentance is not punishment—it’s relief. Jesus Christ already carried the pain, guilt, shame, and burden so we...

Send us Fan Mail John Merrill Kirkman shares a powerful message about gratitude and how it changes the way we experience life’s hardest moments. Inspired by President Russell M. Nelson’s teaching, this episode reminds listeners that gratitude doesn’t erase pain, sorrow, or struggle—but it does steady the heart and shift perspective toward hope. Even in the middle of life’s storms, gratitude helps...

Send us Fan Mail John Merrill Kirkman guides listeners through a peaceful and uplifting “Miracle Monday Morning Mantra Meditation” designed to help start the week centered on Jesus Christ. Through deep breathing, affirmations, and quiet reflection, this daily meditation reminds listeners that they are loved, guided, and capable through the Savior. A calming spiritual reset focused on faith, hope,...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever felt like you have gone too far for God to reach you or that your mistakes have defined your future? In this powerful episode of the Welcome with the Savior podcast, we explore the incredible journey of redemption and how to reclaim your true identity in Christ even after hitting rock bottom. Host John Merrill Kirkman welcomes Jeremy Hatcher to share his raw and hone...

Send us Fan Mail John Merrill Kirkman shares a powerful reminder that your worth is not tied to your achievements, income, appearance, or success. Using the analogy of a priceless diamond, this episode explains that your true value has already been established by the infinite price Jesus Christ paid through His atonement. In a world obsessed with hustling for validation, this message invites liste...

Send us Fan Mail John Merrill Kirkman shares a powerful message about fear, faith, and becoming stronger through Jesus Christ. Fear may tell you to stop, shrink back, or believe you’re not enough—but scripture teaches that God gives power, love, and courage, not fear. Using examples from David and Goliath, Eleanor Roosevelt, and Philippians 4:13, this episode reminds listeners that courage isn’t t...

Send us Fan Mail John Merrill Kirkman shares a powerful reminder for anyone who feels like they’re falling short spiritually, emotionally, or personally. Drawing from the teachings of Elder Jeffrey R. Holland and Ether 12:27, this episode explains that God doesn’t expect perfection before we come to Him—He asks us to come as we are. Instead of seeing yourself as a failure, this message encourages...

Send us Fan Mail  John Merrill Kirkman shares a powerful reminder that discipleship isn’t built on feelings—it’s built on faithful action. In this inspiring daily episode, he explains how real spiritual growth comes from choosing to do what’s right even when it’s hard, inconvenient, or uncomfortable. From prayer and patience to service and forgiveness, this message encourages listeners to stop wai...

Send us Fan Mail  John Merrill Kirkman shares a deeply moving message inspired by General Conference: Jesus Christ is not the burden we carry—He is the relief that helps carry us. Through the story of a young boy refusing to remove a picture of Jesus from his overloaded backpack, this episode reminds us that life’s “rocks” will come, but removing Christ from our lives only makes the journey harder...

Send us Fan Mail What happens when the son of a contract killer finds himself trapped in a cycle of violence and incarceration? In this powerful episode of the Walking with the Savior podcast, host John Merrill Kirkman sits down with Denny Winebaugh, author of Outlaw to Salvation, to discuss a life transformed by the radical grace of Jesus Christ. Denny shares his raw journey from the streets and...

Send us Fan Mail  John Merrill Kirkman shares an uplifting reminder that big life change often starts with small daily choices. From waking up earlier to staying calm in difficult moments, these “small wins” build momentum and slowly shape who we become. Tying together psychology, scripture, and faith, this powerful daily message encourages listeners to trust the process, embrace small beginnings,...

Send us Fan Mail  John Merrill Kirkman shares a powerful reminder from General Conference: God knows you personally—by name. Reflecting on stories from scripture and the words of Elder Clément M. Matswagothata, he emphasizes that Christ sees your joys, sorrows, burdens, and silent tears. This uplifting daily message encourages listeners to stop trying to earn love and instead walk confidently from...

Send us Fan Mail What does it truly mean to walk with the Savior every single day? In this moving episode, we explore how dedicated service and a focus on Jesus Christ can transform your heart and provide relief from the heaviest burdens of life. Host John Merrill Kirkman sits down with Liberty Kirkman and Sophia Skinner to discuss their recent experiences serving full time missions for the Church...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever wondered how a simple loaf of bread could change your perspective on the Savior? In this moving episode, author Ganel-lyn Condie shares how the art of making sourdough became a powerful ministry and a way to find Jesus in the midst of life's hardest transitions. Join us for an uplifting conversation with Ganel-lyn Condie as she discusses her latest book, Sourdou...

Send us Fan Mail Imagine turning a tiny 86 dollar micro loan into a thriving business with twelve factory buildings. In this inspiring episode of the Walking with the Savior podcast, host John Merrill Kirkman sits down with humanitarian extraordinaire Warner Woodworth to discuss a lifetime dedicated to fighting global poverty. From the favelas of Brazil to the villages of West Africa, Warner share...

Send us Fan Mail Imagine waking up in a hospital bed to the news that you will never see again after being shot by your own father. For Adam LaSalle, this was not the end of his story, but the beginning of a profound spiritual journey that led to a peace beyond understanding. In this moving episode, we explore how losing physical sight allowed Adam to truly see the world through God’s eyes. Host J...