Processing

What if the story of David and Goliath is about more than defeating the giant in front of you? In this episode, we talk about hearing God’s voice, remembering His faithfulness, and learning which voices deserve our attention. From fighting fear to speaking truth over our circumstances, this conversation is a reminder that no matter what giant you’re facing, God still gets the final word. 

Logan sits down with his parents, Pastors Rob and Becca Ketterling, to talk about raising kids, releasing control, navigating family conflict, and learning how to influence your adult children without trying to manage their lives. From family dysfunction to grandparent boundaries, they share honest lessons from decades of parenting and the kind of wisdom you probably won’t get from AI.

How do you raise kids who are ready for adulthood while helping them build a faith of their own? Logan sits down with Carter and Paula to talk about what they’ve learned from raising seven kids and beginning to send them out into the world. They share practical wisdom on building independence, letting go, navigating dating and social media, teaching responsibility, and creating a home where faith...

Processing is back! Logan sits down with Davey and Nicole to talk about parenting, marriage, and everything they’ve learned while raising a family. From the things no one prepares you for to learning how your priorities change as your family grows, they have an honest conversation about embracing the season you’re in, keeping your marriage strong, and being intentional with the time you have with...

In his last regular episode as co-host, Kirk shares ten things he's learned from Pastor Rob over 15 years at River Valley on faith, generosity, trust, and how to leave a place well. Logan and Kirk look back on some of their favorite moments from the podcast, talk through what's next, and close with a heartfelt send-off as Kirk and his family head to Texas. 

After 15 years at River Valley, Kirk shares the news: he and his family are stepping into a new calling as lead pastor of Freedom Church in Texas. Logan and Kirk talk through how it all started, the difference between staying planted and taking a faith leap, and what it means for the podcast going forward. Then: a wide-ranging conversation on the WNBA and trans athletes, culture, and why speaking...

Dave, Connor, and Josiah recap Sunday's message on Galatians 4, slave mentality vs. sonship. Then react to a viral video of "Apostle" Catherine Crick and dig into what actually makes someone an apostle or prophet. From there: speaking in tongues, discerning what's really from God, and a listener question on what a healthy Sabbath looks like. 

Fresh off watching Dude Perfect live, Logan and Kirk unpack what it means to pursue excellence without letting it slide into pride and why efficiency isn't always the same as faithfulness. Then a listener question kicks off a candid, no-fluff conversation about the singleness epidemic in the church, and what guys (and girls) actually need to do about it!

What are you really trusting in when everything else gets stripped away? Logan and Josiah recap Sunday's message on Galatians 2, dig into what humility actually looks like in daily life, and answer a listener question on the character God's been shaping in each of them. Plus, the story of the couch Josiah didn't want to carry up three flights of stairs, and what it taught him!

The boys who make noise are back behind the mic! Zeus and Dave share stories from youth camp, Serve Day, and everything that's been happening during the busy summer season. They then dive into Galatians 1, discussing why the gospel of Jesus doesn't need anything added to it and how believers can guard against false teaching. We wrap things up by blind ranking movements that have influenced Christi...

What happens when technology moves faster than we can keep up? And how do followers of Jesus respond without living in fear? This week, Kirk and Logan are joined by Davey Collins for an honest conversation about AI, discipleship, contentment, and why God's truth never changes...even when everything around us does.  Be sure to subscribe, leave a comment, and let us know what you'd like us to proces...

In this episode of the Processing Podcast, Pastor Kirk is joined by pastors Josiah and Connor for a conversation on the 4th of July, patriotism, and what it means to be grateful for America while keeping Christ and His kingdom first. Together, they reflect on American freedom, unity, the responsibility Christians have to live as a witness, and how the return of Christ should create urgency, righte...

Pastor Rob joins the podcast with Logan for a meaningful conversation that begins with Kids Camp, Father’s Day, and memories of Pastor Rob’s dad. They reflect on Jonah’s response to God’s mercy, the challenge of loving people we disagree with, and what it means to stay on mission in Minnesota and beyond. The episode closes with future vision for River Valley, the importance of listening to the Lor...

In this episode of Processing, attorney and True North Legal General Counsel Renee Carlson joins Kirk and Logan to discuss some of the legal battles and court cases impacting churches, religious freedom, and biblical values in Minnesota and across the nation. Together, they unpack high-profile cases involving churches, prison ministry, free speech, and the growing tension between faith and public...

In this episode, Anthony and Josiah process everything from coffee, sabbatical, church unity, and the launch of River Valley Tokyo to identity, truth, and cultural conversations happening right now. They also talk through aliens, Disclosure Day, biblical cosmology, and why Christians should stay focused on the substance of the gospel instead of getting lost in distractions. The conversation closes...

Logan and Kirk are joined by recent high school grads for a candid conversation about growing up in the church, stepping into the next season of life, and what it looks like to carry their faith forward. The guys dive into the dynamics between generations, why honoring the Boomers and older saints around us matters more than we think, and wrap up with a fun deep-dive into clean comedy and why Nate...

Pastors Anthony and Dave take over this week’s episode of Processing Podcast for a wide-ranging conversation on Memorial Day, patriotism, faith, and honoring fallen soldiers. They also work through listener questions about Disney movies, yoga, forgiveness, and how Christians can use discernment in everyday life. The episode closes with a challenge for men to step into spiritual strength, disciplin...

Kirk and Logan are back together for a wide-ranging conversation on faith, family, and life in the Spirit. They discuss how to lovingly reach family members who may identify as Christians without showing spiritual fruit, how parents can think wisely about kids and social media, and why Pentecost still matters for the church today. The episode closes with a deeper reflection on prayer, waiting on G...

Kirk is joined by guest evangelist Micah Mac as the podcast returns to its normal weekly rhythm after a four-part live YouTube series on the book of Samuel. They kick things off by processing Minnesota playoff storylines, late-night games, and the drama surrounding controversial moments in sports before shifting into the renewed conversation around UFO files, disclosure, and how Christians should...

This week, Logan is joined by Pastor Dave Olson and Pastor Jamer Shrum as they wrap up the Samuel series with a verse-by-verse conversation through 1 Samuel 16. They unpack the anointing of David, what it means to be a person after God’s own heart, and how God looks beyond outward appearance to the inner life. Along the way, they talk about obedience, worship, the power of the Holy Spirit, faith-f...

This week, Logan and Kirk are back as we continue our Samuel series with a verse-by-verse walk through of 1 Samuel 8. They talk honestly about Israel’s demand for a king, the danger of wanting what everyone else has, and how getting what we want is not always the same as receiving God’s blessing. It’s a real conversation about leadership, surrender, trusting God’s timing, and letting Scripture sha...

Pastors Zeus, Dave, and Josiah continued the church’s Live Processing episodes in the Samuel Series with a verse-by-verse walk through of 1 Samuel 7, exploring Israel’s return to the Lord and the call to wholehearted repentance. Their conversation unpacked what it means to surrender fully, depend on God, and remember His faithfulness in every season. It’s a thoughtful, Scripture-centered discussio...

We went live on YouTube for the first time as part of our Samuel series, kicking things off with a verse-by-verse walk through of 1 Samuel 3. Pastor Rob joined us as we slowed down and spoke honestly about what it looks like to hear God’s voice and respond to it. It’s a real conversation  working through Scripture together and figuring out what it means for everyday life.

Logan and Anthony cover everything from Artemis II and public skepticism to a deeper discussion on the gospel, the thief on the cross, and the life-changing reality of Easter weekend. They unpack how salvation is not earned by religious performance but received through the grace of Jesus Christ. The episode wraps with reflections on Jaden Ivey, Christian courage, and the importance of standing on...

In this episode, Kirk and Logan help listeners think through big leadership questions, personal boundaries, and the deeper issue underneath it all—who we ultimately trust to lead our lives. It speaks directly to listeners who want to follow Jesus with conviction, wisdom, and spiritual maturity. It’s a reminder that while the world looks for strong leaders, our hope is rooted in the one true King.