Audacious Faith

In this unscripted, Spirit-led conversation, Pastor Jay Gauthier sits down with Steve Wormer and Jerry Roisentul for a candid discussion about faith, hardship, purpose, and what it really means to follow Christ. Together, they explore why God often uses trials to shape us, the difference between living for ourselves versus living for God’s purposes, and why the Christian life isn’t a promise of co...

What happens when someone spends the first 40 years of life without Christ, and then everything changes? In this inspiring episode of Audacious Faith, Pastor Jay sits down with a man whose story is a powerful reminder that God’s timing is never late. After coming to faith at age 40, his life took a completely different direction. Today, he serves as an elder in his church, leads and mentors others...

What happens when life turns upside down and the storm refuses to let up? In this powerful and deeply personal conversation, Pastor Jay sits down with Tracy Robert to talk about faith, suffering, healing, and the God who never walks away. Tracy shares how God carried her through some of the hardest seasons of her life — seasons that tested her faith, stretched her heart, and ultimately brought her...

In this powerful and encouraging conversation, Pastor Jay sits down with Chris and Antoinette Saveedra to talk about how God completely transformed their lives and led them into a journey of faith they never expected. Coming from difficult backgrounds and far from where they are today, they share how God began changing their hearts, their priorities, and their purpose through simple obedience and...

In this powerful conversation, I sit down with Lenee’ Pezzano, also known as The Redeemed Perfectionist, to unpack what it truly means to walk in the grace of God. So many believers find themselves stuck in a cycle of striving—trying to earn God’s approval through performance, rules, and religious expectations. But that was never the heart of the Gospel. Together, we dive deep into the tension bet...

In this powerful and eye-opening conversation, I sit down with Rachel Borntrager to talk about something that impacts every single one of us—our health. Rachel shares practical, real-life insight into how what we eat, what we take, and how we live are directly shaping how we feel every day. This isn’t about trends or quick fixes—it’s about understanding your body, making intentional choices, and b...

In this conversation, Jay Gauthier sits down with Eric Houser to talk about one of the most important and often neglected habits in the Christian life: consistently getting into the Word of God. It’s easy to get busy, distracted, or inconsistent, but spiritual growth doesn’t happen by accident. It happens on purpose. Eric shares the importance of building a daily rhythm in the Word, not just readi...

In this powerful and deeply moving conversation, I sit down with Sofia Carpenter to hear a story that could have ended in tragedy… but instead became a testimony of God’s redeeming power. Sofia’s life took a devastating turn after a severe car accident that left her facing multiple surgeries, overwhelming pain, and moments where she questioned whether she even wanted to keep going. What followed w...

What if the biggest thing holding you back isn’t your circumstances—but the beliefs you’ve accepted about yourself? In this powerful episode of the Audacious Faith Podcast, Jay Gauthier sits down with Donna Tashjian, founder of Vibrant Living International and creator of the Spiritual Intelligence Method, to explore how faith can transform even the most painful beginnings into a life of purpose an...

In this powerful and deeply engaging conversation, I sit down with Kimberly Wardell-Croley for a meaningful discussion on testimony, God’s intentional work in our lives, and the truth that nothing He does is accidental. We talk about how God reaches into lives in unexpected ways—and why our stories matter more than we often realize. One of the most compelling parts of this episode is our explorati...

In one of the most raw and transformative conversations we’ve had on the Audacious Faith Podcast, I sit down with Raquel Soto — a woman who survived four suicide attempts and now helps others rewire their minds for purpose. Raquel shares how, in her darkest moments, God intervened. Instead of giving up, she began asking deeper questions: Why was I thinking this way? What was happening in my brain?...

Faith in the Fire: Healing, Survival & Protecting the Next Generation ft Danielle Rambur | 163In this powerful and eye-opening conversation, I sit down with Danielle Rambur to talk about faith, survival, and the battle many families don’t even realize they’re fighting. Danielle shares her journey as a survivor and how her faith became the anchor that carried her through some of life’s darkest...

In this powerful episode, former TV reporter turned international speaker and Signature Story Strategist Molly Gomez shares how to rise as a communicator without compromising your calling. We talk about finding your voice, owning your authority, and becoming a standout presence—whether you’re on a stage, online, or behind the scenes. Molly breaks down the difference between speaking for applause a...

In this powerful and deeply moving episode, Jay sits down with Sam and Ruth Vasquez to share their extraordinary testimony—a story marked by unimaginable pain, radical intercession, and the transforming grace of God. Ruth vulnerably opens up about her journey through sexual abuse, trauma, and a season of desperate pleading for God to rescue her. What followed was nothing short of divine interventi...

In this inspiring and down-to-earth episode, Jay sits down with Carrie Myers for a powerful conversation about what it really means to walk in confidence, healing, and wholeness—not just spiritually, but emotionally, mentally, and even physically. Together, they explore the connection between faith and fitness, overcoming shame, rebuilding your mindset, and stepping fully into who God created you...

What happens when God flips the script on your personality? In this heartwarming episode, Jay sits down with Andy Pearce—a once-quiet introvert turned passionate encourager—to explore how God can take the unexpected and turn it into a calling. From student ministry to the dining room at Chick-fil-A, Andy shares how every conversation becomes a divine appointment, and how the classroom, the church,...

In this powerful and faith-stirring conversation, Jay sits down with Emma Ocop to talk about what it really means to hear the voice of God—and have the courage to follow it. Emma shares profound insights from her own journey of intentionally seeking God, surrendering personal agendas, and choosing obedience even when it’s hard or uncomfortable. Together, they explore how alignment with God’s agend...

In this inspiring episode, Jay sits down with Victoria Burmeister, a motivational powerhouse who defied the odds after facing paralysis at 19. Now an entrepreneur, speaker, and wellness advocate, Victoria shares her journey of turning adversity into purpose, building a life and business grounded in faith, freedom, and fierce resilience. Together, they explore:    •    How to break free from self-i...

Have you ever found yourself—or someone you love—caught in a relationship that slowly drains your joy, peace, and identity? In this powerful and eye-opening episode, I sit down with author and speaker Zakiya Robinson to talk about her new book, The Exit Plan: Leaving a Narcissist. Zakiya shares from her own deeply personal journey of surviving not one, but multiple relationships entangled with nar...

In this special episode, I sit down with my daughter Melody and son-in-law Siaosi Aiono, the visionary founders of New Life Sports Academy. What started as a dream became a step of radical faith — and that step turned into a blueprint for impact. We talk about the challenges and blessings of building something from the ground up — from developing young athletes with character, to navigating compet...

In this deeply moving episode, Pastor Jay sits down with Steve Wormer—pastor, podcaster, and founder of the You Are Worthy Network—for a raw and redemptive conversation about God’s relentless grace. Steve opens up about his journey through pain and brokenness: from the brink of marital collapse, the heartache of multiple miscarriages, and the unraveling of life as he knew it… to the moment God ste...

In this powerful episode, Jay sits down with fitness pro and influencer Ben Pruitt, who opens up about his journey from church kid to addict, from winning trophies to losing purpose—and how he finally discovered lasting fulfillment in a real relationship with God. Ben shares how even after earning his pro card, building a social media following, and chasing every form of success, he still felt emp...

Pastor Gilbert Zaragoza's story is a raw picture of grace. Once a passionate young Christian and street preacher, Gil’s world was shaken when a church crisis drove his family away. His path led him to worldly success—earning six figures—but also to destructive addictions that nearly cost him his life. After surviving two near-death incidents in one weekend and sinking as low as stealing from h...

After decades apart, God orchestrated a divine appointment to reconnect Jay with his high school classmate, Jerry—a man whose journey of faith, service, and impact will inspire you from start to finish. In this powerful conversation, they cover everything from the life-changing power of conversion to living with eternal purpose, helping others, and communicating truth with clarity. This episode is...

In this milestone episode, Jay Gauthier Sr. sits down with Jay Gauthier Jr. for a raw, unfiltered conversation about one of the most overlooked traps in the Christian life: the ways we disguise laziness as “humility” and use prayer as an excuse for procrastination. Together, they unpack how good intentions can quietly become holy-sounding excuses that keep us stuck instead of moving forward in obe...