Beyond Sundays

In the final episode of the  Beyond Sundays  podcast, Levi and Nick are joined by their wives, Casey and Jordan, for an honest conversation about how their marriages have grown over the past 11 to 13 years. They reflect on the shift from early habits to a more intentional partnership, sharing both responsibilities and the mental load to protect meaningful time together, while also laughing about h...

God is moving in the Big Country, and it’s happening in real, everyday places. In this episode, Levi and Nick are joined by Matt and Will for a conversation about what they’re seeing across our city. From young adults stepping into community, to families finding rhythm again, to ministries like Beltway Garage and Boots on the Ground meeting real needs in practical ways. It’s not loud or flashy. It...

In this episode, Nick and Levi are joined by Geoffrey and Sarah Turner as they explore the necessity of slowing down as parents in this ever-busy world. Diving into the depths of parenting, they explore the ways that Sabbath must be learned and modeled well when raising children. Other topics in today’s episode include the weightiness of parenting and the necessity of presence and sacrifice as par...

In this episode, Nick and Levi invite Pastor Ben Johnson onto the podcast to approach the topic of Healthy Conflict. In their conversation, they unpack the various forms of conflict and corresponding areas of surrender to the Lord that must be in place for various scenarios— from parenting to professionalism. Navigating topics such as forgiveness, freedom, and control, this episode is catered to t...

In this episode, Nick and Levi dive into a meaningful conversation on friendship and community. Through personal stories, they reflect on how vulnerability, prayer, and walking through trials together strengthened their friendship and deepened their faith. They explore how God uses relationships to shape us over time, how Jesus modeled intentional friendship, and why surrounding ourselves with the...

In this episode, Nick and Levi unpack the topic of fatherhood and all of its intricacies. They offer unique perspectives on the topics of fatherly presence, discipline, priorities, and rhythms while sharing their life experiences and personal journeys as young fathers. As good friends, they explore each other’s journeys into fatherhood while providing a nuanced perspective on the other roles men c...

In this episode, Nick and Levi sit down with Braden Crow to explore the topics of calling and anointing for the Christ follower. Pulling from biblical topics such as sanctification, refinement and obedience, Braden unpacks his journey into his new role as the Staff Culture pastor. He explores the navigation of uncertainty and the necessity of obedience when discerning fulfillment, satisfaction, an...

In this episode, Nick and Levi dive into a meaningful conversation on identity, mentorship, and spiritual maturity. Through personal stories, they reflect on the shift from finding identity in what we do to discovering who we are in Christ alone. They explore how God, community, mentors, and life experiences shape us over time, and how discipleship is a lifelong journey of growth. This episode enc...

In our final episode of the  Advent Together  series, Michael Smith sits down with Bethany and Paisley James to talk about the heart of Christmas—God’s love coming close. The James family shares stories from their joyful Christmas traditions, the kindness they see in others, and the simple ways we can show God’s love every day—writing letters to teachers, baking cookies for neighbors, giving gener...

This week, Wendy sits down with Kim Bihl and her daughters Emma and Maddie for a joy-filled, laughter-packed conversation about what it means to carry joy into everyday life. From puppy stories and holiday expectations to the simple ways we can spread joy in our city, the Bihl family shows how joy is both a gift from God and a choice we make. They remind us that joy isn’t dependent on circumstance...

Welcome to Week 2 of our Advent series on the Beyond Sundays Podcast, with Beltway Kids guiding us through this meaningful Advent season! In this week’s episode, Wendy sits down with Taryn Nelson and her daughter Nayvie for a sweet and honest conversation about what peace really looks like in the middle of real life. From navigating big emotions to learning simple “Jesus help!” prayers, Taryn shar...

Welcome to the Beyond Sundays Podcast—BK takeover edition! Host June Saunders kicks off our 4-week Advent Together series as we light the Candle of Hope and talk about what hope really looks like in everyday life. Evangelina (“Vangie”) Figueiras and her daughter Hadassah join us to share how hope often looks like believing, waiting, and trusting God—especially when the answer doesn’t come the way...

In the final week of our Wild Goose Chase series, Isabelle and Gennah sit down with Sarah to talk about what it means to run wild with God—leaving behind comfort to chase His purpose. Together, they share stories of faith, discipline, and surrender, reminding us that God’s purpose always leads to more than anything comfort could offer. Whether you’re in a season of stepping out, letting go, or jus...

In this week’s episode, Mason Kerby, Zach New, and Karson Grigsby dive into The Cage of Fear — one of the most common traps that keeps us from fully living out the purpose God has for us. The enemy uses fear and doubt to suffocate purpose — fear of failure, fear of man, fear of the future, fear of getting it wrong, or even fear that we have somehow missed our purpose. But God hasn’t called us to l...

In this week’s Beyond Sundays Podcast, we’re diving into Week 6 of the Wild Goose Chase series — The Cage of Failure. We all have moments when we’ve fallen short, missed the mark, or felt like we blew it completely. But what if failure isn’t final? What if it’s actually one of God’s greatest tools for shaping our faith, our character, and our calling? Join Ben Johnson and Zach Vassar as they talk...

In this episode, Pastor Geoffrey Turner sits down with Michael—owner of Crown of Thorns Barbershop—to share how a life marked by arrests, addiction, and shame was radically transformed after he cried out to God in 2020. Michael shares how forgiveness, repentance, Scripture, community, and accountability transformed his life, marriage, and fatherhood. Together they unpack how the enemy uses guilt t...

What happens when our assumptions—about the future, about ourselves, about others, and even about God—keep us from stepping into the adventure He’s inviting us to? Too often, the “what ifs” and the fear of change convince us to play it safe, assume the worst, or stay stuck where we are. But when you know the Lord is calling you forward and you choose to trust Him with the outcome, the unknown beco...

What happens when God calls you out of your comfort zone? In this episode, Sarah and Geoffrey Turner sit down with Keith & Megan Roberson to talk about breaking free from the cage of routine and learning to follow the Holy Spirit’s lead—even when it feels risky. From leaving their home and church family in Texas to pastor New River Church in Tennessee, to raising kids who take faith-filled ris...

Busyness isn’t always faithfulness. In this week’s episode of the Beyond Sundays Podcast, we dive into the story of Mary and Martha to uncover how even good responsibilities can become spiritual distractions. Join Renee and Alicia as they sit down to talk about why hustle is often mistaken for holiness and how distraction can be just as spiritually dangerous as disobedience. Our hope is that this...

What if following the Holy Spirit wasn’t about playing it safe… but stepping into a wild adventure? On the Beyond Sundays Podcast, Sarah, Braden, and Renee kick off our Wild Goose Chase series with a powerful convo about living a Spirit-led life. The Celtic Christians called the Holy Spirit a Wild Goose—untamable, unpredictable, and anything but safe. And that’s the kind of faith Jesus invites us...

In a world that often feels darker by the day, how do we raise families who shine the light of Jesus without being overwhelmed by the culture around them? In this episode, we sit down with Tai Ann McClendon to talk about what it truly means to be salt and light in today’s world. Many believers think the safest response is to pull back, protect, and isolate. But what if Jesus is calling us to somet...

In this bonus episode of the Beyond Sundays Podcast, we’re pulling back the curtain on what students are really navigating in today’s digital culture, even from a young age. From cell phones and iPads to YouTube and Snapchat, technology is shaping minds and habits faster than many parents realize. But this conversation isn’t rooted in fear or shame. It’s about empowering parents, students, and lea...

In this season finale, we dive into what it means to live a life that multiplies. Whether you're just discovering your purpose or have been walking in it for years, this episode will challenge you to think about legacy, not just impact. We'll explore how today’s obedience shapes tomorrow’s leaders. Our guest, Randy Turner, shares powerful real-life stories of investing in others, passing o...

What if your deepest pain is the very place God wants to speak peace and purpose? In this episode, Jake Mills shares his testimony as we explore how God works through suffering to shape, refine, and sometimes even reveal purpose. Anchored in the truths of Romans 8:28 and 2 Corinthians 12:9, this conversation dives into: - Wrestling with the “why” behind our pain - Encountering God in the middle of...

In this episode, we explore the sacredness of everyday work and how God uses vocations outside the church to advance His Kingdom. Our guests each share how their careers have become their mission fields. We’ll talk about what it means to live out Colossians 3:23-24, how to recognize God’s calling and purpose in your work, and why staying rooted in His Word is essential. Whether you’re in an office...