BY FAITH

In this episode, our host Kyia unpacks a truth most of us try to avoid: nothing good in life is convenient and the moment we start chasing ease over everything else, we lose the things that actually matter . She walks through the hidden "price tag" on community, hard work, marriage, NS forgiveness. She shows how every one of those costs comes with a reward on the other side that convenie...

In this episode, Kyia sits down with her husband Jake for an honest conversation about one of the most underrated parts of a healthy relationship, actually being present with each other. They open up about the moments that made them realize intentionality isn't optional, what quality time really means to each of them, and the small rhythms that have made the biggest difference in their marria...

In this episode, our host Kyia opens up about what it actually feels like when life piles on all at once and why pushing through isn't always the answer. She gets honest about the coping patterns we reach for when we're overwhelmed, the ones that look productive but quietly keep us stuck, and why feeling like too much is never a faith failure. Drawing from scripture and her own experienc...

In this episode, our host Kyia Stammer takes an unexpected look at the 2026 World Cup and discovers that the world's biggest sporting event is full of biblical truth. From Japanese fans quietly cleaning up a stadium after a draw, to underdog nations toppling giants, to 48 flags gathered on one field, Kyia unpacks five lessons hiding in plain sight on the soccer field, and invites listeners to...

In this episode, our host Kyia gets honest about one of the hardest things for driven young adults to do...stop. She explores why her generation struggles to slow down, what the Bible actually says about rest and the Sabbath, and how she and her husband have built a weekly practice of stepping away from the hustle together. Equal parts theological and personal, this episode is an invitation to rec...

What happens when two people who love each other are on completely different timelines for a life-changing decision?  In this episode, Kyia and Jake get honest about one of the most relatable tensions in relationships, one person ready to leap, and the other nearly immobilized by fear. They unpack what was really driving both sides, the spiritual work God was doing in each of them simultaneously,...

In this episode, our host Kyia Stammer explores a truth every believer knows but rarely talks about openly as Christians, we are always in one of three places: heading into a storm, in the middle of one, or coming out the other side. With grounding in scripture and practical wisdom for each season, she walks listeners through what each phase actually feels like, what God's Word says about it,...

In this episode, our host Kyia Stammer invites listeners to slow down and ask a question worth sitting with, what does it actually mean to be known? As social media promises connection and delivers comparison, Kyia explores the biblical truth that long before any platform, any audience, or any accomplishment, God already knew you fully and loved you completely. This episode is a gentle reminder th...

In this episode, Kyia's husband, Jake shares his honest perspective on six months of marriage. He begins the episode by reflecting on how love has exposed his selfishness, challenged him to lead with confidence, and taught him that commitment is a daily choice, not just a feeling. He opens up about learning to communicate, embracing the discomfort of growth, and why he believes marriage is le...

In this episode, our host Kyia Mochitani celebrates six months of marriage! She reflects on how being a wife has been different than she expected, in the most refining and meaningful ways. Drawing inspiration from The Excellent Wife, Kyia talks about the shift from expectation to growth, the daily choice of love, and how marriage shapes character, faith, and selflessness in real life. The Book I r...

In this episode, our host Kyia takes listeners inside her experience running the Boston Marathon, sharing the physical, mental, and spiritual journey behind one of the most iconic races in the world. From the discipline it took to qualify, to the energy of race weekend, to the emotional highs and lows of race day, she walks through every moment with honesty and depth. She opens up about the pressu...

In this episode, Kyia and her husband Jake explore how regularly reading the Bible impacts not just spiritual growth, but also mental health, emotional stability, and everyday decision-making. They walk through key Scriptures and explain how God’s Word actively transforms the heart and renews the mind. Listeners will leave this episode encouraged and equipped with simple, practical ways to build c...

In this episode, Kyia explores the struggle of dwelling on the past whether through regret, nostalgia, or longing for “better days.” She unpacks the deeper meaning behind Ecclesiastes 7:10. Kyia shares why the past often feels better than it actually was, how our minds selectively remember, and why God calls us to live fully in the now not in what used to be. Listeners will walk away with practica...

In this episode, Kyia dives into the often overlooked but deeply transformative season known as “the secret place.” Speaking to anyone who feels hidden, behind, or stuck in a season of waiting, she unpacks the truth that what feels like a pause may actually be preparation. This episode is both a challenge and an encouragement to stop resisting hidden seasons and start embracing them. Kyia shares p...

In this episode, our host Kyia Stammer shares the deeper meaning behind her love for marathon running and why it goes far beyond fitness. What started as a physical challenge has become one of her most personal and powerful ways of connecting with God. She opens up about how running has shaped her faith, from experiencing moments of peace and clarity often described as a “runner’s high,” to pushin...

In this episode, Kyia talks about why small compromises don’t work in her walk with the Lord. She unpacks how “partial obedience” is still disobedience and how subtle, seemingly harmless decisions can slowly distance believers from intimacy with God. Through Scripture and personal reflection, she shares how compromise often disguises itself as comfort, cultural relevance, or delayed obedience — an...

Kyia pulls back the curtain on her Tokyo Marathon journey, including the moments she didn’t show online. From preparation to finish line emotions, she reflects on what this race revealed about strength, pressure, and perseverance.

In this episode, our host Kyia Stammer explore Christian minimalism and how simplifying life can create space for a deeper relationship with God. They discuss practical ways to declutter physically, emotionally, and spiritually, share Scripture-based insights, and offer actionable steps for prioritizing what truly matters. Listeners are encouraged to let go of distractions and make intentional spa...

In this episode, our host Kyia hands off the mic to her husband Jake! This is Jake's first time filming a solo podcast episode. He talks about his first ever marathon. Think all things training, hardships, breakthrough, and his couch to 26.2 journey!

In this episode, our host Kyia Stammer dives deep into the lies we've believed for far too long, the lies that feel like our own voice but were never ours to carry. Kyia walks listeners through the enemy's oldest and most effective weapon: deception.  With practical steps rooted in Scripture, she equips listeners to identify the lies they've been agreeing with, call them out by name...

In this episode, host Kyia talks about what it truly means to be rooted in Christ rather than simply planted for a season. She shares powerful analogies about deep roots, strong foundations, and the difference between being spiritually portable versus being committed to a local church. Through Scripture and personal reflection, Kyia unpacks why lasting spiritual growth requires consistency, accoun...

In this episode, our host Kyia Stammer talks honestly about personal conviction and the tension that comes when God asks something of you that He doesn’t ask of everyone else. She discusses how the Holy Spirit leads individuals differently, why comparison can be misleading, and how learning to follow Jesus personally brings both freedom and intimacy with God.

In this episode, Kyia reflects on her experience running the Surf City Marathon—not to chase a personal record, but to pace her husband through all 26.2 miles. She shares the physical and emotional lessons of running side by side, and how holding back, staying present, and choosing unity revealed deeper truths about marriage, faith, and love.

In this episode, Kyia unpacks what Jesus really meant when He said to deny yourself, take up your cross, and follow Him. She reflects on how this call challenges modern culture, why self-denial isn’t self-hatred, and how surrender leads to true freedom. This conversation invites listeners to rethink what it means to follow Jesus daily—with honesty, obedience, and trust.

In this episode, Kyia reflects on what it really means to trust God’s plan...especially when clarity is missing. She shares how letting go of control, walking through uncertainty, and embracing obedience has reshaped her faith, marriage, and understanding of God’s character. This conversation is an invitation to trust God not because the plan makes sense, but because He is good.