Changing

Delegation is vital to help other people grow and improve (as well as help ourselves when we’re overloaded.) In today’s episode of Changing, Donald explains how to delegate church responsibilities better. For more context, check out our prior episode discussing the importance of humility. Here’s what many people skip when it comes to delegating: Exodus 18:20 - And thou shalt teach them ordinances...

There are things about Moses we often overlook. And in today’s episode of Changing, our host Donald Kelly goes through his life. In this first part of a two-part discussion, Donald looks at what we can learn from Moses and how living a humble life kept him a devoted servant of the Lord. The Lord can use us despite our shortcomings. God already knows all our weaknesses and flaws. So if he calls on...

Happy Easter from Changing! Easter is a day to celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ, and Christians around the world come together to celebrate. (For the history of the holiday, check out our previous episode!) Easter is a powerful holiday with a powerful message, and the meaning behind it shouldn’t be limited to one day. In today’s podcast, Donald discusses five ways to celebrate Easter all...

Easter is one of the most important holidays of Christianity. But what happened that made it the holiday today, with the eggs and bunnies? In today’s episode of Changing, Donald dives into the holiday history, helping us realize why Easter is so important and why we celebrate it the way we do.  Easter is the Christian holiday celebrating the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Following his resurrection...

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In today’s episode of Changing, Donald is joined by his spiritual mentor and friend, Randy Wilburn. As a child of Christ, Randy has seen firsthand the power and freedom that comes when we open our hearts to God. And in today’s episode, he shares some of what he’s learned over time. God is with us through all our trials and tribulations. Even figures like Joseph had many obstacles to overcome. But,...

It is easy to lose sight of our goals when comparing ourselves to others. So why do we fall into that mindset? In today’s episode of Changing, Donald explains how we can avoid this mistake and refocus on what matters: our relationship with Christ. Comparison isn’t always bad. But the issue arises when we compare ourselves to others. Today more than ever, we are addicted to our phones. (Many teenag...

When it comes to spiritual growth, there’s only one person who can improve and strengthen that growth - you! In today’s episode of Changing, Donald dives into five ways you can foster spirituality in yourself and help others do the same. Define your intentions As a child of God, our ultimate goal is to join Him in Heaven. But what can we do now to get there? You must be intentional. Set small, ach...

While COVID-19 had many adverse and traumatic effects across the globe, it also helped many people connect with God on a deeper level. Today’s episode of Changing features one of these stories. In this episode, Donald interviews Jaunai Walker to discuss how isolation and COVID led to her religious transformation. God guides us through every part of our lives, even if we don’t realize it. God was p...

Life is hard enough; why add more stress on top of it? We are prone to perfectionist tendencies; we hold high standards for ourselves and those around us. However, this behavior (while good in some situations) can lead to overloading our plates. In today’s episode of Changing, Donald interviews Matt Ruedlinger to discuss how we can call upon God to help ease our burdens in all instances, not just...

God has a message for all of us. For some, that message might be a small action or decision that carries a tremendous impact. Or, for others, it’s a huge action that also results in a big impact! In today’s episode of Changing, Donald is joined by Jon Hensley, a man who experienced the latter of these two scenarios. In this episode, he’ll recount his story of when he learned to listen to that voic...

In today’s episode of Changing, Mylena Sutton joins Donald to discuss her experience separating from and ultimately returning to God. While she might’ve left Him, God never left her. And His grace allowed her to find her way back to Him and continue on her journey. To Mylena, going to church as a child was like a family reunion.  While her family wasn’t conservative, she was still the first to att...

In today’s episode of Changing, Donald takes a look back to a fan-favorite episode from the Changing archives. He speaks to Stake President Andy Lustig about converting from Judaism to Christianity.  What is a stake president? The Stake President ministers to people, oversees the church bishops, and deals with the general dealings of the stake.  President Lustig grew up in Jamaica, Queens, New Yor...

Everyone experiences loneliness at some point or another. For many, the Covid pandemic brought this to light; quarantining in isolation has left many feeling alone and depressed. In today’s episode of Changing, Donald interviews public speaker and financial consultant Godfrey McAllister to discuss Godfrey’s feeling of loneliness and how he turned to God for help. Godfrey came to the United States...

Should you blindly obey the word of your parents, church leaders, and other important people in life? In today’s episode of changing, Donald shared his feelings about it, discussing when it’s important to push back against blind obedience while still living a Christlike life.  There’s a difference between learning and disobedience. Blind obedience is unquestionable obedience. Whether because of ma...

A core belief of Christianity is helping other people. But how can we do that to become a better disciple of Jesus? Find out on today’s episode of Changing.  Be anxiously engaged in a good cause. Anxious, in this case, means excitement and eagerness for a cause. Engage in something bigger than yourself, like sharing the gospel, serving in the military, or even donating time or money to a charitabl...

It can be difficult to make life changes when family continually reminds you of your past. In today’s episode of Changing, Donald shares how you can get past this obstacle to walk your Christlike journey with confidence. We make mistakes. It’s simply part of being human.  Changing requires your family to alter their perception of you, which can be challenging.  (Even if those changes are for the b...

Goal setting is essential for Christians; it’s through setting goals that we can continue to live our lives in the image of God. But how can we go about setting goals correctly? In today’s episode of Changing, Donald discusses five important things to remember while setting goals as a Christian.  We’re made in the image of God. Genesis 1:26-28 - And God said, Let us make man in our image, after ou...

Merry Christmas from TSE Studios! In today’s episode of Changing, Donald discusses the importance of the Christmas season. To Donald, Christmas means love. So what does it mean to you? Why did Jesus come in the first place? Jesus came because of our separation from God; we could only be reunited by repenting for our sins.  Jesus’s death on the cross and his atonement for our sins allow us to live...

For some, finding Christ can be a long and challenging process. But the result makes it all worthwhile. Today’s episode of Changing features Jermaine Ward, who developed his relationship with Christ while serving in prison. His incredible story shows that we can work to live a life full of prosperity and hope no matter our past. Growing up, his family life was volatile. As a kid, he watched someon...

In today’s episode of Changing, host Donald Kelly talks to Keith Diaferia about his transformation from Darkness to Light.  Even the people closest to Keith didn’t truly know who he was.  He was compelled to darkness through drugs, alcohol, and the nightlife.  While living in Chicago, Keith became affiliated with a gang, who became like a second family. Keith ignored the guidance of his parents an...

The holiday season isn’t just a time to give, it’s a time to serve and be thankful! In today’s episode of Changing, Donald discusses five easy ways everyone can share the gospel this holiday season. Offer service There are so many opportunities to serve others, wherever you are! You could offer hand sanitizer, help carry someone’s groceries or help someone put their shopping cart away. You can sim...

We’ve heard from amazing guests and heard great strategies and tips to become better followers of Christ. But no matter how many stories we hear, getting out of our comfort zone to make those positive changes can be difficult and overwhelming. So in today’s episode, Donald shares his three tips to make big changes in your life.    1. Pray for help and guidance.   There are countless examples in th...

It is incredibly important to be grateful for the many things we are given throughout our lives, but it is especially important this month: the month of Thanksgiving. As an example, today, Donald talks about 5 examples of individuals from the Bible who demonstrated gratitude.  The 10th Leper - 10 individuals were infected with leprosy, a chronic infectious disease that severely affects the skin. J...

Changing can take forms in many ways. From small elements to life-altering events, we constantly look for ways to better our lives. For today’s guest, a decades-long search for a church led her to a solid and lifelong relationship with the Heavenly Father. Cheryl Niedzwiedz learned changing is more than a Sunday activity, and that’s the story she shares on today’s episode.  Cheryl had fond memorie...