Christ in You: Conversations on Spiritual Formation

After twelve episodes together, Kendra and Kyler are pressing pause on Christ In You for the month of July before returning with new conversations in early August. In this brief update, they share what has been forming them lately, reflect on a few favorite episodes from the first season, and thank everyone who has listened, shared episodes, and joined the conversation. If you're new to the po...

Many Christians are comfortable talking about sin, repentance, and spiritual growth—but far less comfortable talking about joy. In this episode of Christ In You , Kendra and Kyler revisit the 3 Rs of Heart Renewal and spend time unpacking the often-neglected third R: Rejoice . Together, they discuss: Why many Christians stop at repentance and never move into joy The difference between biblical joy...

Few lines in the Apostles’ Creed raise more questions than this one: “He descended into hell.” What are Christians actually confessing when they say those words? In this episode of Christ In You , Kendra and Kyler explore the history, theology, and pastoral significance of one of the most misunderstood phrases in the Christian faith. Together, they discuss: What the Apostles’ Creed means by “he de...

Every Christian experiences seasons when God feels distant. Prayer can feel one-sided. Scripture may seem dry. Worship feels harder than it once did. In those moments, it's easy to wonder whether something is wrong—or whether God has withdrawn from us altogether. In this episode of Christ In You , Kendra and Kyler are joined by Pastor Peter Hwang of Redeemer Scripps Ranch to discuss the reality of...

Infant baptism is one of the most common questions people ask when they visit Redeemer—and one of the most misunderstood. In this episode of Christ In You , Kendra and Kyler share their personal journeys from Baptist and non-denominational backgrounds into a covenantal understanding of baptism. Together, they explore why Redeemer practices infant baptism, how covenant theology shapes their reading...

Summer often disrupts our normal rhythms—bringing both unique opportunities and unique challenges for spiritual formation. In this episode of Christ In You , Kendra and Kyler explore what it looks like to build a G.O.S.P.E.L. rule of life for the summer season. Together, they discuss: Why summer can feel both restful and chaotic What a “rule of life” actually is (and isn’t) How the gospel shapes o...

Our culture talks constantly about burnout, balance, and self-care—but is that what Sabbath is really about? In this episode of Christ In You , Kendra and Kyler are joined by Pastor Peter Nelson to explore the biblical meaning of Sabbath and why it matters for spiritual formation today. Together, they discuss: Why Sabbath is more than productivity recovery How rest exposes what we truly believe ab...

How does God actually use His Word to form us? In this episode of Christ In You , Kendra and Kyler open up about the passages of Scripture that have profoundly shaped their spiritual lives—both in this season and over many years of following Jesus. Together, they reflect on: What it means to ask, “What’s forming you?” Passages they continually return to in difficult seasons Scriptures that exposed...

The book of Acts is filled with powerful moments—miracles, bold witness, and the visible work of the Holy Spirit. But how should Christians today understand these events? In this episode of Christ In You , Kendra and Kyler are joined by Pastor Paul Kim to explore the role of the Holy Spirit in Acts and how it shapes our expectations for the Christian life today. Together, they discuss: Why spiritu...

Reading the Bible can feel confusing, intimidating, or even discouraging—but what if the problem is how you’re approaching it? In this episode of Christ In You , Kendra and Kyler are joined by Pastor Joel Yoon to unpack what it means to read the Bible as a Christian. Together, they explore how Scripture is not merely a rulebook or a collection of moral lessons, but a unified story pointing to Jesu...

Repentance is central to the Christian life, but it’s also often misunderstood. In this episode of Christ In You , Kendra and Kyler explore what biblical repentance really is (and isn’t). Together, they address common distortions—like confusing repentance with shame, regret, or self-punishment—and reframe it as a gift of grace that leads to restoration, not condemnation. They discuss the differenc...

Redeemer just began a new teaching series in the book of Acts this Sunday. In this follow-up to the series introduction, Kendra and Kyler are joined by Pastor Paul Kim to unpack some of the key themes and insights that didn’t fully make it into the sermon. Together, they explore how God is actively at work in his church, why Jesus remains at the center of Acts, and how the gospel continues to adva...

We often assume growth comes from doing more or knowing more—but what if it’s about Christ being formed in us? In this first episode of Christ In You: Conversations on Spiritual Formation , Kendra and Kyler explore what it really means to grow as a Christian. They unpack how everyday life shapes us, why spiritual formation is more than a checklist, and how the gospel reframes growth as something G...