Dirt Road Disciples Podcast

Welcome to Dirt Road Disciples: in this episode Colt, Jeremy, Hunter, and Jacob unpack Acts 3, where Peter and John heal the man at the Gate of Beautiful, showing how Jesus transforms daily need into lasting joy, peace, and purpose. Join them for Scripture-driven reflections, real stories of redemption, and a clear invitation to call on the name of Jesus for peace and new life.

Colt, Jeremy, Billy, and Jacob sit down with guest Joey Cheek, a firefighter chaplain who shares his testimony of moving from addiction to a life transformed by Christ. Joey discusses his born-again experience, the ongoing work of sanctification, the “faith triangle” of Bible study, prayer, and worship, and a powerful account of his daughter’s near-fatal crash and miraculous recovery. This episode...

Charlie Eavenson shares a life shaped by faith: a 50-year marriage, a dramatic conversion, homeschooling, and a family transformed by international adoption. He recounts leaving corporate work, trusting God through job losses and the 2008 crash, and experiencing God’s provision through trials like cancer and risky adoption missions to Russia and Ukraine. Through stories of baseball drafts, homesch...

Randy Fordham joins the Dirt Road Disciples to share his life of faith, family, and service. He talks about meeting his late wife Leslie, her cancer journey, and how their work with the Outdoor Dream Foundation brought hope to children and families facing illness. Along the way Randy reflects on prayer, trusting God through grief, practical faith in rural life, and the power of community. This epi...

On this episode Colt, Jeremy, and Billy welcome Wesley Gaddis—Army veteran, husband, father, and lay pastor—for candid stories about faith, marriage, and discipleship. They discuss Romans 12, living sacrifice, valleys of life, restoration, and the power of small-group discipleship and prayer.   Wesley shares his journey from youth through military service to ministry, reflects on grieving his fath...

Join Colt and the Dirt Road Disciples as they welcome Barry Porter — a farmer, retired firefighter, husband, grandfather, and preacher — who shares his testimony of salvation, years of running from God’s call, and the moment he finally answered. Through stories of marriage, ministry, revival, and everyday grace, Barry offers encouragement and practical insight for anyone wrestling with doubt or se...

Join Colt, Billy, Hunter, Jacob and special guest DeMond Rivers as they share stories of faith, coaching, tent revivals, and real-life transformation in Franklin County. Hear how coaches, community outreach, and simple acts of faith have led to hundreds of salvations, renewed legacies, and practical steps for following Jesus.

Join the Dirt Road Disciples as they sit down with Pastor Stacy Lynch — paramedic, pastor, husband, and father — as he shares his powerful testimony of loss, grief, and restored purpose. From the pain of losing a son and a first wife to finding renewed hope, faith, and ministry, Stacy opens up about depression, surrender, and how Scripture guided him through the darkest seasons. This episode offer...

In this episode Dwayne Bishop shares his journey from band highs and personal lows to finding community and purpose at DEC. After a car accident revealed a serious tumor, Dwayne recounts the surgeries, the prayers that carried him, and how God’s timing turned hardship into hope. Through stories of music, marriage, and faith, Dwayne and the hosts reflect on trusting God’s plan, the power of small-g...

Jeremy Duggins joins the Dirt Road Disciples to share his journey as a husband, father, minister, and roofer. He opens up about struggles with sin, the work of ministry, and the daily call to walk in the light. Using a powerful deer-hunting story, Jeremy describes a season of conviction, confession, and restoration that led him back to faithful obedience and a renewed commitment to God and family....

Pastor Barry Black shares his testimony of being saved at 12 after finding a gospel tract, reconnecting with his wife Sharon during COVID, and finding his path into ministry. He talks about pastoring Anchor Bible Church, the joys and challenges of small-church life, and how marriage has shaped his ministry. This episode explores practical ways to share the Gospel—handing out tracts, using audio an...

Jason Dickerson joins Dirt Road Disciples to share raw, honest stories of marriage, fatherhood, and the moment faith became real — from a traumatic NICU birth to finding salvation and purpose in Christ. They discuss 26 years of marriage, the healing power of community and worship, the Easter play and the song "Remember Me," and the simple truth of "whosoever" in the gospel. This episode is about g...

In this episode Colt, Billy, and Jacob sit down with Pastor Lee Adams of Carlton Baptist Church to hear his journey into ministry, the realities of small-town church life, and the ways the gospel shapes daily work and outreach. They discuss marriage, Bible teaching, church growth before and after COVID, worship and music, relationships with a local Korean congregation, kids ministry, and Lee’s rol...

On this episode of Dirt Road Disciples the hosts unpack Luke 18’s conversation with the rich young ruler and explain that salvation cannot be earned but is given through Jesus’ life, death, and resurrection. They walk through the path of salvation—from Christ’s ministry to the cross, burial, and empty tomb—and issue a clear invitation to repent, trust Jesus, and accept God’s gift of grace.

On this episode of Dirt Road Disciples, Colt, Jeremy, Hunter, and Billy share candid conversations about worship, doubt, and everyday faith. Hunter returns to discuss swaying in church, authentic worship, and why sometimes we need to "let our hair down" in praise. The hosts unpack questions about assurance of salvation, fighting temptation, baptism, and joining a church, using Scripture and person...

On this episode of Dirt Road Disciples, Pastor Glenn Liyles shares his journey from Macon to ministry — stories of family, chaplaincy work, and leading Riverside Baptist. He discusses practical outreach like Good News Clubs, sports ministries, nursing home visits, and the ways everyday relationships open doors for the gospel. Listen for honest, down-to-earth reflections on being "all in" for Chris...

Colt, Jeremy, Billy, and Jacob welcome Todd Tyner — Air Force veteran, lab manager, husband of 40 years — as he shares a raw testimony of near-death, loss, and the moment he recommitted his life to Christ. They talk about faith made simple, the DEC church community, worship, the Sportsman’s Banquet, practical steps to salvation, and how real stories of redemption can encourage anyone walking the d...

Welcome to Dirt Road Disciples, where Colt, Parker, Billy, and Jacob sit down with Pastor Brandon Crunkleton of Pleasant Grove Baptist to explore his journey from teen youth pastor to senior pastor, his family and faith, and the realities of ministry. In this episode Brandon shares practical advice for young pastors, reflections on staying humble and close to God, the power of youth ministry, and...

Join the Dirt Road Disciples as Colt, Jeremy, Billy, and Jacob sit down with Mark Pulliam — husband, grandfather, long-time lawman, and church security volunteer. Expect humor (a misplaced hobby horse), family stories, and candid conversation about faith, service, and community. Mark shares his testimony, how law enforcement has opened doors for ministry, and why staying connected to church matter...

Pastor Jerome Hill joins Dirt Road Disciples to share his powerful testimony of coming to faith—sparked at a funeral and the 23rd Psalm—overcoming alcoholism, and seeing a 38-year marriage restored. He also discusses pastoring Truth Fellowship, the role of preaching and music, and living a life transformed by Scripture. This episode mixes honest storytelling, practical ministry wisdom, and a clear...

On this episode of Dirt Road Disciples, the hosts—Colt, Jeremy, Billy, and Jacob—recount a recent Revive trip, share funny moments about weather, bread runs, and homemade guitar nicknames, and reflect on how God provides in practical ways. They discuss the power of prayer, stewardship of family and livestock, lessons from Scripture (including James and Mark), and honest struggles in relationships...

In this episode of Dirt Road Disciples, pastor and dump truck driver Mitch Elder shares his powerful testimony of addiction, salvation at age 37, and 40 years of marriage rebuilt by faith. He recounts near-death moments, God-led restoration with his sons and father, and how obedience opened doors to ministry, prison outreach, and evangelism. Colt, Jeremy, Billy, and Jacob discuss practical lessons...

Welcome to Dirt Road Disciples — in this episode Colt and Jeremy host pastors Tyler Dove and Austin Swift for candid stories about ministry, family, and miraculous life changes. Guests share testimonies of healing and recovery, discuss small‑church revival and daily faith, and offer a clear, simple presentation of how to accept Christ.

Join the Dirt Road Disciples as Colt’s seat stays empty, but conversation and Christmas spirit fill the room. The hosts share memories of holiday traditions, gifts, and family moments, then reflect on the true meaning of Christmas through the stories of Simeon, Mary, and John the Baptist. They discuss obedience, finding your place in church, and upcoming ministry events—a night of worship and a nu...