Every Day Matters w/ Pastor Jeff Simmons

In this episode of Every Day Matters , Pastor Jeff sits down with longtime friend, decorated Air Force pilot, and financial advisor, Pat Moore, for a conversation about a lifetime of faith. Pat shares how he came to know Christ as a young boy and how his faith deepened through marriage, military service, and the influence of mentors and community. Then, in his early fifties, an unexpected encounte...

Pastor Jeff sits down with Rolling Hills Executive Pastor, Eric Rojas, to discuss the faith that shaped his life. Raised by a single mom in South Elgin, Illinois, Eric faced financial hardship and an absent father, but his mother introduced him to Jesus, a foundation that would guide his life and ministry. Eric shares how a college rededication led to a clear call to ministry and how he and his wi...

What does it actually look like to follow Jesus in everyday life—not just on Sundays? Pastor Jeff and Kelly Minter explore that question on this episode of Every Day Matters . Kelly shares updates from her life and ministry, including finishing seminary, working on a new Bible study in Acts, and revising her Amazon ministry book. She reflects on how being stretched and supported through different...

In this episode of Every Day Matters, Pastor Jeff talks with his longtime friend and college roommate, Wayne Williams, a pastor in Waco, Texas. Wayne shares how his faith began at Baylor University through the influence of Christ-centered friendships and a personal moment of surrender to Jesus. That decision reshaped his future, leading him into ministry and a lifelong commitment to following God...

Pastor Jeff sits down with his wife, Lisa, to celebrate 25 years of marriage and reflect on the journey they’ve shared. They talk about embracing every season, from early adventures to raising kids, and learning not to rush past the present. Through each stage, they’ve discovered the importance of finding joy, trusting God, and making the most of where He has them right now. Lisa shares about one...

In this episode of Every Day Matters, Pastor Jeff talks with Zac Woodfin, strength coach for the Tennessee Titans, about living out faith in everyday life. Zac shares how growing up in a Christ-centered home laid a foundation, but it was in his transition from high school to college that he chose to stop living a double life and fully follow Jesus. That decision continues to shape how he leads his...

In this special post-Easter conversation, Pastor Jeff reminds us that Easter isn’t just a day we celebrate, it’s a way we live. The resurrection invites us into a daily relationship with Jesus where our faith grows beyond Sunday moments and into everyday life. Whether you’re new to faith or have followed Christ for years, simple steps like spending time in God’s Word, being part of a church, and l...

Bryson Kessler, former Rolling Hills staff member and founder of Clover and Bee, shares how following Jesus extends into every part of life—ministry, business, and family. She reflects on seasons of grief, including her mother’s passing and her sister Beth’s decade-long battle with cancer, and how those experiences shaped her faith and daily reliance on God. Through these trials, Bryson learned th...

Pastor Jeff sits down with Scott Koon to talk about the quiet but powerful influence of growing up in a home where faith was lived out daily. Scott reflects on how watching his parents serve others and stay rooted in God’s Word shaped his own faith, family life, and the way he approaches his career and relationships today. Their example reminds us that the small, faithful moments of everyday life...

In this episode of Every Day Matters, we hear how one simple yes to God can lead farther than you ever imagined. Pastor Jeffc sits down with Anna Townsend, longtime Rolling Hills preschool pastor now serving as a missionary in the Amazon with Justice & Mercy International. Anna shares how her faith began at seven years old through honest questions and grew stronger in high school as she made h...

In this special Valentine’s-focused episode of Every Day Matters , Pastor Jeff reminds us that following Jesus is a daily journey, not something we save just for Sundays. He reflects on what it truly means to live fully and love well, drawing from Scripture and everyday life to show how God uses each day to grow our faith, shape our character, and deepen our relationships. Jeff challenges the way...

Everyday faith takes center stage as Pastor Jeff sits down with his close friend, Jeff Helton, for an honest and encouraging conversation about following Jesus beyond Sunday mornings. From the start, Jeff Helton shares his heart for living out faith in the ordinary rhythms of life, where work, relationships, and challenges meet real trust in God. His story reflects a deep belief that God is just a...

Clay Crossan joins Pastor Jeff to share how God met him in a season when success still felt empty. After chasing baseball, business, and comfort, Clay hit a breaking point with health scares, anxiety, and the fear of what comes after this life. That honest crisis sparked a deep search, and through Scripture, honest questions, and resources like Tim Keller’s, The Reason for God , Clay finally surre...

A brand-new year and the start of season two are here, and Pastor Jeff is inviting us to step into 2026 with fresh faith for everyday life. With Luke 9:23 as the anchor, he reminds us that following Jesus is a daily decision, not just a Sunday habit. This season kicks off by focusing on practical areas of health, starting with finances, one of the most common stress points in real life. Jeff sits...

Pastor Jeff closes out season one by reminding us why Every Day Matters exists. Following Jesus isn’t a once-a-week practice. It’s a daily invitation. He celebrates the way God has been moving through the podcast, through Rolling Hills, and through everyday people choosing small steps of faith that ripple into eternity. The heartbeat remains simple and steady. Every day holds opportunities to bles...

In this episode of Every Day Matters, Pastor Jeff talks with Mike Minter, a longtime pastor and faithful friend, about what it means to follow Jesus in everyday life. Mike shares how his faith became personal while reading the Gospel of John during a trip through Europe, realizing salvation is not earned through religious effort but received by trusting Christ. He also reflects on the powerful mom...

Pastor Jeff talks with special guest Jacob Helton to remind us that faith isn’t just for Sundays. In Luke 9:23, Jesus calls us to take up our cross daily—because every day is a chance to see God at work, love people well, and take the next faithful step. This episode leans into that heartbeat with real stories of God’s presence in both the beautiful and the messy moments of life. Jacob shares his...

In this episode of Every Day Matters, Pastor Jeff talks with Patrick Holcomb—a husband, father, and business owner—about finding wisdom through surrender and daily faithfulness. Patrick shares how God’s faithfulness has carried him through both success and hardship, teaching him that true strength comes when we stop striving and trust God completely. What began as a construction career became a ca...

In this episode of the Every Day Matters podcast, Pastor Jeff talks with longtime Rolling Hills Community Church member, Emily Holcombe, about wisdom, faith, and daily surrender to God. She shares how a decade of heartache, including five miscarriages, deepened her dependence on Him through daily prayer, Scripture, and quiet trust. Over time, God restored her marriage and, in an unexpected blessin...

Pastor Jeff sits down with longtime friend and marketplace leader Rick Welday, recently retired after 35 years at AT&T. Shaped by Young Life and a deeper grasp of God’s grace, Rick leans on Proverbs 3:5–6 to navigate pressure, change, and big decisions. From New York boardrooms to global teams, Rick shows what faith looks like on defense and offense—setting guardrails, leading with humility, a...

Pastor Jeff shares a candid, hope-filled reminder that faith is for the everyday, even the hard days. From John 16:33 and Psalm 23, he points us to Jesus as our peace and Shepherd who leads us through the valley, sustained by Scripture, prayer, and the presence of God’s people. He briefly walks through grief’s stages and highlights a sixth: finding meaning. Loss can sharpen our purpose as we love...

In episode 20 of Every Day Matters, Pastor Jeff  talks with Mary Katharine Hunt, CEO of Justice and Mercy International (JMI). She shares her journey from a successful career at LifeWay to stepping into God’s call to lead JMI, showing how faith is lived out daily and not just on Sundays. Mary Katharine reflects on the growth of JMI, from small mission trips to Moldova and the Amazon to a thriving...

In this episode of the Every Day Matters podcast, Pastor Jeff talks with former coach Mike Flynt about his powerful journey of faith. Though not raised in a Christian home, Mike’s life changed through the prayers and example of his wife, Eileen. After hitting rock bottom in a season of despair, he surrendered to Christ—a decision that not only saved him but later inspired others, including a man w...

Life is both beautiful and hard, but each day is a chance to discover your purpose and make an impact. In this episode of Every Day Matters, Pastor Jeff talks with Pastor Nic Allen about what it means to discern God’s will. Nic shares how saying “yes” to God has shaped his life, from growing up in faith to 18 years of ministry at Rolling Hills. Each season—whether moving, changing roles, or raisin...

Faith isn’t just for Sundays. It’s something we live out every single day! In this episode of the Every Day Matters podcast, Pastor Jeff Simmons sits down with a very special guest, his daughter, Mabry Simmons. Mabry has spent her entire life at Rolling Hills Community Church, growing in her faith and being shaped by the church community. She shares her story, her family’s influence, and the ways...