Holy Middle

Chandler Petrak explores the challenges of maintaining a vibrant prayer life, emphasizing the importance of presence, faith, and community in prayer. He shares personal insights, biblical references, and practical tips to help believers deepen their connection with God. The importance of being fully present with God in prayer Biblical insights on God's omnipresence and our response Practical w...

Most Christians believe in sharing their faith… but almost no one actually does it. Why? In this conversation, we expose what’s really holding people back—from fear and awkwardness to the way evangelism has been modeled wrong for years. Nate shares his testimony and some crazy real-life stories, and we get honest about what works, what doesn’t, and what needs to change. We also break down the tens...

In this episode, I’m sharing 4 short books that genuinely changed my walk with God, my mindset, and how I lead. These aren’t the typical recommendations—and you can get through them faster than you think. If you’ve ever wondered what actually helps someone grow spiritually and stay grounded, this is it! Which one surprised you the most? Subscribe for more on faith, leadership, and real growth!

Are these common Christian beliefs actually biblical… or just popular? In this video, we ask about tattoos, suicide, dispensational theology, and more! We look at why people believe these, what Scripture REALLY says, and why it matters for your faith. Truth over tradition! FOLLOW THE SHOW FOR MORE CONTENT!

Politics is discipling people every day. The real question isn’t whether Christians should engage in politics. The real question is: Will politics disciple you, or will Christ? If Jesus is Lord — not a candidate, not a party, not a president — then our engagement must look different. In this video, Chandler unpacks three convictions for faithful Christian political engagement: • Formation Before E...

What if the fastest way to grow spiritually… is to first learn how people lose their way? In this episode of The Holy Middle , Chandler Petrak flips the script and walks through the surprisingly common habits that quietly sabotage our relationship with God. From replacing intimacy with routine, to comparing your calling to someone else’s highlight reel, to isolating yourself in seasons where you n...

A real, honest conversation on women in ministry, feminism, politics, immigration, Trump, and what the Bible actually says. Chandler Petrak sits down with Allie Mendoza to navigate the tension between culture, Scripture, and calling—right in the Holy Middle. If you’re committed to living faithfully in the Holy Middle, leave a review, subscribe and follow, and join the journey!

A personal testimony about an encounter that changed my life. Join me as I share some of the highlights of radical encounters with Jesus that transformed my life. I share the brokenness I walked through and how I overcame it.

In this eye-opening episode of The Holy Middle, Chandler Petrak sits down with his father-in-law, Mr. Almaraz, to share a story of faith, redemption, and transformation that will inspire anyone who feels trapped by their past. Together, they dive deep into three pervasive lies that many in today’s generation struggle with—lies that can shape our identity, limit our potential, and keep us from expe...

In our quest to understand the Bible, we often find ourselves grappling with the ancient texts that form its foundation. In a recent episode of the Holy Middle Podcast, host Chandler Petrak engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Dr. Nathan French, a Bible scholar dedicated to unraveling the complexities of Genesis. Together, they explore the significance of reading Genesis not as a moder...

What does it really look like to balance faith, culture, and calling in today’s world? In this episode of The Holy Middle , Chandler Petrak sits down with Pastor Jonathan Rivers to dig into the tough questions pastors and Christians face every day. From navigating ministry when it gets heavy , to keeping theology practical and people-focused , to the “holy middle” in cultural debates — this conver...

How to Think This Halloween as a Christian Halloween sparks a lot of opinions—especially for Christians. In this episode, we dig into how to think critically and biblically about the holiday. We cover: Why some call it “just demonic” and what ex-satanists have to say The difference between overt and hidden associations, and between celebration vs. engagement How Jesus interacted these ideas? Tradi...

Are you called—but not ready? In this episode of Holy Middle, Pastor Sam Velez from Laredo, Texas, joins Chandler Petrak to unpack what it really means to live out your calling. Together, they dive into:-The journey of answering God’s call to ministry-The real challenges and responsibilities of pastoring-How to build relationships and truly shepherd a congregation-Balancing compassion and correcti...

We’ve all heard popular Christian sayings that sound biblical… but aren’t. In this episode, I break down a few common phrases that many believers still repeat — and what Scripture actually says instead. From “The Holy Spirit is a gentleman” to “Christians can’t have demons,” we’re confronting ideas that sound spiritual but drift from truth. The goal isn’t to attack anyone — it’s to bring us back t...