Honest Christian Conversations

The modern church has a masculinity problem. While culture debates whether masculinity itself is toxic, many churches have struggled to clearly communicate what healthy, biblical masculinity actually looks like. In some cases, men feel unsure of their place in the church. In others, unhealthy expectations have created environments where men feel discouraged rather than strengthened in their faith....

Every message you send to me matters—especially when it comes from someone who is struggling and looking for encouragement. In this fanmail episode, I respond to a message about addiction and the challenges that come with trying to break free. These kinds of questions often spark meaningful conversations that help not just one person, but many listeners who may be walking through similar struggles...

What happens when your child turns 18? Suddenly, they are considered a young adult, and the role of a parent begins to change in ways we may not expect. Parenting doesn’t end when our children become adults—but navigating this new stage of life can feel unfamiliar and uncertain. There’s no clear roadmap for how the relationship shifts. In this minisode, I share some of the challenges I’ve faced as...

Do you remember your teenage years? The awkward self-consciousness, the deep search for identity, and the questions about purpose seemed to echo without clear answers. Every generation wrestles with those questions, but Gen Z is facing them in a world shaped heavily by social media, constant comparison, and competing voices telling them who they should be. In this episode of Honest Christian Conve...

Have you ever had a moment when your pride got the better of you—and you immediately felt the sting of regret? Humility is not something most of us are born with. It’s something we learn through daily choices and through the ways God shapes our hearts over time. In this minisode, I share a personal example of a moment when God used a situation in my life to humble me and remind me how easily pride...

Are you ready to live the low life? What would happen if we stopped fighting God and chose instead to surrender our pride and humble ourselves before Him? In this episode of Honest Christian Conversations , I sit down with Dustin Largusa, host of The Low Life Show . Dustin has built a powerful platform encouraging people to humble themselves before God and embrace a life that looks very different...

Could something good have come from COVID? Despite the hardships, losses, and disruptions the pandemic brought into our lives, God was still at work—even in the middle of uncertainty. In this minisode, I reflect on the COVID lockdown experience and ask an important question: Did you see God moving during that season? Sometimes it’s only in hindsight that we begin to recognize the ways God was shap...

“Be not weary in well doing, for in due season you shall reap.” In this episode of Honest Christian Conversations , I sit down with Jo’mel Powell, who shares a deeply personal story about what the 2020 pandemic revealed in his life. What began as an effort to save his marriage soon became something much bigger. As the world shut down during the pandemic, Jo’mel found himself fighting not only for...

If you could travel back to any moment in biblical history , where would you go? This fascinating question opens the door to so many possibilities. There are countless moments in Scripture that would be incredible to witness firsthand. In this minisode, I share a few of the moments I think would be amazing to experience and why they stand out to me. After listening, I would love to hear from you....

In this episode of Honest Christian Conversations , I continue the Christian Men Series , highlighting men who use their gifts and talents to serve God in unique ways. I’ll be honest—I'm not usually someone who gets excited about documentaries. But when the subject matter is engaging enough, I’ll give one a chance. In this conversation, I talk with Craig DeHut, co-founder of Appian Media. What beg...

“I forgive you.” Those three words can be incredibly difficult to say. There have been many moments in my life when forgiveness felt almost impossible. Maybe you’ve experienced that too. When someone has hurt us deeply, the idea of forgiving them can feel overwhelming. But over time, I began to realize something important: forgiveness isn’t just something we are commanded to do—it’s something that...

How many times have you told someone “I’m fine” when you knew that wasn’t really true? It’s something many of us do without even thinking. Saying those words often feels easier than explaining what we’re actually going through. But over time, constantly hiding our pain can keep us from experiencing the healing we truly need. In this episode, I talk with Kent Darcie about the emotional impact of gr...

In the previous episode, I had a powerful conversation with Debra McNinch about her journey as a Christian parent when her adult son announced that he was transgender. That conversation raises an important question many parents wrestle with: What can you do when you find yourself in this situation? In this minisode, I want to take a moment to reflect on that question. When something unexpected ent...

Parenting often brings unexpected challenges, but sometimes those challenges arrive in ways we never imagined. In this episode, I’m joined by Debra McNinch, who shares her personal journey as a Christian parent after her adult son announced that he was transgender. For Debra, this moment felt like a sudden wave crashing into the peaceful rhythm of her family life. During our conversation, Debra sp...

What do you believe about the Bible—and why do you believe it? For many of us, faith begins with trust. We grow up hearing about God, reading Scripture, and accepting these truths as part of our lives. But at some point, we may realize we’ve never really stopped to examine the reasons behind our beliefs. In this minisode, I want to reflect on the importance of understanding why we believe what we...

Do you know why you believe what you believe? For a long time, I didn’t really stop to think about that question. I believed in God and trusted Him, but I hadn’t spent much time digging into the deeper reasons behind my faith. Recently, though, I’ve started stepping into the world of apologetics. It’s been exciting, challenging, and at times a little confusing—but it’s also been incredibly rewardi...

Have you ever felt like God might be calling you to something, but you weren’t sure how to respond? Sometimes the call from God is clear. Other times it feels more like a quiet nudge—a sense that He is drawing us toward a particular ministry, opportunity, or step of obedience. In this minisode, I want to reflect on what often happens when we sense that calling but hesitate to respond. There are ma...

Abuse is a painful reality that many people quietly carry, often feeling isolated and unsure where to turn for help. In this episode, I’m joined by Stacey Womack, who shares how God unexpectedly called her into a ministry dedicated to helping survivors of abuse find healing and freedom. Stacey grew up as a pastor’s daughter and had never personally experienced domestic abuse. Because of that, when...

What lies are you believing about yourself? The words we speak about ourselves carry more weight than we often realize. When we criticize our appearance, question our worth, or doubt the abilities God has given us, we may be repeating messages that do not reflect how God sees us. In this minisode, I want to pause and reflect on the lies we sometimes tell ourselves—lies about our value, our identit...

How is your mental health? In this episode of Honest Christian Conversations , I sit down with licensed professional counselor and marriage and family therapist Healey Ikerd , host of the Healthy and Redeemed podcast. Together, we explore an important question for many believers: What is the difference between knowing that God loves you and truly believing it in your heart? Healey shares insights...

Sometimes looking back can be helpful—but staring too long at the past can keep us from moving forward. In this minisode of Honest Christian Conversations , I reflect on the simple but powerful metaphor of the rearview mirror. Just like driving a car, we occasionally glance back to see where we've been, but we cannot safely move forward if our focus stays there. This short reflection explores how...

Giving birth is one of the most powerful and challenging experiences a woman can go through, and no one should have to walk through it alone. In this episode of Honest Christian Conversations , I speak with a Christian midwife who shares what it truly means to support mothers through pregnancy, labor, and delivery. From the physical realities of childbirth to the spiritual moments that often unfol...

Do you trust God? One of the most powerful ways to strengthen our faith is to remember the ways God has already been faithful in our lives. When we pause and look back at His goodness, it changes how we face the present and how we walk into the future. In this minisode of Honest Christian Conversations , I reflect on the importance of remembering God’s faithfulness and how those moments can help u...

What happens when your faith is tested in ways you never imagined? In this episode of Honest Christian Conversations , I speak with Tracy Ripley , a mother whose life changed dramatically when her youngest son was born with a congenital heart defect. In the midst of fear, uncertainty, and deep love for her child, she discovered what it truly meant to become a prayer warrior. This conversation expl...

Grief is something every person will experience at some point in life, yet many of us struggle to know how to be present for someone who is suffering. In this minisode of Honest Christian Conversations , I reflect on what it looks like to walk alongside someone who is grieving a loss. When we are not the ones experiencing the pain ourselves, it can feel difficult to know what to say or how to help...