Light It Up Podcast

This week on Light It Up, we are joined by pastor Zach Salas, who brings a brand new concept to the podcast: finances. What do we do with our finances as Christians? Is putting money in savings a good thing to do as a Christian? What affect do spending and saving REALLY have on my future? Tune in as pastor Salas answers all of these questions and more!🔔 Subscribe to stay updated on future episode...

Today, we hear the incredible story of Pastor David Ajala, the new youth pastor for Tuscon, Arizona. A story with plenty of partying, drugs, and God's voice. Tune in to find out the amazing transformation that is David Ajala. 🔔 Subscribe to stay updated on future episodes! 👍 Like, share, and comment to spread the love! Our links (Spotify, YouTube, Apple Podcasts, etc.): https://bio.site/liupodca...

Today on the Light It Up Podcast, we hear David's story. Growing up as a church kid, his home was often a mess. With his parents in and out of church, he found himself questioning church and finding his purpose in other things. As he continued with life, soon, his life fell completely apart. His parents divorced, his pastor died, and he had no idea what to do. Tune in to hear his full story! 🔔 Su...

Today on the Light It Up Podcast, Lacy Brunson, an evangelist who has created a music ministry on YouTube with over 8K subscribers and 2 million views, tells us of his first steps in becoming a music artist and how music impacts people. He explains the impact of his music and the power it can have when utilized in the right way. Check out Ps. Lacy's music!  @lacybmusic  Hear his FULL testimony her...

Today, we’re joined by Pastor Gerald Salas on the Light It Up Podcast. He delves into the practical aspects of the Rapture, a significant event in the Bible. He explains why we should care about it and why we should start preparing for it.🔔 Subscribe to stay updated on future episodes!👍 Like, share, and comment to spread the love! Check us out on Spotify! https://open.spotify.com/show/14gl0RJBDI...

This week on Light It Up, we speak with Giovanni Reyes, aka Gio. Gio was a self-righteous Christian. He was the church, and he made his own rules. He could smoke weed if he wanted to, holy is the Lamb of God, he wasn't fornicating! Join us as we hear his crazy story, the deep conviction of sin, and the amazing purpose of the church, fellowship, and pastorship. 🔔 Subscribe to stay updated on futur...

This week on Light It Up, we delve into the journey of Angel, someone who discovered the profound presence of God amidst a series of rejections and setbacks in his life. Join us as Angel recounts how his faith became a guiding light, leading him toward a path of healing and purpose. This episode is a heartfelt reminder of the power of spirituality to uplift and renew, even in our darkest hours. Tu...

This week on Light It Up, we jump right into Proverbs 24:33-34: "A little sleep, a little slumber, a little folding of the hands to rest, and poverty will come upon you like a robber, and want like an armed man." Tim Pena Jr. tells of what his experience was "spiritually sitting," when he did nothing in his church. He explains the repercussions of this and not only the effects it has on your churc...

This week on Light It Up, we explore the incredible story of Scott Snellen, one of transformation and hope. Struggling with severe drug addiction and battling suicidal thoughts, Scott found himself in a seemingly hopeless situation. But in his darkest hour, he received a phone call. Join us as Scott recounts his inspiring testimony of how faith and divine intervention led to his complete recovery...

The life of a church kid. Church, drugs, alcohol, and suicide. Pastor Clint was a different church kid. Someone who grew up seeing testimony after testimony of God's amazing work in the lives of others, but never in himself. Always feeling distant from God and having a religious mindset with God, he never knew God. Eventually leaving the church to pursue his own version of life, he did everything...

In today’s episode, we delve into the profound topic of how you can be used by God in your church. Whether you’re seeking to deepen your spiritual journey, discover your unique gifts, or find ways to serve your community, this episode is for you. Tune in to uncover how you can make a meaningful impact and fulfill your divine purpose. 🔔 Subscribe to stay updated on future episodes! 👍 Like, share,...

In this episode, we sit down with Israel Trotter, who shares his incredible journey from rejection to redemption. After facing a lifetime of being turned away by his family, Israel found solace and true belonging within the welcoming arms of the church and family of God. Join us as we explore the transformative power of faith, love, and acceptance, and how the family of God can offer belonging and...

This week on Light It Up, we hear Israel's story. Growing up with a broken family that brought constant confusion in his life, Israel lived majority of his life lost. With nowhere to go in life, Israel turned to boxing, developing a large ego from this, he found himself addicted to drugs and hanging with the wrong people in his senior year of high school. Hear the rest of his story next week! 🔔 S...

Meet Duane. Duane found himself abused, neglected, and depressed at the young age of 12. Thinking that there was no purpose for his life, he attempted to commit suicide. After being caught, he was forced to continue living, even though he didn't want to. Hear the rest of the story on this week's episode of Light It Up! 🔔 Subscribe to stay updated on future episodes! 👍 Like, share, and comment to...

This week on Light It Up, we take it back! In preparation for Season 3, we created a modern redo of our first episode discussing the scripture (Matthew 5:14-16) behind our podcast. Establishing the meaning of "Light It Up" and our mission for the Light It Up Podcast. 🔔 Subscribe to stay updated on future episodes! 👍 Like, share, and comment to spread the love! Check us out on Spotify! https://op...

This week on Light It Up, we welcome Christian artist Austin Joyce once again! Austin Joyce is an up-and-coming Christian artist bringing a new and refreshing sound to the Christian rap genre. He grew up loving creative writing and poetry, but didn’t truly decide to start creating Christian music until his father passed away; leading to 2020, when he released his debut single: Father. Austin is st...

This week on Light It Up, we welcome Christian artist Austin Joyce! Austin Joyce is an up-and-coming Christian artist bringing a new and refreshing sound to the Christian rap genre. He grew up loving creative writing and poetry, but didn’t truly decide to start creating Christian music until his father passed away; leading to 2020, when he released his debut single: Father. Austin is still produci...

Welcome to our SEASON 2 FINALE... kinda. Join us on our second to last episode as we journey through season two with behind-the-scenes, funny stories and moments, and details regarding the future. Light It Up is hosted by Wyatt Taylor, Rafael Alvarez, and JJ Mendiola. Check us out on Spotify! https://open.spotify.com/show/14gl0RJBDIivWTuCwJJviC Follow us on Instagram @light_it_up.podcast https://w...

This week on Light It Up, we finish our chat with Faith Jaimes. Last week, we spoke on the fruits of the Spirit (Galatians 5:22-25), love, joy, peace, longsuffering, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. This week, we focus on applying these fruits in your everyday walk with God, and the outcomes that these fruits produce spiritually and physically. Light It Up is hosted...

This week on Light It Up, we chat with Faith Jaimes. We speak on the fruits of the Spirit (based off of Galatians 5:22-25): what they mean, what they represent, and how they affect our Christian walk. We lay the foundation for what each of these fruits can do in our lives, and how we may contend for these fruits. Light It Up is hosted by Wyatt Taylor, Rafael Alvarez, and JJ Mendiola. Check us out...

This week on Light It Up, we connect with Ps. Vince Villegas, who brings his every day witnessing strategy to the table. He explains the basic method he uses in everyday conversations that almost always allow him to lead someone to Jesus. This episode equips the believer with the tools they need to help lead others to Christ! Light It Up is hosted by Wyatt Taylor, Rafael Alvarez, and JJ Mendiola....

This week on Light It Up, we bring yet another throwback guest: Ezra Saavedra! We discuss the basics of trusting God. How we, as humans, find it hard to believe a God that we can't see for the impossible. We talk the importance of trusting Him, and even give our own stories in which we trusted God, and everything changed! Light It Up is hosted by Wyatt Taylor, Rafael Alvarez, and JJ Mendiola. Chec...

This week on Light It Up, we finish our conversation with Rito Rodella Jr. After talking about the basics of a spirit of excellence in academics last week, we discuss the importance of relationships in the church, how crucial they become in our futures, and how we can press forward in our faith. Light It Up is hosted by Wyatt Taylor, Rafael Alvarez, and JJ Mendiola. Check us out on Spotify! https:...

This week on Light It Up, we begin our conversation with Rito Rodella Jr. We discuss the basics of having a spirit of excellence, talking this week about school and academics. As Rito shares his University experiences and lessons learned, we ask him questions regarding work ethic and discipline. Light It Up is hosted by Wyatt Taylor, Rafael Alvarez, and JJ Mendiola. Check us out on Spotify! https:...

This week on Light It Up, we hear Jordan's story. Growing up as a church kid, Jordan never had a true relationship with Jesus. In the many years of serving God and even pastoring, he fell into deep depression and addiction that was destroying his life. After realizing that the reason this was happening was because of his non-existent relationship with Jesus, his life changed! Hear his full story!...