More To The Story

This week on More To The Story: an exhausted hiker walks down Table Mountain in a rescue exoskeleton, the US–Iran standoff swings between diplomacy and doomsday, drones fill the night sky over Ukraine, gene therapy helps adult retinas rewire and see again, and a Sunday sermon on the war within — stories with more beneath the headlines, and a clear line back to Jesus.

This week on More To The Story: a stray dog sparks a wild airport chase and finds a home, astronomers spot the youngest planet ever seen still forming, Iran and the US trade threats over the Strait of Hormuz, Typhoon Dujuan dumps record rain on eastern Japan, and New Zealand’s beloved black robin takes Bird of the Year — five stories with more beneath the headlines, and a clear line back to Jesus.

This week on More To The Story: firefighters pull a kitten from a Colorado well and one of them adopts her on the spot, Hubble and JWST find twenty-seven tiny worlds past Neptune, tankers burn near the Strait of Hormuz as oil jumps, a Russian strike hits a train near Ukraine’s border with Poland, and a missing hiker is found alive after a week on a remote Lake Superior island — five stories with m...

This week on More To The Story: a privately built German rocket reaches orbit from the Arctic, archaeologists find garden soil under the traditional tomb of Jesus that matches John’s Gospel, a cargo plane goes off a Miami runway, Nepal observes a national day of mourning after catastrophic floods, and endangered red wolf pups from a zoo are thriving in a wild pack — five stories with more beneath...

Six seals broken. The world in chaos. The roar of judgment is deafening. Then... absolute silence. The angels hold back the wind. Heaven holds its breath. In the eerie quiet before the final strike, two mysterious groups emerge from the devastation. An army of 144,000, marked for survival in the crossfire. And a great multitude, […]

Dive into an uplifting and soul-stirring conversation with Lucas Kitchen and Shawn Lazar as they explore the profound intersection of mental health and spiritual hope. In this engaging episode, they masterfully reframe the struggle of depression through the lens of storytelling, moving away from "tragic" narratives to embrace the "comedy" of a life anchored in faith and future resurrection. With a...

In this episode, host Lucas Kitchen sits down with author Clint Hall to explore his path from making childhood comic books to publishing Christian science fiction and fantasy. The conversation tackles the shifting definitions of the faith-based fiction market and how authors balance genre expectations with their personal beliefs. Hall unpacks the thematic foundations of his major […]

In this episode, hosts Lucas Kitchen, Shawn Lazar, and Dane Allen explore the stark differences between legalistic and grace-based Christian parenting. By sharing relatable moments of parental frustration—from arguing over cat vomit to navigating bedtime meltdowns—the trio discusses how to move beyond merely enforcing rules and duties. Instead, they advocate for a parenting approach rooted in unco...

Episode Overview Kitchen reflects on the surreal experience of witnessing humanity's return to the moon, specifically following the four astronauts who launched on April 1, 2026. He discusses the mission’s milestones, including the crew breaking the record for the farthest distance traveled in space—surpassing the previous record held by Apollo 13—while on the far side of the […]

In this episode, Lucas Kitchen, Shawn Lazar, and Dane Allen tackle the profound tension between the visible world we struggle through and the eternal reality we are promised. Centered on 2 Corinthians 4:18, the trio explores how "shifting your perspective" isn't just a mental exercise, but a vital lifeline for those enduring "light affliction" and suffering. They dive...

Discover the powerful, untold story behind "The Deep," the opening track on Lucas Kitchen's latest album. If you are interested in the intersection of real-world ministry and songwriting, this episode offers valuable insights into how complex emotional experiences evolve into art. You will hear why Kitchen chose authenticity over perfection by deciding to sing the vocals himself […]

In this episode, Lucas Kitchen, Shawn Lazar, and Dane Allen engage in a spirited, multi-layered discussion regarding the primary purpose of the Gospel of John. The conversation explores whether the book was written as a purely evangelistic document intended to bring unbelievers to faith , or if its purpose is broader, encompassing the discipleship and spiritual deepening of the church. The hosts e...

Join Lucas Kitchen, Shawn Lazar, and Dane Allen as they engage in a lively and transparent podcast to discuss a core issue within Free Grace theology: the precise nature of the saving message. The central point of debate revolves around the phrase, "Believe in Jesus for eternal life." Shawn, who has been working on an […]

In this episode, Lucas dives deep into a topic of Christian living: debt. Is borrowing a lack of faith? Are loans inherently unspiritual—or even sinful? Drawing from Scripture, historical context, and modern financial realities, Lucas unpacks what the Bible actually says about lending, borrowing, cosigning, and the nature of wise stewardship. Whether you’ve struggled with debt, wrestled with [&#82...

Has the church gotten its priorities backward? In this message, Lucas Kitchen kicks things off with a hilarious story about a basketball coach who is more concerned with the fans in the stands than the players on his team. This funny "out of whack" parable sets the stage for a challenging look at our own […]

In this thoughtful and heartfelt conversation, Lucas Kitchen sits down with Paeter Frandsen, the creator behind Christian Geek Central, to explore what it means to live at the intersection of faith and fandom. They unpack the evolving definition of “geek,” from its circus origins to its modern embrace of passionate niche interests, and discuss how geek culture often overlaps [&...

Lucas is back with another ramble full of travel mishaps, unexpected friendships, and one very questionable online purchase. Fresh from a trip to Phoenix for the Free Grace Alliance Conference, he reflects on reconnecting with fellow believers, forging new ministry relationships, and rediscovering the joy of giving away books instead of selling them. Along the […]

In this episode, Lucas Kitchen explores the difference between suffering for doing good and suffering for doing wrong, using a verse from 1 Peter as a starting point. He discusses how some religious circles can misinterpret the consequences of their own obnoxious or damaging behavior as righteous persecution. This "ramble" then transitions into a detailed guide […]

In this reflective podcast episode, Lucas Kitchen takes listeners on a thoughtful journey exploring how the threads of life, faith, science, and art all meet at a single point. From personal moments of renewal and fellowship to the deep mysteries of mathematics, music, and the human mind, Lucas considers how abstract ideas align with the […]

In this heartfelt episode, Lucas Kitchen invites listeners into a raw and thoughtful reflection on faith, scripture, and the power of mindset. After scrapping a darker recording earlier in the day, Lucas chooses to begin again—this time with a spirit of hope, encouragement, and renewal. Drawing from John 14, he shares stories of a dear […]

In this reflective and wide-ranging ramble, Lucas Kitchen shares a deeply personal and faith-centered journey. He begins with lighthearted musings and a look at Daniel 12:3, exploring its context, meaning, and hopeful message about eternal life. From there, he opens up about his lifelong connection to music, his ongoing project of recording an album of […]

In this episode, Lucas shares a free-flowing reflection that begins with everyday frustrations—a rain-soaked car window leading to faulty electronics, and a midnight washing machine repair that sends him exploring diagnostic modes and air-pressure sensors. From these humble repair stories, he draws a parallel to life’s “diagnostic mode”: the way boredom, stillness, and prayer can […]

In this episode of "More to the Story," host Lucas Kitchen takes listeners on an impromptu journey of Bible study and personal reflection, all sparked by a single word in the verse of the day, Ephesians 2:18. What starts as a simple question about the word "both" unfolds into a deep exploration of the unity between […]

In this rambling yet heartfelt episode, Lucas reflects on what it really means to “make disciples as you go.” From his daughter’s bold step of sharing a Bible at school to a church service project that turned into deep conversations with a neighbor, Lucas explores how ordinary encounters can open doors to faith. He shares […]

In this rambling session, Lucas shares a stream of reflections that flow from the verse of the day — Galatians 3:28. He unpacks what unity in Christ looks like, poking fun at how easily verses can be taken out of context, before pivoting into thoughts on creativity, how one idea sparks another, and the way […]