Rich Truth

Have you ever made a plan that didn’t work out? Better yet - have God’s plans for you ever seemed to supersede yours? All of us have had times when we leaned on our own understanding rather than trusting the Lord with all our heart. In this episode we find the man after God’s own heart facing the collapse of his own plans, even as God leads him one step closer in his Quest for the King. 

In this brief but powerful episode we look at the reality of our need for rest and refreshment. Captivity comes to every man and takes many forms. Our need for escape is not only vital but inevitable. The big question is: where do we find it? This unique moment in the life of David could lead to the answer.

In this installment of The Quest we look at one of the most unusual moments in the Old Testament saga of the kings - and one of the most debated passages in the Bible. But unusual, debated, or otherwise, there is no shortage of life-changing truth in this text from 1 Samuel 28.

In this first episode of our second year on the Rich Truth podcast, I announce my intent to run for Knox County Clerk in 2026, and discuss my reasons and qualifications for seeking this important public office.

In this special installment of the Quest for the King, we discover and outline the Biblical model for a man finding his mate. The unfiltered and countercultural truth of Scripture is powerful in this milestone episode of Rich Truth.

The latest installment in the Quest for the King finds David once again confronting Saul, and coming face to face with his own destiny. It is the moment for every man when he must face the wounds of his past, or deal with them for the rest of his life.

Installment 20 in the Quest for the King finds David encountering one of the greatest challenges of his young life, as he and his men come face to face with injustice. God's future king must battle his own masculine impulses to learn how true rulers wield power.

On this installment of the Quest for the King, David is faced with a major decision in his journey toward the throne of Israel. Manhood is forged as the man after God's own heart chooses honor over an easy shortcut.

A conversation with Porch guys and fellow creators Randy, Chase, and Hayden about their new podcast. We also share perspectives on music, politics, and all the stuff that makes life rich and true!

Mighty men of God can come from the most unlikely places. In this installment we find David hiding from Saul in the Cave of Adullam, but the Lord will soon let him know he is not alone. The 400 discontented men that gather to David will one day change the course of history for Israel and the world.

Caleb Stafford and Landon Leach join Rich in sharing their personal perspectives on the 14-year move of God that has become known as The Porch.

In this first episode of 2025 we encounter a powerful story from the Old Testament where a man comes face to face with the moment that will determine his legacy.

In this post-election episode we discuss the unlikely resurgence and triumph of President Donald Trump, and its political and historical significance.

In the latest installment of the Quest for the King teaching series, we discover the prerequisite for personal and corporate Revival, and talk about what it means to live in the favor of God.

Survive and advance is the theme as we preview second round playoff games for area high school football teams. State championship dreams move one step closer to reality for this Friday's winners.

In this much anticipated conversation with Jack Irwin, we talk about the many expressions of worship. Whether personal or corporate, religious or secular, worship is an inescapable reality of our human experience.

It's November and that means high school playoffs are here! We preview the area's opening round games, and evaluate some results from week 11.

As the 48-hour mark nears until the final closing of polls on the 2024 presidential election, we discuss the sales pitch offered by both campaigns. This episode is an exercise in sorting out truth from nonsense, and calling out the left-wing mainstream media on its penchant for the latter.

In this final high school football episode of the regular season we talk point spreads and playoff possibilities, as well as a recap of last week's action and thoughts on the Gibbs-Anderson County game.

Region titles, playoff spots, and home field advantages hang in the balance as big games abound in Week 10 for area high school football teams. We review our handicapping triumphs from week 9, and line up the upcoming games - including the monumental clash between Anderson County and the undefeated Gibbs Eagles.

In the latest installment of the Quest for the King, we follow the young David as he faces new challenges as a warrior for the king and a lover of God. The importance of partnership emerges as an essential element of godly manhood.

REAL Fall has arrived, and with it the stretch run to the playoffs for area high school football teams. We review last week's games (and grade out our handicapping skills), and analyze the matchups and numbers for the week 9 slate.

In the latest Quest for the King installment we look at the unlikely yet remarkable covenant between David, the shepherd boy turned warrior, and Jonathan, the crown prince and heir apparent to Saul's throne. This episode is a must-listen for those seeking a Biblical understanding of what true spiritual fatherhood and sonship should look like.

The games are getting bigger and the stakes are getting higher! We recap week 7's games and preview week 8 as area teams gear up for the stretch run to the post-season - including the East Knox County showdown between longtime rivals Gibbs and Carter.

As the confrontation between David and Goliath reaches its climactic point, a shepherd boy from Bethlehem is transformed to a king in waiting. Manhood principles abound in this timeless coming of age epic.