Ride With Purpose

What is the perfect church? Can we attain a perfect church? Today, the state of the church genuinely grieves me. I am upset when I hear of churches using their money unwisely, attacking others, members judging others for things they themselves are doing. The church is meant to represent Jesus, but sometimes we don't do a good job. How can we change that?

Today I am joined by Cory Scharwarth. Cory is an online fitness coach from Illinois. He also works at his local YMCA. Todays episode we get to dive deep into Cory's amazing story, his alcoholism, and how Jesus saved him. 0:00 Introduction 0:50 What life was like without Jesus 7:30 The changes begin 9:56 The good person fallacy 13:33 Connecting Faith & Sports 15:27 How Jesus heals mental health...

Today I am joined by Registered Dietitian Diane Vroman and we talk about the addictive properties and physical effects of artificial sugar on the body. This episode was quite informative and if you are wondering whether sugar is evil or not, give it a listen. 0:00 Introduction & Statistics 1:40 What are the physical effects of consuming too much sugar? 8:00 When you eat less sugar, you crave l...

Dr. Joe Jackson is the Pastor at Community Baptist Church in Lansing, Michigan. As a pastor and a Christian Counsellor, he has grown in knowledge understanding. Yet, through the difficult trials in his life is where God helped him truly learn wisdom and dependance on Him. Throughout this episode, we uncover the story of Pastor Joe's testimony and the most challenging parts of his faith. And for th...

On today's episode, I am joined by Steve and Meyer, who is a preacher, husband, and father of three. We tackle the topic, "Are faith and fitness actually connected?" 0:00 Intro  0:51 Steves morning routine 4:00 Stop checking your phone in the morning  8:52 the importance of a good morning routine  14:11 How are faith and fitness connected 17:30 Why do we have bodies? 22:30 Gratitude...

On todays episodes, I am joined with Nicole Girgis, my wife. We discuss the topic, "What have I learned after spending over $16,000 in fitness and nutrition certifications?" 1. Though the nutrition and fitness theories and knowledge can be super complex, the application is super simple. But just because it’s simple doesn’t mean it’s easy. 2. The more I learn, the more I realize I know nothing. 3....

When you feel overwhelmed, overworked, emotionally exhausted, spiritually malnourished, burnt out, or flat out tired; you don't need to find better ways to be productive, you NEED REST. In this episode I seek to combine the notion of physical rest (ie. from exercise) with finding spiritual rest. I want to discuss an Old Testament practice that we Christians consider obsolete today. I want to remin...

When the societal standards of todays day and age are to look good, have a 6 pack, have a small waist and look toned, there is so much of a disconnect between the gospel and exercise. Are these goals sinful? Can we fall into temptation and sin when we exercise? If so, at what point does that happen? Join me with Dr. Walid Gharib as we discuss the question, "At what point does exercise become sinfu...

Joining us on todays episode is my business mentor Christa Baker. Christa shares her story, how she was lost, broken, confused, and on the brink of ending her marriage. She opens up her story to the world and bravely shares her experience of abuse, confusion, anger, and a broken marriage, to becoming fulfilled in Christ, finding healing, forgiving those who have hurt her, and overcoming her confus...

Genesis 38 is a chapter that is very tricky and difficult to read. Often we feel uncomfortable when we read it and may have absolutely no idea how to apply it to our live today. I am going to attempt to break this chapter down and show us how to reconcile the implications of this chapter and what it meant then to what it means now. How does this chapter of immorality, prostitution, and hypocrisy h...

I was lost, but God found me. As a teenager broken through addictions to pornography, alcohol, and weed, God used my brokenness to bring me back to Him. Please DM Elie the word “HEALTHY” at @eliesamahaa on Instagram to learn more and begin the process of applying for the The Healthy Christian Project. FREE GIFT - Get a free copy of The Ultimate Guide to Fat Loss Ebook HOW - Rate / review this podc...