Second Wind

n this episode of Second Wind , Andy Kirk reminds us that there’s a difference between being tired and being truly weary. Tiredness can be fixed with sleep, margin, or new habits. But weariness — the kind that settles into the soul — is what happens when long seasons of fatigue go unaddressed. Drawing from Galatians 6:9, Andy challenges us not to give up before the breakthrough arrives, not to sta...

In this episode of Second Wind , Brandon is back to explore one of the most honest parts of following Jesus: carrying a calling that feels heavy at times. Drawing from Matthew 11:28–30, this episode reminds us that Jesus never asked us to drag our calling alone. His invitation isn’t to abandon what God has asked of us, but to walk in it with Him —under His pace, His strength, and His rest. We also...

In this episode of Second Wind , Matheus Veiga unpacks one of the most challenging parts of following Jesus: living with the “thorn” God hasn’t removed. Drawing from 2 Corinthians 12:7-10, Matheus reflects on Paul’s plea for relief and God’s surprising answer — that His power is made perfect in weakness. Instead of removing the thorn, God used it to form Paul into a leader marked by humility, depe...

In this episode of Second Wind , Terry Parkman returns to unpack what it means to truly hear the voice of God. Drawing from 1 Samuel 3, Terry walks us through the story of the boy Samuel—learning to recognize God’s voice for the very first time. He reminds us that God is always speaking, but often we miss Him because we never stop long enough to listen. Terry challenges leaders to quiet the noise,...

In this episode of Second Wind , Steve Patta speaks to the seasons that feel silent—when nothing seems to move, grow, or change. Drawing from Luke 2:52, Steve reminds us that even Jesus spent thirty years in obscurity for three years of public ministry. The majority of His life was quiet, unseen, and uncelebrated—but not wasted. God trusted Him with the silence before He trusted Him with the stage...

In this episode of Second Wind , Brandon Brown shares what to do when life doesn’t go the way you expected. Disappointment can leave you questioning where God is and what He’s doing. But Psalm 34:18 reminds us that “The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.” God doesn’t avoid the ache; He meets us in it. Brandon reflects on the road to Emmaus, where Jesus wa...

In this episode of Second Wind , Dan Randall, from the UK and serving with Empowered21 and OneHope, brings a powerful reminder that faithfulness in the ordinary creates space for the extraordinary. Drawing from Luke 5:1-11, Dan unpacks how Jesus stepped into Peter’s everyday work – the same boat, same nets, same routine – and turned a normal moment into a miracle. He challenges leaders to see purp...

In this episode of Second Wind , Terry Parkman unpacks the quiet side of growth through the parable in Mark 4:26-29. It’s easy to get frustrated when you can’t see the results of what you’ve been planting, the prayers, the work, the faithfulness that seems to go unnoticed. But Terry reminds us that just because you don’t see fruit every day doesn’t mean growth isn’t happening. God is always workin...

In this episode of Second Wind , Andy Kirk — Global Kids Ministry Ambassador with OneHope and Empowered21 — reminds us that God’s limits aren’t punishments; they’re protection. Through a personal story of burnout and a powerful reflection on Psalm 46:10, Andy shares what it means to slow down, embrace stillness, and trust that God shapes us in the pause. He invites leaders to reject the pace of hu...

In this opening episode of Second Wind , Augustine Mendoza speaks to the leaders who are tired, stretched thin, and quietly wondering if they can keep going. With honesty and grace, he reminds us of Jesus’ invitation: “Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.” This episode acknowledges the reality of worn-out leaders who feel like they can’t stop, while offering a p...

Second Wind is a short-form podcast for leaders who are doing the work and feeling the weight. Each weekly episode is 5 to 7 minutes of real encouragement, honest reflection, and guided prayer to help you reset and keep going. Whether you're leading a ministry, building something meaningful, or just trying to stay faithful in a busy world, this podcast is for you. Season 1 drops October 3rd wi...