Stepping Stones: Practical Conversations on Relationship Evangelism

This week on Stepping Stones, I sat down with Jillian Dance to talk about a senior season that didn't go according to plan. Just five games into her final lacrosse season, Jillian suffered a broken foot—a devastating setback for any athlete. But what seemed like the end of her season became an opportunity for God to work in unexpected ways. From organizing team Bible studies and praying with t...

This week I'm excited to interview our new Pastoral Resident, C.J Harrison. C.J. spent several fruitful years at Living Hope, moved away, got married, then God called him back to serve again. His passion for youth and outreach comes through, as well as his love of the gospel. You won't want to miss this episode.

In this episode, we interview Mom of four, Meghann. This is a touching story of Meghann facing significant struggles in her mid 30s, and God transforming her heart. It was a joy to interview her, and a reminder that we should never give up, sharing Jesus with others.

In this episode, we interview Mom of four, Meghann. This is a touching story of Meghann facing significant struggles in her mid 30s, and God transforming her heart. It was a joy to interview her, and a reminder that we should never give up, sharing Jesus with others.

On this 116th episode of Stepping Stones, Chris interviews David Walmsley. David is a long time member of Living Hope Church and follower of Jesus. He is active in his community and bold in his faith. You can read more about ⁠ "David's Story" in this post written by David's mother⁠  . Meet him for the first time and you'll know this is true: "Yes, David has an extra chromosome, but he also has oth...

This week on the podcast, I sat down with Heidi Stello and Lucy Leedy, for an honest and encouraging conversation about family, faith, and what it looks like to follow Jesus at their age. They share about what God is teaching them, how their families have shaped their faith, and why they care about encouraging other kids—both Christians and those who don’t yet know Jesus. Their boldness, sincerity...

This week on the podcast, I sat down with Heidi Stello and Lucy Leedy, for an honest and encouraging conversation about family, faith, and what it looks like to follow Jesus at their age. They share about what God is teaching them, how their families have shaped their faith, and why they care about encouraging other kids—both Christians and those who don’t yet know Jesus. Their boldness, sincerity...

This week on the podcast, I sat down with Amy and Sarah from our church who help lead our Smoothie Outreach ministry. Once a month, they serve free smoothies to people working out at the YMCA—not just as a kind gesture, but as a simple way to start conversations, build relationships, and open doors to talk about faith. We talk about how this outreach started, why small acts of kindness can make su...

In Romans 9, Paul says he has “unceasing anguish” for those who don’t know Christ. What would it look like for us to pray like that? This episode breaks down Romans 9:1–5 and challenges us to move beyond casual prayers into heartfelt, desperate intercession for our unsaved family and friends.

A powerful story of redemption and courage. Growing up with parents struggling with addiction, she left home early and had to figure out life on her own. After becoming a Christian, she met her husband, Nikolay Krug, at a church Bible study—now an Army couple starting their life together. After moving to a new base, she felt called to reach other women around her. So she started a Bible study and...

A powerful story of redemption and courage. Growing up with parents struggling with addiction, she left home early and had to figure out life on her own. After becoming a Christian, she met her husband, Nikolay Krug, at a church Bible study—now an Army couple starting their life together. After moving to a new base, she felt called to reach other women around her. So she started a Bible study and...

Long-time church members and dear friends Craig and Hope recently stepped into a major life transition — leaving familiar relationships and routines behind for a new job opportunity in California. What began as a difficult and emotional move has become a powerful testimony of God’s faithfulness.

Long-time church members and dear friends Craig and Hope recently stepped into a major life transition — leaving familiar relationships and routines behind for a new job opportunity in California. What began as a difficult and emotional move has become a powerful testimony of God’s faithfulness.

On this episode of Steppingstones, I sit down with Keith McNichols, Director of Outreach and missions at ⁠Chino Valley Community Church⁠ in Southern California. Keith shares his heart for relationship-centered evangelism, encourages the mission of Steppingstones, and tells the powerful story of how his family adopted five children from Africa—a moving picture of faith lived out through love and ac...

On this episode of Steppingstones, I sit down with Keith McNichols, Director of Outreach and missions at Chino Valley Community Church in Southern California. Keith shares his heart for relationship-centered evangelism, encourages the mission of Steppingstones, and tells the powerful story of how his family adopted five children from Africa—a moving picture of faith lived out through love and acti...

On this episode of Steppingstones, I talk with my old friend Brent about teaching students, walking through a long crisis of faith, and how skepticism didn’t destroy his faith—it softened his heart for people who don’t believe in Jesus yet. An honest conversation about doubt, compassion, and following Jesus with humility.

On this episode of Steppingstones, I talk with my old friend Brent about teaching students, walking through a long crisis of faith, and how skepticism didn’t destroy his faith—it softened his heart for people who don’t believe in Jesus yet. An honest conversation about doubt, compassion, and following Jesus with humility

A wild and wonderful story of redemption this week. Joseph shares his journey from a shy kid, to addiction, to dabbling in the occult—and how God rescued him. God led him into a productive career, blessed him with an incredible wife, and now Joseph shares Jesus with as many people as possible.

A wild and wonderful story of redemption this week. Joseph shares his journey from a shy kid, to addiction, to dabbling in the occult—and how God rescued him. God led him into a productive career, blessed him with an incredible wife, and now Joseph shares Jesus with as many people as possible.

This week we continue with part 2 of Pastor Tim interviewing Chris with his memories and highlights of the first 100 Steppingstones episodes. Thanks for all your support. God willing, here's to 100 more and many more stories of God using us to spread the good news of Jesus, step by steppingstone step!

In honor of our 100th episode, we turn the tables and interview our host, Chris Repp. Pastor Tim hosts, prompting Chris to share more of his his background and his passion to share the Gospel in everyday relationships. Congrats to all involved in the making of this podcast and thanks for listening!

This week I sit down with Pastor Tim Dance and we discuss sharing the gospel using Romans 6:23. How can we be faithful to the message while maintaining loving and meaningful relationship too? Listen in this week!

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Not everybody who comes to church is Christian, yet. Again, this week I get to talk with Tim and Holly Stello, and Pastor Tim Dance about how we all play a part in showing them the love of God. And telling them the good news of Jesus. How can you participate in our Sunday morning mission field? Listen in and absorb some great ideas.