The Light Stand

Send us a text Reading through the book of Jonah, we identify several lessons we can all learn from. Enjoy! Support the show https://www.instagram.com/the_lightstand/

Send us a text In this episode we are joined by Alec and Angelo Ontiveros, our sons! They help us parents understand the current slang, dive into some good memories and most importantly; give advice to parents out there struggling to connect with their kids. Enjoy! Support the show https://www.instagram.com/the_lightstand/

Send us a text Thank you all for sending us some questions to engage you with! We have to say, some had NO chill but we love it! We are transparent and open, there will be more episodes to cover all your questions because some were too good to rush into 1 session. Hope you enjoy! Support the show https://www.instagram.com/the_lightstand/

Send us a text No one is perfect, no matter how hard some want to pretend it to be. Life has ups and downs, hills and valleys. Sometimes you feel like you can touch the sky, others it feels like you got punched in the face. Either way, through it all, God is with you. He has felt every emotion you have. He's with you in your highest and your lowest... it's ok to not be ok sometimes. We a...

Send us a text What are generational curses? Can you really pass down a "curse" to your children, and their children? Adray joins The Lightstand to dive in! Support the show https://www.instagram.com/the_lightstand/

Send us a text In this episode we discuss some of the habits and patterns that happily married couples establish and practice. Being in love, staying in love takes work, ALOT of it. Hollywood always ends it at the wedding, real life knows that the wedding is the starting point. How to grow stronger as a marriage and continue to make your love flourish? Here's a few tips: Set boundaries with f...

Send us a text What would you do if God told you to go give a speech to the ruler of a nation, but you had a stutter problem? What if He asked you to challenge the number one UFC heavyweight contender, who is 9 feet tall; and you're a kid? What if He asked you to sacrifice your son?  There are so many bible stories that showcase characters up against incredible odds having to take huge steps...

Send us a text To the ones who got picked last, who no one believed in, who were told they didn't have what it takes and made too many mistakes to turn it around. To the ones who felt like you weren't enough, were too short, too young, too old, too this or that... who you've even question God like "why am I even alive?"..... This one's for you Support the show https:/...

Send us a text They are back! The Lewis' join us once again by listener demand to help us understand how to read the Bible. Who wrote it anyway?  How do you know it's God's word for sure?  How can you rely on its accuracy?  How can we be sure that this book is THE one over all the other options out there? What's the Trinity? How can Jesus be God and the Holy Spirit at the same...

Send us a text WORSHIP! ALABANZA! Why do we worship God, Jesus and the Holy Spirit? What is it? How do we do it? It is a weapon to fight our spiritual battles, and God grants us the victory. We are joined by our amazing friends Abby Talavera, Rocio Chavez and her sister Lily Chavez. Tune in as they share their hearts, love for the Lord, and their stories of why they do what they do. Our longest po...

Send us a text Regresan con nosotros nuestros amigos Pepe y Jessica Martinez para platicar del Espíritu Santo, y la santidad en el matrimonio y la familia. Como invitas al Espíritu a tu matrimonio?  Como escuchas su consejo cuando tienes que hablar con tus hijos de drogas y pornografia?  Como tener fe que en la escuela mis hijos no serán llevados por mal camino y influencias negativas? Como orar p...

Send us a text Father's Day Special, the POPScast! This episode we are joined by some heavy-hitters, amazing men and awesome examples Mike Richards, Chris Acosta and Luis Talavera. These dads came onto the pod to chat about the power of a father. Besides the biblical evidence for father's in their children's lives, we dive into statistics such as: The #1 common trait among male/fema...

Send us a text Short episode on the power of gratitude, along with some key studies with scientific evidence of positive effects on the brain. What can you be grateful for today? Enjoy! Support the show https://www.instagram.com/the_lightstand/

Send us a text Ale Macias joins us to share her testimony of how she came to Jesus, it is absolutely powerful. We share a message for both Christians and non-Christians alike. Disclaimer! What is shared is not the popular opinion, it might even upset you; nonetheless it's truth that needs to be said. Tune in! In this episode contains: Ale's story Childhood traumas and therapy Addictions...

Send us a text Carlos y Maria regresan! Temas que se tocan en este episodio... Como se conocieron  celebrando 31 años de casados y como seguir enamorados  el papel del hombre y de la mujer en matrimonio matrimonios sanos vs toxicos como crecer juntos para seguir adelante cuando la mujer tiene un carácter fuerte hombres pasivos y tímidos  mucho mas! Support the show https://www.instagram.com/the_li...

Send us a text This episode is super special to us. Our brother and sister Luis and Liz Talavera join us to share their story and testimony, from how they met and grew/developed their family to literally facing death and beating COVID-19. God allows you to experience different seasons in life, all for good. Sometimes it doesn't feel that way especially if it's a particularly harsh winter...

Send us a text Carlos y Maria Juarez son pastores principales y fundadores de iglesia Templo Kairos en Ciudad Juarez, Mexico. Tienen 5 hijos varones y también son abuelos de un nieto! Nuestros amigos desde 14 años, han sido un tremendo impacto a nuestra vida. Ellos tienen una pasión por Dios, y ayudar a familias y matrimonios en consejería. No se pueden perder esta platica! Support the show https:...

Send us a text Steven & Cynthia tell us their story. How they met, recently getting married, to sex within marriage as God designed it. While the topic of sex might still be taboo and lightly treaded-on inside church walls around the country, we dive right in! Why God designed sex to be enjoyed in marriage How to communicate with your spouse about your needs and likes Spicing up your sex life...

Send us a text We are joined by Nancy Castañeda, Clinical Mental Health Counselor. She specializes in teenagers, crisis, trauma and is currently working on obtaining her MA in Psychology.  Tune in as she shares her perspective on: Trauma and it's effects in your life Healing wounds from your past Mental health Effects of social media on teens Depression and Anxiety Gender and Sexuality Suppor...

Send us a text You know that one place in the basement that's dark, a bit dusty, untouched... that some people are kind of afraid to walk-by? That's this episode. Honest, vulnerable and raw. Our story from high school sweethearts to going on 14 years married. How we came about knowing God and living for His glory. We pray that as we share the ugly truth about our beginning and everything...

Send us a text Primer episodio en español! Pepe y Jessica Martinez son una pareja con una historia y testimonio impactante. Padres de familia, lideres y pastores de servicio en la iglesia Vino Nuevo; también Jessica es la encargada de grupos en REAL.  Acompañanos en escuchar de su vida desde cuando se conocieron hasta como llegaron a encontrar a Jesucristo, y como Dios a obrado en sus vidas. Si tu...

Send us a text This message you do NOT want to miss. We are joined by our friends Abby Talavera and Adray Carrillo with a special message for Gen Z, and their parents! Both Abby and Adray are Youth Leaders at church and are very involved in sowing into the next generation of young adults. This talk is for the BOOKS, diving into everything affecting Gen Z such as family, culture, social media, depr...

Send us a text Valentines Day themed... Willy and Esme are back! We dive into a lot, Valentines Day, romance within a marriage, dates, do's and do NOT's of love and yes... PORN Support the show https://www.instagram.com/the_lightstand/

Send us a text In this episode we dive into living together before getting married. Is it a good idea? Bad? What can go wrong? Support the show https://www.instagram.com/the_lightstand/

Send us a text Why The Light Stand? Art & Nat share the purpose and vision behind this Podcast. Support the show https://www.instagram.com/the_lightstand/