The Living Grounded Podcast

Christian nationalism has quickly become one of the most talked-about—and misunderstood—topics in America today. In this episode, Ron Moore interviews Joe Melaragno to explore what Christian nationalism is, how it differs from biblical Christianity and healthy patriotism, and why the conversation has become so significant in our cultural moment. Together they examine its historical roots, theologi...

Knowing who we are in Christ is more than a theological concept—it is the foundation for everyday Christian living. In this episode, we continue our conversation on spiritual identity by exploring what it looks like to live from the truth of our union with Christ instead of being driven by performance, approval, failure, or fear. Together, we examine how our identity in Christ transforms the way w...

In this episode, we explore one of the most foundational questions of the Christian life: Who am I? Our culture encourages us to build identity on success, relationships, achievement, and personal story—but Scripture offers a radically different foundation. We unpack what it means to have union with Christ and how that truth reshapes our understanding of significance, security, acceptance, forgive...

In this deeply personal episode of The Living Grounded Podcast, I sit down with Bob Gilbert to discuss his journey through the loss of two wives, Debbie and CJ. Bob shares candidly about the fear, loneliness, questions, and unexpected challenges that accompany grief.  Together, we explore how suffering impacts faith, prayer, relationships, and one's understanding of God's purposes. Bob offers prac...

Why do some people embrace Christ while others reject him? If salvation is entirely by grace, what role does human response play? And what do we do with passages that seem to emphasize both God's sovereign initiative and our responsibility to believe? In this episode, Ron Moore and Tom Rojahn join host Jill Kowalski to explore some of the Bible's most thought-provoking passages concerning salvatio...

Ron Moore and Tom Rojahn are joined by host Jill Kowalski to discuss God’s sovereignty and man’s responsibility. The conversation engages J.I. Packer’s idea of antinomy, discusses the dangers of overemphasizing either divine sovereignty or human responsibility, and considers why mystery in theology is not the same thing as incoherence.

For three decades, Ed Glover and his wife Tammy have faithfully served Pittsburgh’s North Side through a ministry rooted in presence, discipleship, and holistic transformation. In this deeply personal conversation, Ed shares the story behind Urban Impact — from his own journey to Christ and calling into ministry to the early days of reaching youth with faith and obedience. This episode explores: -...

What’s the difference between being sorry you got caught and genuinely repenting before God? In this episode of The Living Grounded Podcast, Ron Moore and Jill Kowalski discuss the recent public controversy surrounding NFL coach Mike Vrabel and sports journalist Dianna Russini—and why stories like these often reveal a deeper spiritual issue: the difference between regret and repentance. Using Psal...

In this important and timely episode of The Living Grounded Podcast, Jill Kowalski, Kyle Zacour, and Ron Moore discuss the growing crisis of loneliness, isolation, and disconnection impacting families, teenagers, and communities across America. More importantly, they ask: What does Scripture teach about why humans were created for relationship? Why are teens and young adults struggling to feel see...

Megg Hondru and Luke Mantzell join host Ron Moore to discuss the challenges teens face today that look nothing like they did a generation ago.  Through personal stories, frontline experience, and honest conversation, we explore: - Where a passion for reaching teens begins - The hidden pressures teens carry that most adults miss - How parents can start difficult conversations around shame, mental h...

What are the biggest digital threats facing your kids right now—and what can you do about them today? In this focused episode, Ron Moore breaks down ten essential insights every parent needs, from managing screen time and preventing addiction to fostering trust and teaching identity in Christ. This episode is practical, urgent, and deeply encouraging for parents navigating today’s challenges.

Tyler walked away from his faith and into a life marked by substance abuse, searching for something to fill the void. What began as distance from God eventually led to an overdose that could have ended everything. But it didn’t. In this powerful and honest conversation, Tyler shares how one constant never wavered—his dad’s unconditional love. That steady presence became a lifeline, guiding him bac...

In this episode of The Living Grounded Podcast, we sit down with bestselling author Cliff Graham to explore the raw, unfiltered life of King David. From battlefield courage to deep personal failure, David’s story reveals what it truly means to be both a warrior and a worshiper. This conversation challenges modern assumptions about masculinity, leadership, brotherhood, and what it means to be a man...

In this powerful and sobering episode of The Living Grounded Podcast, we sit down with survivor and advocate Alicia Kozak to uncover the real dangers of online grooming and exploitation. Alicia shares her personal story of being abducted after online manipulation—and how the FBI rescued her after four terrifying days. This conversation equips both parents and young people with practical awareness,...

Jessie Merckle discusses how she navigated the pressure and challenges to become the top javelin thrower in the country even amidst some behind-the-scenes difficulties. ,

Jill Kowalski sits down with Ron Moore to wrestle through faith, politics, Israel, and God’s sovereignty in a world at war. This conversation won’t give you easy answers—but it will challenge how you think, pray, and live.

Fear stops a lot of people from stepping into the life God is inviting them to live—but what if fear isn’t the signal to stop, but the signal to trust Him more deeply? In this episode of the Living Grounded Podcast, we welcome back Kent Chevalier, chaplain of the Pittsburgh Steelers, to talk about courage, calling, and the message behind his book Do It Afraid. Kent shares how to discern whether fe...

Ron Moore and Kyle Zacour join Jake Overman, University of Pittsburgh football standout, to discuss his Christian faith and what it looks like to live boldly for Jesus. 

A recent high school arrest for sexual extortion has shaken our community and left many parents asking, “Could this happen to my child?” In this powerful and practical conversation, therapist Heidi Erickson explains how screens impact the developing brain, why online behavior can escalate so quickly, and how technology can hijack young minds. Most importantly, we offer real tools and hope for pare...

In this episode of the Living Grounded Podcast, I sit down with longtime friend, Scott Keffer, to trace his journey from first trusting Christ to faithfully discipling others for decades. Scott shares how a deep love for Scripture shaped his identity, leadership, and one-on-one investment in people. Whether you feel spiritually dry or hungry for more of God’s Word, this conversation will challenge...

Jill Kowalski, Tom Rojahn, and Ron Moore discuss the question “Where do I go to hide from God?” using the story of King David’s escape to Ziklag. In this episode, we explore the warning signs that lead us to our own “Ziklag,” and the grace of crisis that brings us home.

Kaitlyn and Matt Freund share with raw honesty how their faith was tested when their daughter Monroe was born with life-threatening health challenges.

In this heartfelt episode of the Living Grounded Podcast, Kyle and I sit down with Olivia Sperber, a gifted singer-songwriter with a recording contract and a clear path to Nashville—who chose to pause her rising career for something even more meaningful: family.

Tom Rojahn and Ron Moore take an honest and biblical look at Christian community. Together, they explore why following Jesus was never meant to be a solo journey—and why true community goes far beyond showing up on Sundays.

Writer and activist Ben Zeisloft on the abolitionist view of abortion. This episode is purposed to stretch us, challenge us, and force us to examine what faithfulness looks like in a complex culture.