The Truth in Love Podcast

Some passages in Scripture are so often misunderstood that they leave sincere believers questioning the very thing God intended to give them—peace. In this episode, Kimberly Faith and John McLarty step into five commonly debated Bible verses that many people fear point to the loss of salvation. Instead of fueling doubt, these verses—when read in their full context—highlight the holiness of God, th...

Can a believer lose their salvation—or is it truly secure? In this episode of the Truth in Love Podcast , Kimberly Faith and her father, John McLarty, address one of the most foundational and misunderstood doctrines of the Christian faith: the eternal security of the believer. Together, they confront the fear, confusion, and anxiety many carry about whether they are “good enough” to keep their sal...

In this New Year’s episode, Kimberly Faith and her dad, John McLarty, invite listeners to see 2026 as a year of intentional spiritual warfare—not in fear, but in confidence that Jesus has already won. Starting from the picture of Jesus “born onto the battlefield,” they remind us that when we are born again, we too are placed in the middle of a very real spiritual conflict. Drawing from Ephesians 6...

In this heartfelt conclusion to the Best Gifts of Christmas series, Kimberly Faith and John McLarty explore one of the most overlooked yet transformative gifts God gives His children: humility . Rooted in Philippians 2, they reflect on how Jesus—though fully God—chose to humble Himself, becoming the ultimate example of strength surrendered to the Father. Together, Kimberly and John discuss what hu...

In this Christmas episode of the Truth in Love podcast, Kimberly Faith and her dad, John McLarty, explore Jesus as the Living Word and the priceless gift of God’s written Word. Starting in John 1, they examine how Jesus, the Word made flesh, brings life and light into our darkness—and how the Bible is literally the mind of God being poured into our minds. Through Scriptures like Psalm 119, Psalm 1...

In this deeply encouraging Christmas episode, Kimberly Faith and her father, John McLarty, continue their discussion of eternal rewards —this time diving into the five crowns promised to born-again believers. With warmth, humor, and heartfelt stories (including a rare dime and a powerful illustration of how blessings multiply), they break down why these crowns are not prizes we strive for in self-...

As Kimberly Faith and John McLarty launch the December podcast series, they explore a side of Christmas we rarely slow down to consider—the eternal gifts God gives His children. While we often focus on earthly blessings, answered prayers, health needs, and holiday traditions, Scripture reminds us that we are in a spiritual battle and that God offers spiritual gifts that outlast every season of lif...

So much of the Christian life rises and falls on what we allow to live in our mind. In this conversation, Kimberly Faith and John McLarty discuss the daily battle between the mind of the flesh and the mind of Christ. Drawing from Galatians 5, Romans 12, 2 Corinthians 10, Deuteronomy 6, and even the rebuilding of Jerusalem’s walls in Nehemiah, they show that every believer actually has two “inputs”...

With mental-health headlines everywhere, Kimberly Faith and her father, John McLarty, go straight to Scripture to ask a deeper question: Knowing the mind you’ve been given and maximizing its use. Kimberly and John discuss the spiritual anatomy of human design—body, soul, and spirit—and explain how every believer operates with two potential minds, or “operating systems.” The Bible discusses two dis...

Joe and Maria Vigil—married since 1989 with a combined 60 years of U.S. Army service—share how Jesus reshaped their marriage, their identity, and their purpose. From missiles overhead in Kuwait to walking the streets of Ephesus and Crete, from South America to Cambodia and the Philippines, their story moves from duty to discipleship: ordinary people saying “yes” to an extraordinary God. You’ll hea...

Few stories capture both courage and surrender like that of Ashlee Olbricht Leppert —a U.S. Coast Guard veteran, author, and woman whose life reflects God’s power to redeem every storm. From rescuing victims during Hurricane Harvey —a mission that earned her recognition from President Donald Trump —to confronting her own battles with trauma, loss, and identity, Ashlee shares how God met her in the...

In this candid and compelling episode of the Truth in Love podcast, Kimberly Faith sits down with Robert Creech to trace his unlikely path from a restless West Texas teen to a young “back-to-the-land” homesteader in the Ozarks, and finally to a surrendered follower of Jesus called to missions in Latin America. Robert shares how moral efforts, other religions, yoga, and even sincere but works-based...

In this thought-provoking solo episode of the Truth In Love Podcast , host Kimberly Faith examines a powerful question that challenges believers and skeptics alike: What is religion, really? Inspired by a recent conversation with a man with a man who claimed to be “non-religious,” Kimberly explains what it truly means to worship — and reveals that, whether we acknowledge it or not, everyone worshi...

In this moving episode of the Truth and Love Podcast , Kimberly Faith sits down once again with Stephanie Zevallos to reflect on the life and legacy of her son, Rudy (“Junior”), one year after his sudden passing. Rudy collapsed at the finish line of a half marathon in October 2024, but his short 18 years left an extraordinary impact on everyone around him. Stephanie shares how Rudy’s decision to f...

In this fascinating episode of Truth in Love , Kimberly Faith sits down with her dad, John McLarty, to uncover the surprising lessons bees can teach us about God’s design, blessing, and purpose. From their intricate behaviors, teamwork, and loyalty to the queen, to their production of honey that never spoils, bees reveal truths about intelligent design and God’s desire to bless His people abundant...

What’s the secret to living with joy, energy, and purpose well into your eighties and beyond? This week, Kimberly Faith and John McLarty sit down with John’s wife, Lynn, to talk about the biblical keys to becoming a “superager.” Drawing from both a long-term scientific study and personal experience, they explore how traits like gregariousness, service, and living for Christ keep the heart, mind, a...

On a cool, almost-fall morning, Kimberly Faith and her dad, John, discuss the life-changing power of seeing everyday moments through God’s perspective—not just on Sundays or in “ministry mode,” but in dishes, deadlines, and even broken dishwashers. Using vivid pictures (think VFR vs. IFR flying), they walk through how to get God’s perspective (born again, Word + Spirit, renewed mind), what it give...

In this special anniversary episode, Kimberly Faith and her father, John McLarty, celebrate one full year of the Truth in Love podcast. Together they reflect on God’s perfect timing, the journey that led to launching the podcast, and the many stories and teachings that have unfolded over 52 weeks. From testimonies of ordinary people walking through extraordinary circumstances, to deep discussions...

In this deeply moving episode of Truth in Love , host Kimberly Faith sits down with Debbie Dieman to share the powerful story of her son, Christopher. From childhood injuries that led to a battle with pain and addiction, to the transformative moments of repentance and reconciliation with Christ just days before his passing, Christopher’s journey is one of heartbreak, redemption, and eternal hope....

What does an intimate relationship with God actually do in a believer’s life? And if you don’t have it, how do you get it? In this episode, Kimberly Faith and her father, John McLarty, outline eight real benefits of walking closely with God—benefits like peace, strength, joy, wisdom, and divine purpose. They explain how intimacy with God isn’t a vague concept but a practical foundation that shapes...

In this powerful episode, Kimberly Faith sits down with Eli Lee, a former Amish man turned missionary to the remote Miskito people of Nicaragua. Eli shares how he grew up in a deeply religious but rule-bound culture that offered no assurance of salvation, and how a long season of physical suffering and desperation led him to cry out to God with a sincere heart. His journey takes us from generation...

In this episode, Kimberly Faith and John McLarty discuss the life-changing truth that Jesus is not only the Word made flesh—but the Living Word who dwells in every believer. They begin with John 1 and Colossians 1, laying a biblical foundation for understanding how Jesus was present at creation, is fully God, and is still actively working in us today. Through conversation and analogies—from houses...

Kimberly Faith welcomes Esther Malone Reznicek for a candid look at how God can transform creativity into ministry. Esther is a missionary-turned-creative and founder of Elevate Design , a nonprofit design ministry helping churches, missionaries, and Christian nonprofits communicate their message with clarity and beauty. From her childhood salvation experience and call to missions in Africa, to he...

In this insightful discussion, Kimberly Faith and her father, John McLarty, talk about one of the most important yet often overlooked parts of the Christian life—repentance. They speak plainly about what repentance is, why it's necessary for salvation, and how it shapes our relationship with God every day. This isn’t about checking boxes or following rules. It’s about letting go of sin and turning...