Undaunted Pursuit Podcast

What if there was a way to stay connected with your students all week long—not just on Wednesday or Sunday? In this powerful episode of the Undaunted Pursuit Podcast, Aaron sits down with Jared Pickrell, founder of the Fresh Fire App, to discuss a game-changing tool designed specifically for youth ministry. After serving in youth ministry for over a decade, Jared saw a major gap in how churches di...

Sometimes technology crashes. Sometimes life gets chaotic. Sometimes the plans you carefully made completely fall apart. This week on the Undaunted Pursuit Podcast, Aaron is flying solo — not by choice, but because an entire recorded episode disappeared before it could ever be released. But in the middle of the frustration, sickness, busyness, youth ministry prep, and nonstop life moments, one tru...

This week on the Undaunted Pursuit Podcast, Aaron and Ashley are back together for one of the most real, passionate, and encouraging conversations yet. From launching a brand-new youth group to diving deep into Philippians chapter 2, this episode is packed with truth, laughter, conviction, and powerful reminders about what it actually means to follow Jesus. The world says: 👉 “Do what makes YOU ha...

This week on the Undaunted Pursuit Podcast, Aaron goes solo in a raw, late-night recording—no script, no filters, just real talk straight from the heart. After a busy season of life, family, and stepping into a new calling as youth leaders, Aaron sits down to reflect on what God is doing—and where He’s leading next. From exciting updates about the new youth ministry (and an unforgettable silent di...

🎙️ Show Notes This week on the Undaunted Pursuit Podcast, Aaron is joined by a very special guest—his firstborn son, Wyatt—for a real, honest, and encouraging conversation about faith, youth, and purpose. Together, they dive into what it means to follow Jesus as a young person in today’s world, unpacking the powerful truth found in 1 Timothy 4:12—not letting anyone look down on you because of your...

This week on the Undaunted Pursuit Podcast, Aaron is joined by a very special guest — his second-born son, Austin. No scripts. No polish. Just real conversation. Together, they dive into what it actually looks like to follow Jesus through the eyes of a 13-year-old. From identity struggles and peer pressure to youth group experiences and daily habits of prayer, this episode gives an honest glimpse...

Aaron and Ashley are back—new setup, new mics, and a whole lot of real talk as they finish Ecclesiastes 11–12. Between laughs about the learning curve (and a few soundboard buttons that might become permanent), the conversation turns into a powerful wrap-up of Solomon’s “end of the matter” message. In this episode, you’ll hear why faith can’t be postponed until conditions feel perfect—and why wait...

Aaron and Ashley are finally back together behind the mics after an extended break, kicking off the year with honest conversation, laughter, and a deep dive into Ecclesiastes 10. In this episode, they reflect on the recent fast, the unexpected breakthroughs that came with it, and the word God has clearly placed on this season: growth and refinement. From spiritual discipline to everyday wisdom, th...

In this powerful first episode of the year, Aaron sits down with writer, theologian, podcaster, and creative thinker Jake Doberenz for a wide-ranging and deeply thoughtful conversation that challenges how we think about faith, Scripture, culture, and what it really means to follow Jesus. Jake shares his journey as a self-described multi-potentialite—someone wired with many interests—and explains w...

Aaron and Ashley are back together on this special Christmas-season episode of the Undaunted Pursuit Podcast, and we want to start by saying Merry Christmas to each and every one of you 🎄 As the year winds down, they dive into Ecclesiastes chapter 9, unpacking what it truly means to live wisely under the sun while keeping eternity in view. In a real, unscripted conversation—full of holiday reflec...

In this week’s episode of Undaunted Pursuit Podcast, Aaron and Ashley are back at it—coffee in hand, voices struggling, but hearts fully engaged—as they dive deep into Ecclesiastes chapter 8. This conversation wrestles honestly with wisdom, authority, obedience, fear, and God’s perfect timing. From navigating earthly leadership to trusting the sovereignty of God, this chapter reminds us that no ma...

Marshall. Is. Back. 🎉 In this fun-filled episode of Undaunted Pursuit Podcast, Aaron rolls out the red carpet (and the hype music) to welcome back the world traveler / mysterious man of mystery / new suburban dad himself, Marshall Massey. The guys catch up on: Marshall’s “mansion” in the HOA burbs (moat, crocodiles, Tesla scooter and all 😂) Surviving new-dad life, promotion life, and endless lat...

Welcome back to the Undaunted Pursuit Podcast, where bold faith meets real talk. This week, Aaron and Ashley dive deep into Ecclesiastes 7—a packed chapter full of wisdom, patience, pride, adversity, and what it really means to walk uprightly before the Lord in a world that constantly pulls us the other direction. From hilarious real-life moments (like wax-related suffering and being “too full” be...

After a long and unexpectedly chaotic break (illness, weather, work, holiday madness—you name it), Aaron and Ashley are finally back behind the mics for a special Thanksgiving Week Episode of the Undaunted Pursuit Podcast! This week, we dive deep into Ecclesiastes 7, a chapter packed with truth about legacy, suffering, character, and godly wisdom. Why does Solomon say the day of your death is bett...

Episode Summary We’re back! Aaron and Ashley return to the studio to continue our Ecclesiastes journey—this week unpacking chapters 5–6. We talk about living with reverence, letting your “yes” be yes, why the tongue can set whole lives ablaze (hi, James 3 👀), and how chasing money and “more” never satisfies. Plus: a big announcement—our family has been invited to serve with missionaries in Brazil...

🎧 Episode Summary: Aaron and Ashley are back in the studio — bundled up and caffeinated — diving deep into Ecclesiastes 4 for another powerful (and funny) episode of Undaunted Pursuit Podcast! From frost warnings and failed elk hunts to wiring ceiling fans and Caribbean-style shrimp dinners, this episode has it all. But beneath the laughs lies a profound discussion: 👉 What happens when life feel...

Show Notes: This week on Undaunted Pursuit Podcast, Aaron sits down with a very special guest—Jake Zerfas, better known as Rebel Redeemed 316—to talk faith, redemption, and the wild world of AI music production. 🎶 Jake’s story is as gritty and real as the southern outlaw rock sound he creates. Once lost in betrayal, pride, and brokenness, God pulled him out of the pit through the Regeneration pro...

After a wild week of road construction, airport “adventures,” a midnight arrival, and—yep—a mule deer encounter, Aaron and Ashley are BACK on the Undaunted Pursuit Podcast and jumping into Ecclesiastes 3: “a time for everything.” From a powerful river baptism in Arkansas to reminders to rest, rejoice, and keep Jesus at the center, this episode mixes real-life travel stories with timeless biblical...

Aaron and Ashley are back at it again, digging into Ecclesiastes Chapter 2—and let’s just say, Solomon would’ve been the original “go big or go home” guy. Mansions? Vineyards? Pools big enough to water a forest? Check. A comedy binge followed by too much wine? Also check. But in the end? It was all just… chasing the wind. This week we unpack: Solomon’s “pleasure experiment” and why laughter and li...

Show Notes Aaron and Ashley are back! After wrapping up our Marriage Series, we’re diving headfirst into something fresh (and delightfully ancient): Ecclesiastes. If you’ve ever asked, “What’s the point of life? Eat, work, sleep, repeat?”—congrats, you and King Solomon are on the same wavelength. In this episode, we unpack Ecclesiastes 1—vanity, vapor, and chasing the wind—with humor, Scripture, a...

💍 Marriage Talk—Round 4! Aaron and Ashley are back at it again, diving deep into the sometimes misunderstood (and often misquoted) topic of submission in marriage. Spoiler alert: it’s not about rolling over or giving up your voice—it’s about being on the same mission under God’s design. From 1 Peter 3, Ephesians 5, and Colossians 3, they unpack what Scripture really says about love, respect, and...

Show Notes: We’re back this week with another raw and real episode as Aaron and Ashley continue diving into marriage — this time tackling a tough but crucial topic: being unequally yoked. From cherry plum injuries 🫣 to emotional support chickens 🐔 (yes, you read that right), we kick things off with a few life updates before diving into 2 Corinthians 6 and unpacking what it really means to be une...

In this week’s episode, Aaron and Ashley are back at it—diving deep into the biblical foundation of marriage with authenticity, humor, and real-life experience. From Ecclesiastes to 1 Corinthians, they unpack two seemingly opposing biblical perspectives—why two are better than one and why Paul says it’s better to be single. Spoiler alert: it’s not a contradiction! Together, they tackle: The true m...

🪵☀️ Berries, rivers, and rock slides... but also Genesis, God’s design, and gritty real talk about marriage. This week, Aaron is joined by Ashley as they kick off the brand new Marriage Series on Undaunted Pursuit Podcast! From wild Idaho summers to the heart of biblical union, this episode is raw, real, and refreshingly relatable. Whether you're newly married, long-time committed, or just wonder...

Ready to dive into the grand finale of our James study? This week on Undaunted Pursuit, Aaron and Ashley are wrapping up James Chapter 5, delivering powerful insights that will challenge and encourage your faith!   🔥 Unpacking James 5: The Ultimate Showdown! 🔥   This episode, we're tearing into James Chapter 5, and trust us, it's packed with hard truths and incredible wisdom for every believer....