Dylan's story reminds us that God never calls us away from His purpose for our lives. Even after walking away from ministry for years, he heard his calling, a Samuel moment that changed everything. "I never called you away from the calling I had for you," God said. Your past does not disqualify you. Your weaknesses become the very place where Christ shines brightest. Whether you're in high school or navigating life's wilderness seasons, God is preparing you for a breakthrough. We are ce...

Listen in to a special episode of the ML Podcoast... Mother's Day edition! This conversation with Maggie Byers, Megan Oyler, and Missy Potts illustrates what discipleship looks like in the trenches of everyday life. The wisdom shared reminds us that discipleship happens around the dinner table, during car rides, and even while shopping. What stands out is the emphasis on consistency over perfection, and the powerful truth that our children and those we influence need to see us living o...

The conversation with R.W. explored the transformative power of intentionality in our relationship with Jesus and with others. R.W. shared his personal journey, demonstrating how God can redeem our past and use it for His glory. Now serving as the Church of God Associate State Pastor, R.W. reminded us that our spiritual growth is not accidental, it requires deliberate choices to pursue Jesus daily, fill ourselves spiritually so we can pour into others, and never underestimate how God might us...

What does it truly mean to follow Jesus in our everyday lives? The conversation with Jenna Potts reminds us that faith is not about having everything figured out or presenting a perfect version of ourselves. Instead, it's about choosing to say yes to Jesus each day, even when life gets messy and complicated. We discover that discipleship happens not in grand, dramatic moments, but in the small, consistent steps we take toward Christ. Our faith must be lived out loud through our actions, not j...

Our conversation with Brian Tuttle invites us to consider what it truly means to live out our faith in the everyday spaces where we spend most of our time. We are reminded of the powerful truth that following Jesus is not just about Sunday mornings, but about carrying His presence into our workplaces, conversations, and daily interactions. We are challenged to see our workplaces as mission fields, where simple acts like offering to pray for someone or displaying Scripture can plant seeds of f...

Evan Gabriel shares his powerful journey of surrendering the "I" and embracing God's unexpected plan. This powerful testimony reminds us that God's calling often comes when we least expect it, sometimes completely contrary to our own plans and aspirations. The central lesson revolves around removing the 'I' from our faith journey—shifting from 'I never considered this' to 'what does God want for me?' His story illustrates how God prepares us through seasons we don't understand at the time, on...

This conversation with Bethany Birkhead reminds us that following Jesus is not a destination but a journey of continuous learning and unlearning. We are challenged to embrace the truth that we are never enough on our own, and that is exactly the point. When we stop trying to measure up to impossible standards and instead rest in Christ's sufficiency, we discover the freedom to serve authentically. The discussion highlights how ministry to youth and marginalized communities requires us to be c...

What does authentic faith look like in a world that constantly demands perfection? This conversation with Brooke Brink reminds us that following Jesus isn't about fitting into molds or achieving flawless Christianity—it's about a genuine, messy, beautiful relationship with Him. Brooke invites us to consider how transformation happens not through our own efforts to clean ourselves up, but through allowing Jesus to come in 'like a wrecking ball' and do the work only He can do. The powerful trut...

Laura White shared her remarkable journey from a difficult childhood in Romania to finding freedom and purpose in Christ. Her story is an example of the transformative power of forgiveness, the faithfulness of God through life's darkest valleys, and how surrendering our will to Him opens the door to experiencing His perfect plan. In her testimony, we hear that no matter where we come from or what we've experienced, God can take our broken pieces and create something beautiful for His glory.

This podcast episode explored the profound truth of finding our identity in Christ and the importance of Christian community. Peggy Ault shared her personal journey of adoption - both earthly and spiritual - and how understanding whose we are transforms our understanding of who we are. Her testimony reminds us that when we're anchored in God's love and surrounded by faithful believers, we can weather any storm life brings. This has significant implications for how we approach our daily walk w...