The early Christians in the book of Acts were willing to face persecution, imprisonment, and even death for their faith—rejoicing they were "worthy to suffer." We explore how this contrasts with modern Christians who often feel anxious when oth...

Back-to-school season presents Christian parents with the challenge of preparing children to maintain their faith when returning to worldly environments after spending summer in Christian homes.• Live your faith authentically in front o...

Anxiety affects countless people, but through faith, prayer, and community, we can find effective ways to overcome worry and experience the peace God intends for us.• Biblical perspectives on anxiety from 1 Peter 5:7 and Matthew 6• ...

Bill and Ken explore the things in our lives that often take priority over our relationship with God, examining how our choices and anticipations reveal what we truly worship.• Modern idols such as material possessions, sports, and ente...

We dive deep into what it truly means to become a Christian and how that impacts our daily lives beyond simply getting "fire insurance" for eternity.• Christianity begins with following Jesus, not with religious rituals or requirements<...

We explore the critical but often overlooked concept of true repentance in modern Christianity and how many churches have reduced faith to simply "being nice" while avoiding difficult conversations about sin.• Repentance is much more th...

Prayer is often reduced to routine recitations or casual emojis, but authentic prayer requires intentionally approaching God with both petitions and praise. This episode explores how to develop meaningful prayer practices that go beyond ritual ...

The foundational structure of church isn't about rules, traditions, or dress codes—it's about heart posture and letting the Holy Spirit lead.• Reverence for God matters more than what you wear to church.• Modern church structures of...

Exploring six commonly misquoted Bible verses that are often taken out of context on social media, in sermons, and in everyday conversation. We examine what these verses actually mean when read in their proper context and why it matters for our...

Discipleship is more than just getting saved – it's about fulfilling the Great Commission and actively making disciples throughout our Christian journey.• Salvation is like first down at your own 20-yard line – you still have 70 yards t...

We explore why many churches today are being influenced more by the world than influencing it, examining how entertainment and marketing tactics have infiltrated worship services and challenging believers to return to authentic faith.• ...

We explore the disconnect between what Christians claim is important and where they actually invest their time and energy, challenging listeners to evaluate their priorities against Scripture rather than cultural trends.• Churches often...

We explore how prayer serves as a conversation with God and why it should function as a steering wheel in our lives rather than just a spare tire for emergencies. Many Christians limit their prayers to physical needs while neglecting spiritual ...

Pastor Ken and Bill tackle one of faith's toughest questions—why pray for protection when suffering continues? They explore finding peace in God's sovereignty even when loved ones pass away despite our fervent prayers.• Learning to trus...

We explore the complex motivations behind Christian living and whether believers are driven by love for God or simply trying to save themselves.• Spiritual maturity requires moving beyond the idea that salvation is the end goal rather t...

Growing your faith requires being part of a Christ-centered church community and allowing God to work through you rather than trying to work for Him. We tackle common faith questions and provide practical, biblical guidance for spiritual growth...

This episode tackles the profound question many Christians wrestle with but rarely voice: what's the difference between being a Christian in name and being "all in" with your faith? Pastor Ken shares powerful stories of longtime church members ...

Pastor Ken Ansell and Bill Whitmire explore the dangerous terrain of celebrity culture within Christian music and ministry, examining how true worship can get lost when we elevate songs, artists, and pastors above Christ Himself.• Chris...

We explore the difference between the roots and fruits of faith, emphasizing that works should naturally flow from our relationship with Christ rather than serving as a checklist to earn salvation.• Works are the fruits of faith, not th...

Ken and Bill explore what it truly means to be disciples of Christ and the subtle ways idolatry creeps into our daily lives. They discuss how anything taking priority over God—from sports obsessions to material possessions—can become an idol th...

We tackle the age-old question of why bad things happen to good people, exploring biblical truths about facing life's challenges and finding God's presence in our troubles.• Jesus told us we would have trouble in this life - it's normal...

We explore whether there's a "right way" to do church, examining how traditions can either strengthen or hinder genuine worship. Our conversation challenges believers to focus more on what they worship rather than how they worship.• Chu...

Prayer should be your steering wheel, not your spare tire. This powerful insight from Pastor Ken and host Bill frames our rich exploration of what it means to "pray without ceasing" as instructed in 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18.The conversat...

A transformative journey unfolds as we discuss living a scripturally focused life. We explore the distractions that keep us from deepening our relationship with God and emphasize the importance of community among believers. • Overc...

A powerful exploration of grace and guilt unfolds as we discuss how our failures do not define us. Embracing God's grace is essential for leading a meaningful life. • The battle between guilt and grace • Apostle Paul’s ins...