Faith is a Journey

After 26 years of marriage, we've learned that lasting relationships aren't built during the easy seasons. They're forged through loss, hardship, forgiveness, and ultimately by putting Christ at the center.
In this episode of Faith Is a Journey, we share our story of building a Christ-centered marriage through raising a family, building a business together, walking through grief, years of spiritual wandering, and discovering how returning to Christ transformed our lives.
Our prayer is that our journey encourages you in yours and points you toward Jesus.
Scriptures referenced: Matthew 7:24-27, Ecclesiastes 4:12
Note: This episode reflects our personal experiences and opinions after 26 years of marriage. Every relationship is unique. If you're in an abusive or unsafe relationship, please seek appropriate professional help and support.

In this episode of Faith Is a Journey, we share a personal story of rejection within a church ministry and the unexpected lessons God taught us through it. We talk about church hurt, rejection, idolizing people instead of Christ, and how God can use closed doors to lead us in a new direction.
If you've ever felt overlooked, unwanted, or discouraged by people in the church, this conversation is for you. Our hope is that you'll be encouraged to keep your eyes on Jesus, trust God's plan, and remember that your identity is found in Christ not in the approval of others.
Scripture discussed: David, Joseph, Acts, and Jesus' rejection in His hometown.
We'd love to hear your thoughts. Thanks for joining us on the journey.

One faded poem. One faithful father. One lesson I'll never forget.
While cleaning out my parents' home after my father's passing, I found an old framed copy of The Man in the Glass, a poem he kept for years as a daily reminder to live with integrity.
In this episode of Faith Is a Journey, I reflect on what that poem meant to him, the legacy he left behind, and how Scripture takes its message even further. The poem reminds us not to cheat the person we see in the mirror. The Bible reminds us that God sees even deeper, our motives, our hearts, and who we're becoming.
This is a conversation about character, integrity, legacy, and becoming the person God is shaping us to be.
If this episode encouraged you, we'd love to hear your thoughts in the comments. What lesson or value did someone in your life leave behind that still shapes you today?
Thanks for joining us on the journey.

Looking for Christian fiction that's a fun read? In this episode, I share my top three favorite Christian novels that are engaging, thoughtful, and genuinely entertaining without feeling preachy or overly predictable.
Whether you enjoy character-driven stories, suspense, or action-packed thrillers, these books have stayed with me long after I finished reading them.
Books featured:📚 The Extraordinary Deaths of Mrs. Kipp by Sara Brunsvold📚 Elysium Tide by James R. Hannibal📚 The Immortal by Angela Hunt
Have you read any of these? Or do you have a favorite Christian novel I should add to my reading list? Let me know in the comments!
Thanks for joining us on Faith Is a Journey.

Every one of us wants to be seen, known, and valued. But what happens when our identity starts depending on likes, compliments, success, or other people's approval?
In this kitchen table conversation, we talk honestly about our own struggle with validation, how social media amplifies it, and why nothing in this world can satisfy the deepest longing of the human heart. Together we explore what Scripture says about where our true identity is found and why lasting peace comes from knowing God rather than chasing the approval of people.
Scripture discussed: Genesis 3, Ecclesiastes 3:11, Psalm 139, Galatians 1:10, and Isaiah 43:1.

What if some of the best advice for life was written nearly 3,000 years ago?
In this episode of Faith Is a Journey, we explore 10 powerful Proverbs and discuss how they apply to everyday life. From choosing the right friends and controlling your words to avoiding pride, working diligently, and growing in wisdom, these timeless principles are just as relevant today as they were when they were written.
We also talk about why Proverbs isn't a book of guarantees, but a collection of practical wisdom that helps us navigate real life.
Whether you're new to the Bible or have been reading it for years, this conversation will challenge you to slow down, reflect, and apply God's wisdom in your own life.
In this episode, we discuss:
Why Proverbs are principles, not promises
How your friendships shape your future
The danger of pride and unchecked words
Why hard work beats empty talk
What "Iron Sharpens Iron" really means
Practical ways to apply biblical wisdom every day
If you've ever wondered how the Book of Proverbs applies to modern life, this episode is for you.