What’s love got to do with it? In this Connecting Faith & Life episode, I wrestle with a simple but life-changing question: Which definition of love are you living by? On Valentine’s Day, culture tells us love is a feeling. Chemistry. Romance. But Scripture tells us something deeper. In this video, I talk about how love doesn’t start with us. It starts with God. God doesn’t just show love. God is love. And that changes how we treat people online, in our homes, and even when love isn’t returned.

If you’ve ever wondered whether love is more than emotion… this one’s for you.

Watch now. Then ask yourself: What would change if you let God define love?

Questions for personal reflection:

Where did you first learn what love means? Music, movies, family, church? How has that shaped you?

How is God’s definition of love different from the world’s definition?

Can you love someone you strongly disagree with? What would that look like?

What would change in your relationships if love was based on commitment instead of feelings?

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I once helped my wife repot a plant, moving it from a small pot into a bigger one so it could keep growing. That simple moment reminded me of something deeper about how we work with kids and teenagers.
Too often, we label people based on who they used to be instead of giving them space to grow. Just like plants need room for their roots, people need grace, patience, and space to grow.
In this episode of Connecting Faith and Life, I share a youth leader training on why labels can stunt spiritual growth and how even “Doubting Thomas” was given room to believe.
If you work with kids or teens, this conversation matters.
Watch now and ask yourself, Are we giving them room to grow?

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I don’t usually get excited before something happens. I protect my expectations. But once something is finished, I celebrate. That’s exactly what this episode is about. I’m celebrating the completion of Rooted and Ready, a 30-day journey through Scripture designed to help grow your faith and transform your life.

In this episode of Connecting Faith and Life, I share why this series matters to me, how it came together, and how you can walk through it on your own, with your family, or in a group. This isn’t about going viral. It’s about obedience, faithfulness, and letting God use what’s been planted.

Watch now. Walk through it. And ask yourself, what would God do with my obedience?

Questions for personal reflection:

Why do you think finishing something matters spiritually, even when results feel small?

Which verse or idea from Rooted and Ready stood out most to you, and why?

How does your perspective change when obedience becomes the goal instead of outcomes?

What is one faith step God may be asking you to take right now?

30-Day Rooted and Ready series

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I’ve learned the hard way that ministry can drain you if you never stop to refuel. In this video, I wrestle with a question many leaders feel guilty even asking: Should you ever put yourself first?

Using Scripture, personal experience, and the reminder to stay connected to the Source, I talk about avoiding burnout, abiding in Christ, and why ministry should always flow from time with God, not replace it. If you’re serving in kids or youth ministry and feeling stretched thin, this one’s for you.

Watch now, share it with your team, and let’s talk about what it really means to stay connected.

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What’s the one skill that will really help you reach students? In this episode, I share why authenticity, personal faith, and truly listening matter more than trying to be cool or relatable. I talk about setting healthy boundaries, why respect still matters, and how understanding a student’s story can completely change how you connect with them.

This conversation is for ministry leaders, parents, and anyone who works with kids and teens. I also introduce a free training series from Proclaim Ministries designed to help adults connect with children in meaningful ways.

Watch now, reflect honestly, and ask yourself: Am I really listening?

Connecting with Children

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I’ve learned that if something matters, you protect it. That’s why I believe kids need to hide God’s Word in their hearts. In this video, I share why teaching memory verses matters, how Psalm 119:11 has shaped my ministry, and a simple five-step method I’ve used through CEF and in my own church. I also walk through 1 Thessalonians 5:16–18 and show how hand motions and engaging activities help kids actually remember Scripture, not just repeat it. This isn’t about entertainment. It’s about helping kids treasure God’s Word for life.

Watch now and ask yourself, what are we really teaching kids to hold onto?

[0:00] Intro

[0:45] How to teach memory verses

[8:20] 1 Thessalonians 5:16–18 memory verse

How to Teach a Memory Verse

1 Thessalonians 5:16–18 memory verse

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In this episode of Connecting Faith and Life, I’m reflecting on a new year, a new season, and a word God has placed on my heart for 2026: intentionality.

I share prayer requests, gratitude for God’s faithfulness, and why we launched our new Rooted and Ready series. I also talk honestly about rhythms, spiritual growth, stewarding time well, and what it really means to be found faithful. This isn’t about perfection. It’s about living on purpose, one day at a time.

Watch now and ask yourself: How intentional am I with the life God has given me?

[0:00] Prayer requests and praises

[3:55] NEW 30-Day series Rooted and Ready

[5:00] Word of the Year 2026

Questions for personal reflection:

What does being “intentional” look like in your faith right now?

How are rhythms different from goals, and why might that matter spiritually?

Which verse or moment from this episode stood out to you most, and why?

If this year were viewed through one word, what would you choose and why?

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In this podcast episode, I share a brief recap of our Advent series and introduce a brand new 30 day devotional series called Rooted and Ready, launching January 1st. It’s built around 30 Bible verses that have shaped my faith, and I hope they help shape yours too.

Watch now, reflect with me, and ask yourself this question: What is my life really rooted in?

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[0:00] Advent recap

[4:25] NEW 30 Day Series

[9:25] Sneak peek

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