We talk about rest like it’s a destination — a vacation, a day off, a moment of peace that always seems just out of reach. But what if rest isn’t a place you go… what if it’s a Person you know?

In this powerful and personal episode, Donnie unpacks Jesus’ invitation in Matthew 11:28–30: “Come to Me, all who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.” This isn’t about escaping life — it’s about finally finding life in Him.

Through story, Scripture, and soul-level honesty, Donnie explores why we keep running on empty, how religion can wear us out, and what it looks like to lay down the heavy yoke and actually rest in the presence of Christ. This episode isn’t a nap for the soul — it’s a wake-up call to peace.

Themes:

• The real meaning of Jesus’ invitation to “come to Me.”
• Why spiritual exhaustion happens — even when you love God.
• How rest in Jesus is active, not lazy.
• Letting go of the pressure to perform for God.
• Learning to live from peace instead of constantly chasing it.

Thoughts for You

• What if your rest isn’t a weekend… it’s a Person?
• Are you resting in Jesus — or just running on Christian autopilot?
• Why do so many believers know about peace but rarely live in it?
• What would your life look like if you stopped striving and started abiding?
• Could it be that what you’re craving isn’t relief… but relationship?

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Jesus didn’t call us to blend in — He called us to shine. In this episode, Donnie talks about what it really means to be the light of the world in a culture that feels darker by the day. It’s not about perfection, performance, or living in a bubble — it’s about carrying God’s light into ordinary places: our work, our homes, and even our hardest relationships.

With stories, Scripture, and raw honesty, Donnie reminds us that the same light that broke through the tomb now lives in us. When believers stop hiding and start shining, hope spreads. And maybe — just maybe — the people around us will start to see Jesus again.

Themes:

• What Jesus meant when He said, “You are the light of the world.”
• How to shine in a dark workplace or weary world.
• Why our light grows brighter when we stop pretending.
• The danger of hiding your light behind comfort or fear.
• How to live with joy, courage, and visibility for Christ.

• What if the light God put in you was never meant to stay safe?
• Have you ever realized your workplace might be your mission field?
• Are you shining… or just surviving?
• What happens when believers stop hiding their light?
• How bright would the world be if we all lived like Jesus really meant what He said?

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What do you do when the people you love most — your kids, your parents, even your own generation — just don’t see life or faith the same way anymore? In this honest and heartfelt episode, Donnie opens up about the tension and tenderness of living between generations. From the wisdom of age to the wandering of youth, he explores what Scripture says about staying connected, loving through the gaps, and trusting that God is still working on every heart — even when hope feels thin.

This one’s for every parent praying for their adult child, every believer caught between generations, and every weary heart learning to keep loving without giving up.

• How to stay close when your family drifts apart
• Biblical wisdom for parents of adult children
• The ache of watching kids walk away from God
• How to keep faith alive across generations

MORE TO CONSIDER:

• What if love looks more like listening than lecturing?
• How do you stay connected when your grown kids don’t want your advice?
• What can you do when the people you raised no longer walk with God?
• Is it possible to have peace when your family’s on different pages?
• What if God’s not done — He’s just not finished yet?

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Thanks for listening. Eyes on Jesus.