Host John Cain sits down with Pastor Dan Schepmann of Gloria Dei Lutheran Church in Clear Lake, Texas—right near NASA—to explore a simple, life-shaping truth: God blesses His people so they can be a blessing. Drawing from Genesis 12, Pastor Schepmann unpacks the difference between the justified life (what Jesus has done for you) and the sanctified life (how Jesus now works through you), and he shares how Gloria Dei has grown into a “neighborhood church” that serves far beyond its walls.

From mentoring younger pastors to leveraging church facilities for community impact, this conversation is a clear call to stop asking “What’s in it for me?” and start living for the Kingdom—trusting that the limitless God can multiply even our limited resources.

In this episode of Engaging Truth, Pastor Trey Sansom sits down with Pastor Gene Johnson of Trinity Klein Lutheran Church and School to explore a leadership truth rooted in John 13 and Philippians 2: the heart of leadership is a servant heart. Reflecting on Jesus washing His disciples’ feet, Gene unpacks how true influence flows not from authority or ego, but from humility, vulnerability, and a life saturated in Christ.

Together they discuss how servant leadership resists pride, avoids legalism, and grows out of daily time with Jesus. Whether you lead in a church, workplace, home, or community, this conversation offers a practical and Gospel-centered vision for influencing others the way Jesus does.

This week, we talk to Pastor Tim Engel about Lutheran Church Charities K-9 Comfort Dog Ministry. Pastor Tim and the Comfort Dogs’ special service has helped countless people in the wake of natural disaster, family upheaval, and national tragedies.

Tim brings a unique perspective to help in hard times and how bringing Jesus’ love and a ministry of presence can change everything. Pastor Josh Knippa hosts.