Best Brian Pruitt Podcasts (2025)

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Ep. 399: The Body Teaches the Soul with Justin Whitmel Early 57:17

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In this conversation, attorney and author Justin Whitmel Earley unpacks how embodied habits shape our spiritual life—what he calls habits as liturgies. Drawing on neuroscience and Scripture (Genesis 2:7; Romans 5; Ephesians 2; Psalm 23), Justin explains why the body often leads the heart, how practices like box breathing + breath prayers, sleep and…

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11-4-25 Bill Bellair – Michigan Mead Coalition – Competing with Mead 2:00:11

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11-4-25 Tonight we’re talking with Bill Bellair, founder of the Michigan Mead Coalition. We’re going to talk about mead in competition.Bill Bellair began his mead-making journey in 2008 when his mother expressed interest in trying tej, a traditional Ethiopian honey wine, which was unavailable locally. His early attempts—while not without the occasi…

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Ep. 398: Ages and Stages with Rita Diapoules 46:13

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In this conversation, Jay Holland and Rita Diapoules discuss the framework of children's ministry, focusing on the 'Ages and Stages' concept that helps parents understand how to guide their children spiritually as they grow. They emphasize the importance of habit stacking in daily routines to reinforce biblical truths, the significance of teaching …

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10-21-25 Brian Bookmiller – Queen City Meadery – Buffalo, NY 2:14:45

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10-21-25 Tonight we're chatting with Brian Bookmiller, co-founder and meadmaker at Queen City Meadery in Buffalo, NY. They been making mead since 2018.Brian Bookmiller is a driving force behind Queen City Meadery, serving as both co-founder and mead maker. His passion for craft fermentation began as a hobby shared with lifelong friends, eventually …

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10-7-25 Talking Mead with Rob Barnhart and Bill Bellair 2:34:36

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10-7-25 Tonight we're talking meadmaking with Bill Bellair and Rob Barnhart. Both are experienced meadmakers that create excellent meads. And both have taken their share of awards at competitions.Bill Bellair began his mead-making journey in 2008 when his mother expressed interest in trying tej, a traditional Ethiopian honey wine, which was unavail…

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Ep. 397: Beyond Evolution with Sy Garte 56:54

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In this conversation, Dr. Sy Garte shares his remarkable journey from atheism to Christianity, exploring the intersection of faith and science. He discusses his personal experiences, the complexities of evolution, and the importance of understanding inheritance in biological processes. Dr. Garte emphasizes that science and faith are not mutually ex…

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Ep. 396: Helping Your Children Process the Assassination of Charlie Kirk 31:35

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In recent days, our children have experienced another horrific act of evil with the assassination of Charlie Kirk. There are some ways in which Charlie’s murder was unique - his explicit Christian faith, the motives behind the murder, and its brutal public nature caught on video for the world (and our children) to see. In other ways, this is just o…

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9-9-25 Kris and Karen Pruitt – Kold Prairie Mead 2:10:32

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9-9-25 Tonight we're talking with Kris and Karen Pruitt with Kold Prairie Mead in Elizabeth, Colorado. They opened their meadery in 2022 and have been out there kicking it!Kristopher Pruitt’s journey into meadmaking began in 2017 with an initial desire to become a beekeeper. Within a short time, his curiosity led him to explore mead, and on Thanksg…

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Bonus Episode: A Great Cloud of Witnesses 13:36

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Hey friends, today we’ve got something special for you: a bonus episode straight from the Pardon the Mess podcast! Every Monday, host Courtney DeFeo shares a short prayer to help you lift up your kids. This year’s series follows Christian Parenting’s brand new prayer journal, A Great Cloud of Witnesses. Each week highlights a biblical hero of the f…

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Ep. 395: Fake Versions of Jesus with Shane Pruitt 46:37

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What if the “Jesus” you’ve been following isn’t the Jesus of the Bible? In this episode of Let’s Parent on Purpose, Jay Holland talks with Shane Pruitt—National Next Gen Director for the North American Mission Board and author of the brand-new Bible study Not My Jesus: Reclaiming the Truth, Rejecting the Idols—about how cultural counterfeits of Jes…

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Staying Power (Feat. Jody Livingston) | Ep. 251 57:13

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Dive into the deep end with Jody Livingston and discover the inspiration behind his latest book titled "Staying Power".slulead.comBy Student Leadership University

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8-26-25 Brian Green – Centeur Imports 2:21:23

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8-26-25 Tonight we're talking with Brian Green, owner of Centeur Imports in New Hampshire. Brian is bringing meads from Europe to the United States, and even has a direct online sales platform for people to get these meads shipped to them.During a long career as a professor of sociology, Brian spent a lot of time in Eastern Europe traveling and doi…

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Not my Jesus (Feat. Shane Pruitt) | Ep. 250 41:23

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In this episode of Chasing Elephants, Jeff sits down with author, speaker, and ministry leader Shane Pruitt to talk about his timely and thought-provoking new book, Not My Jesus.Shane challenges us to confront one of the most pressing issues in today’s culture: the tendency to reshape Jesus into an image that fits our personal preferences, cultural…

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Ep. 394: Tame Your Thoughts with Max Lucado 35:30

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In this powerful and uplifting conversation, Jay Holland sits down with beloved pastor and best-selling author Max Lucado to explore the themes of his newest book, Tame Your Thoughts. With decades of pastoral experience and 40+ books to his name, Max shares deep biblical wisdom and practical tools to help both adults and children manage their thoug…

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8-12-25 Matthew Mead – All the Mead Competitions 2:44:58

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8-12-25 Tonight we're talking with Matthew Mead, a home meadmaker who has burned up the competitions over the last couple years with his excellent mead. He has set out to win in competitions in every US state. And so far he's doing really well!Matthew been making mead since around 2017, he got into making meads when a local friend who was opening u…

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Friendship like this... Pt.2 | Ep. 249 28:51

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Ep. 393: Parenting Tune-up: Navigating the Seasons of Parenthood 33:53

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Join host Jay Holland as he introduces a new parenting tune-up resource designed to help parents evaluate and adjust their parenting strategies. This episode dives into the complexities of parenting across different life stages and offers biblical encouragement and practical questions to guide parents in nurturing their children. Key Points: Introd…

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7-29-25 Corey Mason – TreeHive Meadery – Brocton IL 2:23:53

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7-29-25 Tonight we're talking with Corey Mason, owner and meadmaker at TreeHive Meadery in Brocton, Illinois.Corey was introduced to mead in 2012. IHe started picking up bottles for a friend when he went on trips. He finally found one he liked. It was a Polish mead, and he picked up several other meads. After that he went down the rabbit hole of me…

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Friendship like this... | Ep. 248 34:39

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Tune in as Brent Crowe and Jeff Wallace dissect the Biblical meaning of friendship.slulead.comBy Student Leadership University

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Ep. 392: Reviving Your Marriage: The Tune-Up Tool 34:12

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In this episode, Jay discusses the importance of maintaining a healthy marriage through a structured tool he developed called the 'Marriage Tune-Up.' He outlines different levels of marriage, from crisis to flourishing, and emphasizes the need for regular maintenance and intentionality in relationships. The conversation highlights biblical principl…

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7-15-25 Tom Repas – On Bees, Honey and Mead (and Going Pro) 2:09:44

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7-15-25 Tonight at 9PM ET we'll be talking with Tom Repas. Tom has been on the show before, and we're having him back, as he's an absolute fountain of information! And he makes 'ok' mead. We're going to delve into the bees and their care.What you may not be aware of is that 3 years ago, Tom started making his 'ok' meads professionally. Apiflora Mea…

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Lit Up With Love (feat. Derwin Gray) | Ep. 247 28:43

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Tune in as Pastor Derwin Gray shares about his new book titled "Lit Up With Love" in this weeks episode of the Chasing Elephants Podcast.By Student Leadership University

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Ep. 391: Living as Light in the Youth Sports Industrial Complex with Brian Smith and Ed Uszynski 48:15

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In this conversation, Jay Holland, Ed Uszynski, and Brian Smith discuss the complexities of youth sports culture, emphasizing the need for a shift in perspective among parents and coaches. They explore the concept of the 'youth sports industrial complex,' the impact of parental influence, and the importance of character development in sports. The d…

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Equipping the Next Generation for a Polarized World (feat. Jason Jimenez) | Ep. 246 46:49

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Together, Jeff and Jason unpack the cultural tensions that young people face and explore the critical role of biblical worldview training in helping them navigate complex ethical and moral challenges. With clarity, conviction, and compassion, they tackle pressing questions: How can pastors and leaders respond to the moral confusion of our times? Wh…

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6-17-25 Adrian Beebe – Cloud City Mead – Leadville CO – Meading at 10000 Feet 2:10:38

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June 17, 2025 - Tonight we’re talking with Adrian Beebe, owner of Cloud City Mead in Leadville, Colorado, and is the highest meadery in the country at over 10,000 feet. Adrian is making mainly session meads, and doing it well.Adrian has been homebrewing beer & mead since 2009. Volunteering at various homebrew competitions and beer festivals, he bec…

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Ep. 390: Living the Mission at Home: Practical Ways to Make Disciples as a Family 26:31

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This episode serves as a parental companion to Jay’s Guided By Faith Daily Devotional Podcast series on Living the Mission. In this episode, Jay discusses the importance of living a mission-driven life within the context of family and community. He emphasizes that the Great Commission is not just for missionaries abroad but applies to everyday life…

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The Heart of a Father | Ep. 245 47:19

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Join Brent and Jeff as they celebrate and explore the spiritual significance of the father-child relationship through the lens of our Heavenly Father’s example.By Student Leadership University

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6-3-25 Peter Taylor – Nidhoggr Mead – York – UK 1:49:49

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6-3-25 Tonight we‘re talking with Peter Taylor, founder and meadmaker at Niddhoggr Mead in the UK.Peter Taylor is the owner and founder of the Multi Award winning Nidhoggr Mead Co. based in the UK. His mead is has won the Mazer cup and Mead Madness cup several times and has a total of 11 medals across his 7 flavours.All his mead is made using 100% …

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Ep. 389: Why are More Young Women Leaving the Faith with Cicely Corry 49:37

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For the first time in the history of the Barna Research, more young women are leaving the faith than young men. Jay Holland and Cicely Corry discuss the work of Barna, focusing on the intersection of church and culture. They explore the methodologies used in their research, the importance of data for parents and leaders, and the concerning trend of…

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Training Youth Ministry Volunteers (feat. Brian Preston) | EP. 244 41:50

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Together, they dive deep into the practical and strategic aspects of volunteer ministry exploring proven principles for recruitment, effective training methods, and sustainable retention strategies. With a wealth of hands-on experience, Brian shares valuable insights that every church leader can apply, whether you’re leading a few volunteers or man…

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5-20-25 Joseph and Tricia Marshall – Lily Belle Meads – Lancaster, NY 2:22:06

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5-20-25 Tonight we're hanging out with Joe and Tricia Marshall, owner of Lily Belle Meads in Lancaster, NY. This husband and wife team are kicking it outside Buffalo with their meads!Joe and Tricia's journey into mead was gradual but Tricia definitely led the charge on it. In 2004 Tricia got Joe a home brewing beer kit for his 26th birthday and got…

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Ep. 388: Habits to Create a Missional Household with Virgil Tanner 36:34

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In this conversation, Jay and Virgil explore the concept of missional households, emphasizing the importance of experiential learning, community, and intentional practices in family life. They discuss how to create a nurturing environment for spiritual growth, the significance of regular rhythms in the household, and adapting to life changes while …

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No more awkward parent ministry (feat Chad Higgins) | EP. 243 43:57

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In this episode of Chasing Elephants, Jeff sits down with LifeWay Students Specialist Chad Higgins to talk about the newly released book Define the Relationship: Growing a Parent Ministry that Brings Families and Churches Together, co-written by Higgins and Zac Workun. This conversation goes beyond strategy, it explores the heart of why the church …

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Curiosity (feat. Drew Worsham) | EP. 242 31:35

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In this episode of the Chasing Elephants Podcast, Jeff continues his compelling series of conversations with influential voices and practitioners from around the globe.He sits down with Drew Worsham, author, church planter, and illusionist based in San Antonio, TX for an insightful discussion on Drew’s new book, The Art of Curiosity. Together, they…

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5-6-25 Alen RadoŠević – Fool Moon Meads – Romania

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5-6-25 - Tonight we’re talking with Alen RadoŠević with Fool Moon Meadery in Romania. Alen makes excellent mead and has a meadery that sells in Romania only (for now).Alen is owner and meadmaker at FoolMoon Transilvania - Romania. Alen is Certified through the Level 2 Mead Judging Program at the European Mead Makers Association. He is also winner o…

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Ep. 387: Experiential Learning to Develop True Faith with Virgil Tanner 46:28

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In this conversation, Jay and Virgil explore the importance of character development over mere skills in leadership and parenting. They discuss the need for experiential learning in faith and the role of community in nurturing youth. The conversation emphasizes that discipleship should primarily occur in the home, supported by a network of relation…

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This Story has POWER (feat. Pastor Ed Newton) | EP. 241 48:50

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For this episode of the Chasing Elephants Podcast, Jeff continues his series of conversations with some of the leading voices and practitioners around the world. In this next conversation, he sits down with Dr. Ed Newton, Lead Pastor of Community Bible Church in San Antonio, TX. They discuss a wide range of topics, as it relates to how to navigate …

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Raising Real kids, not ideal kids (feat. Dr. Kathy Koch) | EP. 240 40:50

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4-22-25 Arne Defurne – Clockwork Bee Meadery- Antwerp Belgium 1:53:02

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4-22-25 Tonight we’re talking with Arne Defurne, owner and head meadmaker of Clockwork Bee Mead in Antwerp, Belgium. Arne has a nano-meadery that is growing, and makes some pretty ‘ok’ mead, producing mostly dry and off-dry meads, which is uncommon. We will dig into this and see what Arne is up to over there.Back in 2019, Arne came to the 2 first E…

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Ep. 386: Building Resiliency in our Children with David Thomas 37:05

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In this conversation, Jay and David discuss the evolving challenges faced by children and adolescents in today's world, particularly in the context of counseling. They explore the importance of emotional regulation, the balance between naming feelings and navigating them, and the need for parents to find a healthy middle ground in their approach to…

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Can You See Your Success 2:45

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Join LifeMoreSmart for an uplifting talk about your bright future. Send us a text Support the show Thanks for listening! Don't forget to share with your friends and loved ones. Your faithful financial support is greatly appreciated and helps keep this podcast going around the globe.By Brian L. Pruitt

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The Cross and the Empty Tomb - Preparing Our Hearts for Good Friday and Easter| Ep. 239 32:12

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Today, we are slowing down to focus on what is most important — the cross and the empty tomb. As believers, Holy Week is not just a date on the calendar — it’s the very center of our faith. So today, we want to journey together from Palm Sunday to Good Friday to Easter Sunday, reflecting deeply on what these days truly mean for us.…

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The King and the Lamb - Preparing Our Hearts for Passover and Palm Sunday | EP. 238 28:55

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As we approach Holy Week, we want to pause and reflect on two significant events—Passover and Palm Sunday—and how they connect in profound ways through the person and work of Jesus Christ.Our purpose in this episode is simple: to help prepare our hearts to fully embrace and understand the depth of Holy Week, as we look at Jesus as both King and Lam…

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4-8-25 Christian Mlotschek – Home meadmaking in Ontario, Canada

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Tonight at 9PM ET, we will be chatting with Christian Mlotschek, a home meadmaker in Ontario, Canada. Christian is a newish meadmaker, and has jumped in with both feet to make meads.Christian’s brewing adventures started in 2022 when he joined the Society for Creative Anachronism. He’s brewed about 40 batches of mead, beer and cider including a few…

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Ep. 385: Have You Considered Fasting? 22:44

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In this episode, Jay Holland discusses the often-overlooked practice of fasting within the Christian faith. He shares personal reflections on his struggles with fasting, its biblical foundations, and the spiritual benefits it can bring to one's life, marriage, and parenting. Jay emphasizes the importance of humility and submission to God through fa…

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COVID & Culture - 5 Years Later | EP. 237 49:33

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Five years after the outbreak of COVID-19, the world has undergone significant and lasting changes in various aspects of culture, societal patterns, adolescent development, and human interaction. This episode discusses major shifts and emerging trends that continue to shape our world. Join Brent and Jeff as they discuss what this looks like for us …

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The Question of Leadership (feat. Ryan McDermott) | EP. 236 50:19

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Leadership is more than a title—it’s a calling to influence, inspire, and impact those around us. As ministry leaders, our responsibility isn’t just to know what Jesus says in Matthew 5:13-16 about being salt and light—it’s to live it out in every aspect of our leadership and ministry. Today, we’re diving into the question: Why and how do we influe…

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3-25-25 Yoo Kwan – Booze and Buzz Meadery – Seoul, South Korea

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3-25-25 Tonight we’re talking with Yoo Kwan, owner of Booze and Buzz Meadery in Seoul, South Korea.Kwan was born in Seoul, South Korea in 1988, but shortly moved out and spent most of the 90s and mid 2000s in Italy, Rome. There he was able to develop his palate on honey, as it was his first choice as a back sweetener on fruits that were usually to …

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The Question of God’s Mission (feat. Ryan McDermott) | EP. 235 45:47

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This conversation will be a major focus at YPS, where we’ll hear from powerful voices like Pastor Derwin Gray and Shane Pruitt, who are passionate about seeing this generation step into the greater narrative of God’s redemptive work. Why do you believe this topic is so important for leaders today? Do you sense a movement of revival in this generati…

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Ep. 384: The 31 Day Marriage Prayer Challenge with Aaron Smith 43:24

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Jay Holland and Aaron Smith explore the transformative power of the gospel and prayer in relationships, particularly in marriage. They discuss the importance of recognizing one's identity in Christ, the challenges of receiving correction, and the significance of prayer as a means to align hearts with God's will. The discussion also highlights the 3…