Episode 25: "I Went From Working 60+ Hrs/Week to 2 Hrs/Day!" SUPERNATURAL Productivity with Christy Childers
What if you were made to be EMPOWERED by the Holy Spirit to excel in your work AND boldly share Jesus through it?
Join us as Christy Childers shares powerful real-life testimonies of God moving in and through corporate workplaces, as well as practical tools and tips for deepening your intimacy with the Holy Spirit amidst busy work schedules, supernaturally multiplying your effectiveness and results, and boldly reflecting and sharing Jesus - wherever you are.
Episode 24: DIVINE Downloads: How to Partner with God in Tech & Innovation - with Ryan & Briana Collins
How should Christians approach, develop, and leverage technology and AI through God's lens?
Today, we sit down with Ryan Collins, CEO of Bethel School of Technology and author of The God of Tech, and Briana Collins for an in-depth, thought-provoking conversation on the intersection of faith, technology, and innovation.
We guarantee that this fascinating conversation, which is PACKED full of gems and helpful tools, will inspire and empower you - as we explore how to tap into "spiritual intelligence," discern God's voice and ideas over our own, be conduits of heaven in our workplaces, stay connected with God amidst busyness, use divine strategies for developing and leveraging technology... and so much more.
Episode 23: 3 REASONS Why You Haven't Been Able To Change (& How To Overcome Them)
This is probably one of the MOST IMPORTANT episodes we've recorded to date.
Ever wonder: What is it exactly that's keeping you STUCK?
Whether it's overcoming comparison, fear of people's opinions, imposter syndrome, financial anxiety, chronic stress, burnout, confusion and purposelessness, insert-your-own-struggle-here... today, we're unpacking (like, really unpacking) 3 common barriers to experiencing lasting transformation.
We talk about everything from the impact of our childhood experiences, to how to get out of toxic self-talk cycles, to our heart-mind connection and how to get authentically - and powerfully - connected with God and ourselves.
Join us as we dissect the invisible culprits that could very well be holding you back from seeing the changes you deeply desire, as well as give you practical examples of how to take steps forward.
Episode 22: Beauty From Ashes: Maui Locals Share How To Help Those Affected By The Maui Fires
How can we navigate tragedy with both grief and hope?
In this special episode, we sit down with our friends and house church pastors (and first-ever couple on the podcast) Jared and Candace Madamba, as they share their personal experiences of the Maui fires and how they've been processing everything going on - but also the opportunities and signs of hope they see, even amidst the heaviness of tragedy.
Whether you're looking for ways to help those affected by the Maui fires, or simply want to be inspired by real-life examples of how to find hope and redemption in the midst of darkness, we invite you to join us for this candid conversation as we explore the unshakable power of faith and the Ohana spirit that we're called to embody anywhere we are in the world.
Episode 21: MORE Than Enough! Testimonies of God's Divine Provision & Multiplication with Emily Reed
If being generous scares you… that’s okay.
Because that tension really is an invitation into a deeper revelation of God’s truth, his Kingdom principles, and so much more.
Most of us know that it's "good" to be generous (financially AND otherwise)... and yet, it can also be challenging to know how (and how MUCH) God actually wants us to live that out in our everyday lives.
Today, we're sitting down with our friend Emily Reed and talking about all things generosity: working through our own fears and the barriers, discovering the powerful ripple effect of generosity, the practical examples and mindset shifts that have helped us most, as well as amazing personal testimonies of how exercising generosity doesn't just change us—but others through us, too.
Episode 20: Passive Income, Active Faith: Building WEALTH God's Way with James Pelton (Entrepreneur & Investor)
What does it mean (and look like) to build and manage wealth God's way?
Today, we're sitting down with James Pelton – entrepreneur, investor, YouTuber with 52,000+ subscribers, passive income expert, husband, dad, and follower of Jesus.
James has been on a mission to really live according to God's Word with radical faith - including around his finances.
In a world where we often have complicated and conflicting relationships with money, James walks us through his own journey of untangling those threads - with powerful testimonies that will encourage and inspire you.
Join us for an eye-opening conversation on how to view finances through the lens of faith, as James shares how he integrates his faith with finances, entrepreneurship, business, and more.
Get ready to glean from the invaluable lessons James has learned (and continues to learn) on how to cultivate a healthy, God-centered approach to work, money, wealth-building in ways that bring TRUE peace, joy, and freedom regardless of our circumstances.
Episode 19: [Special Episode] Grace's Birthday Q&A! (Secrets, Dreams, & Misconceptions)
We're doing something special in celebration of Grace's birthday!
I (Alex) asked Grace to answer a mix of YOUR questions submitted through our Instagram story, as well as some other juicy ones I've thrown in myself.
Get ready for some laughs, confessions, and embarrassing stories (and perhaps some singing) in this special Q&A episode! 🥳
Episode 18: From Confusion to CLARITY: A 4-Part Framework For Discerning God's Will ("Good" vs. "Should")
Just because it's a good thing... doesn't mean you should do it.
Through the crossroads in our own journeys, we've learned some super valuable lessons and tips that we want to share to help you discern God's will - and how he is leading you.
In this episode, we dive into some factors that make decision-making so hard... and walk you through 4 categories of important questions that have helped us a lot in discerning between what's a "good" vs. a "should."
We hope this conversation and framework helps you break free from analysis paralysis... and instead, find God's divine wisdom and guidance from amidst all the noise, in order to step forward with clarity, purpose, and confident faith!
Episode 17: "I Was ADDICTED To Junk Food" - Healing Your Relationship with Food with Verona Angol, Certified CBT Mindset & Macros Coach
Today we're excited to be joined by Verona Angol, certified CBT Mindset & Macros Nutrition Coach and host of the Lose Weight With Macros Podcast.
Verona shares her own personal journey from working in IT and giving into constant cravings, to experiencing deep transformation through the help of a counselor - and the ultimate Counselor - to now helping others, too, through Mindset & Macros Coaching.
Hear how she went from eating McDonald's every single day and self-sabotaging through binge eating and body shame... to experiencing the Holy Spirit's help in finally learning to nourish not just her body, but also her mind, heart, and soul.
We hope this episode empowers you to enjoy a healthier, freer, and God-honoring relationship with what (and how) you consume into the body he's given you.
Episode 16: What is “Self-Care” vs. “Soul Care” (& Why Does It Matter)?
Join us as we dive into the #1 voted-on topic that you picked in our Instagram poll: the difference between "self-care" & "soul care. "
At times, these terms are used interchangeably or in different ways, so we explore the hidden nuances and explore why embracing both is essential for our lives...
as well as real-life examples and practical ways to engage in self-care and soul care that go beyond cliché and surface-level ideas.
We also address common challenges that prevent us from taking care of ourselves and our souls, and offer actionable tips for overcoming them, based on what's been helpful for us in our personal journeys.
We hope that this conversation helps inspire you with a deeper understanding of why God invites us to care for ourselves holistically - as well as life-giving ideas for how to put that into action.
Episode 15: “What Are You AVOIDING?”: Lessons On Spiritual Formation with Alan George
What if we told you: you might be slowly losing your soul... without you even knowing it?
Alan George sits down with us to share his vulnerable struggles, testimonies, and lessons learned about how his upbringing and experiences led him to discover the importance of spiritual formation and taking care of your soul—which goes way beyond just leadership skills and habit formation.
We break down what spiritual formation is, why it matters, and how it has totally transformed Alan's life and his family.
Practically, we also talk about practices and mindset shifts that can help you cultivate a deep and authentic connection with Jesus and tend to your soul, even in the midst of life's busyness and distractions.
Episode 14: NON-OBVIOUS Tactics That Have Helped Us Overcome COMPARISON
Comparison can be a silent thief, robbing us of joy, contentment, and SO much more.
In this episode, we dive into the complexities and nuances of comparison, sharing our own raw and honest (and ongoing) experiences with it - and what has been most helpful to us in overcoming it.
Join us as we explore the hidden ways that comparison seeps into our lives, affecting us in ways we often don't even realize... including our faith, relationships, and identity.
We pray that these unconventional tactics (that most people don't talk about) and our personal examples and stories empower you to break free from the comparison trap... and confidently become the person God's made you to be, and powerfully live out the unique purpose he's called you to fulfill!
Episode 13: “I Heard God's AUDIBLE Voice” - Finding & Fulfilling Your God-Given Purpose with Chris Beth, Founder of The Bucket Ministry
Ever wonder what it's like to LITERALLY hear God's voice?
But even when we don't... how can we still faithfully discern and take steps forward in the calling he has for us?
As a new believer, Chris Beth found himself unexpectedly in the Amazon rainforest. Through this humbling experience, God spoke to him in an extraordinary, audible way - one that would forever change his life.
In this episode, we unpack Chris' process of discovering and stepping into his God-given assignment, navigating through doubts and ambiguities, and the impact it's all had on him and his family - and their ministry, The Bucket Ministry.
Most of all, we pray that this conversation helps you take steps forward in pursuing your God-given assignment - to help and serve those he cares for - with purpose, boldness, and FAITH.
Episode 12: Co-Founder & CEO: "We're At A Cultural Tipping Point" (Why You NEED Spiritual Practices At Work) - Anthony Kennada
Life is FULL of ups and downs. Our schedules quickly get packed. Our to-do lists often feel endless… and only keep getting longer.
At the same time… God invites us to find REST, peace, and strength we need from him.
But HOW do we practically do that, in the midst of an increasingly fast-paced world?
If there’s anyone who knows this struggle, it’s Anthony Kennada, Co-Founder and CEO of AudiencePlus, and Alex’s former colleague turned friend.
Join us as Anthony shares powerful testimonies (including a life-changing medical miracle) and hard lessons he’s learned throughout his career and journey as an executive leader, marketer, husband, dad… and how God used all of it to ignite a personal revival in him and his family, revealing to them the importance of spiritual practices for thriving in all areas of his life, REGARDLESS of the pace and circumstances.
Episode 11: Christian Mindset NeuroCoach: Overwhelmed by Work? How to Break Free From The Cycle of Doing - Alicia Michelle
Ever feel like work is swallowing you whole - or like you're just drowning in deadlines, responsibilities, and a constant pressure to do more than you might even be able to handle?
Alicia Michelle, certified Christian Mindset NeuroCoach and host of The Christian Mindset Coach Podcast, shares her personal journey of nearly losing her life to workaholism, what she’s learned and how she’s changed since then, and how her experiences ignited her mission to help others find LASTING FREEDOM.
We dive into the real reasons behind why many of us push ourselves to the brink - and practical ways to leverage tools from neuroscience AND lean on the power of the Holy Spirit and God's Word to break free from the trap of overworking.
It's a powerful combo that will revolutionize the way you approach work - and the rest of LIFE.
Episode 10: For The Person With A Complicated Relationship With Their Dad
We want to specifically dedicate this (very vulnerable) episode to those of you who have a complicated relationship with your dad.
In many cultures especially (such as ours as Asian Americans), it’s normal to feel unsure and ill-equipped to navigate the confusing and complex “love-hate” tensions we often feel with our parents... especially our dads. (Ever wonder why the term “daddy issues” exists?)
But it makes it that much harder, too, when your social media feed gets flooded with "I love you, Dad!" posts on Father's Day.
So, if you have a complicated relationship with your dad...
This one’s for you.
We hope that this very REAL and raw conversation brings you comfort - so you know that you are not alone.
We pray that this encourages and helps you to be able to better see your dad through Jesus’ eyes - and to love your dad with Jesus’ love for each and every one of us. ❤️
Episode 9: "I Was In A Same-Sex Relationship for 10 Years": LGBTQIA+ & Faith - Nadia Benbernou
How do we navigate Pride Month as Christians?
With so much complexity around the subject of sexual orientation & faith, we recognize it's a sensitive one that's hard to talk about, let alone know how to approach in our everyday lives.
In this episode, we're joined by our friend Nadia Benbernou, as she opens up about some incredible stories of how Jesus has transformed her life...
From a comfy career as a Google engineer with a PhD from MIT, to becoming a full-time missionary in one of the poorest & most dangerous countries in the world...
And from being in a same-sex relationship for 10 years (and then marriage), to having God completely transform her identity and sexuality in ways she least unexpected.
Wherever you might currently stand, our genuine hope and prayer is that this convo inspires you, and perhaps challenges you, to consider what God can do in and through people...
…and to have and to reflect the kind of true freedom, peace, and wholeness he so deeply desires for ALL of us. ❤️
Episode 8: Holy Spirit IRL: Demystifying & Hearing the Holy Spirit - Mica Dela Cruz
Who is the Holy Spirit, and what does it actually look like to live Spirit-led?
We often know and hear about the Holy Spirit in terms of people's grand stories or amazing experiences...
Yet, rarely do we get to peel back the layers around actually knowing, hearing, and experiencing the Holy Spirit for ourselves in our real, everyday lives and routines - at home, at work, at church, etc.
We are SUPER excited to share today's episode, because our friend and special guest, Mica Dela Cruz, joins us today to dive into these questions (and more).
We hope that our struggles, lessons, and practical examples will help you cultivate and strengthen your own personal, everyday relationship with God's Spirit.
Because living connected with and empowered by the Holy Spirit will literally change your life.
Episode 7: How to Heal From Generational Wounds & Set Healthy Boundaries - Bonnie Kim, M.Ed, Founder of Royal Telos Coaching
Are there things that seem to keep bothering you… like repeated mental patterns, trigger points, fears, anxieties, or insecurities that continue to hold you back from living out a place of FREEDOM?
In this episode, we sit down for an in-depth and vulnerable conversation with our good friend, Bonnie Kim, M.Ed., Founder of Royal Telos Coaching and Spirit-led certified life coach, on how to overcome generational wounds and set relational boundaries to stay healthy.
We pray that our personal stories of struggles and healing, along with practical keys and tips, ultimately help you step further into the powerful healing, freedom, authenticity, and deep peace that God desires for you. 🤍
Episode 6: Worried About Money? (How to Navigate Financial Anxiety, F.I.R.E., & More Through God's Lens)
Ever feel trapped by financial stress, have FOMO about increasing opportunities to make more money, obsessively read articles on side hustles, or just find yourself consumed with endlessly striving for more?
In today's episode, we share our own struggles, testimonies, and lessons learned reassure you that you are not alone in navigating complex tensions around money.
We pray that this conversation helps you step into the true freedom God has for you—not just in your bank account, but in every aspect of your life.