Here We Go! Steps To Thrive Podcast

Why Another Podcast?
That's actually a really great question. While doing research about podcasting, I discovered there are over 4 million podcasts. However, only 10% are still active, and half of podcasts that begin don't make it past 3 episodes and only 8% make it past 20 episodes. So why one more?

1. Passion for Leadership Development: I’ve always had a passion for helping others grow — especially young Christians who want to follow Jesus and impact others for the gospel all around the world. Over the years, I’ve seen how one simple conversation, one biblical truth, or one encouraging word can completely change someone’s direction. That's how God used people in my life - one conversation at a time; and that’s part of what inspired the Steps to Thrive Podcast.
2. Desire to Learn: Learning new things and ways of doing things is hard but captivating. I have personally been blessed by listening/watching many podcasts, and if I can learn how to do it and help produce truth-centered content in a world of chaos I want to try. I've consumed so much for so long and want to learn how to deliver content that can encourage young Christians passionate to grow.
   
3. Be Example to my own Kids: The habits my kids see me engaged in communicate what I value. When I'm not just spending time with them, they see me reading and exercising; but this is a project where they'll be able to see the content themselves and that their daddy is excited to invest into other people while learning new things along the way. Who knows - maybe they may even be on an episode before too long!
   
4. Pursuing Luke 2:52: In Luke 2:52 (one of my favorite passages), we read that “Jesus increased in wisdom and in stature and in favor with God and man.” This verse gives us a picture of how Jesus lived as a human — how he grew and thrived  — growing mentally, physically, spiritually, and relationally; and that's how I want to encourage others to grow and thrive in their lives.
   

What's the format?
My goal is for each episode to be just five minutes long — short enough to fit your day, but packed with "real talk about life and leadership for young Christians passionate to grow." We’ll explore topics like relationships, purpose, discipline, integrity, and influence — all through the lens of Scripture.

I have received hundreds of questions from teens around the country while speaking at various teen conferences, and I hope to answer some of those questions. I also hope to answer questions that come in through the Podcast tab on the website or through email ([email protected]).

But this isn’t just about me giving answers (I don't have all the answers!). I want to learn alongside you. I’m still growing, still learning, and still being shaped by God’s Word. My hope is that as we walk together, we’ll take practical steps toward wisdom, faithfulness, and impact — one week, one truth, and one decision at a time.
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Let’s keep taking steps to thrive — for God’s glory and the good of others. Let's go!