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Engaging Truth
Hosted by Evangelical Life Ministries · EN
Evangelical Life Ministries (ELM) believes the Christian Church has a powerful soul saving and rescuing message, and the media market-place should be used as a forum for bringing this message to others.
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Reclaimed: How Jesus Uses Broken Stories
4d ago00:25:27Tap to summarizeIn this episode of Engaging Truth, Pastor Trey Sansom talks with Pastor Travis Hartjen of Reclaimed Church in Justin, Texas, about why Jesus so often chooses ordinary people to accomplish extraordinary things. From fishermen and shepherds to King David and the Apostle Peter, Travis explores the biblical pattern of God working through the unlikely, the overlooked, and the imperfect. Trey and Travis share personal stories of redemption, church planting, discipleship, and how God uses everyday followers of Jesus to reach people in ordinary places. This encouraging conversation reminds listeners that the Holy Spirit delights in reclaiming broken stories, redeeming past mistakes, and sending ordinary disciples into the world with the hope of Jesus Christ. If you’ve ever felt unqualified, disqualified, or unsure whether God could use you, this episode is for you.
Transcribe →Sent in the Ordinary: Seeing Your Life as Mission
2w ago00:25:17Tap to summarizeIn this episode of Engaging Truth, host Pastor Trey Sansom sits down with Pastor and author Ted Doering of Narrative Church in Round Rock, Texas, to explore how everyday life is already full of purpose in Jesus. From church planting to a culture of “sending,” Pastor Doering unpacks the powerful truth of vocation—that where you live, work, and relate to others is exactly where God is calling you to be on mission. Together, they introduce the idea of a “positive Christian bump,” showing how simple, faithful interactions over time can draw people closer to Jesus without pressure or performance. If you’ve ever wondered how to share your faith without feeling overwhelmed or unqualified, this conversation will reframe your perspective, free you from pressure, and help you see the Gospel opportunities already in front of you.
Transcribe →With Jesus: Why Mission Flows From Presence
3w ago00:25:03Tap to summarizeIn this episode of Engaging Truth, Pastor Trey Sansom sits down with Ben Gonzales, Mission Strategist for Area B of the Texas District of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod, for a deeply encouraging conversation about intimacy with God, the presence of Jesus, and the heart of Christian mission. Ben shares how the entire story of Scripture points toward God’s desire to dwell with His people—from the Garden of Eden to the incarnation of Jesus Christ to the promise of Revelation. Together, Trey and Ben explore how mission flows out of relationship, why spiritual health begins with simply being with Jesus, and how followers of Christ can rediscover rest, silence, prayer, and communion with God in the middle of busy lives. This conversation is a powerful reminder that Jesus came near to restore broken relationships and invite people back into the presence of the Father.
Transcribe →Connecting The Disconnected To Christ
4w ago00:24:56Tap to summarizeIn this episode of Engaging Truth, Rev. Dr. Doug Krengel talks with Pastor Al Doering of Christ the King Lutheran Church in Kingwood, Texas, about church planting, discipleship, and the growing movement known as the Harvest Partnership. Reflecting on more than thirty-six years of ministry, Pastor Doering shares how Jesus continually reminds him that he is deeply loved, sent into the world, and called to help connect disconnected people to Christ. The conversation explores the importance of spiritual capital, relational encouragement, prayer, leadership multiplication, and why the Church must focus on God’s kingdom over building its own castles. From new church plants across Texas to pastors and everyday disciples being sent into mission, this episode offers an encouraging vision for how the Holy Spirit continues to raise up harvest workers for a rapidly growing world. If you’ve ever wondered how churches can move from maintenance to mission, this conversation is for you.
Transcribe →Sharing Jesus Through Gaming Communities
May 2500:25:19Tap to summarizeIn this episode of Engaging Truth, host Pastor Trey Sansom talks with Pastor Alex Lahue—known as the “LeveL Up Pastor”—about reaching the next generation through online gaming communities. LeveL Up Pastor Alex shares how platforms like Twitch and Discord are becoming spaces for real conversations about faith, doubt, identity, and the grace of Jesus. With a focus on Christ’s compassion for the lost, this conversation explores how believers can create safe, authentic communities where people are seen, heard, and invited to “LeveL Up” in their faith. Whether online or in everyday life, this episode will challenge and equip you to meet people where they are and point them to Jesus.
Transcribe →Praying Luke 10:2 At 10:2
May 1800:24:33Tap to summarizeIn this episode of Engaging Truth, host Pastor John Cain sits down with Pastor Mark Pulliam of Lazarus Church in Spring, Texas, to explore how one simple habit—praying Luke 10:2 at 10:02 each day—is reshaping the way Christians engage the world around them. Pastor Mark shares how God is already at work in the lives of people around us and invites believers to step into their everyday calling with confidence and freedom. From understanding vocation to practicing evangelistic prayer walking in ordinary places like coffee shops and businesses, this conversation equips listeners to move beyond fear and into faithful participation in God’s harvest—right where they live, work, and connect.
Transcribe →The Power Of One Question
May 1100:25:07Tap to summarizeIn this episode of Engaging Truth, host Pastor Trey Sansom sits down with Pastor Tony Kobak of Lamb of God Lutheran Church in Humble, Texas, to explore a simple yet powerful way to share the love of Jesus in everyday life. Drawing from his background in the workforce and years in ministry, Pastor Tony shares how asking one question—“How can I pray for you?”—can open doors to real, personal, Gospel-centered conversations anywhere from restaurants to hospital rooms. Through honest stories, unexpected encounters, and practical encouragement, this conversation equips everyday believers to step out in courage, meet people where they are, and trust that God is already at work through something as simple—and powerful—as prayer.
Transcribe →The Upside-Down Kingdom: Reaching Your Neighbors Like Jesus
May 400:24:47Tap to summarizeIn this episode of Engaging Truth, host Pastor Rob Bailey sits down with Pastor Mark Hunsaker of Hope Lutheran Church in Austin, Texas, to explore what it means to live in Jesus’ “upside down kingdom.” As Mark steps into a new call in a rapidly changing, multicultural neighborhood, he shares how God is reshaping both his congregation and his own heart for mission. From removing barriers to build relationships, to creating spaces for prayer and honest conversation, this episode highlights how the Gospel moves forward through humility, persistence, and dependence on Jesus. If you’ve ever felt stretched by change or unsure how to engage the people around you, this conversation will encourage you to trust God, keep praying, and step boldly into the opportunities He’s already placing in front of you.
Transcribe →The Gospel At Work - Faith Beyond The Walls
Apr 2700:24:33Tap to summarizeIn this episode of Engaging Truth, host Rev. Dr. Doug Krengel sits down with Pastor Christopher Brynestad of King of Kings Lutheran Church in Round Rock, Texas, to explore how ministry is being reshaped in one of the fastest-growing and most diverse regions in the country.From navigating a tech-driven culture to building meaningful partnerships across churches, he highlights how trust, collaboration, and the Word of God are forming leaders and strengthening community. Most importantly, this conversation centers on what it means to live a “gospel-fueled life”—where faith moves beyond Sunday worship into tangible acts of love, service, and compassion that are making a real difference in people’s lives right now.
Transcribe →How Anyone Can Talk About Jesus
Apr 2000:24:57Tap to summarizeIn this episode of Engaging Truth, Pastor Trey Sansom welcomes longtime friend and ministry partner Pastor Matt Peeples (Faith Oakville, St. Louis; founder of the Kairos Network) for a conversation that takes the pressure off everyday disciples. Drawing from Acts 11 and the church in Antioch, Matt shows how the Gospel has always advanced through ordinary, unnamed believers simply talking about Jesus as they went. Then he breaks down a practical, reproducible way to start spiritual conversations anywhere: Discovery Bible Study—three questions, Scripture as the curriculum, the Holy Spirit as the teacher, and you as the facilitator. Whether it’s in your backyard, at lunch, or on the sidelines of a soccer field, this episode will equip you to open the Bible, listen, and watch Jesus work in real time.
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