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Everyday Faith Podcast
Hosted by Ask About My Faith · EN
Welcome to the Everyday Faith Podcast with Dan and Jess Smith! We’re everyday people asking real questions about faith. Our goal? To inspire everyday faith conversations.
Each episode, we bring on incredible guests to share stories and insights—because faith isn’t about perfection, and trust us, we’re far from it! It’s about showing up daily, starting with belief, embracing your mission, committing to obedience, and pursuing community. Join us on this journey of faith, family, and real-life conversations.
Learn more at AskAboutMyFaith.com.
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Pt 2 | How to Break Free From Lies You Didn’t Know You Believed (feat. Rachel Bailey)
Apr 800:28:08Tap to summarizeWhat if the thoughts you’ve been believing aren’t actually true?In part two of our conversation, Rachel Bailey joins us to dive deeper into the power of belief—and how the lies we carry can shape our entire relationship with God and ourselves.With honesty and clarity, Rachel shares how lies aren’t always loud or obvious—they’re often subtle, rooted in past experiences, and reinforced over time until they feel like truth. But those beliefs can limit what we see God do in our lives.The good news? You don’t have to stay stuck. In this episode, you’ll learn a simple, practical framework to:Identify the lies you’ve been believingBreak agreement with themReplace them with God’s truthThis conversation is both eye-opening and freeing—giving you tools to renew your mind, hear the Holy Spirit more clearly, and walk in the fullness of who God says you are.Because when you change what you believe, everything changes. Join us online!🧡 askaboutmyfaith.com 💙 facebook.com/askaboutmyfaith 💜 instagram.com/askaboutmyfaithWherever you are in your faith journey, you’re welcome here! Subscribe and find encouragement for the everyday moments that matter most!
Transcribe →Pt 1 | The Hidden Lies Affecting Your Faith (feat. Rachel Bailey)
Apr 100:27:45Tap to summarizeWhat if the biggest battles in your faith aren’t happening around you… but within you?In today’s episode of the Everyday Faith Podcast, we’re sitting down with Rachel Bailey to explore a powerful and often overlooked part of our faith journey: the lies we believe—and how they shape the way we see God, ourselves, and our circumstances. Rachel shares her story of growing up in the church, walking through deep personal loss, and later navigating brokenness in her marriage. Through those moments, she reveals how subtle lies about God’s character took root in her heart—and how the Holy Spirit gently exposed and uprooted them over time. Together, we unpack how the enemy works through deception, how those lies can quietly influence our thoughts and identity, and why recognizing them is the first step toward true freedom. Rachel also introduces a practical, Spirit-led framework for breaking agreement with those lies and replacing them with truth. This conversation is honest, eye-opening, and deeply encouraging for anyone who has ever wrestled with doubt, disappointment, or questions about God’s goodness. Because the truth is: God is still speaking. He is still healing. And when we invite Him in, He will reveal what’s been holding us back—and lead us into the freedom we were created for. Join us online!🧡 askaboutmyfaith.com 💙 facebook.com/askaboutmyfaith 💜 instagram.com/askaboutmyfaithWherever you are in your faith journey, you’re welcome here! Subscribe and find encouragement for the everyday moments that matter most!
Transcribe →Pt 2 | Faith Doesn’t Grow in Church Alone — Here’s What Does (feat. Erik Collins)
Mar 2500:26:36Tap to summarizeWhat if the growth you’re longing for in your faith starts with going all in—not just on Sunday, but every day?In today’s episode of the Everyday Faith Podcast, we continue our conversation with Erik Collins, campus pastor at Eagle Brook Church, as we talk about what it looks like to follow God into new seasons, trust Him with uncomfortable transitions, and discover the real purpose of church.Erik shares about leaving a student ministry role he deeply loved to step into a new calling as campus pastor, and how that transition stretched his faith, reshaped his dependence on God, and reminded him that obedience often means taking the next step without seeing the full plan.Along the way, this conversation turns toward a powerful and practical topic: what church is actually for. Together, we talk about why church isn’t just a place to attend for an hour each week, but a place to worship, serve, grow, and build meaningful community. Sunday may be the starting point, but true transformation happens in the everyday rhythms of walking with Jesus Monday through Saturday.If you’ve ever found yourself drifting into routine, wondering why church feels disconnected from the rest of your week, or struggling to find your place in community, this episode will encourage you to lean in. God didn’t design His people to consume church from the sidelines—He invites us to be part of it, to grow through it, and to let it shape the way we live every day.Join us online!🧡 askaboutmyfaith.com 💙 facebook.com/askaboutmyfaith 💜 instagram.com/askaboutmyfaithWherever you are in your faith journey, you’re welcome here! Subscribe and find encouragement for the everyday moments that matter most!
Transcribe →Pt 1 | When God Rewrites Your Story (feat. Erik Collins)
Mar 1800:29:00Tap to summarizeWhat if the moment that breaks you is the very moment God uses to reach you?In this episode of the Everyday Faith Podcast, we sit down with Erik Collins, campus pastor at Eagle Brook Church, to hear a powerful story of failure, redemption, and encountering the unconditional love of God in a way that changes everything.Erik shares how he grew up in church and knew all the “right” things about God—but never truly understood them in his heart. After years of chasing success and hiding sin, everything came crashing down in one defining moment that exposed it all. But what followed wasn’t rejection—it was grace. From there, God began rewriting Erik’s story—healing his past, calling him into ministry, and leading him step by step into a life he never could have planned on his own.If you’ve ever felt stuck between knowing about God and actually experiencing Him, this episode will remind you that His grace is real, His love is personal, and He can redeem any story.Join us online!🧡 askaboutmyfaith.com 💙 facebook.com/askaboutmyfaith 💜 instagram.com/askaboutmyfaithWherever you are in your faith journey, you’re welcome here! Subscribe and find encouragement for the everyday moments that matter most!
Transcribe →Pt 2 | Feeling Isolated? Community Might Be the Missing Piece (feat. Ben Utecht)
Mar 1100:26:17Tap to summarizeWhat if the community you’re longing for requires courage to pursue?In this episode of the Everyday Faith Podcast, we continue our conversation with Super Bowl champion, speaker, and author Ben Utecht as we explore Pillar Four: Pursue Community. From the locker room to everyday life, Ben shares how his years in team sports shaped his understanding of relationships, collaboration, and the power of doing life together. But biblical community goes even deeper. Throughout Scripture, we see that faith was never meant to be lived in isolation—Jesus built a community of disciples, Paul strengthened communities of believers, and even creation itself reflects the power of relationship. Together, we unpack why pursuing community requires intentionality, vulnerability, and resilience. Whether it’s making the first call, stepping outside your comfort zone, or leaning on trusted friends during difficult seasons, meaningful relationships don’t happen by accident—they’re built through action and faith. If you’ve ever felt isolated, struggled to maintain relationships, or wondered how to build deeper connections in your faith journey, this conversation will remind you that God designed us for community—and that sometimes the most powerful step is simply choosing to reach out. Because when we pursue people with the love of Christ, we open the door for lives to be transformed. Join us online!🧡 askaboutmyfaith.com 💙 facebook.com/askaboutmyfaith 💜 instagram.com/askaboutmyfaithWherever you are in your faith journey, you’re welcome here! Subscribe and find encouragement for the everyday moments that matter most!
Transcribe →Pt 1 | It's Time to Fully Surrender (feat. Ben Utecht)
Mar 400:30:14Tap to summarizeWhat does your obedience say about your love for Jesus?In today’s episode, we’re sitting down with Super Bowl champion and speaker Ben Utecht to explore Pillar Three: Commit to Obedience. Together, we unpack a powerful truth — that the original sin was an act of disobedience, and ever since, humanity has wrestled with choosing self over surrender. But obedience was never meant to feel like control or restriction. It’s meant to be the evidence of love. Ben shares a defining moment from his college football career when pride, injury, and identity collided — and how a bold, Spirit-led confrontation brought him back to surrender. What followed wasn’t shame, but transformation. You won’t get it right every time. But every day is another opportunity to choose surrender, deepen your love for Christ, and build your life on the rock. Join us online!🧡 askaboutmyfaith.com 💙 facebook.com/askaboutmyfaith 💜 instagram.com/askaboutmyfaithWherever you are in your faith journey, you’re welcome here! Subscribe and find encouragement for the everyday moments that matter most!
Transcribe →Pt 2 | God Isn’t Waiting — You Are (feat. R.D. Saunders)
Feb 2500:30:19Tap to summarizeWhat if the only thing standing between you and your mission… is waiting? In Part 2 of our conversation with R.D. Saunders, we’re moving on to the second pillar of everyday faith: embrace your mission. R.D. reminds us that every single believer has a mission. The real question isn’t if you have one — it’s whether you’ve embraced it.From powerful stories about simple obedience to raw reflections on leadership, submission, and personal growth, this conversation cuts through the excuses that keep us stuck. Waiting to feel ready. Waiting to know more. Waiting for the perfect timing.What if waiting is the very thing keeping you from experiencing the power of God working through you? You don’t need more knowledge. You don’t need a bigger platform. You don’t need a title. You need a willing heart and a simple “yes.”If you’ve been hesitating, overthinking, or wondering where to start, this episode will remind you that mission begins right where you are — in everyday moments, with everyday obedience.Join us online!🧡 askaboutmyfaith.com 💙 facebook.com/askaboutmyfaith 💜 instagram.com/askaboutmyfaithWherever you are in your faith journey, you’re welcome here! Subscribe and find encouragement for the everyday moments that matter most!
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Pt 1 | What to Do When God Feels Far Away (feat. R.D. Saunders)
Feb 1800:30:36Tap to summarizeWelcome back! We’re kicking off Season 4 with a powerful conversation on the first pillar of everyday faith: start with belief. Joined by R.D. Saunders — a lifelong leader and pastor who has served with EQUIP Leadership and now leads as the President of Ohio Christian University. R.D. shares his personal story of coming to faith through the sacrificial love of godly grandparents, reminding us that belief isn’t just taught—it’s caught when we see it lived out. Together, we explore the reality that everyone believes in something, but what we believe shapes everything: our identity, our decisions, our comfort, and our obedience.This conversation also dives into why following Jesus will stretch us beyond comfort, how belief grows through proximity to God, and what it looks like to keep trusting when life doesn’t match what you hoped for.If you’ve felt stuck, distant, disappointed, or like your faith is being tested—this episode will encourage you to return to the foundation: who God is, what He says about you, and why belief changes everything. Join us online!🧡 askaboutmyfaith.com 💙 facebook.com/askaboutmyfaith 💜 instagram.com/askaboutmyfaithWherever you are in your faith journey, you’re welcome here! Subscribe and find encouragement for the everyday moments that matter most!
Transcribe →Season 3 Recap!
Feb 1100:24:54Tap to summarizeIn this special season-finale episode of the Everyday Faith Podcast, we’re taking a step back to reflect on some of the most powerful moments from Season 3. From conversations about identity, freedom, surrender, and obedience to deep insights on love, healing, generational legacy, and living a cruciform life, this episode highlights how God has been moving through each story shared in Season 3.This episode is both a celebration of what God has done and an invitation to carry these lessons forward. Whether you’ve listened to every episode or are just joining the journey, this conversation will encourage you to reflect, stay rooted in community, and prepare your heart for what’s next as we head into Season 4! Join us online!🧡 askaboutmyfaith.com 💙 facebook.com/askaboutmyfaith 💜 instagram.com/askaboutmyfaithWherever you are in your faith journey, you’re welcome here! Subscribe and find encouragement for the everyday moments that matter most!
Transcribe →The Harvest Season Reveals What Preparation Built (feat. John & Shannon Velsor)
Feb 400:24:59Tap to summarizeWhat if the harvest you’re praying for is directly connected to the seeds you’re planting right now? In this episode of the Everyday Faith Podcast, we are joined again by John and Shannon Velsor for a rich conversation about harvest season, planting faithfully, and understanding God’s timing. Together, we explore why Scripture talks just as much about reaping as it does sowing—and why harvest is not a passive season, but one that requires preparation, diligence, and stewardship. John and Shannon reflect on seasons of waiting, obedience, and unseen work, sharing how planting seeds of faithfulness, forgiveness, prayer, and trust prepares the soil for future fruit. If you’re longing to see fruit in your life but aren’t sure how to remain faithful in the in-between, this episode will encourage you to keep planting, keep trusting, and be ready for the harvest God is growing beneath the surface. Join us online!🧡 askaboutmyfaith.com 💙 facebook.com/askaboutmyfaith 💜 instagram.com/askaboutmyfaithWherever you are in your faith journey, you’re welcome here! Subscribe and find encouragement for the everyday moments that matter most!
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