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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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Hard Seasons Don’t Ruin You – They Can Remake You (feat. John & Shannon Velsor)
Jan 2800:35:32Tap to summarizeWhat if the most painful season of your life is actually preparing you for something greater?In this episode of the Everyday Faith Podcast, we welcome back John Velsor—this time with his wife, Shannon—for a powerful conversation about the cruciform life: living in full surrender to God with sacrificial love toward others. Together, we unpack how sowing seeds of forgiveness, blessing, and faithfulness in a hard season can lead to a true “harvest” on the other side. You’ll hear stories of unexpected provision, encouragement, and the internal transformation that happens when you ask, “God, what are you doing in me?” — not just “Why is this happening to me?” If you’re in a difficult season, waiting on God, or learning how to forgive and keep going when it hurts, this episode will remind you: what feels like punishment might actually be preparation—and resurrection can follow the cross. Check out John's Socials ➡️ https://bio.site/JohnVelsor 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 →From Purpose to Practice | Setting Goals with Intention
Jan 2100:12:19Tap to summarizeAre you ready for a simpler, faith-filled approach to goal setting that actually leads to growth? In today's episode, we share a practical, faith-based approach to annual goal setting that actually works. Building on our previous conversation last week about family purpose and guiding principles, we explain how to create SMART goals that align with who God has called you to be. Instead of setting too many goals and burning out, we talk about why fewer, more intentional goals - rooted in purpose and lived out in community - lead to greater clarity, freedom, and long-term growth. If you’re tired of setting goals that don’t stick and want a better way to grow in your everyday faith, this episode will help you start strong and finish well. 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 →Identity Before Goals | A Faith-Based Vision for the New Year
Jan 1400:17:56Tap to summarizeWhat if the key to setting meaningful goals isn’t doing more – but first knowing who you are? In this episode of the Everyday Faith Podcast, we're kicking off the year by flipping the traditional goal-setting conversation on its head. Instead of starting with resolutions and to-do lists, we invite listeners to begin with identity – who God has created you to be. We walk through a simple but powerful framework for building family guiding principles, grounded in faith and Scripture. You’ll hear how defining a God-given purpose, clear guiding principles, and a daily goal can bring alignment, clarity, and consistency to everyday life – whether you’re single, married, or raising a family. This episode is a helpful starting point for anyone who wants to set goals that actually reflect their faith – and live them out every day. Listen to find out how! Join us online! 🧡 askaboutmyfaith.com 💙 facebook.com/askaboutmyfaith 💜 instagram.com/askaboutmyfaith Wherever you are in your faith journey, you’re welcome here! Subscribe and find encouragement for the everyday moments that matter most!
Transcribe →Pt 2: John Velsor + A Life of Cross-Shaped Faith
Dec 3100:27:05Tap to summarizeWhat does it really mean to live a cross-shaped life when obedience costs more than you expected?Sitting back down with John Velsor - senior pastor, leadership coach, and passionate advocate for transformation in families and leaders - we dive deeper into the pillars of belief and obedience through one of John’s personal seasons. John shares how a painful season of betrayal led to anxiety, panic attacks, and what he describes as a “dark night of the soul”. But in the middle of the chaos, God met him with a deeper invitation: to live the cruciform life, shaped by the cross—hands surrendered to God and arms open in sacrificial love toward others.Together, we talk about why pursuing the right community matters, how to return to your “base” when you get blindsided, and why the turning point in healing often comes when you can not only forgive—but bless the people who wounded you. If you’re in a hard season and wondering where God is in it—or what obedience looks like when it costs you—this conversation will strengthen your faith and remind you: the dark night may not be an interruption… it might be an invitation. Join us online! 🧡 askaboutmyfaith.com 💙 facebook.com/askaboutmyfaith 💜 instagram.com/askaboutmyfaith Wherever you are in your faith journey, you’re welcome here! Subscribe and find encouragement for the everyday moments that matter most!
Transcribe →Pt 1: John Velsor + Shaped by Suffering
Dec 2400:22:40Tap to summarizeWhat if real growth doesn’t come from avoiding hardship, but from learning to walk through it with Jesus?This week we’re chatting with John Velsor, senior pastor in Minnesota and founder of Kingdom Leadership. John shares his powerful redemption story—from growing up in church, to running hard into addiction, to a life-changing encounter with Jesus that met him at his lowest point and changed everything.John unpacks what it means to live a cruciform life—a life shaped by the cross. Discussing belief, obedience, and why following Jesus doesn’t remove hardship, but teaches us how to endure it and grow through it. You’ll hear why comfort can be the enemy of growth, how obedience positions us for resurrection power, and why miracles often begin with problems we’d rather avoid. Check out John's Socials ➡️ https://bio.site/JohnVelsor Join us online! 🧡 askaboutmyfaith.com 💙 facebook.com/askaboutmyfaith 💜 instagram.com/askaboutmyfaith Wherever 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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Darrin Gray + All Pro Dad
Dec 4, 2024Tap to summarizeJoin us on the Ask About My Faith podcast as we sit down with Darrin Gray, a dynamic leader in pro sports, ministry, and media. Known for his work alongside Tony Dungy, Darrin has dedicated his life to uniting NFL players, coaches, and fans in prayer and sharing the gospel. From his early career in media to his current ministry initiatives, Darrin's passion for faith-filled leadership shines.In part one, Darrin shares his powerful faith journey, touching on his partnership with Tony Dungy, his transition from media to ministry, and his heartfelt dedication to investing in fathers and families through initiatives like All Pro Dad. Note: This episode includes discussions about suicide.In part two, Darrin dives into the "ministry of availability," encouraging us to be open to God's call—even in unexpected moments. He challenges listeners to ask deeper, more meaningful questions and to embrace opportunities for faith conversations, whether at work, lunch, or beyond.With themes of prayer, discipleship, and leading with gentleness and respect, Darrin's story is both inspiring and practical, offering valuable insights for anyone seeking to share their faith boldly.Let’s explore how living “on assignment” for God can transform lives!--- Please support this podcast @ giving.askaboutmyfaith.comJoin us online! 🧡 askaboutmyfaith.com 💙 facebook.com/askaboutmyfaith 💜 instagram.com/askaboutmyfaith Wherever 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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