Humans With Faith

This episode of Spiritual Mustard is the first of six with Steve McNitt. Today, you’ll get to know Steve; a bit of his childhood, his life context, and his profession. He then gives a sneak-peek at what the rest of the episodes will focus on. You’re about to go on a fun ride as we dig into Romans 8. www.humanswithfaith.com @humanswithfaith

We’ve heard the stories of people leaving comfort behind, packing it all up, and planting their life in the middle of an area of need. Today’s guest, the co-founder of City of Refuge, Sacramento, Rachelle Ditmore, is an inspiring example of investing our lives into making a difference.   Learn more about City of Refuge - Sacramento.   humanswithfaith.com @humanswithfaith

Season one of Humans With Faith is complete. Wow, it's been fun. Here's a special thank you to all our guests, listeners, and a little info on what's coming next.

According to All Trails, a popular app and website for hikers, 'Half Dome is a serious endurance hike taking visitors 4800 feet above the Yosemite Valley to spectacular views of Vernal and Nevada Falls, Liberty Cap, Half Dome, and panoramic views of Yosemite Valley and the High Sierra. Preparation and safety are key to having a fantastic experience.’   Today’s guest, Heather Morris is by weekday, a school teacher, and on the weekend, an avid runner and now an experienced hiker of Half Dome.   The consummate teacher, Heather has a gift for finding a lesson in every situation. In her recent hike up Half Dome, she was reminded of some parallel truths that can benefit all of us.

Today’s guest is Stephanie Valadez. When it comes to Stephanie’s story, it’s not a cliche to say, ‘She’s stepped out of darkness into the light.’   Stephanie’s journey of recovery and redemption is an ongoing saga of the real transformation that’s possible for each of us, regardless of where we may be.   The beauty of Stephanie’s story is that there’s nothing magical. Her path has been paved with practical choices, spiritual disciplines, and her determination to cling to a community of people who continue to be a source of strength.   www.humanswithfaith.com @humanswithfaith

Diagnosed with cancer at just four years old, today’s guest, Luke Webb is now living a life filled with giving back and investing in the next generation.   As if fighting cancer at four years old wasn’t enough, just one year later, Luke had a run-in with a rattlesnake that sent him back to the hospital.   He’s now twenty-three, been through a lot, and has some great things to say.   www.humanswithfaith.com @humanswithfaith

Looking back on our childhood, we see the beginnings of who we are today; our curiosities, personality, even some of our strengths are evident at an early age.   Today's guest, Lucas Robinson seems to have been a born entrepreneur. Starting his snowcone stand at sixteen years old was just the beginning.   www.humanwithfaith.com @humanwithfaith

Today’s guest is Heather Kreiser. She believes the consistent theme through Scripture that God still speaks, guides, directs, and desires to interact in the details of our lives. The Bible may be clear that God, the Holy Spirit is active all around us and in us, but how He goes about that work can at times be a mystery. Heather hasn’t always been ok with the mystery of how God moves. But she is now. What’s changed? I’m glad you asked. www.humanswithfaith.com @humanswithfaith  

Today’s guest on Humans With Faith is Aaron Terrazas. Aaron’s interest in cycling has turned into an obsession that’s changed his life, literally.   In this discussion Aaron shares his weight loss journey, how he changed his diet, and, of course, his love for cycling.   www.humanswithfaith.com @humanswithfaith  

It's ‘Get Up and Get Out There,’ week on Humans With Faith, a marathon of three episodes packed into seven days.   Today’s guest is Karen Roth, a dental hygienist and an Ironman athlete who’s also run more than a dozen marathon’s.    I think you’ll enjoy hearing how Karen’s spiritual and physical life converge in a way that gives her considerable energy and confidence in every area of life.   www.humanswithfaith.com @humanswithfaith

It's ‘Get Up and Get Out There,’ week on Humans With Faith. We're cramming three episodes into seven days. Three conversations focusing on physical health that I hope will motivate and activate us to get up and get out there.   First up is today’s guest David Field. Recently completing his first Ironman competition, David has some great things to share about what it takes to do something that many of us might think is impossible.   www.humanswithfaith.com @humanswithfaith

Today’s guest on Humans With Faith is Daren Neely. As a pastor, Daren has encouraged, inspired, and taught a lot of people how to align their lives with the teachings of Christ.    In this discussion, Daren is very honest about his journey with depression, anxiety, and other challenges that are commonplace in many homes, most places of work, and in every school.   Make sure to share this episode with others you know. We need to educate and encourage one another about this issue because it’s been neglected long enough. Let’s become part of the solution.   You can find Daren at darenneely.com and @darenneely.   www.humanswithfaith.com  

Do Something Simple. Some thoughts on my conversation with Ashley Neely on Living Through Hurricane Harvey. humanswithfaith.com @humanswithfaith  

On August 25th, 2017, Hurricane Harvey slammed into the Gulf Coast of Texas. In total, Harvey caused more than $125 Billion in damage. Except for Hurricane Katrina, Harvey caused more damage than any other natural disaster in US history.   With one-third of Houston under water, Ashley Neely and her family were some of the tens of thousands of residents who were displaced when their homes flooded and were forced to find shelter.   Ashley’s account of their experience is one that I hope encourages more of us to step up and do something for our fellow human beings when disaster strikes.   To all our friends in Houston, your example of resilience and teamwork is a shining example of the strength of the human spirit.

Today’s guest is Derek Johnson, a worship leader with Jesus Culture Sacramento and a recording artist with Jesus Culture worship.   I think you’ll really enjoy hearing what Derek has to say about worship, about pursuing God’s presence, and how all of us can posture ourselves to experience a level of peace that’s beyond ordinary.    @derekjohnson_    www.humanswithfaith.com @humanswithfaith

Today’s guest is Dan Dailey. Dan is a professional pilot, a winemaker, an astronomy enthusiast, and a person of faith.   In this discussion, I indulge in my fascination with all things aeronautics and aviation as we hear some fascinating stuff from the perspective of a pilot who flies all around the world. If that peaks your interest, listen in as we hear from my friend, Dan Daley.   www.humanswithfaith.com @humanswithfaith

Do Something Simple. Some thoughts on my conversation with Eric Knopf on The Impact Of Radical Generosity. humanswithfaith.com @humanswithfaith

Today’s guest is Eric Knopf. Eric is an entrepreneur, a visionary, a millennial, and someone who’s passionate about being who God’s calling him to be and doing what God’s calling him to do.   This conversation is unique because I think Eric says some things that break a few of the traditional patterns of thinking, specifically Christian thought. His perspective on maximizing our potential, having the power to make our life something great, and the impact of sharing one’s faith by living a life of radical generosity is both refreshing and exciting to hear.   www.humanswithfaith.com @humanswithfaith  

Today’s guest is CJ Hatlevig, pastor of District Church in El Dorado Hills, CA. I love CJ's passion for the local church as a place of grace coupled with a conviction that God truly changes lives.   This episode is the 43rd episode on Humans With Faith, and it’s a bit different than the rest. It’s not as much a story in someone’s life, but a story of a group of people who’ve come together to make a difference. If you’re not a person of faith or someone who frequents a local church, I encourage you to listen to CJ. He just may inspire you to consider faith and even believe in the local church.   www.humanswithfaith.com @humanswithfaith

Philippians 4:6-7 says, 'Don’t worry about anything; instead, pray about everything. Tell God what you need, and thank him for all he has done. 7Then you will experience God’s peace, which exceeds anything we can understand. His peace will guard your hearts and minds as you live in Christ Jesus.’ (NLT)   Today’s guest on Humans With Faith is my good friend, Matt Slocum. Matt is the Executive Pastor of Victory Life Church in Battle Creek, MI.    There are times in life when we have to lean into what we believe more than ever. In this discussion, Matt shares the story of a season in his life where he had to do just that, lean into what he believed. Now, we all can learn from his experience.   www.humanswithfaith.com @humanswithfaith