Connect the Kingdom

Connect the Kingdom Podcast – Episode 6

Is God moving behind the scenes? Did God create the dinosaurs? And, the origins of Friday the 13th.

Is God really working behind the scenes? Did He create dinosaurs? And what’s the unexpected link between Queen Esther and Friday the 13th? Join Pastors Jonathan Mitchum, Trent Lowe, and Chris Fox as they dive into God’s hidden hand, unravel the mysteries of Esther, and explore how ancient events still shape our culture today. Plus, celebrate with us for our first giveaway winner and by hitting 1,000+ listens!

If you love faith, history, and a little bit of mystery, this episode will make you see God’s fingerprints in places you never expected.

Storms have a way of revealing what we really trust. In this episode, the crew dives into Storm Theology—from hilarious and embarrassing boat fails to the deeper question many people quietly ask: Has God gone silent on me? Along the way we explore the powerful moment when Jesus calms the wind and waves, what storms represent throughout the Bible, and why peace isn’t found in rowing harder or panicing quicker.

If life has ever felt chaotic, overwhelming, or like your prayers are hitting the ceiling, this conversation is for you. Discover how faith grows in the middle of the storm, why Jesus is never absent from your boat, and the surprising secret to finding real peace when the waves start crashing.

In Episode #3 of the Golden Hour series, Path to Peace, we step into one of the most relatable moments in the Gospels—a storm in the middle of the night while Jesus sleeps in the boat.  In this message, we explore how peace isn’t found in the absence of trouble, but in the presence of Jesus in the middle of it. When life gets choppy and your faith feels tested, this conversation will challenge you to rethink what real peace looks like. 

If you’ve ever asked God, “Do You even care about what I’m going through?” this episode will remind you that He does.

What if the thing you’re chasing — productivity, excellence, impact — actually flows from slowing down? In this episode of Connect the Kingdom, we dive into the power of breathing room, why Sabbath isn’t weakness but wisdom, and how “God Math” works way better than hustle math. You might be surprised to learn you’re not falling behind… you’re just running without margin.
Plus, we tackle real-life questions about working seven days a week, unpack why Shabbat means “cease and celebrate,” and talk about the fresh manna God has for you right now. If you’ve been feeling stretched thin, this episode might be exactly the reset your soul needs.

Get ready for an eye-opening, no-holds-barred bonus episode of the Connect the Kingdom Podcast! This time, we’re going deep into the geopolitics of the Middle East, unpacking recent developments in Iran, and exploring how world events might intersect with biblical prophecy.

Join your hosts as we sit down with Naval, Master Chief, Bill Wheelis — a seasoned sailor with extensive experience, sharp insight, and a front-row seat to global military strategy and tensions. Together they’ll break down:

• What’s happening with Iran’s role in global affairs
• How recent events could impact regional stability
• Fun and thoughtful discussion on prophetic themes and how they connect to current world events
• What believers should take away from the headlines — spiritually and practically

Whether you’re tracking world events, curious about prophecy, or love honest, engaging conversation — this bonus episode is one you won’t want to miss.

In Week 2 of our Golden Hour series on the Connect the Kingdom Podcast, we’re leaning into a message titled “Breathing Room.” Are you living without margin? So many of us measure our worth by productivity, but God designed a different rhythm from the very beginning.

This episode explores the Sabbath principle as a gift, not a restriction, but an invitation to stop striving and start trusting. If you’ve been working more but seeing less, this conversation will challenge you to step out of a slave mentality and into the freedom and provision God has for you.

Episode #3 of the podcast is here — and it’s one of our wildest rides yet.

We go from laughs to depth and back again. It starts with Olympic hot takes and unexpected rabbit trails, but quickly moves into real conversations about church hurt, behind-the-scenes moments from the Golden Hour series, and the powerful stories most people miss — like what happened to the widows who fed the prophets.

You’ll hear cutting-room-floor thoughts on hope, waiting for daylight, and why some seasons feel darker than others. There’s also a hilarious hunting story that completely derails us (in the best way), plus a fascinating dive into Baruch, the biblical canon, and where the Protestant Bible came from.

If you need something that will make you laugh, think, and hold onto hope — this one’s for you.

In this week’s episode of the Connect the Kingdom Podcast, we kick off our new series Golden Hour with a powerful look at what God does in life’s darkest moments. From Jeremiah’s pit in the mire to the promise of a coming sunrise, we look to hope before the light ever breaks through.
If you’ve been walking through a valley or fighting discouragement, this one’s for you. We talk about holding onto hope when it makes no sense, trusting your Shepherd in the dark, and remembering that people of light don’t have to fear the dark. 

Episode #2 of the long form Podcast is here — and it’s a journey from laughter to deep healing. In “Valentines Shenanigans and Healing Broken Hearts,” Pastors Trent, Chris, and Jonathan kick things off with some lighthearted Valentine’s stories and real-life moments behind the scenes. But as the conversation unfolds, it moves from fun to powerful — reflecting on a meaningful weekend, what God did in Sunday’s service, and why personal testimonies carry more weight than we often realize.

The heart of the episode lands in a deeply moving reflection on Laura Cowan’s testimony and the lasting impact it had on each of them. You’ll also hear behind-the-scenes moments that didn’t make the final cut and why they mattered. The episode closes with honest encouragement and life-giving truth from Scripture — bringing hope to the grieving, courage to the hesitant, and healing to anyone walking through heartbreak.

This week on the Connect the Kingdom Podcast, we’re honored to share Laura Cowan’s powerful testimony — a deeply personal story of loss, healing, and redemption. 

Her story is a beautiful reminder that our lowest moments are not the end of the story. If you’ve ever wondered whether God can bring something good out of heartbreak, this episode will stir your faith. It’s a moving picture of how the Lord still brings beauty from ashes — and how hope can rise even in the darkest places.