Decisions: A Dunham+Company Podcast

In this episode, Trent welcomes Ben Locke, an author and former soccer player whose life has been a series of unexpected turns. From dreams of a professional sports career to enduring personal trials, Ben reveals powerful lessons about refinement through suffering. His book, In Our Suffering, Lord Be Near, Ben offers a raw, honest look at navigating life's hardships with faith.  

Listen in as we explore the redemptive process of pain, the unlearning necessary to grow, and the power of vulnerability in leadership. Whether you're a leader in your organization or in your everyday life, these insights are meant to inspire and guide you through your own journeys of decision-making.

In this enlightening episode, Jonathan Pitts welcomes esteemed guest, Debra Fileta – a licensed professional counselor, national speaker, and author of bestsellers like Are You Really Okay?  

Debra shares insights from her counseling practice, emphasizing the importance of maintaining balance in our personal and professional lives. Drawing from her own experiences, she discusses the power of boundaries, the significance of honoring one's humanity, and how to manage burnout effectively by using six rhythms.  

Whether you're a leader, a parent, or someone seeking a more fulfilled life, this episode offers valuable takeaways for anyone who wants to live with intention and joy. Don't miss this candid discussion about growth, healing, and how small steps can lead to profound transformations.

In this compelling episode of the Decisions podcast, we’re excited to connect with Lindsey Medenwaldt as she takes us through her personal journey into apologetics and the inspiration behind her new book, Bridge-Building Apologetics: How to Get Along Even When We Disagree.  

Her insights will empower you to engage in meaningful conversations about faith and belief, even when opinions clash. Lindsey emphasizes the importance of standing firm in your faith while fostering better relationships through civil discourse.  

Whether you’re familiar with apologetics or just curious about bridging divides, this episode is sure to inspire you. Listen now to discover how personal experiences can shape public discussions and strengthen your convictions.

In this impactful episode of the Decisions podcast, we’re thrilled to sit down with Colton Kyle, son of the legendary American Sniper, Chris Kyle. Colton shares his journey growing up under his father's immense legacy and the unique challenges he faced along the way.

He is committed to continuing his father's mission, extending beyond the book "American Sniper" to actively support veterans and first responders, ensuring their sacrifices are honored.

Whether you know Chris Kyle's story or not, Colton's insights will inspire you and highlight the lasting impact of a legacy grounded in faith and service. Tune in to explore the vital connection between personal struggle, public duty, and unwavering belief

RightNow Media believes the mission of the church matters! That is why they have carefully curated a digital library of over 25,000 biblically based videos for small groups, families, students, and the development of leadership.  

And they are just beginning!   

Brian Mosley, the President of RightNow Media, joins Trent Dunham on the Decisions Podcast to give an inside look into RightNow Media and discuss their aim to disciple believers and reach the underserved church by providing a diverse range of high-quality, biblically sound content accessible through their digital platform.   

The work of reaching the lost world has never been more important, and the work Mosley is leading is responding to this urgency!

It’s time to get back to the Garden of Eden and understand that God created us to do work.    

The Christian church is, too often, afraid of this topic. They address it with defensiveness, apprehension, and often, misguided theology. Culture is reeling in despair and isolation and yet rather than saying, ”work is the remedy – it will provide you the purpose that provides hope, meaning, and dignity!” – both the world and the church shout, “let’s take a little more me-time and put the brakes on this career ambition stuff!”  

Joining the Decisions Podcast to address this topic is David Bahnsen, the Founder, Managing Partner, and Chief Investment Officer of The Bahnsen Group, a national private wealth management firm with offices in Newport Beach, New York City, Bend, Nashville, Minneapolis, Austin, and Phoenix. The Bahnsen Group manages over $5 billion in client assets.

Peter is the CEO of Premier Christian Radio and has been responsible for leading and transforming a struggling radio station into a thriving organization which is helping the UK church communicate the Gospel effectively in a digital age. Over the last few years, Premier has made the decision to take some of what they’ve been doing in the UK and start doing it in a different way in America. It is a fascinating conversation that will be both encouraging and challenging!

Note: On Saturday morning, June 8, 2024, Peter Kerridge passed away and went to be with his Lord Jesus. Peter’s legacy lives on as so many lives continue to be impacted for eternity because of all he made possible. 

Hot-button issues dominating our culture can make speaking out feel taboo. Hiding from hard conversations won’t work. On this episode of the Decisions Podcast, Mike Novotny discusses his newest book, Taboo: Topics Christians Should be Talking About but Don’t, and equips listeners to have hard conversations in a redemptive way.   

In Taboo, author Mike Novotny covers deeply personal, vulnerable, and emotional topics, handling them with grace and respect. It’s the ultimate resource for Christians looking to create change and deal with struggles in their own lives. God’s Word gives us clarity, healing, and hope. Taboo is a must-read for Christians looking for a biblically based resource to modern questions. Not talking is not helping! It’s time for believers to step gracefully into the taboo and share God’s truth with a world in need.  

Mike is the lead speaker for Time of Grace, a global media ministry that is committed to ensuring that God’s grace—His love, glory, and power—is accessible around the world

Have you ever felt alone? Have you ever found yourself in exile? Good news - God is with you in those moments! Dr. Conway Edwards is the founding and senior pastor of One Community Church, a church that includes five campuses across the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex and a global campus. His wife, Jada, is a renowned speaker and teacher who has been featured on RightNow Media and the annual IF:Gathering (a global women’s conference). It is a real gift to have both on the Decisions Podcast to discuss life as a ministerial couple, thriving in ministry, and how the Lord leads even when we find ourselves in exile. This is a powerful episode! 

Taya Kyle was unexpectedly thrust into the spotlight when she married Chris Kyle, one of America’s greatest heroes. Chris’ story was told in the book and movie, American Sniper. Just before the release of the film, Chris was tragically killed at a gun range by another veteran suffering from PTSD.  

Taya continues to rise above her grief and pain with a family she loves and a platform honoring Chris’ life. In this episode, she shares her powerful story and how the Lord continues to use her to provide help and hope to those going through tragic times.  

Taya became a New York Times best-selling author with her first book American Wife, and in 2019 released her second book – American Spirit – a collection of short stories chronicling the lives of inspirational people she has met through her travels, all of whom show the American spirit is as strong as ever. Here newest book is a children's book, Prayers for Bears, a fun, yet insightful book that takes readers on a delightful journey, teaching them the importance of gratitude in all seasons of life.