Engaging Truth

In this episode of Engaging Truth, Pastor John Cain sits down with Pastor Nathan Misch of St. Paul Lutheran Church in Plainview, Texas, to explore the compassion of Jesus through the story of the woman at the well in John 4. Pastor Misch unpacks how Christ’s compassion is not merely emotion, but an active, self-giving response to human brokenness—one that holds truth and love together without compromise. In a world marked by anxiety, loneliness, and division, this conversation offers a timely call for Christians to reflect the compassion they’ve received in Jesus.

With practical insights on overcoming pride, judgment, and fear, listeners are equipped to become “masks of God”—bringing Christ’s mercy into everyday encounters and pointing others to the forgiveness already won at the cross.

In this Easter episode of Engaging Truth, Pastors Trey Sansom and Rob Bailey explore a question that moves beyond just a once-a-year celebration into real life: Why does the resurrection matter today? Through personal stories, Scripture, and honest reflection, they unpack how the resurrection of Jesus changes everything—bringing forgiveness, defeating death, and giving meaning to suffering. From moments of deep grief to everyday anxiety, this conversation points to a living hope that doesn’t fade with circumstances.

Whether you’re celebrating Easter or just trying to make sense of life on an ordinary day, this episode invites you to rediscover the power of a risen Jesus who calls you by name, claims you in baptism, and walks with you through it all.

Host John Cain sits down with Pastor Dan Schepmann of Gloria Dei Lutheran Church in Clear Lake, Texas—right near NASA—to explore a simple, life-shaping truth: God blesses His people so they can be a blessing. Drawing from Genesis 12, Pastor Schepmann unpacks the difference between the justified life (what Jesus has done for you) and the sanctified life (how Jesus now works through you), and he shares how Gloria Dei has grown into a “neighborhood church” that serves far beyond its walls.

From mentoring younger pastors to leveraging church facilities for community impact, this conversation is a clear call to stop asking “What’s in it for me?” and start living for the Kingdom—trusting that the limitless God can multiply even our limited resources.

In this episode of Engaging Truth, Pastor Trey Sansom sits down with Pastor Gene Johnson of Trinity Klein Lutheran Church and School to explore a leadership truth rooted in John 13 and Philippians 2: the heart of leadership is a servant heart. Reflecting on Jesus washing His disciples’ feet, Gene unpacks how true influence flows not from authority or ego, but from humility, vulnerability, and a life saturated in Christ.

Together they discuss how servant leadership resists pride, avoids legalism, and grows out of daily time with Jesus. Whether you lead in a church, workplace, home, or community, this conversation offers a practical and Gospel-centered vision for influencing others the way Jesus does.

This week, we talk to Pastor Tim Engel about Lutheran Church Charities K-9 Comfort Dog Ministry. Pastor Tim and the Comfort Dogs’ special service has helped countless people in the wake of natural disaster, family upheaval, and national tragedies.

Tim brings a unique perspective to help in hard times and how bringing Jesus’ love and a ministry of presence can change everything. Pastor Josh Knippa hosts.

In this episode of Engaging Truth, Pastor Richard Lamb of Zion Lutheran Church in Anderson, Texas, shares how a 140-year-old rural congregation is embracing change while holding fast to the unchanging Gospel.

From transitioning hymnals to welcoming new families moving out from Houston, Zion is learning to look outward—serving teachers with donuts, opening their parking lot to neighbors, hosting VBS, and dreaming about blessing backpacks for local students. At the heart of it all is the simple, powerful truth Pastor Lamb can’t let go of: Jesus’ words from the cross—“It is finished.”

Join us for a conversation about legacy, mission, and the joy of sharing Christ in small-town Texas. Pastor Robert Bailey hosts.

In this episode of Engaging Truth, host Pastor Trey Sansom sits down with Pastor Jason Moreno of Christ Memorial Lutheran Church in Houston to talk about the thought of Jesus’ ministry that never leaves his mind: “Christ always includes me.” Pastor Moreno shares how seasons of not fitting the mold—career shifts, loss, divorce, doubt, and ministry challenges—became the very places where Jesus met him with personal love, not reluctant permission.

Together, Trey and Jason explore how our deepest identity isn’t what we’ve done or what others say, but what Jesus says: beloved child. You are not an afterthought in God’s story—Jesus sees you, cherishes you, and calls you His own.

Far more than a good human teacher, the Bible tells us that Christ Jesus is God, and He holds all things together. In a powerful presentation, the Rev. Steven Misch explains how the Christian faith is unique. We do not have to "do right" to be "right with God," rather, we are saved by faith in Jesus. Jesus alone is perfect. Through Jesus, we are made right with God the Father.

Standing in our place, Jesus took God the Father's divine judgment and wrath on the cross. Now covered by Christ's righteousness, we will be judged as "not guilty," justified and forgiven. As the people of God, we can live in the freedom and joy of Christ forever. Pastor John Cain hosts.

Rev. Joshua LeBorious, Sr. Pastor at Hope Lutheran Church in Friendswood, TX, is an expert on “relational ministry”.

If this term is new to you, I encourage you to listen to the Engaging Truth program featuring Pastor Laborious as he explains how Jesus’ ministry was relational and encourages us to follow Jesus’ way of offering ministry. Rev. Dr. Douglas Krengel hosts.

Explaining an aspect of Jesus that he appreciates so much is the Rev. Scott Heitshusen. Scott is the pastor of LifeBridge Community Church in Sealy, Texas (https://www.lifebridgesealy.com/). Hosting today’s conversation is Pastor John Cain.