In this episode, Kayla Wescoat and Pastor Jeremy Muniz begin a conversation about what it means to be a Southern Baptist. They discuss their childhood memories growing up in Southern Baptist churches, the advantages of the cooperative program for supporting missionaries worldwide, and how autonomous churches work together for Great Commission purposes. They also address some challenges within the denomination while exploring the unique strengths of being a Southern Baptist church.

In this episode, Kayla Wescoat and Pastor Jeremy Muniz explore the struggles of self-worth and doubts about God’s work in our lives. From childhood comparisons to adult insecurities, they discuss how these feelings often persist across ages and seasons. Along with sharing practical advice, the conversation centers on the Biblical truth of sanctification—God’s ongoing process of shaping us into the image of Christ—and emphasizes that our value is rooted in belonging to Him, not in our achievements. 

In this episode, Kayla Wescoat and Pastor Jeremy Muniz tackle a common struggle among Christians: doubting your salvation. They discuss why these questions arise for both kids and adults, highlight how emotions can cloud our confidence, and ultimately share how Scripture points us to the assurance found in Jesus’ finished work. Along with practical advice for addressing doubts, they close with an encouragement to let God’s Word define your security, not your feelings. 

In this episode, Kayla Wescoat and Pastor Jeremy Muniz open up about childhood fears and how those feelings often follow us into adulthood. Drawing from Scripture, they explore how God’s presence offers comfort in the midst of anxiety and uncertainty, and they share practical ways to process fear in everyday life.

In this episode, Kayla Wescoat and Pastor Jeremy Muniz discuss the ongoing impact of the war in Ukraine and Ridgecrest Baptist Church’s efforts to support Ukrainian nationals, including fundraising, direct assistance, and advocacy for continued residency in the U.S. They share possible action steps for how to get involved as well as tips for parents on how to have hard conversations, like this, with their kids. 

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Resources Mentioned this Episode: 

• Support our Ukrainian Neighbors 

• Parenting Guide: Difficult Current Events 

• https://womenofwelcome.com/ 

• https://worldrelief.org/ 

In this episode, Kayla Wescoat and Pastor Jeremy Muniz build on our previous conversation about finding your role in the church and turn the focus to sharing your faith in today’s culture. They discuss why evangelism can feel challenging and they highlight Jesus’ example of a relational, story-driven approach with practical advice for listening well and sharing your own story in everyday life. 

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Resources Mentioned this Episode: 

• “Gentle and Lowly” by Dane Ortlund

In this episode, Kayla Wescoat and Pastor Jeremy Muniz begin a conversation about what it means to find your place in the church community. Drawing on 1 Corinthians 12 and Ephesians 4, they discuss God’s design for every believer, practical steps for identifying your unique gifts, common obstacles like comparison, busyness, and insecurity, and they offer encouragement for taking the next step. 

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Resources Mentioned this Episode:  

• SHAPE Test

In this episode, Kayla Wescoat and Pastor Jeremy Muniz conclude our three-part conversation on Winnie the Pooh and what we as Christians can learn from these beloved children’s stories and characters. In Part 3, they discuss how the stories of Pooh and his friends can teach us about real community, the value of friendship, the importance of slowing down to enjoy life’s simple joys, and more. 

In this episode, Kayla Wescoat and Pastor Jeremy Muniz continue our three-part conversation on the gospel according to Winnie the Pooh. Part 2 focuses on each character: from Piglet’s growth and Owl’s wisdom to Eeyore’s realism and Tigger’s boundless energy, they explore what each friend brings to the Hundred Acre Wood—and what we can learn from them about life, faith, and friendship.

In this episode, Kayla Wescoat and Pastor Jeremy Muniz begin a three-part conversation on Winnie the Pooh and what we as Christians can learn from these beloved children’s stories and characters. Part 1 explores what it means to have childlike faith, embrace our individual strengths and limits, and find contentment in simplicity!