Is This On?

In the last episode of the season, we'll discuss our reflections from this season and our goals for the next one.

Sometimes, walking away from missions isn't about fear or lack of commitment — it's about life throwing curveballs you can't ignore. In this episode, we explore the tough decision to back out of commitments due to outside circumstances. We unpack the feelings of guilt, the pressure to "push through," and how to find peace with putting personal well-being first. Whether it's work, family, or big life plans, we'll talk about how to honor your boundaries without drowning in shame, regret, and guilt.

Today, we are joined by none other than Isaac's wife, Nicole! She'll share what her life was before and after meeting Isaac and accepting Christ. Isaac and Nicole will also share their journey through dating and marriage and how important it is to stay rooted in God to make a relationship successful and fulfilling.

Chapters:

(00:00) - Introduction

(00:34) - Introduction to Nicole

(11:00) - Nicole's religious background and how it affected the relationship w/ Isaac

(13:13) - Cultural differences between Nicole and Isaac

(21:32) - Nicole's upbringing

(34:24) - Diving into Nicole's Buddhism

(43:50) - Isaac's ultimatum with Nicole

(50:05) - Nicole's faith journey

(01:17:17) - Conclusion

In this episode, we kick things off with a quick recap of last week’s updates. We'll talk about how failures aren’t the end but opportunities to grow, and how perfectionism can keep us from true progress. Most importantly, we’re diving into what it means to surrender our plans to God’s greater purpose. How do we trust His timing when things don’t go as expected? How do we let go of control and step into faith? If you’ve ever struggled with perfectionism or fear of failure, this episode is for you. Let’s learn to embrace the journey, trust God’s plan, and keep moving forward with faith!

Chapters:

(00:00) - Introduction

(00:34) - Updates from last week starting w/ Isaac

(05:17) - Gene's updates

(11:25) - Our trials shooting video

(14:31) - Learning from our past mistakes

(19:33) - Vertical vs horizontal relationship w/ God

(20:38) - First and second commandment

(23:33) - Controlling our tongue

(31:07) - Trying to strive for perfection

(35:31) - How to fit into God's plan instead of fitting God into our plan

(43:50) - How to physically spend time with God

(48:40) - Conclusion

We're happy to say that we're back on and ready for what's to come in 2025! We'll give our updates since we last shot, talk about some of the feedback we've received from our initial episodes, and share some personal goals and cast vision for this podcast!

Chapters:

(00:00) - Introduction and catching up w/ Isaac

(08:50) - Our thoughts and encouragement for mission trips

(32:00) - Gene's updates

(39:20) - Visiting our goals and reviewing feedback

(52:00) - Accountability

(01:11:16) - Conclusion

Sorry for the late episode. Isaac had the flu and was busy with the holiday festivities. But we wanted to air this episode before the New Year to share our thoughts on Christmas and the importance of it. We also wanted to share our goals for 2025!

Chapters:

(00:00) - Introduction and our thoughts on Xmas

(13:45) - Reason why we couldn't shoot

(21:29) - 2025 goals

(21:55) - Isaac's goals

(29:51) - Romans 8:22

(36:08) - Gene's goals

(37:45) - Church fast for the New Year

(40:15) - When does God speak?

(51:10) - How to communicate with those who don't align with your beliefs and opinions?

(01:15:05) - Conclusion

In this Thanksgiving special, we're keeping it real about gratitude when life isn't all that great. From the highs to the lows, we talk about giving thanks to God even when it feels impossible. Plug in, grab a plate, and let's about gratitude that lasts beyond the leftovers.

How can we stay connected with God without getting consumed by media? From the pressure to present a perfect life to the constant comparison trap, we discuss how social media impacts our faith journeys — and practical steps to reclaim our time and focus. Tune in as we explore boundaries that honor God and help you unplug without feeling unfufilled.

When life feels unstable, whether it’s an empty job board or a full bag of fast food, it’s hard not to wonder—where’s God in all this? In this episode, we get real about the struggle to maintain faith while dealing with unemployment, unhealthy habits, and the search for meaning in it all. Is God really with us in our lowest points, and how do we find strength to keep going? Let’s dive into the mess, looking for signs of hope and purpose amid uncertainty.