Kingdom Flow

The Faith in the Fire podcast features Nate Burkhalter's inspiring life journey and how he found his way through God. Nate shares his struggles, mindsets, and the pivotal moments in his life that led him to give his life to God entirely.

Listeners will hear how Nate overcame various obstacles, and how his relationship with God helped him to overcome them. He speaks candidly about the mindset shift he had to undergo and the importance of seeking strong spiritual leaders to guide him in his walk with God.

Throughout the podcast, Nate shares his personal experiences and stories that will encourage and inspire listeners who may be going through similar struggles.

Join Nate Burkhalter, Ian Sperry, and Kyle Jones on this journey of transformation and discovery as Nathan shares his inspiring story of faith, redemption, and hope. The "Walking with God" podcast is perfect for anyone seeking to deepen their spiritual journey or looking for encouragement and inspiration.

Do you have a goal you're trying to reach, but it seems so far out of your grasp that it's almost unattainable? Is God requiring of you something that seems so daunting that it almost paralyzes you? 

Sometimes, small steps can lead to BIG dreams. We just have to create margins in our daily routines for the spirit of God to flow and speak to us. 

In this episode of the Kingdom Flow Podcast, Kyle Jones and Ian Sperry talk about how to step out and grow in faith. They share personal stories and offer practical advice on how to do this, not only in your spiritual life, but your professional and personal life as well! 

Have you ever faced a problem wherein you didn't know what to do? Have you considered just believing and doing what you need to do? A strong faith can lead to freedom, peace, and hope. Whether you're facing outward pressures or going through a period of suffering, this episode offers valuable insights and inspiration to help you persevere and thrive.

In this episode of the Kingdom Flow Podcast, Kyle Jones and Ian Sperry discuss the importance of endurance, faithfulness, discipline, and staying true to one's beliefs. They share personal stories and offer practical advice on developing endurance and character through intentional living, establishing routines, and staying the course.

Here are some power takeaways from today’s conversation:

Episode Highlights:

[08:29] Endurance Produces Character

People may prepare for something without knowing where they will end up. However, one can't stay in the fight without having a plan. Without preparing for anything specific, one can't build endurance that produces character and leads to hope.

[30:28] Discipline Equals Freedom

It's important to show complete dedication to faithfulness, staying the course, and keeping the fight even when the outer pressures of life are coming strong. The outward pressures and circumstances in one's life may not change, but our internal perspective can. A plan, an established routine, and keeping up with it while modifying and adapting as needed are keys to success. Living a structured life does not mean sacrificing fun but instead creates freedom by taking away the guesswork. The fruit will come from patiently enduring by faith.

[49:31] Leave it to God

Be intentional with living instead of being reactive. From how broken the hosts were to how they've been able to transition over many years in their lives and how they want to live is the essence behind Kingdom Flow. Know that suffering will lead to good things—endurance, character, and ultimately, hope in the Holy Spirit. Ian ends with a prayer, hoping that people's faith would increase so they can have a breakthrough in life.

Notable Quotes:

[14:32] “All I really knew was ..., from a Biblical standpoint, ... to keep the faith.”

[25:41] “I don’t necessarily know how to win the race. I just know I gotta get up and run.”

[23:59] “God's called all of us to be a shepherd at some level, to our families, and then to those that we employ or work with.”

[49:02] “Live in this freedom by being vulnerable.”

Resources Mentioned:

Romans 5:2-5

The Passover

Stones of Remembrance

Discipline Equals Freedom by Jocko Willink

Woman with the Issue of Blood

The world has come a long way in terms of medicine. If we act early, we can screen for many diseases and prevent deaths. Many aspects of our health, including gut health, hormones, and stress, require our attention and action to maintain control.

Can we "tune-up" our bodies to make them last longer and perform better? On this episode of The Kingdom Flow Podcast, hosts Kyle Jones and Ian Sperry share personal stories and how they overcame the impact of poor physical and mental health on their spirits.

Here are some power takeaways from today’s conversation:

Episode Highlights:

[01:19] Catching Problems Early

It's a good idea to get tested regularly by a healthcare professional. Medical technology can detect many health concerns before they become life-threatening; ignorance is not bliss. It's best to catch illnesses — like cancer and heart diseases — as early as possible while they're easy to treat.

[11:17] Take Your Health Seriously

Many struggle with stress and an unbalanced diet. Sugary sodas and processed foods can take a toll, and it's vital to take your health seriously. Don't be ignorant or apathetic to the impact of your lifestyle choices.

To live a kingdom lifestyle, take care of your physical health as it affects your energy and relationships. Neglecting your health can hinder your progress and leave you tired and unmotivated. A healthy individual should have a balanced and thriving spiritual and physical well-being.

[23:39] We Have Victory in Christ

Ian suffered from catastrophizing, which caused him mental exhaustion, created financial strain, and took a toll on his marriage. He realized he needed to walk by faith, not sight, to overcome it. Kyle developed a prayer for his kids, asking for God's protection, blessings, and leadership over their lives.

[51:12] Healthy Fear to Move You to Action

Developing confidence in prayer and one's relationship with God can help people take control of their lives and live a kingdom lifestyle, leading to God's favor. Kyle and Ian close with a prayer for those facing health and relationship challenges, seeking confidence to advance God's kingdom.

Resources:

Psalms 1:1-3

I Peter 5:8

Gleason

Chris Tomlin on Pandora

Elevation

Bethel

Restoring the Foundations (RTF)

Pastor Jason of RTF

Kingdom Flow

Notable Quotes:

[19:36] “One little wedge and a thought or behavior ... could really manifest into so many other areas in your life.”

[20:12] “Faith is the core in believing and adopting this kingdom mentality is our core belief system.”

[39:04] “When you're thinking something crazy … [take] that thought captive, ‘Lord, take it away’.”

Purity, holiness, and the destruction of sin are all vital components of our personal growth and development. Our lives are like a long-distance race that requires patience, persistence, and hard work. But with every small step forward, we are building habits and making changes that will last a lifetime.

What does a sin-free life look like? How can making sacrifices propel us forward? In this episode of the Kingdom Flow Podcast, hosts Kyle Jones and Ian Spencer talk about sacrificing our fleshly desires to serve not ourselves, but God.

Here are some power takeaways from today’s conversation:

Episode Highlights:

[10:04] Walking in Righteousness

Kyle talks about the example of Joshua, where God showed a miracle by collapsing the walls of Jericho with just the power of His people's voices. But when Joshua and the people encountered one minor setback, they questioned God's intentions. The people chose not to listen and obey God, and their sins brought them to their destruction.

[16:53] Taking Action and Moving Forward

Joshua knew that their defeat was because of sin in their camp, and cried. However, he already knows what the problem is, so he should find the sin and figure it out. Ian then relates this scene to the present, where business owners and moms and dads ask, "Why is it not working? What's the problem? Why am I not blessed?" There is something in our lives that is blocking His presence, blocking the flow, and most of the listeners already know what it is.

[19:52] Put Your Faith in God

Kyle shares that praying but not actively doing anything about what you wish for is holding us back. When we do that, we truly don't put our faith and hope in God. He advises, we have to check ourselves constantly, and we also have to have an accountability partner. Ian adds that purification and purging are happening around us, because God wants to elevate us in righteousness.

[32:12] Reprioritization

Change can be done quickly if people are willing to expose areas where there is sin, and make the necessary changes. Those changes may be subtle but after some time, people will be able to look back and see how far they have come. When experiencing personal and work-related problems, it's most likely because of sin. It's best to remove sin and work towards a faith-based standard of living to receive blessings. Kyle recommends to just start—prioritize your word, your quiet time, your time with your spouse. Living a life for God requires sacrifice and putting aside one's own desires in order to serve Him and advance His kingdom.

Notable Quotes:

[28:50] “God wants to elevate us in righteousness.”

[36:53] “You're wondering why things in the home are not right. You're wondering why your business is not succeeding or moving at the rate it should. You're wondering why you're not climbing the ladder or why everyone else seems to be passing you up. It's because most likely, there's sin in the camp.”

[47:36] “A little sacrifice goes a long way.”

One’s actions must align with  beliefs and mission statements, both in business and personal life. Leadership is not about being perfect. Rather, it's about being the light that keeps showing up and being bold.

How can you influence people to show up and take action? Joining us on this episode of The Kingdom Flow Podcast is Chris Vester, entrepreneur and co-host of “Faith. Family. Fulfillment.” Podcast. He shares his insights on leadership, knowing oneself better, and being intentional.

Here are some power takeaways from today’s conversation:

Episode Highlights:

[15:17] Leading by Example

Some people do business without a strategic plan or purpose statement. Chris began developing his faith and leadership, starting with strategic business planning and incorporating core values. He then became a coach for others, which evolved into a leadership development program that involved working on life's spiritual, mental, and physical aspects.

[21:30] Keeping Christ at the Center

Someone asked Chris what he would think if one of his daughters married someone just like him. This wake-up call made him realize his impact on people close to him. In addition, he and his wife were able to navigate tough challenges in marriage thanks to keeping Christ at the center of their relationship.

[31:40] Showing Up and Being Bold

Chris talks about being a light and showing up as a believer in one's faith. He encourages others to build their brand and social presence to let others know who they are. Instead of using "God's will" as an excuse for laziness, take action and stack habits to build one's faith.

Notable Quotes:

[08:09] “Find physical challenges, find these ways to create and cultivate an atmosphere to really hear from God.”

[26:36] “If you're not in integrity with yourself, then you really have no business leading other people, honestly.”

[1:04:16] “When you start doing your daily devotional time, you got to start to keep doing it.”

[1:08:12] “Stay focused on what Jesus has already called you to do, continue to take territory and continue to grow.”

Resources Mentioned:

Faith. Family. Fulfillment. Podcast

Faith. Family. Fulfillment. Book

Hubert Auto Vester Group

Connect with Chris on Instagram and Facebook

About the Guest

Chris Vester is the Chief Operations Officer of the Hubert Vester Auto Group and co-host of “Faith. Family. Fulfillment.” Podcast with Suzanne Vester, his wife. With 30 years of experience in the automotive industry, he has transformed his business into a successful multi-dealership group. You can learn more about Chris on Instagram.

In this day and age, we are often taught to aspire for money, status, and fame. But what happens when we get there? Will we truly be happy with our achievements?

In this episode of Kingdom Flow, Super Bowl Champion Steve Weatherford shares how all his achievements still left him empty and broken. Get to know Steve’s journey of receiving Jesus, getting lost with earthly achievements, and finally rededicating himself to the Lord.

Here are some power takeaways from today’s conversation:

Episode Highlights:

[09:06] The Importance of Being Intentional with Faith

Steve is known for his achievements in the Super Bowl and the NFL, but he felt empty despite all his achievements. Steve then became fully committed to God and realized what He wants is more important than his earthly desires. When Steve moved into a new home, he went to every room and prayed in addition to anointing the doorways with oil. This is because he wants to be intentional about his faith.

[17:23] God’s Purpose for Us

Steve shares that everyone is like a fighter jet, but before we can launch toward our purpose, our launching pad needs to be in order. The components of the launching pad are: being clear on who we are, knowing who you belong to, knowing what matters most, what your core values are, and discipline.

[48:16] Cultivating your Relationship with God

We all want a level of certainty and think pursuing more in our profession is the right method. But, we need to take the leap of faith. After retiring from the NFL, Steve went back to church and was invited to a men’s conference. This was Steve’s defining moment of stepping out of the religion and forming a real relationship with God.

[01:14:07] Give Meaning to Your Life

Steve asks listeners to give meaning to their moments. If you’re not ready then that’s okay. Remember that whatever you’re ready for will be ready for you. Remember, it’s not just about making a decision. It’s about taking action. Live a life where every morning is about going back and getting closer to God.

Notable Quotes:

[37:34] If we renew our hearts and our minds first, and submit to the presence, that transformation will follow.

[49:07] The word is a lamp unto our feet and a light into our path.

[1:05:07] You can't follow…and receive everything that God has for you if you're still holding on to the past.

Resources Mentioned:

The Steve Weatherford Show | The Secrets To A High Performance Life

About Steve

Steve Weatherford is a former American football punter for the Giants who won Super Bowl XLVI.  He is also a 2-time nominated most fit NFL football player. Now the President and CEO of Weatherford FIT, Steve is changing the status quo of training programs and helping individuals get more fit and get stronger. Connect with Steve on Instagram and Twitter. You can also find out more about him on his website.

God calls us to be a steward of His grand creation. That means planting seeds for the future — but our duty as stewards doesn’t stop there. Seeds need nurturing; they need our love, care, and faith to grow into something grand that adds to His greater glory.

In this episode of Kingdom Flow, we discuss what it means to plant a seed. What is a seed? What threatens our seed? How do we defend our seed from the Enemy — and sometimes protect our seed from ourselves? We'll answer these questions to help the Kingdom Flow through you and bring Heaven into the world today.

Being a goal-oriented person needs you to be more than completing tasks. It's about finding what your capabilities are and looking for a better way to do things. What can you learn? You can begin by aiming for just completion, but there's always something more to do.

Whatever you sow, you will reap. If you put in the effort to do something, don't give up on it. Consider Galatians 6:9 — "Let us not be weary in doing well, for in due season we shall reap if we faint not." Whatever you put in, whether it's a financial, physical, social, or spiritual investment, it will return; this is a principle of God's Word. Don't let the Enemy take it, and be sure to care for it yourself.

When you plant a seed you must nurture it. Teach your children to be compassionate and faithful; be a good steward of the temple God gave you. But be patient — give your seed time to grow.

You must be intentional about your seeds. Identify them — are they your children, a business, or something else? Do something for your seeds, and you’ll see the results of your nurturing. Defend it from the difficulties you face today so that your harvest does not suffer in the future.

[14:03] “It's about having the discipline and having the mentality that it's not about the completion of a task that makes me a goal-oriented person. Because that's not good enough for me, frankly, because when you hit that goal, there's always going to be something else.”

[20:41] “If you're not careful, the Enemy is not just going to try to take you out on big things. He's even here to steal your fun.”

[42:10] “When you plant a seed, and a couple of weeks later, you see just a little green? That’s what God does for us. He shows us a little bit of green to go, ‘Hey, it’s working. Keep going.’”

[50:28] “My family is not going to have to slay the giants that are already slayed by God. They will not slay the giants that have already slayed, because I'm putting it in today.”

Galatians 6:9

Romans 12:2

With so much going on in our lives, it can be easy to let the Sabbath slip by. But there is a reason why we must keep the Sabbath. Taking time out each week to rest, relax and remember your faith can have profound effects on your wellbeing.

In this episode, Ian and Kyle discuss the importance of the Sabbath and rest, and its spiritual and physical benefits. Join them as they talk about how to keep the Sabbath holy.

Here are some power takeaways from today’s conversation:

Highlights:

[06:53] Sticking to Resolutions

Start with one small thing, conquer it, then move on to the next. Next thing you know, your molehill has turned into a mountain. When you commit to something, you’ll find what you seek.

[11:03] Seeking Peace

The Kingdom of God represents peace and resting in the Lord. How are you putting yourself in a position where you can posture your heart to receive His gift of peace?

Resting does not mean simply doing nothing. You must actively do things that will ensure outward and inward peace. Curate your environment to align with the peace you’re seeking.

[18:11] The Importance of Rest

When we’re tired, we become tempted the most. So you need to take care of your physical health. Remember that the Sabbath is not negotiable.

Get help if needed to keep the Sabbath. God has called on you to do incredible things but you can’t do them if you are feeling tired and burned out. What could you do to fill your tank again? What do you enjoy that gives you life and rest?

[27:23] Being Still

Rest is God’s gift to man. Come to the Lord for rest because His burden is light. Make it a habit to be still every day for a few minutes to an hour to communicate with the Lord.

[36:31] Resting in God’s Presence

We have to rest in God’s Word. If you’re not reading the Bible, you cannot know God’s Will. Keep persisting and reading His Word. Be careful not to make reading the Bible a burden.

[42:36] How to Spend Sabbath

Carve out a 24-hour period as your Sabbath. During that time, do something that energizes you. Set aside time for prayer. Be intentional about spending Sabbath and resting.

Resources Mentioned:

Super Human by Dave Asprey

Fast This Way by Dave Asprey

Notable Quotes:

[21:35] “The Sabbath is not negotiable.”

[24:42] “God wants you to live this life and live it well.”

[47:39] “Faith comes by hearing, and hearing by the Word of God.”

[53:11] “You can sit, rest, receive peace, receive guidance, receive direction, receive clarity. But it’s got to be a priority.”

We need to be aligned with our spouse to keep our marriage healthy. And in God’s direction, any marriage can flourish and grow.

In this episode, Ian and Kyle are joined by their wives, Michaela and Lindsay, to talk about vulnerabilities and finding alignment as a couple. Join them as they talk about how to create a safe space as a couple through intentional conversations.

Here are some power takeaways from today’s conversation:

Highlights:

[01:46] Creating Alignment as a Couple

Often, couples can be frustrated with each other when they do not center their relationship on God. When your relationship with God is good, it also reflects the health of your marriage. It’s important to work on yourself daily and be around the people you want to model your marriage after.

[06:36] Taking Ownership of the Situation

You cannot change your partner’s mind, only yours. Taking ownership of certain aspects of a situation can transform your life. When difficult changes meet resistance in you and your partner, you can expect growth in the marriage. Don’t pull back when things start to get hard.

[09:44] Intentional Responses

As a stay-at-home mom, Michaela prioritizes having intentional pauses throughout her day. Taking the time to recoup and touch base with her faith helps her get into the right mindset to handle her kids.

[21:00] Intentional Time with your Spouse

Having a specific time and schedule to have vulnerable conversations with your spouse is important. One way to achieve this is by being intentional with date nights.

[29:47] Dealing with Blow ups

When your spouse opens up about their feelings, help them to process their emotions. As a couple, you can control the number of arguments you have when you give space for vulnerable emotions and conversations. Let your emotions out into the open and resolve them with grace.

[33:32] What Wives Desire from their Spouses

Michaela loves when Ian studies the Word. This practice makes her feel like they are going in the right direction in the relationship. You can protect and secure your marriage by being aligned with God. Knowing your spouse’s love language also shows you are intentional and focused on your marriage.

[38:16] Being Best Friends with Your Spouse

By creating a safe space and knowing the ins and outs of each other, you will naturally become best friends with your spouse. In a marriage, you are both doing life together. You are a team. It’s important to be in union with each other and with God.

Notable Quotes:

[03:11] “Now our marriage is soaring because I'm finding things in God that I was looking for in Ian.”

[07:04] “I'm going to continue praying for you, I can't change you, I can just take ownership over the things that I can control.”

[13:49] “We can use things externally to create that environment and create that atmosphere to allow us to submit our hearts and to make it easier to posture ourselves to allow the kingdom to truly flow through us.”

Resources Mentioned:

Extreme Ownership by Jocko Willink, Leif Babin