More To The Story

What's the most amazing thing you've ever seen? Maybe your top ten most incredible sights would beat mine. For me, my list isn't all that impressive: I recently saw a bald eagle dive for a fish in a lake while it was raining. Not uncommon, but a neat sight. A few months ago, I took […]

Episode Overview Kitchen reflects on the surreal experience of witnessing humanity's return to the moon, specifically following the four astronauts who launched on April 1, 2026. He discusses the mission’s milestones, including the crew breaking the record for the farthest distance traveled in space—surpassing the previous record held by Apollo 13—while on the far side of the […]

In this episode, Lucas Kitchen, Shawn Lazar, and Dane Allen tackle the profound tension between the visible world we struggle through and the eternal reality we are promised. Centered on 2 Corinthians 4:18, the trio explores how "shifting your perspective" isn't just a mental exercise, but a vital lifeline for those enduring "light affliction" and suffering. They dive deep into the moral […]

Discover the powerful, untold story behind "The Deep," the opening track on Lucas Kitchen's latest album. If you are interested in the intersection of real-world ministry and songwriting, this episode offers valuable insights into how complex emotional experiences evolve into art. You will hear why Kitchen chose authenticity over perfection by deciding to sing the vocals himself […]

In this episode, Lucas Kitchen, Shawn Lazar, and Dane Allen engage in a spirited, multi-layered discussion regarding the primary purpose of the Gospel of John. The conversation explores whether the book was written as a purely evangelistic document intended to bring unbelievers to faith , or if its purpose is broader, encompassing the discipleship and spiritual deepening of the church. The hosts examine key passages, specifically the […]

Join Lucas Kitchen, Shawn Lazar, and Dane Allen as they engage in a lively and transparent podcast to discuss a core issue within Free Grace theology: the precise nature of the saving message. The central point of debate revolves around the phrase, "Believe in Jesus for eternal life." Shawn, who has been working on an […]

In this episode, Lucas dives deep into a topic of Christian living: debt. Is borrowing a lack of faith? Are loans inherently unspiritual—or even sinful? Drawing from Scripture, historical context, and modern financial realities, Lucas unpacks what the Bible actually says about lending, borrowing, cosigning, and the nature of wise stewardship. Whether you’ve struggled with debt, wrestled with […]

Has the church gotten its priorities backward? In this message, Lucas Kitchen kicks things off with a hilarious story about a basketball coach who is more concerned with the fans in the stands than the players on his team. This funny "out of whack" parable sets the stage for a challenging look at our own […]

In this thoughtful and heartfelt conversation, Lucas Kitchen sits down with Paeter Frandsen, the creator behind Christian Geek Central, to explore what it means to live at the intersection of faith and fandom. They unpack the evolving definition of “geek,” from its circus origins to its modern embrace of passionate niche interests, and discuss how geek culture often overlaps […]

Lucas is back with another ramble full of travel mishaps, unexpected friendships, and one very questionable online purchase. Fresh from a trip to Phoenix for the Free Grace Alliance Conference, he reflects on reconnecting with fellow believers, forging new ministry relationships, and rediscovering the joy of giving away books instead of selling them. Along the […]