No Sanity Required

Merry Christmas! We hope you’re all enjoying Christmas day and spending time with your families. In this episode, Brody reads through some Scripture of Jesus’s coming. Let’s take time today to thank the Lord for sending His Son to the world to save us from our sins.

Matthew 1

Luke 2 

Matthew 2

25 Christmas Hymns You Should Listen to This Year

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In this bonus episode, Brody and JB talk all things Santa—sharing funny stories about how they found out and using them to explore what Christmas traditions teach kids about belief, trust, and faith. Brody explains why his family moved away from presenting Santa as real and how making Santa an all-knowing figure can blur important lines for children.

Instead of going all in or opting out, they offer a middle path: keep the fun, tell the truth early, and keep Christ and generosity at the center of the holiday season by using these practical tips for making the shift without unnecessary tension.

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See Advent in a whole new way! In this episode, Brody and JB unpack the previous episode's sermon, exploring why Jesus’ genealogy matters and how Advent reveals unexpected depth. Brody traces Jesus’ baptism, genealogy, and wilderness temptation, showing a Savior who stands with sinners and confronts evil head-on, all pointing back to the promise in Isaiah 9.

We see how grace is woven through Jesus’ lineage in the stories of Rahab, Tamar, and Ruth. For anyone carrying wounds, facing injustice, or longing for hope, Advent shows a God who enters our story, bears our burdens, and promises a kingdom of lasting peace.

Red Oak Church

Jesus and His Crazy Grandmas | Rahab

Jesus and His Crazy Grandmas | Tamar

Jesus and His Crazy Grandmas | Ruth

God of Ruth, God of Now

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Brody explores Jesus’ genealogy in Matthew 1 and connects it with Isaiah 9, seeing how God keeps His promises through broken and unexpected people. From Tamar, Rahab, and Ruth to Mary, We see how Jesus’ family line tells a story of grace, mercy, and faithfulness in the middle of human failure. Brody also looks at the titles given to Jesus in Isaiah, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace, and what they reveal about the kind of King He is. This Advent series from Red Oak offers hope for anyone who wonders if their past disqualifies them and points us toward the coming kingdom marked by peace, justice, and righteousness.

Red Oak Church

Jesus and His Crazy Grandmas | Rahab

Jesus and His Crazy Grandmas | Tamar

Jesus and His Crazy Grandmas | Ruth

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In this episode, Brody gives an honest look at the medical crisis involving Greg Helms, starting with the ministry work that brought Greg and Kilby to Uganda. He then walks through Greg’s sudden collapse, hours of convulsions, an induced coma, and the desperate search for answers.

Brody cuts through the early chaos and misinformation and follows the unexpected path that led to Greg’s emergency evacuation and specialized care at Duke. Through every step, God’s sovereignty has been evident in the provision, timing, and support they received. Greg is recovering, next steps are underway, and Kilby and Greg express deep gratitude for the prayers and encouragement that have helped sustained them in this difficult season.

Greg and Kilby's Ministry

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Brody pauses before the holiday rush to look at the small, steady habits that actually shape a grateful life. He shares childhood holiday memories and the new traditions he and Little are building with their family. He also highlights recent guests, gives Snowbird updates, and previews our upcoming interview with Abby West, a Las Vegas CSI agent whose faith and fieldwork offer remarkable insight.

Whether your season looks familiar or completely different this year, simple traditions still matter—­a verse, a prayer, a weekly meal—small rhythms that anchor busy lives and point us back to God’s new mercies each morning.

STAYING FAITHFUL IN THE FBI | CLAY HICKS (PARTS 1-2)

Her Loss is Great, But God is Greater | No Sanity Story

An Athlete’s Identity Crisis and an Unexpected Pregnancy | Interview with Gwyn Andrews

Martyred, But Not Silenced | The Price of Making Jesus Known in a Muslim Country

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• Pure + Holy

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In this Part 2 episode, Gwyn picks up right where she left off—right after whispering to her teammate, “I’m pregnant.” She shares candidly about the fear, shock, and sense that her life was beginning to unravel.

We follow Gwyn through her hidden months at home and the way Scripture, research, and a refusal to take easy answers slowly shaped her path toward open adoption. She opens up about the doubts and questions that surfaced as her due date approached and the weight of the decisions she had to make.

Now, watching her daughter flourish, Gwyn steps into advocacy with conviction and grace. This episode offers an honest, hope-filled look at unplanned pregnancy, the reality of open adoption, and the courage it takes to choose a future bigger than fear.

An Athlete’s Identity Crisis and an Unexpected Pregnancy | Interview with Gwyn Andrews

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Growing up as a pastor’s kid and a standout athlete gave Gwyn a strong sense of identity...or at least it seemed that way. But once she left for college, the structure she’d relied on fell away, creating space for secrecy, fear, and choices she never imagined facing, including sexual compromise and the consideration of abortion.

We talk candidly about the gap between cultural Christianity and genuine discipleship, the isolation that drives hidden decisions, and how easy it is to drift into serious territory without anyone noticing. Everything shifted for Gwyn when a stranger speaks a truth no one else had dared to say, confronting Gwyn’s assumptions and pushing her to reexamine responsibility, identity, and the path she was on.

This conversation is honest, grounded, and shaped by grace. It’s about being interrupted by truth, choosing integrity over image, and discovering conviction when the stakes are high.

Winter Youth Retreats 

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In this episode, Clay and Brenda Hicks share a candid look at marriage, family, and faith under the weight of a high-risk calling. Clay shares some unbelievable stories from his years in federal law enforcement, while Brenda offers perspective on holding a home together when his job is unpredictable. Together, they reflect on the tension between danger and devotion and how God’s sovereignty provides stability when everything else feels uncertain.

They speak honestly about building unity in marriage amid pressure, protecting their kids’ peace, and learning to rest in God’s control when outcomes can’t be managed. It’s a grounded conversation about resilience, obedience, and the steadying presence of faith when life refuses to stay steady.

Staying Faithful in the FBI (Parts 1&2)

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Clay Hicks joins us again to talk through the hard-earned lessons that shaped his understanding of God’s sovereignty in the midst of chaos. From active shooter responses to years embedded with special operations, Clay shares how faith and humility kept him grounded when nothing was certain. We explore what it means to trust providence without surrendering responsibility and how Clay made decisions with a conscience anchored in something higher. This episode is a grounded conversation about moral clarity, justice, and the sovereignty of God on the front lines and in everyday life.

Staying Faithful in the FBI | Interview with Clay Hicks

No Sanity Stories | Gospel Hope Through Combat & Trauma pt. 1

25-Day Advent Bible Study

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