Purpose Filled Ambitions

In this episode of Purpose-Filled Ambitions, I sit down with Trey Morrison for a raw and powerful conversation about faith, identity, discipline, and what it truly means to live with Christ at the center.

Trey shares his journey from lifelong atheism, addiction, and chasing success to a radical encounter with Jesus that completely transformed his life. From losing his identity in sports, fitness, and business to finding true purpose in Christ, Trey opens up about hitting rock bottom, experiencing divine intervention, and why “lukewarm Christianity” is one of the biggest struggles facing believers today.

We dive deep into faith-based leadership, personal branding, fitness as stewardship, building a Christ-centered business, and why discipline without God will always fall short. Trey challenges listeners to rethink success, accountability, and what it actually looks like to live out Christian values—not just talk about them.

This episode is honest, challenging, and encouraging for anyone wrestling with identity, faith, or ambition and wanting to align their goals with God’s purpose.

🎧 Topics covered:

• From atheism to faith in Christ

• Identity, discipline, and hidden idols

• Faith-based fitness and stewardship

• Personal branding and integrity

• Business, leadership, and accountability

• Why happiness isn’t the same as peace

If you’re serious about growth, faith, and purpose—this episode is for you.

Episode 16 of Purpose Filled Ambitions features a powerful conversation with Chad Glover, leader of Paradigm Young Adult Ministry. The episode opens with reflections on Charlie Kirk’s death and the divided reactions online, sparking a discussion on boldness, faith, and navigating a culture shaped by 20-second clips. Chad shares his journey into ministry, the mission of Paradigm to equip young adults with bold faith, and the importance of holding “a Bible in one hand and your social feed in the other.” Together, Jack and Chad explore cultural polarization, fear, deception on social media, and the need for courage rooted in Christ. The episode closes with encouragement to embrace God’s promises, lean on His presence in pain, and boldly live out purpose-filled faith in a broken world

In this powerful episode of Purpose Filled Ambitions, I sit down with Ty Williams—athlete, preacher’s kid, and spiritual leader in the making—for an honest and vulnerable conversation about identity, purpose, and what truly satisfies.Ty opens up about growing up in a competitive, Christ-centered family, his rise as the top running back in Missouri, and the moment he realized that even athletic greatness couldn’t fill the void in his heart. From throwing touchdowns to being baptized under the stars at an FCA event, Ty shares how God transformed his goals and gave him a greater purpose.You’ll hear about:What it’s like growing up as a pastor’s kid in the Williams familyTy’s record-breaking senior football season—and why it still left him emptyTwo near-death experiences that showed him God wasn’t done with his storyThe difference between chasing success and chasing significanceWhy our gifts are meant to glorify God, not ourselvesHow grace, identity, and calling intersect for young athletes and believersWhether you're an athlete, a student, or someone just trying to figure out your “why,” this episode will inspire you to refocus your ambitions around a purpose that truly lasts.

🎙️ Purpose-Filled Ambitions – Episode: “The Walker Way with Bob Walker”This episode features Bob Walker, Chairman of Walker Manufacturing, a family-owned company known for building high-quality commercial lawn mowers used around the world. The conversation was inspired by a past guest who recommended The Walker Way, Bob's book about purpose, legacy, leadership, and faith in business.Bob shares powerful insights from his journey—growing up on a Kansas farm, discovering his calling to be a Christian businessman, and eventually leading a multigenerational company. He unpacks what it means to love people and use money, how faith shapes leadership decisions, and how Walker Manufacturing remained true to its values through seasons of adversity, including the Great Recession and COVID-19.Key highlights:The story behind The Walker Way and founding principles of Walker ManufacturingNavigating crisis while staying anchored in biblical valuesBuilding a company culture rooted in purpose and long-term impactBalancing innovation with tradition in a family-run businessEmbracing growth as an outcome, not the ultimate goalBob’s reflections offer encouragement and wisdom for leaders who want to build something meaningful, faithful, and lasting.📚 The Walker Way is available on walker.com, Amazon, and Audible (narrated by Bob himself).🎧 Tune in now to hear what it looks like to lead a company with integrity, legacy, and a higher calling.Link to buy the book - https://walkerware.com/collections/the-walker-way #faithinbusiness #leadership #purposedriven #walkermowers #TheWalkerWay #christianbusiness #purposefilledambitions

In this episode, I sit down with my cousin, Annabelle Totta, to talk through her powerful story of faith, resilience, and hope.Annabelle was diagnosed with cancer in 2023, just before starting college at Truman State. She shares what it was like going from a student-athlete to a patient, how her faith carried her through treatment, and what it’s been like stepping into a new season of life—one where she’s still growing, healing, and finding purpose.We talk about:-Letting go of her identity as a soccer player-The physical and emotional toll of chemo and surgeries-How God showed up in the small and big moments-What it meant to be honored at the Messi game in KC-Why Counting My Blessings became her anthem-The power of community when you're in the fight of your life You’ll walk away encouraged and reminded that even in the hardest seasons, there’s light, joy, and purpose to be found.Let me know what stuck with you—and if this podcast is speaking to you, hit that like button and subscribe!

In this episode, I’m joined by two great friends, Avery and Tessa. We talk about life, leadership, and how their faith shows up in the middle of it all.Avery leads worship at VCC and is currently in college working toward nursing school. Tessa is a preschool teacher and also serves as the kids pastor at VCC. We dig into how they balance everything, what ministry looks like for them right now, and how friendship plays a role in keeping things real.It’s a fun, honest convo with some laughs and meaningful takeaways.Let me know your favorite part—and if you're enjoying the podcast, hit that like button and subscribe!

In this episode, I sit down with Seth Drehle-Ewan—a real estate investor, business owner, and legacy builder out of Fort Collins, Colorado. Seth shares how he and his brother started their land investing company back in college, how his family’s 300-acre farm shaped his journey, and what it was like selling that land to a developer while preserving its history.We also dive into his powerful weight loss journey, the mindset shifts that came with it, and how discipline, clarity, and daily wins play a role in both business and life. Seth opens up about using AI tools, navigating the ups and downs of entrepreneurship, and staying rooted in your values through it all.This one is packed with wisdom, perspective, and practical advice for anyone building something meaningful. Let’s get into it.

In this episode of Purpose-Filled Ambitions, I sit down with Noah Diffley, a young professional navigating the transition from college life to a career in financial planning. Noah shares his journey from Missouri State University to the real world, discussing the challenges of adjusting to adult responsibilities, overcoming perfectionism, and finding purpose beyond performance metrics.

We dive deep into topics like staying grounded in your values in a numbers-driven industry, building resilience through failure, and the importance of faith in navigating life's transitions. Noah opens up about his personal faith journey, how preparing for marriage has deepened his relationship with God, and practical ways to live out your faith authentically in the workplace.

Whether you're in your twenties feeling overwhelmed, seeking encouragement to stay rooted in your purpose, or just looking for real, relatable insight on balancing ambition with contentment, this conversation is packed with wisdom, honesty, and hope.

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This week I sat down with Calvin Hays, co-founder of The Bunker Gym KC, opening soon in Independence, MO 💪From dreaming in college dorm rooms to building a gym that’s "built by lifters for lifters," Calvin shares the full story—how he and his team overcame obstacles, stayed grounded in their purpose, and created a space focused on community, purpose, and discipline.We dive into:The motivation behind starting a gymWhat it really takes to go from idea to executionStaying purpose-driven while navigating logistics and setbacksWhy environment is everything in a gymThe power of surrounding yourself with like-minded people🎉 Grand Opening: April 26th📍 Independence, MO📱 Follow @thebunkerKC for updates#PurposeFilledAmbitions #TheBunkerKC #Entrepreneurship #GymLife #StartUpJourney #FaithAndFitness

This episode was awesome. I came across Julio randomly on TikTok Live—dude was mid-workout and I could just tell right away he was different. Had to get him on the pod.

Julio shares how he went from being on dialysis at 18, super sick and stuck, to now being healthy, fit, and helping other people take control of their health too. His mindset, his story, and just the way he lives with intention… it’s inspiring.

We talked about:

• how his health scare changed everything

• simple ways to actually stick to nutrition goals

• what it really looks like to start your own thing

• learning to trust God through the darkest seasons

• using your story to impact others

Julio’s been through it—and now he’s turning it into purpose. Hope y’all get something from this one.

📲 Follow Julio: @rescue.my.plate
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