Relentless Pursuit Podcast

In this episode, veteran pastor Don Whalen reflects on over five decades of following Jesus, emphasizing the importance of being with Christ over simply doing for Him. With pastoral wisdom and honesty, he challenges followers of Jesus to move beyond surface-level faith and pursue a deeper, abiding walk that endures for the long haul.

What does it look like to stop playing the part and truly go all in with following Jesus? In this episode, Lucas Smith shares his journey from growing up around faith to fully surrendering his life to Christ in college. We talk about what changed, what it cost, and the joy and purpose he’s found on the other side. If you’ve ever felt stuck between knowing about Jesus and truly following Him, this conversation is for you.

In this episode, Tyler and Matt Whitsell explore the connection between finances and following Jesus, and how true financial freedom strengthens faith. Matt shares his personal journey of discipline, stewardship, and biblical conviction — showing that freedom isn’t about a bigger salary, but about aligning your money with God’s purposes. Together, they challenge listeners to see financial stewardship not as a side issue, but as a core part of discipleship that unlocks generosity, peace, and greater trust in Christ.

In this episode, Tyler and Hannah talk about how a life of discipleship is often shaped through simple, faithful steps of obedience — one yes at a time. Hannah shares her journey from Texas to Wyoming, the fears and growth that came with stepping into ministry roles,  and how serving others deepened her relationship with Christ. Together, they explore how God uses ordinary moments of surrender to bring lasting spiritual transformation at home, in the church, and in the lives of others.

What do we do when suffering and doubt comes surging to the forefront of our lives? Danny Smith walks us through his journey of doubt and suffering, church planting, and how God uses all things for our good; even suffering. 

Tim Keller's Sermon: Praying Our Tears - https://podcast.gospelinlife.com/e/praying-our-tears-1606379487/

What if your spiritual life wasn’t about trying harder, but ordering your days around grace? We explore what a rule of life is, how to build one, and how to work from God’s love—not for it.

In this episode I sit down with Matt to explore why he would move to Laramie, Wyoming to be a missionary, especially to the 12,000 students of UW. We talk the crazy fun times of having a wife and 7 kids. We finish with hearing a passionate call for God's kingdom to advance on the campus on UW and in Laramie as a whole. 

In this episode I sit down with Rondie Taylor to talk church planting, enduring suffering of intense health issues in his family, and his new job as State Missionary / Executive Director of Wyoming Southern Baptists. 

You'll be encouraged by a sincere and thoughtful approach to ministry and pastoral care.

In this episode Tyler talks with Jace Williamson about the elusive virtue of humility. Jace is a pastor at First Baptist Van Alstyne, one of our partner churches, and is a huge Tim Keller fan. Tyler & Jace discuss the gloriously short book: The Freedom of Self-Forgetfulness, by Tim Keller. 

Buy the book HERE