What does it mean to build your life on Jesus Christ?

In the very first episode of Like a Rock, host Connor sits down with bestselling author and former Revival host David Butler for an honest conversation about faith, purpose, identity, failure, and the foundation that carries us through life's hardest moments.

Connor shares the unexpected journey that led him to hosting this new show, why Helaman 5:12 has become his family's life scripture, and how one verse from Luke 22 quite literally saved his life.

Whether you're searching for direction, struggling to find purpose, or simply looking for hope, this conversation is for you.

If this episode encouraged you, be sure to Like, Subscribe, and share it with someone who needs the reminder that they can keep going.

CHAPTERS

0:00 – A New Beginning
2:28 – How Connor Became the Host of Like a Rock
6:38 – The Poem That Shaped Connor's Life
11:10 – Why "Like a Rock?" (Helaman 5:12)
13:25 – Welcome David Butler
15:45 – Lessons from Revival
19:12 – Finding Purpose in Christ
26:48 – Identity vs. Purpose
34:15 – Why Failure Is Part of Growth
40:22 – Christ Strengthens Us Through Our Pain
47:10 – Connor's Personal Testimony
51:15 – Final Thoughts with David Butler
53:30 – Luke 22 & The Angels That Strengthened Christ
57:18 – Connor's Story of Depression & Hope
1:01:20 – Remember to Stay Like a Rock

In this episode:

• Why faith provides both identity and purpose
• What David Butler learned from years hosting Revival
• Why perfection keeps so many people stuck
• The relationship between failure and growth
• Finding meaning in suffering
• Luke 22 and the angel who strengthened Christ
• Connor's personal experience with depression and hope
• How building your life on Christ changes everything

Scripture References

• John 10:10
• Helaman 5:12
• Luke 22:42–43

Thank you for being here.

My hope is that Like a Rock becomes a place where honest conversations strengthen faith, encourage hope, and remind each of us that we can build something beautiful with Jesus Christ as our foundation.

Remember to stay like a rock.

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Meet Connor Checketts. Welcome to Like a Rock.

Every person has a foundation.

On this new weekly podcast from Good News Brand, Connor Checketts sits down with inspiring guests to explore the experiences, faith, and defining moments that have shaped who they are—and how Jesus Christ has become the foundation they've built their lives upon.

In this introduction episode, Connor shares a little about his own story: growing up in Utah, his career as a photographer and filmmaker, his love of sports, and most importantly, the purpose behind Like a Rock.

Inspired by Helaman 5:12, the name Like a Rock reminds us that when our foundation is built on Jesus Christ, we can withstand life's storms. Through honest conversations, personal stories, and meaningful testimony, this podcast is about discovering what truly anchors us.

Whether you're navigating challenges, strengthening your faith, or simply looking for uplifting conversations, we hope this show encourages you to build your life on the only sure foundation.




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