The Rugged Gospel

This conversation with Jaedyn Afaga covers her journey as a music artist, her creative process, the influence of social media on creativity, and the source of creativity. Jaedyn also discusses the importance of staying true to oneself and the purpose of creativity. The conversation covers topics such as the responsibility of gaining influence, the influence of Hawaiian culture, and the impact of culture on music. It also delves into the artist's hopes for her music and the message she wants to convey through her work.

Chapters

• 00:00 Introduction and Identity
• 01:32 Journey into Music and Creativity
• 06:34 Influence and Sound of Music
• 14:09 Creativity and Social Media
• 23:16 The Responsibility of Gaining Influence
• 24:18 Influence of Hawaiian Culture
• 31:32 Impact of Culture on Music

In this episode of The Rugged Gospel, we welcome back Kristen to discuss her new song 'Written in the Stars.' We explore the song's origins, the significance of open doors in faith, the meaning behind the song's title, and the challenges of trusting in God's plan. The conversation delves into personal stories, the importance of surrendering control to God, and the hope the song aims to provide for those feeling lost or uncertain about their future.

Why willpower fails, Self-help disappoints , and the Gospel actually transforms. In this episode we talk about why resolutions dint stick, why trying harder isn't the answer and how real change happens according to scripture.

We’re living in turbulent times. From the shocking assassination of Charlie Kirk, to the tragic killing of a Ukrainian woman, to the heartbreaking rise in school shootings AGAIN, it’s clear the world is shaking.

These aren’t random events—this is a wake-up call. God is shaking His Church, and a shift is already unfolding. The comfortable Christianity of yesterday won’t carry us through tomorrow.

But in the middle of the chaos, God is moving.

Tune in as we unpack what these events mean for the Body of Christ, the urgency, how the Church is being called to respond, and why this moment in history might be more significant than we realize.

Self-Centered Christianity is everywhere: churches turned into brands, cliques replacing community, and a gospel that makes me the center. In this Episode, we expose the problem and rediscover what it means to follow Jesus

On this episode our friend Dacia Dhillon come back on the pod to talk on Mentorship. We go into the need for mentors today, what to look for in a mentor, becoming a mentor and so much more!

In this Intro Episode to our Series The State of The Church i do a quick intro into the topics we will be covering over the next few weeks!

After a season of reflection, prayer and refining, The Rugged Gospel is back. And this time we're not playing it safe.

This is a very short update but i share the shift in direction and what you can expect moving forward.

This next chapter wont be easy but it will be worth it.

On this episode we talk about the Inauguration of President Trump as the 47th president of the United States. Speak on trust, making of an idol, immigration and more!

Think America is not hungry for God? Think again! On this episode i interview Evangelist Braden Andersen he speaks to us on evangelism and gives us more insight on what he's done with Jesus Tent Revival!