The Something Different Podcast

In this episode, Pastor Craig interviews Ana Julia, a 21-year-old missionary from Brazil who is currently serving in Guinea-Bissau. During her four-day visit to The Bridge, she inspired both students and adults with stories of God’s miracles, her fervent prayer life, and her heart for the nations.

In this Valentine’s Day–inspired episode, Pastor Craig sits down with his wife, Becky, and Jenny Schmidt for an honest conversation about marriage; why it's hard—and why Christian marriage requires choices and attitudes that don't often don't come naturally to us.

In this episode, Pastor Craig sits down with Luke Yetter the morning after Luke served as a guest speaker at The Bridge. Luke shares more of the story behind his incredible journey—rising from financial poverty to early retirement at just 34 years old. But what seemed like the ultimate success quickly revealed a deeper struggle: relational poverty. Luke opens up about the unexpected emptiness he experienced and how, in that broken place, he encountered God in a powerful and life-changing way. Now Luke is now on mission to help people grow in loving both God and others.

Season 2 kicks off with Pastor Craig and Pastor Marty sitting down for one of the most honest, hopeful conversations we’ve had yet. From fresh snowfall and fresh starts to rededication moments (and even a nose-job story), this episode sets the tone for a new year of depth, substance, and expectancy.

Together, they look back at “2025 Wrapped” and dream toward 2026, asking what it really means for our church to grow from “101 to 201.” They unpack why many church plants stall out, what it looks like to cultivate true vocational calling, and how to move beyond simply offering “relevant messages” into something more—something authentic, Spirit-led, and rooted.

Pastor Craig and Pastor Marty dive into the tension of being “deep and wide,” exploring a church culture that is both word and spirit… mystic and liturgy… sacrament and supernatural. They talk churn, comfort, disruption, and the kind of significance that doesn’t always look like “taking hills.”

Let’s become a 201 church together.

In this episode of the SDP, Pastor Marty + Craig discuss what it means to be “on mission.” They share about the significance of mission trips, including benefits such as commitment, obedience, fasting from routine, gaining new perspectives, building relationships, and the spiritual and personal growth that can result from participating in mission trips.

The Something Different Podcast covers a wide range of topics related to faith, family, leadership, and the good life. Sometimes funny, sometimes serious, but always authentic and for sure something different. Our hope is to share practical thoughts about the intersection of faith and life. Tune in on the first Tuesday of every month to hear faith building conversations that aim to inspire and energize your journey!

For more info, resources, and access to past episodes, please visit: somethingdifferent.cc

In this episode of the SDP, Pastor Craig + Darik are joined by Pastor Cub, Ottumwa’s campus pastor, and discuss what it looks like to lead in situations when you’r not in charge. They take a look at real life scenarios, work and home related, and touch on ways we can do this well, how we can learn and improve, and ultimately, become leaders who are influencing people towards the right thing no matter what position we’re in! 

The Something Different Podcast covers a wide range of topics related to faith, family, leadership, and the good life. Sometimes funny, sometimes serious, but always authentic and for sure something different. Our hope is to share practical thoughts about the intersection of faith and life. Tune in on the first Tuesday of every month to hear faith building conversations that aim to inspire and energize your journey!

For more info, resources, and access to past episodes, please visit: somethingdifferent.cc

In this episode of the SDP, Pastor Marty, Joined as usual by his friends Pastor Craig + Darik, discuss the topic of “Year End Review.” Tune in and get some insight into how you can look back at your year in a way that sets you up for future momentum 

Resources:

https://thebridgechurch.cc/year-end-review

Episode Summary: “Year End Review”

Authenticity: Emphasizing the importance of being true to oneself and living out one's true identity.

Identity in Christ: For Christians, understanding and embracing one's identity in Christ is crucial for authenticity.

Vulnerability: Being open and vulnerable is necessary for authenticity, but it should be done appropriately and in safe environments.

Healthy Boundaries: Establishing and maintaining healthy boundaries to prevent burnout and ensure one remains true to oneself.

Emotional Intelligence: Developing emotional intelligence to better understand oneself and manage relationships with others effectively.

The Something Different Podcast covers a wide range of topics related to faith, family, leadership, and the good life. Sometimes funny, sometimes serious, but always authentic and for sure something different. Our hope is to share practical thoughts about the intersection of faith and life. Tune in on the first Tuesday of every month to hear faith building conversations that aim to inspire and energize your journey!

For more info, resources, and access to past episodes, please visit: somethingdifferent.cc

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In this episode of the SDP, Pastor Marty and his wife Jenny, share thoughts the importance of being authentic. 

Episode Summary: “The Importance Of Being Authentic”

Authenticity: The importance of being authentic, which involves living out one's true identity and knowing oneself deeply, including strengths, weaknesses, and unique qualities.

Journey and Past Experiences: Understanding one's journey and past experiences is crucial in developing authenticity. This includes acknowledging both positive and negative experiences that have shaped who you are.

Vulnerability: Being authentic requires vulnerability, which means being open about one's struggles and imperfections in appropriate settings.

Boundaries and Emotional Intelligence: Establishing healthy boundaries and developing emotional intelligence are essential for maintaining authenticity. This involves understanding and managing one's emotions and interactions with others. 

Spiritual Identity: For Christians, knowing one's identity in Christ is fundamental to being authentic. This includes understanding that each person is uniquely created by God with a specific purpose and plan.

The Something Different Podcast covers a wide range of topics related to faith, family, leadership, and the good life. Sometimes funny, sometimes serious, but always authentic and for sure something different. Our hope is to share practical thoughts about the intersection of faith and life. Tune in on the first Tuesday of every month to hear faith building conversations that aim to inspire and energize your journey!

For more info, resources, and access to past episodes, please visit: somethingdifferent.cc

In this episode of the SDP, Pastor Marty, Craig, and Darik share thoughts and wisdom on money. Too often, this quickly becomes a loaded topic, but they guys break it down in a practical way that gives you ideas on how you can win with your finances. 

Episode Resources:

Every Dollar App - Dave Ramsey Financial Solutions

https://www.ramseysolutions.com/ramseyplus/everydollar?gad_source=1&gbraid=0AAAAADJkv4Kd-T5c2VBvNkUa9Iq2mGWl4&gclid=Cj0KCQjw3vO3BhCqARIsAEWblcBmVJh01uxtV_5sv9gQFmX7zDPiNh7znD7VhM5cUYIooxJbsnL9DGoaAo72EALw_wcB

Pastor Marty’s Show Notes + list of 25 financial principles that

https://storage2.snappages.site/5GTJFG/assets/files/SDP_Episode_07_Show-Notes.pdf

Episode Summary: “Money Thoughts”

1. Track Your Money: Use tools like the EveryDollar app to monitor your spending and understand where your money is going. 

2. Set Financial Goals: Establish clear financial goals to guide your spending and saving habits.

3. Get Out of Debt: Prioritize paying off debt, distinguishing between good debt (like a mortgage) and bad debt (like credit card debt). 

4. Establish an Emergency Fund: Save up to $1,000 initially, then aim for three months of living expenses to cover unexpected costs. 

5. Be Generous: Practice generosity and consider giving as an essential part of your financial plan, reflecting a mindset of abundance rather than scarcity.

The Something Different Podcast covers a wide range of topics related to faith, family, leadership, and the good life. Sometimes funny, sometimes serious, but always authentic and for sure something different. Our hope is to share practical thoughts about the intersection of faith and life. Tune in on the first Tuesday of every month to hear faith building conversations that aim to inspire and energize your journey!

For more info, resources, and access to past episodes, please visit: somethingdifferent.cc