W. Paul Young, author of “The Shack” joined us on The StoryField.

We had a deeply honest conversation with Paul touching some major parts of his story:

• growing up as a missionary kid.
• surviving abuse and generational wounds.
• the first time he told the truth after getting caught in an affair.
• the long journey into healing, trust and presence. 

Join us for this amazing interview with Paul Young where we explored some other ideas that could change your life -

Expectations: why releasing expectations frees relationships.

Trusting God: how living in the moment is the heart of real trust and how to move from control to healthy trust.

Grace: for the moment.

Responsibility: is not what has been taught; it’s really the “ability to respond”.

And, of course we learned the surprising origin of The Shack.

Why listen: This episode is for anyone wrestling with shame, control, or the fear-driven future-trip. Paul’s hard-won wisdom invites a life of present-tense trust, radical honesty, and deeper, safer relationships.

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The One With Matt Chandler — From a troubled, performance-driven childhood to a life shaped by grace.

Pastor Matt Chandler tells his slow, unhurried story: how an unlikely friendship and a youth camp encounter led to a life in Christ, the winding path into vocational ministry, and the rhythms that sustain him. 

Matt reflects on the effectual call that changed him at 17, early ministry in small Texas churches, the formation of the Waiting Room  Ministries with Shane & Shane, and the surprising journey that lead him to an almost extinct church which has now become a highly influential, life-changing church now known as “The Village Church” with regular attendance of thousands weekly. 

Matt is executive chairman of Acts 29, a global church-planting network; a clear, gospel-centered preacher; an author, speaker, and podcast host. 

Listen today and hear wisdom from Matt who has helped believers follow Jesus for decades. Matt would encourage you to exchange performance for affection and presence with Jesus.  

For more information about Matt and The Village Church visit www.thevillagechurch.net

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Join Micah as he sits down with Mandy Hedrick, owner of MJ Designs and Marketing, for an insightful conversation on the power of marketing for small businesses. 

In this episode, they break down the unique quirks of different social media platforms and share practical, real-world tips for new business owners looking to make the most of their marketing efforts. Mandy offers her expert perspective on navigating the ever-changing world of digital marketing and highlights why consistency and genuine engagement are key to building a brand online.

Whether you’re just starting out or looking to refresh your marketing approach, this episode is packed with honest advice and encouragement. Micah and Mandy also dive into the realities of entrepreneurship—reminding listeners that growth takes time and setbacks are part of the journey. Tune in for inspiration, actionable strategies, and a reminder to keep chasing your business dreams with both passion and a practical mindset!

If you’d like to connect with Mandy or learn more about her services, you can visit MJ Designs and Marketing or reach out to her directly at [email protected]. She’s always happy to help fellow entrepreneurs take their marketing to the next level!

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Join us for an incredible interview on The Storyfield where Aaron Young shares his journey from an abusive, approval-driven childhood through struggles in marriage, ministry, and personal sin, including his wife’s long-term affair with his good friend.

In this amazing episode of Hope, you will see how community, accountability, and faith paved the way for God to completely restore his marriage. 

After walking through recovery groups, discipleship, and mutual vulnerability, Aaron and his bride now a lead marriage-reconciliation ministry and offer counseling to other couples. 

If you have ever needed an episode showing there is hope for your marriage; even in horrible circumstances like adultery, you must listen in today.

This amazing couple would want you to hear this message - God redeems pain and community is essential for healing.

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What does it really mean to be “attached” to God—and why do so many of us feel disconnected even while doing all the “right” spiritual things?

In this episode, counselor and pastor Phil Herndon shares his journey from “churchianity” in Marietta, Georgia, through addiction, marital struggle, and inner chaos, to sobriety and a deeper experience of attachment to God. He talks about his path into counseling, his work at the Center for Professional Excellence, and his partnership with Tin Man, where he helps leaders and pastors who are burned out, addicted, or emotionally shut down.

Phil explains how the brain is wired for protection, how trauma and unprocessed grief keep us stuck, and why lament—especially as seen in Scripture—is a kind of “cheat code” to attachment. He unpacks the eight core emotions (anger, hurt, lonely, sadness, fear, guilt, shame, and gladness) and shows how they act as a transport system to bring our stories into the light and reconnect us to God and others.

We also explore what real courage looks like: staying present, being vulnerable again, and letting trusted people into the painful parts of our story. If you’ve ever felt spiritually numb, emotionally shut down, or stuck in patterns you can’t explain, this conversation offers language, hope, and a practical path back to connection.

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Phillip Warren entered prison at 22 and walked out at 45 after 23.5 years for murder. In this raw, unfiltered episode of The Story Field, Phillip shares his spiral from a broken home, teenage rebellion, and a fateful night of rage to a life-altering encounter with Christ inside maximum-security walls. 

Hear how God met him in the pit—while he was still digging—and the jaw-dropping moment the victim's grieving parents offered not just forgiveness, but a job and a future. 

From parole setbacks to sobriety, fatherhood, and a marriage transformed by grace, Phillip’s story is proof: no pit is too deep for God to reach, and no past disqualifies you from His better plan. 

If you’re hopeless, hurting, or just need hope—email [email protected]

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Chuck Gschwend, co-founder of the Eden Project, shares his journey from attorney to minister and how his calling led him to help others connect deeply with God and each other. The Eden Project offers free resources, retreats, and small group experiences to nurture spiritual growth and authentic relationships.

In this episode, Chuck discusses the “God gap”—the disconnect many people feel between knowing about God and truly experiencing His goodness. He offers practical steps for bridging this gap, like honest self-reflection, simple daily prayers, and embracing our neediness as a path to deeper intimacy with God.

Listeners will discover that real spiritual transformation comes through loving relationships and honest connection, not just more information. Chuck encourages practices like emotions check-ins and solitude, reminding us that God’s love is unwavering and available to us right now, no matter where we are on our journey.

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Ryan Hurt joined us today on The StoryField.

In the small town of Lingleville, Texas (166 residents as of the last census) you will find this church:   Lingleville Baptist Church.

You will find Ryan Hurt preaching each Sunday to a crowd of around 1,200 people.

Ryan doesn’t look like your typically small-town Baptist preacher with his full arm sleeve tattoos.  And, he certainly doesn’t have a typical story about how the Lord used him to grow a church from 38 people to 1,200 in regular attendance in a town with only 166 residents.

Join us today for a CRAZY journey known as Ryan’s life which includes playing professional country music; snorting line after line of cocaine in hopes he didn’t wake up the next day; to the drunk driving car wreck that started the transformation which landed Ryan on the stage of a church each week.

Ryan prays all the time for the Lord to not let him lose his first love – Jesus and his amazing grace.  

Join us for this amazing story of God’s goodness and all the cool things He is doing out in Lingleville!  Ryan would want you to come as you are and receive the love of Jesus.

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Roland Warren joined us today on The StoryField.

He has been fighting for over 20 years to end abortion and is the author of an incredible new book entitled: The Alternative to Abortion: Why We Must Be Pro Abundant Life.  You can order it HERE.

Roland is the President and CEO of Care Net.  He is a graduate of both Princeton and the Wharton School of Business and has spent 20 years in the corporate world before serving as president of the National Fatherhood Initiative then Care Net.

We asked Roland a hard question to kick the interview off:  

As a person who is a huge advocate for life – how in the world do you engage with a pro-choice person?

Join us for this incredible interview where Roland unpacks some big topics like:

• what it means to love your “neighbor” – in context of abortion.
• how the Great Commandment and Great Commission play a huge role in the abortion conversation.
• why we must include fathers when helping in unplanned pregnancies.
• why pro-abundant life approach to abortion alternatives creates amazing transformation.

Do you know what God did in response to the most celebrated unplanned pregnancy ever?  He created a family. Let’s help do the same!

 Listen in today as Roland helps us understand this incredible alternative to abortion - Pro Abundant Life.  

Want more information about Roland?  Check out his website here: https://rolandcwarren.com/ 

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Emily Edwards joined us today on The StoryField.

Join us for a great story of Emily’s journey from being recruited by 70 colleges to play basketball; to tearing her ACL which changed the course of her career.

Emily is a licensed Physical Therapist and is the Director of the Corporate Wellness program at Veritas Wellness. She also is a Wellness Navigator for Veritas.

Veritas provides a lot of great information about the 4 main pillars of health:

• Peace 
• Movement
• Hydration
• Nutrition

Emily is the Movement expert. Recent studies have concluded that sitting is the new smoking – it can be that harmful to your body.

Listen today for some practical and helpful tips on the basic things a person can do which will make a big difference to transform their lives.  Some are really practical, like-

• Go for a walk outside.
• Set a timer each hour – stand up and walk around.
• Do some basic stretching and strength training.

Emily will tell you to keep it simple and be intentional.  

Join us today for a great story with practical tips to encourage you to get moving!

PS. Check out Veritas Wellness. Become a Member. Book a session with Emily today.

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