What do open-heart surgery, life’s greatest challenges, and a surprise visit from the most decorated Christian artist of all time have in common? They all point to one truth: our strength will fail, but Christ in us never will.

In this episode of Unleashed, hosts Brent Henderson and Kevin Huff reflect on Brent’s recovery journey after quadruple bypass surgery, unpacking how trials are often the very tools God uses to grow us up and draw us closer to Him. They also touch briefly on the recent Charlie Kirk assassination attempt, reminding us of the fragile reality of life and the urgency of anchoring our hope in Christ.

One of the highlights of Brent’s recovery came when Steven Curtis Chapman—Brent’s longtime friend and touring partner from the early 1980s—rang the doorbell. Hours before a concert just miles away, Steven came to the house to check on Brent after his heart surgery. That’s what true friends do. Steven has earned more Dove Awards and Grammys than any other Christian artist, but as Brent shares, he’s still the same man who once asked him to stand as a groomsman in his wedding.

Fame never defines who we are. Pain doesn’t either. True identity is found in Christ alone, and His strength is sufficient when ours is gone.

Listen in for encouragement, perspective, and a reminder that God often shows up in the middle of our weakest moments with unexpected grace.