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In this episode of Smells Like Smoke, Trevor tackles a hard truth: while the church isn’t perfect, it was never meant to be. It was meant to be a rescue station.
If you’ve ever felt disillusioned, disconnected, or tempted to walk away, this conversation is for you. Trevor unpacks why leaving the church doesn’t stop the “fire,” why mission matters more than comfort, and why real life change happens when people choose to engage instead of criticize.
With powerful stories from prison ministry to new campus launches, this episode challenges men especially to step back into the fight, not as spectators, but as participants. Because rescue is messy, but it’s worth it.
This week’s challenge: don’t just comment, commit. Reengage. Show up. Be part of the mission.
By Trevor DeVageIn this episode of Smells Like Smoke, Trevor tackles a hard truth: while the church isn’t perfect, it was never meant to be. It was meant to be a rescue station.
If you’ve ever felt disillusioned, disconnected, or tempted to walk away, this conversation is for you. Trevor unpacks why leaving the church doesn’t stop the “fire,” why mission matters more than comfort, and why real life change happens when people choose to engage instead of criticize.
With powerful stories from prison ministry to new campus launches, this episode challenges men especially to step back into the fight, not as spectators, but as participants. Because rescue is messy, but it’s worth it.
This week’s challenge: don’t just comment, commit. Reengage. Show up. Be part of the mission.