97 - A Story of Conviction and Growth with Ke'von Curry

97 - A Story of Conviction and Growth with Ke'von Curry

Share Your Story or Prayer Request Here! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2598245/fan_mail/new] What happens when faith gets tested through pain, doubt, injury, temptation, and isolation? In this powerful testimony-driven episode of The Good Gift Podcast, we sit down with Ke'von to talk about football, torn ACLs, fasting, conviction, discipleship, spiritual growth, and what it truly means to trust God when life falls apart. This conversation dives into: *  The difference between saying you believe and actually living it  *  Wrestling with doubt, sin, and spiritual conviction  *  Fasting, prayer, and hearing God through Scripture  *  Why discipleship and godly mentorship matter  *  The danger of cultural Christianity  *  Faith, obedience, repentance, and spiritual maturity  *  Learning to lead as a man of God  *  Identity beyond sports, performance, and success  From painful injuries and dark seasons to deep spiritual growth, this episode is an honest look at how God can use suffering to shape a person’s faith and character. Whether you’re struggling with doubt, trying to overcome sin, questioning your purpose, or simply wanting to grow deeper in your walk with Christ, this conversation is meant to encourage you to stay grounded in Scripture and pursue genuine faith over empty religion. “Faith without works is dead.” — James 2:17 Scripture quotations are taken from the Holy Bible, New Living Translation, copyright © 1996, 2004, 2015 by Tyndale House Foundation. Used by permission of Tyndale House Publishers, Carol Stream, Illinois 60188. All rights reserved.   Scripture quotations taken from The Holy Bible, New International Version® (NIV®). Copyright © 1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by Biblica, Inc.® Used by permission. All rights reserved worldwide.

Believe IN or Believe THAT??

Share Your Story or Prayer Request Here! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2598245/fan_mail/new] What does it really mean to believe? In this episode of the Good Gift Podcast, the conversation tackles a critical distinction many overlook: the difference between believing that something is true and believing in it with full trust and surrender. Using a vivid illustration of the 19th-century tightrope walker Charles Blondin, this episode explores how it’s possible to acknowledge truth intellectually while still refusing to trust it personally. That same tension is then examined through Scripture. Walking through passages from James, 1 John, the Gospels, and beyond, this episode unpacks: *  Why even demons “believe” — and why that belief doesn’t save  *  The biblical difference between head knowledge and heart transformation  *  How faith and works relate without contradicting grace  *  The role of repentance in genuine faith  *  Practical ways to examine whether your faith is real  This is not a surface-level discussion. It directly addresses cultural Christianity, false assurance, and the danger of reducing faith to mere words or feelings. Whether you’re confident in your faith, struggling with doubt, or questioning what true belief actually looks like, this episode aims to point you back to Scripture and challenge you to examine where you stand. The invitation is simple:  Don’t settle for believing that. Seek to truly believe in.  Scripture quotations are taken from the Holy Bible, New Living Translation, copyright © 1996, 2004, 2015 by Tyndale House Foundation. Used by permission of Tyndale House Publishers, Carol Stream, Illinois 60188. All rights reserved.   Scripture quotations taken from The Holy Bible, New International Version® (NIV®). Copyright © 1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by Biblica, Inc.® Used by permission. All rights reserved worldwide.

One Way, Many Translations and Where To Start?

Share Your Story or Prayer Request Here! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2598245/fan_mail/new] We’ve seen this podcast reaching listeners in other countries, and we thank God for you. If you’re listening, we’d love to hear from you and know how we can serve you. We’re praying that God’s grace, love, and truth reach you wherever you are.  God Bless You! In this short devotional from The Good Gift Podcast, we step into Scripture to answer a simple but critical question: Is there only one true way to God? Walking through passages like 1 Kings 8:60, John 14:6, and Galatians 1, this episode challenges the idea of “many paths” and points clearly to the truth of the Gospel—that Jesus Christ alone is the way. This conversation also explores: * What it means when the Bible warns about a “different gospel.”  * How to recognize truth in a world full of mixed messages  * Why many claim faith, but live differently  * How to find trustworthy, godly guidance  * Where to begin if you’re new to reading the Bible  Whether you’re strong in your faith, questioning what you believe, or simply curious, this episode is meant to encourage discernment, humility, and a deeper pursuit of truth. No matter where you’re listening from, the invitation is the same:  Stay in the Word. Stay in prayer. And seek the One who is truth.  Scripture quotations are from the Good News Translation (GNT) © American Bible Society. All rights reserved.

98 - Roughcut to Real Change with Steve Capps

Share Your Story or Prayer Request Here! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2598245/fan_mail/new] In this episode of The Good Gift Podcast, we sit down with Steve “Snoop” Capps, a man whose life once revolved around addiction, crime, and chaos, and who now walks in freedom through Jesus Christ. Raised in a broken home surrounded by drugs, violence, and instability, Steve’s story includes years of incarceration, deep addiction, and a life he never thought he’d escape. But through God’s grace, everything began to change. From getting sober in 2018 to rebuilding his family, leading in recovery ministry, and going on mission trips around the world, Steve’s life is a powerful testimony of transformation. This conversation dives into: *  The weight of his past and the identity he carried  *  A moment of reconciliation that changed everything  *  The difference between believing in Jesus and truly following Him  *  How God restores relationships, even ones that started with bitterness  *  Life in recovery, ministry, and walking in daily surrender  From former enemies to brothers in Christ, this episode is a raw and honest look at what happens when God takes a life that seemed too far gone and makes it new. If you’ve ever wondered whether real change is possible, this story is for you.  Scripture quotations are taken from the Holy Bible, New Living Translation, copyright © 1996, 2004, 2015 by Tyndale House Foundation. Used by permission of Tyndale House Publishers, Carol Stream, Illinois 60188. All rights reserved.

Trailer: What Is The Good Gift Podcast?

Share Your Story or Prayer Request Here! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2598245/fan_mail/new] The Good Gift Podcast features honest, unscripted conversations with people from every walk of life about where they’ve been, what shaped them, and how Jesus Christ changed their understanding of purpose, identity, and faith. From church leaders to former addicts, skeptics to lifelong believers, each episode explores the real stories behind ordinary lives and the work of the Gospel in them. Follow the podcast to hear new conversations and stories as they are released.