The Giving Experience

36. Faith Doesn’t Erase the Pain, It Carries You Through It feat. Stephen Roddy

Grief changes everything. When you’ve lost someone you love, even getting through the day can feel impossible. Stephen Roddy has been there. After losing his father at 13 and his mother just a few years later, the pain nearly consumed him. But in the middle of his heartbreak, God met him—through people, through moments of grace, and through a quiet strength he didn’t know he had. In this episode, Stephen opens up about the long, painful road of loss—and how, little by little, he found joy again. If you're feeling broken or stuck in sorrow, his story will gently remind you: healing is possible. You’re not alone, and you don’t have to stay in this place forever. Stephen Roddy's Email |  roddy@lcschool.org  Lighthouse Christian School | (253)858-5962 Lighthouse Christian School | Website [https://www.lcschool.org/] The Giving Experience | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook Group⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.facebook.com/groups/thegivingexperience/] The Giving Experience | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://thegivingexperience.org/]  The Giving Experience Emil | story@thegivingexperience.org Chad Hauer | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.facebook.com/chadhauer/] Brent Tayet | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.facebook.com/brent.tayet?mibextid=LQQJ4d]

35. Called to Change: Trusting God When You’re Afraid to Let Go feat. Bobby Arkills

What does it really look like to let go of the life you’ve built—and trust God to catch you? After 32 years as the Executive Director of Youth for Christ, Bobby Arkills stepped down. He walked away from a stable salary, health benefits, and the identity he’d carried for over three decades—all because he felt God calling him into something new. With no backup plan and no guaranteed income, Bobby chose obedience over certainty. What followed? A year and a half of wrestling, refining, and relentless faith… and along the way, unexpected provision, mentorship, and joy. This episode is for anyone feeling the pull to leave what’s familiar and step into the unknown. Bobby’s story is a masterclass in surrendering control, trusting God’s timing, and embracing generosity—especially when it doesn’t make sense on paper. If you’ve ever asked, “Can I really let go and still be okay?”—this conversation is your answer. Haystack Collaborative | Website [https://www.haystackcollaborative.com/] The Giving Experience | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook Group⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.facebook.com/groups/thegivingexperience/] The Giving Experience | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://thegivingexperience.org/]  The Giving Experience Emil | story@thegivingexperience.org Chad Hauer | ⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.facebook.com/chadhauer/] Brent Tayet | ⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.facebook.com/brent.tayet?mibextid=LQQJ4d]

34. God, Are You There? Wrestling with Faith After Devastating Loss featuring Teryl Isenberg

What do you do when the prayers you begged God to answer are met with silence? Teryl Isenberg, a devoted middle school Bible teacher, lost not one, but two sisters. The grief was overwhelming. The questions were real. And her faith—once so certain—was suddenly on trial. In this raw and powerful episode, Teryl shares her journey through unimaginable heartbreak, the students who asked the questions she didn’t want to face, and the miraculous moments that reminded her she was never alone. She doesn’t sugarcoat the pain. She doesn’t pretend to have all the answers. But through her vulnerability, she shows us what it means to grieve with grace, to live generously, and to keep walking—even when you don’t understand where the path is going. If you’ve ever asked why do bad things happen to good people?, or wrestled with how God fits into the mess, this conversation will hold space for your questions, your tears, and maybe even your healing. Teryl Isenberg Email | tisenberg@lcschool.org The Giving Experience | ⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook Group⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.facebook.com/groups/thegivingexperience/] The Giving Experience | ⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://thegivingexperience.org/]  The Giving Experience Emil | story@thegivingexperience.org Chad Hauer | ⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.facebook.com/chadhauer/] Brent Tayet | ⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.facebook.com/brent.tayet?mibextid=LQQJ4d]

33. The Power of Pause: Experiencing God’s Presence with Chad Hauer

In this episode of The Giving Experience Podcast, Chad Hauer opens up about a deeply personal and transformative encounter with Jesus that reshaped his spiritual journey. Through a moment of meditation and listening prayer, Chad experienced an intimate vision of Jesus, filled with profound love, encouragement, and hope. Join Chad and Brent Tayet as they discuss the significance of creating intentional pauses in our lives to experience God’s presence and the miracles that surround us every day. We want to hear from you! Share your wins or struggles in building intimacy with God in our Facebook Group. Let’s grow together in faith and encouragement. The Giving Experience | ⁠⁠⁠Facebook Group⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.facebook.com/groups/thegivingexperience/] The Giving Experience | ⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠ [https://thegivingexperience.org/]  The Collaboratory | Podcast  [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-collaboratory-a-listening-prayer-experience/id1714349434] The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry | Book [https://a.co/d/41AQEoW] Chad Hauer | ⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.facebook.com/chadhauer/] Brent Tayet | ⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.facebook.com/brent.tayet?mibextid=LQQJ4d]

32. Living Selflessly: Practical Steps to a Generous Life with David and Kelli Pritchard

What if the key to a more fulfilled life isn’t found in what you keep, but in what you give away? In this episode of The Giving Experience Podcast, hosts Chad Hauer and Josh Powell sit down with David and Kelli Pritchard—true examples of what it means to live a life of Christ-centered generosity. Through heartfelt stories of raising 11 children (and welcoming countless others into their home), they reveal how God’s provision has shown up in miraculous ways—from unexpected financial gifts to life-changing encounters. You’ll hear about the power of relational generosity, the courage it takes to step out in faith, and the eternal ripple effects of putting others first. Whether you’re looking for inspiration to deepen your faith or practical ways to live more selflessly, this episode will challenge and equip you to embrace generosity in ways you never imagined. Because the truth is, when you give, you don’t just change someone else’s life—you transform your own. What You’ll Take Away: * How generosity can lead to unexpected blessings * Practical examples of living selflessly in a chaotic world * The role faith plays in creating a heart of abundance Tune in and discover how even the smallest steps toward generosity can reflect the love of Christ and spark lasting change. Parenting with Truth and Grace | Podcast [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/parenting-with-truth-grace/id1023072421] The Giving Experience | ⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook Group⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.facebook.com/groups/thegivingexperience/] The Giving Experience | ⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://thegivingexperience.org/]  Chad Hauer | ⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.facebook.com/chadhauer/] Brent Tayet | ⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.facebook.com/brent.tayet?mibextid=LQQJ4d]