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Designed With Purpose

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2296108/fan_mail/new] This week on Solid Start, Greg and Brian dive into the incredible reality of design and purpose. From the buildings we enter to the technology we use, everything around us was created with intention by a designer. But beyond human creativity, they explore the truth that God is the ultimate Designer. Nothing in creation is accidental—including you. God designed each of us with purpose, value, and meaning. Join Greg and Brian as they discuss how recognizing God’s design in the world around us can deepen our faith and help us better understand the purpose He has for our lives.

Answer: It's Not SNICKERS

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2296108/fan_mail/new] In this week’s episode of Solid Start, Brian joins Greg to explore one of life’s deepest questions: What will finally satisfy you? Together, they unpack the restless search for meaning that so many of us experience and wrestle with questions like, Is this all there is? and Why are we wired to long for something more? If you’ve ever wondered whether your life is accidental or designed with purpose, this conversation offers honest insight and hope for the journey.

Shaped by Experience

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2296108/fan_mail/new] In this heartfelt episode of Solid Start, Greg Reid sits down with Jake “Goody” Goodman for an honest conversation about how life’s experiences shape who we become. Together, they explore the powerful idea that God never wastes an experience whether it’s hardship, fear, growth, or personal transformation.  Jake opens up about several defining moments in his life, including the decision to change his lifestyle one step at a time, ultimately losing over 100 pounds through accountability, discipline, and small daily choices. His message is simple but powerful: lasting change begins with deciding to start.   This episode reminds listeners that transformation doesn’t happen overnight. It happens through consistent “baby steps,” supportive relationships, and the willingness to believe that change is truly possible.

Finding Purpose in Life's Experiences

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2296108/fan_mail/new] In this episode, we explore how life’s experiences, both challenging and uplifting, can shape our faith and purpose. Greg is joined by a Candice Collins, Merrell Bros, HR Benefits Manager. Drawing from personal stories and biblical insight, they share how to find meaning in your struggles, support others through shared experiences, and walk confidently in your journey.

Understanding Personality

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2296108/fan_mail/new] In this episode of Solid Start, Greg Reed and Marcus Misinec explore the role of personality within the “SHAPE” framework, emphasizing how individual differences influence leadership, teamwork, and relationships. They discuss how recognizing and appreciating diverse personalities—rather than gravitating only toward similar ones—can strengthen teams, improve communication, and advance a shared mission. Through practical examples from work, family, and faith, the conversation highlights the importance of curiosity, intentional connection, and embracing discomfort as leaders seek to understand and value others more effectively.