The House We Build

"One Prayer Away: A Journey of Freedom Through Addiction, Recovery & Anchoring Yourself to God's Truth with Special Guest Terry Childers

Lean into this powerful and deeply personal episode, we sit down with Terry Childers—former professional baseball player with the New York Mets organization and a dedicated advocate for addiction recovery. Sober for over 20 years, Terry shares his incredible testimony of battling addiction, the one simple prayer that changed everything, and how he found true freedom through faith and surrender. Previously a Clinical Liaison at The Bluff in Augusta, Georgia, Terry has spent over a decade helping individuals and families find hope, healing, and restoration. His journey hasn’t been without heartbreak—including the devastating loss of his son to addiction—but through it all, Terry’s unwavering belief is clear: God is with you in the darkest valleys. Whether you're struggling with addiction, supporting a loved one, or facing emotional strongholds, Terry’s story is a beacon of hope. This episode reminds us that no family member should be left behind—and that recovery is possible, one step at a time.  Tune in for a raw, real conversation about consequences, redemption, and the grace that carries us through it all.#thehousewebuildpodcast #buildhishouse #nofamilymemberleftbehind

What are you producing?

In this soul-stirring episode 15 of The House We Build, Nicole Atkinson invites us into a powerful and honest conversation about emotional intelligence, the impact of what we consume, and the fruit our lives are producing. Drawing from research, personal testimony, and the transformative truth of Scripture, Nicole unpacks how our habits, thoughts, and influences shape how we show up in the world. She shares how meeting Jesus began a lifelong process of inner transformation—how His promises continue to renew her mind and challenge negative, ruminating thoughts. From the science behind prayer and its mental health benefits to the dangers of unchecked social media consumption, this episode explores what it means to be strategic with our minds, our time, and our calling. God has placed something inside of you. Are you producing with what He gave you? Dive in as Nicole asks the hard questions: What are you feeding your mind? What are you creating with your life? And how can we choose daily to consume His goodness and exude it into the earth? You were made for more! _________________________ Meet Nicole Atkinson– Lover of Jesus, Author, Teacher, Ordained Minister, and Purpose Ignitor. She has her Masters Degree in Mental Health Counseling and a Licensed Professional Counselor. She is an expert researcher and thrives on learning new things. Her superpower is helping others draw closer to God! - and in doing so, discover their purpose to overcome mental blocks that prohibit them from walking in their full potential! Connect with Nicole, her books, retreats, etc. at www.nicoleatkinsoninc.com [https://www.nicoleatkinsoninc.com/]

The Silent Pandemic: Real Talk on Burnout!

The silent pandemic: Real Talk on Burnout! Discover the powerful connection between soul care and active rest. In this powerful episode of The House We Build, we welcome special guests Natalie and Bryant Borges for a deeply honest conversation about burnout, identity, and the soul. As burnout silently spreads like a pandemic—impacting families, pastors, husbands, moms, and leaders—how do we truly find rest in a culture that keeps us running? So many of us have learned to survive at high levels of stress, driven by the belief that we always need to be doing something. But this constant drive floods our bodies with cortisol and stress hormones that don’t quickly leave—and overtime, they wear us down. Bryant shares his personal journey of discontent in his military career, and the life-changing moment he encountered the Holy Spirit in the secret place. He speaks to the soul-level transformation that comes from radical humility, intimacy with Jesus, and the art of lingering in His presence—not for performance, but for peace. Bryant speaks to how the brain and the body react to ongoing stress and high levels of cortisol that can lead to burnout. He walks us through what it looks like to a "Tactical Pause" and keeps our spirit permeable to the Father through the Holy Spirit. Natalie brings her expertise in counseling and soul care, reminding us that we are made of body, soul, and spirit. While we often care for the body and tend to our spiritual practices, the soul—our mind, will, and emotions—is frequently neglected. She invites us to consider: is your soul being shaped more by the pressures of the world, or by the wisdom and Word of God? This episode is an invitation to pause—on purpose. To rediscover the power of rest. To let the Holy Spirit meet you where you are, and lead you into daily renewal. If you're feeling exhausted, burned out, or barely holding on, you're not alone. This conversation is for you. Rest is possible. Wholeness is within reach. Let’s build from the inside out. Get to know our guests: Bryant is a Harvard-trained Executive Coach and Burnout Prevention Strategist with 15+ years of leadership in the medical field, Department of Defense, nonprofits, and mental health. He’s led multimillion-dollar operations and faith-based initiatives, witnessing how leadership without margin leads to burnout. Blending over 10,000 hours of clinical experience with neuroscience, somatics, and biblical leadership, Bryant equips CEOs, Pastors, and teams with practical tools for resilience, clarity, and sustainable impact. His mission: to help leaders overcome burnout and lead with endurance. Find him at: www.borgescatalyticsolutions.com Natalie is Creation Therapy-certified, a Temperament Analyst and Wellness Coach with over 15+ years of ministry leadership experience across church, nonprofit, and community settings. She leads a faith-based coaching business equipping individuals and families for healing, growth, and sustainable transformation. As a homeschooling mother of four boys, Natalie brings both lived experience and spiritual insight into the challenges of modern Christian parenting, emotional resilience, and identity restoration. Drawing from her background in ministry, biblical counseling, and family systems, she helps women and families move from survival into Spirit-led wholeness. Her mission: to help faith-filled families heal from trauma, reclaim their identity in Christ and walk in lasting freedom.

Embracing the Unexpected: Loving like Jesus! with April Foster - Part 1

What does it really mean to love unconditionally—especially when life takes an unexpected turn? In this powerful and deeply personal episode, April opens up about her own journey of walking in love and clinging to her faith in the midst of one of her adult children stepping into an unfamiliar space within the LGBTQ+ community. Through her children's book, The Unexpected Guest, April offers a glimpse into the process of trusting God in the unexpected things life can throw at you. Lean in and listen to how she processes the disappointment and fear and into full surrender as she embraces the promises of God's unconditional love. April Foster is a best-selling author, an encounter coach where she utilizes her Bachelors in Psychology degree and Master in counseling to assist individuals reclaim their identity in Christ. She is also a prior classical home schooling momma, wife to John for three decades and podcast host with her husband on Bedroom & and Bible. Join host Becky Vasquez and her guest April Foster for a real conversation about navigating relationships through the lens of God’s Agape love, instead of religion. Together, we explore: How to maintain a strong, grace-filled connection with your children in the face of differing beliefs. * The difference between religious spirit and Christ-like love * What it looks like to walk “The Jesus Way” in today’s divided world * How to support, listen, and love without losing your faith—or your family * This episode is a must-listen for Christian parents, mentors, and anyone facing the tension between faith and unconditional love. Get ready to be challenged, encouraged, and reminded that love never fails—even when the path ahead feels uncertain. The path does feel uncertain. But it is a straight path.

A NEW BLOODLINE: No Greater Love Than This... What did the Blood of Jesus Actually Do?

As we enter Memorial Day, our prior military family pauses to honor the lives laid down in sacrifice—men and women who gave everything so others could live in freedom. In this sacred moment of remembrance, we turn our hearts to the greatest act of love the world has ever known: Jesus laying down His life for all of humanity! Join your host, Becky Vasquez, for a powerful conversation about the blood of Jesus—what it accomplished, what it promises, and how it offers us a new bloodline. Together, we’ll explore His words in John 15:12-13 and reflect on how His ultimate sacrifice birthed a new way to live, in union with the Father and through the gift of the Holy Spirit. This episode is an invitation to receive a deeper revelation of the love of Christ—a love that redeems, purifies, and makes us new. Come and be reminded that you are no longer orphaned and estranged, but are adopted, restored, and called into a NEW bloodline through what Jesus did on the cross.