The Peace After War Podcast.

131: Trials, Not Trauma – Reframing Life After the Military

In this episode of The Peace After War Podcast, I return after taking a full week off social media to recenter, restructure, and stabilize. I speak directly to veterans (and anyone who's carried the weight of hard service) about why so many of us remain stuck in chaos, isolation, and self-made wars long after leaving the military. I cover: * The veteran tendency to refuse help, stay skeptical, and turn normal life trials into ongoing turmoil * How we mislabel God's trials and tribulations as trauma * Why the enemy specifically targets veterans and how to recognize his whispers * Using the discipline, resilience, and obedience you already gained in service to walk in peace instead of chaos * The simple power of talking to God like a Father — no religion, no performance, just real relationship * Personal updates on baby Isabel (already doing things 5-month-olds do at 3 weeks old), Carolina, and the peace I'm living in now This is straightforward, no-fluff conversation for anyone who feels the emptiness of mediocrity or missing mission after service. If you're a veteran tired of the internal war and ready to step into peace and purpose, this episode will speak to you. Ready to go deeper? If you want one-on-one help untangling these knots and building a real daily relationship with God, book a call with me here: My Calendar Link – Schedule a Conversation [https://calendly.com/peaceafterwar/livingps://calendly.com/peaceafterwar/living] We meet weekly, and I also run group coaching calls. I'm not here to sell you — I'm here to help you if you're truly ready to do the work. If this episode moves you or speaks to someone you know, please share it. Turn on notifications so you don't miss the next one. Thank you for listening. God bless you.

130: My Unedited Testimony: Baby Isabel, Family Chaos, and Finding Peace After Years of Darkness

In this unfiltered episode 130 of The Peace After War Podcast, I sit down in my studio and share exactly where I'm at right now — just days after the birth of my daughter Isabel on April 16th. I open up about the last 25 days: how I went from heavy anxiety about money, business, clients, and fatherhood… to a deep, daily peace that I've never had before. This isn't theory or a polished sermon. It's me talking straight from the heart about what a real relationship with Jesus Christ actually looks like — not just religion, not surface-level faith, but talking to God like a Father who wants to hear the truth from you every single day. I discuss: * Welcoming my daughter and feeling God's presence in the delivery room * Navigating new parenthood, work, and marriage without losing peace * Why many of us think we already have Jesus in our lives when the relationship is actually shallow * The process I went through (fasting, sanctification, facing the devil's attacks) to move from salvation to truly walking with God * My past darkness — divorce, wanting to not wake up, being a cop and veteran carrying trauma — and how God has redeemed every part of it * The exact invitation I'm extending: if you're tired of anxiety, chaos, and surface-level faith and you want to commit to a real relationship with Jesus, I can walk with you through a proven 7-day process. Reach out if you're ready. This episode is raw, unedited, and real. No fancy production, just honest conversation. If you've been listening to earlier episodes and felt the pain, the anger, or the struggle in my voice — this is the other side. Links mentioned: * My calendar link (in bio/socials) for a real conversation if you want to explore the 7-day journey. https://calendly.com/peaceafterwar/one-on-one [https://calendly.com/peaceafterwar/one-on-one] * Go back and listen to older episodes to hear where I came from God is waiting. He's not far. He just wants a real relationship with you. If this episode moves you, share it with someone who's walking through war right now — whether that's divorce, trauma, anxiety, or feeling distant from God. Thank you for listening. God bless you.

129: I Can't Unknow What I Know Now

In this episode of the Walking with God Series, I talk about the journey God has had me on for the past month. I hit 39k in December, but I felt empty and disgusted with myself because I never once gave God the glory. I was running from Jesus, fighting the call, and letting pride take over. I share the hard moments — firing my business coach, the signs on the trail I couldn't ignore, and the moment I finally stopped fighting and leaned all the way in. Now I can't unknow what I know. Once God shows you the truth, you can't go back. If you've ever felt successful on the outside but empty inside, or if you've been scared to fully surrender to God — this episode is for you. My testimony will serve as your lesson. Listen with an open heart.

128: You Only Have One Perspective, God Has Them All.

On this episode, I explain a little bit about the path that I'm currently on, and I encourage you to listen to it while you are walking in the woods. The reason I say that is because God is in nature, and in a city environment it is easy to get distracted with the honking of the horns, with the lights of the city, and with the noise or chaos of the world around you. Take a listen to this, and I hope some of it helps you, moves you, inspires you, and leads you a little bit closer to your path with God. Thank you for your time, and I hope to see you on the next episode. By the way, if you want to be on the live and actually be able to ask questions, go to TikTok and follow me. Juan Perez peace after war.

127: Walking With God

This is the start of my Walking with God series. I went out for a walk, started talking to Him, and just let whatever was on my mind come out. I talk about my past, the mistakes I've made, the chaos I created in my life, and how I'm finally learning to slow down, listen, and trust Him. If you've been feeling lost, overwhelmed, or like you're trying to figure everything out on your own, just come walk with me.