Whole Lotta Jesus
Podcast
Providing testimonies of faith for
life's toughest battles
SCHOOL
Back-to-School Challenge
Encouraging you with helpful tips and advice as you send your
child off to school or are going back yourself.
TO THE STUDENT THAT IS:
TO THE PARENT THAT IS:
2024
Guest Line-Up
JANURARY - KATIE KEITH
Photographer/Videographer
Katie is a Texas-based, Jesus lovin' wedding photographer and videographer. Ever since the 6th grade, she knew she wanted to be a photographer and started her business right after college.
In this episode, we'll discuss her journey of starting a business while her husband attended seminary school full-time and her dependence on God to provide along the way.
FEBRUARY - PASTOR KEVIN & MANDY BELT
College Pastors/Co-Founders of ISI Ministries
Kevin and Mandy Belt are college pastors and co-founders of ISI Ministries. They have worked in ministry for over a decade.
In this episode, we'll discuss their life journey of obediently following God's will through starting ISI, selling their family business, healing from church hurt, and purchasing a house for the ministry.
MARCH 1ST - BRISTON RAINS
Entrepreneur
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Briston is married to host,
Carley Rains. He is the owner and founder of Texas Outlaw Running and hosts the Texas Outlaw Running Talk Show and Christian Trail Bros podcast.
In this episode, we'll discuss Briston and Carley's love story, how God confirmed that they were meant to be together and healed their broken pasts, what to look for in a spouse, and red flags to avoid.
MARCH 15TH - ONE TRUE KING
Worship Band
One True King Worship Band is based out of Simms, Texas and led by Sean Baskin. Their mission is to lead people into an intimate time of worshiping the Lord.
In this episode, we'll discuss how some of the band members sought fame and glory for themselves, what caused them to surrender to the Lord fully, and the blessing that happened putting God first instead of worshipping self.
APRIL 1ST - VICTORIA LYNN
Entrepreneur & Writer
Victoria Lynn seeks to bring the life giving words of the Savior to a dark and broken world that desperately needs to know of His sacrifice. A writing and publishing coach, author, journalist, seamstress and creator, she loves spending time with any of her 8 siblings, exploring her native state of Michigan, and sewing gowns fit for a princess.
In this episode, we'll discuss how she took a leap of faith to start her business, The Glory Writers, asks the Lord for a prophetic word yearly, and her writing journey and future projects.
APRIL 15TH - HANNAH & JACKSON SHEESLEY
College Pastor for Chi Alpha at SAU
Hannah and Jackson Sheesley are college pastor for Chi Alpha at Southern Arkansas University. They have one son named Jayden and a dog named Luna.
In this episode, we'll discuss the power of prayer, praying for a child/children, how to be meet/find godly friends, transitioning from newly weds to first time parents, and how to balance ministry and family life.
MAY 1ST - ANNA BARROSO
Author & Mom
Anna is a wife, mama, and author of The Adventures of Ash series, a fun children’s book, and Look For Yellow, a poetry book that navigates what it’s like to have depression and anxiety as a Christian. The book walks through college conformity, loss and grief, insecurity, and biblical truths to combat that.
In this episode, we'll discuss overcoming anxiety and depression as a Christian, life as a stay-at-home mom, how to balance writing/a career and raising kids, and her writing projects.
MAY 15TH - ADDISON ROSS
Christian Creator & Ex-College Athlete
Addison is an ex- collegiate/professional Track athlete, running at both the D2 (Southern Arkansas University) and D1 (Arkansas State University), currently a middle school teacher/coach at Fossil Hill Middle School, while also hosting the CozyTalkswithChrist podcast he started around November of 2023!
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In this episode, we'll talk about the temptations that come with college athletics, counting the cost to become a Christian, how Christ can transform you from death to life, and leaving the old man behind to walk in the newness of Christ.
JUNE 1ST - THE HALE FAMILY
Christian Family
Shane, Jill, Carley, and Maverick are the bloodline of the Hale family. The family has lived in 4 states, including Arkansas, Iowa, Tennessee, and Texas. Shane and Jill now live in northeast Arkansas and are empty-nesters and soon-to-be grandparents. Maverick is married to Daley and lives in northeast Arkansas. Carley is married to Briston Rains and lives in East Texas.
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In this episode, we'll discuss overcoming cheating within a marriage, red flags in marriage that can lead to infidelity, tips for building a successful marriage, how parents’ decisions affect their children, leaving a legacy in your family tree.
JUNE 15TH - SHANE & JILL HALE
Adult Parents
Shane and Jill have two adult children, Carley and Maverick, and have experienced the various seasons of raising children. The family has lived in 4 states, including Arkansas, Iowa, Tennessee, and Texas. Now having two married children, the couple wants to offer young parents wisdom and advice for what healthy parenting mindset and boundaries look like.
In this episode, we'll talk about the various stages of parenting, healthy boundaries and mindset, working together as a married unit, transitioning from raising kids to adult parenting, and letting go.
JULY 1ST - THE HALE FAMILY
Christian Family
Shane, Jill, Carley, and Maverick are the bloodline of the Hale family. The family has lived in 4 states, including Arkansas, Iowa, Tennessee, and Texas. Shane and Jill now live in northeast Arkansas and are empty-nesters and soon-to-be grandparents. Maverick is married to Daley and lives in northeast Arkansas. Carley is married to Briston Rains and lives in East Texas.
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In this episode, we'll discuss part 2 from June 1st topic: How to heal and forgive after infidelity. Our main topics will be how the church and community can impact a member’s outcome when going through a crisis situation, the importance of investing in helpful resources during the healing process, the forgiveness process for the spouse who was cheated on, the one who cheated to forgive themself, and children towards the parent who cheated.
JULY 15TH - ABIGAIL HAYVEN
Christian Author & Homemaker
Abigail Hayven is a wife, soon-to-be mom, entrepreneur, and writer. With a background in pro-life ministry and a passion for storytelling, she writes issues she's most passionate about- the first being her King, and hopes to point other to His story.
In this episode, we'll talk about her debut book The Colors of Rain, her inspiring birth story, and the truth behind abortion and pro-life options.
AUGUST 1ST - BRISTON RAINS
Christian Entrepreneur and High School Coach
Briston is married to host, Carley. He is the owner and founder of Texas Outlaw Running, head high school cross country coach and teacher, and soon-to-be father.
In this episode, we'll talk about their experience at Youth for the Nations, incredible testimonies, the importance of pouring into the young generation, and more!
SEPTEMBER 1ST - MCKENZIE WALLACE
Christian Entrepreneur
McKenzie is a senior Business Marketing major at Texas A&M. While in college, she co-founded ForHerCreative, a Christian community and T-shirt business to help empower women to experience true freedom in Jesus Name.
In this episode, we talk about her experience while in Paris this summer on a mission trip, what she learned through evangelizing on the streets, how to remain steadfast in the faith even when you don't see results, and more!
AUGUST 15th - CECILIA QUESADA & KARLY HOLSCHEN
Christian College Friends
Cecilia, Karly, and Carley ran cross country and track and field at Southern Arkansas University. Their friendships, along with others, are special because of their deep connection they have for the Faith.
In this episode, we'll talk about the temptations that come with college, how to find a godly community, the importance of surrounding yourself with the right group of people, and more!
SEPTEMBER 15TH - BRAD & ANNE MITCHELL HANSEN
Christian Family
Brad and Anne have an incredible story about how God can restore and redeem even the most broken marriage. After over 20 years of marriage, Brad had an affair, left Anne, and even went to prison. But Anne felt the Lord telling her to pray for their marriage. Nearly a decade later, they were reunited and have new written a book, 'Beauty From Ashes' about their journey.
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In this episode, we talk about their story, the struggles Brad was facing before he left his marriage, the dangers of pornography, how parents' decisions affect their children, and God's redemptive power.
OCTOBER 1ST - CALEB & KARLY HOLSCHEN
Teen Mission International Missionaries
Caleb and Karly are missionaries for Teen Missions International and live in Florida. The two love birds met on a Teen Missions mission trip and now serve for the ministry, training pre-teens and teens to spread the gospel and serve others around the world.
In this episode, we talk about Teen Missions, their love story, the importance of giving to those working in the 5-fold ministry, and how you can get involved with Teen Missions International.
OCTOBER 15TH - BRISTON, CARLEY & BRYLEIGH RAINS
Christian Family
Briston is the husband of host, Carley Rains, and owns several endurance companies, including Texas Outlaw Running, Texas Outlaw Rides, and Holiday Races. They just had their first baby, Bryleigh Rains and are adjusting to parenthood.
In this episode, we talk about their labor story, life as new parents, if Christians should celebrate Halloween, and the blessing of giving with a generous heart.
NOVEMBER 1ST - MAVERICK HALE
Christian
Maverick is host, Carley’s, younger brother and married to Daley. He lives in Arkansas, loves sports, and has a heart for the young generation, special needs, and elderly. Carley refers to him as the younger version of Tim Tebow as he embodies the tender heart and love for sports and people like Tim expresses.
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In this episode, we talk about their experience growing up while moving around, the blessings of siblings, and their tips, encouragement, and advice to siblings who want a healthy relationship.
NOVEMBER 15TH - KIRBY KELLY
Christian YouTuber, Author, and Speaker
Kirby Kelly is a speaker, author, influencer, and host of the Bought + Beloved podcast. She has been creating Christian content for over a decade on a multitude of platforms and holds a master of theology degree from Dallas Baptist University. She and her husband, Richard, live in Dallas, and she just wrote her first book, You Can Be Free. She hopes to see believers everywhere abandon the shame of their past and their present habitual sin struggles so they can start living out freedom in Christ.
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In this episode, we talk about her story of overcoming pornography, inspiration behind her writing You Can Be Free, and practical tips and encouragement for those struggling with habitual sin.
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If you would like to share your testimony with us and be considered as a guest on the podcast
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TESTIMONY
Testimony
"To witness or declare a true event about
the awesome power of God."
Types
Salvation | Financial Provision | Healing | Deliverance | Redemption | God's Faithfulness | Trials
Every Christian has a testimony!
MATTERS
Your Testimony
Proclaiming what God has done in your life plants seeds of hope and builds faith in those around you.
"We overcome by the blood of the Lamb and
the word of our testimony." Rev. 12:11
SHARE
How Can I
At Work | On Social Media | At Home | To Your Kids | With Friends | In the Grocery Store | At Church
Ways to casually share what God has done in your life
Mention what God has been showing/teaching you in this season of life.
Share a cool story/experience where God showed his awesome power in your life.
Talk about who you were before Christ compared to now and what changed.
Talk about how God provided a need for you when you needed it most.
If you would like to share your testimony with us and be considered as a guest on the podcast
TRAININGS
Testimony
Starting the Conversation | Setting the Scene | Describing the Depravity | Proclaiming God's Promise | Call to Action