Monty Rieck is a tried and true cowboy–and a follower of Jesus to boot! He is a 4th generation plumbing contractor, former building inspector, and construction superintendent turned author and evangelist! Life has never had a dull moment for Monty, in fact, quite the opposite! Monty’s been through many ups and downs, but has finally found his steady rock and peace in the love of Jesus Christ–and he’s not afraid to share it! Watch the full interview to hear more of Monty’s testimony and click the link here to find his book, I Am Eli.

Frank Sontag's journey from New Age religion to becoming a Christian leader and founder of KMG Ministries is a compelling story to say the least. Head over to the Good Life Full Episodes tab to watch the whole interview--you won't want to miss this!

Jenn Rodriguez is truly a warrior at heart; diagnosed initially with brain cancer before she was even a year old, beating it, and then having it return several years later to ravage her body. Despite these difficulties, Jenn has chosen to focus on being grateful for the power of prayer and the kindness of people in her life. Watch the full interview to hear the rest of Jenn’s story!

John Johnson is a businessman, philanthropist, and author of Love as a Management Practice, a guidebook for Christians in the workplace to love like Jesus does. Here he shares how part of loving employees (and even your kids!) well entails preparing them for the real world. Watch the full interview to hear more about how to love like Jesus in the workplace and the home!

Nathalie LeClercq is natively from Cameroon, Africa and she is the author of many incredible children’s books! Nathalie loves visiting schools to read her books to children, spread the knowledge of her culture, and remind children that despite the typical schooling method of treating all children the same, they are all uniquely gifted and powerful! Watch the full interview to hear more!

Frank Sontag has had an incredible journey from being swept up in the New Age movement to now the founder of a Christian ministry called “The Kingdom Men’s Gathering.” Here he talks about his early years as a Christian becoming “fascinated by the Holy Spirit” and Scripture and his growing passion for discipleship. Watch the full interview to hear Frank’s incredible story!

Frank Sontag shares his moving story of finding meaning and purpose in Jesus Christ and the weight of wondering what it means to be “right with God.” Join Frank as he walks us through the process of dealing with the feelings of emptiness that we all experience.

Kathleen Cooke shares about what it means to be “The Remnant” in a secular world bent on agendas that do not align with Scripture by embracing the fruits of the Spirit.  As we enter the new year, what does it mean to be in the world, but not of it? Watch the full interview to hear Kathleen’s thoughts on how the fruits of the Spirit can allow us to combat the secularism we face daily.

Listen in as Joni Eareckson Tada gives advice about how God saved her from depression and how He can do the same for you.

Hear Michelle Van Loon speak about the story much larger than ourselves and how we’re all connected through our tribulations and stories.

Joni Eareckson Tada is no stranger to suffering as she has been a quadrapalegic for over 50 years. Here, Joni reminds us that suffering produces some of our greatest virtues!

Paul Long and Brad Silverman head up the amazing Kappa Studios, serving as a post-production hub for numerous Hollywood projects. Here, Paul and Brad joke about the seemingly backward thinking of turning away 80% of their business to puruse family-friendly content.

Tyson is passionate about serving in his community. He is the services and outreach director for Lighthouse Church in Newbury Park, California. A year and a half ago he started a food pantry called Hope Outreach with his church that has continued to grow since then. We are so thankful for Tyson and his work with his community!

Chloe knows a lot about forgivness as she has done it over and over. Here she talks about forgiving someone else in the midst of seeking justice! Such an amazing thought!

Author Bendi Benson Schrambach reminds us that God is good to each one of us if we have eyes to see His blessings. Listen in to hear about Bendi's new book and some of her amazing insights!

Joni Eareckson Tada is a woman of immense strength. Here she talks about her early days just after her accident and how she expressed her pain through art. What an amazing story!

Ted Youmans is an adoption attorney. He believes in the ability of generational trauma to be broken because of the good news he has to share. What a powerful message!

Jenn Rodriguez knows suffering. Here she talks about using our pain to comfort and care for others. Amazing perspective on a difficult part of life!

Michelle Van Loon has written numerous books about the importance that eeach of us carries. Here, she encourages each of us to pay attention to the words we use so that we can become bearers of good news!

Chloe Howard is an incredibly strong person! Here she talks about the beauty found in our brokenness and how we can rise above labels to find our strength.

Ted Youmans is an adoption lawyer with a heart for caring not only for the children but also the biological parents of those children. Listen to his message of restoring generational brokeness!

Father Larry Gosselin has been at the Santa Barbara Mission for many years and is a staple of the Santa Barbara community. In this clip, he talks about how joy comes not from material possessions, but the release of that desire. What an inspired lesson.

Jade Molina is a teacher, a mentor, a speaker, and a coach. Here, he talks about how the only way to change is to ask one important question: Do you have the desire to change? Such a powerful message.

This year, our very own Dean Wilson will be the keynote speaker at the Santa Barbara Community Prayer Breakfast! Here, last year's speaker John Davies speaks on why the prayer breakfast is meaningful to him. We hope you will join us for this special event!

Corey Branchflower talks about what it looks like when we step out in faith. We get support from some unlikely places!

Jade Molina is a mentor to men who want to grow to become better fathers, husbands, and people. Here he talks about how important for us to realize that we are always moving, but it it up to us if it is in the right direction.

Bart Tarman was the longtime campus pastor of Westmont College and after pastor of Summerland Church in Summerland, CA. He is a man that exudes love for others and compassion few people have. Here he talks about what Jesus was like, a man who also exuded love. Listen to this thought-provoking way of seeing Jesus.

Trusting God in the valley…a powerful message from John Wallace!

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At 17 years old, at the height of his “Growing Pains” TV fame, Kirk Cameron met God.

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“Every human being is on a journey.” Pastor Bart Tarman shares some powerful reflections.

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