Celeste Edmunds childhood was an ongoing cycle of police calls, fighting, and physical, sexual, and mental abuse. At age 7, she was taken by the state and placed into a child welfare system, where moving every few months to a new environment became normal. So did living out of a garbage bag. By age sixteen, Celeste had lived in more than 30 cities. Her childhood was a difficult and often unbearable experience where evil manipulation almost broke her spirit. But there were also caring people...

Richard Paul Evans is the #1 bestselling author of The Christmas Box. He has since written 41 consecutive New York Times bestsellers and is one of the few authors in history to have hit both the fiction and non-fiction bestseller lists. Richard joins the podcast to discuss his memoir, Sharing Too Much. For more on Richard go to www.richardpaulevans.com

Diane Dreher, PhD, is the author of five nonfiction books including the best-selling Tao of Inner Peace. She is an award-winning university professor and positive psychology researcher whose work on hope has been recognized internationally. Her books, workshops, and webinars blend the wisdom of the past with powerful strategies from contemporary psychology and neuroscience to help us meet the challenges of our time with greater courage, creativity, and hope. In this episode Diane discusses...

Brian D. McLaren is an author, speaker, activist, and public theologian. A former college English teacher and pastor, he is a passionate advocate for “a new kind of Christianity” – just, generous, and working with people of all faiths for the common good. Brian joins the show to discuss his new book Life After Doom due out on May 14th.How do we find hope, perspective, joy or love in the midst of such challenging realities? The answer may surprise you. For more information on Brian and for...

Welcome to this first ever Bring It Home 6 part Limited Series called "Hope in the Hard"We are surrounded with a world that often causes us to lose hope. When we look at the big picture its easy to feel lost.In this series, we zoom in to discover that hope is always available and accessible but that it takes intention and attention to find. ------ Order Bring It Home HERE Order you copy of Hope for the 2020s HERE Find me on Instagram @mattkendzieraFind me on Facebook HERE Stories give...

After 35 years as a devout, self-proclaimed Jesus freak—spending summers on mission trips, leading Bible studies, and joining the church leadership team—Sarah Henn Hayward has stopped believing in a Higher Being altogether.  She found herself grieving the loss of her core identity and struggling to see a way forward without God at the helm. While she remained grateful for her former faith and the many ways it shaped her, she needed a new lens through which to process good and evil, purpose...

Purpose is one of the most overused and over discussed concepts...especially in the new year.What if we look at it in a different light?Lets try to find a more life giving concept of purpose!------ Order Bring It Home HERE Order you copy of Hope for the 2020s HERE Find me on Instagram @mattkendzieraFind me on Facebook HERE Stories give courage to the dreamers and hope to the discouraged. Each one has the ability to  motivate and inspire the next brilliant idea from the next social...

Conflict is tough. We all deal with it differently. This week Matt's wife Suzie joins the show to talk about the challenges and victories they have had regarding conflict. It's not Holly or Jolly, but it certainly is important. Maybe for Christmas, learn how to handle conflict with your loved ones! ------ Order Bring It Home HERE Order you copy of Hope for the 2020s HERE Find me on Instagram @mattkendzieraFind me on Facebook HERE Stories give courage to the dreamers and hope to the...

In a world where it is easy and tempting to focus on the hard, being thankful and intentional can be what helps us to be the people we were meant to be. ----------- Order Bring It Home HERE Order you copy of Hope for the 2020s HERE Find me on Instagram @mattkendzieraFind me on Facebook HERE Stories give courage to the dreamers and hope to the discouraged. Each one has the ability to  motivate and inspire the next brilliant idea from the next social entrepreneur or faith leader. Through...

This world can be unbelievably brutal. One thing that never ceases to amaze me is when people overcome deep hurt to become difference makers in this world. And when they are able to do that without losing their faith, I am dumbfounded. Welcome survivor and beautiful soul, Frank Rogers. His book Cradled in the Arms of Compassion is out now through Lake Drive Books. To learn more about Frank go to www.centerforengagedcompassion.com----------- Order Bring It Home HERE Order you copy of Hope for...

Serving people and trying to make them happy are two different things. Many of us struggle with people pleasing syndrome. Is it possible that the root of people pleasing is selfishness? ----------- Order Bring It Home HERE Order you copy of Hope for the 2020s HERE Find me on Instagram @mattkendzieraFind me on Facebook HERE Stories give courage to the dreamers and hope to the discouraged. Each one has the ability to  motivate and inspire the next brilliant idea from the next social...

Kristyn Kersten, a visionary who refused to settle for a life that didn't align with her true desires. No bestselling book, no massive platform (at least not yet), but what she does possess is an unwavering belief and passion. In this episode, discover the richness of her journey—a narrative still evolving. Soak in the inspiration and be captivated by a story that's beautifully unfolding. ------ Order Bring It Home HERE Order you copy of Hope for the 2020s HERE Find me on Instagram...

Author Jennifer Grant discusses her desire to help kids engage in the wonder of God while helping adults connect with nature. For more on Jennifer go to www.jennifergrant.com ------ Order Bring It Home HERE Order you copy of Hope for the 2020s HERE Find me on Instagram @mattkendzieraFind me on Facebook HERE Stories give courage to the dreamers and hope to the discouraged. Each one has the ability to  motivate and inspire the next brilliant idea from the next social entrepreneur or faith...

Is it possible to live out your best life when stress is constantly weighing on your shoulders? If all of the major religions promote a life that is slow and reflective, why are we so willing to go along with such a fast paced, unsustainable life? ------ Order Bring It Home HERE Order you copy of Hope for the 2020s HERE Find me on Instagram @mattkendzieraFind me on Facebook HERE Stories give courage to the dreamers and hope to the discouraged. Each one has the ability to  motivate and...

Brandon Flanery is a former missionary who is in the process of discovering his connection with humanity and divinity. Being a gay man has proven challenging within the context of Evangelical Christianity for Brandon. Enjoy this raw and beautiful interview and please grab the book "Stumbling" to support his story find where your story intersects!Order Brandons book "Stumbling" HERE ------ Order Bring It Home HERE Order you copy of Hope for the 2020s HERE Find me on Instagram...

Welcome to the Bring It Home Podcast (Formerly Jesus Never Ran...Formerly Chasing Goodness) where we focus on Your Life, Your Story and Your Purpose. This week Matt discusses the importance of avoiding conformity and leaning into our own uniqueness to make our relationships, careers and life in general as fulfilling as possible. Order Bring It Home HERE Order you copy of Hope for the 2020s HERE Find me on Instagram @mattkendzieraFind me on Facebook HERE Stories give courage to the dreamers...

We are just one week away from some brand new episodes and even a brand new podcast name. This week, instead of replaying a previous episode I wanted to give you the chance to hear an incredible episode that I did with my good friend Scott Jenkins with The Celtic Way Podcast. Jana Spangler joins the show to share that maybe rethinking faith isn't just a modern Christian reality. Maybe its a multi-faith phenomena. ____________ Order Bring It Home HERE Order you copy of Hope for the 2020s...

This interview with Jullianne Cusick was authentic and brilliant. Enjoy!New episodes coming in September!____________ Order Bring It Home HERE Order you copy of Hope for the 2020s HERE Check out the FREE 7 Day Devotional "Finding Faith Again" at www.mattkendziera.com Find me on Instagram @mattkendzieraFind me on Facebook HERE Religion has too often put a dark stain on history and has left a lot of destruction in its wake. Because of this, we are at a time in history when many are rethinking...

This month we are taking some time to re-design the show and record some epic interviews for the Fall.In order to keep in touch, I am picking some of my favorites from throughout the podcast to re-broadcast.I love when art and spirituality intersect which why I enjoyed this interview with renowned artist Makoto Fujimura. Enjoy____________ Order Bring It Home HERE Order you copy of Hope for the 2020s HERE Check out the FREE 7 Day Devotional "Finding Faith Again" at www.mattkendziera.com Find...

This month we are taking some time to re-design the show and record some epic interviews for the Fall.In order to keep in touch, I am picking some of my favorites from throughout the podcast to re-broadcast.Gideon Tsang was introduced to me through a book he wrote on being an Enneagram 7. The reason I love him so much is because like me, he is an introverted Enneagram 7. If you haven't listened, enjoy. If you have, enjoy again!____________ Order Bring It Home HERE Order you copy of Hope for...

Bryan Willkom founder of Jesus Fit and Beer Church joins the show to talk about church and hope of the future.To find out more about Bryan, Jesus Fit and Beer Church go to www.getjesusfit.org------ Order Bring It Home HERE Order you copy of Hope for the 2020s HERE Check out the FREE 7 Day Devotional "Finding Faith Again" at www.mattkendziera.com Find me on Instagram @mattkendzieraFind me on Facebook HERE Religion has too often put a dark stain on history and has left a lot of destruction in...

What to do when you are burned out on religion! ------ Order Bring It Home HERE Order you copy of Hope for the 2020s HERE Check out the FREE 7 Day Devotional "Finding Faith Again" at www.mattkendziera.com Find me on Instagram @mattkendzieraFind me on Facebook HERE Religion has too often put a dark stain on history and has left a lot of destruction in its wake. Because of this, we are at a time in history when many are rethinking religion and faith altogether. The exciting part is that In in...

If you didn't hear this interview when it originally came out, you will not want to miss it twice.Back to new episodes next weekEnjoy ------ Order Bring It Home HERE Order you copy of Hope for the 2020s HERE Check out the FREE 7 Day Devotional "Finding Faith Again" at www.mattkendziera.com Find me on Instagram @mattkendzieraFind me on Facebook HERE Religion has too often put a dark stain on history and has left a lot of destruction in its wake. Because of this, we are at a time in history...

On this 4th of July, it feels appropriate to replay the episode with presidential candidate and co-author of unsettling truths, Mark Charles...enjoy! www.wirelesshogan.com ------ Order Bring It Home HERE Order you copy of Hope for the 2020s HERE Check out the FREE 7 Day Devotional "Finding Faith Again" at www.mattkendziera.com Find me on Instagram @mattkendzieraFind me on Facebook HERE Religion has too often put a dark stain on history and has left a lot of destruction in its wake. Because of...