Category Archives: Podcast Show Notes Archives – Purposely

I’ve learned this year that when my mind spirals, the best thing I can do is return to what I know is true. Matthew’s Gospel does just that, reaching back into the Old Testament to anchor ...

Raised in a religious family, Jordan strayed far from his Christian roots during his time in the military, immersing himself in a lifestyle of drugs, tattoos, and occult practices. Despite his rebelli...

Aybars Uckun shares his transformative journey from a life of addiction and isolation to finding faith and purpose through Jesus. Born to an Afghan refugee father, Aybars grew up in New Jersey, feelin...

Once distanced from her faith due to a negative church experience, Tricia Streeter found her way back to Jesus because of one simple act of kindness from a determined and faith-filled neighbor. Listen...

Eric Mock shares his transformative journey from a nominal Christian upbringing to a profound personal relationship with Jesus Christ. While he pursued a career in aerospace engineering, Eric’s ...

Tony Mattar, Pastor of Venture Church in Seattle, shares his journey from insecurity, ADHD, and addiction, to becoming a devoted follower of Christ. Raised by Middle Eastern immigrant parents, he foun...

After a relapse during the pandemic, Reno Campbell returned to Seattle’s Union Gospel Mission, helping him regain purpose and faith. Now supervising two shelters, Reno shares the importance of t...

Daron McCauley shares his journey from addiction and homelessness to finding faith in Jesus Christ. His life was transformed at Seattle’s Union Gospel Mission, where he overcame substance abuse ...

Kyler Bauer shares his journey of faith and transformation after the tragic loss of his sister. Raised in a Christian family, he struggled with expectations and drifted from his faith during the pande...

Pastor Brandon Beals shares his journey from a non-Christian background to leading a diverse congregation, revealing the transformative power of faith in his life, and his mission to make Jesus famous...