Discover the powerful truth hidden in Proverbs 18:10 that will transform how you approach faith and life's challenges. What You'll Learn:• Why "The name of the Lord is a strong tower" isn't just a nice verse—it's a call to action• How to identify and dismantle the "false towers" you're running to instead of God• The difference between passive faith and active faith that changes everything• Why running to God should be your FIRST response, not your last resort Perfect For: - Anyone whose faith feels stagnant or stuck - Believers who want to develop a more active, intentional relationship with God - Those struggling with where to turn during difficult seasons - Christians ready to stop running to false sources of security Join Ryan and Gina Heller as they share personal stories of infertility, family struggles, and how they learned to make God their strong tower through real-life challenges. Click the classroom tab and go to Live Bold podcast to listen.

What does it really mean to live as a Christian nonconformist? In this episode, Ryan and Gena dig into Romans 12:2 — "Do not be conformed to this world" — and unpack what it looks like to break the mold in your faith, your family, and your calling. They get personal, sharing stories from their own journey: moving across the country seven months pregnant to plant a church, living in strangers' basements, starting a real estate business as a pastor, and getting burned by a preschool that paid rent in a duffel bag of cash and disappeared in the middle of the night. They also walk through some of the biggest molds holding people back — the mold of approval, tradition, comfort, and identity — and share a practical recipe for bold faith: ✅ Hear the voice of God ✅ Be a God-pleaser, not a people-pleaser ✅ Live with courage and conviction ✅ Don't compare yourself to others ✅ Remember — no doesn't always mean no ✅ Never, never, never give up If you're on the verge of something great but someone told you that you can't — this episode is for you. 🎧 Give it a listen and drop a comment — we'd love to know what molds God is calling you to break!

“The name of the Lord is a Strong Tower.” Don’t miss this powerful episode of the Live Bold podcast that releases on Tuesday 4/28.

We drift into friendships by accident. We take whoever shows up. We assume good friendships just happen. But Proverbs 13:20 is clear: "He who walks with wise men will be wise, but the companion of fools will be destroyed." Your friends are literally shaping your future — for better or worse. In this episode of the Live Bold Podcast, Ryan and Gina break down: - Why most people lack deep, meaningful friendships — and what to do about it - The Circle of Friendship (outer, inner, and core) and why not all friendships should carry the same weight - How to be intentional about finding the right people instead of just drifting - Why "surprise friends" are often your most loyal and faithful ones - How to quietly reposition people in your life without drama or awkward conversations - The difference between a sharpening friend and a flattering one (and why flattery is actually manipulation) - Where to find the best friends (hint: it starts with where you put yourself) This one hit close to home. If you've ever felt lonely, stuck in the wrong friendships, or just hungry for deeper community — this episode is for you.

Let's be honest — the church is full of people. And wherever there are people, there are problems. Conflict doesn't mean your church is broken. It means it's human. But unresolved conflict? That's what fragments churches, destroys relationships, and gives the enemy a foothold. In this episode of the Live Bold Podcast, Ryan and Gina walk through 6 biblical stages from Matthew 18 that every believer needs to know — whether you're a pastor, leader, or someone sitting in the pew. Here's what they cover: - The Personal Stage — Why you must go one-on-one first before involving anyone else - The Private Stage — When and how to bring one or two trusted people into the conversation - The Church Leader Stage — When it's finally appropriate to escalate (and why most people skip straight here) - The Discipline Stage — The most uncomfortable stage, but one of the most loving things a church can do - The Prayer Stage — What to do when you've done everything and it's time to hand it to God - The Forgiveness Stage — The stage that is always possible, regardless of what the other person does Real stories. Real situations. Real wisdom. This episode could save a friendship, a marriage, or even your church.