PODCASTS

Former undercover FBI agent and bestselling author Scott Payne returns in Part 2 of this jaw-dropping conversation with Steve and Colleen. In this episode, Scott recounts the harrowing details of infiltrating neo-Nazi accelerationist groups—including disturbing pagan rituals, foiled murder plots, and spiritual warfare in the darkest places imaginable. But through it all, his faith remained the anchor. Colleen joins the conversation with powerful reflections on…

What happens when an undercover FBI agent faces down hate groups, cartels, and spiritual darkness—and still holds fast to his faith? In this gripping Part 1 interview, Scott Payne, former FBI agent and New York Times bestselling author of Codename: Pale Horse, joins Steve to share his incredible journey. From growing up in a Christian home to infiltrating America's most violent criminal networks, Scott opens up about the challenges of living for Jesus in the…

What happens when a story of unimaginable trauma becomes a testimony of radical grace? In this gripping and redemptive conversation, Steve sits down with David Garlock—a formerly incarcerated criminal justice reform advocate and reentry expert—whose life was forever changed by tragedy… and then by Christ. At age 19, David and his brother took the life of their abuser, leading to a 25-year sentence in Alabama. But in the depths of prison, David encountered…

What happens when a 16-year-old is sentenced to life in prison? What if that same person becomes a powerful voice for redemption, hope, and purpose? In this episode, Steve sits down with Lewis Lee, a man whose life journey will challenge everything you think you know about justice, transformation, and the power of God’s love. From the streets of West Philadelphia to a life sentence without parole, Lewis’ story is one of unimaginable pain, devastating choices,…

What if experiencing Jesus wasn’t reserved for spiritual elites—or the past? What if intimacy with God was meant to be the normal human experience, even in a world drowning in distraction? In this powerful debrief episode, Steve and Colleen reflect on Steve’s recent conversation with John Eldredge about his book Experience Jesus—Really. Together, they unpack what it means to reclaim our union with God in a culture that has conditioned us for hurry,,…

What if your soul has been trained not to experience God? In this profound and timely conversation, Steve sits down with bestselling author John Eldredge to explore the themes of his new book, Experience Jesus—Really. Together, they confront one of the most overlooked realities of modern spiritual life: we’ve been discipled by distraction, noise, and digital overload—and it’s making it harder to connect with God. From reclaiming ancient practices to…

Is the God you believe in the real God—or a version shaped by pain, fear, and life’s disappointments? Steve and Colleen take us on a transformative journey through neuroscience, spiritual formation, and the deeply personal stories that shape our view of God. From childhood wounds and father-figure distortions to survival brain and the “God spot” in our minds, they unpack why over 75% of people struggle to see God as loving—and what it means for…

What do Mr. Rogers, the founder of LEGO, and a civil rights legend have in common? They were all "mere Christians" doing extraordinary things through ordinary work. In this episode of the Embracing Brokenness Podcast, Steve welcomes back bestselling author Jordan Raynor to dive into his latest book, 5 Mere Christians—a fresh, binge-worthy collection of biographies showing how everyday believers glorify God in powerful, practical ways. From Fred Rogers’…

🔥 You’ve Been Tricked! Are You Living by the World’s Rules Without Even Realizing It? 🔥 Society is more divided than ever—politically, socially, and even within the Church. The world demands that you pick a side, fight to be right, and put yourself first. But what if that’s the exact opposite of how we were designed to live? In this podcast episode, Steve & Colleen expose the deception behind the world’s system and reveal the Kingdom way&mdash…