Best Helser Podcasts (2025)

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Staying with God when Life is Hard | Jonathan and Melissa Helser 1:09:36

5d ago1:09:36

1:09:36

Jonathan and Melissa sit down for a conversation about the importance of building strong foundations with Jesus in order to withstand the inevitable storms of life. They each share personal stories from their lives as well as keys, practices, and questions that have helped them stay with God when life is hard. Whether your foundations are new, worn…

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Embracing Reflection and the Heartbeat of Sing Winter 46:28

3M ago46:28

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In this episode, Jonathan & Melissa Helser and Chris Miller un-pack some of the stories behind our new Christmas album, Sing Winter. While the conversation revolves around this album, the heart of what they share is so much deeper than simply song stories. The purpose of this record is to embrace every part of the holidays and the winter season; th…

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208. Repost-Overcome Dad Guilt- Troy Mangum- Kindling Fire Podcast 14:42

3M ago14:42

14:42

I believe “Dad Guilt” is one of the main reasons for men’s disengagement & passivity in the family as well as sidestepping any type of spiritual leadership at home. Learn how you can overcome it and re-engage in your family.On this podcast, you’ll learn- What 1Cor. 11:4 meant when it warned Men not to pray with their head covered- How King David’s …

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The Gift of Sadness, Nostalgia & Practices for Winter Seasons | Jonathan & Melissa Helser 39:26

3M ago39:26

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This episode is a special conversation between Jonathan & Melissa Helser and Chris Miller. They dive into what it means to live in the full range of emotions during winter seasons. They talk about how “Sadness is required to truly experience Joy” and what it means to share our feelings with the close people around us as well as talking about practi…

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ceremonial breathwork | our breathwork school and how you can train with us 41:54

4M ago41:54

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A few facts about our ceremonial breathwork training. It’s a 6 week 200h breathwork training in uluwatu, bali. 23.02.-06.04.2025 It’s a training where science meets ceremony. And we are a group of max. 15 people - so super exclusive and intimate. In this training you will learn: > about the biology and neuro science of breath and how to read the br…

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life update | we are parents now! 35:03

4M ago35:03

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if you feel called to become a breathworker, check out our next ceremonial breathwork training in bali here: https://loahelser.com/ceremonial-breathwork/ if you are interested to book braedy as a relationship coach, reach out to him here: https://calendly.com/feelhealth/long-term-relationship-survey-clone if you’re curious to work with loa have a l…

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Worship for the Long-Haul 59:52

6M ago59:52

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In this episode, Jonathan shares about living a life of wholehearted worship and becoming a lover of God for the long-haul. King David cultivated a well-worn path of honest worship with the Lord throughout His whole life. Our dream is that you would be 80 years old, still clinging to Jesus, astonished at who He is. This podcast is full of stories a…

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What is The God Story? with Adam Cox 1:15:51

8M ago1:15:51

1:15:51

In this episode, Jonathan sits down with his longtime friend, Adam Cox. They reflect on their decades of friendship, and how Adam's passion for helping people encounter the unfailing love of God has impacted our community, and schools (The 18 Inch Journey). Adam's first book, "The God Story," (co-authored by Alain Emerson) is a compelling and creat…

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Discipleship Can Change the World 1:10:44

10M ago1:10:44

1:10:44

This episode was captured live at a recent 18 Inch Journey Fundraiser where Jonathan and Melissa shared on our vision for discipleship, the history and mission of the 18 Inch Journey, and how discipleship can transform the hearts of men and women. Learn more at: https://www.18inchjourney.com If you’d like to be a part of what the Lord is doing thro…

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207. My Father's Funeral- Troy Mangum- Kindling Fire Podcast 42:41

10M ago42:41

42:41

On this podcast, I share excerpts from my father’s funeral to honor him as a Man of God he was.His testimony was - ‘through faith….(his) weakness was turned to strength’ Heb 11:32,34-I share the four life lessons I learned from my Dad-His pastor shares how my Dad was a servant leader-A friend and someone he mentored shares how as Christians, we're …

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206. Carefree in the Care of God- Troy Mangum- Kindling Fire Podcast 42:06

11M ago42:06

42:06

Learn how to be Carefree in the Care of GodOn this podcast, I go over lessons learned from George Mueler, Reese Howell, and Hudson Taylor about walking by faith and being carefree.Learn >1-The difference between following God from your Heart vs your Mind2-How not to be weighed down by the anxieties of life3- How to grow your Faith- based on George …

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Beautiful Jesus - Q&R with Melissa Helser 53:36

12M ago53:36

53:36

This episode is a special conversation between Melissa Helser and Chris Miller. Melissa shares about her song, Beautiful Jesus, and a worship moment from the 2023 18 Inch Journey that was recently shared on the Cageless Birds YouTube channel. She reflects on the season of her life during which that song was first written as well as what it’s like t…

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Living a Life of Radical Worship 50:07

1y ago50:07

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What kind of worshiper do you want to be in 40 years? In this episode, Jonathan unpacks the life of King Saul and King David, and what it means to live a life of radical worship before the Father. One of the most important things about David’s story is how he pursues honesty with God in the midst of the pressures of his life. This message was origi…

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The Land I’m Livin’ In – Song Stories (Part 1) 31:30

1+ y ago31:30

31:30

This episode features an excerpt from a conversation Jonathan and Melissa recently had with our friend, Morgan Snyder. In it, the Helsers share song stories from their most recent album: The Land I’m Livin’ In. This episode features the stories behind the songs I Believe, and We Make Space! Morgan Snyder is an entrepreneur, teacher, writer, speaker…

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205. Priesthood of all believers- lessons from the Quakers- Kindling Fire -Troy Mangum 33:57

1+ y ago33:57

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On this podcast, I share the following lessons from the Quakers1- Everybody can contribute more than you think2- Self awareness & valuing the group obove your selfish ambitions is critical 3- Belief that God want ls to be in the driver seat re: community growth & teaching4- Inserting yourself into every growth process will limit the growth of the g…

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Maturing as Friends of God – The Work of Perseverance 32:43

1+ y ago32:43

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In our previous episode, Melissa taught from 2 Corinthians 9 on living generous lives without reluctance or compulsion. In this episode she opens up James 1, unpacking the way perseverance produces maturity in us, and how the discipline of the Lord brings us true wisdom and discernment as we walk with him. This message was originally recorded in 20…

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204. Repost- 4 stages of Native American Masculinity- Kindling Fire with Troy Mangum 16:21

1+ y ago16:21

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On Episode 203- a repost of a show from 2021 where I discuss the four stages of masculinity taught by the Lakota Sioux Indian Tribe & their Biblical parallel.-Boyhood- primary focus- generosity-Young Manhood- primary focus- suffering & endurance-Adult Manhood- primary focus- respect & kinship-Elders- primary focus - wisdomI also share a vision of J…

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203. Renewed Day by Day- Loren Cunningham (RIP)- Founder of YWAM- Kindling FIre with Troy Mangum 34:38

1+ y ago34:38

34:38

Loren went home to be with Jesus on Oct 6th, 2023. He was a true hero of the Faith! It was an honor to speak with him and be part of YWAM! Loren Cunningham is the founder of Youth with a Mission (YWAM). He is the first missionary to every reach every nation on earth. Today, YWAM has 18,000 full time missionaries, serving in almost every nation. YWA…

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202. Living a Creative Life- J. David Weiss, Andy Poe, Olin Mangum- Kindling FIre w/ Troy Mangum 1:05:21

1+ y ago1:05:21

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Ep.202- Panel discussing how to live a creative life J David Weiss @jdwdesign - founder & CDO of Design Nova- superyacht designer, creative arsonistAndy Poe-@boulder_mountain Painter, Director, Producer for Film & Television, StorytellerØlin- @olinmakesmusic Indy rock/pop artist, producer, performer & my sonWe discuss - how to stay inspired- how to…

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201. God's Faithfulness- Kindling Fire Podcast with Troy Mangum 30:09

1+ y ago30:09

30:09

It is a show to encourage you that the promises in the Bible are true. Hear testimonies how promises in the Bible have come true in my life- God provides financially- Phil 4:19- God restores relationships- Hag 2:9- God promises a bright future- Jer 29:11- God gives the desire of your heart- Ps 37: 3-6- Great is his faithfulness- hymn lyrics walkthr…

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Maturing as Friends of God – Living Generously 32:55

1+ y ago32:55

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In this episode Melissa unpacks the difference between growth and maturity, and how living a life of generosity is an integral part of maturing in friendship with God. This message was originally recorded in 2022 at Bethel Music Worship School. Our podcast is made possible by the generous support of people all over the world. If you were impacted b…

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Learning To Hear the Father’s Voice 1:07:12

1+ y ago1:07:12

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We need the perspective of the Lord to overcome the lies that we face and realign us with the truth. In this episode, Jonathan teaches on living defined by the Father’s voice. He shares practical examples from his own life, and ends with a journaling exercise. This message was originally recorded in 2021 at Bethel Music Worship School. Our podcast …

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200. AI and the Gospel Opportunity- Kindling Fire with Troy Mangum 24:22

1+ y ago24:22

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Here is my 200th podcast episode.I’ll be talking about the opportunity for the Gospel with the rise of AI1. What actually is Generative AI, LLM, ChatGPT?2. What are the social ramifications of deep fakes and other new AI events?3. What is the amazing opportunity for the Gospel to reach others right now?Thank you to all those who have listened to th…

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199. Shaka Gnar 2023- Recap- a Caleb Would Go production- Kindling Fire with Troy Mangum 8:24

1+ y ago8:24

8:24

Fast recap of Shaka Gnar 2023- a Caleb Would Go production- How did event go?- How much money did we raise for missionaries?- How to apply for missionary grants?https://www.calebwouldgo.com/applyBy Troy Mangum

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Reframing Pressure in Seasons of Suffering 45:28

2y ago45:28

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In this episode, Melissa unpacks the maturity that comes through letting God reframe our understanding of pressure, especially in seasons of suffering. This message was originally recorded in 2021 at Bethel Music Worship School. Our podcast is made possible by the generous support of people all over the world. If you were impacted by this episode, …

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198. Kingdom Life- Matt Tommey- Kindling Fire Podcast with Troy Mangum 37:52

2y ago37:52

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Welcome back a listener's favorite Matt Tommey sharing about his latest book- God’s Plan for LivingIn this episode we unpack-The main concept in Matt’s new book - Identity comes before - Design comes before- Expansion comes before- Assignment comes before- Living from & for LoveTo live a kingdom life you have to start with identify and design.For f…

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Information Is Not Transformation (Part 2) 40:27

2y ago40:27

40:27

In this episode, Jonathan Helser and Jason Vallotton continue their conversation about living as powerful, healthy men. “Where are you?” This was the first question God asked in the Bible to Adam and Eve after they sinned and were hiding. It is so important for us all to grow in understanding our stories so that we can confess to God and others whe…

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197. Shaka Gnar 2023- a Caleb Would Go production- Kindling Fire w/ Troy Mangum 33:08

2y ago33:08

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Caleb Would Go - exist to empower the adventurous!Chris, Parker and myself co-founded this 5013.c in honor of Caleb BellOn this podcast episode1. What is Caleb Would Go?2. What is Shaka Gnar-surf, skate, skim, fun run, art, music missionary annual fundraiser?3. Missionary Applications are open for 20234. How can you Go or Send missionaries through …

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Information Is Not Transformation (Part 1) 37:33

2y ago37:33

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In this episode, Jonathan Helser and Jason Vallotton dialogue about the work of living as a healthy man in today’s culture. Taking a season to slow down and strengthen our roots is a courageous and necessary step in the process of becoming who we were made to be. Jason Vallotton is a pastor and counselor in Redding, CA. He is a longtime friend of J…

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196. Wisdom vs. Revelation- Troy Mangum - Kindling Fire Podcast 27:03

2y ago27:03

27:03

*New Podcast* -Continuation from last discussion. “Christianity is this fierce contradiction and we don’t resolve the contradictions, they just remain fierce” GK Chesterton. (Paraphrased by Dr. Marc Buchanan)On this episode I discuss:1. Wisdom vs. Special Revelation tension2. Living in the “real” world3. God’s love and room for conflict in our spir…

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195. Looking for God in External World- Troy Mangum- Kindling FIre Podcast 29:34

2y ago29:34

29:34

Im pivoting to looking for God in the external world pivoting away from looking for God inside my thoughts & feeling. It’s new for me as I’m prone to excessive introspection & guilty of not enough tangible activities based off Biblical principles.Here is whats in this episode:1. Can you be so heavenly minded that you are no earthly good?2. What I l…

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194. Male Psychology- Chris Bruno- Kindling Fire Troy Mangum 41:10

2y ago41:10

41:10

Chris Bruno is a LPC, founder of Re:story counseling practice for men & Restoration Project ministry for men. Author of Sage & Man Maker Project In this episode we discuss1. What counseling steps help unlock & release men toward their best days2. How God dismantles false narratives in a man’s life3. How to move from from Warrior to Sage life stageF…

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Becoming a Powerful Woman (Part 2) 48:31

2y ago48:31

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This podcast episode continues the conversation between Melissa Helser, Justina Stevens, Jessie Miller & Phyllis Unkefer about living as rooted and empowered women in this day and age. This part of the conversation focuses on the work of being a powerful woman and what that work requires for the long haul of life. Through stories and examples from …

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Becoming a Powerful Woman (Part 1) 1:10:33

2y ago1:10:33

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What does it mean to be a powerful woman? In this podcast episode, Melissa Helser dialogues with Justina Stevens, Jessie Miller, & Phyllis Unkefer (three core leaders in our community) about living as rooted, powerful women in this day and age. This conversation centers around personal stories from each of the women about the process and reward of …

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