EPISODE · Sep 17, 2025 · 54 MIN
Episode 80: 'Faith in the Fire: A 9/11 Survival Story' with Darin Kinder
from The Rev Rx Podcast | Conversations On What Matters Most · host Rev. Chad Potts, PharmD
For 25 years and 4 months, Darin Kinder served as a U.S. Secret Service agent—protecting five presidents, traveling to over 40 countries, and even riding mountain bikes alongside President George W. Bush. He’s seen history up close, from D-Day’s 75th anniversary in Normandy to the frontlines of the world’s most dangerous assignments. But nothing compared to September 11, 2001.That morning, Darin was inside 7 World Trade Center when the first plane struck. Minutes later, he was on the street rendering aid to a burn victim when the second plane hit the South Tower. Twice he sprinted for his life as the towers collapsed.In this gripping and deeply personal episode, Darin shares:Life as a Secret Service agent 9/11 through his eyes: survival, service, and sacrifice at Ground ZeroThe spiritual power of doing the next thing—faith as daily obedienceThe danger of tunnel vision in life, career, and familyWhy safe and comfortable isn’t our calling—obedience isThe meaning behind his book title: “Bury Me in a Dirty Suit”This is more than a survival story. It’s a challenge to live on mission, to embrace faith in the fire, and to spend our lives getting our suits dirty for the Kingdom.📖 Resources & Links📘 Book: Bury Me in a Dirty Suit on Amazon🌐 Ministry: Fierce Faith🌐 Speaking & Keynotes: DarinKinder.com
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For 25 years and 4 months, Darin Kinder served as a U.S. Secret Service agent—protecting five presidents, traveling to over 40 countries, and even riding mountain bikes alongside President George W. Bush. He’s seen history up close, from D-Day’s 75th anniversary in Normandy to the frontlines of the world’s most dangerous assignments. But nothing compared to September 11, 2001.That morning, Darin was inside 7 World Trade Center when the first plane struck. Minutes later, he was on the street rendering aid to a burn victim when the second plane hit the South Tower. Twice he sprinted for his life as the towers collapsed.In this gripping and deeply personal episode, Darin shares:Life as a Secret Service agent 9/11 through his eyes: survival, service, and sacrifice at Ground ZeroThe spiritual power of doing the next thing—faith as daily obedienceThe danger of tunnel vision in life, career, and familyWhy safe and comfortable isn’t our calling—obedience isThe meaning behind his book title: “Bury Me in a Dirty Suit”This is more than a survival story. It’s a challenge to live on mission, to embrace faith in the fire, and to spend our lives getting our suits dirty for the Kingdom.📖 Resources & Links📘 Book: Bury Me in a Dirty Suit on Amazon🌐 Ministry: Fierce Faith🌐 Speaking & Keynotes: DarinKinder.com
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Episode 80: 'Faith in the Fire: A 9/11 Survival Story' with Darin Kinder
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