Live Your Purpose Podcast

Accountability isn’t about pressure—it’s about purpose. In this episode of the Live Your Purpose Podcast, I sit down with my longtime friend and accountability partner, Travis. We’ve known each other since high school, and over the years we’ve learned firsthand how powerful accountability can be for personal growth, discipline, and long-term consistency. We talk honestly about: Why accountability matters (especially when motivation fades) How discipline is built through consistency, not hype The role of friendship and trust in accountability Clarifying your “why” so you don’t quit when things get hard What real accountability looks like in everyday life Whether you’re chasing personal goals, growing in your faith, building healthier habits, or just trying to stay consistent, this conversation will challenge and encourage you to take ownership of your purpose—and invite the right people into the process. 🎧 Listen, reflect, and ask yourself: Who’s holding you accountable—and who are you becoming because of it? 👉 Subscribe for more conversations on purpose, growth, faith, and leadership.👉 Share this episode with someone who helps keep you accountable. We want to encourage you to 'Live every day intentionally on purpose

In this episode of the Live Your Purpose Podcast, we talk about one of the hardest—and most important—parts of the Christian life: learning to listen to God’s leading. I share my personal journey of leaving my hometown and moving to Omaha to help start a church plant, including the doubts, fears, and questions that came with taking a bold step of faith. How do you know what’s truly from God and what’s just your own thoughts? How do you leave behind what’s comfortable to step into what God is calling you toward? We also talk about that spiritual “sixth sense”—the quiet confidence that comes when you’re aligned with the Holy Spirit. That moment when you just know that you know that you know, even when the path ahead isn’t fully clear. If you’re wrestling with a decision, sensing a nudge from God, or feeling stuck between comfort and calling, this episode is for you. In this episode, you’ll learn: - How to discern God’s voice amid uncertainty - Why obedience often requires leaving comfort behind - How fear and peace can coexist - What it feels like to be in alignment with the Holy Spirit - Practical filters for making faith-filled decisions 🎧 New episodes of Live Your Purpose drop regularly—subscribe so you don’t miss what’s next! We want to encourage you to 'Live every day intentionally on purpose

In this episode of the Live Your Purpose podcast, host Sayre Bedinger sits down with Luis Vega-Mendez, a member of our church family, to talk about the why behind his consistent giving and generosity (of both time and money!)This isn’t about amounts or obligation — it’s about trust, obedience, faith, and aligning your life with what God is doing.You’ll hear:- How generosity became a spiritual rhythm- What consistent giving has produced in their life- How faith and trust grow through obedience- Encouragement for anyone wrestling with givingIf you’ve ever wondered why people give faithfully — or if generosity feels challenging — this conversation is for you. We want to encourage you to 'Live every day intentionally on purpose

In today’s episode of the Live Your Purpose Podcast, we’re talking about the one thing that separates people who start from those who actually finish: daily habits. Most people rely on motivation — but motivation fades. Discipline, tracking, and habit-stacking are what create real, lasting results. We’ll break down: - Why tracking progress and setting clear goals is essential - Why starters are everywhere but finishers are one in a million - How habit stacking makes new routines effortless - The truth about discipline vs. motivation - How small, consistent actions compound into massive change If you’re tired of cycling through “start–stop–start again,” this episode gives you the framework to finally build momentum that sticks. 🎧 Listen in and learn how to transform your habits, your discipline, and ultimately your life. We want to encourage you to 'Live every day intentionally on purpose

We can't truly live our purpose if we're fighting silent battles in our minds.In this powerful November episode of the Live Your Purpose Podcast, we revisit a panel discussion that digs deep into mental health, identity, and the daily pursuit of purpose. Our panel shares real experiences, emotional insights, and practical wisdom for anyone facing stress, anxiety, burnout, or emotional battles — and reminds us that purpose isn't just about what we do... It’s about who we’re becoming. In this episode, you’ll learn: - Why mental health and purpose are inseparable - How to handle emotional pressure while pursuing your calling - Practical habits for building a healthy mind and life - What faith and community can offer in moments of struggle - Encouragement for anyone feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or tired You are not alone. You are seen. You have purpose.And your mental health matters. 👇 If this helped you, like & subscribe for more life-building conversations.🎧 Listen on Apple Podcasts & Spotify We want to encourage you to 'Live every day intentionally on purpose

On the latest Live Your Purpose Podcast episode, Sayre Bedinger sits down with Sam Reynen, the Youth Pastor at Meadows Church. In this episode, we dive into the power of being authentic with youth students and young adults, as well as why leading the next generation is Sam's God-given purpose. Together they also discuss:💬 The power of authenticity in ministry🔥 Why students crave leaders who are real🙌 How youth leaders can make an eternal impact🤝 What it looks like to lead this generation with love and truth If you’ve ever wondered what makes youth ministry so powerful — or how to connect better with the next generation — this conversation will challenge and inspire you. 📍 Subscribe for more conversations about faith, purpose, and leadership.🎧 Listen on all podcast platforms: Spotify | Apple Podcasts | YouTube Music📍 Connect with Meadows Church → [church website or social link] #Faith #YouthMinistry #Leadership #Purpose #ChristianPodcast #AuthenticFaith #StudentMinistry #NextGeneration #MeadowsChurch #LiveYourPurposePodcast We want to encourage you to 'Live every day intentionally on purpose

How often have you felt like your past disqualified you from your purpose? In this episode of the Live Your Purpose Podcast, Sayre Bedinger & Monte Gannon will discuss how your past does the opposite of ruining your purpose or your testimony -- if you let it. Every one of us has a past, but the key is that we don't take up permanent residence there. There's a huge difference between acknowledging your past and living in it. We hope this episode encourages you, no matter where you've been or what you've been through, to allow God to move THROUGH your past! We want to encourage you to 'Live every day intentionally on purpose

Starting small is often the most difficult aspect of living your God-given purpose. It's so easy to be obsessed with instant gratification, but making incremental changes daily will often lead to the biggest results. This episode of the Live Your Purpose Podcast is a conversation between Sayre Bedinger and Pastor Dave Gifford, talking about Dave's journey through becoming a pastor after having a background in military, the medical field, fire rescue, and much more. When we make small changes daily, we start to see results over time. What small changes can you make today in order to live your purpose? #purpose #podcast #podcasts #liveyourpurpose We want to encourage you to 'Live every day intentionally on purpose

On the latest episode of the Live Your Purpose Podcast, host Sayre Bedinger sits down with Rachel Johnson to talk about what it was like growing up a pastor's kid, how she found her own faith, the challenges and pressures of being in the "shadow" of a pastor, and more! We also discuss what it's like to find your own passion and faith in Jesus, passing that on to the next generation, and saying yes to Jesus instead of just saying yes to our parents. We hope you enjoy this episode and please LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and COMMENT so this show reaches more people! We want to encourage you to 'Live every day intentionally on purpose

On this episode of the Live Your Purpose Podcast, Sayre Bedinger sits down with Leann Volz to talk about an unexpected journey to discovering God-given purpose. Leann is the mother of two autistic boys, and her family's experience led to the beginning of a brand-new ministry in the church called "The King's Table" Leann shares her journey in becoming a mom, the challenges and blessings of parenting children with autism, and the heart behind a ministry that has already begun to see growth! If you have any questions for Leann, please send us a message at [email protected], and we would love to connect with you. Put "KING'S TABLE" in the subject! We want to encourage you to 'Live every day intentionally on purpose

How do we know we're following God's calling on our lives? How can we discern between our own wants and desires and what God wants? Sayre & Bryce Bedinger discuss uprooting their lives to plant a church, finding purpose in a completely unfamiliar place, and how relationships were impacted!We hope to always add value to your life through stories of life change and pursuing purpose!Don't forget to like, SUBSCRIBE, comment, and share this with others!  We want to encourage you to 'Live every day intentionally on purpose

Join us as we share our journey of raising our kids to love Jesus and stay connected to the church! In this podcast, we dive into why we chose homeschooling for our family and how it helps us point our children to Christ every day. We share how living our purpose as parents has transformed our family life and strengthened our faith. If you’re passionate about intentional parenting, Christian family values, or homeschooling, this episode is for you! Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share your thoughts in the comments below—we’d love to hear from you! If you have any specific questions about Kids ministry and/or homeschooling, email Bethanie at [email protected] We want to encourage you to 'Live every day intentionally on purpose

How does a self-proclaimed argumentative atheist become a church planting pastor? The latest episode of the Live Your Purpose Podcast is a candid conversation between Sayre Bedinger and Quenton Brodnak covering some of his incredible transformation story. While Quenton's story is one of conversion -- from atheism to following Christ -- you may still have questions, and that's fantastic. This podcast episode is meant to highlight why it's important to ask questions, seek answers, and keep knocking on the door! We want to encourage you to 'Live every day intentionally on purpose

Have you ever dreamed of turning your talent into a career or side hustle? If you're looking for encouragement in growing a business from scratch, adding a side hustle to your plate, or finding ways to add another income stream through your creative abilities, this conversation will be encouraging to you. Karissa Moreland and Kathrine Sullivan are the guests on Episode 8 of the Live Your Purpose podcast and they are the owners of K&K Photo and Film, a business they started in 2021 that has grown from an idea into a business that has bookings over a year away. What You're Getting in This Episode: - How did Karissa & Kathrine start their business from scratch?- Should you do work for free in the beginning stages for proof of concept?- How do they juggle working essentially multiple full-time jobs?- Why is being involved in the church non-negotiable for them despite the busyness of their lives?- What are their top tips for anyone looking into starting a business?- What do they know now that they wish they knew when they were starting out? This episode will help you discover tips for managing multiple income streams and help you learn key steps to take to start your own business. K&K Photo and Film Website: https://kandkphotofilm.com/?fbclid=IwY2xjawIHX0dleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHWLK5fLx5V_6zQLqPlG63nE476gxlRIP0-hoTLw5zI6dtYHJ7eNJY1BAGw_aem_JWgjvoAOckzVh_x7hEtZPQ Follow them on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kandkphotofilm Follow them on Instagram: @kandkphotofilm DON'T FORGET: Like, Comment, Subscribe, and SHARE! We want to encourage you to 'Live every day intentionally on purpose

Having a healthy body requires a lot of intentionality. What are some key tips for having a healthy body in 2025 (and beyond)?This episode of the Live Your Purpose Podcast will explore some of the different health and lifestyle changes Monte has taken on since his colon cancer diagnosis, as well as the importance of discipline throughout the process of pursuing better health. Here are some of the products/tools/supplements referenced in this podcast:Reverse Osmosis Water Purifier - https://aquatruwater.com/Air Purifier - https://shop.airdoctorpro.com/Portable Sauna –  https://serenelifehome.com/products/slisau20bk?srsltid=AfmBOoo4fFB45MMAXQtIl9hvI3_dObt4toRo0ZUjvmqZfLgktSSMPnRR (can also find this model on Amazon)15 Benefits of an Infrared Sauna - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iBJJD5MbsaEChemical-Free Detergents - https://trulyfreehome.com/Please Subscribe, Rate, and Review the show to get it out to more listeners! We want to encourage you to 'Live every day intentionally on purpose

We all want to be healthy in every possible way, so how can we have healthy minds in 2025? What you consume is what you become, meaning we need to be INTENTIONAL about the content we consume. In Episode 6 of the Live Your Purpose Podcast, Monte Gannon and Sayre Bedinger will talk through the importance of what content we consume, intentional learning and growth, as well as some of their biggest takeaways from books in 2024. And make sure you stay tuned for a giveaway chance at the end of the episode! We want to encourage you to 'Live every day intentionally on purpose

We all have opportunities to live out universal purposes (love God, love others, do the next right thing) but what about living our UNIQUE purpose? What about our unique giftings? Now, maybe more than ever, we have an opportunity to turn our passions into our careers, or even side hustles. What are you passionate about? What can provide for you? What do you enjoy doing? What meets a significant need in the world? Episode 5 of the Live Your Purpose Podcast explores more in-depth into how we can each live out our own UNIQUE purpose. It's not the destination, but the journey! We want to encourage you to 'Live every day intentionally on purpose

How can you discover your UNIQUE purpose in life? We all have different ways we can live with purpose universally, but how do you find the purpose that is unique to JUST you? Sayre Bedinger and Monte Gannon discuss in Part 1 of a two-part discussion on finding your own unique purpose! We want to encourage you to 'Live every day intentionally on purpose

How do we respond after a shocking diagnosis? How can we find “purpose” in our pain? Why does God allow certain trials and tragedies in our lives? How can we “go on” with life and even thrive and live out what we’ve been called to do in the midst of maybe the hardest thing we’ve ever been through? How can we live out our purpose no matter what? In this episode, we talk about: Saying a difficult “yes” to GodSticking with our purpose amidst tremendous painHow God is victorious even in trials or tragedy5 universal purposes YOU can live out today We want to encourage you to 'Live every day intentionally on purpose

How can you live your purpose if/when you hit rock bottom? How can you come back from seemingly the lowest points in your life?Episode 2 (and part 2 of 3) of the Live Your Purpose Podcast will dive into testimonies, stories, and questions surrounding what you can do to live your purpose after you've hit rock bottom as well as give you five easy universal ways to live your purpose no matter where you're at in life.Nobody is too far gone!Check out the podcast in video format on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LiveYourPurposePodcast We want to encourage you to 'Live every day intentionally on purpose

Pastor Monte Gannon and Sayre Bedinger of Meadows Church in Omaha, Nebraska sit down for a three-part conversation about finding your purpose in life, and why it's their hope for you to seek out your specific, God-given purpose. We want to encourage you to 'Live every day intentionally on purpose