Entrusted Podcast

Yancy Carpenter grew up poor in Dothan, Alabama — fatherless, rebellious, and by his senior year of high school, convinced the best thing he could do for his family was end his own life. What happened instead, alone in the back room of a men's clothing store on the circle in Dothan, changed the entire trajectory of his life. In this conversation, Yancy takes us from the wiregrass to the mission fields of Uganda and the mud churches of South Sudan. He walks us through 20 years climbing the corporate ladder at Sysco, 15 years of unexplained infertility, failed adoption attempts, a miscarriage, and what it was like to finally hold Emily and Jack in a Dallas County courtroom — and then, at 40 years old, to find out Joy was pregnant on Mother's Day. He talks about what it means to leave a salary, insurance, and a pension behind when God calls you somewhere that can't match any of it — and how a tornado in Beauregard, Alabama became the unlikely provision that kept Four Corners Ministry's thrift stores running. This is a story about obedience over outcome, the cost of leaving comfort, and what it looks like to be entrusted with life itself. Learn more about Four Corners Ministry: https://www.fourcorners.org/ Timestamps: 0:00:00 – Welcome & Blayne's absence (family first in action) 0:00:45 – Introducing Yancy Carpenter & Four Corners Ministry 0:02:06 – First birth: growing up poor in Dothan, AL 0:04:17 – A mother who loved Jesus and worked multiple jobs 0:05:35 – The three lies that nearly destroyed him 0:13:37 – The rant that became a prayer — and what happened next 0:27:56 – God's plan through Sysco: favor he didn't deserve 0:38:32 – Two Sudanese men in a Sunday school class change everything 0:41:06 – Guatemala, Lupita, and a Smarty that crushed him 0:48:14 – "These are not your hands" — South Sudan, 2010 1:03:11 – Leaving Sysco for Four Corners: do you trust me to provide? 1:07:27 – Joy's breast cancer and Psalm 103 1:18:00 – Fifteen years of infertility and wrestling with God 1:24:26 – The miscarriage, and learning he was enough 1:25:19 – The adoption journey: Lifeline, a profile never circulated, and a phone call in New Orleans 1:32:24 – Emily, Jack, and the birth certificate that made him weep 1:35:07 – Julia — born at 40, on Mother's Day 1:38:48 – Family worship and stacking wood 1:43:57 – What God has entrusted him with

What happens when everything in your life is working… and God asks you to walk away from it? In this episode of Entrusted, we sit down with Taylor Teel (Executive Director of Camp Maranook) to walk through a story marked by survival, success, surrender, and ultimately obedience. From a life-threatening diagnosis as a newborn to building a thriving career, and then taking a massive pay cut to step into ministry, Taylor’s story is a powerful reminder that God is not looking for comfort—He’s looking for obedience. This conversation hits on pride, legalism, identity, calling, and what it really looks like to depend fully on the Lord when the path forward doesn’t make sense. If you’ve ever wrestled with what God is calling you to do—or what it might cost—this one is for you. Camp Marannook is a Christ-centered residential summer camp in Lafayette, Alabama focused on helping students encounter the Gospel, grow in their faith, and be discipled in God’s Word. Through intentional teaching, community, and mentorship, Marannook exists to raise up the next generation to know and follow Christ. https://marannook.org/ Timestamps 00:00:00 Intro 00:03:49 First Birth / Second Birth 00:16:45 Pride / Legalism 00:27:45 College Life 00:36:50 Dependent on God 00:38:45 Early Career Years 00:43:50 Primo 00:54:00 Getting Into Ministry 01:06:00 Wrestling With the Call 01:13:30 Taking the Leap of Faith 01:20:00 Stepping Into Ministry Life 01:27:30 When Everything Feels Like It’s Falling Apart 01:35:00 God’s Provision in Uncertainty 01:43:30 Building Something That Lasts 01:50:00 Trusting God Daily 01:55:00 What We’re Entrusted With 01:58:00 Closing

In this episode of Entrusted, we sit down with entrepreneur Jim Corman to walk through a life shaped by ambition, pressure, and ultimately surrender. From building and selling companies to being told at 29 he might not survive the stress, Jim’s story takes a turn when faith becomes more than belief—it becomes the lens through which he makes every decision. This conversation gets to the heart of what it means to live faithfully in the middle of business, success, and responsibility. We talk about: When faith becomes real, not just cultural The cost of chasing success without perspective What pressure reveals about what you trust Stewardship vs. ownership Why success won’t satisfy you Moving from success to true significance If you’re building a career, leading others, or trying to figure out what really matters—this one will challenge you. Chapters: 00:00:00 Intro 00:02:00 Jim’s story + early faith 00:11:00 When faith became real 00:24:00 Pressure, stress, and a breaking point 00:28:00 Surrender and what followed 00:32:00 Rethinking success and stewardship 00:40:00 Integrity and hard decisions 00:49:00 Success vs. significance 01:08:00 Retirement that didn’t satisfy 01:21:00 What really matters 01:49:00 What Jim has been entrusted with

Josh Wetzel was leading patrols in Kandahar, Afghanistan when he stepped on an IED on May 31, 2012 — losing both legs above the knee. But this episode isn't really about the explosion. It's about what came after: Walter Reed, a marriage quietly falling apart behind closed doors, survivors guilt, depression, and a Facebook ad for a gym that started putting things back together. Josh sits down with Blayne, Brock, and Ben to talk about everything from the battlefield to Iron Tribe Auburn to the founding of Forging the Warrior Family — a nonprofit giving veteran families access to community, fitness, and each other. This episode releases on Josh's 40th birthday. A fitting one. Forging the Warrior Family Foundation: https://www.forgingthewarriorfamily.com/ The Wetzel (April 18th @ Iron Tribe Auburn): https://wardamnwetzel.com/ Entrusted is a podcast about what you've been given and how you're stewarding it — all to the glory of God. New episodes every Monday. 🎙 Subscribe on Apple Podcasts & Spotify 📲 Follow us on Instagram: @entrustedpodcast 00:00:00 Welcome & Josh's 40th Birthday 00:01:13 What Is the Wetzel? Setting the Stage 00:01:31 Afghanistan: Kandahar, Mushan, and the IED Threat 00:04:48 Josh's First Deployment & Learning on the Job 00:07:14 Taking the Metal Detector Himself 00:10:11 The Big Battalion Mission, May 2012 00:11:21 The Day Before: A Soldier Loses Both Legs 00:12:03 May 31st: Josh Steps on the IED 00:16:00 Flying Through the Air — What It Actually Felt Like 00:17:36 His Medic, His Best Friend, and the Flip Joke 00:19:53 The Grape Fentanyl Lollipop 00:23:03 The Helicopter Ride & the Intraosseous Needle 00:25:30 Waking Up in Germany Three Days Later 00:28:18 His Wife Paige Gets the Call 00:30:08 Walter Reed: The Best Amputee Hospital in the World 00:33:21 Recovery Timeline: Prosthetics by Christmas 00:35:22 Faith: Fire Insurance, Falling Away, and Coming Back 00:37:30 How Different Soldiers Handle the Same Injury 00:39:38 Walter Reed Community and the Quadruple Amputees 00:43:32 Moving to Auburn, Leaving the Army, Losing Community 00:45:03 Behind Closed Doors: Depression, Separation, Running from God 00:45:54 The Iron Tribe Facebook Ad 00:46:38 Survivor's Guilt and His Alive Day 00:48:26 Meeting Austin at the Kroger Starbucks 00:50:31 Learning to Squat Again, Finding Confidence 00:51:32 Paige Shows Up at the Gym with a Gift Box 00:53:13 Doing the Wetzel for the First Time 00:54:01 Deciding to Fight for the Marriage 00:55:18 Bringing Paige to Iron Tribe 00:56:05 What Community Did That the Army Once Did 00:59:22 The ASBA Partnership and Raising $3,000 01:01:01 The Idea: Help the Whole Family, Not Just the Veteran 01:02:32 Founding Forging the Warrior Family 01:02:47 This Saturday: The Wetzel at Iron Tribe Auburn 01:05:41 How to Sign Up + Event Details 01:06:47 James 1 & Romans 8:28 — What This Story Is Really About 01:07:57 Closing

Most people have already given up on their New Year's resolutions by the time you're watching this.  In this episode, Ben, Brock, and Blayne get honest about what it actually looks like to try to build better habits, and how often we fall short. From budgeting to working out to being present at home, these are three guys figuring it out in real time, not experts with it all together. Ben shares a framework from Habits of the Household by Justin Whitmel Earley that helped him think through his roles, his vision, and the small daily things that actually move the needle. The conversation drifts into fatherhood, marriage, the Sabbath, and one of the most convicting ideas in the episode — your family won't rise to your aspirations. They'll fall to your habits. No formulas. Just honesty, some laughs, and a real challenge at the end. 📖 Habits of the Household – Justin Whitmel Earley 📖 The Common Rule – Justin Whitmel Earley 🎁 GIVEAWAY — We're giving away a copy of Lead Your Family by Jeff Applegate — a book on instilling vision, mission, and core values in your home. To enter: subscribe to our YouTube channel, follow us on Instagram & Twitter, like this video, and comment "Lead Your Family" on this video!  👕 Primo Golf Apparel — use code ENTRUSTED for 15% off at primogolfapparel.com CONNECT WITH US: 📱 Instagram | Twitter | Apple Podcasts | Spotify TIMESTAMPS: 00:00:00 Intro & banter 00:02:48 Brock on New Year's goals & reflection 00:06:10 Brock's health habits & cutting soda 00:09:13 Building a family budget from scratch 00:17:29 What happens when you quit by March 00:19:42 Blayne's confession: money before habits 00:23:54 Core values matter more than resolutions 00:29:05 Giveaway — Lead Your Family by Jeff Applegate 00:32:00 Discipline, moderation & fighting sin as a Christian 00:34:29 The law of sowing and reaping 00:39:34 The Sabbath & the rhythms God built into life 00:41:38 Give work your best. Give your family the same. 00:51:22 Your family falls to your habits, not your aspirations 00:56:49 Follow me as I follow Christ 00:59:47 Closing challenge: memorize scripture

Hoffman Rhyne grew up in rural Alabama and came to Auburn University with a faith that was more cultural than real. What followed was a complete transformation—one that led him from nominal belief to a life spent on mission, including nearly two decades of ministry in China. In this episode of Entrusted, Hoffman shares how learning to read the Bible reshaped his life, how cross-cultural missions exposed blind spots in his own heart, and what the global Church has to teach us about following Christ faithfully. We also dive into unity in the Church, the dangers of consumerism in American Christianity, and how believers should approach disagreements with humility and conviction. Today, Hoffman serves with Christ Our Redeemer Seminary in Auburn, Alabama—a seminary built in partnership with local churches to train and send Christlike leaders for God’s global mission. His work is centered on equipping ordinary believers, not just pastors, to understand the Bible, live faithfully, and take part in the mission of God. If you’ve ever wondered how to grow in your faith, understand Scripture more clearly, or live with greater purpose, this conversation will challenge and encourage you. https://www.christourredeemer.org ⸻ Timestamps: 00:00:00 Intro 00:02:10 First Birth / Second Birth 00:18:14 Learning to Read the Bible 00:28:40 Approaching Disagreements Among Believers 00:30:30 Sharing the Story of the Bible (Different Lengths) 00:32:42 From Nominal Pagan to Missions in China 00:40:14 Primo 00:41:15 How Perspective Changed After Overseas Missions 00:57:50 Things We Are Blind to in American Culture 01:04:00 Consumerism in America 01:07:10 Christ Our Redeemer Seminary 01:13:30 Unity of the Church 01:35:20 How Regular Christians Can Study the Bible 01:43:16 Wrap Up Questions ⸻ #EntrustedPodcast #ChristianPodcast #Missions #BibleStudy #Faith #Church #Discipleship #ChristianLiving #Gospel #Theology

00:00:00 Intro 00:02:35 First birth/second birth 00:13:23 Definition and importance of expositional preaching 00:15:10 Impact of confession 00:19:50 Failure and trials as a part of Steven’s testimony 00:25:00 Struggle of people pleasing (Galatians 1:10) 00:28:10 Opening up about unhealthy body image struggles 00:31:24 How we speak MATTERS 00:35:47 What Steven would say to someone struggling with an eating/exercise disorder 00:37:20 Foundational years in early college 00:41:24 Not getting into Med School 00:47:15 Finally in Med School 00:48:58 Primo 00:49:52 What motivated Steven to pursue medicine 00:54:12 More pruning: No Match 00:57:40 God is Sovereign!! 01:02:41 Early career and raising children 01:07:00 The Lord can use circumstances to affirm decisions 01:11:34 The things of this world will not bring ultimate fulfillment 01:15:10 Fatherhood 01:19:40 Discipleship as a way of life (and a listener question) 01:24:45 Intercessory prayer 01:28:30 Comforting patients and families in sickness 01:32:20 Brock has healthcare questions 01:35:37 Wrap up questions

00:00:00 Intro 00:02:33 First Birth/Second Birth 00:16:00 Life in Law Enforcement 00:21:44 Mental health in law enforcement 00:27:08 Share your burdens with others 00:30:27 School resource officers 00:41:25 Johnathan’s advice after losing over One Hundred pounds 00:49:37 Primo 00:50:37 More learning for Johnathan 00:54:30 God’s faithfulness throughout his life and story 01:01:05 Leadership lessons 01:06:05 Brock’s FBI dreams and how to get out of a ticket (lol) + other law enforcement discussions 01:23:12 What are you entrusted with

What happens when everything you thought defined your life is suddenly taken away? In this episode of Entrusted, Bo Bradford shares his powerful testimony of faith after being diagnosed with stage 4 lung cancer. After mysteriously losing his voice in 2025, doctors discovered a tumor pressing against the nerve controlling his vocal cord. Further scans revealed cancer that had already spread throughout his body. In the middle of suffering, uncertainty, and a life-altering diagnosis, Bo says the Lord used this season to humble him, expose sin, deepen his faith, and restore his heart for worship. From battling a hidden addiction to leading worship again months later, Bo’s story is a reminder that God is sovereign even in suffering. We talk about faith, repentance, suffering, fatherhood, the hope of the gospel, and what it means to truly trust God when the future is uncertain. If this story encourages you, consider sharing it with someone who may need hope today. Subscribe for more conversations about faith, vocation, and stewardship of the lives God has entrusted to us. ⸻ #ChristianPodcast #FaithInSuffering #CancerTestimony #ChristianFaith #GodsSovereignty #ChristianStory #EntrustedPodcast #Testimony #HopeInChrist #ChristianMen #FaithStory #ChristianYouTube #GospelHope ⸻ 00:00:00 Intro 00:01:15 First Birth/Second Birth 00:04:20 Bo loses his voice  00:08:00 Stage 4 Lung Cancer Diagnosis  00:10:05 Fathering young children without a voice  00:13:00 Bo’s walk with The Lord before diagnosis  00:14:38 Freedom from a pornography addiction  00:31:20 The best 6 months of Bo’s marriage have been since cancer diagnosis  00:32:40 Cancer Update  00:37:00 Primo 00:38:00 God’s sovereignty through Bo losing his voice 00:41:15 The importance of music for Bo during this season  00:44:45 Scriptural reflections related to Bo’s story (Luke 1, Joshua 3-4)  00:46:50 REMEMBER God’s faithfulness  00:51:20 Rest at the foot of the cross 00:56:00 A deeper understanding of The Gospel through suffering  00:59:10 Idolizing the things and comforts of this world (money, success, pleasure, etc)  01:03:31 Grief and suffering as a Christian  01:10:24 Five purposes of suffering Bo has recognized  01:14:40 Closing: What are you Entrusted with?

00:00:00 Intro 00:01:25 Background / First Birth 00:06:24 Second Birth 00:12:02 Importance of their relationship with each other (proximity and accountability) 00:15:09 Faith is understanding we are broken and in need of a savior 00:16:45 More background on Bryan Bros 00:21:30 YouTube golf origins 00:29:44 Primo 00:35:30 Wesley FIRES George… 00:40:28 Back together and pursuing YouTube Golf 00:42:09 Faith keeping them grounded in their golf journey 00:49:31 Blayne laments not starting his own YouTube golf journey 00:55:38 Wesley’s suspension 00:59:10 Internet Invitational 01:04:22 How they are stewarding what they’re entrusted with 01:09:05 George recommends Intentional father by Jon Tyson 01:10:36 Wesley points to their best videos (Major cuts) 01:13:16 Is Nostalgia Sinful?

00:00:00 Intro 00:02:00 Listener Encouragement 00:02:43 Life changes since we started Entrusted 00:08:28 Blayne’s upcoming golf trips and his hunting endeavor 00:16:00 Update on Brock’s fitness journey 00:26:50 Enough of the rambling… What has this experience been like for Brock? 00:29:00 Live text encouragement from listener then back to Brock 00:40:28 Parable of the talents discussion (what are you entrusted with?) 00:48:55 Look backwards to see God’s faithfulness 00:52:22 What has this experience been like for Blayne? 00:55:17 We need guests! Send us ideas or come on yourself! 00:56:34 Brock’s thoughts about on camera vulnerability 01:00:21 Open up about your struggles with others!!

https://hudsonforalabama.com/meet-jared/ https://www.covenantrescue.org   Jared Hudson served as a SEAL Operator and sniper with Naval Special Warfare, with deployments in Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom. He founded The Shooting Institute (TSI), providing tactical training to law enforcement, military, and civilians, and Covenant Rescue Group (CRG), a nonprofit combating human trafficking and child exploitation through operations, training, and advocacy. Hudson is also a Reserve SWAT Deputy in Alabama and an advocate for constitutional rights. Hudson is an author of "Waging War in the High Places - The Armor of God through the Eyes of a Navy SEAL" and speaks nationwide on faith-based topics. He is a devoted Christian, husband, father of three, and he emphasizes family values and community engagement. He currently leads CRG's efforts to rescue trafficking victims globally while raising awareness about exploitation networks through public speaking and media appearances. Now, Jared is running for Senate.  00:00:00 In this episode 00:00:21 Intro 00:02:30 First Birth/Second Birth 00:07:38 More of Jared’s early life 00:10:49 Becoming a Seal 00:13:58 Sniper School 00:17:43 Parallels between spiritual and physical warfare (Ephesians 6) 00:20:31 No sidelines in war. Stand and fight! 00:21:28 Submerge yourself in scripture 00:25:33 Most people quit AFTER the hard part is already over. 00:28:48 Primo 00:29:43 Cancer diagnosis 00:34:05 Getting out of the Seals 00:35:55 Fighting Human Trafficking (Covenant Rescue Group) 00:40:26 Protecting your own children online 00:44:09 Family 00:49:27 Running for Senate 00:55:48 Closing Encouragement (What are you Entrusted with)

Episode #07 Ryan Ward 00:00:00 Welcome Back 00:01:14 Introducing Ryan 00:03:50 First Birth/Second Birth (Testimony) 00:05:46 First Date FLYING A PLANE 00:15:31 When he knew he would be a fighter pilot 00:21:00 First time flying fighter 00:30:17 Landing on an aircraft carrier 00:37:16 Primo 00:38:08 Finding out what he would be flying 00:41:23 First lesson in compartmentalization 00:42:56 God puts us where we need to be 00:46:50 Grounded in Christ 00:49:35 Stepping in faith when you feel led (even when it doesn’t make sense) 00:53:14 Struggle, Pray, Think, Act 00:55:55 We are forgetful sheep… but Grace 00:58:57 9/11 memory 01:01:55 Why his call sign is Psycho 01:03:15 Combat Deployment 01:15:00 Balancing Family and War 01:24:22 June 15, 2008 01:50:30 Landing the plane… what are you entrusted to steward today 01:54:16 Quiet your ego to listen to God 01:55:55 Closing encouragement

In this episode, the guys open up on their personal lives. Join us for a discussion on contentment, anxiety, and focusing on today while always trusting God for tomorrow. The guys reflect on some of the takeaways from previous episodes as well.  0:0:00 In this episode  0:00:26 Proverbs 23:4 Discussion  0:05:10 Reflection from Kerry episode 0:06:45 Contentment (or discontent…) 0:10:07 Blayne opens up about his personal financial lessons 0:22:15 Tithing even when it’s uncomfortable 0:31:22 Primo 0:32:17 Carrying tomorrow’s weight today (Matthew 6) 0:43:17 It’s never enough. 0:46:22 Humility through submission to authority 0:47:43 GOD IS GOOD (encouraging reflection for the guys) 0:49:00 Brock’s fitness journey update 1:00:47 GET OUT OF YOUR HEAD (closing encouragement)

In this Episode, we interview former Auburn University and Las Vegas Raider’s football player John Samuel Shenker. See the timestamps/chapters below for a look into our discussion.  0:00 Intro 4:44 First Birth/Second Birth (testimony) 13:37 Sanctification  18:45 Early College Struggles  23:57 Being a light in an SEC locker room 30:55 Challenge of Changing High Schools  35:06 Difficulties of Heart Change (Which Wolf Are You Feeding?) 40:25 Good word from Blayne on faithful living  45:20 Primo Ad 46:20 Welcome to The NFL 56:33 What the Lord taught him through NFL (identity/idolatry discussion)  1:04:30 What he is Entrusted with Today  1:09:35 Peace in uncertainty  1:14:04 The Lord’s unique calling and gifting for all of us  1:17:00 Father Discussion  1:24:20 Greatest Auburn football game he ever played in

Kerry Bradley is a longtime business and retail leader and Auburn University graduate. After early career roles at Procter & Gamble and as a founder of his own consulting firm, he joined LensCrafters and its parent company, Luxottica. He spent 25 years there, ultimately serving as President of Luxottica Retail North America, overseeing 5,000 stores, $7 BILLION in sales, and 35,000 associates. Kerry has been married for 38 years, has three adult children and nine grandchildren, and has served in board leadership roles with his church, national ministries, and Auburn University.       0:00 Intro 1:52 Background/Testimony (Kerry considers taking his life…) 16:00 Funny interview story 18:50 Kerry starts his own business 22:00 Shocking answer about Kerry’s ambition 27:18 The Lord alters Kerry’s path (listen to God) 32:30 Be Patient! 38:06 Primo Ad 39:00 Back to Corporate World 41:00 Stewardship Mindset 44:30 Ruthless Prioritization. (THIS IS GOOD) 55:25 Marriage 59:29 Living faith in a corporate environment. (Great story) 1:04:43 Retirement (wearing out not rusting out) 1:13:00 Awesome Fatherhood discussion 1:18:30 What are you Entrusted with?

In this episode we interview one of our own, Blayne Barber. We filmed this as practice before recording our first interview with a guest, and wanted to share Blayne’s story with our audience.    Tune in to hear Blayne’s background, his golf journey, and God’s sovereignty throughout. We talk about pressure, fear/anxiety, college as formative years, full reliance on The Lord, and much more.    0:00 Intro 2:20 Blayne’s background  12:30 Blayne is good at golf  15:20 Emptiness in chasing accomplishments  19:15 Struggle of the ups and downs  23:50 Pressure is a gift 29:24 Blayne working at golf 35:20 Blayne’s recruitment  43:07 Primo 44:00 Brock wants to know about private jet  45:50 College forms Blayne’s faith  52:22 Importance of the Local Church 58:49 Transition to Pro Golf 1:03:53 DISQUALIFIED (Be obedient) 1:13:14 Full reliance on The Lord  1:16:38 Fear/Anxiety  1:26:03 Identity  1:28:50 Seek first the Kingdom of God  1:32:37 Golf ends…. 1:35:10 SIKE 1:41:36 What are you Entrusted with 1:44:00 Trials are a gift from God 1:45:20 God will provide

In this Episode the guys interview Grant Horvat. Tune in to learn about Grant's background, his testimony, and what The Lord has "Entrusted" him with. 0:00 intro 24:35 testimony 33:50 Introduce People to Jesus  36:40 Why people are interested in Grant’s content 41:16 Primo Ad Read 42:00 Identity in God, not content 43:42 “Post and Ghost” Story 55:00 Compartmentalization 57:00 Brotherhood/Accountability 1:00 other opportunities outside of YouTube 1:06 “What are you Entrusted with” 1:09:30 What happened at Barracuda… 1:15:45 Spiritual Challenge From Grant to Listeners (Sabbath/Quiet Time) 1:18:04 Grant’s favorite video of his own for listeners to check out.  1:20:07 Thanks  @GrantHorvatGolfs  (https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCgUueMmSpcl-aCTt5CuCKQw)  Instagram: instagram.com/granthorvat https://youtu.be/ArV1zSpoUFo https://youtu.be/tRQ8S0W1py4

Everyone is entrusted with something. Steward it well.