Garage Nights

We’re diving into the beautiful, messy reality of life... the "highs" that make us feel invincible and the "lows" that make us question everything. Pr. Elijah Griner and Pr D'Andre Thomas joined me in this episode to explore how to find gratitude when things are good, how to keep your footing when the ground starts to shift, and how to enjoy everyday life in between the highs and lows.

Have you ever broken the law before?Many of us have, and at the end of the day whether you have or not, we all rely on God's love and His Amazing Grace. In this episode, Earl Miranda and Stephen Feist joined me in the garage to talk about their redemption story. We talked about the influence they received from their fathers, the need for belonging, the consequences of a life of crime, and ultimately, God's grace which changed their lives!

This episode was recorded with a live audience, at New Life South Coast. We had a powerful conversation about dealing with life's struggles, mental health, counseling, and getting punched in the face! I was joined by Eddie Harrison, Pr. Wandson Santana, and Matt Brum, who got real and transparent about how they navigated through their struggles and the tools and strategies they have picked up though the process.There is a surprise somewhere in the middle of this episode, so make sure you stick around until the end!

We welcome everyone (women included) to tune in for this conversation. I sat down my good friends Jeff Giammalvo and Randy Carreras, to talk about their battle and freedom from addiction. This conversation is for those who are currently struggling with the bondage of addiction and for the friends and family of those going through it. Here is one thing I know for sure, all things are possible through Christ!After hearing this episode, we encourage you to reach out if you need to connect with someone. You are not alone! You can email me at [email protected] or send me a DM on Instagram @garagenightspodcast

Soul Care is essential! It addresses the inner essence or core of every living being. In today's episode, I invited Skip Hall and John Duarte, two men who are very involved with "soul care" work, through Marked Men For Christ. Skip and John share about their personal journey, and how much healing and growth they have experienced, as they submit to God's will and invest in caring for their soul.For more info, check out the Marked Men website: https://www.markedmenforchrist.org

Did you know that less than half of U.S. households are headed by married couples? America... we have a problem! This is a topic I will be revisiting from time to time. Check out this conversation with Pr. Tim Feagins & Haywood Barnes, we talked about where they are today in their marriage and the many lessons they have learned along the way. LINKS FROM THIS EPISODE: Marriage data: https://www.census.gov/newsroom/press-releases/2025/families-and-living-arrangements.html#:~:text=December%2002%2C%202025-,Census%20Bureau%20Releases%20New%20Estimates%20on%20America's%20Families%20and%20Living,1%20in%204%20in%202025. The 5 Love Languages: https://www.amazon.com/Love-Languages-Secret-that-Lasts/dp/080241270X Conversation Cards: https://talkingpointcards.com/collections/couples?tw_source=google&tw_adid=&tw_campaign=23465166845&tw_kwdid=&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=23465168528&gbraid=0AAAAAogI9UpAhlRuPplBCIfurVl0WGUUY&gclid=Cj0KCQiA7-rMBhCFARIsAKnLKtClgHTwCYBYxuMa3x7LWM6rxEIc4yiq7wsIC9T8vpuPuvBN-pyrjb0aAnBgEALw_wcB

On Today's episode of Garage Nights, I sat down with Pastor Marco DeBarros, from New Life South Coast. I wanted to have a conversation with Marco, the man, not the pastor. We unpacked what life as a pastor looks like, the effects it has on your family, the pressures that come with the tittle, and much more. Listen in, and get to know more about this gifted leader, with an unmatched drive to build God's kingdom!