In Hebrews 6, we’re told to move beyond the “elementary teachings” of Christ and grow toward maturity. Last week, we explored repentance. This week, we dig into what it really means to place our faith in God —not just to get saved, but to keep living in faith every day. Alyn unpacks why so many believers have faith to be saved but not to live free, shares a deeply personal story of wrestling with fear and mental health, and offers three practical steps to grow in active, living faith. This episo...
Aug 10, 2025•53 min
In this episode of Goodly Talks , Alyn kicks off a new series on the “elementary teachings of Christ” from Hebrews 6, starting with one of the most misunderstood topics in the church: repentance. With clarity, humor, and real-life examples, Alyn breaks down what repentance actually is and what it isn’t. Spoiler: it’s not about feeling bad enough or working hard to earn God’s approval. It’s a decision to agree with what God says is true and to walk in a new direction. You’ll discover how repentan...
Aug 03, 2025•45 min
Alyn offers a heartfelt and transparent “State of the Union” address for Goodly, sharing the facts about where we’ve been, the feelings that come with building something from the ground up, and the focus we’re holding onto as we look to the future. From a financial report that reflects God’s faithfulness to the bittersweet reality of saying goodbye to people we love, this episode is an honest reflection on what it means to follow Jesus together, especially in the in-between. Whether you’re part ...
Jul 27, 2025•39 min
In this episode Blake Jones takes us on a journey with stories of pride, disappointment, miraculous healing, and the deep ache of grief. Through testimony, ministry moments, and the story of Naomi and Ruth, the message is clear: even in bitterness, confusion, or burnout, God is still writing redemptive stories. Blake explores how subtle "disqualifications" creep in, why obedience still matters, and how staying close to God - even when it doesn’t make sense - can change everything. For anyone fee...
Jul 20, 2025•37 min
In this vulnerable message, Blake Jones explores the beauty and gravity of covenant: what it meant in the Old Testament, how Jesus fulfills it in the New, and what that means for our daily walk with God. We’re reminded that God’s promises are always mediated through covenant and that covenant comes with a call—to live set apart, to draw near, to remember who He is and who we are in Him. With honest reflections, raw stories, and a father’s heart, we’re invited to return to our first love, reconne...
Jul 13, 2025•41 min
What do you do when you think God is speaking—especially through a dream, picture, or word? In this episode, we wrap up our series on the prophetic by talking about how to handle revelation with wisdom and humility. Whether it’s a word for someone else or direction for your own life, there’s a process to walk it out: asking questions, seeking interpretation, testing and weighing, and staying rooted in Scripture. We’ll also talk about how to recognize God’s voice, the best practice for sharing wo...
Jul 06, 2025•35 min
In this deeply personal message, Blake Jones invites us into his journey of rediscovering the gospel—not as theory, but as the life-altering truth that keeps pulling us back to Jesus. Using the parable of the prodigal son, Blake vulnerably shares how even years into following Christ, he found himself resonating with the older brother: frustrated, embittered, and believing the lie that God was withholding something good. With honesty, humor, and power, Blake unpacks the beauty of our humanity, th...
Jun 29, 2025•40 min
Have you ever wondered if that random thought, dream, or gut feeling might actually be God speaking? In this message, Alyn continues our series on Hearing the Voice of God by unpacking the surprising and biblical ways God communicates—through Scripture, dreams, visions, impressions, and more. You’ll learn how to recognize revelation, why the Bible remains the ultimate filter, and how hearing God isn’t just for the spiritually elite. With humor, stories, and practical tools, Alyn helps us tune in...
Jun 22, 2025•27 min
What is prophecy, really? In this episode, we unpack the beauty and simplicity of hearing God’s voice for others. Far from being weird or judgmental, true prophetic ministry reflects the heart of the Father—encouraging, uplifting, and full of love. We explore what Scripture says about prophecy, how everyone can grow in it, and why it’s more about building people up than calling them out. You’ll hear practical tools, biblical examples, and personal stories that show how prophecy is meant to bring...
Jun 15, 2025•32 min
This week’s episode is all about hearing God’s voice—not just in theory, but in your everyday life. AJ shares a foundational teaching (inspired by Dr. Mark Virkler) that changed her life and continues to shape how she connects with God today. You’ll learn: •Why even Jesus needed to hear the Father’s voice •How spontaneous thoughts might be God speaking •Four simple steps to practice “journaling with Jesus” •Why hearing God is more natural than you think •And how a trip to Walmart led to an unexp...
Jun 08, 2025•25 min
This week marks the final episode in our teaching series on healing—and it’s chock full of testimonies. From cancer disappearing mid-surgery to healing in prisons, checkout lines, and even cramped airplane galleys, we’re not just talking about healing anymore—we’re doing it! In this episode, Alyn shares personal stories that will inspire you to step out in simple faith and pray bold prayers. You’ll hear how obedience (even awkward, stumbling obedience) opened doors for miracles and salvation. Yo...
Jun 01, 2025•41 min
In this episode, Alyn dives deep into the common—but biblically unfounded—reasons many Christians give for why healing doesn’t happen. Drawing from the life of Jesus and powerful Scriptures that show He healed everyone , Alyn challenges misconceptions like “God’s teaching you a lesson” or “you don’t have enough faith.” You’ll hear a raw and honest message that’s both pastoral and theologically grounded—plus a miraculous testimony of a cancerous tumor that vanished after prayer. If you’ve ever wr...
May 25, 2025•38 min
Why doesn’t everyone get healed when we pray? In this episode of Goodly Talks , Alyn takes on the big question many of us are afraid to ask. The Bible is full of healing—Jesus modeled it, empowered His disciples to do it, and expected that we would too. So why doesn’t it always happen? With honesty and biblical clarity, Alyn explores four scriptural examples that might offer insight—but not doctrine—about why healing isn’t always immediate. From pride to unbelief, emotional interference to lack ...
May 18, 2025•34 min
Jesus didn’t just forgive sins—He healed bodies, too. In part two of our healing series, Alyn shows how Scripture links forgiveness and healing through the atonement. He unpacks why many churches shy away from teaching on healing—pointing to fear, bad theology, and discomfort with the supernatural—and why that needs to change. With real-time ministry moments and word-of-knowledge demonstrations, this episode invites you to lean into the messiness of obedience and embrace the call to do what Jesu...
May 11, 2025•50 min
What do we do with a command from Jesus that feels impossible? This week, Alyn tackles the wild tension between our human limitations and Jesus’ clear instruction to heal the sick . Starting in Matthew 10, we trace the call, the authority, and the empowerment Jesus gave his disciples. Alyn shares stories from his own journey of discovering a theology of healing, the challenge of facing disappointments when healing doesn’t happen, and the invitation for every believer to step into healing ministr...
May 04, 2025•47 min
What actually changed because Jesus came? In this honest and hope-filled episode, AJ unpacks what happens when we step into the reality of the resurrection—not just in theory, but in everyday life. Drawing from personal stories, Scripture, and a little humor, she explores how Jesus didn’t just give us a ticket to heaven—He gave us peace, freedom, healing, identity, relationship, and the indwelling power of the Holy Spirit. If you’ve ever felt like Christianity was about surviving life until you ...
Apr 27, 2025•40 min
This week on Goodly Talks , AJ shares a powerful and honest reflection on the triumphal entry of Jesus, the hope we have in Him, and what to do when life doesn’t look like we thought it would. Drawing from Scripture and personal stories, she unpacks what it means to be born into a living hope—one that needs to be fed, nurtured, and held onto, especially when it feels like we’re stuck between Good Friday and Easter Sunday. Whether you’re feeling weary, waiting on a breakthrough, or simply in need...
Apr 20, 2025•31 min
In this special Palm Sunday message, AJ reflects on Jesus’ triumphant yet humble entry into Jerusalem—not just as a historical event, but as a picture of two opposing kingdoms. AJ invites us to examine our own expectations of how Jesus “should” show up in our lives, and how often we miss what He is doing because we’re fixated on what we hoped He’d do. Blending biblical insight, historical context, and personal testimony, AJ paints a powerful contrast between Rome’s parade of power and Christ’s q...
Apr 13, 2025•33 min
In this episode of Goodly Talks , Alyn offers an invitation to encounter the Spirit of God in a real, personal, and powerful way. Starting in John 16, Alyn explores what Jesus meant when He said it’s better for us that He goes so the Holy Spirit can come. You’ll learn what it means to be filled with the Holy Spirit (and why it’s not a one-time event), how to recognize when you’re being led or moved by the Spirit, and the crucial role of simple obedience—even when it doesn’t make sense. This talk...
Apr 06, 2025•38 min
What do you do when a relationship feels off? How do you walk away from a conversation that’s going sideways? Should you revisit a confrontation that happened years ago? In this Q&A episode, Alyn responds to real questions from listeners about confrontation, conflict, and hard conversations—with wisdom, honesty, humor, and a whole lot of grace. Drawing from Scripture and lived experience, this episode is packed with insight on navigating tension, recognizing red flags, honoring others withou...
Mar 30, 2025•45 min
In this episode of Goodly Talks , we’re starting to land our series on confrontation, conflict, and courageous conversations by diving into what biblical confrontation really looks like. Pulling from Romans 12.18 and Luke 17.3, Alyn explores concepts like how to stay in your 50%, why avoiding or attempting to control conflict never works, and how to lovingly—but honestly—confront someone in a way that fosters connection, not chaos. If you’ve ever wondered how to approach hard conversations with ...
Mar 23, 2025•47 min
In this episode of Goodly Talks , our intern Blake shares a powerful message about what it truly means to walk with God. Drawing from scripture and personal experiences, he challenges us to move beyond mere belief and into a lifestyle of intimacy, obedience, and practical godliness. Blake unpacks the difference between simply existing in faith and actively taking ownership of our spiritual lives, encouraging us to cultivate consistency, stewardship, and connection with God. If you’ve ever wonder...
Mar 17, 2025•42 min
One year ago, we opened our doors with a simple prayer: God, do what only You can do. And He has. In this special episode, we’re celebrating one year of God’s faithfulness through the voices of those who’ve experienced it firsthand. You’ll hear real stories from real people—testimonies of physical healing, financial breakthrough, and deep spiritual and emotional transformation. God’s goodness isn’t just a theory—it’s something we’ve seen, felt, and lived. And today, we’re taking a moment to reco...
Mar 09, 2025•42 min
Conflict is inevitable, but it doesn’t have to be destructive. In this session, Alyn unpacks 3 simple keys for communicating with wisdom, clarity, and grace. Learn how to navigate communication breakdowns, understand different “codebooks” of interaction, and take responsibility for what’s truly yours—without carrying what isn’t.
Mar 02, 2025•40 min
Many people think peace means avoiding conflict, keeping the peace at all costs, or making sure everyone is happy. But biblical peace isn’t about people-pleasing or passivity. In this first message of our series, Conflict, Confrontation, and Courageous Conversations , we unpack what Paul meant when he told us to “live at peace with everyone.” Join us as we explore what true peace looks like in our personal relationships and what it takes to walk in both truth and love—even when it’s uncomfortabl...
Feb 23, 2025•48 min
Generosity isn’t just something we do—it’s a way of life that creates a ripple effect. In this final message of our four-part series on blessing, Alyn unpacks the biblical principle that generosity begets generosity. Many people give, but few understand the deeper truth: when we tithe and give, we step into God’s cycle of provision and blessing. In this message, we explore: ✅ The difference between tithing and giving ✅ How a generous heart multiplies blessing in your life ✅ Why holding back can ...
Feb 09, 2025•49 min
The tithe is one of the most misunderstood concepts in the Bible. For years, poor teaching has used it as a tool for guilt and shame—but that was never God’s intent. In this message, Alyn unpacks the timeless nature of tithing and why it’s the first step toward biblical blessing. With a mix of Scripture and personal testimony, he explores what the tithe is, where it came from, and how God uses it to bless His people. If you’ve ever wrestled with questions about tithing, this teaching will bring ...
Feb 02, 2025•43 min
We love to talk about some kinds of blessing, but there’s a danger that others make us uncomfortable. For example, we're fine with the idea that salvation is the ultimate blessing, but when we start talking about other kinds of blessings—provision, favor, success—suddenly, the conversation gets tense. Alyn unpacks this tension and asks the hard questions: 💡 Why are we eager to accept some biblical blessings but hesitant about others? 🤔 Do we redefine “blessing” to match our experience rather t...
Jan 26, 2025•51 min
In this message, Alyn dives into a new topic that’s both challenging and transformative: blessing . Whether it’s cultural mindsets, incorrect teaching, or our pre-understandings about money and prosperity, Alyn helps us explore the gaps between God’s perspective and ours. He unpacks how Scripture calls us to embrace not only humility but also the honor, abundance, and breakthrough that God longs to pour into our lives.
Jan 19, 2025•42 min
In this episode, AJ opens up about the negative mindsets she’s leaving behind as she steps into 2025. From letting go of self-doubt to breaking free from limiting beliefs, she shares personal insights on what it means to move forward with clarity and purpose. Meanwhile, Alyn brings a timely word of encouragement for the new year, offering fresh hope for what’s ahead. Tune in to be inspired, challenged, and equipped to embrace 2025 with a renewed mindset and heart. Links from this episode: Bitter...
Jan 12, 2025•26 min
