The Casually Spiritual Podcast

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S1E9–Angela Ekstrum On this episode of the podcast, Alec has a conversation with Angela Ekstrum. Angela currently serves on the communications team at Church On the Move, but she didn’t grow up in the church. As a teenager, she found herself in bad relationships, dysfunctional situations, and addiction. An encounter with Jesus at a local church event served as the turning point Angela needed--one that wound up changing the entire trajectory of her future and family. Using her past experiences and the lessons she’s learned, Angela uses her testimony to connect with others coming from difficult circumstances. Join us this episode as Alec and Angela discuss faith, changing directions, and creating a family legacy. Follow us on Social Media! Instagram: @CasuallySpiritual Twitter: @ThisIsTheCSP Facebook: The Casually Spiritual Podcast Credits: Host - Alec Saygnaphay Producer & Original Music: David Anderson Technical Assistance & Consultation: Jordan Lynch, Jordan Lynch Consulting: Darion McClendon Logo: Rachel Rhoades, Rachel Rhoades photography Editing: Kayla Fletcher Support The Casually Spiritual Podcast by donating to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/casually-spiritual

On this episode of Casually Spiritual, Alec sits down with Brandon Querin. Brandon’s had just about every job you can think of. Landscaping, youth ministry, and missions have all taught him the values of friendship and mentorship. His journey of faith is an encouragement to anyone wondering what their next step is. Join us this episode as Alec and Brandon discuss spiritual rest, experiencing a desert season, and trusting God with what’s next. Follow us on Social Media! Instagram: @CasuallySpiritual Twitter: @ThisIsTheCSP Facebook: The Casually Spiritual Podcast Credits: Host - Alec Saygnaphay Producer & Original Music: David Anderson Technical Assistance & Consultation: Jordan Lynch, Jordan Lynch Photography: Darion McClendon Logo: Rachel Rhoades, Rachel Rhoades photography Editing: Kayla Fletcher Special Thanks: Episode photography by Madison Hill Support The Casually Spiritual Podcast by donating to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/casually-spiritual

Ephraim Taylor is Casually Spiritual’s strongest guest yet. Having trained for and participated in American Ninja Warrior, Ephraim knows about the strength it takes to endure tough situations. A mountain-climbing trip with some guys from church became a turning point in his relationship with God. He was confronted with not just physical fitness, but was also challenged to gauge his spiritual strength. This episode, join Alec and Ephraim as they talk about pride, intentionality, and truly experiencing the love of God. Follow us on Social Media! Instagram: @CasuallySpiritual Twitter: @ThisIsTheCSP Facebook: The Casually Spiritual Podcast Credits: Host - Alec Saygnaphay Producer & Original Music: David Anderson Technical Assistance & Consultation: Jordan Lynch, Jordan Lynch Photography: Darion McClendon Logo: Rachel Rhoades, Rachel Rhoades photography Editing: Kayla Fletcher Support The Casually Spiritual Podcast by donating to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/casually-spiritual

This time on Casually Spiritual, Alec is joined by longtime friend Jacob Northrop. Both Alec and Jacob found a path to pursue God, but wound up doing so in different places and ways. An internship in Colorado had Jacob surrounded by strong believers yet left with a deep sense of inadequacy. Many of the other people in the internship had come from great situations, but Jacob saw himself as the jock that could have been found at parties a year prior. A willingness to serve and having other people see something in him led Jacob to find his purpose and believe that God had a plan for his life. Join us this week as old friends reunite and have a great conversation about faithfulness and living a life of purpose. Follow us on Social Media! Instagram: @CasuallySpiritual Twitter: @ThisIsTheCSP Facebook: The Casually Spiritual Podcast Credits: Host - Alec Saygnaphay Producer & Original Music: David Anderson. Special Credit this Episode to Grant Geisbauer. Technical Assistance & Consultation: Jordan Lynch, Jordan Lynch Photography: Darion McClendon Logo: Rachel Rhoades, Rachel Rhoades photography Editing: Kayla Fletcher Support The Casually Spiritual Podcast by donating to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/casually-spiritual

On this episode of the podcast, Alec sits down with Kayla Fletcher and talks about the power of grace and forgiveness in the midst of pain and confusion. Growing up in the middle of a dysfunctional family, Kayla had to overcome a lot of heartaches. The relationship she had with her sister was one that she felt was too broken to repair. After coming to the harsh conclusion that she actually hated her sister, Kayla knew she had to make a change...a change that was only going to happen with the help of God. Join us this episode as Alec and Kayla discuss the restoration that is possible even in relationships that appear too damaged to ever find healing. She's an Enneagram 2 Wing 1. Follow us on Social Media! Instagram: @CasuallySpiritual Twitter: @ThisIsTheCSP Facebook: The Casually Spiritual Podcast Credits: Host - Alec Saygnaphay Producer & Original Music: David Anderson Technical Assistance & Consultation: Jordan Lynch, Jordan Lynch Photography: Darion McClendon Logo: Rachel Rhoades, Rachel Rhoades photography Editing: Kayla Fletcher Support The Casually Spiritual Podcast by donating to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/casually-spiritual

On this episode of Casually Spiritual, guest Drew Lehew talks about the damage that pornography can have in personal relationships. Someone that struggled with pornography himself, Drew shares about how he let that struggle eventually become a part of his identity. No one knew about his struggle, and yet it was hurting him in secret. Through Drew’s story, we learn that letting go of baggage and letting others in opens the door for God to take control. That’s where true freedom happens. Join Drew and Alec for this conversation as they discuss how encountering God can lead to learning how to become a better man, husband and leader. Follow us on Social Media! Instagram: @CasuallySpiritual Twitter: @ThisIsTheCSP Facebook: The Casually Spiritual Podcast Credits: Host - Alec Saygnaphay Producer & Original Music: David Anderson Technical Assistance & Consultation: Jordan Lynch, Jordan Lynch Photography: Darion McClendon Logo: Rachel Rhoades, Rachel Rhoades photography Editing: Kayla Fletcher Support The Casually Spiritual Podcast by donating to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/casually-spiritual

Tyler Downes is known as a husband, friend, church staff member, and Christian. His story is one that is familiar for a lot of people: for years, he struggled with alcohol, relapse, and trusting that God had a plan for his life. Through a series of several events, Tyler gained the wisdom he needed to lay alcohol aside and pursue a future with God. Spiritual experiences like a conference and working at a church summer camp helped him gain new insight on the interesting game that life tends to be--a game in which God doesn’t require you to be perfect, but that you go in giving it 100%. Follow us on Social Media! Instagram: @CasuallySpiritual Twitter: @ThisIsTheCSP Facebook: The Casually Spiritual Podcast Credits: Host - Alec Saygnaphay Producer & Original Music: David Anderson Technical Assistance & Consultation: Jordan Lynch, Jordan Lynch Photography: Darion McClendon Logo: Rachel Rhoades, Rachel Rhoades photography Editing: Kayla Fletcher Support The Casually Spiritual Podcast by donating to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/casually-spiritual

If you’ve ever made plans and then had those plans completely change, this week’s episode is for you. Katherine Price joins Casually Spiritual for a conversation about how crazy life can get in the midst of careful planning and preparation. Gearing up for the end of her time at nursing school, Katherine had to face obstacles brought on by the scoliosis diagnosis she received as a kid. Surgery and extreme methods were suddenly a possibility, and Katherine had some very tough decisions to make regarding her career and future. Through everything, she learned that although life doesn’t always pan out like the 5-year plans that we make, the direction that God leads us in always teaches us to trust Him. Join us for this episode to hear about the ups and down of life, the challenges that can get in our way, and the power Scripture can have in changing our perspective on it all. Follow us on Social Media! Instagram: @CasuallySpiritual Twitter: @ThisIsTheCSP Facebook: The Casually Spiritual Podcast Credits: Host - Alec Saygnaphay Producer & Original Music: David Anderson Technical Assistance & Consultation: Jordan Lynch, Jordan Lynch Photography: Darion McClendon Logo: Rachel Rhoades, Rachel Rhoades photography Editing: Kayla Fletcher Support The Casually Spiritual Podcast by donating to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/casually-spiritual

For our premiere episode, host Alec gets casually spiritual with Noah Shock, a typical young adult who enjoys things like video games and serving at his local church. Noah could never have seen the changes that were coming for him in 2016. Literally. Diagnosed with a rare eye condition, Noah shares his story of navigating the world of legal blindness and how a mind set on God brought him through some of the most difficult circumstances he’s ever had to face. His story is one of hope and God’s faithfulness. Noah is an ordinary guy with an extraordinary testimony, and he’s starting off this week’s episode with a casually spiritual conversation that you don’t want to miss! Follow us on Social Media! Instagram: @CasuallySpiritual Twitter: @ThisIsTheCSP Facebook: The Casually Spiritual Podcast Credits: Host - Alec Saygnaphay Producer & Original Music: David Anderson Technical Assistance & Consultation: Jordan Lynch, Jordan Lynch Photography: Darion McClendon Logo: Rachel Rhoades, Rachel Rhoades photography Editing: Kayla Fletcher Support The Casually Spiritual Podcast by donating to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/casually-spiritual