Kanakuk Institute Podcast: Recent Episodes
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The Kanakuk Institute is an eight-month post-graduate leadership development program providing Biblical and theological training to prepare men and women for a lifetime of ministry. This podcast includes short conversational Biblical teaching to continue to equip our alumni and friends in the truth of God’s Word.
Alumni MiKayla Collver shares how her life has been radically changed by Jesus and how she has learned to lean on His character - especially in the unknown and prayers not yet answered.
Alumni Kat & Ingrid Mueller share their story of growing up with a twin and how their relationship changed when they met Jesus.
Alumni Annie Mouton shares how she decided to take a year before going into the corporate world of engineering to attend the Kanakuk Institute and invest in her walk with the Lord by spending 8 months studying God's Word.
Alumni DJ Beachy shares how discipleship has heavily impacted his life and walk with Jesus - especially as he walked through the unexpected loss of his father.
Alumni Zoee Weaver shares her story of finding a faith rooted in Jesus in the midst of sports and recovery.
Alumni Peyton Todd dives further into his story of how he came to put his faith in Jesus through the support of his family and God's ongoing pursuit of his life.
Alumni Peyton Todd shares his redemption story from a past of crime to living in community focused on Christ.
Alumni Emma Kate "EK" Graham shares her story of striving and finding abundant life in Christ.
Alumni Jon Maldonado shares how his time at the Kanakuk Institute 16 years ago still impacts his life today - in work, family, and the community.
Jake & Emily Sizelove share the story of their marriage and how the Lord drew them closer together and to Himself through the loss of their son, Beau.
Bodie & Marissa Connolly share their family's story as well as share different resources and programs for families of children with special needs that have helped them as they walk through life living every day to the fullest. We hope this episode is encouraging and provides hope in knowing that you are not alone!
Alumni Bodie & Marissa share their story of how they met, lessons they've learned in their marriage, and how God showed up in the bumps of life.
How will you be a difference maker to change the world for the cause of Christ? Keith concludes teaching through the book of Nehemiah by addressing key principles to remember when in leadership when faced with problems.
What are you celebrating today that brought a smile upon your face? Keith teaches Nehemiah 12 and talks about what it looks like to live a life of joy - even in the midst of hardship.
Chad sits down with two Kanakuk Institute parents, Kristin Barton and Tracey Scherer, to share their experience traveling with their daughters to Greece and Italy. We're excited for you to hear about the trip from the parent perspective!
Chad sits down with alumni Hannah Breth & Charis Wieschhaus as they share their experience traveling to Greece & Italy with the Institute.
Chad sits down with students Avery Scherer & Britt Barton to share about this year's Spring Trip to Italy & Greece - the highlights, favorite locations, and what it's like to visit places where scripture was written.
Keith teaches through Nehemiah 10 and highlights the importance of family values and promoting unity among the family and God's people.
Keith walks through Nehemiah 9 and the examples of spiritual disciplines that we can live out in our own lives.
Keith talks aboutpassing the baton of faith to the next generation & training up others well.
Robert Bruce shares about his family's experience with postpartum depression and practical ways he and his wife walked through that season.
Keith sits down with Robert Bruce as he shares practical ways he and his wife have learned, as parents, to steward and shepherd the hearts that God has entrusted them with.
Keith shares key principles from Nehemiah 5 of being a great leader in the midst of "spiritual famine."
Keith uses Nehemiah as an example of using your gifts & talents to glorify the Lord wherever you are as an ambassador for Jesus.
Keith teaches the end of Nehemiah 2 and shares practical tips of how to respond when facing opposition as you walk with God.
Keith shares some of the lessons we can learn from Nehemiah on leadership, vision, and faithfulness - with an eternal significance.
KI Alumni! We would love to pray for you and any specific prayer requests that you have during our Alumni Day of Prayer on December 19th. Click here to submit your prayer requests.
Tim Lampley continues to share his experience of grief after losing his two sons - including how it affected his relationship with God and his marriage.
KI Alumni! We would love to pray for you and any specific prayer requests that you have during our Alumni Day of Prayer on December 19th. Click here to submit your prayer requests.
Tim Lampley shares about losing his two sons and reflects on how the Lord met him in his grief.
KI Alumni! We would love to pray for you and any specific prayer requests that you have during our Alumni Day of Prayer on December 19th. Click here to submit your prayer requests.
Tommy Nelson walks through the remainder of the book of Ecclesiastes.
KI Alumni! We would love to pray for you and any specific prayer requests that you have during our Alumni Day of Prayer on December 19th. Click here to submit your prayer requests.
Tommy Nelson walks through Ecclesiastes chapters 1 and 2 - the critiques of life.
KI Alumni! We would love to pray for you and any specific prayer requests that you have during our Alumni Day of Prayer on December 19th. Click here to submit your prayer requests.
Chad Hampsch & Jennifer Ford discuss music, movies, and media and what it looks like to navigate & engage in social media as it relates to how we walk with Jesus every day.
Keith encourages us in how we can be intentional in finding contentment no matter the circumstances in our lives.
Keith walks through Proverbs 30:15-20 and shares practical examples of how we can pray.
Keith walks through Proverbs 30:7-14 and practical ways we can apply the passage to our life.
What does it mean to have a quiet time? How do I read my Bible? Keith uses the beginning of Proverbs 30 to walk through how we can study God's Word and live out what we're learning each and every day.
We are excited for our upcoming trip to Greece and Italy in February/March of 2026! If you want to learn more about joining our trip, email joy@kanakukinstitute.com or check out our website here.
How do spiritual gifts play out and affect relationships? How do spiritual gifts make the church a better place? Keith chats with Lamar Trieschmann about spiritual gifts and how we can focus on using our gifts to build up the church and the body of Christ.
We are excited for our upcoming trip to Greece and Italy in February/March of 2026! If you want to learn more about joining our trip, email joy@kanakukinstitute.com or check out our website here.
Keith celebrates the freedom that is found in forgiveness. From his personal story with his father to forgiving ourselves and others, Keith emphasizes the importance of God's forgiveness and understanding the grace that is only found in Jesus Christ.
We are excited for our upcoming trip to Greece and Italy in February/March of 2026! If you want to learn more about joining our trip, email joy@kanakukinstitute.com or check out our website here.
Keith finishes our series on Philippians by walking through how we can find gratitude and contentment in the midst of any circumstance.
We are excited for our upcoming trip to Greece and Italy in February/March of 2026! If you want to learn more about joining our trip, email joy@kanakukinstitute.com or check out our website here.
Looking to Philippians 4:6-7, Keith walks through practical ways to approach anxious thoughts.
We are excited for our upcoming trip to Greece and Italy in February/March of 2026! If you want to learn more about joining our trip, email joy@kanakukinstitute.com or check out our website here.
Continuing our series in Philippians, Keith walks through Philippians 4:1-6 - how to stand firm in what you believe while also promoting unity and living with joy.
We are excited for our upcoming trip to Greece and Italy in February/March of 2026! If you want to learn more about joining our trip, email joy@kanakukinstitute.com or check out our website here.
Keith teaches Philippians 3:15-21 and what it looks like to live today while eagerly awaiting the return of Jesus.
We are excited for our upcoming trip to Greece and Italy in February/March of 2026! If you want to learn more about joining our trip, email joy@kanakukinstitute.com or check out our website here.
What are you running towards? What does Paul mean when he tells the Philippians to "press on"? Keith answers these questions as he walks through Philippians 3:12-14 and what it means to run our race with with purpose.
We are excited for our upcoming trip to Greece and Italy in February/March of 2026! If you want to learn more about joining our trip, email joy@kanakukinstitute.com or check out our website here.
Keith continues teaching through Philippians 3 (verses 6-11) and shares how we can navigate what matters most in life.
Keith begins teaching on Philippians chapter 3 (verses 1-6) - encouraging us to press on to tell our story and how God is working in our lives.
Keith concludes the second chapter of the Philippians series - how to have a kingdom purpose in our daily lives.
Continuing in the Philippians series, Keith addresses what it means to "work out our salvation" (Phil 2:12-15).
Keith continues teaching through Philippians highlighting how we can follow the example of Christ and how He is at work in our lives through sanctification.
Keith teaches through Philippians 2:1-6 and how we can have a humble attitude of gratitude.
Keith dives into Philippians 1:21-30 and shares how we can live with proud confidence in the Gospel with the purpose of making Christ known regardless of our circumstances.
Keith walks through Philippians 1:12-20 and shares how we can be trailblazers for the Gospel as we share our stories and how we have witness God work in our own circumstances for the progress of the Gospel.
Keith walks through Philippians 1:8-11 and shares how we can make Christ known by living as a good teammate and friend to those around us.
Keith continues teaching through Philippians 1 - focusing today on sanctification and the role of the Holy Spirit and the Word of God in our lives as God continues the good work He began in each of us.
Keith shares an overview of the book of Philippians by highlighting the various themes of the book and the context of what was happening in the world when Paul was writing.
Alumni Ben Underwood reflects on his past year and how he has witnessed the character of God in the midst of suffering.
Alumni Cullen Slattery & Keilee Webb talk about the Gospel and Spiritual Disciplines. What is the gospel? How do we share it? What does it mean for us personally? What does a daily walk with Christ look like? What disciplines should I practice? Cullen & Slattery share with Keith how they have found answers to these questions as they've studied God's Word.
Alumni Liv Conklin and Sydney Claire Washburn share with Keith what they have learned about prayer and the church. Specifically why and how we are called to pray and key aspects to look for when finding a church.
Alumni Jake Monsees and Sarah Brady talk with Keith about the reliability of Scripture and Angels, Satan, & Demons. Is the Bible reliable? Why can we trust it? Do we have guardian angels? Who is Satan? Jake & Sarah share how studying the Bible as well as external sources has helped answer these questions.
Alumni Grace Schnelle & Liv Coey talk with Keith about the Holy Spirit & the Trinity. Where is the Trinity in the Bible? What does the Holy Spirit do in our lives? Grace & Liv share where they find the answers to these questions in Scripture and how learning about the Holy Spirit & Trinity have impacted their faith.
Keith talks with alumni Biz Long & Josh "Babs" Babione to discuss the big questions being asked in the world today about God and where they go in Scripture to answer those questions.
Keith sits down with Dr. Lynn Stucky to reflect on the beginning of the Institute and all the opportunities he and his family have experienced because of KI - establishing a foundation of a biblical worldview, traveling to Israel, earning credit towards a Masters degree and so much more!
Grant Gaines walks through an overview of the book of Ephesians and reminds us of our identity in Christ and what it looks like to live out the calling Christ has for us.
Keith, Karen, Chad, & Cat sit down to recap the 2025 Institute Trip to Greece & Italy. Part 2 shares memories and highlights from Pompeii, the Mamertine Prison, Roman Colosseum, and exploring & enjoying the culture of Italy.
To learn more about future trips with the Kanakuk Institute, click here.
Keith, Karen, Chad, & Cat sit down to recap the 2025 Institute Trip to Greece & Italy. Part 1 shares memories and highlights from Delphi, Corinth, & Mars Hill.
To learn more about future trips with the Kanakuk Institute, click here.
Keith & Mitch Maher walk through the journey of the apostle Paul and talk about how the Lord redeemed Paul's life and ministry.
Grant Gaines walks through the book of 1 Timothy and encourages us with reminders of Truth from God's Word.
Pete Deison shares what he learned while studying Eccelsiastes in seeing life from a heavenly perspective and gives a specific message to those who are struggling with feeling empty.
Dr. David Daniels talks with Chad about God's heart for the nations and shares practical ways as the church body and individuals can live with a missional mindset.
If you would like to learn more about Dr. David Daniels' books you can do so through the links below:
Next Step Discipleship: The Christian's Handbook For Walking The Pathway To Missional Living by Dr. David Daniels
Behold: Following Jesus from Gethsemane and Golgotha to the Empty Grave - Dr. David Daniels
Keith and Chad discuss Psalm 127:1-5 and Proverbs 22:6 and how families can practically and intentionally raise up their kids on the foundation of Scripture.
"Unless the LORD builds the house, They labor in vain who build it; Unless the LORD guards the city, The watchman keeps awake in vain. It is vain for you to rise up early, To retire late, To eat the bread of painful labors; For He gives to His beloved even in his sleep. Behold children are a gift of the LORD, The fruit of the womb is a reward. Like arrows in the hand of a warrior, So are the children of one's youth. How blessed is the man whose quiver is full of them; They will not be ashamed When they speak with their enemies in the gate." - Psalm 127:1-5 NASB95
"Train up a child in the way he should go, Even when he is old he will not depart from it." - Proverbs 22:6 NASB95
Keith & Chad share practical tools on how to create a Christ-centered marriage in your home - from prioritizing your personal relationship with Jesus to making spiritual conversation an intentional part of your day.
Alumni Jason & Kelsey Adam share their story of pain and perseverance - how postpartum depression and multiple baseball related injuries affected their marriage, family, and faith and how they learned to love each other better through all the hard they encountered.
Mitch Maher shares his cancer journey, the questions he wrestled with, and how the grace of God carried him through.
Keith, Karen, & Chad talk about the Win-Win method in conflict that can help each other and your marriage become the very best it can be.
Have you ever had someone push your "fear button"? Keith, Chad, and Karen discuss the idea of the Fear Dance (created by Greg & Gary Smalley) - how to practically identify your fear button and how you can respond to better strengthen your marriage.
Click here to learn more about the Fear Dance and discover your core fear.
Keith, Karen, & Chad discuss a key communication tool that can be used in all types of relationships as well as practical ways to apply it in our day to day lives.
Tommy Nelson joins Keith in the studio and shares his thoughts on the culture of America, the "echoes" he's noticing across the country, and the examples from Scripture that guide how the people of God should live today.
In Part 4 of our Marriage series, Keith, Chad, & Karen talk about one more lie that we can believe about marriage - that my past will have no impact on my marriage.
As the end of the year approaches, if you would like to give towards the Kanakuk Institute's mission of equipping men & women with biblical skills for a lifetime of ministry, click here. Thank you for your continued prayers and support of the Institute!
If you'd like to learn more about the mission of the Kanakuk Institute, visit kanakukinstitute.com.
In Part 3 of our Marriage series, Keith, Chad, & Karen talk about two more lies that we can believe about marriage:
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Good marriages don't have conflict.
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If things aren't easy then maybe I married the wrong person.
As the end of the year approaches, if you would like to give towards the Kanakuk Institute's mission of equipping men & women with biblical skills for a lifetime of ministry, click here. Thank you for your continued prayers and support of the Institute!
If you'd like to learn more about the mission of the Kanakuk Institute, visit kanakukinstitute.com.
Keith, Chad, & Karen continue our marriage series as they talk about three more lies that we can believe about marriage:
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My spouse will meet my needs and help me feel less insecure
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The problems we had when dating or engaged will get better once we are married.
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Good marriages don't have conflict.
As the end of the year approaches, if you would like to give towards the Kanakuk Institute's mission of equipping men & women with biblical skills for a lifetime of ministry, click here. Thank you for your continued prayers and support of the Institute!
If you'd like to learn more about the mission of the Kanakuk Institute, visit kanakukinstitute.com.
Continuing our Marriage Series, Keith, Karen, & Chad talk about a few of the lies we can believe about marriage.
As the end of the year approaches, if you would like to give towards the Kanakuk Institute's mission of equipping men & women with biblical skills for a lifetime of ministry, click here. Thank you for your continued prayers and support of the Institute!
If you'd like to learn more about the mission of the Kanakuk Institute, visit kanakukinstitute.com.
Tommy Nelson joins Keith in the studio to encourage us in how to have a successful marriage.
As the end of the year approaches, if you would like to give towards the Kanakuk Institute's mission of equipping men & women with biblical skills for a lifetime of ministry, click here. Thank you for your continued prayers and support of the Institute!
If you'd like to learn more about the mission of the Kanakuk Institute, visit kanakukinstitute.com.
Alumni Betsy Bolick joins Keith in the studio to share her story of how the Lord used sacral agenesis to draw Betsy closer to Him and continues to use her story to reveal Himself to others.
Keith, Karen, & Chad talk about the current state of marriage in the world and its impact on culture. They share statistics as well as practical ways to invest in your marriage today.
Keith sits down with Kerby Anderson to share apologetical tools believers can use when talking with friends and family about other religions.
To learn more about Kerby Anderson, Probe Ministries, or access the resources he talked about in today's episode, visit probe.org.
Keith sits down with Scott Wozniak to learn his story and how Scott discovered his calling to develop leaders in the workplace for the Kingdom of God.
To learn more about Scott's story and the resources mentioned on the podcast, you can visit Scott's website at https://www.scottwozniak.com/.
“I am the true vine, and My Father is the vinedresser." - John 15:1
Keith explains how we can practically abide daily with Jesus through different spiritual disciplines.
Jesus said to him, “I am the way, and the truth, and the life; no one comes to the Father but through Me." - John 14:6
Keith walks through how Jesus is the Way, the Truth, and the Life and why this is significant for each of us.
Jesus said to her, “I am the resurrection and the life; he who believes in Me will live even if he dies, and everyone who lives and believes in Me will never die. Do you believe this?” - John 11:25-26
Keith encourages us with the reminder that Jesus obediently did what nobody else could have done for the sins of the whole world so that the whole world could know Him, and be with Him, for all of eternity in Heaven.
“I am the good shepherd; the good shepherd lays down His life for the sheep."
- John 10:11
Keith walks through what it means for Jesus to be our Good Shepherd and shares his experience of trusting the Good Shepherd in the midst of uncertainty.
I am the door; if anyone enters through Me, he will be saved, and will go in and out and find pasture. - John 10:9
Keith explains this verse and how Jesus is the door to salvation for all who believe.
Then Jesus again spoke to them, saying, “I am the Light of the world; the one who follows Me will not walk in the darkness, but will have the Light of life.”
- John 8:12 NASB95
Keith shares how he has witnessed this verse play out in his own life and reminds us that Jesus is the Light who brings hope to the hopeless.
Jesus said to them, “I am the bread of life; he who comes to Me will not hunger, and he who believes in Me will never thirst" - John 6:35 NASB95
Keith digs into the first of seven I AM statements and shares how Jesus can take what we have and make it enough because He is our provider AND He is the provision.
Why would a loving God create evil? If God is good, why do bad things happen? Keith shares how he personally wrestled with these questions in his own life and the answers he found.
Alumni Raegan Hardesty shares her story of becoming a believer after years of living as an atheist, how she wrestled with the idea of a loving God, and what the Lord is doing in her life now.
Alumni Nick Ginn shares his story of finding freedom from addiction and performance and how God is using his story to impact the lives of others.
Alumni Lauryn Mekelburg shares her story and how she wrestled with the character of God and His love in the midst of grief and the unknown. Be encouraged today by Lauryn's story!
Alumni Colt Edwards shares how the Lord has worked and sharpened him during his time at the Institute - specifically in the area of self-image and self-worth. You won't want to miss hearing Colt's story!
Keith sits down with Institute alumni, Carter Robertson & Brett Vaughn to hear about their story, their time at the Institute, and why they decided to take a year to get more biblical training even though they already had biblical training from college.
Keith concludes our series on the book of James with encouragement and challenge from James Chapter 5.
Keith continues teaching through the book of James. Today, he focuses on James Chapter 4.
Alumni Josh Mawhorr shares his experience at the Institute and how he is applying what he learned this past year to his marriage, raising a family, and coaching basketball.
Alumni Tiara Ward shares her experience of coming to the Institute after being in the workplace for several years and how God used the past 8 months to provide in ways she could never imagine!
Alumni Josh Grogan shares his story of how God continues to bring people into his life to help him grow in his faith and know God's character - especially through the avenue of running.
Recent alum, Regan O'Shea, shares how she has witnessed the Lord faithfully work in her life in the midst of sickness and anxiety and how her time at the Institute has prepared her for her career in medical administration.
Recent alum, Victor Barbieri, shares his story of the freedom he found in knowing Jesus and how his life has radically changed because of the gospel.
Keith sits down with Mike Predovic to share how the new Institute campus, The Cottages at Lake Shore, came to be. Listen to see how God was preparing the campus "for such a time as this".
Keith & Chad reflect on the past year at the Institute and encourage us to continue to run the race.
Keith teaches through the last part of James chapter 3 - teaching what it looks like to walk in wisdom and freedom.
Keith walks through the first half of James chapter 3 and the power our words have to build up those around us.
Keith continues walking through the book of James and what it can look like to do good works out of the overflow of our faith.
Keith teaches through the first part of James Chapter 2 and ways we can practically apply the text to our lives today.
Alumni Andrew & Emily Cordasco share about their journey doing ministry overseas - from graduating from the Institute to being called to ministry in Thailand and how the Lord has worked in their lives to reach the unreached.
Tommy Nelson breaks down the book of Ecclesiastes and highlights how we can apply the text to our own lives.
Keith sits down with Karie Scheer and talks through how personal pain & suffering has drawn her to the Lord & helped her walk through suffering with others as well as how counseling has become a gospel-oriented ministry in her life.
Keith discusses what it's like to have a mission mindset with Mike Scheer and what it looks like to practically love your neighbor.
Alumni Derek Handley shares his story - how Christ has changed his life and how he is now getting to be on mission for the gospel today...in a mascot uniform.
Keith walks through the final part of James Chapter 1 and shares how this passage has made a difference in his own walk with the Lord as he addressed the anger in his life.
Keith continues teaching through James. Today he teaches James 1:12-18 on temptations and repentance and what it looks like to walk in freedom!
Keith teaches through James 1:1-11 on trials and endurance with the reminder that we are in good company when we suffer and go through trials as he reflects on the lives of Jesus, Peter, and others from the Bible.
To kick off our series on the book of James, Keith gives an overview of the entire book & walks through the 10 characteristics of joy.
Keith talks with father & son, Rod & Derek Handley as they share stories of how their life has been impacted through accountability.
If you want to learn more about Rod's ministry, Character that Counts, click here.
Chad Hampsch and Corey Newman talk about the Old Testament prophets and their significance in Scripture as well as what it looks like to be faithful to the gospel message in today's culture.
Alumni Lansing Brown shares his journey of following Christ and the impact other Christian men had on his life and marriage through modeling and discipleship.
Keith sits down with Michael & Holly Tamang to hear their story and how the Lord is working through their ministry, Light 2 the World, in Nepal.
If you would like to find out more information about Light 2 the World - a ministry for worship training and youth camps - you can find its website here.
Keith continues his conversation with alumni Chris and Lauren as they share their story of moving to Southeast Asia and how the Lord has worked in the lives of many during their time there.
Keith & Chad reflect on their favorite parts of the Christmas story and share encouragement for this Christmas season.
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Keith sits down with alumni, Chris & Lauren, as they share their story of entering the mission field. We hope their story is an encouragement as they discuss the process of deciding to go overseas.
Keith & Karen share lessons they've learned in how to resolve conflict. Get ready for several relatable anecdotes and practical examples of ways to communicate and resolve conflict in our own lives.
Keith sits down with Don & Jennifer Ford to talk about the lessons they learned in singleness and what it looks likes to be content in all situations.
Keith sits down with Kerby Anderson to the discuss the current events surrounding Israel through a historical and Biblical lens.
To hear more from Kerby Anderson, check out his website here.
Keith & Chad sit down to discuss the impact and value of intentional parenting. They share practical examples and resources they've used to navigate raising their children in today's culture.
Click here to learn more about the book, Good Pictures Bad Pictures, that Chad mentions in the podcast.
Keith sits down with Grant Gaines & Lindsay Mawhorr as they share parts of their stories and what they have learned about trusting the Lord in different seasons of life - from singleness to marriage to parenting.
Keith discusses with Brandon White practical ways to proactively address anger and other emotions within the context of marriage.
To learn more about XO Ministries, click here.
Keith & Karen sit down to share advice about marriage and relationships from their own experience after 38 years of marriage.
Keith sits down to talk with Steve Leavitt about anxiety and how we can practically approach the challenges we face.
If you would like to learn more about Steve, you can visit his website here.
You can find his book, Walking on Water When You Feel Like Drowning, here.
Karen & Chad explain the concept of "Shadow & Substance" in Scripture and how Jesus is not just found in the Gospels but throughout the entire Bible!
Keith & Karen announce the dates for the 2024 Israel trip! From highlights and favorite places to hidden gems along the way, they share how visiting the Holy Land has impacted their own faith and their desire to share the experience with others.
If you would like to know more information about this year's trip to Israel, click here.
David Lawson walks through the basics of Inductive Bible Study and shares how studying the Bible has impacted his life.
Keith sits down with Lamar Treischmann to talk about comparison and insecurities. Lamar addresses the ways that we can tend to negatively self-protect and how we can turn and find the truth of our identity in the Gospel.
Keith walks through the highlights of 2 Timothy and how Paul's final charge to Timothy can encourage us today.
Keith finishes teaching through 2nd Timothy 4 and share examples of what it looks like to be poured out as a drink offering and finish the race well.
Keith walks through the second half of 2 Timothy 3 - encouraging us to continue the things we have learned from God's Word and explaining how we can know that it's the ultimate source of Truth.
Keith talks through the parallels between the difficult times seen in 2 Timothy 3 and today.
Continuing the 2 Timothy series, Keith talks about how to accurately handle the Word of Truth.
Keith teaches through the first part of 2 Timothy 2 and what it looks like to entrust the gospel to faithful men. He specifically looks at the examples Paul gives of a soldier, athlete, and farmer and how we can practically live out discipleship in our own lives.
Keith continues to walk through 2nd Timothy and shares practical examples of how we can live out our faith unashamedly - even in the midst of suffering.
Keith begins to teach through the book of 2nd Timothy. Today, he emphasizes the importance of not living with a spirit of fear, but living with a spirit of power, love, and discipline.
Keith talks through Matthew 14, James 1, and Luke 15 to address the affects of sin & temptation in our lives and how we can never run too far from the Lord.
Keith walks through Ephesians 3:14-21 and the role of the Spirit in our lives, the power of prayer, and being filled with all the fullness of God.
Keith shares about his experience winning America's Busiest Family and the difference between being busy and being purposeful. He digs into Psalm 127 and how understanding God's character helps us be intentional in parenting.
Keith talks with alumni Jes Wisser about how she applies what she learned at the Institute to her ministry in Germany.
If you want to learn more about Jes' ministry, you can visit www.camissio.de.
Keith sits down with Maged to talk about how God is miraculously providing opportunities for gospel conversations in Egypt.
To learn more about WellSpring, visit https://www.wellspringegypt.com/.
Keith sits down with ministry leader, Tobias (Toby) Hundhausen, to share how the Lord brought him from the business world to working in ministry and how the gospel is making an impact in Germany.
If you would like to learn more about Toby's camp ministry, you can visit www.camissio.de.
Keith sits down with Dr. Wayne Solley to talk about marketplace ministry, parenting, & adoption.
Concluding the Spiritual Gifts series is the gift of administration! Keith emphasizes the value of administration and gives a final challenge and encouragement in using our spiritual gifts well for the glory of God.
If you want to learn more about spiritual gifts or take a spiritual gifts test, click here.
Keith takes a moment to talk about the spiritual gift of prophecy and the importance of boldly proclaiming the truth of God’s Word.
If you want to learn more about spiritual gifts or take a spiritual gifts test, click here.
Keith & Chad sit down to talk about the spiritual gift of service and the value of the gift in the body of Christ.
If you want to learn more about spiritual gifts or take a spiritual gifts test, click here.
Keith & Chad discuss the spiritual gift of teaching and how to exercise that gift to impact the body of Christ.
Keith sits down with Randy Weeaks to talk about generosity and the joy that comes from sharing the love of Christ by blessing others.
If you'd like to learn more about or support the ministry of Why Not Bless, click here.
Keith sits down with alumni Blake Bassett (Class of 2017) to talk through life after the Institute and how the Institute helped prepare him to live out his life verse in the medical field.
Keith sits down with Pat Zukeran to discuss commonly asked questions including topics like the deity of Jesus, hell, and many others!
Visit Pat's website, Evidence & Answers, to get answers to more commonly asked questions!
Keith sits down to talk with Jason Dees about marriage as seen in the book of Ephesians as well as practical tips to help husbands and wives thrive in marriage by being imitators of Christ.
Keith & Chad continue to reflect on their recent trip to Israel with current students, alumni, and parents. In this episode, they take time to walk through Jerusalem and the impact of visiting Caiaphas' House, the Mount of Olives, the Garden of Gethsemane, and the Garden Tomb.
If you are interested in joining the Institute on the next trip to Israel and would like to learn more, click here!
Keith & Chad look back on their recent trip to Israel with current students, alumni, and parents. In this episode, they take time to reflect on the significance of Capernaum, the Mount of Beatitudes, Caesarea, and other areas of the Galilee region.
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Keith sits down with David Daniels to talk about Jesus, the Church, and lessons he's learned in ministry.
You can find David's new devotional, "An Unexpected King: Meeting the Messiah in Mark's Gospel" here.
Keith sits down with Pete Deison to discuss what God has revealed to us about Heaven and Hell through Scripture.
Keith sits down with Pete Deison to talk about the role the Holy Spirit plays in our lives.
You can find Pete Deison's book "Connecting with God" here.
In today's episode, Keith talks with Pastor Tommy Nelson about the importance of standing for Truth while also demonstrating grace and compassion.
Keith sits down with Tommy Nelson to talk about his encounter with anxiety and depression and what he learned while walking through it.
You can find Tommy Nelson's book "Walking on Water When You Feel Like You're Drowning" here!
Keith talks with Mike & Kerry Scheer about the lessons they've learned in parenting and reflect on what the Lord has taught them as they approach the empty nest season.
Keith & Karen discuss Karen's cancer journey and what it looks like to lean on the Lord in a time of trial.
Mitch Maher joins Keith and Chad to talk about suffering and the lessons he learned during his battle with cancer.
Alumni Andy Pendergrass joins Keith & Chad as they dive into forgiveness and what it practically looks like in our daily life.
Keith and Chad sit down with alumni Andy Pendergrass as he looks back on his time at the Institute and what he's learned about expectations and forgiveness.
Keith & Karen Chancey talk about why we can trust Scripture and how that practically impacts our daily life.
Keith & Chad discuss the spiritual gift of giving and what it looks like to give out of the abundance.
Rerelease of Episode 19: Chad and Keith discuss Philippians 1:27-28 and what it means to walk in a manner worthy of the Gospel.
Today, Keith and Chad discuss the spiritual gift of Shepherding, one of the most vital gifts for a healthy church body and one of the most frequently overlooked.
Chad and Keith discuss the dangers of comparing your spiritual gifting to others' and explain the gift of exhortation.
In this episode, Chad and Keith discuss the spiritual gifts of evangelism. How do you know if you have that gift? How do you effectively interact with other people with that gift?
In this episode, Chad and Keith discuss spiritual gifts: what they are, what they aren't, and how they allow us to live freely into the unique giftiings the Lord has given us.
Keith and Chad describe the first two weeks of the Institute class of 2022/23 and highlight the importance of confession in the life of the believer.
Rerelease of the first episode of the podcast, in which Chad interviews Keith and Karen about their experiences starting the institute.
Keith and Chad discuss the life of Joseph, pull practical applications, and highlight some of the ways Joseph's story shadows Jesus.
Chad and Keith discuss the story of Joshua and how the crossing of the Jordan pictures the work of Christ for beleivers.
Chad and Keith discuss the lower and upper story aspects of the David and Goliath narrative in scripture.
Chad and Keith discuss the Genesis 22 narrative of Abraham sacrificing his son Isaac and how that story pictures Christ.
Chad and Keith discuss several pictures of the gospel present in the Genesis 3 account of the fall of Man.
Chad and Keith discuss the importance of the centrality of scripture and introduce the concept of upper and lower stories in the scriptural narrative.
Keith and Jason discuss the importance of guarding your mind against the schemes and thoughts of the enemy. They highlight key scriptures in renewing our minds.
Rerelease of Episode 13: Chad, Keith, and David Daniels discuss what discipleship looks like in a congregational setting and how to practically get started with discipleship in daily life.
Today, Keith and Chad discuss the Biblical metaphor of running a race and what that means for the believer today.
In this episode, Keith and Chad discuss James chapter 3 and how it relates practically to our friendships in everyday life.
Chad and Keith discuss the importance of seeking reconciliation of broken relationships by asking forgiveness for our faults and practical steps to do so effectively.
In this episode, Keith and Jason discuss the theme of "humble servant" as Keith experienced it while climbing Mt. Everest.
In this episode, Keith talks with Jason about his recent trip to Nepal for ministry and to climb mount Everest.
Chad and Jason walk through the first five verses of John 1, highlighting some of the significant connections to other parts of scripture.
In this episode, Chad and Jason discuss the importance of understanding the whole narrative of scripture and begin introducing the Gospel of John.
This week, Chad and Keith walk through Psalm 1 and John 10, and discuss the importance of meditation on scripture to learn the voice of the shepherd and avoid following the voice of the thief.
Chad and Keith discuss Philippians 1:27-28 and what it means to walk in a manner worthy of the Gospel.
Chad interviews Dr. Glenn Kreider, a teacher at the Institute, about what it means to have a relationship with God.
Chad, Keith, and Tommy Nelson discuss Tommy's experience walking through depression and anxiety after an extended, unbelievably heavy teaching load.
Keith and Pat Zukeran discuss the basics of the Christian faith, emphasizing the person and work of Christ.
Chad and Keith reflect on the 20th Anniversary Reunion at K-Kawai and praise God for his faithfulness in making the Institute happen.
Chad, Keith, and David Daniels discuss the importance of proper study, interpretation, and application of Scripture in the daily life of a believer.
Chad, Keith, and David Daniels discuss what discipleship looks like in a congregational setting and how to practically get started with discipleship in daily life.
Dr. Pete Deison and Keith discuss what it means to be led by the Spirit and what His activity looks like in the daily life of a believer.
Grant and Chad discuss the scriptures that believers can hold on to while enduring suffering and use to retain their focus on God's sovereignty and goodness.
Grant Gaines, the Dean of Men at KI, shares his experience with suffering and endurance through extended medical problems, unanswered questions, and uncertainty accompanying the birth of his daughter.
In this episode, Keith describes practical tools to build an exciting and robust prayer life.
In this episode, Chad and Keith discuss the redemption that believers have in Christ and how his forgiveness should motivate us to forgive those who have hurt us deeply.
In this episode, Chad and Keith walk through Acts 19, which provides context to understand the recipients of Ephesians and establishes the pattern woven throughout the epistle: calling and conduct.
In this episode, Chad and Keith lay out a basic outline for the book of Ephesians and introduce some of the key ideas we will be discussing from that book in the coming series.
In this episode, Karen interviews Rachel, a KI alumnus who has spent the last year working in the theater arts and sharing the gospel with her cast and crew.
In this episode, Chad and Keith finish up the discussion on Jesus' great commission in Matthew 28:19-20 and focus on the importance of remaining steadfast in the face of hardship and difficulty.
In this episode, Chad and Keith discuss the role of baptism in discipleship and explain why Jesus tied it to the doctrine of the Trinity.
In this episode, Chad and Keith examine the great commission in Matthew 28:19-20. They lay out the first three aspects of discipleship that Jesus describes.
In this episode, Chad interviews Keith and Karen about their motivations, resources, and calling when they endeavored to start the institute.