The Fully Alive Podcast

Welcome to The Fully Alive Podcast with Michael and Megan Brueseke! Living life to the full isn’t just about some mountaintop moments; it’s about discovering life in the day-to-day. That’s what we hope this podcast will help you discover: living fully alive in the everyday practical realities of life.

Adventure | Ep. 14 06/25/2025

Adventure | Ep. 14 We’re talking all about adventure—but not just epic hikes or grand trips or thrill-seeking moments. We believe that real adventure is so much more. When you follow Jesus, your life becomes an adventure—sometimes unpredictable, sometimes challenging, but always worth it. /episode/index/show/56d8b6bb-7198-4716-ac41-a0cc96ea2452/id/37047915

Ask Me Anything 3 | Ep.13 06/11/2025

Ask Me Anything 3 | Ep.13 We are back with one of our favorite episodes to record, "Ask Me Anything." Nothing planned ahead of time, just in the moment, on the spot, Q&A. Where will the conversation lead this time? /episode/index/show/56d8b6bb-7198-4716-ac41-a0cc96ea2452/id/36942255

Choosing Your Own Faith with Claire Brueseke | Ep. 12 05/28/2025

Choosing Your Own Faith with Claire Brueseke | Ep. 12 In this special episode, our daughter Claire joins the podcast to share what it's been like growing up in a glass house—where being the senior pastor's kid puts your life on public display, and her journey of choosing and living out her own faith. /episode/index/show/56d8b6bb-7198-4716-ac41-a0cc96ea2452/id/36736640

Mindset Matters | Ep. 11 05/07/2025

Mindset Matters | Ep. 11 Let’s talk about what’s going on in your head—because it’s shaping your life more than you think. In this episode, we’re digging into how to set your mind on purpose, why willpower isn’t enough, and how to flip the script when your thoughts get negative. Let's all work to have a better, healthier mindset! /episode/index/show/56d8b6bb-7198-4716-ac41-a0cc96ea2452/id/36463025

Ministry as a Family: What it’s Really Like | Ep. 10 04/23/2025

Ministry as a Family: What it’s Really Like | Ep. 10 In this episode, we explore what ministry life has been like for our family. We open up about when we each felt called to ministry, how we’ve explained that calling to our kids, and what the journey has looked like from the inside out. /episode/index/show/56d8b6bb-7198-4716-ac41-a0cc96ea2452/id/36268190

Formed | Ep. 9 03/26/2025

Formed | Ep. 9 This episode flows a little differently than usual. We have a conversation on Jesus's Sermon on the Mount (Matthew 5–7). We share some of the biggest takeaways and lessons and discuss how applying what's taught impacts our formation. /episode/index/show/56d8b6bb-7198-4716-ac41-a0cc96ea2452/id/35858505

Ask Me Anything 2 | Ep. 8 03/05/2025

Ask Me Anything 2 | Ep. 8 We enjoyed doing this so much that we decided to try it again! With no prior prep or planning, we go back and forth asking one another questions on the spot, and nothing is off the table! /episode/index/show/56d8b6bb-7198-4716-ac41-a0cc96ea2452/id/35533455

A Conversation on Dating | Ep. 7 02/12/2025

A Conversation on Dating | Ep. 7 In this episode, we discuss dating, marriage, connection, and relationships. No matter your relationship status, we share practical ways to improve your relationships. Listen in, take notes, and let's grow in our intentionality with those we are closest to! /episode/index/show/56d8b6bb-7198-4716-ac41-a0cc96ea2452/id/35243840

Hobbies & Habits | Ep. 6 01/29/2025

Hobbies & Habits | Ep. 6 Everyone has hobbies and habits. The question is, are they the right ones? Join us as we unpack the differences between the two, share our favorite ones, and discuss how to break unhealthy ones and start/maintain healthy ones. Resource mentioned in this episode: - "Atomic Habits": /episode/index/show/56d8b6bb-7198-4716-ac41-a0cc96ea2452/id/35064965

How to Handle Conflict | Ep. 5 01/08/2025

How to Handle Conflict | Ep. 5 In this episode, we discuss conflict! We are far from perfect, but this conversation is meant to help us all grow in handling conflict better and healthier so that our relationships stay strong and unified. Resources mentioned in this episode: - "Crucial Conversations: Tools for Talking When Stakes are High": - "Fight Fair: Winning at Conflict Without Losing at Love": - "Total Forgiveness": /episode/index/show/56d8b6bb-7198-4716-ac41-a0cc96ea2452/id/34777270

An Attitude of Gratitude | Ep. 4 12/11/2024

An Attitude of Gratitude | Ep. 4 Expressing gratitude is not something we should experience around a certain time of year; it should be a perspective we choose to take in our everyday lives. In this episode, we explore the practical ways we can have an attitude of gratitude and its effects on our lives. The book mentioned in this episode is, "The Gap and the Gain" by Dan Sullivan and Dr. Benjamin Hardy: /episode/index/show/56d8b6bb-7198-4716-ac41-a0cc96ea2452/id/34394425

Holidays | Ep. 3 11/27/2024

Holidays | Ep. 3 This episode is all about the holidays! This is one of our favorite seasons, but we recognize that people can feel many emotions this time of year. Join us as we discuss our past and present traditions and share how we can all get the most out of this holiday season. The book referenced in this episode is by Tish Harrison Warren. /episode/index/show/56d8b6bb-7198-4716-ac41-a0cc96ea2452/id/34156515

Ask Me Anything | Ep.2 11/14/2024

Ask Me Anything | Ep.2 In this episode, you get to see what happens when we record a podcast with no prep or planning. We go back and forth asking one another questions on the spot and nothing is off the table! /episode/index/show/56d8b6bb-7198-4716-ac41-a0cc96ea2452/id/33929367

Thriving in the Political Season | Bonus Episode 11/03/2024

Thriving in the Political Season | Bonus Episode At the time of this bonus episode dropping, the presidential election is nearly upon us. We felt burdened to help our community not only navigate or survive this political season but thrive in it and address some tough topics related to politics and Christianity. /episode/index/show/56d8b6bb-7198-4716-ac41-a0cc96ea2452/id/33756472

Both/And | Ep.1 11/03/2024

Both/And | Ep.1 In our first-ever episode, we set the stage for the entire podcast. You’ll learn more about us and the reality that we wear a lot of hats, all at once, and we don’t have the option to take any one of them off. But life is not best lived with an either/or mindset, rather it is when we embrace the both/and. /episode/index/show/56d8b6bb-7198-4716-ac41-a0cc96ea2452/id/33745312

Episode 0: Welcome to the Podcast! 11/01/2024

Episode 0: Welcome to the Podcast! We are so glad you are checking out our podcast. Learn why we are doing this and what we believe you’ll get out of it. Be sure to subscribe so you’ll be notified when a new episode drops! /episode/index/show/56d8b6bb-7198-4716-ac41-a0cc96ea2452/id/33736012

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