The Daron Earlewine Podcast
The Daron Earlewine podcast is designed to awaken you to become who you were born to be. Daron is a passionate, catalytic, influential, captivating, dreamer. He serves as a pastor, speaker, podcast host, and entrepreneur. Daron’s mission is to help people find peace, purpose, and passion. This podcast will cover Daron’s online course and live workshop, Spiritual DNA, inspiring interviews with people who are taking steps to become who they were born to be, and everything in between. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/daron.earlewine/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/daronearlewine Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DEarlewine/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/daronearlewine Website: http://daronearlewine.com/ Email: info@blackbirdmission.com
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Why Christians STILL Can't Hear God's Voice (When The Solution Is This Simple) | Episode 199
02/25/2026
Why Christians STILL Can't Hear God's Voice (When The Solution Is This Simple) | Episode 199
What if God has been speaking to you all along and you just didn't know how to tune in? In this episode, we break down the practical, biblical framework for learning to hear the voice of God in your everyday life. This one could genuinely change the way you walk with Jesus. WHAT YOU'LL DISCOVER: ⚡️Why hearing God is less mysterious than you think ⚡️How God communicates through your mind, body, and emotions ⚡️The simple litmus test to know if it's God, you, or the enemy ⚡️Why reading the Bible out loud changes everything ⚡️How stillness, solitude, and silence unlock a new level of spiritual clarity ⚡️Why community is essential to rightly hearing what God is saying This is one of the most practical and grounding episodes Daron has recorded, pulling from his own walk, a sermon series, the work of the Jamie Winship organization, and a stunning essay by a young leader at their church. If you've ever said, "I'm not sure if it's God or just me" this episode is for you. WORK WITH DARON: ⚡️FREE: Jumpstart to Purpose ➡️ https://rb.gy/4qpsgb ⚡️BOOK: The Death of a Dream ➡️ https://rb.gy/a9ifwi ⚡️COACHING: Register ➡️ https://rb.gy/0is05k 📱 Subscribe and Listen to the Daron Earlewine Podcast HERE: https://rb.gy/3kq2d Apple: https://rb.gy/ybiqvi Spotify: https://rb.gy/ywlhik TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 — If you want to know what God's saying, know what He's said 0:54 — Welcome + nearly 200 episodes in 3:08 — The two foundations: identity and hearing God's voice 7:26 — The radio station illustration 9:46 — We have access to the voice of the living God 11:28 — How God speaks to the whole person (mind, body, emotions) 13:23 — What Jesus said in John 10 about knowing His voice 14:49 — Watching shepherds in Wales — seeing it in real life 18:11 — You've been given the mind of Christ (1 Corinthians 2) 21:30 — Corey's essay: The Tangible Voice of God 27:28 — Truth Up: knowing what God has already said 29:21 — When God spoke to Daron through an ice storm 33:36 — Is it me, God, or the enemy? Here's how to know 35:23 — Any thought that moves you toward God IS God 37:18 — The fruit of the Spirit as a discernment test 42:05 — Attention, not just tension: PJ's take 44:43 — A simple prayer framework for tuning in 47:06 — Walk it out and take the risk 49:25 — The three disciplines: stillness, solitude, silence 56:15 — Why community is essential to hearing God rightly 57:40 — You don't have to obey alone CONNECT WITH DARON: 🌐 https://www.daronearlewine.com/ 📸 https://www.instagram.com/daron.earlewine/ 👍 https://www.facebook.com/DEarlewine 🐦 https://twitter.com/daronearlewine 🎵 https://www.tiktok.com/@daron.earlewine KEY TAKEAWAYS: ⚡️God is always speaking — the question is whether you're tuned in ⚡️Any thought that moves you toward God is not you, it's Him inviting you ⚡️The more scripture you store, the more the Holy Spirit has to work with ⚡️Stillness, solitude, and silence aren't optional; they're the on-ramp ⚡️You don't have to hear and obey alone; community is part of the process KEY QUOTES: ⚡️"It's not that God's not speaking. It's that you don't know how to listen." ⚡️"When God speaks to you, it sounds like you speaking to you." ⚡️"The Hebrew word for 'obey' literally means to listen and respond." ⚡️"You can't outwork a bad diet. And spiritually, you can't out-church a bad spiritual diet." HASHTAGS: #hearinggodsvoice #VoiceOfGod #FaithAndPurpose #ChristianPodcast #PurposeDriven #FollowJesus #HolySpirit #ChristianLeadership #FaithFilledEntrepreneur #DaronEarlewine #SpiritualGrowth #BibleStudy #DiscerningGod #MarketplaceMinistry #CreatedOnPurpose
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The Accidental Meeting That Started a Dirt World Jesus Movement | Episode 198
02/18/2026
The Accidental Meeting That Started a Dirt World Jesus Movement | Episode 198
What happens when a fourth-generation road builder gets dragged to church camp and meets the dirt world pastor? A Jesus movement that's reaching millions across the construction industry. Jason Richmond shares the wild story of how God orchestrated every detail, from a reluctant Labor Day weekend to BuildWit's courageous decision to bring faith into an industry losing 6,000 people to suicide every year. This conversation will challenge how you think about marketplace ministry and show you what's possible when you respond to God's invitation instead of trying to manufacture your own plan. WHAT YOU'LL DISCOVER: ⚡️How a ministry at 5:30 AM grew from 50 to hundreds in three years ⚡️Why BuildWit prayed for a "super Jesusy, non-Jesusy guy" ⚡️The one question that changed Jason's entire career trajectory This episode captures the raw, authentic beginning of something massive happening in the dirt world, an industry of 10 million workers who feel unseen, work 70-hour weeks, and desperately need hope. If you've ever wondered how faith intersects with the marketplace, this conversation is for you. WORK WITH DARON: ⚡️FREE: Jumpstart to Purpose ➡️ ⚡️BOOK: The Death of a Dream ➡️ ⚡️COACHING: Register ➡️ 📱 Subscribe and Listen to the Daron Earlewine Podcast HERE: Apple: Spotify: CONNECT WITH DARON: 🌐 📸 👍 🐦 🎵 CONNECT WITH JASON & BUILDWIT: 🌐 BuildWit: 📱 Dirt World Connect: Join the free online community 🎯 Dirt World Summit: Annual gathering for construction leaders KEY TAKEAWAYS: ⚡️The dirt world is insulated from the gospel, not against it ⚡️Over 6,000 construction workers commit suicide every year ⚡️BuildWit reaches 500 million people annually with their message ⚡️The dirt world has 10 million workers times families times communities KEY QUOTES: ⚡️"How many times are you going to be disappointed before it's time to make a change?" ⚡️"We've been praying for a super Jesusy, non-Jesusy guy." ⚡️"Society doesn't work without dirt world people." ⚡️"The dirt world is not against the gospel, it's just insulated from it." HASHTAGS: #DirtWorld #ConstructionMinistry #MarketplaceMinistry #BuildWit #FaithAndWork #PurposeDriven #JesusMovement #DirtTheology #ConstructionIndustry #KingdomBuilding #ChristianLeadership #RogueCollective #BlackbirdMission #Discipleship #Entrepreneurship
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Why Mondays Don't Have to Hurt | Episode 197
02/11/2026
Why Mondays Don't Have to Hurt | Episode 197
Tired of the Sunday scaries and dreading Monday mornings? This conversation with Blackbird Mission team members Coop and PJ reveals how understanding your God-given gifts transforms not just your Mondays but your entire team dynamic and personal productivity. WHAT YOU'LL DISCOVER: ⚡️Why most leaders suck at running meetings and what to do about it ⚡️The game-changing power of discovering your fivefold ministry gifts ⚡️How physical disciplines unlock spiritual growth in unexpected ways Daron, Coop, and PJ pull back the curtain on how they transformed their team meetings from chaotic Groundhog Day scenarios into productive engines of growth. From implementing Asana project management to recognizing each person's unique gifting, this episode gives you practical strategies to stop merely surviving Mondays and start winning them. WORK WITH DARON: ⚡️FREE: Jumpstart to Purpose ➡️ ⚡️BOOK: The Death of a Dream ➡️ ⚡️COACHING: Register ➡️ 📱 Subscribe and Listen to the Daron Earlewine Podcast HERE: Apple: Spotify: CONNECT WITH DARON: 🌐 📸 👍 🐦 🎵 KEY TAKEAWAYS: ⚡️Monday morning sets the tone for your entire week ⚡️Understanding your fivefold ministry gifts transforms team dynamics ⚡️Physical disciplines often unlock spiritual growth ⚡️Hope is not a plan without written action items ⚡️1% improvement compounds into massive momentum over time KEY QUOTES: ⚡️"If I can win on a Monday, I can win the rest of the week." ⚡️"Hope is not a plan. You need it written down." ⚡️"What's realistic in the next three to six weeks? That's 1% improvement." ⚡️"Get to the place where you are only doing what only you can do." ⚡️"Self-discipline finds its root in self-denial." HASHTAGS: #mondaymotivation #TeamBuilding #ChristianLeadership #Productivity #PurposeDrivenLife #FivefoldMinistry #LeadershipDevelopment #FaithAndBusiness #TeamEffectiveness #PersonalGrowth #EntrepreneurMindset #ChristianEntrepreneur
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God Doesn't Stop Building When You Fall Apart | Episode 196
02/04/2026
God Doesn't Stop Building When You Fall Apart | Episode 196
Ever wonder what it's like when the host becomes the guest? Daron hands over the mic to PJ Tao for a raw conversation about calling, career changes, and the spiritual disciplines that keep you grounded when your entire world falls apart. WHAT YOU'LL DISCOVER: ⚡️Why journaling became the key to seeing God's faithfulness ⚡️The difference between occupation and vocation that changes everything ⚡️How God uses the push and pull of transition to refine your calling ⚡️What spiritual disciplines sustained Daron through 10 career changes ⚡️The two questions that help you respond to God instead of reacting to life This episode goes deep as Daron shares stories from band breakups to church planting to launching Rogue Collective, all while unpacking what it really means to seek Jesus when everything you've built comes crashing down. WORK WITH DARON: ⚡️FREE: Jumpstart to Purpose ➡️ ⚡️BOOK: The Death of a Dream ➡️ ⚡️COACHING: Register ➡️ 📱 Subscribe and Listen to the Daron Earlewine Podcast HERE: Apple: Spotify: CONNECT WITH DARON: 🌐 📸 👍 🐦 🎵 KEY TAKEAWAYS: ⚡️Your occupation is the uniform you wear, your vocation is who you are ⚡️Everything is response, not initiative—stop reacting and start listening ⚡️Not every career is your calling, but your calling fits into any career ⚡️God refines your vocation through every occupation change KEY QUOTES: ⚡️"You've made yourself mute, and I didn't ask you to be." ⚡️"I don't know how to kill things I create, so God has to do it." ⚡️"Your job doesn't define you, it might just fund what God created you to do." ⚡️"What is He saying to you today? What are you supposed to do about it?" ⚡️"Your life is prepared in advance for you to do even the crap gets woven in." HASHTAGS: #ChristianEntrepreneurship #CallingAndPurpose #FaithAndWork #SpiritualDisciplines #RogueCollective #MarketplaceMinistry #FindingPurpose #ChristianLeadership #CareerTransition #DeathOfADream
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What Happens When You Discover the Blueprints God Built You On | Episode 195
01/28/2026
What Happens When You Discover the Blueprints God Built You On | Episode 195
Get ready for an inspiring conversation about overcoming impossible obstacles, divine connections, and transforming an entire industry through faith-driven leadership. Wyatt Lowry shares how a devastating motorcycle accident became the foundation for discovering his God-given design as a connector. WHAT YOU'LL DISCOVER: ⚡️How a wheelchair at 17 prepared Wyatt for breaking down industry barriers ⚡️The mentor who changed everything with one burning feeling ⚡️Why recognizing your God-given design changes how you lead ⚡️What happens when you embrace the blueprints God built you on This conversation with Blue Sage Services' Director of Business Development reveals the power of legacy, the importance of investment in people, and how God orchestrates connections that transform lives and industries. WORK WITH DARON: ⚡️FREE: Jumpstart to Purpose ➡️ ⚡️BOOK: The Death of a Dream ➡️ ⚡️COACHING: Register ➡️ 📱 Subscribe and Listen to the Daron Earlewine Podcast HERE: Apple: Spotify: CONNECT WITH DARON: 🌐 📸 👍 🐦 🎵 KEY TAKEAWAYS: ⚡️Your darkest moments often become your greatest preparation ⚡️Divine connections aren't random—they're orchestrated design ⚡️Rising tides raise all ships when you invest in people ⚡️Legacy isn't just what you build—it's who you raise up KEY QUOTES: ⚡️"These are the blueprints that he built me on." ⚡️"I have this burning feeling in my gut that we're meant to do something together." ⚡️"Now I seek barriers—behind hard situations come great results." ⚡️"Rising tides raise all ships—we live by that, we believe in that." HASHTAGS: #ConstructionLeadership #FaithInBusiness #WorkforceDevelopment #PurposeDriven #OvercomingAdversity #ChristianEntrepreneur #DirtWorld #MentorshipMatters #LegacyBuilding #BlueSageServices #RogueCollective #ConstructionIndustry #FaithAtWork #LeadershipDevelopment #CreatedOnPurpose
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When Your Dream Dies Something Better Gets Built | Episode 194
01/21/2026
When Your Dream Dies Something Better Gets Built | Episode 194
Discover how a devastating drought, five generations of legacy, and an "addiction to helping people" led Dillon Hilton to build Blue Sage Services and pioneer faith-based leadership in the dirt world. WHAT YOU'LL DISCOVER: ⚡️How losing the family ranch in 2010 became the catalyst for a thriving heavy civil company ⚡️What it really means to bring God into business, not just talk about it ⚡️Why job sites are the perfect structure for creating a discipleship movement Dillon Hilton is a fifth-generation Oklahoman whose family settled in Beaver in the 1890s. When extreme drought destroyed the family ranching operation in 2010, Dillon launched Blue Sage Services with a welding torch and a willingness to never say no. Fifteen years later, he's leading a heavy civil contractor that moves earth across Texas and Oklahoma while pioneering what it looks like to integrate faith, purpose, and discipleship into construction culture. WORK WITH DARON: ⚡️FREE: Jumpstart to Purpose ➡️ ⚡️BOOK: The Death of a Dream ➡️ ⚡️COACHING: Register ➡️ 📱 Subscribe and Listen to the Daron Earlewine Podcast HERE: Apple: Spotify: CONNECT WITH DARON: 🌐 📸 👍 🐦 🎵 KEY TAKEAWAYS: ⚡️The 2010 drought that destroyed the ranch became the catalyst for Blue Sage Services ⚡️Bringing God into business means opening doors to faith conversations, not just talking about values ⚡️Job sites are perfect discipleship structures because crews spend more time together than with families KEY QUOTES: ⚡️"We got to bring God into our business. It's one thing to say it, that's another thing to do it." ⚡️"I have an addiction. It's not the bad things. I just have an addiction to helping people." ⚡️"The structure's there. These guys spend more time with their crew on the job site than they do with their family." HASHTAGS: #DirtWorld #ChristianEntrepreneur #FaithInBusiness #HeavyCivil #ConstructionLeadership #Discipleship #PurposeDrivenBusiness #OklahomaStrong #BlueSageServices #RogueCollective #FamilyLegacy #WorkplaceFaith #LeadershipDevelopment #KingdomWork
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This Construction Company Hired a Pastor and Everything Changed | Episode 193
01/14/2026
This Construction Company Hired a Pastor and Everything Changed | Episode 193
Ray Rodriguez reveals how CW Matthews is revolutionizing construction culture by caring for the whole person, not just the worker. Discover why hiring a part-time pastor transformed their company and how faith-driven leadership is saving lives in an industry plagued by suicide and addiction. WHAT YOU'LL DISCOVER: ⚡️Why CW Matthews hired a part-time pastor after a workplace tragedy ⚡️How to lead with faith without forcing religion on employees ⚡️The shocking mental health crisis facing construction workers ⚡️Why caring for total human health matters more than productivity Ray Rodriguez has spent 30 years building HR culture at one of Atlanta's gold standard construction companies. His mentor taught him that faith should drive decisions and that people matter more than profits. Now as VP of Human Resources at CW Matthews, a 2,000-employee heavy highway contractor, Ray leads with the belief that employees aren't just assets, they're image bearers of God who deserve care for their mind, body, and spirit. WORK WITH DARON: ⚡️FREE: Jumpstart to Purpose ➡️ ⚡️BOOK: The Death of a Dream ➡️ ⚡️COACHING: Register ➡️ 📱 Subscribe and Listen to the Daron Earlewine Podcast HERE: Apple: Spotify: CONNECT WITH DARON: 🌐 📸 👍https://www.facebook.com/DEarlewine 🐦https://twitter.com/daronearlewine 🎵 KEY TAKEAWAYS: ⚡️The construction industry faces a devastating mental health crisis with suicide and overdose rates 16x higher ⚡️Hiring a pastor transformed employee care at CW Matthews in unexpected ways ⚡️Authentic faith sharing is about real life struggles not religious doctrine ⚡️Total human health means caring about marriage, parenting, and spiritual life alongside job performance ⚡️Every employee is an image bearer of God deserving divine value KEY QUOTES: ⚡️"I don't know anything about building roads. I don't really care about building roads. I care about building good men and women" - Matt Merton ⚡️"The more we share our faith, the more employees want us to share. It's the complete opposite of what people expect" ⚡️"You've got access to their life for 40 hours minimum, maybe 50, 60, 70 in the dirt world" ⚡️"Do you care enough to know what's going on in their lives?" ⚡️"When you care about your employees, it's amazing how much they'll lean in" HASHTAGS: #FaithInWork #ConstructionCulture #ChristianLeadership #DirtWorld #TotalHumanHealth #FaithDrivenBusiness #BlueCollarFaith #ConstructionIndustry #WorkplaceFaith #MentalHealthMatters
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When Faith Meets Doubt in the Dirt with Drew Goodman | Episode 192
01/07/2026
When Faith Meets Doubt in the Dirt with Drew Goodman | Episode 192
Get ready for a raw conversation about dreams, regret, brotherhood, and the relentless search for purpose. Drew Goodman shares his journey from baseball fields to Special Forces to the grading seat of a heavy civil contractor, where he's learning that knowing yourself changes everything. WHAT YOU'LL DISCOVER: ⚡️Why backing out of Army Special Forces became his greatest regret and teacher ⚡️How four brothers turned their dad's credit card gamble into a construction empire ⚡️The shocking moment family fear stopped his military dreams ⚡️What happens when you pursue self-awareness in a 60-hour work week industry ⚡️Why challenging God with hard questions leads to real faith ⚡️The difference between occupation and vocation that changes everything This episode was recorded live at the Dirt World Summit, where construction professionals, heavy equipment operators, and industry leaders gather to build more than roads. Drew's honesty about faith, identity, and purpose will challenge anyone who thinks they don't have time for personal development. WORK WITH DARON: ⚡️FREE: Jumpstart to Purpose ➡️ ⚡️BOOK: The Death of a Dream ➡️ ⚡️COACHING: Register ➡️ 📱 Subscribe and Listen to the Daron Earlewine Podcast HERE: Apple: Spotify: CONNECT WITH DARON: 🌐 📸 👍https://www.facebook.com/DEarlewine 🐦https://twitter.com/daronearlewine 🎵 KEY TAKEAWAYS: ⚡️Regret can either haunt you or become your greatest teacher ⚡️You can't help anyone else if you don't know who you are ⚡️Faith doesn't require all the answers, just honesty about the questions ⚡️Self-awareness transforms team dynamics and company culture ⚡️Occupation is your job, but vocation is your calling ⚡️Purpose isn't found in the uniform you wear but the person you become KEY QUOTES: ⚡️"God is real, God is good, and that's kind of where I'm at right now." ⚡️"You'll never know if you could have made it, and that's why it's a regret." ⚡️"No one will ever know you better than your brothers know you." ⚡️"If you don't know who you are, how could you ever help anybody else?" ⚡️"Everybody says they don't have time for whatever they don't want to do." ⚡️"I want to give it my all, and that's where the passion comes from." HASHTAGS: #DirtWorld #Construction #FaithJourney #Brotherhood #Purpose #SelfAwareness #Leadership #Entrepreneurship #ChristianPodcast #HeavyCivil #ConstructionLife #RogueCollective #IdentityInChrist #MenOfFaith #PurposeDriven
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What You Actually Need More Than Gifts This Christmas | Season of Sermons
12/17/2025
What You Actually Need More Than Gifts This Christmas | Season of Sermons
Are you treating Jesus like Santa Claus? This Christmas Eve message will challenge how you think about faith, gifts, and what God really wants to give you. Discover why the greatest gift isn't under the tree. WHAT YOU'LL DISCOVER: ⚡️Why we treat Jesus like Santa Claus without realizing it ⚡️The three revolutionary truths about God's presence ⚡️Why God chose to show up as a helpless baby ⚡️How God's promises don't depend on your performance ⚡️What it means that you were created for God's presence This is the first episode in our Holiday Season of Sermons series, featuring powerful messages from recent Christmas celebrations. Whether you're exploring faith for the first time or looking to go deeper, this message will awaken you to the true meaning of Christmas. WORK WITH DARON: ⚡️FREE: Jumpstart to Purpose ➡️ ⚡️BOOK: The Death of a Dream ➡️ ⚡️COACHING: Register ➡️ 📱 Subscribe and Listen to the Daron Earlewine Podcast HERE: Apple: Spotify: CONNECT WITH DARON: 🌐 📸 👍 🐦 🎵 KEY TAKEAWAYS: ⚡️We often treat Jesus like Santa Claus, basing His love on our performance ⚡️Grace means you don't earn it, deserve it, or buy it, it's freely given ⚡️God's presence is personal, designed specifically for you ⚡️God's promises are based on His character, not your performance ⚡️You were created as a spiritual being to be indwelt by God's presence ⚡️The Christmas gift isn't a present, it's God's presence in your life KEY QUOTES: ⚡️"The true gift of Christmas is not a present, it is presence" ⚡️"To be fully known and truly loved is what we need more than anything." ⚡️"The promises of God are not determined on your character, but on his" ⚡️"God didn't go to all the trouble of sending his son merely to point an accusing finger." HASHTAGS: #ChristmasMessage #ChristianFaith #GodsPresence #ChristmasEve #PurposeDrivenLife #FaithOverFear #Emmanuel #TrueChristmas #SpiritualGrowth #ChristianLiving
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What You Actually Need More Than Gifts This Christmas | Season of Sermons
12/10/2025
What You Actually Need More Than Gifts This Christmas | Season of Sermons
Are you treating Jesus like Santa Claus? This Christmas Eve message will challenge how you think about faith, gifts, and what God really wants to give you. Discover why the greatest gift isn't under the tree. WHAT YOU'LL DISCOVER: ⚡️Why we treat Jesus like Santa Claus without realizing it ⚡️The three revolutionary truths about God's presence ⚡️Why God chose to show up as a helpless baby ⚡️How God's promises don't depend on your performance ⚡️What it means that you were created for God's presence This is the first episode in our Holiday Season of Sermons series, featuring powerful messages from recent Christmas celebrations. Whether you're exploring faith for the first time or looking to go deeper, this message will awaken you to the true meaning of Christmas. WORK WITH DARON: ⚡️FREE: Jumpstart to Purpose ➡️ ⚡️BOOK: The Death of a Dream ➡️ ⚡️COACHING: Register ➡️ 📱 Subscribe and Listen to the Daron Earlewine Podcast HERE: Apple: Spotify: CONNECT WITH DARON: 🌐 📸 👍 🐦 🎵 KEY TAKEAWAYS: ⚡️We often treat Jesus like Santa Claus, basing His love on our performance ⚡️Grace means you don't earn it, deserve it, or buy it, it's freely given ⚡️God's presence is personal, designed specifically for you ⚡️God's promises are based on His character, not your performance ⚡️You were created as a spiritual being to be indwelt by God's presence ⚡️The Christmas gift isn't a present, it's God's presence in your life KEY QUOTES: ⚡️"The true gift of Christmas is not a present, it is presence" ⚡️"To be fully known and truly loved is what we need more than anything." ⚡️"The promises of God are not determined on your character, but on his" ⚡️"God didn't go to all the trouble of sending his son merely to point an accusing finger." HASHTAGS: #ChristmasMessage #ChristianFaith #GodsPresence #ChristmasEve #PurposeDrivenLife #FaithOverFear #Emmanuel #TrueChristmas #SpiritualGrowth #ChristianLiving
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God Knows Everything About You and Still Shows Up | Season of Sermons
12/03/2025
God Knows Everything About You and Still Shows Up | Season of Sermons
What if the God who created the universe knows everything about you and still chooses to show up? Daron Earlewine launches the Season of Sermons with a powerful Christmas message about Emmanuel, God with us. WHAT YOU'LL DISCOVER: ⚡️The deeper meaning of Christmas beyond baby Jesus ⚡️Why Jesus intentionally went through Samaria to see one woman ⚡️The four foundational needs every human has ⚡️How shame keeps us from experiencing true connection ⚡️Why the Samaritan woman's story changes everything ⚡️What withness really means and why we all need it This is the first episode in a special holiday series featuring powerful sermons Daron has preached over the past couple of years. These messages are designed to encourage you, awaken you, and equip you to become who you were born to be this Christmas season and beyond. WORK WITH DARON: ⚡️FREE: Jumpstart to Purpose ➡️ ⚡️BOOK: The Death of a Dream ➡️ ⚡️COACHING: Register ➡️ 📱 Subscribe and Listen to the Daron Earlewine Podcast HERE: Apple: Spotify: CONNECT WITH DARON: 🌐 📸 👍 🐦 🎵 KEY TAKEAWAYS: ⚡️Hardwired in your soul is the need for withness, to be connected with someone. ⚡️Shame tells us we're not worthy of connection. ⚡️The greatest desire of the human heart is to be fully seen, fully known, and unconditionally loved ⚡️Jesus chose a broken woman as the first person to reveal himself as the Messiah. ⚡️You don't have to do anything to receive grace; it's a free gift. KEY QUOTES: ⚡️"We need to know that we're not alone, that someone is with us." ⚡️"That's the greatest thing about Christmas: the message that He is here." ⚡️"The power of shame is this: shame tells you you're not worthy of connection." ⚡️"You picked the wrong person. And Jesus says, I know, but not by me." ⚡️"You were created on purpose, for a purpose." HASHTAGS: #Emmanuel #ChristmasSermon #GodWithUs #SeasonOfSermons #WomanAtTheWell #ChristianFaith #PurposeDrivenLife #Withness #BeingSeen #DivineLove #ChristmasMessage #FaithJourney #SpiritualAwakening #GodSeesYou #ChristianPodcast
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Finding Purpose in Life's Unexpected Detours | Episode 188
11/19/2025
Finding Purpose in Life's Unexpected Detours | Episode 188
FREE: Jumpstart to Purpose ➡️ You thought your life would work out one way, and it went completely different. Sound familiar? Daron shares the one question shift that will help you stay present and on purpose when life doesn't go as planned. WHAT YOU'LL DISCOVER: ⚡️The spiritual GPS principle that brings peace in uncertainty ⚡️Why asking "why" keeps you stuck and asking "what" sets you free ⚡️How Joseph's detours prepared him for his greatest purpose ⚡️The two questions that pave the road for spiritual maturity ⚡️Why nothing in your life is wasted, it's all woven together ⚡️How to hear God's voice when you're on an unexpected route Whether you're facing a failed business, broken relationship, career setback, or shattered dream, this episode will equip you to navigate detours with faith instead of frustration. Learn how to shift from asking God "why" to asking "what do you want me to know" and discover that God's ways, while different from yours, are always better. WORK WITH DARON: ⚡️FREE: Jumpstart to Purpose ➡️ ⚡️BOOK: The Death of a Dream ➡️ ⚡️COACHING: Register ➡️ 📱 Subscribe and Listen to the Daron Earlewine Podcast HERE: Apple: Spotify: CONNECT WITH DARON: 🌐 📸 👍 🐦 🎵 KEY TAKEAWAYS: ⚡️Detours are inevitable, they're coming to your life, or you're on one right now ⚡️God's ways are higher, better, faster, and wiser than our ways ⚡️Asking "why" leads to frustration, asking "what" leads to transformation ⚡️Nothing is wasted, everything is woven into the tapestry of your purpose ⚡️God is for you, near you, and within you on every detour ⚡️The joy isn't just in the destination, it's in traveling the detours with God ⚡️You're still on the fastest route even when it doesn't feel like it KEY QUOTES: ⚡️"You thought it was going to work out like this, and then it worked out like that" ⚡️"Stop asking the question why and start asking the question what" ⚡️"God's ways are not our ways. They are better, they are higher, they are faster, they are best" ⚡️"Nothing is wasted. Everything is woven together into the tapestry of your purpose" ⚡️"The whole point is life with Him on the detours as we make our way to the final destination" HASHTAGS: #Purpose #FaithJourney #GodsWays #ChristianEntrepreneur #FindingPurpose #LifeDetours #FaithInAction #PurposeDriven #GodsPlan #ChristianLeadership #SpiritualGrowth #TrustGod #FaithOverFear #KingdomPurpose
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Breaking Free From the Lie That You're a Failure | Episode 187
11/12/2025
Breaking Free From the Lie That You're a Failure | Episode 187
⚡️FREE: Jumpstart to Purpose ➡️ Ever feel like everyone else has it figured out except you? Like maybe God forgot about you in the grand scheme of things? This episode is your wake-up call. Daron gets raw and real about the lie that you don't matter and walks you through exactly how to hear God's voice break through the noise of fear and comparison. WHAT YOU'LL DISCOVER: ⚡️Why feeling like a failure is a lie from the accuser, not truth from God ⚡️The powerful process for hearing God speak directly to your doubts ⚡️How wrong beliefs about circumstances lead to wrong beliefs about God ⚡️Why your feelings can't be trusted to pilot your life ⚡️The difference between building on truth versus building on fear ⚡️How God speaks uniquely to thinkers, feelers, and doers ⚡️Real stories of college students hearing God's voice for the first time This episode unpacks the spiritual battle happening in your mind and gives you practical tools to overcome the accusations that keep you stuck. If you've ever wondered if you're special enough, good enough, or if God even sees you, this message will transform how you see yourself and hear from God. WORK WITH DARON: ⚡️FREE: Jumpstart to Purpose ➡️ ⚡️BOOK: The Death of a Dream ➡️ ⚡️COACHING: Register ➡️ 📱 Subscribe and Listen to the Daron Earlewine Podcast HERE: Apple: Spotify: CONNECT WITH DARON: 🌐 📸 👍 🐦 🎵 KEY TAKEAWAYS: ⚡️You were created in the image of God, on purpose and for purpose ⚡️The enemy accuses you day and night, but that doesn't make it true ⚡️Build your life on truth and faith, not on feelings and fear ⚡️God wants to speak to you every day in ways unique to how you're wired ⚡️A lie is simply a limiting idea entertained ⚡️Your circumstances didn't create you and don't define your worth ⚡️God's voice sounds like your voice but wiser, and aligns with Scripture ⚡️The world needs what you've been uniquely given by God KEY QUOTES: ⚡️"You matter, you're not a rerun, we're not going to allow fear and lies to control your life" ⚡️"Who were you before someone told you who you weren't?" ⚡️"Your circumstances didn't make you, they didn't create you" ⚡️"You cannot let your feelings drive your life—they're great co-pilots but cannot fly the plane" ⚡️"God is trying to speak to you every day in everyday type of ways" ⚡️"A lie is a limiting idea entertained" HASHTAGS: #PurposeDrivenLife #ChristianEntrepreneur #HearingGod #FaithOverFear #YouMatter #SpiritualWarfare #IdentityInChrist #GodsVoice #OvercomingDoubt #ChristianPodcast #FaithJourney #KingdomPurpose #TruthOverFeelings
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Why Trying To Be Perfect Makes You Quit | Episode 186
11/05/2025
Why Trying To Be Perfect Makes You Quit | Episode 186
Welcome to the brand new Blackbird Mission studio! It's not perfect, we couldn't find half our equipment, we're using borrowed carpet squares, and we threw this set together in a week. But we hit record anyway, because THIS is the message: It's not perfect, do it anyway. If you're about to quit something (a business, a ministry, a relationship, a dream) because it's not perfect yet, this episode is for you. Daron unpacks why perfection is a lie, why progress is God's actual standard, and why failure is just feedback, not the end. WHAT YOU'LL DISCOVER: ⚡️Why perfection is one of the enemy's greatest tools against you ⚡️The real difference between God's standard and the lie in your head ⚡️Why failure isn't failure—it's just feedback ⚡️How being "in process" is actually profound good news ⚡️Why the day you say "I'm fully formed" is the day you begin to die ⚡️How God gives you ideas He wants you to borrow ⚡️What to do when all you see is your long list of failures ⚡️Jesus' simple command: Go. Start. Begin. Now. This is a solo episode recorded in the brand new studio, and it's raw, real, and exactly what you need to hear if perfectionism has been holding you back. WORK WITH DARON: ⚡️FREE: Jumpstart to Purpose ➡️ ⚡️BOOK: The Death of a Dream ➡️ ⚡️COACHING: Register ➡️ 📱 Subscribe and Listen HERE: Apple: Spotify: CONNECT WITH DARON: 🌐 📸 👍https://www.facebook.com/DEarlewine 🐦https://twitter.com/daronearlewine 🎵 📧 Email Daron: SUPPORT THE PODCAST: Everything we create is made available for free around the world because of monthly partners. Join us at KEY QUOTES: ⚡️"It's not perfect, do it anyway" ⚡️"Perfect is a lie. It is one of the enemy's greatest tools to keep you from becoming who God created you to be." ⚡️"You don't have to be great to start, but you have to start to be great" ⚡️"It's progress, not perfection" ⚡️"Failure is not failure. It's actually feedback." ⚡️"Don't quit. Don't wait for it to be perfect. Keep going. Keep making progress." ⚡️"God's for you, not against you. He is near you, not far away." HASHTAGS: #ProgressNotPerfection #DontQuit #ChristianMotivation #FaithJourney #PurposeDrivenLife #Imperfectionism #KeepGoing #SpiritualGrowth #FaithOverFear #ChristianPodcast #Inspiration #Motivation #GrowthMindset #NewBeginnings
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What Matters Most When Family Scatters Part 2 | Episode 185
10/15/2025
What Matters Most When Family Scatters Part 2 | Episode 185
Ever wonder what it's like when your entire family is scattered across different states? In this final episode of "The Earlewine Podcast" family series, all five Earlewines reunite virtually to share what they miss most about being together and how faith anchors them through the transition. WHAT YOU'LL DISCOVER: ⚡️What it's like attending a faith-based university for the first time ⚡️Why the kitchen table becomes the most sacred space in a home ⚡️How college athletes navigate revolving friendships vs lifelong community ⚡️What moms really feel when all their kids are under one roof ⚡️Why high schoolers are stepping into spiritual leadership roles ⚡️The brave choice of leaving home to chase what God's calling you toward This heartfelt conversation captures the reality of family life when kids transition to college, the deep bonds that hold families together across distance, and the peace that comes from raising children anchored in faith and purpose. WORK WITH DARON: ⚡️FREE: Jumpstart to Purpose ➡️ ⚡️BOOK: The Death of a Dream ➡️ ⚡️COACHING: Register ➡️ 📱 Subscribe and Listen to the Daron Earlewine Podcast HERE: Apple: Spotify: CONNECT WITH DARON: 🌐 📸 👍 🐦 🎵
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What Matters Most When Family Scatters | Episode 184
10/08/2025
What Matters Most When Family Scatters | Episode 184
Get ready for one of the most honest family conversations you'll hear this year. Daron Earlewine connects with his three sons from three different locations to discuss life transitions, unexpected setbacks, and the faith that keeps them grounded when everything changes at once. WHAT YOU'LL DISCOVER: ⚡️How a broken hand became a catalyst for deeper faith ⚡️The reality of moving 2,000 miles from home as a college freshman ⚡️Why high school is harder than anyone prepared Knox for ⚡️How phone calls and prayer sustain brotherhood across state lines ⚡️What it really means to be yoked with Christ in daily life ⚡️The power of 1 Peter 5:10 during seasons of suffering This is Part 1 of a special family reunion podcast where Cole (Ball State), Ty (Phoenix), and Knox (Hamilton Southeastern) share raw, unfiltered updates on their lives since their individual podcast episodes. From football injuries to Arizona heat waves to freshman year overwhelm, nothing is off limits in this conversation. WORK WITH DARON: ⚡️FREE: Jumpstart to Purpose ➡️ ⚡️BOOK: The Death of a Dream ➡️ ⚡️COACHING: Register ➡️ 📱 Subscribe and Listen to the Daron Earlewine Podcast HERE: Apple: Spotify: CONNECT WITH DARON: 🌐 📸 👍 🐦 🎵
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How One Simple Post Changed His Faith with Knox Earlewine (Part 2) | Episode 183
09/23/2025
How One Simple Post Changed His Faith with Knox Earlewine (Part 2) | Episode 183
Get ready for raw, honest conversations about growing up, disappointment, and faith. Knox Earlewine, Daron's youngest son, shares what no one tells you about being the baby of the family and how God shows up in the hardest seasons. WHAT YOU'LL DISCOVER: ⚡️How disappointment in sports taught him to love people better ⚡️Why being alone terrifies him more than high school itself ⚡️The incredible moment God spoke through a kids Bible ⚡️What he's learned about leadership from watching his brothers ⚡️His honest advice for parents navigating junior high with their kids This is part of a special series where the whole Earlewine family shares their perspectives on growing up, faith, and finding purpose. Knox brings wisdom beyond his 15 years as he prepares for high school and reflects on a year of significant challenges. WORK WITH DARON: ⚡️FREE: Jumpstart to Purpose ➡️ ⚡️BOOK: The Death of a Dream ➡️ ⚡️COACHING: Register ➡️ 📱 Subscribe and Listen to the Daron Earlewine Podcast HERE: Apple: Spotify: CONNECT WITH DARON: 🌐 📸 👍https://www.facebook.com/DEarlewine 🐦https://twitter.com/daronearlewine 🎵 KEY TAKEAWAYS: ⚡️Disappointment teaches us to love people better, not become bitter ⚡️God speaks to us in unexpected moments and places ⚡️Family community is the foundation for navigating hard seasons ⚡️Leadership means trying to lift others up even when they give up ⚡️Junior high is hard because people are changing and can be mean KEY QUOTES: ⚡️"Just got to love people and love yourself through those things" ⚡️"I sat there for like five minutes looking at the page. I was like, there's no way that this just happened" ⚡️"You just kind of have to think more about other people while you're thinking of yourself" ⚡️"Having my family be more of like my friends and just being able to hang out with you guys" ⚡️"Spend time with them all the time and just kind of feel for them and always ask them if they're doing alright"
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How One Simple Post Changed His Faith with Knox Earlewine | Episode 182
09/16/2025
How One Simple Post Changed His Faith with Knox Earlewine | Episode 182
Get ready for an inspiring conversation with 15-year-old Knox Earlewine, the youngest member of the Earlewine family, who's making waves by sharing his faith daily on social media and choosing God's path over peer pressure. WHAT YOU'LL DISCOVER: ⚡️How a teenager commits to daily Bible reading for over a year ⚡️The courage it takes to share faith on social media as a 14-year-old ⚡️Why limiting social media can actually strengthen your influence ⚡️How big brothers can shape your character and choices ⚡️The power of family legacy while writing your own story ⚡️Biblical wisdom from the youngest Earlewine This episode showcases Knox's remarkable maturity as he prepares to enter a 4,000-student high school, following in the footsteps of his accomplished older brothers Cole and Ty. Watch as he shares his heart about faith, family pressure, and finding his own purpose while honoring the Earlewine legacy. WORK WITH DARON: ⚡️FREE: Jumpstart to Purpose ➡️ ⚡️BOOK: The Death of a Dream ➡️ ⚡️COACHING: Register ➡️ 📱 Subscribe and Listen to the Daron Earlewine Podcast HERE: Apple: Spotify: CONNECT WITH DARON: 🌐 📸 👍https://www.facebook.com/DEarlewine 🐦https://twitter.com/daronearlewine 🎵 KEY TAKEAWAYS: ⚡️Daily Bible reading brings peace and wisdom beyond your years ⚡️Sharing your faith takes courage but creates ripple effects ⚡️Big brothers can be your greatest influencers for good ⚡️Family legacy is an honor to carry, not a burden to bear ⚡️Social media limits can actually increase your real influence ⚡️God uses young people to impact their generation KEY QUOTES: ⚡️"I always pray just Lord, make this post help somebody if they're struggling" ⚡️"It doesn't feel overwhelming to think there's 4,000 people at the school. It just kind of feels like 4,000 new people I get to meet" ⚡️"I wish social media would go away because I feel like that's kind of just the root of all evil for kids right now" ⚡️"God always says we can do anything with him and just to trust in the Lord's plan" ⚡️"It's kind of my way of connecting with God for the day. And it just kind of makes me feel special"
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Finding God Through Unthinkable Loss with Ty Earlewine (Part 2) | Episode 181
09/10/2025
Finding God Through Unthinkable Loss with Ty Earlewine (Part 2) | Episode 181
In this episode, we continue our conversation with Ty Earlewine. He shares how he transformed from cautious to courageous, making bold decisions that changed everything. Join us for an honest conversation about stepping into courage and taking faith-filled risks. WHAT YOU'LL DISCOVER: ⚡️How to become "comfortable in the uncomfortable" ⚡️Why choosing faith over familiarity leads to growth ⚡️The power of disconnecting to connect with God ⚡️How to navigate family expectations while finding your own path ⚡️Senior year advice that actually matters ⚡️Why taking the leap of faith was worth the fear Ty opens up about his journey from being the "safe" kid to hiking 25 miles in the wilderness, leading Young Life camps, and choosing to attend Grand Canyon University across the country. This conversation reveals how God uses discomfort to grow our faith and courage. WORK WITH DARON: ⚡️FREE: Jumpstart to Purpose ➡️ ⚡️BOOK: The Death of a Dream ➡️ ⚡️COACHING: Register ➡️ 📱 Subscribe and Listen to the Daron Earlewine Podcast HERE: Apple: Spotify: CONNECT WITH DARON: 🌐 📸 👍https://www.facebook.com/DEarlewine 🐦https://twitter.com/daronearlewine 🎵 KEY TAKEAWAYS: ⚡️Courage grows when you do one scary thing and realize it was awesome ⚡️Disconnecting from technology helps you connect with God's creation ⚡️Family dynamics can pressure us, but authenticity matters more ⚡️Sometimes the biggest risk is not taking any risks at all ⚡️Senior year is your chance to be weird and step out of your shell ⚡️Faith-based environments can provide freedom, not just restrictions
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Finding God Through Unthinkable Loss with Ty Earlewine | Episode 180
09/03/2025
Finding God Through Unthinkable Loss with Ty Earlewine | Episode 180
Get ready for a deeply moving conversation about navigating faith, family dynamics, and devastating loss during the most important year of high school. Ty Earlewine opens up about finding purpose through unthinkable tragedy. WHAT YOU'LL DISCOVER: ⚡️The unique blessings and challenges of being the middle child ⚡️How worship music became his strongest connection to God ⚡️Why leadership through Young Life transformed his faith journey ⚡️Walking through the loss of two close friends during senior year ⚡️Learning to live fully in the present moment after tragedy ⚡️How Baron's quiet kindness and Mason's infectious joy shaped his character This is part of a special family series where each Earlewine family member shares their perspective on faith, growing up, and finding purpose. Don't miss the powerful insights from a young man who learned to find light in the darkest moments. WORK WITH DARON: ⚡️FREE: Jumpstart to Purpose ➡️ ⚡️BOOK: The Death of a Dream ➡️ ⚡️COACHING: Register ➡️ 📱 Subscribe and Listen to the Daron Earlewine Podcast HERE: Apple: Spotify: CONNECT WITH DARON: 🌐 📸 👍https://www.facebook.com/DEarlewine 🐦https://twitter.com/daronearlewine 🎵 KEY TAKEAWAYS: ⚡️Middle children often become the "glue" that holds families together ⚡️Faith grows strongest when we're pouring into and serving others ⚡️Worship music can be a powerful personal connection to God ⚡️Grief doesn't follow a linear path and affects everyone differently ⚡️Living in the present moment is essential to fully experiencing life ⚡️Joy can be chosen even in the midst of difficult circumstances
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When God Puts You at Rock Bottom with Cole Earlewine (Part 2) | Episode 179
08/27/2025
When God Puts You at Rock Bottom with Cole Earlewine (Part 2) | Episode 179
In this video, Cole Earlewine has an honest conversation about faith, failure, and finding your way in college. Cole Earlewine shares the unfiltered truth about D1 sports and what it really means to live out your faith in the real world. WHAT YOU'LL DISCOVER: ⚡️Why Christ meets you wherever you are, not where you think you should be ⚡️The brutal reality behind college sports that no one talks about ⚡️How to give yourself grace when you fail (and why you will) ⚡️What parents need to know before chasing the D1 dream ⚡️Biblical wisdom on backing up your words with scripture ⚡️Why being yourself matters more than fitting in This is part two of our conversation with Cole, continuing "The Earlewine Podcast" family series where we dive deep into growing up, faith, and finding purpose with all three Earlewine sons! WORK WITH DARON: ⚡️FREE: Jumpstart to Purpose ➡️ ⚡️BOOK:The Death of a Dream ➡️ ⚡️COACHING: Register ➡️ 📱 Subscribe and Listen to the Daron Earlewine Podcast HERE: Apple: Spotify: CONNECT WITH DARON: 🌐 📸 👍https://www.facebook.com/DEarlewine 🐦https://twitter.com/daronearlewine 🎵 KEY TAKEAWAYS: ⚡️Christ meets you where you are, whether in a dorm room, chapel, or bar ⚡️College sports is a business, not the glamorous experience social media portrays ⚡️Your kid must love their sport and work incredibly hard to make it ⚡️Be ready to fail in college - it's how you grow stronger ⚡️You're the only Bible someone might ever read through your actions ⚡️Fit in with people who want to see you win ⚡️Back up everything you say with scripture KEY QUOTES: ⚡️"Do you know of God or do you know God? That's a big thing for me" ⚡️"College sports is not that cool - your kid has to love what they do" ⚡️"Be ready to fail for the first time in your life by yourself" ⚡️"You're the only Bible that someone may ever read" ⚡️"Fit in with people who want to fit in with you and want to see you win" ⚡️"Where am I going to fail? But who's that going to make me?" HASHTAGS: #collegesports #ChristianFaith #D1Football #CollegeLife #FaithFilledFamily #ParentingWisdom #BiblicalTruth #ChristianParenting #PurposeDrivenLife #FamilyFaith
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When God Puts You at Rock Bottom with Cole Earlewine | Episode 178
08/20/2025
When God Puts You at Rock Bottom with Cole Earlewine | Episode 178
Get ready for raw, honest conversations about finding your true identity when everything gets stripped away. Cole Earlewine shares how double shoulder surgery in his freshman year of college football became the catalyst for discovering who he really was as a child of God. WHAT YOU'LL DISCOVER: ⚡️ How rock bottom became the foundation for spiritual growth ⚡️ Why athletic identity can become a dangerous trap ⚡️ The power of diverse friendships in college ⚡️ How to find your true worth beyond performance ⚡️ Biblical wisdom for navigating major life transitions ⚡️ Why the hardest seasons often produce the greatest growth This is part of a special family series where each Earlewine family member shares their perspective on transitions, faith, and finding purpose. Don't miss the powerful insights from their oldest son's journey through adversity. WORK WITH DARON: ⚡️FREE: Jumpstart to Purpose ➡️ ⚡️BOOK: The Death of a Dream ➡️ ⚡️COACHING: Register ➡️ 📱 Subscribe and Listen to the Daron Earlewine Podcast HERE: Apple: Spotify: CONNECT WITH DARON: 🌐 📸 👍https://www.facebook.com/DEarlewine 🐦https://twitter.com/daronearlewine 🎵 KEY TAKEAWAYS: ⚡️ Rock bottom reveals that God is the rock at the bottom ⚡️ Your identity isn't found in what you do but whose you are ⚡️ Diverse friendships bring perspectives you can't get elsewhere ⚡️ College lifestyle isn't as cool as you think it is ⚡️ Find people who will help you up when you fall down ⚡️ Athletics will end but relationships last forever ⚡️ Pursuing Christ requires intentional daily choices KEY QUOTES: ⚡️ "God has to put you at rock bottom to make you realize he's the rock at the bottom" ⚡️ "I had to find out that I'm not an athlete, I'm not a friend, I'm not a son - I'm a child of God" ⚡️ "Getting stopped in my tracks was the greatest thing that ever happened to me" ⚡️ "You need to find people that when you fall down will reach out to help you up" ⚡️ "In five years no one will remember my tackles, but they'll remember who I am"
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Raising Kids Who Thrive When They Leave Home (Part 2) | Episode 177
08/13/2025
Raising Kids Who Thrive When They Leave Home (Part 2) | Episode 177
Are you ready for when your kids don't need you anymore? Daron and Julie Earlewine share raw, honest wisdom about parenting teens, embracing empty nest transitions, and trusting God's plan through every season of family life. WHAT YOU'LL DISCOVER: ⚡️Why enjoying the journey matters more than preventing disappointment ⚡️How parenting fears often mask deeper anxieties about children's pain ⚡️The profound difference between parenting your first vs. third child ⚡️Practical wisdom for couples preparing for empty nest life ⚡️Why disappointment is actually part of God's plan for growth This episode features Julie Earlewine sharing vulnerable insights about releasing control, learning from parenting mistakes, and finding peace in God's timing as their family transitions into new seasons. WORK WITH DARON: ⚡️FREE: Jumpstart to Purpose ➡️ ⚡️BOOK: The Death of a Dream ➡️ ⚡️COACHING: Register ➡️ Subscribe for more faith-filled wisdom for entrepreneurs and leaders. Share this episode with a parent who needs encouragement in this season. Listen on Other Platforms: CONNECT WITH DARON: 🌐 📸 👍 🐦 🎵 KEY TAKEAWAYS: ⚡️Disappointment is part of the journey, not something to avoid at all costs ⚡️Every parenting season requires becoming a better version of yourself ⚡️God uses pivots and pain to redirect us toward His better plans ⚡️Investing in relationships creates lifelong connections with your children ⚡️The goal is to raise kids who WANT to spend time with you when they don't have to KEY QUOTES: ⚡️"What's most important is that you gotta enjoy the journey and along the way there'll be disappointment, but if you're enjoying the journey, the disappointment won't seem so big" ⚡️"We are always becoming. Every day we're becoming something and we either could becoming a better version of ourself or becoming a worse version of ourself" ⚡️"Disappointment is just part of life. It's part of teaching your kids to manage the disappointment" ⚡️"We already raised them. We did a good job. Now we get to hang out as a family and make new memories" ⚡️"I was given this blessing to raise them. That was the best gift that I was given" HASHTAGS: #ParentingWisdom #EmptyNest #ChristianParenting #FaithfulParenting #ParentingTransitions #PurposeDrivenParenting #FamilyFaith #ParentingTips #TrustGodsPlan #ParentingJourney
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Raising Kids Who Thrive When They Leave Home | Episode 176
08/06/2025
Raising Kids Who Thrive When They Leave Home | Episode 176
Get ready for raw, honest conversations about parenting in the letting-go season. Daron and Julie Earlewine share what no one tells you about empty nest transitions and how faith guides the journey. WHAT YOU'LL DISCOVER: ⚡️Why the "nucleus change" hits harder than expected ⚡️Unexpected blessings when your family dynamic shifts ⚡️How to see each child clearly without comparison ⚡️Biblical wisdom for letting go with purpose ⚡️Practical advice for surviving senior year as a parent This is the first episode in a special series where the whole Earlewine family (yes, we're calling it "The Earlewine Podcast" for this fun family edition!) shares their perspectives on growing up, faith, and finding purpose. Don't miss upcoming conversations with each of their sons! WORK WITH DARON: ⚡️FREE: Jumpstart to Purpose ➡️ ⚡️BOOK: The Death of a Dream ➡️ ⚡️COACHING: Register ➡️ Subscribe for more faith-filled wisdom for entrepreneurs and leaders. Share this episode with a parent who needs encouragement in this season. Listen on Other Platforms: CONNECT WITH DARON: KEY TAKEAWAYS: ⚡️The hardest part isn't missing them - it's when your family nucleus changes ⚡️God slowly prepares your heart for letting go from day one ⚡️Each child needs space to mature into who they were born to be ⚡️Senior year is a full-time job - don't miss a single moment ⚡️Our kids belong to the Lord first, not to us KEY QUOTES: "When all five of us are together, it feels the most whole and safe and joyful" "Every day they needed me a little less than the night before" "There's really no good in holding onto them or trying to control them" "They've got a life to live and a love of their life to find" "We did it for this - for them to be amazing humans" HASTAGES: #emptynester #ChristianParenting #FaithFilledFamily #ParentingTransitions #PurposeDrivenParenting #LetGo #RaisingKids #FamilyFaith #ParentingWisdom #ChristianFamily
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The Christian Life Is Impossible Without This One Thing | Summer of Sermons
07/16/2025
The Christian Life Is Impossible Without This One Thing | Summer of Sermons
What if the only way forward… was obedience? In this episode, Daron unpacks John 16 and challenges us to stop waiting for clarity when what God is asking for is obedience. The Christian life isn’t hard—it’s impossible without the Holy Spirit. Key Takeaways: • Jesus teaches you at the pace you can understand • The Holy Spirit won’t lead you past your level of obedience • Stuck? It may be because you’re not doing what God already said • Your future depends on your faithfulness in the present • Don’t abandon your faith—abide and obey Quotes: “God will never teach you past your level of disobedience.” “The Holy Spirit is your coach, your comforter, your guide.” “Obedience is the bridge between revelation and transformation.” “The Christian life is not hard—it’s impossible without the Holy Spirit.” “If you hear His voice today, do not harden your heart.” 📘 Get Daron's Book, The Death of a Dream HERE ➡️ 📱 Subscribe and Listen to the Daron Earlewine Podcast HERE: Apple: Spotify: For speaking inquiries, please go to: Daron Earlewine is on a mission to help others understand their unique design and to inspire them to make a significant impact in this world. Here are ways to work with Daron: ⚡️FREE: Jumpstart to Purpose HERE ➡️ ⚡️BOOK: The Death of a Dream HERE ➡️ ⚡️COACHING: Register HERE ➡️ Connect with Daron on Social Media:
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When Life Doesn't Make Sense Is God Still In Control? | Summer of Sermons
07/09/2025
When Life Doesn't Make Sense Is God Still In Control? | Summer of Sermons
Is God really in control… even when life feels like a disaster? In this episode, Daron kicks off the Ruth series with a raw look at disappointment, disillusionment, and the faith it takes to trust God’s bigger plan. Even when everything feels out of control—He is still at work. Key Takeaways: • Disappointment can be the doorway to disillusionment—if we’re not careful • Jesus never promised an easy life, but He did promise to never leave you • God’s plan may not make sense in the moment, but He’s always working • Ruth’s loyalty reflects the unshakable faithfulness of Jesus • Determination is your weapon against disbelief Quotes: “You may not feel it—but God is still in control.” “Disillusionment tells you God raised His fist against you. He didn’t.” “You’re not cursed because it’s hard. You’re not abandoned because you’re struggling.” “Sometimes faith looks like holding on with tears in your eyes.” “God’s macro plan is better than anything your micro perspective could imagine.” 📘 Get Daron's Book, The Death of a Dream HERE ➡️ 📱 Subscribe and Listen to the Daron Earlewine Podcast HERE: Apple: Spotify: For speaking inquiries, please go to: Daron Earlewine is on a mission to help others understand their unique design and to inspire them to make a significant impact in this world. Here are ways to work with Daron: ⚡️FREE: Jumpstart to Purpose HERE ➡️ ⚡️BOOK: The Death of a Dream HERE ➡️ ⚡️COACHING: Register HERE ➡️ Connect with Daron on Social Media:
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Stop Asking What You Have to Do and Start Living What You Get to Do | Summer of Sermons
07/02/2025
Stop Asking What You Have to Do and Start Living What You Get to Do | Summer of Sermons
You only get one life—so what will you do with it? In this episode, Daron wraps up the story of Ruth with a challenge to stop coasting and start stepping into redemptive purpose. Boaz didn’t have to act—but he did. And his legacy still echoes today. Key Takeaways: • You get one life—don’t waste it. • “I can’t” is often just fear in disguise. • Saying yes to God creates a legacy of redemption. • “Have to” thinking leads to half-hearted living. • You were made to join God’s mission of love and reconciliation. Quotes: “You don’t have to… but you get to.” “Half-to thinking leads to half-living.” “You get one life. Stop wasting it on stuff that doesn’t matter.” “Boaz didn’t have to—he chose to, because redemption ran in his bloodline.” “Jesus is the Redeemer who wanted to… and did.” 📘 Get Daron's Book, The Death of a Dream HERE ➡️ 📱 Subscribe and Listen to the Daron Earlewine Podcast HERE: Apple: Spotify: For speaking inquiries, please go to: Daron Earlewine is on a mission to help others understand their unique design and to inspire them to make a significant impact in this world. Here are ways to work with Daron: ⚡️FREE: Jumpstart to Purpose HERE ➡️ ⚡️BOOK: The Death of a Dream HERE ➡️ ⚡️COACHING: Register HERE ➡️ Connect with Daron on Social Media:
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Pain is Not a Curse It's a Path to Purpose | Summer of Sermons
06/25/2025
Pain is Not a Curse It's a Path to Purpose | Summer of Sermons
You don’t need a fresh start. You need a fresh Word, a fresh Savior, and a fresh move of the Holy Spirit. In this episode, Daron shares a powerful reminder that God isn’t waiting for your perfect plan—He’s speaking into your current reality with hope, clarity, and purpose. Key Takeaways: • Life doesn’t offer clean slates—but God offers transformation. • A fresh word from God is better than a fresh start. • Your understanding is limited—God’s wisdom is eternal. • Obedience always comes before breakthrough. • Pain, when surrendered to God, can become purpose. Quotes: “You don’t need a fresh start. You need a fresh word from God.” “Joseph didn’t know he was in the Bible—he was just trying to survive.” “Success teaches you very little. It’s pain that transforms.” “You are the common denominator in every situation you think a fresh start will fix.” “Don’t bury your pain—let God redeem it.” 📘 Get Daron's Book, The Death of a Dream HERE ➡️ 📱 Subscribe and Listen to the Daron Earlewine Podcast HERE: Apple: Spotify: For speaking inquiries, please go to: Daron Earlewine is on a mission to help others understand their unique design and to inspire them to make a significant impact in this world. Here are ways to work with Daron: ⚡️FREE: Jumpstart to Purpose HERE ➡️ ⚡️BOOK: The Death of a Dream HERE ➡️ ⚡️COACHING: Register HERE ➡️ Connect with Daron on Social Media:
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The Four Things Jesus Came To Make New | Summer of Sermons
06/18/2025
The Four Things Jesus Came To Make New | Summer of Sermons
You weren’t just saved from something—you were saved for something. In this episode, Daron unpacks the sweeping gospel story that reveals not just forgiveness, but transformation. Jesus came to make you new—and to invite you into a Kingdom that changes everything. Key Takeaways: • Jesus didn’t come to improve your life—He came to make you new. • You are part of a greater Kingdom with eternal significance. • Spiritual rebirth marks the start of your true identity. • The new covenant is personal, but its mission is global. • Life in Jesus isn’t just belief—it’s daily participation in redemption. Quotes: “The gospel isn’t about religion—it’s about resurrection.” “Jesus doesn’t upgrade your life—He rewrites your story.” “Your spirit will exist forever—don’t waste it on things that don’t matter.” “You were made new to help renew the world.” “The Kingdom of God isn’t someday—it’s here and now.” 📘 Get Daron's Book, The Death of a Dream HERE ➡️ 📱 Subscribe and Listen to the Daron Earlewine Podcast HERE: Apple: Spotify: For speaking inquiries, please go to: Daron Earlewine is on a mission to help others understand their unique design and to inspire them to make a significant impact in this world. Here are ways to work with Daron: ⚡️FREE: Jumpstart to Purpose HERE ➡️ ⚡️BOOK: The Death of a Dream HERE ➡️ ⚡️COACHING: Register HERE ➡️ Connect with Daron on Social Media:
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The Bibles First Five Words Will Change Your Life | Summer of Sermons
06/11/2025
The Bibles First Five Words Will Change Your Life | Summer of Sermons
You don’t need to be a Bible scholar to encounter God—just five minutes a day. In this episode, Daron kicks off the Year of the Word series with a fresh perspective on the Bible—not as a rulebook or religious checklist, but as a mirror that reveals identity, purpose, and hope. If Scripture has ever felt overwhelming or irrelevant, this message will help you see it differently. Key Takeaways: • You were created in the image of a creative, intentional God. • The Bible restores clarity to our identity, purpose, and relationships. • Human beings uniquely shape the future—we’re co-creators with God. • Five minutes a day in God’s Word can radically shift your perspective. • The goal isn’t religion—it’s restoration and relationship. Quotes: “In the beginning, God created... and that includes you.” “What humans uniquely create is the future.” “You bear the image of the Architect—and yes, you can speak to Him.” “The Bible is not TL;DR—it’s your mirror to a clearer, more purposeful life.” “We're not trying to check a religious box. We’re trying to see clearly again.” 📘 Get Daron's Book, The Death of a Dream HERE ➡️ 📱 Subscribe and Listen to the Daron Earlewine Podcast HERE: Apple: Spotify: For speaking inquiries, please go to: Daron Earlewine is on a mission to help others understand their unique design and to inspire them to make a significant impact in this world. Here are ways to work with Daron: ⚡️FREE: Jumpstart to Purpose HERE ➡️ ⚡️BOOK: The Death of a Dream HERE ➡️ ⚡️COACHING: Register HERE ➡️ Connect with Daron on Social Media:
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