Welcome to Jumpstart! Whether you’ve just decided to follow Jesus, haven’t made that decision, or have been following Him for all of your life, this is the podcast for you! On Jumpstart, hosts Debbie, Wes, and Samuel hope to build up your faith, encourage you, and talk about the hard stuff that life throws at us.
What does it look like to grow up without a father, and discover that God has been there all along? In this episode, we sit down with Lexie and hear her remarkable story of adoption, faith, and redemption. Listen as hosts Debbie and Wes talk with Lexie about what it means to find your identity in God as a Father.
Connect with Love Mercy International-
Website: lovemercyintl.org (http://lovemercyintl.org)
Email: podcast@lovemercyintl.org (mailto:podcast@lovemercyintl.org)
Questions or comments?
Reach out at podcast@lovemercyintl.org (mailto:podcast@lovemercyintl.org)
Find out more about Love Mercy’s programs and outreaches on our website or social media!
Resources Mentioned-
Youth With A Mission (YWAM)
ywam.org (http://ywam.org)
Love Mercy International
lovemercyintl.org (http://lovemercyintl.org)
Discipleship Training School (DTS)
ywam.org (http://ywam.org)
Produced by Samuel Bender
28 Aug 2026
Standing For What You Believe In, Even When No One Else Does
Is standing for your beliefs in a culture that pushes back just dumb, or is it the most powerful thing you can do? In this episode, we sit down with Pat Willie and study the book of Daniel to find the answer. Listen as hosts Debbie, Wes, and Samuel talk with Pat about what Daniel teaches us about staying true to your convictions, influencing culture without compromising your identity, and why God may have placed you exactly where you are for a reason.
Connect with Love Mercy International-
Website: lovemercyintl.org (http://lovemercyintl.org)
Email: podcast@lovemercyintl.org (mailto:podcast@lovemercyintl.org)
Questions or comments?
Reach out at podcast@lovemercyintl.org (mailto:podcast@lovemercyintl.org)
Find out more about Love Mercy’s programs and outreaches on our website or social media!
Resources Mentioned-
Youth With A Mission (YWAM)
ywam.org (http://ywam.org)
Love Mercy International
lovemercyintl.org (http://lovemercyintl.org)
Discipleship Training School (DTS)
ywam.org (http://ywam.org)
Produced by Samuel Bender
5 Jun 2026
Why You're So Anxious and What To Do About It
Is anxiety just a mental health buzzword, or is there something deeper driving it? In this episode, we sit down with Linda Dixon, a missionary, Bible teacher, and trauma healing facilitator who completed a master's degree researching anxiety in Generation Z. Listen as hosts Debbie, Wes, and Samuel talk with Linda about why we are so anxious, and what to do about it.
Connect with Love Mercy International:
Website: lovemercyintl.org (http://lovemercyintl.org)
Email: podcast@lovemercyintl.org (http://lovemercyintl.org)
Questions or comments?
Reach out at podcast@lovemercyintl.org (mailto:podcast@lovemercyintl.org)
Find out more about Love Mercy’s programs and outreaches on our website or social media!
Resources Mentioned
Youth With A Mission (YWAM)
ywam.org (http://ywam.org)
Love Mercy International
lovemercyintl.org (http://lovemercyintl.org)
Discipleship Training School (DTS)
ywam.org (http://ywam.org)
Produced by Samuel Bender
18 May 2026
God Sees Me?
In this episode, Wes and Debbie sit down with Luke, a young man whose story is anything but ordinary! Battling depression, anxiety, and suicidal thoughts as a teenager, Luke takes us through the darkest seasons of his life with raw honesty and how God reached into his mess.
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Connect with Love Mercy International:
Website: lovemercyintl.org (http://lovemercyintl.org)
Email: podcast@lovemercyintl.org (mailto:podcast@lovemercyintl.org)
Questions or comments?
Reach out at podcast@lovemercyintl.org (mailto:podcast@lovemercyintl.org)
Find out more about Love Mercy’s programs and outreaches on our website or social media!
Resources Mentioned
Youth With A Mission (YWAM)
ywam.org (http://ywam.org)
Love Mercy International
lovemercyintl.org (http://lovemercyintl.org)
Discipleship Training School (DTS)
ywam.org (http://ywam.org)
Produced by Samuel Bender
27 Mar 2026
From Religion To Relationship
What does it really mean to go deep with God, like, actually know Him? In this episode of Jumpstart, hosts Wes and Debbie sit down with Jolien Wolfson, a Dutch-born Gen Z missionary, to explore the difference between transactional religion and transformational faith. Jolien shares her journey from a traditional Dutch Reformed upbringing to a decade of full-time missions across nearly 30 countries. Whether you're stuck in a faith rut, wrestling with disappointment, or simply hungry for more, this conversation will challenge and encourage you to go deeper.
1 Mar 2026
What Happens When You Choose Faith?
In this heartfelt episode, Debbie and Samuel share their personal journeys of faith—from childhood doubts to radical commitment. Together, they explore what it means to truly know God, not just believe in Him—discussing prayer, reading the Bible, hearing God's voice, and the ongoing process of sanctification. Whether you're exploring faith for the first time or looking to deepen your walk with Jesus, this conversation offers honest insights and practical guidance for the journey ahead!
Connect with Love Mercy International:
Website: lovemercyintl.org (http://lovemercyintl.org)
Email: podcast@lovemercyintl.org (mailto:podcast@lovemercyintl.org)
SST El Salvador
https://jucumes.org/en/sst-salvos-para-servir-y-transformar/ (https://jucumes.org/en/sst-salvos-para-servir-y-transformar/)
Questions or comments?
Reach out at podcast@lovemercyintl.org (mailto:podcast@lovemercyintl.org)
Find out more about Love Mercy’s programs and outreaches on our website or social media!
Resources Mentioned
Youth With A Mission (YWAM)
ywam.org (http://ywam.org)
Love Mercy International
lovemercyintl.org (http://lovemercyintl.org)
Discipleship Training School (DTS)
ywam.org (http://ywam.org)
Produced by Samuel Bender
21 Jan 2026
Welcome to Jumpstart! | Episode 1
Jumpstart - Episode 1: Wes Chapman's Story
Welcome to Jumpstart! In this powerful inaugural episode, podcast host Wes Chapman shares his remarkable journey from a childhood filled with medical challenges, abuse, and anger to finding transformative faith in Jesus Christ. His story demonstrates how God can redeem even the most painful circumstances and use them for good.
Resources Mentioned
Youth With A Mission (YWAM)
ywam.org (http://ywam.org)
Love Mercy International
lovemercyintl.org (http://lovemercyintl.org)
Discipleship Training School (DTS)
ywam.org (http://ywam.org)
Forgiving Forward
https:// (https://www.forgivingforward.com/)www.forgivingforward.com (http://www.forgivingforward.com)
Visit lovemercyintl.org (http://lovemercyintl.org) to see all of our upcoming outreaches!
Contact Information
Email: podcast@lovemercyintl.org (mailto:podcast@lovemercyintl.org)
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Episode Length: Approximately 1 hour
Hosts: Debbie, Wes, Samuel
Produced by Samuel Bender
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