AlwaysBecoming with Canaan is a storytelling podcast about real people, real stories, and the moments that changed them. Through honest conversations about faith, loss, addiction, relationships, starting over, second chances, and everything in between, Canaan sits down with people willing to tell the whole story, not just the polished ending. These are the stories of what shaped us, what changed us, and who we are still becoming.
In the inaugural episode of the Always Becoming Podcast, Canaan shares her personal journey of faith, struggles with addiction, and the transformative power of God's love. Through storytelling, she emphasizes the importance of sharing real-life experiences and the ongoing process of becoming more like Jesus.
Takeaways
Embrace your journey
God's love is unconditional
Chapters
00:00 The Heart of Storytelling
02:15 Exploring Faith and Struggles
05:13 Personal Journey of Becoming
09:52 The Impact of Family Dynamics
12:45 Battles with Addiction
17:10 Finding Redemption and Restoration
24:46 The Consequences of Choices
33:04 A Prodigal's Return
39:34 God's Unconditional Love
44:33 The Power of Forgiveness
47:14 Invitation to the Journey
16 Jun 2026
IDCast: Ideal
The conversation explores the theme of 'Ideal' and the tension between the life one pictures and the life one has. It delves into the disappointment, comparison, contentment, and the concept of 'Jesus Juice' in relation to one's ideal life. The conversation delves into the themes of personal journey, ideal life, restoration, and salvation. It explores the concept of living an ideal life, the challenges faced, and the role of faith in restoration and salvation. The speakers share personal experiences and insights, offering encouragement and guidance to listeners.
Takeaways
Tension between the ideal life and the actual life
Contentment does not equal complacency
The concept of 'Jesus Juice' and hijacking God's plan Personal journey
Restoration and salvation
Chapters
00:00 Exploring the Ideal
12:06 Contentment and Jesus Juice
31:59 Chasing Dreams and Self-Reflection
38:01 The Fight for an Ideal Marriage
49:13 The Journey of Faith
9 Jun 2026
IDCast: Idle
The conversation delves into the topic of spiritual stagnation, exploring its signs, causes, and the distinction between being lukewarm and stagnant. It emphasizes the importance of consistency in spending time with God and the impact of unresolved pain, addiction, emotional exhaustion, and comparison on spiritual growth. The conversation delves into the challenges of comparison in spiritual journeys, the impact of performance expectations on stagnation, alternative ways to connect with God, and the importance of grace and rest in spiritual growth.
Takeaways
Spiritual stagnation can be less dramatic than we make it
Consistency in spending time with God can lead to a change in one's day Comparison in spiritual journey
Stagnation due to performance expectations
Alternative ways to connect with God
Grace and rest in spiritual growth
Chapters
00:00 Understanding Spiritual Stagnation
16:22 Lukewarm vs. Stagnant
22:45 Causes of Spiritual Stagnation
29:08 Alternative Ways to Connect with God
46:10 Grace and Rest
2 Jun 2026
IDCast: Ideology
The conversation explores the formation of belief systems and the influence of experiences on beliefs. It delves into the impact of family, church culture, denomination, pain, fear, and trauma on belief formation. The importance of scripture, avoiding arrogance, and sharing ideology with love are also discussed. The conversation delves into the importance of active listening and the role it plays in fostering unity and humility. It also explores the intersection of politics and spirituality, the biblical perspective on sexuality, and the delicate balance between grace and truth in relationships and interactions.
Takeaways
Formation of belief systems
Influence of experiences on beliefs Active listening
Unity and humility
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Family Influence
05:00 Formation of Belief Systems
10:14 Impact of Pain and Trauma
15:22 The Importance of Scripture
20:28 Staying Teachable and Humble
31:10 The Art of Listening and Unity
36:24 Navigating Politics and Spirituality
48:42 Balancing Grace and Truth
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26 May 2026
IDCast: Idols
The conversation explores the concept of idols and their impact on modern life. It delves into personal experiences with idols, the recognition of modern idols, and the process of identifying and addressing them. The discussion emphasizes the importance of putting God first and seeking His approval over the influence of idols.
Takeaways
Idols are things we go to before we go to God
Idols can be anything that we run to for comfort instead of God
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to IDCAST
06:18 The Journey of Being Kept and Restored
11:42 Control and Avoiding Discomfort as Idols
20:18 Living Without Idols
26:25 Seeking God's Approval Over Idols
32:26 The Impact of Idols on Emotions
39:40 The Priority of God Over Everything
19 May 2026
IDCast: Identity
The conversation explores the theme of identity and its connection to faith, weight loss, striving, survival mode, and worship. It delves into the concept of an unshakable identity rooted in Christ and the transformation of identity through the journey of faith.
Takeaways
Identity is deeply connected to faith and impacts various aspects of life.
An unshakable identity rooted in Christ brings peace and stability in the face of life's challenges.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Funny Stories
08:09 The Id-Cast Series
16:18 Identity in Survival Mode
25:10 Identity and Worship
43:06 Identity Transformation
12 May 2026
Wait, That Wasn't a Sin?
The conversation explores the concept of freedom in Christ and the examination of extra-biblical beliefs. It delves into childhood beliefs and controversies, highlighting the need for Christians to do better in their interactions with others.
Takeaways
Freedom in Christ
Examining Extra-Biblical Beliefs
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Fun Moments
5 May 2026
The Cost of Reinvention
The conversation delves into the theme of reinvention, exploring the cost, consequences, and choices involved. It also discusses the importance of a strong foundation, the relinquishment of control, and the role of bravery and prayer in the process of reinvention. The conversation delves into the lifelong journey of reinvention, highlighting the challenges, costs, and rewards associated with it. It emphasizes the importance of surrendering to God and actively listening to His guidance. The speakers share personal experiences, insights, and practical advice for those seeking positive change and healing in their lives.
Takeaways
Cost of reinvention
Consequences and choices
Foundation and control
Bravery and prayer Reinvention as a Lifelong Journey
Surrender and Listening to God
Chapters
00:00 The Cost of Reinvention
08:53 Bravery and Prayer
30:25 Early Life and Reinvention
36:05 The Cost of Reinvention
41:29 Behavior Modification and Healing
50:23 Recognizing the Stirring for Change
55:30 The Pathway of Reinvention
28 Apr 2026
When Caregiving Leads to Grief
The conversation delves into Lisa's caregiving journey and the impact of illness on her family. It explores the sacrifices made, the challenges faced, and the perspective on healing and hope. Lisa shares the highs and lows of the journey, offering a raw and honest portrayal of her experience. The conversation delves into the challenges of caregiving for a loved one with cancer, the impact of the caregiver's experience, struggles within the relationship, coping with grief and loss, the complexities of grief, and finding purpose and healing in the aftermath.
Takeaways
Caregiving and grief
Navigating illness and hope Caregiving challenges
Grief and loss
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Lisa's Story
07:36 The Diagnosis
13:13 The Surgery and Recovery
21:02 Celebration and Struggles
29:46 Navigating Cancer and Caregiving
39:00 Struggles in the Relationship
45:39 Coping with Grief and Loss
55:15 Finding Purpose and Healing
21 Apr 2026
What Forgiveness Actually Looks Like
In this episode, Lisa and Canaan discuss the process of rebuilding, the challenges of forgiveness, and the misconceptions about forgiveness. They share personal experiences of forgiving themselves and others, emphasizing the power of forgiveness in healing and restoration. The conversation highlights the freedom and release that forgiveness brings, as well as the importance of choosing forgiveness as a pathway to healing and peace.
Takeaways
Forgiveness is a choice, not a feeling
Forgiveness creates space for healing and restoration
Chapters
00:00 The Rebuilding Process
05:33 The Pathway to Forgiveness
11:13 Receiving Forgiveness
17:17 Forgiveness and Freedom
22:30 The Power of Forgiveness
28:09 Forgiveness and Restoration
33:13 Forgiveness and Healing
14 Apr 2026
The Ledge
The episode delves into the theme of 'The Ledge' and the consequences of teetering on the edge of moral and emotional boundaries. It explores the impact of infidelity, the struggle with temptation, and the journey of restoration and redemption.
Takeaways
The Ledge: The episode focuses on the concept of 'The Ledge' and the pivotal moments that lead to moral and emotional compromise.
Restoration and Redemption: It highlights the theme of restoration and redemption, emphasizing the possibility of healing and transformation after making regrettable choices.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Deep Dive
05:33 The Descent: Falling from the Ledge
10:36 Rebuilding and Restoration
29:01 Setting Boundaries and Avoiding the Ledge
46:00 Encouragement and Conclusion
7 Apr 2026
The Version of Me That Didn't Survive
The conversation explores the concept of different versions of ourselves, shaped by survival mode and the struggle to be authentic. It delves into the turning point of getting honest and letting go of false identities, leading to the beginning of something new.
Takeaways
Survival Mode Identities
Honesty and Authenticity
Chapters
00:00 The Beginning of Something New
31 Mar 2026
Welcome to Kept & Restored
The Kept and Restored podcast introduces the hosts, Canaan and Lisa, and explores their personal journeys of resilience and faith. The podcast aims to provide hope and inspiration to listeners through authentic storytelling and reflections on life experiences. Each episode delves into the themes of being 'kept' and 'restored,' offering insights into navigating hard seasons and finding hope in the midst of challenges.
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