"Know Their Story" is a short-run podcast designed to equip and encourage you as you take the next step in sharing your faith—by truly listening. This year at Bethany, we’re on a mission to hear 2,000 stories as part of Know Their Story. This podcast is a tool and an encouragement to help you engage in meaningful conversations with people who are close to you but far from God.
So often, we jump straight to proclaiming the gospel without first listening. But love listens. This podcast dives into why listening matters, how to ask the right questions, and practical ways to connect with others on a deeper level. Whether you struggle with starting conversations, overcoming fear, or simply knowing what to say, we’re here to help you break through those barriers. Our desire is to stir you up to love and good works as you step out, listen well, and share the hope of Christ.
Let’s start a conversation—because every story matters.
Ep 7 – Friendship First, Reaching the Nations in Peoria with Mandy Hobbs
Episode Summary: In this episode of Know Their Story, host Jimmy Houck talks with Mandy Hobbs, one of the team leaders for Bethany’s Tuesday Night Soccer Ministry, about how soccer has become a powerful front porch for gospel relationships. Mandy shares her heart for using this weekly pickup game as more than just a recreational outlet—it’s a space for cross-cultural ... Read More
1 Apr 2025
Ep 6 – Joining God’s Work: Everyday Evangelism with Chinedu Ugorji
Episode Summary: In this powerful episode of Know Their Story, host Jimmy Houck, Outreach Minister at Bethany Church, sits down with Chinedu, a passionate servant-leader at the Hands of Grace Gospel Pantry, a collaborative ministry between Bethany Church and Grace Baptist Church. Together, they reflect on how gospel conversations, deep compassion, and simple availability can open hearts and transform lives. ... Read More
10 Mar 2025
Ep 5 – Small Conversations, Big Impact with Julia Jast
Episode Summary: In this episode of Know Their Story, host Jimmy Houck, Outreach Minister at Bethany Church, sits down with Julia Jast to explore how Good News Club is providing a powerful opportunity to love and listen to children in local schools. Julia shares her passion for this after-school ministry, which introduces kids to the gospel through Bible lessons, songs, ... Read More
6 Mar 2025
Ep 4 – Love That Listens in Action with Pastor Josh Beakley
Episode Summary: In this episode of Know Their Story, host Jimmy Houck, Outreach Minister at Bethany Church, sits down with Pastor Josh Beakley to explore how love leads believers to listen well—especially when engaging with unbelieving friends, family, and neighbors. Josh and Jimmy dive into Colossians 4:2-6, discussing how prayer, wisdom, and gracious speech help open doors for the gospel. ... Read More
13 Feb 2025
Ep 3 – Loving People Well with Jimmy Houck
Episode Summary: In this episode of Know Their Story, host Tyler Collins, Media and Communications Director at Bethany Church, sits down with Jimmy Houck, Outreach Minister, to discuss the third message in the Know Their Story sermon series. Jimmy reflects on how love listens and why listening is essential for evangelism, drawing lessons from 1 Corinthians 13 and the life ... Read More
6 Feb 2025
Ep 2 – Growing as a Listener with Pastor Ritch
Episode Summary: In this episode of Know Their Story podcast, host Jimmy Houck, Outreach Minister at Bethany Church, continues the conversation with Pastor Ritch, diving deeper into the art of listening and why it’s essential for sharing the gospel. They explore why true listening starts with God, how our relationship with Him shapes our ability to listen well, and how ... Read More
24 Jan 2025
Ep 1 – Listening with Love with Pastor Ritch
Episode Summary: In this episode of Know Their Story, host Jimmy Houck, Outreach Minister at Bethany Church, sits down with Pastor Ritch to explore the power of listening in evangelism. Bethany Church has set a bold goal for 2025: to engage in 2,000 meaningful conversations, truly hearing people’s stories as a way to share Christ’s love. Jimmy and Pastor Ritch ... Read More
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