Life As A Christian is a Trinity Abilene Podcast hosted by Kaden Kimberlin. We will dive into the everyday lives of Christians to see how they handle their day-to-day; the blessings, the struggles and everything in between. We'll take a deep look at how Christians maneuver in a "not so Christian" world.
Naomi Wood - Area Coordinator, Operation Christmas Child
It’s never too early to start talking about Christmas! Today Kaden talks with Abilene area coordinator for Operation Christmas Child, Naomi Wood. You might already be familiar with Operation Christmas Child, where you pack the box and send it off, but there is so much more that goes into it. Naomi is going to explain all the details and the impact these boxes truly make and explain how you can get involved in this vital ministry.
6 May 2024
Kate Bustos - Owner of Bustos Training
Kaden sits down with good friend, Kate Bustos, of Bustos Training. She used to be on radio with Kaden, achieving the number one spot in Abilene. Now she’s a mom of five that helps people reach their health and fitness goals. Kate shares what it takes to have a healthy lifestyle and how it correlates with your Christian walk.
22 Apr 2024
Craig Jordan - Assistant Chief of Police, APD
Today Kaden sits down with Craig Jordan, the Assistant Chief of Police for the Abilene Police Department. As you can imagine, it is one of the most stressful jobs you can have. Craig talks to us today about the importance of being grounded in his faith. He shares some heart wrenching stories and some fun stories too. If you are dealing with a stressful job, he has some really good advice on how to deal with that. Thanks for tuning in.
1 Jan 2024
Dr. Beth Schaeffer - Hardin Simmons University
Today Kaden talks with Dr. Beth Schaeffer, a Trinity church member and professor of physical therapy at Hardin Simmons University. She shares her commitment to serving in her local church and community along with inspiring stories of her most recent mission trip to Kenya.
18 Dec 2023
Kevin Kennedy - Pastor of Trinity Baptist Church
We are so excited about this show today! We are launching an “Ask the Pastor” segment to the podcast. We begin with Lead Pastor Kevin Kennedy of Trinity Baptist Church. If you have questions for the Pastor, you can email us at podcast@trinityabilene.com (mailto:podcast@trinityabilene.com). Your questions could make future podcasts. We hope you enjoy this episode.
4 Dec 2023
Mark Hewitt - Love and Care Ministries
If you’re looking for an inspiring story, then we have an episode for you. Today Kaden sits down with the executive director and founder of Love and Care Ministries, Mark Hewitt. Love and Care has been operating for 29 years, right here in the Big Country, serving the working poor and homeless. Mark shares how Jesus changed his life, grew his faith through obedience, and continues to provide for his family and ministry to this very day.
6 Nov 2023
Rebel Taylor & Corey Barnett - Big Country CASA
Kaden has an eye opening conversation with Rebel Taylor from Big Country CASA and Corey Barnett, a CASA volunteer and member of Trinity Baptist Church. This episode highlights the needs of our local foster system and lays out helpful ways we can get involved to make a difference in the life of a child.
16 Oct 2023
Matt Smith - Business Owner, Fat Matt Roofing
Kaden sits down with Matt Smith, the owner of Fat Matt Roofing. This two-part series begins with Matt sharing his redemption story. In this episode he will discuss what it is like to do life as a Christian business owner desiring to make a worldwide impact for the cause of Christ.
11 Sept 2023
Jamie Gentry - Associate Pastor of Trinity Abilene
Kaden talks with Jamie Gentry, associate pastor of Trinity Baptist Church Abilene, Texas. In this episode Jamie will share details of his latest trip to the countries of Jordan, Lebanon, and Turkey. He ministers to refugees that have literally lost everything, by listening to their burdens, meeting physical needs, and praying with them. As he puts it, ministry is not always pretty, but he knows that he is doing what God called him to do.
14 Aug 2023
Josh McKain - Captain of the Salvation Army – Abilene
Kaden talks with Josh McKain, a captain of the Salvation Army in Abilene. So far, his life journey has been crazy. In this episode things gets a little worse before they get better, but there is a happy ending. Jesus does shine through in the end. Josh's story expresses how great God's redemption truly is. We hope you are inspired by Part 2 with Josh McKain.
28 Jun 2023
Dr. Alejandro Elias - Victory Spine
Kaden sits down with Dr. Alejandro Elias, DC from Victory Spinal Care, Abilene Texas. He has a great story about when he came to Jesus and how he has never turned back. Alejandro discusses God’s guiding hand and what life as a Christian looks like running a chiropractic practice with his wife, Dr. Emily Elias, DC.
9 May 2023
Belen Miranda - Pregnancy Resources
Kaden talks with Belen Miranda, a resource navigator at a pregnancy resource center. Belen became a Christian at a young age and had many positive influences in her life. Even so, she still made wrong choices, as we all do. Belen found out she was pregnant just after she graduated high school. Even in the face of this difficult situation, she trusted God to see her through. She now lives out her life helping young ladies that are facing similar circumstances.
14 Apr 2023
Justin & Ashley Adames - Medical Field
Kaden sits down with friends Justin and Ashley Adames who discuss their approach to life as a Christian in the medical field. They love their jobs and show real passion for what they do. Justin and Ashley give helpful insight into how they live out their faith in front of their patients and find meaningful ways to not only help them physically, but meet their spiritual needs as well.
24 Mar 2023
Debra Stewart - Educator
Kaden talks with Debra Stewart, a middle school principal, about life as a Christian in our school system. We’re going to dive into some of the do’s and don’ts when bringing God into our schools. In 1962 the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that it was unconstitutional for public school teachers to lead prayer or give any devotional reading from the Bible, but in 1984 Congress passed the Equal Access Act. We will discuss the impact of those rulings and share how teachers can make a difference in student’s lives as they live out their Christian faith.
1 Mar 2023
Haytham Mazari - Missionary
Kaden talks with James Gentry and Haytham Mazari. We will hear powerful stories of God at work, including how they are making a spiritual impact on the refugee population in Jordan and how the local church ministers to people on a daily basis. Life as a Christian looks different in the Middle East, but there is much to be learned from these passionate servants.
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