My Reason Why
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<p><b>Done with the performance? So are we.</b></p><p>In a world of polished Sunday morning testimonies and rigid church culture, where do you go when your faith feels messy? How do you find a personal relationship with Jesus when the "lens" of traditional religion doesn't seem to fit your reality?</p><p><b>My Reason Why</b> is a podcast dedicated to the authentic, the questioning, and the seekers. Hosted by Kechler and Rainell, we pull back the curtain on the "perfect" Christian image to explore real-life journeys of faith, the processing of hard questions, and the beauty of a personal walk with God that belongs to <i>you</i> not an institution.</p><p>Each week, we sit down with individuals from all walks of life to hear their unfiltered "Reason Why." No scripts, no performance just honest conversations about finding God in the grey areas and seeking Jesus on your own terms.</p><p><b>In this show, we explore:</b></p><ul><li><b>Authentic Journeys:</b> Moving past "church-speak" to the heart of the matter.</li><li><b>Hard Questions:</b> Navigating the difficult questions of faith.</li><li><b>Personal Faith:</b> What it looks like to seek Jesus outside of traditional expectations.</li></ul><p>Whether you’re deconstructing, rebuilding, or simply looking for a safe space to be vulnerable, you belong here.</p><p><b>Join the walk. Discover your reason why.</b></p>
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2/18/2026
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Recent Episodes
March 9, 2026
"Stop Playing in God’s Face": Discipline, Freedom, and the Silent Foundation
<p>The conversation covers the host's background, passion for mental health, the journey of starting a podcast, the intersection of faith and mental health, views on Christianity and Christian culture, understanding true freedom in faith, and the personal relationship with God. The takeaways include a passion for mental health and a personal relationship with God. The conversation delves into the theme of God's constant reassurance and comfort, highlighting the means through which God communicates with individuals. It explores the reconciliation of personal desires with God's plan, the challenges of reconciling life with God's character, and the reasons for holding onto faith despite difficult circumstances.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Passion for Mental Health</li><li>Personal Relationship with God God's constant reassurance</li><li>God's provision and favor</li><li>God's faithfulness and guidance</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Personal Relationship with God</li><li>30:58 God's Reassurance and Comfort</li><li>38:13 God's Means of Communication</li><li>46:11 God's Plan vs. Personal Desires</li><li>56:12 Reconciling Life with God's Character</li></ul>
February 18, 2026
The Season Finale
<p>The conversation explores personal journeys, faith, and the concept of justice. Melissa shares her path into criminal justice, while the speakers discuss the impact of personal experiences on their perception of justice and God's role in it. They also reflect on finding purpose in adversity and the influence of church and faith on personal growth. The conversation delves into the discovery of hypocrisy and tensions within the church, encountering spiritual warfare, the role of community in guiding one's faith, the reality of spiritual warfare, the impact of a transformative book, understanding spiritual gifts, a personal journey of returning to God, stewarding spiritual gifts and discerning God's voice, the concept of God as everlasting love, and words of encouragement for those seeking purpose and faith.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Personal experiences shape perceptions of justice</li><li>Faith and perseverance are essential in overcoming trials Discovering hypocrisy and tensions within the church led to a turning point in the speaker's faith journey.</li><li>Encountering spiritual warfare and discerning spiritual gifts played a significant role in the speaker's return to God.</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Introduction to My Reason Why</li><li>05:58 Impact of Justice and God's Definition</li><li>11:17 Understanding Justice and God's Role</li><li>20:32 Finding Purpose in Adversity</li><li>27:15 Faith and Perseverance in Trials</li><li>35:42 Impact of Church and Faith on Personal Growth</li><li>42:08 Encountering Spiritual Warfare</li><li>47:39 The Real Church: Community and Guidance</li><li>54:43 Understanding Spiritual Gifts</li><li>01:05:43 Stewarding Spiritual Gifts and Discerning God's Voice</li><li>01:12:14 God as Everlasting Love</li></ul>
February 18, 2026
Many Denominations...One Truth
<p>The conversation delves into the speaker's life journey, from moving from Jamaica to Wisconsin, discovering the charm of Milwaukee, and the impact of travel on spiritual growth. It also explores the early perception of God, His role in the speaker's life, and finding peace and assurance in faith. Additionally, it highlights the importance of questioning, seeking answers, and being open to different perspectives. The conversation delves into the importance of open-mindedness in faith and belief, emphasizing the need to listen, consider, and test different perspectives. It explores the practical testing of faith through prayer, study, and engagement with diverse viewpoints. The acknowledgment of personal biases and the shift in the view of God are highlighted, along with the significance of representing God's character and living out the gospel message. The reasons for serving God and practical advice for those searching for their 'reason why' are also discussed.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Spiritual development through travel</li><li>Importance of questioning and seeking answers</li><li>Finding peace and assurance in faith Open-mindedness in faith</li><li>Testing and questioning beliefs</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Openness to Different Perspectives</li><li>33:18 Open-Mindedness in Faith and Belief</li><li>41:05 Acknowledging Personal Biases</li><li>53:15 Representation of God's Character</li><li>59:15 Living Out the Gospel Message</li></ul>
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- What is My Reason Why?
<p><b>Done with the performance? So are we.</b></p><p>In a world of polished Sunday morning testimonies and rigid church culture, where do you go when your faith feels messy? How do you find a personal relationship with Jesus when the "lens" of traditional religion doesn't seem to fit your reality?</p><p><b>My Reason Why</b> is a podcast dedicated to the authentic, the questioning, and the seekers. Hosted by Kechler and Rainell, we pull back the curtain on the "perfect" Christian image to explore real-life journeys of faith, the processing of hard questions, and the beauty of a personal walk with God that belongs to <i>you</i> not an institution.</p><p>Each week, we sit down with individuals from all walks of life to hear their unfiltered "Reason Why." No scripts, no performance just honest conversations about finding God in the grey areas and seeking Jesus on your own terms.</p><p><b>In this show, we explore:</b></p><ul><li><b>Authentic Journeys:</b> Moving past "church-speak" to the heart of the matter.</li><li><b>Hard Questions:</b> Navigating the difficult questions of faith.</li><li><b>Personal Faith:</b> What it looks like to seek Jesus outside of traditional expectations.</li></ul><p>Whether you’re deconstructing, rebuilding, or simply looking for a safe space to be vulnerable, you belong here.</p><p><b>Join the walk. Discover your reason why.</b></p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
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