Steps

About Steps

Built By Faith is a space for honest conversations about real life and the quiet ways God shapes us through it. No performance. No pressure. Just real stories shared with open hands. Because some of the most meaningful faith isn’t taught from a stage, it’s built over time through everyday life. Hosted by Steve Vencl.

Publisher

Steve Vencl

Category

education · religion & spirituality

Language

en

Explicit

Yes

First episode

8 Dec 2021

Latest episode

3 Nov 2026

Latest episodes

46 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   3 Nov 2026

   Steve Vencl — Who Are Your Corner People?

   Who are your corner people? The ones who pray for you, stand in the gap, and bring you closer to Jesus? In Mark 2, four men carried their paralyzed friend to Jesus. Unable to reach Him through the crowd, they opened the roof and lowered their friend to His feet. And Jesus saw their faith. In this solo episode of Built By Faith, Steve reflects on the people God places around us, including his grandmother, whose prayers meant more than he realized at the time. From the four men in Mark 2 to the inner circle of Peter, James, and John, this conversation is an invitation to consider who surrounds us, who sharpens us, and who helps us draw nearer to the Lord. And for those who aren't sure who their people are, there's encouragement to seek the Lord and ask Him to reveal the relationships He's already placed in their lives—or bring new ones alongside them. Scripture: Mark 2:1–12, Proverbs 27:17, James 5:16, Galatians 6:2, Matthew 6:33. We're not meant to do life, faith, or business alone. Built By Faith is a Christian podcast about honest conversations on how faith is formed in real life. and all of it gives glory to God

2. 

   27 Oct 2026

   Steve Vencl — I Will Not Leave You as Orphans

   Have you ever been surrounded by people and still felt completely alone? When I was 21, my mom passed away unexpectedly. She was 41. In the months that followed, I went back to college, eventually dropped out, and found myself navigating a life that looked nothing like the one I'd known. As my relationship with my dad changed, that feeling of loneliness only grew. Twenty-five years later, a moment at a men's gathering brought those memories back to the surface. In this solo episode of Built By Faith, I share the story of losing my mom, the years that followed, and what I've come to recognize about God's presence through it all. As I prepared to share, I found myself in John 14:18: "I will not leave you as orphans; I am coming to you." For a long time, I felt like an orphan. But looking back, I can see that even when I couldn't recognize His presence, God had never left me. There are still things I'm processing. Still things I'm learning to surrender. But my identity is no longer rooted in what I've lost. It's rooted in who I belong to. If you're walking through a season of loneliness, grief, or uncertainty, I hope this conversation reminds you that you aren't alone. And if someone comes to mind while you're listening, reach out. Sometimes that's exactly where God is leading us. Scripture: John 14:17–21

3. 

   20 Oct 2026

   Nick Lumarque — Obedience Beyond the Outcome

   What does it look like to follow God when you don't know where He's leading? For Nick Lumarque, obedience has meant walking through unexpected doors, surrendering things he once held tightly, and learning to trust God with the outcome. At 27, Nick is a videographer and the owner of Abide Studios in Mesa, Arizona. But his journey of faith didn't begin with a successful business or a clear sense of calling. It began with an unexpected encounter with God that changed the direction of his life. In this episode of Built By Faith, Steve and Nick talk about the moments that followed: finding freedom from addiction, walking away from a $15,000 business opportunity because of personal conviction, and stepping into ownership of a studio without knowing exactly what God had planned. But beyond the testimonies of breakthrough, there's an honest conversation about what it means to remain faithful when life is uncertain. They explore the tension between doing things for God and simply being with Him, learning to lead yourself before leading others, and remembering God's faithfulness even in seasons of financial difficulty. Through the story of Mary and Martha and the encouragement of Hebrews 12, Nick offers a reminder that our hope isn't ultimately found in what God gives us, but in Jesus Himself. Because even if the outcome isn't what we expected, Jesus is enough. In this conversation: Encountering God and beginning a genuine relationship with Jesus Choosing obedience when it comes at a financial cost The unexpected story behind Abide Studios Stewarding leadership, business, and relationships Learning to sit with God before serving Him Trusting God's faithfulness through uncertainty Fixing our eyes on Jesus and living with an eternal perspective Scripture referenced: Revelation 12:11, 2 Corinthians 5:20, Romans 8:28, Luke 10:38–42, Hebrews 12:1–3. Connect with Nick Lumarque Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nicklumarque/ (https://www.instagram.com/nicklumarque/) Abide Studios: https://www.instagram.com/abidestudioaz/ (https://www.instagram.com/abidestudioaz/) Connect with Built By Faith Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevevencl/ (https://www.instagram.com/stevevencl/) Built By Faith is a podcast sharing honest conversations about how faith is formed in everyday life. Real people. Real stories. All for His glory. 00:00 — Cold Open 00:28 — Welcome to Built By Faith 01:36 — The Unexpected Door to Abide Studios 05:30 — A Calling Beyond Business 13:18 — Nick's Early Faith Journey 17:00 — The Encounter That Changed Everything 21:22 — Surrender and Freedom 28:03 — God's Faithfulness in the Studio 32:51 — Learning to Lead Yourself 37:18 — Doing for God vs. Being With God 40:37 — Mary and Martha: Sit First 44:51 — Walking Away From $15,000 49:32 — Faith, Finances, and Generosity 53:28 — Trusting God Through Uncertainty 56:27 — A Shared Season of Surrender 1:02:49 — Fixing Our Eyes on Jesus 1:06:17 — Even If He Doesn't 1:07:28 — Closing Prayer

Who has been a guest on Steps

Names identified in recent episode analyses. Showing up to five guests.

• Josh Chaney
• David Maus Jr
• Peter Nelson II
• Monica Strohschein
• Mitch Sadowsky

Reach and audience

Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.

Apple Podcasts (US)

4.8 / 5

18 ratings

Spotify

4.9 / 5

11 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 21 / 100

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Quality

22

Social presence

0

YouTube

0

Engagement

51

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