Send us a text In Part 2 of this episode, after losing his son and walking away from a booming chiropractic practice, Joe spent two and a half years in a season of waiting—trusting God without knowing what was next. Through that time of rest, study at Bible college, and a series of divine appointments, God led him to The King’s Academy. There, Joe discovered a new calling: to love students, mentor coaches, and shape young lives through faith and sports. It’s a story of providence, purpose, an...
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Send us a text In Part 2 of this episode, after losing his son and walking away from a booming chiropractic practice, Joe spent two and a half years in a season of waiting—trusting God without knowing what was next. Through that time of rest, study at Bible college, and a series of divine appointments, God led him to The King’s Academy. There, Joe discovered a new calling: to love students, mentor coaches, and shape young lives through faith and sports. It’s a story of providence, purpose, an...
Send us a text In Part 2 of this episode, after losing his son and walking away from a booming chiropractic practice, Joe spent two and a half years in a season of waiting—trusting God without knowing what was next. Through that time of rest, study at Bible college, and a series of divine appointments, God led him to The King’s Academy. There, Joe discovered a new calling: to love students, mentor coaches, and shape young lives through faith and sports. It’s a story of providence, purpose, an...
Send us a text Serving God comes with real costs—sometimes unthinkable ones. In this powerful conversation, Joe Maemone shares his journey from successful chiropractor to nearly 30 years in Christian education. He opens up about losing his young son, walking through grief, and how God met him in the darkest moments with an embrace that forever changed his trajectory. Joe reminds us that ministry is about showing up, loving people as Christ has loved us, and trusting God with the fruit. This i...
In Part 2, Hubert and LJ dive deep into their calling as lay Christians outside the walls of the church. They share raw stories of relational evangelism at work and school, and the unique gift of undivided devotion in singleness. They reflect on overcoming ministry fatigue—not with willpower, but by returning again and again to the sufficiency of Christ and the Gospel that truly satisfies and anchors us in eternal significance.
Hubert and LJ reflect on how the gospel shapes a life of joyful availability to God—fueling a desire to contribute wherever He leads. They share how simple obedience and showing up can become the very means through which God builds His church, fulfills His purposes, and ministers to others.
Daniel shares how a childhood love of investing became a calling in finance—and how his workplace is a space for quiet, faithful witness. Irene reflects on the process of supporting Daniel’s call to church eldership and how they discern ministry decisions together as a team. They also open up about the daily realities of parenting and the challenge of balancing work, church, and family. Through it all, they remind us that we don’t need to escape the mundane to encounter God—He is at work in t...
Daniel and Irene Chui share how the faithfulness of one generation laid the groundwork for the Christ-centered home they are building today. From formative childhoods steeped in ministry and hospitality to their present-day rhythms of family discipleship, classical Christian education, and vocational calling, their story is one of intentional faithfulness. Irene also reflects on her work as a clinical psychologist and how ministry can unfold even in rooms where faith is not spoken aloud.
Grant shares his journey through chronic pain, spiritual exhaustion, and the slow path toward healing. With honesty and hope, he reflects on how wrestling with God became an act of gritty faith—reminding us that even when healing is slow, God is near, and showing up in the struggle is itself an act of worship.
Grant shares how rewriting the Psalms became his way of wrestling with God when scripture felt distant—learning through serving in the church and the workplace, that faithfulness often looks like showing up and staying in the struggle.
Dante and Cherina share how prioritizing their walk with God has shaped every aspect of their lives—from homeschooling their four children to running multiple businesses—allowing them to live with intentionality, resist cultural pressures, and fully embrace the joy of their calling in family and work.
Dante and Cherina open up about the unseen moments that fuel their faith—the discipline of early morning devotions, surrendering personal comfort, and trusting God daily.
Joe and Erin share how embracing ordinary faithfulness—serving “the one” with Christ-like love—has transformed their careers and ministry while deepening their walk with God.
Isaac and Yoonhee unpack the heart behind Lay of the Land, sharing its origin and vision. They dive into the meaning of LOTL and what listeners can expect from the conversations ahead.
Send us a text In Part 2 of this episode, after losing his son and walking away from a booming chiropractic practice, Joe spent two and a half years in a season of waiting—trusting God without knowing what was next. Through that time of rest, study at Bible college, and a series of divine appointments, God led him to The King’s Academy. There, Joe discovered a new calling: to love students, mentor coaches, and shape young lives through faith and sports. It’s a story of providence, purpose, an...
