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Grow + Go with Em TylerGrow + Go | When Faith Meets Addiction with 'Christian Alcoholic', Jon M. SeidlIn this powerful and let-it-all-hang-loose conversation, I sit down with my friend Jonathon M. Seidl to talk about faith, addiction, and the kind of radical vulnerability that leads to real healing.Jon shares openly about his journey with alcoholism—how it began, what it cost him, and how Jesus met him in the breaking. We explore what sanctification really looks like in the messiness of everyday life, why addiction is ultimately a worship issue, and why none of us can afford to sin as a pet.Jon walks us through four practical steps toward freedom, an...
2026-01-1450 min
NeuroDiverse Christian CouplesConfessions of the Christian Alcoholic with Jon SeidlAbout:Today, Dan and Stephanie interview Jon Seidl, author of Confessions of a Christian Alcoholic. Neurodivergent men are 9 times more likely than their non-neurodivergent peers to develop an alcohol or substance use/abuse problem. The later in life diagnosed neurodivergent man (with ADHD or ASD) with a co-occurring issue of anxiety and or depression is the most vulnerable to alcohol or substance use, and the risk is higher for those who have suffered untreated childhood trauma. Hear our heart- this is not about shaming or blaming, this is about your healing and being set free! Jon talks...
2025-12-151h 07
The LightGod-Sized Stories with Patricia Holbrook - Jonathon Seidl: Confessions of a Christian AlcoholicSend us a textWhat happens when a follower of Christ faces addiction head-on? In this powerful episode of God-Sized Stories with Patricia Holbrook, author Jonathon Seidl joins Patricia for a raw and hope-filled conversation about his new book, Confessions of a Christian Alcoholic.Jonathon opens up about his battle with alcoholism, the stigma that surrounds addiction in the Church, and how he encountered God’s grace in the midst of relapse, shame, and surrender. This isn’t a story about perfection — it’s about the messy, beautiful work of sanctifica...
2025-11-101h 13The LightGod-Sized Stories with Patricia Holbrook - Jonathon Seidl: Confessions of a Christian AlcoholicSend us a textWhat happens when a follower of Christ faces addiction head-on? In this powerful episode of God-Sized Stories with Patricia Holbrook, author Jonathon Seidl joins Patricia for a raw and hope-filled conversation about his new book, Confessions of a Christian Alcoholic.Jonathon opens up about his battle with alcoholism, the stigma that surrounds addiction in the Church, and how he encountered God’s grace in the midst of relapse, shame, and surrender. This isn’t a story about perfection — it’s about the messy, beautiful work of sanctifica...
2025-11-101h 13God-Sized Stories with Patricia HolbrookJonathon Seidl: Confessions of a Christian AlcoholicSend us a textWhat happens when a follower of Christ faces addiction head-on? In this powerful episode of God-Sized Stories with Patricia Holbrook, author Jonathon Seidl joins Patricia for a raw and hope-filled conversation about his new book, Confessions of a Christian Alcoholic.Jonathon opens up about his battle with alcoholism, the stigma that surrounds addiction in the Church, and how he encountered God’s grace in the midst of relapse, shame, and surrender. This isn’t a story about perfection — it’s about the messy, beautiful work of sanctifica...
2025-11-101h 13
LIFE Today LIVEDying To Escape - Jonathon SeidlThe author of "Confessions of a Christian Alcoholic" gets to the root of his abuse in order to escape the prison of escapism.
2025-10-2935 minLIFE Today LIVEDying To Escape - Jonathon SeidlThe author of "Confessions of a Christian Alcoholic" gets to the root of his abuse in order to escape the prison of escapism.
2025-10-2935 min
KFM On DemandFaith Over Fear - Falling into and Breaking Free from Addiction as a ChristianIn this episode of Faith Over Fear, Jonathon M. Seidl joins Carol McCracken to share his powerful story of recovery, identity, and hope from his book Confessions of a Christian Alcoholic. Jonathon opens up about the lies he believed, the role shame played in keeping him stuck, and how redefining alcoholism as a “misordered relationship” helped him name the problem honestly. He talks candidly about faith struggles and the importance of recognizing that while our mistakes describe us, they do not define us. Listeners will be encouraged by Jonathon’s reminder that freedom in Christ doesn’t mean perfection—it means l...
2025-10-2140 minLifeAudioFaith Over Fear - Falling into and Breaking Free from Addiction as a ChristianIn this episode of Faith Over Fear, Jonathon M. Seidl joins Carol McCracken to share his powerful story of recovery, identity, and hope from his book Confessions of a Christian Alcoholic. Jonathon opens up about the lies he believed, the role shame played in keeping him stuck, and how redefining alcoholism as a “misordered relationship” helped him name the problem honestly. He talks candidly about faith struggles and the importance of recognizing that while our mistakes describe us, they do not define us. Listeners will be encouraged by Jonathon’s reminder that freedom in Christ doesn’t mean perfection—it means l...
2025-10-2140 minFaith Over FearFalling into and Breaking Free from Addiction as a ChristianIn this episode of Faith Over Fear, Jonathon M. Seidl joins Carol McCracken to share his powerful story of recovery, identity, and hope from his book Confessions of a Christian Alcoholic. Jonathon opens up about the lies he believed, the role shame played in keeping him stuck, and how redefining alcoholism as a “misordered relationship” helped him name the problem honestly. He talks candidly about faith struggles and the importance of recognizing that while our mistakes describe us, they do not define us. Listeners will be encouraged by Jonathon’s reminder that freedom in Christ doesn’t mean perfection—it means l...
2025-10-2140 min
Susie Larson LiveBreaking free with Jonathan SeidlWhile the Christian community loves stories of salvation, it struggles with stories of sanctification--the often-messy journey of becoming like Jesus. Jonathon Seidl joins me on the next Susie Larson Live to share from his book, “Confessions of a Christian Alcoholic: A Candid Conversation on Drinking, Addiction, and How to Break Free.” We end the show praying for listeners. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here
2025-10-0850 min
Take FiVe - His GloryEp. 2100: Jonathon M. Seidl: Finding Freedom in Christ | Take FiVe Ep. 2100: Jonathon M. Seidl: Finding Freedom in Christ | Take FiVeAuthor Jonathon M. Seidl joins Take FiVe to share his powerful testimony and lessons from his new book, Confessions of a Christian Alcoholic. Seidl opens up about his battle with addiction, the moment God turned his life around, and the four key steps that brought him lasting freedom: abiding in Christ, finding true identity, practicing radical vulnerability, and walking in obedience. His message reveals that true recovery isn’t about willpower—it’s about surrendering every part of yourself to Jesus.W...
2025-10-0827 min
Word RadioIn the Market with Janet Parshall - Hour 2: Confessions of a Christian AlcoholicWhile the Christian community loves stories of salvation, it struggles with stories of sanctification--the often-messy journey of becoming like Jesus. As a result, many Christians who stumble are mired in shame, especially when it comes to one of society's biggest post-Covid obsessions: alcohol. But there is hope for those willing to rethink their drinking. Jonathon M. Seidl will join us to tell his own story of disordered drinking. Not only will he address the roots of addiction, trauma, and the often-overlooked reality that Christians aren't immune to sin struggles, he will also reframe the term alcoholic and share the...
2025-10-0845 min
The Pursuit of Manliness589: Jon Seidl | Confessions of A Christian AlcoholicSend us a textOn today’s PoM podcast I sat down and spoke with Jon Seidl author of “Confessions of a Christian Alcoholic: A Candid Conversation on Drinking, Addiction, and How to Break Free.”In Confessions of a Christian Alcoholic, Jonathon M. Seidl vividly tells his own story of disordered drinking. Not only does he address the roots of addiction, trauma, and the often-overlooked reality that Christians aren't immune to sin struggles, he also reframes the term alcoholic and shares the practical yet spiritual four-step process he used to break free—a process readers will fin...
2025-10-0737 min
Start: This Must-Listen Full Audiobook For Book-Lovers.Confessions of a Christian Alcoholic by Jonathon M. SeidlPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/2/audible/254839to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Confessions of a Christian Alcoholic
Author: Jonathon M. Seidl
Narrator: Jonathon M. Seidl
Format: mp3
Length: 7 hrs and 7 mins
Release date: 10-07-25
Ratings: 5.0 out of 5 stars, 1 rating
Genres: Christianity
Publisher's Summary:
While the Christian community loves stories of salvation, it struggles with stories of sanctification—the often-messy journey of becoming like Jesus. As a result, many Christians who stumble are mired in shame, especially when it comes to one of society's biggest post-Covid obsessions: alcohol. But there is hope for those willing to rethink their drinking.
2025-10-077h 07
Anchored by the SwordConfessions of a Christian Alcoholic with Jon Seidl: Grace, Healing, and Breaking Free!This is the final episode for season 17 and for the 200s! Today, I’m honored to welcome Jon Seidl, author of the brand-new book Confessions of a Christian Alcoholic: A Candid Conversation on Drinking, Addiction, and How to Break Free — that released today!Jon is no stranger to hard stories. You may know him from his first book, Finding Rest: Navigating the Valleys of Anxiety, Faith, and Life, where he opened up about his journey with OCD and anxiety. But in this conversation, Jon takes us even deeper into what he calls “Act Two” of his s...
2025-10-071h 00
Circle of Chairs with Caroline BeidlerCircle of Chairs with Jon SeidlThis week on Circle of Chairs Conversations, I had the privilege of sitting down with bestselling author Jonathon M. Seidl to talk about his brand-new book, Confessions of a Christian Alcoholic.Jon’s story is raw, messy, and radically vulnerable. For years, he lived a double life, faithful husband, father, Christian leader on the outside, while secretly battling alcoholism on the inside. But when his carefully constructed world unraveled, Jon found himself at rock bottom, desperate for redemption.And that’s exactly where God met him.In this episode, we t...
2025-10-0722 min
Author's Corner: Interviews about the Latest Christian BooksConfessions of a Christian Alcoholic, by Jonathon SeidlToday, Roberta talks to Jonathon Seidl about his new book Confessions of a Christian Alcoholic: A Candid Conversation on Drinking, Addiction, and How to Break Free, available from Revell publishers.There's hope for alcoholics who become Christians--and for Christians who become alcoholics· Learn what alcoholism really looks like· Discover how to break free from destructive habits and shame· Embrace the freedom that comes from radical honesty and vulnerabilityWhile the Christian community loves stories of salvation, it struggles with stories of sanctification--the often-messy journey of becoming like Jesus. As a res...
2025-10-0316 min
First Person with Wayne ShepherdJonathon SeidlWayne Shepherd talks with Jonathon Seidl about his alcohol addiction and the transforming power of Jesus to deliver him daily from his addictive behavior. (click for more...)Website and book: https://www.jonseidl.com Confessions of a Christian AlcoholicKey ThemesGod only uses sinners: Jonathon emphasizes that aside from Jesus, everyone God uses is imperfect.Shame and vulnerability: He initially resisted going public with his alcoholism due to fear of judgment in Christian circles.Sobriety journey: Now over two years sober; life is ric...
2025-09-2523 minLife Changing RadioFirst Person with Wayne Shepherd - Jonathon SeidlJonathon Seidl talks with Wayne Shepherd about his alcohol addiction and the transforming power of Jesus to deliver him daily from his addictive behavior. (click for more...)Website and book: https://www.jonseidl.com Confessions of a Christian AlcoholicKey ThemesGod only uses sinners: Jonathon emphasizes that aside from Jesus, everyone God uses is imperfect.Shame and vulnerability: He initially resisted going public with his alcoholism due to fear of judgment in Christian circles.Sobriety journey: Now over two years sober; life is ric...
2025-09-2523 minWKJA PodcastsFirst Person with Wayne Shepherd - Jonathon SeidlJonathon Seidl talks with Wayne Shepherd about his alcohol addiction and the transforming power of Jesus to deliver him daily from his addictive behavior. (click for more...)Website and book: https://www.jonseidl.com Confessions of a Christian AlcoholicKey ThemesGod only uses sinners: Jonathon emphasizes that aside from Jesus, everyone God uses is imperfect.Shame and vulnerability: He initially resisted going public with his alcoholism due to fear of judgment in Christian circles.Sobriety journey: Now over two years sober; life is ric...
2025-09-2523 minThe WellFirst Person with Wayne Shepherd - Jonathon SeidlJonathon Seidl talks with Wayne Shepherd about his alcohol addiction and the transforming power of Jesus to deliver him daily from his addictive behavior. (click for more...)Website and book: https://www.jonseidl.com Confessions of a Christian AlcoholicKey ThemesGod only uses sinners: Jonathon emphasizes that aside from Jesus, everyone God uses is imperfect.Shame and vulnerability: He initially resisted going public with his alcoholism due to fear of judgment in Christian circles.Sobriety journey: Now over two years sober; life is ric...
2025-09-2523 minKHCB On DemandFirst Person with Wayne Shepherd - Jonathon SeidlJonathon Seidl talks with Wayne Shepherd about his alcohol addiction and the transforming power of Jesus to deliver him daily from his addictive behavior. (click for more...)Website and book: https://www.jonseidl.com Confessions of a Christian AlcoholicKey ThemesGod only uses sinners: Jonathon emphasizes that aside from Jesus, everyone God uses is imperfect.Shame and vulnerability: He initially resisted going public with his alcoholism due to fear of judgment in Christian circles.Sobriety journey: Now over two years sober; life is ric...
2025-09-2523 min
The Word On DemandFirst Person with Wayne Shepherd - Jenny WaltmanWayne Shepherd talks with Jenny Waltman, Founder, CEO, and Chairman of Grace Klein Community in Birmingham, Alabama. (click for more) A ministry dedicated to serving underprivileged and disadvantaged people, rooted in biblical principles.Jenny and her husband lost their construction business (approx. $400,000).Moved into a high-value house zoned for an inner-city school.Their daughter attended, exposing them to stark poverty.A birthday party experience highlighted contrasts in wealth and living conditions, deeply impacting them.Convicted of being “frauds” for not living out their faith in service.Within 24 hours, others confirmed God’s call to begin ...
2025-09-1823 minWKJA PodcastsFirst Person with Wayne Shepherd - Jenny WaltmanWayne Shepherd talks with Jenny Waltman, Founder, CEO, and Chairman of Grace Klein Community in Birmingham, Alabama. (click for more) A ministry dedicated to serving underprivileged and disadvantaged people, rooted in biblical principles.Jenny and her husband lost their construction business (approx. $400,000).Moved into a high-value house zoned for an inner-city school.Their daughter attended, exposing them to stark poverty.A birthday party experience highlighted contrasts in wealth and living conditions, deeply impacting them.Convicted of being “frauds” for not living out their faith in service.Within 24 hours, others confirmed God’s call to begin ...
2025-09-1823 minLife Changing RadioFirst Person with Wayne Shepherd - Jenny WaltmanWayne Shepherd talks with Jenny Waltman, Founder, CEO, and Chairman of Grace Klein Community in Birmingham, Alabama. (click for more) A ministry dedicated to serving underprivileged and disadvantaged people, rooted in biblical principles.Jenny and her husband lost their construction business (approx. $400,000).Moved into a high-value house zoned for an inner-city school.Their daughter attended, exposing them to stark poverty.A birthday party experience highlighted contrasts in wealth and living conditions, deeply impacting them.Convicted of being “frauds” for not living out their faith in service.Within 24 hours, others confirmed God’s call to begin ...
2025-09-1823 minKHCB On DemandFirst Person with Wayne Shepherd - Jenny WaltmanWayne Shepherd talks with Jenny Waltman, Founder, CEO, and Chairman of Grace Klein Community in Birmingham, Alabama. (click for more) A ministry dedicated to serving underprivileged and disadvantaged people, rooted in biblical principles.Jenny and her husband lost their construction business (approx. $400,000).Moved into a high-value house zoned for an inner-city school.Their daughter attended, exposing them to stark poverty.A birthday party experience highlighted contrasts in wealth and living conditions, deeply impacting them.Convicted of being “frauds” for not living out their faith in service.Within 24 hours, others confirmed God’s call to begin ...
2025-09-1823 minFirst Person with Wayne ShepherdJenny WaltmanWayne Shepherd talks with Jenny Waltman, Founder, CEO, and Chairman of Grace Klein Community in Birmingham, Alabama. (click for more) A ministry dedicated to serving underprivileged and disadvantaged people, rooted in biblical principles.Website: https://gracekleincommunity.comJenny's Book: God Chose the Wrong Person can be found here. Jenny and her husband lost their construction business (approx. $400,000).Moved into a high-value house zoned for an inner-city school.Their daughter attended, exposing them to stark poverty.A birthday party experience highlighted contrasts in wealth and living conditions, deeply impacting them.Convicted of be...
2025-09-1823 minWOAY PodcastsFirst Person with Wayne Shepherd - Jenny WaltmanWayne Shepherd talks with Jenny Waltman, Founder, CEO, and Chairman of Grace Klein Community in Birmingham, Alabama. (click for more) A ministry dedicated to serving underprivileged and disadvantaged people, rooted in biblical principles.Jenny and her husband lost their construction business (approx. $400,000).Moved into a high-value house zoned for an inner-city school.Their daughter attended, exposing them to stark poverty.A birthday party experience highlighted contrasts in wealth and living conditions, deeply impacting them.Convicted of being “frauds” for not living out their faith in service.Within 24 hours, others confirmed God’s call to begin ...
2025-09-1823 min
Last In Line LeadershipEP498 CONFESSIONS OF A CHRISTIAN ALCOHOLIC | JON SEIDL | AUTHOR | SPEAKERFor the last 15 years, Jonathon M. Seidl (Jon) has been telling stories. In fact he’s written over 10,000 posts in his lifetime, first after helping start the top-50 news site TheBlaze in 2010, then as the editor-in-chief of the popular non-profit I Am Second. He writes, speaks, and consults on the power of storytelling, radical vulnerability, faith, mental health, and addiction. In 2024 he revealed his own struggle with alcohol, explaining how he was the Christian who became an alcoholic, not the other way around. His personal story—from spiraling into addiction to how he climbed out of it— is the...
2025-09-151h 08
Awesome Marriage PodcastAddiction, Sanctification, and the God Who Heals: Wider Lens with Jonathon M. SeidlIt's week two of Wider Lens. This week, Jonathon shares his story of recognizing his addiction, confronting the root causes beneath it, and finding freedom through Christ. From misordered priorities to the hidden struggles many Christians face, this conversation explores recovery, sanctification, and the hope that healing is possible. We are praying that this episode encourages you to reflect, reprioritize and hold tightly to the hope of Jesus! Episode Highlights: Understanding addiction as a spectrum allows for earlier intervention and support. Acknowledging one's addiction is the first step towards healing and t...
2025-09-1259 minAwesome Marriage PodcastAddiction, Sanctification, and the God Who Heals: Wider Lens with Jonathon M. SeidlIt's week two of Wider Lens. This week, Jonathon shares his story of recognizing his addiction, confronting the root causes beneath it, and finding freedom through Christ. From misordered priorities to the hidden struggles many Christians face, this conversation explores recovery, sanctification, and the hope that healing is possible. We are praying that this episode encourages you to reflect, reprioritize and hold tightly to the hope of Jesus! Episode Highlights: Understanding addiction as a spectrum allows for earlier intervention and support. Acknowledging one's addiction is the first step towards healing and t...
2025-09-1259 min
Mornings in the Lab with Keith & FriendsWhat if the thing you’re most ashamed of is the exact thing that sets you free?For years, Jonathon M. Seidl told other people’s stories.10,000+ of them for Glenn Beck, I Am Second, Kirk Cameron, Chip and Joanna Gaines.But behind the scenes?His own life was unraveling—anxiety, OCD, addiction.On the outside, it looked like success.On the inside, he was drowning.Until he stopped hiding.Jon went from writing about transformation to living it.His #1 bestseller, Finding Rest shattered the stigma around faith and mental health.Now, he’s doing it on The Verita...
2025-02-1002 min
Dusk Till DawnSinging Allowed“But let all who take refuge in you rejoice; let them ever sing for joy, and spread your protection over them, that those who love your name may exult in you.”— Psalm 5:11I’m one of those strange people that sings in public. More accurately, I hum in public, and sing in public places when they are empty.Or at least, when I think they’re empty.A couple of days ago I bumped into someone at the supermarket doing the same thing and gave each other that look that says, “this never h...
2025-01-0302 min
Visionary Discipleship PodcastHow Entrepreneurs Can Make DisciplesJonathon "Jon" Seidl is a writer, speaker, and digital media strategist. He’s the author of the #1 bestseller, "Finding Rest: A Survivor’s Guide to Navigating the Valleys of Anxiety, Faith, and Life."He was a founding editor for the news website TheBlaze.com, which became one of the top 50 websites in the country, reaching over 35 million unique visitors. He is now founder and president of The Veritas Creative, a digital media consulting and content creation firm.To contact Jon, or for more information, go to FindRestNow.com
2024-12-1949 min
That Was StupidThe one where the Christian filmmaker gets death threats (Episode 20)Josh Doyle is a natural-born adventurer. He’s done everything from lead camping trips in the Middle East to spending a week fishing in the remote Alaskan wilderness. But his greatest adventure has been starting a viral YouTube channel that has amassed millions of views and followers. It’s also, you could say, his stupidest decision. Why? Because the point of the YouTube channel—I Found the Truth— is to bring the hope of Jesus to the Muslim world. And that has been nearly as dangerous as it has been successful when you consider the death th...
2024-12-1835 min
That Was StupidThe one where the female entrepreneur says goodbye to the beautiful thing she created (Episode 19)Lara Casey Isaacson is a serial entrepreneur. She’s the mind behind the wildly successful companies Southern Weddings and Cultivate What Matters.That success meant everything was great and she’d never leave, right? Wrong.So how did she go from being the founder and CEO of two successful companies to giving it all up to be a stay-at-home homeschool mom? Well, that’s episode 19 of “That Was Stupid.”In this episode, Lara shares her journey of building her businesses, the challenges she faced, and the importance of faith and obedience in her life. She...
2024-11-1557 min
That Was StupidThe one where the mom becomes a Food Network star (Episode 18)Susie Bulloch was writing recipes as a side hustle in-between wrangling kids. But what was a hobby eventually turned into something bigger. Much bigger. Susie is now the founder of Hey Grill Hey, one of the most successful barbecue websites in the country. She’s stared on Food Network, cooked with superstars Bobby Flay and Michael Symon, and runs a successful barbecue school called The Grill Squad.Susie is now one of the most recognizable names and faces in barbecue. But how did she go from mom to mopping brisket? How did she end up on...
2024-10-1649 min
That Was StupidThe one where the former NASA employee sends stories to space (Episode 17)Beth Mund’s idea was as stupid as her voice is smooth: send stories to space, with actual astronauts. Beth worked at NASA for years in public relations and fell in love with the stars as well as educating people on what’s “out there.” Her time at the space agency eventually led to the idea of partnering with space launches to send personal stories beyond the reach of gravity. So she started a non-profit that does just that. How? Why? What does it take to do that? And how can YOU send your act...
2024-10-0349 min
Living Once Twice PodcastLiving Once Twice Ep 85 - Removing The Masks We Hide Behind"The greatest battle we face as human beings is the battle to protect our true selves from the self the world wants us to become." - E.E Cummings As shared by writer & speaker Jonathon Seidl, the truth is that we all wear masks. We pretend. We fake it. We try to be someone or something we're not. Or we hide. We're ashamed to reveal our true selves, our true identity because we don't think we'll be accepted. We want to be loved for who we are, but we tell ourselves that "who we are" isn't what...
2024-09-2522 min
That Was StupidThe one where the woman leaves a cult (Episode 16)Carrie Sheffield vividly remembers finding her father’s writings and realizing something was wrong. Up until that point, she and her family were convinced her dad was a prophet in the LDS church. They traveled around the country, living in tents and motorhomes. The abuse she encountered was her “normal.” However, shortly after finding her father’s letters she found the courage to leave the cult her family had created. Not surprisingly, those she loved told her she was “stupid.” But that’s just the beginning: her father quickly “prophesied” that she would be raped for leaving.
2024-09-181h 00
That Was StupidThe one where the wife has an affair with her husband's best friend (Episode 15)Sarah Matzke was your typical, young, married, suburban woman. Nestled in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains, she was just starting out her life with her husband. Except, she had a secret. She was secretly having an affair with her husband’s best friend. That secret was eating away at her, until she eventually came clean. But was it too late for her marriage to be saved? What did she need to realize about herself? And what small compromises years earlier lead to a full-blown affair?In Episode 15 of “That Was Stupid,” Sarah joins...
2024-09-041h 01
That Was StupidThe one where the pitcher becomes a pastor (Episode 14)Brandon Moore had a dream. A dream he was so dedicated to that even when everything was pointing to an unhealthy obsession, he ignored it. Until he couldn’t. From a young age, Brandon wanted to be a professional baseball player. And as a young man, that dreamed seemed like it was going to come true. For a moment, it did. After playing college ball at the University of Arkansas, he was drafted by the Milwaukee Brewers to be a pitcher.But the dream soon turned into an unhealthy obsession. Despite injuries and al...
2024-08-211h 10
That Was StupidThe one where the divorced mom builds an empire (Episode 13)Bryson Kessler’s life didn’t end up looking exactly like she thought it would.After being in ministry for years, a divorce changed her trajectory. That raised a lot of questions and doubts, not only among others but a little in herself. Still, despite the setback, she found love again. She also found her purpose: a boutique that catered to women.But finding your purpose and living it out are two different things. Building an empire isn’t easy and requires a lot of faith, as well as being willing to pivot.In Epi...
2024-08-0755 min
That Was StupidThe one where the World Series winner becomes a prisoner (Episode 12)Brandon Puffer had it all. He had a family, he had a World Series ring, and even though he was back in the minor leagues he was being groomed to become a coach. One night, though, he threw it all away. After having given up alcohol completely for years, he started dabbling again. So when some of the younger players finally convinced him to spend a night out on the town, he went all in. What happened that night is easily the most stupid decision of his life, and it led to over three years...
2024-07-2456 min
That Was StupidThe one where the pastor makes a truly stupid decision (Episode 11)No one is immune from making a stupid decision. Not even a pastor from one of the country’s largest churches. Let me introduce you to Lee Coate. Lee is an executive pastor at The Crossing Church in Las Vegas. He’s a sought-after speaker and consults other churches and ministries all across the country. And his advice is based on experience — painful experience at that. At one point in his career, Lee was so burned out he “pulled the ripcord,” as he puts it. That decision led to a lot of pain, but also a lot of g...
2024-07-1053 min
THE M2 THE ROCK SHOW - Michael MolthanVULNERABILITY with JON SEIDL on M2 THE ROCK with MICHAEL MOLTHANJonathon M. (Jon) Seidl is a dad, a husband, an entrepreneur and a kidney donor. He holds a degree in politics, philosophy, and economics from The King’s College in New York City, but at his core he’s a storyteller. In fact, he’s written nearly 10,000 posts in his lifetime, helping lead organizations like I Am Second and Kirk Cameron’s digital platform after getting his start in the news business. And even though he consults businesses, non-profits, and content creators on digital media, his first love — his true love — is writing. He runs the popular Substack “Dear Jon,” where he writes...
2024-07-0145 min
That Was StupidThe one where the journalist takes a wild journey (Episode 10)There’s a good chance that we might not have one of the most recognizable names in faith journalism if he would have listened to his detractors.Billy Hallowell is one of the country’s premier reporters, focusing on issues of faith, politics, and culture. He’s interviewed everyone from the president to leading atheists. He’s also the author of four books. But when he was trying to decide what to do with his life and expressed an interest in journalism, more than one person told him, “that was stupid.”Luckily for us, Billy didn’t liste...
2024-06-2645 min
That Was StupidThe one where the professional musician becomes a #1 realtorDid you hear about the Christian musician who became a #1 realtor? “That Was Stupid” is back, and our first guest of the season is a former Christian musician who gave up music to be a… real estate whiz? Yup!Logan Walter spent all his life in music. He recorded albums, he toured, and he made it his life. It’s what he was known for and it’s what he did. It even was the “family business,” so to speak.So when he decided after the pandemic to completely pivot and become a realtor, a lot...
2024-06-1252 min
That Was StupidThe one where we're back!Season 1 was a blast. We interviewed Miss America about leaving America; we talked to an ESPN star who gave it all up to work for a non-profit; and we even talked to a successful businessman who drank sewage in order to bring the world clean water. We took a break last May to work on some other things; most importantly I took a break to work on myself. You’ll actually be getting that story very, very soon. But now we’re back!For Season 2, we have some great guests lined up, including a worship past...
2024-06-1006 min
Team Us: A Christian Marriage PodcastNavigating Sickness as a Team with Jon and Brett SeidlDid you recite traditional vows at your wedding? We did! One thing we promised was, “in sickness and in health.” But what does it look like to walk together as a team through sickness? Best-selling author Jon Seidl and his wife Brett—who is an award-winning interior designer—join us to talk about how they have been navigating debilitating health issues. It’s Part 2 of our interview with them. TAKE THE "US TIME" CHALLENGE When we’re going through hard stuff, there is a lot of opportunity for conflict, misunderstandings, and hurting one another. Talk about what fo...
2024-05-2825 min
Team Us: A Christian Marriage PodcastNavigating Mental Health as a Team with Jon and Brett SeidlHas your marriage been impacted by mental health issues? If so, today’s episode is for you. Best-selling author Jon Seidl and his wife Brett—who is an award-winning interior designer—join us to talk about how they’ve navigated the valleys of anxiety and OCD as a team. It’s Part 1 of two episodes with them. Jon and Brett are open, vulnerable, and wise. You don’t want to miss this interview! TAKE THE "US TIME" CHALLENGE Take time to do a weekly check-in with your spouse. Ask if they are feeling any stress or anxiety, a...
2024-05-2127 min
Christian Podcast for Men | Real Men ConnectFinding Rest in Your Anxiety, Faith, and Life (EP:772) Jonathon Seidl. Over the past decade, Jon has been a prolific story teller. In fact, he's written over 6,000 of them, first after helping start a top-50 news site, then as the editor-in-chief of the popular non-profit I Am Second, and then as the head of Kirk Cameron's digital course business. Jon now runs his own digital media consulting and content creation firm, called The Veritas Creative. His book on anxiety, "Finding Rest," instantly became a #1 Amazon bestseller, topping the charts in several categories. In fact, Jon's book ranked #17 on new release on all of Amazon and is...
2023-06-211h 03
That Was StupidThe one where we're on a breakJust like Ross and Rachel, we're officially on a break! In fact, we've called a wrap on Season 1 of That Was Stupid. We're taking the summer to book more great guests, hire more people, and prepare for an incredible Season 2. Here's an update from our host, Jon Seidl. Get ready! This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit jonseidl.substack.com/subscribe
2023-05-3005 min
That Was StupidThe one where the influencer refuses to be influencedSydney Pritchard Benson (Sydney Michelle Benson) is an influencer. That might make some people cringe. After all, an influencer's job is to, well, influence people. And there are plenty of "influencers" who confirm the stereotypes. Sydney, though? She's different. In fact, she did something really stupid when it came to her wedding. She refused to be influenced by the closest people to her. Instead of throwing a massive Texas wedding (where everything is bigger) she eloped. That caused a lot of strife. So how does an influencer get to the point where she throws the smallest wedding possible instead...
2023-05-2450 min
The Integrated Life | Live a Purpose Full life64. Finding RestIn this episode of The Integrated Life podcast, Diana welcomes her guest, Jonathon Seidl. Jon is a speaker, podcaster, and author of the book, Finding Rest: A Survivor's Guide to Navigating the Valleys of Anxiety, Faith, and Life. Jon tells about his mental health journey and how he found his greatest success with a whole-self treatment of brain, body, and spirit. Find rest by listening today. Learn more about Johnathon Seidl at: Finding Rest Book and Workbook — Jonathon M. Seidl Finding Rest Book and Workbook — Jonathon M. Seidl F...
2023-05-2329 min
That Was StupidThe one where the Hollywood reporter stands up to HollywoodMegan Alexander has been an NFL reporter as well as a correspondent for Inside Edition. You've seen her face, even if you don't realize it. She also has several "that was stupid" stories. Stories that led her to the pinnacle of the NFL, and those that meant she could lose her job. Every story has a common theme: she stood up for what she knew was right and was honest. Now you get to hear all of them, while also being armed with some pretty incredible advice when it comes to taking your own stand for what's right.
2023-05-1644 min
That Was StupidThe one where the mom starts a multi-million dollar businessBrett Seidl went to college to study Spanish and marginalized communities. She even lived in the Latin American bush for a time. So how did she end up starting a multi-million dollar interior design firm? It began as a passion, and that passion turned into a big leap of faith after she had her first child. She shares the inspiring story of going from being the strategic director at a non-profit to starting an interior design business with no degree in the industry. Her advice for not only moms but entrepreneurs is invaluable. And her stories? Well, you won't...
2023-05-0946 min
That Was StupidThe one where the ESPN star gives it all upJason Romano was at the pinnacle of his professional career. He was, after all, the digital producer at ESPN on its biggest radio show, "Mike and Mike." but after 17 years at "the worldwide leader," he started getting an itch to do something different. Something bigger. Something of greater consequence. So he took a contract position with zero benefits and a 40% pay cut to help start...a sports podcast. How did it turn out? Well, that's his "that was stupid" story. Jason gives an in-depth look at the decision, how it turned out, and what some of ESPN's biggest stars...
2023-05-0256 min
That Was StupidThe one where the businessman drinks sewage to save the worldChristopher Beth never imagined drinking raw sewage. But that's where he found himself after making a radical decision. He left a successful business consulting career after visiting the Amazon in order to pursue the daunting task of brining the world clean water and a message of hope. He details how he ended up finding a small filter that can give a family a lifetime of clean drinking water, why he decided to do it, and what others told him when he made it his life goal. He also explains how he "tests" his filters, and it involves some really...
2023-04-2552 min
That Was StupidThe one where Miss America leaves AmericaKirsten Haglund (now Kirsten Mueller-Daubermann) won the Miss America pageant in 2008 in stunning fashion. But now? She's the only reigning Miss America to not live in the United States. Why? And why did she leave a successful news career to move overseas and teach spin classes? She shares the details and even spills on her time at Fox News and what fellow Miss America Gretchen Carlson told her during their time working together. Does she have regrets? Well, you'll just have to listen... This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other...
2023-04-181h 04
That Was StupidThe one where we introduce 'That Was Stupid'Welcome to the new podcast That Was Stupid, the show all about taking chances and proving everyone wrong! In this introductory episode, host Jon Seidl walks you through how the idea came about, explains what you can expect, and peels back the onion on his background. Settle in and get ready for the inaugural season of That Was Stupid! This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit jonseidl.substack.com/subscribe
2023-04-1810 minLIFE Today LIVEMental Health Matters - Jonathon SeidlThe author of the bestseller “Finding Rest" takes stock of the mental health of people today and the hope that can reach into every level of despair.
2023-04-1133 minLIFE Today LIVEMental Health Matters - Jonathon SeidlThe author of the bestseller “Finding Rest" takes stock of the mental health of people today and the hope that can reach into every level of despair.
2023-04-1133 min
Intersection PodcastIntersection Podcast - 2023 Vol. 11 Jo Hancock - His Vessel MinistriesJonathon Seidl - Finding Rest: An Invitation to Go DeeperBrent McCorkle - Jesus RevolutionJoel Malm - Summit Leaders {Connecting the Dots}meetinghouseonline.info
2023-03-1724 min
Bill Bunkley ShowBillBunkleyShow_030623On today's show Bill talks with Jonathon M. Seidl, author of Finding Rest: Navigating the Valleys of Anxiety, Faith, and Life. In the second hour we are joined by Todd Bensman, author of Overrun: How Joe Biden Unleashed the Greatest border Crisis in U.S. History. In the third hour we welcome back Myra Kahn Adams, author of Bible Study For Those Who Don’t Read The Bible - Part 2.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2023-03-072h 53
The Way You Show UpOvercoming Anxiety And OCD with Jon Seidl"You are not powerless against anxiety. And you are not alone."This is what we talk about in today's episode of It Starts With Attraction with our guest Jon Seidl. For the last decade, Jonathon M. Seidl (Jon) has been telling stories. In fact he’s written over 6,000 of them, first after helping start a top-50 news site, then as the editor-in-chief of the popular non-profit I Am Second, and most recently as the head of a special digital media product for actor Kirk Cameron. He now runs his own digital media consulting and content cr...
2022-10-1141 min
HuckabeeRep. Nicole Malliotakis, Pastor Chris Butler, John Berry | HUCKABEERep. Nicole Malliotakis DISCUSSES gun reform, 2022 midterms, and more. Pastor Chris Butler is a Democrat Congressional candidate for Illinois. Learn about his PRO-LIFE views as a Democrat. Dan Stapleton performs MIND-BLOWING illusions. Jonathon M. Seidl is the former editor-in-chief for I Am Second. He gets personal in his debut book. GRAMMY® Award-winning country singer/songwriter, John Berry, PERFORMS! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2022-06-1657 min
Songs & Stories Podcast#606 Can Christians Talk about Anxiety and OCD with other Christians?Jon Seidl has worked with a ton of Christian leaders and influencers like Kirk Cameron and Glen Beck, but it wasn’t until he had a heartbreaking conversation with his wife that he realized he had to get some answers. Jon’s book, Finding Rest, is about how he was able to finally name his Anxiety Disorder and OCD to save his life.
You can follow what Jonathon Seidl is doing at Findrestnow.com and get his book Finding Rest
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2021-11-251h 03Songs & Stories Podcast#606 Can Christians Talk about Anxiety and OCD with other Christians?Jon Seidl has worked with a ton of Christian leaders and influencers like Kirk Cameron and Glen Beck, but it wasn’t until he had a heartbreaking conversation with his wife that he realized he had to get some answers. Jon’s book, Finding Rest, is about how he was able to finally name his Anxiety Disorder and OCD to save his life.
You can follow what Jonathon Seidl is doing at Findrestnow.com and get his book Finding Rest
Become a Knuckle Breaker at KnuckleBreakers.co to get 2 extra podcast episodes a week...
2021-11-251h 03
Releasing Trauma; a Survivor's PodcastMental Health and Anxiety, With Jon SeidleIn the aftermath of the pandemic, even those who have never struggled with mental health have found themselves reeling, looking for answers they don't know how to find. For Christians, especially those who've despaired of help from a church that has too often stigmatized poor mental health as a lack of faith, the way forward can be particularly difficult to see.Jonathon Seidl aims to fix that. Having fought his own way through crippling anxiety, life-altering OCD, and suicidal thoughts, he knows the value of concrete advice grounded in strong biblical truth.
2021-11-1428 min
The Shaun Tabatt ShowJonathon Seidl - How to Navigate the Valleys of Anxiety, Faith, and LifeIn the aftermath of the pandemic, even those who have never struggled with mental health have found themselves reeling, looking for answers they don't know how to find. For Christians, especially those who've despaired of help from a church that has too often stigmatized poor mental health as a lack of faith, the way forward can be particularly difficult to see. Jonathon Seidl aims to fix that. Having fought his own way through crippling anxiety, life-altering OCD, and suicidal thoughts, he knows the value of concrete advice grounded in strong biblical truth. Instead of the trite or...
2021-10-0634 min
Israel CollectiveFinding Rest | Jonathon SeidlWe talk about Israel and Jon’s #1 bestseller, Finding Rest: Navigating the Valleys of Anxiety, Faith, and Life
2021-09-3055 min
Lead Culture with Jenni CatronEpisode 124 | Find Rest Now: An Interview with Jon SeidlIf we want to lead with all of who we are--heart, soul, mind, and strength--we must be able to first know who we are. And how we are. Though discussions about mental health are becoming more common, there's much to learn about leading through seasons that are fraught with anxiety. In this episode, Jenni talks with Jon Seidl about his own journey as a successful leader who also struggles with anxiety and OCD. Jon will help you not only attend to your own anxiety challenges, but he serves as a guide for how to walk with those you lead...
2021-09-1437 min
UpNext at The StreamUpNext — Gabrielle Bosché Interviews Jonathon Seidl of "I Am Second"On this second episode of UpNext, Gabrielle Bosché interviews Jonathon Seidl, editor-in-chief of I Am Second, which inspires people of all backgrounds to live for God and others. Jonathon was formerly managing editor at The Blaze and has always had a passion for writing, starting his career soon after graduating from Kings College in New York City. Jonathon currently lives near Dallas, Texas with his wife and their young daughter.
In this podcast, Jonathon breaks down his own journey, including:
— The real story behind The Blaze and what life on a startup looks like
— How to tell stories your family, frien...
2016-05-2300 min
Taking Back America's PodcastJon Seidl, Assistant Editor at The Blaze, Glenn Beck's news blogFrom TheBlaze.com
Jonathon M. Seidl is an assistant editor at The Blaze. His writing has appeared in WORLDmagazine and online with The American Spectator. Although a Green Bay Packers fanatic, he and his wife live in New York City with their dog, Gus. Seidl graduated from The King's College-New York City with a degree in politics, philosophy, and economics.
http://www.theblaze.com/blog/author/jseidl/
2011-06-2327 min
77ROMANCE PODCASTJon Seidl, Assistant Editor at The Blaze, Glenn Beck's news blogFrom TheBlaze.com
Jonathon M. Seidl is an assistant editor at The Blaze. His writing has appeared in WORLDmagazine and online with The American Spectator. Although a Green Bay Packers fanatic, he and his wife live in New York City with their dog, Gus. Seidl graduated from The King's College-New York City with a degree in politics, philosophy, and economics.
http://www.theblaze.com/blog/author/jseidl/
2011-06-2328 min