The Built Different Podcast with Dr. Zach Clinton

Have you ever experienced something difficult and began questioning God? Maybe even doubting His goodness, grace, and faithfulness? Starting to ask Him the ‘Why’ questions, like “God, Why are you allowing this to happen to me?” Today’s Built Different Guest, Christian singer and songwriter, Danny Gokey, is no stranger to challenge and difficulty. After losing his late wife, Sophia Martinez, to complications during her third surgery to treat her congenital heart disease, Danny was left broken and uncertain of what was to come. Yet, in those moments God encouraged him to reframe his ‘Why’ questions into ‘What’ questions… Rather than “Why me?” he began asking “What can I learn in the midst of my pain?” or even “God, what is your will so that I may begin walking in it?” It’s amazing what God can turn our pain into. Just four short weeks after losing Sophia, Danny tried out for American Idol and placed in the top-3 sparking what we now see as one of the most decorated Christian music careers in history! He was also remarried to his current wife of over a decade, Leyicet, and together they have 4 beautiful children! Danny’s heart and music rests in reminding us that God is for you and not against you. He has a beautiful and perfect plan for your life. And He can turn your pain into your greatest purpose if you let Him. If you’re struggling to believe and see it with that perspective today, maybe you just haven’t seen it yet. Keep on believing! Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Our Built Different Guest today is former legendary MLB pitcher, Andy Pettitte. After an 18 year professional baseball journey, Andy racked up one of the most decorated careers collecting 5 World Series Championships, 3 All-Star Game selections, and 256 career wins along the way. There is obviously no question that Andy is a fierce competitor who wanted to do his very best while playing the game that he loved, but what Andy shares with us is that his main priority has always been to grow and strengthen his relationship with Christ above everything else. Throughout this episode you will hear a common theme that Andy reminds us of which is the consistency of God. Even in the ups and downs throughout Andy’s baseball career, but more importantly his life, God has always remained the same. The heart of this interview rests in helping you understand that no matter what you may be going through, God is still God, and He is still Good! Even when you can’t see it, He is working on your behalf! Rest in His consistency today! Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Hebrews 11:1 reminds us that, “Faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen.” But let’s be honest with ourselves, it can be really hard to “have faith” during times of uncertainty, transition, and challenge. Yet during these difficult moments, we must remember that true and genuine faith in God can be forged in the valleys of our journey. God wants us to press into Him during these times more than ever! Hebrews 11:6 goes on to remind us that “Without faith it is impossible to please God, because anyone who comes to Him must believe that He exists and that He rewards those who earnestly seek Him.” Today’s Built Different Guest, is no stranger to understanding what it means to step out in faith even in the midst of uncertainty. Today’s guest is world renowned Christian singer and songwriter, Micah Tyler. Micah knew he was called to ministry at a young age, but it wasn’t until his late 20’s that he felt the Lord calling him into music! After literally selling over half of what he and his wife owned at the time, they devoted their lives to following and trusting the Lord’s leading. Even in the midst of fear, difficulty, and sometimes frustration that they experienced, God continually showed up and provided like He always does! My friends, we can always have faith, because of the hope that Christ offers us. Hope is never lost, sometimes it just needs to be redirected. Why? Because Hope is a person. Micah believes that living out your faith will ultimately reflect what it means to be DIFFERENT in our world today. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Since the beginning of time, God’s Word tells us that we were created for one thing: a RELATIONSHIP with Him. Unfortunately, sin quickly entered this world which ruptured the relationship we were intended to have with God. But God, being so rich in love, grace, and mercy sent His one and only Son, Jesus, to pay the penalty for our sins on the cross and to rise again 3 days later so that we may have the opportunity to restore our relationship with Him! All we simply have to do is say YES to Jesus through asking for the forgiveness of our sins and believing in Him. In this episode our Built Different guest, Pastor Clayton King joins us to share of the significance of the Easter Story. Pastor Clayton shares details and stories from Scripture that may easily get overlooked, yet proclaim of the goodness, faithfulness, and intentionality of God. Our prayer is that through this episode, you will be reminded of your worth and value in understanding that God specifically cares for you and He loves to redeem wounded lives! Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Pain is inevitable. It’s a part of every single one of our journeys throughout life. John 16:33 reminds us, “That in this world you WILL have trouble…” so it’s not a matter of “if” but of “when” we experience challenge, difficult, and adversity in our lives. We can’t OUTRUN it, but we can choose to OUTLAST it! Our Built Different Guest today is one of if not the greatest motivational speaker of our day and age, Inky Johnson. Inky has one of the most inspiring testimonies you will ever hear as God has helped him turn what was his greatest PAIN into his greatest PURPOSE! He now shares his testimony to help people understand that even when his faith seemed as if it were on trial and he almost lost his hope and belief, God didn’t give up on him. Even when you feel down and discouraged, God is still walking with you and He hasn’t forgotten about you. He is still in your midst. It may be hard to get up right now, but continue to fight the good fight. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

It’s very easy to start losing our identity in what we do. In athletics, it’s especially easy to find our worth and value in our performance. We are constantly working for success, but too many don’t know how to handle or process failure. Today’s Built Different guest is no stranger to the sporting arena as he is currently the QB for the Washington Commanders, Carson Wentz! Carson, like everyone, has experienced several ups and downs in the midst of his career yet he has constantly lived by one motto which is playing and living for an “Audience of ONE.” In this episode, Carson thanks God for all of the trials he has endured because they have led him to opportunities for growth and to a place of finding true surrender in Christ. His hearts beats to remind people of WHO they are by helping them remember WHOSE they are. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Let’s be honest, life is filled with difficult and painful seasons. Life sometimes delivers knock out blows that we never saw coming, and sometimes these become our defining moments. Today’s Built Different guest is a guy who’s taken a few blind side hits of his own both on the gridiron during his 18 year Hall Of Fame career in the NFL and off the field as well, Ben Roethlisberger! In this epsiode Ben reminds us that life is not going to be perfect. Life is full of peaks and valleys and it’s easy to give God the glory from the top of a mountain. But he challenges us by asking, Can we give Him the glory when we’re in midst of the valley as well? We must STAND BACK UP! Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Have you ever gone through a season of life where it felt like you were being overlooked, forgotten, or like no one cared? I think we’ve all been there. Today’s Built Different Guest is no stranger to disappointment, discouragement, and doubt. He’s been through the ringer and his abilities have been questioned time and time again, but that never deterred him from the ultimate mission and calling God placed on his heart. Our guest today is the American Underdog himself, Kurt Warner. In this episode Kurt shares his unforgettable testimony where he journeyed in the wilderness and through several valleys in and throughout his life, BUT GOD brought restoration and resurrection his dreams. Kurt went from being an undrafted free agent to one of NFL’s greatest stories winning 2 MVP’s, a Super Bowl title, and a Super Bowl MVP along the way. Our prayer is that this episode would remind you that even when you can’t track or trace God, you can always TRUST Him. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Happiness and Joy are two very different things. Happiness is an emotion that is contingent on one’s successes and failures, but Joy is an internal state that dwells deep within us and gives us contentment regardless of the external circumstances. Our Built Different guest today to discuss what Unwavering Joy looks like is, Derek Orndorff, who is the starting Center Fielder for the Liberty University baseball team and he is also currently the National Collegiate Homerun Leader! In this episode, Derek dives deep into his personal testimony and discusses how regardless of the mountain top moments or valleys he’s experienced in life, he has been able to find joy in his personal relationship with the Lord! Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

When life gets hard, it’s easy to find comfort in the low places, to give up, and to identify yourself as a victim. However, today’s Built Different guest, Richard Yeargin III, discusses his pivotal shift in mentality from that of a victim to that of a VICTOR! As a 2x College Football National Champion, Richard, has endured significant pain and challenge in and throughout his life, yet believes and procalims that God’s plan is Perfect and His timing is never late! Through his unforgettable testimony, Richard will share how because of God’s grace and second chances, he was able to persevere and rise above his low places in life. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.