Mountain & Valley Podcast

In this episode Kipp and Micah had the opportunity to interview avid trail runner, Nick Horvath. Nick shares his story and discusses his experiences running in the woods, being a husband, father, and living with alopecia. He also discusses the struggles of working in a godless environment, growing in his faith, and adoption.

We want to thank every one of our listeners, you’re the reason Mountain and Valley exists and what has made Season 1 as successful as has been. So from the bottom of our hearts thank you. We asked you to submit questions that you would like answered about this podcast and what we believe. During this episode we sat down to answer those questions, we hope you enjoy it. We'll see you again in Season 2!

In this episode Micah shares his story. From leading worship to learning about God through alopecia. Listen now to hear about how one of our hosts came to know and love God. https://linktr.ee/MountainValleyPodcast

Micah and Kipp sit down to conclude their solo discussion about the anatomy of a testimony. They recap the main points hit when telling your faith story, and cover a few key ideas about why Christians share their testimonies with others. Thank you all, so much, for joining us on this journey, we're looking forward to Season Two. If you would like to submit questions for our Q&A episode, hit this link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/FCWWGWZ

In this episode Kipp and Micah sat down with friend and pastor Travis Jones. Travis tells us about how he accepted Christ at an early age and how that shaped what the rest of his life has looked like. He also shares about his time in the mission field, his brief time boxing, and how some of the most silly ideas are often the ones that pay off most. But, as we say, we’ll let him tell you his story.

On today’s episode Kipp and Micah sat down with David Dahlke who discusses life with cerebral palsy, battling suicidal thoughts and self doubt. As well as how God has given him a unique platform to do what he loves, even though it doesn't look quite like he thought it would. Kipp and Micah have known David for a number of years and were beyond thankful for his willingness to share his story and all that God has done in his life. This episode was mastered by J. A. Parkey.

What happens after salvation? Does everything stay the same? How do you interact with the people in your life? In this episode Micah and Kipp discuss what life looks like after you meet Jesus. If you would like to submit a question for our upcoming Q&A episode click this link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/FCWWGWZ

On today’s episode Kipp and I sat down with our good friend Jimmy Adams. Jimmy shares about his life growing up in the catholic church, leading worship, how later attending a Baptist college redefined what his relationship with God looked like, and family health struggles. But we’ll let him tell you his story. This episode is dedicated to Jimmy’s dad, Jim Adams. Since the recording of this episode Jim is no longer battling cancer, but is now home with Christ. 

In this episode Kipp and Micah discuss the transformation that occurs after salvation. This isn't something that saves you, but rather the change that shows the fruit of what has taken place in your life. It's a crucial moment in telling your story to someone else, because it reveals how Jesus has worked in your heart so that your life is a better reflection of his love.

In this episode we sat down with Bethany Horvath. Bethany shares about serving in Intervarsity Christian Fellowship, the struggles of chronic illnesses, how God heals, and how college was a defining time for her faith. Oh, and in case you couldn't guess, Bethany is Micah's older sister. Here’s a link to the article Bethany mentioned: https://intervarsity.org/blog/living-depression

Your testimony isn't about you. It's about Jesus. Your story is the vehicle used to deliver the story of Jesus to someone in your life.  In this episode Micah and Kipp discuss what it means to include the Gospel within your testimony, as well as some practical ways to do so. Biblical examples mentioned in the episode: John 3:16 The Roman Road (Romans 1:20-21, Romans 3:23, Romans 5:8, Romans 6:23, Romans 10:9-10, Romans 10:13, Romans 11:36) Acts 7

In this episode e we sat down with our friend Taylor Smith to discuss growing up in a Christian school, how he was paid to come to church, growing in your faith, along with what it means to be a worship leader.  This episode features the song My Great Need as performed by The Bridge Worship Band, written by Taylor Smith.

Do you remember the moment when you first heard the Gospel? When we tell our testimonies this is the key moment. It's the thing that everything depends on. Without the hope of the Gospel our stories are relatively meaningless. If you were taking out the time to share your faith with someone, you wouldn't skip the most crucial factor: who Jesus is and what He has done in your life. This is the moment when everything changed. If you need to reach out and talk, here is our email: mountainvalleypodcast@gmail.com

On this episode of the MV Podcast we have a chance to listen to the inspiring story of Colton Trew. When he began noticing that he was having difficulty breathing while playing baseball he sought help from doctors, soon he wound up going in for heart surgery. Afterward he found himself struggling with substance abuse. And when he finally hit rock bottom, he discovered hope and the chance at a new life. 

In this episode of the MVPodcast, Micah and Kipp sit down and discuss the Gospel. It's impossible to tell a testimony without the most important component: Jesus. Rather than discuss the role the Gospel plays in telling our stories to others the hosts decided to walk through the actual story of the Gospel itself. This is the foundation of everything that Christians believe in, it's who Jesus is, and what we have hope in. The episode dives into the prophecies made about the coming Messiah, the life of Jesus, and what happened on the Cross. 

In this episode Kipp and Micah sat down with Chelsea Habermas. Chelsea shares her story of 'chasing the wind' and how happiness is temporary, while joy is eternal. She also shares about her time spent on The World Race, and how God never stopped pursuing her.

In this episode Kipp and Micah sit down and discuss what life is like before Christ and the importance of sharing the past with others. They they talk about how your past shapes the way you tell your story, how this looks different for everyone, and how it determines the way you see God.

In this episode Kipp sat down with Cooper, whose last name we are unable to disclose for safety reasons. Cooper shares his testimony about growing up as a normal, everyday guy, and how he has become a missionary to a people group known as the Sikhs. Punjabi greeting Cooper mentions in the episode: Sat Sri Akaal, which roughly translates to "True is the name of God."

In the second episode of the Mountain & Valley Podcast Micah and Kipp sat down to discuss the first time they told their stories in public as well as the impact that people's stories have on others. All music used in this episode was written by the talented Robert Luther.