The Jesus People Podcast is where stories of faith, transformation, and personal encounters with Jesus take center stage. Join host Ryan Miller and a diverse array of guests as they dive deep into conversations about life, struggles, and victories in their spiritual journeys. Whether you’re a believer seeking inspiration or someone exploring what it means to follow Jesus, these candid, heartfelt stories will challenge and encourage you to pursue your faith with passion. Tune in for real stories, genuine connections, and the timeless truth of God’s love.
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I Called It Responsibility. God Showed Me It Was Control | Lysa TerKeurst | Jesus People Podcast EP93
Episode 104
Wednesday, September 30, 2026 • Duration 25:23
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In Episode 93 of the Jesus People Podcast, Ryan Miller sits down with Lysa TerKeurst for a powerful conversation about fear, anxiety, control, trauma, and learning to trust God with what we cannot control.
Lysa shares the deeply personal story behind her new book, *Making Peace with What I Can't Control*, including the heartbreak, betrayal, anxiety, and healing that taught her the difference between healthy responsibility and fear-driven control.
Together, Ryan and Lysa explore why control can become a coping mechanism, how past experiences shape the way we interpret fear, and what it looks like to surrender outcomes to God while still taking responsibility for what is actually within our control.
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Key Highlights:
• Why control is often fear disguised as strength
• The difference between healthy responsibility and controlling outcomes
• How anxiety, trauma, and past experiences shape our perception
• The four components of fear: alarm, memory, perception, and response
• How to respond to fear instead of reacting from fear
• Why good seasons can sometimes trigger anxiety after prolonged hardship
• Learning to trust God when you cannot control the outcome
• Journaling toward reality and identifying what is actually within your control
• How Scripture can reshape the stories we tell ourselves
• The importance of healthy Christian community and honest discipleship
• How leaders can acknowledge their own struggles while continuing to grow
• Surrendering what we cannot control while faithfully managing what we can
If you've been struggling with anxiety, overthinking, fear of the future, control, trauma, or the pressure to hold everything together, this conversation will challenge you to release what belongs to God and faithfully steward what He has actually placed in your hands.
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What happens when a devout Muslim begins studying the Quran alongside the Bible and discovers questions he can no longer ignore?
In Episode 92 of The Jesus People Podcast, Ryan Miller sits down with Shahriq Khan, a former Muslim who came to faith in Jesus after years of wrestling with Islam, apologetics, Scripture, depression, family rejection, and questions about truth.
Shahriq shares the deeply personal story of how Christ met him during one of the darkest moments of his life, how leaving Islam cost him relationships and opportunities, and why he eventually became passionate about helping Christians understand Islam and reach Muslims with the Gospel.
The conversation also dives into Shahriq's "Master Key," the biblical and apologetic framework he uses to compare the Quran with the Torah and examine Islamic claims about Scripture, Jesus, the crucifixion, Adam and Eve, Joseph, Moses, the Passover, and more.
Key Highlights:
Shahriq's journey from Islam to Jesus Christ
The night Christ met him while he was suicidal
Why leaving Islam cost him family, friendships, and business opportunities
What led him to study the Quran and Bible side by side
The "Master Key" approach to reaching Muslims with the Gospel
Quranic accounts of Adam and Eve compared with Genesis
I Was Inside Hollywood. Then I Saw What Was Really Behind It | Big Nik | The Jesus People Podcast Episode 91
In Episode 91 of The Jesus People Podcast, Ryan Miller sits down with Nik Kiswani to hear his incredible journey from Hinduism, atheism, Hollywood, music, and addiction to faith in Jesus Christ.
Nik shares how growing up Hindu shaped his worldview, how success and influence in Hollywood left him searching for something deeper, and how his experiences in the music industry led him to investigate spiritual darkness, Satanism, and the supernatural.
What started as a search for truth eventually led Nik to the Bible, where he began exploring Jesus, Scripture, the Holy Spirit, and the reality of spiritual warfare. He shares the powerful moment he surrendered his life to Christ and how God began transforming his desires, habits, language, and identity.
This conversation also dives into pornography addiction, dopamine, spiritual warfare, the culture of Hollywood, artificial intelligence, transhumanism, the end times, the Mark of the Beast, and what it means to remain spiritually awake in a rapidly changing world.
Key Highlights:
• Nik's journey from Hinduism and atheism to Jesus Christ
• Growing up without ever hearing the gospel
• Finding success on social media, music, and in Hollywood
• His experiences with occult and Satanic imagery
• The search for truth that ultimately led him to the Bible
• The moment Nik surrendered his life to Jesus
• Experiencing the Holy Spirit and the transforming power of God
• Breaking free from pornography, weed, profanity, and lust
• Why pornography can become a powerful cycle of addiction
• Spiritual warfare and the battle for human identity
• Hollywood, culture, and the influence of spiritual darkness
• Artificial intelligence, transhumanism, and the future of humanity
• The days of Noah and the return of Jesus
• Revelation, the Mark of the Beast, and spiritual readiness
• Why believers should pursue Jesus rather than fear the future
I Was Giving My Phone the Attention I Should’ve Given God |Addison Bevere| Jesus People Podcast Episode 90
Episode 101
Wednesday, September 9, 2026 • Duration 55:07
Addison Bevere: How to Hear God, Pray & Break Your Phone Habit | Jesus People Podcast E90
In this powerful episode, Ryan Miller sits down with Addison Bevere to explore prayer, hearing God, spiritual sensitivity, and the surprising way our relationship with our phones can shape how we begin our day.
Addison challenges the way many Christians think about prayer. Instead of treating prayer as a religious task or transaction, what if prayer is simply learning to live with God, listen to Him, and respond to what He is doing?
The conversation goes deep into morning rhythms, silence, surrender, shame, spiritual formation, sleep, and the role of our attention in an increasingly distracted world.
From the moment you wake up to the way you engage your phone, Addison offers a radically simple invitation: stop grasping for control and learn to be grasped by God.
Key Highlights:
Why your first moments in the morning matter
Prayer as relationship rather than religious performance
How shame can interfere with intimacy with God
Delta, theta, and alpha brain states and spiritual sensitivity
Why Addison recommends not touching your phone first thing in the morning
The connection between attention, anxiety, and what we focus on
How the phone can become a source of constant distraction and control
Learning to listen to God instead of constantly trying to speak
How to turn your concerns into prayers
Why surrender is essential to hearing and responding to God
I’m a Christian… So How Could I Have a Demon? | Jenny Joy | The Jesus People Podcast EP89
Jenny Joy returns to The Jesus People Podcast for a deep conversation about deliverance ministry, spiritual warfare, demonology, witchcraft, unforgiveness, spiritual oppression, and what the Bible actually says about these topics.
In Episode 85, Ryan Miller and Jenny Joy go straight into the questions many Christians are asking: Can Christians experience demonic oppression? What are spiritual "open doors"? How does unforgiveness affect our spiritual lives? What does the Bible say about deliverance, soul ties, generational curses, familiar spirits, Jezebel, and spiritual warfare?
Jenny also shares from her personal journey out of witchcraft and into freedom in Christ, drawing from years of experience in deliverance ministry and her book, The Witch and the Lamb.
The conversation also explores the importance of discernment, emotional healing, healthy boundaries, evangelism, forgiveness, and learning to distinguish biblical truth from fear, speculation, and spiritual confusion.
Key Highlights:
• What the Bible says about deliverance and spiritual warfare
• Demonic oppression vs. ordinary struggles with sin
• Unforgiveness, offense, and spiritual bondage
• How forgiveness can bring freedom without requiring reconciliation
• Soul ties and what Scripture says about becoming "one flesh"
• Witchcraft, the occult, and spiritual deception
• Familiar spirits and generational patterns
• Understanding the Jezebel spirit
• How trauma, abuse, addiction, and spiritual struggles can intersect
• Taking thoughts captive without denying real emotions
• The importance of therapy, healing, prayer, Scripture, and Christian community
• How Christians can evangelize people who disagree with biblical Christianity
• Discernment and recognizing deception
• Why spiritual warfare requires wisdom and strategy
• How to approach deliverance with humility, biblical discernment, and dependence on Jesus
I Got Everything I Wanted. Fame Still Couldn't Save Me | Russell Brand | Jesus People Podcast Episode 88
Episode 99
Monday, August 24, 2026 • Duration 44:07
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In this powerful episode of The Jesus People Podcast, Ryan sits down with Russell Brand for a raw and deeply spiritual conversation about fame, addiction, sex, identity, surrender, and finding true intimacy with Jesus Christ.
Russell opens up about what happened after experiencing the things many people spend their lives chasing: fame, money, sex, recognition, success, and influence. He shares how those things ultimately failed to satisfy the deeper hunger within him and how his journey through addiction, recovery, and spiritual awakening led him toward Jesus.
This conversation goes far beyond an intellectual discussion about Christianity. Russell describes what he calls a "cracking open," the surrender of his old identity, and the realization that he could not fill a spiritual emptiness through drugs, relationships, sex, achievement, or the approval of others.
Together, Ryan and Russell explore what it means to die to self, surrender completely to Christ, discover identity in Him, and recognize the difference between worldly success and true spiritual fulfillment.
Russell also discusses his book, How to Become a Christian in Seven Days, and shares the message he would give if he had only one final opportunity to speak to his children, family, and brothers and sisters in Christ.
Key Highlights:
Russell Brand's journey from fame, sex, money, and celebrity to Jesus
The Moment I Stopped Fighting God and Surrendered | Phil Wickham - The Jesus People Podcast Episode 87
Episode 98
Monday, August 17, 2026 • Duration 40:01
Phil Wickham: Worship, Surrender & Abundant Life | The Jesus People Podcast E87
In this powerful episode of The Jesus People Podcast, Ryan Miller sits down with Grammy-nominated worship leader and songwriter Phil Wickham for an honest conversation about worship, songwriting, surrender, spiritual freedom, and what it really means to make Jesus the Lord of your whole life.
Phil shares the stories and spiritual lessons behind songs like “Living Hope,” “This Is Amazing Grace,” and his Psalm 23 adaptation, revealing how Scripture, prayer, intimacy with God, and a relentless pursuit of truth shape the songs he writes.
He also opens up about how God called him into worship leading, the tension between pursuing music and pursuing ministry, dealing with praise and recognition, protecting his family from the pressures of Christian celebrity, and learning to see every person in the crowd as someone Jesus deeply loves.
One of the most powerful moments comes when Phil talks about asking Jesus to be the Lord of his entire life. He shares how surrendering hidden strongholds, false beliefs, addictions, insecurity, and the need for approval opened the door to a deeper experience of freedom and abundant life in Christ.
Phil also explains why worship is far more than singing on a stage. Worship can become a daily posture of surrender, gratitude, obedience, prayer, and knowing God more deeply.
Phil’s new book, Everyday Hallelujah: Unlocking Deep Joy Through Everyday Acts of Worship, expands on this same message, challenging us to see worship not simply as something we sing, but as a way of life.
Key Highlights:
How Phil Wickham writes worship songs and finds “prism-shifting” moments in Scripture
I Thought I Was Praying in Faith. Then Cancer Changed Everything | Tyler Staton | JPP Episode 86
In Episode 86 of the Jesus People Podcast, Ryan Miller sits down with pastor and bestselling author Tyler Staton for one of the most freeing conversations you'll hear on prayer.
Many Christians secretly wonder:
Am I praying the right way? Does God actually hear me? Am I doing enough?
Tyler dismantles the performance mindset that many believers carry and reveals what Scripture teaches about prayer as a relationship instead of a formula.
Drawing from his own battle with cancer, Tyler also shares how suffering transformed his prayer life, teaching him to listen more than he speaks and discover God's presence in silence.
If you've ever struggled with prayer, comparison, spiritual performance, or feeling distant from God, this conversation will encourage you to approach your Heavenly Father with confidence and freedom.
Key Highlights:
Why there is no "perfect" way to pray
How God delights in His children
Different spiritual pathways of prayer
Performance vs relationship with God
Learning to listen before speaking
What cancer taught Tyler about intimacy with God
Silent prayer and spiritual formation
How to grow deeper in your communion with Jesus
Why comparison quietly destroys your prayer life
Practical ways to build a healthy prayer rhythm
I Thought This Was Christianity. It Was Actually Spiritual Deception | Melissa Dougherty - Jesus People Podcast Episode 85
What is the difference between New Age and New Thought? Can Christians be deceived by teachings that sound biblical but aren't? How do we discern the voice of God without falling into spiritual manipulation?
In Episode 85 of The Jesus People Podcast, Ryan Miller sits down with bestselling author and apologist Melissa Dougherty for one of the most important conversations on spiritual discernment, false teaching, the Word of Faith movement, and the dangers of chasing power over the presence of Jesus.
Melissa shares her powerful testimony of leaving New Thought spirituality, explains how deceptive doctrines have entered many churches, and unpacks why believers must test every teaching against Scripture while remaining open to the genuine work of the Holy Spirit.
Whether you're charismatic, cessationist, or somewhere in between, this episode will challenge you to pursue truth, humility, and intimacy with Christ above sensational experiences.
Key Highlights:
• The difference between New Age and New Thought
• How false teachings disguise themselves as Christianity
• Word of Faith and New Apostolic Reformation explained
• Why spiritual experiences must be tested by Scripture
• The danger of false prophecy and spiritual manipulation
• How to discern the voice of God biblically
• Chasing Jesus instead of chasing signs and wonders
• Why Christians must love God with both heart and mind
• Spiritual abuse, deception, and biblical discernment
• Remaining open to the Holy Spirit without compromising truth
If you've ever wondered how to recognize spiritual deception, test prophetic words, or stay grounded in God's Word while pursuing the Holy Spirit, this conversation is for you.
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Can Trauma Be Rewired in 20 Minutes? - Elisabeth McKay | The Jesus People Podcast Episode 84
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Can childhood trauma shape every decision you make without you realizing it?
In Episode 84 of the Jesus People Podcast, Ryan Miller sits down with Elisabeth McKay, founder of Break Method, to explore one of the most fascinating conversations on trauma, emotional healing, spiritual warfare, and the renewing of the mind.
Elisabeth explains why she believes many destructive behaviors are rooted in hidden patterns formed during childhood, how emotional reactivity leaves us vulnerable to deception, and why renewing the mind is central to walking in freedom through Christ.
Together they discuss the intersection of neuroscience, faith, personal responsibility, and spiritual growth, while examining how believers can identify unhealthy patterns and pursue lasting transformation.
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The story of Joseph and differences between the Quran and Genesis
Moses, Jacob, Saul, Gideon, David, and other biblical stories
The Passover and its connection to the Gospel
How Christians can defend their faith without attacking Muslims
Why biblical literacy matters in Christian apologetics
How ex-Muslims can help equip the Church to reach Muslims
The cost of picking up your cross and following Jesus
Shahriq also shares the story behind Christ Underground, a free online community designed to equip Christians to reach Muslim friends and family through biblical apologetics, discipleship, and evangelism.
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If you are wrestling with sin, fear, addiction, pornography, or spiritual stagnation, you do not have to walk alone. Trusted coaches can help you work through these struggles with Scripture, prayer, and practical steps toward freedom and purpose.
Whatever season you are in, this episode is ultimately a reminder that no amount of success, pleasure, influence, or worldly achievement can replace Jesus Christ.
If you're searching for truth, struggling with addiction, questioning your faith, or simply trying to understand what God is doing in the world, this conversation will challenge you to seek Jesus for yourself.
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If you are wrestling with sin, fear, addiction, pornography, lust, marriage struggles, or spiritual stagnation, you do not have to walk alone. Trusted coaches can help you walk through Scripture, prayer, and practical steps toward freedom and purpose.
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What to do when you wake up anxious in the middle of the night
Seeing sleep as an opportunity to surrender and trust God
Practical ways to create a healthier, more intentional morning with God
Moving from transactional prayer to authentic connection with God
If you've ever struggled with prayer, felt guilty for not having a "perfect" quiet time, or wondered how to hear God's voice more clearly, this conversation will challenge the way you think about your relationship with God.
The goal isn't to perform prayer better.
It's to learn how to walk with God.
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This conversation is ultimately about one thing: freedom in Christ.
If you are wrestling with sin, fear, addiction, pornography, spiritual oppression, or simply trying to understand what biblical deliverance looks like, you do not have to walk alone. Trusted Christian coaches can help you pursue freedom through Scripture, prayer, practical steps, and Christ-centered guidance.
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The difference between worshiping yourself and surrendering to Christ
Identity, surrender, and what it means to die to self
Russell's powerful "cracking open" encounter with Christ
The importance of intimacy and abiding in Jesus
Why Jesus must become greater while we become less
The danger of seeking personal glory, approval, and recognition
Russell Brand's perspective on Christianity and following Jesus
Finding God in silence, prayer, surrender, and the present moment
A powerful closing message and prayer for anyone seeking Jesus
If you have ever achieved something you thought would finally make you happy, only to discover that you still felt empty, this conversation is worth hearing.
There is nothing the world can give that can replace what only Christ can provide.
As Russell says, the answer is not simply to intellectually believe in Jesus. It is to follow Him, surrender to Him, and continually turn back to Him.
How “Living Hope” developed over months of songwriting
Why Scripture became foundational to Phil’s songwriting
How the Holy Spirit transformed worship from something he knew into Someone he could know
The story of how God called Phil Wickham into worship leading
The unexpected moment that changed the direction of his music career
How Phil handles praise, recognition, and the temptation of Christian celebrity
Protecting his family from entitlement and the pressures of ministry
Why surrendering to Jesus actually leads to greater freedom
Breaking free from insecurity, strongholds, false beliefs, and the need for approval
What it means to confess that “Jesus is Lord” over your whole life
Worship as a daily lifestyle, not simply something we do at church
The connection between worship, spiritual freedom, joy, and abundant life
The heart behind Phil Wickham’s book Everyday Hallelujah
If you are wrestling with sin, fear, addiction, lust, pornography, insecurity, or spiritual stagnation, you do not have to walk alone. Trusted Christian coaches can help you work through these struggles with Scripture, prayer, and practical steps toward freedom and purpose.
If you've ever wondered why prayer feels difficult, dry, or confusing, this episode will completely reshape how you approach God.
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Spiritual warfare, deception, and renewing your mind
Why modern therapy may miss the root problem
The role of resilience and doing hard things
Parenting principles that shape children for life
Marriage, conflict, and breaking unhealthy cycles
Walking in greater freedom through Christ
Whether you're struggling with anxiety, destructive habits, relationship conflict, or simply want to understand how your mind and faith intersect, this conversation will challenge you to examine the patterns that may be influencing your life more than you realize.
