While riding his bike on the PCH in the early morning of October 20, 2025, Pastor Eric Williams, husband of Robyn and father of 4 wonderful children, was struck by a reckless driver and tragically killed. Eric's loss made local and national news. This is the kind of event that leaves many asking the age-old question, "why God?" Eric's sister, Alli Joy Vazquez joins us on K&C to share Eric's story, how their family has leaned into the hope of Jesus and heaven and how we can put our hope in Jesus in this new year, no matter our circumstances!

While riding his bike on the PCH in the early morning of October 20, 2025, Pastor Eric Williams, husband of Robyn and father of 4 wonderful children, was struck by a reckless driver and tragically killed. Eric's loss made local and national news. This is the kind of event that leaves many asking the age-old question, "why God?" Eric's sister, Alli Joy Vazquez joins us on K&amp;C to share Eric's story, how their family has leaned into the hope of Jesus and heaven and how we can put our hope in Jesus in this new year, no matter our circumstances!

Kingdom & Culture - Hope of Heaven with Alli Joy Vazquez 

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John 1:1-5 (NIV) says,1 In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God.2 He was with God in the beginning.3 Through him all things were made; without him nothing was made that has been made.4 In him was life, and that life was the light of men.5 The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it. In this episode of Kingdom & Culture, Regency Supply President, Judah Regenstreif, shares about how God has worked in his life and blessed him and his Messianic-Jewish family to build a small SoCal lighting business into a nationally known supply company with business contracts with Apple, Disney, Gorjana, Chipotle, and many others! If you're a business owner or just want to be encouraged in the work you do, this episode is for you! 

John 1:1-5&nbsp;(NIV) says,1&nbsp;In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God.2&nbsp;He was with&nbsp;God in the beginning.3 Through him all things were made; without him nothing was made that has been made.4&nbsp;In him was life, and that life was the light of men.5 The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it.&nbsp;In this episode of Kingdom &amp; Culture, Regency Supply President, Judah Regenstreif, shares about how God has worked in his life and blessed him and his Messianic-Jewish family to build a small SoCal lighting business into a nationally known supply company with business contracts with Apple, Disney, Gorjana, Chipotle, and many others! If you're a business owner or just want to be encouraged in the work you do, this episode is for you!&nbsp;

Kingdom & Culture - Christmas, Hanukah and Light with Regency Supply President, Judah Regenstreif 

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When is it acceptable to listen to Christmas music? Before Thanksgiving? After? Not until December 1st?? Lead Pastor of Harbor Trinity, Justin Chandler, and Lead Pastor of Legacy Church, Kyle Popineau, both help us to explore the answer to this iconic question as well as the true meaning of Christmas and Advent. This is a fun, light-hearted, and yet meaningful episode to help you get in the "Christmas spirit"!

When is it acceptable to listen to Christmas music? Before Thanksgiving? After? Not until December 1st?? Lead Pastor of Harbor Trinity, Justin Chandler, and Lead Pastor of Legacy Church, Kyle Popineau, both help us to explore the answer to this iconic question as well as the true meaning of Christmas and Advent. This is a fun, light-hearted, and yet meaningful episode to help you get in the "Christmas spirit"!

Kingdom & Culture - "Advent" & Christmas Music with Pastors Justin Chandler and Kyle Popineau

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Everybody is struggling somewhere, with something or someone. The reality of difficulties and challenges in this life are never ending. But it doesn't mean we are 'cooked'. In fact, the opposite! In this episode of K&C, NAIA Hall of Fame and NCAA Women's Basketball Coach, Russ Davis reminds us that every struggle we are faced with presents an opportunity to overcome the odds, and, as Romans 8:37 says, "...in all these things we are more than conquerors through Him who loved us."

Everybody is struggling somewhere, with something or someone. The reality of difficulties and challenges in this life are never ending. But it doesn't mean we are 'cooked'. In fact, the opposite! In this episode of K&amp;C, NAIA Hall of Fame and NCAA Women's Basketball Coach, Russ Davis reminds us that every struggle we are faced with presents an opportunity to overcome the odds, and, as Romans 8:37 says, "...in all these things we are more than conquerors through Him who loved us."

Kingdom & Culture - NCAA Basketball & Hall of Fame Coach, Russ Davis - Overcoming the Odds! 

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You've probably heard the phrases, "Beauty is in the eye of the beholder," or "Beauty is only skin deep." Is it though? Proverbs 31:30 reminds us, "Charm is deceitful and beauty is passing..."  The truth is, beauty in the eyes of God is much deeper than our skin. in this episode of K&C, Social Media Influencer, Ashley Little, reminds us that true beauty really does come from within, even deeper than our emotions, to the very core of who we are spiritually. 

You've probably heard the phrases, "Beauty is in the eye of the beholder," or "Beauty is only skin deep." Is it though? Proverbs 31:30 reminds us, "Charm is deceitful and beauty is passing..." &nbsp;The truth is, beauty in the eyes of God is much deeper than our skin. in this episode of K&amp;C, Social Media Influencer, Ashley Little, reminds us that true beauty really does come from within, even deeper than our emotions, to the very core of who we are spiritually.&nbsp;

Kingdom & Culture - Ashley Little - What is True Beauty? 

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Jesus said in Matthew 11:28-30, 28 “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. 29 Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. 30 For my yoke is easy and my burden is light.” It is no surprise that with all of our amazing technology, we are more stressed out, struggling with mental health and ultimately, disconnected from each other and God! in this episode of K&C, after spending 6 weeks with the Amish, Benedictine Monks and his family without any connection to screens and devices, Social Media Influencer, Carlos Whittaker helps us reconnect to what, or rather who, is most important! 

Jesus said in Matthew 11:28-30,&nbsp;28&nbsp;&ldquo;Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. 29&nbsp;Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. 30&nbsp;For my yoke is easy and my burden is light.&rdquo;&nbsp;It is no surprise that with all of our amazing technology, we are more stressed out, struggling with mental health and ultimately, disconnected from each other and God! in this episode of K&amp;C, after spending 6 weeks with the Amish, Benedictine Monks and his family without any connection to screens and devices, Social Media Influencer, Carlos Whittaker helps us reconnect to what, or rather&nbsp;who, is most important!&nbsp;

Kingdom & Culture - Carlos Whittaker - Reconnection with People & God

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“What is God’s will for my life? What is my purpose for living? Why am I here?” World renowned Social Scientist & author of over 30 books, including “The Call”, Dr. Os Guinness joins K&C, along with University & Theology Professor, Dr. Richard Park to answer these and other existential questions about life, according to the word of God and “God‘s call” on our lives. If you’ve ever wondered what God‘s purpose is for you or if you are going through a season of doubt, this episode is for you!

&ldquo;What is God&rsquo;s will for my life? What is my purpose for living? Why am I here?&rdquo; World renowned Social Scientist &amp; author of over 30 books, including &ldquo;The Call&rdquo;, Dr. Os Guinness joins K&amp;C, along with University &amp; Theology Professor, Dr. Richard Park to answer these and other existential questions about life, according to the word of God and &ldquo;God&lsquo;s call&rdquo; on our lives. If you&rsquo;ve ever wondered what God&lsquo;s purpose is for you or if you are going through a season of doubt, this episode is for you!

Kingdom & Culture - Dr Os Guiness & Dr. Rich Park

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As we honor our veterans, US Coast Guard Rear Admiral Doug Fears joins K&C. Admiral Fears served 40 years in the US Coast Guard and some of his last few years as the White House Homeland Security and Counterterrorism Director Advisor to the President of the United States from 2017 to 2019. Please join us as Admiral Fears shares timeless leadership advice that he learned as a veteran, as well as some pretty cool stories from the open seas!

As we honor our veterans, US Coast Guard Rear Admiral Doug Fears joins K&amp;C. Admiral Fears served 40 years in the US Coast Guard and some of his last few years as the White House Homeland Security and Counterterrorism Director Advisor to the President of the United States from 2017 to 2019. Please join us as Admiral Fears shares timeless leadership advice that he learned as a veteran, as well as some pretty cool stories from the open seas!

Kingdom & Culture - Admiral Doug Fears and Veterans Day

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“It’s a bird! It’s a plane! No! It’s SUPERMAN! It seems like everybody today is searching for a hero and to be “saved” from our otherwise difficult situations in life. In this episode of K&C, returning guest and “all things superhero, sci-fi & fantasy specialist,” Aaron Welty, unpacks the most recent Superman movie, Directed by James Gunn, and compare and contrasts it with previous Superman movies in light of Judeo-Christian faith themes. We also dig into the almost century long affinity Americans have had for this iconic character.

&ldquo;It&rsquo;s a bird! It&rsquo;s a plane! No! It&rsquo;s SUPERMAN! It seems like everybody today is searching for a hero and to be &ldquo;saved&rdquo; from our otherwise difficult situations in life. In this episode of K&amp;C, returning guest and &ldquo;all things superhero, sci-fi &amp; fantasy specialist,&rdquo; Aaron Welty, unpacks the most recent Superman movie, Directed by James Gunn, and compare and contrasts it with previous Superman movies in light of Judeo-Christian faith themes. We also dig into the almost century long affinity Americans have had for this iconic character.

Kingdom & Culture - “Superman” & Aaron Welty

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Can't we all just get along? Yes! Dr. Kara Powell and Rev. Mike DeVito both share a passion for connecting the generations in their mutually held Christian faith. Kara is a nationally renowned author of "Sticky Faith" and the Executive Director of the Fuller Theological Seminary Youth Institute and Rev. Mike DeVito is a former youth pastor of 40+ years and advocate for both students and seniors and connecting the generations with purpose in God's Kingdom! If you're a parent, grandparent, student or just a person who cares about the unity of the generations in the church, then this episode is for you!

Can't we all just get along? Yes! Dr. Kara Powell and Rev. Mike DeVito both share a passion for connecting the generations in their mutually held Christian faith. Kara is a nationally renowned author of "Sticky Faith" and the Executive Director of the Fuller Theological Seminary Youth Institute and Rev. Mike DeVito is a former youth pastor of 40+ years and advocate for both students and seniors and connecting the generations with purpose in God's Kingdom! If you're a parent, grandparent, student or just a person who cares about the unity of the generations in the church, then this episode is for you!

Kingdom & Culture - Dr. Kara Powell and Rev. Mike DeVito

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On KINGDOM & CULTURE with Mike Whitford, we will explore the dynamics of God’s Kingdom advancing in American culture through accomplished guests who are experts in their field(s). Through their stories & insights, together, we will discover answers to deep questions of faith and culture we didn't even know we needed to ask.

On KINGDOM &amp; CULTURE with Mike Whitford, we will explore the dynamics of God&rsquo;s Kingdom advancing in American culture through accomplished guests who are experts in their field(s). Through their stories &amp; insights, together, we will discover answers to deep questions of faith and culture we didn't even know we needed to ask.

Kingdom & Culture with Mike Whitford

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