Stay ConnectedSit down with pastors and authors Levi and Jennie Lusko for an unfiltered look at the madness of the Lusko’s life, marriage, ministry, faith, grief, and growth that goes on behind the scenes. (It may or may not include: product reviews, coffee recommendations, Disney hacks and all the things that make life wonderful)
Hosted by Pastors of Fresh Life Church, and authors of best selling book Through The Eyes of a Lion, I Declare War, Swipe Right and The Fight to Flourish.
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This week, we’re so excited to share something really special: a message Levi gave at one of our Fresh Life pop-up worship nights in Kalispell.
It’s a word that’s meant a lot to us, and we wanted to bring it here because it speaks so honestly to the tension so many of us feel—how to walk with God through both triumph and sadness.
In this episode, Levi talks about what it looks like to worship God in every season, whether you’re holding joy, grief, gratitude, disappointment, or some mix of all of it. It’s a meaningful, Scripture-filled reminder that we don’t have to be crushed by hard seasons or defined by great ones—we can bring it all to God and find Him faithful in every part of the journey.
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Levi: @levilusko
Jennie: @jennielusko
Fresh Life Church: @freshlife
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Preston Sprinkle joins Levi and Jennie for a candid, hilarious, and deeply thoughtful conversation around his newest book, From Genesis to Junia: An Honest Search for What the Bible Really Says About Women in Leadership. Preston shares what sent him on a years-long, thousand-hour deep dive through Scripture, scholarship, and church history without rushing to “pick a side.”
Along the way, the crew gets real about how these conversations actually land in local churches: the tension, the backlash, the nuance, and the very human emotions involved. From Jesus’ surprising elevation of women, to the “problem passages” like 1 Timothy 2 and Romans 16, this episode is an invitation to slow down, stay humble, and let the Bible speak louder than the algorithms.
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Preston: @preston.sprinkle
Levi: @levilusko
Jennie: @jennielusko
Fresh Life Church: @freshlife
[Links]
From Genesis to Junia book – https://bit.ly/4tG5dz2
Theology in the Raw Podcast – https://bit.ly/4s1GILd
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Time Stamps
0:00:19 – Hats, Boise memories, and the “pollen snow” bike ride
0:05:44 – Immigration, algorithms, and thinking Christianly first
0:29:49 – Why Preston spent 1,000+ hours on women in leadership
0:45:13 – Fresh Life’s journey, backlash, and Jennie’s honest emotions
0:52:26 – Jesus, the early church, and why women are essential to mission
1:00:54 – The “hard verses”: 1 Timothy 2 vs. Romans 16 (Phoebe, Priscilla, Junia)
Tim Tebow is back—and this time he’s bringing full-on dad energy. Tim shares the surreal (and hilarious) realities of becoming a father to Daphne Raine, from driving home like a hyper-cautious grandpa to realizing how instantly responsibility rewires your whole brain. Along the way, Levi and Jennie soak up Tim’s reflections on what fatherhood has already taught him about God’s voice in chaos, and how love turns into action.
Then the conversation turns tender and powerful as Tim opens up about his new book If the Tree Could Speak—a poetic, perspective-shifting retelling of the gospel through the life of the tree that became the cross. From Easter tenderness to the brutal honesty of Calvary, this episode is a reminder that the cross changes everything—and that our calling is to live like we actually believe it.
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Tim: @timtebow
Levi: @levilusko
Jennie: @jennielusko
Fresh Life Church: @freshlife
[Links]
If the Tree Could Speak Book: https://bit.ly/4rqk0fE
Look Again Book: https://bit.ly/4aYrDEh
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Time Stamps
0:00:18 – Ketones, cold plunges, and dad-life banter
0:01:23 – Bringing Daphne home: joy, fear, and responsibility
0:06:05 – “Splash radius” and worship in the delivery room
0:20:45 – If the Tree Could Speak: the cross through the tree’s eyes
0:40:13 – Grief with hope: “he’s not lost—he’s found”
0:43:12 – “Look Again”: seeing people as infinitely valuable MVPs
Pastor Ed Newton joins Levi and Jennie for a conversation that’s equal parts hilarious, holy, and deeply healing. From mutual half-Filipino spouses (and the great “Tagalog” debate) to the way Ed grew up as the primary interpreter for his deaf parents, this episode is packed with stories that will make you laugh—and then suddenly swallow a lump in your throat.
Ed opens up about the hidden “not enough” loop that can follow even the most fruitful ministry, the moment (December 26, 2023) he didn’t want to live anymore, and how God met him in the rebuild through counseling and recovery. Along the way, you’ll hear the powerful origin story behind his book Why Not You? Believing What God Believes About You—and why your worst “kryptonite” might just become the very place God writes your greatest strength.
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Ed: @pastorednewton
Levi: @levilusko
Jennie: @jennielusko
Fresh Life Church: @freshlife
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Read Why Not You?: https://bit.ly/49UZBI8
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0:03:10 – College hoops, ministry dreams, and meeting Stephanie
0:05:32 – The interpreter who changed everything: Ed’s salvation story
0:08:04 – Growing up in a deaf home: the miracle backstory
0:17:44 – “God gave you to us”: the moment that reframed his life
0:33:42 – “We found you on YouTube”: the CBC call and the pivot
0:39:18 – December 26, 2023
Levi and Jennie are back with a LIVE hot-takes edition—reacting to spicy “unpopular opinions” from the Lusketeers and letting the conversation do what it does best: swerve into laughter, rabbit trails, and the occasional “wait… is this actually deep?” moment.
From fish (unless it’s sushi) to airplane toe etiquette, from bowling germs to Disney adults, the banter stays playful—but it also turns thoughtful when the topic shifts to parenting, phones, and the tension between conviction and Christian liberty. Expect strong opinions, zero chill, and at least one memorable chemistry lesson: iron oxide.
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Levi: @levilusko
Jennie: @jennielusko
Fresh Life Church: @freshlife
[Links]
Episode 207 with Gracie Binion: https://bit.ly/45rdlZU
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Time Stamps
0:01:26 – “Fish is disgusting”… unless it’s sushi
0:09:50 – McDonald’s coffee vs Starbucks
0:16:04 – Plane etiquette: socks, sandals, and keeping your toes to yourself
0:22:12 – Bowling is gross… and so is thinking about those finger holes
0:30:53 – Kids, phones, and why “Christian should/shouldn’t” gets complicated
0:40:34 – “Christian music doesn’t exist” + Disney adults + left/right hacks
Jacob Coyne—founder of Stay Here—joins Levi and Jennie for an honest, hope-filled conversation about suicide prevention, mental health, and what it looks like to love people like Jesus when they’re hurting. This episode goes deep, but it’s also packed with practical help and real stories of lives being saved.
You’ll hear how Stay Here equips churches, schools, and students to recognize warning signs, start the conversation, and take action—plus why purpose, community, and courage matter more than we think. And if you’re listening and you’ve been battling dark thoughts, please know this: you’re seen, you’re loved, and help is available. Don’t carry it alone—stay here.
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Jacob: @jacobcoyne
Stay Here: @stayhereorg
Levi: @levilusko
Jennie: @jennielusko
Fresh Life Church: @freshlife
[Links]
Stay Here (resources + live chat): https://bit.ly/4r0zmH7
ACT Suicide Prevention Training: https://bit.ly/3LmD5zS
Stay Here Student Ambassador Program: https://bit.ly/3LTmB2g
Stay Here Lifeline Bands: https://bit.ly/3YQGPwx
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Time Stamps
0:00:03 – A heads-up: this conversation goes heavy (and hopeful)
0:01:46 – Why Jacob started Stay Here after devastating losses
0:07:25 – Lifeline bands, 988 access, and taking hope into schools
0:31:15 – Rocket ship vs. home: choosing to build what lasts
0:50:37 – The ACT training in real life: a bridge, a friend, and a saved life
1:01:35 – If you’re hurting: speak up, get help, and stay here
Alex and Henry Seeley (The Belonging Co) are back for a wide-open catch-up that somehow hits everything—from family life and church growth in Tennessee to new music, new campuses, and what it’s like building a multi-location church with video preaching.
Then the conversation turns holy (and hilarious) as Alex shares about her upcoming book The Divine Counselor—a fresh, needed look at Holy Spirit as a Person, not just a symbol. And Henry tells the unforgettable story of a midnight drive that became a defining encounter… complete with “walking” Holy Spirit into their home.
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Alex: @alexseeley
Henry: @henryseeley
Levi: @levilusko
Jennie: @jennielusko
Fresh Life Church: @freshlife
[Links]
Pre-Order The Divine Counselor: https://bit.ly/49aFab5
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Belonging Co Conference: https://bit.ly/4svdo0p
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00:42 – What’s new with the Seeleys (kids, college, life)
02:06 – Foreclosure hit + new land for Franklin
05:34 – Monster trucks, green rooms, and “is it haunted?”
13:35 – The Divine Counselor: Why We Need Holy Spirit as Counselor
20:11 – A revival season and a long day of testimonies
41:18 – New music: The Chorus + the single “Myths”
Kait and JJ Tomlin (the couple behind Heart of Dating) join Levi and Jennie for a hilarious, super-helpful conversation about what dating looks like right now—and why so many women feel frustrated while so many men feel shut down. From “80% isn’t enough” expectations to the weird ways dating apps have turned people into filters and checkboxes, they get real about what’s happening in the church and what actually helps.
Along the way, they unpack what to look for beneath the surface (hello, teachability + humility), why “trajectory” matters more than perfection, and how to think about attraction with more wisdom than a swipe. Plus, you’ll hear their own unexpected meet-cute—from a Zoom “blind date bachelor” moment to long-distance FaceTimes and a relationship built on character (wolf sweater and all).
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Kait: @kaitness
JJ: @jjtomlin
Levi: @levilusko
Jennie: @jennielusko
Fresh Life Church: @freshlife
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Heart of Dating:
Heart of Dating Podcast:
School of Dating (16-week mentorship):
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Time Stamps
01:50 – The dating convo everyone needs (not just singles)
03:10 – Why women feel stuck and men feel discouraged
11:17 – The real “bar” for maturity: responsibility + discipleship
19:55 – Drop the filters: height, attraction, and dating apps
27:14 – Their Zoom meet-cute (and “Emily” makes an appearance)
40:02 – Heart of Dating: podcast, mentorship, coaching, and community
Jonathan Pokluda sits down with Levi and Jennie for a conversation that’s equal parts laugh-out-loud and deeply grounding. JP unpacks his 16-day hospital saga—how it started with a leg not working right, turned into a diagnosis of transverse myelitis, and somehow included an unforgettable “marriage moment” that belongs in the Hall of Fame.
From spiritual warfare to being aware without being afraid, and what JP learned while researching Your Story Has a Villain—including the country club moment in Aspen that made everything feel painfully real. Plus: Halloween, discernment, and even the surprisingly practical question of how to use AI as a tool without letting it use you—followed by a closing story about a cold plunge that… never actually happened.
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JP: @jpokluda
Levi: @levilusko
Jennie: @jennielusko
Fresh Life Church: @freshlife
[Links]
Your Story Has a Villain: https://bit.ly/4ai2rsH
Becoming Something Podcast: https://bit.ly/4rZROB6
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Time Stamps
0:01:43 – Six-toed cats and the weird grace of being “different”
0:03:24 – JP’s 16-day hospital scare and the symptoms that changed everything
0:16:54 – Real marriage: praying fire for a bowel movement
0:23:20 – Why JP wrote Your Story Has a Villain
0:28:49 – The Aspen Country Club story that made spiritual warfare unmistakable
0:44:06 – Loving God “on purpose,” AI guardrails, and using tools wisely
The Lusko kids join Levi and Jennie for a cozy, hilarious, end-of-2025 family episode—full of memories, real talk, and the kind of side comments only siblings can pull off. Together they look back on the year’s big moments: college life, tennis wins, learner’s permits, a meaningful baptism, and the wild joy of serving together.
You’ll hear the behind-the-scenes of the Bolivia mission trip (including travel chaos and a few very memorable mishaps), plus a rapid-fire stroll through favorite podcast episodes, sermon series that hit home, and the books/music that shaped the year. They wrap it all by looking ahead to 2026 with practical goals and spiritual rhythms.
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Levi: @levilusko
Jennie: @jennielusko
Fresh Life Church: @freshlife
[Links]
Gospels in a year (Print Ed.): https://bit.ly/4pQG2HN
Gospels in a year (Digital Ed.): https://bit.ly/3L4HSWm
Movement 2026: https://www.mvmnt26.com
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Time Stamps
0:01:07 – New Year’s as a “holy day” and old-school traditions
0:03:38 – 2025 family updates: college, baptism, tennis, and big milestones
0:08:34 – Bolivia mission trip stories: Compassion kids + travel mayhem
0:13:07 – Favorite podcast moments from the year (and the unforgettable ones)
0:15:07 – Blessed Are the Spiraling launch: 7 cities, 7 days, 7 runs
0:26:35 – What God taught them in 2025 + 2026 goals and a Gospels plan
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