We are pulling one out of the BTN Vault today. This was originally aired on Christmas last year.

In Genesis, after the fall, God’s first recorded question to humanity is simple yet profound: “Where are you?” It is not a question of location, but of relationship. God is pursuing man after separation.

This message was inspired by a sermon preached by Rodney Garrison, a volunteer and a member at one of our church partners, The Way of Life Church, reflecting on that moment in Genesis and its meaning for our lives today.

As I continued to sit with that truth, another question came into focus. In Matthew’s Gospel, the Magi ask the first recorded question of the New Testament: “Where is He?” It is humanity searching for God.

Taken together, these two questions frame the entire story of Scripture. From the Garden to the Manger, from separation to reconciliation, the Bible tells the story of a God who seeks us and a people learning to seek Him.

This episode explores that journey—and what it means for us today.

In this powerful episode of The Edge, we sit down with Rustin Pangburn, a former federal inmate who transformed his life through a radical shift in mindset. Today, Rustin is an author, blogger, podcaster, and national collaborator committed to helping formerly incarcerated men and women navigate reentry and pursue lasting freedom.

Rustin shares his personal journey from incarceration to purpose and the heart behind his book Mindset Matters. Together, we explore how setbacks, especially self-inflicted ones, can become comebacks when ownership, humility, and intentional thinking replace blame and despair. Rustin explains why taking responsibility for our choices does not minimize a setback but often becomes the very catalyst for lasting change.

This conversation is honest, practical, and deeply encouraging for anyone wrestling with their past, facing reentry, or seeking freedom from mental and spiritual strongholds. Rustin’s story is a reminder that while circumstances matter, mindset matters more.

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In Season 2, Episode 80 of The Edge, we sit down with Clay Britton, a graduate of the Houston Health Department’s Community Reentry Network Program and a man whose life story embodies restoration, resilience, and radical faith.

Clay grew up a regular church kid alongside his mom — but like so many, he drifted into drugs, destructive choices, and eventually prison. In this powerful and transparent conversation, Clay walks us through the full arc of his journey: the lure of sin, the pain of addiction, the reality of incarceration, and the moment he discovered that faith wasn’t just a belief — it was a weapon and a way forward.

Today, Clay stands in victory, living proof that transformation is possible for anyone willing to trust God and take the next step. His message to those just beginning their spiritual walk is simple but life-altering:
“Faith it until you make it.”

This episode is a testimony of hope for anyone who feels stuck, ashamed, or uncertain of the future. Clay’s honesty will challenge you. His courage will inspire you. And his story will remind you that God specializes in comebacks.

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Robert Hawkins returns to The Edge with something special — an exclusive Thanksgiving Day release of his brand-new cover of Brandon Lake’s “Gratitude.”He’s giving it as a gift to our incarcerated viewers across the country.In this heartfelt episode, Robert sits down with Bill and Stephanie to talk about:• What Thanksgiving really means to him• Why gratitude changes everything — even behind prison walls• The story and spiritual meaning behind the song “Gratitude”• How he created this new music video, complete with behind-the-scenes stills• Shout-outs to incarcerated listeners who wrote to him — and even sang his songs back to him• A surprise teaser for his upcoming Christmas gift to The Edge audienceIf you want inspiration, encouragement, and a powerful reminder of what it means to offer God your hallelujah — this episode is for you.

In this deeply honest episode of The Edge, Bill and Stephanie sit down with Noah Asher, a former inmate, author, podcast host, and CEO who has walked through some of life’s darkest valleys.

Noah opens up about:

• The personal pain and depression that drove him to the edge

• Thoughts of suicide and the moment he almost gave up

• The heartbreaking death of his father

• How a strong, grace-filled support community helped pull him out of the darkness

• How God transformed chaos into calling

We also talk about:

• His books Chaos: Overcoming the Overwhelming and I Hear Keys

• His new media network, The H3 Network (Hope, Help, Humor)

• His publishing company, Manasseh Publishing

This is Noah at his most down-to-earth and transparent—a conversation filled with hope, healing, and the truth that God can restore what life tries to break.

In this episode of The Edge, Bill and Stephanie sit down with Chris Valka, CEO of the Prison Entrepreneurship Program (P.E.P.), and Jeremy Jones, a P.E.P. alumnus and Life Caddie, to explore how this transformative program is turning reentry from a second chance into a pathway to lasting success.

Chris explains how P.E.P. combines business training, character development, and lifelong mentorship to build confident, purpose-driven men ready to succeed beyond prison walls. Jeremy shares how the program helped him not only gain practical tools, but also reshape his identity—seeing himself no longer through the lens of his past, but through the promise of his potential.

He opens up about his struggle with stuttering, how P.E.P.’s leadership and communication training helped him find his voice, and what it means to now mentor others walking the same road. Together, Chris and Jeremy show that real transformation isn’t just about being given another chance—it’s about being equipped to walk a new path with confidence, faith, and purpose.

In this special interview, Dr. Kevin Hrebik joins Executive Director Bill Everts to discuss the Self-Assessment Survey found in Appendix A of When Jesus Meets Your Scars. Dr. Hrebik explains how the survey helps participants reflect on their personal growth throughout the 10-week journey and how the Scoring Sheet provides a measurable way to track progress. He also shares how completing and mailing in the survey allows participants to receive a Certificate of Completion, recognizing their commitment to applying faith and family systems to emotional healing.

This final episode of When Jesus Meets Your Scars offers two practical relaxation exercises you can use anytime stress takes hold. They’re a reminder that God’s presence brings peace—not just during this series, but in every moment of your life. Don’t forget to complete the self-assessment survey in Appendix A and mail it in to receive your certificate of completion.