Faith in the Firehouse

A short interview with Jared Robison at Bearers of the Oath.Jared Robison is a Christian, husband, father, and firefighter with over 22 years of experience in the fire service. He began his career in 2003 as a volunteer with Gordon County Fire Department and was hired full-time there in 2006. Throughout his career, Jared has served in a variety of roles and has had the opportunity to train and instruct firefighters across the country.In 2023, he joined Cartersville Fire Department where he continues serving the community and helping develop the next generation of firefighters through training and mentorship.Jared is passionate about integrating faith, family, and the fire service. He believes that being a great firefighter starts with being a man of integrity at home, leading well as a husband and father, and living out his faith in Christ both on and off the job.

In this episode I chat with Chris Snow at the Bearers of the Oath fire conference training grounds. We talked about how he shared his powerful testimony (which will be uploaded to the BOTO youtube channel, keep an eye out for that), Bearers of the Oath and living life around the firehouse as a Christian.

Short interview with Capt. Mark Rossi at Bearers of the Oath about faith, family, brotherhood, and what makes Bearers so special.

Chief Nate Sturm and I reflect on our experience at Bearers of the Oath 6 on our drive home.Red Bird Mediahttps://www.instagram.com/redbirdfiremedia?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==Dagum Media Grouphttps://www.instagram.com/dagumtfc?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==Bearers of the Oathhttps://www.bearersoftheoath.org/https://www.instagram.com/bearersoftheoath20?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==

In this episode Jose leads us through a study in the book of 1 Kings Chapter 18.

Jose and Daniel dive in to 2 Chronicles 20 and discuss how gratitude, praise and worship can be used to defeat the enemy. They also discuss the importance of memorization, leaving you with a verse to memorize: Proverbs 19:21, "Many are the plans in a person’s heart, but it is the Lord’s purpose that prevails."Other Scriptures referenced:Genesis 10-11Genesis 32:281 Kings 12:4-11Proverbs 11:14Proverbs 11:22Romans 12:1-2

In this episode Daniel sits down with Helton Pereira to discuss is book the First Things First: Faith, Family, Fitness, Firefighting. Get his book here:https://a.co/d/aHQmnwpReach Helton:Youtube: @TheFirstThingsFirst  Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/thefirstthingsfirst?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==Reach Faith in the Firehouse:faithinthefirehouse @gmail.com  https://www.instagram.com/thefirstthingsfirst?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==

Nate Sturm joins us for a talk on the power of testimony. We talk about the impact sharing your story can have and some guidelines on how to share responsibly in a way that provides hope. Nate talks Christlikeness and we discuss how to maintain our faith in the fire service.Bearers of the Oath:https://youtu.be/pfiSV3z4Q_Y?si=fH_gowkg_Zo5SpF9C.A.N. Report:https://www.youtube.com/live/2s2PVMwMEIM?si=CcFwCy9PVEXs7WhxFit to Fight Fire on Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/episode/5HUWjXwp8sawXLMX6lhboR?si=W-JCS3lmSKSnLdP-x9UzRwIf you would like to connect with Nate:Instagram @buddy_breathershttps://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100066505328953https://www.nextrung.org/Disclaimer: this episode is not intended as clinical advice. Our goal is simply to spark awareness and promote edifying conversation. Nate does have training in peer support and chaplaincy—I do not—but I am more than qualified to pray with you. If you reach out to either of us, we’ll talk with you and help point you in the right direction. The views and opinions expressed are our own and not that of our respective fire departments.References mentioned:https://www.nami.org/people/a-simple-yet-powerful-solution-to-the-mental-health-crisis-peer-support/https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4465276/https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC12210409/

In this episode Phil Cada returns to discuss the promotional process and how putting his priorities in the right order was the key to success. We reflect on our lives with and without Jesus as Lord. Many Christians claim Christ as their savior but rarely live with Jesus as the Lord of their life - the number one priority. The fear of missing out on living a full life prevents them from fully surrendering to the way the Bible calls us to live. The irony is that when you let go and trust God with your life, you will truly live the most fulfilled life. "For whoever wants to save his life will lose it, but whoever loses his life because of Me and the gospel will save it." (Mark 8:35, CSB). For us, both having taken the exam with and without putting God first, it is clear and the results speak for themselves. ALL GLORY TO GOD! Connect:📸 InstagramFollow for daily encouragement, behind-the-scenes content, and episode updates:👉 @faithinthefirehouse✉️ EmailHave a story, prayer request, or question? Reach out directly:👉 faithinthefirehouse@gmail.com🔥 The Forge (Discord Community)Join our group for Christian firefighters and first responders — a place for prayer, discipleship, workouts, resources, and real conversation:👉 https://discord.gg/P5aM72WG8Disclaimer: The thoughts, views, and opinions shared in this podcast belong solely to us as individuals. They do not reflect or represent the official policies, positions, or beliefs of our fire department or any affiliated organization.

Daniel talks about the three fold "secret weapon" to combat attacks from the enemy: Gratitude, Praise and Worship. References:Scripture:Romans 8:37Romans 8:281 Thessalonians 5:18James 2:19Hebrews 11:1 (NOT 1:11 🤦🏻) Ten Boom, Corrie. The Hiding Place: An Engaging Visual Journey, Tyndale House Publishers, 2022. Willink, Jocko. GOOD. https://youtu.be/IdTMDpizis8?si=eBGs_FTHFZj-fJca

In this episode of Faith in the Firehouse, I’m joined by Lt. BJ Shanks, president of the Orlando Firefighters Hockey Club. The club is hosting a special tribute game for Amanda Adams on September 6th, honoring her life and legacy.Lt. Shanks shares his personal walk with the Lord, the journey that led him into the fire service, and how he stepped into his role as president of the hockey club. We talk about the brotherhood in both firefighting and hockey, and the power of community coming together to remember and support those we love.If you’d like more information about the Amanda Adams Tribute Game, or to connect with Lt. BJ Shanks, you can reach him at:📞 (407) 808-9471🌐 Orlando Firefighters Hockey Club – Amanda Adams Tribute Game:https://ofdhockey.com/ff%2Fpm-adams-tribute-gameJoin us as we reflect, remember, and celebrate a life that continues to inspire.

In this episode Matt Wilson from Faith Based Firefighters joins us to talk about how the Bible study he has started is going. We reflect on 1 year of Faith in the Firehouse, and talk about pressing on through trials. Scripture is mostly out of Philippians in this episode, focusing on chapter 3:12-14.

In this powerful episode, Daniel sits down with firefighter, ministry leader, and mental health advocate Blake Stinnett to hear his incredible testimony of survival, purpose, and unwavering faith.Blake shares the story of a devastating accident that left everything in pieces—except the very seat he was sitting in, which he describes as “a pocket of heaven.” From that moment forward, God has been using Blake in powerful ways both in the fire service and beyond.Together, Blake, Brandon and Daniel talk about: • 🔥 Blake’s journey of recovery and how God used his accident for good • 🚒 Living out faith in the firehouse and staying grounded in purpose • 🧠 Blake’s work with Next Rung, a nonprofit supporting first responders’ mental health • 🙏 How faith strengthens us through hardship, trauma, and loss • 💬 Daniel’s personal story of battling mental health challenges after losing a close friend and a Chief to suicide—and how his perspective has shifted over the years🛑 If You’re Struggling—Please Reach OutYou are not alone. Whether you’re in the fire service or not, your life matters, and help is available. • Next Rung (Peer Support for First Responders)📞 Call or text 1-833-NXT-RUNG (1-833-698-7864)🌐 www.nextrung.org • 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (24/7, Free, Confidential)📞 Dial 988🌐 https://988lifeline.org • 2nd Alarm Project (Mental wellness support for firefighters)🌐 https://2ndalarmproject.orgYou are not a burden. You’re not weak for struggling. We need you here.⸻🎧 Subscribe, share, and follow Faith in the Firehouse for more real conversations at the intersection of faith, service, and purpose.#FaithInTheFirehouse #BlakeStinnett #FirstResponderFaith #NextRung #MentalHealthMatters #ChristianPodcast #FirefighterTestimony #PocketOfHeaven

As Many Reps as Possible. That's the take away from this exercise. Go over it and over it until you think you can't pull anything else out of it... then read it again! Jose and Daniel follow up on the exercise provided in Episode 32. Going over 2 Peter 1:12-21.If you would like to support the podcast goto: https://heroesandangels.squarespace.com/shop-VWIEW

In this episode Brandon and Daniel talk about what Heroes and Angels have been working on to raise some funds for the podcast. If you would like to support the podcast goto: https://heroesandangels.squarespace.com/shop-VWIEW

This is building from Episode 20 on how to read the Bible. The natural progression from self-study is the Bible study. Scripture References:Hebrews 4:12Joshua 1:8James 2:17, 262 Peter 1:12-21Link to SOAP study journal:https://a.co/d/g7c9ZzWShow notes w/ summary of a few translations:https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Cn_O1XJ6T0JpxQJWylfxlsD93Wu776av/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=116812679095180658681&rtpof=true&sd=true

In this edition of Thirty minutes of Firehouse Theology, we take a look at the Trinity.References:https://youtu.be/v-JmA0rIX5A?si=0hvL8cliiOJq50YiLewis, C. S. (Clive Staples). Mere Christianity: A Revised and Enlarged Edition, with a New Introduction, of the Three Books The Case for Christianity, Christian Behaviour, and Beyond Personality. New York: Macmillan, 1952.Peckham, John C., Divine Attributes: Knowing the Covenantal God of Scripture (Grand Rapids, MI: Baker Academic: A Division of Baker Publishing Group, 2021).White, Thomas Joseph. The Trinity: On the Nature and Mystery of the One God. Washington, D.C: The Catholic University of America Press, 2022.Williams, Scott M. (Scott Matthew). The Trinity. Cambridge: Cambridge University Press, 2024.

One of the best mustaches in the game joins us to share his testimony, his journey and how God's work is unmistakable in his life. Griffin is the founder and owner of 'Stache Salthttps://stachesalt.comwhose mission is: "To inspire men to raise their standard of grooming one morning at a time, while giving back to first responder families in need." Company Values:FAITH: We believe in God Almighty, and the redemptive power of Jesus Christ, who died on the cross for our sins, and gave us the gift of the Holy Spirit to pursue the path He laid before us. FAMILY: Blood or bond, we value people as the reason we exist, to love, serve, and grow community.FREEDOM: To own your sovereignty, live in integrity, and to act in love.More about Griffin here:https://open.spotify.com/episode/1VOmUm5ywjHSOouka717QQ?si=sxl587vyTbW5xqbxvVd6jwhttps://open.spotify.com/episode/4UO7soXi19jU2SG4Oga1Mr?si=SwxyurxcTq6q1m796WEa8Ahttps://open.spotify.com/episode/5pHisYXPvEOMUbOPe6LVnH?si=omXXSIryQrKgOEMg0ggjFwhttps://open.spotify.com/show/5aYTFnhIOXT5H2nxybGYav?si=55871b337c8e4bf3

FF Matt Wilson joins us from Grand Rapids, Michigan to talk about Faith and the role it plays in the fire service, the definition of faith, different types of firefighters in the fire service, what it's like working in the downtown area as a first responder, we talk about the problem of homelessness, how to love your neighbors and who exactly are our neighbors, and the struggles of doing the right thing vs following policy. Scripture covered: Hebrews 11:1Luke 10:25-37Matthew 25:31-40Leviticus 19:18Disclaimer:This podcast is intended to strengthen faith and encourage honest conversation about life, work, and following Christ. We’re not pastors, preachers, Bible scholars, or chaplains—we’re just firefighters having open and authentic discussions. We don’t claim to have all the answers, and we’re learning as we go. The views and opinions expressed here are our own and do not reflect those of our respective fire departments or employers. We always encourage listeners to follow their department’s protocols and standard operating procedures.

Greg Love returns to walk me (Daniel) through my testimony.