No Sanity Required

In this episode, Brody gives an honest look at the medical crisis involving Greg Helms, starting with the ministry work that brought Greg and Kilby to Uganda. He then walks through Greg’s sudden collapse, hours of convulsions, an induced coma, and the desperate search for answers.Brody cuts through the early chaos and misinformation and follows the unexpected path that led to Greg’s emergency evacuation and specialized care at Duke. Through every step, God’s sovereignty has been evident in the provision, timing, and support they received. Greg is recovering, next steps are underway, and Kilby and Greg express deep gratitude for the prayers and encouragement that have helped sustained them in this difficult season.Greg and Kilby's MinistrySend us a textPlease leave a review on Apple or Spotify to help improve No Sanity Required and help others grow in their faith. Click here to get our Colossians Bible study.

Brody pauses before the holiday rush to look at the small, steady habits that actually shape a grateful life. He shares childhood holiday memories and the new traditions he and Little are building with their family. He also highlights recent guests, gives Snowbird updates, and previews our upcoming interview with Abby West, a Las Vegas CSI agent whose faith and fieldwork offer remarkable insight.Whether your season looks familiar or completely different this year, simple traditions still matter—­a verse, a prayer, a weekly meal—small rhythms that anchor busy lives and point us back to God’s new mercies each morning.STAYING FAITHFUL IN THE FBI | CLAY HICKS (PARTS 1-2)Her Loss is Great, But God is Greater | No Sanity StoryAn Athlete’s Identity Crisis and an Unexpected Pregnancy | Interview with Gwyn AndrewsMartyred, But Not Silenced | The Price of Making Jesus Known in a Muslim CountryWinter Youth RetreatsCollege RetreatPure + HolySend us a textPlease leave a review on Apple or Spotify to help improve No Sanity Required and help others grow in their faith. Click here to get our Colossians Bible study.

In this Part 2 episode, Gwyn picks up right where she left off—right after whispering to her teammate, “I’m pregnant.” She shares candidly about the fear, shock, and sense that her life was beginning to unravel.We follow Gwyn through her hidden months at home and the way Scripture, research, and a refusal to take easy answers slowly shaped her path toward open adoption. She opens up about the doubts and questions that surfaced as her due date approached and the weight of the decisions she had to make.Now, watching her daughter flourish, Gwyn steps into advocacy with conviction and grace. This episode offers an honest, hope-filled look at unplanned pregnancy, the reality of open adoption, and the courage it takes to choose a future bigger than fear.An Athlete’s Identity Crisis and an Unexpected Pregnancy | Interview with Gwyn AndrewsSend us a textPlease leave a review on Apple or Spotify to help improve No Sanity Required and help others grow in their faith. Click here to get our Colossians Bible study.

Growing up as a pastor’s kid and a standout athlete gave Gwyn a strong sense of identity...or at least it seemed that way. But once she left for college, the structure she’d relied on fell away, creating space for secrecy, fear, and choices she never imagined facing, including sexual compromise and the consideration of abortion.We talk candidly about the gap between cultural Christianity and genuine discipleship, the isolation that drives hidden decisions, and how easy it is to drift into serious territory without anyone noticing. Everything shifted for Gwyn when a stranger speaks a truth no one else had dared to say, confronting Gwyn’s assumptions and pushing her to reexamine responsibility, identity, and the path she was on.This conversation is honest, grounded, and shaped by grace. It’s about being interrupted by truth, choosing integrity over image, and discovering conviction when the stakes are high.Winter Youth Retreats Send us a textPlease leave a review on Apple or Spotify to help improve No Sanity Required and help others grow in their faith. Click here to get our Colossians Bible study.

In this episode, Clay and Brenda Hicks share a candid look at marriage, family, and faith under the weight of a high-risk calling. Clay shares some unbelievable stories from his years in federal law enforcement, while Brenda offers perspective on holding a home together when his job is unpredictable. Together, they reflect on the tension between danger and devotion and how God’s sovereignty provides stability when everything else feels uncertain.They speak honestly about building unity in marriage amid pressure, protecting their kids’ peace, and learning to rest in God’s control when outcomes can’t be managed. It’s a grounded conversation about resilience, obedience, and the steadying presence of faith when life refuses to stay steady.Staying Faithful in the FBI (Parts 1&2)Send us a textPlease leave a review on Apple or Spotify to help improve No Sanity Required and help others grow in their faith. Click here to get our Colossians Bible study.

Clay Hicks joins us again to talk through the hard-earned lessons that shaped his understanding of God’s sovereignty in the midst of chaos. From active shooter responses to years embedded with special operations, Clay shares how faith and humility kept him grounded when nothing was certain. We explore what it means to trust providence without surrendering responsibility and how Clay made decisions with a conscience anchored in something higher. This episode is a grounded conversation about moral clarity, justice, and the sovereignty of God on the front lines and in everyday life.Staying Faithful in the FBI | Interview with Clay HicksNo Sanity Stories | Gospel Hope Through Combat & Trauma pt. 125-Day Advent Bible StudySend us a textPlease leave a review on Apple or Spotify to help improve No Sanity Required and help others grow in their faith. Click here to get our Colossians Bible study.

In this episode, Brody sits down with former FBI agent Clay Hicks, whose journey runs from small-town Arkansas to the depths of a Navy submarine and the battlefields of Afghanistan. Through stories of submarine crises, evidence gathering under fire, and quiet moments of conviction in unlikely places, Clay reflects on what it means to lead with steadiness, hold to ethics when the lines blur, and live out faith when the stakes are highest. It’s a conversation about calling, character, and the cost of courage in real life.Too Far Gone? A Story of Tragedy, Hope, and RedemptionMarriage ConferenceSend us a textPlease leave a review on Apple or Spotify to help improve No Sanity Required and help others grow in their faith. Click here to get our Colossians Bible study.

Anne grew up dodging addiction, chaos, and a revolving door of men who called her mother’s house home. She found rides to church, worked to keep the lights on, and learned to survive without going numb at a young age. Anne never knew her biological father until one day he showed up at Snowbird. When her father showed up, sick and short on time, she discovered how powerful it is to hear a dad say, “You matter.” After his death and her mother’s overdose, Anne faced grief without regret.Anne recounts her time hiking through the Appalachian, Pacific Crest, and Continental Divide Trails, and how the Lord used those times to grant her peace and clarity. Now, with her husband Hunter and their kids in Marietta, Anne is building a legacy rooted in faith, presence, and everyday grace. From miscarriage to miracles, she’s proof that ordinary faithfulness can change generations.Her Loss is Great, But God is Greater Pt. 1 | No Sanity StorySend us a textPlease leave a review on Apple or Spotify to help improve No Sanity Required and help others grow in their faith. Click here to get our Colossians Bible study.

In this episode, Brody sits down with Rob, JB, and Zay to recap this year’s Fall Retreats at Snowbird, where the theme was The Son of Man. Together, they follow that title from Daniel’s vision to the Gospel of Mark and on to Revelation, showing how Jesus’ authority, suffering, and glory all come together in one story.You’ll hear highlights and a behind-the-scenes look at the retreats as they unpack why teaching through one Gospel brings clarity and depth. They also share a simple way to keep studying: read Mark, note every “Son of Man” reference, and connect those threads back to Daniel 7 and forward to Revelation 14.Fall Youth RetreatsSend us a textPlease leave a review on Apple or Spotify to help improve No Sanity Required and help others grow in their faith. Click here to get our Colossians Bible study.

Before Snowbird had cabins or kitchens, it had creek showers, porta potties, and a small group of people committed to building something that would last. Anne (Tully) Tuttle was one of them. A quiet new believer who first came as a student, she eventually joined the staff—shaped not by hype, but by Scripture, discipleship, and people who showed up.In this episode, Anne shares what those early summers were really like. She also reflects on the 2007 accident that changed everything for the Snowbird team—and how grief, community, and worship shaped her in the years that followed.Tune in to hear her wild No Sanity story.Send us a textPlease leave a review on Apple or Spotify to help improve No Sanity Required and help others grow in their faith. Click here to get our Colossians Bible study.