Pastor Jeff sits down with longtime friend and marketplace leader Rick Welday, recently retired after 35 years at AT&T. Shaped by Young Life and a deeper grasp of God’s grace, Rick leans on Proverbs 3:5–6 to navigate pressure, change, and big decisions.

From New York boardrooms to global teams, Rick shows what faith looks like on defense and offense—setting guardrails, leading with humility, and treating people with genuine kindness. Excellence builds credibility, opening doors for spiritual conversations the Holy Spirit is already preparing. Business isn’t a lesser call; it’s a vital place for everyday discipleship.

At home, Rick names life’s seasons instead of chasing “balance,” protects rhythms like Sunday at 5, and once turned down a major promotion to put his eighth-grade son first. His challenge: don’t waste the day—lead with love and hope, and say yes to what God puts before you. Because when we live surrendered, every day really does matter.

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Resources from the episode:
Point Man by Steve Farrar
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Pastor Jeff shares a candid, hope-filled reminder that faith is for the everyday, even the hard days. From John 16:33 and Psalm 23, he points us to Jesus as our peace and Shepherd who leads us through the valley, sustained by Scripture, prayer, and the presence of God’s people.

He briefly walks through grief’s stages and highlights a sixth: finding meaning. Loss can sharpen our purpose as we love our families intentionally, invest in the next generation, show up for others, and say “yes” to mission. We grieve, but not without hope (1 Thess. 4).

If you are in a tender season, this conversation offers courage, hope, and practical next steps. Jeff closes by calling us to live on purpose today, putting on the armor of God, opening His Word, and asking, “Lord, how can You use me?” Because every day matters, even in the valley.

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Resources from the episode:
Rolling Hills Care & Counseling Ministry
The Refuge Center for Counseling
What about Grief Podcast
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In episode 20 of Every Day Matters, Pastor Jeff talks with Mary Katharine Hunt, CEO of Justice and Mercy International (JMI). She shares her journey from a successful career at LifeWay to stepping into God’s call to lead JMI, showing how faith is lived out daily and not just on Sundays.

Mary Katharine reflects on the growth of JMI, from small mission trips to Moldova and the Amazon to a thriving global ministry with child sponsorships, transitional living homes, and pastor training. She highlights how obedience to God’s call opens the door for life change—both for those served and those who serve.

Together, Jeff and Mary Katharine remind listeners that every believer is called to live on mission. Whether by sponsoring a child, joining a mission trip, or simply loving the “one” God places before us, each step of faith matters. When we say yes to Jesus, He provides and transforms lives including our own.

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Resources from the episode:
Justice & Mercy International
Sponsor a child for as little as $40/month
Go on a mission trip!
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