Undaunted Pursuit Podcast

Faith Through the Eyes of a 13-Year-Old

This week on the Undaunted Pursuit Podcast, Aaron is joined by a very special guest — his second-born son, Austin.
No scripts. No polish. Just real conversation.
Together, they dive into what it actually looks like to follow Jesus through the eyes of a 13-year-old. From identity struggles and peer pressure to youth group experiences and daily habits of prayer, this episode gives an honest glimpse into teenage faith in today’s world.
They talk about:
Finding your identity in Christ — not hobbies, labels, or popularity
The pressure teens feel to “fit in”
Why inviting friends to youth group can feel risky
The importance of surrounding yourself with strong Christian influences
What youth groups are getting right (and what makes them engaging)
Practical ways teens can pursue Jesus — even without support at home
Austin shares what draws him to youth group, how he builds his relationship with Christ daily, and why being yourself matters more than being accepted.
This episode is for:
Teens navigating identity and pressure
Parents raising teenagers
Youth leaders wanting insight from a teen perspective
Anyone who needs the reminder: Your identity is found in Christ alone.
As Isaiah 43 reminds us — He has called you by name. You are His.
This is bold faith. This is real talk.This is Undaunted Pursuit.
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Stop Waiting for “Perfect” Your Yes Can’t Wait

Aaron and Ashley are back—new setup, new mics, and a whole lot of real talk as they finish Ecclesiastes 11–12. Between laughs about the learning curve (and a few soundboard buttons that might become permanent), the conversation turns into a powerful wrap-up of Solomon’s “end of the matter” message.
In this episode, you’ll hear why faith can’t be postponed until conditions feel perfect—and why waiting can quietly become disobedience. Aaron and Ashley unpack the call to sow seed morning and night, to stop making excuses, and to live with urgency because we’re not guaranteed tomorrow.
They also dig into what it means to enjoy the life God gave you without losing the plot: don’t chase the world’s version of “success,” don’t drift into “spiritual retirement,” and don’t forget your responsibility to pass wisdom to the next generation. Ecclesiastes closes with a clear, sobering, hope-filled anchor: fear God, keep His commandments, and remember that nothing is hidden from Him.
In this episode:
Aaron & Ashley’s return + upgraded recording setup (and the fun that comes with it)
Ecclesiastes 11: stop waiting for perfect conditions to act
“We’re seed planters—God brings the harvest”
Why excuses keep people from saying “yes” to Jesus today
Ecclesiastes 12: aging, legacy, and refusing “spiritual retirement”
“Have your yes on the table” (even when it stretches you)
The danger of endless information: weigh everything by God’s Word
The “words of the wise” as goads—loving discomfort that moves you forward
The final conclusion of Ecclesiastes: awe-filled reverence, obedience, and accountability
Key takeaway:
Don’t coast. Don’t wait. Don’t retire spiritually. Plant the seed, trust God with the outcome, and live the life you’ve been given to glorify Him.
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Dead Flies and Dull Blades

Aaron and Ashley are finally back together behind the mics after an extended break, kicking off the year with honest conversation, laughter, and a deep dive into Ecclesiastes 10.
In this episode, they reflect on the recent fast, the unexpected breakthroughs that came with it, and the word God has clearly placed on this season: growth and refinement. From spiritual discipline to everyday wisdom, they unpack how even “small” moments can carry eternal weight.
The conversation moves from real-life family moments (yes, including loud dirt bikes and friendly local law enforcement) to rich biblical insight—exploring how a little foolishness can outweigh wisdom, why guarding your words matters, and how maintaining sharp tools (spiritually and practically) makes all the difference in our walk with Christ.
This episode is a reminder that wisdom isn’t just about knowledge—it’s about obedience, discipline, humility, and staying the course when life gets messy. Whether you’re pressing into a new season, coming off a fast, or simply trying to live faithfully in everyday moments, this one will challenge and encourage you.
Key themes in this episode:
Consecrating the year to the Lord through fasting
Growth, refinement, and spiritual maturity
Wisdom vs. foolishness in daily life
Guarding your words and sharpening your spiritual tools
Staying the course in faith, family, and obedience
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Storytelling, Theology, and Seeing People Like Jesus | w/ Jake Doberenz

In this powerful first episode of the year, Aaron sits down with writer, theologian, podcaster, and creative thinker Jake Doberenz for a wide-ranging and deeply thoughtful conversation that challenges how we think about faith, Scripture, culture, and what it really means to follow Jesus.
Jake shares his journey as a self-described multi-potentialite—someone wired with many interests—and explains why faith doesn’t require narrowing yourself to a single lane. Together, they explore how storytelling, theology, podcasting, preaching, and creativity can intersect to communicate the Gospel in meaningful, human ways.
This episode dives into big ideas with humility and clarity, including:
Why the Bible was never meant to be read like a textbook or weapon
The difference between knowing Scripture and encountering Jesus
How apologetics can become confrontational instead of relational
Why “culture-war Christianity” often causes us to miss Jesus altogether
Seeing people—even those we disagree with—as image-bearers, not enemies
Why transformation is slow, relational, and often inefficient—but deeply Christ-like
How storytelling (even geek culture and literature) can open doors to theological truth
Jake also opens up about his background in theological studies, his love for writing and storytelling, and his current work through podcasting and Substack—where he’s building thoughtful, long-form content that invites readers and listeners into deeper reflection rather than louder arguments.
This conversation isn’t about winning debates—it’s about walking faithfully, loving well, and keeping Jesus at the center when everything else tries to take His place.
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Wisdom, Work, and What Really Lasts

Aaron and Ashley are back together on this special Christmas-season episode of the Undaunted Pursuit Podcast, and we want to start by saying Merry Christmas to each and every one of you 🎄
As the year winds down, they dive into Ecclesiastes chapter 9, unpacking what it truly means to live wisely under the sun while keeping eternity in view. In a real, unscripted conversation—full of holiday reflections, family moments, and honest Bible study—they explore life, death, work, joy, marriage, and why chasing recognition and worldly success never satisfies.
This episode reminds us that:
Life is fleeting, but faith gives it purpose
Wisdom comes from walking with God, not winning the race
Joy is found in receiving God’s gifts rightly
Eternity matters more than notoriety
What we do today matters—because tomorrow isn’t promised
As families gather and traditions are celebrated, Aaron and Ashley encourage listeners to reflect Jesus in every conversation, every gathering, and every moment this Christmas season.
🎄 Jesus is the reason for the season—and wisdom is found in Him alone.
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Wisdom, Authority, and Trusting God’s Timing | Ecclesiastes 8

In this week’s episode of Undaunted Pursuit Podcast, Aaron and Ashley are back at it—coffee in hand, voices struggling, but hearts fully engaged—as they dive deep into Ecclesiastes chapter 8.
This conversation wrestles honestly with wisdom, authority, obedience, fear, and God’s perfect timing. From navigating earthly leadership to trusting the sovereignty of God, this chapter reminds us that no matter how chaotic the world feels, God is still firmly in control.
Aaron and Ashley explore:
What true wisdom looks like and how it changes the way we live
Obedience to earthly authority vs. obedience to God
Why God’s timing often feels slow—but is never wrong
The difference between fearing leaders and fearing the Lord
Why chasing pleasure without God always leads to emptiness
How peace comes from trusting God—even when life feels unfair
This episode is real, thoughtful, and deeply practical—perfect for anyone wrestling with faith, leadership, fear, or uncertainty in today’s world.
🎧 Listen in and be encouraged to stay faithful, stay bold, and keep pursuing Jesus.
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It’s All Fun & Games… Until You Get a Chip in Your Hand

Marshall. Is. Back. 🎉
In this fun-filled episode of Undaunted Pursuit Podcast, Aaron rolls out the red carpet (and the hype music) to welcome back the world traveler / mysterious man of mystery / new suburban dad himself, Marshall Massey.
The guys catch up on:
Marshall’s “mansion” in the HOA burbs (moat, crocodiles, Tesla scooter and all 😂)
Surviving new-dad life, promotion life, and endless late-night decorating
Buc-ee’s being only 5–10 minutes away (RIP self-control & waistlines)
Drone grocery deliveries dive-bombing the neighborhood
Whole Foods palm scanners, “chips in your hand,” and end-times jokes
HOA letters, Christmas parties, picky neighbors, swing-set drama & first world problems
And grounding it all with Romans 12:18 – learning to live at peace with everyone even when the HOA tests your sanctification
It’s a lighter, laugh-filled episode that still reminds us that following Jesus shows up in the everyday stuff of life—yards, neighbors, drones, and all.
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Stop Looking Back — It’s Killing Your Walk

Welcome back to the Undaunted Pursuit Podcast, where bold faith meets real talk. This week, Aaron and Ashley dive deep into Ecclesiastes 7—a packed chapter full of wisdom, patience, pride, adversity, and what it really means to walk uprightly before the Lord in a world that constantly pulls us the other direction.
From hilarious real-life moments (like wax-related suffering and being “too full” before recording 😅) to deeply rooted Scripture unpacked verse-by-verse, this episode is a perfect blend of biblical depth, honest conversations, and practical spiritual insight.
In This Episode:
Why finishing a matter is better than beginning it
The difference between responding vs. reacting
What Scripture teaches about pride
Why looking back can derail your walk with God
Wisdom vs. knowledge — and why wisdom protects
Why life can feel unfair (and how Ecclesiastes says to handle it)
The danger of immoral influences and cultural normalization
What it means that God made man upright
How we choose evil even though we’re made in His image
What repentance looks like in daily life
This conversation is raw, real, and rooted deeply in the Word. If you’ve ever struggled with pride, impatience, looking back, or trusting God when life feels crooked… this episode is for you.
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