Altar Your Algorithm

Apologies for the late upload on this one! I (Jackson) dropped the ball on getting the edit complete! But I think this discussion about facing your giants is a great one. We all have giants. We've got to face them or they're going to always loom over us. Remember you don't have to face them alone. When David went up against Goliath, he was not alone. God was with him. And the same God that was with David is with us. You can face yo...

We had a great conversation this week with Ricky Wells, one of the deacons at Southside. He's creative, has a joy for serving, and his work ethic produces a lot of good work. This good work includes his family, the church, and even where he works. One of the key takeaways is 'If you're going to do something, do it right.' That's a mantra that Ricky lives by and we can see it expounded on in scripture (Colossians 3:23, the unofficia...

Chaney Guffey, co-owner of Your Party People, joins us this week on the podcast. God's plans for her brought her back from UK to stay in Hopkinsville and work in New Work Fellowship's Residency program and the works she has been a part of has been fruitful. We discuss creativity, changes in direction, and what we can do to glorify God.

Chaney embodies what it means to ALTAR Your Algorithm. She has let God work in her for His glor...

In this kickoff episode of our new series Becoming a Giant Killer, we dive into the story of David and Goliath to uncover what it means to identify the “giants” in our lives. Giants aren’t always nine-foot warriors—they can be fear, anxiety, lust, pride, comparison, or anything that keeps us from living fully in God’s purpose.

We explore why identifying your giants is the first step toward defeating them, how fear and intimidation ...

In this episode, Chris Bentzel, superintendent of Christian County Public School System shares his journey from the classroom to the superintendent’s office, offering insights on leadership, vision, and the powerful role faith plays in shaping a school year. We dive into how the first day of school is more than just a fresh start—it's an opportunity to set the tone for a year of impact. With practical takeaways on leading with purp...

In this special episode, we’re both welcoming and saying goodbye to our summer intern, Caleb Todd. Caleb joins Jackson and Tyler to reflect on a summer of ministry, spiritual growth, and preparing for what's next. From growing up on a farm in West Tennessee to pursuing a future in cybersecurity and missions, Caleb shares how he's learning to blend faith and vocation.

We also offer practical takeaways to help you Altar Your Algorith...

In today's episode we conclude our 4 F's series by talking about the future. It's a scary thing sometimes to think about, but it's comforting to remember passages about what God says about the future: Jeremiah 29:11 and Matthew 6:25-34 are two that we bring up in our discussion today. Our faith today impacts our family and friends in the future. We hope this episode is encouraging and gives you a bit of confidence as you seek to Al...

In this episode of Altar Your Algorithm, we’re digging deep—literally and spiritually. We had the chance to sit down with Dr. Garry Hill: preacher, missionary, archaeologist, and mentor. From unearthed Philistine swords to the kitchens of ancient Israel, Dr. Hill shares how archaeology not only confirms the historical accuracy of Scripture but strengthens our confidence in God’s Word.

We explore how faith is built before the battle...

In this third episode of our Four F’s series, we dive into the topic of friendship—what it looks like, why it matters, and how it can shape our walk with Christ. Building on the two previous episodes on Faith and Family, this conversation explores how the people closest to us influence our direction, faith, and purpose. From Proverbs 13:20 to the power of community, reflect on choosing intentional friendships that challenge and enc...

David Howell, an engineer from Hopkinsville, member and deacon at Southside, husband, and father of three joined us this week on Altar Your Algorithm. When David was 16 his mother was taken from him. He didn't shy away from the grief, but leaned into it. He welcomes you this week to listen to his story and see how God has continued to move in him despite life's unexpected turns. 

If you've lost a loved one recently or you've been...

In this episode of Altar Your Algorithm, we had a chance to sit down with Kentucky State Senator Craig Richardson for an inspiring discussion about what it means to serve God and country with integrity. From his roots in law to his current role in state government, Craig shares how faith intersects with politics, the challenges of staying grounded in a high-pressure environment, and why your platform—no matter how public or private...

Longevity is something we all strive for when it comes to the influence we wish to have in our community. Jeff Addison has done just that. Since 1994, Jeff has been coaching the Hopkinsville High School Lady Tigers Soccer team. He's been able to coach and direct young ladies as the grow as athletes and as people. In the past 6 months Jeff has dealt with a scary health situation and he isn't letting it slow him down. In today's epis...

In this episode of Altar Your Algorithm, we sit down with Brad Dougherty—husband, dad, deacon, and one of Christian County's ag industry servants—who shares how faith shapes every part of his life, from the church to the workplace to the farm. We talk about what it means to live on mission without being in full-time ministry, the parallels between faith and farming, and how small seeds of faithfulness today can lead to a fruitful h...

Once a month we get to record and episode where it's just us in the booth. We want to have a little bit of direction when we don't have any guests, so we've decided that once a month over the next four months we'll release an episode in this series. We're going to talk about the 4 F's: Faith, Family, Friends, and Future. It all starts with faith and it all comes back to faith. As we go through this series we're going to talk about ...