Cutting Edge Faith
This podcast will help you Understand the Times, Stand for Truth and Grow in Your Faith. It will bring you the truth behind the headlines and equip your faith to navigate the cultural chaos of today. Each week you'll hear a devotional-style episode that will edify your faith in a refreshingly practical and actionable way, and you'll hear an episode that will reveal the meaning behind current events. This show will also bring you engaging interviews on important topics. God is on the move right now through people just like you and you are part of His plan. Visit ryanshoward.com to learn more and get engaged by submitting your questions or topics for the show.
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Ep. #384
The Supreme Court is ruling on transgender sports and candidate's ability to challenge election laws. Ryan explains what's happening and how these cases affect law, culture, and accountability.
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Episode #383
What is a pastor biblically called to do? This episode explains Ephesians 4 and clarifies how pastors are meant to equip believers for ministry—not just inside church, but in everyday life.
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Episode #382
Ryan shares from Psalm 37:4 on how God gives us the desires of our heart.
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Episode #381
Ryan shares the first Bible verse that struck him more than 20 years ago and he shares how you can make sure to hear from God in His Word every single day.
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Episode #380
Join Ryan and his wife Bruna and their son John as they minister at Word of Faith Church. Ryan shares an encouraging word about being prepared for 2026 and his wife Bruna releases a brand new song, "He Always Knows What's Best."
In this episode:
1:12 - Bruna speaks
3:40 - Bruna leads worship
8:57 - Ryan preaches
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Episode #379
Are you prepared to stand firm in your faith, even if you have to stand alone? In this episode, Ryan shares about Romans 12:1-2 and what it means to be a living sacrifice, set apart for God, and led by the Holy Spirit.
We need practical ways to renew our mind, discern truth, and avoid deception in the coming challenging times. God is about your transformation into the ima...
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Episode #378
Ryan shares the importance of placing your faith in what God says rather than the doubts and lies of the enemy. Using the example of Abraham from Romans 4, he emphasizes being fully convinced of God's promises and not allowing past mistakes or negative thoughts to become strongholds in your mind.
Ryan also gives practical steps like immersing yourself in scripture, worship, an...
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Episode #377
Ryan shares the importance of making Jesus the absolute focal point of CHRISTmas. He also shares a new song (Arms Wide Open) from a new YouTube channel he and his wife recently launched, Bruna Melo KIDS and shares from a recent Christmas event for family and kids.
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Episode #376
Whether you’re seeking encouragement, practical wisdom, or a fresh spark in your faith, this episode will challenge and motivate you to live boldly for Jesus.
Join Ryan and Bruna as they minister with preaching and worship at Word of Faith Church in Orlando, FL. This service is filled with inspiration, worship, and practical teaching.
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Episode #375
Ryan and his wife Bruna interview top international Music Producer, Elivelton Horst. They discuss how faith, authenticity, and purpose transform not just music, but work, calling, and daily living.
Whether you’re a musician, stay-at-home parent, or a working professional, these lessons will inspire you to live for God’s glory every day.
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Episode #374
This week saw Israel launch a massive airstrike on Iran, killing top IRGC leaders and exposing major defense vulnerabilities, prompting Trump to warn Iran to “make a deal before it’s too late.” RFJ Jr. purges the CDC Vaccine Advisory Board. 17 China-linked VPN's in Apple and Google App stores. Plus much more on this week's weekly briefing.
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- Israel’s ...
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Episode #373
This week's briefing brings highlights from some dramatic events over the past 7 days. Explosive fallout between Elon Musk and Donald Trump over taxes, Epstein ties, and political influence. The disturbing rise of AI companions and their impact on mental health, especially among youth. We also revisit the Tiananmen Square massacre, revealing how the U.S. response in 1989 helpe...
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Episode #372
Ryan challenges you to reject the subtle (and not-so-subtle) compromises that often creep into our work, decisions, and leadership. Using powerful verses from Proverbs, he reveals how Satan sets ambushes through compromise—and why even a “small” compromise can open doors to destruction.
In this episode:
- Why “doing God’s will your own way” never works
- How compromise is the devil’s ...
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Episode #371
THE WEEKLY BRIEFING–A surprising surge in Bible engagement across America, major Supreme Court battles that could reshape religious freedom, parental rights, and immigration policy. Ryan also exposes covert CCP activity inside the U.S., new AI concerns, and toxic threats in our food system—all with bold, biblical commentary.
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- Bible reading surges among millennia...
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Episode #370
On this week's WEEKLY BRIEFING: 17 urgent headlines every Christian needs to know. From Trump confronting South Africa's president over white farmer violence, to shocking national security risks tied to China’s solar tech, to a total reversal in U.S. flu vaccine strategy—this episode unpacks what’s happening and why it matters with Ryan's commentary through a biblica...
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Episode #369
Introducing The Weekly Briefing—a new weekly segment that will give you the week's top headlines that matter most and the truth behind them.
This new segment will keep you informed and will equip and embolden you to stand for truth. Ryan begins with a quick review of the important headlines—followed by his commentary filled with practical and biblical insights that will help y...
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Episode #368
Ryan shares the current state of global Christian persecution and what US leaders should do to help. He discusses current trade shifts and how the US can use it's leverage to push nations like China, India, Syria and others to eliminate Christian persecution.
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Episode #367
Ryan invites you to watch The Forge, a film that will challenge your faith. He also gives you some specifics to reflect on in your own walk with Jesus. The Forge is a film from the Kentrick Brothers, creators of No. 1 film The War Room.
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Episode #366
Ryan shares some ideas on how we can hear from God today for ourselves.
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Episode #365
Ryan revisits why you were created and gives a simple test question to know whether you are fulfilling that purpose.
Referenced verses: Isaiah 43:7, 1 Corinthians 10:31, Romans 11:36, Philippians 2:13
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