Cutting Edge Faith

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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November 22, 2025 60 mins

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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.

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  • Why “doing God’s will your own way” never works
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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. 

Visit ryanshoward.com to find specific episodes on many countries, including North Korea. Ryan also interviewed North K...

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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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May 3, 2025 11 mins

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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.

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Referenced verses: Isaiah 43:7, 1 Corinthians 10:31, Romans 11:36, Philippians 2:13

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Episode #364

Ryan talks about the goal of the show and how our faith should be active everywhere in life.

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February 22, 2025 7 mins

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Episode #363

Ryan draws lessons on how we can handle our mistakes from Jesus' instructions to Peter before his denial.

Reference Luke 22:31-32

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Episode #362

Ryan shares a simple but profound way to grow your relationship with Christ every day. He also shares some tips on more commonly used methods to grow closer to Jesus.

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February 8, 2025 6 mins

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Episode #361

Ryan encourages you to be sure to serve God in good times and bad times. This will accelerate your impact for the Kingdom of God and your growth in Christ.

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January 30, 2025 6 mins

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Episode #360

Ryan invites you to partner with God in everyday life by resisting the temptation to take things into your own hands. We have a part to play and actions to take, but it is never in isolation from God's direction. Listen and be encouraged to seek God first before taking action with your own understanding.

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Episode #359

Ryan talks about President Trump's priorities during his first week in office and shares one significant priority that is missing (for now).

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January 18, 2025 4 mins

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Episode #358

Ryan shares a new take on a familiar passage about the cleansing of the ten lepers (Luke 17:11-19).

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Episode #357

Ryan introduces 10 strategic trends that Christians must follow in order to understand the times and withstand the coming mass global deception. He also invites you to share your feedback and input on what trends we should be following.

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Trends to watch:

1. AI/Technology/biotech 
2. UFO’s/“Aliens”/Nephilim
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