This Is WholeLife
This is WholeLife is a weekly conversation where we dive deeper into the message and topics at WholeLife Church in Orlando, Florida. Enjoy a mix of light-hearted fun and transparency as we seek answers with Pastors Ken Wetmore, and Melanie Bockmann, with Digital Content Creator Lucas Moraes, and Communications Director and Host Randy Magray. It’s the perfect midweek commute podcast to grow personally and spiritually with your WholeLife family! We encourage your questions, comments, and feedback, which we discuss and share in every episode! You can join the conversation by emailing podcast@wholelife.church, calling 407-965-1607, or texting us at 407-965-1607, and using # ThisIsWholeLife on our social media feeds.
Episodes
Great Question! 2025: Are Heaven and Hell Real? - Ken Wetmore
During WholeLife Church’s annual ‘Great Question!’ Series, Lead Pastor Ken Wetmore is given a question submitted by one of our members with only a week to prepare his answer. This week’s question launches the 2025 Great Question! series and does not disappoint:
Great Question 1: The Old Testament doesn't say much about an afterlife beyond the grave. A vague mentio...
Voices of WholeLife 2025: Remembering - Denise Butler
This week’s Voices of WholeLife, presented by Denise Butler, dives into why remembering matters for our faith and our future.
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The Good News - Ken Wetmore
In a world full of headlines and bad news, the birth of Jesus is still the greatest news ever told. Discover how His love, peace, and kingdom “not of this world” bring hope that never fades. No matter what you face, turn your eyes to the true Savior.
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The Bad News - Ken Wetmore
We live in a world flooded with headlines that fuel fear, anxiety, and division. The Bible warned us about these times, but it also points us to the peace only Jesus can give. Discover how to navigate bad news without losing the hope of the Good News.
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Speak Life - Aubrey Toup
Every day we use words to communicate. Information is passed, processed, and refined, only to be passed on again. But, what does ‘what we say’ actually say about us, about Christians, and our walk with God? Are we taking the time to speak life into those in our care and in our world, or faced with the regret and the pain of words we can’t take back?
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Bigger Than Me - Steve Carlson
Life often feels centered on our problems, plans, or strengths — but what if it’s not about us at all? Through stories, visuals, and Scripture, this message invites us to look up and recognize that God is writing a much bigger story. Based on John 10:10 and Ephesians 1:3–12, we’re reminded that proper fullness comes when we realize: It’s always about Him.
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WetMore Summer Series: Prophetic Water - Ken Wetmore
Throughout the Bible, water carries powerful prophetic meaning. From judgment—like the Flood and Elijah’s drought—to symbols of salvation and life, water flows through Scripture as both purifier and promise. In this message, we explore how water represents people, nations, and the Holy Spirit, all of which lead to the hope found in the river of life flowing from God's throne.
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WetMore Summer Series: It Would Have Been Enough - Ken Wetmore
Is Jesus enough, even in the middle of shipwrecks and suffering? In this message, we explore Paul’s extreme hardships - from beatings to shipwrecks - and ask what could make it all worth it. The answer? Knowing Christ. Jesus’ body and blood give us strength, hope, and purpose. He is enough. Always.
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WetMore Summer Series: What Prevents? - Ken Wetmore
In Acts 8, the Ethiopian official asks, “What prevents me from being baptized?” It’s a question that still speaks today. What’s holding you back from taking your next step—whether it’s baptism, sharing Jesus, or simply saying yes to God’s call?
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BONUS: Ken Reads A Story - Go Wash in the River
BY LISTENER REQUEST! Listen and enjoy as Ken reads a classic children's story in the world of Adventist literature from Book 3 of ‘My Bible Friends’ by Etta B. Degering. You can find the entire five-book set of My Bible Friends, each with four stories inside, here.
Many of us who were raised in the Adventist faith grew up listening to and enjoying the beautiful illustrations a...
WetMore Summer Series: Precious Water
When David longed for a sip of water from his hometown well, three of his warriors risked everything to bring it to him. Instead of drinking it, David poured it out as an offering to God, recognizing the sacrifice behind the gift. This powerful message from 2 Samuel 23 shows us what true devotion, honor, and worship look like. Through stories of ancient heroes, biblical offerings, and reflection...
WetMore Summer Series: Showdown on Mount Carmel - Ken Wetmore
Elijah’s story in 1 Kings 17–19 is a powerful journey of faith, boldness, and burnout. From miraculous provision to fire from heaven and quiet whispers of God’s presence, Elijah’s life invites us to trust deeply and follow courageously. How does his story speak to yours today?
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WetMore Summer Series: Go Dig a Well - Ken Wetmore
When growth stalls and wells run dry, God calls us to dig again—with purpose, perseverance, and future generations in mind. Discover how faithfulness today can create space for life tomorrow.
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Staff/Family Retreat 2025 (UPDATE)
Listen if you can to the flu-riddled voice of Randy to find out why this week is just a ‘bonus’ episode…. #ThankYouForYourGrace
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WetMore Summer Series: Faithful Father - The Flood - Ken Wetmore
Noah’s faith and obedience saved his family amid a world of wickedness. God’s justice and mercy are revealed through His covenant with Noah. Let’s walk closely with God, our faithful Father, trusting His wisdom and love.
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WetMore Summer Series: It Begins and Ends with Water - Ken Wetmore
From creation to eternity, it begins and ends with water. Water sustains our bodies, shapes our world, and flows through the story of God—from Genesis to Revelation. Dive into a powerful message about how water reflects life, Spirit, and the invitation to be fully renewed. 🌊 #ThisIsWholeLife #WaterTales #LivingWater
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Voices of WholeLife 2025: God's Invitation to Pray - Amanda Maggard
In this Voices of WholeLife message, Amanda Maggard invites us to rediscover the beauty and power of prayer, not as a duty or routine, but as a personal invitation from God to draw closer to Him. Through her message, Amanda reflects on how prayer can be a source of peace, strength, and transformation in our daily lives.
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Memorial Day: Remember - Ken Wetmore
This Memorial Day, we remember those who gave all—and how God has led us through every season. Let that remembrance go beyond one weekend. #MemorialDay #FaithfulGod #NeverForget
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Ruth: Faithful Servant of God - Ken Wetmore
Ruth concludes with a complete reversal from where it began. Instead of death, we have life. Instead of no future, we find the ancestors of royalty. The story not very subtly points out that being a faithful servant of God pays dividends in the long run.
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Ruth: Faithful Compassionate Friend - Ken Wetmore
The name Ruth means compassionate friend. In this story, Ruth and Boaz both show compassion. In this case, the compassion is almost scandalous.
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