I Like Birds Podcast

Zach Rippey
  • 4.6 (81)
  • Christianity

I Like Birds is a show dedicated to sharing the Good News about Jesus. Zach brings you into his faith journey and has vulnerable discussions about his walk with Christ. We grow in our faith together. "You learn as I learn." I hope this show can be a seed for you to know God better than you did yesterday. As Paul tells us, "Faith Comes from Hearing." You will hear the love, joy, and everlasting pursuit of Jesus in every episode. We do it for the ONE! I hope you find this show at the perfect time. Let’s Grow! Get plugged into our ministry by going to ILikeBirdsMinistry.com

  1. 5d ago

    268. Grieving the Life You Thought You’d Have - with Wendell Hutchins

    Grieving the life you thought you’d have hits differently when your wife is still beside you. Some days, she doesn’t remember she even has a husband. Pastor Wendell Hutchins spent decades preaching, building businesses, and serving people. He and his wife Ann had plans for the years ahead. Then Alzheimer’s changed those plans. I wanted to know how he talks to God about that. How he handles the grief, the guilt, and the daily responsibility of caring for someone he loves when he can’t fix what’s happening. We talk about marriage when “for better or worse” becomes your everyday life. Then Wendell tells me why he gave his house to a pastor who wouldn’t open doors for him. That story alone is worth staying for. Biblical Honor is highlighted in a big way on this one. If your life looks nothing like you thought it would, this conversation is for you. Follow I Like Birds and send this episode to someone you want to hear it. Books, speaking, comedy, merch, and more: https://ilikebirdsministry.com Work with Zach on a Speech: https://www.rippeywrites.com/contact Book Zach Rippey to Speak or Perform Comedy here: https://ilikebirdsministry.com/comedybooking 🤝 Partner with I Like Birds Ministry 🕊️ 🎁 Free 7-Day Trial on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/ILikeBirds 🕊️ Donate on Our Website https://ilikebirdsministry.com/support 📗 Me, Armani, & Jesus https://ilikebirdsministry.com/me-armani-jesus 📘 21 Days in Africa Amazon: https://a.co/d/3iFskiYSigned Copy + Free Gift: https://ilikebirdsministry.com/shop/p/21-days-in-africa-signed-paperback 🧢 Bird Merch https://ilikebirdsministry.com/shop 🩵 PayPal Donation https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=C55JZNGUB97EE ✊🏽 Venmo Donation https://account.venmo.com/u/zachrippey23 📚 I Like Books — Get 20% Off https://www.faithandflame.com/pages/my-shop/zachrippeyUse code ILIKEBIRDS20 at checkout. 🧡 The Suubi Project — Sponsor a Child https://suubiproject.org/ 🎙️ EPISODE SPONSORS Tops Roofing  Free Inspection and Estimate?  (817) 477-2744 https://www.topsroofingcompany.com/ 🛠️ DFW Appliance Discount Text Jamie Eldridge: 817-659-6587Get your I Like Birds discount:https://www.appliancestorenearmetx.com/ilikebirds 🐜 Alpha & Omega Pest Control — DFW “One Call Kills Them All!”Call Tim Davis: 817-426-4445 https://alphaomegapests.com/

    268. Grieving the Life You Thought You’d Have - with Wendell Hutchins

  2. Oct 21

    267. He Was Trafficked by His Own Family (Every Weekend)

    Angel Esparza shares the bone-chilling story of being trafficked by his own family, being injected with heroin, and being surrounded by chaos throughout his entire childhood. It wasn't until he was introduced to Jesus that love and happiness became a possibility in his life. You've never heard a story like this that starts with him on the door steps of a mobile home that pretends to be a day care yet was trading money, drugs, and alcohol in exchange for a weekend with Angel and his siblings that entailed abuse, manipulation, and trauma that would stay with him for years. Angel also opens up about the failed suicide attempts where God stepped in multiple times, from a ceiling fan breaking to a shotgun's firing pin being broken. This episode will send chills down your spine while reminding you Jesus is the GOOD NEWS and SAVIOR of the world. Angel even forgave one of his abusers, to his face! Share this podcast everywhere. Work with Zach on a Speech: https://www.rippeywrites.com/contact Book Zach Rippey to Speak or Perform Comedy here: https://ilikebirdsministry.com/comedybooking 🤝 Partner with I Like Birds Ministry 🕊️ 🎁 Free 7-Day Trial on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/ILikeBirds 🕊️ Donate on Our Website https://ilikebirdsministry.com/support 📗 Me, Armani, & Jesus https://ilikebirdsministry.com/me-armani-jesus 📘 21 Days in Africa Amazon: https://a.co/d/3iFskiYSigned Copy + Free Gift: https://ilikebirdsministry.com/shop/p/21-days-in-africa-signed-paperback 🧢 Bird Merch https://ilikebirdsministry.com/shop 🩵 PayPal Donation https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=C55JZNGUB97EE ✊🏽 Venmo Donation https://account.venmo.com/u/zachrippey23 📚 I Like Books — Get 20% Off https://www.faithandflame.com/pages/my-shop/zachrippeyUse code ILIKEBIRDS20 at checkout. 🧡 The Suubi Project — Sponsor a Child https://suubiproject.org/ 🎙️ EPISODE SPONSORS Tops Roofing  Free Inspection and Estimate?  (817) 477-2744 https://www.topsroofingcompany.com/ 🛠️ DFW Appliance Discount Text Jamie Eldridge: 817-659-6587Get your I Like Birds discount:https://www.appliancestorenearmetx.com/ilikebirds 🐜 Alpha & Omega Pest Control — DFW “One Call Kills Them All!”Call Tim Davis: 817-426-4445 https://alphaomegapests.com/

    267. He Was Trafficked by His Own Family (Every Weekend)

  3. Oct 13 ·  Bonus

    Keeping Faith When the Miracle Doesn’t Come — My Conversation with David Diga Hernandez

    David Diga Hernandez, a gifted Bible teacher, global evangelist, author, and someone whose ministry has deeply impacted me, invited me onto his Encounter podcast for this deep conversation. We talk about my journey from comedy to ministry, losing my best friend Armani, trusting God when the miracle doesn’t come, and finding joy again through Jesus. David brings wisdom and compassion to a subject close to my heart: the story behind Me, Armani, & Jesus. We close by praying for those walking through grief. Get the book "Me, Armani, & Jesus" Amazon: Paperback Signed Copy: Hardcover + Paperback

    Keeping Faith When the Miracle Doesn’t Come — My Conversation with David Diga Hernandez

  4. Oct 8

    266. He Built a Media Empire to Rescue 13,000 Kids - with Troy Brewer

    Pastor Troy Brewer returns to the Pod to unpack how he built a media machine with one purpose: fund the mission God gave him. Troy Brewer Ministries has rescued 13,000 kids from human trafficking, built rescue homes around the world, and grown to a scale where rescuing 1,000 people can add roughly $2 million to the yearly budget. That pressure forced Troy to rethink money, media, leadership, and what it actually takes to sustain a massive calling. In this episode, Troy breaks down the $4 million breakthrough that helped launch the next chapter of the ministry, why he built an international calling center, and how ODX grew from roughly 4,000 subscribers to nearly 19,000 after launching one of its major shows. Troy Brewer and Zach Rippey also unpack why content, television, books, YouTube, live events, and digital media became part of the rescue strategy. Troy opens up about the emotional cost of fighting trafficking, why he now focuses on “rescuing the rescuers,” and how he learned not to become more impressed with evil than with the goodness of God. You’ll also hear:• The dos and don’ts of getting involved in rescue work• Practical ways to get in the fight against human trafficking• How Amber Alert cases have become part of the operation• Why Troy says he was investigated by the FBI• Why storytelling matters when protecting trafficking survivors• How media and recurring support help fund rescue operations Learn more:ODX: https://odx.tvTroy Brewer Ministries: https://troybrewer.com/ Work with Zach on a Speech or Your Podcast: https://www.rippeywrites.com/contact Book Zach Rippey to Speak or Perform Comedy here: https://ilikebirdsministry.com/comedybooking 🤝 Partner with I Like Birds Ministry 🕊️ 🎁 Free 7-Day Trial on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/ILikeBirds 🕊️ Donate on Our Website https://ilikebirdsministry.com/support 📗 Me, Armani, & Jesus https://ilikebirdsministry.com/me-armani-jesus 📘 21 Days in Africa Amazon: https://a.co/d/3iFskiYSigned Copy + Free Gift: https://ilikebirdsministry.com/shop/p/21-days-in-africa-signed-paperback 🧢 Bird Merch https://ilikebirdsministry.com/shop 🩵 PayPal Donation https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=C55JZNGUB97EE ✊🏽 Venmo Donation https://account.venmo.com/u/zachrippey23 📚 I Like Books — Get 20% Off https://www.faithandflame.com/pages/my-shop/zachrippeyUse code ILIKEBIRDS20 at checkout. 🧡 The Suubi Project — Sponsor a Child https://suubiproject.org/ 🎙️ EPISODE SPONSORS Tops Roofing  Free Inspection and Estimate?  (817) 477-2744 https://www.topsroofingcompany.com/ 🛠️ DFW Appliance Discount Text Jamie Eldridge: 817-659-6587Get your I Like Birds discount:https://www.appliancestorenearmetx.com/ilikebirds 🐜 Alpha & Omega Pest Control — DFW “One Call Kills Them All!”Call Tim Davis: 817-426-4445 https://alphaomegapests.com/

    266. He Built a Media Empire to Rescue 13,000 Kids - with Troy Brewer

  5. Oct 1

    265. Pastor Put a .357 in His Mouth, Opened His Bible & Saw Jesus - with Rod Parker

    Rod Parker spent years preaching freedom while privately battling addiction, shame, and a destructive double life. At his lowest point, Rod sat with a loaded .357 in his mouth and a Bible on his lap before crying out, “Jesus, show Yourself.” Rod shares how Hebrews 11:1 came alive, what happened during his near-death and out-of-body experience, and how an encounter with Jesus changed the direction of his life. This is an honest testimony about hidden sin, deliverance, lasting freedom, and the grace of God meeting someone at rock bottom. In this episode: ​ The secret addiction Rod hid while serving in ministry​ The night he nearly ended his life ​ Opening the Bible and asking Jesus to reveal Himself ​ His near-death and out-of-body experience​ Seeing Jesus and receiving a vision of hell​ Why deliverance can happen instantly, but freedom is a lifestyle​ Punching Vanilla Ice in the Face at a Party ​ Share this pod with a friend! Subscribe for more great episodes. Get Rod Parker's book here: From Death to Deliverance Church Notes Journal: https://collabs.shop/jl7xeg.  Code: “ILIKEBIRDS” for 10% off  Work with Zach on a Speech: https://www.rippeywrites.com/contact Book Zach Rippey to Speak or Perform Comedy here: https://ilikebirdsministry.com/comedybooking 🤝 Partner with I Like Birds Ministry 🕊️ 🎁 Free 7-Day Trial on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/ILikeBirds 🕊️ Donate on Our Website https://ilikebirdsministry.com/support 📗 Me, Armani, & Jesus https://ilikebirdsministry.com/me-armani-jesus 📘 21 Days in Africa Amazon: https://a.co/d/3iFskiYSigned Copy + Free Gift: https://ilikebirdsministry.com/shop/p/21-days-in-africa-signed-paperback 🧢 Bird Merch https://ilikebirdsministry.com/shop 🩵 PayPal Donation https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=C55JZNGUB97EE ✊🏽 Venmo Donation https://account.venmo.com/u/zachrippey23 📚 I Like Books — Get 20% Off https://www.faithandflame.com/pages/my-shop/zachrippeyUse code ILIKEBIRDS20 at checkout. 🧡 The Suubi Project — Sponsor a Child https://suubiproject.org/ 🎙️ EPISODE SPONSORS Tops Roofing  Free Inspection and Estimate?  (817) 477-2744 https://www.topsroofingcompany.com/ 🛠️ DFW Appliance Discount Text Jamie Eldridge: 817-659-6587Get your I Like Birds discount:https://www.appliancestorenearmetx.com/ilikebirds 🐜 Alpha & Omega Pest Control — DFW “One Call Kills Them All!”Call Tim Davis: 817-426-4445 https://alphaomegapests.com/

    265. Pastor Put a .357 in His Mouth, Opened His Bible & Saw Jesus - with Rod Parker

  6. Sep 23

    264. She Told Jesus “I’m Done” Then Built a $50M Real Estate Career - with Kelsie Blevins

    Kelsie Blevins was raised by addicts, moved out at 16, hit rock bottom after a DWI, and eventually told Jesus, “I’m done.” What happened next transformed her faith, identity, and future. Today, Kelsie is a successful real estate agent who sold more than $50 million in real estate during her first two years. But this conversation is not simply about business success. It is about surrendering to Jesus, breaking generational cycles, keeping promises to yourself, and becoming unrecognizable from the person your past said you would be .You’ll also hear: • What it was like growing up with two addicted parents • Why returning to her dad’s basement reopened old wounds • The night she received a DWI and believed her life was over • How consistency created evidence that changed her identity • Why Kelsie refuses to separate her faith from her business • The surprising client who told her, “You made me want to open my Bible again” • How she handled an unusual request from an OnlyFans couple If this conversation encourages you, share it with someone who needs proof that their past does not get the final word. Subscribe to I Like Birds for more honest conversations about Jesus, purpose, healing, and transformation. Follow Kelsie Blevins on Instagram Work with Zach on a Speech: https://www.rippeywrites.com/contact Book Zach Rippey to Speak or Perform Comedy here: https://ilikebirdsministry.com/comedybooking 🤝 Partner with I Like Birds Ministry 🕊️ 🎁 Free 7-Day Trial on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/ILikeBirds 🕊️ Donate on Our Website https://ilikebirdsministry.com/support 📗 Me, Armani, & Jesus Signed Copy + Free Gift: https://ilikebirdsministry.com/me-armani-jesus 📘 21 Days in Africa Amazon: https://a.co/d/3iFskiYSigned Copy + Free Gift: https://ilikebirdsministry.com/shop/p/21-days-in-africa-signed-paperback 🧢 Bird Merch https://ilikebirdsministry.com/shop 🩵 PayPal Donation https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=C55JZNGUB97EE ✊🏽 Venmo Donation https://account.venmo.com/u/zachrippey23 📚 I Like Books — Get 20% Off https://www.faithandflame.com/pages/my-shop/zachrippeyUse code ILIKEBIRDS20 at checkout. 🧡 The Suubi Project — Sponsor a Child https://suubiproject.org/ 🎙️ EPISODE SPONSORS Tops Roofing  Free Inspection and Estimate?  (817) 477-2744 https://www.topsroofingcompany.com/ 🛠️ DFW Appliance Discount Text Jamie Eldridge: 817-659-6587Get your I Like Birds discount:https://www.appliancestorenearmetx.com/ilikebirds 🐜 Alpha & Omega Pest Control — DFW “One Call Kills Them All!”Call Tim Davis: 817-426-4445 https://alphaomegapests.com/

    264. She Told Jesus “I’m Done” Then Built a $50M Real Estate Career - with Kelsie Blevins

  7. Sep 15

    263. Entrepreneur Exposes Why Christians Stay Broke, Fear Wealth & Don’t Tithe - Omar El-Takrori

    Should Christians want to get rich or has bad theology made believers afraid of money? In this value-packed episode, Zach sits down with entrepreneur and communicator Omar El-Takrori for an honest conversation about wealth, biblical stewardship, tithing, entrepreneurship, and why some God-given callings require serious capital. After investing more than $135,000 in coaching and personal development with Myron Golden, Omar went from making a few hundred thousand dollars a year to building a multimillion-dollar business. Omar unpacks how investing in himself changed his beliefs, why money should remain a tool instead of becoming an idol, and how Christians can pursue prosperity while keeping their hearts surrendered to God. You’ll also hear: Why some Christians are afraid to pursue wealth How $135,000 in coaching helped Omar build a multimillion-dollar business What losing $100,000 taught him about fear, faith, and money How tithing prepared his heart to steward greater wealth Why increasing your ability increases what you can carry The hidden cost of entrepreneurship and financial freedom This isn’t about getting rich for ego. It’s about getting paid for purpose, increasing your capacity, and using what God gives you to serve more people. If this convo challenges the way you think about faith, money, and purpose, share it with someone who needs to hear it. Follow the I Like Birds Podcast so you don’t miss what’s coming next. Troy Brewer, Kelsie Blevins, and Rod Parker! Get Zach's new book "Me, Armani, & Jesus" Signed Copy here: Get on Amazon here: Work with Zach on a Speech: https://www.rippeywrites.com/contact Book Zach Rippey to Speak or Perform Comedy here: https://ilikebirdsministry.com/comedybooking Connect with Omar on YouTube: 🤝 Partner with I Like Birds Ministry 🕊️ 🎁 Free 7-Day Trial on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/ILikeBirds 🕊️ Donate on Our Website https://ilikebirdsministry.com/support 📘 21 Days in Africa Amazon: https://a.co/d/3iFskiYSigned Copy + Free Gift: https://ilikebirdsministry.com/shop/p/21-days-in-africa-signed-paperback 🧢 Bird Merch https://ilikebirdsministry.com/shop 🩵 PayPal Donation https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=C55JZNGUB97EE ✊🏽 Venmo Donation https://account.venmo.com/u/zachrippey23 📚 I Like Books — Get 20% Off https://www.faithandflame.com/pages/my-shop/zachrippeyUse code ILIKEBIRDS20 at checkout. 🧡 The Suubi Project — Sponsor a Child https://suubiproject.org/ 🎙️ EPISODE SPONSORS Tops Roofing  Free Inspection and Estimate?  (817) 477-2744 https://www.topsroofingcompany.com/ 🛠️ DFW Appliance Discount Text Jamie Eldridge: 817-659-6587Get your I Like Birds discount:https://www.appliancestorenearmetx.com/ilikebirds 🐜 Alpha & Omega Pest Control — DFW “One Call Kills Them All!”Call Tim Davis: 817-426-4445 https://alphaomegapests.com/

    263. Entrepreneur Exposes Why Christians Stay Broke, Fear Wealth & Don’t Tithe - Omar El-Takrori

  8. Sep 8

    262. Is Forrest Frank Proof a New Great Awakening Has Begun? - with Larry Sparks

    Is Forrest Frank proof that a new Great Awakening has already started? In this fascinating episode of the I Like Birds Podcast, Zach Rippey sits down with revival historian Larry Sparks to unpack what’s happening across America—from Forrest Frank’s Jesus Generation Tour and packed stadiums to college campus baptisms, young people turning to Jesus, and a renewed hunger for God. Larry makes a bold declaration he says he hasn’t publicly made before: “We are actually in a Great Awakening.” But how do we know the difference between genuine Christian revival and spiritual hype? Larry takes us through the history of America’s Great Awakenings, the charismatic movement, supernatural encounters, and why the Word of God and the Spirit of God must remain together. He also shares a fresh prophetic insight about “the oil of our time” and what it could mean for Christians who want to experience a genuine move of God in this generation. YOU’LL ALSO HEAR: • Why Larry believes what’s happening around Forrest Frank could be part of something much bigger in America• The difference between renewal, revival, and a Great Awakening• Why supernatural manifestations alone are NOT proof that God is moving• Larry’s warning for the modern charismatic church and why biblical discernment matters more than ever• Why the next great move of God may require Christians to embrace both the Word AND the Spirit ME, ARMANI, & JESUS Get a signed copy of Zach’s brand-new book, “Me, Armani, & Jesus: The Human Experience of Losing a Best Friend”: https://ilikebirdsministry.com/me-armani-jesus Amazon:https://amzn.to/462H6A9 CONNECT WITH LARRY SPARKS Larry’s books:https://www.faithandflame.com/collections/larry-sparks-1 Use code ILIKEBIRDS20 at checkout. Learn more about Larry:https://larrysparksministries.com/about PARTNER WITH I LIKE BIRDS MINISTRY 🕊️ 🎁 Patreon — Get a free 7-day trial:https://www.patreon.com/ILikeBirds 🕊️ Support I Like Birds Ministry:https://ilikebirdsministry.com/support 📘 21 Days in Africa:Amazon: https://a.co/d/3iFskiYSigned Copy + Free Gift: https://ilikebirdsministry.com/shop/p/21-days-in-africa-signed-paperback 🧢 Bird Merch:https://ilikebirdsministry.com/shop 🩵 PayPal:https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=C55JZNGUB97EE ✊🏽 Venmo:@ZachRippey23 📚 I LIKE BOOKS Get 20% off some of your favorite books:https://www.faithandflame.com/pages/my-shop/zachrippey Use code ILIKEBIRDS20 at checkout. 🧡 Support The Suubi Project + Sponsor a Child:https://suubiproject.org/ 🔴 Become a BIRD and get access to channel perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOQj_M7tm_siflOiHUgHNpg/join WORK WITH ZACH ✍️ Work with Zach on your speech:https://www.rippeywrites.com/contact 🎙️ How Zach reached 30 million people with his podcast—and how you can too:https://youtu.be/ADMIvLFDyAc?si=NN4kw-NOfzU7c3qc 🎤 Book Zach Rippey to speak or perform comedy:https://ilikebirdsministry.com/comedybooking EPISODE SPONSORS 🔧 Need a new appliance in DFW?Text Jamie Eldridge and let him know what you need:817-659-6587 Get your I Like Birds discount:https://www.appliancestorenearmetx.com/ilikebirds 🐜 Alpha and Omega Pest Control | DFWNeed your bugs GONE? One Call Kills Them All!Call Tim Davis: 817-426-4445 🏠 Tops RoofingFree inspection and estimate:817-477-2744https://www.topsroofingcompany.com/ #ForrestFrank #ChristianRevival #GreatAwakening

    262. Is Forrest Frank Proof a New Great Awakening Has Begun? - with Larry Sparks
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I Like Birds is a show dedicated to sharing the Good News about Jesus. Zach brings you into his faith journey and has vulnerable discussions about his walk with Christ. We grow in our faith together. "You learn as I learn." I hope this show can be a seed for you to know God better than you did yesterday. As Paul tells us, "Faith Comes from Hearing." You will hear the love, joy, and everlasting pursuit of Jesus in every episode. We do it for the ONE! I hope you find this show at the perfect time. Let’s Grow! Get plugged into our ministry by going to ILikeBirdsMinistry.com

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  • Creator
    Zach Rippey
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    317
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Zach Rippey
  • Show Website
    I Like Birds Podcast

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