Reps for Jesus

Jess and Kiana Bates
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Just as we need to do reps to strengthen our physical health, we need to be doing reps to strengthen our spiritual health as well.  We want to bring you along our journey to Christ as we discuss questions we have, discuss insights we’ve discovered, and bring friends on to hear their experiences and testimonies. 

  1. FEB 4

    Including God in All Aspects with Alena Flegel

    Welcome back to the Reps for Jesus Podcast! In this episode, Kiana is joined by Alena Flegel, the first friend that she made after moving to South Bend. Alena shares her experience in turning to God in her lowest moment and how she has applied the Atonement of Jesus Christ in her daily life. They discuss why they desire a close relationship with God, how they have been improving their prayers, and the peace that comes with trusting God's will. They both exchange experiences about how they have felt the constant love of God, regardless of what they had to offer. Alena shares her humble, heartfelt testimony of the power of prayer and the love of God.

    1 hr

  2. JAN 28

    Kaleb's Experience as a Gay Member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints

    In his first ever role as interviewer for the "Reps for Jesus" podcast, Tyler gets an opportunity to interview Kaleb Reil. Not only is Kaleb a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, he also identifies as gay. With many questions on the table, Tyler and Kaleb walk through what the past has been like, what he currently is pondering, and what the future might hold for him while Kaleb tries to answer these difficult questions for himself.

    53 min

  3. JAN 22

    Humbly Seeking God's Will with Kaleb Reil

    Welcome back to the Reps for Jesus Podcast! In this episode, Kiana is joined by Kaleb Reil, a dear friend from Notre Dame. They discuss Kaleb's journey in seeking God's will for his future and the questions he has wrestled with as a gay member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He shares the miraculous path God provided for him to attend Notre Dame, how he has come to understand his divine identity as a son of God, and the absolute importance of our mortal experience on Earth. Kaleb is incredibly intelligent, articulate, and generously shares his powerful testimony of the love of God and Jesus Christ.

    1h 26m

  4. JAN 7

    The Power of Boldness with Kelsie Midence

    Welcome back to Reps for Jesus Podcast! In this episode, Kiana is joined by her dear friend, Kelsie Midence! They discuss what it means to be a disciple of Christ, being bold for Christ, how Kelsie came to know of the reality of God, and how she includes God in her work as a photographer.

    50 min

  5. 10/10/2025

    A Life of Service with Gabriel

    Welcome back to Reps for Jesus Podcast! In this episode, Kiana is joined by her dear friend, Gabriel Baldonado! Gabriel shares how he has been able to develop a close relationship with God.

    49 min

  6. 09/03/2025

    Building Unshakable Faith with Yuu Bates

    Welcome back to Reps for Jesus Podcast! In this episode, Kiana is joined by her mom, Yuu Bates! YuuB shares how she's been able to build rock solid faith, and how life is a process of continuing to turn back to God.

    41 min

  7. 08/20/2025

    Defining Moments with Corb Heath

    Welcome back to Reps for Jesus Podcast! In this episode, Kiana is joined by dear friend, Corb Heath. Corb shares his extraordinary experience finding the gospel in his youth, how the Lord has been guiding him throughout his life, and how ultimately you get to choose what you do with the life God has given you.

    1h 1m

  8. 08/07/2025

    Unanswered Prayers and Overcoming Bitterness with McKell Parsons

    Welcome back to Reps for Jesus Podcast! In this episode, Kiana is joined by dear friend, McKell Parsons. McKell shares her experience releasing bitterness toward God and how she's learned to trust Him even when it feels like prayers are going unanswered.

    48 min
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Just as we need to do reps to strengthen our physical health, we need to be doing reps to strengthen our spiritual health as well.  We want to bring you along our journey to Christ as we discuss questions we have, discuss insights we’ve discovered, and bring friends on to hear their experiences and testimonies. 

Information

  • Creator
    Jess and Kiana Bates
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    27
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Reps for Jesus
  • Show Website
    Reps for Jesus