Experience The Power Podcast

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Experience The Power Podcast is the weekly podcast of Powerhouse Church in American Falls, Idaho, hosted by Pastor Ty Hayes. Every  first Thursday of the month, we release a fresh, conversational episode including special guests and interesting topics. Whether you’re part of our church family or tuning in from somewhere else, this podcast is here to help you grow in faith, live with purpose, and Experience the Power of God!

  1. 3d ago

    Ep. 24 | Unconditional Grace, Escaping Cycles, and Leading Like a Rancher (Featuring Jordan Hodges)

    Send us Fan Mail Show Notes: What happens when a self-described "South Pole Christian" a former drug dealer gets radically saved and ends up leading the very church he was baptized in? In this episode of the Power Hour Experience, Pastor Ty sits down with his close friend and mentor, Pastor Jordan Hodges of Christian Faith Center in Nampa, Idaho. Jordan shares his unique journey of growing up in a broken home without a father, finding his identity and calling within the local church, and eventually stepping into the lead pastor role. Together, they dive into powerful truths about leadership, personal transformation, and spiritual growth. Key Takeaways from This Episode: The Power of an Abundance Mentality: Why living with open hands and an "abundance mindset" allows God to continually entrust you with more to give away.Seasons vs. Cycles: How strongholds and entrenched ways of thinking keep people spiritually stuck, and why staying in a rut for years isn't a "season"—it's a cycle driven by mindsets that need renewing.Where You Sit Determines What You See: The hidden weight of senior leadership and how shifting into top-level leadership changes your perspective.Farmer vs. Rancher Leadership: Why pastors and Christian leaders must stop trying to do all the ministry themselves and instead focus on equipping and empowering others to lead.Whether you're walking through a difficult season, carrying the weight of leadership, or looking to break free from negative cycles in your life, this conversation is packed with wisdom, humility, and encouragement.

  2. Sep 3

    Ep. 23 |Authentic Discipleship, Grit, and Ministry Outside the Box (Featuring Cody Cochran)

    Send us Fan Mail Authentic Discipleship, Grit, and Ministry Outside the Box with Cody Cochran In this episode of Power Hour: Experience the Power Podcast, host Pastor Ty sits down with good friend and West Texas pastor Cody Cochran for an engaging, down-to-earth discussion on what it truly takes to minister in a rural context. Raised as a cowboy in Anson, Texas, Cody shares his unique 26-year journey pastoring Bethel Assembly. Moving away from traditional models and formal credentials, Cody opens up about the power of hands-on experience, organic discipleship, and the vital role of spiritual fatherhood and mentorship. Key Highlights Grassroots Discipleship: Moving beyond Sunday-only faith to build intentional, everyday relationships that equip families and impact homes.Breaking the Mold: Keeping church life simple, stripping away unnecessary complexity, and focusing on what God called your local church to do.Lessons from the Saddle: What cowboy culture teaches us about hard work, adaptability, and cultivating real grit in life and ministry.Leading in Small Towns: Encouragement and practical wisdom for pastors serving in small-town or rural communities."Whatever you do, do it heartily, as to the Lord." — Colossians 3:23

  3. Aug 6

    Ep. 22 | Growing The Kingdom (Featuring Garrett Hamblen)

    Send us Fan Mail What does it really take to plant a new church? In this episode of the Power Hour Podcast, Pastor Ty sits down with church planter Garrett Hamblen to discuss the calling, challenges, victories, and vision behind launching new campuses and reaching new communities with the gospel.  Whether you're passionate about missions, church planting, or simply seeing God's Kingdom grow, this conversation will encourage and inspire you to think bigger about the Great Commission.

  4. Jun 18

    Ep. 21 | When the Apology Never Comes

    Send us Fan Mail What do you do when the apology never comes? In this episode of Power Hour, Pastor Ty and Pastor Kyle explores the biblical call to forgive even when the hurt is real, the wounds run deep, and the other person never makes things right. Discover why forgiveness is not excusing sin or pretending nothing happened, but releasing your right to revenge and trusting God with justice. Through Scripture and practical application, you'll learn how unforgiveness keeps us trapped in bitterness while forgiveness opens the door to healing, freedom, and peace. If you've been carrying hurt, resentment, or disappointment, this episode will help you take the next step toward freedom.

  5. Jun 4

    Ep. 20 | Why This Next Generation Gives Me Hope

    Send us Fan Mail Is the next generation really walking away from faith, or is God doing something bigger than we realize? In this episode of Power Hour, Pastor Kyle sits down with Southern Idaho Ministry Network Youth Director Alex CdeBaca to discuss what he's seeing God do across youth ministries in Idaho and beyond. Together, they unpack common misconceptions about today's students, why this generation may be more spiritually hungry than many people think, and what churches can do right now to better reach and disciple young people. If you're a parent, pastor, youth leader, or simply someone who cares about the future of the Church, this conversation will encourage you, challenge you, and leave you with hope for what God is doing in the next generation.

  6. May 28

    Ep. 19 | Discovering Your Purpose in a Distracted World

    Send us Fan Mail In a world full of noise, pressure, and endless distractions, how do you actually discover the purpose God has called you to?  In this episode, we unpack what it means to stay focused on your God-given assignment without getting pulled in every direction. We discuss why not every good opportunity is your opportunity, how to recognize the specific calling God has placed on your life, and why faithfulness often means doing what you can and trusting God with what you can’t. If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, distracted, or unsure of your next step, this conversation will help you refocus on what truly matters.

  7. May 21

    Ep. 18 | The Kind Of Ministry That Changes Lives

    Send us Fan Mail What does it take to build a ministry that actually changes lives?  In this Power Hour episode, Pastor Ty sit down with special guest Jeremy Hocker to unpack the power of reaching messy people, embracing imperfect environments, and creating a culture of real discipleship. Together, they discuss why effective ministry isn’t about being polished or trendy—it’s about preaching truth, building authentic relationships, and developing the kind of spiritual authority that transforms lives from the inside out.

  8. May 14

    Ep. 17 | The Leader You Didn't See Coming

    Send us Fan Mail What if the leader God wants to use most is the one nobody expected?  In this episode of the Power Hour Podcast, Pastor Ty sits down with Pastor Bambi to talk about the power of second-chair leadership, faithful ministry, and how God develops leaders behind the scenes before bringing them into greater influence. Together, they unpack what it means to lead with humility, serve without needing the spotlight, and stay faithful in the hidden seasons of life and ministry. Whether you’re serving in church leadership, ministry, business, or simply trying to discover your calling, this conversation will encourage you to stop disqualifying yourself and step into the purpose God has for you. If you’ve ever felt overlooked, unqualified, unseen, or unsure of your role, this episode is a powerful reminder that God often uses unlikely people in extraordinary ways.

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Experience The Power Podcast is the weekly podcast of Powerhouse Church in American Falls, Idaho, hosted by Pastor Ty Hayes. Every  first Thursday of the month, we release a fresh, conversational episode including special guests and interesting topics. Whether you’re part of our church family or tuning in from somewhere else, this podcast is here to help you grow in faith, live with purpose, and Experience the Power of God!

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  • Creator
    Powerhouse Church
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    24
  • Rating
    Clean
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