Endure to the End

Josh and Caitlin Zuniga

Real conversations about faith, marriage, forgiveness, and resilience. We believe enduring is not just about surviving hard seasons. It is about who God is shaping you to become through them. Hosted by Josh and Caitlin Zuniga Follow us on Instagram @enduretotheendpod for updates!

  1. 9 MARS

    People Pleasing isn't Christlike – S3E9

    Podcast Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/enduretotheendpod/⁠ Zunex Pest Control: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/zunexpestco/ In this episode of Endure to the End, we talk about something deeply personal and incredibly common: people pleasing. For a long time, people pleasing felt sincere. It felt kind. It felt loving. But over time, we’ve learned that constantly over-explaining, overextending, and trying to control how others perceive us is not Christlike and it’s not peaceful. We talk about how easy it is to give away your power by managing other people’s emotions, controlling narratives, and fearing being misunderstood. But when we look at the Savior’s life, we don’t see someone who chased approval. We see someone calm, restrained, honest, and rooted in His relationship with the Father. Ultimately, this episode is about anchoring your identity in Christ rather than in how well you are perceived. When we know God understands our heart, we don’t have to beg to be understood by everyone else. People may misunderstand you. You may lose relationships. But if you are honest with yourself and striving to be Christlike, that is enough. 00:00 – Opening music00:03 – Welcome to Endure to the End00:40 – Introducing the topic of people pleasing01:12 – How people pleasing gives away your power02:24 – Sincerity and anxiety behind people pleasing03:18 – Christ didn’t over-explain Himself04:08 – Self-abandonment and emotional exhaustion05:02 – Letting people misunderstand you06:07 – Over-explaining is not Christlike07:20 – The “Let Them” mindset08:16 – Trying to control the narrative09:08 – When people hold onto their version of you10:26 – Christ was misunderstood and crucified11:22 – Being misunderstood by close relationships13:40 – Scripture: Moroni 8:1614:47 – God’s love is not conditional16:26 – Two good people can still talk past each other18:48 – Being understood by God more than man19:35 – Perfect love casts out fear20:52 – Love does not equal access21:14 – Jesus loved everyone but gave access to few22:08 – Correction reveals character23:31 – Sponsor: Zunex Pest Control24:04 – Correction and humility25:22 – Don’t force relationships26:20 – Habits vs personality28:24 – Scripture: Matthew 7:629:00 – Protecting your pearls30:18 – Shallow bonding vs safe connection31:38 – Seasons of independence32:24 – Not everyone belongs in your inner circle33:56 – Oversharing can strain your marriage34:52 – “Team No New Friends” season36:43 – Big rocks: spouse, kids, God38:18 – Losing people doesn’t mean losing yourself40:36 – Christ as the perfect interpersonal example42:31 – You are loved44:33 – Think Celestial moment

    46 min
  2. 23 FEB.

    Faith Over Fear – S3E7

    This episode centers on a powerful, foundational question: what truly anchors our faith when the world feels uncertain and unsettled? Josh and Caitlin reflect on recent conversations with close friends and family members who asked where their testimony and hope come from. The hosts share openly that the core of real endurance is not built on perfect circumstances, successful businesses, or even constant answers from God. Instead, it grows from knowing one eternal truth: we are sons and daughters of Heavenly Parents. This episode is sincere, hopeful, and practical. It reminds listeners that while life may feel heavier each year, the love of God never changes. He is patient with us, involved in our lives, and invites us to keep pressing forward—faithfully and imperfectly. Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/enduretotheendpod/ Zunex Pest Control: https://www.instagram.com/zunexpestco/ 00:03 – Podcast welcome and introduction00:34 – Where Josh’s faith stems from01:06 – The hinge point of testimony01:20 – How faith gets us through hard times02:13 – Recognizing a relationship with God03:23 – Alignment with Jesus Christ brings clarity04:09 – Grace versus perfectionism04:53 – God’s nature never changes05:28 – Identity as children of God06:12 – Strained earthly relationships07:41 – Sharing personal stories08:10 – High school infatuation example10:16 – Idealizing people beyond reality11:05 – Josh’s mission turning point12:26 – Learning to trust God personally13:14 – Ether 12:27 and weakness15:28 – Scripture: Rich young ruler17:04 – Giving God our whole heart18:30 – Faith forged in painful moments19:24 – Over-idealization and identity21:24 – Gratitude for God leading us22:15 – Healing through boundaries27:01 – Meekness explained30:12 – Responsibility to be good to others33:20 – Teaching children correctly34:39 – True definition of meekness36:29 – Scripture: Romans 8:16-1738:36 – God’s love for all people41:03 – Think Celestial segment44:41 – Final testimony45:53 – Closing encouragement

    42 min
  3. 16 FEB.

    Is God Really Silent? – S3E6

    Today we talk about a question many people wrestle with: Is God ever really silent? Josh and Caitlin explore how their understanding of God’s communication has developed over time. We share how becoming parents changed the way we view Heavenly Father’s love and patience. What once sounded like simple textbook phrases became deeply meaningful after going through real-life trials and disappointments. We discuss how it’s easy to expect constant answers delivered quickly and easily, like an online order. But God doesn’t usually work that way. Instead, He often guides us through small moments, quiet impressions, scriptures, prayer, and the everyday experiences of life. Caitlin shares personal stories about grief, recovery from a C-section, and seeing meaningful signs like butterflies and the number 711 as reminders of God’s individualized care. Josh talks about how hard seasons in business and life helped him cling more tightly to his testimony and to God’s grace. The big message from this episode: Even when you can’t hear God clearly, that doesn’t mean He has left you. Sometimes the quiet is part of the plan. Enduring means continuing forward in faith, giving effort, and trusting that none of our struggles are wasted. Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/enduretotheendpod/ Zunex Pest Control: https://www.instagram.com/zunexpestco/ 00:00 – Opening music and introduction00:26 – Starting a new running training block01:32 – Why this episode focuses on God02:00 – Experiential understanding through parenting02:47 – How our opinions on God developed03:19 – Culture, pressure, and perfectionism05:09 – Expectations versus God’s timetable07:00 – Seeking God in the silence08:41 – Silence is not abandonment11:24 – Understanding identity and intrinsic worth13:22 – Trusting God’s grace in hard moments15:32 – Personal inputs are all we control18:47 – Doctrine preserving God’s mercy20:50 – The atonement redeeming suffering23:26 – Weakness and humility27:01 – Life always has purpose29:18 – Butterflies, signs, and tender mercies33:09 – Introducing the Think Celestial segment34:01 – Caitlin’s Think Celestial story38:17 – Learning to endure without comparisons40:07 – Josh’s testimony on hard seasons43:18 – Family sickness as holy work44:15 – Final encouragement

    45 min
  4. 9 FEB.

    Your Calling & Your Anointing – S3E5

    In this episode, we talk about calling, anointing, and the personal mission God places on each of our lives. Living the gospel is not about perfection or performance. It is about learning who you are, why you were sent here, and how to walk forward with faith and clarity in the season you are living right now.We also open up about negative thoughts, self-doubt, and the quiet ways fear can creep in and distort truth. Those voices are not from God. We talk about how opposition works, how to recognize when something is pulling you away from peace, and how learning to hear God’s voice more clearly can help you feel grounded, protected, and steady as you move forward. Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/enduretotheendpod/ Zunex Pest Control: https://www.instagram.com/zunexpestco/ 00:00 – Opening music and episode introduction 00:25 – Asking listeners for Instagram submissions 00:47 – Receiving interesting questions 01:16 – Main topic: living the gospel differently 02:02 – Doctrine versus culture 03:17 – Avoiding toxic perfectionism 05:09 – What do we get in return from the gospel? 08:22 – Not judging or comparing families 11:25 – Balancing effort and grace 13:00 – Teaching children line upon line 15:13 – Developing personal testimony 17:03 – Why silence is not abandonment 18:41 – God is not a respecter of persons 21:13 – The purpose behind endurance 22:28 – Becoming more compassionate 23:24 – Suicidal ideation warning 27:01 – Flipping the script on perfectionism 30:03 – Pressure from others versus motive 33:09 – Think Celestial segment introduction 36:14 – Caitlin’s Think Celestial moment 38:43 – Josh’s personal testimony 44:15 – Final encouragement

    48 min

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Real conversations about faith, marriage, forgiveness, and resilience. We believe enduring is not just about surviving hard seasons. It is about who God is shaping you to become through them. Hosted by Josh and Caitlin Zuniga Follow us on Instagram @enduretotheendpod for updates!