Assured and Brazen | A Christian Faith Podcast

Kervens Gertilus
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Assured and Brazen is the podcast for Christians and non-christians. Who are having difficulty with their faith walk. Every episode digs into the real tensions of following God in the real world — work, money, ambition, identity, and everything in between. No fluff. No easy answers but everything is applicable. Your host Kervens (Kevins) breaks down topics that are real, raw and relatable. Just honest conversations backed by Scripture, for believers and non-believers who want to go deeper. New episodes drop every Saturday. Inquires Email: assuredandbrazen@gmail.com IG: @assuredandbrazen YouTube: @assuredandbrazen TikTok: @assuredandbrazen

  1. 2d ago

    God Will Make A Way In Your Impossible Season | S2 EP 2

    Explore how faith and patience intersect through biblical stories of Abraham, Israel, and David, illustrating that with God, nothing is impossible. This episode challenges listeners to trust God's timing and use their existing tools to face life's giants. Chapters 00:11 Introduction: Why faith requires patience and trust 02:03 The story of Abraham and God's promise at 99 04:03 Abraham's test of faith with Isaac 07:59 The Israelites at the Red Sea: Trusting God's power 12:01 God is bigger than your problems 15:59 David and Goliath: Using what you already have 20:08 Biblical promises often come before miracles 22:00 Your next step: Trusting God in impossible situations 27:55 Stop waiting for the perfect tools, use what you have 29:07 Closing prayer and encouragement to trust God Music licensed through Soundstripe. Code: UDQE5KDKOOSWSWI3

  2. Oct 10

    Finding Joy and Purpose in Faith ft. Betsy Marvin | S2 EP 1

    When joy feels elusive in the chaos of life, how can we reclaim it through faith? In this heartwarming conversation, I  sit down with Betsy Marvin, a passionate youth minister with over 20 years of experience. Betsy shares her journey of faith, the pivotal moments that shaped her understanding of joy, and the transformative power of community in navigating life's challenges.      Betsy opens up about the profound influence her parents had on her faith, emphasizing how they integrated God into daily life through scripture and prayer. She reflects on her early experiences in ministry, revealing the importance of vulnerability and relationship-building within the church. As they delve deeper, Betty and I discuss the necessity of empowering the next generation, highlighting the difference between mere delegation and true empowerment in youth ministry.      You'll discover:   - The importance of creating a faith environment that fosters genuine connection and growth.   - Real-life insights into how parents can effectively guide their children in faith during busy lives.   - Practical strategies for youth leaders to inspire and empower students, ensuring they feel heard and valued in their communities.      In a time when many feel disconnected from their faith, this episode serves as a beacon of hope and encouragement. If you’re a parent, youth leader, or anyone seeking to deepen your spiritual journey, this conversation is essential listening. Betsy’s insights remind us that joy is rooted in Christ and can flourish even amid life's messiness.      Join us for this enriching episode, and be inspired to cultivate a life of faith, joy, and community connection! Chapters *00:11 Introduction to Betsy Marvin and her ministry journey *04:00 Family influence and early faith experiences *08:03 Returning to church through family and community *12:04 Empowering the next generation in church leadership *14:01 Calling to youth ministry and spiritual mentoring *15:56 Understanding teenagers' world and fostering trust *18:04 Transformation through faith and life challenges *19:52 Practicing worship and the importance of Sabbath *21:56 The journey to rest and avoiding burnout *24:07 Implementing Sabbath retreat guides and spiritual renewal *25:56 Morning routines with God and spiritual clarity *27:54 Balancing ministry, family, and personal time *29:56 Marriage, partnership, and ministry longevity *31:57 Raising children in faith and lessons learned *34:13 Dealing with church hurt and building safe spaces *35:55 Mentoring and community support in ministry *38:02 Hard lessons in ministry and personal growth *39:59 Overcoming imposter syndrome and trusting God's calling *41:59 Advice to her younger self and future leaders *44:03 How to connect with Betsy Marvin and resources available Betsy's Website  Facebook Instagram  Music licensed through Soundstripe. Code: Q1NVPQGTRWRPZGJH

  3. Aug 2

    God Has More for You: Stop Walking in Circles | EP 22

    Ever feel like you're walking in circles? Like you keep making the same mistakes, facing the same fears, repeating the same patterns—no matter how hard you try to break free? In this episode, we explore how the devil doesn't create new attacks—he recycles your past. Using the unexpected teacher of ants and pheromone trails, we discover why you keep circling the same ground and, more importantly, how to step off the path. We tackle three specific cycles that trap ambitious men: shame spirals, "what if" paralysis, and generational patterns. But this isn't a doom-and-gloom teaching. It's about recognizing the loop, rejecting the lie, and rebuilding your life on God's truth. If you've felt stuck repeating your past, this episode is for you. Your history doesn't have to be your destiny. Scripture covered: 2 Corinthians 10:5, Romans 8:28, 2 Corinthians 5:17, Isaiah 43:18-19, 1 John 4:4 Chapters 00:29 Introduction: Recognizing the Circles We Walk 01:04 Ants and Pheromones: A Metaphor for Spiritual Loops 02:22 How the Enemy Uses Your Past to Keep You Circling 03:20 The Power of the Mind and Trauma in Repeating Cycles 05:16 The Three Cycles That Destroy Men and Women 06:20 The Cycle of Shame and Its Impact on Identity 07:00 Generational Patterns and Breaking Family Curses 08:48 Breaking the Cycle: Practical Steps and Spiritual Warfare 10:02 Recognizing and Naming Your Patterns 12:28 Replacing the Narrative with God's Character 15:45 Rewiring Your Brain and Trusting God's Process 17:27 The Power of Speaking Scripture and Authority 19:36 Christ's Redemption: The End of the Old Loop 22:12 Walking Confidently in Your New Path 23:12 Closing Prayer and Encouragement to Break Free

  4. Jul 19

    The Pivot — How to Lead Through Change, Uncertainty and the Unknown | EP 21

    When the storm hits — are the people depending on you watching you panic or watching you stand firm? In this episode of Assured and Brazen we tackle one of the most important and least discussed dimensions of leadership — leading through the unknown. Not when you have the plan. When the plan has changed and the season looks nothing like what you expected. We dig into Abraham's departure in Hebrews 11 — the man who went even though he did not know where he was going. We unpack the Joshua standard — be strong and courageous — and what God's three-time command reveals about what leaders actually need in a season of change. We look at Joshua 3 and the priests stepping into a flooded river before it parted. And we walk through a Transition Audit to identify the leaks in your leadership right now. Because your family does not need you to stop the wind. They need you to be the pillar that does not shake when it blows. New season. Same King. Chapters 00:00 The Journey of Faith02:36 Leadership Through Change05:11 Perfect Peace and Steadfast Trust22:30 The Man the Moment Demands

  5. Jul 13

    Why Fear of God Builds Confidence (Not Anxiety) | EP 20

    Explore the concept of the fear of God and its significance in his life, drawing parallels to his upbringing in a strict Caribbean household. He emphasizes the importance of having a healthy fear of the Lord and the impact it has on living a wise and obedient life. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Personal Background01:27 Upbringing in a Strict Caribbean Household03:16 Healthy Fear of Parents and the Lord04:25 The Impact of Fear on Decision-Making07:28 Obedience and Humility16:27 The Sanctification Process and Walking with the Lord

  6. Jul 5

    Failing Forward — What God Does With Your Biggest Failures (Resilience Through Redemption) | EP19

    Your failure is not the end of your story. It is the most expensive lesson God ever paid to teach you. In this episode of Assured and Brazen, we open with one of the most powerful ideas from Japanese culture — Kintsugi, the art of repairing broken pottery with gold. And we use it as the lens for one of the most avoided conversations in the Christian life — what God actually does with your failures. We dig into Jeremiah 18 and the potter's hands — the marring happened while God was still working, and it didn't make Him drop the clay. We unpack the difference between regret and remorse — the distinction that keeps most people stuck long after the failure itself. We walk through a Rubble Audit to extract the gold from the grit. And we close with Peter on the beach — the most tender picture of restoration in the entire New Testament. Because in the Kingdom — your scars are your credentials. The cracks are where the gold goes. And the only permanent failure is the one you refuse to learn from. Get up. The Potter isn't done. Chapters 00:00 Embracing Failure07:15 Failure and God's Plan15:30 Failure and God's Redo22:59 God's Do-Over29:04 Reshaping Your Story Through Failure

  7. Jun 27

    Letting Go: What the Bible Actually Says About Forgiveness | EP18

    Forgiveness sounds simple in a sermon. In real life — when what happened was genuinely wrong, when they never apologized, when the anger is still there in the morning — it is one of the hardest things God will ever ask you to do. In this episode of Assured and Brazen, we have the honest conversation about forgiveness that most people need and never get. We talk about what forgiveness actually is and what it isn't, why it's a choice and not a feeling, how to forgive people who never said sorry, how to forgive yourself — the one most Christians skip — and the crucial difference between forgiveness and reconciliation. All of it grounded in Scripture — Psalm 103, Ephesians 4, Hebrews 12, and Luke 23. If you are carrying something you haven't been able to put down — this episode is for you. Chapters 00:00 Intro Music 00:23 Introduction and Personal Reflections 05:23 Understanding Forgiveness Through Scripture 08:05 The Dangers of Holding Grudges 11:34 The Impact of Grudges on Relationships 15:00 Jesus' Example of Forgiveness 19:20 Questions for Reflection on Forgiveness 24:33 The Consequences of Unforgiveness 27:38 Orange Cap

  8. Jun 7

    The Hardest Part of Loving Someone (Setting Boundaries) |EP17

    If you've absorbed that version of faith — this episode is going to challenge everything. In this extended episode of Assured and Brazen, we go deep on one of the most misunderstood topics in the Christian life: boundaries. Not the therapy buzzword. The biblical reality — of guarding your heart, letting your yes mean yes and your no mean no, and learning to love people sustainably rather than from a place of chronic depletion. We cover six dimensions: what healthy boundaries actually are and what they're not, how to set them without guilt, how to read your relationships honestly, how to hold your principles when people push back, how to navigate the hardest boundaries of all — with family — and what it looks like to protect your time and values at work. All of it grounded in Jesus — who withdrew, who said no, who chose what was better, and who loved the whole world without losing Himself in the process. This one is for anyone who has given until they had nothing left and wondered why it wasn't enough. Chapters 00:00 Intro Music 00:22 Introduction to Boundaries and Growth 01:24 The Importance of Setting Boundaries 03:04 Navigating Personal Boundaries 05:15 Biblical Perspectives on Boundaries 08:06 Self-Care and Personal Time 11:44 The Power of Saying No 16:37 Recognizing Cost of Yes 20:26 Family Dynamics and Boundaries 24:21 Managing Your Time and Schedule 26:28 Conclusion and Call to Action 28:56 Outro Music

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Assured and Brazen is the podcast for Christians and non-christians. Who are having difficulty with their faith walk. Every episode digs into the real tensions of following God in the real world — work, money, ambition, identity, and everything in between. No fluff. No easy answers but everything is applicable. Your host Kervens (Kevins) breaks down topics that are real, raw and relatable. Just honest conversations backed by Scripture, for believers and non-believers who want to go deeper. New episodes drop every Saturday. Inquires Email: assuredandbrazen@gmail.com IG: @assuredandbrazen YouTube: @assuredandbrazen TikTok: @assuredandbrazen

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  • Creator
    Kervens Gertilus
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    24
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Kervens Gertilus