Kingdom Chaos

Troy & Amy Poimboeuf
  • 5.0 (14)
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Kingdom Chaos is a Christian podcast hosted by Troy and Amy, a husband and wife married for nearly 30 years, sharing honest conversations about faith, marriage, family, personal growth, and following Jesus in the middle of life's chaos. Through real stories, biblical truth, and powerful testimonies, we explore what it looks like to trust God through struggles such as anxiety, depression, broken relationships, addiction, forgiveness, parenting challenges, financial stress, health battles, and spiritual growth. Whether you're a lifelong believer, new to faith, or simply searching for hope, Kingdom Chaos offers practical encouragement and authentic conversations that point people to Jesus—not perfection. Because faith isn't lived in the absence of chaos. It's lived in the middle of it. Real People. Real Struggles. Real Grace. "They triumphed over him by the blood of the Lamb and by the word of their testimony..." Revelation 12:11

  1. 13h ago

    Remembering Without Living In The Past

    Send us Fan Mail We all have a past. Some memories make us smile, while others still bring shame, regret, or pain. But what if healing isn't found in pretending those moments never happened—or in letting them define who you are today? In this heartfelt episode of Kingdom Chaos, Amy shares why God doesn't ask us to erase our story, but He also never intended for us to build our home there. Through honest reflections on her own journey—including marriage struggles, depression, and the emotional affair that nearly destroyed their family—she explains how God's forgiveness transforms our past from a prison into a testimony.  Together, we'll explore what Scripture teaches about remembering God's faithfulness through the memorial stones in Joshua, David's confidence before Goliath, and the new life promised in Romans 6:4. You'll discover how remembering the past can strengthen your faith instead of stealing your joy, and why your identity is no longer found in your worst mistakes—but in Jesus Christ.  If you've ever struggled to forgive yourself, felt trapped by guilt, or wondered how to move forward after failure, this conversation will remind you that God's grace is greater than your past. Your testimony isn't meant to keep you looking backward—it's meant to point others to the God who redeemed your story. Because you can remember your past... without living there. What’s in this episode * Why remembering your past is different from living in it * How Jesus offers freedom from guilt and shame today * The difference between a testimony and a prison * Learning to stop condemning yourself after God has forgiven you * Memorial stones: remembering God's faithfulness without staying stuck * How David's past victories gave him courage to face Goliath * The danger of allowing your past to define your identity * Why your story can become someone else's source of hope * Practical ways to remember God's faithfulness while continuing to move forward * Finding your identity in Christ instead of your failures Key Scriptures “We were therefore buried with him through baptism into death in order that, just as Christ was raised from the dead through the glory of the Father, we too may live a new life.” Romans 6:4 "They triumphed over him by the blood of the Lamb and by the word of their testimony; they did not love their lives so much as to shrink from death." Revelation 12:11 “to serve as a sign among you. In the future, when your children ask you, ‘What do these stones mean?’ tell them that the flow of the Jordan was cut off before the ark of the covenant of the Lord. When it crossed the Jordan, the waters of the Jordan were cut off. These stones are to be a memorial to the people of Israel forever.” Joshua 4:6-7 “The Lord who rescued me from the paw of the lion and the paw of the bear will rescue me from the hand of this Philistine.” 1 Samuel 17:37 “Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here!” 2 Corinthians 5:17 Reflection questions Is there a part of your past that still controls how you see yourself today?Have you accepted God's forgiveness but struggled to forgive yourself?Are your memories leading you toward gratitude or trapping you in shame?What "memorial stones" remind you of God's faithfulness in your life?How has God redeemed a painful chapter of your story?Is your testimony pointing people toward God's grace or keeping you focused on your failures?What would it look like to fully embrace your identity in Christ this week?Who needs to hear your story of God's redemption?Key TakeawayGod doesn't ask you to erase your past—He invites you to redeem it. Remember where you've been so you can celebrate God's faithfulness, but don't build your life there. Your identity is not your worst mistake; your identity is found in Jesus Christ. Quote from the episode"We revisit those chapters just long enough to point people toward His faithfulness... We do not unpack our bags and live there." Music by AlexGrohl from Pixabay

    15 min

  2. Jun 22

    What If Suffering Is Where Strength Begins

    Send us Fan Mail Can faith survive when healing doesn't come, answers don't arrive, and suffering refuses to leave? In this powerful and deeply honest conversation, Troy sits down with Sean Kennard—a former SWAT officer, professional MMA fighter, father, husband, Christ follower and leader with Mighty Oaks—as he shares his ongoing battle with a debilitating illness that has dramatically changed every aspect of his life. What makes this conversation unique is that Sean isn't looking back on suffering from the other side of victory. He's walking through it right now. Together, they explore faith in suffering, trusting God through chronic illness, the tension between praying for healing and trusting God's sovereignty, and what it means to carry your cross when life doesn't make sense. This episode offers biblical encouragement for anyone facing pain, uncertainty, loss, health struggles, or seasons where God feels silent. Rather than asking, "Why is this happening?" Sean challenges listeners to consider a deeper question: What if suffering is where spiritual strength begins? Read more about this topic: What If Suffering Is Where Strength Begins - Sean’s story sits at the intersection of chronic illness, faith, and the hard realities many families quietly carry. What’s in this episode * Sean's journey from SWAT officer and MMA fighter to battling a life-altering illness * How chronic health struggles can challenge faith * The reality of suffering as a Christian * Trusting God's sovereignty while praying boldly for healing * Why asking for help is often the first step toward healing * How God works through community, family, and relationships * The difference between fighting suffering and learning to suffer well * What Sean's illness has taught him about Jesus * Preparing your faith before life's valleys arrive * Encouragement for anyone walking through pain, loss, uncertainty, or unanswered prayers * How to remain faithful when circumstances don't change Key Scriptures “Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.” Joshua 1:9 “Not only so, but we also glory in our sufferings, because we know that suffering produces perseverance; perseverance, character; and character, hope. And hope does not put us to shame, because God’s love has been poured out into our hearts through the Holy Spirit, who has been given to us.” Romans 5:3-5 “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” Therefore I will boast all the more gladly about my weaknesses, so that Christ’s power may rest on me.” 2 Corinthians 12:9 “And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.” Romans 8:28 “God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble.” Psalm 46:1 Reflection Questions How do you typically respond when God doesn't answer prayers the way you hoped?Are you trusting God's sovereignty only when life is going well?What suffering in your life might God be using to strengthen your faith?Have you allowed others to walk alongside you in your struggles?Do you believe God is still good even when circumstances don't improve?What would it look like to carry your cross faithfully in your current season?Is your faith built on outcomes, or on God's character?How can your suffering become a testimony that points others to Christ?Key TakeawayReal faith isn't proven when life is easy. It's revealed when suffering remains and you choose to trust God anyway. Sometimes God doesn't just teach us how to fight—He teaches us how to suffer faithfully. Quote from the episode "What I think God has been teaching me now is not how to fight, but actually how to suffer." Follow Sean: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/seantopgunkennard/ YouTub - https://www.youtube.com/@SeanTopGunKennard Podcast - https://www.mightyoaksprograms.org/category/podcast/ Music by AlexGrohl from Pixabay

    47 min

  3. Jun 15

    A Firefighter’s Faith Journey Through PTSD And Marriage - Part 2

    Send us Fan Mail Your home doesn’t drift into health by accident, and your marriage doesn’t stay connected on leftover time. We sit down with Shannon and talk about the habits that keep a family grounded when life gets loud: scheduling “money talks,” protecting date nights, and using a simple goal-setting exercise to get on the same page about faith, family, fitness, finance, and fun. If you’ve ever felt like the calendar is running your house, this conversation gives you a clearer way to lead it. We also get honest about priorities. Putting God first and your spouse second can sound countercultural, but we unpack why it matters, especially when kids’ sports and activities start demanding everything. Shannon shares what “non-negotiables” look like in real life, how to teach kids commitment without letting the team become the boss of your family, and why strong marriages don’t happen without intentional boundaries. Then the tone shifts to parenting and reality. As a firefighter and veteran, Shannon has seen what many of us only hear about, including teenage suicide, and he challenges parents to stop candy coating life. We talk about trust, mental health conversations, and why kids don’t want to be lied to, even when the truth is uncomfortable. Finally, we zoom out to money, estate planning, and the question that frames legacy in a new way: do you want to leave a mess or a message? If you want practical Christian marriage advice, parenting wisdom, and a stronger family foundation, listen now, share it with a friend, and subscribe and leave a review so more families can find it. Ptsd: How Overcoming Anxiety, Depression, and PTSD Taught Me the Power of Pushing Toward Success Daily - By Shannon & Stephanie Lombard  Music by AlexGrohl from Pixabay

    19 min

  4. Jun 8

    A Firefighter’s Faith Journey Through PTSD And Marriage - Part 1

    Send us Fan Mail You can have the dream job, the nice house, the supportive family, and still feel like you are losing yourself behind the front door. That tension drives this Kingdom Chaos conversation with our friend Shannon, a firefighter, husband of nearly 17 years, dad of two, author, and recent master’s graduate stepping toward becoming a licensed professional counselor. We talk honestly about Christian mental health and the long road through PTSD, anxiety, and depression. Shannon shares what it felt like to get a diagnosis and then watch things get harder, not easier, plus the real cost it can place on identity and marriage. The biggest shift comes when he names what many people avoid saying out loud: you cannot heal alone. Even when you surrender things to God, God often sends help through people, and receiving that help takes humility. From there, we get practical about what recovery can look like day to day: counseling, community, diet and exercise, and a healthier definition of strength that does not rely on pretending. We also touch on parenting teenagers in a culture built on comparison, why their family limits devices, and how dinner together becomes a simple anchor. Then we go deeper on faith practices like tithing, not as a money topic, but as trust, obedience, and alignment when life feels squeezed. Part two is coming, including a deeper dive into marriage partnership and communication. Subscribe, share this with a friend who needs it, and leave a review so more people can find Kingdom Chaos. Ptsd: How Overcoming Anxiety, Depression, and PTSD Taught Me the Power of Pushing Toward Success Daily - By Shannon & Stephanie Lombard  Music by AlexGrohl from Pixabay

    26 min

  5. Jun 1

    Rest That Heals

    Send us Fan Mail Your life can be full of good things and still feel spiritually empty. We open up about a real health wake-up call, from triglycerides in the 350s to pre-diabetic markers, and how it forced us to face a bigger question: what happens when responsibility, routines, and even “healthy discipline” slowly push God to the margins? We spend most of our time in Luke 10, where Jesus ties together a lawyer’s question about eternal life, the Good Samaritan, and Martha and Mary. The thread is attention. When our hearts get consumed by schedules, productivity, image, and control, we start loving God with leftovers and we stop seeing people clearly. Neighbor love gets complicated fast when grudges and categories creep in, and Jesus presses on all of it with uncomfortable clarity. We also talk about spiritual rest beyond a Sabbath day, practical fasting as a way to give the body and soul room to breathe, and why struggles are not always punishment but often realignment. If you feel like you are doing everything yet missing the “one necessary thing,” this conversation will help you slow down and sit at Jesus’ feet again. Subscribe to Kingdom Chaos, share this with a friend who is burned out, and leave a review with what detail you need to release this week. Music by AlexGrohl from Pixabay

    13 min

  6. May 25

    Church Beyond The Building And A Faith That Lasts

    Send us Fan Mail If you’ve ever felt spiritually full on Sunday and strangely empty by Tuesday, you’re not alone and you’re not broken. We’re wrestling with a hard truth: it’s easy to turn Christianity into an event we attend instead of a relationship with Jesus we live. When church becomes mainly a building, a service, or a weekly reset button, our spiritual growth gets tied to a location instead of anchored in God’s daily presence. We also go straight at church hurt and why it can shake people to the core. Yes, people inside churches can wound us deeply, and that pain matters. But we’re also asking what happens when our faith is built on pastors, leaders, or Christian friends never failing us. Because they will. A faith that depends on people staying perfect is fragile, but a faith built on Christ remains steady even when hypocrisy shows up and trust gets tested. From there, we talk practical discipleship: time management that prevents burnout, protecting your marriage and family from ministry overload, and learning to recognize God in everyday moments. We share a simple framework for spiritual clarity that actually works: connection first. That includes prayer, slowing down with Scripture, and biblical meditation that “chews” on a verse until it sinks in. We close with why real Christian community matters so isolation doesn’t get the final word. If this helped you, subscribe for more honest faith conversations, share it with a friend who’s tired and trying, and leave a five-star rating and review so more people can find it.

    17 min

  7. May 18

    What If The Delay Is The Training

    Send us Fan Mail You can pray for something for years, finally get an open door, and still feel tempted to reject it because it does not look like you pictured. That tension sits at the center of this Kingdom Chaos conversation as I unpack what “real faith” actually looks like when life gets loud, money is tight, and the timeline is not yours.  My faith did not start as an overnight spiritual makeover. It started with questions and an intellectual search for whether Christianity could stand up to evidence and history, then it moved into something deeper: experiencing God in real life. I share how facts helped me take an honest first step, but how trust was built through seasons of waiting on God, ministry transitions, and learning dependence when I could not control the outcome.  We also get practical about the day-to-day struggle: comparison, distraction, and the constant white-noise of modern life. I talk about why God often gives “the next step” instead of a full blueprint, how waiting exposes what we really trust, and why faith is not pretending obstacles are not there. Faith is remembering God is bigger than the obstacles, and learning to ask for wisdom, courage, and strength for today.  If this encouraged you, subscribe, share it with a friend who is in a waiting season, and leave a five-star rating and review so more people can find Kingdom Chaos. Music by AlexGrohl from Pixabay

    16 min

  8. May 11

    How An Innocent Friendship Became An Emotional Affair

    Send us Fan Mail A marriage can be full of noise and still feel painfully lonely. We open up about what it looked like when our home seemed fine on the outside, but our relationship slowly became transactional: schedules, bills, kids, and exhaustion replacing real emotional intimacy. If you’ve ever thought, “Why am I unhappy when life is objectively good?” you’re not alone, and ignoring that question can be dangerous.  We tell the honest story of how an innocent workplace friendship became an emotional affair, not through one huge choice, but through small compromises and misplaced connection. We talk about the warning signs most people miss: feeling seen by someone else, sharing parts of your heart that belong in your marriage, hiding messages, and withdrawing from your spouse while justifying it as harmless. We also say it clearly: emotional and physical affairs are wrong, and healing starts with repentance, not excuses.  From there, we get practical about marriage restoration and Christian marriage healing: confession, counseling, accountability, and rebuilding trust over time. We unpack what Scripture teaches about love and communication, why boundaries are protection, and how transparency with texts and DMs can guard your relationship. If your marriage feels disconnected, this conversation offers both a wake-up call and real hope that God restores broken things.  If this helped you, subscribe for more faith and real life conversations, share it with someone who needs hope, and leave a review so more marriages can find it. What boundary or next step do you want to put into practice today?

    14 min
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Kingdom Chaos is a Christian podcast hosted by Troy and Amy, a husband and wife married for nearly 30 years, sharing honest conversations about faith, marriage, family, personal growth, and following Jesus in the middle of life's chaos. Through real stories, biblical truth, and powerful testimonies, we explore what it looks like to trust God through struggles such as anxiety, depression, broken relationships, addiction, forgiveness, parenting challenges, financial stress, health battles, and spiritual growth. Whether you're a lifelong believer, new to faith, or simply searching for hope, Kingdom Chaos offers practical encouragement and authentic conversations that point people to Jesus—not perfection. Because faith isn't lived in the absence of chaos. It's lived in the middle of it. Real People. Real Struggles. Real Grace. "They triumphed over him by the blood of the Lamb and by the word of their testimony..." Revelation 12:11

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  • Creator
    Troy & Amy Poimboeuf
  • Years Active
    2K
  • Episodes
    21
  • Rating
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  • Copyright
    © 2026 Kingdom Chaos
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