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Backstage with Randy Phillips

Backstage with Randy Phillips

Written by: Randy Phillips
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Welcome to Backstage with Randy Phillips, a lighthearted dialogue meant to inspire every heart and home to live a life of purpose. Randy Phillips is a singer and founding member of the Dove Award winning Contemporary Christian trio Phillips, Craig and Dean and lead pastor and founder of the LifeFamily of Churches in Austin, Texas. For additional information visit life.family.2022 Backstage with Randy Phillips Christianity Ministry & Evangelism Music Relationships Social Sciences Spirituality
Episodes
  • How Your Body Teaches Your Soul: Holy Habits with Justin Earley
    Feb 2 2026

    SEASON 4, EPISODE 7

    Welcome to Backstage with Randy Phillips - a lighthearted dialogue meant to inspire every heart and home to live a life of purpose.

    Discover how your body can actually teach and shape your soul in this inspiring conversation with author Justin Whitmel Earley. This episode dives deep into Justin's journey from crippling anxiety and burnout as a young lawyer to rediscovering holistic spiritual and physical health through simple, biblical habits. Learn practical ways to integrate breath prayers, fasting and feasting, mindful technology use, lament in suffering, and more to cultivate peace, joy, and presence with God. If you're feeling overwhelmed, disconnected from your faith, or searching for real hope amid mental and emotional struggles, this interview offers grace-filled encouragement that your everyday habits matter—and God redeems every part of you, body and soul.

    STAY CONNECTED

    • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifefamilymedia/
    • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LifeAustin
    • Apple Podcasts: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/randy-phillips/1618265626
    • Spotify Podcasts: https://open.spotify.com/artist/13KLcr7XlewPs2Xva58AgU

    Connect With Pastor Randy: https://www.instagram.com/randypcd/

    Connect With Justin Whitmel Earley: https://www.justinwhitmelearley.com/

    #BodyAndSoul #HabitsOfFaith #BiblicalWellness #ChristianHabits #SpiritualGrowth #FindPeace #OvercomeAnxiety #DeepenFaith

    TIMESTAMPS

    00:00 – Intro & Welcome to Backstage

    00:34 – Meeting Justin & Breath Prayers for Sleep

    01:48 – Box Breathing + Breath Prayers Explained

    03:00 – Breath as God's Life-Giving Ruach

    03:55 – Redefining the Soul: Body + Spirit

    06:21 – Justin's Background & Integrated Life

    06:33 – The Book: The Body Teaches the Soul

    07:02 – Anxiety Crash & Habits Shaping the Heart

    08:49 – Bottom-Up: Body Teaching the Soul

    11:56 – Why Bodies Matter in Faith

    12:13 – Chapter Highlights: Breathing, Eating, Sleeping

    13:19 – Favorites: Breathing, Eating, Exercise

    14:01 – Fasting & Feasting Theology

    16:37 – Justin's Fasting Rhythm

    19:01 – Technology Chapter & Family Habits

    21:19 – Wired for Embodied Presence

    23:06 – Micro Habits: Phone Off Hour, No Zones

    25:04 – Hang 10 Movement: Wait for Smartphones

    27:58 – Lament Chapter & Handling Suffering

    30:58 – Biblical Lament: Crying Out to God

    35:08 – Closing Encouragement & Gospel Grace

    36:42 – Final Thoughts: Habits Flow from God's Love

    Music: Alive - Instrumental by Lone Waves

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    37 mins
  • Chad Holland: Israel's Hidden Faith Crisis
    Jan 19 2026

    SEASON 4, EPISODE 6

    Welcome to Backstage with Randy Phillips - a lighthearted dialogue meant to inspire every heart and home to live a life of purpose.

    What is life really like for a Christian pastor in Jerusalem today? In this powerful Backstage conversation, Texan-raised Pastor Chad Holland (leader of King of Kings Community) pulls back the curtain on raising kids under rocket fire, facing real persecution from Orthodox groups, and pastoring in a nation where 70% are secular and only 0.2% know Yeshua as Messiah. From mandatory military draft at 18 to sharing Jesus with both secular and ultra-Orthodox Jews, Chad’s raw stories of faith, courage, and hope will challenge your view of Israel, deepen your prayer life, and remind you that God is still moving powerfully in the Holy Land. If you’ve ever wondered how to pray for Israel with understanding, need fresh fire for your own faith in hard places, or long to see revival, this episode is for you.

    STAY CONNECTED

    • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifefamilymedia/
    • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LifeAustin
    • Apple Podcasts: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/randy-phillips/1618265626
    • Spotify Podcasts: https://open.spotify.com/artist/13KLcr7XlewPs2Xva58AgU

    Connect With Pastor Randy: https://www.instagram.com/randypcd/

    Connect With Chad Holland and King of Kings Ministries: https://kkcj.org/

    #FaithInIsrael #MessianicJew #PrayForJerusalem #ChristianPodcast #IsraelToday #EndTimesTalk #FindHopeAgain #StandWithIsrael #RevivalFire

    TIMESTAMPS

    00:00 – A Texan Pastor in Jerusalem

    00:38 – Called to the Jewish Homeland

    02:12 – Culture Shock: 'Shalom Y’all' Doesn’t Work

    04:24 – The Stunning Truth About Faith in Israel

    06:29 – Surprising Persecution Source Revealed

    08:40 – Guppy and the Silvery Hook Book Ad

    09:48 – October 7th and the Media War

    13:43 – Raising Kids for Mandatory Military Service

    16:54 – Life Under Constant Rocket Alerts

    18:49 – Only 22,000 Believers in All Israel

    21:05 – How to Actually Share Yeshua in Jerusalem

    22:38 – Closing Prayer & Support King of Kings

    Music: Alive - Instrumental by Lone Waves

    Licensed through Musicbed (License Code: MB01IPNQAEO0FGD)

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    23 mins
  • Jaron Myers: Bus Life, Comedy Secrets & Viral Fame
    Jan 5 2026

    SEASON 4, EPISODE 5

    Welcome to Backstage with Randy Phillips - a lighthearted dialogue meant to inspire every heart and home to live a life of purpose. Join comedian Jaron Myers backstage as he shares his wild journey from worship leader to viral Christian comic sensation. Discover the raw truth behind tour bus life, the high-stakes art of reading a crowd, and how vulnerability turned his darkest struggles into authentic laughter and faith. If you're chasing purpose, battling isolation, or needing a spark of hope, Jaron's story reminds you: God redeems the mess for joy and connection. Hit play for laughs that heal the soul and inspire spiritual breakthroughs!

    STAY CONNECTED

    • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifefamilymedia/
    • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LifeAustin
    • Apple Podcasts: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/randy-phillips/1618265626
    • Spotify Podcasts: https://open.spotify.com/artist/13KLcr7XlewPs2Xva58AgU

    Connect With Pastor Randy: https://www.instagram.com/randypcd/

    Connect With Jaron Myers: https://www.jaronmyers.com/

    #VulnerabilityInFaith #ChristianComedy #AuthenticJoy #CleanComedy #ChurchHumor #FaithJourney #FindYourCalling #OvercomeIsolation #LaughWithPurpose

    TIMESTAMPS

    00:00 – Backstage Intro & Tour Vibes

    00:42 – Meeting Jaron in Austin

    01:11 – Bus Life Dream Come True

    02:34 – Tour Bus Etiquette Rules

    03:38 – Touring with Mike Goodwin

    05:32 – Discovering Comedy Calling

    06:57 – First Paid Gig Story

    09:06 – Reading the Room Like a Pro

    13:09 – Crafting a Comedy Set

    18:06 – Audience Energy Dance

    20:02 – Comedy Influences & Longevity

    20:56 – Viral Chick-fil-A Rap Origin

    23:36 – Newlywed Funny Moments

    25:16 – Blind Date Special Meet-Cute

    27:12 – Darkness Behind the Laughs

    30:26 – Power of Vulnerability & Community

    33:32 – Advice for Aspiring Comedians

    36:32 – Where to Find Jaron

    Music: Alive - Instrumental by Lone Waves

    Licensed through Musicbed (License Code: MB01IPNQAEO0FGD)

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    37 mins
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