SOLID START
Focusing on life from God's perspective.
Episodes
127 episodes
Taking The First Step
This week on Solid Start, Greg and Brian are joined by AJ Edwards from the local YMCA to discuss why caring for our mental and physical health is an important part of honoring God. Drawing from 1 Corinthians 6:19-20, they explore ...
The Strength Found in Weakness
We all have weaknesses. But what if those weaknesses are where God's power shines the brightest? This week on Solid Start, Greg and Brian dive into Paul's words in 2 Corinthians 12:7–10, where God reminds us, "My g...
Built On Values
Every great organization is built one faithful step at a time. This week on Solid Start, Brian and Greg explore how the core values established by Merrell Bros.' leadership have become the foundation on which the company continues to gro...
Leading Like Jesus: Relationships Before Position
In this episode of Solid Start, Greg Reed is joined by guest co-host Marcus Misinec and new Merrell Bros. Project Manager Olivia Forrey for a conversation about what it truly means to lead.Building on the company's leadership fo...
The Night I Finally Listened
What happens when God keeps calling and you keep putting Him off? This week on Solid Start, Greg and Brian are joined by Jacob Elliott as he shares the life-changing moment that finally made him listen. After crying out to God to break...
If God Is Real, Why Doesn't He Speak?
If we believe we were created by an intelligent Designer, wouldn't it make sense that He would want to communicate with us? This week on Solid Start, Greg and Brian explore the claim that God did exactly that—not through a message from...
Matters Of The Heart
This week on Solid Start, Brian and Greg discuss what the incredible design of the human heart reveals about our Creator. Though only the size of a fist, the heart pumps nearly 2,000 gallons of blood each day through more than 60,000 m...
God Doesn't Call The Qualified, He Qualifies The Called
This week on Solid Start, Greg and Brian are once again joined by Marcus Misinec for an encouraging conversation about feeling unqualified to speak about your faith or pray in front of others. Drawing from 2 Corinthians 12:9, Marc...
Camp: A Life Changer
This week on Solid Start, Greg and Brian are joined by Family Pastor Roy Lanten to talk about one of the most impactful experiences in a student's spiritual journey—church camp. Together, they discuss why camp matters, how God often us...
Designed With Purpose
This week on Solid Start, Greg and Brian dive into the incredible reality of design and purpose. From the buildings we enter to the technology we use, everything around us was created with intention by a designer. But beyond human crea...
Answer: It's Not SNICKERS
In this week’s episode of Solid Start, Brian joins Greg to explore one of life’s deepest questions: What will finally satisfy you? Together, they unpack the restless search for meaning that so many of us experience and wrestle...
Shaped by Experience
In this heartfelt episode of Solid Start, Greg Reid sits down with Jake “Goody” Goodman for an honest conversation about how life’s experiences shape who we become. Together, they explore the powerful idea that God never wastes an expe...
Finding Purpose in Life's Experiences
In this episode, we explore how life’s experiences, both challenging and uplifting, can shape our faith and purpose. Greg is joined by a Candice Collins, Merrell Bros, HR Benefits Manager. Drawing from personal stories and biblical insight, the...
Understanding Personality
In this episode of Solid Start, Greg Reed and Marcus Misinec explore the role of personality within the “SHAPE” framework, emphasizing how individual differences influence leadership, teamwork, and relationships. They discuss how recog...
Fresh Air in a Polluted World
Greg and Brian are joined by Merrell Bros. driver Travis Bline for a down-to-earth conversation on choosing a positive attitude in everyday life. Drawing from Philippians 2:15–16, they explore what it means to be a “breath of fresh air” in toda...
On The Right Track
Brian and Greg sit down with Ron Dennis, Fabrications Director at Merrell Bros., to explore what it means to find true purpose in your work. Ron opens up about the real burdens and past struggles he’s faced, and how he went from unfulfil...
Lord GAVE Me Strength
Brian and Greg sit down with Matt Hayden, Logistics Manager at Merrell Bros., to talk about what it really looks like to use the strengths God has given you in your everyday life.Not everyone is called to be a logistics manager—bu...
Don't Miss The King
In this powerful episode, Greg and Brian sit down with special guest Reece Renie to talk about what it truly means to “take off our crowns” and make Jesus the King of our lives. Too often, we miss the opportunity to fully follow Christ because ...
Grace at the Bottom of a Sludge Tank
This week on Solid Start, Greg and Brian sit down with Michael Gatliff, Automation Engineer at Merrell Bros., for a powerful and personal conversation. Michael shares about his family, his time in the military, and the life-changing mo...
After Waiting 30 Years, The Light Turned Green
Greg and Brian are joined by Edwin Ruiz for a powerful and deeply moving conversation. Edwin shares his incredible journey to the United States, and for more than 30 years, never knowing what the future might hold.Thro...
Only A Matter Of Time
This week on Solid Start, Greg and Brian welcome Candice Collins to discuss the challenge and blessing of trusting God’s timing. When life doesn’t move at our pace, faith reminds us that His timing is always right.
Wired for a Purpose
On this week’s episode of Solid Start, Brian and Greg sit down with Travis Ray, electrician at Merrell Bros., to hear his powerful testimony of how God led him exactly where he needed to be. Travis shares how God’s plans don’t al...
"I Shot You 17 Times!"
This week on Solid Start, Brian is joined by Holly Worland for a powerful conversation about how life can often feel like a battlefield. Holly courageously shares a personal story about a difficult season her family faced and how God s...