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HAVE FAITH LET IT BEGIN®

Angel Santana Jr

HAVE FAITH LET IT BEGIN® is the award-winning daily podcast hosted by Angel Santana, created for commuters, believers, seekers, and anyone looking for hope in the middle of everyday life.

Each episode delivers faith-filled encouragement, personal testimonies, inspiring conversations, and real-life stories that remind listeners they are never alone. Whether you're navigating work, family, ministry, grief, doubt, or moments of celebration, you'll find authentic discussions rooted in faith, perseverance, and purpose.

Hosted by Angel Santana—a husband, father, pastor-in-training, speaker, and founder of HAVE FAITH LET IT BEGIN®—this podcast is built on the belief that every day is an opportunity to grow closer to God and discover hope in unexpected places.

For just a few minutes each day, step away from the noise, find encouragement for the journey ahead, and let your faith begin.

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S9 · E2479
Yesterday · 16 min
When Love Can't Fix It: A Father's Quiet Questions
💙 QUIET QUESTIONS: OUR AUTISM JOURNEY — CHAPTER TWO When I Can’t Fix It, I Can Still Love You What happens when you love your child with everything you have… but you simply don’t know how to help them in that moment? Being the parent of an autistic child can bring incredible joy, beautiful victories, and unforgettable moments. But there can also be confusion, frustration, worry, and those quiet questions parents sometimes carry alone. In Chapter Two of Quiet Questions: Our Autism Journey, Angel shares honestly from his perspective as a father—not as an autism expert, but as a parent who is still learning. Sometimes Dad wants to fix everything. He wants the answer. He wants to understand exactly what his child is feeling and know exactly what to do. But sometimes there isn’t an immediate answer. And that’s when you learn something powerful: ❤️ Sometimes love isn’t fixing the moment. Sometimes love is staying through the moment. This deeply personal episode explores learning to listen differently, celebrating your child’s individual victories, dealing with the fear of wondering whether you’re doing enough, and trusting Christ when you simply don’t know what comes next. Because a parent may not always have the answer. But your child should never have to question whether they are loved. 🙏 When I can’t fix it, I can still love you. And when I don’t know what to do, I can still trust God. 🎧 Listen to Chapter Two today and share it with a parent, caregiver, teacher, family member, or friend who may need to hear this message. HAVE FAITH LET IT BEGIN® Real People. Real Stories. Real Faith. A little faith can change your entire day. #HaveFaithLetItBegin #QuietQuestions #OurAutismJourney #Autism #AutismParenting #AutismFamily #AutismAcceptance #AutismAwareness #Parenting #SpecialNeedsParenting #ParentingJourney #UnconditionalLove #FaithAndFamily #TrustGod #ChristianParenting #Faith #Hope #Prayer #Love #AngelSantanaJr
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S9 · E2478
Monday · 9 min
Two Years of Silence: Choosing Peace Over Pride
A simple, life-changing question: how long will you wait for an apology that never comes? Through a candid, personal story of hurt, a sincere apology, and the hard decision to move forward, this episode reveals how choosing peace can cost pride but restore what matters most. Anchored in scripture and prayer, the host invites listeners into the raw moment when faith meets humility. Listen in as he challenges you to examine a strained relationship, consider stepping forward, and discover how a single decision can free your heart and change the course of your day.
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S9 · E2477
Friday · 4 min
A Father's Prayer: Halloween Night on 'Have Faith, Let It Begin'
On the last Friday of November and the eve of Halloween, seven-year-old Ariel proudly introduces his father, Angel Santana, and the room fills with the warmth of family and faith. Angel shares a raw, resilient testimony shaped by his mother's guiding voice and a spark that lit in 2000, setting the stage for an intimate conversation about hope and protection. As darkness and celebrations approach, the hosts weave a heartfelt prayer for every trick-or-treater, parent, and neighbor—calling for safety, decency, and compassion. The episode closes with the Lord's Prayer, leaving listeners wrapped in a moment of community, reverence, and the simple, steady reminder: have faith, let it begin.
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S9 · E2676
Thursday · 6 min
Turn the Tide: Hope, Prayer, and Everyday Courage
Ariel introduces his dad, Angel Santana, and we’re pulled into a candid conversation about the strain of 2026 — rising costs, exhaustion, and the small daily battles we all face. Angel turns ordinary moments into lessons of compassion: a coffee-run that becomes a healing exchange, the honesty of a host who admits his own struggles, and the unshakable belief that faith can shift the tide. This episode moves from wry humor to raw vulnerability, closing with a heartfelt prayer that invites listeners to carry hope into the season ahead.
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S9 · E2476
October 28 · 27 min· Video
Forgive, Love, Begin Again — A Sermon That Lifts the Heaviest Burdens
✝️ FORGIVE. LOVE. BEGIN AGAIN. ❤️ Forgiveness doesn't change yesterday—but it can change tomorrow. Have you ever struggled to forgive someone who hurt you deeply? Or perhaps the hardest person to forgive has been yourself? In this powerful and personal sermon, Angel Santana Jr. shares a message about heartbreak, forgiveness, healing, and discovering the strength to move forward through faith in Jesus Christ. 🙏 Forgiveness doesn't mean forgetting. It means learning to move forward without carrying the weight of yesterday. 🎙️ Watch the full sermon and discover why it's never too late to begin again. #ForgiveLoveBeginAgain #AngelSantanaJr #Forgiveness #FaithInGod #JesusChrist #ChristianTikTok #FaithJourney #Healing #ChristianMotivation #HaveFaithLetItBegin
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S9 · E2475
October 27 · 7 min
When Your Blessing Has Shipped — Faith Without a Tracking Number
Half-Faith Let It Begin opens with young Ariel introducing his father, Angel Santana, and dives into a quiet, urgent conversation about what happens after you obey God. Angel paints a scene of planting seeds and waiting—no tracking number, no instant fruit—and guides listeners through the slow work happening beneath the surface: growth, protection, and preparation. He challenges you to stop rushing, keep living the life God gave you, and trust that patience is itself an act of faith. With a simple prayer and a vivid image of roots growing unseen, the episode becomes a call to steady courage: take your next step, then give God room to do His work.
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S9 · E2474
October 26 · 6 min
Don't Burn the Candle: Take One Step of Faith
🔥 IF YOU’RE EXHAUSTED FROM TRYING TO HOLD EVERYTHING TOGETHER… THIS EPISODE IS FOR YOU. You cannot keep pouring from an empty cup—and you were never meant to carry today’s responsibilities and tomorrow’s worries at the same time. 🕯️ DON’T BURN THE CANDLE AT BOTH ENDS Trust in God. Be Patient. Take One Step at a Time. Are you tired—not just physically, but mentally and emotionally? Sometimes we spend so much time worrying about tomorrow, finishing yesterday’s work, taking care of everyone else, and trying to handle everything at once that we forget something important: We were never meant to carry it all at the same time. In today’s HAVE FAITH LET IT BEGIN® episode, Angel shares a simple reminder to slow down, trust God’s timing, and stop trying to solve tomorrow’s problems today. You don’t need to see the entire road ahead. Sometimes faith simply means trusting God enough to take one step at a time. Rest when you need to rest. Be patient with the process. Be patient with yourself. And remember: 🙏 Trust God. ❤️ Be patient. 👣 Take one step at a time. Because you don’t have to accomplish everything today—and you certainly don’t have to worry about tomorrow… today. 🎧 TAKE FIVE MINUTES FOR YOURSELF TODAY. Press play and listen to this episode of HAVE FAITH LET IT BEGIN® wherever you get your podcasts. And if you know someone who has been running on empty, share this episode with them. It might be exactly the reminder they need today. Real People. Real Stories. Real Faith. A little faith can change your entire day. #HaveFaithLetItBegin #DontBurnTheCandleAtBothEnds #TrustGod #OneStepAtATime #FaithOverFear #BePatient #GodsTiming #ChristianMotivation #Faith #Prayer #Encouragement #MentalRest #TrustTheProcess #DailyMotivation #ChristianPodcast #Podcast #AngelSantanaJr
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S9 · E2473
October 22 · 29 min· Video
Being Trans In a Non-Trans World
Being Trans in a Non-Trans World — Part One: An Honest Conversation About Identity, Dating, and Respect. Part One Special Guest Emmy: In this opening installment of a new HAVE FAITH LET IT BEGIN® conversation series, host Angel Santana Jr. welcomes his friend Emmy for a personal discussion about being trans, navigating misunderstandings, and building connections through respectful communication. Angel begins by acknowledging his own past transphobia and reflecting on how listening, friendship, and his faith have challenged him to approach others with greater compassion. Emmy shares memories from childhood, her journey toward understanding her identity, and why she wants people to know her as a whole person. Together, they explore the difference between dating preferences and language that dismisses someone’s identity, why Emmy does not assume everyone is transphobic, and how honest questions can create opportunities for understanding. With humor and heartfelt exchanges, they also discuss the responsibility to treat others with dignity and the harm caused when faith is used to justify mistreatment. Part One begins an ongoing conversation rooted in friendship, personal growth, and a willingness to listen. **Premieres Saturday, October 17, at 7 PM ET.** **Find the full episode after its release:** 🌐 [Official Website](https://havefaithletitbegin.com/) 🎧 [Listen on Podbean](https://angelwj.podbean.com/) 🍎 [Listen on Apple Podcasts](https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/have-faith-let-it-begin/id1399944664) ▶️ [Visit Our YouTube Channel](https://www.youtube.com/@havefaithletitbegin2018) Look for **“Being Trans in a Non-Trans World — Part One.”** Subscribe and follow for future conversations with Emmy. Real People. Real Stories. Real Faith. Have faith... and let it begin. #HaveFaithLetItBegin #Emmy #BeingTrans #FaithAndListening #IdentityAndRespect #TransVoices #ListenWithLove #HonestConversations #Compassion #PersonalGrowth #realpeoplerealstories
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S9 · E2472
October 21 · 5 min
When Enough Is Enough: Choosing Peace Over Pain
He’s been hurt more than once, wrestling with the same familiar pain and the impossible question: when do you walk away? In this episode, a pastor’s raw confession becomes a mirror for anyone trapped in relationships that sting—you’ll hear the moments that cracked his heart and the quiet turning point that forced him to choose. Through candid storytelling, scripture-soaked prayer, and a promise that God never abandons us, the host walks listeners from anger and exhaustion to a courageous decision: forgive, turn the page, and step into a life of peace. It’s a short, powerful journey about faith, boundaries, and the surprising freedom that follows. Have Faith, Let It Begin invites you to pause, pray, and consider what it would take to leave pain behind—because sometimes the hardest choice is the first step toward healing.
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S9 · E2471
October 20 · 5 min
When Faith Outruns Understanding: Trusting God in Chaotic Times
The episode opens with a sweet, unexpected moment—seven‑year‑old Ariel proudly introducing his father—then dives into a raw, honest reflection on a whirlwind weekend that has everyone asking, 'Why is this happening?' Host Angel Santana walks listeners through the confusion of news cycles, personal hurt, and the struggle to forgive, weaving personal anecdotes with steady reminders that even when we don't understand, God's love and guidance remain. Through the tension of doubt and the gentle insistence of faith, this short but powerful episode invites you to trade certainty for trust, to let the light of Jesus reshape worry into hope, and to carry peace into the day.
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S9 · E2470
October 19 · 21 min
One More Step: One Table, One Body, One Christ
This was my first preaching examination, but more importantly, it was another step in answering God's call on my life. One Table. There is room. One Body. We need one another. One Christ. The One who calls us, shapes us, and sends us. Wherever God is calling you today, I encourage you: Take just one more step. Have faith... and let it begin. 🙏 #OneTableOneBodyOneChrist #JustOneMoreStep #HaveFaithLetItBegin #MinistryJourney #WesternTheologicalSeminary #CalledToMinistry #Preaching #Sermon #ChristianMinistry #FaithJourney #BodyOfChrist #LightOfTheWorld #JesusChrist #GodsWord #Faith #Church #Christian #SeminaryLife #FollowGod #TrustGod #Community #OneMoreStep
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S9 · E2469
October 15 · 8 min
Forgive Yourself: Take One More Step Part III
What If the Person You Need to Forgive Is You? We talk a lot about forgiving the people who have hurt us—but what happens when the person you can't forgive is yourself? In Part III of Forgive. Love. Begin Again., Angel Santana Jr. turns the conversation inward and explores the mistakes, regrets, and memories we sometimes continue carrying long after we've asked God for forgiveness. Maybe you've apologized. Maybe you've changed. Maybe years have passed. Yet something inside you keeps replaying the same moment and asking, “Why did I do that?” Taking responsibility for our mistakes matters. But taking responsibility and sentencing ourselves to a lifetime of shame are not the same thing. You are allowed to learn. You are allowed to grow. You are allowed to change. And yes—you are allowed to forgive yourself. Your past may be part of your testimony, but it doesn't have to write the rest of your story. Maybe today's one more step is finally saying: “I made a mistake. But I am not my mistake.” Real People. Real Stories. Real Faith. HAVE FAITH LET IT BEGIN® Have faith… and let it begin. ❤️🙏 Hashtags #HaveFaithLetItBegin #HFLIB #ForgiveLoveBeginAgain #PartThree #ForgiveYourself #SelfForgiveness #Forgiveness #Grace #GodsGrace #Faith #Jesus #ChristianPodcast #FaithPodcast #ChristianEncouragement #Healing #LetGoOfThePast #PastDoesNotDefineYou #SecondChances #FaithJourney #Testimony #Growth #OneMoreStep #RealPeopleRealStoriesRealFaith
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S9 · E2468
October 14 · 11 min
Forgive, Love, Begin Again: When Boundaries Meet Grace Part II
Forgive. Love. Begin Again. — Part II You forgave them… but then they hurt you again. Now what? In Part II of Forgive. Love. Begin Again., Angel Santana Jr. takes the conversation one step deeper by exploring the difference between forgiveness, trust, reconciliation, and healthy boundaries. Forgiving someone doesn't mean pretending the hurt never happened. It doesn't mean trust instantly returns, and it doesn't always mean the relationship goes back to the way it was. Sometimes you can love someone and still need distance. You can pray for someone without reopening every door. And sometimes forgiveness isn't about going back at all—it's about moving forward without carrying the anger with you. But there's another side to forgiveness too: What happens when we're the ones who caused the hurt? Maybe today's one more step isn't waiting for somebody else's apology. Maybe it's having the courage to say: “I'm sorry. I hurt you. I was wrong.” Forgive. Heal. Love. Set healthy boundaries. And keep moving forward—one more step at a time. ❤️🙏 Real People. Real Stories. Real Faith. HAVE FAITH LET IT BEGIN® Hashtags #HaveFaithLetItBegin #HFLIB #ForgiveLoveBeginAgain #Forgiveness #LoveOneAnother #HealthyBoundaries #ForgiveAndHeal #Healing #ChooseLove #Grace #Faith #Jesus #ChristianPodcast #FaithPodcast #ChristianEncouragement #LetGoOfAnger #Reconciliation #Trust #Apologize #SecondChances #OneMoreStep #RealPeopleRealStoriesRealFaith
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S9 · E2467
October 13 · 7 min
Forgive. Love. Begin Again.
🎙️ Episode Synopsis — Forgive. Love. Begin Again. When did it become so easy to stop loving someone simply because we disagree? In this episode of HAVE FAITH LET IT BEGIN®, Angel Santana Jr. explores one of the hardest parts of our faith: forgiving others and choosing to love one another—even when it isn't easy. Forgiveness doesn't mean pretending the hurt never happened. It doesn't automatically restore trust, and it doesn't mean returning to an unhealthy relationship. Sometimes forgiveness simply begins with deciding that what happened yesterday will not control who you become tomorrow. Inspired by Jesus' call to love one another, Angel challenges us to listen before judging, offer a little more grace, apologize when we're wrong, and remember that everyone we encounter may be carrying a struggle we cannot see. Maybe today you don't have to fix everything. Maybe you simply need to take one more step. Choose love over hate. Grace over judgment. Forgiveness over carrying yesterday's anger into tomorrow. ❤️🙏 Real People. Real Stories. Real Faith. HAVE FAITH LET IT BEGIN® Hashtags #HaveFaithLetItBegin #HFLIB #Forgiveness #LoveOneAnother #ChooseLove #Grace #Faith #Jesus #ChristianPodcast #FaithPodcast #ChristianEncouragement #FaithJourney #Forgive #Healing #LetGo #GodsLove #LoveLikeJesus #John1334 #OneMoreStep #RealPeopleRealStoriesRealFaith
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S9 · E2466
October 12 · 45 min· Video
One More Step: Walking by Faith When You Can't See Ep:2466
A playful children’s demonstration becomes the sermon’s hinge: a child’s steady hand guiding the pastor reminds us that we never walk alone. From Paul’s promise that we live by faith, not sight, to Peter’s daring step onto stormy seas, Angel interweaves personal testimony—years of depression, stolen identity, and the slow work of rebuilding—with the hard, honest truth that faith often means taking just one more step. This episode stitches confession, metaphor, and pastoral care into a narrative that honors struggle without letting it write the ending. When a community bands together to find a missing boy and a simple prayer becomes proof of unseen work, the sermon’s invitation becomes clear: you don’t need the whole road—only the courage to take the next step. Tune in to be encouraged, to grieve, and to believe that God is walking with you, one step at a time. WALK BY FAITH — Trusting God When You Cannot See the Way What do you do when life changes, the answers are unclear, and you cannot see what comes next? In this message, we talk about what it really means to walk by faith and not by sight. Faith does not mean pretending that pain, fear, doubt, or uncertainty are not real. It means choosing to trust God even when the road ahead is unclear. Maybe you are waiting on an answer. Maybe you are carrying a struggle no one else can see. Maybe you are simply trying to figure out your next step. This sermon is a reminder that you do not need to see the entire road. Sometimes faith simply means taking one more step. 🎙️ The full sermon is available now on all HAVE FAITH LET IT BEGIN® Podcast platforms. Listen, share, and send it to someone who may need a little encouragement today. #WalkByFaith #FaithNotSight #OneMoreStep #TrustGod #FaithInHardTimes #ChristianEncouragement #SundaySermon #HaveFaithLetItBegin #JesusChrist #FaithOverFear #KeepTheFaith #GodIsWithYou #2Corinthians57 #Hebrews11 #ChristianPodcast
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S9 · E2465
October 9 · 6 min
Stronger Than the Moment: A Friday of Faith and Hope
Morning light, a child’s cheerful introduction, and a host who admits he "barely made it"—this Friday episode reads like a heart-to-heart recorded over coffee and scripture. Angel guides listeners through the quiet, brave acts of ordinary strength: getting out of bed, making the call, showing up for family, and trusting God one small step at a time. When co-host Nick faces surgery, the show crystallizes into a communal prayer—candid, hopeful, and immediate. Tune in for honest encouragement, a simple prayer that steadies the heart, and a reminder that faith often looks like taking the next small step. Have faith—let it begin.
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S9 · E2464
October 8 · 5 min
Power of Prayer: A Morning Call to Faith with Angel Santana
In this short, powerful episode Angel Santana takes Listeners are invited to pause and pray—whether for loved ones, strangers in a checkout line, or the person in the parking lot—because sometimes the smallest prayers carry the greatest power. Join the community live Sunday at 10 a.m. ET and walk by faith as this episode reminds you: a day without prayer is a day without power.
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S9 · E2463
October 7 · 6 min
Grateful Mornings: Tuning In to God's Signal
Step into a morning where faith meets everyday life: the alarm that won’t stop, the quiet walk with Cody, and the sudden clarity when the heart finally tunes in to God. The host invites you into an intimate moment of gratitude — a story of small, joyful truths: laughter shared with loved ones, calls to aging parents, and the simple gift of being present. Through candid reflection and a communal prayer that reaches every corner of need, this episode unfolds like a warm conversation at dawn. Listen as worries soften, hope returns, and the invitation rings clear: have faith, let it begin.
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S9 · E2462
October 6 · 5 min
Unplugged Memories: Life Before Cell Phones ep:2462
Remember when you had to ask, "Is your friend home?" or carry change for a payphone, when photos were surprises and afternoons meant running outside until dinner called you in? In this episode Angel Santana take us back to those small, vivid moments — not to romanticize the past, but to uncover what it taught us about being present. Through warm storytelling and a gentle spiritual lens, they explore how Jesus welcomed interruptions, listened with intention, and made room for people. You’ll be invited to notice the ordinary, listen more deeply, and pause long enough to pray without rushing to the next thing. Tune in for a brief, heartfelt conversation that blends nostalgia, faith, and practical invitation: when was the last time you gave someone your full attention? Have faith — let it begin.
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S9 · E2461
October 5 · 13 min
Forgive & Begin: A Truck-Stop Prayer for Broken Ties
Join Angel live from his truck for a frank, heartening morning message about faith, forgiveness, and the small human moments that test us. Between shout-outs to his TikTok family and candid personal confession, he weaves a story of being tired yet faithful, of the armor we forget we wear, and the power of forgiving others — and ourselves. Through a mixture of pastoral wisdom, real-life examples, and warm invitations to community prayer, this episode guides listeners from the sting of sharp words to the relief of letting go. It’s a comforting call to have faith, to begin again, and to remember that grace often starts with a simple, quiet choice.
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