War on Words

S1 E12 Patience

What does it really mean to be patient in a world that wants everything right now? In this episode, Byron, Casey, and Ethan explore patience as the fourth fruit of the Spirit, digging into what the Bible means by patience, its Greek roots, and how it connects with love, joy, and self-control. Along the way, they look at stories from David, Abraham, Moses, Paul, and others to see what godly patience looks like—and how it differs from the instant gratification we’re so used to. More than simply waiting, biblical patience is about learning to trust God, endure faithfully, and respond to people with grace. Join the conversation for practical encouragement on growing in patience through a deeper relationship with God.

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S1 E11 Peace

Byron, Casey, and Ethan reflect on what peace means: both the peaceful moments in nature and the deeper biblical idea of shalom as wholeness and reconciliation with God. Through scripture and personal stories they show peace is rooted in relationship with God, grows from love and joy, and shapes how we live with others. They explore practical steps toward peace: trusting God, prayer, seeking reconciliation, and living by the Spirit, and point listeners to Psalm 23, Romans 5, and Philippians 4 for comfort and guidance.

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S1 E10 Joy

In this episode the Casey, Ethan and Byron explore the biblical meaning of joy as a fruit of the Spirit, contrasting temporary happiness with deep, enduring joy rooted in God. They discuss how joy can exist amid suffering, how it flows from God’s grace and love, and how choosing to rejoice is both a command and a gift of the Spirit. The conversation references scripture (Galatians 5, James 1, Hebrews 12, Romans 5, John 15, Ecclesiastes, and others), practical examples, and personal stories to show how joy is produced through trusting God and pursuing obedience during trials.

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Grace Marriage: Smith & Reyes Testimonies

On this episode, Byron & Madison Smith and Ethan & Kennady Reyes share honest stories about how the regular, guided conversations of Grace Marriage have strengthened their relationships. They discuss the format (90-day sessions with prompts and dates), practical lessons like catching burnout early, managing different conflict styles, and keeping marriage a priority while parenting. They talk about how investing in marriage affects parenting, models grace for kids, and builds healthy community rhythms. Full of candid moments, funny anecdotes, and concrete reasons why intentional marriage rhythms can prevent stagnation and keep love growing.

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S1 E9 Love (Galatians 5)

This episode explores the biblical meaning of love—the first fruit of the Spirit—and contrasts it with the culture's self-gratifying redefinition. Ethan, Casey, and Byron examine Galatians 5 and 1 Corinthians 13 to show how true love combines sacrifice, truth, humility, and obedience. They apply these insights to marriage, parenting, church life, and everyday relationships, warning against counterfeit love and offering practical ways Christians can intentionally choose and show authentic, Christlike love.

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S1 E8 Repentance

Ethan, Casey and Byron have a candid discussion on repentance — what it truly means, how it differs from regret, its relationship with faith, and how God’s Spirit, Scripture, and community lead us back to Him.

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S1 E7 Pleasure (Ecclesiastes)

In this episode of War on Words, Byron and Casey continue their series on the three great temptations—Prosperity, Power, and Pleasure—by asking an important question: Is pleasure the enemy, or is it a gift from God? Looking at Genesis 3, the life of Solomon, and key passages throughout Scripture, they explore how God created us to enjoy His good gifts while warning against making pleasure our ultimate pursuit. The conversation tackles the dangers of both legalism, which treats all enjoyment as sinful, and hedonism, which elevates personal happiness above obedience to God. Along the way, they discuss practical ways to recognize when a good gift has become an idol and how Christians can find lasting joy by delighting in Christ above all else.

S1 E6 Power (1 Samuel)

Byron and Casey talk about power, authority, and responsibility as the 2nd of the 3 P's. They discuss biblical safeguards to protect from misuse of power and talk about our ultimate need to use what we have to love God and love others!

S1 E5 Prosperity (Matthew 19 with Cevin Loftin)

Byron, Casey, and special guest Cevin Loftin talk about the first of 3 Ps. These three Ps are core temptations and areas of our lives where the enemy wants to tempt us: Prosperity, Power and Pleasure. They look at the story of the Rich Young Ruler in Matthew 19, go take a listen! #bettertogether #waronwords

S1 E4 Fighting Temptation (James 1)

Byron, Ethan, and Casey continue their discussion on temptation, exploring what James 1 teaches about where temptation comes from, why we struggle with it, and how Christians can faithfully fight against it through God's grace.

S1 E3 Jesus' Temptation (Matthew 4)

Byron, Ethan and Casey talk about Jesus' temptation from Matthew 4 and see how He is the greater Adam and greater Israel. Every time they failed, Jesus succeeded and because of that we can have life! Because of Jesus' obedience.

Recovery & Breakthrough House with Charity Napier

This is a special episode with Charity Ryan talking about her own personal Recovery Journey as well as the creation of the Breakthrough House ministry in our church.

S1 E2 Did God Really Say? (Genesis 3)

Byron, Casey, and Ethan dive into Genesis 3 to dive into how the enemy tries to distort God's Word to tempt us. They talked about how these patterns from the very beginning are the same tactics that the enemy uses today in our lives.

S1 E1 Introductions & Story Telling

Byron Smith, Casey Pinner and Ethan Reyes introduce the podcast and tell how God has brought them through life to this point. They also share their hopes for the podcast: to help our listeners learn to think and live godly.

Africa Missions & Darryl Smith

Our former pastor, Darryl Smith, sits down to talk about our church's Africa Missions journey and their most recent trip in June 2026.