Let’s Talk Fortitude

78. Gold Star Son Austin Gavulic | TACP Legacy | Surround by Death and Addiction as a Teen

In this heartfelt episode of Let’s Talk Fortitude, Jon and Todd welcome a truly remarkable guest, Austyn Gavulic. At just 18 years old, Austyn shares his profound journey of loss, struggle, and ultimately, redemption. From losing his father in a military training accident to navigating the challenges of family trauma, addiction, and identity, Austyn’s story is one of incredible resilience and faith. Through raw honesty, Austyn reflects on his battles with grief, substance use, and finding his path back to God. Along the way, he highlights the importance of community, the power of mentorship, and the transformative love of Jesus. This episode is an inspiring testament to the strength of the human spirit and the enduring pursuit of purpose and hope. 🔗 Tune in to hear Austyn’s powerful testimony and his unwavering message: no matter how dark life gets, redemption is always possible. #Resilience #Faith #Testimony #OvercomingAdversity #Podcast #LetsTalkFortitude

77. The Discussion of The Vail | Looking Back On 2024 and Ahead to 2025

In this episode Jon and Todd begin the conversation of Vail and it's purpose in both the Old and New Testament writings in preparation for the return of repeat guest Larry Bowels, who has agreed to join us in January to discuss the Vail in depth. We also look forward to the excitement of what 2025 brings to the Let's Talk Fortitude Podcast while also taking a took a quick look back 2024 and all that transpired!

76. The Desert to Brokenness | Brokenness to Unknown Relationships | Discipleship - Accountability

The final episode brings Jon from the desert to brokenness in the his backyard. The impact of finding a new relationship with Jesus Chris, the Unashamed Podcast, and the WFR Live Stream. This episode is loaded "But God moment's!" Special shout to JJ Salas and Todd Langdon! These two men were brought into my (Jon's) life at just the right moment and I am so thankful for their friendships.

75. The Military Years following Daniels Death - The Arrival of Richie - Special Boat Unit 20 & More

Jon talks about how God watched over him from duty station to duty station. The anxiety of Evie getting pregnant with Richie and the unknown. Evie and Richie move back to WV for her to get her degree and what that does to Jon who has to  stay in Virginia.

74. Jon G. Continues His Story | Weekend Flight | Loosing Our 1st Born & Told She Will Go Hell

In part 2 of Jon G. sharing his testimony, we pick up just before Jon and Evie were married and drove across country to start their lives together as husband and wife. Little did they know that their young lives were about to be changed forever. Jon talks about the birth and later lose of their first born child, Danielle Faith Garrett. This episode brings out a rollercoaster of emotion from Jon as he relives the pain and joy of the time covered in this episode.

73. Jon G. WV Born and Raised | The Impact of Divorce as a Youth | From Riches to Rags | Ep 1 of 4

Jon G. finally sets down with Todd, gives in and tells his story. Jon talks about where he was born, his relationship with his grandparents and had their rolls change in his life. How he went from riches to rags. That's when he found his love for the woods and hunting. This the first of four episodes.

72. Gordon "Gordo" Dasher & Phil Robertson's Latest Book | Church Hurt: Suck It Up | Discipleship

Gordo joins us again to discuss joining Phil Robertson in writing his latest book, "I Could Be Wrong, But I Doubt It." Gordon had agreed to come back and talk about Church Hurt as well. Church Hurt hits ground zero with me! Unfortunately, I have first-hand experience. However, I am thankful for those trails now. I cannot get the twenty years I lost back. But I can make the most of the next twenty. I wish there would have been a Gordo or Todd Langdon there that would have grabbed me by the shirt collar and told me to "Suck It Up"! Moreover, who would have loved me through that period? We pray this episode will bless you and help you through the tricky times we experience within our church families.

71. WFR Men's Retreat | Being Obedient to Baptism | The Power of Surrendering and Confession

Bryan Robinson and Chad Garrett join us in this episode to talk about the affects of the WFR Men's Retreat. Though we cannot give away to much of the events of the weekend, Todd and I wanted to bring Bryan and Chad on to talk about what it meant to them individually. We also realized that we did not have enough time to cover everything that we wanted. We also talk about Bryan and I being baptized in the Ouachita River on the boat ramp at Phil and Kay Robertson's. Todd and I share about how God orchestrated that event and those involved. Obedience is a wonderful thing when following God's plan for our life. Though at times we wonder if we can make it through the day. We have God's promise that he will nerve leave us nor forsake us; he will never put more on us than we can bar; Philippians 4:13 I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.

70. Josh Cook & Clay McConnell | Peace after Baptism | Keys to Discipleship | How to Cut a Brisket

69. Jon and Todd | Ouachita River Baptisms | What Keeps You from Being Baptized | Labor Day

Todd and I talk about where we spent Labor Day weekend, why I was baptized again, who joined me, and who baptized us.