Insights of Wesley Farnsworth

Faith, Recovery, Real Conversations

Welcome to the Insights of Wesley Farnsworth.

A one-stop shop to find all blog posts that highlight recent podcast interviews, talk about recent speaking engagements, or just regular reflections or announcements from Christian speaker and author Wesley Farnsworth.

No matter what the post is, each one is written with one goal in mind: to remind you that transformation is possible and that God can rebuild what feels beyond repair.

Unmasking Self-Sabotage, Authentic Faith Beyond Performative Christianity, performative happiness, When Your Past Tries to Define You Again
Your past doesn’t argue—it reminds. And over time, those reminders can become identity if you’re not careful.
man praying alone struggling with surface faith and seeking intimacy with God
Surface faith may look strong on the outside, but it often hides an empty inner life. This episode explores how to build real intimacy with God.
From Hiding to Helping, The Fear of Being Found Out, The Prison of Perfection, call to courage
From hiding to helping is the shift that happens when honesty stops being only about relief and starts becoming a way to serve others. This episode explores how God redeems a story instead of wasting it.
Seeing the Unseen
A recap from my visit to St. Paul’s Church in Cedar Falls on April 12, 2026 where I taught on feeling unseen, the lost coin parable, and how we’re called to pursue others with intention.
Faith After Adversity: Scott Arias shares his story on Unmasked
A Navy veteran, entrepreneur, and amputee, Scott Arias opens up about losing his leg, battling addiction, and discovering that God can turn detours into purpose.
From Hiding to Helping, The Fear of Being Found Out, The Prison of Perfection, call to courage
The call to courage often starts quietly—when silence no longer feels wise, only heavy. This episode explores fear, honesty, obedience, and the next faithful step.
From Hiding to Helping, The Fear of Being Found Out, The Prison of Perfection, call to courage
The prison of perfection looks admirable from the outside, but it quietly drains people from the inside. This episode breaks down why perfection blocks honesty and delays healing.
Wesley Farnsworth on The Journey Podcast
Wesley recently sat down with David Hackett, host of The Journey podcast, to talk about the self imposed pressures he felt growing up, his journey in Celebrate Recovery, and the importance of accountability in your life.
Kingdom Minded Podcast host Shane Blackledge interviews Wesley Farnsworth.
Wesley Farnsworth joins The Kingdom Minded Podcast to talk about addiction, recovery, and obedience to God’s call. From growing up as a pastor’s kid to leading others through redemption and purpose, this honest conversation embodies what it means to live Kingdom-minded.
The Kimberly Cloud Show interviewing Author Wesley Farnsworth
A candid, 30-minute conversation on The Kimberly Cloud Show about codependency, a 20-year porn addiction, and how Celebrate Recovery sparked real change—plus military stories, Obama’s inauguration, and a nonprofit calling. Now streaming; DCTV (Washington, DC) airing in November, date TBA.
Wesley Farnsworth on The Black Sheep Christian Podcast
Wesley joins the Black Sheep Christian Podcast to talk about faith, fear, and finding purpose beyond pain. In this heartfelt interview, he opens up about addiction, recovery, and the hope of God’s redemptive work — reminding us that no story is too broken for grace to rebuild.
Wesley Farnsworth on Insights & Straight Talk with Rodd Duff,
In this powerful conversation with Rodd Duff, Wesley shares how faith and failure can work together to build purpose. From confronting shame to finding redemption through community, this episode explores what it truly means to change your stars and trust God’s blueprint for your life.
Seeing the Unseen
A recap from my visit to St. Paul’s Church in Cedar Falls on April 12, 2026 where I taught on feeling unseen, the lost coin parable, and how we’re called to pursue others with intention.
The Church as a Hospital | Cedar Falls Christian Church Sermon
A recap of “The Church as a Hospital” at Cedar Falls Christian Church from Matthew 11:28–30, exploring how the church must welcome the weary and reflect the gentle heart of Jesus.
why are we still sitting here, st Pauls chuch
At St. Pauls this morning, I shared “Why Are We Still Sitting Here?” from Mark 16:15 and 2 Kings 7. A message about bold obedience, movement, and refusing to let fear keep the church seated when God is calling us to go.
Sacred Isn't Always Spiritual | Cedar Falls Church Sermon
A sermon recap from Cedar Falls Christian Church exploring why tradition must never replace obedience to the Holy Spirit—and how churches can courageously follow God’s leading.
Stronger Together: Don’t Fight Alone | St. Paul’s Church Cedar Falls
This past Sunday at St. Paul’s Church in Cedar Falls, I shared a message on why faith was never meant to be lived alone. Rooted in Proverbs 27:17, the sermon explored how healing, growth, and freedom happen best in community—not isolation.
Navigating Life by Your North Star | St. Pauls Sermon
A recap of my sermon at St. Pauls Church on Hebrews 12:2—how to realign your life when distractions, drift, and dark seasons hit.
Unprepared Christmas sermon preached at St. Paul’s Church in Cedar Falls, Iowa
A heartfelt recap of my Unprepared Christmas sermon at St. Paul’s Church in Cedar Falls, reminding us that God works through willingness, not readiness.
Heaven’s Lens sermon recap at Cedar Falls Christian Church—calling over credentials
Heaven’s lens invites us to evaluate people and decisions the way God does—by the heart, not the resume. A recap from my third Sunday at Cedar Falls Christian Church.
Unmasking Self-Sabotage, Authentic Faith Beyond Performative Christianity, performative happiness, When Your Past Tries to Define You Again
Your past doesn’t argue—it reminds. And over time, those reminders can become identity if you’re not careful.
man praying alone struggling with surface faith and seeking intimacy with God
Surface faith may look strong on the outside, but it often hides an empty inner life. This episode explores how to build real intimacy with God.
From Hiding to Helping, The Fear of Being Found Out, The Prison of Perfection, call to courage
From hiding to helping is the shift that happens when honesty stops being only about relief and starts becoming a way to serve others. This episode explores how God redeems a story instead of wasting it.
Faith After Adversity: Scott Arias shares his story on Unmasked
A Navy veteran, entrepreneur, and amputee, Scott Arias opens up about losing his leg, battling addiction, and discovering that God can turn detours into purpose.
From Hiding to Helping, The Fear of Being Found Out, The Prison of Perfection, call to courage
The call to courage often starts quietly—when silence no longer feels wise, only heavy. This episode explores fear, honesty, obedience, and the next faithful step.
AI-generated image of a speaking engagement with author and speaker Wesley Farnsworth presenting on stage to a live audience.
Wesley Farnsworth is now booking podcast interviews and speaking engagements for 2026. His messages on faith, failure, and recovery, help audiences rediscover purpose and hope through God's redemptive plan.