Better Equipped with Cody Balch
We all have areas in our lives that need personal growth and transformation. Here at Better Equipped, I (Cody) desire to help better equip you for your journey of faith and pursuit of God’s will for your life. The good news is that Jesus has done the heavy lifting, but we must keep our hearts open to His grace and truth that changes us from the inside out. Feel free to reach out anytime at: betterequippedwithcody@gmail.com
Episodes
77 episodes
Anxious For Nothing in 2025 - Matthew 6:25-34
Do you struggle with the temptation to be anxious or worried? Me too! Stats are at an all time high in our society to worry, even though we have more food and better shelter/amenities than in human history. Why is this? Jesus has some things to...
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A "Faith & Finances" Conversation with author and mentor, Michael Perez
Cody Balch sits down with author and mentor, Michael Perez, to discuss the often separated topics of "faith" and "finances". Are they meant to stay separated? If not separated, then how should they look when brought ...
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Trusting God when He calls you to live outside of your COMFORT ZONE - w/ author: Bryan Crum
If you were blessed by this conversation, you can connect further with both Bryan Crum and Cody Balch:To learn more about Bryan Crum and his "Neighbor, Love Yourself" content, please visit:Website:
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Consider your résumé GARBAGE! - The Apostle Paul explains WHY in Philippians 3:1-11
As humans, we love to gain self confidence and even boast in our achievements, merits, and résumé. The apostle Paul reminds us that, unfortunately, our human/earthly résumé is as good as garbage when it comes to its value or ability to earn us ...
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How to have a THRIVING marriage? - Grace for the Homefront with Cody & Micah Balch - Episode #2
Do you want to have a thriving marriage now, or for those of you who aren't married, do you want a thriving marriage in your future marriage? There is only one way to have a thriving marriage, and that is by living out God's design for marriage...
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That time my husband confessed his porn addiction to me... - With special guest, Micah Balch
In this Finding Freedom episode, Garrett Murphy interviews Cody's wife, Micah Balch as she shares about the time when Cody first confessed his porn addiction to her and tells us all about what happened next! We know that this conversation will ...
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Grace for the Homefront with Cody & Micah Balch - Episode #1
Welcome to the VERY FIRST episode of this brand new Better Equipped segment called, "Grace for the Homefront"! This segment is hosted by your very own, Cody Balch and his extraordinary wife, Micah. We deeply desire to help encourage and equip y...
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My Prayer for Pride Month
As followers of Jesus, we are called to show love, compassion, and grace, even while we hold unswervingly to the truth of God's word. Christians should not affirm ANY type of sin, but we also should NOT stop loving our neighbor in the process. ...
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Needing Those People & Being That Person - Philippians 2:19-30
The Apostle Paul uses his real life examples of Timothy and Epaphroditus to invite us in more deeply to how interdependent believers should be toward one another. We need caring believers in our life, and we need to be a disciple of Jesus who d...
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Combating Sex Trafficking through Cyber Patrols, Ai, and Freedom from Porn with Guest: Nick Lembo
What does Ai, Cyber Patrols, and Freedom from Porn all have to do with combating sex trafficking? Well, quite a bit, and in this episode Garrett and Cody host a special guest from the Christian organization "Street Grace" named, Nick Lembo. Nic...
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SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT! Finding Freedom is NOW LIVE and ready to help you be Better Equipped!
We are here to help equip you through the grace and truth of Jesus in the places of your life and faith where you need it the most. Please visit our website (listed below) to get connected to the resources that you or your loved one needs, and ...
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Asking OSU College Students: "What do you think about Jesus?"
If you asked the people in your life (co-workers, neighbors, family, friends, etc...) "What do you think about Jesus?", what do you think they would say? There's only one way to find out! I decided to go on The Ohio State University's campus to...
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What does "work out your salvation with fear and trembling" mean? - Philippians 2:12-18
Has this verse ever scared or confused you? What does it mean to "work out your salvation with fear and trembling"? Do we have to earn our salvation?? I thought that only Jesus could save us through His grace? Cody will tackle this passage and ...
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What is the ministry of Better Equipped with Cody Balch?
WHAT IS BETTER EQUIPPED?I (Cody Balch) am passionate about helping people be Better Equipped with the grace and truth of Jesus, and I do this through 2 primary methods: First and foremost, through relational discipleship, meeting people...
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Help Me Celebrate This Ministry's 1 Year Anniversary!
Help me celebrate the ONE YEAR ANNIVERSARY of the ministry of Better Equipped!I am so grateful for ALL the many ways that God has used the first year of this ministry to help people be Better Equipped with the grace and truth of Jesus! ...
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Cody's 7 year old daughter, Esther, talks about her faith!
I had the incredible privilege of sitting down in my Super Shed to have a fun conversation with my 7 year old daughter, Esther, about Queen Esther in the Bible, and I also got the chance to see where she is currently at in her personal faith jo...
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A Quick Message from Cody
I am passionate about helping people be Better Equipped with the grace and truth of Jesus, and I do this through 2 primary methods: First and foremost, I do this through relational discipleship, meeting people’s spiritual needs exactly where th...
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Philippians 2:1-11 - Do you model your attitude after Christ's example of LOVE & HUMILITY?
Jesus' example of love, sacrifice, servitude, and humility are astounding to say the least, and what is even more astonishing is that He calls us to have the same mindset and attitude as He did! His example is clear, but you are going to need t...
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Asking OSU College Students: What is the meaning of EASTER?
Is Easter all about bunnies, eggs, and family dinners, OR is it truly all about the RESURRECTION of Jesus Christ that changes everything? I take this question onto The Ohio State University's campus to talk with some college students. E...
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HEY CHRISTIANS 📣 Are you living a life worthy of the Gospel? - Philippians 1:27-30
Are you conducting your life in a manner worthy of the Gospel of Jesus Christ? What does that even mean and what would that practically look like? The Apostle Paul uses this language in his letter to the Philippians in chapter 1 verse 27-30, an...
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👉 Practical Tips on Sharing Your Faith 🗣️🕺🏻💃🏻
20 Practical Tips On Sharing Your Faith1. IT STARTS WITH PRAYER: Only God can change a heart, so prayer to God is your most effective method for evangelism. 2. IDENTIFY YOUR FEARS: Do the work as a disciple to clearly identi...
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Purpose in pain and to die is gain! 💪🏼 Philippians 1:19-26 - Verse by Verse with Better Equipped
What is your purpose in life? What is your purpose in pain? Do you fear death or think that death (in Christ) will only be gain for you, as you will inherit eternal life? The Apostle Paul, who writes this letter to the Philippians while sitting...
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💙 A conversation of faith with my 5 year old son, Jude 👦
My 5 year old son, Jude, has been clamoring and persistently asking for he and I to film a healthy conversation together for the ministry of Better Equipped, and boy did we have fun with it! I pray that this conversation brings light and joy to...
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🤺 What to do about Jealous & Competitive Christians or Churches? - Philippians 1:15-18
It deeply saddens me to see Christians or Churches be jealous or competitive toward other Christians or Churches, but according to the Apostle Paul, it is nothing new, as he experienced this issue while he was stuck in a Roman prison for sharin...
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