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The First Things First

Helton Pereira
Fire Service
Christian Faith
Mental Health
Firefighting
Forged In Darkness
Faith In the Firehouse
Faith
Fire Department
Next Rung
The First Things First
Family
Suffer Up
Christianity
Jesus Christ
Mighty Oaks Foundation
Pensacola, United States
Thin Line Believers
Law Enforcement
First Things First
Diary Of a Probie

The First Things First is a show created to help firefighters prioritize faith, family, fitness, and firefighting. It features real stories of struggle and recovery as guests share how putting the right things in the right order in their lives helped them fall in love and stay in love with the fire service.

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On this episode, I have a conversation with Captain Jeremie Humphrey about stepping into firefighting later in life, the importance of peer support, mental health, and faith-based resilience. This heartfelt discussion offers practical advice for fire... more

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In this episode, Derek Carlisle and I explore the intersection of faith and mental health, emphasizing that struggles are part of the human experience even for Christians. We shared personal stories, biblical insights, and practical tips for... more

On this episode I had a great conversation with Adam Kowing, a law enforcement officer who may not wear the same uniform as me, but has a similar mission on his front line; Which is to encourage men to be bold in their faith and live out their God-gi... more

In this episode, I invited my friend Jamie Bryce to share his powerful journey of faith, resilience, and hope after experiencing the devastating loss of his children in a house fire. Jamey's story not only hit close to home because of our friendship,... more

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Jeremie Humphrey
Captain, Joplin Fire Department; regional co-peer support coordinator for Missouri's 4th District; active in peer support and firefighter mental health advocacy
Joplin Fire Department; Missouri 4th District Peer Support
Episode: Episode 28 - Embracing Purpose, Peer Support, and Faith in Fire Service - Jeremie Humphrey
Adam Kowing
Law enforcement officer and founder of Thin Line Believers
Thin Line Believers
Episode: Episode 26: Thin Line Believers - Adam Kowing
Jamie Bryce
Husband, father, fitness coach, wrestling coach
Self/Family
Episode: Episode 25: Jamey Brice
Nichole O'Donnell
Firefighter, author of Diary of a Probie, Turning Setbacks into Strengths
Fire Engineering Books (publisher)
Episode: Episode 24: The Salty Rookie - Nichole O'Donnell
Preston Lyons
Firefighter, podcaster, and leadership advocate; founder of The Overhaul/Relentless Rejects/Overhaul Collective
Overhaul Collective
Episode: Episode 23: The Overhaul - Preston Lyons
Tanner Carroll
Texas-based firefighter, husband, father, podcast host, and Mighty Oaks program alum
Fire service, Mighty Oaks Foundation
Episode: Episode 22: The Dad Shift - Tanner Carroll
Colby Rich
Firefighter, pastor, author, and podcaster behind To Lead and Lead Like a Real Man
To Lead / Lead Like a Real Man
Episode: Episode 21: Called to Lead - Colby Rich
Daniel Allis
Founder of Faith in the Firehouse, firefighter, andpodcast host
Faith in the Firehouse
Episode: Episode 20: Faith in the Firehouse - Daniel Allis
Nate Beuschel
Firefighter in Florida, ultra runner, founder of Suffer Up
Suffer Up
Episode: Episode 18: Suffer-Up -Nate Beuschel

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Helton Pereira
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Episode 10: Called, Crushed, and Qualified - Blake Stinnett
Q: How can someone discern if they are being called to continue in the fire service or move on?
Prayer, scripture, and a close look at one's relationship with God guide decisions; also, practical conversations with spouses and mentors help assess fit and timing for transitions.
Episode 11: Rescue by Faith Through Faith - Jason Sautel
Q: How did your experiences shape your view of faith and your role in the fire service?
Working through trauma showed him that his purpose was to show up for others and to use his gifts to help people, which aligned with a calling to live out faith in daily firefighting tasks rather than seeking personal glory.
Episode 23: The Overhaul - Preston Lyons
Q: What sparked your decision to shift from a solitary focus to a leadership and culture-building role within the fire service?
A combination of attending conferences, meeting mentors, and realizing that the message needed to be about solutions and community, not just problems. He found that leadership comes from helping others grow and building a culture that supports continuous improvement.
Episode 27: Jesus & Mental Health - Derrick Carlisle
Q: What practical steps do you recommend to start addressing mental health in daily life?
Prayer, five-five-five routine (five minutes prayer, five minutes in the Word, five minutes of worship), staying connected through worship music, and seeking counseling when needed.
Episode 27: Jesus & Mental Health - Derrick Carlisle
Q: How do you reconcile being a Christian with having mental health issues?
Acknowledges that believers will struggle; faith doesn't remove problems, but provides a framework and support through God, prayer, scripture, and community.

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This show centers on firefighters who prioritize faith, family, fitness, and service, sharing real stories of struggle, resilience, and growth. Across episodes, listeners hear how faith-informed practices—mentorship, community support, spiritual disciplines, and faith-based wellness programs—help veterans navigate burnout, injury, loss, and trauma while staying connected to the fire service. Guests range from career firefighters and chaplains to authors and mentors who emphasize leadership with integrity, accountability, and service to colleagues. A notable throughline is turning adversity into purposeful action, often with practical tips for personal development, department culture, and faith-integrated wellness. The format tends to blend ... more

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Recent guests on The First Things First include:

1. Jeremie Humphrey
2. Adam Kowing
3. Jamie Bryce
4. Nichole O'Donnell
5. Preston Lyons
6. Tanner Carroll
7. Colby Rich
8. Daniel Allis

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