Ignite with Barry Meguiar
Barry Meguiar
What Happens When You Just Ask?
Barry MeguiarEpisode · 31 min · August 31, 2026
About this episode
What happens when you stop overthinking and simply ask, “Do you know Jesus?” In Part 2 of their conversation, Don Olszewski shares with Barry remarkable stories of ordinary conversations that became divine appointments—from grocery stores to hospital rooms. Hear how one simple question opened hearts, encouraged
believers, and created opportunities to share the Gospel. Discover why following the Holy Spirit’s nudge may be easier—and far more powerful—than you ever imagined. Host Barry Meguiar is a car guy and businessman who hosted the popular TV show, Car Crazy, on Discovery Networks for 18 years. He loves cars, but he loves Jesus even more! Learn more about Barry at IgniteAmerica.com Get your copy of Barry’s book Ignite Your Life: Defeat Fear with Effortless Faith at Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Books-A-Million, and other online booksellers. Learn more about: - Why obedience matters when sharing the Gospel - How we can work God into any conversation - Why 80% of Americans are looking for God - When we can use humor to share God’s message - How the Holy Spirit gives us a voice Check out Why Share? on IgniteAmerica.com to learn why it is important for every believer to share their faith. Then visit First Steps which provides practical ways to get started in your faith-sharing journey. Sign up to receive emails that will bring you solid faith-sharing tips and powerful inspiration.
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View all- 1Ignite Your Life!What does a car guy know about sharing your faith? Enough to help yours explode! You’ll take away practical tips from Barry Meguiar’s 40 years of walking with God — and learn how easy it is to share your faith with others. No training required!Host Barry Meguiar is a car guy and businessman who hosted the popular TV show, Car Crazy, on Discovery Networks for 18 years. He loves cars, but he loves Jesus even more!In this show, you’ll get answers to questions including:How can I experience more joy as a Christian?Is America a post-Christian nation?How many days could it take to ignite revival in America?Is it a sin if I’m not sharing my faith with others?What is the first thing I can do to start sharing God with someone today?What does it mean to “follow the nudge” and live in the FOG?Learn more and be inspired to share your faith from IgniteAmerica Certified Statistics. Our statistics are unparalleled! They represent the consensus of three or more highly regarded research studies, compiled from thousands of hours of in-depth research on all church-related studies, by Dr. Doug Petersen, Oxford Center for Mission Studies. See the findings here: https://igniteamerica.com/ignite-certified-statsVisit https://IgniteAmerica.com to access more resources — including the Ignite ePrayer app, Faith Sharing Stories, One Minute Inspirations, https://SeekingGod.org, and more!
- 2You’re in Full-Time MinistryIf you’re a Christian, you’re in full-time ministry. Everything you do is moving people closer to or further away from God. Get inspired to make faith-sharing #1 on your to-do list and see how the Holy Spirit speaks through you to change more lives! Host Barry Meguiar is a car guy and businessman who hosted the popular TV show, Car Crazy, on Discovery Networks for 18 years. He loves cars, but he loves Jesus even more! Get answers to questions including: What does the Great Commission really instruct Christians to do? What does the second greatest commandment have to do with faith-sharing? How many people in our population are unchurched unbelievers? What does it mean to be in full-time ministry? What has to change in our country if there’s going to be hope for America? How many encounters does it take with Christians before an unbeliever is ready to accept Jesus? Learn more from Scripture: The Great Commission – We are called to spread the gospel to the world. The greatest commandment – We must love God with all of our hearts. Romans 10:14 – People won’t hear the gospel unless we tell them. Ephesians 4:11 – Pastors equip believers for outreach. Revelation 2 – We are called to repent for not sharing our faith. Ezekiel 3:17 – God holds you responsible for those under your influence. John 3:16 – God promises eternal life to those who believe. Romans 8:28 – God promises to work everything in our lives together for His good. Visit Why Share on IgniteAmerica.com to learn why it is important for every believer to faithfully live God’s Great Commandment as a means to help move everyone, every day closer to Jesus. Faith Sharing Stories are video stories of people just like you having fun sharing their faith and helping to provide the spark of revival. Sign up to receive emails that will bring you practical faith-sharing tips and powerful inspiration.
- 3A Christian’s Secret JoyIf you claim to follow Jesus and don’t have joy, something’s wrong. But when you do, people will want to know your secret! Join Barry and special guest Eric Metaxas as they discuss how God fills you with joy when you pour into the lives of others.Host Barry Meguiar is a car guy and businessman who hosted the popular TV show, Car Crazy, on Discovery Networks for 18 years. He loves cars, but he loves Jesus even more!Hear from guest Eric Metaxas who is the New York Times #1 bestselling author of Fish Out of Water, Martin Luther, If You Can Keep It, Bonhoeffer, Miracles, Seven Women, Seven Men, and Amazing Grace. He has written more than thirty children’s books, and he is the host of the Eric Metaxas Radio Show — a nationally syndicated radio program heard in more than 120 cities around the U.S.Learn more about:The first time Eric had an opportunity to do comedyThe difference between joy and happinessWhy being a Christian is not religionHow got through the loss of his daughter nearly three years agoCheck out IgniteAmerica Certified Statistics:Our statistics are unparalleled! They represent the consensus of three or more highly regarded research studies, compiled from thousands of hours of in-depth research on all church-related studies, by Dr. Doug Petersen, Oxford Center for Mission Studies. See the findings here: igniteamerica.com/ignite-certified-statsFind resources to help ignite your faith and move everyone, every day closer to Jesus at IgniteAmerica.com — including the Ignite ePrayer app (available on the App Store and Google Play), Faith Sharing Stories, One Minute Inspirations, SeekingGod.org, and more. Sign up to receive emails that will deliver practical faith-sharing tips and powerful inspiration.
- 4The “First Work” of Every ChristianAfter you get saved, do you know what God has planned for your first work? It’s not prayer. Or reading the Bible. Or good works. It’s sharing your faith! When you tell others about God’s love, you not only reach the lost — you, too, are blessed. Host Barry Meguiar is a car guy and businessman who hosted the popular TV show, Car Crazy, on Discovery Networks for 18 years. He loves cars, but he loves Jesus even more! Get answers to questions including: Why are Christians not making faith-sharing their No. 1 task? Why is America in the mess we’re in today? Where does it say in Scripture that faith-sharing is a believer’s top priority? What do over 80% of Americans who are unchurched hope that Christians will do? What are some practical ways a Christian can show God’s love? How will God transform your life when you share your faith? Learn more from Scripture: Romans 10:15 – We must be sent by our pastors to share our faith. Revelation 2 – If you are not telling others about Jesus, you need to repent. Isaiah 43:10 – God has appointed us as His witnesses so that we will believe. Luke 12:12 – You’ll experience a deeper intimacy with God when you share your faith. 1 Peter 3:15 – Sanctifying God in your heart is all the preparation you need to have divine encounters. Visit Why Share on IgniteAmerica.com to learn why it is important for every believer to share their faith. Then visit First Steps which provides practical ways to get started in your faith-sharing journey. Sign up to receive emails that will bring you solid faith-sharing tips and powerful inspiration.
- 5Your Pain for God’s Glory“If a guy without arms and legs can be used by God to be His hands and feet, then God can use any willing heart.” Hear Nick Vujicic’s amazing testimony and how God can take our broken pieces and do something beautiful to be a witness – for His glory! Host Barry Meguiar is a car guy and businessman who hosted the popular TV show, Car Crazy, on Discovery Networks for 18 years. He loves cars, but he loves Jesus even more! Hear from guest Nick Vujicic who is an Australian-American born without arms or legs who has become a world-renowned speaker, New York Times best-selling author, coach, and entrepreneur. Nick is an anti-bullying advocate, has created an innovative Social Emotional Learning (SEL) Curriculum called “Attitude Is Altitude,” is the founder and CEO of the non-profit ministry Life Without Limbs, and hosts “The Nick Vujicic Podcast.” Learn more about: Nick's attempt to take his life at age 11 Trusting God and His plan for your life What Nick asked God for when he became a Christian When Nick knew he was born to be a speaker Not wasting your pain and growing through it Visit Why Share on IgniteAmerica.com to learn why it is important for every believer to faithfully live God’s Great Commandment as a means to help move everyone, every day closer to Jesus. Faith Sharing Stories are video stories of people just like you having fun sharing their faith and helping to provide the spark of revival. Sign up to receive emails that will bring you practical faith-sharing tips and powerful inspiration.
- 6What Faith Sharing Actually Looks LikeReal faith-sharing comes from real-life experiences and not a prepared speech! Learn from Barry Meguiar’s own stories — including conversations with a taxi driver, a group of strangers in an elevator, and a troubled young passenger on a plane. Host Barry Meguiar is a car guy and businessman who hosted the popular TV show, Car Crazy, on Discovery Networks for 18 years. He loves cars, but he loves Jesus even more! Get answers to questions including: Why were people attracted to Jesus when he lived on earth? What is it that attracts people to you when you share your faith? Why is it your fault if you’re feeling weak in your walk with the Lord? What are you missing out on if you’re not sharing your faith? What phrase can you work into conversations that will supercharge your faith sharing? What is helpful to remember if you’re anxious about having a conversation about Jesus? Learn more from: How Jesus is depicted in the popular series, The Chosen Why the message of Nehemiah 8:10 is good to think about An example of how to insert God into a conversation quickly and easily (without raising eyebrows) Visit Why Share? on IgniteAmerica.com to learn why it is important for every believer to share their faith. Then visit First Steps which provides practical ways to get started in your faith-sharing journey. Sign up to receive emails that will bring you solid faith-sharing tips and powerful inspiration.
- 7Following Jesus – Is It Boring?“Is it boring?” That’s what the CEO of MyPillow, Inc. asked his friend who had given his life to Christ. Today, guest Mike Lindell says people see the hope in him that he saw in his friend. Find out why and how now is the time to share your faith! Host Barry Meguiar is a car guy and businessman who hosted the popular TV show, Car Crazy, on Discovery Networks for 18 years. He loves cars, but he loves Jesus even more! Hear from guest Mike Lindell: Mike Lindell is the author of What Are the Odds? From Crack Addict to CEO. He is also the inventor and CEO of MyPillow, Inc. The Minnesota-based company has been in business for more than a decade and sold more than 46 million MyPillows. Lindell started the business in his garage with the help of his family. Learn more about: When Mike quit his addiction to drugs and why The day Mike fully surrendered his life to Jesus Christ How Mike's biggest fear became what he does today Why it's the best time in history to be alive Mike's go-to Bible verse for his life Check out Why Share? on IgniteAmerica.com to learn why it is important for every believer to share their faith. Then visit First Steps which provides practical ways to get started in your faith-sharing journey. Sign up to receive emails that will bring you solid faith-sharing tips and powerful inspiration.
- 8Faith Sharing Is a Team SportDid you know that faith-sharing isn’t just up to you? God has a team of people involved and everything happens according to His timing — not yours. Be encouraged to move everyone as close as you can to Jesus, and God will do the rest! Host Barry Meguiar is a car guy and businessman who hosted the popular TV show, Car Crazy, on Discovery Networks for 18 years. He loves cars, but he loves Jesus even more! Get answers to questions including: Why is it rare that someone accepts Christ with just one conversation? Why does it almost not matter what you say when you share your faith? What does Scripture say about faith sharing involving more than one person? Can you have fun while you’re sharing your faith? Why isn’t being a good person enough of a witness? How can even the hardest of hearts change? Learn more from: John 4:37 – It’s true that one person plants and another one harvests. The story of Jordan, a Jew who accepted Jesus — and then led others to Christ A pinball machine as an illustration of faith sharing Visit Why Share on IgniteAmerica.com to learn why it is important for every believer to faithfully live God’s Great Commandment as a means to help move everyone, every day closer to Jesus. Faith Sharing Stories are video stories of people just like you having fun sharing their faith and helping to provide the spark of revival. Sign up to receive emails that will bring you practical faith-sharing tips and powerful inspiration.
- 9Faith Sharing Starts with PastorsAccording to Barry: “Steve is the most un-standard, off-the-wall pastor that I know.” Find out why — and more about what a pastor’s faith sharing looks like — in this in-depth conversation with Steve Wilburn, Senior Pastor of Core Church Los Angeles. Host Barry Meguiar is a car guy and businessman who hosted the popular TV show, Car Crazy, on Discovery Networks for 18 years. He loves cars, but he loves Jesus even more! Hear from guest Steve Wilburn: Steve Wilburn is the Senior Pastor of Core Church Los Angeles, a church he and his wife Laurie planted on the Westside of LA in 2010. Core has continued growing at an incredible pace. Prior to planting Core, Steve was an associate Pastor at Harvest Christian Fellowship under Pastor Greg Laurie for fifteen years. His commitment to God’s Word and passion for the Gospel are evident in his enthusiastic, relevant style of teaching. He is heard on multiple radio stations 5 to 7 days a week. Learn more about: Where Steve gave his life to Christ Steve’s faith-sharing experience at In-N-Out Burger 3 radical things that happen when you ask Christ to come into your life How God sets up people to respond to an invitation to receive Christ What percentage of unchurched people in the U.S. want someone to tell them about Jesus Why pastors who aren’t encouraging their churches to share their faith should read Ezekiel 34 Check out IgniteAmerica Certified Statistics. Our statistics are unparalleled! They represent the consensus of three or more highly regarded research studies, compiled from thousands of hours of in-depth research on all church-related studies, by Dr. Doug Petersen, Oxford Center for Mission Studies. See the findings here: igniteamerica.com/ignite-certified-stats Find resources to help ignite your faith and move everyone, every day closer to Jesus at IgniteAmerica.com — including the Ignite ePrayer app (available on the App Store and Google Play), Faith Sharing Stories, One Minute Inspirations, SeekingGod.org, and more. Sign up to receive emails that will deliver practical faith-sharing tips and powerful inspiration.
- 10Two Commandments Fulfill All TenDid you know that you can fulfill all of the Ten Commandments by simply doing two of them? Find out how that’s possible. And learn how when you do, you’ll be set free from struggles that have held you back — and will move everyone, every day closer to Jesus! Host Barry Meguiar is a car guy and businessman who hosted the popular TV show, Car Crazy, on Discovery Networks for 18 years. He loves cars, but he loves Jesus even more! Get answers to questions including: What is God’s purpose for creating us? What does God’s love compel us to do? How does the most important of the Ten Commandments help us to stop struggling? Why don’t we have to work on all of the Ten Commandments? How do you know when you are loving your neighbour as yourself? What is the most important thing in life to do? Learn more: Why it’s human nature to share what we’re excited about — like the great hamburger you may have had last night How faith-sharing will move from an obligation to sheer joy when you start by loving God first How Barry influenced a man he’d never met to give his life to Jesus — and start sharing his faith Visit Why Share on IgniteAmerica.com to learn why it is important for every believer to faithfully live God’s Great Commandment as a means to help move everyone, every day closer to Jesus. Faith Sharing Stories are video stories of people just like you having fun sharing their faith and helping to provide the spark of revival. Sign up to receive emails that will bring you practical faith-sharing tips and powerful inspiration.
- 11Scientific Truth Explodes Your FaithHave you bought into the lie that science and faith are at odds? Listen in as guest Eric Metaxas shares what he learned while writing his newest book — Is Atheism Dead? — and how knowing what we believe is the truth will ignite your faith sharing! Host Barry Meguiar is a car guy and businessman who hosted the popular TV show, Car Crazy, on Discovery Networks for 18 years. He loves cars, but he loves Jesus even more! Hear from guest Eric Metaxas: Eric Metaxas is the New York Times #1 bestselling author of Fish Out of Water, Martin Luther, If You Can Keep It, Bonhoeffer, Miracles, Seven Women, Seven Men, and Amazing Grace. He has written more than thirty children’s books, and he is the host of the Eric Metaxas Radio Show — a nationally syndicated radio program heard in more than 120 cities around the U.S. Learn more about: Eric’s latest book — Is Atheism Dead? The odds that someone can believe there is no God and no Creator of the universe The evidence that will make you bolder in your faith sharing Why science and faith are actually not at odds The examples of two of the most famous atheists: Jean-Paul Sartre and Albert Camus Visit Why Share on IgniteAmerica.com to learn why it is important for every believer to faithfully live God’s Great Commandment as a means to help move everyone, every day closer to Jesus. Faith Sharing Stories are video stories of people just like you having fun sharing their faith and helping to provide the spark of revival. Sign up to receive emails that will bring you practical faith-sharing tips and powerful inspiration.
- 12Count It All Joy!When you’re under attack, God says to count it all joy and to give Him the glory. But how do you do that? We’re going to tell you how He will use your faith — even in the midst of your struggles —to move everyone watching you closer to Jesus! Host Barry Meguiar is a car guy and businessman who hosted the popular TV show, Car Crazy, on Discovery Networks for 18 years. He loves cars, but he loves Jesus even more! Get answers to questions including: What percentage of unchurched people are looking for someone to tell them about God? Who is living in fear the most — Christians or non-Christians? What in our lives can cause us to have a childlike faith? Why are millions of Christians not having their prayers answered? What does it look like to have unwavering faith? How does God work through us even while we’re in a bad place? Learn more from: IgniteAmerica.com’s “Take It to the Bank” statistics that document the state (or decline) of Christianity in America. Find them here: igniteamerica.com/ignite-certified-stats Barry’s revelation and the lesson God taught him after praying for a troubling situation for two and a half years Proverbs 3:5-6: Trusting the Lord with your whole heart James 1:5: God promises to answer your prayers unless you’re worrying Romans 8: Our present sufferings are not worth comparing with the glory revealed to us in heaven Get resources to help ignite your faith and move everyone, every day closer to Jesus at IgniteAmerica.com — including the Ignite ePrayer app (available on the App Store and Google Play), Faith Sharing Stories, One Minute Inspirations, SeekingGod.org, and more. Sign up to receive emails that will deliver practical faith-sharing tips and powerful inspiration.
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