The One Day Closer Podcast with Jay Fassbender
Welcome to the One Day Closer Podcast, my name is Jay. This podcast discusses my illness and my journey from completely healthy to being a complete quadriplegic and back but more importantly how Faith in Jesus and the power of positive thinking can change your life and path you take. I ask that you join me as I journey through life battling a rare disease and seek spiritual growth to live the best possible life daily.
Episodes

Monday Aug 04, 2025
One Day Closer Season 4 Episode 3 : Seeking God’s purpose daily
Monday Aug 04, 2025
Monday Aug 04, 2025
Join host Jay in the latest episode of the One Day Closer podcast as he shares an inspiring and heartfelt update on his journey through health struggles and the power of faith. After a period of illness, Jay opens up about his recent health improvements, attributing his recovery to the power of prayer and faith. He also reflects on a memorable summer spent with his grandson Niko, highlighting the importance of family, shared experiences, and finding joy amidst challenges. In addition to personal stories, Jay delves into the spiritual realization of God's plan for him, illustrating how prayer and divine purpose have guided him through life’s toughest trials. He emphasizes the importance of living life to the fullest, seeking God’s purpose daily, and sharing love with others. This episode encourages listeners to find their unique spirit and live it, underscoring the transformative power of faith and prayer.

Friday Jun 27, 2025
The One Day Closer Podcast Season 4 Episode 2
Friday Jun 27, 2025
Friday Jun 27, 2025
Hey Everybody and welcome to my podcast. In this episode I discuss the ongoing issues I'm having trying to get the needed medication infusions I require every two weeks and ask the question is our healthcare system broken ? I also continue with part 2 of a message on Gods grace and forgiveness and share my thoughts and personal experience. I give a preview of something I have wanted to do for a long time and hopefully will start soon. Thank you for joining me on this journey and the continued love and support. Never forget to have faith in Jesus and remember to Live Your Spirit ! J

Friday Jun 13, 2025
The One Day Closer Podcast Season 4 Episode 1
Friday Jun 13, 2025
Friday Jun 13, 2025
Hey everybody and welcome to the Season 4 opening episode of my podcast. After a nice 8 week break I am so happy to return with excitement for things to come. I have been called to share the story of my miracle and to spread some love and positivity this crazy world. In this episode I talk about what life has been like over this recent break and share a story of why we should trust God's plan even when we don't understand why things happen to us. Next in honor of Men's health month I share a few thoughts for us guys maintaining our mental, physical, and spiritual health. The episode winds down with a discussion on God's grace and the power that it gives us. I am so thankful for the ongoing support and encouragement for me on this Journey and I want everyone to know I really appreciate each and every person who chooses to listen and also share my podcast in an effort to make the world a little bit better. Always have faith in Jesus and remember .... Live Your Spirit !!!!! J

Monday Apr 07, 2025
The one Day Closer Podcast Season 3 Episode 10 (season finale)
Monday Apr 07, 2025
Monday Apr 07, 2025
Hey Everybody and welcome to the Season finale of my podcast. It's been another amazing season of sharing my miracle and how through that, my faith and relationship with Jesus has grown. I am so blessed to have this opportunity and it's one I don't take lightly. In this episode I recap my return to Rock N Roll Fantasy camp and how it has affected me. I discuss how each of us have our own miracles everyday if we just open our hearts and minds and how God will use trials in our lives to help us grow. I wrap things up with asking y'all to give love, grace, and mercy to each other just as Jesus has given us. I will be taking a break from Podcasting for 6-8 weeks, but when I return for season 4 I will have some wonderful changes to share and what I believe is the next step in what God has directed me to do. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for the love and encouragement shown to me, it reminds me that my Podcast is making a difference in this world and people are finding faith in Jesus again ! Stay safe , always have Faith in Jesus and remember..... Live Your Spirit !!!! Love to All J

Thursday Mar 13, 2025
The One Day Closer Podcast Season 3 Episode 9
Thursday Mar 13, 2025
Thursday Mar 13, 2025
Hey everybody and welcome to my Podcast, I'm grateful to have you join me. In this episode I talk about some sad news I received recently that has me reflecting on my own mortality. I then share great news about something coming up in the near future that has me so excited I just had to share. I finish with a discussion about how God will fight our battles, we only need to be calm and trust in him. This year has brought me things I never thought I would be dealing with, but I have to remind my self that God is in control and that brings me peace. Peace that things will workout the way they are meant to be and I only need to do my part and God will do his. Thanks as always for joining me on this journey and know I am truly grateful for everyone. I was called to share my story and most days I feel like I don't even know what I'm doing but God instructed me to share my story and I will continue to follow his will. Love to all ....... J

Wednesday Feb 26, 2025
The One Day Closer Podcast Season 3 Episode 8
Wednesday Feb 26, 2025
Wednesday Feb 26, 2025
Hey everybody and welcome to my podcast. In this episode is the return of Christy and a continuation of her view of this journey from a caregivers perspective. Christy shares some valuable advice for anyone who cares for a loved one who is suffering from severe illness or injury. Her experience is as much heartbreaking as it is inspirational and that's why I believe it's so important for her to share this information with the world. Please share this episode with someone who faces the same obstacles and may be struggling as a caregiver. Remember self care is absolutely necessary for the caregiver to be able to survive the trauma of being in that role. As always I want to thank you for joining me on this journey, please know that I appreciate each and every one of you. The love that is continually shown to me is truly the wind beneath my wings as I through faith in Jesus, live my life with this disease everyday refusing give up. Remember to Live Your Spirit !!! Love to all .... J

Tuesday Feb 11, 2025
The One Day Closer Podcast Season 3 Episode 7
Tuesday Feb 11, 2025
Tuesday Feb 11, 2025
Hey Everybody and welcome to my Podcast. February is Multi Focal Motor Neuropathy ( MMN ) awareness month. MMN is a very rare Neuromuscular disease that affects 0.6 people out of 100,000 and one I contracted in December 2020. I dedicated this episode to providing an in depth explanation of what it is and how its diagnosed and how its treated all in an effort to raise awareness. I also discuss how my case fits in with this information. I hope that you find this episode educational and informative and please share with others as early detection and diagnosis is very vital for patients on this journey. Thank you for joining me as I share my testimony of the greatness of God! I am blessed beyond measure with great family and friends who encourage and cheer for me everyday. I pray 2025 brings you peace, love, joy, happiness, prosperity and draws you closer to Jesus. Love to all..... J

Monday Jan 13, 2025
The One Day Closer Podcast Season 3 Episode 6
Monday Jan 13, 2025
Monday Jan 13, 2025
Hey everybody and welcome to the first episode of 2025. I am happy to announce the return of my wife Christy !!!!! In this episode she shares her memories and thoughts on the early stages of this journey and the importance of caregivers caring for themselves and the lessons learned the hard way. I am so thankful to have a strong woman by my side during these times to fight for my survival even when I couldn't fight for myself. Thank you for joining me as I share my testimony of the greatness of God! I am blessed beyond measure with great family and friends who encourage and cheer for me everyday. I pray 2025 brings you peace, love, joy, happiness, prosperity and draws you closer to Jesus. Love to all..... J

Sunday Dec 29, 2024
The One Day Closer Podcast Season 3 Episode 5
Sunday Dec 29, 2024
Sunday Dec 29, 2024
Hey Everybody and welcome to the last episode of 2024. I share my thoughts on another year passing and my hopes for the New Year. Thank you for making 2024 such an uplifting year for me as I share my story and testimony with the world. I pray the New Year brings you peace, love, joy, happiness, prosperity and draws you closer to Jesus. Love to all..... J

Tuesday Dec 03, 2024
The One Day Closer Podcast Season 3 Episode 4
Tuesday Dec 03, 2024
Tuesday Dec 03, 2024
Hey Everybody and welcome to my Podcast, Last episode I started a 5 part interview with my wife as she shares her side of this journey. Sadly my hard drive crashed and the remaining interview was lost and I will be interviewing her again soon. In this episode I discuss my thoughts on finding happiness in this world and how finding true thankfulness in every moment has changed my life. I really appreciate you joining me and sharing my testimony and journey with others. Peace and Love J.





