...as we know it? Since 2019, I've been podcasting and trying to bring a little light, encouragement, and inspiration through the Gifts for Glory Podcast, where we celebrate and promote men and women using their gifts for God's glory. All about #OGHG. Well, with my bride and I transitioning into full time ministry as US Missionaries, time and, frankly, desire, have dwindled. Also, resources have dwindled and I need to make personal cuts (no sponsors yet, so all this gloriousness has been out of ...
Jul 18, 2023•1 hr 10 min
Donna Carter is one “Mom with a Mission”, this Texas dynamo is passionate and articulate about protecting kids in schools and the law enforcement officers that ensure it. Do more than wonder what would happen if there were an active shooter at your child’s school. Go beyond the topic of gun control and have the conversation that protects kids and communities. We talk about Donna's organization, Going Ballistic, and the inspiration behind it, as we remember the tragedy at the Uvalde School on May...
Jun 02, 2023•51 min
Dr. James P. Johnston, DO, chose to go small during the pandemic and ensuing mandates. In North Carolina, two of the largest health giants threatened the livelihoods of their professional care-givers if they dared treat the unvaccinated. Dr. Johnston decided it was time to offer an alternative. We'll hear about his telemed services and how he's working to put "family" back in "family practice." Find more at yourhomemedicalcare.com, and read Dr. Johnston's blogs at yourhomemedicalcare.com/blog. W...
May 19, 2023•1 hr 10 min
Judd Saul is a family man, award-winning documentary filmmaker, including the 2021 film Enemies within the Church, which we highlighted that year with our guest Pastor Cary Gordon, link in the show notes, Judd is also an entrepreneur, and missionary who embarked on a call to action in Nigeria in 2011. He and his wife Sherry have 5 children, all of whom witnessed the vision unfold when Grandfather Duane Wessels invited Judd to join him on a mission trip. The trip changed Judd's life forever. He r...
Apr 21, 2023•1 hr
Becky Rasmussen Simmons is a victim advocate, TV personality, YouTuber, podcaster and founder of a successful nonprofit - Call to Freedom. She is well known in the Midwest for her advocacy since 2016 for anti-human trafficking. Mary Jackson is a survivor mentor and educator for those victimized by human trafficking, domestic violence, and sexual exploitation. She contributes vital expertise into survivor supportive services, as the Survivor Program Coordinator and serves on the Board of Director...
Apr 07, 2023•1 hr 26 min
Sherronna Bishop is a TV personality, YouTuber, podcaster, and patriot who became a household name in 2020 after working closely with politicians and campaigns all over the country. Sherronna has a passion for the truth and wants to share with the masses what’s really going on in our country. Her show, America’s Mom had over 10 million viewers last year alone, before the left blacklisted her on all major social media networks. Since then, she has been motivated even more to spread the truth of l...
Mar 18, 2023•1 hr
On this week's episode, Dave shares his story of how God has redeemed time lost to depression and suicidal ideations. For many years, Dave used comedy and humor to hide what he was battling, but now he uses comedy to point to Jesus. "I used to use comedy to hide who I was, now I use comedy to reveal Who He Is." -Dave Ebert If you or someone you know is wrestling with depression or suicidal ideations, please contact Dave directly at dave@gifts4glory.com. Connect: gifts4glory.com FB/IG/Twitter: @g...
Feb 22, 2023•1 hr
Eric Stephens is an ordained Pastor, Elder, Life Coach, Podcast Host, and Founder of Redwood Christian Ministries. His passion is to see people not only come alive in Christ, but also live a life for Him. This week, Eric shares his testimony of addiction, depression, and a suicide attempt and how Jesus delivered him and set him on the path to his work through Redwood. Dave was recently a guest on Eric's podcast, Rooted in Christ. Look for Rooted in Christ on your favorite podcast platform, or li...
Feb 15, 2023•1 hr 23 min
Welcome to February and our tribute to Black History Month. James Alford is an Christian leader, author, and filmmaker. He has been involved in Christian ministry and media for over a decade. He specializes in storytelling and revealing spiritual principles through teaching and media. In this week's show, we'll hear the story of Kingdom Authority Films, his books, and, most importantly, his testimony of how Jesus got ahold of him at a young age and put him on this path. Connect with James at: ja...
Feb 08, 2023•43 min
Cassidy and Clif Novak come to share their story and the story behind Cassidy's book, I Can I Have I Will: Blooming Through Life's Greatest Tragedies. To outsiders, this beautiful family of seven, including naturally conceived identical triplet girls, has it all and has the perfect life. However, to those that know these amazing people, we know that Clif and Cass have been through major trials in their lives and in their marriage. We'll hear those stories and how God has been faithful to heal an...
Feb 01, 2023•46 min
Youth Alive® assists churches to mobilize students to reach other students and to empower churches to connect with their local schools! Billy and Katy Willis are the US Missionaries to Youth Alive Illinois. After serving as Youth Directors for 12 years, they left their job and steady paycheck for the world of missionary service. In this week's episode, we'll hear all about Youth Alive, how it's growing in Illinois, and also hear their stories of how they found Jesus. Support Youth Alive - Illino...
Jan 25, 2023•46 min
Reverend Kevin McGary is the founder of Every Black Life Matters, an organization truly committed to fighting real racial issues across the nation. Rev. McGary, and his organization fight for black lives in America while pushing back against the lies that have crippled that segment of the population. His new book, "WokedUp” is an emphasis on the realities of what black America has gone through and helps you identify the real perpetrators behind the egregious lies! He attacks such issues ranging ...
Jan 11, 2023•42 min
Chuck & Wilma Lormis have been involved in missions in some form or fashion for most of their ministry lives. Although they had known each other through ministry venues for more than 20 years, it wasn't until April 2015 that God began to direct their paths together. They officially joined forces September 5, 2015, when they became husband and wife to serve Jesus and make Him known. They both share a passion for missions, believing that missions is not simply a program of the Church, rather, ...
Jan 04, 2023•39 min
Ted Jordan is an author, writer, director, and content producer based in St. Louis. We will be talking about his book, The Restorer: The Power Of Deception, Crossing Jordan Entertainment, faith, and his personal faith journey. Connect with Ted at: crossingjordanentertainment.com www.youtube.com/@CrossingJordanEntertainment ____________________ Connect with us! www.gifts4glory.com www.facebook.com/gifts4glory www.wellversedcomedy.com www.facebook.com/wellversedcmdy Become a Patron at www.patreon....
Dec 21, 2022•1 hr 5 min
Director, producer, editor Brian Anderson joins us to talk faith, film, and his latest release, East of Middle West. Check out the film at: eastofmiddlewest.com www.facebook.com/eastofmiddlewest www.youtube.com/channel/UCEcKTpFbBxGzi1vmGod3x8A www.instagram.com/eastofmiddlewest www.imdb.com/title/tt10837952 ____________________ Connect with us! www.gifts4glory.com www.facebook.com/gifts4glory www.wellversedcomedy.com www.facebook.com/wellversedcmdy Become a Patron at www.patreon.com/gifts4glory ...
Dec 15, 2022•42 min
Seth Holehouse is a TV personality, a YouTuber, Political Pundit and most importantly a Patriot, who made himself a household name with the video he uploaded on YouTube regarding voter fraud in the 2020 Presidential election. We’ll talk about some politics, the mid-term elections, and also hear about his faith journey. Connect with our guest at maninamerica.com. See his video, The Plot to Steal America, the viral video that put Seth Holehouse on the map. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rXtGItm1b...
Dec 14, 2022•53 min
Author, speaker, filmmaker, famous political commentator and lecturer, Mr. Trevor Loudon is one of the worlds foremost experts on anti-communism and anti-socialism. The author of 4 books, 3 films and host of “Counterpunch” on the Epoch Times, Mr. Trevor Loudon travels all over the world speaking at numerous engagements, conferences and lectures to promote Christianity, Free Markets, and limited Government. We will be talking about faith and hear his testimony. Connect at: www.facebook.com/Trevor...
Nov 30, 2022•47 min
Steve Warren is a successful business owner from America's Heartland. He created a successful nonprofit that emphasizes coding. He offers in a Christian environment and educational alternative to the university model that some would say is cheaper, better and higher quality. We'll hear the story of his business, his faith, and how he uses his gifts, talents and passions for God's Glory. Connect with Steve: codeflip.academy linkedin.com/in/warrenstephen/ youtube.com/watch?v=6tIWLDzI60g __________...
Nov 16, 2022•38 min
Jason Farley is an author and screenwriter in Spokane, WA. His popular podcast and blog The Westminster Confession of Funk (crosspolitic.com/jasonfarley) explore the crossroads of poetry and the Christian life. He is the general editor of Jovial Press (jovial-pub.com) and loves helping writers, especially poets, make it to publication. His latest venture is the CCO of the new streaming platform LOOR.TV. Loor is on a mission. Fighting the culture with great storytelling Unfiltered by Hollywood or...
Nov 02, 2022•1 hr 28 min
Our guest this week is Tom McElroy, a veteran of local productions in and around Chicago for over twenty years. He’s had parts in many Jeff Award-winning productions as well as Southside with You and The Dark Knight. Over the last two decades, Tom has also brought Christian actors together in a time of weekly prayer for the arts and for the city of Chicago. We’ll talk acting, EMP, and Tom’s story. Connect with Tom on tommcelroy.net and his IMDb page imdb.com/name/nm0568458. Connect: Tommcelroy.n...
Oct 26, 2022•1 hr 11 min
Human Trafficking is a pandemic that is plaguing our nation, and plaguing the entire world. Lee Gibson is a US Army Ranger Veteran and has worked in the intelligence community with over two decades of experience. Lee founded Relentless Pursuit Outreach and Recovery to join in the fight against human and sex trafficking. We will hear the amazing things God is doing through Lee and RPOR in the Kansas City area. We will talk RPOR, Lee's life, and hear his faith testimony. Connect with RPOR: rpor.or...
Oct 19, 2022•51 min
Author Kay Rubacek (Roo-Buh-check) is a celebrated author, award-winning filmmaker, and distinguished journalist for NTD/Epoch Times News. She is a third-generation fighter of communism. Her new book, “Who are China’s Walking Dead?” is a firsthand account of all of the oppression, violence and propaganda in China from real victims and their stories. We'll talk about her book, her fight against the evils of communism, and also her faith journey and how this faith helps her in this fight. Connect:...
Oct 13, 2022•1 hr 13 min
Ginny Brant's book Unleash Your God-Given Healing has won 5 awards and tells of her journey in fighting cancer. We will talk about her cancer journey and also hear her faith journey and how those journeys are inseparable. Connect with our guest: ginnybrant.com facebook.com/lifestylechangesbeatcancer instagram.com/ginnydentbrant ____________________ Connect with us! www.gifts4glory.com www.facebook.com/gifts4glory www.wellversedcomedy.com www.facebook.com/wellversedcmdy Become a Patron at www.pat...
Oct 05, 2022•51 min
We welcome back the talented and fun Candace Kirkpatrick to Gifts for Glory! We will be talking about acting, co-hosting the hit talk show The Christian View, and dive in to as much as we can about Vindication! We'll also hear her faith journey and how Jesus came into her life. Connect with Candace: candacekirkpatrick.com instagram.com/candacekirkpatrickactress imdb.me/candacekirkpatrick www.youtube.com/channel/UC0uPdF51gdm6ilSj6UE0npw Vindication: www.vindicationseries.com www.facebook.com/Vind...
Sep 28, 2022•56 min
The talented Peggy Schott, star of hit faith-based crime drama Vindication, joins Gifts for Glory to talk about acting, faith, Vindication Season 3, and who is in the body bag! (Probably not). But, we will talk about her faith and about her journey to the Lord. Connect: www.peggyschott.me www.IMDb.me/peggyschott Instagram: peggyschott.me Twitter: peggyschott_me www.imdb.me/peggyschott Vindication: www.vindicationseries.com www.facebook.com/VindicationSeries www.youtube.com/user/RettaVisionMP Joi...
Sep 21, 2022•43 min
Meggie Jenny is an award-winning actress, host, voice artist, and producer. She hosts the super fun show Meggie Rambles with Other People, and can be seen all over social media with her Reels with great insight for actors. We'll talk acting, hosting, and more, as well as hear her amazing story! Connect: www.facebook.com/MeggieJenny meggiejenny.com www.facebook.com/meggierambles www.imdb.com/name/nm7286860 www.facebook.com/RunningTheBasesMovie www.mindreadermovie.com ____________________ Connect ...
Sep 14, 2022•44 min
Jessica Colwell sits on the Board of Moms in the Making as Secretary and creative director. Moms in the Making® is a non-profit faith-based Christian infertility support group. We exist to support and encourage women on their journey to becoming a mom by sharing the hope and truth of God’s Word. Moms in the Making Conference is October 7-8, at Uncommon Church, Euless, TX. The 2022 Theme is “Blessed is She” based on Luke 1:45, “Blessed is she who has believed that the Lord would fulfill his promi...
Aug 31, 2022•46 min
April is a songwriter, singer, writer, podcast host, author, and live TV, and radio broadcaster. She has a fire and passion for the Lord and His people, and we'll talk about the many ways she is involved in lifting up and bringing together the Body of Christ. We'll hear about her many pursuits and hear her testimony. Connect: Facebook / Twitter / IG / Pinterest: @Aprildmetzler aprildmetzler.com YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCEHDZHjbxjIQ3UAI4CfU8-g ----------------------- If you like what we ...
Aug 24, 2022•48 min
Michael and Naomi (affectionately known as NOME) Rogers joined Well Versed Comedy in early spring 2022. They have worked and performed together in various theaters, including faith-based theater Overshadowed Theatrical Productions, located in Medinah, IL. They also run HIS STORY Productions, which is Naomi's one-woman show telling the story of Mary, Mother of Jesus. This conversation will be fun with this really fun and funny and talented couple! We'll talk faith, theater, performing, comedy, an...
Aug 17, 2022•58 min
Kelly loves to perform and is PUNbelievably excited to have joined the cast of Well Versed Comedy this spring. In this special edition of the Gifts for Glory Podcast, we talk with Kelly about her life on stage and about her faith journey. Connect: kelly.wellversedcomedy.com www.wellversedcomedy.com Facebook @wellversedcmdy Twitter/Instagram @wellversedcmdy Instagram @kelifornialove28 Twitter @Keliforniaaaa Connect with us! gifts4glory.com Facebook/Twitter/Instagram: @gifts4glory wellversedcomedy...
Aug 10, 2022•1 hr
