Bridging the Gap Podcast

Episode 75: Healing is Always God’s Will w/ Rev. Martha Tennison

June 28, 2024 18:32 - 29.8 MB

Episode 75: a conversation with pastor, evangelist, and mother of Allen Tennison, Ph.D., Martha Tennison, and our podcast guest host, Kristen Ostrem. In this episode, Martha shares miraculous stories of healing, as well as what she means by the term “praying through.” You will hear her recount stories of faith and healing and how to have faith when what you are praying for does not seem to be reality. You’ll want to be ready to take notes, as Martha interjects profound phrases throughout th...

Episode 74: A Story of Tension, Surrender, & Redemption w/ Joe & Jen Anderson

June 14, 2024 21:25 - 51.9 MB

Episode 74: a conversation pastors, parents, speakers Joe & Jen Anderson and our podcast host, Mykelti Blum. Joe is also the founder of Surrender Ministries. In this episode, Joe and Jen share their testimonies–Joe on overcoming addiction and Jen about a difficult time in their marriage and how they reunited after years of separation. Their story involves twists and turns, surrender, and forgiveness. This episode is a real and honest conversation about what it means to truly give everything...

Episode 73: Did You Know You Have a Call? w/ Pam Lund

May 24, 2024 19:35 - 34.2 MB

Episode 73: a conversation with ordained minister, encourager of people, and the Director of the Minnesota School of Ministry (MNSOM), Pastor Pam Lund, and our podcast host, Mykelti Blum. Pam shares the joys of watching people pursue God’s call on their lives. The two discuss ways to fight against the lies of being unqualified for God’s plan. Pam also encourages listeners to remember that God has unique work for us to do and that He is proud of us. Learn more about the Minnesota School of ...

Episode 72: When Kids & Teens Go To Church & Camp w/ Kirby St. John & Chris Pruett

May 10, 2024 23:30 - 42 minutes - 38.7 MB

Episode 72: a conversation with the MN District Youth Director, Pastor Kirby St. John, the MN KidMin Director, Pastor Chris Pruett, and our podcast host, Mykelti Blum. Kirby and Chris share their hearts for Student and Kids Ministries and what drew them to these ministries. They talk about how they have seen God do incredible things in families when their kids go to church. They also share how God has used camps in the lives of the next generation and how you can help kids and students expe...

Episode 71: Understanding Your Strengths w/ Portia Allen

April 25, 2024 22:46 - 30 minutes - 28.3 MB

Episode 71: a conversation with pastor, speaker, consultant, and writer Portia Allen and our podcast host, Mykelti Blum. You will hear Portia sharing about our strengths as ways God has uniquely designed us. The two discuss submitting our gifts back to God and not letting our strengths or growth-areas define us. Portia also encourages those who feel they were told they are “too much.” You will also hear her heart behind her new consulting agency, Imago Dei. Learn more about Portia at porti...

Episode 70: Mentorship & A Call to Ministry w/ Kaylie Crabtree

April 11, 2024 11:00 - 42 minutes - 39.1 MB

Episode 70: a conversation with Kaylie Crabtree—a North Central University (NCU) senior and former student body vice president—and our podcast host, Mykelti Blum. These ladies discuss the theme of mentorship, biblical examples of mentorship, and how this topic has become a passion project for Kaylie while at NCU. They also talk about women in ministry, and Kaylie shares part of her story of being called into ministry! Follow @kayliecrabtree on social media. BTG Events & Resources: 2024 ...

Episode 69: Navigating Difficult Workplace Conversations & Providing Feedback” w/ Carol Lund, Kristie Kerr, and Dolores Smith

March 28, 2024 11:00 - 1 hour - 58.2 MB

Episode 69: a recording of a BTG Leadership Conference live panel with Carol Lund (pastor and the former BTG Director), Pastor Kristie Kerr (co-lead pastor of Homestead Community Church), and Dolores Smith (a BTG Advisor and corporate leader), facilitated by Mykelti Blum (the BTG Podcast host). In this episode, panelists discuss the topic of giving feedback and having difficult conversations with peers and those you lead. You will hear practical advice, preparation strategies, and about the...

Episode 68: What If I Can’t Do This? w/ Candace Hurckman

March 15, 2024 14:41 - 44 minutes - 41.1 MB

Episode 68: a conversation with Candace Hurckman–a biblical justice advocate, mom of five, and the wife of Venture’s Executive Director, Paul Hurckman–and our podcast host, Mykelti Blum. In this episode, Candace shares personal experiences about foster care, adoption, and challenges in motherhood, as well as a story of her breaking point when she felt like God might have given her more than she could handle. She provides encouragement and practical tools for moms who are feeling unseen, ove...

Episode 67: A Relationship Restored w/ Delmas & Sarah Gibson

February 23, 2024 22:45 - 59 minutes - 54.3 MB

Episode 67: a conversation with married-and-in-love parents, church leaders, and business professionals Delmas and Sarah Gibson and our podcast host, Mykelti Blum. In this episode, this couple shares a story of God’s restoration-power, as He transformed their broken and toxic relationship into one that is God-honoring and Christ-focused. You will hear personal testimonies of surrender, forgiveness, and healing from alcoholism. Their story is a reminder of how—even in the darkest moments of ...

Episode 66: Biblical Femininity w/ Sarah Simerson

February 15, 2024 22:32 - 44 minutes - 41 MB

Episode 66: a conversation with pastor’s wife, mom, grandma, and lover of Truth Sarah Simerson and our podcast host, Mykelti Blum. In this episode, these ladies have an authentic and honest conversation about biblical femininity and what the Word of God says about this topic. Sarah shares insight into the Proverbs 31 woman and what it looks like to reflect her character in today’s culture. She also discusses the hot topic word of “submission” and brings biblical understanding and truth on w...

Episode 65: Radical Faith w/ Gabrielle McCullough

January 26, 2024 23:16 - 29 minutes - 26.8 MB

Episode 64: When to Grit & When to Quit w/ Bianca Juarez Olthoff

January 12, 2024 23:53 - 36 minutes - 33.4 MB

Episode 63: A Story of Faith & Forgiveness w/ Kevin Ramsby

December 28, 2023 07:00 - 47 minutes - 43.2 MB

Episode 62: Soul Care in the Real World w/ Caroline Durocher-Bergeron

December 15, 2023 00:55 - 45 minutes - 41.6 MB

Episode 61: The Every Day Pursuit w/ Susie Larson & Amber Gerstmann

November 25, 2023 01:09 - 45 minutes - 42 MB

Episode 60: Unlocking Your Identity in Christ w/ Hosanna Wong

November 10, 2023 21:13 - 34 minutes - 31.6 MB

Episode 59: The Lord’s Prayer Explained w/ Sarah Kerubo Nyandoro

October 27, 2023 23:11 - 44 minutes - 40.7 MB

Episode 59: a conversation with author, mother, and nurse Sarah Kerubo Nyandoro and our BTG Podcast host, Mykelti Blum. In this episode, you will hear Sarah share about the trials that brought her to studying the Lord’s Prayer and why it became a vital part in her everyday prayer life. She also explains why Jesus taught his disciples to pray this way and what believers need to know about each point within the prayer. Get your copy of Sarah’s book, The Secret and Power of Praying the Lord’s...