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 to Jesus and how He can redeem our lives.

BTG Events & Resources:

  • 2024 Garden Coffee
    • Free missional event for women and girls of all ages!
    • July 6 at Lake Geneva Christian Center in Alexandria, MN.
    • Enjoy refreshments, worship, hearing from a MN global worker, and experiencing a surprise interactive element during the program. You’ll also have the opportunity to invest into missions (to our 1000 Sisters fund).
    • Learn more at mnbtg.org/1000sisters.
    • No RSVP required; invite your family and church community!
  • 2024 Thrive Conference
    • October 11-12, 2024
    • Mayo Civic Center (Rochester, MN)
    • Main Sessions, Leadership Sessions, Dinner with Speaker, Lunch with Speakers, Shopping, and More!
    • Groups of 40 or More Who Register by September 1 Will Receive Reserved Seating
    • Register for best price ($89 presale Adult ticket or $10 first-time Rochester Thrive attendee) by October 17: btgthriveconference.org
    • FREE ticket for 2024 High School Grads! Email info@mnbtg.org to request your coupon code. (Tickets are not transferrable to non-2024-high-school grads.)
  • 2025 Bridging the Gap Leadership Conference 
    • February 21-22
    • Lake Geneva Christian Center (Alexandria, MN)
    • Featuring Charlotte Gambill
    • Main Sessions, Workshops, After-Party, Cozy up North Activities, Networking, and More!
    • Register: mnbtg.org/leadership.
  • 2025 Single Moms Retreat 
    • June 6-7, 2025
    • Lake Geneva Christian Center (Alexandria, MN)
    • Featured Guests: Micah MacDonald, Mykelti Blum, & Stephanie MacDonald (worship)
    • Main Sessions, Multiple Breakouts, Lots of FREE Activities and Giveaways.
    • Learn More & Register to Attend or Volunteer: mnbtg.org/retreat.
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    • Learn About the 2023/2024 BTG Missions Partners, and Give a Year-End Gift Toward Our $500,000 Goal: mnbtg.org/missions.
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