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Encouragement for every season of lifeDiscussing Friendship–It’s Complicated w/ Andi Andrew
E^3 Leadership Episode: a conversation with pastor, author, speaker, and founder of "She is Free," Andi Andrew, and our podcast host, Mykelti Blum. In this leadership episode, they discuss Andi’s new book, Friendship--It’s Complicated, as Andi shares her heart for...
Preparing Him Room This Advent Season w/ Susie Larson
E^3 Encouragement Episode: A conversation with radio talk show host, national speaker, and bestselling author, Susie Larson as she has a conversation with our podcast host, Mykelti Blum. In this encouragement episode, they discuss what Advent is, what it means to make...
Doing Boundaries w/ Havilah Cunnington
E^3 Leadership Episode: A conversation with pastor, author, and podcaster Havilah Cunnington and our podcast host, Mykelti Blum. In this leadership episode, they will be discussing boundaries and some of Havilah’s journey in understanding what boundaries meant for...
Leading Yourself & Encouraging Others w/ Micah Kennealy
E^3 Leadership Episode: A conversation with Mykelti Blum and Pastor, Chi Alpha Campus Ministry Director, and youngadults.today Co-Founder Micah Kennealy. In this episode, they discuss the importance of leading yourself and how to lead and encourage others,...
God’s Promises Are for Today – Andi Andrew
E^3 Leadership Episode: A recorded message from one of our 2021 Thrive Conference featured speakers, Andi Andrew. In this episode, as Andi shares honestly about God's promises being true today, you will also learn more about her and her family and get a sneak peek...
Fitness, Health, & Balance w/ Ashley Darkenwald
E^3 Leadership Episode: A conversation with fitness and wellness professional Ashley Darkenwald and our podcast host, Mykelti Blum. In this episode, they discuss fitness, health, and balance, including what healthy balance looks like and what the Bible says about our...
Thrive Conference History, Purpose, & 2021 Preview w/ Carol Lund
E^3 Leadership Episode: A conversation with BTG Director Carol Lund and our podcast host, Mykelti Blum. In this episode, they discuss the history and purpose behind the annual Thrive Conference, and you will also hear a sneak peak message by one of our featured...
Thankfulness in Every Season w/ Pastors Jeff & Kristie Kerr
E^3 Encouragement Episode: A conversation with Pastors Jeff and Kristie Kerr and our podcast host, Mykelti Blum. In this episode, they discuss the importance of being grateful in every season and how this perspective can be possible in Christ. Hear more from Jeff and...
Perspective in the Middle w/ Peggy Vagle
E^3 Leadership Episode: A conversation with Mykelti Blum and Peggy Vagle, co-church planter and women's ministry leader of The Waters Church in Sartell, MN. In this episode, they discuss the concept of "Perspective in the Middle." Each of us are currently in the...
Leading Well When Business Isn’t As Usual w/ Pat Schwalbe
E^3 Leadership Episode: A conversation with Mykelti Blum and Pat Schwalbe, BTG Volunteer Advisor and Director of Volunteers and Community Engagement for CROSS Services. In this episode, they discuss how to lead well when business isn’t as usual, the value of pivoting...