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Searching for the Light in the Darkness – Jen Dougall

“Why would God create such a beautiful child for her to be harmed so early in her life and be so misunderstood? But now, I can see that I had to get to a place where I also had to be prepared, that I had to trust God and completely surrender to him.” – Jen Dougall

On this week’s episode of the Grace Unscripted Podcast, we get to hear the incredible story of Jen Dougall and her family. Jen shares with us the darkest moments of pain and the most beautiful moments of God’s love and grace. Whether it be through the pre-existing communities around them, or the most unexpected people being brought into their lives, Jen and her family’s lives are amazing examples of faith and God’s power!

If Jen’s story has resonated with you or you have any questions, we would love to hear from you! You can email us at Unscripted@graceohio.org! We are also excited to let you know that we have a Grace Unscripted worship playlist made up of each guest’s favorite worship song, or songs! You can check the playlist out here: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1xkOay7mU9SDKbeiRYfNCm?si=2928f6ecc26b47a6

The Intersection

This week on the Led to Lead podcast, we dive into another special episode highlighting an episode of The Intersection Podcast. The Intersection Podcast is hosted by Pastor & Coach Kemp Boyd, Pastor Jeff Bogue, and Bishop Joey Johnson. On this episode, they focus on what it looks like to lean into love and what it can look like to do that together. If you would like to hear more about The Intersection Podcast, you can find more information and the rest of their episodes here.

Genuine Intimacy & Authentic Connections

This week on the Led to Lead podcast, we dive into a special episode highlighting an episode of the Momentum Ministry Partners Podcast where their Director Eric Miller and Dr. Juli Slattery, Founder of Authentic Intimacy, discuss how we can foster genuine intimacy and build authentic connections in today’s digital age. We hope you find this conversation as fascinating and inciteful as we did! If you would like to learn more about Momentum Ministry Partners and the amazing work they do, you learn more about them at buildmomentum.org. Similarly, if you would like to learn more about Dr. Juli Slattery and her work with Authentic Intimacy, you can learn more about them here: Authentic Intimacy.

Favor In The Journey – Nardos Street

“He has done amazing things, given me grace again, and favored me. I didn’t think that I could measure up to those things you know in a lot of ways because I know my beginnings and what my future was supposed to be…He used me to serve and be served at the same time.” – Nardos Street

This week on the Grace Unscripted Podcast, we get to hear the incredible story of Nardos Street. Nardos’ life has been amazing journey from growing up in Ethiopia and having set paths forward in life, to God opening a door at the right time choosing to faithfully follow Him. Through heartbreak, struggle, and life change, Nardos’ journey is a clear example of how God walks alongside us, directs our steps, shows mercy when we need it, and gives direction when we are lost.

If Nardos’ story has resonated with you or you have any questions, we would love to hear from you! You can email us at Unscripted@graceohio.org! We are also excited to let you know that we have a Grace Unscripted worship playlist made up of each guest’s favorite worship song, or songs! You can check the playlist out here: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1xkOay7mU9SDKbeiRYfNCm?si=2928f6ecc26b47a6

Brian & Lynette Bowen

On this week’s episode of the Led to Lead podcast, we get to hear from Brian and Lynette Bowen! They share with us a bit of their family’s story of getting connect at Grace Church and how serving and leading within the young adult ministry at the church has deeply impacted their lives as they have been able to impact those young adults God has brought around them!

All My Life You Have Been Faithful – Mike Wiant

“All of a sudden, I’m back in Ohio and I was thirty years old and there was this feeling of this can’t go on forever. I’m chasing the wind. I’m never getting fulfilled. There has to be something in Christian faith because my grandfather and great grandfather were believers, and they were pastors. There has to be something! I’m going to give it a chance and what do I have to lose, nothing!” – Mike Wiant

This week on the Grace Unscripted Podcast, we get to hear the incredible story of Mike Wiant. From living life without purpose and chasing a life that left him empty to feeling God drawing him into something more, Mike’s story is an incredible example of how God can use us, no matter our backgrounds, to make an impact in people’s lives and show them the love of God.

If Mike’s story has resonated with you or you have any questions, we would love to hear from you! You can email us at Unscripted@graceohio.org! We are also excited to let you know that we have a Grace Unscripted worship playlist made up of each guest’s favorite worship song, or songs! You can check the playlist out here: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1xkOay7mU9SDKbeiRYfNCm?si=2928f6ecc26b47a6

Inviting People In

On this week’s episode of the Led to Lead podcast, we get to hear from John and Carey Sommer! John and Carey have been long time attenders and leaders at Grace Church. They share with us the power of invitation and their background of people surrounding and walking with them when they needed it most and how that enabled them to be able to do the same thing for others!

Even in the Darkness, God is Present – Tim Perdion

“Jeff sometimes has those tag lines at the bottom of the notes. This one was ‘total surrender equals total freedom.’ That is a huge statement because I always had an internal storm, and if anybody would have ever asked me what do you want? I want peace and freedom from the internal restlessness.” – Tim Perdion

On this week’s episode of the Grace Unscripted Podcast, we get to hear the redemptive story of Tim Perdion! From living life to escape the wounds of the past to finding a home in the arms of Jesus, Tim’s story is a unique and beautiful example of how our wounds and struggles can be healed and overcome through the power of Jesus!

If Tim’s story has resonated with you or you have any questions, we would love to hear from you! You can email us at Unscripted@graceohio.org! We are also excited to let you know that we have a Grace Unscripted worship playlist made up of each guest’s favorite worship song, or songs! You can check the playlist out here: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1xkOay7mU9SDKbeiRYfNCm?si=2928f6ecc26b47a6

Shepherding While We Are Shepherded

On this week’s episode of the Led to Lead podcast, we get to hear from Grace Church’s Middle School Pastor John Gressock! John discusses what leadership actually is and shares with us his experience walking alongside and shepherding middle schoolers and how that is reflected in the way we interact with God and pursue Him.

What We Do Here, Echoes for Eternity – Eric Bosshard

“When I look at the gifts God gave me and the opportunities He has given me, there is a fork in the road of do I use these for my own comfort, my own success, or my own fame, or do I use these gifts so that they were not given in vain.” – Eric Bosshard

On this week’s episode of the Grace Unscripted Podcast, we get to hear the dynamic story of Eric Bosshard! From his experience in the business world to his time leading in the church, Eric shares his perspective and focus on God’s grace and how what we do while on Earth has eternal impact.

If Eric’s story has resonated with you or you have any questions, we would love to hear from you! You can email us at Unscripted@graceohio.org! We are also excited to let you know that we have a Grace Unscripted worship playlist made up of each guest’s favorite worship song, or songs! You can check the playlist out here: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1xkOay7mU9SDKbeiRYfNCm?si=2928f6ecc26b47a6