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Ep. 89 Steve Schlag - He’s there, even for me!

Ep. 89 Steve Schlag - He’s there, even for me!

Episode 89 · · 57:49

Well, Steve is a guy who has lived well and God has been faithful to him! 🙏Steve shares lots of stories and some get a little emotional! Retirement is what’s next for Steve and I thi...

Ep. 88 Billy Botieff - Walking through God’s door!

Ep. 88 Billy Botieff - Walking through God’s door!

Episode 88 · · 48:32

Billy shares about his life, family, work and passion for the Lord! He is a man with many talents as you will hear in his episode! His is the owner of Abiqua Media Co. where he focus...

Ep. 87 Kathy Finicle - In the Storm, GOD is Trustworthy!

Ep. 87 Kathy Finicle - In the Storm, GOD is Trustworthy!

Episode 87 · · 01:04:09

Kathy shares her journey of life along with getting cancer and how God has been faithful to her and to her husband, Bob Finicle! She has an amazing family with tremendous love, praye...

Ep. 86 Jordan Orr - In the Light

Ep. 86 Jordan Orr - In the Light

Episode 86 · · 46:28

Jordan is a young man who has figured out what his relationship with Jesus is all about! 🙏If you want to hear maturity in a young man, listen to this episode that comes out Friday mo...

Ep. 85 Matthew Maceira - ALL FOR GOD’S GLORY AND HIS KINGDOM! (Part 2)

Ep. 85 Matthew Maceira - ALL FOR GOD’S GLORY AND HIS KINGDOM! (Part 2)

Episode 85 · · 55:25

Well, if you know Matt you know he has an incredible story that displays the Grace of God! 🙏Matt is a good friend and devoted to sharing the Gospel here in Salem and Kiezer and aroun...

Ep. 84 John Marshall - Church at the Park

Ep. 84 John Marshall - Church at the Park

Episode 84 · · 57:02

I recently got to golf with John at a local event. Getting to know John and figuring what he is passionate about was awesome!He loves Jesus and serving people. He does this through a...

Ep. 83 Justin Morris - Faith, Family, Finance and Football!

Ep. 83 Justin Morris - Faith, Family, Finance and Football!

Episode 83 · · 53:36

Justin is a cool dude and very transparent.  He’s an easy guy to like. As the title says, we covered a lot of ground. 👍This was fun to do! For anyone who knows Justin or has done a m...

Ep. 82 Alli Barnes - Balancing Motherhood, Marriage and Mortgages!

Ep. 82 Alli Barnes - Balancing Motherhood, Marriage and Mortgages!

Episode 82 · · 50:48

It’s always refreshing to hear when people share their story and what matters to them.  Alli does a great job talking about her life and what is REALLY important to her…Come to find ...

Ep. 81 Matthew Hansen - Peaks and Valleys of Life!

Ep. 81 Matthew Hansen - Peaks and Valleys of Life!

Episode 81 · · 59:18

Matthew does a great job sharing some really intimate details of his life.  There were some really dark moments, but God ALWAYS has the last say! The title: “Peaks & Valleys of Life!...

Ep. 80 Nick Ketcham - Whatever it takes!

Ep. 80 Nick Ketcham - Whatever it takes!

Episode 80 · · 01:05:25

Nick shares his incredible life growing up in Astoria with his parents and twin sister! While seeking what love was, he never could quite figure out what was missing… You will hear N...

Ep. 79 Gabriel Shields (part 2) - The meaning of marriage!

Ep. 79 Gabriel Shields (part 2) - The meaning of marriage!

Episode 79 · · 59:26

A Valentine’s Day episode and the topic is Biblical love! ❤️ Gabriel and I did a podcast about 6 months ago and it was so good that we wanted to do another one! Gabriel shares what i...

Ep. 78 Jonah Brokaw - Vacation with a purpose!

Ep. 78 Jonah Brokaw - Vacation with a purpose!

Episode 78 · · 52:57

The conversation with Jonah was awesome. We talked about his upbringing, love for family, Harley’s,  and the joy he gets from working for RSA (Reid Saunders Association).The title: “...

Ep. 77 Johnathan Partridge - Plans better than mine!

Ep. 77 Johnathan Partridge - Plans better than mine!

Episode 77 · · 53:10

Johnathan and I had a great conversation about his family, marriage and the work he does at Liberty House! Life is about growth and change and Johnathan shares how God worked in his ...

Moments of 2023 | Year in Review

Moments of 2023 | Year in Review

Episode · · 57:14

Recap moments of 2023 | Year in Review- Ep. 49 Aaron Parsons - Pushing the Rock- Ep. 52 Matthew Mehlschau - Perseverance and Manhood- Ep. 64 Jennifer Jacobs - Zero Limits- Ep. 54 Gab...

Ep. 76 Jordan Hill - Living life with intentional purpose!

Ep. 76 Jordan Hill - Living life with intentional purpose!

Episode 76 · · 55:42

Jordan shares her life journey, which includes the ups and downs, trials and tribulations.  Her growth, persistence and faith are remarkable! 🙏Marriage, 4 kids, 3 ministries and the ...

Ep. 75 Scott Bigler - Faith through tragedy.

Ep. 75 Scott Bigler - Faith through tragedy.

Episode 75 · · 01:06:18

The podcast with Scott was heavy, authentic and honoring!  We all live life in this world and there are no guarantees as to what happens…The title: “Faith through tragedy!” To hear m...

Ep. 74 Trevor Alexander - When you know, you know!

Ep. 74 Trevor Alexander - When you know, you know!

Episode 74 · · 01:04:22

Trevor is a solid dude… Jesus follower, family man and Beaver fan! 🦫🏈Just because you grow up in a church going, Bible believing family, does not mean you have your stuff together an...

Ep. 73 Devon Grogans - The unseen path!

Ep. 73 Devon Grogans - The unseen path!

Episode 73 · · 01:01:21

Devon talks about his journey to faith, a blind date that led to marriage, two boys… and a beautiful family!The title: “The unseen path!”He owns Next Level Physiques, G-Force Supplem...

Ep. 72 Jaffet Jefferson - Near death experience and pivotal moments.

Ep. 72 Jaffet Jefferson - Near death experience and pivotal moments.

Episode 72 · · 48:26

Jaffet and I had a great conversation about life, marriage, family and answers to prayer!He shares his faith along with the struggles of life, which always makes for a great conversa...

Ep. 71 Bryan Lewis - “Believest thou this?” John 11:26b

Ep. 71 Bryan Lewis - “Believest thou this?” John 11:26b

Episode 71 · · 52:13

Bryan shares life growing up as a PK (preachers kid), marriage, kids and being a firefighter/medic!  He’s transparent about his challenges and the struggles of life and loves to infl...

Ep. 70 Mike Hill - Reframing your past to empower your future!

Ep. 70 Mike Hill - Reframing your past to empower your future!

Episode 70 · · 51:36

Having Mike on the podcast was awesome… and to hear his story! It got emotional!I appreciate Mike’s heart and grateful when people are unapologetically authentic and transparent! The...

Ep. 69 Ali Virtue - Raising the bar for nutrition and healthy living!

Ep. 69 Ali Virtue - Raising the bar for nutrition and healthy living!

Episode 69 · · 44:32

Ali was born and raised in the UK. When it comes to health and nutrition, she is well educated. She is a nutrition coach and creates accountability around some core habits!The title:...

Ep. 68 Aaron Buechley - Humility Doesn’t Come Naturally

Ep. 68 Aaron Buechley - Humility Doesn’t Come Naturally

Episode 68 · · 45:48

First of all, Aaron is a pretty cool young man with a love for family, faith and golf!The title: “Humility doesn’t come naturally!” In this episode, Aaron is fully transparent with h...

Ep. 67 Kevin Thomas - Answers to prayer!

Ep. 67 Kevin Thomas - Answers to prayer!

Episode 67 · · 50:26

Kevin shares his life… becoming a dad in high school, giving his baby up for adoption and the power of prayer!  50 years later, to be reunited with his daughter Hope! 🙏🙏🙏This is a gr...

Ep. 66 Gabe Johansen - Imagination and Guts!

Ep. 66 Gabe Johansen - Imagination and Guts!

Episode 66 · · 01:06:50

Gabe shares his life with full transparency as well as the value of failure in the pursuit of success.  You can’t have one without the other! The lesson: it takes, “Imagination and G...

Ep. 65 Aaron Qualls - Building a Winner’s Mindset!

Ep. 65 Aaron Qualls - Building a Winner’s Mindset!

Episode 65 · · 48:15

🎙️“Conversations with Buddy”🎙️                       Aaron talks about the challenges and disciplines of “Building a winners mindset”! Completing 75 Hard changes you and he proudly w...

Ep. 64 Jennifer Jacobs - Zero Limits

Ep. 64 Jennifer Jacobs - Zero Limits

Episode 64 · · 51:08

Jennifer has an incredible story and shares her life’s journey.  The thing I love most and reminded of often is that… you never really know people until you spend time with them and ...

Ep. 63 Jack McAllister - The Gen Z-er Life

Ep. 63 Jack McAllister - The Gen Z-er Life

Episode 63 · · 45:13

Jack shares his life from growing up as a kid in Salem to adulting as a married Gen Z-er!  🙌He is a guy who lives with purpose, loves his wife and he is also learning to lean on God ...

Ep. 62 Phil Hyre - Tattoos, Cold Plunges and Hard Work

Ep. 62 Phil Hyre - Tattoos, Cold Plunges and Hard Work

Episode 62 · · 01:09:31

Phil shares life as a CODA (Child of deaf adults). It made life more challenging growing up!  Not being allowed to play sports during the early years of life began to fuel his fire.W...

Ep. 61 Fausto Ramos - From Struggles to Servant Leadership

Ep. 61 Fausto Ramos - From Struggles to Servant Leadership

Episode 61 · · 59:07

Fausto shares his life story from a kid growing up in Salem/Keizer, being influenced by his older brother with drugs and alcohol. Soccer and breakdancing is what he ultimately loved ...