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Podcast by Randall Hekman

  1. 2d ago

    Scott Stark tells of the joy when people come to faith in Christ and then pass it on to others!

    Scott Stark serves as the Great Lakes Regional Mission Leader for Resonate Global Mission, the mission agency of the Christian Reformed Church of America. Before he stepped into that role in 2023, he served for 13 years with a Campus Ministry at Grand Valley State University where he witnessed God working a quiet revival among college students. Scott lives in Holland, MI with his wife Julie and their son Mak who is a freshman in college, as well as their daughter Ale who is a junior in High School. In this podcast, Scott shares how he personally came to faith in Christ, and how the amazing results of that decision motivated him to want to see others do the same. He shares about his time in campus ministry at Grand Valley State University where he saw many young people who already were Christ-followers begin to lovingly share their faith with others, leading to what he describes as a “quiet revival.” He also describes how the Christian Reformed Church in our day is increasingly motivating more “mature” members of their denomination to get excited about sharing their faith those around them who don’t yet know Jesus as Lord and Savior. Throughout the podcast, you will clearly see and hear Scott’s heartfelt passion for reaching our neighborhoods, cities, regions, nation, and world with the lifesaving Gospel of Jesus Christ! To learn more how you can have a personal, life-changing relationship with Jesus, go to our website for a short, but clear one pager on the subject: https://www.grandawakening.org/gospel-presentation.html

    Scott Stark tells of the joy when people come to faith in Christ and then pass it on to others!

  2. Oct 15

    John Collier shares about the incredible power of a mother’s heartfelt and persistent prayers!

    John Collier was born in Grand Rapids and went on to become a decorated Indiana State Trooper. During his law enforcement career, he received numerous awards and commendations and was eventually assigned to the Indiana Governor’s detail. But just a few years later, John’s life began to move in a negative direction. Sadly, he began a self-destructive journey that ultimately cost him his career, and even his freedom, as he ended up spending years as an inmate within various Michigan prisons. But, amazingly, it was there, behind prison walls, that John encountered the grace of Jesus Christ. Jail Chaplain Robert “Bob” Hall lovingly led John to Christ, and the Chaplain and his wife continued to mentor and disciple John for nearly a decade. Their relationship became so close that Bob and Jamie had the honor of performing the marriage ceremony of John and his wife, Lorie, in 2000. But John’s story didn’t end when the prison doors opened. After his release, John wrote an autobiography entitled Inside Out: A Father’s Love, sharing his journey through childhood trauma, his fall as a police officer, the consequences of his choices, and the saving grace of God in his life. John’s testimony has also been shared through Joyce Meyer Ministries and The 700 Club. Bottom line, John’s story reminds us that no life is beyond the reach of Jesus. In this podcast, John describes how his mother’s prayers for him were miraculously answered by him coming to faith in Christ while imprisoned and then helping him grow in his walk with Jesus. John also shares how our loving God uses pain in our lives to bring us to the end of our prideful flesh, allowing us then to turn to Him in humble faith. John also shares the very touching story of how he obeyed God’s leading to seek out his abusive father; ultimately leading his dad to faith in Jesus and helping him grow in faith and even love prior to his passing into eternity. John concludes by encouraging all parents, but especially mothers who are raising their children without a husband, to persevere in their prayers for their children. As John’s life so vividly demonstrates: mothers’ prayers are so very powerful!

    John Collier shares about the incredible power of a mother’s heartfelt and persistent prayers!

  3. Sep 29

    Todd Ponstein shares how following God’s call, while challenging, produces incredible results

    Todd Ponstein was born and raised in West Michigan and graduated from Calvin Christian High School and then Hope College. He has been married to his beautiful bride Kris for 37 years, and the Lord has blessed them with 3 sons and 5 grandchildren. Todd is the founder and president of Georgetown Development Company, which develops and manages commercial and residential property in the West Michigan area. He is also is a lay pastor to True Life Bible Church in Wyoming, MI, and is the founder and President of MentorMe, a parachurch ministry that plants adult Christian men and women into the lives of at-risk youth to help them. Todd loves any sport that involves a ball, and he himself is an avid pickle ball player. In addition, Todd currently coaches football at Unity Christian High School. In this podcast, Todd tells how, despite attending church and Christian schools for many years, he woke up one day, at the age of 30, to realize that he had never truly been born again in Christ. So after choosing to give his life fully to Jesus, Todd’s life dramatically changed! He recounts his growing hunger for the Bible and fellowship with Jesus and other followers of Christ. Following that, he describes how God gave him incredible peace despite his business being in major financial trouble. And then how God led him to start a church that he led along with his business. His example of courageously following our Lord’s leading in these and other activities helps challenge all of us to do the same!

    Todd Ponstein shares how following God’s call, while challenging, produces incredible results

  4. Sep 1

    R and M evangelism 8-31-26

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  5. Jul 7

    Dr. Rex Rogers shares how important godly leadership is for life to be productive and even joyful

    Dr. Rex M. Rogers is the former president of Cornerstone University and, subsequent to that, of SAT-7 USA. He is the author and voice of his podcast called Discerning What Is Best with Dr Rex M Rogers. In his podcast, Rex applies unchanging biblical principles in our rapidly changing world and provides a very helpful Christian worldview of current issues and everyday life. His books include Be One of God’s Unlikely Leaders—Live With Focus, Get Things Done, Gambling: Don’t Bet On It, Christian Liberty: Living for God in a Changing Culture, and, most recently, “We Hold These Truths”—Responsible Christian Patriotism. Learn more about Rex at www.rexmrogers.com. In this podcast, Rex helps us better understand the ungodly trends that have been impacting our nation in recent years and how, apart from God’s people choosing to rise up and courageously lead by sharing the truth in love to all aspects of our culture, we are heading to a very bleak future. It’s clear that only the nation with virtuous citizens who are seeking to live lives pleasing to God can truly be given liberty by their government. Otherwise, due to man’s sinful nature, government will be required to grow more powerful and controlling in its attempt to preserve a degree of peace and safety. Rex also shares how all leaders—including Christian pastors—need a degree of loving but truthful accountability to keep them from going “off the rails” with hubris and/or other sinful issues.

    Dr. Rex Rogers shares how important godly leadership is for life to be productive and even joyful

  6. Jun 30

    LaTonya Jones shares how God has called her to proclaim the Gospel and that true Revival is coming

    Dr. LaTonya Jones, Ed.D leads Fishers of Men World Ministries. She is also the founder of "The Altar Call Tent Revival" that brings a message of repentance to State Fairgrounds throughout the United States. Dr. LaTonya's beliefs are rooted in the Word of God toward the end that the Father may be glorified in all that she does. Dr. LaTonya is a United States Army retiree and Combat Veteran (Operation Iraqi Freedom). She has also served as a Public Official for 20+ years, managing a full-range of federal programs, contracts and Projects up to $28.7 Billion dollars with the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) and a host of Federal Agencies. She has dedicated her life to serving in both public and private arenas. Dr. LaTonya holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Healthcare Administration, a Master Degree in Business Administration, and a Doctorate degree in Education. In this podcast LaTonya Jones shares how, despite being more of an introvert, still chose to courageously obey the Lord’s leading to start her ministry of “Tent Revivals” in which she is called upon to regularly share her faith in Christ with large groups of people. She also shares how, while coming to faith in Christ at age 14, she subsequently spent a few years wandering spiritually before returning wholeheartedly to Jesus, where she continues to abide by His grace. LaTonya concludes by telling how optimistic she is that, while we know things will deteriorate prior to Christ’s Second Coming, she feels we are now in the midst of a great Revival and Spiritual Awakening in America. We pray it continues to grow for His glory and the saving of millions!

    LaTonya Jones shares how God has called her to proclaim the Gospel and that true Revival is coming

  7. Jun 23

    Kent Evans shares how men can grow in their faith and lead their families closer to God

    Kent Evans is a follower of Jesus, married to wife April for over 30 years, and, together, they have five amazing sons (plus two even amazing daughters-in-law). They make their home in Kentucky. After two decades in the business world, Kent co-founded Manhood Journey to help dads become disciple makers. He also became the host of the “Father On Purpose” podcast with his friend Lawson Brown. He is also the author of some books on the subject. His goal in writing and speaking is to: • Light a fire under Christian men to live their faith daily • Inspire men and women to live their faith in the workplace • Speak wisdom into the lives of married couples, parents, and families • Motivate leaders to become disciple makers Kent takes his reading of the Bible, his faith, and the Gospel very seriously. He enjoys communicating with audiences everywhere. In this podcast, Kent describes how the Lord led him into his current ministry to help dads become better disciple makers of their children. One key is for men to truly get into the Word of God, the Bible, on a regular basis. Truth truly sets us free to become all that God desires for us! Kent shared how many of the thousands of men that he communicates with are discouraged and down on themselves, feeling like total failures as fathers. They need to hear God speaking to them through His Word and the Holy Spirit rather than being bullied by our arch-enemy satan. Kent also agreed about the importance of persistent prayer for our wives and children.

    Kent Evans shares how men can grow in their faith and lead their families closer to God

  8. Jun 12

    Sarah Holliday lovingly invites us American Christians to fully surrender to our Lord

    Sarah Holliday is a writer and editor with a passion for biblical truth. Formerly a reporter for the Family Research Council and The Washington Stand, Sarah authored articles and news scripts, hosted the daily news brief, and appeared on various podcasts and interviews. Sarah is a graduate of Boise State University with a degree in Creative Writing & Narrative Arts. She also has a certificate in Theological Studies from Reformation Bible College located in Sanford, FL. Sarah continues to write on pro-life issues, religious liberty, bioethics, and the intersection of faith and culture — seeking to bring journalistic rigor and gospel-centered hope to every conversation. In this podcast, Sarah describes how, in college, God called her to learn more about why she should trust the truths of the Bible and to share these truths in love with those around her. That led to her attending Reformation Bible College and then beginning to work at Family Research Council. She totally loves communicating truth in a loving and persuasive manner. When asked what the American Church most desperately needs, Sarah shared how, compared to so many Christ-followers in other nations, we American Christians can tend to lose focus on what are God’s top priorities for His followers. We can feel we are entitled to comfort and no pain, when the Bible makes it clear that trials and pain and even persecution are a normal part of our lives as Christ’s followers. Sarah concluded the podcast by praying for us American Christians to be totally surrendered to our Lord who gave His all for us.

    Sarah Holliday lovingly invites us American Christians to fully surrender to our Lord
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Podcast by Randall Hekman

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  • Creator
    Randall Hekman
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    149
  • Rating
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