Bleeding Daylight

Rodney Olsen
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Bleeding Daylight

Rodney Olsen hosts inspirational guests who are kicking against the darkness until it bleeds daylight. Hear from people who are making this world a better place.

  1. 5 DAYS AGO

    Kevin Skellett - Love Never Ends

    In this deeply moving episode of Bleeding Daylight, host Rodney Olsen sits down with Kevin Skellett, an ordained pastor and founder of Love Never Ends Ministry, who shares his journey through profound grief following his son Mark’s death by suicide in 2011. Kevin openly discusses the intimate conversation he had with God in the moments before receiving the devastating news, and how his faith not only sustained him but guided him toward helping others facing similar losses. Through his roles as a police chaplain, suicide prevention advocate, and grief ministry leader, Kevin has transformed his personal tragedy into a beacon of hope for others. He shares valuable insights about recognizing suicide warning signs, the importance of speaking directly about suicide concerns, and how to support those who are grieving. His book, ”Gracious Grief After Suicide Loss,” and his ministry work continue to provide essential resources for those navigating the complex journey of grief, particularly after suicide loss. This powerful episode offers both practical guidance and spiritual comfort for anyone touched by loss or supporting those who are grieving.

    28 min

  2. 3 NOV

    Mandy Pallock - The Question Habit

    In this episode of Bleeding Daylight, host Rodney Olsen speaks with Mandy Pallock, author of ”The Question Habit” and host of the Presently Engaged podcast. As a self-described introvert, Pallock shares how she discovered the power of asking thoughtful questions to build deeper relationships with both God and others. She explains how her journey began as a quiet child using questions to deflect attention, but evolved into recognizing questions as a powerful tool for fostering meaningful connections. Through personal stories, including a pivotal conversation with her father that helped shape her career path, Pallock explores how questions appear throughout scripture and why they’re essential for spiritual growth. She discusses the importance of active listening, preparing questions in advance, and using questions to engage with others - from family members to strangers - while recognizing each person as made in God’s image. The conversation also touches on her book, which offers practical guidance for building ”resilient relationships one question at a time,” and her Presently Engaged podcast, which provides brief, Jesus-focused encouragement for busy listeners.

    33 min

  3. 27 OCT

    Clayton Hatley - From Witchcraft to Worship

    In this episode of Bleeding Daylight, host Rodney Olsen speaks with Clayton Hatley, whose life journey takes listeners from a troubled childhood through dark supernatural experiences to a place of redemption. Hatley shares his story of being molested by his biological father at age three, experiencing multiple father figures entering and leaving his life, and turning to witchcraft and the occult as a teenager in rebellion against God. The conversation reveals how Hatley, despite accepting faith at age eight, went through a period of intense anger at God and involvement with Wicca and paranormal activities before a powerful return to his Christian faith. Now married and working in children’s ministry, Hatley hosts the Faith Unleashed podcast where he advocates for unity among Christian denominations, drawing from his experiences across different churches. His story demonstrates a remarkable transformation from darkness to light, from practicing the occult to serving in ministry.

    26 min

  4. 20 OCT

    Jonnie T - Prayer, Podcasts, and Purpose

    In this episode, Jonnie T shares his journey from a challenging childhood marked by his parents’ divorce and financial hardship to finding salvation at age 19. Though he initially drifted from his faith, a providential meeting with his future wife led him back to Christ, where he found the strength to break generational patterns and pursue ministry. His story is one of transformation and healing, including the powerful moment when God showed him he could forgive his father. Today, Jonnie leads a dedicated online prayer group that has witnessed remarkable answers to prayer, hosts the Refuge Freedom Stories podcast sharing testimonies of God’s grace, and regularly ministers to strangers by offering prayer. Through his various ministries, including youth work and podcast hosting, Jonnie demonstrates how God can use personal struggles as stepping stones to help others find freedom in Christ. His passion for prayer and sharing stories of transformation has touched countless lives, showing that no one is beyond the reach of God’s love.

    31 min

  5. 13 OCT

    Jennisue Jessen - Breaking the Silence

    In this powerful episode of Bleeding Daylight, host Rodney Olsen speaks with Jennisue Jessen, a survivor of childhood exploitation who has transformed her trauma into a message of hope and healing. Jennisue shares her harrowing story of being trafficked by her grandfather from the age of four, dispelling common misconceptions about trafficking and emphasizing that it often occurs close to home, perpetrated by trusted individuals. She describes how discovering she was pregnant at 17 became a turning point in her journey to freedom and healing. The conversation explores her path to recovery through faith and her mission to help others find healing and freedom from exploitation. As the founder of Compass 31, she now works globally to fight trafficking through prevention, restoration, and leadership development. Her organization maintains a remarkable 92% recovery rate for survivors. Throughout the episode, she emphasizes that survivors are not broken but wounded and capable of healing, encouraging others to break their silence and reclaim their voices.

    37 min

  6. 6 OCT

    Amelia Walden - From Jew to Gentile

    In this episode, Amelia Walden shares her powerful journey of faith, starting with her unique upbringing in a household that blended Catholic and Jewish traditions. Despite being raised with a strong religious background, Amelia recounts her teenage years of rebellion and struggle to find freedom, which led her to leave the faith behind completely. However, she also describes how pivotal moments throughout her life continually drew her back to church, each time planting seeds of spiritual growth that would later flourish. Amelia discusses the transformative experience of rediscovering her faith through a local church, her awe at uncovering biblical truths she had never known, and the surprising call to write a book that emerged from her deepening relationship with God. Her story is a testament to the power of obedience, growth, and finding one’s identity in Christ.

    33 min

  7. 29 SEPT

    Rachel Jobe - Learning to Let Go

    In this episode Rodney Olsen sits down with Rachel Jobe, a missionary who shares her powerful story of transformation and surrender. After years of striving for perfection in her work, family life, and ministry, Rachel faced severe burnout and a health crisis that left her bedridden. Through this difficult time, she experienced a profound encounter with God that led her to reassess her priorities and embrace true surrender, discovering that His plans are far lighter than the burdens she had placed upon herself. Rachel’s journey is a testament to the dangers of serving false masters like personal expectations and the pursuit of perfection. She explains how God gently recalibrated her heart during her time of stillness, revealing the freedom that comes from releasing control and fully relying on Him. This episode is a deeply personal reflection on faith, surrender, and finding rest in God’s presence, with insights that will resonate with anyone facing feelings of burnout or frustration in their own spiritual journey.

    26 min

  8. 22 SEPT

    Healey Ikerd - Renewing Your Mind

    In this episode, Healey shares her powerful journey through childhood challenges, including fear, self-doubt, and growing up in a turbulent family environment. Her faith, nurtured from a young age, provided an anchor as she navigated painful experiences, including her parents’ divorce, bullying, and struggling with her sense of identity. She opens up about how God’s presence and her Christian upbringing sustained her, even during times of rebellion and spiritual drift. Healey’s story doesn’t stop at her personal challenges—she also discusses her path to becoming a Christian counselor. With deep insights into mental health, faith, and emotional healing, Healey touches on the power of forgiveness, the role of faith in addressing anxiety, and how embracing biblical truths can transform lives. Her reflections on overcoming fear, embracing emotional health, and finding peace in God’s grace provide profound lessons for anyone seeking healing and a deeper faith.

    30 min
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Rodney Olsen hosts inspirational guests who are kicking against the darkness until it bleeds daylight. Hear from people who are making this world a better place.

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  • Creator
    Rodney Olsen
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2024
  • Episodes
    187
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright Rodney Olsen 2024 All rights reserved.
  • Show Website
    Bleeding Daylight

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