Ordinary People Extraordinary Things

Nancy Bruscher
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Real Hope.Real stories.From everyday people, just like you. 🎙️ NEW podcast episode every other Sunday!

  1. 23H AGO

    121. How To Talk About Church Hurt Without Tearing Down Faith with Scott Martin

    This is a shortened version of episode 113 for Content Christian Media Conference. Thanks for listening! Listen to the entire conversation: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1882033/episodes/18236499 https://generationstogenerations.com/podcast ordinarypeoplestories@gmail.com https://www.facebook.com/ordinarypeoplestory https://www.instagram.com/ordinarypeopleextraordinary/ X: @storiesextra  Any advice should be confirmed with a qualified professional. All rights reserved: Ordinary People Extraordinary Things Stories shared by guests may not always be shared views  of OPET.  Being a guest does not mean OPET approves of every decision or action in the guests' life.  We all have a story, all of us, share your story. You don't have to have the perfect answer or the perfect life - share what Jesus is doing in your life. This is an easy, real way to witness & share your testimony.

    9 min

  2. MAR 22

    120. What Can the Dead Sea Teach Us About Forgiveness with Brad Nelson

    The Lord’s Prayer might be the most memorized Christian prayer in the world, which also makes it dangerously easy to skim. We sit down with Brad Nelson to slow it all the way down, chasing the original context, the translation details, and the lived implications that hit hardest when life is ordinary and messy. We explore Brad's favorite Hebrew root word, kaved, and how “heavy” burdens can somehow become “glory.” We also unpack the Lord’s Prayer’s communal language, why the familiar doxology appears later in church history, and why “Our Father in the heavens” can train us to zoom out for trust while also zooming in for God’s nearness. Some moments are unforgettable: forgiveness pictured through the Sea of Galilee and the Dead Sea, awe as a practice that rewires how we see the world, and “your kingdom come” as the center of Jesus’ message and our daily discipleship. We also take “deliver us from evil” seriously, naming the dangers of obsession and denial, and why resisting evil looks like cruciform love shaped by the truth of Scripture. If you’ve wanted a Lord’s Prayer study that is biblical, practical, and honest about real life, press play. Subscribe, share this with a friend who needs fresh language for prayer, and leave a review so more listeners can find the show. Connect with Brad @ The Lord's Prayer Watch the entire episode: https://youtu.be/BuU00dCvOVs Brad’s 1st interview: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1882033/episodes/16586243 https://generationstogenerations.com/podcast ordinarypeoplestories@gmail.com https://www.facebook.com/ordinarypeoplestory https://www.instagram.com/ordinarypeopleextraordinary/ X: @storiesextra  Any advice should be confirmed with a qualified professional. All rights reserved: Ordinary People Extraordinary Things Stories shared by guests may not always be shared views  of OPET.  Being a guest does not mean OPET approves of every decision or action in the guests' life.  We all have a story, all of us, share your story. You don't have to have the perfect answer or the perfect life - share what Jesus is doing in your life. This is an easy, real way to witness & share your testimony.

    1h 4m

  3. MAR 8

    119. Blue To Breath: A Miracle Birth with Nicole Voake

    Today we sit with Nicole, a mom who once doubted modern miracles, as she walks us through a delivery room where time stalled, medicine strained, and prayer broke through. Her daughter’s shoulder locked, her head delivered but body stuck, and for three minutes there was no breath and no heartbeat. Two zero Apgar scores, a room full of experts, and the sound of bagging and compressions—then, finally, life. What happened next is just as gripping: Nicole’s catastrophic birth injury required immediate repair, and the rare specialist needed for that surgery was, inexplicably, already at the hospital. Even then, the true danger hid until a sharp-eyed nurse refused to look away, caught a silent hemorrhage, and moved fast enough to save a mother who was herself dying. We don’t rush past the aftermath. Nicole’s husband held the line at home while carrying his own fear, a perspective men too often swallow in crises like birth trauma and miscarriage. If this conversation moved you, share it with someone who needs hope today, hit follow, and leave a review with the moment that stayed with you most. We’d love to hear your story too. https://generationstogenerations.com/podcast ordinarypeoplestories@gmail.com https://www.facebook.com/ordinarypeoplestory https://www.instagram.com/ordinarypeopleextraordinary/ X: @storiesextra  Any advice should be confirmed with a qualified professional. All rights reserved: Ordinary People Extraordinary Things Stories shared by guests may not always be shared views  of OPET.  Being a guest does not mean OPET approves of every decision or action in the guests' life.  We all have a story, all of us, share your story. You don't have to have the perfect answer or the perfect life - share what Jesus is doing in your life. This is an easy, real way to witness & share your testimony.

    36 min

  4. FEB 22

    118. I Am: Finding Identity with Michele Cushatt

    Michele, a three-time tongue cancer survivor, reframes identity from performance to the promises of God. Her story moves through pain’s lies, Scripture’s ballast, and the freedom of saying “I am” as God defines it. • high-capacity habits meeting holy dependence • rescued as identity amid cancer, pain and recovery • pain’s loud lies and how to answer with truth • “I Am” beyond roles, titles and appearance • hesed as God’s covenant love and loyalty Share with us how you finish the sentence "I am..." on socials or www.GenerationsToGenerations.com Watch the interview… https://youtu.be/KaMygpi33JY Connect with Michele: Home - Michele Cushatt https://generationstogenerations.com/podcast ordinarypeoplestories@gmail.com https://www.facebook.com/ordinarypeoplestory https://www.instagram.com/ordinarypeopleextraordinary/ X: @storiesextra  Any advice should be confirmed with a qualified professional. All rights reserved: Ordinary People Extraordinary Things Stories shared by guests may not always be shared views  of OPET.  Being a guest does not mean OPET approves of every decision or action in the guests' life.  We all have a story, all of us, share your story. You don't have to have the perfect answer or the perfect life - share what Jesus is doing in your life. This is an easy, real way to witness & share your testimony.

    32 min

  5. FEB 8

    117. Faith, False Accusation, & a Teacher’s Resolve with Erin Ahnfeldt

    Ever felt unseen or misunderstood? Erin, a public school teacher, was falsely accused & a single song reframed the battle and renewed his calling. Hear how faith steadied him and why being seen by God restored the soul. • why stories help us spot God’s work • how a Christian teacher navigates public school boundaries • the weight of a false accusation and internal fallout • the moment a song became a shield If this episode encouraged you, share it with someone who needs the reminder that they are not alone and that they are fully seen. Connect with Erin at: See God in Your Story https://generationstogenerations.com/podcast ordinarypeoplestories@gmail.com https://www.facebook.com/ordinarypeoplestory https://www.instagram.com/ordinarypeopleextraordinary/ X: @storiesextra  Any advice should be confirmed with a qualified professional. All rights reserved: Ordinary People Extraordinary Things Stories shared by guests may not always be shared views  of OPET.  Being a guest does not mean OPET approves of every decision or action in the guests' life.  We all have a story, all of us, share your story. You don't have to have the perfect answer or the perfect life - share what Jesus is doing in your life. This is an easy, real way to witness & share your testimony.

    28 min

  6. JAN 25

    116. What If Faith & Neuroscience Are Telling Us the Same Story? with Carli Streich

    We speak with Carli about renewing the mind through Scripture and science, from naming lies to practicing daily tools that reshape the brain.  • identifying recurrent lies and replacing them with Scripture • how childhood labels become adult identity loops • bridging faith and neuroscience • media, fear, and the mental health aftershock since 2020 • gratitude, kindness, and training attention toward good Reach out and share how knowing God's truth is changing your heart and mind. You can find Carli at... Brightwaveneuro.com carli@brightwaveneuro.com Instagram Listen to episode 114 https://www.buzzsprout.com/1882033/episodes/18310860 https://generationstogenerations.com/podcast ordinarypeoplestories@gmail.com https://www.facebook.com/ordinarypeoplestory https://www.instagram.com/ordinarypeopleextraordinary/ X: @storiesextra  Any advice should be confirmed with a qualified professional. All rights reserved: Ordinary People Extraordinary Things Stories shared by guests may not always be shared views  of OPET.  Being a guest does not mean OPET approves of every decision or action in the guests' life.  We all have a story, all of us, share your story. You don't have to have the perfect answer or the perfect life - share what Jesus is doing in your life. This is an easy, real way to witness & share your testimony.

    47 min

  7. 12/21/2025

    115. Carols, Hope, & a Christmas Playlist

    We've curated a calm, hope-filled Christmas set that blends classic carols with original songs focused on light, peace, and love. Have a Merry Christmas and don't forget to share the podcast. Even though it's a busy season, it's actually a great time for people to start listening to podcasts, so please share. 🎤Emily Hope is on all the major streaming platforms… YouTube:  https://youtube.com/@EmilyHopesToSing?feature=shared Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/4MZJ8zjxHMEtrGdghg6KnN?si=2tL7usktTBuZ7n_DAU_nwQ Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/emily-hope/1400912319 Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/artists/B07B6GSHBM/emily-hope?marketplaceId=ATVPDKIKX0DER&musicTerritory=US   🎤You can find this song & others by terce. at the links below...  🎶 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/artist/74HQXGQeUMSdQqBou0LXMa 🎶 iTunes - https://music.apple.com/us/album/light-of-the-world/1587374775?i=1587374776 🎶 Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@tercemusic   🎤Links to All Listening Platforms: bradleygoodin.com/links Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/2P3C5S3A5ILVlkDrrz2wBE?si=gUkZcs9TSTW_KIH9yGWYEw Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/bradley-goodin/1538488907 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrqRsEtpAclfjj5iRAX-GjQ https://generationstogenerations.com/podcast ordinarypeoplestories@gmail.com https://www.facebook.com/ordinarypeoplestory https://www.instagram.com/ordinarypeopleextraordinary/ X: @storiesextra  Any advice should be confirmed with a qualified professional. All rights reserved: Ordinary People Extraordinary Things Stories shared by guests may not always be shared views  of OPET.  Being a guest does not mean OPET approves of every decision or action in the guests' life.  We all have a story, all of us, share your story. You don't have to have the perfect answer or the perfect life - share what Jesus is doing in your life. This is an easy, real way to witness & share your testimony.

    15 min

  8. 12/07/2025

    114. Devil Says You’re Unloved; God Says 'Lie' with Nancy Bruscher

    We trace how a hidden lie—“I am not loved”—can take root even when life is full of love, and how God gently replaces it with truth. Through journaling, Scripture, breath, and a picture of a Father’s heart, we move from head knowledge to heart knowledge. • naming I am statements that wound  • pairing each lie with a clear biblical truth  • using Scripture to anchor identity  • breathing practices to embody truth  • recognizing how focus distorts love  • moving truth from mind to heart  • Advent as a call to slow down  • asking God for wisdom with expectancy “Let me end with this beautiful, simple children’s song sung by my daughter Rachel: Yes, Jesus loves me... The Bible tells me so.” https://generationstogenerations.com/podcast ordinarypeoplestories@gmail.com https://www.facebook.com/ordinarypeoplestory https://www.instagram.com/ordinarypeopleextraordinary/ X: @storiesextra  Any advice should be confirmed with a qualified professional. All rights reserved: Ordinary People Extraordinary Things Stories shared by guests may not always be shared views  of OPET.  Being a guest does not mean OPET approves of every decision or action in the guests' life.  We all have a story, all of us, share your story. You don't have to have the perfect answer or the perfect life - share what Jesus is doing in your life. This is an easy, real way to witness & share your testimony.

    5 min
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