Bleeding Daylight

In this episode of Bleeding Daylight, host Rodney Olsen engages in a profound conversation with John J. R. Rennie, a seasoned entrepreneur who transitioned from running a successful business software company to founding Brushfires Ministry. John shares his journey of discovering true joy and fulfillment in life by aligning his personal agenda with God's purpose. After nearly 40 years in the corpor...

In this episode of Bleeding Daylight, host Rodney Olsen interviews Eric Stephens, a pastor, life coach, and founder of Redwood Christian Ministries. Eric shares his powerful journey from a difficult childhood marked by the absence of his biological father and struggles with addiction and depression, to a transformative encounter with the love and acceptance of Jesus Christ. Through candid storytel...

In this episode of Bleeding Daylight, host Rodney Olsen engages in a profound conversation with Melinda Patrick, a woman whose life story is a testament to resilience and faith amidst trying circumstances. Melinda shares her journey from doubt and despair to hope and joy, emphasizing the transformative power of living in response to God rather than reacting to life's challenges. As the host of the...

In this powerful episode of Bleeding Daylight, host Rodney Olsen engages in a heartfelt conversation with Nancy Manassero, a survivor, advocate, and author. Nancy bravely shares her journey of healing from the trauma of sexual abuse, which began at the age of 20. Her candid account delves into the painful experiences of grooming, the burden of shame, and the transformative process of forgiveness....

In this episode of Bleeding Daylight, Rodney Olsen welcomes Earl Morrison, a man of deep faith and a seasoned expert in leadership and organizational development with nearly three decades of experience. Earl's impressive career includes serving as a chief of police and an assistant director at the Council on Law Enforcement Education and Training. He's also an accomplished author, known for his bo...

In this powerful episode of Bleeding Daylight, Nanci Lamborn shares her harrowing journey from a tumultuous childhood marked by trauma and abuse to a life transformed by forgiveness and faith. Her book, Angry Daughter, The Journey from Hatred to Love, delves deep into her painful past, including the emotional and physical abuse she endured and the strained relationship with her mother. Nanci candi...

In this compelling episode of Bleeding Daylight, host Rodney Olsen welcomes Audrey Dutton, a blogger, online church leader, and podcast host, to share her journey from seeking spirituality in the occult to finding transformative truth in Jesus Christ. Audrey candidly recounts her upbringing surrounded by occult practices, her search for spiritual fulfillment through various alternative beliefs, an...

In this emotionally gripping episode, Rodney Olsen sits down with Crystal Essex, author of the book "Fruitful," to discuss her journey of faith and resilience in the face of infertility. For over 15 years, Crystal and her husband have navigated the challenging issue of infertility, seeking answers and understanding where God is in the midst of it all.   Through her pain and despair, Crystal embark...

In this episode of Bleeding Daylight, host Rodney Olsen sits down with hospice chaplain William Sofield to discuss the concept of "dying well" and the importance of spiritual care at the end of life. William shares insights from his experiences working with patients and their loved ones during some of the most pivotal moments of their lives. From navigating difficult conversations to finding ways...

In this special episode of Bleeding Daylight, host Rodney Olsen takes listeners on a journey back 30 years to a dark period in Rwandan history. He speaks with Emmanuel Kwizera, a survivor of the 1994 genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda. Orphaned at just five years old, Emmanuel shares his harrowing story of loss, resilience, and hope.   Despite enduring unimaginable tragedy, Emmanuel found solace...

In this episode of Bleeding Daylight, host Rodney Olsen welcomes Bambi Lynn, a woman whose life journey is a powerful testament to the transformative power of faith and resilience. From a tumultuous upbringing marked by abuse and despair, to pivotal moments where she encountered the divine, Bambi's story is one of redemption and hope. Despite facing unimaginable challenges, including abuse from fa...

In this episode of Bleeding Daylight, host Rodney Olsen sits down with David Libby, author of "A Different World: God's Sovereignty in the Face of Suffering." David shares his family's journey through prolonged suffering due to chronic illness and how it led them to a deeper understanding of God's sovereignty. Living off the land in rural Maine, David and his family faced the relentless toll of Ly...

In this episode, host Rodney Olsen sits down with Julie Sunne, author of "Sometimes I Forget", to explore the profound challenges life presents and the journey toward trusting God amidst trials. Julie shares her personal journey of faith, marked by miscarriages and the unexpected challenges of parenting children with special needs. From wrestling with grief to finding solace in divine revelation,...

In this poignant episode of Bleeding Daylight, host Rodney Olsen delves into the depths of overwhelming grief with his guest, Cheryl Christopher, who has journeyed through the loss of two children and her grandson. Cheryl shares her heart-wrenching story, starting from her tumultuous childhood marked by abuse and instability to the devastating losses of her sons, Austin and Wes, and later her gran...

In this compelling episode of Bleeding Daylight, host Rodney Olsen sits down with Teresa Whiting, a writer, speaker, and podcaster, to discuss the prevalent issue of sexual brokenness. Teresa's latest endeavour, the Bible study "Graced: How God Redeems and Restores the Broken," delves into the stories of six broken women in Scripture, tackling difficult topics like sexual brokenness and shame. Gro...

In this thought-provoking episode of Bleeding Daylight, host Rodney Olsen delves into the complex topics of forgiveness, denial, and reconciliation with guest Rev Cheryl Kincaid, a Presbyterian minister and author. Cheryl shares her personal journey of overcoming abuse and trauma, highlighting the difference between forgiveness and denial, and the importance of acknowledging and confronting the ef...

In this profound episode of Bleeding Daylight, host Rodney Olsen delves into the transformative power of faith and the incredible journey of his guest, Laura Lopez-Arenas, as she shares her story of redemption and renewal. Laura's narrative is one of struggle, starting from a childhood rooted in Catholicism but lacking a personal connection with God, to facing the tumultuous challenges of an abusi...

Our employment choices often have real impact on marriage and family life. When a spouse is required to travel often, or is involved in a pressured work environment, it can put a strain on relationships. When that work also requires the family to move regularly, it can bring extra pressures. Beth Runkle’s husband served in the US military for 25 years and so she has experienced those pressures fir...

Shawn Paul describes himself as a country kid from the cornfields of Iowa. He strongly believes that when you walk firmly in faith, the extraordinary follows. He has certainly lived what he believes, with his own extraordinary life as proof. These days, Shawn Paul lives in Guatemala, but it’s been an interesting road to get there. He is the host of the podcast, Life is Jesus Christ with Shawn Paul...

Mark Smith co-authored the book Wrestling with Demons. It’s a book that gives hope to anyone wondering if a difficult life can truly be turned around. Mark had a troubled upbringing and was then robbed of the one thing that he thought would be his road to a better life.   WEBLINKS Wrestling with Demons Website Facebook Wrestling with Demons on Amazon

It’s on our TVs, in the movies, and oftentimes in our churches. Our culture is saturated with stories that take us through tough circumstances before being quickly resolved and tied up with a pretty bow. It might be what we yearn for, but life rarely mirrors those neat stories. Katrina Robertson’s life has been anything but neat. She is a speaker, the author of the book Juror #11, and is a coach f...

Rev. Dr. David Chotka is an author, a prayer mobiliser, and has been an ordained pastor for more than 30 years. He’s the founder and director of Spirit-Equip Ministries. David co-authored the book Healing Prayer: God's Idea for Restoring Body, Mind and Spirit.   WEBLINKS Spirit Equip Website Instagram Facebook YouTube Healing Prayer Book Healing Prayer on Amazon

How do you deal with decades of living with a limiting, incurable sickness? How do you believe in a good God, when your life has been marked by depression, anxiety and self-harm? Lauren Roskilly has authored the books, Christian Based Cognitive Behavioural Therapy,  Indestructible Faith- prayers & prompts for Journaling, and her most recent publication Breaking Chains, as well as co-authoring...

Morgan McCarver is a multi-award-winning artist who has just released the book, God the Artist: Revealing God’s Creative Side Through Pottery. At the age of 14, Morgan encountered a major turning point in her life. A health issue that seemed like it was derailing everything for her as a teenager, turned into a new life direction.   WEBLINKS Morgan McCarver Website Instagram Facebook LinkedIn God t...

Brenda Seefeldt is a pastor, speaker, wife, and mom of four. Her book I Wish I Could Take Away Your Pain is about the people who have helped her carry her pain. She continues to share stories of bravery through her website.     WEBLINKS Bravester Facebook Instagram