Crossroads with Jenny Bushkell

What happens when the story you once wanted to hide becomes the very story God uses to help someone else find freedom?  In Part 2 of Jenny's conversation with Crystal Renaud Day, they turn our attention toward healing and recovery from pornography and sexual addiction. Crystal shares her own story—how shame and secrecy kept her struggling in silence, and how God met her in that broken place. What...

There's a growing struggle we don't hear talked about very often.  Pornography addiction is often thought of as a men's issue, but a growing number of women are struggling too. On Part 1 of Crossroads, Jenny's guest is Crystal Renaud Day, a pioneer in the field of female pornography and sexual addiction and the Founder and Executive Director of SheRecovery. Crystal brings more than 15 years of min...

Previously, award-winning author Lisa Pritchard shared how she began looking back over her life and recognizing God's hand in experiences and relationships that once seemed unrelated. You may have seen this in your own life. In Part 2, we're talking about where those paths can lead us. Even a misunderstood first grade class assignment and a blank book had meaning in her life. Lisa's Dirt Dog and F...

Have you ever looked back over your life and suddenly realized that God was connecting dots you didn't even know were there? And then, years later, you begin to see a path that only God could have designed! My guest is the delightful award-winning children's author and former Teacher of the Year, Lisa M. Pritchard. Her first picture book in the Dirt Dog and Friends series, "Dirt Dog Invites Prissy...

"As I'm doing this I hear the fire commander say, 'Get your gear together boys, we're going back up.' I had no way of knowing, but the men and women I encountered in that hallway on the 30th floor were among the 343 firefighters that lost their lives." - Darin Kinder, survivor & hero.  On the morning of 9/1/2001, Secret Service agent Darin Kinder was near the base of the South Tower when it began...

Darin Kinder was inside the World Trade Center in New York City preparing to go into a meeting when the twin towers were hit by two hijacked jetliners. Amid the chaos and destruction, Darin says he felt God speak to him, assuring him that he was not alone.   In the midst of this harrowing event, he made his way to a phone and left a message for his wife assuring her he was ok and was heading back...

What do you do when a "grief storm" suddenly rolls in? A memory. A song. A familiar place. A date on the calendar. Grief can catch us when we least expect it. In Part 2 of Jenny's conversation with Dr. Gayla Holley of Grief Guide Ministries, we continue talking about the journey through loss, and the hope and healing that can come along the way. Dr. Gayla shares about what she calls "grief storms,...

Loss is one of the hardest things we face in life, and grief doesn't always come in the way we expect.  We grieve the loss of someone we love. But we can also grieve a broken relationship, a change in our health, the loss of a dream, or simply the life we thought we were going to have. So how do we move forward without feeling like we're leaving behind what—or who—we've lost? Jenny's guest is Dr....

Unforgiveness is like pulling a rope around a sack loaded with heavy stones that leaves you weary and burdened. In Part 2 of this episode, guest Jodi Jenkins, "Behind the Walls Program Manager at Focus Ministries" shares her past struggle with drug & alcohol addiction which eventually led to a prison sentence. She had abuse, past trauma, pain and rejection to heal from, too. And she has much to sa...

Prison wasn't the end of her story. Addiction can begin with what we see on the outside—but behind it, there is often a deeper story of pain, trauma, loneliness, rejection, or abandonment. Jenny's guest, Jodi White Jenkins, "Behind the Walls Program Manager" at FOCUS Ministries, knows that pain personally. Her struggle with drug and alcohol addiction eventually led to a prison sentence. But God wa...

Do you feel like you are in fight or flight to get through days of trying to do everything on your own? Some days may feel like it's a battle.  Jodanna Knabe can help us unclutter our lives - whether it's our home, habits or our schedules. We are talking about intentional quiet time with The Lord and what it means to really surrender all to Christ. She shares her beautiful testimony of searching f...

Too many decisions. Too many places to be. Too much technology. Too many things demanding our attention!  We live in a world where hurry has become normal—and before long, our schedules are crowded, our minds are cluttered, and our hearts are exhausted.  But what if we could simplify our lives from the inside out and make room for what matters most? Jenny's guest on Crossroads is Jodanna Knabe—spe...

Pastor Chris Edmonds, author of "No Surrender: The Untold Heroism of Roddie Edmonds" is back for the second half of this show.  In 2013 Chris learned of his father's extraordinary heroism from a former POW.  He continues to share the remarkable story of how his father's courage, faith and unwavering conviction has blessed so many. His dad has been posthumously awarded The Medal of Honor and recogn...

A weathered diary,…a chance discovery…and God opened a way. Jenny's guest Pastor Chris Edmonds, author of No Surrender: The Untold Heroism of Roddie Edmonds. In 2013 Chris learned of his father's extraordinary heroism from a former POW. He shares the remarkable story of how his father's courage, faith and unwavering conviction saved more than 200 Jewish American soldiers at the risk of his own lif...

Jesus says, "Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest." Mat 11:28. Award-winning author, Amy Joob is back for the 2nd half of this conversation with Jenny.  Facing loss is one of the hardest things we will ever face in life.  It seems like there is so much grief right now. Whether it's the loss of someone we love, the end of a dream, or a broken relationship, grief...

"Arise, shine, for your light has come, and the glory of the LORD rises upon you." Is 60:1  Back with Jenny is award-winning author Amy Joob. One of the hardest things we will ever face in life is loss. Whether it's the loss of someone we love, the end of a dream, or a broken relationship, grief has a way of making us wonder if life will ever feel whole again. But what if healing isn't just about...

Jenny continues the conversation with Kathleen Cooke as she shares about God moving in their lives, the importance of telling the stories of those who can't, the responsible use of AI and the global impact through faith-based storytelling! Kathleen is an award-winning media executive, actor-producer, writer and speaker, She's the founding partner and VP of Cooke Media Group with her husband Phil C...

Can you trust God with your next step? Back with Jenny is Kathleen Cooke, the award-winning media executive, actor-producer, writer and speaker.   She's a founding partner & VP of Cooke Media Group with her husband Phil. Kathleen joins me to talk about "cultural Christianity," developing a real relationship with Jesus, and learning to trust God with your next step. If you're wrestling with your fa...

God has a purpose for each one of us before the foundation of the world! There's a unique calling on each of our lives. His plans are good, but that doesn't mean our lives will be without struggles. Jenny's guest is best-selling author, faith leader, and technology executive Misty Phillip. She is equipping people to navigate life, faith, leadership, and technology with wisdom and discernment. From...

Artificial intelligence is changing our world faster than most of us ever imagined. After years of studying how technology is shaping our lives, Jenny's guest, Misty Phillip became convinced Christians needed to think differently about AI.         Whether you've embraced it, avoided it, or simply wondered what all the excitement is about, today's conversation will help you think about AI through t...

In Part 2 of Jenny's conversation with Pastor, Counselor, and Author Jason Butler, you'll hear a remarkable testimony of God's transforming grace. Jason shares how God met him in the midst of multiple addictions and led him on the road to recovery, called him to leave a successful career, and led him into ministry through simple—but costly—obedience. Together we explore what it means to answer Jes...

What is it like to walk where Jesus walked?! Jenny's guest is Pastor, Counselor & Author Jason Butler. He just returned from Israel - the epicenter! The place that is holy, the where our history comes alive, and the very ground that Jesus Christ will return to walk on! In Part 1 of this compelling conversation, Jason talks about the beauty of the land where Jesus walked, being on the Sea of Galile...

As America celebrates its 250th Anniversary, take a fascinating journey into our nation's past with Jenny's guest, Dr. Timothy Holder—award-winning author, speaker,  history professor, and passionate storyteller. Did you know many of America's Founding Fathers experienced remarkable moments of faith that helped shape our nation? Dr. Holder shares inspiring stories of courage, providence, and mirac...

Have you ever wondered why God doesn't seem to answer your prayers? Maybe you've prayed for healing, restoration, direction, or someone you love—and heaven has seemed silent. If you've ever asked, Does God even care?, you're not alone. On this episode, Jenny welcomes Dr. Erwin Lutzer, pastor emeritus of The Moody Church in Chicago, where he faithfully served as senior pastor for 36 years. An award...

"Jesus walked into that room and shattered the chains of shame that silenced me so long ago and the stranglehold the enemy had on my voice - was forever broken…" - Jacque We're going to be talking about one of the hardest things that so many people face - healing from a past abortion, the impact of abortion, and the ripple effect of abortion. Regardless if you've had an abortion, or know someone w...