Julie Nordstrom - Celebrating 85 years of Christian Crusaders
Christian Crusaders Radio & Internet Ministry -- one of America's longest existing radio preaching ministries -- turned 85 in September. In this interview, we sit down with former Executive Director, Julie Nordstrom, and look back on God's faithfulness to this ministry. In case you're interested, here's a list of former Executive Directors: Harriet Obele 1943-12/31/1980 Harold Hammelman 1/1/1981 - 12/31/1986 Rex DeLavergne 1/1/1986 - 6/30/1994 Catherine Orth 7/1/1994 - 8/31/1997 Rex DeLavergne & Clare Rampton 9/1/1997 - 1/13/1998 Karen Mills 1/14/1998 - 11/30/2004 Janet Mennen 12/1/2004 - 6/30/2013 Julie Nordstrom 7/1/2013 - 12/31/2019 Matt Reisetter 1/1/2020 - Present For more information about Christian Crusaders, the ministry under which The CC Podcast is produced: https://christiancrusaders.org/ Thanks to Andrew, our Technical Director, and Terri, our intro/outro announcer! Music by Lesfm from Pixabay
"Mack and Selah" - Following God's Call on the Mission Field
Mack and Selah - an engineer and a doctor by trade - have served as missionaries in multiple locations around the world at different times over the past few decades. Jill is a woman who has a heart for missions and for helping people grow in their faith in Christ and more clearly live out the Kingdom-calling God has on their life. Link to website for Perspectives on the Christian World Movement: https://www.perspectives.org/ Link to website for World Mission Prayer League: https://wmpl.org/ Link to video featuring former Muslim turned Christ follower, Paul Omari: https://youtu.be/zrg9J9_5IUA For more information about Christian Crusaders, the ministry under which The CC Podcast is produced: https://christiancrusaders.org/ Thanks to Andrew, our Technical Director, and Terri, our intro/outro announcer! Music by Lesfm from Pixabay
Last Thoughts from Death Row
Jeff Schwarzentraub - Bold Preacher of God's Word
On Wednesday, August 4, 2021, the Cedar Falls Bible Conference -- as part of the celebration of their 100th annual conference (Sat, July 31 - Sat, Aug 7, 2021) -- had the privilege of hearing from Pastor Jeff Schwarzentraub. Part of the arrangement allowed for Christian Crusaders to have a 1-on-1 interview with Jeff. We got to hear about his early days as a star athlete and successful businessman, and his call to ministry. His humility and love of the Gospel shine through during the whole interview. You'll be glad you listened! For more information about Christian Crusaders, the ministry under which The CC Podcast is produced: https://christiancrusaders.org/ More about Brave church and Pastor Jeff here! Special thanks to Terri P. for voice work! Music by Lesfm from Pixabay
Dave Glander - Atheist Addict Turned Ardent Apologist
The Cedar Falls Bible Conference -- as part of the celebration of their 100th annual conference (Sat, July 31 - Sat, Aug 7, 2021) -- had the privilege of having Dave Glander lead the 7th-12th grade Youth Programming. Part of the arrangement allowed for Christian Crusaders to have a 1-on-1 interview with Dave, where we talked about his rough childhood, struggles with drug addiction and atheism, and his passion for apologetics. His energy and enthusiasm made for a fantastic interview! You'll be glad you listened! For more information about Christian Crusaders, the ministry under which The CC Podcast is produced: https://christiancrusaders.org/ More about Dave Glander, including some of his messages, here. Special thanks to Terri P. for voice work! Music by Lesfm from Pixabay
Dr. Derek Thomas - From Wales to Mississippi to Iowa, the Gospel is the Same
On Thursday, August 5, 2021, the Cedar Falls Bible Conference -- as part of the celebration of their 100th annual conference (Sat, July 31 - Sat, Aug 7, 2021) -- had the privilege of hearing from Dr. Derek Thomas. Part of the arrangement allowed for Christian Crusaders to have a 1-on-1 interview with Dr. Thomas, where we touched on his personal and family faith journeys, his ministry and teaching career, and a deep dive into his messages at the CFBC. You'll be glad you listened! For more information about Christian Crusaders, the ministry under which The CC Podcast is produced: https://christiancrusaders.org/ Special thanks to Terri P. for voice work! We referenced a town in Wales with a very long, unpronounceable name. Read about it here: https://www.atlasobscura.com/places/llanfairpwllgwyngyllgogerychwyrndrobwllllantysiliogogogoch Music by Lesfm from Pixabay
The Secret to Growing and Going in Ministry
Dr. Crawford Loritts - Pastor, Author, Speaker, Radio Host
On Tuesday, August 3, 2021, the Cedar Falls Bible Conference -- as part of the celebration of their 100th annual conference (Sat, July 31 - Sat, Aug 7, 2021) -- had the privilege of hearing from Rev. Dr. Crawford Loritts. Part of the arrangement allowed for Christian Crusaders to have a 1-on-1 interview with Rev. Dr. Loritts, where we touched on his personal faith journey, how he ministers to famous athletes, and a deep dive into his messages at the CFBC. You'll be glad you listened! For more information about Christian Crusaders, the ministry under which The CC Podcast is produced: https://christiancrusaders.org/ Special thanks to Terri P. for voice work! Music by Lesfm from Pixabay
Michael W. Smith - Christian Singer/Songwriter
On Saturday, May 15, 2021, the Cedar Falls Bible Conference -- as part of the celebration of their 100th annual conference (Sat, July 31 - Sat, Aug 7, 2021) -- hosted a Michael W. Smith concert. Part of the arrangement allowed for Christian Crusaders, along with a couple of the concert sponsors, to interview Smitty for this podcast. Michael W. Smith has been one of the most prolific and well known Christian artists in the world over the past several decades. For more information about Christian Crusaders, the ministry under which The CC Podcast is produced: https://christiancrusaders.org/ Thanks to Steven and Terri, our podcast producer and our intro/outro announcer, respectively!
Mark McConnell - Author of "The Prime of My Days: Lessons in the Prime of Life from the Book of Job"
Mark McConnell is a certified talent development professional/coach and the founder of the Forum for Biblical Instruction at Federated Fellowship Church. He earned his bachelor's degree from the University of Northern Iowa and holds a Graduate Certificate in Historical Studies from Reformed Theological Seminary. He enjoys following blue lines on maps in search of any fish that will bite. He lives with his wife, Heather, and their two sons in Iowa. For more information about Christian Crusaders, the ministry under which The CC Podcast is produced: https://christiancrusaders.org/ Thanks to Steven and Terri, our podcast producer and our intro/outro announcer, respectively!