Talks For Christ

Living An Inspired Life Through Biblical Stewardship with Scott Maderer - Audio

Dr. Bruce Oliver is joined by Scott Maderer, author, speaker, coach, and founder of Inspired Stewardship. Inspired Stewardship was founded as a business to serve entrepreneurs who are struggling to live out their calling. Scott works to help align the way you use your time, your talent, and your treasures so that you can live a fully authentic life. Scott has served over 1000 clients in 20 countries through his work. He also authored Inspired Living: Assemble the Puzzle of Your Calling by Mastering Your Time, Your Talent, and Your Treasures.

How God Sustains Us Through Grief And Loss - Audio

Our guest today is Mia Godfrey, a certified life coach and author whose life journey reminds us that God's grace can meet us in life's darkest moments. From leaving Romania to build a new life in America, to overcoming addiction, widowhood, and the pain of caregiving during her sister's battle with cancer, Mia has experienced seasons that tested her faith in profound ways. Her memoir, "Buried, Not Broken", is a powerful reminder that God can bring beauty from brokenness and purpose from pain. I believe today's conversation will inspire anyone who needs renewed hope. If you’ve ever felt buried by pain, let Mia’s story remind you—you’re not broken. You’re being planted for something beautiful.

Called For More: Living With Purpose - Audio

Founded by Raymond and Leslie Funk, Three Cord Marriage was birthed after they received healing in their own marriage and the Lord called them to make their ministry their vocation. Today, they serve as Marriage Missionaries and Certified Coaches. If you need more for your marriage you will be encouraged by this episode. If you need more for your marriage you will be encouraged by this episode.

Serving God Under Siege in Ukraine - Audio

In this powerful episode, Dr. Bruce Oliver sits down with Pastor Valentyn Syniy, a Ukrainian pastor, educator, and ministry leader whose life was forever changed by the Russian invasion of Ukraine. Pastor Valentyn Syniy is the author of "Serving God Under Siege: How War Transformed a Ukrainian Community." As President of Tavriski Christian Institute, Pastor Valentyn witnessed the destruction of his campus, the loss of a treasured library, and the displacement of his community. Yet through it all, his faith in Christ remained steady. Together, they discuss leadership during chaos, how war reshaped his understanding of Scripture, and why the Church must continue carrying the Gospel even in the darkest moments. If you have ever wondered how believers endure suffering while holding onto hope, this conversation will encourage and challenge your heart.

Trusting God When Life Takes an Unexpected Turn - Audio

Have you ever wondered if the difficult moments in your life were actually preparing you for something greater? In this episode of Talks For Christ, Dr. Bruce Oliver talks with Jason Ward about discovering God’s hand in life’s unexpected turns. Drawing from his book *Find Your Gold Thread*, Jason explains how patterns from the past can reveal purpose, calling, and direction. This conversation is filled with hope for listeners searching for clarity, encouragement, and renewed trust in God’s timing.