Ep 12: God-Made, Self Driven w/ Dustin Bertrand

Ep 15: Slow Down to the Speed of Joy ft. Justin Hebert

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2451213/fan_mail/new] What do you do when the thing your kid loves most gets taken from them in an instant? In this episode, Dustin sits down with Justin Hebert who is a registered dietitian, business development professional, cycling instructor, and Lafayette native, for a conversation that moves from nutrition and oil & gas to one of the most powerful stories of faith and fatherhood you'll hear this year. When Justin's 12-year-old son Grayson tore his ACL on a soccer field, Justin's instinctive response to his son's "why is this happening to me?" wasn't panic...it was purpose. "We've been preparing for this."  That moment became the foundation of everything that followed. Justin opens up about guiding Grayson through surgery, rehab, and the slow rebuild. Not just physically, but in faith, identity, and resilience. He shares how a phone call from a friend whose daughter had gone through the same injury months earlier completely shifted the family's perspective, how he challenged Grayson to see the injury as the opening line of his testimony, and why he believes the trials we walk through aren't detours, but are the story.  He also unpacks his philosophy on nutrition, whole-body health, and his new program Human Rewired, the random encounter in an Albertsons that landed the most important book in his hands, and the one piece of advice he keeps coming back to: slow down to the speed of joy.  Faith. Family. Fulfillment. This is The Elevation Room. Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2451213/support] YouTube: @TheElevationRoomPodcast IG: @TheElevationRoomPodcast FB: The Elevation Room Podcast

Ep 14: Identity, Surrender and Finding Your Why ft. Tim Miguez

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2451213/fan_mail/new] What do you do when the thing you've poured your entire identity into is no longer where you're called to be? In this episode, I sit down with Timothy Miguez who is a husband, father, former basketball coach, and Louisiana native, for one of the most honest conversations yet about what it really means to let go.  Tim shares the moment he told his wife Kennedy he was done coaching, the anxiety attacks he suffered in silence, and the raw, late-night conversations that led him to finally ask: who am I without the thing I've always done? Spoiler: Kennedy already knew the answer. From grieving a coaching career he loved, to rediscovering his faith, rebuilding friendships, and stepping into a new season in sales, Tim's story is a masterclass in trusting God's timing over your own timeline. He also opens up about the books reshaping his thinking, the power of daily affirmations with his kids, and the family traditions (church and donuts, Chicken Sundays, and No Mercy UNO) that prove the best investment you'll ever make is the one happening right at your kitchen table. If you've ever felt the pressure to be more, do more, and prove more then this one is for you. Faith. Family. Fulfillment.  This is The Elevation Room. Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2451213/support] YouTube: @TheElevationRoomPodcast IG: @TheElevationRoomPodcast FB: The Elevation Room Podcast

Ep 13: He Beat Addiction and Stage 4 Cancer | Chad Bellelo’s Unbelievable Story

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2451213/fan_mail/new] Chad Bellelo’s story is one of the most powerful we’ve heard. After years of hiding addiction, stealing from loved ones, and hitting rock bottom, Chad found hope through a faith-based recovery program. Just when life began to stabilize—business was thriving, and his family was good—he was hit with a devastating stage 4 cancer diagnosis. In this episode, Chad gets real about: * His 8-year battle with addiction and how Teen Challenge changed his life * The struggle to stay sober through relapses, divorce, and doubt * How he found lasting recovery through surrender and faith * What it felt like to hear, “You have stage 4 cancer” * The physical and emotional toll of chemo, surgery, and recovery * And the unexpected miracle that followed If you’ve ever questioned if it’s too late to turn things around, this episode will move you. Chad’s story is a testimony to resilience, redemption, and the grace of God—even in the hardest moments. Follow Chad on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chad.bellelo [https://www.facebook.com/chad.bellelo] Check out his business page: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063768631336 [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063768631336] Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2451213/support] YouTube: @TheElevationRoomPodcast IG: @TheElevationRoomPodcast FB: The Elevation Room Podcast

Ep 12: God-Made, Self Driven w/ Dustin Bertrand

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2451213/fan_mail/new] In this powerful episode of The Elevation Room, I sit down with missionary and evangelist Dustin Bertrand, who opens up about a story that’s as unexpected as it is inspiring. From discovering the truth about his birth to undergoing open-heart surgery in college, Dustin shares the deeply personal moments that shaped his identity and his calling. We talk about father wounds, racial identity, heartbreak, and the intense moments of surrender that led him into full-time ministry. His story will challenge you to trust God in the unknown, embrace your story—no matter how messy—and keep moving forward into your purpose. 🔑 Topics: * Identity, forgiveness, and healing * Finding purpose through pain * What seminary taught him (and why he left) * Living with discipline and walking in faith * Why “God sees more than I can see and knows more than I can know” became a personal lifeline This one’s full of real talk, deep insight, and encouragement for anyone feeling stuck, unseen, or unsure of where to go next. You’re not alone—and your story isn’t over. Connect with Dustin: IG: https://www.instagram.com/dustinbertrand7/ [https://www.instagram.com/dustinbertrand7/] FB: https://www.facebook.com/dustin.bertrand.505 [https://www.facebook.com/dustin.bertrand.505] Web: https://www.godmadeselfdriven.org/ [https://www.godmadeselfdriven.org/?fbclid=IwY2xjawNIqtRleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFUUHJzbFMxeUx2RWZFejdxAR5OKxKxmpTHyahq3-V_W8IlaN559Dhu-R_kIGfCBc3urNmECsHSUlSg7nrvIg_aem_Ah6as3WGqYb0ke1f9UcakA] Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2451213/support] YouTube: @TheElevationRoomPodcast IG: @TheElevationRoomPodcast FB: The Elevation Room Podcast

Ep 11: I Saw Four People Raised from the Dead… But Why Not Five?

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2451213/fan_mail/new] What happens when you’ve seen God move in undeniable ways… and then He doesn’t? In this powerful and personal episode of The Elevation Room, gospel artist, comedian, and pastor Donnie Bolden Jr. opens up about his extraordinary childhood encounter with God, the prophetic word spoken over him at just five years old, and the winding journey through calling, purpose, and platform. But the real heart of the conversation comes when Donnie vulnerably shares about the death of his mother in 2017—a woman he watched lay hands and see four people raised from the dead. In one of the most emotional stories we've had on the podcast, Donnie unpacks the faith crisis that followed, the pain of unanswered prayers, and the gentle way God restored his heart with a simple message: “Even in your doubt, I still love you.” This episode will bless anyone who’s: * wrestled with disappointment in faith, * questioned God’s silence, or * needed a reminder that miracles don’t always look like what we expect.  💬 You’ll hear about: * Donnie’s early musical calling and ministry roots * Lessons from grief, legacy, and prayer * Balancing talent, timing, and trust * God’s ability to restore your belief when it feels broken Connect with Donnie: IG @donnieboldenjrmusic https://www.instagram.com/donnieboldenjrmusic/ [https://www.instagram.com/donnieboldenjrmusic/] FB https://www.facebook.com/donnie.j.bolden [https://www.facebook.com/donnie.j.bolden] Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2451213/support] YouTube: @TheElevationRoomPodcast IG: @TheElevationRoomPodcast FB: The Elevation Room Podcast