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Brian sits down with Engedi pastors Josh Haltom (Community Life) and Bre Wierenga (Engedi Grand Rapids) to unpack Lungz Makaula’s September 20 message “Life on the Other Side.” They talk about what it means to take up your cross daily, why dying to self leads to real life, and how motive matters as much as action. Links & Episode Notes Engedi Grand Rapids Life on the Other Side | Lungz Makaula Lungz MakaulaSozo City Church Fellowship of Christian Athletes Family Ties Josh ShockeyMotor City Church John Piper (theologian) Scripture References Luke 9:22–25 Hebrews 12:5–11 John 15 Matthew 3:13–17 Made to Advance is a production of Engedi Church and is hosted by Brian Aulick. Send us your feedback at [email protected].

Nirup Alphonse is the founder and lead pastor of LIFEGATE Church, a multi‑ethnic, multi‑cultural church in Denver, Colorado. He and his wife, Hannah, have four sons, and Nirup's first book, Defiant Lights, releases later this month. Nirup and Brian talk about joy, contentment, and what it means to discover God’s great purpose for this world.Links & Episode Notes Nirup Alphonse LIFEGATE Denver Follow Nirup on Instagram Sign up for Nirup's weekly encouragement email Nike Jordan and Nike Huarache shoes & sneakers Contra (video game) Defiant Lights: How Following Jesus's Call to Live Differently Remakes Us and Restores Our World by Nirup Alphonse John Wesley C.T. Studd John Stott Randy Alcorn E. Stanley Jones Wall Street C.S. Lewis Scripture References Matthew 5:14-16 Genesis 3 Philippians 4:11-13 Made to Advance is a production of Engedi Church and is hosted by Brian Aulick. Send us your feedback at [email protected].

Brian sits down with Tyana Armijo, Engedi Kids team member and Engedi Music leader & songwriter, and Josh Haltom, Engedi’s Community Life pastor, for an honest, story-filled conversation about what it actually looks like to walk with the Holy Spirit day to day — how to discern His voice, what to do when you miss it, and how to keep growing in dependence on Him. Links & Episode Notes Engedi ChurchScripture References John 10 Matthew 25:1–13 Matthew 28 Mark 10:46–52 Luke 2 Acts 2 Romans 8:5–8 Galatians 5 Ephesians 5:18 1 Thessalonians 5:19 Made to Advance is a production of Engedi Church and is hosted by Brian Aulick. Send us your feedback at [email protected].

Chet Pete is the Campus Pastor of Elevation Church’s University City campus in Charlotte, NC, where he also serves on the executive leadership team. After a decade in the marketplace running stores for Finish Line, Chet has spent the last ten years in ministry — eight of them as a campus pastor. In this conversation he opens up about second-chair leadership, why your team needs to know that you bleed, and a revelation about the two times God speaks to Jesus in Scripture. Links & Episode Notes Chet Pete Instagram: @chet.pete Elevation Church Elevation Church — University City Chet's sermons at Elevation Pastor Steven Furtick Pastor Larry Brey Sacred Pathways by Gary Thomas Scripture References Proverbs 27:23 Matthew 6:33 Luke 15:31 Matthew 3:17 Matthew 17:5 Matthew 28:19-20 Ephesians 4:11-12 Made to Advance is a production of Engedi Church and is hosted by Brian Aulick. Send us your feedback at [email protected].

From the Engedi Church Men’s Conference in February 2024: U.S. Navy Blue Angel and Top Gun: Maverick stunt pilot Frank Weisser joins Brian to share his story. From perilous flights over Afghanistan to flying with Tom Cruise, Frank shares his wisdom on faith, failure, and fighting through adversity. Links & Episode Notes U.S. Navy CDR Frank Weisser U.S. Navy Blue Angels Top Gun: Maverick (2022) Made to Advance is a production of Engedi Church and is hosted by Brian Aulick.

Tommee Profitt is a prolific music producer and songwriter who has collaborated with major artists like NF and Josh Groban, composes TV and movie music that’s been streamed billions of times, and even wrote a Christmas album with an epic live performance that has become an annual tradition at the Grand Ole Opry. Tommee and Brian talk about his creative process and how his faith informs all that he does. Links & Episode Notes Tommee Profitt Tommee Profitt (@tommeeprofitt) Seal Team Cybertruck | Tesla Engedi MusicEngedi Music | Capitol Christian Music Group NF Sam Tinnesz Fleurie (@fleuriemusic) • Instagram Concussion trailer Creed III trailer Yamaha DX7 Concept album - Wikipedia The Birth Of A King | The Birth Of A King: Live In Concert The Opry - Tommee Profitt - The Birth of a King LIVE IN CONCERT Daniel St. Black Made to Advance is a production of Engedi Church and is hosted by Brian Aulick.

Christian hip-hop artist and pastor Brenno Aquino opens up about his journey from a Brazilian immigrant upbringing to viral moments with Forrest Frank and Sway in the Morning, and the humbling seasons that shaped his faith along the way. Links & Episode Notes Brenno AquinoBrenno - Lace Up Your Boots (Rap Remix) Official Music Visual Lecrae Andy Mineo KB FL Studio (Fruity Loops) Bob Sorge Sway in the Morning Forrest FrankJESUS IS ALIVE (VOL. 1) VIDA (DELUXE) WAR / LACE UP YOUR BOOTS (feat. Charles Weems) | Engedi Music Scripture References Hebrews 12

Gladys Cruz immigrated from Mexico to Michigan as a young girl, leaving behind a challenging present for an equally challenging future. In this episode Gladys shared about starting her own luxury balloon art business, her struggle with depression & anxiety, the importance of seeking help, and her hopes and dreams for the future. Links & Episode Notes Llamazing Events (Instagram) Engedi Español Coyote (person) - Wikipedia Advance Parole | U.S. Customs and Border Protection Limited Liability Company (LLC) | Internal Revenue Service What is CRM? | HubSpot Postpartum depression - Mayo Clinic Made to Advance is a production of Engedi Church and is hosted by Brian Aulick.

Hip-hop artist Steven Malcolm shares his journey from challenging upbringing to a successful recording career. Amidst the chaos, he found encouragement in basketball, music, and ultimately, his faith in Christ. Links & Episode Notes  Steven Malcolm (Spotify | Apple Music) The Edge Urban Fellowship Reach Records 116 Lecrae “Christ My Swagg” cover art Andy Mineo Canon Json / Lamp Mode Steven’s TikTok / Instagram “Summertime” ft. Snoop Dogg (Spotify | Apple Music) “Believe In Me” (Spotify | Apple Music) The Edge Urban Fellowship 2011 Cypher (YouTube) “40” (Spotify | Apple Music) BOATS (Apple Music) Made to Advance is a production of Engedi Church and is hosted by Brian Aulick.

Josh Haltom is Discipleship Pastor at Engedi Church in Holland, Michigan. In this conversation Josh talks about his journey to faith, reconciling with his parents, and the power of the Holy Spirit. He and (fellow Hoosier) Brian also bond over their shared love for Indiana University. Links & Episode Notes Indiana University 2026 Football Spring Game - Indiana University Athletics Night With the Son at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall | Indiana University Auditorium Joby Martin The Prodigal God by Tim Keller Scripture References 2 Corinthians 12:7-9 John 14:12

Aaron Nelson is a professional performer and veteran cast member of Disney’s The Lion King. He’s been touring with The Lion King for over 10 years, performing eight shows each week in roles like Simba, Scar, and Mufasa. Aaron shares about achieving his dream, the emptiness he experienced when he reached those heights, and how God met him there. Links & Episode Notes Aaron Joseph Nelson (@theactlete) Disney’s THE LION KING Columbia College Chicago Disney College ProgramFestival of the Lion King Dangerous Calling by Paul David Tripp Engedi Music Scripture References Hebrews 12

Ryan Maher is a pastor and co-leader of digital ministries like Trust God Bro, Her True Worth, and The Prayer Channel, and he’s also the author of The God Worth Trusting. He and Brian talk about the book and how it explores God’s goodness and the truth of human suffering. Ryan also reflects on the early days of Instagram and reaching people with the good news of the gospel in the digital age. Links & Episode Notes Ryan Maher Trust God Bro Her True Worth Prayer Channel The God Worth Trusting: Restoring Faith in a Good God Moving Mountains by John Eldredge Bible App Scripture References John 16:33 1 John 5:19 Ephesians 5:1 Hebrews 6:10 2 Corinthians 10:5 “Never believe anything bad about God.”—Dallas Willard

What will we see when we die? John Burke is the founder and former lead pastor of Gateway Church in Austin, Texas. He’s also an author who has researched over 1,000 near-death experiences. He and Brian talk about the reality of heaven and what it looks like to live with a true vision of eternity in mind. Links & Episode Notes John Burke (Instagram) Imagine Heaven Imagine Heaven Imagine the God of Heaven Gateway Church Heaven: A Comprehensive Guide to Everything the Bible Says About Our Eternal Home by Randy Alcorn Near-death experience - Wikipedia Scripture References Hebrews 11 Acts 14 2 Corinthians 12 1 Corinthians 15 Revelation 21 Matthew 7 John 10 1 Corinthians 13 “Joy is the serious business of heaven.” —C.S. Lewis Made to Advance is a production of Engedi Church and is hosted by Brian Aulick.

John Barce is a lawyer in Fort Wayne, Indiana, and co-founder of NeighborLink.org, a platform that has connected volunteers with homeowners in need since 1998. John shares about the journey to faith during his college years, what it means to truly disciple one another, and how NeighborLink came to be. Links & Episode Notes John Barce Indiana University Purdue University Cru Topical Memory System (TMS) | Scripture Memorization Tool InterVarsity Christian Fellowship Blackhawk Ministries Grace to You Tim Keller NeighborLink.org Vineyard Cincinnati Steve Sjogren Scripture References Galatians 2:20 2 Corinthians 5:17 John 10:10 John 7:37 The Great Commission (Matthew 28)

Brian is joined by Engedi Global Missions Pastor (and wife!) Christina for another conversation, this time about the foundational practices that make marriages thrive. They round out the discussion with some Q&A from a recent marriage event at the church. Links & Episode Notes MTA 67: Christina Aulick: When Your Pit Becomes Your Platform The Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work by John Gottman Married Sex by Gary Thomas Scripture References Matthew 6:33 John 15:2 Matthew 6:21 Song of Songs 5:16 1 Peter 3:7 John 5:6 Luke 24:38 John 20:15 Matthew 17:25 1 Corinthians 7:5 Ephesians 5:21–33