Made to Advance with Brian Aulick

Justin Mack is the missions pastor from River Valley Church in Minneapolis, Minnesota. He and Brian talk about the path to founding Project42, an organization dedicated to reaching people who’ve never heard the good news of Jesus. Justin shares about the faith and finances it took to start Project42, as well as practical ideas for managing big things as a family. Links & Episode Notes Justin Mack Global Teams - River Valley Church Kingdom Builders - River Valley Church MTA #3: “You’d lose weight for another woman?” with Pastor Rob Ketterling Freakonomics: A Rogue Economist Explores the Hidden Side of Everything by Steven D. Leavitt and Stephen J. Dubner Project42 Annual gathering Support Made to Advance is a production of Engedi Church and is hosted by Brian Aulick.

Frank Weisser, former Blue Angel and Navy combat pilot who flew stunts for Top Gun Maverick, joins Brian in the studio for this bonus episode. They talk about focusing on what matters most, developing trust and valuing different perspectives on a team, and finding purpose and direction for each phase of life. Links & Episode Notes Made to Advance, Episode 14: Live with Top Gun: Maverick stunt pilot and U.S. Navy Blue Angel Frank “Walleye” Weisser For the Love of the Game (1999) - IMDB Matthew 6:33 — “But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well.” Top Gun: Maverick (2022) - IMDB The Passion of the Christ (2004) - IMDB “It’s Not About The Nail” - YouTubeMonica Barbaro - IMDB The Checklist Manifesto by Atul Gawande Rule of Life Builder — Practicing the Way Quiet by Susan Cain 1 Corinthians 12:12–14 — “Just as a body, though one, has many parts, but all its many parts form one body, so it is with Christ.” Psalm 126 When Work and Family Collide: Keeping Your Job from Cheating Your Family by Andy Stanley Made to Advance is a production of Engedi Church and is hosted by Brian Aulick.

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.

Shaun Page shares his journey from beating leukemia to becoming a Chick-fil-A owner-operator in Holland, Michigan. He talks about the entrepreneurial aspects of running a Chick-fil-A and what it’s like to partner with the Chick-fil-A corporate team. Shaun discusses the significance of building and leading a team, solving problems, and the secrets to Chick-fil-A’s strong company culture. Links & Episode Notes Shaun Page | LinkedIn Chick-fil-ASauces Spring Arbor University Franchise Information and Opportunities | Chick-fil-A Enneagram Type Descriptions Made to Advance is a production of Engedi Church and is hosted by Brian Aulick.

Church planter, lead pastor, author, and entrepreneur Troy Evans joins to discuss his background, including his childhood in Grand Rapids, Michigan, and his journey in ministry. Troy emphasizes the importance of church multiplication and encourages young leaders to take steps towards planting churches in urban contexts. Links & Episode Notes Troy Evans The Edge of Redemption Hustle Pray Eat The Edge Urban FellowshipWhy We Exist Steven Malcolm (MTA episode) Beacon Light Made to Advance is a production of Engedi Church and is hosted by Brian Aulick.

Pastor and Winning at Home founder Dan Seaborn joins to share about his long history of ministry, his growth in faithfulness, and his emphasis on finding value and identity in Jesus rather than performance. Dan also encourages us about the importance of slowing down, listening, and making Jesus the central focus in life for true contentment and satisfaction. Links & Episode Notes Dan SeabornDan’s books Dr. Gary Oliver | LinkedIn Central Wesleyan Church Winning at Home God Guides by Mary Geegh History - Request Foods Ravines Golf Club Tim Keller Living on Purpose with Rick Warren—The Purpose Driven Life | The Aggressive Life with Brian Tome This is what the Lord says: “When seventy years are completed for Babylon, I will come to you and fulfill my good promise to bring you back to this place. For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. Then you will call on me and come and pray to me, and I will listen to you. (Jeremiah 29:10–12) Made to Advance is a production of Engedi Church and is hosted by Brian Aulick.

Biblical scholar, author, and podcaster Preston Sprinkle joins to discuss how to engage in difficult conversations with charity and grace, especially in the context of challenging issues like faith, sexuality, and gender. Did we mention it’s an election year? Links & Episode Notes Preston Sprinkle Theology in the Raw podcast The Center for Faith, Sexuality & Gender Path to Biblical scholarship University of Aberdeen People to Be Loved Clare De Graaf Leadership journey Challenges & criticism running The Center Preston’s new book: Does the Bible Support Same-Sex Marriage? The Righteous Mind: Why Good People Are Divided by Politics and Religion by Jonathan Haidt The future of this conversation What Is Marriage?: Man and Woman: A Defense (various) Truth Overruled: The Future of Marriage and Religious Freedom by Ryan T. Anderson Made to Advance is a production of Engedi Church and is hosted by Brian Aulick.

Chuck Surack, founder of Sweetwater Sound, shares his journey of music, entrepreneurship, and leadership, emphasizing the importance of serving people well and persevering through challenges. From a VW bus to one million square feet, God has used Chuck and his family to impact so many in Fort Wayne and beyond. Links & Episode Notes Chuck Surack Sweetwater Surack Family Foundation SweetCars Growing up in southern Ohio Boy Scouts of AmericaScout Law Beginnings of Sweetwater Mobile recording studioVolkswagen Bus NAMM (National Association of Music Merchants) Kurzweil K250 Macintosh 512K What’s in the water?Sweetwater training process Effect of the pandemic Growing as a leader amidst success Approach to hiring Looking for servant leaders Beyond Sweetwater Surack Enterprises Longe Optical Big decisions Choosing not to participate in the ’08 recession Rising to the occasion of leading during the pandemic Selling Sweetwater in August 2021CEO Mike Clem Lessons that come with success The Sweet Life Love Fort Wayne Made to Advance is a production of Engedi Church and is hosted by Brian Aulick.

Dr. Bill Mounce is a professor and best-selling author of the book Basics of Biblical Greek. He shares his journey as both scholar and entrepreneur, including the genesis of BiblicalTraining.org. Bill and Brian discuss Biblical foundations, interpreting Scripture, and how we can go deeper in the Bible to advance our faith. Links & Episode Notes Bill Mounce Basics of Biblical Greek Grammar Biblical Training “For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand, that we should walk in them.” (Ephesians 2:10) Basics of Biblical Hebrew by Gary Pratico and Miles Van Pelt Why I Trust the Bible Darrell Bock Craig Blomberg Interpreting the Bible John Calvin John Wesley Essentials of Apologetics with Sean McDowell God in the Dark by Os Guinness Going deeper with the Bible Essentials of Church History with Dr. Gordon Isaac New Bible Commentary NIV Study Bible ESV Study Bible Evangelical Commentary on the Bible by Walter Elwell Evangelical Dictionary of Theology by Daniel Treier and Walter Elwell The Expositor’s Bible Commentary by Tremper Longman III and David Garland A Theology of the New Testament by George Ladd Systematic Theology by Wayne Grudem Biblical Training Getting Started Daniel Block John Oswalt Okanagan Bible College Made to Advance is a production of Engedi Church and is hosted by Brian Aulick.

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 Gladys Cruz Llamazing Events (Instagram) Engedi Español Immigrating to the United States Coyote (person) - Wikipedia Advance Parole | U.S. Customs and Border Protection Starting her own business Limited Liability Company (LLC) | Internal Revenue Service What is CRM? | HubSpot Mental health journeyPostpartum depression - Mayo Clinic Made to Advance is a production of Engedi Church and is hosted by Brian Aulick.

Josh Shockey is the founding pastor of Motor City Church in Detroit, Michigan. He and Brian discuss Josh’s background, including his Texas roots and God’s call to leave everything, move to Detroit, and plant a church. They also talk about the challenges and faith-stretching moments Josh faced along the way. Links & Episode Notes Josh Shockey (Instagram)  Motor City Church - Detroit, Michigan Fellowship Church - Fort Worth, Texas Rob KetterlingRob’s Made to Advance episode Derwin GrayTransformation Church Rick Warren Engedi Church Made to Advance is a production of Engedi Church and is hosted by Brian Aulick.

Dr. Nijay Gupta is a New Testament scholar and author of twenty-five books, including Tell Her Story: How Women Led, Taught, and Ministered in the Early Church. On this episode Nijay shares his path to vocational scholarship, navigating imposter syndrome, battles with health issues, and the benefits of working with a spiritual director. Links & Episode Notes Dr. Nijay Gupta (Twitter | Instagram | Amazon) TGIF (TV programming block) - Wikipedia “For you died, and your life is now hidden with Christ in God.” (Colossians 3:3) Ashland Theological Seminary U2 Call to Christian scholarship Cru (Campus Crusade for Christ) Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary The Master Plan of Evangelism by Dr. Robert E. Coleman Favorite scholars Gordon Fee N.T. Wright Scott McKnight (Twitter) Let Your Life Speak: Listening for the Voice of Vocation by Parker Palmer Finding a vocational path University of DurhamHarry Potter Filming Locations at Durham Cathedral George Fox University Writing and establishing credibility Crux Sola blog Books Health challenges, response, and healing Irritable bowel syndrome Shingles What Is Spiritual Direction? | Portland Seminary Books and podcasts Tell Her Story: How Women Led, Taught, and Ministered in the Early Church Deborah (Old Testament) Mary Magdalene (New Testament) The Chosen Phoebe Lydia The Story of God Bible Commentary: Galatians The Office Experience Slow Theology podcastA.J. Swoboda Crux Sola Radio podcast Made to Advance is a production of Engedi Church and is hosted by Brian Aulick.

Matt Scogin’s path to the presidency at Hope College was anything but conventional, having spent time in both Washington, D.C. and on Wall Street before arriving back on campus in Holland, Michigan in 2019. Possibly even more unconventional is how he’s leaning on the power of the Gospel to face higher education’s biggest challenges head on. In this episode, Matt shares his story and how he seeks to follow God’s plan for his life in all that he does. Links & Episode Notes Matt Scogin (Instagram | LinkedIn)  Hope College A Good Circle | Revisionist History | Malcolm Gladwell 2023 State of the College Address Hope College rings the closing bell at the New York Stock Exchange Duke Silver 🎷 The Promised Land (Exodus 33:1–17) - Matt Scogin - Engedi Church “In their hearts humans plan their course, but the LORD establishes their steps.” (Proverbs 16:9) “My sheep listen to my voice; I know them, and they follow me.” (John 10:27) Hope College - Office of the PresidentPresident’s House Challenges facing higher education Christianity Today article on colleges closing since COVID-19 Gallup poll assessing Americans’ confidence in higher education Hope College’s response to the higher education’s broken business model Hope Forward “Freely you have received; freely give.” (Matthew 10:8) Student Experience - Hope Forward Malcolm GladwellRevisionist History - A Good Circle Made to Advance is a production of Engedi Church and is hosted by Brian Aulick.

Rob Ketterling is a founding pastor of River Valley Church, a large church with multiple campuses in Minneapolis, Minnesota. He and Brian talk about River Valley’s origins and  deep heart for the nations. Rob also shares his thoughts on leading well, living with abundance, and leaving a legacy. Links & Episode Notes Rob Ketterling River Valley Church Kirk Cousins (Twitter) ARC - Association of Related Churches Kingdom BuildersGenerosity Accelerator Rob’s books Keep the Change: Don't Lose What You've Worked So Hard To Gain Change Before You Have To John Maxwell Made to Advance is a production of Engedi Church and is hosted by Brian Aulick.

Kellanova (formerly Kellogg) Senior Vice President Kris Bahner shares her personal journey and experiences, including reaching her full potential despite significant childhood limitations and needing to escape an abusive first marriage. Kris also offers a wealth of advice for young leaders. Links & Episode Notes Kris Bahner (LinkedIn) Clubfoot Spina Bifida MiracleFeet Kellanova Better Days Promise Company transformation Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance by Angela Duckworth Craig Bahner (LinkedIn) How to Know a Person by David Brooks 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.

Made to Advance host Brian Aulick is joined by special guest (and podcaster in her own right) Shawna Beyer to talk about how you’ll be inspired and equipped by this new podcast, launching January 11, 2024. Links & Episode Notes Shawna and Perry Mornings - Moody Radio Real Sisters, Real Talk Engedi Church Upcoming guests sneak peek Steven Malcolm Kris Bahner Rob Ketterling Nijay Gupta Brian Aulick (Instagram | TikTok | Facebook) Now to him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to his power that is at work within us, to him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, for ever and ever! Amen. (Ephesians 3:20–21)