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The 11:38 Podcast

by Rudy Rivera

The 11:38 Podcast is a project I have to tell the stories of people I know who are doing great things in life, ministry, family, and business. These are people I know who I believe as Hebrews 11:38 says, "the world was not worthy of them." So I hope this podcast encourages you in your faith and life. My Dad always told me, "go forward in the name of Jesus." I hope you enjoy listening and you do the same!

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Episodes

  1. Episode 16: Part 2: A conversation with former Prime Minister of Ethiopia- Tamrat Layne and Mulu Girmay

    Mulu and Tamrat are new friends of mine living in the Denver area who have a remarkable story of meeting Jesus. They are both from Ethiopia and currently have a ministry, Life Center Ethiopia, to orphans and widows living in Ethiopia. Life Center Ethiopia provides food, after-school tutoring and...

  2. Episode 15: Part 1: A conversation with former Prime Minister of Ethiopia- Tamrat Layne and Mulu Girmay

    Mulu and Tamrat are new friends of mine living in the Denver area who have a remarkable story of meeting Jesus. They are both from Ethiopia and currently have a ministry, Life Center Ethiopia, to orphans and widows living in Ethiopia. Life Center Ethiopia provides food, after-school tutoring and...

  3. Episode 14: A conversation with Matt Moore about church in our times, family, and health for followers of Jesus.

    Matt is a friend of mine living in Austin Texas. He makes his home there where we used to live. Austin is where my wife and I grew up in the faith and learned ministry and it's also the birthplace of our kids. I am proud of Matt and his family for their dedication to gospel living in our old…

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  4. Episode 13: A conversation with Justin Kim about faith in trying times, the supreme value of Jesus, making tough decisions to make disciples, and following God to different cities.

    Justin is an old and new friend to me. We first met in Seattle at a mutual friend's wedding. (Tom Brown) Justin was officiating the wedding, and I was standing with Tom as a groomsman. Justin and I have kept in touch online and are finally catching up in person. What you hear and see in Justin is...

  5. Episode 12: A conversation with Sarah Vega about having a hard heart, enduring abuse and chronic pain, and being a self defined ”biting sheep”.

    Sarah is an amazing artist who helped Sticks and Stones Publishing illustrate a second published book in 2021. Her work on the “The Little Clock” can be found on sticksandstonespublishing.com and can be purchased on Amazon. What is even more amazing is her heart for Jesus, her kids (and all…

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  6. Episode 11: Talking with Trevor Petty about family, concerns over churches, and rephrasing Psalm 23 for his children

    Trevor is a good friend who lives about 30 minutes from me in Greeley Colorado. We cover topics ranging from family, church, bible reading, authoring books, and the changing landscape of Christianity. Trevor authored a book titled, "Strange Revolution: Exploring the Life of Jesus". He dedicated…

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  7. Episode 10: Talking with Barry Bishop about laughter, learning from Happy, and the number one trait to possess if you are lost in the wilderness.

    Barry is a good friend who lives life full of joy, laughter, and a morbid sense of humor. We cover topics ranging from family, humility, using our God given gifts all the way to the number one trait you want if you are ever lost in the wilderness. Barry is a dad, husband, teacher, pastor, stand…

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  8. Episode 9: A conversation with Karina Venable about foster parenting, adoption, and carrying on when life feels like death

    Karina and I enjoy a conversation about all sorts of subjects. Karina is a woman of God who I very much appreciate for her wisdom, peace, and kindness. She is an enthusiastic mom, wife, friend, and loving family member. I feel like I rediscovered a little about Karina and her heart for prayer in...

  9. Episode 8: A conversation about obedience, writing, and chronic pain with Shanna Bauer.

    Shanna and I cover lots of ground on how to keep going in obedience when God is speaking to you. She talks about her battle with Lyme disease, how she kept looking for beauty anywhere she could see, and how God has called her to minister to others with her writing. She's a hydro-geoscientist by...

  10. Episode 7 Part 2: Victoria and Stephanie Moore telling the miraculous story of Victoria being run over by a truck at the age of 9.

    Victoria and her mom Stephanie tell their story of God saving Victoria when her skull was crushed by a truck. She was so little at the time! Victoria sent me a video clip taken soon after the accident and wow the clip is just moving! Have a listen to this remarkable story of salvation which…

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  11. Episode 7: Victoria and Stephanie Moore telling the miraculous story of Victoria being run over by a truck at the age of 9.

    Victoria and her mom Stephanie tell their story of God saving Victoria when her skull was crushed by a truck. She was so little at the time! Victoria sent me a video clip taken soon after the accident and wow the clip is just moving! Have a listen to this remarkable story of salvation which…

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  12. Episode 6: A Conversation about learning and creativity with Russell Dietrich.

    Russ and I talk about learning, being inquisitive, and art. He’s a young, dynamic, creative leader. You can find him (when you can travel again) in Urbana IL somewhere near the University of Illinois. He’s also active on Twitter @russdie or on Instagram @russdie I hope you enjoy this episode.…

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  13. Episode 5: A conversation with Katie Robinson about family, her spiritual journey, losing a parent, and identity in Christ.

    Katie and I catch up on a variety of subjects as she talks about her family, losing a parent, maturing in Christ, and her faith journey which was given to her by her parents and now has grown into something new. She's a great friend, a thoughtful feeler, and has an attitude of gratefulness. If…

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  14. Episode 4: A conversation with Kristin Hagen about achieving goals, resting in God, and going back to school.

    Kristin and I catch up about her reading the Psalms and going back to school after raising her kids. Kristin is a professional health consultant with multiple degrees and accreditations. She is passionate about people living healthy lives for God and I hope we get an opportunity to bring her out…

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  15. Episode 3: Talking family, business, fasting, worship, and life with Jenny Wilcoski

    Jenny and I catch up after a year and talk about business travel as a Christian. She is very well respected in her company and field and has a lot of good practical advice to offer. I've know Jenny, her husband Ed, and family for 11 years now and I'm struck by her kindness and strength of...

  16. Episode 2: Talking life, family, church, and losing loved ones with Mark Hagen

    I've known Mark since 1992-93, and we've seen and done some great things together! I recently got a chance to Skype with Mark and the time together went into some very personal and emotional places. I'm honored to bring you our brief talk! I value Mark in my life and admire him for many many...

  17. Episode 1 Talking life, death, cancer, friendship and ministry with John Drage

    This is my first episode and I'm glad to bring you one of my mentors and good friends, John Drage. Follow his cancer and life journey at www.johndrage.com I've known John since the summer of 1994, and we've seen and done some great things together! I recently got a chance to sit with John in one…

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

The 11:38 Podcast is a project I have to tell the stories of people I know who are doing great things in life, ministry, family, and business. These are people I know who I believe as Hebrews 11:38 says, "the world was not worthy of them." So I hope this podcast encourages you in your faith and life. My Dad always told me, "go forward in the name of Jesus." I hope you enjoy listening and you do the same!

HOSTED BY

Rudy Rivera

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The 11:38 Podcast is a project I have to tell the stories of people I know who are doing great things in life, ministry, family, and business. These are people I know who I believe as Hebrews 11:38 says, "the world was not worthy of them." So I hope this podcast encourages you in your faith and...

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The 11:38 Podcast is created and hosted by Rudy Rivera.
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