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Hey there BCUFam! Years ago, I heard a sermon about integrity and the importance of God’s people displaying strong moral character, even in small matters. While running an errand, the Lord gave me an opportunity to walk out what I heard. Let's talk about it! After you've finished listening, please head down the comments section here, or over to the comments section at www.BlenCouragesU.com so we can continue our conversation! Thanks everyone and God bless you! Yours in faithful service, Blen

Hey there BCUFam! After experiencing meaningful reconnections with people I haven't seen in a while, one highly anticipated connection didn’t happen as planned, leading to speculation and overthinking. What did God's Word say about the matter? After you've finished listening, please head down the comments section here, or over to the comments section at www.BlenCouragesU.com so we can continue our conversation! Thanks everyone and God bless you! Yours in faithful service, Blen

Hey there BCUFam, My mom passed away recently, and as I reflect on her life, I'd like to share one of the earliest unspoken lessons she taught me. After you've finished listening, please head down the comments section here, or over to the comments section at www.BlenCouragesU.com so we can continue our conversation! Thanks everyone and God bless you! Yours in faithful service, Blen

Hey there BCUFam! I'd like to take you back to a time where the youngest little was over, and the Lord used him to show me how to behave through uncomfortable circumstances. Let's talk about it! After you finish listening, please head down the comments section here, or over to the comments section at www.BlenCouragesU.com so we can continue our conversation! Thanks everyone and God bless you! Yours in faithful service, Blen

Hey there BCUFam! I know, I have not podcasted in the last few weeks...let's start talking about it. After you've finished listening, please head down the comments section here, or over to the comments section at www.BlenCouragesU.com so we can continue our conversation! Thanks everyone and God bless you! Yours in faithful service, Blen

Hey there BCUFam! The last time we were together, we talked about how God answered Hannah's prayers, as she gave birth to Samuel. As we wrap up Hannah's story, she gives a detailed and "fiery" testimony about what the Lord did for her! Let's talk about it! After you finish listening, please head down the comments section here, or over to the comments section at www.BlenCouragesU.com so we can continue our conversation! Thanks everyone and God bless you! Yours in faithful service, Blen

Hey there BCU Fam! Hannah finally took her petition to the Lord in prayer and not only received confirmation the Lord heard her, but her request was answered! Let's talk about it! After you finish listening, please head down the comments section here, or over to the comments section at www.BlenCouragesU.com so we can continue our conversation! Thanks everyone and God bless you! Yours in faithful service, Blen

Hey there BCUFam! Hannah is a woman who has a loving and generous husband, and also has an unfulfilled desire that has tormented her for years. As she became more despondent, the Lord led her to do something about it! Let's talk! After you finish listening, please head down the comments section here, or over to the comments section at www.BlenCouragesU.com so we can continue our conversation! Thanks everyone and God bless you! Yours in faithful service, Blen

Hey there BCU Fam! I had a doctor's appointment, and ended up being tested in a way I was NOT expecting. Let's talk about it! After you've finished listening, please head down the comments section here, or over to the comments section at www.BlenCouragesU.com so we can continue our conversation! Thanks everyone and God bless you! Yours in faithful service, Blen

Hey there BCU Fam! The Lord used my best friend and a nursing student to teach a valuable lesson on communication and correction. Let's talk about it. After you finish listening, please head over to the comments section at www.BlenCouragesU.com so we can continue our conversation! Thanks everyone and God bless you! Yours in faithful service, Blen

Hey there BCU Fam! While it's "LoveWeek," it's important to remember that love is applicable no matter what your relationship status is. Let's revisit four types of love and see what that has to do with us. After you finish listening, please head over to the comments section at www.BlenCouragesU.com so we can continue our conversation! Thanks everyone and God bless you! Yours in faithful service, Blen

Hey there BCU Fam! I had a conversation with someone who was very "productivity-driven". While that has its place, God's word should always take priority. Let's talk about it! After you've finished listening, please head down the comments section here, or over to the comments section at www.BlenCouragesU.com so we can continue our conversation! Thanks everyone and God bless you! Yours in faithful service, Blen

Hey there BCUFam! Lately, we have been talking about "importunity" ----the importance of boldly and persistently coming before the Lord in prayer. Today, let's wrap up our series by exploring Daniel's persistence in prayer, even when it could have cost him his life. After you've finished listening, please head down the comments section here, or over to the comments section at www.BlenCouragesU.com so we can continue our conversation! Thanks everyone and God bless you! Yours in faithful service, Blen

Hey there BCU Fam! Lately, we have been talking about "importunity" ----the importance of boldly and persistently coming before the Lord in prayer. Today, let's explore that persistence of a blind man wanting to receive his sight in Luke 18. After you've finished listening, please head down the comments section here, or over to the comments section at www.BlenCouragesU.com so we can continue our conversation! Thanks everyone and God bless you! Yours in faithful service, Blen

Hey there BCU Fam! The last time we were together, we talked about "importunity" ----the importance of boldly and persistently coming before the Lord in prayer. Today, let's explore that persistence through the parable of the widow and unjust judge in Luke 18. After you've finished listening, please head down the comments section here, or over to the comments section at www.BlenCouragesU.com so we can continue our conversation! Thanks everyone and God bless you! Yours in faithful service, Blen

Happy New Year BCU Fam! As we start of 2026, the Lord impressed on me the importance of persistence in prayer. Luke 11 introduces that concept with the word, "importunity". Let's talk about it! After you've finished listening, please head down the comments section here, or over to the comments section at www.BlenCouragesU.com so we can continue our conversation! Thanks everyone and God bless you! Yours in faithful service, Blen

Hey there BCUFam! It was prophesied that Jesus would be born in Bethlehem, although His parents were in Nazareth, some 70 miles away. How did God work out that detail? And what does detail have to do with you? Let's talk about it! After you finish listening, please head over to the comments section at www.BlenCouragesU.com so we can continue our conversation! Thanks everyone and God bless you! Yours in faithful service, Blen

Hey there BCU Fam! For many Christians, this time of year is a special time we set aside to reflect on the birth of Christ. Without thinking about the commercial trappings of this season, let's revisit a few significant Scriptures that highlight this momentous occasion! After you finish listening, please head over to the comments section at www.BlenCouragesU.com so we can continue our conversation! Thanks everyone and God bless you! Yours in faithful service, Blen

Hey there BCU Fam, Some of you all may recall a story about my initial high school experience....talk about a CHALLENGE?! WHEW!!! But even though I did not know the Lord like I do now, He smoothed things out, and sent some good friends whom I have kept in contact with down through the years. One friend, Jim reached out to me with an urgent prayer request that really pulled on my heart. Let's talk about it!* After you finish listening, please head down the comments section here, or over to the comments section at www.BlenCouragesU.com so we can continue our conversation! Thanks everyone and God bless you! Yours in faithful service, Blen *For those who want to watch the video referenced: www.youtube.com/live/AVoXW6qDQic?…F8Yv2wGwlj&t=2984

Now that the holidays are here, there is an emphasis on giving to others. While this season is a reminder, it's actually biblical to look after others all year-round. After you finish listening, please head over to the comments section at www.BlenCouragesU.com so we can continue our conversation! Thanks everyone and God bless you! Yours in faithful service, Blen

Hey there BCUFam! Many of you all know I LOVE to talk about chronos and kairos time, specifically how the Lord works things out to do His perfect will. Let me tell you about what the Lord did THIS time! After you've finished listening, please head down the comments section here, or over to the comments section at www.BlenCouragesU.com so we can continue our conversation! Thanks everyone and God bless you! Yours in faithful service, Blen

Hey there BCUFam! Autumn is in "full bloom" in many parts of the United States and it is beautiful! What can we learn from God concerning falling leaves? Let's talk about it! After you've finished listening, please head down the comments section here, or over to the comments section at www.BlenCouragesU.com so we can continue our conversation! Thanks everyone and God bless you! Yours in faithful service, Blen

Hey there BCU Fam! Let me tell you all about the time God arranged a cross-country trip for me to meet this one person who blessed me real good! After you've finished listening, please head down the comments section here, or over to the comments section at www.BlenCouragesU.com so we can continue our conversation! Thanks everyone and God bless you! Yours in faithful service, Blen

Hey there BCUFam! Understandably, anxiety, worry and fretting can be a natural (and unproductive) response with all of the turmoil currently happening. Let's revisit Psalm 37 to help ease our anxiety. After you finish listening, please head over to the comments section at www.BlenCouragesU.com so we can continue our conversation! Thanks everyone and God bless you! Yours in faithful service, Blen

Hey there BCU Fam! As a youngster, did you count down to the next big thing, like I did? Could you hardly wait to get to the next milestone? Did we complain because the wait time was "too long", rather than savor our precious moments? Have we carried that mindset into adulthood? What if we were intentional about being content and thankful where we are? Let's talk about it! After you finish listening, please head over to the comments section at www.BlenCouragesU.com so we can continue our conversation! Thanks everyone and God bless you! Yours in faithful service, Blen

Hey there BCUFam, Back in the day, during thunderstorms, my dad would unplug appliances, my mom's telephone call would abruptly end, and us kids were told to sit and be quiet while the Lord was "speaking". I did not fully understand that statement until this experience. Let's talk about it! After you finish listening, please head down the comments section here, or over to the comments section at www.BlenCouragesU.com so we can continue our conversation! Thanks everyone and God bless you! Yours in faithful service, Blen

Hey there BCUFam! I was blessed to hear an excellent teacher speak on one of my favorite chapters in the Bible----Luke 18! Listen in as Sister Lakeisha Perry walks us through the chapter! After you've finished listening, please head down the comments section here, or over to the comments section at www.BlenCouragesU.com so we can continue our conversation! Thanks everyone and God bless you! Yours in faithful service, Blen

Hey there BCUFam! A couple of years ago, I posted a podcast about someone thoughtlessly jumping in front of me in line, how furious I was, and how the Lord instructed me to handle the situation. So...guess what happened recently? Yep. Let's talk about it! After you've finished listening, please head down the comments section here, or over to the comments section at www.BlenCouragesU.com so we can continue our conversation! Thanks everyone and God bless you! Yours in faithful service, Blen

Hey there BCU Fam! Have you ever had a whole disagreement with someone with someone-----in your head? I have, too! Let's talk about it! After you've finished listening, please head down the comments section here, or over to the comments section at www.BlenCouragesU.com so we can continue our conversation! Thanks everyone and God bless you! Yours in faithful service, Blen

Hey there BCUFam! Can poor customer service REALLY be tied to the last days? And is there anything we can do about it? After you've finished listening, please head down the comments section here, or over to the comments section at www.BlenCouragesU.com so we can continue our conversation! Thanks everyone and God bless you! Yours in faithful service, Blen

Hey there BCUFam! Patience is a fruit of the Spirit that can always use more development! Let me tell you all about a time where it was difficult being patient, and how the Lord worked it out. After you've finished listening, please head down the comments section here, or over to the comments section at www.BlenCouragesU.com so we can continue our conversation! Thanks everyone and God bless you! Yours in faithful service, Blen

Hey there BCU Fam! Last time we were together, I briefly mentioned the unplanned BCU holiday, with the intention to give you all more detail. In this podcast, let's talk about what the Lord did while I was away. After you've finished listening, please head down the comments section here, or over to the comments section at www.BlenCouragesU.com so we can continue our conversation! Thanks everyone and God bless you! Yours in faithful service, Blen

Hey there BCU Fam! We are BACK from a longer-than-intended holiday (more about that another time), but suffice it to say God ALWAYS knows what He is doing! In today's podcast, I am sharing a "lecture" where I talk about one of my FAVORITE Bible stories coming from Mark 2! After you've finished listening, please head down the comments section here, or over to the comments section at www.BlenCouragesU.com so we can continue our conversation! Thanks everyone and God bless you! Yours in faithful service, Blen

Hey there BCUFam! I recently podcasted on handling offenses properly, and guess what happened? Let's talk about it! After you've finished listening, please head down the comments section here, or over to the comments section at www.BlenCouragesU.com so we can continue our conversation! Thanks everyone and God bless you! Yours in faithful service, Blen

Hey there BCU Fam! The Bible tells us we offend people and will be offended----and those infractions often come from the people we are closest to. There was a time where I did NOT handle an offense well, and God corrected me. Let's talk about it! After you finish listening, please head down the comments section here, or over to the comments section at www.BlenCouragesU.com so we can continue our conversation! Thanks everyone and God bless you! Yours in faithful service, Blen

Hey there BCU Fam! God has a way of taking an "random" errand run into being a blessing for those we run into. Let's talk about it! After you've finished listening, please head down the comments section here, or over to the comments section at www.BlenCouragesU.com so we can continue our conversation! Thanks everyone and God bless you! Yours in faithful service, Blen

Hey there BCU Fam! There are a myriad of situations that can take our minds and hearts to a place of anxiety, panic and worry. Jesus has the answer. Prayer. Let's talk about it. After you finish listening, please head down the comments section here, or over to the comments section at www.BlenCouragesU.com so we can continue our conversation! Thanks everyone and God bless you! Yours in faithful service, Blen

Hey there BCUFam, Back in the day, during thunderstorms, the elders used to tell us to sit and be quiet while the Lord was "working". In a tempestuous storm I experienced, the Lord spoke to me and I would love to tell you all about it! After you finish listening, please head down the comments section here, or over to the comments section at www.BlenCouragesU.com so we can continue our conversation! Thanks everyone and God bless you! Yours in faithful service, Blen

Hey there BCUFam! Can social media really effect us in a negative way? If so, is there a way we can combat the ill-effects? Let's talk about it! After you finish listening, please head over to the comments section here or over at www.BlenCouragesU.com so we can continue our conversation! Thanks everyone and God bless you! Yours in faithful service, Blen

Hey there BCUFam! A friend gave me a gift and told me how small it was. I gently corrected this amazing individual, and we went to the Scriptures to see what Jesus says about it. After you finish listening, please head over to the comments section at www.BlenCouragesU.com so we can continue our conversation! Thanks everyone and God bless you! Yours in faithful service, Blen

Hey there BCUFam! Many Mother's Day sermons and posts center around the Proverbs 31 woman, who is a favorite of mine. But there is another woman who deserves the spotlight....let's talk about Abigail! After you finish listening, please head down the comments section here, or over to the comments section at www.BlenCouragesU.com so we can continue our conversation! Thanks everyone and God bless you! Yours in faithful service, Blen

Hey there BCUFam! Discipline and correction are an unpleasant, yet necessary part of life. My youngest little reminded me about that in a recent incident...so let's talk about it! After you finish listening, please head down the comments section here, or over to the comments section at www.BlenCouragesU.com so we can continue our conversation! Thanks everyone and God bless you! Yours in faithful service, Blen

Hey there BCUFam! Did you ever hear "haste makes waste" when you were a child? While that still applies, I can also say "stress makes mess" (insert facepalm). Let's talk about it. After you finish listening, please head over to the comments section at www.BlenCouragesU.com so we can continue our conversation! Thanks everyone and God bless you! Yours in faithful service, Blen

Hey there BCUFam! As we celebrate the resurrection of Jesus, let's take a look at a few important details that led up to that triumphant day. After you finish listening, please head over to the comments section at www.BlenCouragesU.com so we can continue our conversation! Thanks everyone and God bless you! Yours in faithful service, Blen

Hey there BCU Fam! As many people of God are taking the next couple of weeks to celebrate the death, burial and triumphant resurrection of Jesus, there is one thing I noticed Jesus did with Judas. Let's talk about that! After you finish listening, please head over to the comments section at www.BlenCouragesU.com so we can continue our conversation! Thanks everyone and God bless you! Yours in faithful service, Blen

Hey there BCUFam! I have a special affinity for the parables in the Bible---and one of my FAVORITES is about the widow vs. the unjust judge in Luke 18. There was something about her persistence and determination that blesses my heart. Let's talk about it! After you finish listening, please head over to the comments section at www.BlenCouragesU.com so we can continue our conversation! Thanks everyone and God bless you! Yours in faithful service, Blen

Hey there BCU Fam! There was a time where I did NOT want to follow someone's request, in part because I felt I "knew better" than them. The Lord spoke to me about what I "knew," and I'd like to share that with all of you. After you finish listening, please head down the comments section here, or over to the comments section at www.BlenCouragesU.com so we can continue our conversation! Thanks everyone and God bless you! Yours in faithful service, Blen

Hey there BCUFam! Lately, the Lord has been blessing us with words of exhortation through the preached word, and this week is no exception! Listen in to this sermon excerpt from my "baby" brother, Elder Garry J. Anderson, who gives us a word of admonishment and encouragement in these turbulent times. After you finish listening, please head down the comments section here, or over to the comments section at www.BlenCouragesU.com so we can continue our conversation! Thanks everyone and God bless you! Yours in faithful service, Blen

Hey there BCUFam! Last month, my pastor and hubby Bishop Brian Robinson was asked to deliver the message at an appreciation service for a beloved pastor. The Lord gave me the presence of mind to record part of this encouraging sermon, so I'd love to share it with you! After you finish listening, please head down the comments section here, or over to the comments section at www.BlenCouragesU.com so we can continue our conversation! Thanks everyone and God bless you! Yours in faithful service, Blen

Hey there BCUFam! We are back in Room A203 with a tribute to a wonderful sister and friend, Lydia "Tulip Petal" Edwards, who, among other things, gave me a life-changing stretch assignment. This week, we have a special video podcast for this amazing woman of God, which I am sure will be a blessing to you. You can watch on any of these platforms: https://wp.me/pGmbw-ILZ https://youtu.be/_X5c-nr5GxM?si=GgvZff2yWia-Vo7N https://open.spotify.com/episode/05OgS38uaQH6Thx18VqKUC?si=ShoBGdRAQXyTY1pR7BlFEA After you've finish watching, please head down the comments section where you viewed the video, or over to the comments section at www.BlenCouragesU.com so we can continue our conversation! Thanks everyone and God bless you! Yours in faithful service, Blen