Listen to J.D. Walt, Pastor, Founder and Sower-in-Chief of Seedbed, being interviewed by Joanna la Fleur. In this episode, they discuss spiritual awakening through Scripture and a fresh perspective on the book of Romans. J.D discusses his Wake-Up Call devotional, and his desire to help encourage people to meet Jesus in Scripture every day.

In this episode, J.D. and Joanna discuss:

- J.D’s call to awaken the church through Scripture.
- How ministry, discipleship, and the Seedbed movement grew from a vision to sow renewal in communities.
- The Wake-Up Call devotional and its invitation to meet Jesus daily in Scripture.
- The Book of Romans, reconsidered not as a theological book but as a relational letter addressing unity in the church.
- The challenge to move beyond “sin management” toward healing the deeper condition of sin.
- Reflections on the Asbury revival and prayer movements pointing to the hunger of the rising generation.
- Engaging with Scripture daily and how to join a global community of awakening.
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John David (J.D.) Walt is the Pastor of The Gillett Methodist Church in Gillett, Arkansas. He is the Founder and Sower-in-Chief of Seedbed, Inc. whose mission is to gather, connect and resource the people of God to sow for a great awakening. Seedbed’s work publishes a full compliment of awakening and disciple making resources, hosts the annual New Room Conference which has grown from an attendance 200 to approaching 3,000 over the past ten years.

Prior to Seedbed, he served as Vice President and Dean of Chapel at Asbury Theological Seminary. A speaker and conference leader, author of a growing collection of books and a songwriter, J.D. has mentored pastors and worship leaders around the world both well known and unknown. He writes every day for The Seedbed Wake-Up Call, a daily meeting with Jesus followed by tens of thousands of readers. He is a licensed attorney in the state of Arkansas and an ordained elder. He’s a father of four children and lives in Gillett, Arkansas.

https://dailyseedsbooks.com/

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Listen to Jason Hildebrand, Creative Principal of Presence Creative Arts being interviewed by seasoned journalist, Lorna Dueck. In this episode, they discuss Jason’s work as a performer, storyteller and film producer, and his new film project, The Shepherd & The Sound. Jason also shares his passion for creating an immersive experience where people can encounter the Psalms, and how art and story can create space for spiritual encounters.

In this episode, Jason and Lorna discuss:

- Jason Hildebrand’s vision behind "The Shepherd & The Sound" and why King David’s story still speaks powerfully into our modern world
- Hearing God’s voice reimagined as “the sound” in a distracted age
- How an immersive film and spiritual experience developed from a theatre project on King David
- Why Northern Scotland became the unexpected setting for David’s spiritual journey
- Reframing Biblical language to reach a culture weary of religious baggage, and using story and art as an on ramp for people exploring faith
- Releasing "The Shepherd & The Sound" through partnership and community, and inviting viewers to discover their own voice in the Psalms
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Part storyteller, part creative catalyst—Jason Hildebrand leads a team at Presence Creative Arts, where he serves as a performer, communication and storytelling coach, theatre and film producer and writer. For close to 30 years, Jason has partnered with faith-based organizations, film and theatre companies, and educational institutions as an artist/coach around the world. He earned Bachelor and Master of Fine Arts degrees in Performance from York University.
Jason is most recognized for his acclaimed solo and duo theatre performances and continues to coach leaders, executives and artists in the area of authentic performance, storytelling and communication.

Under his leadership, Presence has developed and produced numerous award-winning theatre, film and media projects. Their new project – The Shepherd & The Sound - includes a Film, Immersive Gallery Encounter, Community Encounter and Soundtrack by Mike Janzen, being released in 2026.

Jason is passionate about crafting and curating creative encounters for people to connect with themselves, each other and the Eternal.

theshepherdandthesoundfilm.com/

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Listen to Bev Foster, musician, educator, and innovator, being interviewed by CBS Ambassador, Rev. Dr. Andrew Stirling. In this episode, Bev talks about her life’s work in music education and performance, and her move into founding the Room 217 Foundation, a Canadian music-based health arts organization that aims to change the culture of care. Bev speaks and writes about the power of music, especially in life limiting situations. Her passion for music and its ability to enhance quality of life and care is contagious.

In this episode, Bev and Andrew discuss:

• How Scripture became an anchor through Psalms, prayer, and daily rhythms.
• Why Psalm 90:12 continues to shape Bev’s understanding of time, stewardship, and wisdom.
• How she reads the Bible relationally rather than academically.
• Bev’s experience of singing hymns at a hospital bedside and discovering music’s sacred power.
• How Room 217 Foundation was born from loss, love, and calling, and how she is now teaching caregivers across Canada to integrate music into care.
• How prayer and surrender are central themes in Biblical worship.
• How we can pray Scripture over music, ministry, and caregiving.

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Bev Foster is an experienced musician and music educator having taught music in both elementary and secondary schools and her private studio. She has freelanced as conductor, accompanist, clinician and solo performer in community projects as well as leading initiatives such as the Ontario Vocal Festival, and David Festival. Bev has degrees in music education from the University of Toronto, and a piano performance degree from the Royal Conservatory of Music.

Bev lives with her husband Rob in Port Perry, ON. They have four adult children and five grandchildren.

Currently, Bev is the Founder and Executive Director of the Room 217 Foundation, a Canadian health arts social enterprise. She has successfully innovated the music care approach which includes products, education, training, and certification to effectively integrate music into the care experience.

Bev is a Community Research Fellow of the Laurier Centre for Music in the Community. Bev speaks and writes on the power of music, especially in life limiting situations. Her passion for music enhancing quality of life and care is contagious. Over the years, Bev has released 4 solo albums of original music chronicling her faith journey, 4 family albums of original songs, and in her work with Room 217, produced four collections (24 music albums) for palliative and end-of-life care. In 2022, the Diverse Sounds Collection was named Innovation of the Year at the International Palliative Care Conference.

Bev continues to be available on a select basis for conference speaking and contemplative worship leading. Connect with Bev by visiting bevfoster.com. You will also find Bev active on Facebook and LinkedIn.

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