Conversations with Buddy

Great conversation with John over the details of his life!  We all know life can be challenging…. But CANCER?

The struggle of life is real, but we can choose Faith over Fear!  John shares his life growing up, wrestling, military, marriage and yes, cancer!

The answer to life’s challenges is found in one of John’s favorite Bible verses…

“For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but in order that the world might be saved through him”
John 3:17

Keep your eyes on the prize and fighting the good fight is the call of all who know Christ!  Being in heaven with Jesus for eternity is the prize that only is found in and through HIM! 🙏

Instead of complaining, John found joy in the Lord!  This episode will challenge how you think and remind you that life is fragile and also very short! Listen up!

          Time to be bold for Christ!

To contact John and get to know him and hear more of his story, reach out to him. Here is his contact info: 
503-931-3134
[email protected]

#Jesusfollower #Army #Veteran #Soldier #conversationswithbuddy

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For more stories like this, go to: https://www.youtube.com/@BuddyJamesPuckett

If you or someone you know want to be on the podcast, please reach out to me on Instagram @conversationswithbuddy or text me at 503-851-8031. 

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About Buddy Puckett:
Buddy Puckett has been in the mortgage and finance space and mentoring men for over 25 years.  A mentoring opportunity all started when he first began in the mortgage industry in 1998, when he began to mentor a younger guy who happened to be married.  This person was not making great choices and it was sadly affecting his marriage.  We all are 1 decision away from something really dumb, so accountability became something Buddy knew he needed as well.  Buddy’s wife, Shawn, suggested he start a podcast in 2022 to share the stories of people who have struggled,
failed, overcame by realizing the life of love, joy and peace is only available through a relationship with Jesus Christ! 

“Jesus said to him, ’I am the way, and the truth and the life; no one comes to the Father except through Me’.” John 14:6

Buddy Puckett NMLS #270057, Arizona BK#0018883, AZ LO-1032154; OR ML-176 For more licensing information, please visit www.guildmortgage.com/licensing. The positions, strategies or opinions of the author do not necessarily represent the positions, strategies or opinions of Guild Mortgage Company or its affiliates.

Guild Mortgage Company: Equal Housing Opportunity, NMLS #3274 (www.nmlsconsumeraccess.org). 

Great podcast with Miss Dany on life and the lessons God desires to teach each one of us. 🙏

She lost her dad when she was 22, and soon after surrendered everything she loved to God. She told Him He could take one thing or all of it—and He took everything except her life. That surrender taught her how to be still, to walk with God, and to trust Him with her heart and reputation 🤍🕊️.

“Be still, and know that I am God.”
- Psalm 46:10

At 31, she lost her husband, her childhood sweetheart, and it crushed her. Then lost her job, car, and house, and nearly drowned in a rafting accident. God had plans for her and it changed how she spoke honestly with Him 💔➡️💛.

Later, she asked God to choose her next husband because she couldn’t survive that kind of loss again… that marriage ended in betrayal and divorce, which has been deeply painful, yet the message God has given her about it has never changed—even though it hasn’t come to pass yet 🤍✨.

In her final words… “No matter what, I give God my ‘yes’ every day. Even when I don’t understand, I choose love, obedience, and trust. I lead with Jesus, do life with people, and believe we are created to be extraordinary. My heart is full—God doubled my blessing, and He is always part of my conversation!” 💛🙏💖.

To reach out to Miss Dany, to meet her and get to know her, you can reach her here: 

• 503.569.2449

• [email protected]
• https://www.missdany.com

#Jesusfollower #MissDany #SayYES #conversationwithbuddy

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For more stories like this, go to: https://www.youtube.com/@BuddyJamesPuckett

If you or someone you know want to be on the podcast, please reach out to me on Instagram @conversationswithbuddy or text me at 503-851-8031. 

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About Buddy Puckett:
Buddy Puckett has been in the mortgage and finance space and mentoring men for over 25 years.  A mentoring opportunity all started when he first began in the mortgage industry in 1998, when he began to mentor a younger guy who happened to be married.  This person was not making great choices and it was sadly affecting his marriage.  We all are 1 decision away from something really dumb, so accountability became something Buddy knew he needed as well.  Buddy’s wife, Shawn, suggested he start a podcast in 2022 to share the stories of people who have struggled,
failed, overcame by realizing the life of love, joy and peace is only available through a relationship with Jesus Christ! 

“Jesus said to him, ’I am the way, and the truth and the life; no one comes to the Father except through Me’.” John 14:6

Buddy Puckett NMLS #270057, Arizona BK#0018883, AZ LO-1032154; OR ML-176 For more licensing information, please visit www.guildmortgage.com/licensing. The positions, strategies or opinions of the author do not necessarily represent the positions, strategies or opinions of Guild Mortgage Company or its affiliates.

Guild Mortgage Company: Equal Housing Opportunity, NMLS #3274 (www.nmlsconsumeraccess.org). 

Chris and I have enjoyed having conversations on men’s health! I highly recommend going back and listening to our first conversation as well (Episode #125).

If you are a man who wants to be in better shape in 2026, this is a must listen to episode!

We are called to be strong men who represent our families well.  Getting older does not have to mean getting weaker! 

Choose to be accountable to be the best version God made you to be!

To connect with Chris and learn more about who he is and what he does, go to his website at: https://qualityhormoneoptimization.com

#Quali-tmenshealth #accountability #beaman #conversationswithbuddy

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For more stories like this, go to: https://www.youtube.com/@BuddyJamesPuckett

If you or someone you know want to be on the podcast, please reach out to me on Instagram @conversationswithbuddy or text me at 503-851-8031. 

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About Buddy Puckett:
Buddy Puckett has been in the mortgage and finance space and mentoring men for over 25 years.  A mentoring opportunity all started when he first began in the mortgage industry in 1998, when he began to mentor a younger guy who happened to be married.  This person was not making great choices and it was sadly affecting his marriage.  We all are 1 decision away from something really dumb, so accountability became something Buddy knew he needed as well.  Buddy’s wife, Shawn, suggested he start a podcast in 2022 to share the stories of people who have struggled,
failed, overcame by realizing the life of love, joy and peace is only available through a relationship with Jesus Christ! 

“Jesus said to him, ’I am the way, and the truth and the life; no one comes to the Father except through Me’.” John 14:6

Guild Mortgage Company: Equal Housing Opportunity, NMLS #3274 (www.nmlsconsumeraccess.org).

Buddy Puckett NMLS #270057, Arizona BK#0018883, AZ LO-1032154; OR ML-176 For more licensing information, please visit www.guildmortgage.com/licensing. The positions, strategies or opinions of the author do not necessarily represent the positions, strategies or opinions of Guild Mortgage Company or its affiliates.

Mariah and Sierra share a beautiful story how God has worked in their entire life to bring them both to faith in Jesus Christ! 🙏

But… their relationship as sisters was not good most of their life, until they each got married and had a baby… then it all began to change!

One loves to do hard things, like Jui Jitsu, and one loves to ride horses. They both got married and pregnant in the same year.  Lots of similarities! 

Here are a few quotes of their quotes:
Gratitude - Brandon Lake
Know who God is!
No testimony is boring!
Christ centered marriage!
On fire for the Lord!
Live every day like Jesus!

We are all lost without Jesus as our Savior, but the good news is that HE pursues us and wants to save us!

Getting saved is a free gift and the Bible provides the truth in this verse…

Romans 10:9-10 says:
"If you declare with your mouth, “Jesus is Lord,” and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved.  For it is with your heart that you believe and are justified, and it is with your mouth that you profess your faith and are saved."

If you want to learn more about Mariah or Sierra or to connect with them in person, you can find them on Instagram. 
@mariahbeery
@sierra_wright23

#Jesusfollowers #hardcore #sweetangel #realestate #horselover  #conversationswithbuddy

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For more stories like this, go to: https://www.youtube.com/@BuddyJamesPuckett

If you or someone you know want to be on the podcast, please reach out to me on Instagram @conversationswithbuddy or text me at 503-851-8031. 

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About Buddy Puckett:
Buddy Puckett has been in the mortgage and finance space and mentoring men for over 25 years.  A mentoring opportunity all started when he first began in the mortgage industry in 1998, when he began to mentor a younger guy who happened to be married.  This person was not making great choices and it was sadly affecting his marriage.  We all are 1 decision away from something really dumb, so accountability became something Buddy knew he needed as well.  Buddy’s wife, Shawn, suggested he start a podcast in 2022 to share the stories of people who have struggled,
failed, overcame by realizing the life of love, joy and peace is only available through a relationship with Jesus Christ! 

“Jesus said to him, ’I am the way, and the truth and the life; no one comes to the Father except through Me’.” John 14:6

Guild Mortgage Company: Equal Housing Opportunity, NMLS #3274 (www.nmlsconsumeraccess.org).

Buddy Puckett NMLS #270057, Arizona BK#0018883, AZ LO-1032154; OR ML-176 For more licensing information, please visit www.guildmortgage.com/licensing. The positions, strategies or opinions of the author do not necessarily represent the positions, strategies or opinions of Guild Mortgage Company or its affiliates.

Emily has been shaped by a lifelong relationship with Christ, one that moved from inherited faith to deeply personal devotion. While she has been a Christian the majority of her life, it was at age 18 that she intentionally began pursuing her own relationship with the Lord. Anchored in Scriptures like Psalm 139, Emily rests in the truth that God knows her fully and intimately. In the quiet moments—when comfort gives way to obedience—her faith was sparked into something active and alive, marked by a steady resolve to keep pressing in and to ask the Lord, “What do You want me to do?”

A central passion in Emily’s life is seeing people experience healing through the Lord. For the past 7-8 years, she has served faithfully on the Salem Alliance prayer team, believing deeply in the power of intercession and biblical community. She understands that we are built for community, and that healing often comes through the tangible hands and feet of Jesus—something she has personally experienced through her friends and family. Her life reflects a call to lead by example, embracing hard conversations, facing the music, and being willing to ask, “What was my part?” all while choosing to be the light of Jesus.

Emily’s journey has not been without profound suffering. At just twenty-nine, she has walked through significant loss, including divorce and the death of her mother. Her mother’s diagnosis came at the same time her former husband chose to leave the marriage, a season marked by survival rather than thriving. Yet even in that valley, Emily sensed an undercurrent of the Lord’s peace—a quiet but steady assurance that God heard her prayers and was answering them, even if the answers came in unexpected ways. Through grief, she has learned not only how to suffer, but how to embrace healing and trust in God’s redeeming faithfulness.

Today, Emily is remarried and a stepmom, learning firsthand the complexities and beauty of blended family life. She approaches marriage and family with humility, curiosity, and a commitment to growth, believing that comfort is never the place where true growth happens. Her story is one of obedience—choosing to step forward even when the path is unclear, trusting the Lord’s timing, and believing that there is always more beyond survival. “It’s time to thrive,” has become both a declaration and a testimony of God’s work in her life.

Professionally, Emily is licensed and ordained within the Christian and Missionary Alliance and has served at Salem Alliance Church for the past two years. She is currently pursuing a master’s degree in counseling, desiring to walk alongside others with wisdom, compassion, and truth. Her life stands as a doxology in motion—praise lived out through faithfulness, service, and trust in God’s ability to redeem every circumstance. Praise God, from whom all blessings flow… Her story ultimately points upward, declaring that even in loss, healing, and becoming, the Lord remains faithful.

Reach out to Emily to hear more of her story and learn what resilience means. 

#Jesusfollower #Psalm139 #Heknowsme #conversationwithbuddy

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For more stories like this, go to: https://www.youtube.com/@BuddyJamesPuckett

If you or someone you know want to be on the podcast, please reach out to me on Instagram @conversationswithbuddy or text me at 503-851-8031. 

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About Buddy Puckett:
Buddy Puckett has been in the mortgage and finance space and mentoring men for over 25 years.  A mentoring opportunity all started when he first began in the mortgage industry in 1998, when he began to mentor a younger guy who happened to be married.  This person was not making great choices and it was sadly affecting his marriage.  We all are 1 decision away from something really dumb, so accountability became something Buddy knew he needed as well.  Buddy’s wife, Shawn, suggested he start a podcast in 2022 to share the stories of people who have struggled,
failed, overcame by realizing the life of love, joy and peace is only available through a relationship with Jesus Christ! 

“Jesus said to him, ’I am the way, and the truth and the life; no one comes to the Father except through Me’.” John 14:6

Guild Mortgage Company: Equal Housing Opportunity, NMLS #3274 (www.nmlsconsumeraccess.org).

Buddy Puckett NMLS #270057, Arizona BK#0018883, AZ LO-1032154; OR ML-176 For more licensing information, please visit www.guildmortgage.com/licensing. The positions, strategies or opinions of the author do not necessarily represent the positions, strategies or opinions of Guild Mortgage Company or its affiliates.

Fantastic conversation with Amanda! Her level of transparency and vulnerability is truly amazing!

She is a committed wife, and mom of two boys! A hairstylist who loves people and a follower of Jesus!  Her relationship with God has grown through the trials and tribulations of life! That’s how life works! 

“God gives grace to the humble.”
“God’s grace is sufficient.”

Listening to her podcast, you will hear a lot little takeaways, such as:
God loves a hot mess

I just prayed for you!

Love like Jesus

Beautiful year in the Bible 

Pray to go

God referred me. 

He sees you 

He hears you

He’s with you

Steadfast

The blueprint 

Little seeds planted along the way

Whatever it takes Lord

Pray over our clients 

Teleo - it is finished 

Agape - God’s unconditional love

Anointed Hands 

Spend some time with Amanda and get to know her.  You can connect with her through social media or go to her website: 

https://www.lemotivesalon.com/

#Jesusfollower #boymom #hairstylist #Imthefight #conversationwithbuddy

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For more stories like this, go to: https://www.youtube.com/@BuddyJamesPuckett

If you or someone you know want to be on the podcast, please reach out to me on Instagram @conversationswithbuddy or text me at 503-851-8031. 

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About Buddy Puckett:
Buddy Puckett has been in the mortgage and finance space and mentoring men for over 25 years.  A mentoring opportunity all started when he first began in the mortgage industry in 1998, when he began to mentor a younger guy who happened to be married.  This person was not making great choices and it was sadly affecting his marriage.  We all are 1 decision away from something really dumb, so accountability became something Buddy knew he needed as well.  Buddy’s wife, Shawn, suggested he start a podcast in 2022 to share the stories of people who have struggled,
failed, overcame by realizing the life of love, joy and peace is only available through a relationship with Jesus Christ! 

“Jesus said to him, ’I am the way, and the truth and the life; no one comes to the Father except through Me’.” John 14:6

Guild Mortgage Company: Equal Housing Opportunity, NMLS #3274 (www.nmlsconsumeraccess.org).

Buddy Puckett NMLS #270057, Arizona BK#0018883, AZ LO-1032154; OR ML-176 For more licensing information, please visit www.guildmortgage.com/licensing. The positions, strategies or opinions of the author do not necessarily represent the positions, strategies or opinions of Guild Mortgage Company or its affiliates.

Raul brings a lifetime of wisdom, faith, and grounded perspective! He has been married for over 40 years and is the father of four adult children! Raul’s life has been shaped by deep commitment—commitment to his family, to his walk with Jesus as a born-again Christian, and to his CPA firm.  

From baseball in his childhood to the disciplined routines that guide his mornings today, Raul’s life reflects a blend of discipline, curiosity, and faith.

Throughout the conversation, Raul shared thoughtful insights on topics ranging from: Hearing God’s voice, navigating the differences between Catholic tradition and Christianity, the power of prayer, reading the four Gospels, and the quiet truth that “in the silence, a lot is being said.” 

Raul offered wisdom marked by humility. He acknowledged that even after four decades of marriage, he is “always working on it,” showing that growth doesn’t end with time—it deepens.

Whether discussing fatherhood, leadership, or his daily morning meetings with God, Raul reminded listeners that God can and does speak to those who listen.

To learn more or connect with Raul, go to: https://valdiviafinancial.com/

#Jesusfollower #disciple #businessowner #Jesusislife #conversationwithbuddy

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For more stories like this, go to: https://www.youtube.com/@BuddyJamesPuckett

If you or someone you know want to be on the podcast, please reach out to me on Instagram @conversationswithbuddy or text me at 503-851-8031. 

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About Buddy Puckett:
Buddy Puckett has been in the mortgage and finance space and mentoring men for over 25 years.  A mentoring opportunity all started when he first began in the mortgage industry in 1998, when he began to mentor a younger guy who happened to be married.  This person was not making great choices and it was sadly affecting his marriage.  We all are 1 decision away from something really dumb, so accountability became something Buddy knew he needed as well.  Buddy’s wife, Shawn, suggested he start a podcast in 2022 to share the stories of people who have struggled,
failed, overcame by realizing the life of love, joy and peace is only available through a relationship with Jesus Christ! 

“Jesus said to him, ’I am the way, and the truth and the life; no one comes to the Father except through Me’.” John 14:6

Guild Mortgage Company: Equal Housing Opportunity, NMLS #3274 (www.nmlsconsumeraccess.org).

Buddy Puckett NMLS #270057, Arizona BK#0018883, AZ LO-1032154; OR ML-176 For more licensing information, please visit www.guildmortgage.com/licensing. The positions, strategies or opinions of the author do not necessarily represent the positions, strategies or opinions of Guild Mortgage Company or its affiliates.

Russ is a man of faith and it has been tested over the past couple of years dealing with a cancer diagnosis. Real faith is tested in the fire. 🔥 🙏

In his book, “LIFE HAPPENS… AND THEN YOU CHOOSE!” Russ shares his journey of how God has shown up in his life to be a witness for Jesus Christ! It’s a must read!

The Race of Faith

12 “Therefore we also, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which so easily ensnares us, and let us run with endurance the race that is set before us, 2 looking unto Jesus, the author and finisher of our faith, who for the joy that was set before Him endured the cross, despising the shame, and has sat down at the right hand of the throne of God.“ Hebrews 12:1-2

To order his book, go to: https://www.amazon.com/Life-Happens-Then-You-Choose

#Jesusfollower #disciple #Lifehappens #businessowner #RussSelfie
#conversationwithbuddy

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For more stories like this, go to: https://www.youtube.com/@BuddyJamesPuckett

If you or someone you know want to be on the podcast, please reach out to me on Instagram @conversationswithbuddy or text me at 503-851-8031. 

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About Buddy Puckett:
Buddy Puckett has been in the mortgage and finance space and mentoring men for over 25 years.  A mentoring opportunity all started when he first began in the mortgage industry in 1998, when he began to mentor a younger guy who happened to be married.  This person was not making great choices and it was sadly affecting his marriage.  We all are 1 decision away from something really dumb, so accountability became something Buddy knew he needed as well.  Buddy’s wife, Shawn, suggested he start a podcast in 2022 to share the stories of people who have struggled,
failed, overcame by realizing the life of love, joy and peace is only available through a relationship with Jesus Christ! 

“Jesus said to him, ’I am the way, and the truth and the life; no one comes to the Father except through Me’.” John 14:6

Guild Mortgage Company: Equal Housing Opportunity, NMLS #3274 (www.nmlsconsumeraccess.org).

Buddy Puckett NMLS #270057, Arizona BK#0018883, AZ LO-1032154; OR ML-176 For more licensing information, please visit www.guildmortgage.com/licensing. The positions, strategies or opinions of the author do not necessarily represent the positions, strategies or opinions of Guild Mortgage Company or its affiliates.

Josh has been married for 22 years, and the story with his wife stretches all the way back to when they met at church at age 10. God has blessed them with four amazing kids, and together they have stayed deeply involved in their church community. 

Josh shares about life, selling real estate,  buying businesses and stewarding ministry assets with excellence. At the end of the day, his ministry—both as a family and individually—is simple: help people figure out who God is, who they are, and how to walk in the fullness of their purpose.

Learning the power of “Extreme Ownership”. Whether it’s leading at home, growing in faith, or building something in the business world, everything starts with taking responsibility. Being a great husband and father, who models the gospel, teaches victory over sin, and shows what it means to walk with a “perspective of faith.” 

Life after 40 has made this even clearer. Every day begins best with gratitude, acknowledging that God gives “enough for today,” and trusting Him with the rest. 🙏

His marriage continues to be one of his greatest callings… learning to make more space for his wife—emotionally, relationally, and spiritually. Instead of focusing on demands, expectations, or needs, learning to take it all to the Lord first. The goal is simple: win your spouse daily. A better marriage isn’t found in wishing for change; it’s found in taking ownership, stopping the excuses, and choosing love on purpose.

James 1:5 is a great reminder: “if anyone lacks wisdom, he should ask God”—so that’s become a regular habit. Whether leading his home, managing finances as a fiduciary, or discerning God’s agenda for the day, he’s learned to “double-click” on what matters: faith, humility, and obedience. Everything he wants to build—business, ministry, marriage, and legacy—flows from that posture before the Lord.

To learn more about Josh and his businesses, go to:
https://www.bargaincentersalem.com/
https://www.appliancebargaincenter.com/
https://premiumnwteam.com/

To connect with Josh, you can email him at: [email protected]

#Jesusfollower #disciple #bargaincenter #appliancebargaincenter #realestate #premiumnwteam #businessowner
#conversationwithbuddy

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For more stories like this, go to: https://www.youtube.com/@BuddyJamesPuckett

If you or someone you know want to be on the podcast, please reach out to me on Instagram @conversationswithbuddy or text me at 503-851-8031. 

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About Buddy Puckett:
Buddy Puckett has been in the mortgage and finance space and mentoring men for over 25 years.  A mentoring opportunity all started when he first began in the mortgage industry in 1998, when he began to mentor a younger guy who happened to be married.  This person was not making great choices and it was sadly affecting his marriage.  We all are 1 decision away from something really dumb, so accountability became something Buddy knew he needed as well.  Buddy’s wife, Shawn, suggested he start a podcast in 2022 to share the stories of people who have struggled,
failed, overcame by realizing the life of love, joy and peace is only available through a relationship with Jesus Christ! 

“Jesus said to him, ’I am the way, and the truth and the life; no one comes to the Father except through Me’.” John 14:6

Guild Mortgage Company: Equal Housing Opportunity, NMLS #3274 (www.nmlsconsumeraccess.org).

Buddy Puckett NMLS #270057, Arizona BK#0018883, AZ LO-1032154; OR ML-176 For more licensing information, please visit www.guildmortgage.com/licensing. The positions, strategies or opinions of the author do not necessarily represent the positions, strategies or opinions of Guild Mortgage Company or its affiliates.

Incredible podcast with two of my brothers, Jeff Laeng and Tim Mumma!  Godly men talking about life, trials and tribulations!

“Iron sharpens iron, so one man sharpens another.” Proverbs 27:17

Who do you go to when you need the truth? Often times, the truth may be too painful to hear or we just don’t want to hear it, but truth is the only remedy to the life God has called each one of us to! 

“The truth shall set you free!” John 8:32

Go back and listen to Jeff and Tim’s previous podcasts! 

Ep. 58 Jeff Laeng - “Never miss a day!”
Ep. 164 Tim Mumma - “Don’t die without 
                                       Jesus!”

#Jesusfollower #disciple #ironsharpensiron
#nevermissaday #dontdiewithoutJesus
#conversationwithbuddy

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For more stories like this, go to: https://www.youtube.com/@BuddyJamesPuckett

If you or someone you know want to be on the podcast, please reach out to me on Instagram @conversationswithbuddy or text me at 503-851-8031. 

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About Buddy Puckett:
Buddy Puckett has been in the mortgage and finance space and mentoring men for over 25 years.  A mentoring opportunity all started when he first began in the mortgage industry in 1998, when he began to mentor a younger guy who happened to be married.  This person was not making great choices and it was sadly affecting his marriage.  We all are 1 decision away from something really dumb, so accountability became something Buddy knew he needed as well.  Buddy’s wife, Shawn, suggested he start a podcast in 2022 to share the stories of people who have struggled,
failed, overcame by realizing the life of love, joy and peace is only available through a relationship with Jesus Christ! 

“Jesus said to him, ’I am the way, and the truth and the life; no one comes to the Father except through Me’.” John 14:6

Guild Mortgage Company: Equal Housing Opportunity, NMLS #3274 (www.nmlsconsumeraccess.org).

Buddy Puckett NMLS #270057, Arizona BK#0018883, AZ LO-1032154; OR ML-176 For more licensing information, please visit www.guildmortgage.com/licensing. The positions, strategies or opinions of the author do not necessarily represent the positions, strategies or opinions of Guild Mortgage Company or its affiliates.