Bridging the Gap Podcast

Episode 88 – Win the Wait w/ Kristen Ostrem

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Episode 88: a conversation with Kristen Ostrem–author, pastor, and Bridging the Gap event coordinator–and our podcast host, Mykelti Blum. Kristen and her friend Rachel Hastings co-authored the 21-day devotional entitled Win the Wait about waiting for a future spouse.

Kristen shares the heart behind this book and what it looks like to win when you are in a season of waiting. Mykelti and Kristen discuss waiting in any season of life, as everyone is waiting for something–or will be. You will hear about being mindful of your beliefs about God, yourself, and not creating an idol while waiting, as well as the blessing of being connected with the Church.

  • Check out Win the Wait – 21 Days of Prayer and Reflection as You Wait for Your Future Husband at winthewait.net or on Amazon.
  • Follow @kristenostrem on Instagram.

    • BTG Events & Resources:

      • February 21-22
      • Lake Geneva Christian Center (Alexandria, MN)
      • Featuring Charlotte Gambill
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        • June 6-7, 2025
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