Road Noise

Join my dad, Sheldon, and me for a heartfelt conversation as we reminisce about our family's incredible journey to Alaska, and how God's faithfulness guided us through unexpected challenges. We'll take you back to the Alaska pipeline boom of the 1970s, which not only impacted the local economy but also provided my dad and countless others with much-needed jobs.

In this unforgettable episode, we'll also share our unique experiences of substitute teaching in remote areas, and how long commutes in the dark, cold, and wet Alaskan weather proved both taxing and rewarding. Listen as we discuss the extraordinary people dad met along the way, such as the family who invited my folks to build a home on Lazy Mountain and the school superintendent who offered Dad the opportunity to substitute teach. Together, we'll reflect on the importance of living a good, honorable life and how God's faithfulness continues to shape our journey.

Joining us on this unforgettable episode of Road Noise! Sheldon and Victoria's journey has been filled with unexpected twists and turns, but through it all, they've maintained an unshakable trust in God's plan. From the electrifying arrival in Alaska to an unexpected hunting mishap, their story is a testament to the power of faith and resilience.

We take a closer look at how Sheldon and Victoria adapted to a life in ministry with no income and no stable place to live. Despite the challenges, they found strength in God's guidance and discovered a way to survive in the harshest of situations. As they share their incredible experiences, we uncover valuable lessons in trusting God's faithfulness through the most difficult of times.

So buckle up and join us on this adventure, as we explore the remarkable story of Sheldon and Victoria's journey through ministry. You won't want to miss this captivating conversation, as we reflect on how their unwavering faith has shaped their lives and impacted the lives of countless others. Listen in and be inspired to trust in God's guidance, even when faced with the unexpected.

In this episode of Road Noise, Sheldon and Victoria take their second journey on the Alaskan Highway in the same summer, traveling from West Michigan to Alaska in their 1970 Toyota pickup truck. Along the way, they experience God's presence and protection, including finding a replacement for a loose trailer hitch before any accidents occur. As we wrap up this season and anticipate the twists and turns ahead, we invite you to join us in exploring God's continued guidance and faithfulness.

In this episode, we discuss Sheldon and Vicky's first summer in Alaska, where they served as missionaries conducting camps and teaching Bible schools, and their return to Michigan to prepare for a more permanent move to Alaska. We delve into the preparations for their return, discussing how they acquired the necessary equipment for their journey with the help of a man named Bob. We continue the journey of Sheldon and Victoria as they prepare for their return to Alaska, discussing how they received an accordion and a chainsaw, packed their belongings, and acquired a kitten for Victoria. As they head back to Alaska, they reflect on the challenges they may face, comparing their situation to the Israelites' time in the wilderness, and the importance of trusting God's plan even in difficult times. Join us as we follow their journey up the Alaska Highway and settle into their new home, learning valuable lessons about God's faithfulness and the power of the body of Christ.

In the podcast episode we look back on the first summer in Alaska and the journey through God's faithfulness in ministry. With no plans for the future, an unexpected offer to be a youth pastor in Alaska leads them back to Michigan to prepare for their new adventure. Along the way, they encounter a Canadian rancher with a heartbreaking story. The episode explores God's provision and unwavering faith throughout this incredible journey.

In this episode, we go back in time to Rapid City, South Dakota, where Sheldon had preached his first sermon, and discuss the transition taking place from morning Vacation Bible Schools to evening ones. We also talk about the emergency evacuation to the basement of the church due to a tornado warning. Lastly, we explore the route to Alaska from Grand Rapids, Michigan, and point out that there is only one place to get on the Alaska Highway for the journey north.

On this episode of 'Road Noise', we learn about dad's trapping trip in Alaska and chopping wood for a Christian camp. We also hear about a moose hit by a car, a bus trip to camp, and a blueberry picking experience with a young camper. Finally, we reflect on how God has used camp experiences to connect ministry with hundreds of kids, and the magical time of being surrounded by the beauty of Alaska in the early seventies.

n this episode, my father Sheldon and I looked back on his first year of full-time ministry, which happened in Alaska. He visited churches and did vacation bible schools, and started a life-long friendship with a couple named Chuck and Ivy. We also talked about the impact of hospitality and how it can extend beyond a single meal. We also touched on the beauty of Alaska and how it seems to be on everyone's dream list of places to visit. 

In this episode, we discussed the first season of full-time ministry and the trip to Alaska, where the missionary scene was much different than the Lower forty-eight due to technology and infrastructure. We also discussed how Alaska was still known as the last frontier and how missionaries were developing a bad name as communication improved and people could no longer just come and hide. We also see how God brought the gospel and magic together for Sheldon at the Alaska State Fair. 

In this episode of Road Noise, we look back on a teenage girl's birthday, leading to a discussion about independence and conflict in ministry. We also discussed how God's justice and patience work together. Finally, we're reminded that it is okay to not have everything go according to plan and that perseverance and embracing God's provision will help to carry us through even the toughest of times.