MyBLVD Podcast

What if your calling isn’t about choosing the right path… but recognizing where God has already placed you?
In this episode of MyBLVD, we sit down with BLVD missionary Daniel Melson to explore what it means to live faithfully in the very place you once tried to leave.
Walking through the story of Esther, we unpack the tension of being positioned by God in spaces we didn’t plan for—and how purpose is often revealed through proximity, not preference.
Daniel shares his powerful journey of returning to his childhood neighborhood to serve, showing us what it looks like to blossom where you’re planted, even in broken and complex environments.
 In this episode:
How to recognize God’s calling in unexpected places
What it means to be faithful without needing the full picture
Staying present instead of chasing “bigger” opportunities
Doing ministry outside traditional church roles
Overcoming fear when God sends you back
You may not have chosen where you are… but God may have.
Listen now and be encouraged to live faithfully—for such a time as this.

What happens when God’s people stay silent?
In this episode of MyBLVD, Dhati and Missie unpack one of the most challenging truths from Esther 4: silence is never neutral.
When Mordecai confronts Esther, he reveals something we often try to ignore—choosing not to act is still a decision. And in moments of injustice, fear, and cultural tension, that decision carries real consequences.
This conversation dives deep into:
Why leaders hesitate to speak up (fear & suppressed passion)
How silence can unintentionally reinforce injustice
The difference between anger and rage—and why anger might be necessary
How to discern when it’s time to speak
What it means to live faithfully where you live, work, and worship
If you’ve ever wrestled with whether to say something or stay quiet… this episode is for you.
“For such a time as this” isn’t just about position—it’s about response.

In Episode 8, Dhati and Missie sit down with Troy Evans to explore what it means to live as a “practitioner at the gate.”
Too often, we limit ministry to platforms, pulpits, and visibility. But what if God is just as present—and just as active—in business, nonprofits, and everyday work?
Troy shares his journey of embracing entrepreneurship as mission, navigating the pressures of leadership, and redefining success through a Kingdom lens.
This episode is a reminder that:God sees your work.God has called you to your work.And your faithfulness matters—even when no one else sees it.

What do you do when the system you're in is broken?
In this episode of MyBLVD, we sit down with James Hobson to explore what it means to have faithful presence inside imperfect institutions. Drawing from the story of Mordecai in the book of Esther, we wrestle with a tension many leaders feel but rarely talk about:
👉 Do I stay and help reform…👉 Or do I leave and start fresh?
We unpack:
Why every institution is broken to some degree
The difference between hurt vs. harm (and why that matters)
How to discern if God is calling you to stay or go
The danger of isolation and assimilation
Spiritual rhythms that sustain long obedience in slow-change environments
This conversation is for leaders, missionaries, and anyone who feels stuck—but knows they might be exactly where God wants them.
Because sometimes… faithfulness doesn’t look like leaving.It looks like staying at the gate.

What happens when something is legal… but still unjust?
In the story of Esther, Haman’s decree wasn’t just evil—it was law. That raises an important question for believers today:
How do we respond when systems, policies, or institutions create harm?
In this episode of MyBLVD, Dhati Lewis and Missie Branch sit down with PT Ngwolo, a missionary serving in Sunnyside, Houston. As both a pastor and a lawyer, PT brings a unique perspective on how Christians can faithfully engage systems of power without losing their witness.
Together they explore:• How injustice can hide behind policy• Why fear, prejudice, and power often shape laws• What faithful engagement looks like when the system feels overwhelming• How ordinary believers can take responsibility where they live, work, and worship
The gospel doesn’t call us to apathy or outrage—it calls us to faithful presence.
Because every believer has a boulevard.
And perhaps we’ve been placed here for such a time as this.

In the book of Esther, Mordecai never takes center stage.But without him, Esther never steps into her calling.
In this episode of MyBLVD, Dhati Lewis and Missie Branch sit down with Dennis Talbert to explore the critical role of mentorship in raising the next generation of leaders.
Together they discuss:
• Why emerging leaders are especially vulnerable without wise mentors• The difference between healthy mentorship and controlling leadership• The power of spiritual mothers and fathers in shaping our calling• Why great leaders must sometimes step back so others can step forward• What it looks like to become a “Mordecai” in someone else’s story
Leadership isn’t just about being seen.Sometimes the most important work happens behind the scenes, at the gate.
If we want to see the next generation flourish, we need mentors who are willing to invest, guide, and pass the baton.

In Episode 4, Kenny Petty joins us for a deeply honest conversation about leadership, platform, and the subtle temptation of being noticed.
In Esther 1, we see a kingdom that looks powerful on the outside but is hollow underneath. A leader obsessed with image. Lavish displays. Public approval. Yet deeply insecure when challenged.
And that raises the question:
What happens when public image outpaces private character?
Kenny shares his own journey—from planting the first BLVD church, to experiencing the pressures of visibility, to learning what it means for the gospel to move from theory to embodiment.
We talk about:
Why leadership without character eventually collapses
How social media feeds the desire to be noticed
The subtle shift from feeding the Kingdom to feeding the ego
What unseen disciplines keep leaders rooted
Why the gospel frees us from hiding
If you serve in urban ministry, lead in visible spaces, or feel the pull of platform culture — this conversation is for you.
Because the real work isn’t what feeds you.It’s what feeds the Kingdom.

Everybody wants to be seen.Everybody wants influence.But what if calling begins long before visibility?
In Episode 3 of Season 6, we explore Esther 2 and the quiet, hidden formation that happens before the spotlight ever turns on.
There are no miracles. No public declarations. Just preparation.
Missie and Dhati sit down with music artist and BLVD missionary Morgan Allen to talk about:
• Hidden seasons and unseen faithfulness• The tension of belonging before visibility• Not being defined by other people’s boxes• God’s providence before the platform• Encouraging young leaders in an influencer culture
In a world chasing validation, Esther reminds us: belonging precedes visibility. And unseen formation is never wasted.
This conversation is for every missionary, leader, creative, and believer who has ever wondered, “Lord, what are You doing in this season?”
You’re not forgotten.You’re not overlooked.God is still writing your story.
Season Theme: For Such a Time as This
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What does it mean to live faithfully between worlds?
In this episode of Season 6, we explore the tension of serving in spaces where you don’t fully “belong.” Like Esther—Jewish in a Persian palace—many missionaries and leaders today navigate multiple cultures, languages, and expectations.
Is code-switching wisdom? Or is it compromise?When does adaptation become contextualization… and when does it threaten our identity in Christ?
Joined by BLVD missionary Brian Crawford, we wrestle with what it means to show up authentically while remaining grounded in the gospel. This conversation pushes us to ask:
Is my identity primarily cultural—or in Christ?
When does speaking truth require courage?
How do we pursue unity without surrendering principle?
If you serve in urban ministry, majority-minority spaces, or leadership across cultures, this one is for you.
Because for such a time as this… God has placed you exactly where you are.

Power doesn’t always corrupt loudly.Sometimes it corrodes quietly—through ego, fear, and the need for validation.
In the first episode of Season 6, we begin our For Such a Time as This journey through the book of Esther by looking at leadership before courage ever shows up.
What happens when influence grows, but humility shrinks?When platforms expand, but accountability fades?
Joined by BLVD Missionary Thomas Cotton, we unpack the warning signs of unhealthy leadership, the pressure to perform for validation, and why humility—not visibility—is the foundation of faithful impact.
This isn’t theory.This is street-level leadership, lived out in real communities.
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