Go M.A.D. Podcast
Donuts, Garbage, & the Gospel: Revelations of a Rescuer
April 14, 2026
Doug and Brad Hutchcraft
Have you ever had one of those unforgettable conversations? We definitely did as we sat down with Dr. Jerry Root, Wheaton College Professor Emeritus and longtime C.S. Lewis scholar.
Fear too often makes even the most faithful followers of Christ go silent. We feel the pressure to “say it right,” we worry about rejection, and one awkward moment can convince us we are not cut out for evangelism. Listen in and hear us talk about a better way: sharing Jesus from a heart shaped by love, gratitude, and quiet courage.
We unpack why evangelism is less about having a special gift and more about building real trust with real people. Jerry tells unforgettable stories from a pipeline crew, a donut shop regular who took nine months to say 'yes', and an airport delay that turned a simple survey into a surprising opening for grace. Along the way, Jerry gives a practical framework you can use today: ask public questions, listen closely, and let the answers earn you permission to go deeper.
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