Episode Details

Tonight I welcomed Rochelle and Blair Gordon, the husband-and-wife team collaborating with Highwater Entertainment, a Pacific Northwest faith-based production company committed to telling stories of hope, redemption, and transformation. We explored their breakout feature, The Deliverance of Amy Stronghold—based on the true journey of Denise Reed—from homelessness and deep personal strongholds to freedom through forgiveness and faith.

The Gordons shared how prayerful dependence, community support, and unexpected provision carried the film from a $10,000 start to full funding, and how on-set culture, professionalism, and genuine care shaped a powerful creative environment. We also previewed their next project, So You Want to Marry My Daughter, inspired by real family practices of protection, wisdom, and intentional courtship, and discussed how Highwater aims to build a movement of Christian filmmakers in the Pacific Northwest.

We covered show scheduling updates, ways to connect, and how to watch Amy Stronghold for free on YouTube (also on Amazon and via Vision Video). Listeners were encouraged to consider what they’re creating and consuming—and whether it draws them toward meaning, purpose, and their Savior. Resources and contact links are below to get involved as prayer partners, supporters, or collaborators with Highwater Entertainment.

Guests: Rochelle and Blair Gordon
https://www.highwater.app/
https://www.bigbluestudios.co/

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Special thanks to:
Executive Producer Wayne Rankin
Executive Producer Rosanna Rankin
Executive Producer Carolina Jimenez
Executive Producer Angela Wetuski
Executive Producer John Seeley

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(00:01:49) Cold open, show identity, and live intro

(00:02:22) Host update and recap of yesterday’s guest Sarah Marshall

(00:03:36) Where to watch and what’s ahead this week

(00:04:34) Tonight’s theme: faith‑driven storytelling and Highwater teaser

(00:05:03) Housekeeping: website, contact, and how to reach the show

(00:06:17) Live schedule, crypto Saturday with Marissa Lee, and Sunday study

(00:07:37) Boost the algorithm: likes, shares, and playful trolling

(00:08:30) Introducing guests Rochelle and Blair Gordon of Highwater

(00:09:59) Icebreakers and banter to warm up the conversation

(00:11:10) From action‑adventure days to resilience after injury

(00:13:03) Rethinking success: faith, priorities, and stewardship

(00:14:50) How the Gordons joined filmmaking and met Highwater

(00:17:06) Deliverance ministry connection and the Shreveport spark

(00:19:20) From costumes to producer: stepping up in faith

(00:21:08) Building sets on a shoestring and Holy Spirit guidance

(00:22:37) What makes Highwater different: culture, care, and craft

(00:25:55) Prayer, patience, and letting God lead production

(00:27:29) Quality of faith‑based films and casting providence

(00:31:04) Is Highwater a company, a ministry, or a movement?

(00:33:30) Working with churches and the origin story detour