Blynda believes that inside every woman is unbelievable potential and gifting. She loves being a part of God-moments when women discover the greatness each one has inside of them. She is energetic, fun and has never met a stranger. She is a proven thrill-seeker who loves sky diving, bungy jumping, scuba diving and snow skiing.  A favorite day for her is one filled with great friends and family, great food (preferrably prepared by someone other than herself) and great laughs! Blynda appears on “The Blessed Life” television show, is also seen weekly on Gateway TV, and is a women’s conference speaker. She has been married to the love of her life, Todd, for 15 years, who is an Associate Senior Pastor and Elder at Gateway Church. She and Todd have three wonderful children, Olivia, Harrison and Evelyn.

Blynda’s Faves:

Books – ­ Redeeming Love- (Francine Rivers), Strengthen Yourself in the Lord-(Bill Johnson), One in a Million- (Priscilla Shirer), Heaven is for Real-(Todd Burpo), Gladys Aylward (amazing story of a hero of the faith!!) by Janet & Geoff Benge and of course, The Influence of a Father-(Tom Lane) to name a few.

Music – I love music so to narrow down to a few would be crazy, but here’s some…Gateway Worship, Anthony Evans, Norah Jones, U2, Harry Connick, Jr. , Adele, David Crowder Band, Group 1 Crew, Michael Buble, Need to Breathe, Bon Jovi, Journey, Imogen Heap, Toby Mac, Natasha Bedingfield, Wicked & Les Miserables soundtracks, Carrie Underwood, Train, Press Play, Jesus Culture, Rita Springer, Kari Jobe, Brooke Fraser, Esterlyn, and any song by Julie Andrews!

TV Shows – I don’t seem to have much time for TV, but with the invention of DVR I enjoy So You Think You Can Dance & American Idol.