I’m excited to share some “He Loves Me” Behind the Scenes secrets today! First, let’s see if you can figure them out! Want to play along?
1. Where was “He Loves Me” filmed? What city??
If you guessed, Kokomo, Indiana you are correct! (Recap of why Kokomo – here)
I think Kokomo is super appropriate, especially since it it the “City of Firsts” ~ and this is my first video project! Yay, God!
And if you are familiar with Kokomo, Indiana and wonder if I saw “Big Ben” while I was there, the answer is YES! Picture below is me and Director Fred Hollis (another Kokomo native) with the historic Big Ben of Highland Park.
2. What was the first scene I had to film?
Although the promo is the first scene the viewers will see (promo here), it was actually one of the last scenes we shot. For the first scene, all I had to do was pull pedals off of a daisy and let the pedals fall to the ground. No speaking. No facial expressions. Just pull the pedals, Cindy.
Simple enough, right???
Can I tell you I was a shaky, nervous wreck?? At that moment I thought to myself, “Oh good grief, what in the world did I get myself into? It’s going to be a looong 2 days. Lord help me!” Thankfully God heard my cries and helped me get through the opening daisy scene, as well as the other scenes where I actually talked. Whew! (Thank You, God!)
3. How many of my family members (from my home) participated in this video production?
If you guessed ALL SIX you are correct!
When you watch the video in its entirety, you’ll see 5 familiar faces (from my home) and recognize 1 voice (besides mine). Another close family member is in the Christmas scene – but that’s another secret for another day!
See if you can tell from this mini clip which family members are involved. 🙂
Did you recognize anyone???
(Special thanks to Jeanine, RBC’s Editor Extraordinaire for coming up with the idea to have my Sarah pull the daisy pedals, and to have my Amanda’s voice in the background. I love that my girls are a part of one of the opening scenes!)
Thanks for stopping by and learning some of my “Behind the Scenes” secrets. 🙂 Most importantly, thanks for the special role YOU have played praying on the journey! May God use this “He Loves Me” project to share hope, joy, and TRUTH with ALL who have the opportunity to view it!
Sweet blessings to you~
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"Cindy Bultema is a breath of fresh air! With vulnerable openness, gut-level honesty, down-home humor, and timeless biblical truth, her spoken and written words will inspire you to take an action step toward fresh faith and renewed hope. Cindy ministers on and off the platform with personal warmth and genuine compassion. As a speaker, author, and mentor to many, Cindy has my highest recommendation!"
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"As women's ministry leaders know, finding a speaker who is Right AND Relevant is quite a task.
God led us to Cindy last spring as a speaker for our fall retreat at Mackinac Island. Even then, I did not realize what a gifted messenger she would be.
With almost 70 women present, Cindy mentioned each woman at least once by name throughout her sessions. She did not shrink back from telling her testimony, as difficult as it must have been. And she opened the book of Revelation to our ladies with insight and application like few women I have ever heard.
Thank you, Cindy for marking this retreat as a milestone in women's ministries at Woodside Bible Church. Praying we will never be the same."
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Shari Hulcy, Women's Ministries Director Woodside Bible Church, White Lake, MI
"As women's ministry leaders know, finding a speaker who is Right AND Relevant is quite a task. God led us to Cindy last spring as a speaker for our fall retreat at Mackinac Island. Even then, I did not realize what a gifted messenger she would be. With almost 70 women present, Cindy mentioned each woman at least once by name throughout her sessions. She did not shrink back from telling her testimony, as difficult as it must have been. And she opened the book of Revelation to our ladies with insight and application like few women I have ever heard. Thank you, Cindy for marking this retreat as a milestone in women's ministries at Woodside Bible Church. Praying we will never be the same."
"Experiencing Cindy speak will awaken you to timeless truths of scripture made relevant to your life today.
Her amazing story of transformation, coupled with her solid biblical teaching -- not to mention her contagious smile -- will find you walking away in love with her perfect Savior."
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Karen Ehman, Director of Speakers for Proverbs 31 Ministries; Author
"Experiencing Cindy speak will awaken you to timeless truths of scripture made relevant to your life today. Her amazing story of transformation, coupled with her solid biblical teaching -- not to mention her contagious smile -- will find you walking away in love with her perfect Savior."
"You will find no one more highly motivated to see lives changed by God’s love and grace than Cindy. Cindy’s enthusiasm for the Lord is contagious and many women have testified that she has ministered to them from the message she delivered.
Cindy’s personal testimony has been one of transformation for God’s Glory. She continues be used by God through her testimony for the many women who have had similar life circumstances and for others who can see what God can do!"
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Suzanne Reinink, Director of Adult Ministries Sunshine Community Church, Grand Rapids, MI
"You will find no one more highly motivated to see lives changed by God’s love and grace than Cindy. Cindy’s enthusiasm for the Lord is contagious and many women have testified that she has ministered to them from the message she delivered. Cindy’s personal testimony has been one of transformation for God’s Glory. She continues be used by God through her testimony for the many women who have had similar life circumstances and for others who can see what God can do!"
Several attendees have continued to comment on how great she was months after the event.
"Cindy came to Texas and lead three sessions during our overnight Fall Women’s Retreat. Each Biblically based session was well thought out and touched each of us as she dove into finding balance in our unbalanced world. She made sure to tailor the message to our audience of multi-generational women in all stages and phases of life. However, it was in the ‘down time’ that Cindy deeply connected to several of the ladies who were so moved by her messages that they later were able to share private tears together. It was lovely to see God’s hand of healing being brought to the ladies of our church through Cindy’s powerful words and gentle spirit. Several attendees have continued to comment on how great she was months after the event. Cindy will be a great addition to your event/retreat too."
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Andrea Sellers, Director Women’s Ministry, Redeemer Lutheran Church, Austin, TX
"Cindy came to Texas and lead three sessions during our overnight Fall Women’s Retreat. Each Biblically based session was well thought out and touched each of us as she dove into finding balance in our unbalanced world. She made sure to tailor the message to our audience of multi-generational women in all stages and phases of life. However, it was in the ‘down time’ that Cindy deeply connected to several of the ladies who were so moved by her messages that they later were able to share private tears together. It was lovely to see God’s hand of healing being brought to the ladies of our church through Cindy’s powerful words and gentle spirit. Several attendees have continued to comment on how great she was months after the event. Cindy will be a great addition to your event/retreat too."
Thanks for the sneak peak – can't wait to see the finished product!
Enjoyed the sneak peek.