Made4Good

What does it really mean to do good works? Are they just random acts of kindness, or is there something deeper—something God designed us for?

Join hosts Josh Hudson and Mark Ogles each week as they dive into what the Bible says about good works, drawing from Scripture and insights from their book, Made4Good: A Good Works Study. With engaging conversation, practical takeaways, and a touch of humor, Josh and Mark explore how we are created, redeemed, and equipped to serve for God’s glory.

From Ephesians 2:10 to Matthew 5:16, they unpack how good works aren’t about earning salvation—but living out the faith we’ve been given. Expect thought-provoking discussions, real-life applications, and encouragement to step boldly into the purpose God has prepared for you.

Whether you're looking for inspiration, biblical wisdom, or just a reminder that your labor in the Lord is not in vain (1 Corinthians 15:58)—this podcast is for you.

So grab a cup of coffee, open your Bible, and join us as we discover what it means to be Made4Good.

Contributors

Host

Josh Hudson

Josh Hudson is married to the love of his life, Haley, and together they’ve built a home filled with love, laughter, and two energetic little boys who keep them on their toes. Being a husband and father is his greatest joy.

Spiritually, Josh is passionate about working with people in God’s Kingdom. He finds motivation and focus in the encouragement of fellow believers, living out Hebrews 10:24—"And let us consider how to stir up one another to love and good works."

From 2018 to 2020, Josh hosted Stop Being a Pew Potato, a podcast where he interviewed people from all walks of life to discuss spiritual topics and inspire Christians to stay active in their faith. Today, he serves as a deacon, and he and Haley pour much of their time and energy into serving college students—a ministry that has become their shared passion. Through Made4Good, Josh continues his mission to encourage and challenge others to glorify God through service.

Host

Mark Ogles

Mark Ogles is a retired engineer and business owner who has been married to his wife Andrea for 32 years. Together they founded and ran a government contracting business that supported NASA as well as other government agencies. Originally from north Alabama, they spent almost 15 years living in the Washington, DC area. They sold their business in 2021 and have retired to Auburn, Alabama.

Mark and Andrea enjoy traveling and their trips to Israel, Turkey, Greece and Italy have informed Mark's teaching on Bible Geography. Mark serves on the Auburn Alumni Engineering Council and on the Board of Directors for Appian Media. He and his wife are actively engaged with the college students at their church, teaching classes and devotionals in their home and leading prayer groups.

Through Made4Good, Mark wants to remind Christians that good works are not the method of our salvation, but rather the mission. (Eph. 2:8-10)