Dave Ebert Bio
Dave is an experienced improviser, actor, speaker, improv coach, and is a credentialed minister with the Assemblies of God.
Dave has a very unique resume as he credits most of his acting and improv training to his 8+ years traveling the roads of West Virginia, Virginia, and North Carolina as a pro-wrestler.
Dave is the founder of Gifts for Glory Ministries, as well as the founder of both Well Versed Comedy and PureFest.
Dave moved to Chicago to pursue a life and career in ministry to use his gifts for God's glory. Whether it be making people laugh during an improv show, moving the audience with a dramatic role, preaching the Word of God from the pulpit, or inspiring a crowd from the podium, Dave is right at home in front of a crowd.
Dave has been sharing his testimony and telling all about how God delivered him from depression and suicidal ideations, and now God is redeeming that 'lost' time through comedy, improv, and acting. This testimony has been impacting live crowds in and around Chicago, and around the world via podcast and media interviews, for the last 8 years.
Dave found the love of his earthly life in his wife Bobbie. The couple was married in June 2015, and they currently reside in the southwest Chicago suburbs with their three cats. They attend and are active in Thrive Church, Lockport, Ill.
Dave is available to bring his testimony and a potentially life-changing and ministry-changing improv workshop to your group. Contact us today to get your next event in motion!
Dave On Podcasts/Radio
A Savage Perspective
12/28/2020
Dave joins hosts Mike and Cynthia Savage to talk pro-wrestling, depression, and comedy on A Savage Perspective.
Positively Joy
12/10/2020
Dave joins host Yvette Walker to talk about finding joy in life despite the past challenges of depression on the Positively Joy podcast..
Cause Talk Radio
12/9/2020
Dave joins host Nancy Landa on Cause Talk Radio to share his story of faith.
Letters From Home
10/23/2020
Meg Glesener welcomes Dave on to the Letters From Home podcast. Dave shares his story, his passion for using comedy to make a difference, and how God is redeeming time lost to depression and battles with suicidal thoughts. Dave also shares how wrestling has played a huge role in his life. Listen to the "All Joking Aside" episode of the Letters From Home podcast.
Moments with Moni
10/2/2020
Moni welcomes Dave to the Moments with Moni podcast. They discuss Jesus, family, comedy, and a little bit of politics. Enjoy this really fun conversation!
The Maurice Brown Show
9/29/2020
Dave joins comedian Maurice Brown to talk faith. diversity in faith-based productions, comedy, and how comedy is such a needed gift in these times. Check the replay on The Creative Motion Network on Roku, or click the photo to view on YouTube.
One Faith Radio & Podcast Show
9/29/2020
Episode 19 is a continuation of the series entitled “What’s Your Why?” and this episode features Minister Dave Ebert, of Gifts for Glory Ministries in Crest Hill, IL.
The “What’s Your Why?” series aims to inspire people to find their why and purpose in life and in God. This series is designed to hear the stories of Pastors and Ministers who have discovered their why or are continuing to develop their why in life.
The Biblical Woman
9/14/2020
Dave, not a Biblical Woman, joins Cat and Whitley in the studio this week to talk about dealing with depression as a Christian, using comedy to share the Gospel, and his ministry. With laughs and seriousness, this is an episode you don’t want to miss.
Bleeding Daylight
6/29/2020
Dave's first INTERNATIONAL INTERVIEW! Dave joins Australian native Rodney Olsen to discuss how he has turned comedy from something that masked his own pain, into something that brings healing for others, including women released from sex trafficking. In this episode of Bleeding Daylight, we get to explore a little of the inner conflicts that Dave has faced over the years and the way that life is now so very different for him.
The God Spot/Elevated Faith
6/1/2020
Dave joined Ally and Will Jefferson, with special guest co-host Rico Lane. They have a conversation about what it means to use your gifts and talents to bring glory to the kingdom, what that looks like, and the ups and downs that go along with that!
Longing for More
4/21/2020
In this episode, Dave shares how comedy has changed his life significantly. He explains how he once used humor as a way to hide and how he now uses it to reveal who God is. Dave's used comedy to help others improve their communication skills, self-confidence, and to tap into their creativity.
The Kingdom Bringer Podcast
3/31/2020
Darin discusses the Kingdom bringing power of comedy with Improv Comedian Dave Ebert. Dave opens up about how comedy played a big factor in his overcoming of depression. They also talk about the current and future state of Christian movies and media.
Karitos Worship and Arts Podcast
3/11/2020
Zach and Susannah Francis welcome Dave to the Karitos Podcast to talk about testimony, faith, and using our gifts for the glory of God. They also talk about Karitos Worship and Christian Arts Conference.
Halfway There Podcast
12/23/2019
Eric Nevins welcomes Dave to talk about faith, using comedy in ministry, and how we can make an impact for the Kingdom.
Spiritual Life and Leadership Podcast
11/4/2019
Markus Watson invited Dave to come on and discuss his comedy journey, including how 8 years of pro wrestling prepared him for the improv stage and improv ministry.
Simply Felicity
10/14/2019
Dr. Felicity Joy Solomon welcomes Dave to her show to talk faith, comedy, and using our gifts to serve God and His Kingdom.
The Daren Streblow Comedy Show
8/17/2019
Dave joins the incredible Daren Streblow to talk comedy, share about PureFest, and talk using faith in comedy.
Your Hope-Filled Perspective
10/11/2019
Dave was blessed to join Dr. Michelle Bengston on Your Hope-Filled Perspective to share his Testimony on how God is redeeming lost time to depression through comedy.
Tim DeMoss Show- WFIL Philadelphia
8/2/2019
At approximately the half-way point in the show, Dave joins Tim DeMoss to talk PureFest, comedy, and using comedy as ministry.
Art & Faith Conversations
4/23/19
Dave joins host Libby John to share his testimony and discuss how he is using comedy as a ministry.
Dave and Gifts for Glory in the News
