Welcome to Backstage with Randy Phillips - a lighthearted dialogue meant to inspire every heart and home to live a life of purpose. 

Discover the heartwarming story behind "Guppy and the Silvery Hook," a children's book born from bedtime tales that teach kids about temptation, wise choices, and God's forgiving love. Join Pastor Randy Phillips and illustrator Amanda Jass as they share how a curious fish's adventure sparks family conversations on trust, repentance, and starting over. Perfect for parents seeking faith-filled resources to guide their children through life's hooks with joy and Jesus' truth. Find hope in creative callings, rediscover dormant gifts, and embrace second chances that lead to spiritual growth and purpose. 

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TIMESTAMPS 

00:00 – Welcome to Backstage 

00:14 – Meet Amanda Jass 

02:00 – Creative Journey Begins 

05:14 – Discovering God-Given Gifts 

09:31 – First Steps in Ministry Writing 

10:20 – Freelance Freedom and Illustration 

14:23 – Connect with Amanda 

19:23 – Guppy Book Promo 

20:31 – Origin of Guppy Story 

23:02 – Collaborating on the Book 

27:18 – Personal Resonations with Guppy 

31:04 – Ghost Writing Explained 

36:30 – Power of Stories Like Jesus 

37:50 – Final Thanks and Blessings 

Music: Alive - Instrumental by Lone Waves Licensed through Musicbed 

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