Christian Devotions SPEAK UP!

Join us this week on Christian Devotions SPEAK UP! as Scott discusses how to better understand dementia with author Carol Howell.

Carol Howell is a Certified Dementia Specialist and Endorsed Life Coach with an emphasis on Music Therapy. After her husband's brain injury in 1992 and her mother's diagnosis of Alzheimer's in 2006, Carol felt the need to learn about the brain. As her knowledge increased, she became more intrigued and determined to become an equipped and prepared caregiver. Her company, Senior Life Journeys, was born from this desire to learn and help others.

Carol is the author of If My Body Is A Temple, Why Am I Eating Doughnuts? It tells of the amazing miracle that helped her lose 100 pounds. The book is written with the humor and sincerity Carol is known to display in her own life.

Carol also authored Let’s Talk Dementia - A Caregiver's Guide. This easy-to-read book is full of helpful tips for caregiving, information about dementia, and 23 SMILES that will brighten your day.

Carol resides in South Carolina with her husband, Michael, and they are the proud parents of a daughter who is a physician assistant in Florida. Discover more about her life at www.seniorlifejourneys.com.

Join us this week on Christian Devotions SPEAK UP! as Scott discusses how to better understand dementia with author Carol Howell.

Carol Howell is a Certified Dementia Specialist and Endorsed Life Coach with an emphasis on Music Therapy. After her husband's brain injury in 1992 and her mother's diagnosis of Alzheimer's in 2006, Carol felt the need to learn about the brain. As her knowledge increased, she became more intrigued and determined to become an equipped and prepared caregiver. Her company, Senior Life Journeys, was born from this desire to learn and help others.

Carol is the author of If My Body Is A Temple, Why Am I Eating Doughnuts? It tells of the amazing miracle that helped her lose 100 pounds. The book is written with the humor and sincerity Carol is known to display in her own life.

Carol also authored Let’s Talk Dementia - A Caregiver's Guide. This easy-to-read book is full of helpful tips for caregiving, information about dementia, and 23 SMILES that will brighten your day.

Carol resides in South Carolina with her husband, Michael, and they are the proud parents of a daughter who is a physician assistant in Florida. Discover more about her life at www.seniorlifejourneys.com.

Join us this week on Christian Devotions SPEAK UP! as Scott chats about music, moms, and families with Cheri Keaggy.

Beginning as a worship leader at a small church in Southern California, veteran CCM artist Cheri Keaggy has ministered through music and testimony for over twenty years. Her debut album, Child of the Father, released to rave reviews in 1994, earning her a Dove Award nomination for New Artist of the Year. Nine albums, nine number one songs, three Dove Award nominations, and a Dove Award win later, Keaggy continues to be a mainstay on adult contemporary and inspirational radio, while congregations the world over sing her songs, including “There is Joy in the Lord” and “In Remembrance of Me,” during church services. Songs she wrote for her children have emerged as favorites at women’s events through the years (MOPS, Hearts at Home, Proverbs 31 Ministries, Family Life Ministries).

Often with her Bible and journal close at hand, Keaggy takes a teachable approach to life as she shares her experiences through various avenues: speaking, singing, songwriting, blogging, and one-on-one encounters on the road. With a heart of compassion toward others, she has partnered with organizations such as Food for the Hungry, Lifesong for Orphans, and the Nashville Rescue Mission.

Join us this week on Christian Devotions SPEAK UP! as Scott chats about music, moms, and families with Cheri Keaggy.

Beginning as a worship leader at a small church in Southern California, veteran CCM artist Cheri Keaggy has ministered through music and testimony for over twenty years. Her debut album, Child of the Father, released to rave reviews in 1994, earning her a Dove Award nomination for New Artist of the Year. Nine albums, nine number one songs, three Dove Award nominations, and a Dove Award win later, Keaggy continues to be a mainstay on adult contemporary and inspirational radio, while congregations the world over sing her songs, including “There is Joy in the Lord” and “In Remembrance of Me,” during church services. Songs she wrote for her children have emerged as favorites at women’s events through the years (MOPS, Hearts at Home, Proverbs 31 Ministries, Family Life Ministries).

Often with her Bible and journal close at hand, Keaggy takes a teachable approach to life as she shares her experiences through various avenues: speaking, singing, songwriting, blogging, and one-on-one encounters on the road. With a heart of compassion toward others, she has partnered with organizations such as Food for the Hungry, Lifesong for Orphans, and the Nashville Rescue Mission.

Join us this week on Christian Devotions SPEAK UP! as Scott talks about home education and how the Henn family imported this way of life.

Jennifer Henn surpassed her own childhood learning struggles and has homeschooled for fifteen years. She has a unique perspective on how others can educate their kids while learning themselves amidst the chaos of life and shortness of energy.

At one point, Jennifer’s health required her to stop homeschooling. During a three-year period, her children were schooled by other moms, along with attending public and some private schools. Although her three children made the honor roll, they wanted to return to homeschooling.

Many parents search for a perfect school that doesn’t exist and many don’t consider the benefits of their own abode. Jennifer desires to shed light to this option. She teaches how to find a balance between rigid schooling and lazy schooling to create a successful environment.

Join us this week on Christian Devotions SPEAK UP! as Scott talks about home education and how the Henn family imported this way of life.

Jennifer Henn surpassed her own childhood learning struggles and has homeschooled for fifteen years. She has a unique perspective on how others can educate their kids while learning themselves amidst the chaos of life and shortness of energy.

At one point, Jennifer’s health required her to stop homeschooling. During a three-year period, her children were schooled by other moms, along with attending public and some private schools. Although her three children made the honor roll, they wanted to return to homeschooling.

Many parents search for a perfect school that doesn’t exist and many don’t consider the benefits of their own abode. Jennifer desires to shed light to this option. She teaches how to find a balance between rigid schooling and lazy schooling to create a successful environment.

Join us this week on Christian Devotions SPEAK UP! as Scott interviews Pastor Steve Reynolds.

Steve Reynolds, America’s “Anti-Fat Pastor,” has served as the senior pastor of Capital Baptist Church in suburban Washington, DC, since 1982. He is the author of Bod4God and the creator of the Losing to Live weight loss competition. His story of dramatic weight loss and the way he did it has been featured on local, national, and international media, including The View and Saturday Night Live. Steve is a graduate of Liberty University and Theological Seminary.

Join us this week on Christian Devotions SPEAK UP! as Scott interviews Pastor Steve Reynolds.

Steve Reynolds, America’s “Anti-Fat Pastor,” has served as the senior pastor of Capital Baptist Church in suburban Washington, DC, since 1982. He is the author of Bod4God and the creator of the Losing to Live weight loss competition. His story of dramatic weight loss and the way he did it has been featured on local, national, and international media, including The View and Saturday Night Live. Steve is a graduate of Liberty University and Theological Seminary.

Join us this week on Christian Devotions SPEAK UP! when the best clips of the year are ready for you to enjoy.

On this episode of Speak UP, clips will feature Theology Mix authors, Beth Saadati, Nan Jones, Bob Hostetler, Israel Wayne, Creation Museums Doug Henderson and Ken Ham, Eric Hovind, Jenny Reese Clark, Jim Sonefeld of Hootie and the Blowfish, Best Selling Author Mike Dellosso, Actor Nathan Clarkson, Washington Redskins QB Kirk Cousins, Green Bay Packer Noah Herron, Los Angeles Angel Terry Evans, Alice Wisler, Venita McCart and many more! You’ll laugh, be encouraged, and—I pray—share the link and become a regular listener for 2016.

Join us this week on Christian Devotions SPEAK UP! when Scott shares some of the best clips from the last six years of Speak UP male vocalists along with their great music.

This episode shares interviews from 2011 with renowned artists like John Schlitt from Petra, Michael Card, and Bebe Winans. It also imparts storytelling artists such as Andrew Peterson and Jason Gray, and highlights new artists you hear on the radio dial daily like Jonny Diaz, Jordan Feliz, Jason Lovins, Matt Pappa, and many more! Enjoy music, great interview clips, and a Merry Christmas from Christian Devotions founders Eddie Jones and Cindy Sproles.