Author Manny Arango reminds us that we can either take our thoughts captive or we can be held captive by them. Listen as Manny shares some insight from his book Brain Washed: Overcome Toxic Thoughts and Take Back Control of Your Mind. 

Manny is a Bible nerd, a storyteller, a troublemaker, an overcomer, and a revivalist. Passionate about fighting for people who have lost their voice, Manny strives to inspire those who have lost hope or have settled for mediocrity. Born in Boston, MA but based in Dallas, TX, he is a teaching pastor at Social Dallas under Pastor Robert Madu. He is also a full-time itinerant preacher as of January 2020. Manny graduated from Southeastern University in Dec 2019 with a Masters and is currently continuing his education at Northern Seminary for a Doctorate in New Testament studies. He deeply values Bible literacy and founded ARMA, an academic bible study tool that reflects his heart to equip and champion God's people.

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What does it mean when the Bible says you are a light?  Dawn and Steve in the Morning share a devotional from Blackaby Ministries International about "being the light of the world."

Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works and glorify your Father in heaven.   Matthew 5:16

In addition, Steve explores an article by Trevin Wax titled "The Burning Question from Asbury Isn't About Asbury."

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Bob Moeller of For Keeps Ministry is in-studio to share about his trip to Wilmore, Kentucky and the revival that is taking place at Asbury University. 

Bob Moeller is the host of the weekly nationally broadcast weekly television call-in show, “Marriage—For Better, For Worse” Q and A on the Total Living Network. A frequent radio personality guest, he conducts weekend marriage conferences. Bob is the author of ten books on marriage, two of which were nominated for the Gold Medallion Award. Bob and Cheryl’s latest book is 6 Hearts of Intimacy. He has written articles for over 150 publications including  Focus on the Family and  Marriage Partnership. Bob holds a D.Min. from Trinity Evangelical Divinity School of Trinity International University, Deerfield, IL. Bob, now a pastor full-time to marriages, was a pastor in the local church for 25 years and worked in the administration of Trinity International University, before co-founding with Cheryl, For Better For Worse For Keeps Ministries. A ministry to healing hearts and marriages, especially in under-resourced areas. Bob and Cheryl, married for over 41 years, have six children. People call him a lot of things, but his favorite is when his nine energetic grandchildren, including two foster grandchildren, call him, “GrandBob.” And, he loves having fun with his five grand dogs.

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Why is the contemporary church facing a financial crisis of epic proportions? Andrew McNair gives us insight into his book releasing April 25th titled The Giving Crisis: Helping Average Givers Become Everyday Philanthropists. 

Andrew Mcnair has inspired readers and audiences to learn ways to give more and save more by implementing tangible habits to help them achieve their philanthropic goals. He is the author of Don't Be Penny Wise & Dollar Foolish and Tithe: A Living Testimony. Andrew has been featured on Fox Business, Wall Street Journal, Forbes, Kiplinger, and Market Watch. He is the radio show host of What Your Money Would Say and the podcast host of Rich Young & Powerful. He is the founder of SWAN Capital, 9 figure wealth management firm, and the Cygnet Fund, a real estate hedge fund.

Also this hour, author Mary DeMuth has some wisdom and hope for parents of grown-ups. She will share some practical tips based on the discipleship model Jesus exemplified. Mary has written the book Love, Pray, Listen: Parenting Your Wayward Adult Kids with Joy. 

Mary loves Jesus. She is an author and speaker who loves to help readers and audiences live uncaged, freedom-infused lives. She’s been writing for 30+ years–half of them in obscurity. She mentored many writers during that time and continues to do so through the Rockwall Christian Writers Group and some of her instructional books. She has written over 45 books, translated into five languages. You can see a listing of all her books on Amazon, Barnes and Noble, CBD, Lifeway and Parable. Mary pioneered a literary agency in 2022, Mary DeMuth Literary, where she shepherds writers toward traditional publishing. She currently lives in North Texas, serves in her local church alongside her husband and she has three adult children. Mary counts these relationships as the most important people in her life. Although her past story is difficult, her current story leaks adventure. Not only has Mary been restored and restoried, but she longs to see the same for you.

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Dawn begins the morning with a devotional from Blackaby Ministries International about resisting the temptation to live a self-centered and unruffled life.  

Then Jesus said to His disciples, "If anyone desires to come after Me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross, and follow Me."   Matthew 16:24

Author Rebecca Mclaughlin helps us share the Bible with our children! She has written the book Exploring the Earliest Gospel: A Kids Bible Study on Jesus and His Good News.  

Rebecca holds a Ph.D. in Renaissance Literature from Cambridge University and a degree in theological and pastoral studies from Oak Hill Theological College in London. She is the author of  Confronting Christianity: 12 Hard Questions for the World's Largest Religion (Crossway, 2019)—named Book of the Year 2020 by Christianity Today, 10 Questions Every Teen Should Ask (and Answer) About Christianity (Crossway, 2021), The Secular Creed: Engaging 5 Contemporary Claims (TGC, 2021), and Is Christmas Unbelievable? 4 Questions Everyone Should Ask About the World's Most Famous Story (TGBC, 2021). Rebecca grew up in London and she met her husband, Bryan, when they were both in grad school at Cambridge. Bryan comes from Oklahoma and they now live in Cambridge Massachusetts, with their three children.

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Author Ben Connelly gives us insight into his book Reading the Bible, Missing the Gospel: Recovering from (Shockingly Common) Ways We Get the Bible Wrong in Our Everyday Lives.  Ben Connelly is a pastor, author, equipper, and occasional professor. He is honored to serve everyday disciples, ministry leaders, and church planters across the world through The Equipping Group, and to help lead Salt+Light Community and Plant Fort Worth in Fort Worth, TX. Ben has written/contributed to several books, workbooks, articles, and publications, has overseen church planting efforts for multiple organizations, and has also taught university and seminary classes. He and Jess have three children and at times, host short-term foster kids too.

Percy Wilson McCray Jr. provides encouragement for individuals who are walking the cancer journey. Rev. McCray Jr. has spent more than 20 years ministering to cancer patients and their caregivers at Cancer Treatment Centers of America® (CTCA). He recognizes cancer care ministry as a special calling from God and considers faith a key, but often overlooked, component of cancer treatment. He now serves as the Director of Faith-Based Programs at CTCA® and provides leadership to the pastoral care staff at all five CTCA hospitals. In addition, Rev. McCray oversees Our Journey of Hope®, a nationwide cancer care ministry training, and support program. An ordained minister, Rev. McCray is a member of the U.S. Chaplain Association. He is also the co-host of the award-winning podcast, Health, Hope & Inspiration.

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How can we approach disagreement in a loving way? Author Mike discusses his new book Grace in the Gray: A More Loving Way to Disagree. Mike Donehey Is amazed by the love of God. He is also the author of the book Finding God’s Life for My Will and sings in the boisterous and enthusiastic pop band, Tenth Avenue North. He loves his wife and four daughters. He currently lives in Nashville Tennessee.

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Start the day with Dawn and Steve in the Morning as they share a devotional from Blackaby Ministries International about forgiveness.

And forgive us our debts, As we forgive our debtors.   Matthew 6:12

Also, Dawn and Steve discuss the revival in Wilmore, Kentucky and an article by Joe Carter titled "9 Things You Should Know About Revivals in America."

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Dawn and Steve look at sin and some of the ways God disciplines His children.

Also, Todd Nettleton of The Voice of the Martyrs will tell us how we can intercede for our Brothers and Sisters across the globe!

Todd Nettleton is the Chief of Media Relations and Message Integration for The Voice of the Martyrs and hosts The Voice of the Martyrs Radio. Todd serves as a voice for persecuted Christians through writing, speaking, and working with the media to tell people in the United States about the faithfulness of Christ's followers in 70+ nations where they face persecution.

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Our identity is not found in a marriage or in singleness but in Christ. Dawn and Steve explore an article by Mary Van Weelden called "What (Not) to Say to Singles."

In addition, author Bill Hendricks discusses identity and provides some insight into his book The Person Called You: Why You're Here, Why You Matter & What You Should Do With Your Life.

Bill Hendricks is Co-founder and President of The Global Centre for Giftedness, which seeks to mobilize a movement aimed at unleashing people’s giftedness for human flourishing. Bill also serves as the Executive Director for Christian Leadership at The Hendricks Center, a leadership development initiative at Dallas Theological Seminary. He holds degrees from Harvard University, Boston University, and Dallas Theological Seminary, and is currently a doctoral student at Bakke Graduate University. He is the author or coauthor of twenty-five books. Bill is married to Lynn Turpin Hendricks and is the father of three grown daughters.

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