The lead vocalist and bassist for Christian band, Skillet, John Cooper, discussed topics that he covers in his book entitled Awake and Alive to Truth (Finding Truth in the Chaos of a Relativistic World). You can find him online at www.johnlcooper.com.

Christian musical artist and author Michael Card shared observations about the life of Jesus, in a discussion about his devotional book, The Nazarene: Forty Devotions on the Lyrical Life of Jesus.  His website address is www.michaelcard.com.

From Prophecy Today, Jimmy DeYoung related Middle East news in light of Biblical prophecy.  Topics included: the U.S. Secretary of State's visit to the Middle East, speculation about U.S. and Israel action toward Iran, and an Israeli attack on a Syrian target.  You can learn more at www.prophecytoday.com.

Pastor Marvin Brecht of Divine Encounter Ministries in Seattle discussed a Biblical approach to racially-related issues, a subject that he and his wife, Roda, addressed in an article at The Stream.  He has also written a book called, Power of the Kingdom, and the website is www.powerofthekingdom.com.

Sisters Allison Hottinger and Lisa Kalberer, who are mothers who desired to teach their children about the importance of giving during the Christmas season, shared about the concept of The Giving Manger: A Christmas Family Tradition, which is available in a box set.  You can learn more at www.thegivingmanger.com.

The founder of the ministry, The Transmission, which helps prepare prospective college students and their parents for the collegiate experience, Tommy McGregor, shared about the children's book that he has written, The Boy Who Could Do Good, which was illustrated by his mother, Annette McGregor.  You can find out more at www.tommymcgregor.com.

Christian musical artist Lynda Randle discussed the concept of her Christmas project, White Christmas, as well as the background of some of the songs on it.  You can find her online at www.lyndarandle.com.

The author of the book, The Anne of Green Gables Devotional: A Chapter-by-Chapter Companion for Kindred Spirits, Rachel Dodge, discussed how she uses elements of the classic novel in order to inspire Christians to grow in the Lord.  Her website is www.racheldodge.com.

Russell Sarratt, Senior Director for WinShape Teams, and Rusty Chadwick, Director for WinShape Teams, discussed principles of leadership and teamwork, related to their book, Team Work:13 Timeless Principles for Creating Success and Fulfillment as a Team Member.  You can learn more through www.teamworkbook.co.