Matt Markins, President and Chief Operating Officer of AWANA, shared about the overall scope of the ministry and gave information about a new outreach, the U.S. Latino Child Discipleship Network.  More information can be found at www.awana.org or www.awana.org/latino.

Adam Holz, Managing Copy Editor for Plugged In, an arm of Focus on the Family, discussed movies in theatres during the Christmas holiday, examining their family-friendliness (or lack thereof).  Learn more at www.pluggedin.com.

Dr. Den Trumbull, a Montgomery pediatrician who has served as President of the American College of Pediatricians, has been a guest on FamilyLife Today, and has been a consultant for Focus on the Family, discussed some of the topics and principles which he covers in his book, Loving by Leading: A Parent’s Guide to Raising Healthy and Responsible Children.   The book website is www.lovingbyleading.com.  His website is www.goodparent.org.

John Eldredge, of the ministry of Ransomed Heart, shared about the concept and some of the content of his book, Restoration Year: A 365-Day Devotional.  He related about his own personal journey of restoration and how people can experience it in their own lives.  Learn more at www.ransomedheart.com.

Former Dothan, AL police officer Adam Davis shared about some of the pressures on the marriage of those involved in law enforcement, as well as first responders, and those serving the military, in light of the book he co-authored, Bulletproof Marriage: a 90-Day Devotional.  His website is www.theadamdavis.com.

With news from the Middle East in light of Biblical prophecy, Jimmy DeYoung of Prophecy Today, discussed a variety of developments, including the dedication of an altar to be used in the future Third Temple.  He also shared commentary relative to Christmas, including the timing and the identity of the shepherds.  The website address is www.prophecytoday.com.

The Director of Religious Freedom Advocacy for Family Research Council, Alexandra McPhee, discussed material found in the new report, which can be downloaded from the FRC website, entitled, Religious Liberty and the "Wedding Vendor" Cases.  The FRC website address is www.frc.org, and the link to the report is: www.frc.org/weddingvendors.

In advance of its premiere on NRB TV on December 27, 2018, Deb Waterbury, Founder and President of Love Everlasting Ministries, discussed a ministry outreach to women in Africa involving tailoring classes, which provide opportunities for entrepreneurship.  Learn more at www.debwaterbury.com.

Phil Collingsworth, the father of The Collingsworth Family, shared about their family's ministry and background, as well as musical projects, Feels Like Christmas, as well as Mercy and Love.  The conversation occurred prior to the Family's concert in Montgomery on January 17, 2019.  The website is www.thecollingsworthfamily.com.

Kenny Vaughan, the originator of Shields of Strength, which are Scripture-engraved dog tags sent to military and law enforcement personnel, shared some background of the items and elaborated on themes contained in his book, The Right Fight: How to Live a Loving Life.  The website is www.shieldsofstrength.com.