In this episode we look at the events around the birth of Jesus. This is not a deep dive study episode, rather we look at things that peak our interest around the Savior's birth. How did Joseph and Mary deal with an unexpected pregnancy, staying in a manger, King Herod seeking to kill Jesus, wise men traveling, and more. We also hear examples of how Christmas is different for people after coming to know the Lord. There is also a guess that movie contest, and probably too much talk about an obscure 80's tv show.

James Jones won the Super Bowl with the Green Bay Packers. He also was homeless for the first 15 years of his life. James shares how he overcame his environment to become a world champion, and tells how some special people helped him along the way. We also talk about why the NFL changed 2 rules because of James, winning the Super Bowl, coaching youth sports, and who are some of the best players he played with and against. Who is better - Brett Favre or Aaron Rodgers? James has the answer!

Joe and Yvonne Bruce are with us and share a few stories from their time as overseas missionaries. They served separately on multiple continents all around the world for decades. But God was also working to bring them together to serve as a married couple. We hear stories of mostly unreached peoples high in the mountains, having to learn multiple languages, and working in communist countries - just to name a few. Through their stories we are able to see the Great Commission in action.

It is all Thanksgiving stories, traditions, and more stories here. We have two in studio guests, as well as three call in guests that all share some Thanksgiving traditions. We also take a look back at how Thanksgiving got its start, and ask some trivia along the way. The episode wraps up with us going around the table to share some of our own memories of Thanksgiving with our families.

The title says a lot on this episode. Brittany Howren is back and her husband, Adam, joins us also - kind of. They let us reveal the gender of their baby to them and the rest of the world. We also follow up on some more details of Brittany's story from the last time she joined us. We also make a wish come true for our friend Amanda Mundy. A future episode is announced and listener help is needed!

We really step things up with our guest Commissioner Brad Turner, a cabinet member of the Governor of Tennessee. Well, we pretty much stay the same but Brad brings some class. He also brings some knowledge of faith in politics, helping those who are most in need, and a great story of how God has worked in his and his family's lives. We also get some more t-shirt sayings like "The dog caught the car" and "Remove the Brick". In this episode you will laugh and you will be challenged.

There is so much to unpack in this episode that you may need a roadmap. Andrew Phillips is back and this time he is joined by his sister, Brooke. They discuss working together at a family business, and performing together as musicians. Brooke talks fashion, being a social media fashion influencer, and she gives us a peak inside her shoe closet (WOW)! Then she kicks the shoes off when she talks about playing the drums. Things then get a little wild with a Sasquatch story, a baking contest is developed on air, Daniel writes a love note, and he may or may not have emotions. The show ends with Andrew and Brooke playing a live song - a first for the podcast. Don't miss the outtakes at the end!

Episode 50 brings it! We have our first call in guest and it is a two for one special! Breaking news.....someone is having a baby! Stefano literally wants to shock people that come by the studio while we record. And he is also attacked by another animal while taking out the trash. Ryan gets called out for movies he still has not seen and using his cup as a weapon. The real treasure of the episode is Brittany Howren. She shares how God protected her through a childhood riddled with divorce, abuse, a massive car wreck, and more. Her marriage was ending until God performed a miracle that transformed her family.

Ryan is back after an extended break and he is still trying to shake off the baby brain fog. Brad Jenkins is the founder of Until They Know, a ministry that serves the people of the Dominican Republic. He tells some of the hardships the people face there - human trafficking, modern slavery, and more. We also get some insight into parenting and what it is like to send your kids off to college when you are old, tired, and broke.We hear why relationships matter in everything we do.

Jesus thought parables were an effective teaching tool. They have withstood the test of time and are sill applicable today, so we touch on 4 of them and how they relate to us today. We give an update on the special guest that Ghosted us, but in reality his return episode aired before this one. Divine Science with Hugh Ross (Episode 47) was worth the wait. Go check it out. Again! Other than that, Ryan had Taco Bell on the brain at 6am and texts people about it. Stefano defends himself and refutes a story Russell told in a previous episode. Have you ever had someone remember your name but you did not remember theirs? We can relate.