Today, on Karl and Crew, we continued our conversation on sober-mindedness and looked at how that quality is necessary for good leadership. The scriptures that were referenced to support sober-minded leadership are 1 Timothy 3:2, 1 Timothy 3:11, and Titus 2:2. Our special guest, Dr. Kevin Leman, joined in on the conversation and shared insight from his experience in leadership. Dr. Leman is the founder and chairman of the Leman Academy of Excellence and is an internationally recognized psychologist, author, and broadcast speaker. He has authored over 70 books including, “Be a Great Leader by Friday.” We also checked in with Karl in Zimbabwe with CURE International to learn about CURE's vital work for children. You can hear the highlights of today’s program on Karl and Crew Showcase.

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Today, on Karl and Crew Mornings, we talked about being sober-minded, and the scripture reference was 1 Peter 5:8.  Being sober-minded means focusing on the grace of Jesus Christ and living with hope in eternity. Also, Karl is on a special trip in Zimbabwe with CURE International.  We heard about some of the vital work CURE does. You can hear the highlights of today's program on the Karl and Crew Showcast.

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Today, on Karl and Crew, we concluded our weekly theme of Spiritual Awakening.  It was Freedom Friday, so we asked, "What was it that woke you up to Jesus?"  Our special guest was Dr. Thomas Kidd. He serves as Research Professor of Church History at Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary.  Dr. Kidd has authored several books including, "The Great Awakening: The Roots of Evangelical Christianity in Colonial America."  Hear the highlights of today's program on the Karl and Crew showcast. 

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Today, on Karl and Crew, we continued our weekly theme, "Spiritual Awakening."  We discussed the power of reputation, especially in our faith walk.  What is your spiritual reputation?  What area of our lives do we need to examine?  Does our outside reputation match the truth of what's going on inside?  The scripture reference was Revelation 3:1-3.  Our special guests were Dr. David Nelms and Franklin Graham.  Dr. David Nelms is the Founder of The Timothy Initiative.  TTI exists to advance Christ’s Kingdom by multiplying disciples and disciple-making churches around the world.  Franklin is a speaker, author, evangelist, and President and CEO of Samaritan’s Purse, (an international Christian relief and evangelism organization).  You can hear highlights of today's program on the Karl and Crew Showcast. 

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Today, on Karl and Crew, we continued our weekly theme, "Spiritual Awakening."  True awakening requires humility, and it's a choice.  Proof of true awakening is found in the fruit of one's life afterward.  The scripture reference was Romans 13:11-12.  Our special guest was Bill Elliff who is the founder and National Engage Pastor of The Summit Church in Arkansas and Pastor Director for One Cry! A Nationwide Call for Spiritual Awakening. He is a speaker and author as well. Also, today is Wednesday, and we enjoyed Ally Thinks It's Funny!  You can hear highlights of today's program on the Karl and Crew Showcast. 

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Today, on Karl and Crew, we continued our weekly theme, "Spiritual Awakening."   The scripture reference was Ephesians 5:14.  What does it mean to be spiritually asleep?  How do we wake up from a spiritual slumber, personally and as the Church?  Our special guest was Dr. Craig Keener.  He is a professor of biblical studies at Asbury Theological Seminary and an award-winning author on topics including miracles, the Holy Spirit, ethnic reconciliation, and the New Testament.  You can hear highlights of today's program on the Karl and Crew Showcast. 

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Today, on Karl and Crew, we kicked off a new weekly theme, "Spiritual Awakening."  What is the meaning of true awakening or true revival? What is our need for it, and what does it entail?  Our special guest was Dr. Sam Storms.  He is the founder and President of Enjoying God Ministries.  Dr. Storms is a best-selling author and has written over 40 books.  We also talked with Franklin Graham, who is the President and CEO of Samaritan’s Purse.  He shared rescue efforts and response to the California wildfires.  Finally, since it was Monday, we heard Ask Pastor Karl.  You can hear highlights of today's program on the Karl and Crew Showcast. 

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Today, on Karl and Crew, it was Freedom Friday.  We ended "Victory Week," discussing the power of repentance.  What do you need to repent of to help lighten the yoke of sin holding you back?  Our special guest was Makenzie Weatherford.  Kenz is the Promotions and Social Media Coordinator for WMBI.  She shared her powerful testimony of freedom from spiritual warfare.  Also, we mentioned the release of Karl's new book, "Killing Sin: Conquer the One Thing That is Defeating You."  Hear the highlights of the program on the Karl and Crew showcast.      

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Today, on Karl and Crew, we continued our theme week, "Stories of Victory", and we discussed minimizing the compromise.  What compromise did you have to minimize to face head-on and have victory?   Our guest was declutter expert, Kathi Lipp.  She is an author, national speaker, and founder of the "Clutter Free Academy."  Kathi shared her testimony and struggle into victory.  Also, we highlighted the release of Karl's new book this week, "Killing Sin: Conquer the One Thing That is Defeating You."  Hear the highlights of the program on the Karl and Crew showcast.      

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Today, on Karl and Crew, we continued our theme week, "Stories of Victory", and we discussed the importance of mental health and overcoming that one thing that keeps us living life to the fullest. What is that one thing, that spiritual adjustment you need to make?  Our expert guest was Dr. Deb Gorton who is the founder of  Siv Consultation - a counseling and training practice in the heart of Chicago. Dr. Gorton is the author of “Embracing Uncomfortable: Facing Our Fears While Pursuing Our Purpose.”  She is an avid advocate for mental health awareness within faith-based communities. Finally, we highlighted the release of Karl's new book this week, "Killing Sin: Conquer the One Thing That is Defeating You."  Hear the highlights of the program on the Karl and Crew showcast.    

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