Makeup Lessons For Life

Lisa Briscoe

Our segment today is called “Dripping With Favor,” and that’s a perfect description of our featured guest, Lisa Briscoe, who experienced a “divine intervention” and God’s “grace” at a time when she needed it the most. 

Growing up in a wealthy family, Lisa enjoyed all the “finer” things of life, but once she turned 18 and began living on her own, rebellion set in.  She became obsessed with the “party scene,” and before long she indulged herself by taking almost every drug she could get her hands on (with the exception of heroin) and eventually began selling drugs to support her habit and pay the bills.  Her life spiraled completely out of control as she was arrested three times for selling an illegal controlled substance…with the second offense landing her in jail for three months.  After her third arrest, now a convicted felon, Lisa was paralyzed with fear that she may be going to prison for 20 years because she knew that under Texas law… “three strikes and you’re out!”  But God had a different game plan. 

Listen as Lisa shares her amazing story of transformation and restoration by a sovereign God whose power, love, mercy, and favor covered her and delivered her from the “powers of darkness” …bringing her into “His marvelous light”…where she boldly stands today! 

Austin & Courtney Farley

For most parents, there’s nothing more devastating than the death of a child.  The pain and agony from the loss can feel overwhelming and unbearable at times.  Our guests today are Children’s Pastors Austin & Courtney Farley of Hope Works Fellowship in Fort Worth, TX, and they know all too well the pain and agony of losing a child…having lost their youngest son, August, in a drowning accident back in 2018… just a few months before his 3rd birthday.  

According to a 2019 report from the American Academy of Pediatrics, after birth defects, drowning is the leading cause of death in children ages one to four.  But the Farley’s were more than just a statistic…they were a couple raising their family…enjoying life…experiencing their dream…when suddenly their world was turned upside down in an instant. 

In our segment today called “Celebration of Life,” the Farleys will share how the Lord “rushed to them” during the darkest time of their lives and lovingly led them through the hurt and pain of their son’s tragic death... one step at a time…one day at a time…and the process of healing continues today.  Their story is a reminder of God’s faithfulness and His promise in Psalm 147:3 to “heal the brokenhearted and bind up their wounds.”

Karen Seaman

Karen Kay Seaman, ARRT RM, has been married to Kevin Seaman since 1981. They have two children, Stephen and Stephanie, and one favorite and only grandchild, Meadow Reed.

Karen is a mammography technologist and author of the book, A Breast of the Situation. She began performing mammograms in 1983, and her expertise has been enhanced by learning from the best radiologists in the field. To date, she has performed in excess of 90,000 procedures.

Karen’s deep desire was to stay home and raise her children. She never wanted to be a career woman. Nevertheless, a series of unforeseen events set her on a career path. There were many days where she found herself conflicted between a life she would never have chosen, and a growing passion and love for the women she served. Near the 20-year mark in her career, she realized that her life had clearly not been a series of random events. The Lord had her on assignment to witness the changes in the health care industry regarding women, so that she could show each woman how to be a responsible steward of her own health. Karen’s obedience to the Lord continues to bear much fruit in the lives of women. Karen’s testimony is about learning to surrender to the will of God, and to “bloom where planted.”

If you are a woman, know a woman or love a woman, you need to hear Karen’s story. Listen as she shares that there is no such word as “random” with God. He has a plan for your life, and it is a good one. He can be trusted.

Jacqui Baldwin

Our guest today is Jacqui Baldwin…who many refer to as “Sista Jacqui.”  She is an ordained Minister, Music Evangelist/Psalmist and Missionary, and she uses her God given gift as a Gospel vocalist to spread the good news of Jesus Christ around the world.  In 1996, Jacqui received her “call” from the Lord to become a Music Evangelist while traveling with Dr. Francis Thomas in Jamaica.  From there, she began traveling with Larry Strum Ministries around the U.S. and abroad in places like England, Wales, Scotland, Ireland, and Israel…with extended stays in New Zealand, and Australia.  It was in Australia where she was given the title of “World Class Gospel Singer.”  But in the midst of her ministry adventures and successes, personally, she faced many challenges …and oftentimes it seemed like everything in the world was coming against her to push her in a corner and get her to stop.  Life was not easy for the single mother of three, as she endured a sexual assault that left her emotionally shattered…experienced the heartbreak of divorce…faced the challenges of raising three kids alone…and recently, suffered the devastating loss of her son.  In our segment today called “The Tapestry,” you will hear how God has intricately woven together all the good and bad experiences in Jacqui’s life to create in her a pure heart and an even deeper commitment to walk out her destiny… trusting and obeying God every step of the way.  Where God leads, she follows and nothing can diminish her “flame” which is burning brighter now than ever before!! 

Mary Forsythe

Mary Forsythe was living the “high life” in the “fast lane.”  She had it all…success, wealth, impressive portfolio, fabulous home in the prestigious Highland Park neighborhood in Dallas which was decorated with expensive art and furnishings.  She wore designer clothes, drove a Mercedes convertible, traveled to exotic places, and was an “elite socialite” attending all the “ritzy” parties, drinking fine champagne on the arm of a handsome guy. She even owned and operated her own pharmacy which was a lifelong dream.  But in the “blink of an eye,” she lost everything!!  After a grueling investigation and a federal indictment for mismanagement of a government drug program, she landed in federal prison with only the clothes on her back and a lot of internal pain and self-loathing that was masked by enough pride and arrogance to cover all of Texas!   In our segment today called “Journey to Freedom,” Mary will share how the Lord touched her heart and transformed her life during one of the darkest periods she had ever faced.  Although she may have been physically confined and restrained by chains and shackles, not even a maximum security prison could keep the Lord’s healing power from “setting her free” from years of pain, guilt, rejection and shame that had kept her in bondage for most of her life.  God gave Mary the strength to survive and thrive and the grace to overcome.  Today, she shares her testimony with audiences around the world and boldly professes God’s power to save, redeem, forgive and transform a life!

The Shepherd Family

Our segment today is called “A Full House,” and our guests, Dr. Tim & Virginia Shepherd…had just that…raising 11 children…just one child short of the famous movie “Cheaper by the Dozen” featuring Steve Martin & Bonnie Hunt.  Having 11 kids in 14 years is no small fete…especially with Tim juggling fatherhood and a family medical practice in Flower Mound, TX.  Although they faced the typical “ups and downs” of life, Dr. Tim & Virginia have been able to “shepherd” and “nurture” their kids relying on God’s Word and His grace combined with a lot of patience, love and kindness. Listen today as they share their fascinating journey while parenting the “11 blessings” that changed their lives forever! 

Dennis O’Neill

Our special guest today is actor, writer, director and producer Dennis O’Neill.  He is a Telly Award Winner, and he’s also the creator, writer, producer, and lead actor in the Web/TV show “Bail Out” which won the 2018 award for Best Web Series at the Lake Charles Film Festival.  Dennis began his professional acting career on the stage and now has worked on more than ninety-five film and TV shows, numerous commercials, and TV soap operas like “The Guiding Light,” “Another World,” and “One Life to Live.”  He starred with Chuck Norris on the hit TV series “Walker, Texas Ranger,” appeared on the popular TV show “Prison Break,” and worked as a “stunt double” for Robin Williams in several films.  Dennis is also a singer/songwriter, author, and teacher whose acting classes and workshops have trained students all over the country and in Europe.  But for Dennis, it hasn’t always been “bright lights” and “applause.”  Growing up in a “dysfunctional” family in the projects in Brooklyn, New York, Dennis battled alcohol and drug addiction for many years and became swept up in the violence and gang culture that was prevalent in his neighborhood.  In our segment today called “Radically Delivered,” Dennis will share how after almost 20 years of drug and alcohol addiction, one night, he experienced a “suddenly” and was touched and overtaken by the miraculous power of God and His “light”  which freed him from his dark past and set his life on a totally new trajectory.  Now Dennis is allowing that same light to shine through him as he shares his testimony and the grace, mercy and love of God with everyone he meets. 

Lynnette Simm

Our guest today is Dr. Lynnette Simm.  She lives in the Dallas/Ft Worth area with her husband of over 20 years and their two beautiful teenage daughters.  Lynnette is very accomplished holding a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology, a Master’s Degree in Education and a PhD also in Education.  She has worked in early childhood development and as a college professor since 2006.  Although on the outside she seemed to “have it all,” with a successful career, loving husband, and beautiful daughters, on the inside she was struggling to cope with years of hurt, brokenness and trauma that began during childhood when she experienced not only verbal and physical abuse in the home, but also sexual abuse off and on from the age of 9 until about 14 at the hands of a family member.  In our segment today called “And The Day Came” which is also the title of her book, Lynnette will share how she buried the pain and hurt from being abandoned and abused as a young girl so much so, that her past trauma began to overshadow her adult life…threatening to destroy her family and causing her to make choices and decisions she would later regret.  But with the help of therapy and God’s loving kindness & mercy, her feelings of worthlessness, self-loathing, and depression began to slowly dissipate. She has now been able to rebuild “authentic” relationships with her family and experience true healing and true forgiveness that she never thought possible. 

Katie Phipps

Katie Phipps is a beautiful, courageous young woman whose moving story of victory in the face of extreme trauma and loss tugged on our hearts so much, that we decided that we had to bring Katie into the studio to sit down in our “makeup chair” and share her personal journey to healing and wholeness.  If you’re feeling overwhelmed in your life right now by challenges and what seem to be “insurmountable obstacles”…then stay tuned, because Katie’s story will give you just what the “doctor ordered”…an injection of “hope” and the “fight” that you need not to “give up…give in or give out!”  Her story is also a reminder that God can and will “redeem a life”, turn our ashes into beauty, transform our mourning into gladness and turn our despair into praise.

Judy Fox

Judy Fox, a former NCAA Division 1 Volleyball Coach with 30 plus years of experience which includes induction into four halls of fame. Judy is also the President and Founder of “Ignite International” which she started back in 2003.  With more than 90% of the global population engaging in sports at some level, Judy and her team use this “common foundation” to share universal principles to empower and equip influencers of tomorrow’s leaders.  As a personal mentor of hundreds of athletes, coaches, and youth, Judy’s fingerprint extends across generations, cultures, beliefs and nationalities.  She has trained leaders of national teams and federations, Olympic committees, educators, and youth and community leaders to utilize sport as the tool through which to teach life principles.  With Judy at the helm, her team has left a mark of hope in more than a dozen nations through outreach trips to Nicaragua, Cuba, Liberia, the Holy Land, Jamaica, Moscow, St Petersburg, and the USA just to name a few.  Today’s segment is called “Ignite U1” which is also the name of the new initiative that her company launched in 2019.  Her goal is to inspire, empower, and equip teens and adults caught in cycles of trauma with the necessary practical tools they need to break the cycle so that they can experience the power of hope and pass it on to future generations.  Judy believes that whether it’s across the street or across the globe, you can ignite your world…but it starts with U1…You First!