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"What if your health story could change the way your church lives, serves, & worships? Pastor Steve Reynolds continues with us to unpack how a hard stop on exercise, years of eating like an athlete, & a brush with serious disease turned into a faithful return to movement, a 130-pound weight loss, & a practical framework built from Scripture."

Pastor Steve Reynolds is back to take us behind the scenes of “Bod4God”—the sermon series that sparked a media whirlwind, front-page coverage, & books that meet people where they are with grace, honesty, & small, doable steps. We dive into the surprising places where faith and fitness meet: studying the word “body” across the Bible, embracing stewardship over shame, & seeing Genesis as a blueprint for daily activity—tending & keeping as purposeful movement. Steve’s mantra, “delay the decay,” lands with refreshing realism. No magic hacks, just consistent habits that restore energy, reverse risk, & extend our capacity to love, serve, & create. He shares candidly about still being an “average dude” who struggles, & why that authenticity helps more than perfection ever could. We open up about our own journeys too—returning to training after mission work left us winded on stage, & a 65-pound win through First Place for Health that reignited discipline at age 60. Performance ministry is physical, & we talk about the spills, the sweat, the headsets that take a beating, & the spiritual charge of treating art as athletic worship. If you’re looking for practical tools, you’ll hear about PastorSteveReynolds.com, the Losing to Live challenges, & accessible books like Get Off the Couch that help men & women build momentum without hype. Please, subscribe, share it with a friend who needs encouragement today, & leave a review with the one habit you’ll start this week. 
Pastor Steve Reynolds, Lead Pastor: Capital Baptist (website) • Capital Baptist (Facebook) • https://pastorstevereynolds.com/ Pastor Steve's Books: • Bod4God • Get Off The Couch • Taking God To Work • The Healthy Renegade Pastor: Abandoning Average in Your Health and Wellness • Wise Up!

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"What happens when theater brings living Scripture for a room that spans toddlers to octogenarians? Today, we sit down with Pastor Steve Reynolds of Capital Baptist & find out." 

A boy named Zadok hands over his loaves and fish, a row of 7 kids leans forward, & a sanctuary stays rapt for two hours—this is the kind of night we live for! We invited Pastor Steve from Capitol Baptist to unpack what happened when our one-man play “PETE” met a church already gearing up to teach through Peter’s life. Pastor Steve Reynolds shares why the performance felt alive — from facial expressions that carry meaning, to pacing that keeps kids present, to music that sends adults back to the Gospels. Next, you’ll hear how “PETE” was written in less than 3 weeks after a prayerful nudge, why we joke that “AI” really means Almighty Intelligence, & how a child in the audience raised a hand to accept Jesus. Pastor Steve opens up about his own journey: saved young through a mother’s witness & a long revival, called into vocational ministry, & led to plant a church in Northern Virginia by praying over stacks of city packets. Along the way, we reflect on seasons of theater ministry, the grit of church planting, & the little production choices —light, sound, sightlines— that communicate care. The conversation widens with his recent trip to Nigeria. Joy over 4-hour worship services & bold preaching lives alongside grief over increasing persecution — reports suggest around thirty Christians are killed daily in the north. We talk honestly about the difference between scrolling past headlines & committing to pray, & we ask for more than protection: we ask for conversion, the kind that turned Saul into Paul. If you’ve been hungry to see Scripture with fresh eyes, to remember why excellence in the arts serves the church, & to let prayer shape action, this one’s for you.

Pastor Steve Reynolds, Lead Pastor: Capital Baptist (website) • Capital Baptist (Facebook) • https://pastorstevereynolds.com/ Pastor Steve's Books: • Bod4God • Get Off The Couch • Taking God To Work • The Healthy Renegade Pastor: Abandoning Average in Your Health and Wellness • Wise Up!

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"What if the generation everyone called distracted is actually laser-focused? Today we sit down with family pastor, Marc Crabtree to trace a hopeful shift among 18–27-year-olds who are done with hype and hungry for truth."

From frank conversations on sexuality, suicide, and same‑sex relationships to the thorny overlap of faith and politics, Marc shares how a young adult community can hold the line on Scripture while learning to love people with courage and care. The surprise isn’t their outrage—it’s their appetite for depth and their refusal to be patronized. That appetite is changing how they’re taught. Instead of gimmicks, Marc walks them through hermeneutics—how to read the Bible with confidence—so discernment grows and fear fades. We talk about moving from milk to solid food, why disagreement isn’t hate, and how transparency from leaders builds real trust in a post‑COVID world of media mistrust and shifting definitions. The aim isn’t to win arguments but to shape resilient disciples who can navigate culture without being shaped by it.

We also step outside the classroom into the community. Marc's church, GraceWay Bible Church, converted a former 7‑Eleven into an outreach center offering ESL classes, GED prep, and a relationship‑based food pantry that prays with every guest. Even in “affluent” suburbs, many families live one emergency away from crisis. Meeting practical needs with presence opens doors for the gospel and restores the church to its historic role: caring for neighbors, strengthening families, and forming character at home rather than outsourcing it to institutions.

Anchored by stories of calling and vocational joy, this conversation invites you to rethink church as both a classroom for truth and a workshop for love. Subscribe, share with a friend who cares about the next generation, and leave a review with one takeaway that challenged you—what “solid food” are YOU ready to pursue this week?

Marc Crabtree - Assistant Pastor, Young Adults & Families, GraceWay Bible Church: https://gracewaybc.org/who-we-are/our-team/
Listen to Pastor Marc's Powerful Testimony (click underlined links below):
Ep 106: Awakening the Soul - Embracing Redemption (Part 1)
Ep 107: Awakening the Soul - Embracing Redemption (Part 2)

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"Whether you’re a grandparent, a parent still learning to speak your heart, or a mentor to kids who see you as family, this conversation gives you tools to capture meaning in ink and pass it forward with grace."

We share how simple “love letters” can carry faith, values and identity across generations, and why churches can turn this practice into a culture of healing communication. Pastor Mike Morgan, of Shiloh Baptist Church, and Louise Cole, of Family Legacy Connect, show practical ways to write, store and share letters that become mirrors and anchors for family.

• love letters as a tangible family legacy
• grandparents, parents and mentors as mirrors of identity
• communication as healing, forgiveness and relief
• stories as carriers of values and faith
• church vision to “empower family” quarterly
• practical rhythms for writing, saving and gifting letters
• integrating Scripture and testimony without performance
• honoring ancestors and documenting prayer-filled history

To find out how to bring "Love Letters" to your church/ community or learn how to future-proof your legacy, please contact Louise Cole:
• https://www.familylegacyconnect.com/contact or
• [email protected]

Love Letters: https://www.familylegacyconnect.com/loveletters
Family Legacy Connect: https://www.familylegacyconnect.com/

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"Have you ever wondered if your faith journey has produced visible evidence of transformation? Would there be enough evidence to "convict" you of being a Christian if your life was put on trial? We will explore this today!"

Pastor Teddy, a.k.a. Fred D. Kenney, Jr., explores the concept of authentic faith and what it means to "walk worthy" of our calling as Christians. Drawing from personal experiences and Scripture, he challenges listeners to examine whether their lives show evidence of spiritual transformation or merely religious formality.

• Upcoming "harvest tour" with performances scheduled throughout the Northeast including Virginia, DC area, New York and New Jersey
• Story of how Reverend Mike Morgan from Shiloh Baptist Church provided spiritual guidance about fasting at a crucial time
• Announcement of Louise Cole's presentation on family stewardship at Shiloh Baptist Church
• Exploration of Ephesians' teaching on walking worthily of our calling in Christ
• Discussion about how many people claim Christianity without showing evidence of transformation
• Examination of what it means to be God's "workmanship" (poíēma; ποίημα; poy'-ay-mah) and how our lives should reflect His ongoing work

The Lord bless you and keep you, the Lord make his face to shine upon you and be gracious to you, the Lord lift up his countenance upon you and give you peace. ~ Numbers 6:24-26

Event at Shiloh Baptist Church, Manasquan, NJ

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"What happens when you ditch your phone and truly focus on prayer? Today, we look at the transformative power of undistracted communion with God in this compelling episode of Plays on Word Radio."

Pastor Teddy shares about the upcoming Genesis 'JOE' play tour in the Northeast & reflects on the power of prayer as the foundation for effective ministry. He emphasizes the importance of focused, intentional prayer without distractions, comparing it to meeting with someone of great importance.
• Genesis 'JOE' tour coming to the Northeast US in October including New York, New Jersey, & Virginia/DC area
• Prayer is essential for ministry — riding "a wave of prayer" versus ministering in your own strength
• Avoid bringing your phone into prayer time — prevents distractions & maintains focus
• Pray both defensively (asking for help) & offensively (interceding for others)
• Scripture instructs us to "pray without ceasing" (1 Thessalonians 5:16-18)
• Peter's miraculous prison escape in Acts 12 demonstrates the power of corporate prayer
• Speaking prayers aloud puts them "on record" with God & against enemy schemes
We have another tour coming up, so please pray that the Lord would go before us & that people would come to know Christ through our ministry. If you'd like to learn more about Plays on Word Theater or see our upcoming schedule, visit playsonword.org. Check back often for our new website coming soon! We'll be performing Genesis 'JOE' in October, along with 2 other special shows, & 'CHRISTMAS JOE' performances already booking up for the holiday season! To Help support upcoming tours financially, please visit: https://playsonword.networkforgood
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"Last week we shared our white-knuckling adventures down the mountain road that kicked off our North East tour. Today we continue the adventure debrief of that tour!" Teddy and Katie share their recent ministry tour experiences across North Carolina, New Jersey, and New York, highlighting how God protected them during a harrowing mountain drive and opened doors for ministry at multiple churches.

• Surviving a treacherous mountain drive, with no guardrails, that tested their faith
• Visiting Quaker Street Bible Church in Delanson, NY, where they performed the 'PETE' Play
• Connecting with Pastor Geoffrey Ekstein at Bethlehem Community Church and experiencing a warm reception
• Performing on the Ocean Grove Pavilion boardwalk despite challenges of an outdoor venue
• Reflecting on the importance of giving invitations during performances, inspired by D.L. Moody
• Celebrating special moments like when a boy named Andrew participated in the feeding of the 5,000 scene
• Reuniting with original Plays on Word team members and longtime supporters across multiple venues
• Experiencing God's faithfulness in bringing people to decision for Christ at almost every performance

Quaker Street Bible Church: https://www.facebook.com/p/Quaker-Street-Bible-Church-100064469751520/
Bethlehem Community Church: https://bccdelmar.org/
Ocean Grove Camp Meeting Association: https://www.oceangrove.org/
Trinity Tabernacle of Gravesend: http://www.trinitytab.com/
Brick Presbyterian Church: https://brickpresby.com/
Calvary Chapel of Monmouth County: https://www.facebook.com/CCMCNJ.org

'PETE' @ Trinity 08/15/25: https://www.youtube.com/live/CQwiEmzsEKs?t=969
The French Market: https://www.thefrenchmarketnj.com/
We have another tour coming up, so we need you to be in prayer about it. If you want to get a personal update and/or would like to get our newsletter with photos from this tour, reach out to Katie through the links below. If you'd like to learn more about Plays on Word Theater or see our upcoming schedule, visit playsonword.org. We have Genesis 'JOE' performances coming in October and 'CHRISTMAS JOE' performances already booking up for the holiday season! Plays On Word Newsletter Sign Up - https://playsonword.dm.networkforgood.com/forms/newsletter-sign-up To find out more about our program and access additional resources, visit our website at https://playsonword.org/calendar.html. Check back often for our new website design coming soon! To support this and upcoming tours financially, please visit: https://playsonword.networkforgood

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"Have you ever faced a situation so terrifying that it woke you from sleep in a cold sweat? That's exactly what happened to Pastor Teddy on our recent ministry tour."

Fred and Katie Kenney share a powerful testimony of God's peace during a harrowing mountain descent in North Carolina, where they experienced the real-world application of Philippians 4:6-7 in the face of genuine fear.

• Embarking on a Northeast tour with Plays on Word Theater
• Performing at Mountain Top Youth Camp in Pinnacle, NC
• Navigating a treacherous single-lane mountain road with a heavy trailer
• Experiencing overwhelming anxiety when faced with descending the steep mountain in rain
• Reaching out to church members for specific prayer
• Making the conscious choice to stand on God's Word despite fear
• Feeling supernatural peace and even physical "downward pressure" during the descent
• Learning the difference between believing in God versus believing God
• Understanding that God's promises aren't academic but practical for real-life situations
• Recognizing that anxiety is conquered through prayer and petition

If you'd like to learn more about Plays on Word Theater or see our upcoming schedule, visit playsonword.org. We have Genesis 'JOE' performances coming in October and 'CHRISTMAS JOE' performances already booking up for the holiday season!

Pilot Knob Inn Bed & Breakfast - https://www.pilotknobinn.com/
Mountain Top Youth Camp - https://www.mountaintopyouthcamp.org/
Faith Over Anxiety Down Mountain Video - https://youtu.be/QLg6EohVn9I

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"What happens when personal tragedy and transformation become the foundation for authentic ministry? James and Melissa Pinto's story answers this question with raw honesty and profound hope."

James and Melissa Pinto, of Trinity Tabernacle of Gravesend, Brooklyn, share their powerful testimonies of finding faith through personal tragedy and transformation. Their journey from congregants to church leaders reveals how God uses our darkest moments to prepare us for ministry and outreach.

• Melissa found faith at age 13 after losing her mother to illness, learning that "ultimate healing is heaven"
• James was saved in 1995 after witnessing his father's dramatic transformation from drug addiction through Christ
• The Pintos balance ministry and family life with eight children at home, emphasizing family as their primary ministry
• They prioritize rest and self-care through implementing lessons from the Thrive Leadership Foundation Retreat for Pastors
• Trinity Tabernacle celebrates 100 years of ministry, beginning as the first Italian Pentecostal church in Brooklyn
• Current focus includes community outreach and potential church planting in neighboring communities

Please pray for Trinity Tabernacle's upcoming outreach on September 6th at Lady Moody Triangle and their vision to plant a new church in a neighboring community.

Trinity Tabernacle of Gravesend Website: http://www.trinitytab.com/
Trinity's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TrinityTabernacleOfGravesend/
Trinity's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@trinitytabernacle7584
Scripture Bakery (Melissa's Bakery! - Check her out online/ DM to order):  https://www.instagram.com/scripture_bakery/?igsh=YXRtOW5mZ2h2ZHpm#

'PETE' @ Trinity 08/15/25: https://www.youtube.com/live/CQwiEmzsEKs?t=969s

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"What happens when God uses a series of personal crises to redirect your path and purpose? Pastor Geoffrey Eckstein's continuing powerful testimony reveals just how God did it in his life."

Pastor Geoffrey Eckstein shares his transformative journey from pursuing business success to embracing God's call to ministry through a series of personal crises that led to complete surrender.

• The reward for obedience is deeper obedience - God gives us more opportunities to be faithful when we first respond to His call
• God is the only contractor who uses broken tools - our weaknesses showcase His power and glory
• Small deviations (just one degree off) in our spiritual direction can lead us drastically off course
• Trials often bring us to the end of ourselves so we learn to trust God completely
• During difficult times, keep your eyes on the Shepherd rather than obsessing over the enemy's schemes
• The world doesn't need Christians to be mirrors of culture but lights in darkness
• Exegetical preaching through entire books ensures teaching the whole counsel of God

Visit Bethlehem Community Church near Albany, NY or connect with Pastor Geoffrey Eckstein through the links in our show notes.

Pastor Geoff's email: [email protected]
Bethlehem Community Church: https://bccdelmar.org/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BCCdelmar/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bccdelmar

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