Sharing Life Changing Lives

In this episode, we welcome Josh Wade, who grew up in our congregation and now serves as the youth minister at the 9th Avenue church of Christ in Haleyville, Alabama. Josh joins his dad, Bill Wade, and Robert Hatfield for a warm, honest conversation about what it was like growing up in a loving church family — and how that experience continues to shape his faith, his ministry, and his gratitude for Christian community today.

Releasing the day before Thanksgiving, this special episode brings you pure joy, energy, and heartfelt honesty as the kids of our congregation share what they’re thankful for this year. Their gratitude—simple, sincere, and often delightfully surprising—reminds us of Jesus’ invitation to receive the kingdom with childlike hearts.

In this episode, you’ll enjoy:

• Thanksgiving gratitude lists from our children, full of sweetness, humor, and genuine appreciation
• Encouraging insights from our Kids Ministry, shared by coordinator Kara Darety
• A look at the impact and purpose of our Kids Ministry, and how it helps shape young hearts for Christ
• An uplifting reminder that thankfulness is often most powerful when heard through the voices of little ones

As you prepare for Thanksgiving, let this episode warm your heart and lift your spirit. The gratitude of our children—and the dedicated ministry that serves them—points us back to the goodness of God in beautiful ways.

Thanks for listening, and Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at the Henderson church of Christ!

It’s Thanksgiving season, and today’s episode is a special one! The college students and adults of the Henderson church family have joined together to share what they’re thankful for this year. Their heartfelt gratitude reminds us that God is working in countless ways—big and small—in the lives of His people.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

• Real gratitude from real people—college students, young adults, and seasoned members of our congregation
• A wide range of blessings that our church family is celebrating this year
• Reflections from the Psalms with Robert and Bill, offering Scripture-centered reminders that cultivate thanksgiving in every season
• Encouragement to slow down and intentionally give thanks, even amid the busyness of life

Whether you’re listening during your holiday travels or in a quiet moment at home, we hope this episode helps you pause, reflect, and remember the goodness of God.

Thank you for listening, and Happy Thanksgiving from your friends at Sharing Life, Changing Lives!

In this episode of Sharing Life, Changing Lives, Robert Hatfield and Bill Wade welcome Jason Pierce, who, along with his family, spent nearly a decade living and serving among the warm and faithful people of Fiji. Jason shares stories from their years of missionary work—what daily life and ministry looked like, the joys and challenges of cross-cultural service, and how God’s Word continues to grow and bear fruit in the Pacific Islands.

Now back in the United States, Jason serves as Missionary in Residence at Freed-Hardeman University, helping equip and encourage the next generation of mission-minded Christians. In this conversation, he reflects on what he learned about faith, dependence, and community during his time overseas—and how those lessons continue to shape his ministry today.

In this episode, Robert sits down with Matt Wallace, a devoted husband, dad to two young children, and faithful Christian who worships with the Henderson church of Christ. Matt joins the conversation to talk about why the church still matters in a world that often questions its relevance.

Drawing from his own faith journey, Matt shares how the church has shaped him, what to do when the church disappoints us, and why showing up—week after week—still makes all the difference. Together, Bill, Robert, and Matt reflect on how Jesus designed His church to be a family, a place of healing, and a launching point for serving the world.

Episode Resource:

• [VIDEO] Matt's class: "Does the Church Matter?"

Watch the video of this episode below.

How do we plant God’s Word deep in the hearts of children? In this episode of Sharing Life, Changing Lives, Robert Hatfield and Bill Wade sit down with Kim Scott, retired educator, longtime Bible class teacher, and current professor at Freed-Hardeman University, where she teaches Teaching the Bible to Children.

With wisdom from both the classroom and the church, Mrs. Kim shares insights about how children learn, what makes Bible teaching powerful, and how both teachers and parents can partner to shape young hearts for a lifetime of faith.

On this episode of Sharing Life, Changing Lives, we’re joined by Wayne and Kristi Parker, missionaries currently serving on the Mediterranean island of Cyprus. Wayne and Kristi share stories of faith, perseverance, and cultural engagement as they discuss what it’s like to live and work in a part of the world where ancient history and modern challenges meet.

In this episode, we sit down with Matt Barker to talk about youth ministry in times of transition—those moments when young people face major changes like moving up in school, navigating family challenges, or stepping into adulthood. As an associate professor of communications at Freed-Hardeman University, Radio Station Coordinator for 91.5 WFHU, a father of two teenagers, and a youth deacon at the Henderson church of Christ, Matt brings a unique blend of academic insight, parenting experience, and frontline ministry perspective.

In this episode of Sharing Life, Changing Lives, Robert and Bill sit down with Jared Gott, one of the youth ministers at the Henderson church of Christ in Henderson, Tennessee. Together, they explore important truths that every congregation—elders, parents, and members alike—should understand about their young people.

Jared shares from his experience working with teens and families, offering insights into the challenges young people face today, what they need from the church, and how intergenerational relationships can help faith grow. Whether you’re a church leader, a parent, or someone passionate about building up the next generation, this conversation will encourage you to invest more intentionally in your youth group.

What happens when life throws you into a storm you never saw coming? In this powerful episode, Greg and Dawn Hollamon open up about the unexpected journey they faced last year when Greg underwent open heart surgery. From the initial diagnosis to the long days of recovery, they walk us through the lessons they learned—and how their faith anchored them every step of the way.

With honesty and hope, the Hollamons share how God’s peace carried them through fear, uncertainty, and healing. Their story is a testimony to the sustaining power of prayer, community, and trust in God’s plan—even when it looks different than expected.