Education Team Lead Geoff Johnson joins us for a show that is designed to help you prepare your Shelby database so that it is lean, clean and ready for 2013. Geoff shares five of his Top 10 Year-End Tips in part one of this two part video podcast. Discover the best practices that can make for a smooth and stress-free transition into the new year. Support Manager Chris Benson drops by with timely information on new tax tables, program updates, and announcements from Shelby Systems. Make sure you watch the closing where Geoff explains how his young adopted daughter, Destiny, has changed his attitude about the Christmas season.

John “Bull” Bramlett was the meanest, hardest hitting man in professional football. Until he found the only peace that could calm his rage. This fall, Flashlight Media Group releases a film that introduces a man who forfeited the world in exchange for his soul and discovered a life worth living. Film producer Grant Guffin joins us to share this amazing story of redemption and faith. John and Nancy Bramlett drop by to encourage you to take your family and friends to see this inspirational film. The star-studded cast includes: Joe Namath, Tony Dungy, Bob Griese, George Klein, Jim Kiick, and many others. Don’t miss this moving account of a man’s journey from the depths of depravity to the heights of a life transformed by God’s love.

We ran into Wayne Watson just before his concert at Faith Baptist Church in Bartlett, TN. Wayne has an incredible 23 #1 hit songs, a dozen Dove Awards, and was recently inducted into the Christian Music Hall of Fame. Discover what inspired him to write 1991's Song of the Year: Home Free, how he felt during his performance on The Tonight Show, and enjoy as he sings the chorus to one of his favorite songs. And then stay tuned to learn how you can see Wayne Watson live in your home town!

The very first Arena.Core Developer Conference was a huge success! This conference is dedicated to better equipping developer ministries to work within their churches. Experience the inspirational opening speech from our President/CEO Frank Canady, discover the subjects that were addressed by an incredible line-up of facilitators, get a glimpse of community development of the product during Show and Tell, and then be inspired by Mike Gold's closing prayer where the programmers’ talents are dedicated to ministry work.

Steve Hewitt, editor-in-chief for Christian Computing Magazine, joins us for a discussion of What's Hot in 2012, Cool Stuff that is coming soon, Not Cool Stuff, and the Really Not Cool Stuff. Make sure you listen to the end of the show where Steve goes on his annual rant. This time about Google Auto Complete. It's a wake-up call for all Christians. This is our anniversary show. Thanks for supporting ShelbyPODCAST for the past 5 years!

ISC 2012 in Memphis, TN was awesome! If you weren't able to attend or you would like to relive some of the best moments, just view this brief video presentation. Listen to the soulful sound of Billy Rivers and the Angelic Voices of Faith, hear Michael Hyatt's inspirational keynote speech on the heart of a leader, take a trolley to Beale Street, and be inspired by the Memphis-style praise of Kevin and Bethany Paige. Get a glimpse of ISC 2012 and see what the excitement is about!

Dan Busby, president of the Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability, is one of our most popular speakers at International Shelby Conference. Join us as Dan explains which classes he will be teaching this year, what's happening on Capitol Hill that concerns ministry workers, learn about the free materials available by attending his class, and get an update on his grandson Daniel. Also make sure that your financial person listens to Dan's top 3 financial tips for 2012!

Shelby Systems has been partnering with Orange Mound Outreach Ministries for over 2 years to help reach out to unchurched youth in our hometown of Memphis, TN. Rev. Reginald and Mrs. Mary Tucker join us to discuss their vision for OMOM, their mission, the activities they offer, their partnership with Shelby Systems, and the positive results that they are now seeing in the community.

Memphis has had a rich history of iconic musicians over the years: Elvis, Jerry Lee Lewis, Johnny Cash, Carl Perkins, and Isaac Hayes just to name a few. Today one of Memphis’ most popular bands is Kevin and Bethany Paige. We are very excited to have them as our worship leaders at this year’s International Shelby Conference June 13 - 15 in Memphis, TN. Let’s take just a moment and get to know them a little better.

Events Manager Karen Bishop joins us today to talk about ISC 2012 scheduled for June 13 - 15 in Memphis, TN. In this short video production, Karen will tell us about this Karen’s exciting keynote speaker, the worship and praise leaders, who should attend the conference, special speakers and classes, why we chose Memphis, and we will discuss the venue and activities that are close by. Make sure you watch the conclusion for a chance to meet Karen’s very special assistant.