Craving a fresh perspective as we begin a new year? Join Jordan Teeny from our SPIRIT 105.3 sales team and Erica for an inspiring conversation about his trip to Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park in California... and what he downloaded from the Lord under the gentle giants.

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As the new year begins, many of us feel that familiar pull to start fresh—yet we're reminded that real hope doesn’t come from resolutions or perfect plans, but from turning our attention back to God. Through prayer, fasting, and grounding ourselves in Scripture, we’re invited to clear out the noise and make space for the kind of renewal only He can give. It’s an honest look at placing our confidence in Jesus when life feels uncertain and trusting His promise to lead us into a future shaped by grace. With a vision that reaches from personal growth to community impact, it sets the tone for a year anchored in steady, enduring hope.

Click PLAY for a fresh dose of hope, perspective, and encouragement to start your year grounded in God’s steady grace.

"Hope is the thing with feathers that perches in the soul and sings the tune without the words and never stops at all."  -Poet Emily Dickinson

Hope. Peace. Joy. Love... we're lighting advent candles on the radio today with a dear friend, CHRISTMAS SPIRIT 105.3 artist Jason Gray. How do you find hope, peace, love, and joy when your son is diagnosed with Leukemia for the second time? Right before Christmas? Join Jason and Erica to reflect on the Source of all those things... and how it's possible to find each one, no matter what, because of Jesus Christ.

Press PLAY to reflect on the true meaning of Christmas... Jesus, the God of hope, peace, love and joy.

He composed Noel (He is born) while brushing his teeth! Tommee Profitt is an award-winning composer, artist, songwriter and more.... but I call him the talented human behind the good chills I get while listening to his music. His album, "The Birth of A King," is spine-tingling and soul-reaching. I love playing Tommee's collabs with other amazing artists for you on Christmas SPIRIT 105.3. The way they honor and lift up the Name of Jesus is AWESOME. Get to know Tommee today on the radio!

Press PLAY for company while you bake Christmas cookies!

You are Loved, E

• NOEL: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qDyA9W9CaeQ

• O Holy Night https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OsfGJuugPUk

"The insults are flying like Santa's reindeer..." - 🙂 Prob my favorite line from "Dysfunctional Family Christmas Is Here," the latest holiday hit from Matthew West. It's time to exhale and remember that no family is perfect. Make a peppermint mocha and take a breather today. Join Matthew and me for a REAL chat about how we all put the FUN in dysfunctional and the hope of Christmas and slowing down... and other good stuff.

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You are Loved, E

• SONG: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=voOQKRkRPmc

She has sung her way into our hearts this Christmas with her soulful voice and heartfelt message. Are you just loving "Hallelujah He’s Here?!" Press PLAY to get to know Katy Reynolds today on the morning show!

The floods have done their worst... now our community is doing its BEST! Join our dear friend Pastor Jesse and Erica for a conversation about finding help and hope after the floods... and in any situation this holiday season.

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After the lions, tigers, and bears go to sleep at Woodland Park Zoo, the Christmas animals wake up! Join Gracelynn from the zoo in Seattle, and Erica for a fun convo about Wild Lanterns!

Press PLAY to find out how you can hang out in a snow globe!

Ready to roar with some behind-the-scenes magic? Aaron Nelson, the powerhouse understudy for The Lion King at the Paramount, spills all the wild and wonderful details of life on stage.

What makes his story even more powerful is how his faith fuels every performance—he sees the stage as a place of worship, inspired by Psalm 9:2 and dedicated to his kids, Aiden and Autumn.

Click PLAY for a joyful mix of theater magic, family love, and faith-filled passion that will leave you smiling and inspired!

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GUEST: Aaron Nelson, Understudy for Lion King
EVENT: Lion King at the Paramount Theatre, now through January 4th
WEBSITE: https://www.stgpresents.org/events/disneys-the-lion-king/ 

Take a listen to how Karen told the kids about their Christmas Blessing!!