The Edge

Stephanie and Bill are back with another episode of TheEdge, packed with faith, fun, inspiration, and a few surprises!

Could The Edge Live be coming to YOUR prison unit? We'retaking you through our upcoming schedule of prison visits through September 2027, sharing where we're headed and what you can look forward to when wearrive!

But that's just the beginning!

❤️ Love, Marriage, and God'sDesign: What does a godly relationship between a husband and wife really look like? We explore Ephesians 5 and what Scripture teaches us about love, respect, sacrifice, and commitment.

📅 The Edge Live on the Road: Find out which prison units are on our schedule and whether yours might be one of them!

😂 A Little Laughter:What's an episode of The Edge without some fun? We've got a prank you won't want to miss!

An early Christmas gift: Mary Did You Know? cover by 2 MadeNew!

🏀 Pistol Pete Maravich'sTestimony: Discover the powerful story of one of basketball's greatest legends and the faith that transformed his life.

❓ Where Does God Come From? It's a question that has puzzled people for generations. We explore how to respondto this challenging question from a biblical perspective.

🐾 And Just When You ThinkWe're Finished... Brodie, Sugar, and Da zzle make a special appearance to help us close out the show!

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Bringing hope, encouragement, and the love of Jesus Christto those behind bars and beyond.

Chronic pain can be invisible to everyone around you, butfor the person living with it, the struggle is very real.

Tre9 and his wife Amanda join Bill and Stephanie for an openand personal conversation about living with chronic pain. Both Stephanie andAmanda know firsthand how pain can affect nearly every part of life, limitingwhat you can do, changing plans, draining you emotionally, and sometimesleaving you feeling misunderstood by the people around you.

The conversation also tackles the stigma surrounding chronicpain and its treatment. What happens when friends question how bad it reallyis? When pharmacists make you feel judged because of your medication? Or wheneven treatment providers seem skeptical of something they cannot see?

If you live with chronic pain, love someone who does, orhave ever struggled to understand what someone else is going through, thisconversation offers an important reminder: just because you can't seesomeone's pain doesn't mean it isn't real.

Robert Hawkins is back on The Edge, and you know what that means! Great music, inspiring stories, plenty of laughter, and a few surprises along the way!

This time, Robert brings along his music director, Brandon Fitzpatrick, to join Bill and Stephanie for a conversation about their recent visit to the Hughes Unit in Texas, where they brought music, encouragement, and the message of hope and recovery to incarcerated men.

We also take a look at our respective fundraising galas, sharing photos, memorable moments, and a behind-the-scenes glimpse of the people and partnerships making these ministries possible.

And there's plenty of music! Robert shares an exciting new remix of his popular song Serenity Prayer and gives us a special preview of his upcoming single, We Coming Up.

Of course, it wouldn't be a Robert Hawkins episode without some hilarious surprises! You'll enjoy another of Robert's unforgettable public pranks, exclusive behind-the-scenes footage, and even a full meeting of The Recovery Gathering from Atlanta, bringing the message of recovery, faith, and transformation directly to you.

Whether you're watching from a prison tablet or tuning in from the outside, this episode is packed with reminders that your past doesn't have to determine your future, recovery is possible, and God is still changing lives!

Real People. Real Stories. Real Hope.

The Edge is a production of Biblical Truth Network (BTN Studios) and Less Than The Least Ministries, sharing faith, encouragement, and the transforming power of Jesus Christ with incarcerated individuals and audiences everywhere.

Can God restore a family that has been torn apart byaddiction, incarceration, and painful choices? And can the very experiencesthat nearly destroyed a family become the foundation for helping others?

In this inspiring episode of The Edge, Bill andStephanie welcome Mike and Kim Tice, a husband and wife whose remarkablejourney is filled with heartbreak, unexpected turns, second chances, and God'samazing grace.

Their story also has a surprising connection to The Edgepodcast, one that reminds us why reaching people behind prison wallsmatters.

You'll discover how their experiences inspired Kim toestablish Kingdom Konnex, a faith-based nonprofit dedicated to servingchildren with an incarcerated parent.

With a mission of "Bridging Hearts. Healing Lives.Breaking Cycles.", Kingdom Konnex is working to bring hope, healing,and joy to children who too often bear the consequences of choices they nevermade.

What does it take to rebuild trust, rediscover faith, andturn yesterday's heartbreak into tomorrow's hope?

Join us for a moving conversation about family, forgiveness,redemption, and the incredible ways God can use our most difficult experiencesfor His glory.

Sometimes the most powerful testimonies come from theplaces we least expect.

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Bringing hope beyond prison walls.

In this episode of The Edge, we sit down with MichaelEtcheson, founder of C.R.E.A.M. Coffee, which stands for Christ Rules Everything Around Me, for a conversation about incarceration, faith, vision, purpose, and refusing to let your circumstances determine the size of your future.

The vision for C.R.E.A.M. Coffee was actually born whileMichael was incarcerated in TDCJ and participating in the Prison Entrepreneurship Program (PEP). What began as an idea behind prison walls would eventually become a luxury specialty coffee company with a mission to make a difference far beyond the cup.

Michael also talks candidly about how, long beforeincarceration, he had limited his own potential based on what he saw around him. Looking back, he puts it this way: “I put myself in a box. The box that was created for me was so much larger than the one I put myself in. Maybe I was just sitting in the corner.”

For anyone watching from inside a prison, those words carrya powerful message. Your upbringing, your environment, your mistakes, your race, your circumstances, and even the walls surrounding you today do not have to determine what God can do with your tomorrow. Sometimes the boundaries weaccept for ourselves are much smaller than the possibilities God has placed before us.

Today, C.R.E.A.M. Coffee combines premium specialty coffeewith purpose, partnering with nonprofit organizations working to restore hope, strengthen communities, and create second chances.

Michael's story is living proof that incarceration doesn'thave to be the end of your story. It can be the place where God begins showing you what the next chapter could become.

Your circumstances may put walls around you. They don't putwalls around God's purpose for your life.

Three words in 2 Timothy 2:15 can completely change the way you read this verse.

Diligent. Workman. Accurately.

Why did Paul choose those words? What did they mean to Timothy? And what do they mean for us today?

In this Truth in Focus episode of The Edge, Bill takes a closer look at these three key words by exploring their original Greek meanings and the powerful picture they paint for every follower of Christ. You'll discover why God calls us to be diligent in our study, what it means to be a workman approved by God, and what it really means to handle the Word of Truth accurately.

If you've ever wanted to move beyond simply reading the Bible to understanding it more deeply, this episode is for you.

Watch and see.

Scripture Focus: 2 Timothy 2:15

The Edge exists to bring bold truth, real impact, and the hope of Jesus Christ to people both inside and outside prison walls.

What happens when a man takes full responsibility for hispast and completely surrenders his future to God?

In this powerful episode of The Edge, Matthew Handyshares his remarkable story with honesty and humility. He doesn't minimize hismistakes or shift the blame. Instead, he openly discusses the addiction, poorchoices, and consequences that nearly destroyed his life.

Matthew describes the moment he reached his own edge, made adecision to follow Christ, and began rebuilding his life on biblicalprinciples. That decision didn't simply change his future. It changed the livesof countless others.

Despite having no formal higher education, Matthewrecognized serious gaps in the behavioral healthcare system. Fueled by faith,determination, and a desire to help others avoid the path he once traveled, hefounded Harmony Grove Behavioral Health Services, a JointCommission-accredited treatment facility serving the Houston area.

Matthew also hosts the My Last Relapse podcast, wherehe continues to tackle the difficult conversations surrounding addiction,recovery, and lasting transformation.

In this episode, you'll hear about:

This is a story of redemption, responsibility, and theincredible things God can do through a life that is fully surrendered.

Where transformation happens.

What happens when you put a master guitarist on The Edge, throw in a Texas thunderstorm, a few curious dogs, and a power outage? You get one memorable episode!

In this special conversation, Bill and Stephanie sit down with Mark Zabel of Mark Z Guitars to talk about music, guitars, life, and the lessons he's learned through decades of playing and teaching. Whether you're a seasoned guitarist or just starting your musical journey, Mark shares insights that can help you become a better player and musician.

Along the way, our resident canine co-hosts Dazzle, Sugar, and Brodie make a few appearances as a major thunderstorm rolls through the area. The weather eventually wins a round when lightning knocks out the power, but the conversation continues after the lights come back on!

Bonus Content Included!
Mark also provides an exclusive guitar lesson, teaching viewers how to play "Heaven" by Los Lonely Boys. To make it even easier to follow along, we're including the TAB with this episode.

In this episode:

• Mark's musical journey and guitar philosophy
• Advice for guitar players of all skill levels
• Favorite gear, techniques, and lessons learned
• Thunderstorms, power outages, and unexpected podcast moments
• Dazzle, Sugar, and Brodie's special appearances
• Bonus lesson: Heaven by Los Lonely Boys
• Get TABs here: https://tinyurl.com/2s3c7c2a

If you love guitars, music, great stories, and a little behind-the-scenes chaos, this is an episode you won't want to miss.

What happens when success, money, and laughter still leave you empty?

In this powerful conversation, comedian, author, and speaker Jeff Allen joins The Edge to share the story behind his book Are We There Yet? My Journey from a Messed-Up to Meaningful Life. Known for making audiences laugh across America, Jeff opens up about the struggles that nearly destroyed his marriage, his battle with addiction, and the life-changing encounter with Jesus Christ that transformed everything.

Along the way, Jeff challenges us with five important questions:

• What defines me?
• What do I value?
• What are my expectations?
• What voices am I listening to?
• Where does my hope lie?

With his trademark humor and honesty, Jeff shares insights about faith, identity, purpose, and the difference between simply believing in God and truly trusting Him.

Whether you're struggling with addiction, searching for meaning, rebuilding relationships, or simply wondering if there has to be more to life, this episode offers encouragement, laughter, and hope.

Guest: Jeff Allen
Book: Are We There Yet? My Journey from a Messed-Up to Meaningful Life
Tour: My First "Final" Farewell Tour

The Edge Podcast: Where Transformation Happens.

What if the hardest season of your life became the very story God uses to encourage someone else?

In this inspiring episode of The Edge, Bill and Stephanie sit down with author, speaker, and ministry leader Courtney Dailey to discuss her book God Stories and the powerful ways God continues to work in the lives of ordinary people.

From witnessing God's provision in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene to seeing lives transformed through faith, Courtney shares real stories of hope, perseverance, healing, and redemption.

If you've ever questioned whether God is still moving today, this conversation will remind you that He is still writing stories of grace, one life at a time.

🎙️ Guest: Courtney Dailey
📖 Featured Book: God Stories
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