The Mike Gilland Show

A serious student of American History, Dr Jerry Newcombe came to Coral Ridge years ago to work with the late D. James Kennedy. Together, they wrote several books and produced some amazingly helpful resources for their church and the Body of Christ as a whole. One of Dr. Newcombe's passions is the Thanksgiving Story, and he shares on that today.

Kelsey Pritchard kept tabs on all 10 states who had abortion rights amendments on their ballots. Of those, three states - including Florida - rejected such amendments, and Kelsey shares on the reasons why those three states were victorious in turning away those ballot initiatives. Kelsey is part of the Pro-Life organization "Susan B. Anthony Pro-Life America."

Kevin McGary is an author and leader, having co-founded "Every Black Life Matters." Kevin returns to AWM and talks about the outcome of the Nov. 5th election, and what it means for America. Also, the leader of Dad Talk, Eric Carroll shares the story of his life, and the lives of dads who have been impacted through divorce.

He took his first missions trip as a teen, joining a group who served on a domestic trip in the U.S. But after he encountered God as a young adult, everything changed with his passions, including a strong addiction to drinking. Displacing all of that in his heart was a love for Jesus, and His missions work, and today Jason Baugh has a part-time business that funds his many trips each year.

Commander John B. Wells, US Navy Retired, offers thoughts and expectations on the changes coming for America under a second Trump presidency. Also, a film director named Brian Sanders makes his first appearance on AWM, with a new film in hand called "Why Stand With Israel." Finally, a return visit with the leader of Prosperity 101 - Linda J. Hansen, as she returns to talk impact on business that she sees coming with a new administration.

This conversation took its own path! Alex and Mike talk about a mutual love - guitars. Plus, they do get into a few more weighty subjects as well. But, as Mike said, it is fun to talk about something that is..."fun." Alex McFarland is an apologist, author and speaker known for his effective ministry on college campuses.

In what turned out to be a landslide victory, former President Donald Trump is the new President-Elect after soundly defeating Kamela Harris. And, in Florida, Amendments 3 (marijuana) and 4 (abortion) also failed to reach the needed levels. Helping to sort out the implications, Dave Zanotti, President of the American Policy Roundtable and host of "The Public Square" joins Mike in this episode.

This election cycle has generated more interest, importance and controversy than any in history. From issues at the Presidential level, to ballot initiatives in Florida, much is at stake, and it all comes down to today. Joining Mike in the studio - Scottie Cahill, Krystal Parker, Jim Subers, and Pastor Andy Searles.

This past Sunday was the International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church, and Ryan Brown from Open Doors US talks about their work with believers who are being persecuted for their faith. Christian Briggs leads Hard Asset Management, INC, and offers thoughts on how the global finance world is greatly anticipating the outcome of the election. Finally, and interview with director Rich Hull and chaplain Jeff Struecker on a new film on veterans.

Millions of voters have already cast their selections for the 2024 ballot. Official election day is Tuesday, Nov. 5 - Public Square host Dave Zanotti returns to AWM to share his thoughts on the most critical issues facing voters...and all of America. If you haven't yet voted, consider listening to this episode before going to the polls.