Larry & Steffan discuss the work they are doing to meet the needs of people in Baltimore and Capetown during this season of COVID. They share with us the practical ways in which they are working while also sharing how God is moving in and through their lives as they meet the growing needs of the people in their communities. God is using this season and things are shifting as a number of new realities emerge. As you listen, you'll learn that the heart of God is the same for all of us no matter where you live, work, and serve. Iron is sharpening iron on this episode. We know you'll be encouraged!

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Russell's dad, Jean Fugett Jr., joins the show from Arizona. Russell & Jean discuss the state of our nation and the future of sports in this season of Coronavirus. Jean gives us his thoughts on when sports might be able to return and he's not optimistic for 2020. They discuss Sports as a microcosm of where we are as a global society and how we can look back to better understand our history so we can learn and be even better as we go forward.

Russell shares his post Easter Sunday thoughts on the state of the American economy. In this context, Russell looks to 1 Corinthians 4:8 and makes a call for humility. In the context of the war analogy in regards to the coronavirus and us being "in this together", Russell ponders how we can truly become a society that leaves no one behind.

Russell interviews his mother, Anne, to discuss where we are now from a spiritual and historical perspective. They discuss what lies ahead for the country and the world and how the church, people of faith, and each of us should respond.

We won't be fine but we will get through this. Russell shares his perspective and some Bible scripture and encourages us to lean in to this time of disruption and to be transformed through prayer and by the holy spirit. We must be transformed so that we in order to endure this season and prosper in the seasons ahead.

Russell reflects on his interactions with the late Hall of Fame DeMatha High School Basketball Coach, Morgan Wootten. He then shares his memories of Kobe Bryant and how his life and death has impacted him as a black man and #girldad.

Russell makes an announcement about a new assignment and shares how God has shifted his heart and perspective in regards to his entrepreneurship and faith journey.

Russell recaps his trip to South Africa and shares why its a New Frontier for him. He then spends the last 5 minutes sharing on how he is having patience in the pivot (times or seasons of transition). Russell's book, "Patience Perseverance Prayer" is now available for purchase at Amazon.com!

I discuss fatherhood in light of some recent events in sports. I also discuss my trip to South Africa as part of a private business delegation.

A few thoughts and 3 lessons I've learned recently in the context of this Thanksgiving/Christmas season. I think we all can use a bit more forbearance with family, friends, and the pressures of this time of year. I hope what I share offers some useful guide posts.