This Awkward Life

Ryan Brister wanted to be a soul winner above everything else.

Several years ago, he started a Bible study in a tire shop and began preaching in local churches that were outside his Apostolic faith. During that time he was also youth leader at Pine Grove Pentecostal Church and head chaplain at a correctional facility.

He felt the call to evangelize, but all the doors seemed to be shut. He continued to work in the field God had given him. And just when he was immersed in the work at Pine Grove, that’s when God opened the doors to evangelize.

We talked about soul winning, church growth and how to build a lazy boy recliner.

Overcomers are often defined by the challenges in their lives that they conquer.

My friend Daniel Sisterson is one of those people.

He spent his formative years raised in a cult, and survived a devastating ATV accident at sixteen years old that left his left arm completely paralyzed.

Through it all, he has maintained his love for God, and continues to develop his calling by hosting Bible studies both face to face and online, and ministering in churches.

His desire is to advance and grow the kingdom of God from his home church in Buford, GA, and he is the latest guest on my podcast.

Hey ya'll! My first solo show in a couple months. Just me rambling in my studio closet today. I appreciate all the feedback and support. More interview this month. Stay Tuned.

I know of no job that constantly asks as much as that of a law enforcement officer.

At any moment, these proud men and women could be asked to fulfill the role of not only an officer of the peace, but also the role of medic, lawyer, counselor, chaplain or defender.

The challenges they face can be brutal, but also rewarding. I sat down and talked with officers Eric Quick and RJ Bell about their daily routines, things they’ve seen on the job, and the power of the Holy Ghost.

Samantha Thrash served six years in the Mississippi National Guard and even sat on a former Iraqi dictator’s throne; but her fondest “tour” was that of a teacher in the public school system.

She recently resigned from teaching to stay at home with their newborn baby girl. Listen in as we talk about her experiences in the Army, in the public school system, and in the church.

About two years ago, our church was faced with a huge dilemma. Our longtime minister of music was retiring.

Faced with the possibility of losing our choir, we looked inward and found a group of extremely talented and eager people, ready and willing to step in. One of those people was Lauren Morales.

I got an opportunity to sit down with her and talk about that transition, the importance of mentorship, and the true use of Walmart plastic bags.

Cody Thrash is one of the most detailed young men I know. A former 10 year veteran of the Army, he sat down and talked to me about his experience in Iraq. He and his wife, Samatha, were deployed at the same time. They came home and started a family. Although things were fine at first, His Rock and Roll lifestyle, drinking and partying began to have an effect on their marriage. But isn't it just like God to step in and begin to straighten things out? Yes, it is.

Cody and Sam have become strong leaders in our Church, leading youth prayer meetings, teaching Bible studies, and singing in the choir and praise team. 

He is currently back in college seeking a degree in Addiction Counseling. I hope you enjoy this episode.

Every time Jason and I sit down and talk Art, Songwriting, Comedy, Personal and Spiritual Growth, and Randomness, I always leave those conversations, wishing I had recorded them. So, when I began thinking about bringing guests on the podcast, Jason was the first person on my mind.

I hope the listeners enjoy my talk with him and check out his social media links. He also has a new song he has written and it has been released on the new Ernie Haase & Signature Sound album. The song "Overcome" is absolutely wonderful.

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If we are not careful we can reach the point where we think everything is about us. About our blessing and how God can best bless us. I hope I can learn that it isn't about me. When I have had enough, somebody else just now getting started.

It's amazing how fast a person can be labeled a god or devil. Sometimes it happens within a few hours or minutes. I hope you enjoy my latest episode.