A conversation about our true identity as believers in Christ and how to walk and abide in that identity in the New Year to come. Joining us is Chris Hodges from Abiding Above Ministries and Dr. Ashley Ray, senior pastor of Old Friendship Baptist Church, Finger, TN.

John 1:5 says, "the light shines in the darkness”. As a former addict and inmate, Danny discovered a fountain of forgiveness and grace in Jesus Christ. In a dark time in Johanna’s life, she too discovered the light of Jesus in the sudden death of her child. Together, the Cosby’s share the power of the Gospel working through Danny’s music ministry, ministry inside prisons, and transforming lives in Uganda where they’ve recently returned.

We visit with members of the cast and crew of “Computer Christmas”, a youth musical drama at Fullview Missionary Baptist Church. This original stage drama and songs were written by a dear friend, Oretha Arnold, and is set for this Sunday December 21st at 1:00 pm. Join us with Sonia Watson, Arts & Drama Director, Mandrill Mc Laughlin, Media and Technical Director, and youth cast member, Gabrielle Lewis and hear their intention to celebrate Christ with you this Christmas!

Meet Dr. Dustin and Amy Sims with Clear Creek Baptist Bible College in Pineville Kentucky. Both, Dustin and Amy met at Clear Creek, graduated, and got married in the campus gazebo by one of their professors. They learned a lot about ministry and preparing for ministry while attending Clear Creek, but nothing could have prepared them for one particular encounter at a church they served. Hear that story and how this college has provided educational preparation for people called of God into Christian service, since 1926.

Dr. Beth Madison a Bonafide Soil Specialist and Professor at Union University. Dr. Madison is an engaging teacher, speaker, and writer. She offers a practical approach to connection with our Lord through the scientific discipline of studying soil. Dr. Madison dives deep into the Christian faith while giving us a new perspective on the majesty of God’s creation.

Greg McCoy the President/Treasurer of Tennessee Baptist Children’s Homes is one of the interviews we did while attending the TN Baptist Summit at West Jackson Baptist Church in Jackson, TN. Greg will discuss the incredible history of the children’s homes, vital role of Christian foster parents, and houseparents’ serving children in family-style homes across the state on three campuses.

It’s our final stop in Branson for the Ozark Mountain Christmas Series with Show #5. Make plans to join us and guests, Michele Delcoure with details about the Christmas celebration at both Dolly Parton's Stampede and Titanic Museum Attraction. Also, Clay and Tina Cooper stop by from Clay Cooper’s Country Express with their Christmas show line-up. They’ll also share what the busy holidays are like being a family of entertainers while remembering the real reason we celebrate. This is the fifth and final show in this year’s Ozark Mountain Christmas series.

Thanksgiving Day Special with award-winning guitarist, comedian, and longtime member of the Gaither Homecoming family, Kevin Williams. Kevin’s 37-year career includes induction into the Georgia Music Hall of Fame and playing guitar for many well-known artists. He’s also founder of the charity, “Kevin’s Kids,” committed to bringing joy, hope, and encouragement wherever he goes. Kevin is coming to Faith Baptist Church – Bartlett on December 5th for a Gaither Homecoming Christmas with Bill Gaither, The Gaither Vocal Band, Mark Lowry, Jeff & Sheri Easter, The Hoppers, Chris Blue, Angie Primm, Lady Love Smith, Gene McDonald, Lynda Randle, Woody Wright, Matthew Holt, and Michael Shade Rowsey.

All aboard for Ozark Mountain Christmas in Branson Series Show #4 on Wednesday with guests Ryan “Elvis” Pelton from Pepsi Legends Theatre to talk about his Elvis Gospel Music Tribute through the holidays, Elizabeth Hughes from the Branson Christmas Coalition with exciting details about this year’s Christmas Tree Tour- scavenger hunt for fun prizes, and Pam Critchfield with Sugar Leaf Bakery, Cafe & Espresso on delicious holiday treats and their famous hot chocolate with homemade marshmallows.

Stephanie Edwards Executive Director at Jubilee Trading Co is our guest. Jubilee is unique, operating as a non-profit organization, partnering with artisans in Morocco, Kenya, and the Dominican Republic. This partnership helps create jobs and a means to provide for their families. She works to intentionally impact marginalized communities around the world. Jubilee Trading Company also has a retail store in Lawrenceburg, TN. You’ve got to hear her story!

It’s time for another trip to Branson on Wednesday for Show Three in our Ozark Mountain Christmas series with guests Angie Skillern from Truth Traveler, where Biblical history comes to life through an immersive experience of thrilling 5D time-travel journey, transporting you to pivotal moments from Eden to eternity, Valerie Coleman from College of the Ozarks, where delicious fruitcakes are made by students who are given the opportunity to receive a tuition-free education and debt-free, founded in 1906, and Madison Horner from Big Cedar Lodge, going all out for the holiday season with ice skating and tubing, over 4 million lights, all embracing the natural landscape of the beautiful Ozark Mountains. Listen WED 11/19 3PM #AM640 #FM100.7 #MemphisRadio or stream live at https://bottradionetwork.com/audio-player/?stream_id=39#v #pastors #ozarkmountainchristmas #Branson #ChristmasInBranson #travel #ChristmasVacation This is the third of five shows in the Ozark Mountain Christmas series.

From the exhibition hall of the Tennessee Baptists’ Annual Summit in Jackson, TN we’ll meet John Robinson General Director for Linguæ Christi, a mission agency spreading the Gospel among the indigenous minority language groups of Europe. These groups include over 165 distinct languages and over 100 million people, from Portugal in the west to the eastern point of Siberia in the east. This is one show among several produced while attending the Tennessee Baptists’ Annual Summit.

We’re back in Branson for Show Two in our Ozark Mountain Christmas series with our guests Brad Thomas from Silver Dollar City, Kristy Adams from The Mansion Theatre, and Pam Critchfield and Monna Stafford with the latest from Back In Time Toys Too along with Branson Ticket & Travel. This is the second of five shows in the Ozark Mountain Christmas series.

Dr. Dan and Dee Henley, founders of the Right Relationship Conference: Hope for Memphis and Beyond are our guests. Dan and Dee both have a heart for healing relationships—helping families, churches, and communities find unity through God’s love. They’ll share details on this November 14th and 15th conference, how to register, and how to obtain one of scholarships being offered to attend.

It’s the first in our Ozark Mountain Christmas in Branson series with Aaron Hall, who portrays “King David” in Sight-Sound Theatre’s David, Live On Stage, Emma Hamilton from Bigfoot Fun Park, voted Missouri’s Best Mini Golf in the state, including exciting escape rooms, and Joey Davis from the Farmhouse Restaurant, a 50 year legacy serving the best food and biggest biscuits in Historic Downtown Branson. This is one of five in the Ozark Mountain Christmas series

On this edition of Sponsor Spotlight our guests include Leslie Sawyer from Silver Creek Senior Living Community, Rob Tragarz from Pro-Lift Garage Doors, and Genell Holloway from Larry E. Crum & Associates.

Luke Layton McLaurine, Jr. graduated from advanced bombardier training and was grouped with the pilot and copilot prior to the rest of the crew joining them. McLaurine had taken navigation and gunnery training including operation and repair of the turrets. The ball turret gunner was a highly technical duty plus it necessitated the gunner be small in stature. Luke tells the story of becoming a POW in Stalag 11 after their plane was shot down over Germany. He was taken by train to Frankfurt with his crew and four other captive Americans after bailing out of his Consolidated B-24 Liberator heavy bomber on 16 November 1944. He recalls the grueling marches he and other POWs were forced to do by their captors to avoid Russian and American soldiers. Luke, originally from Memphis, TN, ran his parents’ bakery, McLaurine’s Bakery, upon returning from the war.

Todd Nettleton, the Chief of Media Relations and host of The Voice of the Martyrs Radio is our guest. For over 25 years, Todd has traveled the world meeting with persecuted Christians, telling their stories, and helping believers in free nations stand with them in prayer, advocacy, and action.

Erin Zimmerman, a gifted filmmaker and the director of the powerful documentary film series Oracles of God, produced by CBN Films. This series explores the divine origin, faithful preservation, and enduring authority of the Bible—from the ancient manuscripts to the modern translations we read today.

Dr. Michael Spradlin, President of Mid-America Baptist Theological Seminary is our guest. Dr. Spradlin talks about Mid-America’s commitment to the inerrancy of Scripture, global evangelism, and equipping students to serve Christ in the local church and around the world. He shares the noticeable increase in online students at both Mid-America College and Seminary levels. He also provides details on their move to Arlington, Tennessee after the recent sale of the Appling and I-40 property.