In the world of church planting, is it truly about numbers, buildings, and visible success, or something deeper? Dr. Stephen Leston offers a revolutionary approach: first love people, then make disciples, and then form those disciples into local churches. In this episode, the missionary and trainer shares the wisdom and personal stories compiled in his book, "From the Ground Up."

Dr. Leston frames discipleship as a lifelong journey, not just a moment of conversion or teaching doctrine. This conversation is filled with practical strategies that guide church planters to build vibrant communities starting with deep, personal connections.

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How do you reconcile natural selection and evolution worldviews with creationism and intelligent design? Author Robert L. Hilton joins us to discuss "The Book on the Shelf," a study that fearlessly tackles the big questions.

Robert examines archaeological evidence, dives into the origin of an imperfect world, and explores the idea of random selection versus intelligent design.

This conversation is an invitation for intellectual honesty, offering readers clarity by confronting the foundational conflicts often avoided in modern discourse.

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Dr. Charles A. Taylor is a nationally recognized author, speaker, and consultant whose work has profoundly shaped the understanding and celebration of Juneteenth across the United States. In this episode, the acclaimed author and advocate shares the inspiration behind his latest work, “Juneteenth: The Promise of Freedom.”

Dr. Taylor discusses his lifelong mission to honor the legacy of freedom and resilience, providing a deep historical perspective and a call to action for the future.

This conversation weaves compelling narrative with actionable insights, bridging the gap between history and modern social justice movements.

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When faced with an unimaginable diagnosis, how do you find faith and inner strength? We're joined by speaker and author Juliet Nkiruka Uzoma to discuss her memoir, "Flowers of Courage."

Juliet shares how her journey through breast cancer became a profound exploration of personal fortitude, guiding her from a place of weakness to one of power. This conversation will inspire you to face your own challenges with an unbreakable spirit and a renewed sense of purpose.

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Could a distant continent hold the key to healing a grieving heart? In this episode, Author Tami Loehrs discusses her book, “Africa . . .Table for One,” and shares how a transformative journey through Africa began to restore her soul after the devastating loss of her husband.

She recounts extraordinary encounters with wildlife, including a profound connection with the gorillas that touched her spiritually and physically. This conversation is an engaging look at how nature can illuminate the darkness within.

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Imagine a family torn apart, with brothers fighting on opposite sides of the same war. In this episode, we talk with author Scott Anderson about his novel, "The Scott Boys," a Civil War story inspired by actual events.

Scott shares the powerful story of the Scott family in East Tennessee, where one brother fights for the Southern Cause while four others join the Union Army to fight against slavery. This conversation explores the complex loyalties and devastating conflicts that put brother against brother.

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Veterans give everything they have to defend America—and their voices deserve to be heard. We sit down with veteran and author Shelly V. Chaney about his memoir, "Invisible Wounds: The Great Lie."

Shelly uses his own story to shine a light on the invisible wounds and systemic challenges that far too many service members face when transitioning back to civilian life. This conversation is a deeply personal and informative look at the challenges faced by those who have given everything for their country, offering a clear voice to the unspoken truths of service.

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We sit down with author TrimTab to discuss her powerful book, “Objection Overruled: Discovering Your Purpose on Purpose.” TrimTab shares how she navigated a past filled with trauma and scattered memories to finally reject the lies that convinced her she wasn't called for greatness.

This compelling conversation, filled with action-packed faith and powerful insights, challenges you to accept the truths of God's love and step into the purpose waiting for you.

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