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Solo artist, singer/songwriter, and author Mike Donehey (formerly lead singer of Tenth Avenue North) shares about his latest book Grace in the Gray, A More Loving Way to Disagree. Grace in the Gray reveals how to focus on the person standing before you more than the argument set against you. He is also the author of the best selling book, Finding God's Life for My Will, and hosts "Chasing the Beauty" Podcast. You can learn more about Mike's books, music, and latest album "Flourish", and his podcast by visiting mikedonehey.com.

Author of Moving Forward with Grief, Michelle Moore shares her journey navigating through the loss of her 16 year old son, Joshua. She takes listeners on a transparent & relatable journey jam packed with truth & practical tools for anyone walking through grief. You can find Michelle’s bible study, Moving Forward with Grief, along with her other bible study, A Race Well Lived, at faithfulhomebiblestudies.com and by visiting her blog: witheyesonthecross.com

Award winning singer songwriter Colton Dixon shares his heart on navigating life in marriage, being a dad, and living out his calling as a singer and songwriter. He shares his inspiration behind his latest hit song “Build a Boat” and how obedience is key in helping him grow in his faith. A two-time winner of Best Contemporary/Rock Album of the year, Colton has racked up two No. 1 radio singles. Many know him from finishing 7th on Season 11 of American Idol. But he has made a name for himself through his music with several hit songs from his albums “A Messenger” and “Anchor”. You can learn more about Colton by visiting his website at coltondixon.com.

NOTE: This episode contains sensitive material not meant for little ears. The mixed messages about sex in Christianity can be confusing and often harmful. Christy sits down with Brandi K. Harris, a Licensed Professional Counselor and Marriage and Family Therapist to discuss Brandi’s most recent book, The Truth About Holy Sex. Her insights, resources, and practical applications will help followers of Jesus increase intimacy and develop deeply satisfying sex. You can learn more by visiting Brandi’s website: www.ittakesabreath.com.

Singer/Songwriter Hope Darst, known for her popular songs “Peace Be Still,” “Promise Keeper,” and “Set Free,” opens up and takes us on an up close and personal journey through her own struggles, doubts, fears, questions, and God’s faithfulness through it all. You can learn more about Hope by visiting her website at hopedarst.com.

Dr. Lina Abujamra, author, speaker, Bible teacher and medical doctor, dives into her own personal journey of wrestling with God through her doubts, fears, and pain. In the near deconstruction of her faith, she was forced to navigate some of her darkest moments grappling with questions such as: Where is God in my pain? Is this how Christians are supposed to act? Why did my story end this way? Is this the normal Christian life? Why is it so hard for Christians to love? Her latest book, Fractured Faith is the telling of that journey. Listen in as Dr. Lina gets honest and real about encountering her own Fractured Faith. You can learn more about Dr. Lina Abujamra by visiting her website livingwithpower.org.

At the age of 17, Michela Fields found herself in a web of manipulation and emotional narcissistic abuse. Always on the run, hiding from family and friends, and far away from her home country, she was forced to trust the only person she knew, her narcissistic husband. This is Michela’s brave story of living in confusion, pain, and turmoil for nearly 16 years until freedom and the healing arms of Jesus Christ gave her a new hope and a new life.

Michelle Webster is a part of our KLRC listening family and graciously sat down with Christy and shared about the tragic loss of her daughter Amber. Michelle recounts what happened the day Amber passed away and how God has helped her navigate through the pain and grief. Visit KLRC.com to learn more about Michelle’s story.

Dr. Preston Sprinkle discusses the topic of Transgender Identity answering questions that many are afraid to ask. Dr. Sprinkle is the President of the Center of Faith, Sexuality, and Gender, A New York Times Best Selling Author, biblical scholar and an International speaker. He is considered an expert in the fields of gender and transgender identities as well as topics surrounding the LGBTQ community and biblical theology of sexuality. In this episode, he discusses terms within the realm of gender identity such as binary, non-binary, gender queer, stereotypes, and gender identity vs. biological sex. He also dives into scientific research, sex reassignment surgeries, and medical interventions such as puberty blockers. He shares insightful information on why more and more teens today are questioning their gender and provides resources for parents searching to learn more. His latest book, Embodied, Transgender Identities, The Church, & What the Bible Has to Say is one of over a dozen books he has written.To learn more about Dr. Sprinkle and resources that are available, visit prestonsprinkle.com.

Tamara Picazo and Krystal Deruiter from Episode 3 (Season Two) and Episodes 10 & 11 (Season One) sit down together and answer questions from listeners about their journey of facing a shattered friendship and marriages due to infidelity. Christy facilitates questions sent in from listeners as Tamara and Krystal offer invaluable insight, wisdom, and hope for those who have been involved or affected by unfaithfulness.

Best friends, Tamara Picazo and Krystal Deruiter, face infidelity and betrayal as their friendship is shattered over an affair. Tamara and Krystal sit down together and discuss the pain of betrayal and their individual journeys towards forgiveness and reconciliation within their friendship. With hearts postured in humility and surrender, they opened the door to experience miraculous healing in their individual lives, friendship and marriages. Their raw, open, and honest testimonies give listeners invaluable insight, wisdom, and hope for those who have been involved or affected by unfaithfulness.

Faith Zember discusses the heartache of losing her 15-year-old daughter, Lily Kelly, in a tragic car accident. Lily was a musician, singer, and songwriter who was a strong leader in her faith leaving a legacy of inspiration and hope through her music and her walk with the Lord. Faith shares powerful wisdom that can be applied to all of us walking through the storm and how Lily’s memory continues to impact their community through lilykellyministries.org. Faith also authored the book Unexplainable, The Bible As Applied to Two Ordinary Lives where she interweaves the words of both she and Lily taking readers on a journey of finding hope in Jesus.

KLRC’s Keri Corn discusses her transition out of her 12-year run as morning show co-host and “passes the baton” to Christy Rodriguez (Host of The Brave Place) who will assume the morning show co-host position starting January 11th, 2021. Keri shares the hard and the best seasons of her life and how God has been leading her into this new season as she finishes up her Master’s degree in Counseling. She also shares the importance of staying close to God in dark times and how Christians are all called to be light in the darkness. Keri and Christy both discuss their excitement and gratitude for each other as well as the new journey that God has placed before them.

Holley Gerth, author, speaker, and podcaster of More Than Small Talk Podcast (KLRC) discusses her latest book The Powerful Purpose of Introverts: Why the World Needs You to Be You. This fun interview between Christy the extrovert and Holley the introvert highlights the unique differences of extroverts and Introverts and explains how we become one or the other. Holley discusses the biological ways we're wired, her own personal journey as an introvert, the struggles introverts face as well as the strengths they bring to the table. Listeners can find Holley at HolleyGerth.com.

Suzanne Eller is an author, speaker and podcaster of More Than Small Talk Podcast (KLRC). In this episode she discusses her latest book, JoyKeeper. Taking us behind the scenes into her personal life, Suzie shares the struggles of facing her daughter’s cancer, her own cancer, and her son’s personal battles, and how the deepest, most sustaining joy is birthed out of sorrow. She gives listeners practical tools on confronting joy stealers and learning how to be a JoyKeeper. Listeners can find Suzie online at Suzanneeller.com.

Jason Jenkins, author at Men Sharpening Men, shares biblical wisdom and truth on being a husband and a father. He also discusses the power behind true discipleship and how to mentor men who are seeking help and spiritual growth. Jason and his wife, Amanda, have been married for 23 years and have 2 children, Emma and Nolan. Originally from West Monroe, Louisiana, they have lived in NW Arkansas for 3 years. Jason’s passion is helping men understand their purpose in life as they embrace truth, love, give, and make disciples who go make disciples. Listeners can contact Jason by going to www.mensharpeningmen.com.

Jason Jenkins, author at Men Sharpening Men, takes us on his personal journey as a husband in a marriage that was on the brink of divorce and how God began to shape and mold him as a man turning him into a true disciple of the Word. He offers wisdom on several topics including the trap and dangers of pornography and explains true intimacy from a biblical perspective. Jason and his wife, Amanda, have been married for 23 years and have 2 children, Emma and Nolan. Originally from West Monroe, Louisiana, they have lived in NW Arkansas for 3 years. Jason’s passion is helping men understand their purpose in life as they embrace truth, love, give, and make disciples who go make disciples. Listeners can contact Jason by going to www.mensharpeningmen.com.

In November of 2016, Laura Beck, at the age of 26 was in a car accident that changed her world as she knew it forever. She found herself entering into her new life as a quadriplegic. In this episode Laura takes us through her heroic journey of facing the harsh realities life can bring and inspires listeners with her beautiful story of strength, resilience, character, and perseverance. Her husband, Jacob, also visits with us sharing his journey as a husband and caregiver and how this experience has changed him and impacted his marriage with Laura in the most beautiful ways. Laura is a gifted artist and impacts countless lives with her popular Instagram page Laura Grace Beck.

Jennifer Watson is the author of Freedom! The Gutsy Pursuit of Breakthrough and the Life Beyond It, co-host of “More Than Small Talk Podcast”, and an Image Consultant for the breakthrough you need in life and business. Jennifer shares her powerful story of how God took her from an insecure perfectionist to a secure woman in Christ who is ready to face trials head on. She gives us specific tools on breaking through our baggage and turning our pain into purpose. She discusses how to fight that “inner mean girl”, face our fears, and refocus our mindset into achieving a gutsy life of Freedom.

Heidi Tankersley, a wife, mom, author and motivational speaker, takes us into the powerful world of self-discipline. She shares valuable tools on how to tackle life’s most overwhelming tasks and how self-discipline is more than just changing behaviors and habits, but it’s about freeing our true authentic selves and discovering the limitless potential that lives within all of us. Heidi is the author of the fiction book series, The Mod Code, and the nonfiction book, Overcoming Colitis: Alternative Therapies for Crohn’s Disease, Ulcerative Colitis, and other Bowel Disorders. You can read more about Heidi and her books at heiditankersley.com.