Bob Critteneden

Jimmy DeYoung of "Prophecy Today" discussed a number of news items from the Middle East in light of Biblical prophecy, including: the celebration of Jerusalem Day, a meeting in the U.S. to which a number of Arab leaders were invited, a new Iranian presence in the Gaza Strip, and more. The Prophecy Today website is www.prophecytoday.com.

Former music producer, now author and speaker Ken Mansfield, discussed some elements of his life in the music business and some of the musicians he encountered. He shared about the concept of the book he co-wrote, entitled, "Rock and a Heart Place," offering redemption stories of a number of people affiliated with the music industry. Learn more at www.kmansfield.com.

Rachel Alexander, Senior Editor for the website, TheStream.org, discussed 3 candidates that had recently entered the Republican Presidential race: Ben Carson, Carly Fiorina, and Mike Huckabee, examining various aspects of their challenges and appeal to evangelical Christian voters. Learn more at www.thestream.org.

Ken Blanchard, the founder of the Lead Like Jesus organization and co-author of the original book, "The One Minute Manager," discussed some of his faith perspective and gave an overview of the content of "The New One Minute Manager," that he and Spencer Johnson have co-written. Learn more at www.newoneminutemanager.com. The Lead Like Jesus website is www.leadlikejesus.com.

Dr. Gil McKee, Senior Pastor of First Baptist Church of Tuscaloosa, shared his perspective on challenges the institution of traditional marriage and the resulting threats to religious liberty. This conversation occurred prior to a conference for pastors on "Marriage and Religious Liberty" on May 14, 2015. The church's website is www.fbctuscaloosa.org.

Worship leader, songwriter, and producer Vernon Hill discussed his background and shared his heart for worship. He has released an album called, "Songs from His Presence." Learn more at www.nonrevchristianmusic.com.

Gregory and Marina Slayton, Tricia Goyer, Carrie Daws, John Lennox, Joe Amaral, Kirk Cameron

Bruce Hausknecht, Judicial Analyst for Focus on the Family, discussed a number of legal issues impacting Christians, including the oral arguments concerning so-called same-sex marriage before the U.S. Supreme Court and the implications, a court ruling in favor of a T-shirt printer in KY who would not print shirts for a gay pride parade, and more. The website is www.focusonthefamily.com. The CitizenLink website is www.citizenlink.com.

Jerry Newcombe, Senior Producer for D. James Kennedy Ministries and "Kennedy Classics," shared material relative to the faith perspective of Thomas Jefferson. He has co-written a book, with Dr. Mark Beliles, called, "Doubting Thomas?: The Religious Life and Legacy of Thomas Jefferson." Learn more about the book at www.doubtingthomasbook.com.

J.C. Derrick of the Washington Bureau of WORLD Magazine and WORLD News Group discussed some aspects of Medicaid funding in the Affordable Care Act, as well as a new report by the U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom. Learn more at www.worldmag.com.