Bob Critteneden

Jimmy DeYoung of "Prophecy Today," heard weekdays at 11:55am and Saturdays from 12noon-1:30pm, covered a variety of news items from the Middle East in light of Biblical prophecy, including: commemoration of "Jerusalem Day,", the Pope's visit to the Mideast, Egyptian elections, and concerns over European Parliament elections. Learn more at www.prophecytoday.com.

Best-selling author Francine Rivers shared about how she came to be a Christian fiction author. She also related some information about the plot and themes of her latest novel, "Bridge to Haven." Learn more at her website at www.francinerivers.com.

Joy Brighton, author of "Sharia-ism is Here: The Battle for Control of Women; and Everyone Else", shared her observations about the operation of Sharia law and how instances are occurring not only in the Middle East or other parts of the world, but also in America. Learn more at www.joybrighton.com.

John Croyle, Founder of the Big Oak Ranch in Northeast Alabama, shared about the work of the ministry and highlighted some of the principles outlined in his latest book, "Raising a Princess: Eight Essential Virtues To Teach Your Daughter." Learn more at www.bigoak.org.

David and Jason Benham, Billy and Julie Mauldin, Kirk Elliott, Larry Julian, Dennis Trittin, Stephen Broden, Michael Brown

Dr. Marc Newman, President of Movie Bible Study, provided some analysis of the content and spiritually-related themes contained within current films, "Godzilla," and "X-Men: Days of Future Past." The website is www.moviebiblestudy.com.

Stuart Shepard, Senior Director of Media for CitizenLink, a public policy partner of Focus on the Family, shared analysis and commentary on students' religious expression, recent primary elections, and two judges overturning state marriage amendments. The CitizenLink website is www.citizenlink.com.

Daniel James Devine, reporter for the WORLD News Group, gave an overview of several of his stories for WORLD. One involved an analysis of some of the dangers of marijuana, including its effect on brain function. Another story dealt with new technology involving surveillance cameras. Learn more at www.worldmag.com.

Brothers David and Jason Benham, Christians who work in the real estate business, whose planned television program on HGTV was suddenly cancelled, shared their perspective on the cancellation and its aftermath. Learn more at www.benhambrothers.com.

Dr. Kirk Elliott, known as "America's Financial Doctor," offered a diagnosis of some of the financial challenges that the nation faces, as well as some practical steps for Christians to take spiritually and economically in response to these issues. Learn more at www.americasfinancialdoctor.com.