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Dr. Marc Newman of Movie Bible Study discussed some of the plot elements, as well as the spiritual content relative to the new movie, "The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug". Find out more at www.moviebiblestudy.com.

Rick Johnson, founder of Better Dads and author of the book, "A Man in the Making: Strategies to Help Your Son Succeed in Life", discussed the disturbing cultural phenomenon known as the "Knockout" game, what causes young men to participate in it, and some prospective Biblically-based solutions. Learn more about the ministry at www.betterdads.net.

Daniel James Devine, reporter for the WORLD News Group, discussed two topics about which he had written recently for WORLD: 1) the new 2nd Vote app, reflecting how retailers and manufacturers stand on issues and causes, and 2) some aspects of the NSA controversy. Learn more at www.worldmag.com.

Mark Holmen, Founder of Faith @ Home, a movement devoted to strengthening families and encouraging parents to live out their faith in their homes, discussed some of the Biblical principles that he is devoted to reinforcing. This conversation was recorded at the Fatherhood CoMission Summit in Rome, GA at the WinShape Retreat Center. Learn more at www.faithathome.com.

Jimmy DeYoung of "Prophecy Today" related information about news from the Middle East in light of Biblical prophecy, including the announcement of a plan to move forward with the Red-Dead Project, the absence of Israeli leaders at the Nelson Mandela memorial service, an update on the Israel-Iran situation, and more. The website address is www.prophecytoday.com.

Mike Nawrocki, Executive Vice-President of Big Idea Entertainment and voice of Larry the Cucumber, and Adam Young of Owl City discussed the new VeggieTales release, "Merry Larry and the True Light of Christmas". Owl City collaborated with TobyMac for the song, "Light of Christmas" for the project. Learn more at www.veggietales.com.

Bob Waliszewski, Director of the Plugged In department at Focus on the Family, discussed current films from the perspective of family-friendliness and pointed out some films he's anticipating. Plus, he talked about the importance of parents taking steps to protect their kids, as well as communicating with their children about entertainment choices. This conversation took place at the Fatherhood CoMission Leaders' Summit in Rome, GA. Learn more at www.pluggedin.com.

Author, speaker, financial planner, and life coach Guy Hatcher discussed some concepts relative to building a legacy, as he explores in his book, "Your Future Reflection: How to Leave a Legacy Beyond Money". Learn more at his website at www.guyhatcher.com.

From the Fatherhood CoMission Leaders' Summit in Rome, GA, two of the leaders of Live the Life, President & CEO Richard Albertson and Vice-President Richard (Rick) Marks, discussed their organization's purpose and some of the ways that they work to strengthen families. Learn more at the website at www.livethelife.org.

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