Bob Critteneden

Dr. Joe Savage, Director of the University of Mobile Center for Leadership and Executive Dean of the School of Christian Ministries at the University, discussed matters of free speech and living a life of conviction, even in the midst of culture where there are agendas that run contrary to a Christian worldview perspective. There is a new Facebook page: www.facebook.com/umonenationundergod.

Dr. O.S. Hawkins, President of GuideStone Financial Resources, discussed some of the topics covered in the book of James in the Bible, related to his book, "The James Code: 52 Scripture Principles for Putting Your Faith into Action." Learn more at www.oshawkins.com.

Rachel Alexander, Senior Editor for The Stream, gave a status report on the 2016 Presidential race, including the third Republican debate (CBNC), the only Democrat debate (CNN), and other news surrounding politics. Learn more at www.thestream.org.

Founding Pastor of Calvary Chapel in Albuquerque, NM, Skip Heitzig, discussed some of the principles that he relates in the book, "Defying Normal: Soaring Above the Status Quo," incorporating principles from the life of Daniel. Learn more at www.defyingnormalbook.com or www.skipheitzig.com.

In a conversation recorded before the Casting Crowns/Lauren Daigle concert in Columbus, GA, Lauren discussed her Dove Awards experience (she won 3 GMA Dove Awards), as well as the background of the song, "First," and the impact of "How Can It Be." Her website is www.laurendaigle.com.

Lisa Rose, Director of Church and Community Ministries for the Montgomery Baptist Association, shared about the collection day for new toys for the annual MBA Christmas Toy Sale on November 30, 2015 6:30am-6:00pm at Heritage Baptist Church. Learn more through the Montgomery Baptist Association Facebook page. The Association website is www.mgmbaptist.org.

Kim Trobee, Content Creation Specialist for CitizenLink, a public policy partner of Focus on the Family, discussed some aspects of the GOP debate on CNBC on October 28, 2015, and commented on the situation in Washington state, in which a high school football coach was suspended due to his prayer activity following games. The CitizenLink website is www.citizenlink.com.

GMA Dove Awards: Kirk Franklin, The Isaacs, Tedashii, Brian Courtney Wilson; also, Mark Batterson, Angelia Waite, John Burke, Haley Halverson, Melissa Henson

Craig Groeschel, Pastor of Life.Church, approached the use of social media from a Christian perspective, in a conversation centered on his book, "#struggles: Following Jesus in a Selfie-Centered World." Learn more at www.life.church.

Mark Batterson, Lead Pastor of National Community Church in Washington, DC, discussed material related to his book, "If: Trading Your If Only Regrets for God’s What If Possibilities." You can learn more at www.markbatterson.com or www.ifbook.com.