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Life doesn't always turn out the way we planned. But what if God's greatest work in us happens when life takes an unexpected turn? Join me on today’s Mid-South View Point #radioshow for a powerful conversation with award-winning Christian songwriter and recording artist Laura Story, recorded LIVE before an audience at the 2026 Getty SING! Conference. Laura shares how her family's journey through unexpected hardship reshaped her understanding of faith, surrender, God's sovereignty, and what it really means to be blessed. Her message is a timely reminder: We're not hoping in God changing our circumstances. We're hoping in God, period! Discover the heart behind her new book, So Long, Normal, on this special edition of Mid-South View Point

Bethany Henry, Area Coordinator for Operation Christmas Child shares the incredible mission behind those familiar Christmas shoeboxes. Shoebox gifts are reaching children in more than 100 countries. Every child receives an opportunity to hear the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Hear Bethany's personal journey, the power of prayer behind this ministry, how a simple gift can open doors to share the Gospel, and how YOU can get involved this Saturday, November 7th, at the Chick-fil-A at Wolfchase (off Highway 64 and Germantown Parkway). Get your official Operation Christmas Child shoebox now, fill it with toys, school supplies, hygiene items, and a handwritten note, and drop off this Saturday 10 AM to 1 PM at Chick-fil-A at Wolfchase. Operation Christmas Child RiverCity team will greet you with balloons for the kids and a coupon for a free Chick-fil-A sandwich. Our area's goal: 17,500 boxes. National Collection Week runs November 16–23 at drop-off sites across Collierville, Cordova, Memphis, Moscow, Oakland, and Marion, AR. Full list of sites, hours, and how to pack available at Facebook group Operation Christmas Child River City. Questions, or want Bethany to speak to your group? [email protected].

hear from two of our sponsor partners, Colin Smith of Humbug Holiday Lighting on making your home the brightest on the block this Christmas season, plus Diane Kimbro, Your Insurance PI, on Medicare Open Enrollment and finding health coverage that fits your budget. Humbug Holiday Lighting provides commercial-grade, custom-cut displays, professional install and takedown, free color changes year to year, and even a candy cane pattern if you're feeling festive. Book early November for the best dates. Diane Kimbro, Lady Di, Your Insurance PI talks about Medicare Open Enrollment running October 15 through December 7, she explains why you should review your plan every year, what to gather before comparing options, and how she helps individuals, families and businesses find coverage that won't break the bank. For a complete list of all our sponsor partners visit our website at https://bottradionetwork.com/station/640-am-memphis-tn/

What happens when thousands of believers gather around the power of music, the truth of God’s Word, and a passion to share the gospel? Find out on this special Getty Sing 2026 edition of Thursday’s Mid-South View Point with Natalie De Boer and Laura Schmidt of Moody Bible Institute exploring 140 years of preparing believers to stand firmly on Scripture and take the gospel to the world. Hear how one mother’s campus visit helped her daughter discover her calling, how Bible training is reaching people who cannot read, and how missionary pilots are carrying God’s Word into places others cannot reach. Then, the conversations keep going! Meet the creative minds behind Bedtime with the Sheep’s, bringing Bible stories to life for children; discover inspiring Bible editions and devotionals from Thomas Nelson; learn how Mission Honey turns a taste of Africa’s harvest into support for Maasai education, medical care, and gospel outreach; and hear two Wisconsin attendees explain why Getty Sing is sending them home renewed and ready to serve.

What if your morning coffee, daily commute, household chores, and even life’s most painful moments could become opportunities to encounter God in a deeper way? On this episode of Mid-South View Point, host Byron Tyler sits down with Douglas McKelvey and John Lowery of Every Moment Holy at the 2026 Getty Sing Conference in Nashville. Discover how prayers, liturgies, poetry, and songs can help believers recognize God’s presence in the everyday rhythms of life. Douglas and John share how these resources are shaping families, helping the grieving find words when sorrow leaves them speechless, and teaching children that worship extends far beyond Sunday morning. Hear the powerful story of a father clinging to Psalm 23 during a medical emergency involving his daughter, and learn how a simple, Scripture-centered prayer can redirect our hearts toward God. This conversation offers a beautiful reminder that no moment is too ordinary for His presence, and no season is beyond the reach of His grace.

What does it mean to live with nothing to hide? Mid-South View Point welcomes Alex Constantino of Accountable2You to discuss digital purity, accountability, and finding freedom from hidden struggles. Discover how the gospel, honest relationships, and intentional digital boundaries can help Christians pursue integrity in an always-connected world. Recorded live at the 2026 Getty Sing! Conference in Nashville and part of the *Conversation Corner* interview series.

Dr. Chuck Herring reflects on more than 40 years of ministry—including nearly 25 years as pastor of Collierville First Baptist Church. From leaving a successful high school coaching career to answer God’s call to preach, to navigating seasons of growth, challenges, family, and faith, Dr. Herring shares the lessons God has taught him along the way. Now, at age 69, God is calling him to a new assignment: helping guide his church through the transition to its next pastor. Hear a powerful conversation about following God’s calling, trusting His timing, leaving a legacy, and putting your “yes” on the altar.

What happens when technology is intentionally designed to serve the church—not replace ministry? On this episode of Mid-South View Point Aaron Stewart brings a powerful conversation about faith, technology, leadership, and the mission of the Church from the 2026 Getty SING! Conference in Nashville, TN. Aaron shares the remarkable 20-year story behind Planning Center, how technology can reduce the administrative burden on pastors and volunteers, the importance of keeping people—not programs—at the center of ministry, and how AI can be used thoughtfully to help churches serve more effectively. He also shares lessons about following God into the unknown, building something with a long-term mission, and the unexpected ways God has used Planning Center to impact churches around the world.

Dr. Bartholomew Orr, Senior Pastor of Brown Missionary Baptist Church, and Synnamon Taylor, Associate Director of Adult Education and Coordinator of the Contending for the Faith Conference discuss this year’s theme, “Just Do It! — John 2:5,” the power of simple obedience, what it truly means to contend for the faith, and what believers can expect at Contending for the Faith November 3–5, 2026 at Brown Missionary Baptist Church South Campus — Southaven, MS. Registration is open at thecontendingconference.com. The question is simple: When God speaks, will you do it?

What happens when a gift God placed in your life decades ago seems to disappear—only to return when you least expect it? From the 2026 Getty SING! Conference in Nashville, TN we talk with artist and educator Jeanine Fons Siebold, whose extraordinary story is one of faith, perseverance, suffering, beauty, and God’s timing. Jeanine trained classically in Fine Arts and once had gallery sponsorship in Boston. Then, for more than 50 years, she set her art aside. But about a year and a half ago, she says the Lord “resurrected” that artistic gift—and what emerged was a deeply personal expression of Scripture through what she calls liturgical Scriptural Art.

Kim Endraske, Program Director and Ken Nippert, volunteer teacher for Lifewise Academy in Collierville talk about the growing Lifewise movement in Collierville, Germantown and across Shelby County. Lifewise Academy provides Bible-based character education to public school students through release-time religious instruction—bringing students off school property to participating churches during the school day with parental permission. Kim and Ken share what drew them personally to Lifewise, the growing partnership among local churches, the need for volunteers and bus drivers, and the remarkable ways God has opened doors as the program has expanded.

Dr. Michael Ellis (Pastor Mike), Senior Pastor of Impact Baptist Church in Frayser, 21-year Navy veteran, and author of the new book Mike-isms: A Collection of Faith-Filled Wisdom. From dispelling misconceptions about Frayser's vibrant 200-year history to sharing the heart behind the Impact Baby Store that recently served over 100 pregnant women and young families, Pastor Mike reveals what it means to serve without expecting return. He discusses the "We're Better Together" initiative uniting law enforcement, faith leaders, and neighbors; offers marriage wisdom from 43 years with his wife Angela; and reflects on the challenge to "finish well"—plus the hard-won lesson that your character should change people, not the other way around. Tune in to hear how Impact Baptist Ministries is transforming a community through consistency, humility, and unconditional love.

What happens when Christian’s step outside the church walls and take the Gospel directly into the streets? On Wednesday’s episode of Mid-South View Point, Pastor Greg Sukert of Central Church in Collierville shares powerful lessons from a recent mission trip to New York City, where a team from Memphis partnered with a local church to reach people in Manhattan and the Bronx. From handing out 1,000 backpacks and sharing the Gospel in one of New York’s most impoverished communities to a remarkable “divine appointment” with a man desperately searching for peace with God, Greg reveals why evangelism must be more than an occasional mission trip—it must become part of the everyday life of the church. The conversation also explores the importance of follow-up and discipleship, engaging a culture that has walked away from Christianity, defending the truth of Scripture through apologetics, and Greg’s three-hour conversation with a Mormon apologist. Why do some people reject Christianity? How can believers confidently engage Muslims, Mormons, skeptics, and those who have abandoned the faith? And what does it look like for the church to faithfully carry the Gospel into its community? The mission trip isn't over. The mission is every day.

On this episode of Mid-South View Point, we sit down with Dwight Smith of Victory Gospel Crusade for an inspiring conversation about revival, evangelism, family, and a life devoted to following God’s call. Dwight and his family travel across the United States and internationally in a 5th wheel, ministering in churches, youth camps, and tent crusades with a passion to see lives changed and communities awakened to the Gospel. Dwight shares what life on the road is really like, the vision behind their ministry, and memorable stories from recent crusades and events. We also talk about their time at East Side Baptist Church with Pastor Finley Cutshaw and what it means for families to pursue ministry together. In this episode, you’ll hear about: • The realities and rewards of traveling full-time in a 5th wheel for ministry • Why revival and evangelism still matter today • Stories and lessons from the road and recent tent crusades • Their ministry visit to East Side Baptist Church • How families can respond together to God’s call • What it means to follow God wherever He leads

On this episode of Mid-South View Point, we talk with Pastor Shun Abram of Binghampton Community Church and Director of the Memphis Ministry Center about a ministry focused on being a refuge for hurting hearts and a source of hope for families in need. The Memphis Ministry Center brings churches, community partners, and believers together to address real needs with compassion and a long-term vision. From after-school programs for vulnerable children to helping immigrants enter the workforce, the ministry is committed to building relationships and finding practical solutions that reflect the love of Christ. In this conversation, we explore: • The vision behind the Memphis Ministry Center • What it means to be a refuge for hurting hearts • Building strong local partnerships to serve the community • Supporting vulnerable children through after-school programs • Helping immigrants navigate the workforce • How churches and individual believers can get involved • Responding to community needs while advancing the Gospel