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Jon is a lifelong US citizen. His neighbor, Fabián, is a Mexican immigrant who has been waiting more than a decade for progress on his US asylum application. As the two men and their families navigate a divided 2026 America, they are awakened to a new sense of their shared humanity and what it really means to love your neighbor. BROTHERHOOD is a cinematic musical with 13 original songs from writer-director Ross Boothe. The film stars Emmy winner Mauricio Martínez and vocalist Casey Elliott. It arrives in select theaters October 9, 2026 Brotherhood Bruce T Davis Ross Boothe Ross Boothe is a music producer known for values-based work that promotes hope and kindness, Ross has collaborated with Sesame Street, the One Voice Children's Choir, The Tabernacle Choir at Temple Square, and The Piano Guys. He is a voting member of the Recording Academy and has directed some 400 short-film projects. He lived two years among Mexican immigrants in South Texas and has taken extended film and theatrical assignments across Mexico, Guatemala, Peru, and Chile. Website Website Press Room Trailer

Set your child up to read the Bible with confidence and curiosity. Featuring the complete text of the readable, easy-to-understand New Living Translation (NLT), the Discovery Bible provides a combination of information, illustration, and inspiring questions to help kids confidently read and enjoy the Bible. Unique to this kid’s Bible are color-coded badges and notes that encourage kids to discover the single story of Scripture by answering the questions: Who is God? What does the Bible say about me? What is God's plan for the world? A First Bible for Kids: The Discovery Bible is designed to help kids ages 8-12 move from Bible storybooks to reading the whole Bible on their own or as a family without feeling overwhelmed. An NLT Study Bible for Kids: Over 200 original hand-drawn illustrations help kids visualize the world of the Bible. Maps show where stories happen, and infographics break down complex ideas, like historical timelines or Old Testament festivals. Kids Devotional Companion: This illustrated Bible includes color-coded boxes for God, Me, and Big Plan reveal guide kids to know God and grow in loving and trusting Him. The Gift That Keeps Mattering: Every child, grandchild, or friend you know will love this Bible. Makes a standout birthday, Christmas or baptism gift, even an elementary school grad gift - it’s the children’s Bible you wish you’d had. Family Bible Study Made Easy: The three theme questions help guide conversations, illustrations spark curiosity, and in-text features provide helpful information. Study Abraham’s family tree, talk through the Parable of the Farmer, or work on a memory verse from our list. Durable Cover Designs: Choose from premium hardcover or three faux leather editions built to withstand daily devotional use and backpack wear. Features: 3 Family Trees 12 Maps 48 Character profiles 66 Bible book intros 84 Infographics 300+ Call-out text boxes 1480 Pages 2-column text in readable 10.5-point type Julie Reynolds Done Bruce T Davis Julie Reynolds Julia Reynolds is the Director of Marketing for Christian Art Gifts, who publishes the Discovery Bible. Website

Follow Allen Ratta deeper into Spiritual Simplicity as he guides us through one of the versions he uses for the Lord’s Prayer. Allen Ratta II Done Allen Ratta Allen Ratta is a pastor, author, speaker, and pioneer in Christian discipleship and spiritual formation. For more than two decades he has served as a lead pastor and ministry leader, helping people deepen their relationship with God and experience authentic spiritual transformation. Allen founded ConnectionPower, an innovative church networking platform that was later acquired by a NASDAQ company. He has trained church leaders across the nation, spoken at conferences and seminars, served in national ministry leadership, and published the PowerGrowth newsletter, which reached more than 67,000 subscribers. He is the author of Spiritual Simplicity: The Great Commandment, the Lord’s Prayer, and the Way Home; The Way Home: A Daily Spiritual Simplicity Journal for Prayer and Intimacy; the Spiritual Simplicity Small Group Leader’s Guide; Making Spiritual Progress (InterVarsity Press); The Optimized Church; and the inspirational novel The Encouragers. Allen’s current focus is helping Christians move beyond spiritual busyness into a life of intimacy with God through a simple, biblical pathway rooted in Jesus’ Great Commandment and the Lord’s Prayer. His Spiritual Simplicity message is helping individuals and churches rediscover the joy, freedom, and transforming power of loving God wholeheartedly, loving others deeply, and abiding daily in Christ. Allen lives in Montana, where he continues to write, teach, speak, and equip believers to experience lasting spiritual renewal. Spiritual Simplicity: The Great Commandment, the Lord's Prayer, and the Way Home is a transformational discipleship resource designed to help Christians move beyond spiritual busyness, religious performance, and information overload into a deeper, more intimate relationship with God. Drawing from more than two decades of pastoral ministry and discipleship leadership, author Allen Ratta presents a simple yet powerful framework rooted in Jesus' two most foundational teachings: the Great Commandment and the Lord's Prayer. The book demonstrates how these teachings provide a practical pathway for spiritual growth, emotional healing, renewed intimacy with God, and lifelong transformation. At a time when many believers feel spiritually exhausted despite unprecedented access to Christian resources, Spiritual Simplicity offers a refreshing return to the heart of following Jesus—loving God wholeheartedly, loving others deeply, and learning to abide daily in Christ. Website

UFOs and GOD takes those questions seriously. Directed by Wes and Amanda Llewellyn and produced by bestselling author Bill Myers, the 90-minute documentary features astrophysicists Dr. Hugh Ross and Dr. Jeff Zweerink, Christian apologist Greg Koukl, and former U.S. Navy radar operator Gary Voorhis (president of UAPx) — alongside theologians, ufologists, and firsthand experiencers — for a thoughtful look at one of the fastest-growing conversations in American faith communities. UFO's and God Bruce T Davis Amanda and Wes Llewellyn Amanda started as a theater kid with many years as a performer, 20 plus years as a make-up artist and hairstylist before becoming a producer and an award-winning screenplay writer.  For 12 years she was a segment producer for dramatic reenactments on the series “Sid Roth’s, It’s Supernatural” with her husband, director Wes Llewellyn.  Amanda and Wes are currently in development for “Struck,” a series about the life of Dr. John Morris intertwined with the account of Noah and the Ark. She and Wes are co-directors of “UFOs and God” documentary releasing September 11,2026. Wes Llewellyn has been a filmmaker in the motion picture industry for over 30 years on hundreds of productions in various positions including Chief Lighting Technician, Director of Photography, Writer, Producer and Director. Wes directed the dramatic reenactments on the popular Christian talk show, “Sid Roth’s It’s Supernatural.” He has numerous awards for his work: an astonishing Three Best Films awards from the 168 Hour Film Festival (CrossWalk 2003, A Good Day 2007, Up in the Air 2009). His two full-length feature films, “The Moment After” and “The Moment After 2: The Awakening” are in distribution with Sony Home Entertainment. Website Trailer

Abuse cases (mental, emotional and physical) are steadily on the rise, especially since COVID. The need to understand the signs and affects on those involved are important for all of us to help those in trouble. Join Veronica Thompson, LCSW and Trauma Therapist and myself as we go deeper into this important issue in our society. Abuse Perspective for Those Abused and Their Helpers Veronica Thompson Veronica Thompson, LCSW, is a trauma therapist, a committed Christian, and a survivor of childhood sexual abuse. She has dedicated more than twenty years to helping children, teens, and families navigate and overcome the trauma of sexual abuse. In her writing and clinical work, Veronica explores the intersection of the Christian faith with the best clinical psychotherapy practices. Veronica earned her Master of Science in Social Work from Columbia University (New York, NY) and minored in law. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Southern Connecticut State University (New Haven, CT). Website Instagram

Across the country, many people are hungry for hope, healing, and a fresh encounter with God. Dr. LaTonya Jones, Ed.D., is carrying that message beyond the walls of the church through The Altar Call Tent Revival, a free revival gathering held at State Fairgrounds throughout the United States. Join us for a deeper look into the Altar Call Tent Revival with Dr. LaTonya Jones as she nears the Altar Call Tent Revival Saturday September 19, 2026 at the Mississippi State Fairgrounds. Altar Call Tent Revival #2 Bruce Dr. LaTonya Jones Dr. LaTonya’s message is rooted in the Word of God, prayer, fasting, and a deep desire to glorify the Father in all things. She can speak to why repentance still matters, why revival is needed in this generation, and how believers can serve their communities with the love and compassion of Christ. Her life also brings a unique perspective to the conversation. Before leading this nationwide revival effort, Dr. LaTonya served as a U.S. Army retiree and combat veteran of Operation Iraqi Freedom, as well as a public official for more than 20 years. Website Free Registration for MS State Fair

Why are so many sincere Christians feel spiritually exhausted despite knowing more about God than ever before? Have we unintentionally made the Christian life more complicated than Jesus intended? Have we lost the difference between knowing about God and experiencing God? Could this be why people who love God sometimes feel so far from Him? How do we rediscover intimacy with Christ and develop lifelong rhythms for spiritual growth and transformation? The answers to these questions and more as Allen Ratta takes us into his new book ‘Spiritual Simplicity.’ Spiritual Simplicity Bruce T Davis Allen Ratta Allen Ratta is a pastor, author, speaker, and pioneer in Christian discipleship and spiritual formation. For more than two decades he has served as a lead pastor and ministry leader, helping people deepen their relationship with God and experience authentic spiritual transformation. Allen founded ConnectionPower, an innovative church networking platform that was later acquired by a NASDAQ company. He has trained church leaders across the nation, spoken at conferences and seminars, served in national ministry leadership, and published the PowerGrowth newsletter, which reached more than 67,000 subscribers. He is the author of Spiritual Simplicity: The Great Commandment, the Lord’s Prayer, and the Way Home; The Way Home: A Daily Spiritual Simplicity Journal for Prayer and Intimacy; the Spiritual Simplicity Small Group Leader’s Guide; Making Spiritual Progress (InterVarsity Press); The Optimized Church; and the inspirational novel The Encouragers. Allen’s current focus is helping Christians move beyond spiritual busyness into a life of intimacy with God through a simple, biblical pathway rooted in Jesus’ Great Commandment and the Lord’s Prayer. His Spiritual Simplicity message is helping individuals and churches rediscover the joy, freedom, and transforming power of loving God wholeheartedly, loving others deeply, and abiding daily in Christ. Allen lives in Montana, where he continues to write, teach, speak, and equip believers to experience lasting spiritual renewal. Spiritual Simplicity: The Great Commandment, the Lord's Prayer, and the Way Home is a transformational discipleship resource designed to help Christians move beyond spiritual busyness, religious performance, and information overload into a deeper, more intimate relationship with God. Drawing from more than two decades of pastoral ministry and discipleship leadership, author Allen Ratta presents a simple yet powerful framework rooted in Jesus' two most foundational teachings: the Great Commandment and the Lord's Prayer. The book demonstrates how these teachings provide a practical pathway for spiritual growth, emotional healing, renewed intimacy with God, and lifelong transformation. At a time when many believers feel spiritually exhausted despite unprecedented access to Christian resources, Spiritual Simplicity offers a refreshing return to the heart of following Jesus—loving God wholeheartedly, loving others deeply, and learning to abide daily in Christ. Website

“Life is complicated.Understanding it doesn’t have to be.”From relationships and parenting to science, faith, and human behavior, Dr. Ricky Arenson combines evidence, humor, and decades of medical experience to help people navigate life with greater wisdom, confidence, and joy. Dr. Ricky Arenson believes it is time to bring Common Sense Back. Spaceship Parenting, Couples Driving Each Other Crazy Bruce T Davis Ricky Arenson, MD Dr. Ricky Arenson is a physician, award-winning author, speaker, and educator who believes that understanding people is the key to happier relationships, stronger families, and a more meaningful life. Drawing on decades of clinical experience, together with psychology, neuroscience, biology, and a healthy dose of humor, he translates complex science into practical advice that helps people build better marriages, raise resilient children, and navigate life's biggest challenges. An endocrinologist and geriatrician based in Melbourne, Australia, Dr. Arenson has received numerous awards for clinical leadership, medical education, and mentoring. His engaging, evidence-based approach has earned him a reputation for making complicated ideas simple, memorable, and immediately useful. He is the author of Why Couples Drive Each Other Crazy, Spaceship Parenting, and Cracking the God Code, exploring the science of relationships, parenting, and faith. Whether discussing why men can't find the ketchup, why raising children is the world's most important job, or how science can deepen our understanding of life itself, Dr. Arenson combines warmth, wit, and evidence to help audiences make sense of what matters most. Website Amazon

Today’s podcast picks up where I left off in our first podcast with Shalene Roberts, on children and spiritual warfare. Several years ago, Shalene Roberts sat with her two young children under the age of three, wrestling with thoughts about motherhood and wondering why it was so desperately hard. Pulling out her phone, she poured out her thoughts in a blog post entitled “When Mothering Is Hard and No One Sees.” Unexpectedly, those honest musings went viral, and that heartfelt post has had more than 630,000 views. Now a mother of five, Shalene understands that women everywhere struggle with the all-consuming service of motherhood—feeling unseen and underappreciated. Today I want her to tell us more about the battle that goes on behind the scenes with Spiritual Warfare. Motherhood, Children and Spiritual Warfare Bruce T Davis Shalene Roberts Shalene C. Roberts is a wife, part-time homeschooling mom of five, writer, photographer, and small business owner. As a former magazine editor, she seeks to inspire women to anchor in Christ, nurture grace-filled families, and foster life-giving homes. Her work has appeared in an array of outlets, including Her View From Home, Motherly, the Thrive Moms Exhale Bible study, the MOPS Blog, MICI Magazine, KirkCameron.com, SHINE magazine, TODAY Parents, Stroll Magazine, and a variety of other publications. Her post “When Mothering Is Hard and No One Sees” has had more than 630,000 views and has been shared worldwide. Shalene has also taught at the Declare Conference and is the author of Bruce the Brave, a heartwarming children’s book about courage and faith. Additionally, she is the founder of Lily & Loom, a boutique vintage Turkish rug shop. Lily & Loom rugs have been seen on HGTV, the Magnolia Network, and Fixer Upper: Welcome Home. Website LinkedIn Whitaker House

Everyone wants to build wealth, but between the media, insider jargon, and fear of losing, many of us become overwhelmed and stressed, even to the point of not taking action at all. In his new book Investing with Peace of Mind, Sean Castle looks at the psychology of investing and the roller-coaster emotions that go up and down with the market. He shows how to navigate that path by explaining what investors are up against, giving novices the vocabulary and understanding to start investing with confidence. He equips readers to overcome fear, steward resources wisely, and build lasting wealth—without jargon or panic. As he often tells clients, “In spite of apocalyptic predictions, the world hasn’t ended and likely won't.”  Investing with Peace of Mind Bruce T Davis Sean Castle Sean Castle Co-founded Cherry Creek Investment Advisors, Inc. in 1994 with the goal to help people just like you cut through the media driven “noise” associated with investing in today’s financial markets. He’s been utilizing common-sense and time proven strategies to help people achieve their individual financial goals for over twenty-five years. Having navigated clients and their investments through the 1987 stock market crash and the Financial Crisis of 2008, he brings valuable experience to each and every client relationship he has.As he often tells clients, “In spite of apocalyptic predictions, the world hasn’t ended and likely won’t.” He’s never seen anyone make money by panicking. Having worked in Washington, D.C., both in Congress and as a Presidential appointee at the U.S. Treasury Department, Mr. Castle brings a unique understanding and clarity to the political issues that so often contribute to the volatility and confusion in today’s investment world. A published author and former host of a Denver based radio talk show discussing the markets and financial planning issues, Mr. Castle also speaks at various industry conferences, university functions, and business gatherings.  For decades now, he has been very active guiding churches on their financial journey. Over the years, Mr. Castle has served on a variety of corporate, non-profit, and government Boards of Directors. He is very active in his church and  is a graduate of Colorado State University with a B.A. in Economics. Married for over thirty-eight years and father to a fantastic daughter, Mr. Castle enjoys traveling, photography, and scuba diving.  Website LinkedIn

Melissa Miller brings a fresh and deeply relatable message: many of us are living in the days we once prayed for, yet still find ourselves overwhelmed, exhausted, or struggling to adjust. Drawing from her experiences with adoption, motherhood, major life transitions, and faith, Melissa helps listeners understand why gratitude and struggle can coexist—and how God meets us in both. But I Prayer for This Bruce T Davis Melissa Miller Melissa Miller is a writer, content creator, and certified Reboot Retreat facilitator. She is a mother of five and an advocate for vulnerable children in foster care. Melissa lives in Tennessee with her family. She enjoys playing pickleball and is convinced “just one more chapter” is a perfectly reasonable bedtime strategy. Nelson Books Instagram

You may know or may have heard of him as a Senator, but he started out in Foster Care and then he was Adopted. Now God is using Jon’s burden from his past to influence his life and career. Adoption and Foster Care with Senator Jon Husted Senator Jon Husted Jon Allen Husted is an American politician serving as the junior United States Senator from Ohio since January 2025. A Republican, he was appointed to the seat by Governor Mike DeWine after JD Vance resigned to become Vice President. He previously served as Ohio's Lieutenant Governor, Secretary of State, and Speaker of the House. X FaceBook Instagram YouTube

For millions of people across the world, Sarah Kelly Young was the author of their favorite devotional series: Jesus Calling. Millions were encouraged and inspired by her words, and many continue to discover her work to this day. The impact she made on the world, and continues to make, is very personal to Timothy. He had the rare privilege of walking closely with his sister Sarah across every era of her life, and now, he wants to honor her legacy with the truth behind the scenes. Sarah Young's Journey to Jesus Bruce T Davis Tim Kelly TIMOTHY (TIM) KELLY earned an MA in theology and pastoral counseling from Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary and a PhD in clinical psychology from Vanderbilt University. His career calling has included faculty appointments, senior governmental positions, and psychological care for those in need. Timothy has served on the faculty of several universities, including as Associate Professor of Clinical Psychology and Director of Clinical Training at Fuller Theological Seminary in Pasadena, CA. He has published opinion editorials in the Washington Post and has been interviewed on NPR radio. Timothy is happily married to a very successful professional musician and is himself a guitarist and singer. They make their home in Franklin, Tennessee—not far from where Timothy’s sister Sarah Young is buried. Tim's Website Whitaker House Sarah Young Website

A Courageous Identity is a guide for men who want to grow in faith, maturity, and purpose as they walk shoulder to shoulder with others. Blending biblical wisdom, practical teaching, and real-life stories, it equips men to embrace their calling as husbands, fathers, leaders, and friends. Each lesson explores a facet of authentic manhood—unity, diversity, responsibility, service, and legacy—while challenging readers to live with integrity and courage. Designed for small groups yet powerful for individual use, the book offers discussion prompts, prayers, and practical exercises to foster growth. In a culture that often distorts masculinity, this study points men back to God’s original design, reminding them that becoming a godly man is not about perfection but about daily progress, brotherhood, and surrender to God’s shaping hand.  Paul Pettit Done Dr. Paul Pettit Paul Pettit serves as Director of Career Services and teaches in the departments of Spiritual Formation and Leadership and Pastoral Ministries at Dallas Theological Seminary. A speaker, author, and former sportscaster, Pettit is passionate about equipping men to grow spiritually and lead courageously in every area of life. He is the author of several books, including Dynamic Dads, Congratulations, You’ve Got ‘Tweens, Congratulations, You’re Gonna Be a Dad!, and Foundations of Spiritual Formation. A graduate of the University of Kansas and the Moody Bible Institute’s Advanced Studies Program, Pettit also earned both a Master of Theology degree and a Doctor of Ministry degree from Dallas Theological Seminary. He lives in Rockwall, Texas, with his wife Pamela and their five children. Website Whitaker House

Looking for authentic community with positive messaging, real connections, and content generated towards growth and edification? Plus protections that keep out negative and obscene influences? ActsSocial is your place to land. Built on the model of authentic community found in Acts 2.42-47.ActsSocial is a Social Media site with Purpose. Founder and CEO Shawn Whitson explains all this and more in our podcast. (Also, look for Shawn’s memoir “Called Out of Nowhere” being released in late fall 2026) ActsSocial Bruce T Davis Shawn Whitson Shawn Whitson is the founder and CEO of ActsSocial, a faith-first alternative gut-punch to Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok built on the model of authentic community found in Acts 2:42 to 47. By December 2022, Shawn had already spent three decades as an entrepreneur, building businesses that thrived and others that failed hard enough to cost him nearly everything. He wasn't looking for a new venture. Then, in the middle of an ordinary morning prayer time, God gave him a clear, specific, and entirely unwelcome assignment: take the Christian technology company he already ran and turn it into a social platform for a spiritual awakening he was convinced was already underway. He had run a technology company before, but nothing like a social platform, and no obvious reason to think he was the man for the job. He built it anyway. Two years of financial strain, technical setbacks, and real opposition followed before ActsSocial launched publicly. Today it reaches believers, and plenty of people who aren't yet believers, in 195 countries and 12 languages, running on a proprietary interest-based, upside-down algorithm engineered to do the opposite of Facebook and TikTok: encouraging users instead of enraging them, with no ad-driven feed and no data harvesting. Shawn's memoir, Called Out of Nowhere, releasing late fall 2026, tells the full and unusually honest story, failures included, of what it actually cost to obey a calling that size. He lives in Texas with his wife of 30 years, Sharee, and speaks candidly about building something he didn't choose and can't take credit for. ActsSocial Video Testimony