Karen is an accomplished author, speaker, networker, and connector whose ministry has brought authors, media professionals, organizations, and audiences together. In this interview, she shares both her personal story and the message behind her book, Growing a Joyful Heart.

Karen has experienced extraordinary challenges throughout her life, including numerous natural disasters and the loss of loved ones. She explains how those experiences taught her that circumstances do not have to determine whether a believer possesses joy.

One unforgettable story comes from Hurricane Andrew. Karen recalls sheltering in a closet with her five children while the hurricane struck their area. During the storm, she read the biblical account of Jesus calming the storm and prayed. In the middle of an incredibly tense situation, her family found a moment to laugh—an illustration of how faith and joy can remain present even during frightening circumstances.

Karen explains that Growing a Joyful Heart, written with Pam Farrel, develops the message of joy through four major areas:

Developing Inner Joy
Joy begins internally through a relationship with God. When joy is anchored in Christ, believers can remain spiritually grounded even when circumstances are difficult.

Joy in Relationships
Relationships can greatly increase or diminish our joy. Karen discusses bringing God's joy into our interactions with family, friends, and others.

Choosing Joy
Joy frequently requires an intentional decision, particularly when the unexpected happens and life takes a direction we never wanted.

Sprinkling Joy into the Lives of Others
Biblical joy is meant to overflow. As believers experience God's joy, they can become people who intentionally bring encouragement, hope, and joy to those around them.

Karen also discusses the historical component of the devotional, including stories of men and women from history who demonstrated joy or helped create circumstances where people could come together in positive and productive ways.

The conversation then turns to Karen's work as a connector and content coordinator. She explains how networking can connect the right authors and speakers with media outlets and organizations searching for knowledgeable voices on specific topics.

As the interview concludes, Karen leaves listeners with a powerful challenge: choose joy.

Choosing joy in difficult circumstances can become a testimony to others. When people see peace and joy that circumstances cannot explain, it creates an opportunity to point them toward Christ—the true source of that joy.

TS Wright closes with the reminder that joy is a fruit of the Spirit and that abiding in Christ is where lasting joy is found.

In This Episode

• How Karen Whiting learned to maintain joy through difficult circumstances
• Finding faith and laughter during Hurricane Andrew
• The story behind Growing a Joyful Heart
• Developing inner joy through Christ
• Protecting joy in our relationships
• Choosing joy when circumstances go wrong
• Becoming a person who spreads joy to others
• Learning from biblical and historical examples of joy
• Karen's role as a networker and connector
• Connecting authors and experts with media opportunities
• Why Christian joy becomes a testimony to the people around us
• Abiding in Christ as the foundation of lasting joy

Featured Guest

Karen Whiting
Award-winning author, international speaker, and Christian communicator whose work encourages individuals and families to grow in faith, strengthen relationships, and discover biblical principles for everyday life.

Featured Book

Growing a Joyful Heart
by Karen Whiting and Pam Farrel

Closing Takeaway

Choose joy.

Joy does not require perfect circumstances. When our lives are anchored in Christ, we can experience an inner joy and peace that remains even when circumstances change—and that joy can become an invitation for others to discover its source.

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Primary Scripture: Mark 6:7–12

Jesus did not send the Twelve into ministry without preparation, authority, or instruction. He called them, commissioned them, gave them authority, and sent them.

That sequence establishes an important Kingdom pattern.

Called Before Sent

Mark 6:7 begins with Jesus calling the Twelve unto Himself before sending them out.

Kingdom ministry begins with Christ.

Before there is a commission, there is a calling. Before there is public ministry, there must be relationship, instruction, submission, and preparation.

The disciples were not operating independently. They were representatives of the One who sent them.

Sent Two by Two

Jesus sent the disciples two by two.

Kingdom ministry was never designed merely around individual personalities. There is strength in agreement, accountability, confirmation, and partnership.

The mission belonged to Christ, but the disciples carried it together.

Delegated Kingdom Authority

Jesus gave the Twelve power and authority over unclean spirits.

Their authority did not originate in themselves. It was delegated by Jesus Christ.

This distinction is essential.

Kingdom authority is not human charisma, personality, political influence, education, or organizational position. True spiritual authority comes from submission to the King.

The disciples went because Jesus sent them.

They spoke because Jesus commissioned them.

They exercised authority because Jesus gave it to them.

Dependence Upon God

Jesus gave unusual instructions concerning what the disciples were to carry for their journey.

They were being taught to trust God while fulfilling their assignment.

The mission could not become dependent upon possessions, comfort, elaborate preparation, or material security. Their confidence had to remain in the God who called and sent them.

Kingdom ministry requires faith.

Recognizing Kingdom Reception

Jesus told them that when they entered a house, they were to remain there until they departed from that place.

There is a principle of recognizing where God has provided reception for the Kingdom assignment.

Not every door will open.

Not every person will receive.

Not every community will respond in the same way.

The servant of God must therefore possess both faith and discernment.

When the Message Is Rejected

Jesus also prepared His disciples for rejection.

If a place would not receive them or hear them, they were instructed to depart and shake the dust from beneath their feet as a testimony against them.

This reveals a difficult but important Kingdom principle:

The messenger is responsible to faithfully deliver the message.

The hearer is responsible for the response.

There comes a moment when rejection itself becomes a decision.

That is the Kingdom Cross Road.

The Message Was Repentance

Mark 6:12 tells us:

“And they went out, and preached that men should repent.”

Repentance was central to the message.

The Kingdom of God does not simply invite people to add religious ideas to their existing lives. The Kingdom calls people to turn—to change direction, change allegiance, and come under the rule of God.

Repentance is a crossroads.

One direction continues in the old way.

The other turns toward the King.

Kingdom Cross Roads Today

The Church continues to stand at critical crossroads.

Will we proclaim the message Christ actually commissioned His servants to preach?

Will we operate under His authority rather than our own strength?

Will we trust His provision?

Will we preach repentance?

Will we recognize when God has opened a door?

And will we understand that some people will receive the Kingdom while others reject it?

The commission has not changed.

Jesus Christ is still King.

His servants are still being sent.

The Kingdom message still demands a response.

And humanity still stands at Kingdom Cross Roads.

Key Themes

Kingdom of God
Authority of Jesus Christ
Apostolic ministry
The sending of the Twelve
Two-by-two ministry
Spiritual authority
Unclean spirits
Faith and dependence upon God
Divine provision
Kingdom messengers
Receiving the Gospel
Rejecting the Gospel
Shaking the dust from your feet
Repentance
Obedience to Christ
Christian discipleship
Evangelism
Great Commission
Kingdom ministry
Decision and accountability

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In this special CPE 2026 edition of The Kingdom Cross Roads Podcast, host TS Wright welcomes author and longtime pastor James Saxon for a conversation about communicating the gospel to a changing culture.

James begins by sharing his own spiritual journey. Raised in a strongly religious environment in Alabama, he learned reverence for God and moral discipline at an early age. During his teenage and early college years, however, he moved away from that foundation and entered a season of rebellion.

Friends continued challenging him with an important distinction: being religious was not the same thing as having a personal relationship with God.

By age twenty, James began seriously reconsidering the question of God. His search eventually led him to surrender his life to Christ, pursue seminary, enter pastoral ministry, and devote decades of his life to helping others discover the gospel.

During the final twenty years of his pastoral ministry, James served as a director of evangelism at a large church in Atlanta. There he helped develop a course specifically for people who were not yet Christians but were sincerely seeking answers.

That experience helped shape the approach behind his book, The Greatest Offer.

James explains that unbelief in contemporary culture has become increasingly complex. For many people, a short presentation of the gospel is no longer enough. Before someone can properly accept or reject Christianity, they first need to understand what the gospel actually claims.

But clarity is only part of the challenge.

People also carry intellectual, cultural, emotional, and philosophical objections that can become barriers to faith. James describes these as beliefs that can prevent people from seriously considering Christ even before they understand the gospel message.

The Greatest Offer therefore approaches evangelism in two ways:

1. Clearly explain the gospel.
2. Address the common objections that keep people from responding to it.

Drawing from thousands of hours of conversations with spiritual seekers, James presents these ideas in straightforward, conversational language rather than an unnecessarily confrontational format.

During the interview, James identifies several major themes explored in the book:

• The uniqueness of Jesus Christ
• The reliability of His Word
• The meaning of the Good News
• The transformational power of genuine faith
• The invitation to respond personally to the gospel

James also shares a powerful story of two women whose spiritual search was profoundly affected after encountering the message presented in the book. What began as an attempt to understand the Bible developed into a serious pursuit of God and regular study of Scripture.

TS and James ultimately return to the central question every person must confront:

Who do you say Jesus is?

The conversation closes with a memorable challenge:

Is heaven on your bucket list?

For believers, the episode also serves as a reminder that evangelism is not limited to overseas missions or formal ministry settings. The Great Commission begins wherever God has placed us—including our neighborhoods, workplaces, relationships, and everyday conversations.

As TS emphasizes, Christians should continually develop the biblical knowledge and practical tools necessary to communicate Christ effectively to others.

Featured Guest: James Saxon
Host: TS Wright
Podcast: The Kingdom Cross Roads Podcast
Event: Christian Product Expo 2026
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Recorded live from Christian Product Expo 2026, TS Wright welcomes author Paula Pasque to the Kingdom Cross Roads Podcast.

Paula begins by sharing a unique part of her personal story, including her connection to professional baseball and her firsthand awareness of Christian ministry within professional sports.

The conversation then turns to her children's book, The Adventures of Sheldon the Sheep: Sheldon and the Shepherd.

Paula explains that the project came together during the COVID period. As a visual thinker, she already carried the concept in her mind and used that season to put the story on paper. She not only wrote the manuscript but also produced the original hand-drawn concepts that would eventually guide the book's illustrations.

At the heart of the book is a simple but important message:

Jesus is the Good Shepherd, and we are like sheep who need our Shepherd.

Paula explains that biblical meaning has intentionally been woven throughout the book. Sheldon’s curiosity, the characteristics of sheep, the relationship between sheep and their shepherd, and even details within the illustrations become opportunities to teach children spiritual truth.

During the interview, Paula recalls personally witnessing sheep respond to the voice of their shepherd—an experience that brought Jesus’ teaching about His sheep hearing His voice to life in a powerful way.

The book is designed to be more than a story. Scripture is incorporated into the book, and questions are provided to help parents engage children in conversations about obedience, curiosity, authority, Jesus, and what it means to follow the Shepherd.

A major focus of the conversation is the responsibility of Christians to reach children early.

Paula explains that children readily recognize many cultural and commercial figures while sometimes knowing very little about Jesus. Her desire is to help change that by giving families a story that connects memorable characters and illustrations with biblical truth.

TS and Paula discuss the importance of establishing a firm spiritual foundation while children are young so that, as they encounter an increasingly challenging culture, they have already been introduced to the truth of God’s Word.

Paula also shares the story behind finding the illustrator for the book—a connection she believes demonstrates God's providential direction in bringing the project together.

The episode concludes with Paula emphasizing the central message she wants children and families to remember:

Jesus is the Shepherd. He is present, He leads His sheep, and He continually calls them back when their curiosity leads them away from where they should be.

IN THIS EPISODE

• Paula Pasque’s journey into children’s writing
• Writing The Adventures of Sheldon the Sheep
• Creating the original illustrations and visual concepts
• Jesus as the Good Shepherd
• What sheep can teach children about following Jesus
• Teaching biblical truth through stories and illustrations
• Helping children recognize the voice of their Shepherd
• The role of parents as a child’s first authority
• Introducing Scripture to children at an early age
• Reaching the next generation for Christ
• Responding to the influence of contemporary culture
• Using children's books as discipleship tools
• Paula’s vision for additional Sheldon the Sheep adventures
• God’s providence in connecting Paula with her illustrator
• Christian faith within the professional sports world

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The Adventures of Sheldon the Sheep: Sheldon and the Shepherd
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A children's story designed to introduce young readers to biblical truths about sheep, obedience, and Jesus Christ as the Good Shepherd.

SCRIPTURES & BIBLICAL THEMES DISCUSSED

Jesus the Good Shepherd
John 10

“My sheep hear My voice.”
John 10:27

All of us like sheep have gone astray.
Isaiah 53:6

Children, obey your parents.
Ephesians 6:1

The “I AM” declarations of Jesus
John’s Gospel

ABOUT THE KINGDOM CROSS ROADS PODCAST

The Kingdom Cross Roads Podcast with TS Wright features conversations with Christian authors, leaders, teachers, ministers, and Kingdom voices who are working to communicate biblical truth, strengthen believers, reach people for Jesus Christ, and advance the Kingdom of God.

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Raewyn's Christian journey began at approximately five years old when her mother showed her a picture of Jesus standing at a door and asked whether she would like to open the door and invite Him in.

Decades later, that lifelong faith would face one of its greatest tests.

Raewyn's 19-year-old daughter, who dreamed of dancing professionally and eventually coming to America, passed away. The loss profoundly affected Raewyn's life and her relationship with God.

During her grief, Raewyn stopped attending church for approximately seven months. She describes that period as an attempt, even if she did not initially recognize it, to withhold something from God because she felt something precious had been taken from her.

A friend eventually invited her back to church. There, Raewyn came to a renewed place of surrender—not claiming to understand what had happened, but making a decision to trust God through what she could not understand.

The Story Behind 21 Gifts

As her daughter's 21st birthday and the anniversary of her passing approached, Raewyn found herself asking God for help simply facing each day.

The message she received was simple:

“Just today.”

Live in the present.

Over a period of 21 days, Raewyn intentionally identified things connected with her daughter's life that brought joy and meaning. She began sharing those reflections publicly, and the response from others revealed that what had begun as a mother's private journey through grief might also help other people.

Those reflections became the foundation for 21 Gifts: A Sacred Dance Through Grief and Healing.

Raewyn emphasizes an important distinction:

Grief itself is not the gift.

Instead, the journey is about discovering and honoring the gifts that remain within the lives and memories of the people we have loved.

Mothering a Legacy

Raewyn's daughter had been training as a dancer and dreamed of coming to America and dancing on Broadway.

Raewyn describes writing and sharing 21 Gifts as a way of continuing her daughter's legacy—taking the dream associated with her daughter's “dancing feet” and carrying it forward through her own words.

Her story becomes a reminder that the influence of a person's life does not necessarily end with their death.

We can remember.

We can honor.

We can carry forward what God placed within their lives.

Sorrow and Joy Can Coexist

One of the central themes of the conversation is that grief does not always require choosing between sorrow and joy.

Both can exist at the same time.

Drawing from her experiences as both a grieving mother and a chaplain, Raewyn discusses the importance of presence and listening when helping someone who has experienced loss.

Sometimes the greatest ministry is not having the perfect explanation.

It is simply being present.

In This Episode

TS Wright and Raewyn Elsegood discuss:

• Raewyn's childhood decision to follow Christ
• How losing her daughter tested her lifelong faith
• Anger, grief, and wrestling honestly with God
• Why Raewyn stopped attending church for approximately seven months
• The importance of Christian community during grief
• Learning to trust God without understanding everything
• The words “just today” and learning to live in the present
• How the 21-day journey that became 21 Gifts began
• Finding joy and meaning within memories of someone who has died
• Honoring the legacy of those we have lost
• Raewyn's daughter's dream of dancing in America
• How writing became a way of carrying her daughter's legacy forward
• Why grief itself should not be described as the gift
• How sorrow and joy can coexist
• The importance of presence and listening in grief ministry
• Lessons Raewyn has learned through her work as a chaplain
• Finding God's presence in stillness
• Allowing healing to unfold one day at a time

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21 Gifts: A Sacred Dance Through Grief and Healing
by Raewyn Elsegood

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ABOUT THE KINGDOM CROSS ROADS PODCAST

The Kingdom Cross Roads Podcast, hosted by TS Wright, features conversations with Christian authors, leaders, ministers, teachers, and Kingdom-minded voices who are impacting people through their testimony, calling, ministry, and message.

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In this special Kingdom Cross Roads Podcast interview recorded at CPE Live 2026, host TS Wright welcomes Dennis Weins of SAT-7 for a conversation about missions, Christian media, and the expanding reach of the Gospel.

Dennis begins by sharing his personal journey. Growing up in a missionary family in West Africa eventually led him back to the region, where he spent decades working alongside churches, church leaders, and community development ministries.

That experience prepared him for another chapter of ministry with SAT-7, a Christian media organization born in the Middle East with a vision of seeing a growing and confident Church throughout the Middle East and North Africa.

Reaching People Through Media

Dennis explains how SAT-7 pioneered the use of satellite television to reach people in regions where traditional missionary approaches could face significant barriers.

What began with a limited satellite broadcast has expanded into multiple television channels along with digital streaming, social media, mobile applications, and other online platforms.

These technologies allow Christian programming to reach directly into homes—and increasingly into the phones and personal devices of viewers.

Christianity in the Heart Language and Heart Culture

One of the major themes of the conversation is cultural context.

Rather than simply repackaging Western Christian programming, SAT-7 produces content in the Middle East with local Christians speaking to their own communities.

Dennis explains the importance of communicating biblical Christianity through the heart language and heart culture of the audience.

Programming includes dramas, talk shows, children's programming, biblical teaching, and other formats designed to communicate the Gospel in culturally meaningful ways.

The Gospel Brings Hope

TS Wright and Dennis also discuss the danger of allowing news headlines alone to shape the way Christians view the Middle East.

Dennis emphasizes a different perspective:

Wherever the Gospel can be shared, there is hope.

Themes of God's love, forgiveness, meaning, identity, and significance resonate deeply with viewers. SAT-7's audience-relations teams are then able to continue walking with viewers as they explore questions of faith through television, social media, digital platforms, and the SAT-7 PLUS app.

Beyond the Headlines

The conversation challenges believers to look beyond political conflicts and negative headlines and recognize that God is working among people throughout the Middle East and North Africa.

Countries that may appear closed from the outside can still contain people who are receptive to the message of Christ.

TS Wright encourages listeners to pray for believers throughout the region, learn what is actually happening on the ground, and support ministries carrying the Gospel into places that traditional ministry methods cannot always reach.

In This Episode

You will hear about:

• Dennis Weins' missionary journey and decades of ministry experience
• The history and mission of SAT-7
• Christianity in the Middle East and North Africa
• Reaching the 10/40 Window through Christian media
• Satellite television as a missions strategy
• Digital evangelism and Christian streaming
• Using social media and mobile technology for ministry
• Producing Christian programming with local believers
• Communicating Christianity within honor-shame cultures
• The importance of heart language and heart culture
• How Christian broadcasting reaches restricted regions
• Why Christians should look beyond mainstream headlines
• Hope and Gospel outreach throughout the Middle East
• Supporting and praying for persecuted and emerging churches

Learn More About SAT-7

Visit SAT7USA.org to learn more about SAT-7, its programming, its ministry throughout the Middle East and North Africa, and opportunities to support its work.

SAT-7 programming can also be accessed through SAT-7 PLUS and SAT-7's digital and social-media platforms.

About Kingdom Cross Roads

Kingdom Cross Roads Podcast with TS Wright features conversations with Christian leaders, missionaries, pastors, teachers, authors, and Kingdom-minded voices who are working to advance the Gospel of Jesus Christ around the world.

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Can you still find reasons to thank God when life doesn’t turn out the way you expected?

In this inspiring episode of the Kingdom Cross Roads Podcast, host T.S. Wright welcomes Christian author Julie Sunne for a powerful conversation about finding gratitude in the midst of grief, loss, and life's most difficult seasons.

Julie shares her deeply personal journey through five miscarriages, depression, and the ongoing challenges and blessings of caring for her adult daughter with significant intellectual disabilities. Through these experiences, she discovered that genuine faith is not built on favorable circumstances but on an unwavering trust in God's character, sovereignty, and enduring love.

Drawing from her own spiritual journey, Julie introduces her book, Thankful: A 90-Day Devotional and Gratitude Journal, a Scripture-centered resource designed to help believers cultivate a heart of gratitude even when life feels overwhelming.

Through 90 daily devotions, thoughtful reflection questions, and journaling opportunities, Julie guides readers through three essential dimensions of biblical gratitude: praise, thanksgiving, and generosity.

In this conversation, you'll discover how returning to God's Word can strengthen your faith during suffering, why gratitude is a choice rather than simply an emotion, and how recognizing God's faithfulness can transform the way you walk through difficult circumstances.

Julie also shares how her personal trials became the foundation of a writing ministry dedicated to encouraging others to trust God and recognize His goodness.

Whether you're facing personal loss, navigating the responsibilities of caregiving, struggling with discouragement, or simply seeking a deeper relationship with the Lord, this episode offers biblical encouragement and practical insight for developing a grateful heart.

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Discover how daily Scripture reflection, intentional thanksgiving, and practical generosity can help you recognize God's presence and faithfulness in every season of life.

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What does it take to overcome life's greatest challenges and experience true victory through faith in Jesus Christ?

In this inspiring episode of the Kingdom Crossroads Podcast, host T.S. Wright welcomes Christian author, speaker, and business consultant Dr. Raj Javalgi to discuss his book, Conquering Life’s Battles: Finding Freedom and Living Victoriously.

Dr. Raj shares his deeply personal testimony of faith, loss, suffering, and spiritual transformation. After experiencing the heartbreaking death of his infant daughter, watching his wife endure years of chronic illness, surviving two major heart attacks, and later losing his wife, Dr. Raj discovered that true victory is not found in the absence of life's struggles but in the presence of God.

Drawing from his personal experiences, conversations with 300 individuals, and the timeless truths of Scripture, Dr. Raj explains how Christians can confront fear, anxiety, depression, addiction, loneliness, discouragement, and unforgiveness through God's Word, prayer, and the power of the Holy Spirit.

Through biblical examples of Joseph, Job, King David, and Jesus Christ, this powerful conversation reveals how believers can find spiritual freedom, overcome adversity, and embrace the victorious life promised through Jesus Christ.

In This Episode, You'll Discover:

• How Dr. Raj's journey from Hinduism to Christianity transformed his understanding of God, suffering, and salvation.
• How personal tragedy and life-threatening circumstances inspired his book, Conquering Life’s Battles.
• Why understanding and applying biblical principles can help believers confront emotional and spiritual struggles.
• How the biblical examples of Joseph, Job, David, and Jesus provide encouragement during difficult seasons.
• The importance of praying Scripture and developing a daily relationship with God.
• How the Holy Spirit strengthens, guides, and empowers believers through life's battles.
• Why spiritual victory is not defined by the absence of suffering but by the presence of God.

Featured Scripture

Romans 8:37 (KJV)

"Nay, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him that loved us."

Three Keys to Living Victoriously

Dr. Raj concludes the conversation with three essential principles for overcoming life's battles: trust God even when circumstances seem overwhelming, remain grounded in His Word through daily prayer and Scripture meditation, and depend on the power and guidance of the Holy Spirit.

His central message is that believers do not have to face life's challenges alone. Regardless of the struggles they encounter, God's presence, grace, and faithfulness remain their source of hope and strength.

About Our Guest

Dr. Raj Javalgi is a Christian author, speaker, and business consultant whose personal journey through loss, adversity, and spiritual transformation inspired him to share the hope of Jesus Christ with others.

His book, Conquering Life’s Battles: Finding Freedom and Living Victoriously, explores 16 common life struggles through biblical examples, practical applications, guided prayers, Scripture references, and discussion questions.

His mission is to encourage people to overcome life's challenges by trusting God, applying biblical truths, and embracing the power of the Holy Spirit.

Learn more about Dr. Raj and his book:

VictoriousPathway.com

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Show Notes

What if changing your words could change your mindset, strengthen your faith, and help you discover God's purpose for your life?

In this inspiring episode of the Kingdom Cross Roads Podcast, host TS Wright sits down with sisters and Christian authors Jenny Duncan and Shelly Heisman during the Christian Product Expo (CPE) in St. Charles, Missouri.

Growing up in a family of six children, Jenny and Shelly learned an important lesson from their mother: God will always provide. That foundation of faith eventually inspired their mission to help women discover who God created them to be and embrace His purpose for every season of life.

Through personal stories, biblical encouragement, and practical wisdom, the sisters share how our thoughts, words, and prayers influence the way we approach life's challenges.

In this episode, we explore:

• The power of faith-filled words and overcoming negative self-talk.
• How to "flip the script" by replacing limiting thoughts with the truth of God's Word.
• The inspiration behind their book, Wait, Did I Say That?, and its message of faith, mindset, and why your words matter.
• Their 30-day devotional, Wait, Did I Pray That?, which combines Scripture, practical action steps, prayer, and personal reflection.
• How prayer and biblical truth can help us release control and trust God's provision.
• Discovering God's purpose during life's transitions, including motherhood, empty nesting, and new chapters of ministry.
• The importance of staying connected to God and recognizing that He can use us at every age and stage of life.

Jenny and Shelly also share the remarkable story of their 80-year-old mother, who began sharing her faith through TikTok, reminding us that there is no expiration date on God's calling.

Whether you are struggling with negative thoughts, seeking a deeper prayer life, or wondering what God has planned for your next chapter, this conversation offers practical encouragement to renew your mind, speak God's truth, and walk confidently in His purpose.

Your current season may change, but God's purpose for your life continues.

Connect with the Sisters

Explore Jenny and Shelly's books, devotionals, and ministry through their website, Abundantly Favored.

Their books are also available on Amazon, and you can discover more of their faith-centered conversations on the Abundantly Favored Podcast.

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Show Notes

How can the Church create a welcoming environment where individuals with autism and special needs are not only included but recognized as valuable members of the Body of Christ?

In this episode of the Kingdom Crossroads Podcast, host T.S. Wright welcomes back John Fela, disability ministry advocate, former educator, and father of a son with autism, for an important conversation about autism, neurodiversity, and inclusion in the Christian Church.

John shares his personal experiences navigating church life with his son, Chris, and explains why creating a welcoming environment for individuals with disabilities does not require a large budget, an elaborate ministry program, or extensive resources. It begins with a willing heart, meaningful relationships, and a commitment to recognizing that every person has a place in God's Kingdom.

Drawing from his experience in disability ministry and his contribution to the book Empowering Autistic Voices in Education, John offers practical insights for church leaders, pastors, Sunday school teachers, volunteers, and Christian families who want to make their ministries more accessible to individuals with autism and other developmental disabilities.

The conversation explores how churches can adapt Bible lessons, provide individualized support, accommodate sensory needs, and create opportunities for individuals with disabilities to participate meaningfully in worship, fellowship, and ministry.

John also emphasizes that inclusion is more than providing a separate room or specialized program. It means building relationships, recognizing individual gifts, and ensuring that every person knows they belong to the Body of Christ.

Whether you lead a large congregation, serve in a small church, teach Sunday school, or have a family member with special needs, this episode offers practical encouragement for removing unnecessary barriers and making the Gospel accessible to everyone.

In This Episode, You'll Discover:

• Why welcoming individuals with autism and special needs is an important responsibility of the Christian Church.
• How smaller churches can support individuals with disabilities without establishing expensive or elaborate programs.
• The importance of building relationships between parents, educators, ministry leaders, and church volunteers.
• How a buddy system can help children with autism participate in Sunday school and other church activities.
• Practical ways to adapt Bible lessons using visual materials, alternative communication methods, and sensory accommodations.
• Why individuals with disabilities should have meaningful opportunities to serve and participate in the life of the congregation.
• How understanding sensory processing differences can help ministry leaders respond appropriately to individual needs.
• Why genuine love, acceptance, and personal relationships are essential to effective disability ministry.

Featured Book

Empowering Autistic Voices in Education

Dr. Stephanie Holmes, principal author, with contributions from John Fela and other advocates and individuals with lived experience of autism.

This book brings together diverse perspectives on autism, education, neurodiversity, and the importance of understanding and supporting individuals with different learning and communication needs.

Episode Highlights

02:22

John introduces Empowering Autistic Voices in Education and shares his background in disability advocacy.

04:49

John discusses his experiences as a father, educator, and disability ministry advocate.

07:08

Why a welcoming heart is the foundation of effective special needs ministry.

10:41

Real-life examples of churches that created supportive environments for John's son.

15:13

Overcoming limited resources and creating meaningful opportunities for participation.

20:17

Adapting Christian education to accommodate different learning styles and communication needs.

23:34

Understanding sensory challenges and creating welcoming Sunday school environments.

26:33

John shares information about his featured book and additional resources.

Connect and Take Action

Learn more about John Fela's work in disability advocacy and explore Empowering Autistic Voices in Education through his website.

Visit John Fela's website

If this episode encourages you, share it with your pastor, children's ministry leader, Sunday school teacher, or someone who desires to see the Church become more welcoming and accessible to individuals with disabilities.

Follow and subscribe to the Kingdom Crossroads Podcast for more conversations about Christian faith, discipleship, ministry, and advancing the Kingdom of God.

Go forth in total surrender to the One who owns and reigns over all creation, and let the Great Harvest begin!

Keywords

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Right to the Heart of Home

Karen Whiting, author of 30+ books and writing/marketing coach

www.karenwhiting.com

Growing a Mothers Heart, Golden Scroll Award

The One Year My Princess Devotions, Christian Retailing Best Award, Children's nonfiction

Stories of Faith & Courage from the Home Front, Gold medal, Military Writers of America Gold Medal

Growing a Mother’s Heart Bible Study, Golden Scroll Bible Study of the Year

Growing a Peaceful Heart, Golden Scroll Award

52 Weekly Devotions for Family Prayer, Golden Scroll Education Book of the Year

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Visit our website to learn more about The God Centered Concept. The God Centered Concept is designed to bring real discipleship and spreading the Gospel to help spark the Great Harvest, a revival in this generation.

www.godcenteredconcept.com

Kingdom Cross Roads Podcast is a part of The God Centered Concept.

Show Notes

Can forgiveness break the chains of bitterness and open the door to God's healing and restoration?

Join host TS Wright for a powerful conversation with Christian author Gloria Fennimore, recorded live at the Christian Product Expo (CPE) in St. Charles, Missouri.

In this episode of the Kingdom Cross Roads Podcast, Gloria introduces her Christian fiction novel, Fresh Baked Lies: Not All Truths Can Be Seen and shares the inspiration behind a story that explores the transformative power of forgiveness, the consequences of unresolved pain, and the freedom found through God's grace.

Set in 1965 in the fictional town of Grimley, Mississippi, the novel follows Rosalie, a woman who faces cruelty, injustice, and spiritual darkness. As she struggles to overcome the wounds of her past, God calls her to embrace forgiveness and become an instrument of His light in a community desperately in need of transformation.

Drawing from her own experiences and a ten-year writing journey, Gloria explains how Christian fiction can communicate biblical truths, help readers recognize their own struggles, and encourage spiritual growth through relatable characters and compelling storytelling.

In this episode, you'll discover:

• How unresolved hurt and bitterness can affect our spiritual lives and relationships.
• Why forgiveness is essential to experiencing freedom through Christ.
• How God can use personal struggles and injustice to bring healing and transformation.
• The difference between genuinely forgiving someone and simply overlooking the pain they have caused.
• How Christian fiction can communicate biblical truths and introduce readers to God's redemptive love.
• Why forgiveness can open the door to restored relationships and opportunities to share the love of Jesus.

Gloria also discusses the spiritual significance of her fictional characters' journeys and how their experiences demonstrate that forgiveness does not mean excusing wrongdoing. Instead, it means confronting the pain and allowing God to bring healing, freedom, and restoration.

TS and Gloria reflect on the example of Jesus Christ, whose forgiveness on the cross reveals the depth of God's love and provides a model for believers seeking to overcome resentment and extend grace to others.

The central message: Forgiveness is not about pretending the pain never happened. It is about surrendering that pain to God, allowing His grace to transform our hearts, and making room for His light to shine through our lives.

Whether you enjoy Christian fiction, are struggling with unforgiveness, or desire a deeper understanding of God's restorative power, this conversation offers encouragement and a reminder that no wound is beyond the reach of His grace.

Tune in to the Kingdom Cross Roads Podcast and discover how faith, forgiveness, and the power of a compelling story can lead us toward spiritual freedom.

Connect with Kingdom Cross Roads Podcast

Subscribe to Kingdom Cross Roads Podcast for inspiring conversations with Christian authors, ministry leaders, and believers who are sharing the Gospel and advancing God's Kingdom.

Share this episode with someone who needs encouragement to embrace forgiveness and experience the freedom found in Jesus Christ.

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Show Notes

What happens when life takes an unexpected turn and everything you once knew is shattered? Can faith survive unimaginable loss? And how does God transform our deepest pain into a testimony of His goodness?

In this moving episode of the Kingdom Crossroads Podcast, host TS Wright welcomes author Jenae Alexander for an extraordinary conversation about choosing life, overcoming grief, surrendering to God, and discovering hope in the midst of life's most difficult circumstances.

Growing up in a broken home, Jenae searched for love and security in all the wrong places. When an unexpected pregnancy left her overwhelmed by fear and shame, she found herself facing a life-changing decision. Through the conviction of the Holy Spirit, she chose life and began a journey of trusting God's provision.

Years later, Jenae experienced devastating personal tragedy, including the loss of her husband, young son, and father. Yet through overwhelming grief and unanswered questions, she discovered that God's faithfulness is not dependent on perfect circumstances.

Drawing from her personal testimony and the Scripture-filled letters she received during her darkest days, Jenae shares the inspiration behind her book and its 52 hope letters, written to encourage those who are weary, anxious, grieving, or struggling to trust God again.

Through her story, Jenae reminds listeners that our circumstances do not define our future, our past does not disqualify us from God's purposes, and even our deepest wounds can become instruments of hope and encouragement for others.

In This Episode, You'll Discover:

• How Jenae's unexpected pregnancy led to a life-changing decision to choose life and trust God's provision.
• The role of faith, family, and Christian community in navigating devastating personal loss.
• How God can transform brokenness, shame, and grief into a testimony of redemption.
• The inspiration behind Jenae's book and its 52 Scripture-centered hope letters.
• How the HOPE framework encourages believers to hear God's voice, offer their struggles to Him, practice faith, and expect His promises.
• Why surrendering control and trusting God's faithfulness can bring renewed hope, even when life's circumstances remain difficult.
• How your personal testimony can become a source of encouragement and spiritual strength for someone else.

Connect With Jenae Alexander

Visit JenaeAlexander.com to learn more about Jenae, explore her book, and discover opportunities to connect with her ministry.

Scripture to Reflect On

Psalm 100 — A psalm of thanksgiving and praise, reminding us of God's goodness, enduring mercy, and faithfulness throughout all generations.

Whether you are walking through grief, facing an unexpected pregnancy, struggling with past decisions, or searching for renewed faith, this episode offers a powerful reminder that God's love and faithfulness remain constant through every season of life.

Join TS Wright and Jenae Alexander for an unforgettable conversation about choosing life, trusting God, and allowing Him to transform your story into a testimony of hope.

Subscribe to the Kingdom Crossroads Podcast for more inspiring Christian testimonies, biblical encouragement, and conversations with authors and ministry leaders who are advancing the Kingdom of God.

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Show Notes

Can God use an ordinary house cat to save an entire family? Can a life-threatening diagnosis lead to a deeper relationship with God and a new calling?

In this inspiring episode of the Kingdom Crossroads Podcast, host T.S. Wright welcomes Christian children's author Rob S. Robinson for a powerful conversation about faith, God's protection, overcoming adversity, and the life-changing power of His Word.

Recorded live at the Christian Product Expo (CPE) Summer 2026 in St. Charles, Missouri, Rob shares his remarkable testimony of facing stage IV prostate cancer, experiencing God's healing, and finding strength in the promise of Psalm 118:17: "I shall not die, but live, and declare the works of the LORD."

Rob also introduces two children's books that combine biblical principles, engaging storytelling, and practical lessons for families.

Bessie, the Cat Who Saved My Family

A true story of God's protection

Based on a remarkable family experience from 1934, Rob shares how a stray cat named Bessie became an unexpected instrument of protection for his family. The book also includes practical safety tips to help parents teach their children about emergency preparedness, fire safety, carbon monoxide awareness, and developing a family escape plan.

More Than a Donkey

Helping children discover their God-given worth

Through the story of a young donkey who wishes he were a stallion, Rob addresses childhood insecurity, rejection, abandonment, and low self-esteem. The book encourages children to recognize that they are fearfully and wonderfully made and that God can use them just as they are. It includes discussion questions and learning activities for families, children's ministries, and Vacation Bible School.

Throughout this heartfelt conversation, Rob reflects on how God's Word strengthened him during his battle with cancer and inspired him to become a Christian author. He also shares how an encouraging eighth-grade teacher helped him discover his potential as a writer, reminding aspiring authors that they do not have to be perfect to begin sharing their stories.

T.S. and Rob discuss the importance of developing a daily relationship with God through Scripture, speaking biblical truth into children's lives, and using our personal testimonies to encourage others.

Whether you are a parent, grandparent, children's ministry leader, aspiring Christian author, or someone seeking renewed hope through difficult circumstances, this episode offers an encouraging reminder that God can work through ordinary people, unexpected situations, and even the smallest creatures to accomplish extraordinary things.

Featured Scripture

"I shall not die, but live, and declare the works of the LORD."

Psalm 118:17 (KJV)

Connect with Rob S. Robinson and explore his books: Visit Redemption Press or search for his books on Amazon and Barnes & Noble.

Subscribe to the Kingdom Crossroads Podcast for more inspiring conversations with Christian authors, ministry leaders, and believers sharing how God is working through their lives to advance His Kingdom.

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Who is Jesus—and why does the answer matter more than any other question we will ever face?

In this episode of Kingdom Cross Roads Podcast, T. S. Wright welcomes back Rev. Stu Woods from Australia for a powerful teaching from John 1:1–14.

Rev. Woods walks through one of Scripture’s clearest declarations concerning the identity of Jesus Christ: “In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God.”

Throughout this message, Rev. Woods explains that Jesus is not merely a prophet, moral teacher, religious figure, or created being. Jesus is the eternal Word of God, the Creator of all things, the source of life, and the Light that darkness cannot overcome.

In this episode, you will discover:

• Why Jesus is called “the Word” in John 1

• Why Jesus existed before creation and is Himself uncreated

• How Jesus participated in the creation of all things

• Why Jesus is the source of life and the Light of mankind

• How the Light of Christ overcomes spiritual darkness

• The prophetic ministry of John the Baptist

• Why many failed to recognize Jesus when He came into the world

• What it means to receive Jesus and become a child of God

• Why salvation cannot be inherited through family or religion

• The importance of receiving Jesus Christ as both Lord and Savior

• A clear invitation to repentance, forgiveness, salvation, and eternal life

Rev. Woods also challenges listeners to examine one of the most important questions anyone can answer:

Who do you say Jesus is?

If you have never surrendered your life to Jesus Christ, this episode includes a prayer inviting you to turn from sin, receive His forgiveness, and follow Him as Lord and Savior.

And if you already belong to Christ, you are challenged to share the truth of Jesus with others so that more people may hear the Gospel, believe, and be saved.

Scripture Focus: John 1:1–14

Go forth in total surrender to the One who owns and reigns over all creation—and let the Great Harvest begin.

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Call to Action

If this message helped you understand more clearly who Jesus is, share this episode with someone who needs to hear the Gospel. Subscribe to Kingdom Cross Roads Podcast, follow the show so you never miss an episode, and help us spread the message of Jesus Christ around the world. If you have never surrendered your life to Christ, go back to the prayer in this episode, call upon Jesus as Lord and Savior, and begin your journey of following Him today. Then go forth, share the Good News, and let the Great Harvest begin.

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Right to the Heart of Home

Karen Whiting, author of 30+ books and writing/marketing coach

www.karenwhiting.com

Growing a Mothers Heart, Golden Scroll Award

The One Year My Princess Devotions, Christian Retailing Best Award, Children's nonfiction

Stories of Faith & Courage from the Home Front, Gold medal, Military Writers of America Gold Medal

Growing a Mother’s Heart Bible Study, Golden Scroll Bible Study of the Year

Growing a Peaceful Heart, Golden Scroll Award

52 Weekly Devotions for Family Prayer, Golden Scroll Education Book of the Year

AWSA (Advance Writers and SpeakersAssociation of 1100+Christian Women) Board of Directors, content coordinator

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www.godcenteredconcept.com

Kingdom Cross Roads Podcast is a part of The God Centered Concept.

What happens when the person everyone assumes needs ministry becomes the one doing the ministering?

Recorded at the Christian Product Expo (CPE) Summer 2026 in St. Charles, Missouri, TS Wright sits down with award-winning author Michael Dunn to discuss his faith journey and his book, His Name Was John Whitman: A Life Shared.

Michael shares how his Christian upbringing, years of ministry involvement, and 24-year career as a New York police officer helped shape his understanding of faith, people, tragedy, and the transforming power of God's truth.

At the center of Michael's novel is John Whitman, a homeless man who becomes the person sharing faith with those around him. Rather than portraying the homeless character simply as someone who needs to be evangelized, Michael turns the traditional narrative around: John becomes the evangelist.

Through his encounters with Alan, a worldly businessman initially resistant to him, John's testimony and life begin breaking through barriers and ultimately point Alan toward faith in Christ.

Michael describes the book as a fictional story carrying a very real message: the Gospel of Jesus Christ, the grace of God, and the responsibility of believers to take their faith outside the church walls.

In this conversation, TS Wright and Michael discuss:

• Why evangelism must extend beyond the walls of the local church
• The difference between evangelism and discipleship
• Why Christians sometimes hesitate to share their faith
• How personal testimony can open doors for the Gospel
• Ministering to homeless and marginalized communities
• How tragedy, loss, and addiction are addressed through the story
• Why sharing the Gospel does not have to be complicated
• The importance of planting spiritual seeds
• Helping new believers become discipled and spiritually strong
• The Great Commission responsibility to evangelize and then disciple others

Michael also explains a practice he uses when giving the book to Christians: encouraging them not only to read it, but to give another copy to someone for whom they have been praying.

The central message is simple but urgent:

God loves us. Sin separates us from God. Jesus Christ became the bridge that we could never build ourselves. Salvation is God's free gift, but each person must personally receive Christ by faith.

And once believers receive that message, we are called to share it.

As TS Wright reminds listeners, evangelism does not require knowing everything. It begins with knowing Christ, sharing what He has done, and allowing God to use your testimony to reach someone else.

ABOUT THE BOOK

His Name Was John Whitman: A Life Shared was released in 2025 after approximately ten years of development. Michael describes the short novel as a Gospel-centered story intended for readers ranging from teenagers to older adults, addressing themes including faith, homelessness, tragedy, addiction, loss, salvation, grace, and personal evangelism.

CALL TO ACTION

Who in your life needs to hear the message of God's grace? Share this episode with them today. Then subscribe to Kingdom Cross Roads Podcast, leave a review, and help us take the Gospel beyond the walls of the church. Most importantly, ask God to show you one person with whom you can share your faith this week. Go forth in total surrender to the One who owns and reigns over all creation—and let a Great Harvest begin.

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What happens when grief is buried instead of processed—and how can God use even our deepest pain to transform our lives?

In this special CPE Summer 2026 edition of Kingdom Cross Roads Podcast, T.S. Wright sits down with returning guest and award-winning author Cassandra Armstrong to discuss her book, Growth in the Grief.

Cassandra shares how the loss of her mother became the catalyst that caused her to confront years of unresolved grief. Through journaling, prayer, and seeking God, what began as a private healing process eventually developed into a book designed to help others recognize that grief reaches far beyond the death of a loved one.

During this conversation, Cassandra speaks candidly about experiencing the loss of her infant daughter to SIDS, sexual assault during her military service, regret over decisions from earlier seasons of her life, and the tendency to compartmentalize pain rather than truly process it.

She explains how God began showing her that grief could become more than something to survive—it could become part of a refining process.

Drawing from the biblical principle that suffering produces perseverance and perseverance produces character, Cassandra and T.S. explore how believers can bring pain, regret, unanswered questions, and loss to the foot of the Cross rather than allowing those experiences to control their future.

The conversation also addresses the reality of continuing life after loss—the empty chair at Christmas, the responsibilities that remain, and the challenge of moving forward while still carrying a story that has permanently changed you.

One of Cassandra’s central messages is simple but powerful: we do not always understand God's plan, but we can learn to trust Him in the middle of it.

Through genuine repentance, surrender, prayer, and dependence upon God, Cassandra describes discovering the kind of peace that Scripture says surpasses all understanding.

IN THIS EPISODE

Listeners will hear about:

• How Growth in the Grief developed from Cassandra's personal journals
• Why unresolved grief can affect later seasons of life
• The danger of compartmentalizing pain
• Grieving more than the physical death of a loved one
• Processing regret and past decisions through repentance and faith
• Cassandra's journey after losing her eight-day-old daughter to SIDS
• Moving beyond self-blame and learning to trust God's plan
• How suffering can produce perseverance and character
• Continuing to live faithfully after devastating loss
• Bringing grief and pain to the foot of the Cross
• How God can use our testimony to help someone else know they are not alone
• Finding the peace of God even when circumstances cannot be explained

KEY MESSAGE

Your grief does not have to become the end of your story. When pain is surrendered to God, He can use even seasons of suffering to refine your character, deepen your faith, and turn your testimony into hope for someone else.

CALL TO ACTION

If you or someone you love is walking through grief, loss, regret, or a painful season, share this episode with them and remind them that they do not have to walk through it alone.

Pick up Cassandra Armstrong’s book, Growth in the Grief, through major booksellers, and connect with her ministry and work.

Then subscribe to Kingdom Cross Roads Podcast, share this episode, and join us as we continue bringing you conversations designed to strengthen your faith, deepen your understanding of God's Kingdom, and equip you to walk out your calling in Jesus Christ.

KEYWORDS / TAGS

Cassandra Armstrong, Growth in the Grief, grief and faith, Christian grief, Christian grief counseling, healing from grief, overcoming grief, grief recovery, God and grief, faith through grief, finding God in suffering, Christian healing, emotional healing, healing through Jesus, processing grief, unresolved grief, loss of a child, infant loss, SIDS, grief after losing a parent, trusting God through loss, Christian testimony, overcoming trauma, faith after trauma, repentance and healing, God's peace, peace that surpasses understanding, suffering produces perseverance, Romans 5, Christian encouragement, Christian author, Christian books, CPE 2026, Christian Product Expo, Kingdom Cross Roads Podcast, TS Wright, T.S. Wright, Christian podcast, faith podcast, Kingdom of God, Christian interviews

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What would happen if the presence of God began transforming churches, communities, and ultimately a nation?

Recorded live at the Consumer Product Expo Summer 2026 in St. Charles, Missouri, T.S. Wright welcomes author and ministry leader Tom Donnan to Kingdom Cross Roads Podcast for a powerful conversation about spiritual awakening, healing, prayer, and America's need to return to God.

Tom shares the extraordinary dream that became the foundation for his book Healing the Nation. In the dream, he was shown an inheritance connected to the heartland of America—an inheritance he came to understand as the presence of God being released to pastors and churches while bringing healing to the land.

Tom and T.S. discuss the biblical principle of 2 Chronicles 7:14 and the need for humility, repentance, prayer, and seeking God as essential elements of national and spiritual restoration.

Tom also shares accounts from his ministry involving dreams, visions, supernatural encounters, spiritual deliverance, healing, and churches experiencing dramatic changes after seeking the presence of the Holy Spirit.

In this episode:

• Why Tom describes himself as an “experiential Christian”
• The dream that inspired Healing the Nation
• The spiritual inheritance Tom believes God desires to release
• Why pastors and churches are central to spiritual transformation
• The connection between healing the land and revival
• 2 Chronicles 7:14 as a biblical pattern for restoration
• Dreams, visions, angels, and spiritual warfare
• Testimonies of supernatural healing
• The continuing ministry and power of the Holy Spirit
• The spiritual significance of the Holy Spirit's wind, fire, water, oil, and power
• Why America is at a spiritual crossroads
• The importance of submitting to the authority of Jesus Christ

Tom also introduces his other books, including One Door Between Us and 714 Angels on Assignment.

Learn More About Tom Donnan

Visit ZoeHealingMinistries.com to learn more about Tom's ministry and writings.

KEYWORDS

Tom Donnan, Healing the Nation, Kingdom Cross Roads Podcast, Kingdom Crossroads Podcast, TS Wright, CPE Summer 2026, Consumer Product Expo 2026, Christian podcast, Holy Spirit, spiritual awakening, Christian revival, healing the nation, supernatural healing, divine healing, spiritual warfare, dreams and visions, Christian prophecy, 2 Chronicles 7:14, prayer for America, national revival, healing the land, presence of God, Pentecostal Christianity, Holy Spirit power, Christian ministry, Zoe Healing Ministries, 714 Angels on Assignment, One Door Between Us, spiritual deliverance, Jesus Christ, biblical healing, church revival, American revival

CALL TO ACTION

If this conversation encouraged you, share this episode with someone who is praying for revival and healing in America. Subscribe to Kingdom Cross Roads Podcast so you don't miss upcoming conversations with Christian authors, ministry leaders, and voices carrying messages of faith, hope, and transformation through Jesus Christ. Visit ZoeHealingMinistries.com to learn more about Tom Donnan and his ministry.

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What happens when unforgiveness takes root in the heart?

In this powerful return appearance on Kingdom Cross Roads Podcast, T.S. Wright welcomes Beatty Carmichael, author of The Prayer of Freedom, for a biblical discussion about unforgiveness, bitterness, judgment, healing, and spiritual freedom.

Drawing from Matthew 18 and the Parable of the Unmerciful Servant, Beatty explains why he believes forgiveness is not simply an emotional choice but an important spiritual principle with real consequences in the life of a believer.

Beatty shares several personal testimonies from his ministry involving people who experienced dramatic changes after choosing to forgive those who had hurt them. He discusses accounts involving chronic pain, rheumatoid arthritis, neuropathy, impaired vision, anxiety, and other persistent struggles, connecting these experiences to his understanding of biblical forgiveness, repentance, and prayer.

The conversation also examines the danger of judging others. Beatty points to Jesus' teaching about judgment and discusses how bitterness, unforgiveness, and negative judgments can become intertwined.

In This Episode, You'll Hear About:

• Why unforgiveness can become a major spiritual hindrance
• Jesus' teaching on forgiveness in Matthew 18
• The Parable of the Unmerciful Servant
• The relationship between bitterness, unforgiveness, and judgment
• Beatty's personal testimonies of prayer and healing
• Why repentance is central to Beatty's Prayer of Freedom teaching
• The importance of forgiving others from the heart
• How judgments against others can remain unresolved for years
• Biblical passages Beatty connects with repentance, sickness, and prayer
• How believers can pursue greater spiritual freedom through obedience to God's Word

Scriptures Discussed

Matthew 18 — Forgiveness and the Parable of the Unmerciful Servant

Matthew 7:1–5 — Judgment and the speck and the log

Deuteronomy 28:58–61 — Disobedience and its consequences

James 5:14–16 — Prayer, confession, forgiveness, and healing

About Beatty Carmichael

Beatty Carmichael is the author of The Prayer of Freedom, a book centered on biblical principles of repentance, forgiveness, prayer, and spiritual freedom. Through his teaching and ministry, Beatty encourages believers to examine unresolved spiritual issues and apply biblical principles to areas of bondage, pain, and personal struggle.

Learn more about Beatty and The Prayer of Freedom at:

ThePrayerOfFreedom.com

CALL TO ACTION

Is there someone you still need to forgive?

Ask the Holy Spirit to search your heart for unforgiveness, bitterness, or judgment that you may still be carrying. Choose forgiveness, return to the Word of God, and pursue the freedom Christ has provided.

Then share this episode with someone who needs encouragement to forgive, heal, and move forward.

Subscribe to Kingdom Cross Roads Podcast, share this episode, and join us as we proclaim the Word of God, equip the Body of Christ, and prepare for the Great Harvest.

Go forth in total surrender to the One who owns and reigns over all creation—and let the Great Harvest begin!

KEYWORDS / TAGS

Beatty Carmichael, The Prayer of Freedom, unforgiveness, forgiveness, bitterness, biblical forgiveness, Christian healing, spiritual healing, prayer for healing, spiritual freedom, Christian deliverance, repentance, judgment, judging others, Matthew 18, unmerciful servant, James 5, healing prayer, Holy Spirit, gifts of the Spirit, Christian podcast, Kingdom Cross Roads Podcast, T.S. Wright, Christian discipleship, biblical teaching, freedom in Christ, overcoming bitterness, forgiveness and healing, power of forgiveness, prayer ministry, Christian testimony, biblical repentance, Great Harvest

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What does it mean to build a Christ-centered home in a culture where truth, identity, marriage, family, and traditional roles are increasingly being redefined?

Recorded live at Christian Product Expo (CPE) Summer 2026 in St. Charles, Missouri, T.S. Wright welcomes back award-winning author Gina Romero, author of Welcome Home: A Guide to Homemaking from the Heart and host of the Welcome Home by Gina podcast.

Gina shares why Christian women should resist allowing culture to define their calling and instead return to the Word of God for direction. Rather than reducing biblical womanhood to a cultural stereotype or a rigid “trad wife” formula, Gina emphasizes surrendering our ambitions, responsibilities, careers, marriages, homes, and families to the individual calling God has placed upon our lives.

T.S. and Gina discuss the changing roles of men and women, the Proverbs 31 woman, marriage, motherhood, working outside the home, spiritual leadership, discipleship of children, and the need for both husbands and wives to submit their lives fully to Jesus Christ.

They also confront a growing challenge facing the Church: Christians becoming increasingly influenced by cultural ideologies, progressive Christianity, New Age practices, technology, and competing definitions of truth while spending less time actually reading Scripture.

At the center of the conversation is a simple but urgent message:

Jesus Christ must remain the standard of truth, and the Word of God must remain the foundation of the Christian home.

In This Episode

• Gina Romero's award-winning book Welcome Home
• Christian homemaking in the modern world
• Biblical womanhood versus cultural stereotypes
• The Proverbs 31 woman and women in business
• Working mothers and stay-at-home mothers
• God's individual calling for Christian women
• Marriage, submission, sacrifice, and Ephesians 5
• The responsibility of Christian husbands and wives
• Discipling children inside the home
• Why Christians must return to reading the Bible
• Technology, distraction, and spiritual priorities
• Progressive Christianity and New Age influence
• Taking every thought captive to Christ
• The spiritual importance of mothers and families
• Being an example of Christ in the workplace and home
• Evangelism and planting seeds for the Kingdom of God
• Gina's Welcome Home by Gina podcast and ministry

Featured Scriptures

Jeremiah 29:11

Ephesians 2:10

Ephesians 5:22–33

Proverbs 31

2 Corinthians 10:5

Ephesians 6:10–18

Keywords

Gina Romero, Gina Romero Welcome Home, Welcome Home by Gina, Christian homemaking, Christian homemaker, biblical womanhood, Christian women, Christian motherhood, Christian marriage, Christian family, Christ centered home, biblical family, family discipleship, discipling children, Proverbs 31 woman, women of faith, Christian wife, Christian mom, working Christian women, stay at home mom, biblical truth, Christian living, Bible teaching, progressive Christianity, New Age Christianity, spiritual warfare, taking every thought captive, Christian parenting, Kingdom Cross Roads Podcast, T.S. Wright, TS Wright, Christian Product Expo, CPE 2026, CPE Summer 2026, Christian podcast, faith and family, Jesus Christ, Word of God

Call to Action

If this conversation encouraged you, subscribe to Kingdom Cross Roads Podcast, share this episode with a Christian wife, mother, husband, or family who needs to hear it, and leave a rating or review to help us reach more people with biblical truth.

Connect with Gina Romero through Welcome Home by Gina and listen to her podcast wherever you get your podcasts.

And keep coming back to Kingdom Cross Roads Podcast as we continue conversations designed to strengthen believers, equip the Church, and point people back to Jesus Christ and the truth of God's Word.

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What happens when a nation blessed by God begins to forget the One who blessed it?

In this special Kingdom Cross Roads Podcast interview recorded at the Christian Product Expo (CPE) Summer 2026, host TS Wright sits down with award-winning author Jolie Vogliardo to discuss her book, America, the Sleeping Giant and Her Slumbering Church.

Jolie shares her testimony of being raised in an atheistic home, coming to Christ at age 18, and developing a deep love for Scripture that ultimately shaped her ministry and writing.

Drawing heavily from Ezekiel 16, Jolie explains why she sees striking parallels between ancient Israel and modern America. Israel experienced extraordinary blessing but repeatedly turned away from God—and Jolie believes America and much of the American church face a similar spiritual crisis.

The conversation explores the dangers of complacency, materialism, cultural distraction, misplaced trust in political and religious leaders, addiction, idolatry, and spiritual lukewarmness.

Jolie also draws a compelling comparison to Samson, who was called to be a deliverer but fell asleep in the lap of Delilah. Could the American church likewise be sleeping while surrounded by forces seeking to weaken its spiritual influence?

TS Wright and Jolie emphasize that the answer is not ultimately found in political parties, personalities, governments, or earthly systems. Jesus Christ and the Kingdom of God must remain first.

Yet this episode is not a message of hopelessness.

Jolie points listeners toward Psalm 139:23–24 and the necessity of personal examination, repentance, renewed love for Jesus, and wholehearted obedience to God. Before attempting to change a nation, believers must allow God to search and transform their own hearts.

In this episode:

• Jolie's journey from an atheistic upbringing to faith in Jesus Christ
• The message behind America, the Sleeping Giant and Her Slumbering Church
• Parallels between ancient Israel and modern America
• Why Ezekiel 16 became foundational to Jolie's message
• The danger of complacency and lukewarm Christianity
• Samson as a prophetic picture of a sleeping church
• Why believers cannot place ultimate trust in political leaders
• Recognizing modern forms of idolatry
• Psalm 139 and the importance of personal repentance
• Seeking first the Kingdom of God
• Why Jolie believes there is still hope for America and the American church
• God's continuing calling and purpose for individual believers

Jolie's central message is clear: America may be spiritually asleep, but awakening is still possible when God's people return to Him with humility, repentance, fervency, and wholehearted devotion.

CONNECT WITH JOLIE

Learn more about Jolie and her ministry at:

PursueHoliness.com

Her book, America, the Sleeping Giant and Her Slumbering Church, is also available through major book retailers.

KEYWORDS / TAGS

Jolie Vogliardo, America the Sleeping Giant, Her Slumbering Church, Christian Product Expo, CPE 2026, Kingdom Cross Roads Podcast, TS Wright, American church, sleeping church, spiritual awakening, Christian revival, repentance, Ezekiel 16, ancient Israel, America and Israel, biblical prophecy, Christian discipleship, lukewarm church, Samson and Delilah, church complacency, spiritual complacency, Christian culture, Kingdom of God, seek first the Kingdom, Psalm 139, Christian authors, Christian books, Christian podcast, faith in America, revival in America, awakening the church, holiness, Pursue Holiness, Jesus Christ, biblical worldview

CALL TO ACTION

Is the Church asleep—or is God calling His people to awaken?

If this conversation challenged you, don't keep it to yourself. Follow Kingdom Cross Roads Podcast on Captivate, subscribe on your favorite podcast platform, share this episode with someone who needs to hear it, and join us as we continue equipping believers to put Jesus Christ and the Kingdom of God first.

Then ask the question Jolie raises in this episode: “Lord, what needs to awaken in me?”

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What happens when life suddenly becomes nothing like the future you planned?

Recorded at the Christian Product Expo (CPE) Summer 2026 in St. Charles, Missouri, T.S. Wright sits down with bestselling author and speaker Carol Kent for a powerful conversation about faith, heartbreak, surrender, and finding hope when circumstances seem impossible.

Carol shares the deeply personal story of her son, Jason, a U.S. Naval Academy graduate whose life changed forever after he was convicted of first-degree murder and sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole.

For Carol and her husband, Gene, the journey brought overwhelming grief, unanswered questions, and a new reality they never could have imagined. Yet in the middle of that brokenness, they discovered an enduring truth: when God seems absent, He is still present.

Carol explains how her family learned to surrender what they could not control, choose life rather than emotional defeat, and allow their pain to become a platform for sharing the hope of Jesus Christ.

She also shares how Jason has used his years in prison to minister to other inmates, encourage men in their faith, mentor those around him, and point others toward Christ.

The conversation explores themes from Carol’s books When I Lay My Isaac Down and A New Kind of Normal, including what it means to trust God when life does not have a neat or tidy ending.

IN THIS EPISODE

• Carol Kent’s journey through an unimaginable family crisis
• Learning to recognize God’s presence in seasons of suffering
• Surrendering what we cannot control
• Choosing life, gratitude, and purpose in difficult circumstances
• Why vulnerability can open doors for ministry
• The importance of simply weeping with those who are hurting
• How God can redeem suffering without minimizing its consequences
• Jason Kent’s ministry and influence among fellow inmates
• Prison ministry and caring for incarcerated people and their families
• Finding purpose when your prayers have not yet been answered
• Believing that God is still at work among the ruins

Carol’s testimony reminds us that our circumstances do not have the final word. Even when life is broken, painful, or far different from what we expected, Jesus remains our hope—and God can still use our story for His glory.

KEYWORDS

Carol Kent, Carol Kent interview, Kingdom Cross Roads Podcast, TS Wright, Christian Product Expo, CPE Summer 2026, Christian podcast, unshakable faith, faith in difficult circumstances, Christian encouragement, hope in suffering, trusting God, surrender to God, Jesus Christ, prison ministry, Christian testimony, When I Lay My Isaac Down, A New Kind of Normal, overcoming tragedy, faith through suffering, God in difficult circumstances, Christian authors, biblical hope, Christian ministry, testimony of hope

CALL TO ACTION

If Carol’s testimony encouraged you, subscribe to Kingdom Cross Roads Podcast, share this episode with someone walking through a difficult season, and leave a review to help more people discover conversations that point them toward the hope of Jesus Christ.

And remember: your circumstances may change, your plans may be shattered, and the road ahead may look nothing like you expected—but God is still present, God is still working, and there is still hope because Jesus lives.

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What does it really mean to know who you are in Christ?

In this special Kingdom Cross Roads Podcast interview from CPE Summer 2026 in St. Charles, Missouri, TS Wright sits down with award-winning author Mary Armand, author of Uniquely Made, to discuss the life-changing importance of understanding and living from our identity in Jesus Christ.

Mary shares her personal journey of growing up in the church, searching for fulfillment, and eventually coming to the realization that lasting confidence and purpose could only be found in Christ. That journey became the foundation for Uniquely Made, a 35-day Bible study designed to help believers move beyond simply identifying as Christians and begin living with the freedom, forgiveness, confidence, and purpose that come from knowing who they are in Christ.

Mary explains the COR framework that shapes the study:

C — Christ: Our identity begins with Jesus Christ.

O — Ourselves: We honestly examine ourselves and the areas where God is transforming us.

R — Relationships: A healthy identity in Christ changes the way we relate to others.

From there, believers move outward into their external purpose—using their God-given abilities and passions to serve others where God has called them.

TS and Mary also discuss what Mary calls “identity thieves”—fear, discouragement, disappointment, loneliness, unforgiveness, bitterness, and comparison. These forces can quickly distract believers from what God has declared about them.

The answer is to remain rooted in God’s Word, prayer, worship, and the truth of who Christ says we are.

The conversation also explores:

• What Romans 6:4 teaches about walking in newness of life

• Why Mary uses the transformation from caterpillar to butterfly as a picture of Christian identity

• How Psalm 139 reveals that we are uniquely made and deeply known by God

• Why fear can cripple Christian faith

• How comparison—especially through social media—distorts our understanding of ourselves

• Why there is “no win in comparison”

• How believers can live as ambassadors for Christ

• Why identity in Christ is not about achieving perfection, but about walking with Jesus day by day

• How Scripture and prayer renew our minds when circumstances challenge our identity

Mary’s message is simple but powerful: the world does not get to define you. Your failures do not define you. Fear does not define you. Comparison does not define you. Your identity is rooted in Jesus Christ.

Whether you are struggling with insecurity, comparison, fear, discouragement, or questions about your God-given purpose, this conversation will encourage you to return to Scripture and rediscover who God says you are.

Featured Scripture:

Romans 6:4

Psalm 139

2 Corinthians 5:20

Featured Book:

Uniquely Made by Mary Armand

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Human trafficking is not simply a problem happening somewhere else in the world. It is a present-day form of slavery affecting vulnerable people in communities across the United States and around the globe.

In this special Kingdom Cross Roads Podcast interview from Christian Product Expo Summer 2026 in St. Charles, Missouri, TS Wright sits down with author and former trial attorney Dan Stephenson to discuss his book, Noonday Light: Mobilizing the Church to Fight Modern Slavery.

Dan shares how his life changed after taking a pro bono case involving a 13-year-old girl who had been trafficked from Mexico into the United States and exploited in a sex-trafficking operation. Hearing her story and studying Scripture—particularly passages calling believers to defend the oppressed—helped turn human trafficking from a legal issue into a personal Christian calling.

Dan explains why he believes the Church should be on the front lines of confronting modern slavery. His message is not limited to identifying the problem; Noonday Light is designed to answer the question Christians repeatedly ask:

“What can I do?”

In this conversation, Dan and TS discuss:

• Why human trafficking should concern every Christian.
• The connection between modern trafficking and the biblical call to defend the oppressed.
• Why human trafficking includes more than child sex trafficking.
• How traffickers increasingly use the internet to target vulnerable people.
• The importance of awareness and prevention.
• Why prayer is essential in confronting trafficking as a spiritual battle.
• How churches can partner with established anti-trafficking organizations.
• Ways believers can give, volunteer, advocate, pray, or even enter full-time ministry in this field.
• Why traffickers themselves should not be excluded from prayer and evangelism.
• How transformed former traffickers can potentially become powerful allies in combating exploitation.
• Why the Church must move beyond comfortable issues and respond when God calls believers into difficult areas of ministry.

Dan challenges Christians not merely to acknowledge the evil of trafficking, but to become informed, pray, support organizations already doing the work, and ask God where they personally can become involved.

The title Noonday Light draws from Isaiah 58:10 and the biblical picture of God's people spending themselves on behalf of the hungry and oppressed so that their light rises in the darkness. Dan's vision is that Christians carrying the light of Jesus into the darkness of human trafficking can simultaneously help those being oppressed and point people toward Christ—the ultimate giver of freedom.

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Call to Action

Human trafficking is a darkness the Church cannot afford to ignore. Learn the signs, pray for victims, survivors, law enforcement, ministries—and even traffickers who need transformation—and find a trusted organization you or your church can support. Pick up Dan Stephenson's Noonday Light: Mobilizing the Church to Fight Modern Slavery, explore the resources discussed in this episode, and ask God one simple question: “What would You have me do?” Then be willing to act when He answers.

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What does Scripture really reveal about the role of women in God’s redemptive plan?

Recorded at CPE Summer 2026, TS Wright welcomes author and Bible teacher Jamie Hulker to Kingdom Cross Roads Podcast for a conversation about God’s purpose, calling, and esteem for women throughout Scripture.

Jamie shares her journey from growing up in the church to studying Scripture deeply, serving in missions, attending seminary, writing Bible studies, and eventually addressing one of the most discussed issues in the modern Church: the biblical role and significance of women.

The conversation highlights Jamie’s books, including Esteemed: God and His View of Women and Entrusted: Women in God’s Redemptive Plan – Profoundly Loved, Purposefully Included.

Rather than approaching the subject as a political or theological battleground, Jamie emphasizes returning to Scripture and examining how God actually worked through women from Genesis through the early Church.

TS and Jamie discuss biblical examples including Deborah, Mary Magdalene, Lydia, Phoebe, Priscilla, Junia, and the women Paul identifies as coworkers and hard workers in the Gospel.

A major focus of the episode is Mary Magdalene. She faithfully followed Jesus through His crucifixion, witnessed His burial, encountered the risen Christ, and was entrusted with the extraordinary responsibility of announcing His resurrection.

The episode also examines how cultural assumptions can sometimes influence Christian interpretation and why believers should distinguish biblical teaching from traditions that may have developed later.

Jamie’s central message is simple but powerful: God is better than we have imagined, He profoundly loves women, and He purposefully includes them in His redemptive work.

This conversation encourages both men and women to recognize that God works through willing, faithful believers and that the Body of Christ is strongest when believers honor one another while keeping Jesus and His redemptive mission at the center.

In This Episode

• Jamie Hulker’s personal faith journey
• Studying Scripture verse by verse
• Women throughout God’s redemptive plan
• Deborah’s leadership in Judges
• Mary Magdalene and the resurrection of Jesus
• Lydia and the Gospel entering Europe
• Phoebe, Priscilla, Junia, and Romans 16
• Paul’s relationship with female coworkers
• Biblical calling versus cultural expectations
• Why secondary theological issues should not divide the Church
• Men and women working together in the Body of Christ
• Faithfulness, obedience, calling, and Christian purpose
• Restoring biblical conversations that honor God and one another

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Are you ready to look again at what Scripture says about the men and women God uses to accomplish His purposes? Explore Jamie Hulker’s books Esteemed and Entrusted, share this episode with someone who wants to go deeper into God’s Word, and subscribe to Kingdom Cross Roads Podcast for more biblical teaching, Christian authors, testimonies, and conversations designed to strengthen your faith and equip you for your Kingdom purpose.

Follow, subscribe, and share Kingdom Cross Roads Podcast—and help us take the message of Jesus Christ to the crossroads of culture, faith, and everyday life.

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n this special CPE Summer 2026 episode of Kingdom Cross Roads Podcast, T.S. Wright sits down with Dr. Michael “Mike” Manahan, author of The Great Contest, for a conversation about faith, trials, biblical truth, and the transforming work of God.

Dr. Manahan brings an unusual combination of theological and scientific training to the discussion. His academic background includes mathematics and physics, nuclear engineering and physics, and advanced study at MIT, alongside a master’s degree in theology. He also shares from decades of ministry experience, including 36 years serving as a volunteer prison chaplain.

At the heart of the conversation is a challenging biblical question: Why does God test His people?

Drawing from James’ teaching to “count it all joy” when believers face trials, Dr. Manahan explains his view that the tests and “contests” found throughout Scripture are part of God’s work of developing character, producing sanctification, and preparing His people for His Kingdom. The conversation traces this theme from the Garden of Eden through figures in the Old and New Testaments.

Dr. Manahan also discusses several major theological themes addressed in The Great Contest, including:

• Why the Tree of the Knowledge of Good and Evil was present in Eden
• The biblical purpose of testing, trials, and suffering
• How adversity can become an instrument of spiritual transformation
• The reality of hell and the importance of proclaiming the full Gospel
• Why Genesis 1–3 is foundational to understanding the biblical story
• Creation versus evolution and the Big Bang
• The first and second laws of thermodynamics
• The relationship between scientific inquiry and Christian faith
• Humanity’s ultimate purpose of glorifying God
• Why believers should be able to look back and see evidence of spiritual growth

T.S. and Dr. Manahan also emphasize that Jesus Christ can reach anyone, regardless of a person’s past, and that the believer’s life must remain rooted in the truth of God’s Word.

Dr. Manahan leaves listeners with a powerful perspective: trials should not merely be viewed as obstacles to escape. They can become evidence of God actively shaping character and preparing His people for what lies ahead.

Key Scripture Themes Mentioned

James 1 — Counting trials as joy and understanding their role in spiritual development.

Genesis 1–3 — God as Creator, God’s original intention for humanity, the Fall, and the beginning of humanity’s need for redemption.

Isaiah 43 — Humanity created for the glory of God.

Psalm 115:1 — Glory belonging not to us, but to the name of the Lord.

Matthew 10:28 — Jesus’ warning concerning judgment and the reality of hell.

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If this conversation challenged you to see your trials differently, share this episode with someone who needs encouragement today. Subscribe to Kingdom Cross Roads Podcast so you don’t miss more conversations with Christian authors, ministers, teachers, and Kingdom leaders.

And be sure to look for Dr. Michael Manahan’s book, The Great Contest, available on Amazon, and discover how the tests, trials, and contests found throughout Scripture can help us better understand God’s work in our own lives.

Like, follow, subscribe, and share Kingdom Cross Roads Podcast—and help us take biblical truth to the crossroads of the world.

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What if some of the most important opportunities for discipleship happen in the ordinary moments of everyday family life?

In this special CPE Summer 2026 episode of the Kingdom Cross Roads Podcast, host T.S. Wright sits down with author Bitsy Kemper to discuss her book, Mommy and Me Micro-Moments: Nurturing Faith and Sharing Laughs. Bitsy explains how her desire to help mothers recognize the importance of small moments with their children led her to create an interactive devotional designed around connection, laughter, prayer, Scripture, and faith.

Bitsy emphasizes that mothers do not need to add another complicated responsibility to an already busy day. Instead, ordinary activities—tying a child's shoes, putting on a coat, opening a door, or simply making eye contact—can become meaningful opportunities to communicate love and strengthen the parent-child relationship.

T.S. and Bitsy also explore the biblical significance of discipleship beginning in the home. Parents have an opportunity to establish a spiritual foundation while their children are young, preparing them to understand prayer, Scripture, faith, and what it means to follow Jesus.

Bitsy's devotional is intentionally accessible even for parents who may not feel confident praying or teaching Scripture. Each entry provides a Bible verse, interactive conversation, shared prayer, and encouragement for the mother—requiring virtually no preparation beyond showing up and spending a few intentional minutes together.

In This Episode

• Why motherhood can be understood as ministry
• Turning ordinary moments into opportunities for meaningful connection
• Why eye contact and focused attention matter to children
• Introducing children to faith and discipleship while they are young
• How parents can model being disciples while raising future disciples
• Helping mothers who may not have grown up with strong biblical foundations
• Using Scripture, prayer, humor, and interaction to make faith approachable
• Why discipleship does not begin only at church
• The importance of being spiritually intentional without making family life complicated
• Why every moment counts

Featured Resource

Mommy and Me Micro-Moments: Nurturing Faith and Sharing Laughs — Bitsy Kemper

A practical, interactive devotional helping mothers and children connect through Scripture, prayer, conversation, laughter, and intentional moments together.

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Call to Action

Parents, the discipleship of the next generation can begin with the moments already in front of you. Make eye contact, share Scripture, pray together, laugh together, and intentionally point your children toward Jesus. Pick up Bitsy Kemper's Mommy and Me Micro-Moments: Nurturing Faith and Sharing Laughs, share this episode with another parent or grandparent, and subscribe to the Kingdom Cross Roads Podcast for more conversations designed to equip believers to live out the Great Commission.

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Recorded live at CPE Summer 2026 in St. Charles, Missouri, TS Wright welcomes author, television personality, and filmmaker Julie Castro to Kingdom Cross Roads Podcast.

Julie shares the story behind her book, On Earth as It Is in Heaven: A Personal Allegory, and explains how a painful season involving divorce, rejection, waiting, and spiritual healing became part of a much larger journey with God. What began as a personal testimony eventually helped prepare her for television production and, ultimately, producing a movie.

At the heart of Julie’s testimony is a simple principle: say yes to God.

Julie discusses what it means to follow the leading of the Holy Spirit when you cannot see where the journey will take you. She describes how God used seemingly disconnected seasons of her life—writing, healing, television, and filmmaking—“line upon line, precept upon precept” to prepare her for what came next.

TS and Julie also explore the importance of waiting on God, recognizing His voice, obeying even when His direction seems unusual, and understanding that the ultimate purpose of the believer’s life is to glorify God.

In this episode, discover:

• Why saying yes to God can lead to an extraordinary life of faith.
• How painful seasons can become part of God's healing process.
• Why waiting is often an essential part of obedience.
• How Julie’s personal testimony became On Earth as It Is in Heaven.
• Why aspiring Christian authors should begin writing when they sense God calling them.
• How small beginnings can prepare believers for much larger assignments.
• Why increasing obedience strengthens faith and prepares us for greater responsibility.
• How our individual stories can ultimately point people back to Jesus Christ.

Julie closes with a powerful encouragement: do not despise small beginnings. What God is doing today may be preparation for an assignment you cannot yet see. Be faithful, remain obedient, and allow Him to receive the glory through your story.

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Call to Action

What is God asking you to say “yes” to today? Don’t despise the small beginning. Take the next step in faith, obey what God has placed before you, and trust Him with where the journey leads. Be sure to check out Julie Castro’s book, On Earth as It Is in Heaven: A Personal Allegory, and share this episode with someone who needs encouragement to keep believing, keep obeying, and keep moving forward with God. Subscribe to Kingdom Cross Roads Podcast so you don’t miss more testimonies, ministries, authors, and Kingdom conversations from CPE Summer 2026.

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In this special Kingdom Cross Roads Podcast interview recorded at CPE in St. Charles, Missouri, TS Wright sits down with author and biblical sexuality teacher Mark Richard, author of Sacred Sexuality: Grace and Truth Revealed in a Culture of Confusion.

Mark shares his personal testimony of leaving a same-sex relationship and describes how an encounter with the truth of Scripture changed the direction of his life. He explains how studying the Word of God confronted areas of compromise and ultimately led him toward repentance, transformation, and a new calling to teach on biblical sexuality.

Throughout the conversation, TS and Mark address the growing cultural conflict surrounding sexuality, identity, truth, and the authority of Scripture. Mark challenges ideas such as defining truth individually and argues that Christians must evaluate cultural messages through the standard of God's Word.

Mark also discusses the biblical framework presented in Sacred Sexuality, including his study of 185 Scriptures related to sexuality. The conversation examines God's design for sexual purity, holiness, marriage, singleness, celibacy, and the broader Christian call to live a life surrendered to Christ.

The discussion then turns toward one of the most difficult questions facing many Christian families today: How do believers minister to someone they love who is living contrary to their understanding of biblical sexuality?

Mark emphasizes several principles:

• Christians should first examine their own lives and walk in alignment with Scripture.
• Believers are called to share truth, but transforming another person is the work of the Holy Spirit.
• Prayer should be central to ministry and evangelism.
• Biblical truth should be communicated with both conviction and grace.
• No person is beyond the reach of God's mercy, forgiveness, and transforming power.

TS and Mark also broaden the discussion beyond homosexuality or transgender issues, emphasizing that biblical sexual ethics address pornography, masturbation, prostitution, adultery, sexual activity outside marriage, and other forms of sexual sin. Their central message is that every believer is called to repentance, holiness, and surrender regardless of the particular area of temptation or struggle.

The episode concludes with a message of hope: no one is too far gone for Jesus Christ. God's mercy remains available to those who turn to Him, and Christians are called to stand firmly upon biblical truth while extending grace to a culture searching for identity, meaning, and freedom.

Featured Guest: Mark Richard

Featured Book: Sacred Sexuality: Grace and Truth Revealed in a Culture of Confusion

Recorded at: CPE, St. Charles, Missouri

Host: TS Wright

Podcast: Kingdom Cross Roads Podcast

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What happens when a committed Christian leader finds herself trapped in a life-interfering habit she cannot seem to overcome?

In this episode of Kingdom Cross Roads Podcast, TS Wright sits down with author Rose Ann Forte during CPE Summer 2026 for a candid conversation about addiction, shame, transformation, neuroscience, Scripture, and the renewing power of God.

Rose Ann shares her personal journey of developing a severe alcohol problem while serving as both a church leader and an executive. After years of struggling with shame and asking why she could not stop, she entered a science-based program focused on neuroscience and changing thought patterns.

What she discovered surprised her: many of the principles being taught reflected biblical truth—but without acknowledging the King behind the Kingdom.

That realization helped lead Rose Ann to combine Scripture, prayer, meditation on God’s Word, gratitude, intentional practice, and principles of neuroscience into a Christian approach to personal transformation. Her journey ultimately led to the devotional Transformed by His Promises, developed in collaboration with Dr. Karl Benzio.

In this conversation, Rose Ann and TS discuss how these principles can apply not only to alcohol dependence, but to many kinds of life-interfering thoughts, emotions, behaviors, and habits—including unhealthy relationships with technology and other patterns that interfere with a believer’s relationship with God.

In This Episode

• Rose Ann’s journey from church leadership and alcohol dependence to freedom
• Overcoming shame associated with addiction and destructive habits
• Why changing behavior requires changing thought patterns
• The connection between neuroscience and biblical principles
• Renewing the mind through Scripture and intentional practice
• Understanding cognitive dissonance and competing thought patterns
• Why repetition helps create new habits
• The importance of Scripture memorization
• How journaling reinforces biblical truth
• The spiritual and psychological power of gratitude
• Replacing unhealthy habits rather than simply trying to eliminate them
• How everyday habits—such as reaching for a cell phone—can interfere with time with God
• Why transformation requires practice, persistence, and dependence upon God
• The biblical principle that practicing something can eventually produce patterns of slavery—or patterns of freedom
• Why age does not disqualify anyone from being transformed or used by God
• Rose Ann’s reminder that it is never too late for God to transform your life

Rose Ann emphasizes that transformation is not limited to overcoming dramatic addictions. Anything repeatedly interfering with your relationship with God, your thinking, your emotional health, or your ability to walk in your calling deserves attention.

One of the central messages of this episode is simple:

God is not finished with you.

Whether you are 40, 60, 80, or beyond, your past does not determine the limits of what God can still accomplish through your life. Rose Ann points to her own later-in-life transformation and TS highlights Moses, who was 80 years old when God called him into the defining assignment of his life.

If something in your life is not working, continue pursuing God.

Pursuing God is always the answer.

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If this conversation encouraged you, subscribe to Kingdom Cross Roads Podcast, share this episode with someone who may be struggling with a life-interfering habit, and leave a review so more people can discover these Kingdom conversations.

Be sure to learn more about Rose Ann Forte and her devotional Transformed by His Promises as you pursue greater freedom, renewed thinking, and a deeper relationship with God.

And remember: it is never too late for God to transform your life. Keep pursuing Him.

Subscribe. Share. Grow. And keep crossing roads for the Kingdom.

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How do you move from simply reading the Bible to truly studying, understanding, and applying God’s Word?

In this CPE Summer 2026 edition of Kingdom Cross Roads Podcast, host T. S. Wright welcomes Golden Scroll Awards finalist Judi Galloway for a practical conversation about developing a deeper relationship with God through Scripture.

Judi shares how she came to Christ as a child, grew up in a Christian home, and eventually began asking an important question: How do people learn to see so much in the Bible? That question helped launch her own journey into deeper Bible study.

After years of participating in guided Bible studies, Judi felt prompted to begin studying Scripture on her own. She began using a journaling approach based on the SOAP method — Scripture, Observation, Application, and Prayer — and discovered that writing while studying helped deepen her comprehension, retention, and communion with God.

That experience eventually became the foundation for her seven-week, 35-lesson Bible study workbook, Examining God’s Word: Breathe New Into Your Love for the Bible. The study combines Scripture passages, prompts, practical study skills, journaling, testimonies, and faith-building lessons designed to help readers immediately put what they are learning into practice.

In this episode, you’ll discover:

• Why believers should learn to examine Scripture for themselves.
• How journaling can improve Bible-study comprehension and retention.
• How the SOAP method can provide a starting framework for studying Scripture.
• Why Judi designed her study to work for both new Bible readers and experienced students.
• The importance of following the example of the Bereans by examining Scripture to determine whether what we are being taught is true.
• How Examining God’s Word uses faith as a recurring theme throughout its lessons.
• Why Bible study should ultimately lead to personal application and a deeper relationship with Jesus Christ.
• How believers can develop their own rhythm of studying and communing with God through His Word.

Judi also explains why the physical workbook format is important to her method: readers are encouraged to work directly with the lessons while keeping a separate journal where they record what God is teaching them. Her goal is not merely to provide information about Bible study but to teach people how to study Scripture themselves.

Whether you are opening the Bible seriously for the first time or have studied Scripture for decades, this conversation offers encouragement to keep digging deeper into God’s Word.

Featured Guest: Judi Galloway

Featured Book: Examining God’s Word: Breathe New Into Your Love for the Bible

Host: T. S. Wright

Podcast: Kingdom Cross Roads Podcast

Special Series: CPE Week / Golden Scroll Awards Authors

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Call to Action

Ready to go deeper into God’s Word? Explore Judi Galloway’s Examining God’s Word: Breathe New Into Your Love for the Bible and begin developing a more intentional rhythm of Scripture study, journaling, application, and prayer.

Then follow and subscribe to Kingdom Cross Roads Podcast so you don’t miss more CPE Week conversations with Christian authors, teachers, and ministry leaders.

And remember: don’t simply accept what you hear—open the Word, examine the Scriptures, and discover what God is saying for yourself.

Go forth in total surrender to the One who owns and reigns over all creation—and let the great harvest begin.

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Recorded to highlight CPE Christian Product Expo 2026, TS Wright welcomes acclaimed Christian author DiAnn Mills to Kingdom Cross Roads Podcast for a conversation about faith, fiction, perseverance, and responding to God’s call.

DiAnn introduces listeners to her suspense novel, Canyon of Deceit, a story set partly in the rugged Guadalupe Mountains of West Texas. The novel follows wilderness survival expert Therese Palmer and Texas Ranger Blaine as they search for a kidnapped Russian girl and uncover far more than they expected. DiAnn explains how extensive firsthand research—including visiting the remote Dog Canyon area and studying wilderness survival—helps her create believable settings and characters.

For DiAnn, storytelling is more than entertainment. She views writing as a form of ministry and intentionally brings a Christian worldview into her stories, showing characters confronting danger, uncertainty, and difficult choices while recognizing the sovereignty of God.

DiAnn also shares the story behind her writing career. After years of wanting to become a writer, her husband challenged her in 1996 to pursue writing full time and get something published within a year. She accepted the challenge, sold her first book, and never returned to her previous career. At the time of this interview, she says she is working on book 105.

She discusses the discipline required to become a professional writer: researching characters, studying successful books, learning the craft, setting daily word-count goals, staying aware of changes in publishing, praying, and continuing to grow.

DiAnn closes with a powerful challenge:

Whatever your age or stage of life, do not ignore the dream that refuses to let you go. Discover what God has placed in your heart, get the tools you need, and pursue it.

In this episode:

• DiAnn Mills and Canyon of Deceit
• Christian suspense and fiction from a biblical worldview
• Researching wilderness survival and the Texas Rangers
• Writing believable characters and settings
• Turning writing into ministry
• DiAnn’s journey from aspiring writer to published author
• Discipline, deadlines, and daily writing goals
• Staying current in the publishing industry
• Faith, courage, and responding to God’s call
• Why you should pursue the dream God has placed in your heart

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Call to Action

Are you carrying a dream or calling that just won’t let you go? DiAnn Mills’ challenge is simple: stop postponing what God has placed in your heart. Pray, prepare, get the tools you need, and respond to the call.

Pick up a copy of Canyon of Deceit by DiAnn Mills, explore her books and resources at DiAnnMills.com, and share this episode with someone who needs encouragement to pursue what God has called them to do.

Subscribe to Kingdom Cross Roads Podcast, leave a review, and share the program with your family, church, and friends.

Now go forth in total surrender to the One who owns and reigns over all creation—and let the Great Harvest begin!

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How should Christians share the Gospel in a world that may not understand—or even agree with—the Christian faith?

In this episode of Kingdom Cross Roads Podcast, host T. S. Wright welcomes back Rev. Stu Woods for a message from Colossians 4:2–18 about living as faithful witnesses for Jesus Christ.

Rev. Stu begins with Paul’s instruction to “devote yourselves to prayer, being watchful and thankful.” Prayer is not meant to be an occasional religious exercise. It is regular communication with our Heavenly Father—bringing Him our concerns, hopes, needs, struggles, and thanksgiving.

The message then turns to Paul’s remarkable perspective while imprisoned. Instead of focusing primarily on his difficult circumstances, Paul asked believers to pray that God would open a door for the Gospel and enable him to proclaim Christ clearly.

That same calling remains before believers today.

Rev. Stu challenges Christians to examine how they speak and behave toward those outside the faith. Our words and actions can either help someone move toward Christ or become an unnecessary obstacle.

Drawing from Colossians 4:5–6, he emphasizes:

• Be devoted to prayer.
• Remain watchful and thankful.
• Pray for God to open doors for the Gospel.
• Make the most of every opportunity.
• Treat those outside the faith with wisdom, kindness, and respect.
• Let your conversations be full of grace and “seasoned with salt.”
• Listen before answering.
• Grow in your knowledge of Scripture.
• Share your personal testimony and connect it to God’s Word.
• Remember that believers plant and water seeds, but God gives the growth.

One memorable challenge from the episode is the idea that there are “five Gospels”—Matthew, Mark, Luke, John, and you—because for many unbelievers, the life of a Christian may be the first testimony about Jesus they closely examine.

Rev. Stu calls this approach “gospel kindness”: speaking truth without abandoning grace, treating people with dignity, and allowing the character of Christ to be visible through our lives.

The episode concludes with the reminder that Christians are called to faithfully sow and water the seed of God’s Word while trusting the Holy Spirit with the results.

Scriptures Discussed

Colossians 4:2–18

Matthew 5:43–48

Luke 7:47

1 Corinthians 3:6–7

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Call to Action

Who has God placed in your life who needs to experience the grace and truth of Jesus Christ?

This week, devote yourself to prayer. Ask God to open a door for the Gospel, give you wisdom to recognize the opportunity, and help your words be full of grace and seasoned with salt.

Then be willing to step through that door.

If this message encouraged you, follow and subscribe to Kingdom Cross Roads Podcast, share this episode with someone who needs to hear it, and help us spread the Gospel around the world.

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In this special Kingdom Cross Roads Podcast interview from the Christian Product Expo Summer 2026, TS Wright welcomes returning guest Kathy Dye, whose Bible study The Song of Our Heart was selected as a Golden Scroll Awards finalist.

Kathy shares the deeply personal story behind the book, beginning with her mother’s battle with Alzheimer’s. Even when her mother could no longer recognize family members, she continued to remember and sing the words of beloved Christian hymns. That experience became part of the inspiration for Kathy’s message about the “song” God places within the life of a believer.

The conversation explores several important Psalms, including Psalm 1, Psalm 23, and especially Psalm 71, which became the foundation of Kathy’s Bible study. Psalm 71’s picture of looking back over a lifetime of God’s faithfulness—and then proclaiming His goodness to the next generation—became especially meaningful to Kathy as she entered a new season of life and ministry.

Kathy also encourages believers not to be afraid of sharing their testimony. Our witness does not always come through dramatic moments; often, we demonstrate God’s faithfulness through ordinary conversations, family relationships, teaching, serving, and faithfully walking with Christ each day.

In this episode:

• The story behind The Song of Our Heart
• Kathy Dye’s experience caring for her mother with Alzheimer’s
• Why hymns and worship can remain deeply rooted in the heart
• Lessons from Psalm 1 about being firmly planted in God’s Word
• Seeing God as Shepherd through Psalm 23
• Why Psalm 71 became Kathy’s favorite Psalm
• Remembering God’s faithfulness throughout every season of life
• Creating a spiritual timeline of God’s work in your life
• Sharing your testimony with confidence
• Passing faith and biblical truth to the next generation
• Finding hope, refuge, protection, and praise during seasons of fear and uncertainty

Kathy’s closing encouragement is simple and powerful: when facing fear or uncertainty, return to Psalm 71 and remember that God is your refuge, your protection, and your hope.

Learn more about Kathy Dye:

KathyDyeAuthor.com

Learn more about TS Wright and Kingdom Cross Roads:

TSWrightSpeaks.com

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Call to Action

If today’s conversation encouraged you, open your Bible to Psalm 71 and take time to remember the ways God has been faithful throughout your life. Then share that testimony with someone who needs hope.

Visit KathyDyeAuthor.com to learn more about Kathy Dye and The Song of Our Heart.

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In this special episode of Kingdom Cross Roads Podcast, recorded live at Christian Product Expo — CPE Summer 2026, TS Wright welcomes author, speaker, ministry leader, and AWSA founder Linda Evans Shepherd.

Linda shares how she came to Christ as a young girl and how her understanding of faith was transformed when her family experienced a devastating automobile accident involving her daughter. Rather than discovering a life without hardship, Linda learned that believers can walk through profound difficulty with the love, presence, and guidance of God.

Linda and TS discuss her book:

Praying the Word: 90 Scripture-Powered Prayers to Calm an Anxious Heart

Linda explains the principle behind the book: rather than approaching prayer only from the standpoint of our circumstances, believers can bring God's own Word back to Him in prayer.

The book includes 90 topics and Scripture-based prayers designed to help readers engage biblical truth, pray according to God's Word, listen for His direction, and journal what they believe God is speaking to their hearts. Linda describes it as an approach that combines Scripture, prayer, listening, and personal reflection.

In This Episode

• Linda Evans Shepherd's personal journey of faith
• Trusting God through suffering and unexpected tragedy
• Why Christianity does not promise a life free from hardship
• Developing a genuine relationship with God
• The importance of reading and praying Scripture
• How God's Word can shape our prayers
• Using Scripture when confronting anxiety
• Listening for God's direction while spending time in His Word
• The devotional and journaling approach of Praying the Word
• Why spiritual formation requires relationship with God
• The mission of AWSA — Advanced Writers and Speakers Association
• Encouraging Christian writers and speakers to develop their calling
• AWSA's retreats, conferences, workshops, fellowship, and awards
• The significance of the Golden Scroll Awards
• Why one book, page, message, or microphone can change someone's life
• Using personal testimony to encourage people to trust God
• The multiplying impact of Christian publishing, broadcasting, and media

Linda also discusses the ministry philosophy behind AWSA. The organization encourages Christian writers and speakers not merely to develop professionally, but to go deeper in their relationship with God and the Holy Spirit. At CPE Summer 2026, AWSA participants gathered for retreats, teaching, fellowship, workshops, and the Golden Scroll Awards.

One of the central themes of the conversation is the extraordinary reach of the written and spoken word. As Linda explains, Christian authors and speakers may never know who will encounter a particular page, broadcast, testimony, or message—but that encounter may encourage someone, strengthen someone's faith, or even become a turning point in that person's life.

Featured Guest

Linda Evans Shepherd

Founder, Advanced Writers and Speakers Association — AWSA

Christian author, speaker, and ministry leader

Author of Praying the Word: 90 Scripture-Powered Prayers to Calm an Anxious Heart

Recorded Live

Christian Product Expo — CPE Summer 2026

St. Charles, Missouri

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Call to Action

Are you ready to move beyond simply knowing about God and deepen your relationship with Him through His Word?

Pick up Linda Evans Shepherd's Praying the Word: 90 Scripture-Powered Prayers to Calm an Anxious Heart and begin incorporating Scripture directly into your prayer life.

Then subscribe to Kingdom Cross Roads Podcast so you don't miss the conversations recorded live from Christian Product Expo Summer 2026. Share this episode with a writer, speaker, ministry leader, or someone walking through anxiety or a difficult season who needs to be reminded that God's Word is still alive, powerful, and worthy of our trust.

Listen. Share. Pray the Word. And help us continue taking Kingdom conversations to the Cross Roads of culture.

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TS Wright interviews Rebecca White of the Advanced Writers and Speakers Association (AWSA) live from the Christian Product Expo (CPE) 2026 in St. Charles, Missouri. Discover how AWSA equips Christian women authors through training, mentoring, prayer, marketing, publishing support, and the Golden Scroll Awards—all with the goal of sharing the Gospel and expanding Kingdom impact through Christian books.

Show Notes

Kingdom Cross Roads Podcast comes to you from the Christian Product Expo (CPE) in St. Charles, Missouri, where host TS Wright sits down with Rebecca White of AWSA—the Advanced Writers and Speakers Association.

Rebecca introduces listeners to the mission and ministry behind AWSA and explains why the organization holds its annual gathering alongside CPE. Christian retailers come to CPE looking for new books, gifts, jewelry, cards, artwork, and other Christian products, while authors have an opportunity to build relationships that can help place their books into independent Christian retail stores.

Rebecca explains that AWSA is much more than a professional writers' organization. Its members consider themselves “AWSA sisters,” building a culture of cooperation rather than competition. Authors encourage one another, promote one another's work, and recognize that the ultimate objective is larger than individual book sales: getting the message of Jesus Christ into the world.

In This Episode

• Why AWSA partners its annual event with the Christian Product Expo
• How Christian authors and independent Christian retailers can support one another
• AWSA's training and mentoring opportunities for published authors
• Why book launches, marketing, and AI have become important parts of author training
• The role of prayer, worship, and spiritual encouragement at the AWSA conference
• How Christian writers can reach audiences through fiction, nonfiction, Bible studies, devotionals, children's books, gift books, and more
• The purpose of the Golden Scroll Awards
• How the Christian Market Book Awards provide opportunities beyond AWSA membership
• Why Christian authors need community rather than competition
• Encouragement for aspiring writers who believe God has placed a message on their hearts
• AWSA's Protégé program for those who want help beginning their writing journey
• Why reaching children through Christian literature is especially important
• How every Christian writer can reach a different part of the harvest

Rebecca also describes the strong spiritual foundation of AWSA's conference—from prayer-warrior sessions and small-group prayer to worship and encouragement. As she emphasizes, Christian writers aren't simply producing products; they are carrying messages capable of reaching people with Christ.

One of the central themes of the conversation is simple: no single author can reach everyone. Different writers, genres, testimonies, and ministries can reach different audiences. The more Christian writers are equipped and encouraged to fulfill their calling, the farther the Gospel can travel.

Rebecca encourages established Christian authors who haven't yet “found their tribe” to explore AWSA, while aspiring authors can investigate opportunities to be trained and mentored as they develop the message God has placed within them.

Recorded at Christian Product Expo 2026 in St. Charles, Missouri.

Keywords

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Call to Action

Has God placed a message on your heart? Whether you're an established Christian author, beginning your first book, or simply looking for Christ-centered books for yourself and your family, this conversation is an invitation to take the next step.

Learn more about AWSA and its opportunities for Christian writers at AWSA.com, and support Christian authors and independent Christian retailers who are working to put faith-filled resources into the hands of readers.

Then subscribe to Kingdom Cross Roads Podcast so you don't miss the upcoming conversations with Christian authors, award-winning writers, speakers, and ministry leaders recorded at CPE 2026.

Share this episode with an author, writer, speaker, or ministry leader who needs encouragement to get the message God has given them into the world.

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What does the Bible teach about the relationship between repentance, confession, healing, and spiritual freedom?

In this episode of the Kingdom Cross Roads Podcast, TS Wright welcomes Beatty Carmichael, author of The Prayer of Freedom. Beatty shares how his journey from the business world into healing ministry challenged his previous understanding of the supernatural gifts of the Holy Spirit.

Drawing from passages including Deuteronomy 28, Psalm 32, John 5, 1 Corinthians 11, and James 5, Beatty presents his biblical perspective on how unresolved sin may affect a person spiritually, emotionally, and physically. He also explains the prayer process he developed to help people identify underlying spiritual issues, confess and renounce sin, and seek freedom through Jesus Christ.

Beatty shares testimonies from his ministry, including his work with women in addiction recovery, and discusses the important progression from repentance to confession, forgiveness, healing, and abundant life.

In this conversation, you will discover:

• How Beatty’s understanding of divine healing developed
• The difference between a gift of healing and exercising biblical authority
• Scriptural passages connecting sin, confession, and healing
• What repentance means and why it involves a change of thinking
• How fear may manifest through anxiety and other forms of spiritual distress
• Why confession and repentance remain important for believers
• A practical, Scripture-centered approach to seeking spiritual freedom
• How freedom in Christ can lead to a more abundant life

Beatty’s central encouragement is simple: do not allow unconfessed sin to remain unaddressed. Bring everything before God, receive His forgiveness, and pursue the freedom Jesus Christ provides.

FEATURED SCRIPTURES

Deuteronomy 28:58–61

Psalm 32

John 5:1–15

John 10:10

1 Corinthians 11:27–32

James 5:14–16

CONNECT WITH BEATTY CARMICHAEL

Learn more about Beatty’s ministry and purchase The Prayer of Freedom:

https://theprayeroffreedom.com

KEYWORDS

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How can the words we speak either strengthen or slowly weaken a marriage?

Lori Yarbrough returns to Kingdom Cross Roads Podcast to explore the biblical instruction, “Let your speech always be gracious, seasoned with salt” (Colossians 4:6). Drawing from more than 40 years of marriage, Lori explains how gracious communication can preserve trust, add warmth, purify conflict, and promote healing between husbands and wives.

Lori and host TS Wright discuss the power of the tongue, the importance of listening before responding, and why speaking truth in love does not require avoiding difficult conversations. They also examine how criticism, sarcasm, public embarrassment, unresolved resentment, and careless words can create wounds that last for years.

In this episode, you will learn:

• Why your words carry the power to build, heal, wound, or destroy

• What it means to season your speech with salt

• How gracious words preserve trust, intimacy, and unity

• How to address conflict without attacking your spouse

• Why listening is essential to healthy communication

• How prayer can change the atmosphere of a marriage

• Why forgiveness does not allow hurt to have the final word

• Four questions to ask before speaking

• A practical seven-day challenge for strengthening your marriage

Lori challenges every listener to spend seven days intentionally speaking a blessing, offering a sincere compliment, expressing gratitude, praying for their spouse, and avoiding one unnecessary criticism each day.

Healthy marriages are not built through one dramatic conversation. They are strengthened through thousands of grace-filled conversations shaped by the Holy Spirit.

Scriptures discussed include Colossians 4:6, Proverbs 18:21, Ephesians 4:15 and 4:29, James 1:19 and chapter 3, and Proverbs 15:1.

Connect with Lori Yarbrough and discover her book, United in Purpose, at LoriYarbrough.com.

Keywords

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What happens when life does not unfold as you expected—and you reach the end of your own strength?

In this powerful episode of the Kingdom Cross Roads Podcast, TS Wright welcomes disability advocate, speaker, and author John Fela. John shares how his journey with his nonverbal son, who has profound autism, ultimately brought him to faith in Jesus Christ.

Raised in a culturally Catholic home, John later explored other spiritual paths but remained disconnected from biblical Christianity. When disability-related challenges affected his marriage, finances, career, and family life, John realized that he needed more than reassuring words—he needed genuine community, practical support, and lasting hope.

That search led him to a Christian men’s group, where believers welcomed him, listened to his struggles, and prayed for him. On one unforgettable stormy night in 2012, John surrendered his life to Jesus.

John also discusses his memoir, Faith Like My Father, and the surprising significance of two words repeatedly spoken by his earthly father: “Don’t panic.” Years later, while hearing a message based on Jesus’ teaching about worry in the Sermon on the Mount, John finally understood those words. That revelation helped him release years of anger and forgive his father.

In this conversation, you will hear about:

• Raising a child with profound autism and significant support needs

• Finding Christ during the lowest season of John’s life

• Why Christian community must offer more than comforting words

• The Church’s responsibility to welcome and support people with disabilities

• John’s work in disability advocacy and disability ministry

• Trusting God when faith does not immediately remove life’s problems

• Remaining obedient through divorce, single parenthood, and uncertainty

• Overcoming anger before it becomes deeply rooted bitterness

• Forgiving those who have wounded us

• Recognizing God’s providence in painful circumstances

• The message behind John’s memoir, Faith Like My Father

John’s testimony reminds us that following Jesus does not mean every problem disappears. It means we no longer face our problems alone. God remains present, orders our steps, and can use even our most painful experiences for His redemptive purposes.

If you are walking through a valley, caring for someone with a disability, struggling with anger, or wondering where God is in your circumstances, John’s story will encourage you to keep seeking Christ and refuse to panic.

Connect with John Fela and learn more about Faith Like My Father:

https://johnfela.com

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What happens when the world tells you that you will never succeed—but God calls you toward something greater?

In this inspiring episode of the Kingdom Cross Roads Podcast, TS Wright welcomes author, musician, and lifelong disciple of Jesus Christ Donald Williams. Donald recounts growing up in a Carolina cotton-mill family where poverty, limited opportunities, and generational expectations could have determined the course of his life.

Although Donald was discouraged from attending college and told that he did not have the money, family background, or ability to succeed, he refused to let other people define his future. Instead, he sought God’s direction, pursued his education, and broke a longstanding generational cycle.

Donald also reflects on the powerful Christian influence of his parents and grandfathers. Their prayers, worship, and faithful example showed him that following Christ involves more than what we say in church—it must be demonstrated through the way we live.

Donald and TS discuss:

• Receiving Jesus Christ at an early age

• Developing a personal faith instead of relying on a family tradition

• Growing up in a Carolina cotton-mill community

• Breaking generational cycles of poverty and limitation

• Overcoming discouraging words and expectations

• The influence of praying parents and grandparents

• Why children need to see an authentic Christian example

• Discovering and following God’s plan for your life

• The importance of Christian discipleship

• Donald’s book, Born of Nothing

• The stories behind his original gospel songs

• Finding hope in the promise of seeing Christian loved ones again

Donald’s message is simple but powerful: Do not allow other people to dictate where you will end up. Pray for God’s direction, surround yourself with people who strengthen your faith, work diligently at knowing Christ, and allow God—not your circumstances—to define your life.

Visit Donald Williams online to learn about Born of Nothing and listen to his original gospel songs, including “Pictures of Jesus,” “I’ll See Him Again,” and “My Paw Paws”:

https://imdonaldwilliams.com

Keywords

Donald Williams, Kingdom Cross Roads Podcast, TS Wright, Christian testimony, breaking generational cycles, overcoming poverty, God’s plan for your life, Christian discipleship, faith in Jesus Christ, Christian encouragement, Born of Nothing book, Christian author, gospel songwriter, generational faith, spiritual growth, authentic Christianity, overcoming discouragement, Christian family legacy, answered prayer, Kingdom of God

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Divorce can leave a person feeling broken, isolated, and uncertain about the future—but it does not have to be the end of the story.

In this episode of Kingdom Cross Roads Podcast, TS Wright speaks with author and life coach Karen Kambourian about her book, Wife to Warrior: Reinventing Yourself After Divorce. Karen shares her personal journey from heartbreak and lost identity to spiritual healing, strength, and renewed purpose in Christ.

Karen explains how God drew her back into Christian community during one of the most difficult periods of her life. Anchored by the truth that God is close to the brokenhearted, she began rebuilding her life through prayer, gratitude, supportive relationships, church involvement, and service to others.

You’ll discover:

• Why God must remain at the center of your identity and relationships
• How prayer walks can create space for healing and reflection
• A simple daily gratitude practice that can shift your mindset
• Why Christian community is essential during divorce, grief, and major life changes
• How serving others can help you move beyond isolation
• Why healing should come before entering a new relationship
• How an ending can become God’s redirection toward a new beginning
• The hope behind Karen’s message: “The sun will rise”

Whether you are experiencing divorce, grieving the loss of a spouse, or rebuilding your life after an unexpected transition, this conversation offers biblical encouragement and practical steps for moving forward.

You are not alone. Your present pain is not the end of your story, and God can still bring healing, purpose, and new life from what has been broken.

KEY MOMENTS

00:00 – Welcome to Kingdom Cross Roads

03:06 – Karen’s Christian background and divorce journey

05:54 – God can resurrect and restore a broken life

06:18 – The story behind Wife to Warrior

07:30 – Rediscovering your identity with God at the center

09:55 – The importance of godly support during a crisis

11:25 – Using prayer walks as a tool for healing

12:50 – Asking God for strength and practicing gratitude

15:37 – Why Christian community is crucial after divorce or loss

18:28 – “The Sun Will Rise”: finding hope after heartbreak

20:30 – The first step to take when facing divorce

22:25 – Healing before returning to dating

25:46 – Karen’s message for anyone who feels alone

CALL TO ACTION

Order Karen Kambourian’s book, Wife to Warrior: Reinventing Yourself After Divorce, and learn more about her work at KarenKambourian.com.

If this episode encouraged you, follow or subscribe to Kingdom Cross Roads Podcast, leave a review, and share it with someone who is walking through divorce, grief, or a difficult life transition.

KEYWORDS

Karen Kambourian, Wife to Warrior, reinventing yourself after divorce, Christian divorce recovery, healing after divorce, Christian women after divorce, faith after divorce, divorce and Christianity, biblical healing after heartbreak, rebuilding life after divorce, finding identity in Christ, Christian life coach, prayer for divorce recovery, Christian encouragement for divorced women, church community after divorce, gratitude and emotional healing, dating after divorce, overcoming grief and loss, God is close to the brokenhearted, Kingdom Cross Roads Podcast, TS Wright, Christian podcast, spiritual healing, hope after heartbreak, Christian discipleship

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What if homemaking were about more than maintaining a beautiful home? What if it were also a sacred opportunity to glorify God, disciple your family, and welcome others with the love of Christ?

In this episode of the Kingdom Cross Roads Podcast, T.S. Wright welcomes Gina Romero, author of Welcome Home: A Guide to Homemaking from the Heart. Gina shares her powerful testimony of walking away from her faith, suffering a debilitating spinal injury, and ultimately returning to God as a modern-day prodigal.

Gina also recounts the difficult pregnancy and premature birth of her daughter, Estella, who arrived three months early and weighed only one pound. Through this season of trauma, prayer, and dependence upon God, Gina began to recognize His greater purpose for her life.

Years later, God called her to write a book about homemaking. Gina responded in obedience, completing the manuscript in six weeks. Welcome Home became a number-one Amazon new release and launched a growing ministry dedicated to helping women approach their homes, families, and responsibilities from a biblical perspective.

In this conversation, Gina and T.S. discuss:

• Returning to God after a prodigal season
• Trusting God through pain, trauma, and uncertainty
• Recognizing and obeying God’s calling
• Homemaking as a ministry rather than a pursuit of perfection
• Biblical hospitality and welcoming others as Jesus did
• Stewarding the home, finances, possessions, and family memories
• Creating practical household and organizational systems
• Using family meals to disciple children
• Learning from the Proverbs 31 and Titus 2 women
• Understanding the complementary roles of men and women
• Following God’s calling at home, in ministry, and in the marketplace
• Allowing ministry and responsible income-producing work to coexist

Gina reminds us that Christian homemaking is not defined by the labels “traditional” or “progressive.” It begins with seeking the Lord, listening to His voice, and faithfully following the unique assignment He has prepared for each person.

As Gina explains, others may teach us how to create beautiful things in our homes, but only God can teach us who we should become while doing them.

Your story is for God’s glory. Whether your calling leads you into the home, the boardroom, the ministry, or the marketplace, the central question remains: Are you seeking God, listening to His direction, and following where He leads?

CALL TO ACTION

How can your home become a place of discipleship, hospitality, and God’s presence?

Begin by asking the Lord how He wants to use your home, your family, and your personal story for His glory. Then visit TheWelcomeHomeCollective.net to learn more about Gina Romero, explore her homemaking resources, and discover your personal hostess style.

Look for Welcome Home: A Guide to Homemaking from the Heart by Gina Romero.

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Is evangelism an obligation—or the natural overflow of a life filled with Jesus?

Andrew Steier, founder of Always Going and author of Always Going, joins TS Wright for a practical conversation about developing an everyday faith that extends beyond the walls of the church.

Andrew shares how growing up in a pastor’s home led to a performative faith—and how encountering the emptiness of life without Christ eventually transformed his relationship with God. That experience became the foundation for helping Christians confidently live and share their faith.

Andrew and TS discuss why evangelism and discipleship must work together. Before believers can effectively fulfill the Great Commission, they must first be formed through an intimate, continuing relationship with Jesus and empowered by the Holy Spirit.

In this episode:

• Moving from performative Christianity to an authentic relationship with Jesus
• Why evangelism and discipleship are two sides of the same coin
• Understanding “overflow evangelism”
• Becoming an ambassador and reconciler for Christ
• How spiritual formation prepares believers to share the gospel
• Replacing fear and obligation with invitation and joy
• Communicating the gospel without confusing Christian terminology
• Using your personal testimony to glorify God and reach others
• Measuring spiritual growth through the fruit of the Spirit
• Eight heart-check questions for everyday evangelism

Andrew reminds us that evangelism is not merely a job, expectation, or obligation. It is an invitation to join God’s mission—and an overflow of knowing and loving Jesus.

Featured Scripture

• Matthew 22:37–39
• Matthew 28:18–20
• Mark 12:29–31
• 2 Corinthians 5:18–20
• Galatians 5:22–23
• Colossians 1
• 1 Peter 2:9
• 1 Corinthians 13

Resources

• Learn more about Andrew Steier: AlwaysGoing.org
• Explore Overflow Evangelism: OverflowEvangelism.com
• Look for Andrew’s book, Always Going

Keywords

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Call to Action

Are you ready to move from simply knowing the gospel to confidently sharing it? Visit OverflowEvangelism.com, explore Andrew Steier’s resources, and get your copy of Always Going. Then follow the Kingdom Cross Roads Podcast, share this episode with someone who wants to become more confident in evangelism, and begin asking God for one gospel conversation this week.

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How can believers recognize the voice of the Holy Spirit and respond faithfully to God’s direction?

In this episode of Kingdom Cross Roads Podcast, T.S. Wright welcomes Prophet Afolabi Aduroja, co-author of 30 Days of Renewed Fatherhood. Prophet Afolabi shares how visions during his childhood, a life-changing experience of divine healing and a determined search for God helped awaken him to his prophetic calling.

Together, T.S. and Prophet Afolabi discuss the ministry of the Holy Spirit, the importance of obedience and the need for humility when exercising spiritual gifts. They also explore spiritual fatherhood, emphasizing that God can use mentors and other influential people—not only biological parents—to prepare us for our purpose.

Prophet Afolabi offers practical biblical counsel for those seeking to discern whether a vision, message or spiritual impression is from God. The conversation encourages believers to surrender their own will, test what they receive against God’s character and Word, and pray as Jesus did: “Not my will, but Yours be done.”

IN THIS EPISODE

• Prophet Afolabi’s childhood visions and prophetic calling
• His testimony of divine healing
• How the Holy Spirit teaches and directs believers
• Recognizing God’s voice through humility and surrender
• The importance of patience, endurance and obedience
• Distinguishing spiritual guidance from deception
• The biblical meaning and value of spiritual fatherhood
• How mentors can help prepare us for our God-given destiny
• Why believers must remain sensitive to the Holy Spirit
• Answering the call to evangelize and make disciples

FEATURED GUEST

Prophet Afolabi Aduroja is a prophetic minister and co-author of 30 Days of Renewed Fatherhood. His ministry emphasizes the work of the Holy Spirit, spiritual discernment, divine purpose and helping people understand how God can guide their lives.

Learn more about Prophet Afolabi and his ministry at Wind of Change Ministry.

RESOURCES MENTIONED

• 30 Days of Renewed Fatherhood
• Wind of Change Ministry

KEY SCRIPTURAL THEMES

• The promised ministry of the Holy Spirit
• Samuel learning to recognize God’s voice
• Balaam and the donkey
• Naaman’s healing in the Jordan River
• Paul and Silas worshiping while imprisoned
• Jesus praying, “Not my will, but Yours be done”
• The believer’s commission to evangelize and make disciples

CALL TO ACTION

Are you listening for the Holy Spirit’s direction? Take time this week to pray, search the Scriptures and surrender your plans to God’s will. Then ask Him to show you one person you can encourage, disciple or introduce to Jesus.

Subscribe to Kingdom Cross Roads Podcast, share this episode with someone seeking spiritual direction and leave a review to help more listeners discover these Kingdom-centered conversations.

KEYWORDS

Prophet Afolabi Aduroja, T.S. Wright, Kingdom Cross Roads Podcast, Holy Spirit, hearing God’s voice, prophetic ministry, gift of prophecy, Christian prophecy, spiritual discernment, divine healing testimony, spiritual fatherhood, renewed fatherhood, Christian mentorship, biblical discipleship, obedience to God, surrender to God, Christian faith, spiritual gifts, visions and dreams, Christian podcast, Kingdom of God, evangelism, making disciples, Wind of Change Ministry, 30 Days of Renewed Fatherhood

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What happens when God calls you to step beyond the familiar and take a leap of faith?

In this episode of Kingdom Cross Roads Podcast, TS Wright welcomes Alyssa Avant—Christian author, podcaster, virtual assistant, and publishing professional. Alyssa explains how God guided her from church ministry into entrepreneurship while allowing her to remain home with her children and use her gifts to serve others.

Alyssa also discusses her book, Faith Leaps: The Christian Mom’s Guide to Passion, Purpose, and Profits. She encourages Christian women to identify their God-given passions, understand their purpose, and consider how those gifts can produce value—financially, spiritually, or personally.

In this conversation, you’ll discover:

• How to recognize God’s direction through life’s unexpected turns
• What it means to take a genuine leap of faith
• How Christians can combine ministry, purpose, and business
• Why entrepreneurs should build and nurture an email list
• How to create a valuable free resource for potential subscribers
• Why consistency matters more than frequency in email marketing
• How stepping away from one ministry role can create room for someone else
• Why small acts of service are important to the Body of Christ
• How busy believers can serve God in practical, everyday ways
• What parents should consider before leaving a job to start a business

Alyssa reminds us that ministry is not limited to a church building. Whether we are running a company, encouraging a neighbor, sending a prayerful message, or completing an unnoticed task, we can intentionally serve God and others well.

Resources Mentioned

• Alyssa Avant & Company: alyssaavantandcompany.com
• Book: Faith Leaps: The Christian Mom’s Guide to Passion, Purpose, and Profits
• Podcast: The Christian Business Advantage Podcast

Call to Action

Are you considering a God-directed leap into business, ministry, or a new season of service? Visit Alyssa Avant & Company, explore her resources, listen to The Christian Business Advantage Podcast, and pick up a copy of Faith Leaps. Then subscribe to Kingdom Cross Roads Podcast and share this episode with someone who needs encouragement to trust God and pursue their purpose.

Keywords

Alyssa Avant, Faith Leaps, Christian entrepreneurship, Christian business, faith-based business, Christian women in business, Christian mom entrepreneur, purpose-driven business, God-given purpose, taking a leap of faith, Christian author, virtual assistant, email marketing, building an email list, online business ministry, spiritual gifts, serving the Body of Christ, women in ministry, Christian Business Advantage Podcast, Kingdom Cross Roads Podcast, TS Wright

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What does faithful leadership look like in the church, the workplace, and seasons of personal transition?

In this episode of Kingdom Cross Roads Podcast, T.S. Wright welcomes Reverend Kevin T. Taylor—affectionately known as “RevKev”—for a conversation about calling, leadership, change, and spiritual reinvention.

Rev. Taylor shares how God shaped his journey from growing up in the church and accepting the call to preach at seventeen to serving as both a pastor and a corporate executive. These two worlds became the foundation for his book, A Charge to Keep: Immutable Leadership Lessons from the C-Suite to the Pulpit.

Drawing from lived experience, Rev. Taylor explains why reaching a position of leadership can be easier than remaining faithful and effective once you are there. He also discusses the loneliness leaders experience, the importance of documenting decisions, and the wisdom of casting vision generously while budgeting conservatively.

The conversation explores how leaders can guide people through change without becoming discouraged by resistance. Rev. Taylor explains that opposition does not necessarily mean the vision is wrong—people may simply be grieving what was as they prepare to embrace what will be.

You’ll also hear an encouraging message about wilderness seasons, the cost of the anointing, lifelong learning, and the necessity of reinventing ourselves without compromising our God-given calling.

In This Episode

• How Rev. Kevin Taylor recognized and responded to God’s call
• Lessons learned from nearly 30 years in ministry
• How corporate leadership strengthened his pastoral ministry
• Why leadership can feel lonely
• How to lead people through organizational and ministry change
• Why resistance may be evidence that meaningful change is occurring
• The importance of allowing people time to grieve the past
• How wilderness seasons prepare us for greater responsibility
• Why effective leaders must remain lifelong learners
• Reinventing yourself while remaining faithful to your calling
• A preview of Rev. Taylor’s forthcoming books and leadership resources

Featured Resource

A Charge to Keep: Immutable Leadership Lessons from the C-Suite to the Pulpit by Reverend Kevin T. Taylor

Learn more about Rev. Taylor, his books, leadership newsletters, workshops, coaching, and speaking ministry at revkttaylor.com

Call to Action

Leadership may be lonely, but you do not have to lead alone. Visit revkttaylor.com to explore Rev. Kevin Taylor’s book, leadership resources, workshops, and coaching opportunities. Then subscribe to Kingdom Cross Roads Podcast, share this episode with a pastor or leader, and leave a review to help others discover practical, Christ-centered teaching.

Keywords

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Does the Old Testament foreshadow the coming of Jesus Christ?

In this episode of Kingdom Cross Roads Podcast, T.S. Wright welcomes author and Bible teacher Mark Stouffer for a thoughtful examination of the Tanakh, Messianic prophecy, and God’s unfolding plan to rescue humanity.

Mark begins by sharing his personal testimony. While studying engineering at Ohio State, he repeatedly felt God drawing him—but believed he was too busy to respond. After graduation left him without a job and with plenty of time, God met him in a powerful and unmistakable way. That encounter led Mark to the Bible, faith in Jesus Christ, and more than four decades of biblical study and teaching.

Mark also introduces his four-volume series, The Loving-kindness of G-d, written for Jewish readers seeking the truth about Jesus and Christians wanting a deeper understanding of the Hebrew Scriptures.

TS and Mark discuss:

• How the Hebrew word hesed reveals God’s unfailing love, kindness, and grace

• The Day of Atonement and the meaning of sacrificial blood

• How the Torah’s sacrificial system may foreshadow Christ’s death on the cross

• The holiness of God and the seriousness of humanity’s sin

• Why spiritual rebirth is necessary

• God’s rescue plan from Genesis through the return of Christ

• The promise that Eve’s descendant would crush the serpent

• Israel’s calling to reveal the one true God to the nations

• Jonah, Nineveh, and God’s love for the Gentiles

• Messianic prophecy and whether Jesus fulfills the Tanakh’s description of the Messiah

• Lessons from Jewish history and nearly two thousand years of Church history

Mark’s books include:

• Hesed: Does the Tanakh Foreshadow Jesus?

• The Mashiah: A Study of the Messianic Prophecies

• The Esa: G-d’s Rescue Plan for Humanity

• The Tanakh: Its Unusual Ending

Learn more about Mark Stouffer and his books at:

https://lovingkindnessofadonai.com

CALL TO ACTION

Listen now and discover how the Tanakh, the sacrificial system, and Messianic prophecy illuminate God’s plan of redemption through Jesus Christ.

After listening, follow Kingdom Cross Roads Podcast, share this episode with someone who loves biblical history or prophecy, and leave a review to help more people discover the program.

Go forth in total surrender to the One who owns and reigns over all creation—and let the great harvest begin!

KEYWORDS

Mark Stouffer, Kingdom Cross Roads Podcast, TS Wright, T.S. Wright, Hesed, The Mashiah, The Esa, Tanakh, Hebrew Bible, Old Testament, Jesus in the Old Testament, Messianic prophecy, Messiah, Jesus Christ, biblical prophecy, Bible study, Christian podcast, Christian author, Jewish roots of Christianity, sacrificial system, Day of Atonement, Yom Kippur, atonement, lovingkindness of God, God’s rescue plan, salvation, born again, Jonah and Nineveh, Jews and Gentiles, Church history, biblical history

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Waiting is rarely comfortable—but it is often where God accomplishes His deepest work within us.

Joshua Spatha returns to Kingdom Cross Roads Podcast for a timely conversation with host T.S. Wright about navigating seasons of transition, uncertainty, and spiritual preparation. Using the disciples’ journey between Christ’s resurrection and the outpouring of the Holy Spirit at Pentecost, they explore what God may be doing when His promises seem delayed.

The disciples moved from questions and doubt to proclaiming Christ with extraordinary power and conviction. What happened during the time between those two spiritual milestones? They waited, prayed, obeyed Christ’s instructions, and allowed God to prepare them for what was coming.

Joshua and T.S. explain why waiting seasons are not wasted seasons. God uses them to deepen our roots, mature our faith, test our motives, and develop the character required to sustain the calling He has placed upon our lives.

In this episode, you will discover:

• Why God frequently prepares His people through seasons of waiting
• How the disciples moved from uncertainty to Pentecostal power
• Why immediate gratification works against patience and spiritual maturity
• How comparison, pride, and selfish ambition create discontentment
• The difference between doing something “for God” and walking obediently with God
• Why believers must surrender their plans, timing, and personal agendas
• How to remain faithful when God appears silent
• Why every breakthrough may lead to another season of preparation

The Christian life is not about forcing doors open and then asking God to bless our decisions. It is about daily surrender—trusting God’s goodness, obeying His direction, and allowing Him to receive all the glory.

Scriptures and biblical themes discussed include Matthew 28, Acts 1–2, Philippians 2, perseverance, contentment, dying to self, the Great Commission, and the Day of Pentecost.

Learn more about T.S. Wright’s ministry and discipleship resources at TSWrightSpeaks.com.

Now go forth in total surrender to the One who owns and reigns over all creation—and let the great harvest begin!

Keywords

waiting on God, Joshua Spatha, T.S. Wright, Kingdom Cross Roads Podcast, Christian podcast, seasons of transition, trusting God’s timing, spiritual growth, spiritual maturity, Pentecost, Holy Spirit, Acts chapter 1, Acts chapter 2, Great Commission, disciples of Jesus, Christian discipleship, surrender to God, dying to self, biblical patience, faith during uncertainty, developing Christian character, overcoming selfish ambition, contentment in Christ, hearing God, obedience to God, spiritual preparation, Christian encouragement, Kingdom of God

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What happens when God calls you to leave a successful 25-year career and enter an entirely new field of ministry?

In this episode of Kingdom Cross Roads Podcast, T. S. Wright welcomes Bill Nienhuis, CEO of Childcare Worldwide. Bill recounts his journey from a Christian childhood and a career in radio to more than two decades helping build the extensive digital library of Logos Bible Software.

Then, in 2018, God opened an unexpected door. Bill transitioned from the software industry into international child evangelism—a calling that revealed a passion God had been preparing within him for years.

Bill explains how Childcare Worldwide’s Life Centers partner with local churches in Peru, India, Kenya, and Uganda. Every Saturday, children gather in a safe and joyful environment for recreation, worship, biblical teaching, discipleship, and a nutritious meal.

You will also hear a powerful account of one quiet child whose transformation eventually touched her entire family. Her story demonstrates how attentive teachers, faithful churches, and the work of the Holy Spirit can bring hope into even the most difficult circumstances.

Bill and T. S. also discuss the meaning of being born again, the transforming work of the Holy Spirit, and why every Christian has a place on “Team Great Commission.” Some believers serve on the front lines, while others pray, give, teach, encourage, or provide vital resources. Every role matters in the mission of making disciples.

In this episode:

• How God used Bill’s early Christian formation to prepare him for ministry
• Lessons from his 25-year career with Logos Bible Software
• Recognizing God’s direction during a major career transition
• How Childcare Worldwide’s Life Centers serve vulnerable children
• Why evangelism must be followed by sustained discipleship
• Looking for spiritual fruit rather than simply counting decisions
• How the transformation of one child can influence an entire family
• The role of the Holy Spirit in salvation and spiritual growth
• Finding your place on “Team Great Commission”
• Practical ways every believer can participate in making disciples

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ChildcareWorldwide.org

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Call to Action

God has given every believer a place on Team Great Commission. Ask Him how you can participate—through serving, praying, giving, teaching, or encouraging others. Visit

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What changes when you stop defining yourself by your failures and begin seeing yourself as God sees you?

On this episode of Kingdom Cross Roads Podcast, T.S. Wright welcomes Tom Anderson, author of From Sinnership to Sonship: The Story of Becoming. Tom shares how God transformed his marriage, deepened his faith, and led him from feelings of inadequacy into the security of biblical sonship.

Drawing from the lives of Adam, Abraham, and Peter, Tom explains why spiritual transformation is a journey. Abraham began as a man who believed in God but struggled to believe what God said about him. Through waiting, testing, surrender, and “hoping against hope,” Abraham grew into his God-given identity.

You will discover:

• What Tom means by the “I am not” mentality of sinnership
• How sonship provides worth, significance, and spiritual security
• Why God often sends a word before meeting a need
• How God used Isaiah 43:18–19 to bring restoration to Tom’s marriage
• What Adam’s garden teaches us about purpose, service, and stewardship
• Why your marriage, family, workplace, and relationships are gardens entrusted to your care
• How Abraham’s journey illustrates believing, hoping, surrendering, and becoming
• Why trials may be part of God’s process of teaching you to trust Him
• How knowing you are loved by the Father changes the way you live and serve

Your identity is not based upon your achievements, possessions, position, or past failures. In Christ, you are called, loved, and kept. God is inviting you to move beyond striving and rest securely in your identity as His beloved son or daughter.

Scriptures Discussed

Isaiah 43:18–19; Genesis 1–2; Genesis 15; Genesis 22; Psalm 139; Romans 4; 2 Corinthians 5:20; Jude 1

Connect with Tom Anderson

Learn more about Tom, read about From Sinnership to Sonship: The Story of Becoming, and find links to purchase the book at TomAnderson.in.

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Show Notes

Introduction: TS Wright welcomes back Maureen Miller to discuss her heart-centered devotional work.

The Backside of Beauty: Maureen shares the inspiration behind her Selah Award winning devotion, which focuses on seeing God's hand even when His face seems hidden.

Scriptural Foundation: A deep dive into Exodus 33:18-23, where Moses is placed in the cleft of the rock to see the "backside" of God's glory.

Lessons from Nature: How the unique rendering of a sunflower facing away from the viewer serves as a metaphor for finding beauty in the receptacle, or the "backside," of life's experiences.

Personal Testimony: Maureen discusses her husband's surgery and how the Lord provided peace and a clear pathology during a dark season.

Gideon’s Book: An overview of Maureen's dual-timeline novel exploring adoption, racial reconciliation, and the sanctity of human life.

The Nature of Happiness: A reflection on the Beatitudes and how true joy often comes through the paradox of suffering and struggle.

Keywords

Christian devotionals, faith in suffering, biblical discipleship, Maureen Miller author, Kingdom Cross Roads, Selah Awards, spiritual growth.

Call to Action

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Episode Highlights

• Why the "middle" of God's process is often the hardest place to be
• The danger of romanticizing the past and longing for "Egypt"
• Lessons from Israel's wilderness journey
• How God provides daily manna for today's needs
• Learning to trust God's timing instead of our own
• Why the secret place of prayer is essential during difficult seasons
• Fixing our eyes on Jesus instead of circumstances
• Encouragement for parents praying for prodigal children
• Understanding suffering through an eternal perspective
• Biblical encouragement to keep pressing toward God's promises

Scriptures Discussed

• Exodus 16
• Hebrews 12:1-2
• Galatians 6:9
• Philippians 3
• Luke 9:62
• Luke 12:49-53
• Matthew 4:4

Key Takeaway

The wilderness is not a place of abandonment—it is a place of preparation. God doesn't ask us to understand the entire journey; He asks us to trust Him one day at a time. Instead of looking back, keep your eyes fixed on Jesus and continue walking toward His promises.

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In this episode, TS Wright welcomes Old Testament scholar Joshua Spatha back to Kingdom Cross Roads to examine one of the Bible's most overlooked warnings—Israel's demand for a king in 1 Samuel 8.

Together they discuss:

• Why Israel's request for a king was actually a rejection of God's rule
• Samuel's warning about centralized power and human government
• The contrast between biblical servant leadership and worldly leadership models
• How churches often adopt culture instead of transforming it
• Why discipleship—not celebrity ministry—is Jesus' model for growing His Kingdom
• The importance of accountability and spiritual formation
• Why Christians are called to influence culture through evangelism rather than legislation
• Lessons from Saul, David, Solomon, and Israel's kings
• The role of prophets in speaking truth to power
• Why humility is essential for every believer
• How the Great Commission begins with making disciples—not simply making converts
• Practical ways believers can return to authentic New Testament discipleship

Key Scriptures Discussed:

• 1 Samuel 8
• Romans 12:1–2
• Matthew 28:18–20
• Luke 9:23–24
• John 18
• Matthew 13 (Parable of the Sower)
• Ephesians 4

Resources Mentioned:

• Joshua Spatha — Mere Spirituality
• MPerspective.org

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In this episode of Kingdom Cross Roads Podcast, TS Wright welcomes Tarsha Campbell back for a deeper conversation on the subject of vision. Building on her previous appearance, Tarsha explains why vision is central to life, purpose, faith, relationships, ministry, business, and personal growth.

Tarsha describes vision as a God-given principle of creation, rooted in the fact that mankind was created in the image and likeness of God. She explains that while vision can operate universally, believers must begin with prayer, devotion, the Word of God, and quiet time with the Lord in order to discern the vision God has for their lives.

The conversation moves from the “why” of vision into the practical “how.” Tarsha shares how vision boards, journals, planning, and daily action steps can help believers move from revelation to manifestation. She also discusses her book, My Next Step Vision Board, Dream Journal, and Planner, which guides readers through creating vision boards for seven key areas of life and writing down daily next steps to help bring those visions into reality.

Listeners will also hear how Tarsha applies vision in her work as a book publisher, graphic designer, author, and coach. She shares how she seeks the Lord for creative direction, then uses practical tools and action steps to bring what she has seen into finished form.

This episode is a powerful encouragement for anyone who feels stuck, uncertain, or in need of renewed hope. Tarsha reminds listeners that if God has revealed it, He has not changed His mind. The key is to stay focused, remain obedient, and keep walking with Him one step at a time.

Key Topics Covered:

God-given vision and purpose

Why prayer is the starting point for vision

Writing the vision and making it plain

Vision boards, dream journals, and planning

Faith, obedience, and practical action steps

Turning revelation into manifestation

Staying focused on what God has shown you

Tarsha Campbell’s book and coaching work

Encouragement for believers who need hope and direction

Featured Resource:

My Next Step Vision Board, Dream Journal, and Planner by Tarsha Campbell

Guest Website:

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In this episode of Kingdom Cross Roads Podcast, host T.S. Wright welcomes back Joshua Spatha for a deep biblical conversation on Moses, Pharaoh, the Exodus, and the wilderness journey of Israel.

The discussion begins with Moses at the burning bush, where God confronts Moses’ reluctance and calls him into a divine assignment. From there, the conversation moves into Egypt, where Moses stands before Pharaoh in what becomes a direct confrontation between the God of Israel and the false authority of Pharaoh.

T.S. and Joshua unpack the meaning of the ten plagues, the hardening of Pharaoh’s heart, and why God used this confrontation to reveal His glory, power, and authority. They also address difficult theological questions about suffering, divine justice, God’s authority over life and death, and why believers must recognize that God’s ways are higher than man’s ways.

The second half of the episode focuses on Israel’s wilderness journey. T.S. and Joshua discuss the Red Sea, manna, spiritual amnesia, Israel’s repeated grumbling, and the importance of building memorials of remembrance when God proves Himself faithful. They connect Israel’s wilderness testing to the believer’s own walk of faith, showing how trials can produce endurance, spiritual maturity, and deeper trust in Christ.

This episode is a strong reminder that God never loses, His authority is absolute, and His faithfulness remains even when His people struggle to trust Him.

Key Topics Covered

Moses and the burning bush

Moses’ reluctance and God’s call

God versus Pharaoh

The ten plagues of Egypt

The hardening of Pharaoh’s heart

God’s authority over life and death

Why God allows suffering and hardship

Israel crossing the Red Sea

The wilderness journey

Manna, grumbling, and spiritual amnesia

Joshua and Caleb’s faith

The danger of forgetting God’s faithfulness

Memorials of remembrance

Trials, endurance, and spiritual maturity

Embracing the cross instead of pursuing comfort

Guest Information

Joshua Spatha is the author of Mere Spirituality and can be found at mperspective.org. His book is also available on Amazon.

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In this episode of TS Wright Speaks, TS Wright walks through 1 Samuel 8, where Israel demands a king “like all the other nations.” Samuel is displeased, but when he prays, the Lord reveals the deeper issue: the people are not merely rejecting Samuel’s leadership; they are rejecting God as their King.

This teaching examines the spiritual warning inside Israel’s demand. The people wanted visible, earthly control, but God warned them that the king they desired would take their sons, daughters, fields, servants, livestock, and freedom. What looked like security would become bondage.

TS Wright connects this passage to the believer’s daily walk with Christ. When life feels unstable, chaotic, or uncertain, the faithful response is not to demand our own solution, but to go before the Lord in prayer. Like Samuel, we must listen carefully, seek God’s will, and ask whether what we are requesting is truly what God desires.

This episode challenges listeners to consider a vital question: Have we embraced Jesus only as Savior, or have we also surrendered to Him as Lord and King?

Key Themes

1 Samuel 8 as a warning passage

Israel’s rejection of God as King

Samuel’s first response: prayer

The danger of demanding our own way

Unintended consequences of rejecting God’s rule

Jesus Christ as Savior, Lord, and King

Learning to ask God what He wants us to pursue

Surrender, obedience, and spiritual clarity

The difference between earthly rule and divine kingship

Key Scriptures Referenced

1 Samuel 8

John 16:33

Romans 1:18 and following

Psalm 100

Psalm 117

Psalm 91

Psalm 20

Matthew 6:9–13

Psalm 46:10

Episode Takeaway

Be careful what you ask God for when your heart is not surrendered to His will. Israel demanded a king and received one, but the consequences were severe. The call for believers today is to stop resisting the Lord’s rule and fully embrace Jesus Christ as King over every part of life.

Call to Action

This week, go before the Lord and ask:

“Lord, in what ways am I not making You King of my life?”

Then ask Him what He wants you to pursue, who He wants you to pray for, and what He wants you to focus on in this season.

Closing Encouragement

Go forth in total surrender to the One who owns and reigns over all creation and let the great harvest begin.

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In Part 2 of this conversation, TS Wright welcomes Andrew Linn back to Kingdom Crossroads for a timely discussion surrounding America’s 250th anniversary and the question: Are we still a Christian nation?

Andrew and TS examine the spiritual, cultural, and political condition of the United States, discussing the decline of biblical morality, the rise of hostility toward Christianity, the role of the Constitution and Supreme Court, and the importance of Christians standing firm in faith.

The conversation also highlights the reality of spiritual warfare—not only at the individual level, but also in families, communities, cities, states, nations, and the world. Andrew encourages believers to live seriously for the Lord in these last days, embracing prayer, fasting, repentance, accountability, purity, and boldness in sharing the gospel.

This episode also points listeners to Andrew Linn’s film Church and State, which explores the relationship between Christianity, government, and America’s founding principles.

Episode Highlights:

• America’s 250th anniversary and the Declaration of Independence
• Is the United States still a Christian nation?
• Cultural decline and the loss of biblical morality
• The growing social hostility toward Christianity
• The role of the Constitution, First Amendment, and Supreme Court
• Why spiritual warfare affects nations, not just individuals
• The need for Christians to pray, fast, repent, and stand firm
• Evangelism, discipleship, accountability, and purity in the last days
• Andrew Linn’s film Church and State