On this week's episode, hear Dan's recent talk to the Celebrate Recovery ministry at The Rock of KC Church in Kansas City. Listen for the acronym PAIN, and how it almost cost Dan everything - including his soul. Until, that is, Jesus stepped in.Par Dan Scott

War Room movie actor TC Stallings was determined to make the NFL, and almost did. But God had other plans. See how his life's mission has turned to gloryifying God in multiple ways via the entertainment industry.Par Dan Scott

Christian musician Jason Lovins is here today only because his mother, sexually assaulted as a teen, decided to keep her baby despite becoming pregnant via the rape. Because of that decision, the world has been privileged to hear Jason and his band praising God on the road up to 40 weeks a year. His life, the influence of his grandmother, and his m…

Bobby Richardson was a standout second baseman on the great Yankees teams of the late 1950s-early 1960s. His faith in Jesus has been a constant pretty much his entire life. In this extended conversation, Richardson talks about his life, his career, and shares some surprising names who gave their lives to Christ - including the much-hearalded story …

Keith's wife died of cancer. Misti's husband was killed in a plane crash. So what does God do? He takes these two individuals and their separate ministries and brings them together. Now, Keith and Misti Sammons have their own nonprofit. He still makes music. She teaches the Bible. They share their story on stages everywhere. And here on this week's…

One night, one bad decision changed Brandon Puffer's life forever. He traded in a Major League Baseball uniform for a prison uniform. But what God did in his life while in jail, and since getting out, is a remarkable story. Plus, iHeart Radio's Brian Hall gives a first-hand account of the devastation in Western North Carolina after Hurricane Helene…

In 1989 David Iery was a top prep baseball player. Then one bad decision on the field put him in a wheelchair for the rest of his life. Iery shares his journey, from thoughts of suicide in the beginning to now using his injury as a way to help others. He also discovers his faith, and the unlikely angel God sent to spur him on - former MLB star Al O…

In Part 2 of the interview with Fred and Teri Stanfield, Bryce's parents share how their faith in Jesus has sustained them through this unthinkable tragedy. And how they, particularly Teri, are finding strength after his death to help others. It's a powerful episode.Par Dan Scott

Fred and Teri Stanfield have lived the unthinkable over the past seven months - the death of their only child, Furman University defensive lineman Bryce Stanfield. In this, the first of two parts of our interview, Fred and Teri remember Bryce's love for sports and academics. Plus, how overwhelmed they've been with the support from Furman - beginnin…

Brad Scott has seen it all in college football coaching. He's been hired. He's been fired. He has three national championship rings. He's coached with two Bowdens. He's coached with his son, and hurt for that son when he was fired. What binds it all together and keeps him grounded? His faith in Jesus Christ. Football and faith in this episode of th…

In 1989 David Iery was a high-level high school baseball player. But a fateful decision to slide head first into home plate changed the entire course of his life. A quadriplegic since the accident, Iery takes us through everything from suicidal thoughts to using his life in a wheelchair to inspire others. And how God used an unlikely angel to motiv…

John Boyle was raised in an abusive West Virginia home, which subsequently led to battles with PTSD and alcohol as an adult. But then he gave his life to Jesus, and now shares his past struggles to help others. He even wrote a book about it! Check it out.Par Dan Scott

Two months after his dad's passing, Dan spoke at the church his father pastored for 41 years. The message? Encouragement, and reminding them that God always gets what He wants. Plus, a flashback to our conversation with astronaut Charlie Duke. Check it out!Par Dan Scott

This week Neil Getzlow returns to the show to talk about the Celebrate Recovery program he facilitates at his church in Kansas City - The Rock of KC. Neil is a great example of overcoming addiction through new life in Jesus, and shares his experience with this Christ-centered program.Par Dan Scott

When Furman's Bryce Stanfield's medical emergency happened in February, Matthew Gilstrap was the initial first responder on scene. In the midst of the tragedy a bond has formed between Gilstrap and Stanfield's parents, Fred and Teri. And wait until you hear how they were brought together. Only God!Par Dan Scott

This week we wrap up our Summer Replay Series by revisiting a conversation with Don Harper. Don's life is one wrapped up in mentorship. He grew up in the segregated South, and applies lessons learned from his father all those years ago into his daily life. Great stories with Biblical application. Check it out!…

Bill Oudemolen pastored a church five minutes away from Columbine High School 25 years ago, and found himself on site ministering to students and families as the shooting was happening. He recalls the horror of the moment, the aftermath, how the church became a beacon of hope in the community, and even some good that came out of the tragedy. Check …

Tim Kimsey's grandmother was murdered 30 years ago, and the case remains unsolved despite the efforts of the wonderful Kelly Siegler and her Cold Justice TV show. But Kimsey's path to ministry started because of the tragedy, and what God has done in his life and through his kingdom work over the years can only be described as a Romans 8:28 story. C…

As our Summer Replay Series continues, we revisit a January conversation with Shane Pruitt. Shane is the Next Gen Director for NAMB, and has a lot to say about today's young people. And, perhaps surprisingly, it's not all doom and gloom. Plus, a tribute to Titus. Check it out!Par Dan Scott

As our Summer Replay Series continues, we check in again with Redd Martin of "Sunday Dinner With A Twist." After over 30 rehab stops, multiple arrests and suicide attempts, and eight friends who died of substance abuse, Redd surrendered his life to Jesus. And now he is back on the streets, serving the homeless population of Greenville, SC. Check it…

This week in our Summer Replay Series, we revisit our conversation from late last year with former MLB pitcher Randy Lerch. Randy's alcohol and drug addition short-circuited what could have been a dominant career. Instead, he's living with a medical death sentence. But through the grace of Jesus Christ, he's defying the doctors and doing wonderful …

Our summer replay series continues with a flashback to last year's conversation with Neil Getzlow. Neil's pornography and sex addiction nearly cost him his marriage, and much more. But then Jesus intervened, and new he and his wife do ministry together. Plus, Neil now leads a Celebrate Recovery meeting each week at his church in Kansas City. Check …

Kelly Lester was abused and raped. Had three abortions. Worked in the abortion industry. Sold drugs. Ran drugs for the Puerto Rican mafia. Experimented with a lesbian lifestyle. Tried to kill herself. Then she found Jesus! And now she is married with six children, does mission outreach, and helps bring workers out of the abortion industry. Only God…

On June 10, 2012, Dan quit running from the Lord and gave his life to Jesus. So every year around that time, we share his testimony. From a life of alcohol, porn, infidelity and so much more, to a new life in Christ! Think you don't need Jesus? Think again. Think you're too bad to be saved? Think again!…

Early in the morning of June 11, 2024, Dan's dad unexpectedly passed away. In his memory, on this Father's Day weekend, Dan presents a message his dad preached back in 2015 entitled "Five Minutes After I Die." Please listen, then share this episode. Especially with those who need Jesus Christ.Par Dan Scott

This week we get a return visit from Will Graham, Billy's grandson. We talk about the new statue of his grandfather in the US Capitol, his just completed outreach in Portugal, and his upcoming trip to preach the gospel in Australia. Plus, an update on his prayers for his own "impossible." Check it out!…

This week we revisit an interview from last October with former atheist-turned-Christian author and speaker Lee Strobel. Lee talks about his newest book, "Is God Real," as well as his faith journey. Plus, insight on how he lovingly deals with skeptics and non-believers. Check it out!Par Dan Scott

Former cold case detective J Warner Wallace is back with a new book, "The Truth In True Crime." We look at how real life lessons of life and death parallel lessons about moving from spiritual death to eternal life in Jesus Christ. In all, 15 actual cases Wallace worked and the deeper meaning that came from them. Plus, why he wishes he had written t…

Billie Jauss is a baseball wife, and a baseball mom. So imagine the revelation when God showed her the baseball field was her mission field! Billie shares her faith journey, her marriage struggles and triumphs, and talks about her new book "Baseball Family." Get ready to laugh, and get ready to think!…

Paintsville, Ky. native Johnnie LeMaster played 12 years in MLB, primarily with the San Francisco Giants. His first major league at-bat? An inside-the-park home run off Dodgers Hall of Famer Don Sutton. But even that thrill pales in comparison to the joy LeMaster has in his relationship with Christ. Another chance to talk Jesus and Baseball this we…

Twenty-five years ago Bill Oudemolen was pastoring a church about five minutes away from Columbine High School. When word of the shooting got out, he found himself on site ministering and aiding students and others while the situation was still ongoing. All these years later, Oudemolen reflects on that horrible day, the effects it had on him and ot…

Rocky Shipes played four sports in college, three professional sports, and is a 5-time golf trick shot world champion. Yet all of that pales in comparison to his passion for Jesus. Get ready for a fun, challenging conversation on this episode!Par Dan Scott

For years Laura Perry Smalts lived as "Jake." But as much as she wanted to be a man, it never felt right. Then she found Jesus, and through Him she was reminded of her true identity - her identity in Christ. Now she's married and has started a new ministry - Eden's Redemption - with husband Perry. Check it out!…

When Kelly Seigler and Cold Justice couldn't solve his grandmother's 33-year old murder, Tim Kimsey's faith wasn't shaken. Hear how her death led him to ministry, and what God has done and is doing through Kimsey. It's Romans 8:28 being lived out for all to see!Par Dan Scott

Bobby Dobson died in 2019, but his passion for Jesus and helping others is a legacy that lives on today. From coming to Christ after a personal tragedy, to giving away millions of dollars, hear Dobson's story in his own words - and those of one of his closest friends, Brent Sanders.Par Dan Scott

In this week's episode, Dan shares a talk he gave in early 2022 at a leadership conference - "What Jesus Teaches Us About Communication." It comes from the Easter-themed story of Christ with the two disciples on the road to Emmaus. Key word? Join, Listen, and Change!Par Dan Scott

A year ago the church pastored by Mike Moran burned to the ground. This not too long after he and his wife lost their adult son. But through it all, the Congregational Church of Eastford, Ct. continues to be a beacon of light in a region of the country that is largely darkened to the gospel. How this church has become an indispensable part of the c…

Redd Martin's stat line: 32 rehab facilities, 8 psychiatric hospitals, 6 jails, 5 suidice attempts, and 8 friends who died from substance abuse. Then Jesus! Now, Redd and his wife feed over 200 homeless people in Greenville, SC, every Sunday through his nonprofit "Sunday Dinner With A Twist." You've got to hear this one!…

Dual guests on this week's episode. First, Abby Johnson of "Unplanned" talks about her continued effort to eradicate abortion and bring workers out of the industry. Then Josh Holland explains how, when, and why the chaplains from the Billy Graham Rapid Response Team are deployed. Lots of great info. Check it out!…

Identity is a hot-button issue in our culture today. So how society defines us, or we may define ourselves, is much different that how God defines us. Listen as Dan explores the issue, and from the Bible explains exactly what God thinks about you. Spoiler alert: He gave you the best gift He had to offer - His only begotten Son!…

Rick Horton is a former Major League Baseball pitcher with the St. Louis Cardinals and Los Angeles Dodgers. Now a Cardinals broadcaster, Horton talks about wearing and sharing his faith in Jesus publicly, his long-time association with the Fellowship of Christian Athletes, plus being in the bullpen for one of baseball's greatest moments. Listen now…

Shane Pruitt is the National Next Gen Director for the North American Missions Board. His new study, Revival Generation, is impacting young people all across the country. We talk about his passion for the next generation, his personal journey to faith, and staying the course through a family tragedy. Check it out!…

Former Gardner-Webb University baseball coach Rusty Stroupe is now in the ministry, serving churches on an interim basis as they search for a new pastor. His transition from the ball field to the pulpit has come with some striking similarities, especially in dealing with players/congretations. His career, his heart, and much more on this episode!…

Kelly Lester was molested as a toddler. Raped as a teen. Had four abortions between the ages of 15-29. She sold drugs, and even ran them for the Puerto Rican mafia. And she briefly worked in the abortion industry. Then Jesus got hold of her. And wait until you hear how her life has changed!Par Dan Scott

Dan's guest this week is Will Graham - yes, Billy Graham's grandson. Will Graham talks about what it's like walking in the footsteps of both his grandfather and his father Franklin, his own faith journey, and what's in store for both he and the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association in 2024. Plus, asking God for his "impossible." Check it out!…

Real estate developer Jim Anthony once was worth over $400 million. Then the real estate crash happened in 2007, and he lost 99 percent of it. But he didn't lose his faith in Christ. And now, at age 80, he's still going strong - but with a much more Kingdom-oriented focus. Check it out!Par Dan Scott

Comedian Jeff Allen has a new book, "Are We There Yet?", which details his life before and after Jesus Christ. We talk about the book, his current comedy tour, and what makes a comedian laugh on this week's show - recorded just prior to his appearance at Spartanburg (SC) Memorial Auditorium. Check it out!…

Brad Scott has 3 national championship rings, has coached under 2 Bowdens, and has been fired as a head coach once. He has experienced the joy and pain of seeing his son hired, then fired, as a college football head coach. Through it all, his faith in Jesus continues to grow.Par Dan Scott

In the final show of 2023, Dan shares his testimony again. But this time from a different perspective. Think you've done too many bad things for Jesus to save you? Or you need to "clean up your life" before coming to Christ? The Old Testament examples of David and King Manasseh beg to differ. Check out this week's show, and Happy New Year!…

In this episode Dan takes a look at the Christmas story via the theme (and song) Mary Did You Know. Plus, an update on the Christmas Project, and how your year-end gift can impact Grand Slam Ministries. Check it out!Par Dan Scott