Christian Devotions SPEAK UP!

Christian Devotions SPEAK UP! November 23 – Lucy Adams & Tiffanie Bradley 6:00 p.m. EST In 1984 in Nashville, Tennessee Lucy Adams began to write answers for the question, "Why do people write songs?" Those stories first appeared on a radio program that she created called THE STORY BEHIND THE SONG and aired on Christian radio station WWGM. In 2000, her book, 52 HYMN STORY DEVOTIONS was published by Abingdon Press. It includes 52 stories surrounded by Scripture and a prayer. Discover more about Lucy Adams at www.52Hymns.com. Evangelist Tiffanie Willis-Bradley was born and raised in Detroit, MI. She accepted Jesus Christ in 1993. In 1998 she answered the call to ministry and has been evangelizing for the past 10 years. She is married to Minister Tyrone Bradley and they have two daughters, Ambrea & Ashley. She is faithful to the call of ministry on her life. She works with the new members, welcoming them into the ministry and manages a food and clothing pantry at Greater Emmanuel Institutional Church of God in Christ, under the Pastor, Supt. J. Drew Sheard. She works diligently with the S.W.A.T. Outreach Ministry where she ministers the word of God in various shelters in the city, and has been reaching out to the homeless, both spiritually and naturally, since God called her to this ministry. She has also worked in television ministry as a cast member of a Christian program entitled "Lessons for Life," formerly featured on the Christian Television Network (CTN). Christian Devotions Radio is a live call-in show. Call-in Number: (347) 884-9367

Christian Devotions SPEAK UP! November 16 – Ginny Dent Brant 6:00 p.m. EST Join us this week on Christian Devotions SPEAK UP! when host Scott McCausey interviews author, Ginny Dent Brant. Ginny Dent Brant graduated with a B.A. from Columbia International University and holds two Masters Degrees from the University of South Carolina in Elementary Education and Elementary Counseling. With 26 years of experience in public education as a teacher, counselor, and adjunct professor, she currently serves as a counselor at Orchard Park Elementary School. Ginny served as a trustee of the International Mission Board of the Southern Baptist Convention and has held leadership roles in many Baptist churches. Ginny has done mission work in Gaza, Yemen, the Czech Republic, Romania, and China. She is a soloist, Sunday school and Bible study teacher, as well as a Christian speaker who has given her testimony to several hundred churches since 1988. She is the president of Laity Alive and Serving which her father, Harry S. Dent, started in 1985. Her husband is Dr. Alton Brant, who is an associate professor of American Sign Language and Deaf Studies at Clemson University. The Brants have one married son and twin sons. Ginny’s brother is Harry S. Dent, Jr., who is an author of books in the financial arena and currently has a book, The Great Depression Ahead, on the New York Times Best Seller List. Her first book, Finding True Freedom: From the White House to the World, is to be released August, 2010. Her book is a paradox of earthly and spiritual freedoms as she and her father journey through life. You can discover more about Ginny at her web site, www.ginnybrant.com. Christian Devotions Radio is a live call-in show. Call-in Number: (347) 884-9367

Christian Devotions SPEAK UP! November 9 – Janet Roller 6:00 p.m. EST Join us this week on Christian Devotions SPEAK UP! when host Scott McCausey interviews singer & songwriter, Janet Roller. Janet Roller wants to live life for God's glory! “The beauty, joy and praise only come when we bring our ashes, mourning, and despair to Him.” Her ministry, Living Oak Ministries, is all about taking your life, with all that is in it—good or bad—and allowing God to use it. Janet is a speaker and singer for Christian events. Her testimony since being named Miss South Carolina 1997, is one of grace, comfort, and love from a Heavenly Father after her godly mother passed away. Janet encourages believers and non-believers to bloom where they're planted and offer all to Christ. Janet and her husband, Matt, were married in November of 1998. They live with their children, Sam and Darby, in Forest City, NC. Find out more about Living Oak Ministries and purchase Janet’s CD at www.janetroller.com. Christian Devotions Radio is a live call-in show. Call-in Number: (347) 884-9367

Christian Devotions SPEAK UP! November 2 – Sherry Carter 6:00 p.m. EST Join us this week on Christian Devotions SPEAK UP! when host Scott McCausey interviews author Sherry Carter. After many years as an engineer at Johnson Space Center in Houston, God saw fit to yank Sherry out of the space world and sit her down in front of a laptop, writing about His Word. Sherry used to be so proud and excited watching the shuttle launch—a shuttle carrying crewmembers her team had trained, with equipment they’d designed. Now she’s at home every day where the most exciting thing is having leftovers for dinner! At JSC, she wrote technical manuals and experimental procedures. Now Sherry sits with a Bible and a concordance, surrounded by reference books, praying for God to show her what to say. God's called Sherry to be many things over the years: daughter, sister, friend, stay-at-home mom, and career woman. But most precious to her is His call to be His daughter. Find out more about Sherry Carter and her new book coming soon to a bookstore near you, at www.sherrycarter.com. Christian Devotions Radio is a live call-in show. Call-in Number: (347) 884-9367

Christian Devotions SPEAK UP! October 26 – Vonda Skelton 6:00 p.m. EST Join us this week on Christian Devotions SPEAK UP! when host Scott McCausey interviews author and speaker Vonda Skelton. As a little girl growing up in South Carolina, Vonda never wanted to do little girl things. Instead of being a cheerleader, she played on the boy’s baseball team. Instead of running from the boys who pulled her hair, Vonda chased them, threw them to the ground, and beat them up. Life was good. Then she grew up and discovered that girls couldn’t play on the boys’ teams. Vonda had always dreamed of being an undercover detective, an investigative reporter, or a movie star. But the world told her she had to become what all little girls became at that time—a nurse, teacher, or secretary. It took over 40 years to discover what God had created Vonda to be—a writer and speaker! Vonda enjoys the honor of sharing the love and forgiveness of Jesus Christ in women’s ministry around the country. Whether you need a night of laugh-out-loud humor or a weekend of serious study, she has a message for you. By incorporating drama, music, and visuals, her programs offer engaging and practical application of spiritual truth, while inspiring women to laugh, learn, and love. But women’s ministry isn’t her only speaking arena. Vonda loves teaching adults and students how to pen words that touch lives. She’s had the privilege of teaching at writers’ conferences from Delaware to New Mexico, and has taught her Writing is Fun! workshops to over 15,000 students in public and private schools. Discover more about Vonda at www.vondaskelton.com. Christian Devotions Radio is a live call-in show. Call-in Number: (347) 884-9367

Christian Devotions SPEAK UP! October 19 – Kathy Howard 6:00 p.m. EST Join us this week on Christian Devotions SPEAK UP! when host Scott McCausey interviews author Kathy Howard. Kathy’s love of teaching led her to begin writing Bible study curriculum to meet specific needs among those she teaches. For instance, after being questioned over and over by students about what the Bible means when it says we are to “fear God,” Kathy began to study the topic. The result was a nine-week study based on the book of Malachi. Before His Throne was released by New Hope Publishers in January, 2008. Kathy also has an exciting teaching ministry to spiritual seekers. She has written a twelve-week study that presents the basics of the Christian faith in a non-threatening way. The study, God’s Truth Revealed, guides seekers through the Bible from creation to the foundation of the Church and challenges them to accept Jesus as their Lord and Savior. This study will be released by New Hope Publishers in March, 2010. Actively involved in women’s ministry for many years, Kathy enjoys speaking at women’s events and conferences. She is equally comfortable speaking in a large group setting, teaching in a more casual atmosphere, or leading interactive workshops. Find out more about Kathy, her family and her ministry at www.kathyhoward.org. Christian Devotions Radio is a live call-in show. Call-in Number: (347) 884-9367

Christian Devotions SPEAK UP! October 12 – Joe Prainito 6:00 p.m. EST Join us this week on Christian Devotions SPEAK UP! when host Scott McCausey interviews author and Hospice Minister, Joe Prainito. Joe Prainito was born in Trenton, Michigan on March 14, 1977 alongside his twin brother (sidekick) Matt. His mom and dad prayed and heeded the call from God to move to California when he was two-years-old, which is where Joe resides with his own family today. Joe’s public ministry began at the ripe age of fifteen when he auditioned and secured a bass guitar position in a band by the name of Wickeds End. Joe went on to play with other such bands as the Glenn Rowlands Band, Fish Tribe, and eventually joined Redline. Joe attended Victory Leadership Institute in Nashville, TN. where he found a deeper desire to minister to those who sit in the streets, as well as the pews. Joe continued to play the bass guitar in Redline, but couldn't deny hearing the Lord calling him away to a ministry of another kind. Joe resigned his position as bassist of Redline and moved back to California at the age of twenty-one to fill a youth pastor position, and soon met his beautiful bride Tina. Joe accepted a position at a local Hospice in Riverside, CA which is where he is today. Joe states: “There was some opposition when I first stepped into the Hospice pastoral position because of my age, but as soon as I began to minister to the patients and families, I was always asked to return. The Lord had grace on me.” Joe continues to minister with Hospice today at the age of thirty, and believes that the Lord still has great plans for his life to spread the word of God throughout the world. Christian Devotions Radio is a live call-in show. Call-in Number: (347) 884-9367

Christian Devotions SPEAK UP! October 5 – Yancy 6:00 p.m. EST Join us this week on Christian Devotions SPEAK UP! when host Scott McCausey interviews singer and songwriter Yancy. Comb through Yancy’s credits to find her exploring a series of pop/rock releases, a Christmas collection and a kids’ CD with companion DVD. She has also shared tour dates with everyone from Newsboys to Mute Math, 4Him and Nichole Nordeman. On the writing side of the coin, she’s teamed up with Third Day’s Mac Powell, co-penned Avalon’s chart topping I Don’t Want To Go (off the Grammy nominated Oxygen album) and Jaci Velasquez’s acclaimed Something Beautiful, while still finding the time to compose two devotional books for worship leaders and musicians, plus launching a father-daughter speaking event with her dad, veteran minister Jim Wideman. Add five years as a staff worship leader conducting services for every age group imaginable and still finding time to minister to pre-teens, teens and young adults (in turn, specifically inspiring the Rock-N-Happy Heart CD and companion devotional), and Yancy’s literally run the entire gamut of enthusiastic diversification. Fast forward through today, and Yancy continues to split her main focus between ministering in standard concerts and leading worship for pre-teens and their families, merging upbeat pop ditties with a serious side that is sure to usher listeners of any age into the presence of God. Discover more about Yancy at her website, www.yancynotnancy.com. Christian Devotions Radio is a live call-in show. Call-in Number: (347) 884-9367

Christian Devotions SPEAK UP! September 28 – Kathi Macias 6:00 p.m. EST Join us this week on Christian Devotions SPEAK UP! when host Scott McCausey interviews author Kathi Macias. Kathi is a multi-award winning writer who has authored nearly 30 books and ghostwritten several others. A former newspaper columnist and string reporter, Kathi has taught creative and business writing in various venues and has been a guest on many radio and television programs. Kathi is a popular speaker at churches, women’s clubs, retreats, and writers’ conferences. In 2008, she won the prestigious member of the year award from AWSA (Advanced Writers and Speakers Association) at the annual Golden Scrolls Award Banquet. Kathi “Easy Writer” Macias lives in Homeland, CA, with her husband, Al, where the two of them spend their free time riding their Harley. Christian Devotions Radio is a live call-in show. Call-in Number: (347) 884-9367

Christian Devotions SPEAK UP! September 21 – Phil Downer 6:00 p.m. EST Join us this week on Christian Devotions SPEAK UP! when host Scott McCausey interviews author Phil Downer. Phil grew up in Colorado and New York with more than the usual family pain. He flunked out of the college where his father had been the student body president. Ironically (though providentially), Phil joined the United States Marine Corps. He stuffed the pain, lived for the moment, medicated his needs with achievement, competition, and the answers of the world. He finally found answers when a doctor teamed up with other professional men in CBMC, and reached out to Phil with the timeless truths of Jesus Christ. The Bible become the most relevant and effective tool in his leadership role, and he ultimately became a senior partner and trial lawyer in a 50 attorney law firm in five offices coast to coast. Phil learned that the Scriptures provided invaluable guidance in rebuilding relationships and was a blueprint for his discipleship of men in the marketplace. Now, in Discipleship Network of America, Phil’s family continues with the same focus and passion which God called him over 20 years ago, to go into all the world to make disciples. Matthew 28:19.br> Christian Devotions Radio is a live call-in show. Call-in Number: (347) 884-9367

Christian Devotions SPEAK UP! September 14 – Linda Canup 6:00 p.m. EST Join us this week on Christian Devotions SPEAK UP! when host Scott McCausey interviews Linda Canup. Linda Canup is the Assistant Editor for In Touch magazine, a publication of In Touch Ministries with Dr. Charles Stanley in Atlanta, Georgia. Her responsibilities include evaluating query letters and manuscript submissions, in addition to writing and editing articles. Recently, she joined an exciting new initiative to develop an online version of In Touch. Linda also enjoys teaching others about writing and has had the honor of serving on the faculty of several national Christian writers’ conferences. When she’s not working, Linda enjoys listening to great books on CD and supporting her husband, Glenn, in his work as a full-time minister. Christian Devotions Radio is a live call-in show. Call-in Number: (347) 884-9367

Christian Devotions SPEAK UP! September 7 – Todd Starnes 6:00 p.m. EST Join us this week on Christian Devotions SPEAK UP! when host Scott McCausey interviews Fox News Radio reporter Todd Starnes. Todd Starnes is an author and network news reporter for Fox News Radio—based in New York City. He’s covered a number of high profile stories—taking him from Wall Street to the White House. He is also a contributor to FOX Nation and The Strategy Room on FOXNews.com. Todd is a recipient of the Edward R. Murrow Award and the Associated Press Mark Twain Award for Storytelling. His work is heard on hundreds of radio stations around the nation. He is also a long distance runner—having completed the 2007 NYC Marathon and a number of half-marathons—most recently the Country Music Half-Marathon in Nashville. His first book, “They Popped My Hood and Found Gravy on the Dipstick,” is a best-seller. It’s a humorous collection of stories about his open-heart surgery in 2005. Former Arkansas Governor Mike Huckabee wrote the forward and the book is endorsed by Southern Baptists like Dr. David Dockery, President of Union University, Gloria Gaither, and Jonathan Falwell, pastor of Thomas Road Church. His second book, “Dispatches from Bitter America,” includes exclusive interviews with FOX News Channel’s Bill O’Reilly, Michelle Malkin, Paula Deen, Gov. Mike Huckabee and Amy Grant. He was a presenter at the 2009 Gospel Music Association DOVE Awards and a keynote speaker at the 2010 Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writer’s Conference. Christian Devotions Radio is a live call-in show. Call-in Number: (347) 884-9367

Christian Devotions SPEAK UP! August 31 – Ron Wildes 6:00 p.m. EST Join us this week on Christian Devotions SPEAK UP! when host Scott McCausey interviews author Ron Wides. A 1971 graduate of Camden County High School, Ron writes about much of his Southeast Georgia hometown of Saint Mary’s—especially the unusual characters he encountered during his childhood. Rev. Wildes also tells of his family, including his late parents, Julian and Doris Wildes. He uses a storytelling style reminiscent of his grandfather, Mack Wildes, who was renowned throughout that area of Georgia as the surveyor of Charlton County and a blacksmith. After high school, Rev. Wildes received his Bachelor of Science degree in History, Archeology, and Political Science from Shorter College. Then, in 1979, he earned his Master's of Divinity degree from Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary. The Sharpsburg resident enjoys his family, including a son, twin daughters, and his grandchildren. In fact, illustrations in his book were drawn by his children. You can find his book Swamp Ponderings at www.amazon.com. Christian Devotions Radio is a live call-in show. Call-in Number: (347) 884-9367

Christian Devotions SPEAK UP! August 24 – Ken Smith 6:00 p.m. EST Join us this week on Christian Devotions SPEAK UP! when host Scott McCausey interviews Ken Smith from Canada Church Growth. Ken and his wife Barb started their journey into Canada when he saw an ad from Christian Standard, looking for a minister in Outlook, Saskatchewan Canada. They visited the small church and were convicted to see if they could raise the required monies needed to sustain their family through this move. Thirty days later, they were on their way to a new church, a new country, and a new mission to plant churches in Canada. Tune in to Speak UP! and discover the journey that Ken and his family embarked on and how God led them to plant churches and bridge the gap between our neighboring country. If you would like more information on Canada Church Growth, contact Ken at kensmith45@aol.com and add Canada Church Growth to the subject line. This show will be pre-recorded but listeners are encouraged to call-in towards the end of the program.

Christian Devotions SPEAK UP! August 17 – Chris Byrd 6:00 p.m. EST Join us this week on Christian Devotions SPEAK UP! when host Scott McCausey interviews the former Heavyweight Champion of the World, Chris Byrd. After winning the silver medal at the 1992 Summer Olympic Games in Barcelona, the Lord slowed Chris’s pace, allowing him to take an inventory of his life. He was married to his beautiful wife and best friend, Tracy, had an adorable baby girl, Jordan, and a future that appeared bright. Everything seemed right on track, yet something was missing. It was at this time that Tracy felt the calling of Christ. Her church attendance was infectious, and one day Chris found himself following his family into God’s house. Chris filled the empty void with Christ and bounced back professionally, hungry to achieve his boxing dreams. He added weight to enter the heavyweight division and accumulated 36 professional victories. Byrd was one of the world's best heavyweights from the late 1990s into the mid 2000s. Chris’s greatest boxing triumph was a win over Evander Holyfield on December 14, 2002. His lopsided, unanimous decision brought him the IBF Title in an impressive performance against one of the biggest names in boxing history. Christian Devotions Radio is a live call-in show. Call-in Number: (347) 884-9367