Hello From Florida

Just wanted to drop a line and let everyone know that I am doing fine. Thanks to everyone that has emailed me. Your emails are so encouraging and it is great to here from my friends "back home".

So many people keep asking me why I left the radio station after almost ten years. It is amazing the different reasons that I hear and I'm 1100 miles away. I can only imagine what is being said at ground zero.

The reason why I left is not important. What is important is the here and now. Now is the time to examine our hearts and find out, truthfully, where we stand before a loving, awesome God. Now is the time to reflect back on His mercy, His grace and realize that we need to reach out to people in the Spirit of that Love. Now is the time to get back to the Heart of Christ, love for God, love for your neighbor.

Sometimes I think we as a Christian people can get caught up in the cares of the world. It's not about money. Its not about having a red Corvette, a Harley and a Range Rover. Christ told us that if we had two cloaks and someone was cold we should give them one. How much greater the command when we have two cars, a motorcylce, a boat, two homes, ect and there are people sitting in our churches that have termination notices for electric. Where is the heart of Christ then? No - Christ doesn't want us poor - He wants us to Love one another, to take care of one another.

And for the record, I don't see in the Bible where Jesus was a rich man. That's just unscriptural and comes from a carnal mind. Jesus could have called riches into His life just as He could have turned the stones to bread but He didn't.

The election for President is coming in less then two months. Who will you vote for and why? Forget what the opinion makers from both sides are saying - what is God telling you? God speaks to the individual heart. It is your heart that you are responsible for. What is he telling you? You need to know that before you go out to vote.

These are just some of the things that are on my mind as I sit in a thatched roof cabana by the ocean. It is beautiful here. 80 degrees and sunny, flowers blooming and the ocean is blue.

Once again, Thanks for all of the emails and letters. I appreciate hearing from you! Perhaps I will get into why I left the radio station in a future post.

May God continue to bless you and your families! Have a great day!

Florida is B.E.A.U.T.I.F.U.L!!!

Well I made it to my new home and it is beautiful. I live in Deerfield Beach which is about 30 miles north of Miami. I am two miles from the beach. There are palm trees in my front yard. The sky is blue, the neighbors are wonderful and I am excited to be here.

Thanks to everyone that send such encouraging emails and replies to the blog. I am going to miss the wonderful partners of He's Alive Radio.

I will post some pictures as soon as I find my camera - I know its in one of the boxes!

Thank You For The Memories

Wow! Its hard for me to imagine not driving up the mountain every morning to host the Morning Show but that is about to happen. I'm Florida bound! My last day on the air will be Sunday August 30th.

Its hard to imagine that nine years have gone by so quickly! Its been an interesting nine years. I started out as the host of the Mid-Day show playing Praise and Worship music. That was fine, I was familiar with that style of music.

But then Monte Palmer informed me that I was going to take over the Morning Show and start playing Southern Gospel music I was flabbergasted! I knew nothing about SG music and didn't really like it. I had a rough time those first few months adjusting to the names and sounds of SG music. It was rough!

A funny thing happened after a few months. I found myself enjoying some of the music. The Bishops, Jeff and Sheri Easter, Booth Brothers, McKameys.. it wasn't that bad after all. Soon I began enjoying a variety of artists. I never could enjoy the twangy, whiney SG music that is heard on some SG stations and when I had a chance I would never play it - sorry if you like that style but ehhhh!

I remember the big worry over Y2K. I was just getting ready to come off the air when USA Network news announced that a plane had struck the World Trade Center. I remember praying and having people call back in as God had answered their prayers - that's priceless.

Its a huge move and I don't have a job lined up as I type this but the situation dictates that I move. Please keep me in your prayers. I will keep you informed of what has become of me on this blog. (The name will probably change but...)

Thank you for all of your encouragement and support over the years. I'm going to miss this ministry and you.

Want To Change The USA? Get Involved at The Call

“Can a nation be changed in one day?”.

That is the question that greets you when you open up The Call’s homepage. The headline “Raising up 10,000 young pioneering leaders to plant prayer furnaces” is the second headline to catch your eyes.

According to The Call website…

TheCall is a divinely initiated, multi-racial, multi-generational, and cross-denominational gathering to corporate prayer and fasting. We believe that our nation is in desperate need of the mercy of God and a great Spiritual Awakening. TheCall is committed to mobilizing people from all across America to gather together to petition God for His undeserved mercy for our nation in 12-hour solemn assemblies. Just as in the days of Joel, we believe that now is the time to blow the trumpet across our land, to fast, to pray, and return to the Lord with all our hearts.

In the midst of an “entertainment” driven society, TheCall does not seek to entertain, but to encounter God. Unlike other mass gatherings which attract people through the rhythms of loud music, the glamour of flashing lights, or through the appeal of charismatic personalities, TheCall is a gathering centered around the affections of a loving God. There will be no advertised bands and no promoted speakers, as our purpose is not to promote any man or ministry.

TheCall is a FAST not a festival. TheCall is a SOLEMN ASSEMBLY not a conference. Whereas conferences focus primarily on training and discipleship, the 12 hours of TheCall are spent primarily before the Lord in the place of prayer and worship. We believe the hour is late and the times are urgent. Our nation is in desperate need of revival and it will be only through the corporate body of Christ uniting in the place of prayer that we will find any hope in this hour. We believe we can see our nation changed as the Lord pours out His Spirit and brings refreshing to the broken, destitute, and the weary across our land.

TheCall event is scheduled for August 16^th on the Mall in DC.

For details visit their website at www.thecall.com

Shannon Perry, "Tell The Story" on Listener Colosseum

Its a new week and a new song on the Listener Colosseum. This week we debut a song from Shannon Perry entitled, "Tell Me The Story". Let me know what you think about the song. Vote and leave comments here.

Darren Prater Gets Thumbs Up On Listener Colosseum

Darren Prater's, "My Redeemer" received 100% "thumbs up" on the Listener Colosseum. With the overwhelming support for this new song and artist the song will be added to the regular line up of top quality songs that you have come to expect on the He's Alive Radio Network.

The Listener Colosseum showcases a brand new song from a new artist or group every week. Listeners are encouraged to express their opinion on the sing by voting "Thumbs Up" or "Thumbs Down". If The song receives more positive votes then negative votes it is added to the regular line up of music. If not it is never heard again on the Morning Show.

Is This Your Pastor For Sell On ebay?

Well I thought that I had seen everything - or close to it - for sell on eBay. Check this out. A pastor and his family up for auctionon eBay. Ifthis works maybe we will auction Melissa off during our next Life Drive :)

Something New - Listener Colosseum

I want to try something new. It's called the Listener Colosseum and here is how it works. Once a week (or so) I will find a new, unheard of artist, and play one of their songs on the air. When I do I want you to come to the Morning Show Blog and let me know what you think.

Thumbs up - I should keep it in the playlist.

Thumbs down - never play it again.

Kind of like being thrown to the lions in the colosseum. Its up to you to decide what to do with the song.

Vote for the song in the survey in the upper right hand corner of the blog and leave comments on the blog. Let's find out what you think. Your opinions are important. Be honest and give some good feedback. I will appreciate it and so will the artist.

Rank the song on a scale from 1 - 10 with 10 being the best.

Darren Prater - "My Redeeemer"

The very first artist in the Listener Colosseum is Darren Prater. His song is called "My Redeemer". Let me know what you think. Leave comments and rate it on a scale from 1 - 10.

Thanks!

Top Twenty Songs For The Month

Here is the list of our Top Twenty Songs as reported to The Singing News Magazine Chart.
1.) "HELP IS ON THE WAY".........DOYLE LAWSON

2.) "YAHWEH"..........THE HOPPERS

3.) "WHEN I CRY"..........GAITHER VOCAL BAND

4.) "YOU CAN'T TAKE MY CROWN".......IVAN PARKER

5.) "I CAN THINK OF ONE"...........MARK BISHOP

6.) "70 X 7"................CROSSWAY

7.) "BEFORE YOU KNEW HOW TO LOVE ME"........POET VOICES

8.) "YOU DON'T KNOW GODS LOVE".........DOVE BROTHERS

9.) "WELCOME TO THE FAMILY"..........BOOTH BROTHERS

10.) "WALK ON".................ISAACS

11.) "FOR THE LIFE OF ME"..............SUSAN WHISNANT

12.) "I BELIEVE GOD"........BRIAN FREE AND ASSURANCE

13.) "MOVE OH MOUNTAIN"......SHEPHERDS

14.) "HISTORY TURNED THE PAGE".......AUSTINS BRIDGE

15.) "THAT'S ENOUGH"........TALLEY TRIO fea JAKE HESS

16.) "GOD WILL PASS BY".......GREATER VISION

17.) "WHEN GOD RAN".......KINGSMEN

18.) "THE POTTER KNOWS THE CLAY"....... THE PERRYS

19.) "I'VE GOT JOY".........CHARLOTTE RITCHIE

20.) "EVEN THOMAS COULDN'Y DOUBT IT"......MARK TRAMELL TRIO

The top pick new songs released in the past four weeks are:
1.) Jeff and Sheri Easter's, "Joshua's Song"
2.) Whisnants, "The Past Is A Promise"
3.) Ernie Haase and Signature Sound, "Reason Enough"
4.) Kingdom Heirs, "Jesus Made A Believer Out of Me"
5.) Legacy Five, "Hello After Goodbye"
6.) The Nelons, "I'll Love You With My Life"

These are the songs that are reported to the Singing News Southern Gospel Music Chart. This is the list that will impact the September magazine. I will try to post the rest of the new music that was added this past week so check back.

Sheri Easter Update - Good News!!

Here is an update on Sheri Easter. It comes from Chuck Peter's Southern Gospel News........

SHERI EASTER UPDATE

Yesterday we reported that Sheri Easter's surgery, on Tuesday (07/08/08).. went well. Now additional information indicates that the mastectomy surgery has revealed that the lymph nodes are clear and cancer-free. A news item at www.gaither.com also says doctors were pleased with how the surgery went and.. are optimistic about her prognosis.

According to Jeff & Sheri Easter's booking agent.. while Sheri recovers at home,.. Jeff, with the assistance of Madison Easter and Melissa White, who traveled with the family for three years, is headed off to Shipshewana, Ind., and Hopkins, Mich., to fulfill the groups dates.

Friends and family are asking that for continued prayers as Sheri begins her recovery. Jeff and Sheri thank everyone who has supported them in prayer and with their "well wishes".

Notes of encouragement and get well cards may be sent to:

Sheri Easter

P O Box 160

Lincolnton, GA 30817

visit: www.jeffandsherieaster.com

Sheri Easter Needs Your Prayers

I found this in my inbox this morning and wanted to pass it along. I am encouraging everyone to be praying for Sheri. I would also encourage you to send a card and let her know that you are praying for her. The address to send your cards is at the bottom of the post.

In addition to being one of the finest singers in gospel music, Sheri Easter is also a mother and wife. Please keep her in prayer. The post comes from Chuck Peter's SG News.....

Jeff and Sheri Easter's booking agent told reporters that Sheri's surgery, Tuesday (07/08/08).. went well. A BSA Agency press release says: "Sheri came through the surgery and her Doctors were pleased the surgery was performed without any complications." The agency says Jeff Easter called from the hospital when Sheri was being taken from recovery to her private room.

Sheri Easter recently received news that she has breast cancer. Sources say the mastectomy surgery test results should reveal the extent of the cancer's presence in her body. Friends and family are asking that you pray the cancer is not in the lymph nodes.. and also for continued prayers as Sheri begins her recovery. Jeff and Sheri thank everyone who has supported them in prayer and with their "well wishes".

Notes of encouragement and get well cards may be sent to:

Sheri Easter

P O Box 160

Lincolnton, GA 30817

Mark Bishop on New Music Monday

You do not want to miss New Music Monday on June 23rd. This week we are going to take a listen to the brand new CD from Mark Bishop, "The Fields of Love". In addition to listening to this great CD, I will be airing an interview that I did with Mark last week. It is going to be one of the best shows you will hear all year!

Mark Bishop's new CD, "The Fields of Love" is a ground breaking CD in that it is a Southern Gospel concept album. It tells a story with each song serving as a kind of "chapter" in the story. Mark describes it as a "Musical Journey of Faith in the Heartland". It is about a man's struggle to regain faith.

I have to tell you that the first time that I listened to "The Fields of Love" I got a little teary eyed. It is a very moving story and the songs are the best that Mark has ever written.

New Music Monday starts at 6AM EST. You can tune in online at http://www.hesalive.net/

If you would like to read more about what Mark had to say about "The Fields of Love" you should visit http://www.southern-gospel-music-lyrics.com/mark-bishop-fields-of-love.html

McKameys On new Music Monday

Today on New Music Monday we are taking a listen to the brand new CD from the McKameys called, "Something More". The CD features 12 brand new songs from one of Southern Gospel Music's most beloved groups.

The CD showcases the McKameys at their best. The song selection and the delivery are what you would expect from the McKameys - no surprises, just classic McKameys.

One of my favorite songs on the "Something More" CD is entitled, "I Believe". This wonderful Southern Gospel song was written by Sandy Blythe and is based on Mark 9:24. The lyrics begin, "He cried, Lord I believe but help mine unbelief and by Your mighty hand a miracle he then received. Like that story long ago, I'm calling out to you, and humbly I confess that my faith has grown weary too."

We have all reached this point at some time in our walk with Christ. A point where the enemy of our souls whispers in our ears and our faith grows week. The chorus of the song brings hope. "I believe, but Lord help thou my unbelief, it's sweet to trust you Lord, but I have never walked this road before. So, hold my trembling hand, for I'm trying hard to understand, overlook the doubt in me, for I really do believe". The sincere singing style of the McKameys really brings this song home. The McKameys open their hearts and share with you the truth that God has given them. It's a great song.

A second song on the McKamey's New CD, "Something More" that stuck with me after the first listen was a song called, "Between Twelve and Thirty-Three". This song, written by Rusty Golden, Jerry Salley, and Jim McBride. This song is based on Luke 2:3-7 and John 19: 16-30. It is a simple song that speaks of the life of Christ that will stick with you.

The McKameys are one of Southern Gospel Music's most beloved groups. I hope that you enjoy the CD, "Something More" on New Music Monday. You will be able to read more about this CD and an interview with Peg McKamey at www.southern-gospel-music-lyrics.com

Don't forget to cast your vote "Hit" or "Miss" on the McKamey's CD in the survey in the upper right hand corner of the blog.

New Music Monday is Back

Back by popular request is New Music Monday! This week we will be taking a listen to Arkin Terrell's Cd entitled, "One Step Closer".

This is the debut album from Arkin. It has been receiving rave reviews including one by the New York Times. His first single, "Clean Slate" was a popular request here at He's Alive Radio.

New Music Monday starts at 6:00 and I'll be sprinkling some new music from Arkin Terrell throughout the Morning Show.

Speaking of New Music

I have added some wonderful new songs to the line up. Some of my favorite new songs include:
The Whisnants - "The Past Is A Promise"
Perry Sisters - "I Fall Down On My Knees"
The Perrys - "The Potter Knows"
The Inspirations - "The Rose"
Three Bridges - "Step Back On The Rock"
Janet Paschal - "I See A Crimson Stream" (Features Sheri Easter and Charlette Ricthie
Mark Tramell Trio - "Even Thomas Couldn't Doubt It"
Triumphant Quartet - "The Old White Flag"
Tim Hill - "He Must Be In The House"
Naomi and the Segos - "99 1/2"
Maharreys - "I've Just Seen The Rock of Ages"

There are more songs to listen for. These are just some of my favorites.

Doyle Lawson and Quicksilver - Champs!

Doyle Lawson and Quicksilver have made it to the top. They are only the second group to retire as King of the Mountain Champions. The first group was the Ball Brothers with "Mercy Said No."

"Help Is On The Way" won for ten weeks and defeated songs from The Booth Brothers, The Kingsmen, Triumphant Quartet, Mark Bishop, The Browns, The Shepherds and others.

This Friday we will have two new songs to listen to. The first song is by Mitchel Jon, formerly of Three Bridges. The song is entitled, "Jesus Gave Me Water".

The second song is by Naomi and the Segos and is entitled, "99 1/2".

King of the Mountain starts at 7:20. Don't miss it! I'll be giving away a copy of the Tally Trio CD, "Stages" which has some great music on it including the number one song, "The Broken Ones".

My favorite Psalm

Someone asked me if I had a favorite Psalm. I had to think about that for a moment. I love the Psalms. They give me such encouragement. I thought about Psalm 103 where David writes:

"Praise the Lord oh my soul, and forget not all His benefits,

Who forgives all you sins and heals all your diseases.

who redeems your life from the pit

and crowns you with love and compassion,

Who satisfies your desires with good things

so that your youth is renewed like the eagles"

THAT is awesome! Forget not His benefits. His benefits....wow...

Then I think of Psalm 108 where in verse 12 it says:

"Give us aid against the enemy,

for the help of man is worthless.

With God we will gain the victory,

and He will trample down our enemies".

Such a powerful Psalm!

There are so many wonderful Psalms but I think that Psalm 107 is my favorite. It is such a Psalm of hope and promise. I like the entire psalm that tells of how God rescues His people - "He sent forth His Word and healed them. He rescued them from the grave." - that's a power verse!

I love that after every action of God to rescue His people we are admonished to "give thanks to the Lord for his unfailing love and His wonderful deeds for men"

His unfailing love, unfailing love and wonderful deeds for men! He is the same yesterday, today and forever! His Love is still unfailing and He is still doing wonderful deeds for men! He is a miracle working, loving God! He is for us and not against us! Expect "wonderful deeds" from a God that loves you "unfailingly".

Yeah - I get excited when I read Psalm 107. It's my favorite Psalm. What's yours?

He's Alive Radio's New Mascot

Move over Bogart - we've got a new mascot here at He's Alive Radio. On Friday May 15, the first Robin egg hatched. I've been talking about the eggs on the Morning Show and wanted to share some pictures with you.

The nest was built on the back of a satellite dish right next to the office door. It is basically straw and mud with a strip of plastic. There is a really nice view of the nest from the porch so all of us have been watching the eggs.

The umbrella? That's June's contribution to the nest. June didn't want the birds to get wet so she put the umbrella up - momma bird seems to like it!

Feed The World While You Learn

Here is a wonderful, fun site that will make a difference in lives. It is www.freerice.com

This site will help you build your vocabulary while helping to feed hungry people throughout the world. Its a fun site, its free and its making a difference in the world - that's a winning site in my book!

WorldWide Telescope

I found this interesting free site when I was surfing the web for top stories. It is about the WorldWide Telescope. This is a free download that is similar to GoogleEarth but deals with astronomy.

Check out this site for more info and some great videos. I haven't tried it on my home computer and can't wait to do so. It looks like a great learning tool for home schoolers.

Another Dottie Rambo Video- We Shall Behold Him

I found this Dottie Rambo video from a few years back. It is Dottie singing her song, "We Shall Behold Him". What a wonderful song. What a wonderful lady.

Remembering Dottie Rambo

Here are some excellent Dottie Rambo videos. I hope that you enjoy them. See the post below for some tribute websites where you can leave comments.

Dottie Rambo, A Southern Gospel Lady Goes Home

It was just after I got into the studio this morning. I had updated the weather and was into the first set of Southern Gospel songs. I was checking my email to find out what was new in the world of Southern Gospel music so that I could pass it along.

When I opened up my first email account I noticed that several of the emails contained the name Dottie Rambo. One was from Libbi Stufle of the Perrys, another from The SingingNews, another from Paul Heil. I opened Libby's email and was stunned. This is her email...

Wow, what a day this has been! When I went to bed this morning at 5:34pm after sitting up with Tracy while driving the bus to get home in time for church this morning,
I had no idea that I would wake up to the sounds of my phone beeping that I had a text message with the message.....Dottie was killed in a bus wreck this morning.
I had to look at my phone twice to make sure I was reading it right. I immediately woke Tracy up and he said please make sure this is right, I just can't believe it. Well,
it was right and true.

Here's the police report from the Missouri State Police:
At 2:19 a.m.,Missouri State Troopers responded to the accident that took place on I-44, two miles east of Mt. Vernon, Missouri. According to the Troopers' report, the 1997 Prevost Dottie was traveling aboard ran off the roadway, struck the guard rail and an embankment. Dottie was pronounced dead at the scene by Lawrence County (Mo.) Coroner Don Lakin at 4:20 a.m.Aboard the bus were Dottie's product manager Christopher Barnes, Larry & Judy Ferguson, their children Pierce and Christian, and driver Ronnie Meadows.

From reports Larry Ferguson (Dottie's Manager) is in critical condition along with Ronnie Meadows (the driver) and Chris Barnes.

I grew up in the era when the Rambos were as we always said it "Big Time!" I remember the first time I heard her sing, I was blown away because I had never
heard a woman sing that low and pretty. Her voice was so full and big. Not only could she sing and write, she was a very beautiful LADY. She dressed and
acted like a lady. I just thought she was the most elegant lady I had ever seen and even years later, she still held that elegance and charm.

When the Perrys started singing in 1970 we sang just about every Rambo's song we could learn. I have several favorites but these are the ones that I always
even today still find myself listening to when I listen to the Rambos:
Holy Hills of Heaven (my all time favorite Rambo's song)
Build My Mansion
Mama's Teaching Angels How To Sing
Tears Will Never Stain The Streets of That City
I Just Came To Talk With You Lord
Too Much To Gain To Lose
New Shoes
Sheltered In The Arms of God
If That Isn't Love
He Looked Beyond My Faults And Saw My Need
We Shall Behold Him
March Around The Throne

Gosh, I could just go on forever!! I don't think the lady ever wrote a bad song. Dottie just had a way of painting a picture with words. You can just close your
eyes and you are there, standing in the middle of the song. You never had to second guess what the song was trying to say.

For the past two years I have called Dottie on Mother's Day and we would talk about 2 hours at a time. We would talk a little, cry a little, but mostly we would
do more laughing than anything. She was one of the funniest ladies I have ever met. The last couple of times we worked with her, we would go back and
forth on stage about Men and how hard they are to live with sometimes. She would just laugh that little laugh she had and always got the last word in!
She was so witty. Today, I miss talking to my friend, but I just know that she is in a far, far better place than this place. She has met face to face the one she tried to write about all of her life, She's sheltered in the Arms of God alright, SHE IS THERE!!!!! As much as one side of my heart is breaking right now, the other side is turning flips because she's HOME with her Lord and Master!!

Dottie, I will forever miss your presence in the world, but I know it won't be long, until we'll ALL BE HOME!!
Until then....
Happy Mother's Day, I love you LADY!
Libbi

I think that Libbi sums it up so well. Dottie Rambo was one of a kind and willbe missed. Artists and industry friends are leaving remembrances and messages on a special Dottie Rambo tribute page. Fans may visit and read the comments at www.southerngospelreporter.com/dottietribute

A memorial website has been authorized by Rambo Evangelistic Association.. The site, www.dottierambomusic.com is available for friends to write their own personal Dottie Rambo stories,.. and include notes to her loved ones.

Does Bluegrass Belong On Southern Gospel Radio?

Today on New Music Monday I'm featuring a CD from The Primitive Quartet entitled, "Thank You For The Roses". The Primitive Quartet has been traveling and performing together for many years. They have a huge following coast to coast. Yet I have very seldom aired their music on The Morning Show. Why?

Why? Because they are predominantly a bluegrass group. It was my belief that they didn't quite fit the format. Lately I've come to reevaluate my position on this.

One of the reasons I have begun to think that maybe, perhaps, there is room for groups like the Primitive Quartet on the Morning Show is the way that you have embraced Doyle Lawson and Quicksilver. Doyle's latest song "Help Is On The Way" is a seven time winner on King of the Mountain. It's still going strong after knocking off the Kingsmen last week. It's a very good song by one of the legends in Bluegrass music.

The Isaacs have always had a home on the He's Alive Radio Network - they are Bluegrass. Perhaps they made the grade because of their connection with the Bill Gaither Homecoming Tour and Series? I don't know. I do know that I really enjoy their music.

So what do you think? Does Bluegrass music belong on a Southern Gospel Radio station? Cast your vote ( survey box to the right)

Voices Won On New Music Monday

We have a treat to look forward to today on New Music Monday - The latest CD from Voices Won, "Easier To Live". Voices Won is a group that has been on the verge of having major success for a few years now and this CD may put them over the top.

The mood of the CD is up-lifting with most songs of a medium to up tempo. Some of my favorites include, "Sweetest Sound", "Happy", He Lived To Love The Lord" and "Easier To Live".

This is a wonderful CD. Every song is good with no letdowns. I hope that you enjoy it as much as I do. Drop me a comment and let me know.

New Austins Bridge Song

Dove Award nominees, Austins Bridge, have released a new song to radio. The song, "History Turned The Page", was written by Gerald Crabb. Be listening throughout the week for this song and then cast your vote if you think it is going to be a "Hit" or a "Miss"

Austins Bridge is Mike Kofahl, Justin Rivers (formerly with the Crabb Family), and Jason Baird. Austins Bridge was formed in early 2006. The name refers to Austin, Texas, where Mike and Jason were living when the group formed. Justin comments that “the bridge part comes from our desire to bridge generational gaps between the young and the old and the new. To spread this message to a vast audience and not just stick it in a box. So we are just trying to do some things outside the box”.

To read more about Austins Bridge go to www.bestsoutherngospelmusic.com

Ivan Parker Interview This Friday!

Get ready for a morning with Ivan Parker this Friday on the Morning Show. It is going to be great! Ivan talks about his new CD, "Inseparable" and we'll be listening to songs from the CD throughout the morning.

Then on New Music Monday, we will be checking out the first CD from Aaron and Amanda Crabb, "After The Rain". Its a wonderful Cd filled with songs that you won't want to miss. New Music Monday starts at 6am so tune in early and stay late.

Be Listening For An Interview With Ivan Parker

I just got off the telephone with Ivan Parker so be listening for an interview with Southern Gospel Music's favorite male soloist. We talked about him recent number one song, his first as a soloist, "I Choose". He talked about the story behind the song and how it is ministering to people.

We talked about his new CD, "Inseperable", what God has been speaking to him and his new granddaughter. If you are an Ivan Parker fan you won't want to miss this!

New Music on the Morning Show

It has been a wonderful week for new music and I have added several songs to the He's Alive Radio play list. One of my favorite songs that I added is by Crossway. The song is called "70 x 7". You can read more about this song www.bestsoutherngospelmusic.com .

Other songs that were added include:
Mark Bishop - "I Can Think of One"
Gaither Vocal Band - "When I Cry"
Charlotte Ritchie - "I've Got Joy"
The Isaacs - "Walk On"
Michael English - "Feels Like Redemption"
George Strait - "I Saw God Today"
Shiloh - "In My Shoes"
Judy Martin Hess - "Let It Show"
The Dills - "Uncommon"
Jimmy Dooley - "God Noticed You"
Jerry Bennett - "You've Seen Nothing Yet"
Back Home - "Hearts in a Different Place"
Chris Hester - "Come Home"
Gene Watson - "A Good Place To Turn Around"
Adam's Voice - "It's a God Thing"

There were other songs added as well so keep your ears open. Remember if you hear something you like email me and let me know. Also if you know of a song that we should be playing email me and I will check it out.

Five Finger Prayer Guide

I'm not quite sure how emailed me this "Five Finger Prayer Guide" but I think it is a wonderful prayer guide and I'd like to pass it on. The guide mentions that as we look at our hands we can use our fingers to remind us and guide us in our prayers.

As you look at your hand look first at your thumb. It is the nearest to you and reminds us to pray for those that God has placed closest to us. Our family, friends, and loved ones. They are the easiest to remember. As C. S. Lewis said, praying for these is a "Sweet duty".

The next finger is the pointing finger. It reminds us to pray for those who teach, instruct and heal, This includes our teaches, doctors and ministers. They need our support and God's wisdom and guidance as they point others in the right direction.

The next finger is the tallest finger and reminds us to pray for those in authority over us. Pray for our leaders. Pray for those in the government, business and industry that shape our nation, the world and public opinion. They need God's guidance.

The next finger is our ring finger. It is the weakest finger. It reminds us to pray for those that are weak, troubled or in pain. They need our prayers. We can not pray to much for them.

The last finger is our little finger, the smallest finger of all. This is how we should place our self in relation to God and others. As the Bible says, "The least shall be the greatest among you". Your pinkie should remind you to pray for yourself. By the time you pray for the other groups that your fingers remind you to pray for, your own needs will be put into proper perspective and you will be able to pray for your self more effectively.