Mid-Morning Full Archive

Don t ever underestimate the power of a testimony! Today s People to People Mid-Morning features two powerful testimonies you won t soon forget. Pastor Scott Nedberg joins Char to share how God saved his life by allowing him to go to jail. His journey is one of recovering from his addiction of choice - gambling. And Jackie Carpenter testifies that God is still in the business of doing miracles! Discover how God brought her family through a false felony murder charge against her son and why Psalm 91 was so meaningful to her in the journey.

Put the paperbacks you've read to good use by sending them to servicemen and women stationed overseas. Operation Paperback's Chrissy Honeywell explains how on today's "Spots and Spotlights." Max Troyer shares the history of Indiana's own Sechler's Pickles. Mary Carrier tells how she transformed some of her late husband's clothes into treasured teddy bears for her children and grandchildren. And Constance Rhodes recounts what she learned about herself and our culture's obsession with beauty when she went without make-up for a month.

When Michael Card first started attending an African American church, he was struck by how the congregation worshiped Jesus as "Master." He soon learned that during slavery, calling Jesus "Master" was a subtle way of saying that their earthly masters were not their true Master. This insight led Card on a journey of discovery, as he wondered, "What did it mean for African American slaves to acknowledge Jesus as Master? What did Paul, Peter, Jude and James mean when they acknowledged themselves as Christ's slaves? What would it mean for you and me to take upon ourselves the title 'slave of Christ'?" The author of "A Better Freedom" (InterVarsity, ISBN # 0-8308-3714-0) explores the biblical imagery of slavery as a window into understanding Jesus both as the Savior who took on the form of a slave, and as the true Lord and Master who sets us free from our own slavery to sin.

The fact 58% of teen drivers are involved in a crash within a year of getting their license proves that teenagers need more than just the mechanics of how to drive a car to be smart and safe drivers. What's a parent to do? Learn how to crashproof them during Thursday's encore Mid-Morning! Certified driving instructor - and parent of three teenagers - Timothy Smith explains how in "Crashproof Your Kids" (Fireside, ISBN# 0-7432-7711-2).

Are you living with fear on a daily basis? Fear and anxiety can be debilitating and even have paralyzing effects. Pat Palau and PeggySue Wells co-authors of, "What to Do When You're Scared to Death" (Monarch, ISBN# 978-0-8254-629-1), unpack tangible ways for you to overcome fear and the two ladies provide scriptural encouragement for your journey toward freedom.

It began with apple butter and grew into a successful family business that produces natural fruit butters, preserves, and jellies without corn syrups or preservatives. Dillman Farm's Cary Dillman tells the company's tasty story on May's "Spots and Spotlights." Michele Zavatsky shares kid-tested places to visit along I-75 from Michigan to Florida. Zephora Haddon discusses her clever and useful idea for keeping kids safe. And Tim Arheit, owner of Honey Run Apiaries, explains the intriguing behavior of bees.

The latest issue of Today's Christian Woman is on news stands and on the air via Mid-Morning! Editor Camerin Courtney shares why she loves her Charlie-Brown church. Corrie Cutrer discusses how to recognize and help the battered women among us. Cheryl Scheir explains why it's okay to lower your expectations. And Carolyn Arends explores what's so good about Good Friday.

Sharon Niedzinski knew absolutely nothing about raising sheep when she bought a small flock to graze in the pasture of her newly-purchased homestead. Sixteen years later she's a seasoned pro sharing what's she's learned about sheep-and herself-in "Heaven Has a Blue Carpet" (Nelson, ISBN# 0-8499-2004-2). February's "Author! Auhor!" also features novelist Nicole Young ("Kiss Me If You Dare", Revell, ISBN # 0-8007-3159-5), children's author Roni Schotter ("The House of Joyful Living", Melanie Kroupa Books, ISBN # 978-0-374-33429-1), Jan Johnson ("Invitation to the Jesus Life", NavPress, ISBN # 1-60006-146-2), and Nancy Guthrie ("Jesus, Keep Me Near the Cross", Crossway, ISBN # 1-4335-0181-4).

The Fact 58% of teen drivers are involved in a crash within a year of getting their license proves that teenagers need more than just the mechanics of how to drive a car to be smart and safe drivers. What's a parent to do? Crashproof them! Certified driving instructor - and parent of three teenagers - Timothy Smith explains how in "Crashproof Your Kids" (Fireside, ISBN# 0-7432-7711-2).

Today's Christian Woman is turning thirty! On this radio issue of the popular magazine, Editor Camerin Courtney shares highlights from the magazine's history. Carolyn Arends explains how a radical shift in her view of marriage nailed her sagging union firmly back together. The beloved and bubbly Thelma Wells shares what can drive our joy underground-and what we can do to help bring it back to the surface. And empty-nester Annette Friesen reveals how adopting a teenaged girl opened her eyes to God's lavish love.

America is growing older at an unprecedented rate. The number of people 65 and older is larger than ever before, and those 85 and older constitute the fastest growing segment of the population. As we face a "graying of America," perhaps you find yourself in a new role of being a caregiver and you're seeking the best options for taking care of your aging parents. Whether you're the caregiver or the one being cared for, Dr. Ann Moore, a board certified geriatrician from St. Joseph Medical Group, answers your questions and provides helpful information about geriatric care.

What are you afraid of? People and their judgments? The loss of security? Chances are your fear has a ruling role in your life. In his new release, "Running Scared" (New Growth Press, ISBN# 978-0-9785567-5-4), Ed Welch investigates the roots and ramifications of fear. And then, with the sweet and mighty assurance of God's words, offers thoughtful encouragement for life-saving rescue in the midst of the heart and mind battlefield of rampant panic-stricken responses. Join Ed and Lynne during Tuesday's encore Mid-Morning.

Today's "Breathe Easy" Mid-Morning is packed with ideas, items and information that can alleviate some of the stress of life so you can, well, breathe easy. Want to keep your baby's pacifier germ-free between uses? Aida Viana's invention does just that! Need your bra straps to rest further in on your shoulders? No problem with Michelle Ostaseski's "The Strapper." Plus advice for growing plants in your work space, staying in touch with your grandkids, sneaking healthy foods into your children's favorite meals, and giveaways galore, including a "Super Prize" packed with every item featured on the show.