Sit on that Stump in Muddy Bottom

What happens when God calls you to leave everything familiar behind and step into a future you can't fully see? On this episode of Sit on That Stump and Muddy Bottom , host Vikki Parker welcomes Caitlin Dardar, a young missionary preparing to serve in Peru with Pro-Life Global. Caitlin shares her inspiring journey of faith, obedience, and discovering God's purpose for her life. Raised in a Christi...

Is the American church losing its hunger for God? And what will it take to bring genuine revival back? On this powerful episode of Sit on That Stump and Muddy Bottom , host Vicki Parker welcomes Pastor Dewayne Maynard of TAG Church in Little Rock, Arkansas , for an inspiring conversation about revival, the presence of the Holy Spirit, and the responsibility every believer has in preparing the way...

What does it really mean to finish well as a ministry leader? On this episode of Sit on That Stump in Muddy Bottom , Vikki Parker sits down with Robin Fuller , author of Finish Well and founder of Bloom Coaching, for an honest conversation about leadership, burnout, succession, identity, and the pressures ministry leaders often carry behind the scenes. Robin spent more than two decades leading pre...

What happens when God completely transforms a life—and then uses that person’s darkest past to bring hope to others? On this episode of Sit on That Stump in Muddy Bottom , Vicki Parker sits down with Carol Everett, a former abortion clinic owner whose life took a dramatic turn after encountering Jesus Christ. Carol shares her firsthand story of entering the abortion industry after havi...

What if heaven wasn’t something we only thought about at funerals—but a reality that shaped the way we live every single day? On this episode of Sit on That Stump in Muddy Bottom , Vicki Parker welcomes author Cindy Hamilton for a heartfelt conversation about her book, Walk Me Into Heaven: Getting Ready for the Adventure of My Forever Life . Cindy shares the personal story behind the b...

What happens when God’s people stop treating prayer as a last resort and begin making it the starting point? On this episode of Sit on That Stump in Muddy Bottom , Vicki Parker welcomes Charlotte Mead Lear , Regional Director with the National Day of Prayer, for a powerful conversation about prayer, repentance, revival, and the spiritual future of Arkansas and America. As America marks its 2...

In Part 2 of this powerful conversation about adoption, Vikki Parker welcomes Terri Rosson back to Sit on That Stump in Muddy Bottom to go deeper into the realities of adoption, identity, belonging, and the role of the Church. How can adoptive parents help a child understand their story without shame or feelings of rejection? How can Christians change the language surrounding birth mothers and ado...

In this heartfelt episode of Sit on That Stump in Muddy Bottom , host Vicki Parker welcomes Terri Rawson to share her deeply personal adoption story and the journey that led her to choose an open adoption for her daughter. Vicki begins by reflecting on the meaning behind the show's title: the “muddy bottom” represents those difficult seasons of life when circumstances become messy, fea...

Have you ever felt like your past, your mistakes, or your insecurities have disqualified you from being used by God? In this powerful episode of Sit on that Stump in Muddy Bottom , Vicki Parker welcomes author Karli Miller  to discuss her upcoming book, Not Disqualified . Together they share honest stories about fear, obedience, faith, and the surprising ways God calls ordinary people to extr...

What happens when God places a vision so deeply on someone's heart that it changes the course of their life? In this inspiring episode of Sit on that Stump in Muddy Bottom , Vikki Parker welcomes Dr. Terrence Farrier, founder of The Lamb's Plan , a Christ-centered ministry dedicated to providing safe housing, life skills, spiritual guidance, and long-term support for pregnant women facing crisis s...

What if the very first words spoken over a child could shape their identity for a lifetime? In this inspiring episode of Sit on That Stump in Muddy Bottom , Vikki Parker sits down with bestselling author, speaker, and podcast host Lane Lawson-Craft to discuss her beautifully illustrated children's book, The Beginning of You . Together, they explore why a child's identity begins with God's truth&md...

Join Vikki Parker, CEO of Options Pregnancy Center, as she welcomes bestselling author, speaker, and podcast host Lane Lawson Craft to discuss her inspiring children's book, The Beginning of You . Together they explore the importance of identity, purpose, faith, and speaking life over children from the very beginning. Lane shares her personal testimony of marriage restoration, raising prodigals, a...

In this thought-provoking episode of Sit on That Stump in Muddy Bottom , Vikki Parker welcomes author Sabrina McDonald to discuss why every Christian needs a solid biblical worldview in today's rapidly changing culture. Drawing from her book, The Bible, Politics and Culture: A Biblical Worldview Guide for Christian Women , Sabrina explains how Scripture—not politics, popular opinion, or emot...

In this powerful conversation, Vicki Parker welcomes Pastor Kerry Rosenbaum of Bethel Assembly of God in Jacksonville to discuss a battle every believer faces: temptation. Many Christians assume temptation is a sign of spiritual failure, but even Jesus was tempted. So how does Satan work? How does compromise begin? And why do strong believers sometimes find themselves trapped in situations they ne...

In Part 2 of this powerful conversation, Vicki Parker welcomes Pastor Kerry Rosenbaum of Bethel Assembly of God for a deep and honest discussion about temptation, spiritual warfare, and the importance of guarding your heart. Together, they explore how Satan targets believers, ministry leaders, pastors, and everyday Christians alike, seeking opportunities to distract, discourage, and divide. Drawin...

In this powerful episode of Sit on That Stump in Muddy Bottom , host Vicki Parker sits down with Crystal Vinson-Holland to discuss her extraordinary journey from addiction, incarceration, and hopelessness to faith, healing, and a life dedicated to helping others. Crystal shares the defining moment that changed everything—waking up alone in a hospital bed after years of destructive choices an...

Vikki Parker sits down with Faulkner County Republican Women President Charlotte Mead-Layer for a powerful conversation about faith, politics, America’s Christian foundation, and why believers must get involved in shaping the future of their communities. They also discuss the upcoming Flag Day celebration featuring historian David Barton and the importance of teaching real American history t...

What separates a leader who falls apart from one who rises with purpose? In this episode, Vikki Parker and Brandy Cunningham unpack the powerful contrast between Saul and David, revealing how insecurity, pride, and people-pleasing can quietly destroy leadership. They also highlight how humility, repentance, and obedience to God create lasting impact. This conversation goes beyond scripture into re...

In this deep and honest conversation, Vikki Parker and Brandy Cunningham explore the powerful question: if God is our King, why do we still need leadership? Through scripture, real-life experiences, and practical wisdom, they unpack the dangers of self-leadership, the importance of accountability, and how lack of structure can lead to confusion and chaos. This episode challenges believers, leaders...

A powerful and emotional conversation about loss, addiction, and the fentanyl crisis. Stacey shares the story of her son Hagen—his life, his struggles, and the devastating moment that changed everything. What began as unimaginable grief became a mission to educate others, fight stigma, and save lives. This episode dives into the reality of fentanyl poisoning, the truth about substance use di...

A thoughtful discussion on the role of Christians in politics, the responsibility of pastors to speak on moral issues, and how faith shapes leadership, culture, and personal conviction in today’s world. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A powerful and unfiltered conversation on abortion pills, how they work, the risks involved, and what women may not be told before taking them. Featuring medical insight and real-world experiences, this episode explores the physical, emotional, and ethical realities surrounding abortion pills—and why informed decisions matter. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A conversation with Dr. Mark Newman on why people avoid difficult topics, how that silence impacts individuals and communities, and an upcoming Little Rock event designed to equip people to engage with confidence, clarity, and compassion. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A powerful, deeply personal conversation about an unplanned pregnancy, the pressure surrounding life-altering decisions, and the long road to healing. This episode explores fear, silence, regret, and redemption—offering insight into what many experience but few openly discuss. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A powerful and encouraging message about overcoming life’s deepest struggles and trusting God’s plan through every season. This episode reminds us that pain, delay, and hardship are not the end—but part of the journey toward purpose, growth, and restoration. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.