Community Spotlight

Bart Noonan of West Boulevard Ministries joins Braxton to share how God is using their ministry to serve families in Charlotte and Western North Carolina. From providing Christmas gifts to thousands of children to building lasting relationships in underserved communities, Bart shares how their mission is to meet people where they are and demonstrate the love of Jesus through service.

Braxton talks with Heather Ward from Jethro's Community Outreach in Valdese, NC, about how God transformed a ministry originally focused on at-risk youth into a place of hope and practical help for people experiencing homelessness. Heather shares how the ministry connects people with food, clothing, transportation, and essential services while building relationships and showing the love of Jesus i...

With thousands of children in North Carolina's foster care system, the need for loving families and supportive communities is greater than ever. On this episode of Community Spotlight, Braxton welcomes Jeremy Knipe from Baptist Children's Homes of North Carolina to discuss how churches can support foster families and help prevent burnout. Jeremy also shares how their annual Christmas celebration b...

After spending 18 years in and out of incarceration, Ashley Sands never imagined the life God had planned for her. On this episode of Community Spotlight, Ashley shares how Focus Ministries in Knoxville, Tennessee, helped her rediscover her faith, rebuild relationships, and find a new purpose. Now a graduate, mentor, and volunteer, Ashley's powerful testimony is a reminder that no one is beyond Go...

In this episode of Community Spotlight , Jeremiah from Mercy and Truth Ministries shares how the organization is bringing hope to families across North Carolina through its annual Christmas outreach. Working closely with local schools, the ministry provides children with gifts, families with food, and every household with Bibles—all with the goal of sharing the love and hope of Christ. After...

Life 107 is bringing hope and practical support to people affected by sex trafficking and exploitation in Asheville and beyond. In this episode of Community Spotlight , Joe Ferris and Bryn Journey share how the ministry works to protect vulnerable people, reach those at risk, and help survivors rebuild their lives through counseling, case management, education, prayer, and basic-needs assistance....

In this episode of Community Spotlight , Braxton talks with Kay Kirby of P.S. I Love You Ministries about how God turned her family’s foster care experience into a ministry serving children and foster families across Upstate South Carolina. From providing clothing and essentials at no cost to supporting foster parents, hosting community events, and sharing the love of Jesus, Kay explains how...

In this episode of Community Spotlight , Braxton talks with Bob Maitson of the Asheville Area Gideons about how Gideons International is sharing Scripture far beyond hotel rooms. From handing out thousands of New Testaments at the Mountain State Fair to reaching students on college campuses across the region, Bob shares stories of lives being changed through prayer, personal conversations, and acc...

In this episode of Community Spotlight , Braxton reconnects with Danny Hampton of Freedom Life Ministries to hear how the ministry has grown from a local outreach into a five-county mission across Western North Carolina. Danny shares powerful stories of people overcoming addiction, incarceration, and brokenness through practical support, community, and the hope of Christ—creating change not...

Braxton talks with Pastor Mac of Roadside Ministries as he prepares for the fourth annual God Bless America Crusade, a 40-day journey dedicated to sharing the Gospel with people along the road. This year, the ministry is placing a special focus on honoring veterans, first responders, and law enforcement while distributing thousands of copies of the Gospel of John, food, water, and other resources....

Braxton talks with Danny Wilkins of Southwest North Carolina Fellowship of Christian Athletes about how God is using sports to open doors for ministry across schools, campuses, and communities. From summer camps and weekly FCA huddles to Bible studies for coaches, Danny shares how FCA is equipping athletes and leaders to boldly live out their faith—including more than 700 young people who ha...

Braxton sits down with Nicole Davis of Shepherds for Sheepdogs, a Western North Carolina ministry providing professionally trained service dogs to disabled veterans and first responders. Nicole shares how these dogs help individuals facing PTSD and anxiety, how the ministry uses those relationships to share the hope of Jesus, and the incredible story of an unexpected $50,000 grant that will help t...

What if students could step away from the school day and hear the Gospel? Braxton talks with Dave Johnson, director of Camp Tapawingo, about the growing impact of Bible Release Time across East Tennessee and Southwest Virginia. Dave shares how the ministry serves more than 2,000 students in over 30 schools, the powerful stories of children and families coming to faith, and how communities across t...

Yaroslav Natusko, founder of Restore Ukraine , joins Braxton to share an update on the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Ukraine and the hope that's still being found in the middle of it. He explains how his organization works directly on the ground to provide relief, rebuild homes, and serve families whose lives have been devastated by the war. The conversation also highlights Restore Ukraine's curr...

Bart Noonan of West Boulevard Ministry shares how God is transforming lives by meeting practical needs with the love of Christ. From mentoring young men and supporting law enforcement to serving communities across Charlotte and beyond, this conversation is a powerful reminder that living out the Gospel often begins with simply showing up.  

Francois Rauch, CEO of Harvesters Ministries, shares how God is transforming unreached communities by planting churches in some of the world's most difficult places. From hidden tribes in the Amazon to a growing movement across 118 countries, hear how simple discipleship is leading to extraordinary stories of faith and multiplication.

The Davidson Fellows Program is a nine-month Christian leadership and discipleship program for young adults ages 20–24 who are transitioning into the workforce. Based in Davidson, North Carolina, the program combines spiritual growth, career development, mentorship, and real-world work experience to help participants discover their God-given purpose. Caesar Guerrero shares how the program eq...

Excell College in Black Mountain, North Carolina, offers a unique, Christ-centered education that combines academics, practical life skills, career preparation, and spiritual discipleship. Shannon Howard explains that the college focuses on developing wise, mature, and productive followers of Christ through internships, character formation, and a biblical worldview. As a nonprofit, Excell College...

In this episode of Community Spotlight , Braxton sits down with Craig Church of Craig Church Ministries and FaithFest to discuss an extraordinary outreach taking place during NASCAR race weekend at North Wilkesboro Speedway. Through prayer tents, fan engagement, volunteer opportunities, gospel presentations, and partnerships with organizations like Mercer Transportation, the ministry is bringing t...

In this episode of Community Spotlight , Braxton explores the rich history and lasting impact of the Grandfather Mountain “Singing on the Mountain,” a beloved annual gospel gathering now celebrating its 101st year. Event leaders Harris Prevost, Owen Gwyn, and Pastor Michael McKee share how this free community tradition brings thousands together for worship, gospel music, prayer, and bi...

In this episode of Community Spotlight , Stephanie Robinson of Safe Harbor shares how the faith-based ministry is transforming lives in Hickory, North Carolina. Through homelessness support, addiction recovery, transitional housing, mentorship, and practical care, Safe Harbor helps women and children find stability, healing, and hope in Christ. Stephanie highlights inspiring success stories, inclu...

In this episode of Community Spotlight , Braxton talks with Steve Levinson of Promised Land Farm Ministry in Rutherfordton, North Carolina. Steve shares how his passion for teaching biblical creation led him into a full-time ministry focused on creation versus evolution seminars in churches across the country and around the world. Through interactive presentations, gospel illusions, and engaging t...

In this episode of Community Spotlight , Braxton talks with Josh Farmer from Ashure Ministry in Newton, North Carolina about the organization’s mission to help individuals and families facing hunger, homelessness, and financial hardship. Josh shares how the ministry combines practical assistance with biblical guidance, offering food support, financial coaching, prayer, and community resource...

In this episode of Community Spotlight , Braxton sits down with Melanie Burr from the Totally Free Clothes Store in Shelby, North Carolina. Melanie shares how the ministry provides free clothing, food, toiletries, and support resources to individuals and families facing hardship, homelessness, and tragedy. The conversation highlights powerful stories of lives being impacted through prayer, volunte...

In this episode of Community Spotlight , Braxton talks with Amanda Newcomb of In His Steps Dance Ministry in Asheville, North Carolina. Amanda shares how the ministry combines dance training with faith, creating a Christ-centered environment where students of all ages can worship through movement, build community, and grow spiritually. The conversation also highlights the ministry’s upcoming...