Community Spotlight

Did you know that substance abuse is starting in some cases as young as 11 or 12? That age is getting younger by the year, and addictions like that only get worse and can last a lifetime... Unless they seek help. That's why Jeremy Graham started True Purpose Ministries - to reach people early on in addiction. This week on Community Spotlight, learn about their desire to introduce addicts to Christ...

Helping kids around the world in poverty is now as simple as eating chocolate! Yep - that's right! Think we might be crazy? Well - listen this week to Community Spotlight as Braxton talks with Brenda Barnicki, Executive Director of Bellafina Chocolates in Kingsport, TN. Brenda had two passions - hurting children, and yep you guessed it - chocolate! So, she found a way to combine the two and run a...

Every community has hurting people - you probably know a few in your area. The only way to see real change though, is for that community to work together little by little. And that is happening now in Haywood County, NC. Two years ago Brandon Wilson saw a need for veterans there, and through the help of his church and the local sheriffs office, lives are being touched! Listen today as Braxton spea...

Life can be so crazy at times can't it? From the schedule of work, kids, family, and the ever-growing to-do list, how can you keep your sanity and grow closer with God at the same time? It seems impossible, but as Michelle and Myers Somer say today on Community Spotlight, it's not about balance - it's about surrender. Learn how to prioritize your life and better understand how God sees you when yo...

Sports, many times, play a big role in a child’s life. They can dominate schedules for families everywhere, but if you’re not careful, they can take your focus off of what’s most important – you’re relationship with God. That’s true for the student athletes and even their parents. You been there? So, how do you use the gifts God has given you or your child for His glory AND help others meet Him fo...

Likewise Coffee in East Tennessee is fighting human trafficking one step at a time. Listen as Braxton talks to the owners, Will and Katie Boggs, to find out how you can help.

Have you ever been directly affected by cancer? Maybe a family member or yourself? When the doctors say cancer, what do you do? What do you feel? Niki Hardy has been there. Cancer first took her mom, then her sister, then she fought it herself. Through all of that, she learned how to trust God when the world said to denounce Him. Hear her story and her encouragement today on Community Spotlight.

It's not too late to help others stand in faith! Text 'HOPE' to 1-800-293-1069

It's not too late to help others stand in faith! Text 'HOPE' to 1-800-293-1069

It's not too late to help others stand in faith! Text 'HOPE' to 1-800-293-1069

It's not too late to help others stand in faith! Text 'HOPE' to 1-800-293-1069

It's not too late to help others stand in faith! Text 'HOPE' to 1-800-293-1069

It's not too late to help others stand in faith! Text 'HOPE' to 1-800-293-1069

It's not too late to help others stand in faith! Text 'HOPE' to 1-800-293-1069

Have you ever wondered if abortion might be your best option? What happens when you make that decision and regret it? Learn why life is always the right choice today on Community Spotlight with Melissa Ohden - and get a sneak preview of the "Life is our Story" event happening October 2nd in Franklin, NC!

The last year and a half has been a challenge for all of us, but have you thought about all the things your pastor has been going through? It's been difficult to navigate all that's happening while trying to lead a church. So, this year more than ever, not only do we need our pastors, but our pastors need us! That's what Brian Kluth with Bless Your Pastor is here to share about this week on Commun...

Kristy ODell had a desire to help those struggling with addiction in her county. So, you know what she did? With the help of friends and members of her church, she started an addiction ministry out of Haynes Memorial Baptist Church in Rutherford County, NC. And today on Community Spotlight, she tells the story of how God gave her the vision to reach those struggling and pastor Dwayne Scruggs even...

Know any biker friends? Maybe you love to go for a ride on your motorcycle. If so, listen to Community Spotlight this week as Braxton chats with Bryan and Michael Ashley about a ministry God is using them in - Broken Chains. It's a sub ministry of Celebrate Recovery, and you'll hear about it about today!

Community - it might be the most important thing for singles - and yet, many singles don't have it. If that's you and you're a single, no matter if you're a never married, not yet married, divorced or left from the loss of a spouse - there is a wonderful event for you to help you find that community! This week, Kris Swiatocho joins Braxton to chat about her Labor Day Singles and Leaders Retreat in...

Do you have a friend who has foster children, or maybe they were a foster child? Maybe you were - then you can share first hand the blessing a foster family is to foster children. There is a huge need right now for foster families everywhere, so if you've ever thought about fostering or even trying to assist and encourage a foster family you know, then you should listen to today's Community Spotli...

Have you ever tried to help someone through a hard time that you’ve never gone through yourself? Hard to relate isn’t it? Or maybe someone has tried to help you through something they have no experience in. Intentions may be good, but having relatable stories to share helps them or you understand what the other person is going through. That’s Renew Clinic Knoxville. A brand new substance abuse cli...

With so much bad news out there, do you ever get exhausted? Well - listen to Community Spotlight this week as Braxton chats with Michelle Coleman from the Asheville Dream Center about some GOOD news! Michelle and her husband founded the dream center in the middle of the pandemic in hopes of reaching their community in a way others weren't. They're meeting needs of people in the Asheville area ever...

Looking for not just an evening to spend with your family, but a whole day instead that won't break the bank? You'll love hearing from the Founder of Faith Fest Craig Church and his daughter Taylor Baker as they share their heart for reaching people for the gospel. It's happening August 28th in Wilkesboro, NC and the artist lineup is about as good as it gets, but it's so much more than a concert....

Know that you need to be more involved in your community but not sure how? Then listen to Community Spotlight today as Ross Jones from Knoxville Dream Center gives tips on how to look for ways to be a blessing to others and he also gives you ways to do that. You'll also hear of the wonderful things they're doing for teachers and schools in the Knox County area.

Did you know that Foster Care is far more than just caring for the child? It's helping prepare the birth family to receive the child again. Learn how the Brandi Nichole Family Enrichment Center of South Asheville is working to do this everyday on this week's Community Spotlight. Yelinska and Karen also tell Braxton several things that you may not know about Foster Care - and give some simple ways...