SPIRIT 105.3 Moments

Sounds like the title of a book you and I need right now. It's called Lighthearted, and we've got the author who wrote it with us today, Susie Crosby! Life feels overwhelming at the moment, with so many of us lugging around some hefty emotional baggage. Wouldn't it be awesome if everyone could encounter the liberating hug and rock-solid love & faithfulness of Jesus that He's offering us? We ca...

Rich Simms is here on the show today and he is just one of those people who shines for Jesus wherever he goes, and especially on the streets of Seattle. Grab a cup of coffee and click PLAY for encouragement from someone who is a light in this world! Special guest: Rich Simms is living out LOUD for Jesus with REACH Ministry and Hope is Alive church in Pioneer Square in Seattle. Website: https://www...

Pastor James from Charisma Christian Center in Lynnwood is here with news of  their upcoming community outreach event this Saturday! It's a fun-filled day that includes a backpack giveaway , basic dental care, local Christian performers, and delicious food. This event has been going strong for 12 years, helping families gear up for school and sprinkling love around the neighborhood. Click for all...

Erica sits down with Rhett Walker to talk about how unexpected opportunities can arise when we are open to God's guidance. His new song "The Middle Man on the Cross," is a reflection of the story of the Prodigal Son, and he shares how it resonates with his own life journey. Click PLAY for a beautiful picture of grace today.

Erica chats with Emily Faley from Cooks Hill Community Church, digging into the heartwarming world of the Lewis County Maternity House . This sanctuary is a safe haven for moms-to-be who are facing challenges, offering a comfortable two-year stay filled with shelter, meals, aid, and love. It's a faith-filled but not faith-forced space that embraces everyone, regardless of their beliefs. Emily also...

Erica and Tasha Layton discuss Pop-Tarts, Tasha's music collaboration with Chris Brown, intentional worship, and finding our identity through God. Bonus: She shares a tasty popcorn hack using Magic Shell topping that is good enough for a mic drop.

Kristina from Abraham's House is here with Erica to share about the recent Festival of Giving Event at the Tacoma Dome. They brought in 12 truckloads of furniture and household goods to give away to the community, with the additional opportunity to sprinkle the gospel of Jesus on people... and 100 people stood and accepted Jesus into their lives! The Abraham's House is all about demonstrating the...

Two out of a million people get this type of cancer... and our very special guest today is one of them. Troy Wigestrand is a man battling a cancer so serious he had to learn to walk again, but fortunately He's had Someone to walk with. Jesus has been faithful throughout Troy's life, but especially this year. Make a new friend today - join Troy and Erica for a conversation about overcoming and walk...

Brian Morris is a former fearful flyer who conquered his fear of flying and is paying it forward to help others do the same. His fear began after a turbulent flight as a child, which led him to avoid flying for a long time. To overcome his fear, he joined fear of flying groups, listened to podcasts, and connected with a pilot named Captain Emma Henderson who helped him understand the safety of mod...

Wendy Palau, Luis Palau's daughter-in-law, shares about her faith journey with Erica and how it was sparked by her dad's conversion moment at a Billy Graham Crusade. Wendy will be at the Awakening Northwest Festival in Seattle and is praying for spiritual revival in the PNW. Click PLAY for a dish of inspiration and HOPE! 

Crews and passengers teamed up to help a mom who went into labor on the Samish yesterday. WOW! Join Ian Sterling from WSDOT and Erica to hear about this happy happening!

"God could've come out of the tomb scarless... but he didn't. He came out with marks that proved to the world that He had experienced tremendous pain... and had overcome it. Hallelujah!" ~Author Russell Joyce When Russell Joyce was born, his mother went to sleep, and his father went to the chapel to pray. Did God answer this prayer? You will be moved by how the Lord indeed heard and answered this...

Having a RUFF day? Check out a dog for a few hours this weekend or next Wednesday. You’ll have a ball! And so will the dog - perhaps literally. And maybe you’ll find yourself a new best friend! Join Leslie Wall from the Everett Animal Shelter and Erica to find out more about this bonafide program! 🐶 Click PLAY to make a difference and smile the whole time! Website: https://www.everettwa.gov/3212/...

She knew at the age of 13 that it would probably be too dangerous for her to carry a child in her womb… so God in His mercy gave her a precious child who another mom carried… but who was born in her heart just the same. Today, you’re invited to listen to my dear friend Amanda Schneider’s story – it’s about more than adoption. It’s a journey she shared with her wonderful husband Caleb and how with...

You are LOVIN' the new song "BRAND NEW" and now get to know and love the singer! Bay Turner has a story that will inspire you the next time things get quiet in your life and remind you that God is always working even then. Plus, what sport in the Olympics would Bay play? And he's gonna WHAT in Italy? How cool. So, pop open a Capri Sun or pour a glass of icy cold lemonade and join Bay and Erica for...

Erica sits down with Lindsay and Leslie, the dynamic duo from " Unsellable Houses " and dives into their sisterly bond, fueled by coffee love and a secret trail mix blend. From social media to TV fame, they spill the beans on their real estate journey. Get cozy decor tips and plant care wisdom straight from these home makeover and real estate mavens!

Jaqueline was blessed by the Make-A-Wish program. Her biggest wish was to have a grand birthday party (a quinceañera one year late) and to visit her favorite radio station. ♥ We love you Jaqueline! From Make-A-Wish: "Jaqueline's quinceañera took place at the Hyatt Regency Lake Washington. There was food, dancing, a surprise song played by Jaqueline's boyfriend during her first dance with her dad,...

Pastor Don Wickstrum, known as the Fastest Pastor, shares his journey from atheist to pastor with Erica. A cancer survivor and race car driver, he defied the odds after being given a year to live. Don's story is featured in "Chasing Hope" a film available online. Click PLAY for more!

Erica and Grandma Carol from Snohomish are here to tell the heartwarming story of two heroes, Peyton and Uriah, who rallied their class to gift their PE teacher a new pair of Nike Air 1's. Cue the tears! This one will melt your heart like an ice cream cone in July. It's a shoe-in!

Josh Baldwin is here! He's diving into his new song "Made For More," sharing that it's a song of identity and that understanding God better means also understanding ourselves better. So much good stuff here! Click PLAY to listen in.

The Snoqualmie Police Department and the Snoqualmie Valley Food Bank partner up for Lunches for Littles, dishing out meals to families with kiddos during the summer break. With a boost from the Snoqualmie Tribe, this mission is all about keeping little bellies happy and full. The police team spreads the word, gathers donations, and even takes a food bank tour to drum up support. Local farmers and...

I have a very dear friend in studio today, Debbie Conner! She's on our team here and she is wonderful. She is such a blessing to all of us here, and I'm super excited because I think God is going to do something big with her story this morning as she shares her journey of finding love, and growing her faith through trusting God. 

Erica sits down with Jen DeGroot from Point Defiance Zoo to talk about the recent surge in penguin hatchings! Each chick's unique traits are so special, and Jen shares about the significance of showing affection and admiration for our animal companions. Listen in to find out more!

Gina's daughter Zoey is the one that came up with the winning guess. She says her mom deserves to win this more than anyone!

How does Gina feel about winning over $12,000 from the Elite Roofing piggy bank? The Lord's fingerprints are always over the secret sound contest and this one is no different. Hear the difference this money will make for Gina, what she plans to do with the extra $500 and how this game connects her with her kids and coworkers! Listen to this post-winning interview!