SPIRIT 105.3 Moments

"God is good regardless of what we can see." ~SPIRIT Artist Colton Dixon Maybe you picture the dancing gal emoji like Erica does when his song "Miracles" pops up on SPIRIT 105.3! Colton Dixon has been busy raising two little daughters with his lovely wife Annie and making new music too! Join Colton, Erica, and Steve for a conversation about his new song, "Build A Boat," what it's like to be the da...

When you put a bunch of hearts together, there is a greater capacity to spread love and kindness in our communities and in our world. That’s the beautiful motivation behind 100 + Women Who Care About Snohomish County. So far, they've given over $120,000 in their neck of the woods! Co-founder Janet Bacon is delightful… and our special guest today. Join Janet, Erica, and Steve for a conversation abo...

When Good Feeling is on SPIRIT 105.3, it's pretty much impossible to stay in a bad mood ~ or stay still! Austin French is here to talk about the Source behind the joy that is baked into his awesome song and his heart, being a daddy who dances, coffeeeeeeee, and a miracle story you'll want to tell a friend. Click LISTEN to take a mental coffee break with Austin, Erica, and Steve!

We totally resonate with their mission: "To create music and atmospheres that are Jesus-focused and eternity-minded." Canyon Hills Worship started right here in Bothell at Canyon Hills Community (CHCC) Church. Here to celebrate their hometown radio debut with us is one of the band members and CHCC's Worship Pastor Koby Orr! Join Koby, Erica, and Steve for a conversation about worship, creating mus...

There's a new neighbor to get to know in Machias... and we are rolling out the welcome wagon! Monica Doppel, owner of Flying M Ranch & Horses, is our special guest today. Join Monica, Erica and Steve for a fun chat about Norris the Zebra, the newest resident at the ranch! Click LISTEN for an instant smile today.

"Fare is what you pay when you get on the bus." Congratulations to Margaret from Auburn for winning the Grand Prize for our Mama Always Said Mother's Day Campaign! Margaret will be enjoying flowers delivered to her door, a trip to the spa, and a Target gift card, thanks to Haight Carpet & Interiors! Margaret shares the history of the quote her Mama always said in the winning call below!

She was born and raised in Seattle. She sings from her soul and speaks from her heart. And she is a 12! Natalie Grant is in the house with her trademark joy and honesty. Join Natalie, Erica and Steve for a conversation about losing your eyeglasses, her miraculous journey to motherhood, what she loves about raising three teenaged girls, what to do if you feel like you're running spiritually on fume...

“And the King will say, ‘I tell you the truth, when you did it to one of the least of these My brothers and sisters, you were doing it to Me!’" ~Jesus, from the gospel of Matthew 25:40 Listening to her stories from Ukraine is like seeing a plain field transformed into a sea of sunflowers... her words color everything with the bright crayon of hope. Angie Lustyuk is the Promotions Lead here at SPIR...

"It's not about religion. It's about a relationship." ~Anne Wilson, SPIRIT Artist She's been singing about Him, and we've been listening. Now Anne Wilson is here to talk about her Jesus! Join Anne and Erica for a conversation about her breezy, catchy song, My Jesus, leaning on the Lord in hard times, and her journey from religion to relationship with God's Son. Click LISTEN to go a little deeper w...

You've got a smart phone and maybe even a smart fridge... but how nice would it be to enjoy smart conversations with yourself and those you love? Our special guest today is Patti Reed, author of the devotional book~ “Face to Face: Smart Conversations with Yourself, Your Teenager, and Your Young Adult." Join Patti, Erica, and Steve for a chat about how to have a smart conversation with yourself, th...

"It gives people a reason to look forward to rainy days." ~Peregrine Church, Rainworks Artist Talk about taking lemons and making lemonade! Rainworks is rain-activated art and the brainchild (and heart child) of Peregrine Church, our special guest today! Join Peregrine, Erica, and Steve for a conversation about how it works and how it's making smiles appear in the Emerald City. Click LISTEN for a...

Mandisa is no stranger to the feelings of darkness and depression. Steve caught up with her to hear what it was like writing her new book and what it was like walking through that difficult season.

Medical Teams International is helping Ukrainian refugees in Moldova through volunteers and partners on the ground. Refugees are often in a state of shock as they are fleeing for their lives, often leaving people behind to fight in the war. This has been devastating. Hear more about how Medical Teams International is serving, how you can volunteer, and what you need to know!

She’s 5’11 with curly, crazy hair and an Australian accent. You will recognize her from the song Oceans and she talks about how special that song really is. She talks about how music can give us words for the seasons we are in and how Jesus can touch our hearts and lives with the songs we sing. She has a new album coming soon and a new song called All Eyes on You. Take a listen here and be reminde...

You’ve heard them on the radio, you’ve likely already purchased tickets to their show (If not, you can here - https://www.spirit1053.com/events/297318 ) and now we have a special conversation with Luke. Erica & Steve talk to him about their new song For God is with us, how they maintain that energy they have on the stage, God’s love and his presence, and how he would feel painting the top of t...

This. We love stories like this because in the face of an incredibly difficult dining service, most customers in this situation would grumble, complain, hit social media and eviscerate the restaurant with criticism. Not this one couple. Listen to the story of a restaurant having the ultimate bad night, yet they found grace from a compassionate & generous couple.

"You don't need to know... you just need to GO!" ~Jared Seal ~ Business Director, King's Schools He was rejected by Amazon 52 times. Then, 30 minutes after Jared Seal accepted a position at CRISTA Ministries, he got a phone call that changed his life. Join Jared - the Business Director at King's Schools, Erica, and Steve for a conversation about perseverance, how rejection leads to God's direction...

"If you think that God doesn’t care about the little things or the Big things in your life, you're wrong. He is a very personal God that cares and loves each of us deeply! Just give Him your heart and hold HIS hand. He is so TRUSTWORTHY!" ~Christy Haje It's been 42 years since she was a moved away from Abbeville, South Carolina at age seven... but recently Christy Haje and her family decided to re...

"Not only does He love us, He likes us!" ~Richlin, SPIRIT Artist His new song, Good Mood is the audio equivalent of a smiley face emoji! It feels like a hug from God! Get to know the newest artist on SPIRIT 105.3 today... join Richlin, Erica, and Steve for a conversation about why God is in a good mood when He looks at you, child-like joy, a miracle story, and more. Click LISTEN to remember how lo...

God wants your attention, but He never forces it. What needs to shift in your life in order to put your focus more on Christ? You will find blessing upon blessing as you lean in to a closer, more intentional relationship with your Heavenly Father. He loves you and wants a close, life-giving relationship with you, without distraction. What’s dividing your attention from Him today?

Alexis Harste is a mom from Puyallup who started volunteering in Seattle with REACH Ministry... and her decision has already begun impacting the next generation! Join Alexis, Erica, and Steve for a conversation about getting your kids excited about sharing the hope of Jesus with those who need it the most. Click LISTEN to hear what "love your neighbor" sounds like and wait... what kind of birthday...

"People can pray about it. Every prayer is a really big opportunity for change. One prayer can change a life in Ukraine." ~Roman Vaschuk Roman Vaschuk was here in the northwest on a church singing tour when a life-threatening battle with Covid began. While he fought to get well in the hospital, war broke out in Roman's home country of Ukraine. His wife Roza and their three children, Milana (10), N...

He's a motorcyclist, a husband and father of four by day, and a guitarist by night... Mike from MercyMe is in the house! Join Mike, Erica, and Steve for a conversation about teenage drivers, the fear he pushed through, and how happy he is to be coming back to the Pacific Northwest with the band. Click LISTEN to get to know Mike from MercyMe, famous for the songs you love on SPIRIT like Greater, Fl...

Rend Collective is a band that is all about celebrating... and we're in a party mood cause Chris Llewellyn from the band is in the house today! Join Chris, Erica, and Steve for a conversation about Wordle, the powerful thing he prays for the people of Ukraine, psalms of lament, chocolate bunnies, and wait.... there are no WHAT in Ireland?! Click LISTEN to smile soul-deep today.

She's an HGTV hosting, book writing, heart-motivating single mama here to encourage you! Page Turner, host of Fix my Flip, is our special guest today! Join Page, Erica, and Steve for a refreshing conversation about overcoming the hard things, juggling all the life things, and a couple important things to consider regarding real estate. Click LISTEN for laughs and a mini-heart renovation!