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Choosing Eternal Hope Over Temporary Glory

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AMY TURNER

Revelation 20:4 tells us about the future of those who remain faithful to God, even in the face of death. This verse describes people who gave their lives because they spoke about Jesus and held firmly to God’s word. It also mentions those who refused to worship the beast or accept its mark on their bodies. These faithful ones are brought back to life and will rule with Christ for a thousand years.

The heart of this message is about loyalty and sacrifice. Following Jesus may come with hardship now, but it leads to lasting reward. Each person is faced with a decision: to seek temporary honour and comfort in this world or to choose the everlasting hope offered by God.

The Bible encourages believers with promises like this. The decision belongs to each of us.

and if children, heirs also, heirs of God and fellow heirs with Christ, if indeed we suffer with Him so that we may also be glorified with Him.

Romans 8:17

How Angels Care for Believers

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JEFF TURNER

Some people have heard the idea that each believer is assigned a personal guardian angel. This thought often comes from Matthew 18:10, where Jesus speaks of “their angels” watching over “these little ones.” But is that what the passage really teaches?

Looking closer, Matthew 18 is not about young children in a physical sense. Instead, it speaks of believers. It talks about those who have entered God’s kingdom with childlike faith. Jesus often called His followers “little ones” to show how they depend on their Father.

The verse in question points out that the angels of these believers are always near to God, seeing His face. It does not say each person has a unique angel. Rather, it shows that angels are involved in caring for all believers. It’s a group idea, not a personal one.

Are they not all ministering spirits, sent out to provide service for the sake of those who will inherit salvation?

Hebrews 1:14

Joe Mullins to Step Back from Touring in 2026, But His Musical Journey Continues

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JEFF TURNER

After nearly two decades of life on the road with The Radio Ramblers, Joe Mullins has announced that his time as a full-time touring musician will come to a close in early 2026. But for the banjo player, bandleader, and broadcaster, stepping off the touring bus doesn’t mean stepping away from music.

As Mullins approaches his 60th birthday later this year, he’s taking time to reflect on a career defined by melody, family, faith, and radio. “I’m grateful for the music, the miles, and the memories,” Mullins says. That spirit is at the heart of The Radio Ramblers’ most recent Gospel release, Thankful and Blessed, which dropped in March. The album title, Mullins explains, perfectly sums up this season of life. Among its tracks is “Even Better When You Listen,” a song that highlights the group’s trademark harmony and heartfelt sound.

For Mullins, music and broadcasting have always been intertwined. “We’re called The Radio Ramblers ’cause I’ve combined the two,” he explains. “I’ve been on radio and on stage with the banjo for over 40 years. My dad did this. Dad was a fiddler, a broadcaster, and a concert promoter. He did all that on the way to the Bluegrass Hall of Fame.”

While Mullins is quick to clarify that he isn’t chasing accolades, he acknowledges that the combination of radio and live music has been key to the band’s success. In 2006, he assembled a group of local singers and pickers to meet the growing demand for bluegrass in southwestern Ohio. With his radio network already reaching listeners across the region, Mullins saw the opportunity to create a band that could perform anywhere. From this, The Radio Ramblers were born.

When he’s not on the road, Mullins continues to host daily programming on his Real Roots Radio network. “I do a hymn hour at one and a bluegrass hour at two, Eastern time,” he says. “The combination works well. I also figured out, as did my dad years ago, that if you are a hillbilly picker and you want your records played on air, it helps a lot if you have a radio show or own a couple of stations.”

Though the touring chapter of his career is nearing its close, Mullins shows no signs of slowing down when it comes to sharing the music he loves. As he looks to the future, Mullins sums up his journey with a simple message: thankful and blessed.

The Power of Hallelujah

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AMY TURNER

Revelation 19:1 tells us a loud voice from a great crowd in heaven shouted, “Hallelujah! Salvation and glory and power belong to our God.” This word, hallelujah, is used throughout the Bible to celebrate God’s remarkable actions. It appears when people witness something meaningful and powerful that God has done.

In Psalm 106, hallelujah is spoken as a response to God’s strength in freeing the people of Israel from slavery in Egypt. Each time it’s used, it marks a moment when God’s care and might have brought relief and victory to His people.

The final time hallelujah appears in Scripture is in Revelation. It comes after Jesus rescues His people from the grip of the Antichrist. This moment leads heaven to cry out in joy, praising God’s power to save and protect.

When you lift your voice in praise, do you include a hallelujah?

Everything that has breath shall praise the Lord.
Praise the Lord!

Psalm 150:6

Dr. James Dobson, Influential Christian Leader and Founder of Focus on the Family, Dies at 89

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Dr. James Dobson, one of the most influential Christian leaders of the past half-century and founder of Focus on the Family, died Thursday morning, August 21, 2025, at the age of 89. His passing was announced by the Dr. James Dobson Family Institute (JDFI).

A psychologist by training, Dobson dedicated his life to strengthening marriages, guiding parents, and defending biblical values, championing the family as the cornerstone of society. Through decades of broadcasting, writing, and public advocacy, he became a towering voice in American evangelicalism and a driving force behind the rise of conservative Christian engagement in politics.

Dobson founded Focus on the Family in Arcadia, California, in 1977, before relocating its headquarters to Colorado Springs, Colorado, in 1991. The move helped establish Colorado Springs as a hub for evangelical ministries and influence. Under his leadership, the organization grew into one of the largest evangelical ministries in the world.

At its height, the Focus on the Family daily radio program aired on more than 4,000 stations across North America and reached audiences in over 160 countries, translated into 27 languages. The show became one of the most widely heard faith-based broadcasts globally.

Dobson’s impact extended beyond the church into the halls of power. A significant figure in the 1980s movement to integrate conservative Christian ideals into American politics, he advised or counseled five U.S. presidents: Ronald Reagan, George H. W. Bush, George W. Bush, Bill Clinton, and Donald Trump. In 1985, he interviewed President Reagan in the Oval Office, and during the Trump administration, he served on the Evangelical Executive Advisory Board.

In addition to Focus on the Family, Dobson helped establish the Family Research Council in the early 1980s, a Christian think tank that remains influential in policy debates on faith and family.

Dobson authored more than 70 books, many of which became staples in Christian homes. His bestsellers included The New Dare to Discipline and When God Doesn’t Make Sense. His work earned him recognition as a New York Times best-selling author and induction into the National Radio Hall of Fame.

Even after stepping away from Focus on the Family in 2010, Dobson continued his mission through the Dr. James Dobson Family Institute (JDFI), where he hosted Family Talk. The nationally syndicated program airs on 1,500 stations and reaches more than half a million listeners weekly, ensuring that his voice continued to influence new generations.

Dr. Dobson is survived by his wife of 64 years, Shirley, their children Danae and Ryan, daughter-in-law Laura, and two grandchildren.