Encore Episode—The Love Language of Gifts: Part 4 with Dr. Gary Chapman
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Dr. Blackwell brings listeners an encore of one of the most popular “It’s a family matter” episodes featuring Dr. Gary Chapman—author of The 5 Love Languages. In this episode, Dr. Chapman discusses how gifts are a universal expression of love. Whatever form the gift takes, the receiver understands the giver thought of him/her affectionately. Listen as Dr. Blackwell examines the dynamics and implications of gift-giving in his exclusive interview with Dr. Chapman.
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Encore “Award-Winning” Episode—Dr. Lowell K. Davis: A Voice for University Student Success
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Dr. Blackwell brings listeners an encore of one of the most popular “It’s a family matter” episodes featuring Dr. Lowell K. Davis who was instrumental in the creation of BCH's HOMEBASE ministry for students at Western Carolina University. Join Dr. Blackwell as he and Dr. Davis discuss the family, scholastic, and social factors that influenced Davis's path and his dedication to helping students thrive. The podcast and this episode were award winners at the 2023 Baptist Communicators Associations annual meeting.
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Encore Episode—Good morning, God! Part 2: Interview with Linda Morgan
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To commemorate her 50th anniversary, Dr. Blackwell brings listeners an encore of the second interview with BCH’s Linda Morgan. Join Dr. Blackwell and Linda as they continue to reflect on God's purpose and His calling on their lives. This podcast originally aired on Linda’s 48th anniversary. On her 50th—and beyond—she still says, “I know I’m where I need to be; God’s not finished with me yet.”
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Encore Episode—Good morning, God! Part 1: Interview with Linda Morgan
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To commemorate her 50th anniversary, Dr. Blackwell brings listeners an encore of his interview with BCH’s Linda Morgan. Linda began serving at Broyhill Home in 1973. Today, she is the ministry’s longest tenured employee. Listen as Linda and Dr. Blackwell reflect on her journey from secretary to a senior leader and how her time with BCH has strengthened her relationship with God and others.
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Encore Episode: Acts of Service—Part 3 with Dr. Gary Chapman
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Dr. Blackwell brings listeners an encore of one of the most popular “It’s a family matter” episodes featuring Dr. Gary Chapman. Throughout his life on earth, Jesus demonstrated love through service to God and to the people He encountered. Listen as Dr. Blackwell explores acts of service and the importance of approaching life with a servant's heart.
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Encore Episode: Quality Time—Part 2 with Dr. Gary Chapman
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Dr. Blackwell brings listeners an encore of one of the most popular “It’s a family matter” episodes featuring Dr. Gary Chapman, highlighting his seminal book, The 5 Love Languages. Listen as he and Dr. Blackwell discuss how God connects with people through their love languages, especially quality time.
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A Pathway to Help, Hope, and Healing: An Interview with Sara Becker of Greater Vision Outreach
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Dr. Michael Blackwell interviews longtime Baptist Children's Homes staff member Sara Becker regarding the impactful work of the Bob and Carolyn Tucker Greater Vision Outreach team. Listen to their discussion of how this ministry helps provide self-sufficiency to financially at-risk families throughout central and eastern NC, shares the hope of Christ to those experiencing crisis, and facilitates healing for thousands each year through intentional, compassionate support.
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Room At The Table: An Interview With Starr Ayers
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Artist, writer, and longtime BCH friend Starr Ayers joins host Dr. Michael Blackwell to discuss her newest book, "Room At The Table: Encouraging Stories From Special Needs Parents," which she co-authored with Stephanie Pavlantos. Listen as Dr. Blackwell and Ayers discuss her journey as a parent of a special needs child, and the way BCH's Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Ministry helps Ayers' daughter and other adults at BCH’s nine group homes to be their best version of themselves.
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Encore Episode: Aim for Happiness—Keys to physical strength, emotional resilience, and spiritual depth
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Dr. Blackwell brings listeners an encore of one of the most popular “It’s a family matter” episodes featuring a message he delivered encouraging adults of all ages to strive for happiness. Praying, thinking, and serving helps us nurture happiness essentials such as close relationships, respect, trust, and having fun. Join Dr. Blackwell for this positive word.
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Encore Episode: Winning, Edifying, & Building with Bishop Dr. George B. Jackson
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Dr. Blackwell brings listeners an encore of one of the most popular “It’s a family matter” episodes featuring Bishop Dr. George B. Jackson, pastor of Citadel of Faith Christian Fellowship in Thomasville, NC and founder of the community’s Martin Luther King Social Action Committee. In this third in a series of three episodes, Dr. Jackson and Dr. Michael Blackwell discuss the history, characteristics, and significance of the Black Church in America.
info_outlineDr. Blackwell brings listeners an encore of one of the most popular “It’s a family matter” episodes featuring inspirational Christian speaker Betsy Bolick. Enduring numerous physical difficulties, surgeries, and hospitalizations throughout her life, four foot, eight inch tall Betsy heard God's call to share her faith. In this first of the original two episodes, listen as she and Dr. Blackwell discuss "Small Enough Ministries.”