Livin' The Bream Podcast

"Don't let fear dictate your decisions. Live by faith." - Pastor Mark Batterson New York Times bestselling author and Pastor Mark Batterson shares his new book, Gradually Then Suddenly: How to Dream Bigger, Decide Better, and Leave a Lasting Legacy. He discusses the importance of dreaming big, trusting God and embracing gradual progress over immediate gratification. Pastor Mark also explains why legacies are a beautiful reminder of how our decisions shape the lives of others. Gradually Then Suddenly will be available Tuesday, November 4th.  Learn more a...

Who are the forgotten heroes of the Christmas story?   Best-selling author Pastor Robert Morgan discusses Zechariah and Elizabeth, an elderly couple from the Bible, who are intertwined in the Christmas story. He describes some of the struggles they faced in their life and the lessons they can teach Bible readers.  Pastor Morgan shares his new book, God Hasn't Forgotten You: 24 Remarkable Ways God Is Working In You And Through You, which covers Zechariah and Elizabeth's story and the early chapters of the Gospel of Luke.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit p...

“Only God can do the impossible.”  - Ruth Chou Simons Author and artist Ruth Chou Simons joins Shannon to discuss her new devotional, The Way of the Wildflower: Gospel Meditations to Unburden Your Anxious Soul. Ruth writes about the importance of having a dependent relationship with God and recognizing that only He can do the impossible. She also shares meditations to help combat different issues. As a mother of six, Ruth discusses how she balances family life and career by cultivating her spiritual life through the quiet moments of everyday decisions.  Learn m...

On Wednesday President Trump announced that a peace deal had been reached in the Israel-Hamas war, a momentous day  for the families of the remaining hostages and those living within the region. Editor-in-Chief of All Israel News Joel Rosenberg joins Shannon to reflect on the current phase of the ceasefire deal and how he can feel God at the center of the restoration that will come to Gaza. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"There's an excitement in following God, and we don't even know where He's going to bring us tomorrow." - David Green Founder and CEO of Hobby Lobby, David Green, and CEO of Legacy Stone, Bill High, share their new book, "The Legacy Life: Leading Your Life To Make A Difference For Eternity." They discuss why their personal understanding of legacy has evolved and how they're redefining the concept to encourage readers to discover God's purpose for their lives.  David and Bill highlight a section from their book on 'Legacy Adventures' which shares testimonials on f...

"My life was changed when I stepped into the water." - Jamie MacDonald on her new song "Left It In The River." Christian singer and songwriter Jamie Macdonald joins Shannon to share why she surrendered her music career to God. She discusses the importance of faith when she battled a turbulent season in her life, and the influence her relationship with God has on the music she creates. After the loss of her father, Jamie shares how she reconnected to music, drawing on her own experiences to write songs tha...

In a world saturated with false information, is there a way to defeat false truths? Host of Stay True Podcast and New York Times bestselling author, Madison Prewett Troutt shares her new book, "Dare To Be True: Defeat The Lies That Bind You And Live Out The Truth That Frees You."  Madi explains how to conquer toxic worldly thoughts and live a life that's authentic to who you are. She also addresses purity culture and what it means to be pure of heart, both in attitude and action Learn more about your...

Do you ever feel like something is getting in the way of your happiness?  New York Times best-selling author and Parker Gilbert Montgomery Professor at Harvard University, Arthur Brooks, introduces his new book, "The Happiness Files: Insights on Work and Life." The book helps readers navigate their lives, redefine success to find inner happiness.   Arthur discusses many factors that impact people's mentality on life, thus depleting their happiness; however, he explains that finding a connection to faith or looking beyond oneself helps people find meaning in their work and life.  Arthur's new podcast, Offi...

In uncertain times, is the Book of Revelation meant to help us? Pastor Gary Hamrick shares his new book, Standing On The Edge of Eternity: The End Times According to Revelation, which guides readers through the Book of Revelation, enabling them to look past their fears and prepare for the return of Jesus Christ.  As Senior Pastor at Cornerstone Chapel in Leesburg, Virginia, Pastor Gary explains many ways he has seen people struggle with the Book of Revelation, finding it frightening rather than preparation for an eternity with Christ. He explains how to use his b...

Co-founders of She Reads Truth, Raechel Myers and Amanda Bible Williams, introduce their new devotional, The Bible Is for You: A Devotional Journey Through Every Book of the Bible, which covers all 66 Old and New Testament books of the Bible. They share their hope of expanding their readers' connection and understanding of the Bible. Raechel and Amanda also discuss their global online community , She Reads Truth, a platform for women to engage in daily Bible readings and study. They explain that they're finding more young people have a growing interest in diving deep into their fa...

Founder of UniteUs and author of the new book "Roses To Revival," Tonya Prewett shares what sparked her vision for the collegiate ministry, UniteUs. Her new book explains her journey through the last five years and how God has connected the dots for her success in helping others unite with Jesus. Tonya explains her experience launching UniteUs and the impact it's had across college campuses and her hopes for the next generation of believers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The lead singer of the American Christian rock and pop band MercyMe, Bart Millard, provides an inside look at his new project, "Wonder and Awe," which is the 20th album created by the group. He reveals the inspiration behind some of the incredible songs on the album, including "Oh Death." Later, Bart shares details on the new movie "I Can Only Imagine 2" based on his hit song "Even If," an inspiring sequel to the film "I Can Only Imagine," which will be in theaters in February 2026.  Learn more about your ad c...

Throughout history, ordinary Americans have done extraordinary things under the Lord's loving and watchful eyes. Senator Tim Scott's (R-SC) new book, "One Nation Always Under God," shares some of these incredible stories about a country comprised of people rooted in their faith.    Senator Scott shares some of these amazing stories with Shannon, including his own. He also describes the role faith plays in helping him make significant decisions in Congress. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Pastor Max Lucado's new book, "Tame Your Thoughts: Three Tools To Renew Your Mind And Tame Your Thoughts," will provide enlightening perspectives on personal guilt and share how readers can combat negative thought patterns with scripture.  Pastor Lucado describes how his bible-based book urges readers to lean into the unconditional love of God when intrusive thoughts take over their headspace. Later, Pastor Lucado shares with Shannon why UFOs are an essential part of his book.  Pre-order Tame Your Thoughts here!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What if your life had taken a different path?  Actress Kristy Swanson sits down with Shannon to celebrate the 15th anniversary of the faith-based film What If…. Kristy describes the filming process and working with great individuals, such as Director Dallas Jenkins and shares her experience reuniting with the cast. Later, Kristy highlights how growing up in faith helped her to choose fantastic faith-based projects, such as 'What If.' What If will be in select theatres August 5th and 7th.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcast...

Faith, fatherhood and family are core values in Senator Markwayne Mullin's (R-OK) life. He joins Shannon to emphasize that while he's regarded as a high-profile member of Congress his greatest role is being a family man.  Senator Mullin explains how he came to accept Christ as a young man and the importance of prioritizing God and family. He also shares his journey to fatherhood and his unconditional love for his blended family with his biological and adopted children. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It is easy to resort to anger after losing something precious but rarely does such a response aid the healing process.  For the residents of Kerr County, Texas, this dilemma is all too clear.  First Baptist Church Senior pastor, Dr. Robert Jeffress joins Shannon to offer guidance on handling tragedy, both for those suffering from it directly, and those that wish to help them. Pastor Jeffress also shares a few stories from scripture and his personal life that he hopes will provide a sliver of hope for those impacted by the flood. <...

Best-selling author and beloved bible teacher Lisa Whittle knows all too well the worries women mull over about their bodies. She shares her new Bible study, "Body and Soul: A Biblical Look at the Whole Person God Created You to Be," which can help women overcome their insecurities. She explores "whole body theology," offering a holistic approach to body image, and encourages women to come together to support the bodies God has given them.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After a decades-long career as a full-time pastor and member of the music trio "Phillips, Craig & Dean," Dan Dean brings "More."  He joins the podcast to discuss his new solo project, "More," and shares his experience balancing parenthood, music, and full-time ministry. His remarkable Christian music journey began over thirty years ago, and he has served in full-time ministry for nearly 50 years, now holding the role of legacy pastor.  Dan also describes how the musical group "Phillips, Craig & Dean" formed and their commitment to staying involved in their local churches.  <p...

As the end of the 2024-2025 Supreme Court term draws near, so do the decisions of several precedent setting cases. From challenges to birthright citizenship to pornography bans, some hot button topics will have rulings expected to arrive in the coming weeks.   Fox News contributor and the Shapiro Professor of Public Interest Law at George Washington University Jonathan Turley, and constitutional lawyer Tom Dupree share their predictions on the outcome of these cases and discuss SCOTUS’s recent verdict on gender-transition surgery for minors. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcast...