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Episode 39 - A Trip to the Promised Land 

"A Trip to the Promised Land" 

Lawrence interviews his friends, Mike and Wanda Vereen, both of whom had an encounter with Christ while staying at a Christian homeless shelter called "The Promised Land."  Mike later became a pastor, and…

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Episode 37 - I Stand at the Door and Knock 

"I Stand at the Door and Knock" 

Lawrence explains the famous verse regarding Jesus knocking at the door, and also re-airs portions of inteviews with three former guests who shared how they came to Jesus.  Lawrence interviews Leslie Sempsrott…

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Episode 36 - She Did What She Could 

"She Did What She Could" 

This is a repeat of one of Lawrence's favorite episodes, Episode 7, as he looks in the Word regardomg the woman who poured expensive perfume on Jesus a few days before His crucifixion. 

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Episode 35 - The Joy of Generosity 

 "The Joy of Generosity" 

Lawrence shares in the Word regarding the subject of the blessings that come with developing a lifestyle of generosity.  Also a humorous family story from 100 years ago about a memorable  and disastrous baseball game…

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Episode 34 The Story Behind, "The Anchor Holds" 

 "The Anchor Holds:  The Story Behind the Song" 

Lawrence and Trish Chewning share how God used their "year of sorrows" to inspire the writing of Lawrence's most well-known song. 

Songs are:  Worth the Wait, and two versions of…

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Episode 32 - Try a Little Kindness 

"Try A Little Kindness" 

Lawrence looks in the Word at the subject of Kindness, calling it our most under-rated spiritual weapon. 

Lots of songs in this episode:  I'll Get Through, I Don't Want to Keep You Hid, Unless…

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Episode 27- Atlantic Crossing 

Atlantic Crossing 

Lawrence interviews his English friend, Paul Dickens, via Zoom, as he talks about his journey of faith. 

Songs include: 

Living in the Shadow 

Baptism Song 

Phone Call 

Song to Sir Dickens 

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Episode 25 The Meanest Man in Town 

The Meanest Man in Town 

Lawrence takes a look in the Word regarding the story of Zacheuus and sings lots of songs 

Songs: 

Longing to See You Again 

When My Eyes Are On You 

The…

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EPISODE 20 Me and Buddy - Interview with Buddy Miles  

Me and Buddy 

Lawrence interviews the engineer for the radio show. who is also the co-producer, Buddy Miles. 

Songs include: 

Phone Call 

The Night That Changed My Life 

Stop the Music 

There Goes a Read Christian Man 

An original song…

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EPISODE 19 “Transformed” 

Lawrence converses with Dave and Linda Canter, from Berlin, New Hampshire, regarding their radical turnaround after encountering Christ, and their decision to return to New England to plant a church. 

Songs:

Kalamazoo 
Ebenezer 
The Pearl 
Not Ready 
Never Escape the

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EPISODE 18 “I Surrender All” 

Lawrence takes a look in the Word regarding Jesus' encounter with a rich, young ruler. 

Songs:

Hand on the Plow 
I'll Get Through 
Ebenezer 
From Glory to Glory 
The Treasure in the Field 
Unless the Lord Builds the House

EPISODE 17 “Follow Me” 

Lawrence takes a look in the Word regarding Jesus' call to the four fishermen to become his disciples.

Songs:

I Can Do All Things 
When My Eyes Are On You 
The Final Goodbye 
I'd Be A Fool 
Trying to Obey

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EPISODE 16 “The Early Years – Part 3 

Lawrence reminisces about the Fishermen's first journey to the New England states, where he later lived for 16 years. 

Songs:

Christ Will Shine on You 
Living in the Shadow 
Can't Nobody Do Me Like Jesus/He's the Only One 
Leaning on

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EPISODE 15 “Goodbye, Guilt” 

Lawrence shares in the Word regarding the good news of having past sins forgiven and forgotten by God. He also sings a love song to his wife. 

Songs:

Forget About It Now 
Jesus Saves 
Sweet Deliverance 
Love Song Just for

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EPISODE 14 “Resisting Fear” 

Lawrence shares insights from Psalm 46 in regards to facing and conquering fear. 

Songs:

All or Nothing 
Behold, He Is Coming 
Springtime 
Bully in the Neighborhood 
When Morning Breaks 
Me and My 88 Friends (full song)

EPISODE 12 “Live at the Off Center Garage” 

Excerpts from a 2004 concert in Muncie, Indiana. Lawrence also shares the story behind the writing of his most well-known composition, “The Anchor Holds” 

Songs:

Unless the Lord Builds the House

Kalamazoo 
Rise, Let Us Be Going 
I'll Get Through 

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EPISODE 11 “The Asbury Revival of 1970” 

Lawrence interviews Dr. Gary Wright, who was a participant in the famous Asbury Revival of 1970, and who was on a team of witnesses that brought the revival to Anderson, Indiana, where Lawrence was attending college

Songs:

Carry On 

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EPISODE 10 “The Early Years – Part 2” 

Lawrence tells more stories of life on the road with his first band, The Fishermen. 

Songs:

The Healer 
Better Than That 
Phone Call 
I Can Do All Things 
I Will Arise and Go 
It's Not Too Late.

EPISODE 9 “The Early Years – Part 1” 

Lawrence celebrates 50 years in ministry and looks back at his early days with the group, The Fishermen. 

Songs:

Trying to Obey the Call 
Rise, Let Us Be Going 
Ebenezer 
I Wouldn't Go Back 
Awesome Glory

EPISODE 8 “Big Pa and Dalton” 

Lawrence interviews his grandson, Dalton Rhodes and sings Christmas songs he has written. 

Songs:

A Starry Night 
Mary's Song 
Fair Weather Friend 
The Road Back Home 
As Old As Me 
Christmas Story

Episode 7 "She Did What She Could" 

Lawrence shares regarding the story of the woman who poured perfume on Jesus. 

Songs:

Living in the Shadow 
If I Didn't Know Jesus 
Jesus, You've Been So Real 
Feed My Sheep 
Holy Fire 
We Can Bear Some Fruit Right Here 

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Episode 6, "Rhythm Of The Saints"  

Lawrence shares stories behind the songs and interviews his drummer, Keith 
Hamrick, who played drums professionally for well-known secular acts before 
coming to Christ.
 

Songs:

There Goes a Real Christian Man 
When Love Walked In 
Love Lifted Me 
None of

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Episode 5 "I Still Prefer A Simple Faith" 

Lawrence shares regarding the simplicity of the gospel and also shares the story of a “three-syllable” victory. 

Songs:

A Simple Faith 
I Think I Can Help You 
Praise the Name of Jesus 
At the Foot of the Cross, 
US Americans 

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