November 14, Dear Station Manager:

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1 November 14, 2014 Dear Station Manager: For more than thirty years, Les Lamborn has faithfully served as the voice on Our Daily Bread Radio. However, Les recently transitioned into a new position on the broadcast team. Starting January 1, 2015, Steve-Lloyd Jones will step into the role of program host for Our Daily Bread. Steve has already become a familiar voice to many listeners with his contributions to Sports Spectrum. He looks forward to taking Our Daily Bread into the New Year with a fresh perspective and an updated musical signature. RBC Ministries has also made the decision to discontinue the 5-minute version of Our Daily Bread. This change will allow them to focus their efforts on providing the content-rich 2- minute version seven days a week. Online, you ll find a special page to thank Les for his years of loyal service on the Our Daily Bread broadcast. You re invited to send Les a personal note using this link: odb.org/les. The week of December 22, Discover the Word listeners will enjoy an insightful new Christmas series on the names of Christ in Isaiah chapter 9. Mart, Elisa, and Bill will spend the following week highlighting some of the best Discover the Word programs of Lastly, we are pleased to announce that the Sports Spectrum team will once again provide the popular Super Bowl Updates during the week leading up the Super Bowl. Mark your calendar to air these daily special features starting January 26, And be on the lookout for additional details in the coming weeks! On behalf of the entire RBC Ministries radio team, we hope you have a joyful and relaxing Thanksgiving weekend! Sincerely, Jessica Suggs and Melissa Carlson Your Media Services Team

2 PROMOTIONAL PACKET CONTENTS Page 3: Page 4: Page 5: Page 6: Page 7: Page 8: Page 9-13: Page 14: Page 15: Discover the Word Listener Comments Words To Live By Listener Comments Sports Spectrum Program Overview Our Daily Bread Special Resources Listener Resources Listener Contact Information Discover the Word Daily Promos Words To Live By Weekly Promos Sports Spectrum Weekly Promos 2

3 PROGRAM VERSIONS AVAILABLE Discover The Word is available in three versions: the regular U.S. broadcast, a Canadian version, and a border version. Program versions are available via Amb-OS and FTP distribution. A variety of generic promos are available for download at kempandcompany.cc/stations/discover-the-word/. To request spot customization call (818) or info@kempandcompany.cc. COMMENTS FROM DISCOVER THE WORD LISTENERS: I listen every morning to your study. I am enjoying it so very much. The way you talk with each other and the honesty that you express about how certain scriptures make you feel is helpful to me. ~ Ayomi E. Your studies are invaluable. Through your programs, God speaks to me giving me insight into His precious Word. Praise God for this ministry. ~ Sue M. The Bible Study Group brings the Word to life. You do an excellent job of keeping it real. You make the listener feel like one is studying with close friends. ~ Pam C. Surprisingly, I stumbled on your broadcast about a month ago. Ever since, I make an assertive effort to tune in. I truly enjoyed how you and your group expound on the Word of God. I look forward each day to tune in. If I miss the radio time I can listen on my computer. Thank you and may God continue to richly bless. ~ Delores C. Check out the ministry website online at 3

4 COMMENTS FROM WORDS TO LIVE BY LISTENERS: Words to Live By is a program I listen to while getting ready for church. It is a "can't miss"!! I heard Debbie s story this morning and was astonished at this lady's amazing journey!!! What an inspiration!!! ~ M.J. God gives us strength and wisdom in our times of need. Words To Live By encourages me to trust God and say, Have Thine own way with my life, for I know He works in mysterious ways that I may not understand. ~ Ricky This program has been a real blessing. I don't get to listen every day, but I look forward to the times when I can. I listen as often as possible. ~ Victoria E. I made some mistakes in my past, and although I am a follower of Jesus, I am in prison. I had started to feel that God was punishing me and that my family had forgotten me, but when I heard one of your programs on Words To Live By, I was reminded that God is faithful. He is mindful of what I am feeling, and I have a renewed hope in God s Word and a new commitment to trust Him. Thank you for all of your labors of love for the Lord. ~ Darwin Check out the ministry website online at 4

5 DAILY 2-MINUTE SHORT FEATURE Breaking sports news presented from a Christian perspective is available Monday through Friday year round! This two-minute update is designed to fit in your morning or afternoon drive time, and provides your listeners with fresh sports news and Christian commentary they cannot find anywhere else. Sign up today by downloading the form on our website at or call (818) WEEKEND PROGRAM DETAILS Airdate: December 6 7, 2014 Theme: God s Choice, Our Hope Special Guests: Tracy Hanson Former LPGA pro Golfer Dave Johnson Assistant Football Coach, Ohio University Airdate: December 13 14, 2014 Theme: Good News of Great Joy (Stories of Transformation) Special Guests: Gary Hahn North Carolina State Football & Basketball Broadcaster Clyde Chistensen Assistant Quarterback Coach, Indianapolis Colts Airdate: December 20 21, 2014 Theme: God s Greatest Gift Special Guests: Jeff Meyer Assistant Men s Basketball Coach, Michigan Wolverines Ernie Johnson Host of Inside the NBA for TNT & Voice for MLB on TBS Airdate: December 27 28, 2014 Theme: Testing of Our Faith Special Guests: Charlie Skalaski Assistant Wide Receiver Coach, Liberty University Flames Tom Roy President and Founder of Unlimited Potential, Inc. Check out the ministry website online at 5

6 The Our Daily Bread app includes daily audio content from the Our Daily Bread Radio broadcast to correspond with the printed devotional reading for the day. In addition, the app offers scheduled reminders and links to related Bible passages. It allows you to journal, bookmark, and share via social media. Help your listening audience make reading the Bible a daily priority. Send them to for more information! I really love having this app. I can post it on my Facebook or send it in a text message. ~ Mona C. Check out the ministry website online at 6

7 LISTENER RESOURCES DISCOVER THE WORD Offer Dates November 24 Dec 7, 2014 December 8 21, 2014 December 20 31, 2014 Offer Title Behold That Star CD 2015 Lands of the Bible Calendar Fireside Christmas CD WORDS TO LIVE BY Offer Dates December 1 12, 2014 December 13 19, 2014 December 20 31, 2014 Offer Title Hurt People Hurt People by Sandra Wilson Whole Marriages in a Broken World by Gary Inrig How Great Thou Art CD SPORTS SPECTRUM Offer Dates December 1 31, 2014 Offer Title Power Up! Or Power Up for Kids Flip Calendar OUR DAILY BREAD Offer Dates December 1 31, 2014 Offer Title Our Daily Bread or Bible Lands 2015 Calendar * Print or Online *View Online Only 7

8 LISTENER CONTACT INFORMATION U.S. Discover the Word Grand Rapids, MI Canada RBC Ministries P.O. Box 1622 Windsor, ON N9A 6Z7 U.S. Words to Live By Grand Rapids, MI Canada RBC Ministries P.O. Box 1622 Windsor, ON N9A 6Z7 Phone: Phone: Sports Spectrum Grand Rapids, MI Phone: U.S. Our Daily Bread Grand Rapids, MI Canada RBC Ministries P.O. Box 1622 Windsor, ON N9A 6Z7 Phone: Our Daily Bread Quarterly Direct Response Spots* Phone: *To begin receiving the quarterly Direct Response program CDs please 8

9 DAILY PROMOS: DECEMBER 1-5, MONDAY, DECEMBER 1 We re quick to look for a scapegoat when life falls apart. When trials and troubles come, we often speculate on all the reasons why. But Monday/today on Discover the Word, as Mart DeHaan, Elisa Morgan and Bill Crowder discuss John, chapter 9... they ll challenge us to look past our problems... to focus on Jesus as our solution. Join us for a brand-new series Monday/today at (Time: ) on Discover the Word, here on (Station: )! TUESDAY, DECEMBER 2 Scripture tells us that God often works in mysterious ways. And that may bother us! Tuesday/Today on Discover the Word, Mart DeHaan, Elisa Morgan and Bill Crowder explain why we don t need to know all the reasons to appreciate God s amazing work. Lessons from the healing of a blind man... on Discover the Word... Tuesday/today at (Time: ), here on (Station: )! WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 3 Some saw him as a culprit to blame. Others viewed him as a mystery to solve. But the religious leaders saw the blind man in John chapter 9 as a problem to avoid! Wednesday/Today on Discover the Word, Mart DeHaan, Elisa Morgan and Bill Crowder challenge us to change our perspective on those in need. Do we view them as people to love or interruptions to ignore? Listen to Discover the Word... Wednesday/today at (Time: ), here on (Station: )! THURSDAY, DECEMBER 4 Parents are supposed to want the best for their children. But Thursday/today on Discover the Word, Mart DeHaan, Elisa Morgan and Bill Crowder study a mom and dad who weren t exactly happy about their son s miraculous healing! See how fear can change the way we view those in need. Join us for this challenging conversation... on Discover the Word... Thursday/today at (Time: ) on (Station: )! FRIDAY, DECEMBER 5 In the dark, it s hard to see anything clearly. It s only when the light is turned on that everything comes into focus. Friday/Today on Discover the Word, Mart DeHaan, Elisa Morgan and Bill Crowder take one final look at the Blind Man in John, chapter 9... from the perspective of Jesus... the Light of the World. See this passage with new eyes. Join us for Discover the Word... Friday/today at (Time: ), on (Station: )! 9

10 DAILY PROMOS: DECEMBER 8 12, MONDAY, DECEMBER 8 God s Word describes Jesus as our King... our Judge... and our Lord. But Jesus also wants us to know Him as our friend. Monday/Today on Discover the Word, Mart DeHaan, Elisa Morgan and Bill Crowder discuss what friendship with Christ looks like. We ll catch a glimpse in our study of Matthew, chapter 9. So be sure to join us... Monday/today on Discover the Word... at (Time: ), here on (Station: )! TUESDAY, DECEMBER 9 Sheep need a Shepherd. Without him, the flock is defenseless... helpless... and hopeless! Well, Tuesday/today on Discover the Word, Mart DeHaan, Elisa Morgan and Bill Crowder show that just like sheep need a shepherd... so we need Jesus. Hear about the friendship Christ offers us... with Discover the Word... Tuesday/today at (Time: ), here on (Station: )! WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 10 Throughout His earthly ministry... Jesus healed the sick, fed the hungry, and forgave the sinner. But have you ever wondered why? Well, Wednesday/today on Discover the Word, Mart DeHaan, Elisa Morgan and Bill Crowder probe the motives behind Jesus ministry. An eyeopening discussion coming up on Discover the Word... Wednesday/today at (Time: ), here on (Station: )! THURSDAY, DECEMBER 11 Face-to-face with the desperate needs of people we know, we might pray that God brings them comfort. But could God be asking us to be the ones to meet their need? Thursday/Today on Discover the Word, Mart DeHaan, Elisa Morgan and Bill Crowder ponder Jesus request for workers in God s fields. Are we willing to say, Lord, Send me? Don t miss Discover the Word... Thursday/today at (Time: ) on (Station: )! FRIDAY, DECEMBER 12 Two thousand years ago, Jesus began a movement that fed the hungry, comforted the hurting and offered grace to the broken-hearted. And Friday/today on Discover the Word, Mart DeHaan, Elisa Morgan and Bill Crowder talk about Jesus offer to join Him in His ministry of compassion. Ready to get involved? Our study in Matthew 9 concludes on Discover the Word... Friday/today at (Time: ), on (Station: )! 10

11 DAILY PROMOS: DECEMBER 15 19, MONDAY, DECEMBER 15 The romance in Ruth... the mystery in Revelation... the wonder in the gospels; the Bible certainly contains many fascinating stories. But Monday/today on Discover the Word, Mart DeHaan, Elisa Morgan and special guest, Dr. Mark Young, take a step back... and discover that the whole of Scripture is an epic, remarkable and redemptive story! Gain a BIG picture of God s Word... Monday/today on Discover the Word... at (Time: ), here on (Station: )! TUESDAY, DECEMBER 16 The Bible tells us Jesus came to rescue us from the oppressive powers of sin and death. So why do we often feel like we re still held captive? Tuesday/Today on Discover the Word, Mart DeHaan, Elisa Morgan, and special guest, Dr. Mark Young explain that hope for dark times is found in knowing our place in God s redemption story! Discover the Word with us... Tuesday/today at (Time: ), here on (Station: )! WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 17 Remember writing book reports for school? The first question you always had to answer was, what is this book about? Well, Wednesday/today on Discover the Word, Mart DeHaan, Elisa Morgan and special guest, Dr. Mark Young, offer an insightful summary of the Greatest Book ever written. Find out what the Bible is all about... Wednesday/today at (Time: ) with Discover the Word..., here on (Station: )! THURSDAY, DECEMBER 18 It s not enough to want to free someone who is being held captive... you need the ability to pull off such a daring rescue! Thursday/Today on Discover the Word, Mart DeHaan, Elisa Morgan and special guest, Dr. Mark Young explore how God s love AND power relate to our redemption. Watch God s plan unfold... with Discover the Word... Thursday/today at (Time: ) on (Station: )! FRIDAY, DECEMBER 19 If you read about a hostage who had been miraculously rescued after years of imprisonment... you d likely say that s good news! Tragically, not everyone feels the same way. Friday/Today on Discover the Word, Mart DeHaan, Elisa Morgan and special Dr. Mark Young discuss various reactions to God s story of redemption... and how we can present the gospel as Good News! Listen to Discover the Word... Friday/today at (Time: ), on (Station: )! 11

12 DAILY PROMOS: DECEMBER 22 26, MONDAY, DECEMBER 22 What s in a name? Well... when it comes to the name of Jesus... everything! Be sure to listen Monday/today to Discover the Word, when Mart DeHaan, Elisa Morgan, and Bill Crowder begin a new series looking at the unique significance and amazing promises wrapped up in the names of Christ. The conversation is sure to surprise you! Join us Monday/today at (Time: ), on Discover the Word! TUESDAY, DECEMBER 23 Hundreds of years before Christ s birth... the prophet Isaiah described the wonder and wisdom of Jesus in two simple, yet profound words. Tuesday/Today on Discover the Word, join Mart DeHaan, Elisa Morgan, and Bill Crowder as they look at what it means to call Jesus Wonderful Counselor. A special Christmas study... Tuesday/today at (Time: ) on Discover the Word! WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 24 Long before any costumed characters wearing tights and capes flew onto the scene... the Bible described a real life Superhero! Wednesday/Today on Discover the Word, Mart DeHaan, Elisa Morgan, and Bill Crowder study Isaiah s depiction of Jesus as Mighty God. See how Christ is our Greatest Hero when you Discover the Word with us... Wednesday/today at (Time: ) on (Station: )! THURSDAY, DECEMBER 25 Ready for a Christmas riddle? The Bible calls Jesus both The Son of God and Everlasting Father. But how can Christ be both? Thursday/Today on Discover the Word, Mart DeHaan, Elisa Morgan, and Bill Crowder help us understand how Jesus can be our Father... and yet still remain the Promised Child! An eye-opening Christmas edition of Discover the Word... Thursday/today at (Time: ), here on (Station: )! FRIDAY, DECEMBER 26 At Jesus birth, an army of angels declared peace on earth. Yet, as we look around today... both personal and global conflicts remain. So where s this peace that was promised? Friday/Today on Discover the Word, Mart DeHaan, Elisa Morgan, and Bill Crowder discuss Jesus role as Prince of Peace... and the true harmony Christ accomplished in the past, present... and future. Listen Friday/today at (Time: ) to Discover the Word! 12

13 DAILY PROMOS: DECEMBER 29 31, MONDAY, DECEMBER 29 Whether you re a new listener... or a regular Discover the Word Bible study partner... you won t want to miss Monday s/today s conversation. Hear from friends Haddon Robinson, Alice Mathews, and Mart DeHaan as they engage in an important and personal conversation. It s one of the best discussions this year! Listen in... Monday/today at (Time: ) on Discover the Word! TUESDAY, DECEMBER 30 Ever feel like all the flaws in your family history make you ineligible for God s work? Maybe you ve heard God s call for your life... but don t feel qualified to accept. Well, Tuesday/today on Discover the Word, Mart DeHaan, Elisa Morgan, and Bill Crowder share some good news. Our very brokenness is what makes us candidates for serving the Lord! A best of conversation coming up... Tuesday/today at (Time: ), on Discover the Word! WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 31 We can learn a lot from the prominent characters in the Bible... people like David, Esther, and Peter. But sometimes the minor personalities in Scripture can have just as much impact! Wednesday/Today on Discover the Word, we ll hear a favorite conversation from Bill Crowder, Elisa Morgan, and Mart DeHaan... about a man named... Malchus. Discover his small role in a grand story... Wednesday/today at (Time: ), on Discover the Word! 13

14 WEEKLY PROMOS: DECEMBER SATURDAY & SUNDAY, DECEMBER 6 & 7 By suppressing the trauma of childhood abuse, Beckie thought she had long since moved on with her life. Saturday/Sunday on Words To Live By, learn how Beckie found the love, healing, and acceptance she d been looking for at the foot of the cross. It s a wonderful story of salvation and redemption. Join us... Saturday/Sunday... at (Time: )... for Words To Live By! SATURDAY & SUNDAY, DECEMBER 13 & 14 Marriage isn t always easy. But when you re married to a spouse who is not a believer... the relationship can be even more challenging. Saturday/Sunday on Words To Live By, Adell and Clyde describe how their marriage was on the brink of falling apart... until God put it back together again. Listen to Words To Live By... Saturday/Sunday at (Time: ), on (Station: )! SATURDAY & SUNDAY, DECEMBER 20 & 21 For many of us, Christmas carols bring back powerful memories of holidays gone by. But many of these songs have their own intriguing history. Saturday/Sunday join us for a special Christmas edition of Words To Live By... as we bring to life the music of the season with the stories and Scriptures that inspired it. Join us as we usher in the birth of Christ... Saturday/Sunday... at (Time: )... on Words To Live By! SATURDAY & SUNDAY, DECEMBER 27 &28 Hidden and isolated from the world, Doris grew up in a polygamist family, often held hostage by fear, lies, and abuse. Saturday/Sunday on Words To Live By, hear how she discovered the true freedom only found in Jesus Christ! Find freedom from what s holding you hostage... Saturday/Sunday on Words To Live By... right here at (Time: ), on (Station: )! 14

15 WEEKLY PROMOS: DECEMBER 2014 SATURDAY & SUNDAY, DECEMBER 6 & 7 GOD S CHOICE, OUR HOPE From athletes to coaches, from teams to fans, everyone needs a sense of hope. It gives us the strength to keep going when we feel like giving up. Saturday/Sunday on Sports Spectrum, we ll take a look at the ultimate hope God has provided in Jesus Christ. Join us as we talk with former LPGA pro Tracy Hanson and Ohio University Assistant football coach Dave Johnson about God s Choice, Our Hope. It s happening Saturday/Sunday on Sports Spectrum, on (Station: )! SATURDAY & SUNDAY, DECEMBER 13 & 14 GOOD NEWS OF GREAT JOY! At the birth of Jesus, a heavenly army proclaimed the amazing news that the Prince of Peace had arrived on earth! When you join us this Saturday/Sunday on Sports Spectrum, you ll hear two encouraging stories of the peace on earth today. Don t miss the amazing journey of N.C. State broadcaster Gary Hahn... and Clyde Christensen, assistant coach with the Indianapolis Colts. We re celebrating Good News of Great Joy... Saturday/Sunday on Sports Spectrum. SATURDAY & SUNDAY, DECEMBER 20 & 21 GOD S GREATEST GIFT When God sent His only Son to this earth as a baby, He provided each of us with an opportunity to have true peace and security. How can we experience it today? We ll find out on Saturday/Sunday on Sports Spectrum, when we talk with Ernie Johnson of Turner Sports. There s also a conversation with Jeff Meyer, assistant men s basketball coach with the Michigan Wolverines. Discover the lasting impact of God s Greatest Gift... Saturday/Sunday on Sports Spectrum, on (Station: )! SATURDAY & SUNDAY, DECEMBER 27 & 28 TESTING OF OUR FAITH Make plans to be with us Saturday/Sunday at (Time: ) for Sports Spectrum! We ll have the opportunity to discuss the testing of our faith with Liberty University football coach, Charlie Skalaski along with chaplain Tom Roy from Unlimited Potential, Inc. Close out 2014 with the Sports Spectrum team as we talk about persevering when our faith is pushed to the limits. That s Saturday/Sunday... on Sports Spectrum! 15