The Dan Scott Show Podcast

Rocky Shipes played four sports in college, three professional sports, and is a 5-time golf trick shot world champion. Yet all of that pales in comparison to his passion for Jesus. Get ready for a fun, challenging conversation on this episode!

For years Laura Perry Smalts lived as "Jake." But as much as she wanted to be a man, it never felt right. Then she found Jesus, and through Him she was reminded of her true identity - her identity in Christ. Now she's married and has started a new ministry - Eden's Redemption - with husband Perry. Check it out!

When Kelly Seigler and Cold Justice couldn't solve his grandmother's 33-year old murder, Tim Kimsey's faith wasn't shaken. Hear how her death led him to ministry, and what God has done and is doing through Kimsey. It's Romans 8:28 being lived out for all to see!

Bobby Dobson died in 2019, but his passion for Jesus and helping others is a legacy that lives on today. From coming to Christ after a personal tragedy, to giving away millions of dollars, hear Dobson's story in his own words - and those of one of his closest friends, Brent Sanders.

In this week's episode, Dan shares a talk he gave in early 2022 at a leadership conference - "What Jesus Teaches Us About Communication." It comes from the Easter-themed story of Christ with the two disciples on the road to Emmaus. Key word? Join, Listen, and Change!

A year ago the church pastored by Mike Moran burned to the ground. This not too long after he and his wife lost their adult son. But through it all, the Congregational Church of Eastford, Ct. continues to be a beacon of light in a region of the country that is largely darkened to the gospel. How this church has become an indispensable part of the community - without compromising the gospel - is an amazing story. Check it out!

Redd Martin's stat line: 32 rehab facilities, 8 psychiatric hospitals, 6 jails, 5 suidice attempts, and 8 friends who died from substance abuse. Then Jesus! Now, Redd and his wife feed over 200 homeless people in Greenville, SC, every Sunday through his nonprofit "Sunday Dinner With A Twist." You've got to hear this one!

Dual guests on this week's episode. First, Abby Johnson of "Unplanned" talks about her continued effort to eradicate abortion and bring workers out of the industry. Then Josh Holland explains how, when, and why the chaplains from the Billy Graham Rapid Response Team are deployed. Lots of great info. Check it out!

Identity is a hot-button issue in our culture today. So how society defines us, or we may define ourselves, is much different that how God defines us. Listen as Dan explores the issue, and from the Bible explains exactly what God thinks about you. Spoiler alert: He gave you the best gift He had to offer - His only begotten Son!

Rick Horton is a former Major League Baseball pitcher with the St. Louis Cardinals and Los Angeles Dodgers. Now a Cardinals broadcaster, Horton talks about wearing and sharing his faith in Jesus publicly, his long-time association with the Fellowship of Christian Athletes, plus being in the bullpen for one of baseball's greatest moments. Listen now!

Shane Pruitt is the National Next Gen Director for the North American Missions Board. His new study, Revival Generation, is impacting young people all across the country. We talk about his passion for the next generation, his personal journey to faith, and staying the course through a family tragedy. Check it out!

Former Gardner-Webb University baseball coach Rusty Stroupe is now in the ministry, serving churches on an interim basis as they search for a new pastor. His transition from the ball field to the pulpit has come with some striking similarities, especially in dealing with players/congretations. His career, his heart, and much more on this episode!

Kelly Lester was molested as a toddler. Raped as a teen. Had four abortions between the ages of 15-29. She sold drugs, and even ran them for the Puerto Rican mafia. And she briefly worked in the abortion industry. Then Jesus got hold of her. And wait until you hear how her life has changed!

Dan's guest this week is Will Graham - yes, Billy Graham's grandson. Will Graham talks about what it's like walking in the footsteps of both his grandfather and his father Franklin, his own faith journey, and what's in store for both he and the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association in 2024. Plus, asking God for his "impossible." Check it out!

Real estate developer Jim Anthony once was worth over $400 million. Then the real estate crash happened in 2007, and he lost 99 percent of it. But he didn't lose his faith in Christ. And now, at age 80, he's still going strong - but with a much more Kingdom-oriented focus. Check it out!

Comedian Jeff Allen has a new book, "Are We There Yet?", which details his life before and after Jesus Christ. We talk about the book, his current comedy tour, and what makes a comedian laugh on this week's show - recorded just prior to his appearance at Spartanburg (SC) Memorial Auditorium. Check it out!

Brad Scott has 3 national championship rings, has coached under 2 Bowdens, and has been fired as a head coach once. He has experienced the joy and pain of seeing his son hired, then fired, as a college football head coach. Through it all, his faith in Jesus continues to grow. 

In the final show of 2023, Dan shares his testimony again. But this time from a different perspective. Think you've done too many bad things for Jesus to save you? Or you need to "clean up your life" before coming to Christ? The Old Testament examples of David and King Manasseh beg to differ. Check out this week's show, and Happy New Year!