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An in-depth look at the Word of God, the Plays On Word community, and the Plays - with original music - we perform, that are based on the Word of God. New episodes drop Fridays at 7AM EST! To find out how Plays On Word Theater can perform 'LIVE on YOUR STAGE' and to support this missionary & podcast visit: https://playsonword.org/
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Send us a text "Today, on Plays On Word Radio, we are visiting with our dear dear brother and sister in Christ, Orlando and Gloria Burgos." Two friends revisit the long road from jealousy and fear to peace and purpose, tracing how a rainy night, a persistent invitation, and Psalm 103 sparked a lasting change. We weigh family tension, the war between flesh and spirit, and why truth holds when emotions fade. • Orlando’s move from Puerto Rico and early struggles • The breakup, the floor, and th...
Send us a text "Today, we get urgent updates from Haiti along with requests for prayer leading into this Christmas season: How does Emmanuel’s promise of “God with us” shape the way we pray amid real-world fear and crisis?" We rally prayer for Haiti’s spiraling crisis, name missionaries on the ground, and intercede together. We trace Emmanuel through Matthew, unpack Jesus’ “I am” claim in John 8, and find grace in the messy genealogy that leads to Christmas hope and courageous mission. • upd...
Send us a text "What if gratitude isn’t a feeling but a strategy for the soul? Today, we revisit with three unforgettable stories—a Haitian missionary, a Brooklyn pastoral couple, and a former NFL quarterback who all learned about God’s grace—and their callings." A gratitude-soaked best-of brings testimonies from a Haitian missionary, a Brooklyn pastoral couple, and an NFL quarterback turned dentist, each pointing to Scripture, salvation, and steady hope. We share why thanks can lead the hear...
Send us a text "Gratitude deepens from polite thanks to worship rooted in God’s saving work, seen in Joseph’s mercy and Philip’s desert encounter. How does recognizing God’s providence reshape your response to both open and closed doors?" We trace how everyday gratitude grows into worship, moving from holiday traditions to Scripture’s deeper call to praise. Joseph’s famine rescue, Philip’s desert appointment, and God’s wise "no" reveal why saved people serve gladly. • thanksgiving as praise,...
Send us a text "Do you think the term “Pass the Buck” is negative? Passing the buck to God isn’t evasion—it’s alignment. Today we'll look at this." We trace Paul’s journey from Stephen’s stoning to Damascus, and the quiet courage of Ananias who walked toward danger and found a brother. We share tour updates, creative hurdles, and why passing the buck to God frees our words and strengthens our witness. • Passing the buck to God as a posture of witness • 'CHRISTMAS JOE' sprint tour updates and...
Send us a text "What happens when a logistics exec surrenders his plans and lets God redirect the entire playbook? Pastor Don Schwing continues with us for a conversation about how leadership, faith, and kindness can transform a whole community." A ground-level story of faith, logistics, and community impact: how a below-market building, creative member lending, and township favor sparked a food pantry, ESL and GED programs, and multi-service growth rooted in worship, not consumption. We shar...
Send us a text "What happens when a pastor bets on a story—and a storyteller—he’s never seen? That simple 'yes' shaped a rich conversation about risk, trust, and how creative ministry can reignite a love for Scripture." We trace Pastor Don Schwing’s journey from ritual to relationship, the power of storytelling to wake up a church, and the surprising ways God guides a congregation’s future. Humor, honesty, and a 7‑Eleven-sized miracle reveal how surrender fuels real ministry. • why embodied ...
Send us a text "What if your health story could change the way your church lives, serves, & worships? Pastor Steve Reynolds continues with us to unpack how a hard stop on exercise, years of eating like an athlete, & a brush with serious disease turned into a faithful return to movement, a 130-pound weight loss, & a practical framework built from Scripture." Pastor Steve Reynolds is back to take us behind the scenes of “Bod4God”—the sermon series that sparked a media whirlwind, fro...
Send us a text "What happens when theater brings living Scripture for a room that spans toddlers to octogenarians? Today, we sit down with Pastor Steve Reynolds of Capital Baptist & find out." A boy named Zadok hands over his loaves and fish, a row of 7 kids leans forward, & a sanctuary stays rapt for two hours—this is the kind of night we live for! We invited Pastor Steve from Capitol Baptist to unpack what happened when our one-man play “PETE” met a church already gearing up t...
Send us a text "What if the generation everyone called distracted is actually laser-focused? Today we sit down with family pastor, Marc Crabtree to trace a hopeful shift among 18–27-year-olds who are done with hype and hungry for truth." From frank conversations on sexuality, suicide, and same‑sex relationships to the thorny overlap of faith and politics, Marc shares how a young adult community can hold the line on Scripture while learning to love people with courage and care. The surprise is...
Send us a text "Whether you’re a grandparent, a parent still learning to speak your heart, or a mentor to kids who see you as family, this conversation gives you tools to capture meaning in ink and pass it forward with grace." We share how simple “love letters” can carry faith, values and identity across generations, and why churches can turn this practice into a culture of healing communication. Pastor Mike Morgan, of Shiloh Baptist Church, and Louise Cole, of Family Legacy Connect, show pr...
Send us a text "Have you ever wondered if your faith journey has produced visible evidence of transformation? Would there be enough evidence to "convict" you of being a Christian if your life was put on trial? We will explore this today!" Pastor Teddy, a.k.a. Fred D. Kenney, Jr., explores the concept of authentic faith and what it means to "walk worthy" of our calling as Christians. Drawing from personal experiences and Scripture, he challenges listeners to examine whether their lives show ev...
Send us a text "What happens when you ditch your phone and truly focus on prayer? Today, we look at the transformative power of undistracted communion with God in this compelling episode of Plays on Word Radio." Pastor Teddy shares about the upcoming Genesis 'JOE' play tour in the Northeast & reflects on the power of prayer as the foundation for effective ministry. He emphasizes the importance of focused, intentional prayer without distractions, comparing it to meeting with someone of gre...
Send us a text "Last week we shared our white-knuckling adventures down the mountain road that kicked off our North East tour. Today we continue the adventure debrief of that tour!" Teddy and Katie share their recent ministry tour experiences across North Carolina, New Jersey, and New York, highlighting how God protected them during a harrowing mountain drive and opened doors for ministry at multiple churches. • Surviving a treacherous mountain drive, with no guardrails, that tested their fa...
Send us a text "Have you ever faced a situation so terrifying that it woke you from sleep in a cold sweat? That's exactly what happened to Pastor Teddy on our recent ministry tour." Fred and Katie Kenney share a powerful testimony of God's peace during a harrowing mountain descent in North Carolina, where they experienced the real-world application of Philippians 4:6-7 in the face of genuine fear. • Embarking on a Northeast tour with Plays on Word Theater • Performing at Mountain Top Youth ...
Send us a text "What happens when personal tragedy and transformation become the foundation for authentic ministry? James and Melissa Pinto's story answers this question with raw honesty and profound hope." James and Melissa Pinto, of Trinity Tabernacle of Gravesend, Brooklyn, share their powerful testimonies of finding faith through personal tragedy and transformation. Their journey from congregants to church leaders reveals how God uses our darkest moments to prepare us for ministry a...
Send us a text "What happens when God uses a series of personal crises to redirect your path and purpose? Pastor Geoffrey Eckstein's continuing powerful testimony reveals just how God did it in his life." Pastor Geoffrey Eckstein shares his transformative journey from pursuing business success to embracing God's call to ministry through a series of personal crises that led to complete surrender. • The reward for obedience is deeper obedience - God gives us more opportunities to be faithful w...
Send us a text "What happens when childhood questions about God remain unanswered despite years of religious education? Today, we will explore Pastor Geoffrey Ekstein's remarkable journey from Judaism to Christianity, which captured the essence of authentic spiritual seeking and the courage required to embrace truth regardless of the cost." Growing up in a devoutly Jewish home where his identity was firmly rooted in Jewish tradition, Geoff found himself fascinated by biblical figures who had ...
Send us a text "Have you ever thought about the phrase –“Words have power”? The right words, arranged in the right way, can transform our understanding of ancient texts and bring fresh insight to timeless truths. That's exactly what we explore on Plays on Word Radio." We welcome listeners to Plays on Word Radio where we analyze and play with the Word of God through thoughtful discussion and biblical exploration. • Introduction to our program focused on exploring scriptural language and meani...
Send us a text "Ever wondered how God's Word can break through barriers when presented in unexpected ways? Today, Pastor Teddy shares how Plays on Word Theater uses Scripture-based plays to reach hearts, urging prayer, support, and invitations for our transformative East Coast tour." Pastor Teddy shares exciting updates about the Plays on Word Theater ministry and their upcoming East Coast tour, emphasizing how theatrical presentations of Scripture continue to transform lives. • Plays on Wor...
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