Best Chuck Ramseur Podcasts (2024)

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Matthew Hiatt: On the Wrong Side of the Desk 1:04:54

6d ago1:04:54

1:04:54

Since I've abused more than 70 guests....I guess turnabout is fair play. Today Monica Gossett and I swap seats...and she bullies me into telling parts of my story!By Matthew Hiatt

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Chase Lewis: Eat Your Veggies! 32:22

13d ago32:22

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**Be sure to listen past the closing credits for a special ending!** This week, Chase Lewis shares his story! It's a story of a really scary time in life...and God's providence through it all!By Matthew Hiatt

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Mike McPherson: Things NOT to Say 38:45

20d ago38:45

38:45

This episode was a throwback for me...all the way back to 8th grade Bible at David Lipscomb Middle School. Today's guest is Mike McPherson - youth minister, coach, Bible teacher....he wears a lot of hats. You may have heard his story in the past about navigating depression...and navigating his wife's death to ALS. In our conversation today, he shar…

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Tim Hines: Dreams, Lasers, and Gangs 1:02:30

27d ago1:02:30

1:02:30

I met Tim Hines when we landed in Honduras last summer. Immediately, I knew he was going to be someone I wanted to know. He's got a fantastic sense of humor (that I'm still a little afraid of)...incredible faith... and a generous heart. The apple doesn't fall far from the tree, either. You've heard great things from his son, Dalton, in a previous e…

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Chuck Ramseur: God Was Not Part of My Story 58:58

1M ago58:58

58:58

Big news from Burns Church! We welcome Chuck Ramseur to our staff as our new associate minister. In this episode recorded on day 1, you'll get to meet Chuck, hear his story, and how he ended up in ministry.By Matthew Hiatt

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Liz Wall: Chasing the Heart of Jesus into Dark Places 1:17:59

1M ago1:17:59

1:17:59

You're going to love today's guest! She's the chair of Kinsman Redeemer Homeless ministry in Dickson. She has a heart to help people...and she's going to tell you (at least!) two stories...her story, and the story of this ministry. She's going to open your eyes to the realities of the homeless in Dickson and so much more!…

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John Smith: God's Favorite Child 43:52

2M ago43:52

43:52

John Smith (yes, that's his real name!) serves at Dickson First Presbyterian Church and as an Air Force reservist Chaplain. He's also the brains behind Dickson's "Theology on Tap." He's got stories - but those aren't the stories he shares today! John takes us on the journey of his faith...the ups and downs...and how he went from performing to be Go…

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John Mark Hicks: When God Broke our Deal 56:14

2M ago56:14

56:14

John Mark Hicks shares a story of loss and disorientation - how his understanding of God changed his implicit deal wit God.By Matthew Hiatt

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Brittany Callaway: How Many Knee Surgeries? 1:00:34

2M ago1:00:34

1:00:34

It's Brittany 4 of 4 this week - the last of our month of Brittanii. Brittany Callaway shares her stories of sports and faith and surgeries...you'll be blessed!By Matthew Hiatt

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Brittany Watson: God's Plan or My Plan? 48:35

2M ago48:35

48:35

The month of Brittany continues....with Brittany 3 of 4! Today you'll hear about how God's plans...well, they don't always line up with ours, but they turn out so much better. God knows what he's doing, especially when we don't!By Matthew Hiatt

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Robyn Lampley: Where Were the Kids with Disabilities? 56:17

2M ago56:17

56:17

I don't know anyone who does more to advocate for the special needs community and our kids in general than Robyn Lampley...and she's our guest on today's bonus episode of Rough Drafts! Just listen to these lines: "We say CAN not CANNOT." "Nothing ABOUT me WITHOUT me" "Assume competence." "Find the ability in the disability" "People-first language" …

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Brittany Hardin: The Church in College 45:52

3M ago45:52

45:52

It's the second of our month of Brit'ys.... Brittany Hardin! Today you get to hear from a volleyball coach, teacher, mom...someone you're going to really enjoy. One of my favorite parts of Brittany's story is hearing about how impactful the church she worshipped with during her college years was. It makes you appreciate that special time in life an…

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Britney Andrieu: A California Refugee 41:13

3M ago41:13

41:13

You're in for some fun for the next few weeks on Rough Drafts....we're having....a month of Britneys...or Brittanies... well, they don't all spell them the same, but they sound alike! You'll get to hear from four friends who share a name and a church, and along the way, you'll find out what else they share. Going first is the newest Britney to my c…

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Dalton Hines: Hearing Aids & Honduras & "Just one more thing..." 1:49:22

3M ago1:49:22

1:49:22

A couple of weeks ago, I had an opportunity to do one of the coolest things I've ever done. Marshall Fuson invited me to join him on a trip to Santa Ana, Honduras, to see the completion of a project to dig a well & share water with an entire village. Today's guest is the man who made all of that possible - Dalton Hines. Dalton and his family serve …

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Renee Boehm: "Two Worthless Things" 1:09:49

3M ago1:09:49

1:09:49

It's amazing how clearly we can remember the hurtful words we heard decades ago, isn't it? That's where the title of this week's conversation comes from. Renee is the executive director of the Dickson County Help Center, Dickson's food bank, assitance ministry, thrift store, and location of all sorts of crazy good stuff. Her story could have very e…

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Joey Wenck: Moments that Change Everything 56:09

3M ago56:09

56:09

You heard from Sierra on Tuesday, now it's Joey's turn! Joey takes us through some really difficult times, moments that change everything. Consider this your warning, there are some tough moments in this episode, but God is good, and Joey shows us that God knows what he's doing!By Matthew Hiatt

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Sierra Wenck A Mission Trip Gone Wrong 45:01

3M ago45:01

45:01

Guess what! It's another couples' week on Rough Drafts. Today you'll hear from Sierra Wenck. She's got so much to share! You'll hear a story about a mission trip that doesn't go the way anyone planned. You'll hear about teaching and tragedy and the ups and downs of relationship. Come back Thursday and hear part 2 - Joey's story!…

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Jerrie Barber: Don't Waste Your Pain 1:23:53

4M ago1:23:53

1:23:53

Ventriloquist. Intentional Interim. Barefoot runner. Author. Minister. Jerrie Barber wears a lot of hats and has learned a lot of lessons. In this week's episode, Jerrie shares a bunch of his stories including one of the most difficult days of his life, how he learned to enjoy criticism, and what happens when you run barefoot in Nashville.…

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Margaret Cole: Finding David, Finding Jesus, and Finding Her Voice 59:27

4M ago59:27

59:27

We're back from our Christmas break with a fun one! Margaret Cole is the CEO of CareNet Pregnancy Medical Center in Dickson. She's involved in Leadership Dickson and Leadership Middle Tennessee and all the good things going on in our community. You got to meet her in Episode 52 ("The Three Charity Musketeers"), but today you get to hear her story. …

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Big Al: Stay away from Coke Machines! 1:17:56

5M ago1:17:56

1:17:56

You'd never think that a warning about a Coke machine could make a pretty good plan for life...but that's what Big Al got and that's what Big Al shares with us this week. Al Griffin shares his story...times of anger with God...times of frustration at church...but NEVER underestimate the power of God's Spirit to do big things!…

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Tm Eads: Chocolate Milk For the Win! 1:09:58

5M ago1:09:58

1:09:58

How you win may say more about your character than how you lose. I knew I'd like Tim when I found out how he celebrated his election as Dickson County Sherriff: with a celebratory round of chocolate milks! You'll enjoy hearing Tim's God stories - the ups, downs, and middles of trying to do right. (PS> If I get arrested, assume it's because I chose …

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Jessica Southerland: Never Ever Goes the Way You Plan It 47:10

5M ago47:10

47:10

Every morning when I drop the kids off for school twelve seconds before the bell rings, I get to see this week's guest. She's been an educator for 17 years. She's lived in Minneapolis, Augusta, and the cradle of civilization, Dickson, TN. She is a guru of helping kids who are navigating trauma, because she knows that *nothing* in life ever goes the…

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Paul Pitney, Margaret Cole, and Renee Boehm: Three Charity Musketeers 1:22:01

5M ago1:22:01

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Today's episode isn't so much a person's God story...but several God stories from three great organizations in Dickson. Paul Pitney represents the Dickson County Family YMCA. Margaret Cole is the guru of the CareNet Pregnancy Medical Center. Renee Boehm is czar of the Dickson County Help Center. And I'm really lucky to call all three friends and mi…

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Thanksgiving 2023 25:05

6M ago25:05

25:05

Nearly 50 of our friends join us for this Thanksgiving Special episode of Rough Drafts. What's a weird thing you're thankful for?By Matthew Hiatt

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Griffin Elkins: the First Ministry Years 41:18

6M ago41:18

41:18

Griffin experienced a horrible fate - he was one of my youth ministry interns! So don't be surprised if he sounds beaten, broke down, and generally despairing of life itself. In this week's conversation, Griffin talks about "God story envy," finding God while fishing, the troubles of launching into life during covid, and his first years in full-tim…

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Taylor Welch: Bullied but Blessed 33:08

6M ago33:08

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You got to hear from his wife already this week...today you get a bonus episode...his side of the story! You'll enjoy hearing from Taylor Welch as he talks about his journey of faith.By Matthew Hiatt

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Kayla Welch: My REAL Imaginary Friend 58:33

6M ago58:33

58:33

What does faith look like when you're not really in church and life is kind of unstable? How do you think of God when you don't know much about him? Kayla Welch tells us the story of the friendship she found with God even from a very young age.By Matthew Hiatt

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Morgan Pickard: Not from around Here! 38:04

6M ago38:04

38:04

Morgan is so much fun! She shares her story from at least three different angles...geographically, spiritually, and relationally. Spoiler? You get to hear about her amazing little boy and becoming a mom.By Matthew Hiatt

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Charlie Dauphin: God Saves, More than Once 59:19

6M ago59:19

59:19

Charlie Dauphin is another Burns, Tennessee, legend. Were it not for his leadership, the church in Burns would have closed decades ago. Listen as Charlie shares stories from his journey and life and lessons he's learned along the way.By Matthew Hiatt

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Caleb Sams: When You Pray to Get Knocked Off a Fence 43:08

7M ago43:08

43:08

Caleb Sams is a PK! But don't hold that against him. He enjoys the blessings of what he calls "generational faithfulness," but don't think for a minute that this makes someone immune to spiritual struggles. In today's episode, Caleb shares what it was like in the middle of his trial that God used to knock him off the fence towards a deeper faith.…

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Brittany Hunt: Grace & Joy 1:11:59

7M ago1:11:59

1:11:59

"All your promises are true." These words became pillars that served as anchors of hope and faith during an expectant mom's biggest trials. You'll be encouraged today by Brittany Hunt's story and trust in a God who knows what he is doing, even when things are falling apart.By Matthew Hiatt

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Rusty Grove: Never Complain If You Can Use the Bathroom By Yourself 1:02:02

7M ago1:02:02

1:02:02

Someday when they write a history of Burns, TN, today's guest and his family will be on every page. He's a county commissioner, bus driver, coach, and a whole lot more. Today, Rusty Groves shares about a traumatic accident that reshaped his life and walk with God.By Matthew Hiatt

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Amanda Felts: Be Who You Needed When You Were a Child 1:20:36

7M ago1:20:36

1:20:36

This week Amanda describes the ups and downs of a story where the only thing she knew for sure was what she didn't want her life to be like. She shares how she became a social worker, met "Comcast", and found her faith.By Matthew Hiatt

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Steve Holladay: From Shame to Sharing 57:58

7M ago57:58

57:58

Content Warning: This episode contains discussion of sexual trauma and behavior. You should listen before listening with your kids. It's amazing how deeply we hide our trauma and our shame. Steve this week shares a story of learning to work through the puzzle pieces of his past, confronting the core ideas that stick with us and sabotage our relatio…

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Lisa Wesson: Running to God with a Bucket 38:47

8M ago38:47

38:47

When we internalize the message that we are unlovable or that God is constantly angry at us, it makes a real mess in our lives. In this week's episode, Lisa Wesson shares how "gospel glasses" eventually opened her eyes to codependency and changed her entire way of doing life. Show notes: During this week's show, Lisa mentioned a powerful book: The …

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Randy Fuqua: Braxton’s Story 43:46

8M ago43:46

43:46

Randy Fuqua is the sort of guy who, when you see his name on caller ID, you smile. Randy has chosen joy, and his joy and his honesty are contagious. In this week's episode, he tells a story of an impossibly difficult journey. It's one nobody wants to walk. Even in the middle of the mess, he still looks for, and finds, Jesus.…

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Danielle Gopp: From Helpless to Helper 56:26

8M ago56:26

56:26

Writing these descriptions is actually the hardest part of the podcast process each week. I want to tell you about the person...but I don't want to tell you too much about them to ruin the story! This week's guest has a beautiful soul and an incredible story. God has overcome incredible obstacles in her life, and I know you'll be blessed by hearing…

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Phil Cochran: Crawling through the Trenches By Your Fingertips Towards God 45:14

8M ago45:14

45:14

Warning: Phil's discusses some dark times and thoughts of self-harm. If that's not something you're ready to hear, you might skip this episode. From Siberia to Tennessee? That's quite the journey. There were plenty of other stops on the way. You'll hear Phil's honest struggles with life's ups and downs in this week's episode of Rough Drafts.…

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Daniel Leonard: When a Ball Game Changes Your Life... 1:09:09

9M ago1:09:09

1:09:09

One of my favorite "God things" is how often he takes something so very random and uses it to accomplish something else. Life is full of these stories: because I was late to work, I had a conversation I never would have expected, that caused something significant to happen. Today's story is definitely one of those stories, and it all started at a b…

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Bethany Quinn: Best Friends, College, Mission Trips, and more! 1:07:11

9M ago1:07:11

1:07:11

You've met Tyler...now it's time to meet part 2 of this week's couple's special....Bethany Quinn. Bethany grew up in White Bluff and never expected her journey would bring her full circle, back to teaching in the school where she was class president. God's plans never seem to go the direction we expect!…

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Tyler Quinn: Fitting in and Leading the Way 42:27

9M ago42:27

42:27

It's a special week of Rough Drafts....you get both halves of a Dickson County power couple: Tyler and Bethany Quinn! Bethany's episode releases Thursday. Tyler tells the story of how he came to know God, how a neighbor introduced him to church, and how eventually he found his place. What's really cool to me is that God is now using Tyler to help o…

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Emily Dawson: Life as a Twin 16:34

9M ago16:34

16:34

This week's guest is Emily Dawson. Well, I'm pretty sure it is. Because she and her sister are pretty sneaky and pretty clever. So there's a chance they tricked me! But I think this week's guest is Emily! Emily does a great job sharing her God story with us. My favorite part is her confidence that God is always with her. Emily, you're right! I hope…

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Mike Chandler: We Cry Over a Good Sandwich 45:32

9M ago45:32

45:32

Mike is one of the guys I thought of when we first came up with this podcast idea. He could tell you a story about paint drying, and somehow, you'd laugh or cry. I couldn't wait to hear his God story. Mike shares from so many parts of his life. Getting back to church...the tough stuff of work and career...health challenges...so much more. But more …

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Sydney Watson: Daydreaming of Heaven 23:51

9M ago23:51

23:51

It's back to school week! So here's another sweet moment with ROUGH DRAFTS KIDS! She's a swimmer. She loves to cheer. She loves her little sister. In today's episode, she daydreams of heaven with us. She tells us how the animals are tame and things will just work out. I think you're going to love her heart and her mind. Welcome Sydney!…

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The Cutting Room Floor with Liz Kuhns 58:13

9M ago58:13

58:13

This week’s episode is a special edition of “The Cutting Room Floor” where things get a little out of hand as we celebrate THIRTY EPISODES of the Rough Drafts Podcast. As I’ve mentioned in several episodes, this podcast was the brainchild of Elizabeth (Liz) Kuhns who just wouldn’t take ‘no’ or ‘not yet’ for an answer. For years, Liz tried to convin…

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Penny Langston: the Child of our Prayers 46:56

10M ago46:56

46:56

Listen past the closing credits for a little bonus on this week's episode! Sometimes God doesn't answer prayers in the ways that we expect. Sometimes, it seems like, he likes to surprise us with a wink and a nod. This week's guest shares her family's story--a journey of infertility and adoption--and how God was right there in every step of the jour…

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Kelsey Bryant: No Easy Answers 44:59

10M ago44:59

44:59

I appreciate people who are deep....who are thoughtful...who aren't superficial. Too much of life is reduced to 10-second soundbytes and ideas that can fit on a bumper sticker. Kelsey Bryant is one of those deep people, and in today's episode, she walks us through some sacred spaces. Kelsey is a child life specialist. She helps kids who are walking…

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Lyla Kuhns: The Color Yellow & Noah’s Ark 10:55

10M ago10:55

10:55

It's another KIDS rough draft. My favorite part of these conversations is just seeing the world through little eyes. Lyla isn't cynical or jaded. She's joyful, she's curious, she's brave. I want to be more like her when (if!) I grow up!By Matthew Hiatt

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Justin Dawson: I’m Just Not Interesting 43:33

10M ago43:33

43:33

One of the first things Justin said when we started recording was, "I'm just not interesting." Why are we doing this? Justin's a pretty smart guy, but he was wrong about that. He's one of the most interesting people I know! He talks to us about the fellowship of the fire hall...life with his family and kids...how his faith journey has changed and w…

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Archibald Marowa: From Zimbabwe to Dickson 47:55

10M ago47:55

47:55

If you live in Dickson, I would be shocked if you don't know today's guest. He is one of the most outgoing, relentlessly positive, kind, energetic people I know. Archie has lived in different worlds. When he got off the plane from Zimbabwe in the United States he was hit with his first round of culture shock: humidity! In this week's episode, you'l…

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