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Crossroads with Jenny Bushkell

Weekly Christian Talk Radio Show featuring stories of Hope and Encouragement. Topics include personal testimonies, overcoming addictions, grief, Co-dependency, divorce, and life problems. Friday & Saturdays 5 pm - 6 pm on Joy620WRJZ 620AM, 102.5FM, 99.5 FM
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Embracing the Gift of Hospitality with Annie McCune

“Do not forget to show hospitality to strangers, for by so doing some people have shown hospitality to angels without knowing it. - Hebrews 13:2. The Bible gives us so much about practicing hospitality! Jenny interviews author and expert at real-life hospitality, Annie McCune will tell you hospitality doesn’t have as much to do with the table linens or the food as it does opening our heart to others. Her book, Practicing Hospitality: The Joy and Grace of Loving Strangers takes us on the adventur...

Jun 29, 202543 minSeason 1Ep. 243

Pursuing Success God’s Way; with Erin Harrigan

Society tells us that success means sacrificing —our time, our peace, even our purpose. But what if I told you there’s a better way - one led by faith instead of fear and pressure and brings peace & joy! Jenny interviews Erin Harrigan, a much sought-after speaker, author, podcaster and Biblical business coach for Christian women to reach new heights in their business or career without compromising their faith. Erin leads women not only to find their passion, but success “God’s way.” She help...

Jun 09, 202548 minSeason 1Ep. 242

Compassion Without Borders: Living Out the Gospel

“Be wise in the way you act toward outsiders; make the most of every opportunity.” Col 4:5. Jesus was asked, ”Who is my neighbor?” He gives us answers throughout scripture: “The Good Samaritan,” “The Great Commission,” The Samaritan Woman” and in his compassion for the least, the last, the lost.. We can turn to the timely wisdom of the Bible to live out the Gospel. Whether in foreign global missions, when we welcome immigrants to our country, or right down the street, we fulfill a significant pu...

Jun 08, 202544 minSeason 1Ep. 241

The Devil's Newsroom- Discerning Satan's Lies with Dr. Jeff Schreve

There’s a spiritual battle going on all around us. Have you ever done something that you said you would never do? Are you believing lies that keep you stuck? Our culture is inundated with lies. One of Satan’s chief goals is to create doubt in our thoughts - and his lies will kill, steal and destroy lives. (John 10:10) The way you can thwart the devil’s lies, is to turn on the light of God’s Truth. Failure is NOT final. Jenny welcomes Pastor, Author, Speaker and popular radio host Dr. Jeff Schrev...

May 28, 202546 minSeason 1Ep. 240

From Silent Suffering to Auntie Anne’s Success - Anne Beiler’s Story of Overcoming Tragedy, Pain and Shame

“Satan builds the strongholds in the secrets of our lives and reinforces them with silence…,” (Dr. Richard Dobbins) Most of us know the mouth-watering aroma of fresh baked pretzels in the mall or in an airport. Their familiar scent wrap you in a hug of comfort. They are pretty irresistible! Anne Beiler, founder of Auntie Ann's Pretzels journey towards success began years before she rolled the first pretzel when they experienced any parent's worst nightmare – the death of a child. Then came a dar...

May 12, 202549 minSeason 1Ep. 239

Beyond Flesh and Blood: Understanding the Spiritual Realm with Paul Renfroe

“For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms.” Eph 6:12 The gap between seen and unseen, between natural and spirit, is narrowing. Never has the ongoing battle between the kingdom of darkness and the kingdom of light been more apparent. All you have to do is look at the chaos, evil and confusion going on in our world today. Jenny’s guest is S...

Apr 30, 202524 minSeason 1Ep. 238

Spark Your Influence and Faith with Misty Phillip

Misty Phillip is back with Jenny to talk about her latest book and venture. Misty is a visionary leader, entrepreneur, speaker, author, and podcaster dedicated to empowering others to live boldly in their faith. Her new book, “Spark Your Influence” has recently been released at #1 new release on Amazon! She hosts the outstanding Video podcast, “It Is Time to Stand Up” where she shares Biblical wisdom and insightful conversations. Misty is also the host of the "By His Grace" podcast, where she sh...

Apr 25, 202531 minSeason 1Ep. 236

SPECIAL FEATURE: NRB2025# - International Christian Media Convention

This special feature is one of several about the International Christian Media convention that took place in February. It’s the world’s largest gathering of Christian Communicators. Around 600 people attended and there were many first time attendees and an additional 60 exhibits in the exhibit hall. Jenny shares some exciting news from the convention. Some of what you will be hearing The NRB Board approved nine resolutions addressing freedom of expression, child digital safety, artificial intell...

Apr 25, 202510 minSeason 1Ep. 237

Faith, Film & Flourishing to Change the Culture with Kathleen Cooke, VP Cooke Media Group

Back with Jenny is award-winning media executive, actor-producer, writer and speaker, Kathleen Cooke. She’s a founding partner & VP of Cooke Media Group with her husband Phil. She co-founded the nonprofit The Influence Lab/Influence Lab Women, where she leads and mentors Christian professionals and leaders – particularly women in the media industry. She has such a passion for what she calls the “4 C’s” for women - connecting, collaborating, creating - for Christ - to change our culture! Kath...

Apr 13, 202544 minSeason 1Ep. 235

'Restored: Reconnecting Life's Broken Pieces’ with Cindy Brinker Simmons

Cindy lost her beautiful mother, the late great tennis champion Maureen “Little Mo” Connolly Brinker, to cancer when she was just twelve and shares how she strived because she thought God hated her to let her mother die. Jenny interviews Cindy Brinker Simmons is a best-selling author, businesswoman, energetic speaker, philanthropist and mom who cares deeply about helping people in the midst of life’s challenges. She shares her story and steps to overcome losses in her book 'Restored: Reconnectin...

Apr 06, 202548 minSeason 1Ep. 234

Grace in the Shadows: A Journey from Brokenness to Blessing

Your story matters. Every day, God performs miracles around us, even in the most unexpected lives. Imagine a child who endured the unimaginable—molestation, disbelief, and rejection. Picture a pregnant teenager, rejected by her family and church, and almost murdered by someone she should have been able to trust. If you've ever felt alone, questioning, "Does God see me? Does He hear me?"—there is hope. Jenny is joined by friends Ty Roberts, Executive Director of Gennisi Charitable Birth Services,...

Mar 30, 202546 minSeason 1Ep. 233

“God’s Not Mad At You” - Steve Brown of Key Life Ministries

How do we make sense of what all is going on in the world? He’s here to talk about the messy things in life and how to begin to understand we’re going to be ok! Jenny’s guest is our friend Dr. Steve Brown - the Founder of Key Life Network, Inc., a wonderful Bible teacher on the radio program Key Life and host of the talk show Steve Brown, Etc. A former pastor, he is also an Author, speaker, and visiting seminary lecturer. Steve has a great sense of humor, and is very down to earth and transparen...

Mar 05, 202549 minSeason 1Ep. 232

Leaving the Muslim Faith:: Her Story and The Cost of Following Jesus

Imagine being brought up in the Muslim faith, suffering from depression and thinking of ending your life - only to cry out to GOD to have mercy on you and to show you the way to HIM - and that night seeing the heavens open up and seeing Jesus in a dream! Back with Jenny is Author, Kenza Haddock, talking about what it cost her to follow Jesus. Today we are talking about her book “The Ex-Muslims Guide to Christianity” and what it reveals. Muslims are coming to Faith through dreams and visions! Thi...

Feb 13, 202543 minSeason 1Ep. 231

God Transforms Challenges into Opportunities, Purpose and Success:: Derrick Furlow, Jr

“May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that by the power of the Holy Spirit you may abound in hope.” (Romans 15:13) One of the most uplifting individuals is back as Jenny’s guest. He has faced numerous challenges and transformed them into opportunities for growth and success. Friend, Derrick Furlow Jr., is the founder and president of Sports Life Business and SLB The Agency, a pioneering sports agency and the first mental health agency for athletes, ONRISE. Among t...

Feb 12, 202543 minSeason 1Ep. 230

Discerning Truth from Cultural Lies with Pastor Jack Hibbs

Jesus warned us that deception would grow worse as we draw nearer to the end times. In Matthew 24:4 he tells us, “Take heed that no one deceives you.” Pastor Jack Hibbs is back to talk about the growing cultural deception, God's mercy on us, what's happening in CA and more! Jack Hibbs is the Senior and Founding Pastor of Calvary Chapel Chino Hills, based in Southern CA.,Founder & President of Real Life Network, and a nationally syndicated TV & Radio host. He shares about his book “Living...

Feb 01, 202542 minSeason 1Ep. 229

"Broken Road" - World Premiere Movie with Producer & Actors

Life is filled with broken roads. Sometimes we can be in circumstances that seem impossible and you may even find yourself in search of hope and may ask, “Where is God when life is taking you down a broken road?” Jenny is talking with Actress, Producer & Author, Jill Holder and Actor Brandon Sullivan. They are actors in the movie, “Broken Road” which carries a message of hope and forgiveness. It’s a fun show with lots of behind the scenes stories and laughs as well as they give us a glimpse ...

Jan 23, 202544 minSeason 1Ep. 228

Serving Our Neighbors - Doc Rock For Health 2025

“Only fear the Lord and serve him faithfully with all your heart. For consider what great things he has done for you.” 1 Sam 12:24. The Knoxville Academy of Medicine Alliance's Doc Rock for Health is SAT, JAN 18th at The Mill & Mine. Part of the proceeds go to these wonderful charity organizations serving our East Tennessee neighbors! With me is Beth Roskelly, Director of Development & Public Relations - InterFaith Health Center, Adelyn Pair - Associate Director of Marketing & Commun...

Jan 18, 202544 minSeason 1Ep. 227

Radical Freedom: Breaking the Chains of Addiction for Good with Melissa Huray

"Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come:[a] The old has gone, the new is here!" 2 For 5:17. Behind addictions are pain and/or trauma. The substance only masks what's really going on. Whether you are beginning your recovery journey or have been navigating the path for a while, the road to sobriety can be a long and lonely one. Melissa Huray, is the Executive Director of The Lindell Recovery Network/The Hope Report and an Emmy-award-winning news reporter and anchor. She has a...

Dec 28, 202445 minSeason 1Ep. 226

Conflict Resolution with June Hunt

Things may look great on social media posts, but for some the holidays aren't so happy, especially with those struggling with strained relationships, sadness and past hurts. Conflicts can happen at work, at church, with friends and in the best of families! But conflicts should lead us to the One to whom we can turn to for direction, strength, and courage. Passivity is not the real path to peace. Resolution rests in confronting the wrong, but with the right heart. We can overcome differences. Hea...

Dec 11, 202442 minSeason 1Ep. 225

“I Am Progress” :: Living With Purpose - Tyrell Byrd

“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. Jer 29:11. Tyrell Byrd is a Pastor, Vanderbilt University Doctoral student and the founder of the “I Am Progress” clothing line! Jenny interviews Tyrell about the purpose God has for each of us. Hear how God has worked in this troubled, confused teen life and turned this young man completely around! God does that and sends up help from The Holy Spirit - our Co...

Nov 26, 202443 minSeason 1Ep. 224

“The Girl in the Iron Lung:: The Dianne O’Dell Story” with Will and Mary Beyer

Jenny’s guests are Author, Will Beyer and his wife Mary. Will is the author of “The Girl in the Iron Lung:: The Dianne O’Dell Story.” It’s a story of love, faith and courage. It affirms that every life has purpose, meaning and significance. Anyone who met Dianne O’Dell and her family, left a better person. Will wrote, “She was a joyful person, smiling, laughing, rarely complaining. For those who “got it”, they came to understand while life can be terribly unfair and cruel, it is what you do with...

Nov 20, 202442 minSeason 1Ep. 223

Finding Hope Through Prayer: Insights from Greg Wilhelm and Pray.com

Sometimes, we are so depressed we can't see hope for a future. With everything going on in the world today, some of you may be feeling anxious and not sure what to do or what’s next. When anxiety weighs heavily on the heart; prayer brings relief and should be the first thing we go to. Jenny interviews Greg Wilhelm, Director of Sales for Pray.com, the world’s #1 app for faith and prayers to talk about prayer. Greg is a Pastor & Counselor who shared with us about his family’s legacy of ministr...

Nov 12, 202443 minSeason 1Ep. 222

The Three Enemies of Your Mental Health:: Author, Kenza Haddock, LPC on Battling Spiritual Warfare

You’re attacked by the enemy on a daily basis. The Key is to recognize the attack and fight back with the right weapons. Depression, anxiety, and suicide are on the rise among young people and adults. Chaos is everywhere. Stop looking for answers in the things of this world! We are fighting the battle against what my guest has uncovered as the three enemies of mental health. Joining Jenny is Author, Kenza Haddock. She’s also a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor, pastoral counselor and ac...

Nov 07, 202444 minSeason 1Ep. 221

Rising Star - Singer/Songwriter Justin Terry’s Faith-Fueled Journey in Music and Acting

Jenny interviews multi-talented singer/songwriter, Justin Terry. He’s a Gospel singer, Country music singer, an actor and a model. With a passion for The Lord and for storytelling, Justin Terry is a rising star in the music and acting worlds. Jenny and Justin are talking about how God has led him on this career path, the many times God has opened doors for him and how God confirms what he wants. It’s about trusting God and taking the next step in faith. And he has a great sense of humor! Justin ...

Oct 29, 202445 minSeason 1Ep. 220

Restoring Lives, Miracles are Happening! :: Holston Home For Children with Seth Taylor

Jesus said whatever we do for the least, we do for him. We know we are in a hurting & dark world where the enemy is destroying the lives of children & families every day. But there is hope . Holston Home for Children shares the love of Jesus with children and families through their home for troubled youth. And just like Jesus, Holston Home provides a second chance! Jenny interviews Seth Taylor, VP of Development for Holston Home For Children located in Greenville, TN. where they provide ...

Oct 25, 202442 minSeason 1Ep. 219

"Why Me Lord? How Wally Long Found Forgiveness After Unthinkable Loss"

“In my distress I called upon the Lord, and cried to my God for help..”Ps 18:6. The crime was unthinkable. The grief and pain left in it’s wake were unfathomable. Wally Long’s world was turned upside down when he received a desperate phone call that his 12-year-old nephew had shot his parents dead (Wally’s brother) and both of the younger siblings were barely alive. During the course of 11 month’s Wally had received other devastating calls and losses. In his book, “Why Me Lord?: Biblical and Pra...

Oct 23, 202443 minSeason 1Ep. 218

Navigating Life and Healthy Relationships with Billie Jauss: Author, Speaker, and Podcast Host

“For I was hungry and you gave me something to eat, I was thirsty and you gave me something to drink, I was a stranger and you invited me in,” Matt 25:35 My guest is Billie Jauss (billie_jauss )- Author, Speaker, & Host of the “The Family Room Podcast” Her latest book, “Baseball Family: Nine Core Qualities for Developing Healthy Relationships,” delves into different relationships with people we encounter and what qualities make a relationship successful. She shares how to be intentional and ...

Oct 11, 202444 minSeason 1Ep. 217

Finding Strength in Faith: The Snuffer Family’s Journey Through Loss and Miracles

“Wait on the Lord: be of good courage, and he shall strengthen your heart: wait, I say, on the Lord.” Ps 27:14. There are a lot of things in this world that we don't understand. But I cannot imagine anything more devastating than losing a child. Dr. Ryan and Kellie Snuffer share with us about their precious 18-year-old daughter, Hannah, and how God has sustained and comforted them, revealing Himself to them through the years of her illness and her going home to be with the Lord. Ryan is an Edito...

Oct 01, 202445 minSeason 1Ep. 216

Losing You, Finding Me: Dr. Chelsea Azarcon Leaving Toxic Relationships Behind

“He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds.” Psalm 147:3 Have you ever loved so hard you lost yourself? Would you know if you're dealing with a narcissist? This happened to my guest Dr. Chelsea Azarcon, and a lot of others like her, …and maybe you. My guest is Dr. Chelsea Azarcon, a Naturopathic Medical Doctor, Podcaster and Author of LOSING YOU, FINDING ME: A JOURNEY FROM BROKENHEARTED TO WILDHEARTED, a coming-of-age style account for any woman who has faced abuse and surrendered her...

Oct 01, 202443 minSeason 1Ep. 215

Turning Setbacks into Comebacks: God of Second Chances and Hope

No one wakes up and says, “I think I’ll make a mess of my life.” There are times we have messed up or sinned that we feel very far from God. Decisions have left you or other’s hurt, and brought you to a place that feels dark or desperate. But God never gives up on us! There is a way to move forward and turn our setbacks into comebacks! My guest is Professor, pastor & Author Dr. Chris Rappazini who vulnerably shares how the passing away of his father impacted him and his brother, who spiraled...

Sep 26, 202444 minSeason 1Ep. 214
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