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Me and my 88 Friends

Lawrence Chewning, writer of "The Anchor Holds," and other Christian songs, tells stories and sings songs from the piano every week. Lawrence's storytelling style is engaging, and his music has touched the hearts and souls of thousands. Hear the stories behind the songs, interviews with great Christian guests, and more great content. A new episode is available every week. You can purchase Lawrence's music from his website at lawrencechewning.com

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    Chronicles of a Christian Songwriter - Part 3 - The Lost Journal

    Lawrence shares from a recently discovered journal recounting his experiences in New England in a  Jesus People band in the early 1970’s.Songs:Revival in Our SoulsBorn in AmericaWe Were Like Those Who Dreamed (Psalm 126) What a Change 

  2. 19

    Chronicles of a Christian Singer - Part 2 - The Fishermen Years

    Lawrence chronicles his testimony of God’s faithfulness and focuses on “the Fishermen years”, 1970 through 1976. Various songs he wrote during that era in his life are also shared. Songs:Trying to Obey the CallJesus, You’ve Been So RealJesus Made All the DifferenceCarry OnThere Goes a Real Christian ManMysteryFirst GlimpseI Will Arise and GoSing a Song of Jesus  

  3. 18

    Chronicles of a Christian Songwriter - Part 1

    Lawrence recounts his personal journey of faith and shares songs he was inspired to write through various events in his life.  This episode deals with his salvation as a boy, the faith of his family, and a powerful awakening during his college years which revolutionized his life. Songs:The Night That Changed My LifeWelcome HomeSeason of the HarvestSong of the DiscipleMe and My 88 FriendsSend the RainLet Me Worship You Today

  4. 17

    Prayers While Under House Arrest

    Lawrence takes a look at the specific prayers the Apostle Paul prayed for the Christians in Ephesus while he was chained to a Roman soldier.   Songs:What a ChangeI Wouldn’t Go BackLeaning on the Word of God A Family AgainBe Thou My Vision 

  5. 16

    Meet Again My Friend, Jimmy Corbett

    Lawrence is off this week, so tonight we replay Episode 252, which originally aired on September 20, 2025, and was titled, “Meet My Friend, Jimmy Corbett”.Lawrence replays a very enjoyable conversation with Jimmy Corbett, an associate pastor and minister of music in Archer, Florida. Jimmy is a great singer and musician who has been singing about Christ since he was a boy. Songs:Jesus, You’ve Bern So RealBrethren, We Have Met TogetherFair Weather FriendDo This To Remember Me

  6. 15

    The Deconstruction Dilemma

    This was originally aired on December 14, 2024. I interviewed Chase Bishop, who is now an Assistant Professor at Brevard College, in Brevard,  North Carolina. He is also a chemist and has recently gotten married to his college sweetheart.  Synopsis:In this episode we replay an interesting conversation with Chase Bishop, an Assistant Professor and Chemist in Brevard, North Carolina.  Chase shares his journey from skepticism to a firm faith in the claims of Scripture. Songs: I’ll Get Through I Can Do All ThingsI’d Be a Fool

  7. 14

    Grace and Works: How Do They Fit?

    In today’s episode Lawrence shares a sermon he recently preached regarding the roles that grace and works play in a believer’s life. Songs:Stand Up in ChurchBlessed Is He Not Too Late (To Start Over Again)The Pearl

  8. 13

    Meet My Friend, Ronnie Hucks

    Lawrence has an enjoyable conversation with his friend, Ronnie Hucks, who has spent his career  in helping farmers with their financial needs. He is also an outdoorsman and a great photographer of nature.  They talk about boll weevils, farmers, birds, and most important, a relationship with Jesus. Songs:Sing a Song of Jesus Send the Rain Holy Fire. 

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    Meet My Friend, Jim Gore

    Lawrence has delightful conversation with Jim Gore, who is an avid mountain hiker at 87 years old. Jim tells his story of leaving a lucrative career to obey God’s call to become a pastor. Songs:What is Truth?Trust and Obey 

  10. 11

    Meet My Friend, Steve Holt, Again

    Lawrence replays a memorable episode, featuring Steve Holt, who is a professional ventriloquist and entertainer. Steve shares his inspiring testimony of God’s intervention in his life after being separated from his family as a child and placed in an orphanage. Songs:The Messiah Loves SinnersStill We Love Him

  11. 10

    A Conversation with Dr. Sam Bruce - Part 2

    Lawrence continues his conversation with Dr. Sam Bruce, as they discuss his book, “Spiritual Formation”.  Also, Lawrence sings two original songs and two classic hymns. Songs:Living in the ShadowWonderful PeaceThe Love of GodHand on the Plow 

  12. 9

    A Musical Journey Through the Life of Christ

    Lawrence shares a collection of sixteen original songs he has written about the life of Christ. The selections are taken from solo recordings,as well as songs with the band, Damascus Road. Also included is a choir  of local singers.  

  13. 8

    A Conversation with Dr. Sam Bruce - Part One

    Lawrence has a conversation with author, former pastor and college president, and community leader, Dr. Sam Bruce, from Florence Mississippi. Dr. Sam has written a great book  called “Spiritual Formation”. Songs:What a ChangeStop the MusicThe Anchor Holds

  14. 7

    Meet My Friends, Ronnie and Jill Simmons

    Lawrence has an enjoyable conversation around the table of longtime friends, Ronnie and Jill Simmons, from Fort Mill, South Carolina. The three of them were formerly members of a Christian fellowship in Anderson, Indiana, in the 1970’s. Hear more extraordinary stories from regular people, as Ronnie and Jill share their journey of faith. Songs:As Old As MeI Wanna ReceiveHoly Fire

  15. 6

    Meet My Friends, Chuck and Lynn Staley

    Lawrence has a conversation with his longtime friends, Chuck and Lynn Staley, from Madison, Mississippi. Chuck has been a successful entrepreneur and community leader, and Lynn has been an esteemed educator who has made an impact internationally. A memorable conversation about their journey of faith. Songs:I’ll Get ThroughRise, Let Us Be GoingFrom Glory to Glory

  16. 5

    Holding God at Arm’s Length

    Lawrence takes a look at a couple of Scriptures which highlight Jesus’ desire to gather people close to Himself, like a hen who covers her wings over her chicks. Also seven songs. Songs:Rewrite HistoryUnless the Lord Builds the HouseSend the RainI’d Be a FoolSpringtimeNot ReadyPsalm 126 (We Were Like Those Who Dreamed ) 

  17. 4

    Be Kind. You Might Change a Life

    This episode focuses on the effect that kindness can have on a person‘s life. Testimonies from five people are featured. Songs:In the BeginningPhone CallNever Escape the Father’s LoveThe Love of God 

  18. 3

    Do You Know God Loves You?

    Lawrence converses with three people about God’s love for each individual. His guests are Johnny Brown, Chuck Davis, and Dan Stark. Also a brand new rendition by Lawrence and Damascus Road about the Transfiguration. Songs:Still We Love HimWhat a Night, Last NightJesus, You’ve Been So RealThe HealerI Will Arise and GoThe Messiah Loves Sinners 

  19. 2

    Meet Hubert Nolen, a Man of Great Faith

    Lawrence has an inspiring conversation with Hubert Nolen, who pastored a successful church for over 30 years, and then laid it all down to start a great ministry which reaches out and helps victims of sex trafficking and exploitation. Songs:What a ChangeArise and Shine

  20. 1

    Prayer part 4: Take It To the Lord in Prayer

    Lawrence and his British friend, Paul Dickens, complete a four week series on prayer. In this episode they discuss five more reasons the author, Pete Greig, gives why some prayers are not answered the way we would like. Also, a brand new Damascus Road rendition of a song Lawrence wrote during the Jesus Movement. Songs:A Simple FaithEbenezerWhat a Change Bully in the Neighborhood He Giveth More Grace

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    Meet My Friend, Chet Berry

    Lawrence has a conversation with his friend, Chet Berry, from Carmel, Indiana. Chet has been a pastor, podcaster, worship leader, and writer. The two of them met each other when Chet was a boy. Chet has recently written a children’s book called “Barn Tales”.Songs:KalamazooI Wouldn’t Go BackThere Goes a Real Christian ManCarry On

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Lawrence Chewning, writer of "The Anchor Holds," and other Christian songs, tells stories and sings songs from the piano every week. Lawrence's storytelling style is engaging, and his music has touched the hearts and souls of thousands. Hear the stories behind the songs, interviews with great Christian guests, and more great content. A new episode is available every week. You can purchase Lawrence's music from his website at lawrencechewning.com

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Lawrence Chewning, writer of "The Anchor Holds," and other Christian songs, tells stories and sings songs from the piano every week. Lawrence's storytelling style is engaging, and his music has touched the hearts and souls of thousands. Hear the stories behind the songs, interviews with great...

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