Answered Prayers. Open Conversations. Country Music & Race. Taking a Stand.

<p>FIRST THING: So with all of the confusion and emotions running high, how do we navigate these times? Amy shares a viral Facebook post about answered prayers and how open conversations about race are exactly what we need to start healing our country. SECOND THING: Amy plays a clip of her Pastor Matt Smallbone{@mattsmallbone} and youth Pastor Charles&rsquo; sermon on racism and his views as a black man. This is an eye opening conversation and a great reminder of how important it is to listen and learn. THIRD THING: What is it like being a black country music fan? Rachel Berry{@rberry313} is here to read her instagram post about her experiences attending country concerts as a black woman. Her testimony definitely brings some issues to light and were so thankful to her for sharing her story. FOURTH THING: Taking a stand for what you believe in may not make you the most popular. It will probably bring some opposition, but Amy shares why she will continue to create a space for these discussions and important topics. She also shares a listeners email with a great practical tip to help us learn how to shift our perspective.&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>To check out items mentioned in this episode:&nbsp;</p> <p>&lsquo;Be The Change&rsquo; apparel&nbsp;<a href="https://www.theshopforward.com/collections/all">CLICK HERE!</a></p> <p>(Episode 154)</p> <p>Learn more about your ad-choices at <a href="https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com">https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com</a></p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>