#536:

Living in the Gray (Part 2)

Original Airdate: January 31, 2004 Scripture Reference: Luke 15:23-24 Theme: Unconditional Love Categories: Barclay Family Episodes Writer: Marshal Younger Director: Marshal Younger Producer: Allen Hurley Sound Designer: Allen Hurley Characters: Felicia, Jimmy Barclay, George Rand McNale Barclay, Mr. Gardner, Connie Kendall Jimmy has to make a choice. But it's between betraying his father or being out of a job. But the problem may be bigger than a news story. Will Connie set Jimmy straight? Has Jimmy forgotten all that he once believed in? Included in Collection: #42: No Way Out

#537:

My Girl Hallie

Original Airdate: February 7, 2004 Scripture Reference: Habakkuk 2:19 Theme: The Value of People Categories: Twilife Zone Episodes Writers: Nathan Hoobler, Bob Hoose Director: Bob Hoose Producer: Allen Hurley Sound Designer: Glenn Montjoy Characters: Hallie, Mary (Joey's Friend), Zach, Joey Patrick, Mrs. Patrick, John Avery Whittaker (Whit) You'll enter a different place where computers will learn from you. It's a land of shadows, substance - and a lot of weirdness! You've just crossed over into the Twilife Zone! Included in Collection: #41: In Hot Pursuit

#538:

Stubborn Streaks

Original Airdate: February 14, 2004 Scripture Reference: Ephesians 14:15 Theme: Admitting When You're Wrong Writer: Nathan Hoobler Director: John Fornof Producer: Johnathon Crowe Sound Designer: Johnathon Crowe Characters: Jack Wilbur Allen, Jared DeWhite, Liz Horton, Bart Rathbone, Tom Riley, Mandy Straussberg, Bernard Walton What's the worst thing you could possibly tell janitor Bernard Walton? In the words of Tom Riley: "We won't be requiring your services anymore - Mr. Walton." It's not so much the change of clientele that worries Bernard it's the attack on the quality of his work! It's not going to be pretty! Included in Collection: #42: No Way Out

#539:

Called on in Class

Original Airdate: February 21, 2004 Scripture Reference: John 16:33 Theme: Fear Writer: Bob Hoose Director: Bob Hoose Producer: Todd Busteed Sound Designer: Todd Busteed Characters: Sam, Trent DeWhite, Brenda Frazier, Gladys Jenkins, Principal Johnson, Abel McAliser, Mrs. Nietchew, Miss Slatterly, Harry Turner, Mary Lou Vartuchia, Marvin Washington There's nothing that scary at school, right? You wouldn't know it if you spoke with Trent DeWhite. He thinks that when his name comes up - he's toast! Will Trent survive? Included in Collections: #42: No Way Out, Life Lessons: Compassion (Volume 3), AIO Platinum Collection

#540:

The Girl in the Sink

Original Airdate: February 28, 2004 Scripture Reference: Mark 10:43-45 Theme: Being Used By God Categories: Stories From Bernard Writer: Bob Hoose Director: Bob Hoose Producer: Bob Luttrell Sound Designer: Bob Luttrell Characters: Deslie, Ezekiel, Hildy, Percy, Sheriff Jimmy Long, Alice Pearson, Truman Pearson, Bernard Walton, Bernard Walton (Young), Tamika Washington It's time for another story from Bernard - ABOUT Bernard. It's a story about Bernard's childhood - and it's NOT about washing windows. It's a story about friendship and a missing person. Included in Collection: #42: No Way Out

#541:

Bernard and Saul

Original Airdate: March 6, 2004 Scripture Reference: 1 Samuel 9-11, 1 Samuel 14-18, 1 Samuel 24, Proverbs 14:30 Theme: Jealousy Categories: Biblical Episodes , Stories From Bernard Writer: Nathan Hoobler Director: Bob Hoose Producer: Allen Hurley Sound Designer: Allen Hurley Characters: Abner (Commander of Saul's Army), Nahash, Samuel (Prophet), King David, Trent DeWhite, King Saul, Bernard Walton Ever heard of Saul from 1 Samuel? It all started in the days of judges. Saul mostly kept to himself, never really getting the fame he so richly deserved. But, he was made for great things! Included in Collections: #42: No Way Out, Bible Eyewitness: Collector's Edition

#542:

Eggshells

Original Airdate: April 24, 2004 Scripture Reference: Isaiah 43:4 Theme: Friendship Writer: Marshal Younger Director: Marshal Younger Producer: Bob Luttrell Sound Designer: Bob Luttrell Characters: Jared DeWhite, Trent DeWhite, Connie Kendall, June Kendall, John Avery Whittaker (Whit) Are you watching your p's and q's? It appears that everyone is being EXTRA careful. "Keeping a low profile," "making yourself scarce" and "not making a scene" are some of the other phrases that come to mind. What's that crunchy sound? They're walking on eggshells! Included in Collection: #42: No Way Out

#543:

Nothing But the Half Truth

Original Airdate: May 1, 2004 Scripture Reference: Proverbs 19:9 Theme: Honesty Writer: Torry Martin Director: Bob Hoose Producer: Johnathon Crowe Sound Designer: Johnathon Crowe Characters: Helen, Wellington Basset, Wooton Z. Basset, Trent DeWhite, Fox Fletcher, Marvin Washington, John Avery Whittaker (Whit) Wellington asks his twin brother Wooton for a very big favor. Twins can be at two meetings at once as long as both parties are willing. But ... Wooton's not exactly prepared. Will Wooton go along with his secret identity? Included in Collection: #42: No Way Out

#544:

Split Ends

Original Airdate: May 8, 2004 Scripture Reference: Genesis 33 Theme: Forgiveness / Reconciliation Writers: Kathy Wierenga-Buchanan, Marshal Younger Director: Bob Hoose Producer: Bob Luttrell Sound Designer: Bob Luttrell Characters: Genevieve, Kristyn, Ollie, Jared DeWhite, Liz Horton, Connie Kendall, Mandy Straussberg You could be a model! Yes, YOU! You're going to be - a star! But you'd have to compete with your best friend. Included in Collection: #42: No Way Out

#545:

Something's Got To Change

Original Airdate: May 15, 2004 Scripture Reference: 1 Corinthians 10:24 Theme: Sacrifice Categories: Washington Family Episodes Writer: Bob Hoose Director: Bob Hoose Producer: Allen Hurley Sound Designer: Allen Hurley Characters: Joel, Ed Washington, Elaine Washington, Marvin Washington, Tamika Washington, Xavier Washington, John Avery Whittaker (Whit) Tamika and Marvin's parents have a secret. The kids each have their own theories. Is it an all expense paid family trip? Or is it something that no one wants to talk about? That's the theories - perhaps ... they're both wrong. What's happening with the Washingtons? Included in Collection: #42: No Way Out

#546:

No Way Out

Original Airdate: May 22, 2004 Scripture Reference: 1 John 4:18 Theme: Fear Categories: Mystery Episodes , Washington Family Episodes Writer: John Fornof Director: John Fornof Producer: Allen Hurley Sound Designer: Allen Hurley Characters: Lester, Mac, David Dockhart, Connie Kendall, Ed Washington, Marvin Washington, Tamika Washington, Jason Whittaker (Agent 1131), John Avery Whittaker (Whit) Whit finds himself in danger. He's trapped in a strange room, no doors or windows ... And he's not alone. Will Whit escape? Included in Collections: #42: No Way Out, A Maze of Mysteries Travel Visor Pack, No Way In / No Way Out

#547:

No Way In

Original Airdate: May 29, 2004 Scripture Reference: 1 John 4:18 Theme: Fear Categories: Mystery Episodes , Washington Family Episodes Writer: John Fornof Director: John Fornof Producer: Glenn Montjoy Sound Designer: Glenn Montjoy Characters: Lester, Mac, Officer Stew Burke, David Dockhart, Connie Kendall, Leon Wankel, Ed Washington, Marvin Washington, Tamika Washington, Jason Whittaker (Agent 1131), John Avery Whittaker (Whit) Whit is trapped in a windowless room with a troubled man named Lester. And Whit is fading fast. Meanwhile, Jason continues the search for his dad. Will they find Whit in time? Included in Collections: #42: No Way Out, A Maze of Mysteries Travel Visor Pack, No Way In / No Way Out

#548:

Sounds Like a Mystery

Original Airdate: October 2, 2004 Scripture Reference: Proverbs 12:24 Theme: Trust Categories: Mystery Episodes Writer: John Fornof Director: Bob Hoose Producer: Rob Jorgensen Sound Designer: Rob Jorgensen Characters: Sergeant Beverly Collins, Lieutenant Jenkins, Nick Mulligan, Captain Richard Quinn (Chief), Rodney P. Rathbone, Link Wainright, John Avery Whittaker (Whit) A code blue, a lockdown and something is missing! It's a very tall woman who was standing in New York Harbor. The Statue of Liberty has been stolen! Now that's a mystery! Included in Collections: #43: Along For the Ride, Life Lessons: Honesty (Volume 7), A Maze of Mysteries Travel Visor Pack, Sounds Like a Mystery

#549:

Think on These Things

Original Airdate: October 9, 2004 Scripture Reference: 2 Corinthians 10:5 Theme: Purity Categories: Room of Consequence Episodes Writer: Nathan Hoobler Director: Bob Hoose Producer: Allen Hurley Sound Designer: Allen Hurley Characters: Trent DeWhite, Dr. Hawthorne, Marvin Washington, John Avery Whittaker (Whit) It's an interesting trip. And you may agree "I don't think we're at Whit's End anymore!" Welcome aboard Captain Whittaker. Who is this Captain Whittaker? And what kind of danger is the crew in? Included in Collection: #43: Along For the Ride

#550:

Fairy Tal-e-vision

Original Airdate: October 16, 2004 Scripture Reference: Galatians 6:7-8 Theme: Sin Categories: KYDS Radio Episodes Writer: John Fornof Director: John Fornof Producer: Bob Luttrell Sound Designer: Bob Luttrell Characters: Edna, Gretel, Hansel, Jill (Jack & Jill), Peter, Boy Blue, Tom Brokejaw, Patty Cake, Mary Contrary, Little Doc, Little Red Riding Hood, Connie Kendall, Chicken Licken, Miss Muffett, Mr. Muffett, Jack Nimble, Mr. Old-Man, Bo Peep, Rock Phillips, George Porgey, Jason Whittaker (Agent 1131) Once upon a time in the land of Odyssey an odd thing happened. What would television be like in Fairy tale Land? I can think of an alert system: like The Fairy Tale Emergency Management Agency has issued a Big Bad Wolf Warning for the entire area. Is it a tale come true or a reality-fantasy show? Included in Collection: #43: Along For the Ride

#551:

Stars in Our Eyes

Original Airdate: October 23, 2004 Scripture Reference: 1 Samuel 16:7 Theme: Heroes Writers: Nathan Hoobler, Kathy Wierenga-Buchanan, Marshal Younger Director: Marshal Younger Producer: Glenn Montjoy Sound Designer: Glenn Montjoy Characters: Wooton Z. Basset, Davey Holcomb, Connie Kendall, Bart Rathbone, Tom Riley, Sydney Sellica, Tamika Washington, John Avery Whittaker (Whit) A TV commercial about Whit's End! This is so exciting! Remember there are no bad ideas in a brainstorm! "Whit's End - you'll never find a place where the unexpected is so - expected." Included in Collections: #43: Along For the Ride, Encore Collection, AIO Sampler: Platinum Picks

#552:

Sunday Morning Scramble

Original Airdate: October 30, 2004 Scripture Reference: Luke 10 Theme: Worship Categories: Washington Family Episodes Writers: Kathy Wierenga-Buchanan, Marshal Younger Director: Marshal Younger Producer: Nathan Jones Sound Designer: Nathan Jones Characters: Bart Rathbone, Tom Riley, Ed Washington, Elaine Washington, Marvin Washington, Tamika Washington All over America, scenes like this are being repeated in, oh, so many households. Okay, let's go! Time to get up! Gotta get ready for church! The Sunday morning fire drill is a thriller waiting to happen. Will they make it for the first hymn? Included in Collections: #43: Along For the Ride, AIO Platinum Collection

#553:

Potential Possibilities

Original Airdate: November 6, 2004 Scripture Reference: 1 Timothy 4:14 Theme: Living up to Your Potential Writers: Nathan Hoobler, Kathy Wierenga-Buchanan, Marshal Younger Director: Marshal Younger Producer: Glenn Montjoy Sound Designer: Glenn Montjoy Characters: Aaron (Member of Gifted Class), Trent DeWhite, Ashley Jenkins, Mrs. Nietchew, Tom Riley, Aubrey Shepard, Marvin Washington Will academic achievements get "dumbed-down?" Imagine studying, testing and competing to get into the gifted class only to bail out! That's a plan for a well-meaning scholar in Odyssey. Has peer pressure sabotaged the dream? Included in Collection: #43: Along For the Ride

#554:

Call Me If You Care

Original Airdate: November 13, 2004 Scripture Reference: Matthew 18:21-22 Theme: Forgiveness Writer: Nathan Hoobler Director: Nathan Hoobler Producer: Rob Jorgensen Sound Designer: Rob Jorgensen Characters: Jack Wilbur Allen, Cindy Bancroft, William Crestone, Connie Kendall, John Avery Whittaker (Whit) It's another mysterious drama. There's a message - on Connie's voice mail. It's a wrong number and someone is in trouble. Can Connie and Whit help? Included in Collection: #43: Along For the Ride

#555:

True Calling

Original Airdate: November 20, 2004 Scripture Reference: Numbers 14 Theme: Fear Writer: Bob Hoose Director: Bob Hoose Producer: Allen Hurley Sound Designer: Allen Hurley Characters: Mr. Douglas, Irving Greenfarb, Liz Horton, Solly Mendelson, Mandy Straussberg, John Avery Whittaker (Whit) Two entertainers, huffing, puffing and reliving their show-business past. The veteran vaudevillians hook up with a rookie writer named Mandy. It's about perseverance, gifts and God's plan! Included in Collection: #43: Along For the Ride

#556:

And That's the Truth

Original Airdate: December 4, 2004 Scripture Reference: Ephesians 4:15 Theme: Speaking the Truth in Love Writer: Nathan Hoobler Director: Nathan Hoobler Producer: Glenn Montjoy Sound Designer: Glenn Montjoy Characters: Annie, PJ, Jack Wilbur Allen, Elaine Washington, Marvin Washington, Tamika Washington, John Avery Whittaker (Whit), Joanne Judith Woodston-Allen Jack and Whit talk about hiring some help at Jack's shop. So Jack does. Everyone's excited about the new hire - that is, until something goes wrong! It's like a reality show when Jack has to say the words, "You're fired!" It's a tough job - but somebody has to do it and it's Jack's turn! Included in Collection: #43: Along For the Ride

#557:

A Lamb's Tale

Original Airdate: December 11, 2004 Scripture Reference: John 1:29 Theme: Sacrifice Categories: Christmas Episodes Writer: Marshal Younger Director: Marshal Younger Producer: Rob Jorgensen Sound Designer: Rob Jorgensen Characters: Mr. Cruz, Liz Horton, Mark Horton, Grady McKay, Samantha McKay, Mike Mulligan, Nick Mulligan, Rodney P. Rathbone, Tamika Washington, John Avery Whittaker (Whit) A pet lamb ... and Tamika is giving it away. Tamika just wants her pet lamb, Cotton, to make somebody happy. But is this an ordinary lamb? There seems to be a lot of interest from unlikely people. What's up with the lamb? Included in Collections: #43: Along For the Ride, Christmas Classics, A Christmas Sampler