Strange Encounters with Rick Burgess

How do you raise Christian kids who have dreams that seem beyond their reach? Shelia Erwin has two sons named Jon and Andy Erwin whose films have grossed more than $100M worldwide. By asking God for guidance, Shelia found how to cultivate her children’s gifts and help them find their purpose and reach their dreams ― no matter how impossible they seem. When we give Christ unlimited control of our parenting, we learn that Jesus is a better parent to our children than we can ever hope to be. Find Shelia's new book, "Raising Up Dreamers," in stores now, and don't miss this episode of Rick & Bubba University.Sponsors:Tommy John is here to keep you comfortable. Treat yourself and upgrade to a few pairs of Tommy John underwear in the softest, most breathable fabrics you’ve ever worn. Tommy John obsesses over every little detail and stitch by using proprietary fabrics that perform like nothing you have ever worn before. All of Tommy John’s loungewear and leggings are built for next-level comfort. Whether you’re in the hunt for lounge pants, sleep shorts or lazing-around joggers, Tommy John has you covered. Tommy John is so confident in their underwear that if you don’t love your first pair, you can get a full refund with their Best Pair You’ll Ever Wear Or It’s Free Guarantee. Tommy John, no adjustment needed. Hurry to save 15% on your first order at TommyJohn.com/RickBubba! ExpressVPN: The VPN that just works. Enjoy unrestricted access worldwide. ExpressVPN defeats content restrictions and censorship to deliver unlimited access to video, music, social media, and more, from anywhere in the world. Stop letting big tech and big government censor and track you. Defend your rights and protect yourself at https:ExpressVPN.com/RickBubba and get an extra three months of ExpressVPN for free! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In 2012, the lives of Paige and Josh Wetzel were changed forever when Josh stepped on an improvised explosive device while on deployment in Afghanistan. From the moment it happened, Josh was aware of it all and never blacked out from the pain. In an instant, he became a double amputee, and after Paige received a phone call telling her the news, they knew their life would be different. They were broken. This is when God showed up. Josh's recovery as an amputee and their recovery as a couple became a platform for God to do wonderful things. They found beauty in their brokenness and purpose in their pain. Don't miss this powerful and uplifting episode of Rick & Bubba University.Sponsor:Gabi takes the pain out of shopping for insurance by giving you an apples-to-apples comparison of your current coverage with 40 of the top insurance providers like: Progressive, Nationwide and Travelers. · Just link your current insurance account and in about two minutes you’ll be able to see quotes for the exact same coverage you currently have. Gabi customers save eight hundred twenty-five dollars per year on average. It’s totally free to check your rate and there’s no obligation. Take two minutes to see how much you can save on your car and homeowners insurance. Go to http://gabi.com/bubba Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

During a service at McLean Bible Church where he serves as pastor, David Platt got a phone call telling him that President Trump was on his way with a request that the church pray for him. Minutes later, the president was standing on stage and David was praying for the leader of the free world. The aftermath of that day showed David that even the church is not immune to today’s toxic political climate. As Christians, what is our response to a worldly government? David Platt's latest book, "Before You Vote: Seven Questions Every Christian Should Ask," takes on the subject that seems to be dividing the entire country, Christians included. Don't miss this timely and Bible-based episode of Rick & Bubba University. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Even while growing up as a pastor's kid, Grammy-nominated artist Rhett Walker wasn't always living for God. But when Rhett found himself at the age of 17 with a pregnant girlfriend, it was obvious he had to make a change. He had to go from just knowing about God, to actually knowing God. This is an amazing story of redemption, responsibility and revival. In 2012, Rhett's breakout song "When Mercy Found Me" climbed up the Billboard charts and was nominated for a Grammy Award. Catch Rhett Walker's new album "Believer" and don't miss this episode of Rick & Bubba University.Sponsor:Gabi takes the pain out of shopping for insurance by giving you an apples-to-apples comparison of your current coverage with 40 of the top insurance providers like: Progressive, Nationwide and Travelers. · Just link your current insurance account and in about two minutes you’ll be able to see quotes for the exact same coverage you currently have. Gabi customers save eight hundred twenty-five dollars per year on average. It’s totally free to check your rate and there’s no obligation. Take two minutes to see how much you can save on your car and homeowners insurance. Go to http://gabi.com/bubba Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Robby Gallaty is an author and pastor at Long Hollow Baptist Church. Robby wasn’t always a pastor, though. For three years, Robby battled a drug addiction that ravaged his life. A $180-a-day heroin and cocaine addiction drove him to steal $15,000 from his parents. After living without gas, electricity, and water for months, losing eight of his friends to drug-related deaths, watching six friends get arrested, and completing two rehab treatments, Robby remembered the gospel that was shared with him by a friend in college and was radically saved. Today, Robby’s gospel conviction and evangelistic zeal drive him to passionately “make disciples who make disciples.”Sponsor:Gabi takes the pain out of shopping for insurance by giving you an apples-to-apples comparison of your current coverage with 40 of the top insurance providers like: Progressive, Nationwide and Travelers. · Just link your current insurance account and in about two minutes you’ll be able to see quotes for the exact same coverage you currently have. Gabi customers save eight hundred twenty-five dollars per year on average. It’s totally free to check your rate and there’s no obligation. Take two minutes to see how much you can save on your car and homeowners insurance. Go to http://gabi.com/bubba Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When she posted a video of a biscuit recipe on Facebook for her church friends to see, Brenda Gantt didn't know that her life would change forever. Now millions of views later, she is helping show a new generation the old ways of doing things. Brenda shares her must-have kitchen essentials, the importance of gathering the family around the table, and how she manages time for her grandchildren while being an online viral sensation. You'll understand why Brenda says Jesus and biscuits are good for the soul in this Southern-fried episode of Rick & Bubba University.Sponsors:ExpressVPN: The VPN that just works. Enjoy unrestricted access worldwide. ExpressVPN defeats content restrictions and censorship to deliver unlimited access to video, music, social media, and more, from anywhere in the world. If you visit https:ExpressVPN.com/RickBubba you can get an extra three months of ExpressVPN for free!CarShield: Get your vehicle covered by the ultimate in vehicle service protection before it's too late. CarShield has affordable protection plans that can save you thousands on a covered repair, including computers, GPS, electronics, and more. With CarShield, you’re behind the wheel of your plan. CarShield has customizable monthly plans with rates as low as $99 a month! CarShield has helped over one million customers! So, drive with confidence knowing you got coverage from America’s number one auto protection provider. Get covered by CarShield today. Call 800-CAR-6000 and mention code RICKBUBBA or visit http://carshield.com with code RICKBUBBA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As the media moves farther to the Left, working to indoctrinate the masses, conservative audiences have chosen to take the power back. Nowhere has that been more evident than with the series "The Chosen," which is the most successful crowdfunded media project in history. Actor Jonathan Roumie portrays Jesus in the incredibly popular series, which has garnered over 50 million viewers from around the world. Roumie talks to Rick & Bubba about the upcoming second season, letting go of his ego and letting God take control, and even his work on his Southern accent. Watch "The Chosen" season one, and don't miss this episode of Rick & Bubba University.Sponsor:Gabi takes the pain out of shopping for insurance by giving you an apples-to-apples comparison of your current coverage with 40 of the top insurance providers like: Progressive, Nationwide and Travelers. · Just link your current insurance account and in about two minutes you’ll be able to see quotes for the exact same coverage you currently have. Gabi customers save eight hundred twenty-five dollars per year on average. It’s totally free to check your rate and there’s no obligation. Take two minutes to see how much you can save on your car and homeowners insurance. Go to http://gabi.com/bubba Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

During Easter, Pastor Brian Gibson planned a drive-through, socially distanced Easter basket handout for the children in his church. He took the necessary precautions to stop any chance of spreading COVID-19. Pastor Brian then received a call from the health department telling him to cancel the event or the health department would come and shut it down for him. Brian looked across the street from his church and saw a liquor store serving drive-through customers. He saw fast-food restaurants serving French fries. Yet his church was being targeted and shut down. Casinos can operate at 50% occupancy, but churches are limited to 50 people. Our First Amendment rights are being violated across the country. Don't miss this episode of Rick & Bubba University with Pastor Brian Gibson, who founded PeaceablyGather.com and declared there will be no compromise with allowing government officials to close places of worship or dictate what churches can or can’t do. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Take a break from the shutdown, the election, cancel culture, and politics with comedian Jon Reep. He is known as the "That Thing Got a Hemi?" Guy, but there is much more to this Comedy Central Stand-Up, MADtv alum, and Last Comic Standing winner. He's a little bit metro and a little bit Jethro. So have a blast with Jon Reep and Rick & Bubba as they talk about glamping, aging, keeping life simple, and getting back to normal.Sponsors:ExpressVPN: The VPN that just works. Enjoy unrestricted access worldwide. ExpressVPN defeats content restrictions and censorship to deliver unlimited access to video, music, social media, and more, from anywhere in the world. If you visit https:ExpressVPN.com/RickBubba you can get an extra three months of ExpressVPN for free!Tommy John is here to keep you comfortable. Treat yourself and upgrade to a few pairs of Tommy John underwear in the softest, most breathable fabrics you’ve ever worn. Tommy John obsesses over every little detail and stitch by using proprietary fabrics that perform like nothing you have ever worn before. All of Tommy John’s loungewear and leggings are built for next-level comfort. Whether you’re in the hunt for lounge pants, sleep shorts or lazing-around joggers, Tommy John has you covered. Tommy John is so confident in their underwear that if you don’t love your first pair, you can get a full refund with their Best Pair You’ll Ever Wear Or It’s Free Guarantee. Tommy John, no adjustment needed. Hurry to TommyJohn.com/RickBubba for 25% off orders! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Eric Metaxas knows that America is at a tipping point. We are at a crossroads between governing ourselves and being ruled by tyrants. The best-selling author of "If You Can Keep It: The Forgotten Promise of American Liberty" joins Rick & Bubba to take a look at America's painful situation: Freedom of speech is being dismantled by cancel culture; the economy is being destroyed so that the "woke" mob can take over; and the church used to be the solution, but now it is viewed as the problem. America was once a shining city on a hill, and it still can be ... if we can keep it. Don't miss this episode of Rick & Bubba University with the host of the Eric Metaxas Show.Sponsor:ExpressVPN: The VPN that just works. Enjoy unrestricted access worldwide. ExpressVPN defeats content restrictions and censorship to deliver unlimited access to video, music, social media, and more, from anywhere in the world. If you visit https:ExpressVPN.com/RickBubba you can get an extra three months of ExpressVPN for free! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices