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America's favorite radio show for Hope and Inspiration is now available as a weekly 25-30 minute Podcast. On each episode, Host John Ritter, shares stories from callers all across the country. Each caller has overcome all different types of adversity with the power of Prayer and Hope that is bound to inspire. In addition, John interviews todays biggest Country stars who share parts of their life that you may have never heard before. Get your weekly dose of Inspiration on the Rise Up Country Podcast!

Luke Bledsoe has a wicked fastball. But he shouldn’t be pitching, or even playing ball—especially not left-handed. That’s the side of the devil, says his pa‚ a fundamentalist preacher. But Luke’s new-found friends and left-handed uncle say he’s blessed with God-given talent. Luke doesn’t know who to believe anymore. All his life, this young teen’s been trying to please his pa. Now it’s time to sort out what he wants for himself.

Thirteen-year-old Tyler loves spending the summer in New York with his cousin. Each day, they play baseball in a Central Park league. Tyler is a sharp hitter, so he hopes to become an All-Star. But he has a temper that is quicker than his swing. If he can't control it, he will lose his place on the team. There's trouble off the diamond, too. An awful accident has turned Tyler's dad into a distracted stranger. People tell Tyler that time will heal his father's wounds, but what about the hurt Tyler feels?