Bob DeMoss (Tim's older and wiser brother :)) with Focus on the Family joins the show regarding Focus' partnership with Freedom 250 (the national, nonpartisan organization helping lead the celebration of America's 250th birthday).

Focus on the Family is making available 16 classic episodes of its "Adventures in Odyssey" radio program which depict American ideals. They can be accessed for free throughout 2026 at www.family250.com.

DeMoss, who founded Focus' "Plugged In" department, is a 5x NY Times bestselling author and has written over 60 books including The Devil in Pew #7 (with Rebecca Alonzo, who has been a guest on the TDS), with Phil Robertson of Duck Dynasty, Fighting For Dear Life: The Terry Schiavo Story (with David GIbbs), and Finding Home: An Imperfect Path to Faith and Family (Jim Daly's biography).

Sports: Don Mattingly (Philadelphia Phillies manager)
Music: Hymn For Communion / MICHAEL W. SMITH