Podcast appearances and mentions of Craig Cooper

Walker Hayes used to be an atheist and Craig Cooper was a pastor, and somehow God bonded these men and their families into an unlikely friendship of 20+ years. And as a result, Walker eventually became a follower of Jesus! Receive the book Glad You’re Here and an audio download of "The Life-Changing Power of Faithful Friendships" for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today. Your monthly support helps families thrive. Get More Episode Resources If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Walker Hayes used to be an atheist and Craig Cooper was a pastor, and somehow God bonded these men and their families into an unlikely friendship of 20+ years. And as a result, Walker eventually became a follower of Jesus! Receive the book Glad You’re Here and an audio download of "The Life-Changing Power of Faithful Friendships" for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today. Your monthly support helps families thrive. Get More Episode Resources If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

2025-05-18 : Craig Cooper – Spirit Led Prayer (Part 2)

2025-05-11 : Craig Cooper – Mother's Day – Value & Beauty of Women

2025-05-04 : Craig Cooper – Spirit Led Prayer

2025-04-27 : Craig Cooper – Occupy – Revolution of Purity

2025-04-20 : Craig Cooper – Jesus Rose for a Bride

In this episode of Crosswinds Unleashed, Craig Cooper and Elijah Merrill continue their series by discussing Keith Drury's book Holiness for Ordinary People. God calls all believers to a life of holiness as we become increasingly conformed to the image of Christ. What does that look like for ordinary people? Keith Drury's book answers that question! This week, Pastor Craig Cooper is joined by fellow pastor on staff at Crosswinds, Elijah Merrill, the Technical Arts Director.Visit us online: crosswinds.church

Craig Cooper, former professional athlete and author of Your New Prime, shares the overlooked realities men face as they age. He opens up about reversing his own osteoporosis and why many men fail to prioritize bone health. Craig breaks down why typical fitness routines may actually accelerate aging and offers science-backed alternatives for maintaining strength, metabolic function, and cardiovascular resilience. This episode equips listeners with practical, often ignored insights into how to stay strong, capable, and engaged well beyond midlife.This May 26-31 in Santa Fe, NM, Rebecca Rusch and AGEIST founder David Stewart are hosting what might be the most transformative week of your year. It's what Rebecca calls "adult play summer camp," blending cutting-edge science with genuine joy.Ideal for all fitness levels – whether you're a seasoned athlete or just getting started on your wellness journey.Ready to feel better than you have in years? Your future self is waiting at meawisdom.com/enrollThanks to Our SponsorsBON CHARGE: What if there was a device that combined nature's beneficial frequencies with red, near-infrared, and far-infrared light? BON CHARGE's Infrared PEMF Mat Max is the all-in-one device that can help you recover faster, sleep better, elevate your focus, and achieve ultimate wellness. Use “AGEIST15” at checkout for 15% off your purchase.Timeline Nutrition: Our favorite supplement for cell support and mitochondrial function. Listeners receive 10% off your first order of Mitopure with the code “AGEIST” at TimelineNutrition.com/ageist.Our Place: Our top cookware brand for non-toxic, PFA-free pots and pans. Use code “AGEIST” for 10% off at fromourplace.com.Chapters(00:15) Introduction to Craig Cooper and His Journey(06:42) The Evolution of Health Perspectives in Aging(13:04) Bone Health: Overcoming Osteopenia(17:29) Cardiovascular Health and Longevity(24:48) Nutrition and Dietary Choices for Better Aging(26:57) Understanding Cardiovascular Health Tests(33:04) The Importance of Early Detection in Health(36:12) Cardiovascular Disease: The Leading Cause of Death(40:52) Practical Health Monitoring Tips(42:54) The Role of Personal Responsibility in Health(46:20) Inspiring Stories of Resilience and Health(52:12) Nutritional Strategies for Bone HealthKey Moments“Hormonally, [training] long slow distance just really just sucks your manhood.”“You really can't have a discussion around longevity without focusing on arterial health.”“I've had doctors come out of UCLA to look at what I've been doing… they've never seen this sort of switch that I've been able to execute on my bone health over the course of five years.”Connect With Craig CooperConneqt Health: conneqthealth.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/craigcooper007/Say hi to the AGEIST team!

2025-04-06 : Craig Cooper – Is Holy Spirit in You Lonely?

2025-03-23 : Craig Cooper – Occupy – Keys of Intimacy and Lordship

In this episode of Crosswinds Unleashed, Craig Cooper and Elijah Merrill continue their series by discussing Keith Drury's book Holiness for Ordinary People. God calls all believers to a life of holiness as we become increasingly conformed to the image of Christ. What does that look like for ordinary people? Keith Drury's book answers that question! This week, Pastor Craig Cooper is joined by fellow pastor on staff at Crosswinds, Elijah Merrill, the Technical Arts Director.Visit us online: crosswinds.church

Heart disease has been the number one killer worldwide for decades. Yet, from an industry perspective foundational biometric data like central pressures and arterial pressures have not been available to the general public. That's why Craig Cooper stepped in to disrupt the health industry and provide what may become the most important preventative device to predict genuine mortality risk. Craig Cooper is a serial entrepreneur, venture capitalist, author, and TV host. He co-founded Boost Mobile (USA), served as Managing Director and Head of Venture Capital at Saban Ventures, and was a founding Partner in the Softbank Capital Technology Fund. He is currently the Group CEO and largest shareholder of the listed Australian med-tech company Cardiex (ASX:CDX)Get 20% off your CONNEQT HEALTH comprehensive arterial health assessment with my special discount code STEVESTAVS20.Craig has been a contributing expert on men's health for The Huffington Post and serves on the advisory board of Men's Health magazine in both the USA and Australia. He is the author of the Harper Collins book Your New Prime: 30 Days to Better Sex, Eternal Strength, and a Kick-Ass Life After 40Join us as we explore:Craig's mission to thrive not only every day but in each and every momentWhy Craig believes TRT is the absolute last resort, and how at 62 years of age he maintains optimal testosterone levels with a handful of basic lifestyle maxims.The plan to make ConneqtPulse the first transformative direct to customer product for arterial health and how the data it generates can forewarn critical cardio events by 3 years.The 3 most important things you can do to improve arterial health and stiffness.Contact: Website - https://craigcooper.netWebsite - https://cardiex.com Website - https://conneqthealth.com Instagram - @craigcooperrrr Mentions:Product - ConneqtPULSE, https://cardiex.com/products/conneqt-pulse/Research - CARDIEX, https://cardiex.com/resources/clinical-research-repository/App - My Fitness Pal, https://www.myfitnesspal.comSupport the showFollow Steve's socials: Instagram | LinkedIn | YouTube | Facebook | Twitter | TikTokSupport the show on Patreon:As much as we love doing it, there are costs involved and any contribution will allow us to keep going and keep finding the best guests in the world to share their health expertise with you. I'd be grateful and feel so blessed by your support: https://www.patreon.com/MadeToThriveShowSend me a WhatsApp to +27 64 871 0308. Disclaimer: Please see the link for our disclaimer policy for all of our content: https://madetothrive.co.za/terms-and-conditions-and-privacy-policy/

2025-03-09 : Craig Cooper – Occupy – Earth is Your Destination

2025-03-02 : Craig Cooper – Plan + Prophetic = Purpose

In this episode of Crosswinds Unleashed, Craig Cooper and Elijah Merrill continue their series by discussing Keith Drury's book Holiness for Ordinary People. God calls all believers to a life of holiness as we become increasingly conformed to the image of Christ. What does that look like for ordinary people? Keith Drury's book answers that question! This week, Pastor Craig Cooper is joined by fellow pastor on staff at Crosswinds, Elijah Merrill, the Technical Arts Director.Visit us online: crosswinds.church

2025-02-09 : Craig Cooper – How to Get Close to Father

2025-01-26 : Craig Cooper – 2024 Open Door and 2025 Open Window

In this episode of Crosswinds Unleashed, Craig Cooper and Elijah Merrill continue their series by discussing Keith Drury's book Holiness for Ordinary People. God calls all believers to a life of holiness as we become increasingly conformed to the image of Christ. What does that look like for ordinary people? Keith Drury's book answers that question! This week, Pastor Craig Cooper is joined by fellow pastor on staff at Crosswinds, Elijah Merrill, the Technical Arts Director.Visit us online: crosswinds.church

2025-01-19 : Craig Cooper – Thinking Like a Son – Part 4 (Sons Believe God has a Good Future)

2025-01-12 : Craig Cooper – Thinking Like a Son – Part 3 (Acceptance vs Jealousy)

How can hospitality and kindness be a conduit for life-transforming change? What can happen when we open our hearts and homes to those in need of hope? Craig Cooper was a church planting pastor when his path crossed with a struggling Nashville musician named Walker Hayes. Walker was a self-proclaimed atheist and an alcoholic who lost a record deal and was struggling to make ends meet. Craig and his whole family welcomed Walker and his family into their lives. Loving them well, showing up when they needed a friend, and helping them as needs came up in life. It was through their friendship that God began to soften Walker's heart towards the gospel. He would eventually quit drinking and said yes to Jesus, forever changing his life. After his life changed internally, he also experienced an outward shift as he got a record deal and a hit country song called "Fancy Like." Craig and Walker chronicled their unique and pivotal friendship in their book called Glad You're Here: Two Unlikely Friends Breaking Bread and Fences. In this episode, Davey and Craig discuss the importance of walking with people through the highs and lows, how Scripture can help us in the valley, and why grace through friendship is so significant in a generation facing an epidemic of loneliness. If you've ever wondered how you can be a conduit of God's grace to those right next door, this conversation will encourage you to step outside your comfort zone and open your home and heart to those in your life who need it most.   Website: https://www.craigallencooper.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/craigallencooper/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/craigallencooper Book: Glad You're Here: Two Unlikely Friends Breaking Bread and Fences https://a.co/d/hMjcYl9 Overflowing Mercies: 100 Meditations on the Tender Heart of God https://a.co/d/1AbIu30 Church and Ministry Leaders: Join us for The Healing Leader Roundtable on March 6, 2025 in Indianapolis. Bring your whole team and get equipped with a holistic approach to healing your church — from the leadership to the lay people.: www.nothingiswasted.com/roundtable Are you reeling from the hurt caused by those within the four walls of a church? Our masterclass, When People Fail: Healing From Church Hurt with Natalie Runion, will help you find healing after hurt: nothingiswasted.com/masterclass Join us in meeting people in their pain and providing a pathway through by giving to Nothing is Wasted: www.nothingiswasted.com/donate

2024-12-15 : Craig Cooper – Thinking Like a Son – Part 2

In this episode of Crosswinds Unleashed, Craig Cooper and Elijah Merrill continue their series by discussing Keith Drury's book Holiness for Ordinary People. God calls all believers to a life of holiness as we become increasingly conformed to the image of Christ. What does that look like for ordinary people? Keith Drury's book answers that question! This week, Pastor Craig Cooper is joined by fellow pastor on staff at Crosswinds, Elijah Merrill, the Technical Arts Director.Visit us online: crosswinds.church

2024-12-01 : Craig Cooper – A New Day Is Dawning

2024-11-24 : Craig Cooper – Thinking Like a Son – Part 1

In this episode of Crosswinds Unleashed, Craig Cooper and Elijah Merrill continue their series by discussing Keith Drury's book Holiness for Ordinary People. God calls all believers to a life of holiness as we become increasingly conformed to the image of Christ. What does that look like for ordinary people? Keith Drury's book answers that question! This week, Pastor Craig Cooper is joined by fellow pastor on staff at Crosswinds, Elijah Merrill, the Technical Arts Director.Visit us online: crosswinds.church

2024-11-17 : Craig Cooper – 11-2024 Prophetic Update

In this solo episode of The Greg Bennett Show, I take a look back at the past 12 episodes, featuring inspiring conversations with legendary athletes and experts like Simon Whitfield, Chris McCormack, Craig Cooper, and more. I also dive into a review of Good Energy by Casey Means, a must-read on optimizing metabolic health and vitality. Plus, I answer your fantastic listener questions, covering everything from data-driven health and marathon world records to the future of IRONMAN. I'll also share updates on my new role as VP of Strategic Initiatives at Voloridge Health and the exciting projects we're working on. Join me for an insightful and wide-ranging episode filled with reflections, health tips, and plenty of Q&A!

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2024-10-20 : Craig Cooper – The Power of Fellowship (Part 4)

TAKEAWAYSWe're not meant to stare into the rearview mirror - we're meant to look at what's in front of usMany people live with more awareness of their frailties than the faithfulness of GodConnect with your family every night around the dinner table and each person share about their day and include a great devotionalYour labor is not in vain, your work matters, you are extremely valuable - don't give up

All of us need help to get through life - and sometimes we need that help daily. Thankfully, the Lord is gracious in mercy and overflowing with abundant love. Craig Cooper can relate to this truth and is the author of Overflowing Mercies: 100 Meditations On The Tender Heart of God. He loves to take walks during tough seasons of life and pray, asking for God's grace and strength. He says his hope for everyone reading this book is that we know that God sees our work every day and that He plans to reward us for it someday. Craig is also the brand director for The 5 Love Languages. He shares his story on overcoming depression, leaning into God's love, battling feelings of discouragement, and looking forward, never behind. TAKEAWAYS We're not meant to stare into the rearview mirror - we're meant to look at what's in front of us Many people live with more awareness of their frailties than the faithfulness of God Connect with your family every night around the dinner table and each person share about their day and include a great devotional Your labor is not in vain, your work matters, you are extremely valuable - don't give up

In this episode of Crosswinds Unleashed, Craig Cooper and Elijah Merrill continue their series by discussing Keith Drury's book Holiness for Ordinary People. God calls all believers to a life of holiness as we become increasingly conformed to the image of Christ. What does that look like for ordinary people? Keith Drury's book answers that question! This week, Pastor Craig Cooper is joined by fellow pastor on staff at Crosswinds, Elijah Merrill, the Technical Arts Director.Visit us online: crosswinds.church

In this episode of The Greg Bennett Show, I sit down with Craig Cooper, a serial entrepreneur, venture capitalist, and CEO of CardieX. We dive deep into his approach to health, mental performance, and the importance of "getting to neutral." Craig opens up about his struggles with community, sleep, and balancing the demands of leading a public company. We also explore how CardieX is revolutionizing heart health, just as Boost Mobile did for mobile phones 20 years ago. Explore more about Craig: Craig Cooper - http://craigcooper.net/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/craigcooperrrr/ His Book - https://www.amazon.com/Your-New-Prime-Strength-Kick-Ass/dp/0062353241 His Company - https://cardiex.com/ Cardiex product - https://cardiex.com/products/conneqt-pulse/

In this episode of Crosswinds Unleashed, Craig Cooper and Elijah Merrill continue their series by discussing Keith Drury's book Holiness for Ordinary People. God calls all believers to a life of holiness as we become increasingly conformed to the image of Christ. What does that look like for ordinary people? Keith Drury's book answers that question! This week, Pastor Craig Cooper is joined by fellow pastor on staff at Crosswinds, Elijah Merrill, the Technical Arts Director.Visit us online: crosswinds.church

In this episode of Crosswinds Unleashed, Craig Cooper and Elijah Merrill continue their series by discussing Keith Drury's book Holiness for Ordinary People. God calls all believers to a life of holiness as we become increasingly conformed to the image of Christ. What does that look like for ordinary people? Keith Drury's book answers that question! This week, Pastor Craig Cooper is joined by fellow pastor on staff at Crosswinds, Elijah Merrill, the Technical Arts Director.Visit us online: crosswinds.church

How do you navigate life when the path abruptly changes? Craig's story is a compelling testament to resilience, showcasing how life's unexpected turns can lead to fulfilling new chapters and how he embraced the power of simple acts of love and kindness. Don't miss this inspiring conversation that will encourage you to see God's hand in both the grand and modest moments of life.--Learn more about Craig at https://www.craigallencooper.comJoin Craig, Frank, and so many other wonderful teachers and speakers at this year's Modern Church Leader Conference! Learn more by visiting https://www.mclconference.com--Tithely provides the tools you need to engage with your church online, stay connected, increase generosity, and simplify the lives of your staff.With tools like text and email messaging, custom church apps and websites, church management software, digital giving, and so much more… it's no wonder over 37,000 churches in 50 countries trust Tithely to help run their church. Learn more at https://tithely.com

In this episode of Crosswinds Unleashed, Craig Cooper and Elijah Merrill continue in their series discussing Keith Drury's book Holiness for Ordinary People. God calls all believers to a life of holiness as we become more and more conformed to the image of Christ. What does that look like for ordinary people? Keith Drury's book answers that question! This week, Pastor Craig Cooper is joined by fellow pastor on staff at Crosswinds, Elijah Merrill, the Technical Arts Director.Visit us online: crosswinds.church

In this episode of Crosswinds Unleashed, Craig Cooper and Elijah Merrill kick off a new series by diving into Keith Drury's book Holiness for Ordinary People. God calls all believers to a life of holiness as we become more and more conformed to the image of Christ. What does that look like for ordinary people? Keith Drury's book answers that question! This week, Pastor Craig Cooper is joined by fellow pastor on staff at Crosswinds, Elijah Merrill, the Technical Arts Director.Visit us online: crosswinds.church

Paul Cardall welcomes his friend, USA Today bestselling author, pastor, and keynote speaker Craig Cooper.  ABOUT CRAIGCraig Allen Cooper is a USA Today bestselling author and keynote speaker. He co-wrote the book "Glad You're Here" with Grammy-nominated country singer and songwriter, Walker Hayes. "Glad You're Here" instantly became a Publisher's Weekly, ECPA, and USA Today national bestseller and has been featured on The Today Show, People Magazine, The 700 Club, Jesus Calling, and Family Life Radio, as well as various other news sources, radio and television programs and podcasts, including That Sounds Fun with Annie F. Downs and Dream Big with Bob Goff.  His latest book is called Overflowing Mercies, 100 Mediations on the Tender Heart of God Craig served as one of the founding pastors of Redeeming Grace Church in Franklin, Tennessee and is the founder of Glad You're Here Ministries. He is the subject of the song "Craig" by Walker Hayes, and he resides in the greater Nashville area with his lovely wife, Laura, and their four kids. You can follow Craig on Instagram @craigallencooper and for more information or for speaking inquiries, please visit www.craigallencooper.com/speaking GET CRAIG'S BOOKS - - - - - - - - - KNOW MORE ABOUT OUR HOST VISITOfficial WebsiteFacebookInstagramYoutube LISTEN TO THE MUSIC OF PAUL CARDALLSpotifyApple MusicAmazon Show your support by subscribing to the podcast. Please leave a review.

Craig Cooper’s a gifted story-teller, one of the founding pastors of Redeeming Grace Church in Franklin, TN and co-author of Glad You’re Here, Two Unlikely Friends Breaking Bread and Fences. Glad You’re Here is the story of Craig’s friendship with Grammy nominated country music artist Walker Hayes, who was an atheist when they first met. But Craig’s friendship with Walker created an on ramp for Walker to jump into the ocean of God’s grace! First, in a fit of rage Craig tried to run over his brother with his pick-up truck. Then, why Walker became an atheist. Next, Walker came kicking and screaming to Craig’s church. Then, the moment Walker gave his life over to Jesus. Next, Walker wrote a song about Craig! Then, Craig and Walker and their families have become so close, they’re next door neighbors, and they tore the fence down between their houses! Encourage somebody else by sharing this show! Support the show: https://give.moodyradio.org/fall-share?v=def&appeal=MRWM&_gl=1%2a142i9we%2a_ga%2aNTE4MTE5MmUtY2U1Yy00YmQ3LWU4MmUtNjEwYTQ5YzAyODRj%2a_ga_4WH1937046%2aMTY5NTExODEwMS4yOTkuMC4xNjk1MTE4MTAxLjYwLjAuMA..&_ga=2.197426156.215784306.1695059984-1182841406.166859587See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to Episode 53 of The Just Believe Show, where we unravel powerful stories surrounding self-love, personal growth, and mental health, in today's compelling episode, "When His Soul Cries," we're honored to host the extraordinary Craig Cooper, a renowned author, youth development specialist, and CEO of Uplift Kings, on a mission to destigmatize men's mental health struggles. Join us as Craig courageously shares his transformative journey—from battling depression and suicidal thoughts to discovering hope and purpose in his career. His book, "When His Soul Cries, a Man's Anthology," illuminates men's experiences navigating mental health challenges. In this conversation, we delve into the essence of self-love, celebrating success, and breaking free from societal expectations. Discover the profound significance of personal growth and the impactful connection between emotional well-being and relationships. Together, we address the urgent need for men to prioritize their mental health, offering insights that inspire, educate, and foster self-acceptance. Craig's book, When His Soul Cries, introduces six brave warriors who conquered emotional pain, disappointment, and heartbreaking betrayal. The Fearless Storytellers passionately guide others through romantic relationships and demonstrate that triumph prevails over trauma. Their stories inspire, energize, and empower. Tune in to this enriching episode of The Just Believe Show as we embark on a journey of inspiration and understanding with our incredible guest, Craig Cooper. Subscribe now for a dose of positivity and wisdom that transcends barriers. Together, let's foster a world of acceptance and self-discovery.  #MensMentalHealth  #JustBelieveShow #MentalHealthMatters  #WhenHisSoulCries #UpliftKIngs #BattlesWithin  Stay connected with Craig Cooper: https://linktr.ee/letsupliftkings Buy the "When His Soul Cries" book here: https://www.amazon.com/When-His-Soul-... To learn more about my mission or to inquire about having me at your upcoming event, please visit https://herbiemack.com/ Stay connected and inspired by following me on social media:  https://www.flowcode.com/page/herbiemack Resources for Support  If you or someone you know is struggling, there is help available. Reach out to these organizations for Support:

Special episode Alert!!! Heidi and Toni sit down with Craig Cooper, Founder of the Cooper Foundation, to discuss how and why he and his wife Christine started this nonprofit organization that specializes in supporting children and adults with special needs to reach their full potential. We are very honored to have them as sponsors of our podcast, and we hope that you enjoy learning about their organization. Please join us at their annual fundraiser on October 7, 2023, at the Grindstone Tap House, located in Berea, Ohio. This event runs from 1-4 pm with a pre-fundraiser tailgate that starts at 11 am. A $30 ticket will get you all-you-can-eat food and drinks. For more information on the foundation and fundraiser please visit their website The Cooper Foundation Cleveland (thecoopfoundation.com) For information on Grindstone Tap House, please visit their website Grindstone Home - Grindstone Tap House - American Restaurant in Berea, OH. We look forward to seeing you there. Follow and tag Heidi and Toni Explore Cleveland Podcast on your social media when you any of the places we explore. Heidi and Toni Explore Cleveland is produced by Heidi Johnson and Toni Gambino; assistant director and assistant editor Matthew Gingras Jr., all rights reserved. Please follow us on YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, Twitter, and TikTok, link in bio. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://exploringclevelandwithheidiandtoni.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Email: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠exploringclevelandht@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ The views and opinions expressed in this podcast belong to the content creators and not the business, organization, affiliates, or their employees. This podcast is for entertainment purposes only. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/heidi-johnson39/support

Today we will be talking about “unlikely friendships and how God works in our everyday lives to show the love of Christ to others.” Our guest today, Craig Cooper is co-author of the book, “Glad You're Here: Two Unlikely Friends Breaking Bread and Fences.” This book was written with his close friend and neighbor, singer/songwriter, Walker Hayes. Craig will be chatting with us today about one of the greatest gifts God can give, and that is the gift of friendship. More specifically, we will be hearing about the friendship between Craig and Walker, which is a friendship that seemed very unlikely to happen, and how it transpired into two friends that are as close as brothers.Coffee and Bible Time Prayer Journal - https://www.coffeeandbibletime.com/product-page/prayer-journalCoffee and Bible Time Prayer Binder - https://www.coffeeandbibletime.com/product-page/prayer-binderCoffee and Bible Time Church Group Promo - https://www.coffeeandbibletime.com/coursesBook: Glad You're Here - https://amzn.to/3VoznFWIG: @craigallencooper - https://coffeeandbibletime.hopp.to/instagram9Website: https://www.walkerandcraig.com/Bible: ESV Version - https://amzn.to/3D3MeX7Journal: https://amzn.to/3g42UojBible Commentary: https://amzn.to/3g6KSBPApp: Reading Plan App - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/readingplan/id336984707

Today we will be talking about “unlikely friendships and how God works in our everyday lives to show the love of Christ to others.” Our guest today, Craig Cooper is co-author of the book, “Glad You're Here: Two Unlikely Friends Breaking Bread and Fences.” This book was written with his close friend and neighbor, singer/songwriter, Walker Hayes. Craig will be chatting with us today about one of the greatest gifts God can give, and that is the gift of friendship. More specifically, we will be hearing about the friendship between Craig and Walker, which is a friendship that seemed very unlikely to happen, and how it transpired into two friends that are as close as brothers.Coffee and Bible Time Prayer Journal Coffee and Bible Time Prayer Binder Coffee and Bible Time Church Group PromoBook: Glad You're Here IG: @craigallencooper Craig's WebsiteCraig's Bible: ESV Version JournalBible CommentaryApp: Reading Plan App Support the show

After our conversation with Walker Hayes and Craig Cooper, co-authors of Glad You're Here, back in May, SO many of asked to have Walker's wife, Laney, on the pod! We sat down and talked about her and Walker's story, the journey of being married to an unbeliever, and so many other good conversations about faith, family, life, and friendship. . . . . It's not too late to be a Chase the Funner! Sign up HERE as we read through Chase the Fun together. . . . . Sign up to receive the AFD Week In Review email and ask questions to future guests! #thatsoundsfunpodcast . . . . . Thank you to our partners! Jinjer: Get 20% OFF your first purchase by visiting jinjer.US/THATSOUNDSFUN Prose: Take your FREE in-depth hair quiz and get 15% off your first order today! Go to https://prose.com/thatsoundsfun. Chime: Continue your credit journey with Chime. Sign up takes only two minutes and doesn't affect your credit score. Get started at chime.com/thatsoundsfun. Athletic Greens: Athletic Greens is going to give you a FREE 1 year supply of immune-supporting Vitamin D AND 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase. All you have to do is visit athleticgreens.com/soundsfun. Indeed: Start hiring NOW with a $75 sponsored job credit to upgrade your job post at Indeed.com/SOUNDSFUN. Offer good for a limited time.

Walker Hayes is a Grammy nominated singer/songwriter originally from Mobile, Alabama, signed to Monument Records. Throughout his career, he has released multi-Platinum singles "Fancy Like" and "You Broke Up With Me," performed on national television with Good Morning America, Late Night with Seth Meyers, The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, and The TODAY Show, and has been written about in the LA Times, Esquire, Billboard and Rolling Stone. His single "Craig" -- a song about a neighbor who reached out to Hayes in a time of need -- was nominated for Song of the Year at the 2018 AIMP Nashville Awards and prompted Hayes to start the Be a Craig Fund to help other families during their own times of need. A new version of the track featuring MercyMe is on Hayes' forthcoming album Country Stuff the Album. The song inspired this book. Craig Cooper is a gifted storyteller and Bible teacher. For over twenty years, he has spoken at numerous churches, men's retreats, college campuses, and various gatherings. He has traveled across North America, South America, Europe, Africa, and Asia with a desire to see and serve the world. An encourager at heart, Craig's passion is to help people perceive the gifts of God in their lives and deploy them for Jesus' glory. Having served as one of the founding pastors of Redeeming Grace Church in Franklin, Tennessee, Craig now resides in the greater Nashville area with his amazing wife, Laura, and their four kids as next-door neighbors to the Hayes family. You can follow Craig on Instagram @craigallencooper and for more information or for speaking inquiries, please visit craigallencooper.com. Visit to purchase their new book. Check out Bob's new book ‘Undistracted' here

This story? Y'all. You aren't ready. Country music star Walker Hayes joins us to share his faith story and friendship story with neighbor and best friend Craig Cooper. Their new book, Glad You're Here, is such a cool read of how faithful friendship can lead to faith-filled lives. Y'all are gonna love hearing this... and sorry I cried. ALWAYS ANNIE. :) . . . . Sign up to receive the AFD Week In Review email and ask questions to future guests! #thatsoundsfunpodcast Thank you to our partners! Epic Will: Go to epicwill.com and use promo code FUN for 10% off! KiwiCo: Get 30% off your first month plus FREE shipping on ANY crate line with code THATSOUNDSFUN at kiwico.com Family Camp: For more information or to find tickets to a theater near you, visit familycampmovie.com Brooklinen: Go to Brooklinen.com and use promo code THATSOUNDSFUN to get $20 off your purchase of $100 or more. EveryPlate: Get started with EveryPlate for just $1.79 per meal by going to EveryPlate.com and entering code THATSOUNDSFUN179

Have you ever wondered “Can God handle my mess?” If your answer is yes, or you know someone whose answer is yes, you're in for a treat today. My guests for this episode are Walker Hayes and Craig Cooper. Walker Hayes is a pop-country singer who went viral for his song “Fancy-like” which has a fun little dance to it! Craig Cooper is a gifted storyteller and Bible teacher. In today's episode, we get a glimpse into the beautiful story of Walker and Craig's friendship, more of which is shared in their upcoming book “Glad You're Here”.Walker met Craig during an unlikely time in his life, and the two jumped right into doing life with one another, which eventually led to Walker having a renewed relationship with Christ. They share how real friendship gives us permission to be weak, and what a treasure it is to show up as our full selves, not our best selves. This story is going to point so many people to Jesus, and I know you will leave encouraged by our conversation today.Connect with JamieFacebook // Twitter // Instagram // YouTubeGET ALL THE LINKS FROM THE SHOW HERE