Many times in our Power of Prayer series we focus on life and death issues. Stories of what most folks would consider "signficant" in a person's life. Tonight a more "simple" story. KLTV 7's Clint Yeatts talks with a pastor and his wife who again were reminded about the Power of Prayer. More >>
Its not unusual to hear someone use the old saying "step out on faith." What is unusual is to see the old cliche put into action. In tonight's Power of Prayer KLTV 7's Clint Yeatts has the story of couple that not only stepped out on faith, but sold everything and moved to East Texas in the biggest step of faith in their lives. More >>
Since the start of this school school a very special group of young people have been working to produce a play based on a story by Max Lucado. The story is called "You Are Special" and the actors in this play are perfect for the part. More >>
This week a small church on Tyler's east side dedicated a new building for its ministires. For 17 years St. Paul and its Children Foundation has operated a clothes closet, food pantry and medical clinic. It's a the ministry that got its start from a the response to a changing neighborhood.
There have been great strides made over the years in the fight against breast cancer. But despite the increased hope when a woman hears those words, breast cancer, it can be devestating. One woman found her hope, encouragement and the will to live through the Power of Prayer. More >>
Chances are if you visit a church in East Texas you'll hear a song written by Grand Saline native Chris Tomlin. His music has help develop a style known as praise and worship and as KLTV 7's Clint Yeatts found out that is just what Tomlin hopes folks do when they hear his songs.More >>
In the Christian usic industry there may not be a bigger name right now than Chris Tomlin.
His style of praise and worship music has become some of the most popular on Christian radio and in church worship services around the world.
During a recent visit home to Grand Saline, Chris sat down with KLTV 7's Clint Yeatts to talk about how growing up in East Texas has played a role in his ministry and his music.
When ministries talk about "mission" work most people think that happens far, far away. One East Texas church felt its call to the mission field was only about 90 miles from home. More >>
The debate over prayer in public school has been and is still being debated in courtrooms and classrooms across the country. Students though can still pray on their own.
In the small East Texas community of Martin's Mill prayer at school happens in a place where championships are won...and lives are changed. More >>
Its a call no parent ever expects. A call from the doctor that says your child has cancer. How that call strength a family's faith and their belief in the power of prayer.More >>
Does prayer really make a difference? It is often a question asked, even by those with the deepest of faith. One man, who was in East Texas this week, has devoted an entire book to that one question. More >>
In the world of exercise in East Texas, most people know about Michelle and Cune Pena. Their gym, Premiere Fitness, is one of the most successful around.
But a lot of folks may not know that the couples journey is much more a story of prayer and faith than fitness and exercise.
Having a baby, especially the first, is one of the most exciting times in the life of a young couple. But imagine learning that your new baby had no chance to live and that carrying the baby to term was the only option. More >>
Most people don't associate comedy with faith. One East Texas man believes using a laugh or two is a great way to minister to folks who may not be open to more traditional ministries. More >>
There is a pretty big difference from the halls of Robert E. Lee High School in Tyler to the plains of the African country of Uganda. But one East Texas woman says she always knew she would one day leave East Texas to enter the mission field. More >>
Junior high, High school...these are the years most teenagers look forward to. But when your dreams are taken away and a simple injury turns into a five year battle with pain, there is little to look forward to, except through the Power of Prayer. More >>
They described themselves as a typical East Texas Family: God fearing, busy parents who were living what they thought was a normal life. But then came a test, a test that would force them to decide if they really believed in the faith they had talked about all their lives. More >>
While a work of fiction, Dan Bown's book takes direct aim not only at the church, but at the central figure of Christianity: Jesus. There are many in the Christian community who say that's not such a bad thing. More >>
James Avery is a household name in most jewelry circles in the Southwest, especially Christian circles who Avery began serving more than 50 years ago. But what most who appreciate his work do not know is how this craftsman began his company through the power of prayer. More >>
People collect them, draw pictures of them, write stories of their adventures. We are talking about angels. But much of what we see and hear is not necessarily what the Bible says about angels. One East Texas pastor has devoted an entire book to the subject.More >>
The question of how prayer works took center stage in a small West Virginia community last month. When the sago mine exploded and thirteen miners went missing...it was to the church up the road from the mine that families and friends went to prayer. More >>
There are few places like it in Texas. A faith based home for adults with mental disablities. Breckenridge Village, located just outside of Tyler, opened seven years ago. But it was a lifetime of prayer and hope that helped bring the dream into a reality. More >>
The western culture is deeply rooted in the traditions of Texas, except for one. Most cowboys will tell you they don't feel comfortable or welcomed in the traditional church. But in tucked in the piney woods of East Texas is a place where cowboys feel comfortable to rope, ride and pray. More >>
One of the early voices in contemporary Christian music made a stop in East Texas in May. Michael W. Smith brought his "healing rain" tour to Tyler thanks to Christian radio station KVNE. More >>
45 years ago, they began a style of music that has changed the face of gospel singing across the country. But when the Mighty Clouds of Joy began their career, it wasn't all about gospel singing. More >>
Almost every medical procedure brings with it a certain amount of risk. For one East Texas woman what was supposed to be a routine surgery turned into a six month ordeal. For her family it was a time to learn a lesson of the power of prayer. More >>
Leaving behind a successful medical practice to enter the mission field. It has taken two years for an East Texas family to make that decision. A decision that begins and ends with the Power of Prayer. More >>
Joe and Susan Downing had always felt God would bless them with children one day. But never expected their first blessing to come from halfway around the world.
Ten years ago an act of kindness turned into a nightmare for one East Texas man. Shot and left for dead, it was the Power of Prayer that has turned his tragedy into a passion for working for others. More >>
On any given weekend somewhere in the world Teen Mania, headquartered in the East Texas community of Garden Valley, is touching the lives of thousands of young people. It's one of the largest ChristianMore >>
For the Kueck family of Tyler, life has been pretty normal. Three children, doing well in school and extracurricular activities. Steve and Sue Ellen, deeply involved in their community and church. ButMore >>
For more than 8 years Dale Perry has lead the congregation at Tyler's Friendly Baptist Church, knowing that his past would eventually catch up with him. "As a young man, in the 70's, made some choicesMore >>
For more than 50 years he has been preaching, much of that in East Texas. 17 of those years Dr. Paul Powell led East Texas largest congregation at Tyler's Green Acres Baptist Church. In those five decades,More >>
Her name is Joy. To see her most days, joy is what you see on her face. Life for Joy Lynn Stricklen is not easy. More than 15 surgeries have still not corrected all that disease has damaged. Prayer More >>
For many kids today, living a Christian life is a difficult climb. But tucked deep in the woods of northern Smith county is a place many have discovered that at least for one week every year things canMore >>
There are many special things about parents who choose to adopt their children. But the process of adoption often brings with it many complications. One East Texas family belives their adoption was made possible only through the Power of Prayer. More >>
For a lot of people "e-mail" has become a popular way of not only comunicating, but of passing on information from one person to another. One East Texas families' brush with tragedy has resulted in the launch of hi-tech prayer chain designed to help those in need of prayer. More >>
There is no other job like it. On any given day and without little notice a police officer can be called upon to put his life on the line to protect others. On one such day one officer turned to the Power of Prayer.More >>
In the summer of 2002, a charter bus carrying teens to a church camp crashed in East Texas. Four teenagers and the driver were killed that morning. One of the survivors was brought to a Tyler hospital. It was here in East Texas, his family would learn more about the Power of Prayer and the Power of God's Promise.More >>
Small group Bible studies are a growing trend in many East Texas Churches. For one group of ladies, their Bible study became a real life lesson in the Power of Prayer. More >>
The death of a father or husband is one of the most difficult things to understand. For one family the road to death lead not only to mourning but spritual blessing as well.More >>
Gaining vision from the loss of sight may seem like a contradiction. Not for one East Texas woman who believes God revealed a plan for her life by taking her eyesight.More >>
Clint Yeatts recently had the privilege to sit down with missionary Heather Mercer, who, with Dayna Curry, was taken prisoner by the Taliban in Afghanistan shortly before September 11. Click here to read the entire interview and the trials she went through. More >>
He wear's purple, carries a sword and is the newest super action hero. While his message is for kids, the story of the man behind the Bibleman mask inspires most parents.More >>
East Texas is home to some of the best Christian Summer Camps in the Country. But a new camp in East Texas is featuring a little different curriculum. More >>
