Links
Bible Study
Bible Gateway - Your comprehensive Bible Search Tool
LifeWay's Online Bible Library - For those of you who like to do Word Studies, this is an excellent site.
If you use the KJV with Strongs in the online bible library, you'll see underlined or highlighted words. If you click on them, they will take you to the Greek or Hebrew definitions.
Ministries
Living Grace - Wayne Barber - I thank God for this man, as he was instrumental in much of my spiritual growth along with Pastor Bob Brown..... You will get in-depth bible truth, so take a look and a listen to his messages!
Eddie B. - The Official Site - Eddie B is Sam's producer and a minister himself. He's an awesome singer/songwriter and has won several awards. What will strike you most about Eddie is that Jesus Christ is the center of his life and the focus and strength in his family. We so love Eddie and his wife Sandi and thank them for their support of our ministry and music. Check out his site to see what his ministry and music is all about.
Artists in Christian Testimony - A.C.T. is a mission and ministry sending agency for artistic missionaries and ministries and unleashing artistic Christians into Christ's Kingdom Ministries throughout the world.
Are you an artist with a ministry calling on your life?
Looking for a way to add a partner basis utilizing a non-profit structure?
Longing for accountability, legitimacy, and validation in your ministry?
... then Artists in Christian Testimony is the place for you to ground your ministry. Check out this site!
Place Of Hope Ministries - Place of Hope is one of our favorite places to go to. Please check out their site and pray for them.
C.O.O.L. Ministries - C.O.O.L. (Christ Over Our Life) Ministries, Inc. is dedicated to delivering the Word of God and the Gospel of Jesus Christ worldwide, and maturing disciples for Jesus Christ. We believe in the true and living God. We carry the message of hope and that recovery from all forms of sin is possible through a complete surrender to Jesus Christ.
Louie Weaver Ministries International - Louie Weaver, former drummer of PETRA, with a new vision and calling from God. There are ways that you can get involved, so check out this website.
Living Word International - LWI was founded in June 1983 by Arnie & Betty Smith, in Bradenton, Florida. Their mission is to teach, encourage, and assist as many as possible to fulfil the Great Commission by whatever means and resources God provides. Check out this exciting ministry!
David Michael Carrillo - I've met David in Sheboygan, WI and he's got a gentle heart for Jesus and has an awesome ministry. He's genuine and I love his music. Hope you get to hear him as he travels.
Bond-Slaves Motorcycle Club - The National Website for the Christian Motorcycle Club of the Bond-Slaves. We have met many of these wonderful, dedicated servants of God in the Mid-West in 2004, participating in many of their events. If you ever see a Bond-Slave, please encourage them and tell them that they are very much appreciated.
New Influence - I just recently got in touch with this band called New Influence. Their mission is to create an atmosphere musically, where people can enter into an intimate, life-changing time of worship with Jesus Christ. Read lead vocalist & guitarist Joe Monto's testimony!!!!
Call Beyond Music - Listen to the music of Kevin Barnett who is the founder and President of Call Beyond Music. He is also a worship leader and psalmist.
Life Giving Waters Ministry - We met Jackie Gilger in Nashville in March 2005. She is an Indie Heaven Artist with a heart of gold. Check out what she's involved with here.
Jubilee Christian Centre & Ministerial Association Intl. Inc. - A look at the vision of a ministry concerned for the orphaned children in Nigeria, Africa. This site is still under construcion.......
Healing The Heartache Of The Nations - Presently Pastor Hofer and Ramona are ministering in the United States,
Mexico, Central America, and South America. Gordon Flows in the area of the Prophetic, Evangelistic, Signs and Wonders, Healing's, Miracles.
He has a strong Prophetic gift that activates the word. In some cases within 24 to 48 hours. The Lord uses him to identify the gifts and calling in people. Please check out their website for more information on their ministry.
Dennis Michael Ministries - We have met Dennis Michael at a Tom Jackson Conference in Nashville and we were very impressed with his music ministry. He is a joy to watch and he has a message. This is what he says: "My biggest passion is going back into the prisons to encourage the guys and also helping the guys that are out. One of my big dreams is to go into the prisons with my song and testimony to everyone not just the guys in the chapel. Maybe a promise keepers convention too! (smile) I would love to bring my message to other countries too!"
Please check out his site and his music!
Churches
Solid Rock Worship Center - This is our home church in Houston, TX. Please check out their website and if you are in the area - come visit!
Solid Rock Worship Center is a church that believes in praise and worship, teaching, preaching, and demonstrating the living Word by praying for the sick, encouraging the weak and reaching out in love to our community; so that people can not only believe and receive the Word, but will activate their faith to stand on God's Word so that their lives will demonstrate the Power of God in their lives.
World Reconciliation International Christian Centre - This is the church we minstered at in Halle-Saale, Germany in April 2007.
To see a slide-show of the church, it's people and us, please check out this site!
World Reconciliation International Christian Center (WRICC), Halle/Saale houses the international headquarters of the WRCM. Membership consists of different nationals such as Germans, Ghanaians, Cameroonians, Nigerians and Ethiopians.
Triumphant Christian Mission, Hannover, Germany - This is the second venue we visited while in Germany in April 07. Please check out their site as we hope to be there again in May 08.
Trinity Baptist Church, Baumholder, Germany - This was the very first church we were blessed to be part of their worship service upon arriving in Germany in April 07.
Trinity Baptist Church is an English language church commited to Jesus Christ and meeting the spiritual needs of the military and international communities surrounding Baumholder, Germany.
Calvary Chapel, Munich, Germany - This is an awesome church we had the privilege of visiting and being part of their Sunday Morning Worship service, playing a concert/worship service. Please take a look at their website.
Word Of Life Church - Pastored by Bruce and Bonnie Klowas in Spring Grove, IL.
Christian Venues
The Overflowing Cup Coffee House - A wonderful place of fellowship and ministry for the community of Beloit, WI.
The Upper Room Coffee House, Sheboygan, WI - This is a place very dear to me, because this was one of the first venues that I got to sing at when I first started out singing. A very warm and friendly place to go to with wonderful people to fellowship with.
Carrie's Coffee Mill 7 Acre Wood - We enjoyed playing at Carrie's Coffeemill and we are really looking forward to more concerts at their new location, the 7 Acre Wood. There will be a putt golf course, western play town, swings, huge playground, gigantic sandbox, zip line, sand volleyball, bouncy ball arena, flying turtle racers and more. They will have a full concession stand, coffee bar cafe and catering on site. There will also be many outdoor Christian CONCERTS and live music. Located at 4401 Frazier Road in Conroe, TX (N of Houston)
The Refuge - This is an awesome street ministry, touching the lives of those living in an apartment complex and changing people! This is an excellent opportunity to minister there in song and word.
Petra Sites
John Schlitt's Website - The official site of Christian Rock's most distinctive & recognizable voice.
A Guide to Petra - One of the oldest and most unique Petra fan sites on the Internet
The Petra Zone - The best place for Petra fans to connect and discuss all things Petra (and a lot of things not Petra!)
Friends/Family
Louie Weaver's personal site - The Official Website of Petra's former drummer
Cheryl Singleterry's site - Cheryl (Sam's younger daughter) has her own website that she made herself. Here you can see what she's been up to.
Country Creations - Warren Arnold's site for custom woodworking, small furniture. Go check it out. Even has Sam's CD there for sale....
Independent Artist Exposure
Indie Heaven - Indieheaven is dedicated to bringing together independent Christian artists from around the globe, providing them a platform where they can be seen, heard, and supported. It's a great site if you want exposure, sell CD's and get much needed encouragement. If you sign up, please make sure and mention this website or Samantha Scales-Arnold as your source for signing up with IndieHeaven. Thank you.
Sam's Page on Indie Heaven - Here's my page on Indie Heaven. CD's are also available from that site.
Liberty Associates - Liberty Associates is a small, efficient production company based in Houston, TX. They do turnkey (including all aspects of talent) special marketing and promotional events, as well as producing television programming for PAX 49 TV, the sixth largest network and sister station to KHOU, Channel 11 in Houston.
They have initiated "Inspire The Desire", the "Gospel Talent Showcase" and NACA (Northside Association of Christian Artists). Please check out their site.
Touring Christian Musician - This is a great site to check out to get tools for booking and touring, specially if you are an "Indie" artist and would like to get out of the practice room and garage into ministry and reaching lives with the talents God gave you.
Contemporary Music Resources - This site was developed by Frank Rasenberger from Australia. Quote: "Since my days as a volunteer community radio announcer, God has led/inspired me to develop a number of contemporary music resources that are designed to help make contemporary music in it's various forms more accessible to radio announcers, pastors, university/college/school chaplains, youth workers and all lovers of contemporary music." Please check out this site.
Bands/Artists
Seven Scroll - This is Sammy Brewer's site. We have truly enjoyed our friendship with Sammy B. and his band. Sammy has a vision and heart for the lost and hurting and he's truly anointed by the Lord as he uses his God-given gifts for the kingdom. You will be blessed hearing this band and Sammy sharing the Word!
Viktor - Check out Louie Weaver's new band. Louie is the veteran and former drummer of PETRA. See the exciting new ministry that the Lord has moved Louie to!
Tawana Albert - Check out the ministry and website of this dynamic songwriter!
Chris Bell's Official Homepage - Chris shares his music with a powerful God-felt expression and anointing through progressive-style Christian rock. His music is performed in a creative and modern approach that appeals to today's times and interests.
The official website of Trent Thomason - See what's new with Trent Thomason, former keyboard player for the band PETRA. He has a lot of his own stuff out and is one of the best keyboard players of today.
Flashlight Band - We met Tommy Bongers last year at the sturgis rally. He's on fire for the Lord and he and his band are playing in the Midwest area. Check out their website!
New Evidence - We have met Lloyd last year at the A.C.T. training in Nashville. He is one of the two musicians that make up New Evidence. Lloyd's was fun to be with and he's got a vision for ministry. Check out their cool music on their webite!
Situation - They are an energetic trio who describe their sound as electro/synthpop/new wave. We have had the pleasure to hear them at the "Overflowing Cup" in Beloit. They not only impact their audience with their great music and light show, but also with a message from God with impact!
Isaiah 42:10 - Isaiah 42:10 is a group of 5 people, all family, who can rock the house down - with one powerful message. You will not be disappointed!
Sarah Brendel - One great German singer, whom we had the pleasure to meet as she toured with PETRA in 2005. She has a testimony much like mine and she's getting to live her dream and the Lord is using her mightily. I'm excited for her. Check out her website for dates in the US.
4Told - This is a band with a purpose, a vision and a mission! They glorify God with their music, share the message of God's truth inside and out of the church walls and desire to be an encouragement to believers and seek to unify the body of Christ. Check out their music and their website!
Jim Whitaker - Please check out this great musician's website. He truly ministers with his acoustic music. We have had the privilege to meet him and hear him at the Overflowing Cup in Beloit, WI in 2005. You will find more info about him in his bio.
Phil Marshall Band - This is my good friend Phil, a great guitarist and friend, who is extremely gifted. He had the chance to open up for PETRA several times with his band.
Production/Record Companies
3 Chord Records - Liberty 'n Justice's - Welcome To The Revolution recording project - and recording company out of Peoria, IL.
Gear
Sabine Wireless Systems - Wireless Mics, Professional Audio and Music Accessories.
Sennheiser Audio Products - Microphones, Microphone Systems and Headphones
Behringer Products - Check out all the newest gear from Behringer
Radio Stations
The Living Rock Ministries - WITR-FM features a weekly program called 'Uncle Samoo's Zoo' a weekly program devoted entirely in playing independent artists and bands from all over the world with over 1 million listeners!!
KSBJ 89.3 FM Houston - Check out Houston's KSBJ Christian Radio Station. They have internet radio as well.
Resources
Saved By His Blood - This site contains Christian information, tools and resources you can use to enrich your life and your relationship with God, Jesus and The Holy Spirit.