Listen "Melinda Williams (Part 1): From Walnut Ridge to the Stage — Discovering a Lifelong Calling"
Episode Synopsis
In this first part of our conversation with Melinda Williams, Assistant Professor of Communication Arts and Director of the Liberal Arts Program at Williams Baptist University, we explore how God uses ordinary moments to reveal extraordinary purpose.Growing up in Walnut Ridge, Melinda gave her life to Christ at just nine years old. Initially shy and unsure of her future, she was encouraged by her high school theater teacher to step onto the stage — an experience that changed her life forever. From her early days as an admissions counselor to over 40 years of teaching, Melinda has witnessed God’s hand guiding every step of her journey.Her story is one of faith, transformation, and obedience — a reminder that God’s calling often unfolds in unexpected ways.