Circumstances Are Like A Mattress

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J. John encourages you to have a positive attitude about your difficult circumstances.   Listen to the Full Program   Receive complimentary access to our exclusive collection of

Action, Not Words

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Dr. Kevin Leman describes how to use action and not words to effect change in your child.   Listen to the Full Program   Receive the book Why Your Kids Misbehave, and What To Do

You Have Their Back

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Dr. Kevin Leman explains how a simple remark of praise from you can make a world of difference to your child   Listen to the Full Program   Receive the book Why Your Kids Misbeha

She Taught Me About Gratitude

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Dr. Gregory Jantz tells how his wife kept a gratitude journal, even after she’d received a cancer diagnosis.   Listen to the Full Program   Get the book Find Your Purpose in Li

Remembering Sergeant Gibson

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In honor of Memorial Day, Linda Gibson, shares about the bravery of her late son, Sergeant Brennan Gibson.   Listen to the Full Program   Visit our online store and purchase a CD

Redeemed

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Darryl Strawberry describes how he had money and fame…but he strayed from Christ and was searching to find his true identity.   Listen to the Full Program   Receive Darryl and

Put A Real Joker In Office

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Comedian Jeremy Nunes tells the hilarious story of getting elected to mayor.   Listen to the Full Program   Receive complimentary access to our exclusive collection of encouragin

Pain Becomes Redemption

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Jessica Manfre describes some of the challenges she had to overcome growing up, and how God has brought her redemption.   Listen to the Full Program   Receive the book Never Alon

Look In The Mirror

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Tracy Strawberry remembers how she blamed her husband Darryl for all their troubles, when the Lord challenged her to look at herself.   Listen to the Full Program   Receive Darry

He Had A Meltdown

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Julie Bagamary describes a moment where a little boy named Austin thought he was being left alone   Listen to the Full Program   Receive book Foster Parenting Matters and an audi

God Wanted You In His World

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Justin Holcomb explains why it’s good to encourage your kids that they’re made in the image of God   Listen to the Full Program   Get the book God Made Babies and an audio do

If You Really Want Some Help

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Dr. Kevin Leman shares about a time he asked a couple to leave his office and encouraged them to work on their marriage.   Listen to the Full Program   Receive The Birth Order Bo

When I Got Out Of The Car …

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Ruth Graham recounts how her father, the Reverend Billy Graham, showed her tremendous grace after she went through a divorce.   Listen to the Full Program   Get the book Transfor

Send The Crowds Away

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Ruth Graham explains why we need solitude sometimes.   Listen to the Full Program   Get the book Transforming Loneliness and an audio download of "How Loneliness Can Draw You Clo

Anxiety Offers An Opportunity

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Curtis Chang addresses why it’s good to name your anxieties for what they are and remember the resurrection of Jesus.   Listen to the Full Program   Receive the book The Anxiet

A Simple And Effective Question

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Dr. Randy Schroeder tells how asking your kids one simple question can make a big difference in your parenting.   Listen to the Full Program   Get Dr. Randy Schroeder's book Simp

A Lesson From David For Moms

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Kirsten Watson describes a time she felt overwhelmed as a homeschool mom, and how God taught her a powerful lesson.   Listen to the Full Program   Receive the book Sis, Take a Br

Loss Times Avoidance

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Curtis Chang defines what anxiety is and explains why we must submit it to God.   Listen to the Full Program   Receive the book The Anxiety Opportunity and an audio download of "

You’re A Provider Of Security

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Brant Hansen encourages men to own areas they need to work on so they can be the protectors their families need.   Listen to the Full Program   Receive the book The (Young) Men W

Respond With A Gentle Word

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Pastor Rob Flood reminds us of why it’s important to let the gospel be the center of your marriage.   Listen to the Full Program   Receive Rob Flood's book With These Words and

This Game Makes My Heart Happy

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Sarah Holmstrom shares a funny story about a time her daughter Brinley didn’t feel like praying.   Listen to the Full Program   Receive the book Shawn and His Amazing Shrinking

The Crumpled-Up Dollar

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Even when we’ve made mistakes, Dr. Les Parrott explains how God can use us, because we have value in His eyes.   Listen to the Full Program   Receive the Parrotts' book Healthy

She Needs To Step Out In Faith

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Jean Marie Davis relives the moment God gave her an opportunity to promote the value of life.   Listen to the Full Program   Your gift to support our Option Ultrasound program wi

Most Resilient People

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Dr. Kathy Koch outlines some of the qualities of godly, resilient people.   Listen to the Full Program   Receive the book Resilient Kids plus an audio download of the broadcast "

Model Forgiveness To Your Kids

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Luke Smallbone from For King and Country explains why forgiveness is a mark of a healthy family.   Listen to the Full Program   You don’t have to move your family across an oce

Jesus Tells Us The Truth

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Popular novelist, Jerry Jenkins, describes how Jesus was quick to tell His disciples the truth.   Listen to the Full Program   Receive The Chosen Novels 1 3 plus an audio downloa

Getting Attention To Entertain

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Ginger Hubbard reminds parents why it’s good to train your kids to be outward focused.   Listen to the Full Program   Receive the book Shawn and His Amazing Shrinking Sister pl

Almost Every Hand Goes Up

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Parental expert, Dr. Kathy Koch, explains how all of us can benefit from struggles we go through.   Listen to the Full Program   Receive the book Resilient Kids plus an audio dow

A Divine Perspective

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Author Deborah Pegues encourages us to remember that God will use our most painful moments for good.   Listen to the Full Program   Receive Deborah Pegues' book Forgive, Let Go,

Sharing Our Secrets

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Debra Fileta shares how a moment of vulnerability revolutionized the relationship with her husband.   Listen to the Full Program   Receive the book Love in Every Season plus an a

Connie And Eugene Arguing

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Connie and Euguene from Adventures in Odyssey have a spat in the drama, “The War of the Words.”   Listen to the Full Program   The Adventures in Odyssey Club helps the whole

A Living Witness

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Ray Vander Laan shares why your life should be a testimony of God.   Listen to the Full Program   Receive the Cultures in Conflict DVD and Discovery Guide for your donation of an

Two Words That Changed Our Family

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Scarlet Pepin and her daughter, Lindsay Pepin Ophus, share about the moment they realized their family was facing an unplanned pregnancy.   Listen to the Full Program   Your gift

An Attitude That Goes Back To Christ

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Kristi Clover describes the need for having a good attitude, and taking time to pause as a mom, even when life is chaotic.   Listen to the Full Program   Receive Kristi Clover's

When I Got Out Of The Car …

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Ruth Graham recounts how her father, the Reverend Billy Graham, showed her tremendous grace after she went through a divorce.  

Truth Without Grace

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Dr. Josh Straub explains how preaching truth without grace to our kids can lead to them getting discouraged.   Listen to the Full Program   Receive What Am I Feeling?, What Do I

Send The Crowds Away

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Ruth Graham explains why we need solitude sometimes.

When Was The Last Time?

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When you and your spouse feel distant, Dr. Randy Schroeder offers a simple tip for reconnecting with each other   Listen to the Full Program   Receive the book Simple Habits for

Triggering Money Fears

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Shaunti Feldhahn describes how money can spark fear between spouses.   Listen to the Full Program   Receive the book Thriving in Love & Money plus an audio download of the br

Church Should Be The First Place

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Amy Ford shares how church should be the first place where expectant teen moms can find help, love, and support.   Listen to the Full Program   Your gift to support our Option Ul

Words In Every Cell

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Lee Strobel shares how the complexity of our DNA reveals why God exists.   Listen to the Full Program   Receive the book Is God Real? plus an audio download of the broadcast "Evi

The Refs Can Put You Out

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Dr. Tony Evans explains how Jesus has given us spiritual authority to defeat Satan.   Listen to the Full Program   Receive the book Kingdom Focus plus an audio download of the br

The Battles We Choose To Fight

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Kari Kampakis describes why it’s not good parenting to be obsessed with rules, if they aren’t cultivated by a relationship with your kids.   Listen to the Full Program   Rece

He Draws Good From The Pain

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Lee Strobel reminds us that God can take the worst situations in our lives and turn them around for good.   Listen to the Full Program   Receive the book Is God Real? plus an aud

The Legacy We Will Pass Down

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Sean Reed talks about a moment where he learned to think about leaving a godly legacy.   Listen to the Full Program   Receive the book Marriage in Transition and the audio downlo

Be A Lion, And Tender

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Jeff Becker and his father Brian explain how men need to be fierce like a lion, but also have a tender side.   Listen to the Full Program   Receive the book Tender Lions and the

What I Can Actually Control

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Pastor Kevin Thompson reminds us about the things God has given us control over, and those that He hasn’t.   Listen to the Full Program   Receive the book Stay in Your Lane and

Hold Your Heart In My Hand

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During a difficult pregnancy for his wife Lanette, Sean Reed found an incredible perspective.   Listen to the Full Program   Receive the book Marriage in Transition and the audio

Where You Find The Fun

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Ted Cunningham recalls a funny moment with his wife and how they bring laughter into their marriage.   Listen to the Full Program   Receive Ted Cunningham's book A Love That Laug

The Suffering Will Be No More

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Dr. Kathryn Butler shares about a time God made Himself real to her   Listen to the Full Program   Receive the book Glimmers of Grace and the audio download of the broadcast "See