Episodes
Jan. 13, 2020
TobyMac Releases Song About His Son’s Death
Last October, TobyMac and his family were devastated by the news that his 21-year old son, Truett, had died unexpectedly. The veteran Christian recording artist has released a touching song about his son’s death. Listen to l…
Jan. 13, 2020
Judge Rules Against Blasphemous Netflix Special
Over Christmas, Netflix released a blasphemous TV special in Brazil that depicted Jesus as a gay man. The case ultimately went to court. Listen to hear the judge's surprising verdict.
Jan. 11, 2020
Family Changes Everything with Chris Palusky
How can a child flee from being caught in the middle of shootings and chaos in Central America to going to school in the U.S. to become a police officer? President and CEO of Bethany Christian Services Chris Palusky shares s…
Jan. 10, 2020
Mental Health With John Mark Comer: Pastor Emphasizes Being Open About Mental Illness in Church
As a pastor, John Mark Comer analyzes the way the church he grew up in failed to address mental health in a healthy manner, and looks at better approaches to preparing church leadership for today's mental health crisis. Past…
Jan. 9, 2020
Popular Church Planter Accused of Plagiarism
This is a story about a popular church planter and preacher who has been accused of plagiarism. Dale Partridge is known for sharing pithy sayings on his Twitter account, but apparently some have discovered not all those quot…
Jan. 9, 2020
Movieguide Announces 2019 Movie Nominations
Tired of sex, violence and inappropriate content in your movies? The Christian organization Movieguide recently announced its nominees for the best family-friendly and Christian worldview-affirming movies of the year. Find o…
Jan. 9, 2020
Mental Health With Brian Johnson of Bethel Music: Why Music Is Therapy
Listen as host Kendra Semmen interviews Bethel Music founder Brian Johnson about his testimony of dealing with deep depression. God brought him through this trial by teaching him and his wife, Jenn, to write and sing praise …
Jan. 8, 2020
Spirit-Filled Quarterback Declares for NFL Draft
A Spirit-filled quarterback announced this week that he was declaring for the NFL draft. He says it was a difficult decision that his pastor helped him reach. Find out more in this episode with host Taylor Berglund.
Jan. 8, 2020
Mental Health With Brittney Moses: Combining Psychology With Faith to Encourage Better Mental Health
Popular blogger Brittney Moses, a student of psychology who also has her own mental health podcast, shares the biggest takeaways she's learned from interviewing many mental health professionals. Connect with her at brittneya…
Jan. 7, 2020
Blind Eyes Opened Tells Truth About Sex Trafficking in America
Many of us think about sex trafficking as an international issue, but trafficking takes place everywhere, including in your hometown. So how can you help take a stand against it? Host Taylor Berglund talks to Geoff Rogers, e…
Jan. 6, 2020
Christians Claim 2020 as Year of the Bible
A key Christian leader has declared 2020 the “Year of the Bible.” Other prominent leaders such as Francis Chan, Ravi Zacharias and Pope Francis have joined the founder in supporting the movement. Listen to this episode with …
Jan. 6, 2020
Mental Health With Matthew Stanford: Counselor Offers Coping Mechanisms for Parents of Children With Mental Illness
Matthew Stanford, licensed counselor and author of "Grace for the Children," shares advice to parents from his perspective as an academic in the field of psychology. He advises parents of children with mental illness how to …
Jan. 4, 2020
United Methodist Church Proposes Plan to Break Up Over LGBTQ Issues
The United Methodist Church has debated for years whether to permit or ban the ordination and marriage of Christians who say they are of the LGBTQ community. On the third day of 2020, church leaders announced a radical new p…
Jan. 3, 2020
Leadership Panel Disqualifies Todd Bentley From Ministry
After a leadership board investigated accusations against revivalist Todd Bentley involving sexual misconduct, they declared him disqualified from ministry. Bentley, though, doesn’t seem to agree. Learn more in this episode …
Jan. 3, 2020
Deacon Stops Mass Shooting at Texas Church
A church shooting in Texas tragically claimed the lives of two churchgoers late last month. But the death toll could have been much worse if not for an unlikely hero. Find out more from host Taylor Berglund in this episode.
Jan. 2, 2020
Wife of Acclaimed Pastor Tony Evans Dies
Author, singer and businesswoman Lois Evans died recently. Her husband, Dr. Tony Evans, posted a touching tribute to his godly wife. Listen as host Jenny Rose Spaudo shares more about Lois' life in this episode.
Jan. 2, 2020
Mental Health With Sissy Goff: Professional Advice for Parents of Teens with Anxiety
Licensed mental health counselor Sissy Goff read a variety of books before writing her own book about anxiety, "Raising Worry-Free Girls." With anxiety being the No. 1 mental health battle among all ages, Goff offers practic…
Dec. 31, 2019
Mental Health With Sarah Walton: How God Gave Her Strength to Endure Depression and Lyme Disease
Sarah Walton, author of "Hope When it Hurts," has a passion for encouraging others going through hard times using God's Word and the hope of Jesus. She shares her personal trials with Lyme disease and the effect it's had on …