Plugged In's Adam Holz reviews the new movie "The Best Christmas Pageant Ever," plus addresses some increasing concerns around AI relationships and troubling social media trends. Nancy Golden, author of "Taking Back Advent," offers ways that can help us keep our focus on Jesus during the lead up to Christmas. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible …

Carmen LaBerge looks how words like resurrection and appealing to the Old Testament king of Israel named Jehu are being used around the US election results. Social media expert Chris Martin talks about the concerns around a AI chatbot that seeks to dispense spiritual guidance, as well as the need we have for stories of boring, realistic stories of …

The Denison Forum's Mark Turman offers a God-centered prespective on the US election results, then challenges us to renew our focus on Loving God and people in our uncivil world. Walter Kim of the National Association of Evangelicals and host of the Difficult Conversations podcast talks about the need to embrace kindness and work toward unity i the…

Musician and writer Caroline Cobb, author of "Advent for Exiles," helps us remember we are exiles in this world, and Jesus' coming and his promised return fuels our hearts for the bright future he promises. Kathy Branzell of the National Day of Prayer Taskforce joins Carmen to offer guidance for prayer after the US elections, and thinking forward t…

Bill English of Bible and Business talks about the both legal gambling and credit cards are often geared to exploit those most financially vunerable. Sports Spectrum's Jason Romano talks about former NFL great Matt Forte joining the Sports Spectrum team, and about how many of these pro-athletes have a unique struggle when it comes to living out the…

Daryl Crouch of Everyone's Wilson talks about our call to love our neighbors and how that may look as some our neighbors may be mourning and some rejoicing over the election results. Carmen spends time looking at other results from the November 5th elections, especially around the states that had abortion on the ballot. Faith Radio podcasts are mad…

Dr. Tiffany Schatz of the Christian Medical and Dental Association looks are recent medical headlines, incuding the problem of a seditary lifestyle, health issues around Daylight Saving, and the rise of cancer in younger generations. Baker and Bible teacher Kendall Vanderslice, author of "Bake and Prayer," offers insights from being a bread baker a…

Nick Pitts of the Institute for Global Engagement offers some helpful words as we get ready for Election Day and after. Plus, he talks about our attitudes to others at gatherings. The Philos Project provides some background to the headlines we're hearing from the conflict between Israel and Iran's proxies in the region. Faith Radio podcasts are mad…

Hannah Nation of the Center for House Church Theology, as well as China Partnership, talks about how China and other parts of the world have become missions sending powerhouses. Donna Amidon, author of "Tracing His Promise," talks about the places in the Old Testament where God talked of His promise to send our Savior, Jesus. Faith Radio podcasts a…

Carmen LaBerge asks how did you spend that extra hour as Daylight Saving ended. She also helps apply the mind of Christ to the issue of global depopulation and the graying of the world. Poltical scientist Daniel Bennett talks about how the decline of civic groups, clubs, and other soft connections have lead to increased social isolation and polariz…

Along with reviews of "Here" and "The Carpenter," Plugged In's Adam Holz talks about how podcasts like Joe Rogan's, for better or worse, are shaping young men and masculinity. Fitness expert Kim Dolan Leto addresses the shocking fitness traps the enemy doesn't what you to know about. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now:…

Amid this anxious time, Thann Bennett of The Equipped Newletter helps us look to Scripture to help us properly focus on the pursuit of peace. Apologist Daniel DeWitt offers 5 insight about diversity in the Bible. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Todd Netttleton of Voice of the Martyrs shares about his recent trip to the Middle East visiting persevering Christians there, as well at talks about this Sunday's International Day of Prayer for Persecuted Christians. Truth Unites' Gavin Ortlund, author of "What It Means to Be Protestant," talks about why the Protestant Reformation was necessary, …

Political scientist Mark Caleb Smith looks at recent election news headlines, the reasons for the electoral college process, and resting in God's purposes. Kathy Branzell of the National Day of Prayer Taskforce offers some good Bible verses to help focus your prayers ahead of our election. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Giv…

Fred Oduyoye and Chris Cox of Reachable Reconciliation help us to explore our reactions, to reflect, and work toward repair and closer relationships amid our ethnic and cultural differences. Rachel Gilson, author of "Parenting without Panic in an LGBT-Affirming World," offers ideas to help us disciple our kids to know and love God's design for sexu…

Lynne Rienstra, author of "Sacred Refuge," invites you to bring your crises in life to God and allow him to be your shelter amid the storms. Mission Network News' Ruth Kramer takes us to the Middle East and to the conflict between Russia and Ukraine, showing how God's people are serving in the midst of war. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by…

Luke Simon of The Crossing Church talks about how more Gen Z men, like himself, are finding meaning and purpose in a God-centered masculinity. Pastor Russ Ramsey, author of "Van Gogh Has a Broken Heart," talks about how great artists use their invoke certain thoughts and feelings in us. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give n…

Political scientist Adam Carrington expands on what one Vice Presidential candidate said about not letting politics be a dividing line in your friendships and families. He also offers ideas for preparing your heart and mind for election day. Faith Wire's Billy Hallowell talks about Christians in the public eye, including Dennis Quaid, who played Re…

Historian Miles Smith IV helps us be more realistic about our political participation as Christians, and how we need to resist the sacramentalizing of our candidates and votes. Sioux Falls mayor Paul Tenhaken, author of "The Code of Contentment," talks about developing a healthly rhythms of self-reflection, gratitude, physical health, and time with…

Lionshare's Dave Buehring helps us understand the significance of Jesus's Sermon on the Mount and how it's the really the outline for faithful obedience as God's representatives. James Whitford of True Charity continues talking about the 7 parts of effective compassion, and how we can't treat everyone with a one-size-fits-all approach to helping th…

Plugged In's Adam Holz talks about a new documentary that shows the effects social media and AI have had on the mental and emotional development of young people. He also talks about how blatant witchcraft is being promoted by outlets like Disney. Gale Kragt, author of "The Heart of Healing," shares about the wholeness God is working to bring you! F…

Carmen LaBerge talks about the recent e-coli outbreak at McDonald's and how it was tied to the onions processed at a specific facility in Colorado. This opens the door to spiritual conversations. Hank Erwin of the Great American Prayer event invites you to join other Christians in concerted prayer the evening ahead of election day. Faith Radio podc…

Writer and artist Ruth Chou Simons, author of "Home is Right Where You Are," talks about following our Good Shepherd while we shepherd our young ones into adulthood. Pastor Keith Simon, co-host of "Truth over Tribe" podcast and book, helps us see the need to live in ways that clearly point to Jesus in the midst of our confused culture. Faith Radio …

Carmen Laberge shares about how God orchestrated a timely meet-up out in the hills of Georgia on a dark night. Pastor Alfonso Espinosa and Carmen discuss the foolishness of selfish ambition and how the book of James show the wisdom of lovingly submitting to God's direction and plans. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now:…

Heather Zeiger of the Center for Bioethics and Human Dignity discusses recently leaked information about what doctors in Canada are really thinking about their nation's Medical Assistance in Dying policies. The Come and See Foundation's Larry Lundstom talks about how the TV series "The Chosen" has been having sigificant Gospel impact in the lives o…

Daryl Crouch of Everyone's Wilson helps us understand that even as our society moves away from Jesus, we can still move forward as gospel influencers. The Denison Forum's Mark Turman talks about how revival continues to make its way on college campuses around the US. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here…

ER doctor Bret Nicks from the Christian Medicial and Dental Association unpacks the struggles many have with staying focused in their daily tasks, but why this does not always connect to an ADHD diagnosis. Randall Goodgame, creator of Slugs and Bugs, shares about hiding God's Word in children's hearts and the desire for the Church to fall in love w…

Nick Pitts of the Institute for Global Engagement outlines the layers behind why many Christians may not vote and proclaiming Christ, to the glory of God the Father- regardless of how you "preach" the Good News. The Philos Project's Luke Moon reacts to the leak on intelligence about Israel's Iran attack plans and the Israeli military's success agai…

Pyschologist Linda Mintle unpacks how new technology is attempting to impact the grieving process and the danger of seperating our mind from our body in the name of healing. Mark Chironna, author of "Shadow Self," shares about seeking personal transformation much more than purely Bible knowledge. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your suppo…

Joel Carini of The Natural Theologian shares about how atheists today are viewing the purpose of Christianity and pointing beyond evolution to get to God Himself. Political scientist Daniel Bennett outlines how the definiton of compromsing for many has changed and the connection between isolation with alienation. Faith Radio podcasts are made possi…

Plugged In's Adam Holz talks about the danger of using TikTok as a news media source and how to view Meta's creation of "Movie Gen." Sports Spectrum's Jason Romano shares what specific athletes to keep an eye on during the loaded October sports calendar. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here…

Carmen outlines the response to Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar being killed by Israeli forces and how to pray for Christ to be known among the nations. Apologist Daniel DeWitt shares what it looks like to be re-enchanted by Christ in the midst of today's ever-changing world. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here…

Theologian Amy Orr-Ewing, author of "Lead Like the Real You," talks about taking a close look at how Jesus led others around Him and learning how to discern in the midst of your frienships. Trillia Newbell, author of "Celebrating Around the Table," shares about the power of recipes to connect people to one another. Faith Radio podcasts are made pos…

Political scientist Mark Caleb Smith talks about the layers behind labeling someone as a fascist and how Christians are called to respond to those seeking an abortion. Pastor Rob McClelland shares about his experience responding to hurricane effects in North Carolina. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here…

Bill English of Bible and Business talks about how to avoid being scammed by emails, texts, and even AI generated calls by those seeking to steal your money. He also talks about praying for your co-workers, even the difficult ones. John Plake of the American Bible Society address how the anxious generation, GenZ, become less anxious when the regula…

Carmen talks about a recent amicus brief filed with the Supreme Court, and how we can wisely put God's word forth in the public discourse of the day. Mission Network News' Ruth Kramer talks about ways God is moving both in Lebanon and in Iran, in spite of the conflict between Israel and Iran and its proxies. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible b…

John Gilhooly, author of "Angels and Demons," talks about what the Bible really does say about these spiritual beings and how it is different from what the culture believes. Rick Lawrence of Vibrant Faith helps us reverse-engineer our understanding about various cultural issues by allowing Jesus and the Bible to be the bridle guiding us. Faith Radi…

Political and Constitutional expert Adam Carrington talks about Colorad cake baker Jack Phillips and how cases againt him have been dismissed. He also addresses the state of religious freedom in the US. Carmen spends time with listeners honoring our pastors, celebrating their service as undershepherds of Jesus. Faith Radio podcasts are made possibl…

Carmen opens the Monday Mailbag to answer a listener question around the Bible's authority, as well as helps us understand the issue of war from a Biblical perpective. Daniel Geraci of United in Crisis talks about how his organization helps local churches get networked and ready to help their communities in times of crisis. Faith Radio podcasts are…

Many people are leaving churches because they don't sense anything beyond the request to attend. Dave Buehring of Lionshare addresses the durability of being in relational communities of faith and support. True Charity's James Whitford talks about how poverty is more than a material lack, but also a relational lack. People in need also need relatio…

Along with reviews of the new movies "Average Joe" and "Piece by Piece," Plugged In's Adam Holz talks about how not only worldviews make their way into entertainment, but blatant agendas that often cheapen the media offerings. Matthew Soerens of World Relief and the Evangelical Immigration Table helps us look at the global immigration crisis and ho…

Carmen LaBerge shares about messages we're received from those in Florida who were impacted by Hurricane Milton, and how God is showing up. Social media expert Chris Martin talks about how God gave humans creativity, and how generative AI can short-circuit our using God's gift if we let it. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Gi…

Bible teacher Carol McLeod shares how she's been discipling women in Pakistan via Zoom, as well as getting them Bibles. America's Christian Credit Union's Frank Clement talks about how some financial institutions use monies to support and loan to things that can be misaligned to the values of the Bible, and how Christians can find banking and inves…

With so much turmoil in the Middle East, Transform Iran's Lana Silk talks about what you don't hear in the news: about what God is doing in that country to call people back to Him. Philip Ryken, author of "I Have My Doubts," helps us see how our doubts can actually be avenues for God to deepen our faith in Him, if we bring them to Him. Faith Radio …

Since the Supreme Court decision overthrowing Roe v. Wade, abortion rates have gone up. Neither major party is truly pro-life. Carmen starts the conversation about what it means to be pro-life going forward. Dr. Corbin Hoornbeek and Dr. Ryan Griffith of the University of Northwestern-St Paul talk about why UNW is establishing the Classical Christia…

Everyone's Wilson's Daryl Crouch talks about being part of the clean-up efforts in his community of Wilson County Tennessee and how we can be prepared when the unthinkable happens in our area. Ethan Forhetz of Convoy of Hope talks about how his organization is assisting in the recovery efforts in western North Carolina, and is getting ready for hel…

ER doctor Bret Nicks from the Christian Medicial and Dental Association talks about what he saw helping out with Samaritan's Purse in Boone, NC where the damage from Hurricane Helene was very severe, as well as how we can be prepared in case of similar emergencies. Jennie Allen talks more about Gather25, a global prayer event February 28 - March 1.…

Nick Pitts of the Institute for Global Engagement shares stories of people and groups, rising to help their neighbors in areas heavily impacted by Hurricane Helene. The Philos Project's Luke Moon talks about how God lead him to head a rally in support of our Jewish neighbors on the one-year anniversary of the Hamas attack on Israel. Faith Radio pod…

Naomi Nussbaum, executive director of OneFamily, talks about how the organization has helped families impacted by the attacks on Israel by Hamas a year ago. Ray and Jani Ortlund of Renewal Ministries, authors of "To the Tenth Generation," talk about laying the foundations of the love of God's word and showing kindness in the family, and how that ca…

Carmen goes into the Monday Mailbag to answer the questions "Is there a correct political side a Christian should be on? Political scientist Daniel Bennett looks at the how belief in God, or lack of belief, shapes how people see matter politically. He also helps us look the importance of being local. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your s…