Best Caleb Kramer Podcasts (2025)

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What's Jesus' story of you? - Dr. Pamela Pyle | We lost the sexual revolution - Nathanael Blake 48:43

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Dr. Pamela Pyle, author of "Anticipating Heaven," shares her story of God graciously calling her to faith in Jesus. Nathanael Blake, a fellow withthe Ethics and Public Policy Center and author of "Victims of the Revolution," looks at the last 60 years of the sexual revolution and how it has lead to less connection and less human thriving, both as i…

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Concerns around a city founded on religious beliefs - Mark Caleb Smith | The Gospel cure for the culture of death - Alfonso Espinosa 48:27

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Political scientist Mark Caleb Smith looks at what is being called EPIC City, a proposed Texas town founded on Muslim beliefs and practices. He also looks at the New York Democratic Mayoral candidate and his socialistic agenda. Pastor Alfonso Espinosa looks at many of the things in our society that are leading to death, and the hope and healing in …

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Modern social science proves God's word is true - Mark Gerson | Helping Christian men have deep conversations and relationships - Peter Oskapko 49:09

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Mark Gerson, author of "God Was Right," looks the Torah, the first five books of the Bible, and shows that what God taught His people makes sense from a social science standpoint. Peter Ostapko of The Kinsmen Journal and podcast talks about the men's needs for formative relationships and honest conversations. He seeks to foster it in his community.…

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Mid East ceasefire and blessing the people of Israel - Luke Moon | Syrian church attacked over weekend - Ruth Kramer 48:43

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Luke Moon of Generation Zion and The Philos Project updates us on the shaky ceasefire between Iran and Israel, plus talks about what it means to bless the people of Israel...and what it doesn't mean. Mission Network News' Ruth Kramer talks about the weekend attack and bombing of a Syrian church and the situation in Syria with terror groups leading …

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What God is doing in Iran - Dr. Hormoz Shariat | Encouraging a mom who feels like a failure - Sara Wallace 48:58

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Dr. Hormoz Shariat of Iran Alive looks at how the headlines around Iran are reflected in Scripture and about what God is doing among the Persian people. Plus, he highlights how there are places in the US where Muslim people are seeking to create special communities based on Muslim religious law. Sara Wallace, author of "What to Say When She Feels l…

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Getting to know Justices Clarence Thomas and Amy Coney Barrett - Adam Carrington | The words you use matter - Billy Hallowell 48:25

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Political scientist Adam Carrington offers insights into how Justices Clarence Thomas and Amy Coney Barrett think as they handle cases before the Supreme Court. He also addresses the court's Skrmetti decision that ruled states can restrict so-called youth gender treatments. Then, along with reporting on when God shows up in the news, Billy Hallowel…

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America's long conflict with Iran - Elizabeth Neumann | Russia's attacks on Ukrainian Christians - Colby Barrett 48:47

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Security analyst Elizabeth Neumann, author of "Kingdom of Rage," the political attacks a week ago in Minnesota by a radicalized individual. She also helps us look at the long history of conflict between the US and Iran. She outlines some possible responses by Iran after the weekend's bombing of Iranian nuclears weapons research sites. Colby Barrett…

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Having the heart of a spiritual father - Dave Buehring | The connection of big and small world events - Carmen LaBerge 48:21

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Dave Buehring of Lionshare helps us look at Abraham in the Bible to get insights on how to be a good father, both of our children and those we are mentoring and shepherding. Carmen spends some time looking at the US attack on Iranian nuclear weapons sites and how we live in smaller, internconnected world. Was the attack on a Syrian church a respons…

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How we consume video content effects us - Adam Holz | Guiding your child's Scripture engagement - Trillia Newbell 48:45

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Along with a review of the new Pixar movie "Elio," Adam Holz of Plugged In reflects on the news that streaming now surpasses broadcast and cable combined. It really does change how we consumer video content, and how that is affecting us individually and corporately. Trillia Newbell, author of "52 Weeks in the Word - Student Edition," offers ideas f…

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Israel, Christians, and a shouting match - Carmen LaBerge | Churches and Christian non-profits needs to work together - Scott Harris 48:58

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Carmen LaBerge reflects on a recent podcast featuring a shouting match between Tucker Carlson and TX Senator Ted Cruz regarding what the Bible says about supporting the the Jewish people. Did either represent the Bible correctly? Scott Harris of Mission Increase helps us see how churches and non-profit parachurch ministries can work together as Kin…

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Juneteenth and the call to true Kingdom inclusion - Ramon Pastrano | Living faithfully in the sports spotlight - Jason Romano 48:43

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Pastor Ramon Pastrano of Third Sphere helps us look at this holiday of Juneteenth, and how the Cross of Christ is what can truly bring about true unity. Through Jesus, we have an invitation to inclusive living. Sports Spectrum's Jason Romano shares more stories of professional and college sports players who seek to lived out their faith in the publ…

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Making those rainbow connections - Carmen LaBerge | From worry to patterns of joy and peace - Ronnie Kent 48:30

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Carmen looks at the rainbow, what God meant by it, and what the world has twisted it to mean. Ronnie Kent, co-author of "The Anxiety Algorithm," addresses the patterns in our minds that feed our worries and anxieties, and how we can reprogram our brains toward peace. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here…

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The symbols and images around the Israel and Iran conflict - Carmen LaBerge | Bible engagement promotes human flourishing - John Plake 49:06

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Carmen spends some time looking at the current conflict between Israel and Iran. There are so many symbols and symbolic language around it. What does it all mean? John Plake of the American Bible Society offers more insights from the State of the Bible 2025 report. In particular, the finding that the more people personally engage the Bible, they hi…

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How is your city? - Daryl Crouch | Can porn-deformed Gen Z men be reshaped by God's Word? - Luke Simon 48:43

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Everyone's Wilson's Daryl Crouch talks about replanting churches in our cities. It's not just a matter of more church communities, but churches being on mission for blessing and impacting their cities and the needs of the community. Luke Simon of The Crossing Church talks about how Bible engagement and Christian community can rework the neuropathwa…

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Let food be your medicine - Dr. Tiffany Schatz | Focusing on Jesus helps set your moral compass - Rick Lawrence 48:59

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Dr. Tiffany Schatz of the Christian Medical and Dental Association joins us from Israel and relays here experience there amid the conflict with Iran. Plus, she talks about a renewed focus on our diets and their impact on our overall health, reviews of baby formula, and talk of expanding abortion in the UK. Rick Lawrence of Vibrant Faith and host of…

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Calibrating your moral compass in a disorienting world - Nick Pitts | Update on the war between Israel and Iran - Luke Moon 48:25

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Nick Pitts of the The Briefing helps us understand from an energy sector perspective how Iran affects petroleum prices. He also has a deeper discussion how we can keep our moral compass rightly oriented to God and His ways with so much wanting to pull us in other directions. Luke Moon of Generation Zion and The Philos Project offers an update on wh…

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News-proofing your faith - Linda Mintle | Are you willing to change your mission for the greater good of God's - Jennifer Hayden Stokes 48:45

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Psychologist Linda Mintle of the Dr. Linda Mintle Show addresses the stress of wading through the news, and thinking through it well through your lens of faith. She also talks about supporting military families. Jennifer Hayden Stokes, author of "The Pioneer's Way," shares the story of Ernest Shackleton, a polar explorer who had to change plans whe…

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People are far more complex that we think - Carmen LaBerge | Are we thinking about events and people the way God does? - Daniel Bennett 48:31

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Carmen responds to the news over the weekend, especially the person accused of shooting two Minnesota legislators and their spouses. Carmen points out how he and most people are far more complex than a narrow political or religious category. Political scientist Daniel Bennett continues to talk about how we look at some of the other news over the we…

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Praying for the peace of the Middle East - Luke Moon | When ministry gives way to celebrity - Adam Holz | Joy among the flames - Carol McLeod 48:49

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In light of the attacks on Iran's nuclear program by Israel, Luke Moon of Generation Zion and the Philos Project offers his analysis, as well his call to prayer. Plugged In's Adam Holz helps us think through the situation around a well-known Contemporary Christian musician who admitted great wrongdoing, and how much was hidden for so long for celeb…

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Bring the Bible to bear on Mid East tensions and LA riots - Thann Bennett | Is your social media preferences like your music choices? - Chris Martin 48:58

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Thann Bennett of The Equipped Newsletter and radio show offers a Biblically-based framework for helping us think through the situation around the Israeli assault on rival nation Iran's nuclear weapons program. He also offers analysis regarding the federalizing of the National Guard in California to quell riots. Social media expert Chris Martin talk…

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The limits to knowing what Pew Research of religion really means - Carmen LaBerge | See beauty, see hope - Naeem Fazal 48:43

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Carmen and her producer Paul talk about the recent research by Pew around religions affiliation globally, in particular the growth of Islam and "nones." While Pew does excellent work, there are also weaknesses, and it doesnt' show more recent trends. Naeem Fazal, author of "Tomorrow Needs You," talks about his conversion from Islam to being a follo…

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The ancient history of conflict between Israel and Iran - Carmen LaBerge | Having those honest conversations with your kids around pornography - Greta Eskridge 48:30

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With reports of Israel preparing to attack Iran's nuclear research and development facilities, Carmen helps us look at the deep history of tensions among Jews and Persians that goes back to ancient times. Greta Eskridge, author of "It's Time to Talk to Your Kids About Porn," points out that thanks to the internet how easy it is for children to acce…

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The problems around assisted suicide and youth gender protocols - Heather Zeiger | Resting in your Heavenly Father's arms - Carmen LaBerge 49:10

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Research analyst and writer Heather Zeiger of the Center for Bioethics and Human Dignity addresses the move by New York and other states to legalize medically-assisted suicide and how other countries are struggling with the decision to allow this. She also addresses the backlash happening to so-called youth gender medicine as more youth are waking …

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Being manly like Jesus is manly - Roy Wooten | Living as Christ's representatives in troubled times - Ruth Kramer 48:40

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Roy Wooten of The Crucible Project and author of "Unstuck: 7 Ways to Break Free and Live Courageously" offers insights for putting our past wounds behind us, and live out of healthy, mature masculinity. Along with updates about what's happening in Haiti and in Nigeria, Mission Network News' Ruth Kramer offers helpful insights of what it means to th…

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Don't give in to false evidence apprearing real - Gale Kragt | Grace-filled married life beyond the middle years - Larry McCall 48:54

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Counselor Gale Kragt, author of "The Heart of Healing," talks about how we often live out of false ideas and narratives around our lives and who we thing we are. God wants us to trust in who He recreated you into: a child of God and His royal heir. Larry McCall, author of "A Seasoned Marriage," offers hope and guidance for life together as older co…

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SCOTUS unanimously defends religious freedoms - Adam Carrington | The trials of portraying Jesus' crucifixion - Billy Hallowell 48:26

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Political scientist Adam Carrington responds to two recent Supreme Court rulings: one that finds reverse discrimination illegal, the other stops the state of Wisconsin from preventing Catholic Charities from accessing tax breaks for not being religious enough. CBN Faith Wire's Billy Hallowell offers another miracle story of God healing a woman's he…

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Addressing the ICE raids, riots, and anti-semitic attacks - Elizabeth Neumann | Nurturing your kids to be spiritual champions - 48:45

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Security analyst and immigration expert Elizabeth Neumann helps us look at the recent round of raids by Immigration and Customs Enforcement to find illegal aliens, the riots in response, the legal and logistical issues involved, and the Christian responsibility to treat all people with dignity while upholding the law. She also addresses the rise of…

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What do you do to reset and refocus? - Dave Buehring | Happy RE-birthday! - Carmen LaBerge 48:31

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Lionshare's Dave Buehring offers ideas for setting time aside to get refocused and rested this summer, and beyond. Plus, as Carmen celebrates her birthday, she helps us think about being re-born into a living hope because of Jesus. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here…

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How we view influencers on social media – Adam Holz | God paving the way, how only He can – Jason Rackow and Michael Chermak 48:47

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Media expert Adam Holz of Plugged In outlines the long-term cost involved when it comes to being an independent influencer and reviews for the latest films, including "Karate Kid: Legends." Jason Rackow and Michael Chermak of Wow God Stories share about the heart of the show. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click h…

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Letting God's promises lift the burdens we face – Matthew McCullough | Not forgetting our brothers and sisters in Christ who are experiencing trials – Daniel DeWitt 49:00

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Matthew McCullough, author of "Remember Heaven," talks about the beauty of what we learn in 1 Thessalonians 4 and the connection between spiritual maturity with groaning for heaven. Daniel DeWitt of Theolatte and Scholar Leaders unpacks his experience sharing Jesus in prison, where a school is serving inmates and how war has tranformed Christians i…

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The process of carrying our grief after experiencing loss – Dr. Pamela Pyle | Living the better story, as we tell the better story – Dr. Thomas West 48:44

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Dr. Pamela Pyle, author of "Anticipating Heaven," talks about accepting the will of God regardless, while praying for a miracle. Dr. Thomas West, Senior Pastor at Nashville First Baptist Church and co-author of "The Gospel Way Catechism," shares about spotting a false cultural narrative. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give …

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The deeper significance of Jesus' Sermon on the Mount – John Lynch | Submitting to His fruitfulness instead of giving in to our flesh – Kathy Branzell 48:33

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John Lynch, co-author of "Gospel Zero," talks about the difference between being called a saint instead of a sinner and the importance of Romans 6:14. Kathy Branzell from the National Day of Prayer Taskforce shares about the priority of having other people covering you in prayer daily and meeting people with compassion, while shifting the focus bac…

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Trusting in the providence of God – Tim Mahoney | How we face the feeling of burnout – Bill English | Finding joy in the midst of our sufferings – Vaneetha Risner 49:13

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Tim Mahoney, Executive Producer for "The American Miracle," outlines why the specific making of America was no accident. Bill English of On Path Coaching shares about managing the feeling of burnout by spending time with God and how to remain faithful to Him while living in a world that's unfaithful to Him. Vaneetha Risner, author of "Watching for …

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Doing what pleases the heart of God – Daryl Crouch | Pushing back against tribal opposition within the Church – Neil Shenvi 48:46

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Daryl Crouch of Everyone's Wilson talks about prioritizing tactical daily habits that are fueled by a heavenly vision and how to view efforts of collaboration as a devoted Jesus follower. Neil Shenvi, author of "Don’t Let the ‘Friend-Enemy Distinction’ Derail Your Faith," shares about upholding the Truth of the Gospel being our greatest priority. F…

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God at work from America's beginnings – Tim Mahoney | How low air quality impacts us – Dr. Bret Nicks | The challenge men face when it comes to isolation – Andy Youso 49:00

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Tim Mahoney, Executive Producer for "The American Miracle," shares about God's divine providence. Dr. Bret Nicks of the Christian Medical and Dental Association outlines what to know about using sunscreen in the summer and how high amounts of processed foods effects us. Andy Youso, host of "Manly with Andy," shares how we respond to the encourageme…

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Dealing with differing opinions with poise and gentleness – Nick Pitts | How to respond to the anti-Jewish hatred in the U.S. – Luke Moon 49:08

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Nick Pitts of The Briefing and the Institute for Global Engagement outlines the difference between compromising versus collaborating and the peace that comes from living out Proverbs 15:1. Luke Moon of Generation Zion and the Philos Project shares about the the efforts of the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation and where peace talks currently stand when i…

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Getting past the surface level, willing to be vulnerable – Linda Mintle | What it looks like to strive after a higher responsibility – Joel Carini 48:50

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Linda Mintle, the relationship doctor, shares about the danger of constantly chasing perfection and the difference between letting God into the decisions you make versus following the Spirit's leading. Joel Carini of The Natural Theologian talks about the pursuit of being self-controlled and the danger of reducing spiritual Truths we find in the Bi…

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God's desire from the beginning to cultivate His people – Harrison Perkins | Distancing ourselves from fleeting things – Daniel Bennett 48:55

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Pastor Harrison Perkins, "Created for Communion with God," talks about how God is a believer in order and how He has our best interests in mind. Political scientist Daniel Bennett, author of "Uneasy Citizenship," shares about the challenge of valuing Truth over whatever will peek the interest of people. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by you…

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While you use AI, it's using you - Adam Holz | Joy when it seems risky or impossible - Nicole Zasowski 48:43

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Media expert Adam Holz of Plugged In looks at how AI, and our smart devices for that matter, do a lot of data collecting on you as you use them. He also talks about efforts to get age verification on devices. He also reviews "Lilo and Stitch." Nicole Zasowski, author of "Daring Joy," helps us look at women in the Bible who choose joy amid struggles…

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Beautiful and Happy Happy Happy - Thann Bennett | When your plans get scuttled - Carmen LaBerge 48:56

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Thann Bennett of The Equipped Newsletter and radio show reflects on the death of Phil Robertson of Duck Dynasty. He also talks about how taking in God's beauty and getting a taste for Him and His joy is needed to displace the bad desires we have. Along with Carmen's Friday Farm Report, she looks at foreign students having their visas revoked, and h…

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Scripture, praise and prayer with Kerry Hasenbalg and Christina Hannan 49:10

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Join us in praying for our listeners! As we continue our day of prayer and praise, along with praying your needs, Kerry Hasenbalg, author of "The Way of Becoming," helps us understand the place and power of praise amid our prayers. Christina Hannan of the "Praying Through Scripture" podcast talks about prayers for children with special needs. Faith…

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A day of prayer and praise with Kathy Branzell 48:56

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Please join us in prayer today. We are focusing this day on the prayers and praises from listeners. Carmen also talks with Kathy Branzell from the National Day of Prayer Taskforce as they pray for many of our common concerns. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here…

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The legacy of Phil Robertson's faith - Billy Hallowell | Praying for your loved ones from head to toe - Sharon Jaynes 48:58

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CBN Faithwire's Billy Hallowell talks about the legacy of Phil Robertson, the patriarch of the Robertson family of Duck Dynasty fame. He also talks about how podcast giant Joe Rogan is seeking to know more about God, including going to church. Author Sharon Jaynes talks about the themes in her books "Praying for Your Husband from Head to Toe" and "…

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Bringing Bible instruction to public school students - Joel Penton | China seeking to rewrite church hymnbooks - Ruth Kramer 49:12

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In light of the Supreme Court's split decision regarding an Oklahoma religious charter school, Joel Penton of LifeWise Academy talks about how churches can use laws around religion release to establish a time public students can leave campus to get Bible instruction during school hours. Plus, along with updates regarding Myanmar and Haiti, Ruth Kra…

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More about being pro-abundant life - Roland Warren | Prone to wander from the Gospel - Jared Wilson 49:00

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Roland Warren, of Care Net and author of "The Alterative to Abortion: Why We Must Be Pro-ABUNDANT Life," shares his own story and calls men and the Church to help foster a culture that supports women in choosing life. Jared Wilson, author of "Lest We Drift: Five Departures from the One True Gospel," talks about the subtle ways we are prone to drift…

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Religion, schools, and the Supreme Court - Adam Carrington | A legacy of faith v. a legacy of hate - Carmen LaBerge 49:02

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Political scientist Adam Carrington speaks about the recent split ruling by the US Supreme Court regarding whether a the state of Oklahoma can fund a charter school run by a Catholic church. Then, Carmen spends some time remembering the life and impact of Phil Robertson, the patriarch of the Robertson family of TV's "Duck Dynasty" fame. She also ad…

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Providing help and care to those dealing with trauma - Eliza Huie | When a skeptic comes to faith in Jesus - Larry Sanger 49:32

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On this Memorial Day "best-of" show, Licensed counselor Eliza Huie, author of "Trauma Aware," offers some practical ways to help those who have experienced trauma with the grace of God and wisdom. Wikipedia founder and skeptic Larry Sanger shares his story of his intellectual journey that lead him to become a Jesus-follower. Faith Radio podcasts ar…

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Happy are the unhappy - Dave Buehring | A small act of bravery can change your life - Riley Kehoe 49:32

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On this Memorial Day "best-of" show, Lionshare's Dave Buehring openings up Jesus's words from the Beatitudes about blessed are those who mourn. He also talks about this summer's Lionshare Leadership Games, a time for young adults to be mentored by older, mature Christian adults in the same occupational field. Riley Kehoe, author of "Three Seconds o…

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Walking through the battles of life with those we love - Adam Holz | Hope and strength for widows - Rachel Faulkner Brown 49:33

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While Memorial Day weekend is a vacation time for many, it's also a time of mourning. Along with reviewing the new Mission Impossible movie, Plugged In's Adam Holz talks about some personal losses of people close to him. Gold star widow Rachel Faulkner Brown, author of "Widow's Might," talks being widowed twice before 30. She shares her story of Go…

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When God shows up - Dawn Hirsh | Fighting the temptation toward self-preservation - Chris Martin 49:34

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Dawn Hirsch, a Faith Radio listener who had deconstructed her faith, but God reconstructed it, joins Carmen again to talk about altar stones, some markers in her life where God showed up. Chris Martin talks reflects on our tendency to preserve ourselves, our preferences, and our comforts, instead of sacrificing for the greater good. Faith Radio pod…