A bucket list is a list to things you want to do before you kick the bucket, before you die. We want to know what is on your spiritual bucket list. We hear what you want God to do in your life before you reach the end of your days. Plus, we talk with Marie Chapian about Robert Sadler, a man who was sold into slavery in the United States in the 1900s. Don’t miss this true story of God’s grace.

Featured: Marie Chapian
Host: Chris Fabry

We are tackling a music question with Greg Wheatley on Thursday, but not in the standard way. A public high school student in Colorado quit his school choir because they were going to sing an Islamic song. We talk about this complicated issue. Plus, the Greek economic problems have been front-page news for several months. Recent decisions have prompted riots and protests. While this situation may seem hopeless, God is at work among the Greeks. Johnathan Macris of Hellenic Ministries joins us. I hope you will, too.

Featured: Greg Wheatley, Johnathan Macris
Host: Chris Fabry

Chris received a heartbreaking email from a mom at the breaking point. Her daughter has been involved in church, but is now questioning her sexuality. How do you handle a teenager with same-sex attraction? Then, we talk about honoring those who had an impact on your life. We go to the Grammy Awards to find one example and hear who has impacted your life.

Featured: Christopher Yuan, Thaddeus Heffner, Bobby Jean Frost
Host: Chris Fabry

It’s Valentine’s Day, February 14. A day of love, right? Chris wants to hear some stories from you about commitment. He has an email from a man who has been married 432 months. Plus, we hear so much about romantic love, but how are you expressing love to others on this day—for your kids, your siblings, your parents, a lonely friend? Join us on Tuesday.

Host: Chris Fabry

Is there something in your life that keeps you believing you won’t ever fit in as a believer in Christ? That struggling with your faith is a lifelong curse you have to live through? Jared Herd is one of those young people who grew up in the church and walked away. He shares his story of finding a way back to faith. Chris shares a story about balloons wrapped around a pole in a pre-Valentine's Day program. He says that often our hearts, like those balloons, can get mangled and wrapped around a pole. We hear how you have turned your heart toward someone and seen it get broken—and also have seen your role in it. Tune in for some encouragement.

Featured: Jared Herd
Host: Chris Fabry

He’s known as a master communicator, a biblical encourager. Dr. Charles Swindoll shares part of his story with us. We hear about storms that God has taken you through, when it seemed like He was a million miles away but you realized He was right there all along. Then, Don Sunukjian challenges us to think about heaven and live in light of eternity, taken from Thursday night's Founder's Week message. Tune in for more encouragement and challenge from God's Word, this time from Mark 12.

Featured: Charles Swindoll, Don Sunukjian
Host: Chris Fabry

The medical profession isn’t telling you the whole truth about your health. Many diseases sending us to the doctor’s office are preventable. Dr. James Marcum joins us with good news and bad news. The good news: diseases aren’t killing us. The bad news: we are killing us. Plus we hear part of Francis Chan's Founder's Week message from Wednesday night and focus in on following God in faith. We hear what you have let someone else talk you out of that you knew God wanted you to do—or when you've talked yourself out of following through on His prompting.

Featured: James Marcum, Francis Chan
Host: Chris Fabry

Jill Briscoe is an acclaimed speaker and author of more than 40 books. She grew up in England, was married in 1958—and is still married to the same chap. Are you in a ministry marriage that’s in trouble? Make sure you listen. Plus another conversation that focuses on The Hope Within Us and a rebuke from Revelation 3. It's a highlight from Dr. Erwin Lutzer's Founder's Week message.

Featured: Jill Briscoe, Erwin Lutzer
Host: Chris Fabry

Andrea Fabry returns for another Toxic Talk Tuesday. Last month we discussed food—can making a small change in what you eat really make a big difference? Plus, we highlight one of the messages from Founder’s Week and a relevant topic that will hit you right where you live. Don’t miss another conversation that matters.

Featured: Andrea Fabry, Paul Nyquist
Host: Chris Fabry

There has been controversy around a recent conference called the Elephant Room 2. When you disagree with others, how do you We respectfully disagree and converse about topics? Pastor James MacDonald joins us. And we continue the conversation in Hour 2. We hear how you have seen grace and truth work well and work out of balance, either in your actions or in others'.

Featured: James MacDonald
Host: Chris Fabry

On the Friday before the Super Bowl, we’re going to talk to a man who has two Super Bowl Rings. He holds the record for the longest field goal in NFL history—and he loves talking about the Bible. Jason Elam joins us. Plus, has there been a time in your life when you made it to the top, you made a great catch, and you were catapulted into the spotlight—then the rug is pulled out from under you and you hit the ground? We hear what God has taught former New York Giant David Tyree and you.

Featured: Jason Elam, David Tyree
Host: Chris Fabry

Sex trafficking and the Super Bowl. What happens to those rescued? Justin Holcomb brings some hope and healing for victims of sexual assault. Plus, Elsie Young is one of our favorite guests. She identifies with the biblical character of Moses and you might as well.

Featured: Justin Holcomb, Elsie Young
Host: Chris Fabry

We celebrate several birthdays, including Chris' mom and George Beverly Shea. We also talk about Truman Wiley. A talented guy. But because of the pain in his life, he keeps making bad choices. Chris wants to hear about the Truman in your life. Then, the hype is on for the Super Bowl. A game for the ages. But what’s going on behind the scenes in Middle America? Are the statistics true about sex trafficking during this Super Bowl week? Don’t miss the conversation.

Featured: Kathryn Fabry, Linda Smith, Michael Bartel, Wayne Murray
Host: Chris Fabry

Probe Ministries has done one of the most extensive surveys of born-again Christians in the Millennial generation. Why do so many seem to hold unbiblical views? Ray Bohlin joins us. Plus, author and speaker Vishal Mangalwadi will speak later this week at the National Prayer Breakfast in Washington, D.C. His message will be "Why Christianity Lost America." Talk about it on Tuesday.

Featured: Ray Bohlin, Vishal Mangalwadi
Host: Chris Fabry

We have an enemy who is alive and trying to lead people astray. Dr. Marcus Warner joins to talk about it. January 30, 2012, would have been Francis Schaeffer's 100th birthday. We talk about the impact of this man on Christianity and you. Nancy Pearcey joins us.

Featured: Marcus Warner, Nancy Pearcey
Host: Chris Fabry

Our program engineer Eric Hufford is at the Cactus Compound today, swapping old equipment for new. He joins us. And we hear what sorrows and pain you want to trade for the joy of the Lord. Plus, we talk about labels. Think about the labels you use for yourself or have used for others. We talk about how much we have lived by the labels in our lives.

Featured: Eric Hufford
Host: Chris Fabry

We dare you to take the Love Language Challenge! Hear about it as we talk with New York Times bestselling author of The 5 Love Languages, Dr. Gary Chapman. Plus, Ron Hutchcraft joins us to discuss Extreme Manhood. He says it’s not about conquering the world, it’s about conquering YOU.

Featured: Gary Chapman, Ron Hutchcraft
Host: Chris Fabry

You’re 15, you’re a Christian, and you’re asked to debate gay adoption. So you write a column. You don’t expect the firestorm that ensues, and you certainly don’t expect what the school superintendent calls you. We talk about that. Plus, the two Michaels return for another spirited discussion about the Bible. Call with your questions for the two Michaels.

Featured: Mat Staver, Michael Rydelnik, Michael Vanlaningham
Host: Chris Fabry

He had it all. He was a successful entrepreneur, he was building his media résumé, but something was missing in his life. There was no satisfaction. Hear Joe Kissack’s story. Plus, with the State of the Union upon us, we hear who you would nominate to sit in as your special guest if you were giving the speech. Don’t miss a different State of the Union message on Tuesday.

Featured: Joe Kissack
Host: Chris Fabry

Most people have felt like a failure at some point in his or her life. We encourage a listener, Bill, who feels like his life is filled with regrets and failures. We also hear how you've climbed out of that hole of feeling like a failure. Plus, Pastor Scott Poling shares his story of life—his mom had a handful of illegal abortion pills in her hand and chose not to take them. We hear your stories of choosing life—your decision to not abort, your decision to adopt or your mom's decision who chose not to abort.

Featured: Scott Poling
Host: Chris Fabry

January 22 is the anniversary of the Roe v. Wade decision. We’re going to Chattanooga, Tennessee, to hear about how that community dealt with hope and healing for those suffering from a past abortion. Plus, Compassion International’s Wess Stafford talks about how important one minute can be in the life of a child—positively or negatively.

Featured: Ann Caldwell, Wendy Williams, Wess Stafford
Host: Chris Fabry

We don't talk about "pretty" anymore; we talk about what's "hot." Dr. Freda Bush shares some new research on what America's sexual culture has done to young women. Plus, editor-in-chief of Christianity Today David Neff tells you why a recent meeting of evangelicals was dangerous.

Featured: Freda Bush, David Neff
Host: Chris Fabry

Do we have a vision for the aging church? I am convinced that older people hold the key to our future. Will we listen? Don’t miss the discussion with Dr. Michael Parker. Plus, she made a decision to conduct a social and spiritual experiment in her family’s life—seven areas she was convinced God cared about. Are you willing to take the “7” challenge? Jen Hatmaker joins us.

Featured: Michael Parker, Jen Hatmaker
Host: Chris Fabry

Chris received an email late last week from a wife struggling with a question. It deals with divorce…and a big change in her former husband. We get your opinion on Mary, John and Bob. Then, Bryan Loritts talks about a cross-shaped gospel. We hear a lot of talk about what the gospel is and isn’t. Bryan’s answer may challenge your beliefs, practices, and relationships.

Featured: Bryan Loritts
Host: Chris Fabry

Monday, we take you back to the Sixteenth Street Baptist Church in Birmingham, Ala. The year was 1963. Four of Carolyn’s friends lost their lives on a day the Civil Rights movement was changed forever. Plus, are you living life to the full in the here and now? Ann Voskamp encourages us to do exactly that. You may have read or heard about her book, One Thousand Gifts: A Dare to Live Fully Right Where You Are. Regardless of your circumstances, you can do that. Remain in your life and live it to the full.

Featured: Carolyn Maull McKinstry, Ann Voskamp
Host: Chris Fabry

There is a famous Christian author whose schedule has been thrown for a loop by Tim Tebow. There is an atheist—a football fan—who has an interesting perspective on Tebow’s faith. Don’t miss a stimulating discussion. Then, Greg Wheatley discusses an important issue linked with Monday’s holiday.

Featured: Randy Alcorn, Greg Wheatley
Host: Chris Fabry

Our guest is looking for a few good men. About 300, to be exact. His name is Patrick Morley. He’s written Man Alive and says you can have a powerful spiritual life if you address seven primal needs. Plus, how do you connect Sunday worship with Monday’s work? So many men and women struggle to have meaning in what you do each day. Tom Nelson joins us.

Featured: Patrick Morley, Tom Nelson
Host: Chris Fabry

Steve Hewitt returns to talk all things computers. Whether it’s Android, iPad, PC or Mac, we discuss it. We also talk about communication and how our world is changing, politics, sports and more. Then, hear a voice mail from someone who found a job a ministry that came right out of her passion.

Featured: Steve Hewitt, George Seaberg
Host: Chris Fabry

It's our first Toxic Tuesday of 2012 and are we going to hit a BIG subject. The food you eat. What you consume. Andrea Fabry talks about becoming healthier. Plus, are you in God’s waiting room? A listener suggested we talk about living in the waiting room. Some of you are right there. Join us Tuesday.

Featured: Andrea Fabry
Host: Chris Fabry

Chris tells us the tale of two Tebows. He updates us on his commitment to not watch NFL games this season and shares his realization that he was doing it for the wrong reasons. Plus, Craig Gross has a heart for ministering to those impacted by the pornography industry, those involved in it and those addicted to it or struggling with a loved one impacted. In our follow-up to Friday's program about porn addiction, we offer hope.

Featured: Craig Gross
Host: Chris Fabry

A listener writes, "My husband has an addiction to pornography. I need help. How can he hurt me and still say he loves me?" Jonathan Daugherty has been there and will have some answers. Plus, a concerned listener wrote to challenge Chris' words on Wednesday when he said we need to "let the church be the church." We talk about what this means and what it looks like in our own lives.

Featured: Jonathan Daugherty
Host: Chris Fabry

A man or woman recognizes something about themselves, their wound, their Achilles heel, their strengths and they begin to let God take their lives and shape it into something they didn't dream. It leads to jobs, home businesses, worldwide endeavors. And it starts very small. We talk about it. Plus, are you a dad who missed out on being a dad to a daughter? Your little girl is all grown up. If you want a second chance, tune in Thursday. [>}

Featured: Rick Johnson
Host: Chris Fabry

The fallout from the sex abuse charges at Penn State continues. Hear from a professor who looks at the psychological, theological and pastoral response to sexual abuse. Plus, the author of Bonhoeffer, Eric Metaxas, discusses the media and the Bible, culture, Christianity and a few other things. Don’t miss this important conversation.

Featured: Andrew Schmutzer, Eric Metaxas
Host: Chris Fabry

It's one of the most difficult things you can go through—when a spiritual leader lets you down. We hear your story and we talk with Lisa Whittle. Plus, Pastor Erwin Lutzer's mother passed away Sunday morning. We hear his tribute to his mother. And, as a believer, how do you view unbelievers? Think of the people in your life who don't have a personal relationship with Christ. How do you see them and treat them? Join us Tuesday.

Featured: Lisa Whittle
Host: Chris Fabry

Coming up on Monday, we have a brand new, never-before-heard conversation with singer, songwriter and recording artist Matthew West. Matthew joins us with guitar in hand to talk about some of the stories behind the songs on his latest album. Then, a woman who lost something, but allowed God to use her to help others. Don’t miss it!

Featured: Matthew West, Alice Teisan
Host: Chris Fabry

Friday, it's our final program of 2011 and we are going out with some fireworks! Curb recording artist Laura Allen joins us with a compelling story about the power of the gospel in Mumbai, India. Don’t miss it. Plus, an end-of-year conversation that will help you look back, look forward and look around.

Featured: Laura Allen
Host: Chris Fabry

Pretend you have your own radio program. If you had one hour to talk about anything you wanted, what would you deal with? Plus, the power of God's Word in our lives can be breathtaking. We talk with a man who has dedicated himself to getting the word out about the Word. Don’t miss an encouraging conversation.

Featured: Brian Hardin
Host: Chris Fabry

It’s one of the most difficult aspects of the Christian life—prayer. Wednesday, pastor and author Kurt Bjorklund joins us with a guide to contemplative prayer. What can we learn from saints of the past and how can we use Scripture itself to enhance our prayer lives? Plus, an update from the long Christmas break. We hear what the best present you received was.

Featured: Kurt Bjorklund
Host: Chris Fabry

You know him from his film script of Braveheart. He’s produced or directed a number of films such as Secretariat, We Were Soldiers and Man in the Iron Mask. Randall Wallace joins us. Plus, one of the freshest voices in Christian music today, from the group Gungor, Michael Gungor. You may have heard his song “Beautiful Things.” Don’t miss the conversation about this pastor’s son and his music.

Featured: Randall Wallace, Michael Gungor
Host: Chris Fabry

Join us for a “Best of” broadcast on Monday. Nobody knows drama like the folks at Adventures in Odyssey. In May 2011, Paul McCusker joined us from Focus on the Family to talk about this long-running dramatic program. Then, Kevin Leman and a discussion about having a new teenager by Friday. He brings tips to help you connect with your teenager, laugh with your kids and practical advice on what to talk about as you drive to school.

Featured: Paul McCusker, Kevin Leman
Host: Chris Fabry

Friday, a peaceful rebroadcast of the keyboard artistry of Stanton Lanier. Traditional Christmas songs and carols as well as some original material are the perfect way to celebrate. Plus, a program from last year with one of Chris’ favorite guitarists of all time, Phil Keaggy. We play some Christmas music and talk technique.

Featured: Stanton Lanier, Phil Keaggy
Host: Chris Fabry

It's a rebroadcast of our conversation with musical artist Kim Hill as we celebrate Christmas. We talk about her career and the things she’s seen over the years in Christian music. Plus, we examine the words of hymns and carols. What words or what line in a Christmas song stands out to you? “Very God; begotten, not created.” “Let loving hearts enthrone him.” “His law is love and His Gospel is peace.” Don't miss a special program on Thursday!

Featured: Kim Hill
Host: Chris Fabry

Wednesday, it's two "Best of" broadcasts. Irish songwriters and hymnwriters Keith and Kristyn Getty shared from their new Christmas album back in October and this is the perfect opportunity for a rebroadcast. Plus, for those who have an empty spot at the table this year, listen to Miriam Neff talk about the widow connection.

Featured: Keith and Kristyn Getty, Miriam Neff
Host: Chris Fabry

Author Dan Walsh has a story that is set in a bookstore around the holidays that's based on something of reality in his own life. It's called Remembering Christmas. I think it will strike a nerve with you. And then, of all the characters in the Christmas story, whom do you identify with? The innkeeper with no room? The outcast shepherds? Join us for a program to remember on Tuesday.

Featured: Dan Walsh
Host: Chris Fabry

‘Twas the week before Christmas and all through the town, the people were hustling and bustling around. Chris Fabry Live! wishes you a very merry Christmas and invites you to join us for some live programs as well as a few best-of broadcasts as we get closer to December 25. We’ll have some fun, enjoy some conversation at the backyard fence and praise the One who GAVE at Christmas. Join us this week!

Featured: Greg Wheatley, Larry Taunton
Host: Chris Fabry

Friday, a cavalcade of Christian artists are headed to the backyard fence for Christmas. We hear from Sara Groves, Kristyn and Keith Getty, Michael Card, Kim Hill and Stanton Lanier. Plus, it’s a conversation with David Crowder. The David Crowder* Band feels God wants them to end their musical experiment. We hear more about that and what might be ahead.

Featured: Sara Groves, Keith and Kristyn Getty, Michael Card, Kim Hill, Stanton Lanier, David Crowder
Host: Chris Fabry

We've been talking about marriage struggles around Christmas, and we continue our presentation of the drama "A Marriage Carol." Judging from the email response and those who have called, there's a nerve we've touched. We talk about the great hope we have because of the reality of what we celebrate at Christmas—God with us. Plus, many people around us are going through painful times, maybe even you. We take time to lay those burdens, struggles and pain before the Lord.

Host: Chris Fabry

Dr. Bill Thrasher and his wife, Penny, have written Putting God Back in the Holidays. How do you do that with people who are antagonistic to your faith? When do you share and when do you just listen? Plus, a bedrock program with Tony Reinke and Dr. Rosalie de Rosset. We tackle how to read a book, what to read, when to read and why to read.

Featured: Bill Thrasher, Rosalie de Rosset, Tony Reinke
Host: Chris Fabry

Is your marriage dissolving before your eyes? Monday we heard from a listener whose husband says he’s ready to call it quits. Dr. Gary Chapman joins us for some hope amidst the pain of a broken relationship. Plus, we hear your story of hope, your story of seeing your marriage go from death to life.

Featured: Gary Chapman
Host: Chris Fabry

We hear an excerpt from Moody Radio's "A Marriage Carol" radio special. And we talk about extravagant gifts. What was the most extravagant present you ever bought or ever received? Share your stories of extravagant presents you wish you had back or that worked out well. Plus, Amy Clipston gave her kidney to a woman and that woman's husband gave Amy's husband a kidney. We hear about the gift-giving that happened, and the friendship that came out of it.

Featured: Amy Clipston
Host: Chris Fabry

The Devil in Pew Number Seven is Becky Alonzo’s story of a horrific event that changed her church, her family and her life forever. She’s confronting the gunman on a popular television program on Friday. Plus, how do you show your non-Christian family members the REAL Jesus? How can you genuinely reach out at this time of year? Join us for the program.

Featured: Becky Alonzo
Host: Chris Fabry

With so many people talking about Jesus nowadays, it can be hard to tell which Jesus you’re worshipping – the real One or an imitation. Moody Radio’s Collin Lambert joins us to talk about the real Jesus. Plus, musician Bebo Norman talks about the rebel Jesus. Don’t miss a stimulating conversation.

Featured: Collin Lambert, Bebo Norman
Host: Chris Fabry

He was named a Global Health Hero in 2005 by Time. He’s a pastor and physician from Uganda working to bridge the gap between doctors and clergy when it comes to combating the AIDS epidemic. Don’t miss an important discussion. Plus, Michael Vanlaningham and Michael Rydelnik are back for a Christmas Bible Q & A. If you have a question about Jesus' birth, the Magi or a passage you've been reading for Advent, join us!

Featured: Peter Okaalet, Michael Rydelnik, Michael Vanlaningham
Host: Greg Wheatley

Mike Nawrocki talks about the new Veggie Tales' DVD, The Little Drummer Boy. And we talk with you about the power of animated Christmas specials, like the Little Drummer Boy, Charlie Brown and Rudolph, and hear what life lessons you learned from these characters. Plus, how do you do the hard thing of not inviting someone for Christmas? A family member with some dysfunction or an addiction—how do you make that decision and stick with it? Jan Silvious joins us to talk about it.

Featured: Mike Nawrocki, Jan Silvious
Host: Chris Fabry

Jeromy Deibler of FFH joins us with some festive yuletide music. We also get a health update on his family. Plus, encouragement for blended families during this holiday season from Ron Deal. We hear about the struggles and the strategies on Monday.

Later this week, it's the return of Larry the Cucumber, Mike Nawrocki of Veggie Tales, tickles your funny bone. We receive a visit from two wise men, Dr. Michael Rydelnik and Dr. Michael Vanlaningham, for your Bible questions. Plus an update of a story about the Devil in Pew #7. All this and more comes up on Chris Fabry Live!

Featured: Jeromy Deibler, Ron Deal
Host: Chris Fabry

Chris read a blog the other day that said something big is about to happen. We are on the cusp of something big God is doing. But there’s a problem. We talk with Dick Staub about it. Plus, it’s the return of 99-year-old Elsie Young. We talk with her about life, Christmases growing up and wisdom she's learned over her years. Our friend 98-year-old Jim Downing stops by, too.

Featured: Dick Staub, Elsie Young, Jim Downing
Host: Chris Fabry

So many people in our culture feel disconnected. Forgotten. Marginalized. Author and speaker Lisa Troyer will discuss finding a place to belong. Should be a helpful discussion. Then, Christmas falls on a Sunday this year. Is your church meeting that day? Will you attend? We talk about what those decisions say about us as a faith family.

Featured: Lisa Troyer, Steve DeWitt
Host: Chris Fabry

A lot of people are out of work. A lot of people are looking for a job. Lee Savage says that 80% of all open jobs are hidden. How can you find them? Plus, single for the holidays. What did you go through during Thanksgiving? How can married people learn to be more sensitive? Join us!

Featured: Lee Savage, Lisa Anderson
Host: Chris Fabry

It’s time for a holiday Toxic Talk Tuesday with Andrea Fabry. She has diligently researched gifts you can give as well as avoid during this festive time of year. Plus, some are upset with Denver Broncos' Quarterback Tim Tebow's constant mention of Jesus. Should he tone it down? Don’t miss a good discussion.

Featured: Andrea Fabry
Host: Chris Fabry

Thanksgiving kicked off the holiday season and we have great programs coming up to help you prepare. We encourage you to let go of Christmas—let go of the expectations and the perfectionism and give it over to the One who said His yoke is easy and His burden is light. Plus, we talk about the connection between food and faith with Leslie Leyland Fields.

Featured: Leslie Leyland Fields
Host: Chris Fabry

She was China’s most wanted woman. One of the organizers of the pro-democracy movement in the late 1980s. An integral part at Tiananmen Square. Tune in to hear the story of Chai Ling, author of A Heart for Freedom. Plus, a "Best of" rebroadcast of our conversation a few months ago about misheard hymn and song lyrics. Don’t miss this humorous and heartwarming conversation.

Featured: Chai Ling
Host: Chris Fabry

Happy Thanksgiving from Chris Fabry Live! We have the perfect program for your meal—instrumental music by Stanton Lanier. Stanton has some thoughts about being thankful, how music can help us worship God and provide an atmosphere for praise. Plus, a "Best of Chris Fabry Live!" featuring the author of Not A Fan, Kyle Idleman. Join us if you long for a relationship with God that goes beyond religion.

Featured: Stanton Lanier, Kyle Idleman
Host: Chris Fabry

The two Michaels are back to talk turkey about the Bible. Whether it’s the Dead Sea Scrolls, a controversial topic at your church or something that doesn’t make sense from either Testament—join us. Then we spend an hour discussing things you’re thankful that DIDN’T happen in your life, something you wanted desperately for God to say yes to, but His “no” is reason for thanks.

Featured: Michael Rydelnik, Michael Vanlaningham
Host: Chris Fabry

He was a lecturer at the University of Georgia and a full-fledged Hitchens-reading, Dawkins-declaring atheist. But something radical happened in Rich Suplita's life. Plus, John Dickson talks about a lost key to life, love and leadership. Every great leader has exemplified "it"—and you can, too. 

Featured: Richard Suplita, John Dickson
Host: Chris Fabry

Mr. Five Love Languages, Dr. Gary Chapman, joins us Monday. We hear the story of a recent interview he gave with the New York Times. We give help for hurting marriages and hear how God has been working in struggling marriages. Plus, we have a special tribute to Glen Kehrein. Learn more about this man of reconciliation with several of his friends. 

Featured: Gary Chapman, Arloa Sutter, John Perkins, Raleigh Washington, Roy Patterson, Wayne Gordon
Host: Chris Fabry

We hear which book, other than the Bible, someone gave you that helped change your world. Plus, Greg Wheatley returns. We hear your fun choir stories and humorous musical moments, perhaps from a Christmas or church setting.

Featured: Greg Wheatley
Host: Chris Fabry

Ed found out in 2001 that he had ALS—Lou Gehrig’s disease. The doctors gave him only a little time. He decided he would make whatever time he had left count. So he made a list of names. We hope Ed’s story encourages you to make your own list. Plus, we have a really encouraging story from a listener who was called “stupid” when she was a child—and the rest of the story will warm your heart. We also talk about protecting our children from sexual predators.

Featured: Ed Dobson, Marian Liautaud, Beth Robinson
Host: Chris Fabry

The Christmas season is upon us and the latest tech toys are out! We check in with Steve Hewitt of Christian Computing Magazine to find out some of the latest breakthroughs in gadgetry. Plus, what if you discovered a special chair that was said to have been constructed by a carpenter in Nazareth 2,000 years ago? We talk about it, as well as restoration in relationships. Don’t miss our conversation with Jim Rubart.

Featured: Steve Hewitt, Jim Rubart
Host: Chris Fabry

The heavens declare the glory of God. So does the human body in all its intricacy and complexity. Tuesday, we talk with biologist Dr. Paul Nelson about what we can learn about God by watching the life-cycle of a butterfly. Plus, how many is too many children? Come with your opinion and leave with some encouragement and hope.

Featured: Paul Nelson
Host: Chris Fabry

At what point do you tell a friend about your incurable condition? How can you not let that condition define you? We deal with a listener's heartfelt question about dealing with dating and a disease. Plus, today is the 41st anniversary of the Marshall University plane crash. Many have seen the movie We Are Marshall. Few know the story of Ed Carter. Ed had a four-year scholarship to play football at Marshall. When he went to his father’s funeral, his mother pleaded with him not to get on the plane to East Carolina. Ed listened to his mother, stayed in Texas and did not play that weekend. Four years later gave his life to God. Hear his inspiring story.

Featured: Bob Moeller, David Fisher, Ed Carter
Host: Chris Fabry

Penn State University is in the news because of sexual abuse issues and many men have had memories stirred that are almost unbearable. We’re going to talk to them and provide some hope for healing with a man who’s been there. And since it’s Veterans’ Day, we want you to hear from a man who was 28 years old when he was at Pearl Harbor in 1941. Hats off to veterans on Friday's program.

Featured: Cecil Murphey, Jim Downing
Host: Chris Fabry

How can you live open-handed in a tight-fisted world? With all the financial fallout and the economic downturn, it’s hard to be generous. But Brian Kluth says you can model God’s generosity. Plus, studies show some good news. Nine out of 10 households own a Bible. Eighty-six-percent of those surveyed say the Bible is sacred or holy. If that's true, why are we in such bad shape? Lamar Vest and Jim Mellado encourage us to engage with the Scriptures.

Featured: Brian Kluth, Lamar Vest, Jim Mellado
Host: Chris Fabry

Forgiveness is one of the hardest things you’ll ever have to do. But until you discover how, you will not fully encounter its healing power. Find out more with Shawn Lantz. Plus, when God calls His people to act in faith, He empowers them. Are you in the baggage, hiding? Or are you fully available for God to use? We talk about getting out of the baggage.

Featured: Shawn Lantz
Host: Chris Fabry

You may have your theological ducks in a row about salvation, God, eschatology and the afterlife. But what happens when the bottom drops out of your life? Do you have a theology of disappointment? Don’t miss our conversation with Rob Bugh. Plus, we extend the program from Monday about getting out of God’s way with a caller you have to hear.

Featured: Rob Bugh, Julianna Slattery
Host: Chris Fabry

Bible scholar and author N. T. Wright gives us a new vision of who Jesus was, what He did and why He matters. Plus, we often hear from people who have it all together and see God working through them. Today, we hear how you may be missing the boat and not see God is really at work in your life.

Featured: N. T. Wright
Host: Chris Fabry

Mark Harris, formerly of 4HIM, talks about the ways God uses the broken pieces and places in our lives for His own glory. Plus, Elsie Young is 99 years old, attended Moody Bible Institute in the 1930s and has seen God work in her life time after time. Tune in for some encouragement as she shares from her life and writings.

Featured: Mark Harris, Elsie Young
Host: Chris Fabry

Joel Rosenberg said Tuesday that he said he did not know his father was Jewish and that he was Jewish until he was in middle school. Have you ever made a discovery like that in your life? Plus, Martin Luther said, "God can make one so desperately bold," something that rings true with Miriam Neff. She talks about the holy boldness God can give.

Featured: Miriam Neff
Host: Chris Fabry

How are you doing at being like Jesus—speaking, acting, and living like Him? Bill Perkins analyzed his own life in comparison with Christ and you hear the results. Plus, musical artist Kim Hill joins us in the studio for some live music that celebrates Christmas.

Featured: Bill Perkins, Kim Hill
Host: Chris Fabry

Joel Rosenberg has written The Tehran Initiative, another pulse-pounding thriller that feels like it’s from tomorrow’s headlines. He joins us to talk about it. Plus, we hear how two families in pain united to make one family, showcasing the grace and mercy of God.

Featured: Joel Rosenberg, Michael and Gina Spehn
Host: Chris Fabry

Matt Mikalatos talks about the different monsters that we encounter and how to defeat the ones in our lives that we most identify with. Plus, what really scares you? Maybe it's public speaking, relationshps, heights, spiders. We want to talk about our real fears and how we combat them.

Featured: Matt Mikalatos
Host: Chris Fabry

There’s a song written by Jackson Browne that was performed by Glen Campbell. During Glen’s rendition, he mis-spoke an important lyric in the meaning of the song. Now why bring this up? Because the mistake is an important theological point we want to talk about. Plus, can praying for your future husband really make a difference? Robin Jones Gunn says YES! She challenges women to faithfully pray for their future spouses, while also asking God to prepare their own hearts.

Featured: Robin Jones Gunn
Host: Chris Fabry

You often have to go through rough waters to figure out what you’re truly anchored to. Pastor and author Tullian Tchividjian has a spiritual theorem: Jesus + Nothing = Everything. Plus, many people have considered or attempted suicide, maybe even you. If you've considered suicide, what is it that brought you back from the brink? Join us for some hope.

Featured: Tullian Tchividjian
Host: Chris Fabry

The coach is back—Tony Dungy talks a little football and a whole lot of devotion to God. If you want to live in an uncommon way every day, the coach can help. Plus, pastor and award-winning author Mark Buchanan talks about spiritual rhythms and how we can replace our busy lives with abiding in Christ.

Featured: Tony Dungy, Mark Buchanan
Host: Chris Fabry

It’s the return of Chris’ personal toxic life coach, Andrea Fabry. She has a quiz she’s going to give you, and she wants to help us in that pivotal place in your house that seems untidy—the restroom, the bathroom. Plus, musical artist Sara Groves is back with a fresh vision of life in song.

Featured: Andrea Fabry, Sara Groves
Host: Chris Fabry

What is your biggest opposition in life? Some will say it's an addiction, some will say it's another person, and many will say it's themselves. But Chris proposes that our biggest opposition in life might be our own unbelief that God will do what He said He was going to do. Plus, our culture is disintegrating before our very eyes because we have neglected moral training. Chuck Colson challenges us to do the right thing and ignite an ethics revolution.

Featured: Charles Colson
Host: Chris Fabry

Mark Gregston helps us work through how parents should handle the "fright" theme with their kids. And some believers view Halloween as a black-and-white issue, but others see no problem with it. We talk about how believers can treat each other with grace despite disagreement about this issue. Plus, we hear which snapshot of Christ's life most speaks to you, some words that He speaks to a crowd are fresh and new to you, a scene that you relate to and shows you He has walked where you’re walking. Don't miss an encouraging program.

Featured: Mark Gregston
Host: Chris Fabry

Dr. Kevin Leman is back. And he’s going to help you have a new teenager by Friday. Plus, an encore visit with singer, songwriter and fellow traveler on the road of life, Michael Kelly Blanchard. Don’t miss his song about his dog, Tippy—it’s one you have to hear.

Featured: Kevin Leman, Michael Kelly Blanchard
Host: Chris Fabry

You may know the song “Beautiful Things.” From the group Gungor, Michael Gungor joins us. The new album is Ghosts Upon the Earth. Don’t miss a conversation with Michael. Plus, we have an encore presentation of an international publishers’ roundtable. Hear their unique perspectives from Asia, Africa and Central and South America.

Featured: Michael Gungor, Ian Darke, Lawrence Darmani, Bernice Lee, John Maust, Rodney Shepherd
Host: Chris Fabry

What’s going on with your teenager? Is it just the ups and downs of adolescence, or is it something more? Dr. Gregory Jantz helps us distinguish between normal teenage behavior and clinical depression. Plus, Keith and Kristyn Getty join us. You know their song "In Christ Alone" and many others. They are in the studio for a great conversation and we hear several songs from their new Christmas CD.

Featured: Gregory Jantz, Keith and Kristyn Getty
Host: Chris Fabry

Dr. David Jeremiah discusses things he didn’t believe would ever happen in the US, including those Wall Street protests. Plus, Dr. Taffy Anderson says there are treasures in the dark places of your life. She is a pastor’s wife, a gynecologist and a survivor of breast cancer. She shares the dark story, as well as the gems that come through the valley of despair.

Featured: David Jeremiah, Taffy Anderson
Host: Chris Fabry

We conclude our five-part series with John Eldredge on Friday. Think about this question: what do you think Jesus thinks of you? Don’t miss a moving conclusion to Snapshots of a Beautiful Outlaw. Plus, Steve Hewitt discusses computers and electronic gadgets, his reflections on the death of Steve Jobs and your questions.

Featured: John Eldredge, Steve Hewitt
Host: Chris Fabry

Thursday, we continue our series with the author of Beautiful Outlaw, John Eldredge. One of John’s points is that religion turns men into nice and sweet and kind and moral guys. But men are passionate and want adventure. As real men encounter the real Jesus, something amazing happens. Don’t miss the continuing discussion with John Eldredge. Plus, Dr. Gary Chapman is back to talk about biblical relationships.

Featured: John Eldredge, Gary Chapman
Host: Chris Fabry

Featured: John Eldredge, Matt Redman
Host: Chris Fabry

We continue our series with author John Eldredge about the Beautiful Outlaw. Our topic Tuesday: the humanity of Christ. We talk about the implications of His humanity for you and me today. Plus, we hear an update about Medad Birungi's son, Jabez. Then, we talk about a different definition of success and what that looks like in the Christian life.

Featured: John Eldredge
Host: Chris Fabry

John Eldredge joins us all week long to discuss the humanity of Jesus. He was not pretending to be human. He really was. Plus, it is a story of revolutionary forgiveness. Medad Birungi grew up in Uganda and was left at the side of the road as child. He shares his story with us.

Featured: John Eldredge, Medad Birungi
Host: Chris Fabry

We hear a portion of Dr. Chuck Swindoll's address from Moody Bible Institute's 125th Anniversary luncheon on October 1. He encourages us to not lose heart, to not forget about the people you are serving, whether in your family, your company or your ministry. Plus, Anne Graham Lotz gives us a wake-up call to live with expectancy about the return of Jesus.

Featured: Charles Swindoll, Anne Graham Lotz
Host: Chris Fabry

He pioneered the concept of the personal computer and introduced iPods, iPhones, and iPads. We talk about the life and death of Steve Jobs and eternity. Plus, we talk about the personal benefits of a well-used Bible in your life and the influence that can have on those around you.

Featured: Steve McConkey, Dennis Hensley
Host: Chris Fabry

Chris saw a really encouraging essay written by a 12-year-old that he wants to share with you. And her observations about her lost earring will instruct you and me. Plus, several well-known people have apologized recently for statements they've made, including Johnny Depp, Hank Williams, Jr., and St. Louis Cardinals' manager Tony La Russa. Were these apologies authentic and real? How do your apologies indicate real remorse? We hear a portion of a 2006 Open Line program with Dr. Gary Chapman and Dr. Jennifer Thomas who talk about the different languages of apology.

Featured: Gary Chapman, Jennifer Thomas
Host: Chris Fabry

Glenn Stanton has spent some time researching the problems with cohabitation. If you have friends who are getting ready to move in together or if you are living with the person you want to marry, you will benefit from this information. Plus, October 4 is an anniversary for producer Tricia McMillan and host Chris Fabry—two wildly different anniversaries. Hear what they've learned in the past three years. And we talk about the journey of faith that happens when you're starting over.

Featured: Glenn Stanton, Tricia McMillan
Host: Chris Fabry

October is Clergy Appreciation Month. Monday, Dr. John Koessler says that preaching is a mysterious act. It is folly that God uses as an instrument of grace and power. Plus, thriller author Ted Dekker takes us to a post-apocalyptic world where every single soul walking the earth is actually dead, even though they appear normal, in his newest book, Forbidden. He shares his passion for writing truth as well as where the themes he explores in his stories come from.

Featured: John Koessler, Ted Dekker
Host: Chris Fabry

Ellie Kay is America’s Family Financial Expert®, a prolific author and you’ve likely seen her in the New York Times, USA Today and on CNN and Fox. Ellie gives us tips on how to get a college degree without going into debt. Plus, for 125 years, Moody Bible Institute hasn’t changed its stance on the fundamentals. Dr. Michael Vanlaningham joins us to talk about the basic doctrines in which Moody believes. We also hear what spiritual metamorphoses you have gone through and how your theology or spiritual life has changed as you've learned more about God and Jesus Christ.

Featured: Ellie Kay, Michael Vanlaningham
Host: Chris Fabry

Dallas Seminary Professor Daniel B. Wallace talks about why we can trust the text of the New Testament. We get an update from Open Doors' Paul Estabrooks about Pastor Youcef Nadarkhani's trial in which the Iranian court ruled he must recant his faith or face execution. And Laura Story shares how the cost of the gospel has impacted her and sings "One Life to Lose." Plus, while the world offers three steps and a positive attitude for hurricane-sized disasters, Michael Sprague says you need to let Him take that disaster and work in and through you.

Featured: Daniel Wallace, Paul Estabrooks, Laura Story, Michael Sprague
Host: Chris Fabry

Barry Manilow recently said that we've lost great song writing in our music today. There is too much reliance on computers and gadgetry. We talk about the gospel in relation to this. Plus, we talk with Ira Wagler about growing up Amish—from his childhood days on the family farm, his Rumspringa rite of passage at age 16, to his ultimate decision to leave the Amish Church for good at age 26.

Featured: Ira Wagler
Host: Chris Fabry

Scam artists are everywhere. They knock on your door, they send you email. We talk with author Terri Blackstock about why we want to believe them. And we hear your scam experiences. Plus, we go to Alabama to talk about the new law the ACLU is fighting where first-time nonviolent offenders can serve their time in jail or church.

Featured: Terri Blackstock
Host: Chris Fabry

If you're a parent with a child in college who has turned away from the faith because of scientific reasons, Dr. Stephen Meyer is here to help. Plus, Rebecca St. James has some information for women about what guys want them to know about dating, love and marriage.

Featured: Stephen Meyer, Rebecca St. James
Host: Chris Fabry

We talk with you about a situation in Illinois and one agency that helps foster children that can’t do what they’ve been called to do because of a new law. Don’t miss that important discussion. Plus, author and speaker Max Lucado helps you discover how your story lines up with God’s Story.

Featured: Clive Craigen, Ken Withrow, Gary Huelsmann, Max Lucado
Host: Chris Fabry

Last week, a 700 Club viewer asked host Pat Robertson about a friend whose wife had Alzheimer's and missed her companionship. We discuss Pat's response and hear what you think. Plus, we hear encouraging stories of courageous marriages, stories of how faith, commitment and love have worked themselves out in marriages dealing with Alzheimer's and other health issues.

Host: Chris Fabry

Do you want a more intimate relationship with God? Pastor Scotty Smith is going to talk about a way to accomplish that through prayer. Plus, the two Michaels are back by popular demand. Dr. Michael Rydelnik and Dr. Michael Vanlaningham of Moody Bible Institute answer your Bible questions.

Featured: Scotty Smith, Michael Rydelnik, Michael Vanlaningham
Host: Chris Fabry

Back by popular demand, Andrea Fabry joins us for a conversation about toxic-free personal care products. Shampoos, skin crèmes, baby lotion, makeup—all toxic-free and you can make them yourself. Plus, he went from political talk show host to church planting. Is it possible to do such a thing? Cisco Cotto shares how God used him in radio and how He's been working in his life since his Chicago radio show was cancelled two months ago.

Featured: Andrea Fabry, Cisco Cotto
Host: Chris Fabry

Dr. Gary Chapman recently celebrated 40 years on staff at his church in North Carolina. He talks about that, as well as taking your questions about relationships - overcoming smoking, grieving the loss of a son, dating and divorce's impact on kids and how to speak your spouse's love language of gifts when money is an issue. Plus, last Friday we spoke with Patricia from Alaska. What began as a conversation about prodigals became something more. When you've been abused by someone who used the Bible to support the abuse, how do you overcome that? Nicole Bromley joins us.

Featured: Gary Chapman, Nicole Bromley
Host: Chris Fabry

Are you living life to the full in the here and now? Ann Voskamp encourages us to do exactly that. You may have read or heard about her book, One Thousand Gifts: A Dare to Live Fully Right Where You Are. Whatever your circumstances, past, present, or future, you can do that. Plus, when you are the parent of a prodigal, you know you can never pray enough. But how do you persevere when you're tired and discouraged? James Banks is a dad who knows the pain of having prodigals. He encourages other parents to keep persevering in prayer.

Featured: Ann Voskamp, James Banks
Host: Chris Fabry

Have you ever had a situation where your spouse saw something holding you back that you didn’t see? We hear about how Chris dealt with this when his wife said something to him about football. And we hear how you've responded when you were confronted about an issue in your life that someone close to you saw that you didn't see. Plus, every Christian is engaged in spiritual conflict. Dr. Tony Evans helps you anticipate where you are vulnerable to attacks and shows you how to use the armor of God.

Featured: Tony Evans
Host: Chris Fabry

Do you spy on your kids? Do you listen in on phone calls? Do you intercept your children’s computer communication? Or do you think that’s an invasion of their privacy? Dr. Meg Meeker joins us. Plus, in keeping with the technology theme, Christian Computing Magazine’s Steve Hewitt evaluates iPads and Android tablets.

Featured: Meg Meeker, Steve Hewitt
Host: Chris Fabry

FamilyLife’s Dennis Rainey says the heredity you inherited is not as important as the legacy you will leave. We discuss cultivating courageous manhood. Plus, some have criticized her for a choice she made to take her seminary education and go to Hollywood. Award-winning stage and screen actress Naima Lett encourages you to use the gifts God has given you.

Featured: Dennis Rainey, Naima Lett
Host: Chris Fabry

Junias Venugopal, Provost and Dean of Education at Moody Bible Institute, challenges us to do things God’s way, even when it’s a struggle. Plus, we hear what impacted you about the tenth anniversary of September 11 attacks.

Featured: Junias Venugopal
Host: Chris Fabry

We wrap up our week of September 11 remembrances with two programs to encourage you. The first deals with an iconic photograph taken on that day 10 years ago. We want you to identify the falling man in your life. Then we hear some music that comforted, encouraged and helped you see God in the midst of that tragedy.

Host: Chris Fabry

How did 9/11 change your life and how is it still changing your life? Or, what came out of that awful day that has proven to be life-changing for you? We talk about that with you. Plus, should Evangelical Christians be upset that they weren’t invited to pray at the 9/11 Interfaith Memorial at the National Cathedral? Greg Wheatley joins our conversation.

Featured: Matt Redman, Greg Wheatley
Host: Chris Fabry

Our look back at September 11 continues on Wednesday. Veteran broadcaster Wayne Shepherd was on the air on September 11, helping listeners process the unfolding events. He joins us, along with producer Joe Carlson. Plus, a pastor from the Brooklyn Tabernacle was an eyewitness to the unfolding events. We talk with Pastor Al Toledo and you.

Featured: Joe Carlson, Wayne Shepherd, Al Toledo
Host: Chris Fabry

This week, we focus on the anniversary of September 11, and our first guest is a popular author and speaker. Jerry Jenkins was in Manhattan on September 11, 2001, and gives us his unique perspective. Plus, when have you taken the road less traveled, the path that you've had to beat down because it is overgrown? We hear how God has met you in those hard times when you've had to make choices or follow a path that didn't make sense at the time.

Featured: Jerry Jenkins, Tricia McMillan
Host: Chris Fabry

Several years ago, we asked you to tell us about your work, what you do every day, and how God uses it. From collecting garbage to nursing to painting monsters to teaching, hear a cross-section of what our listeners do every day on our Labor Day program. Plus, are we shortchanging the work of the Holy Spirit in our lives? Francis Chan says we have neglected the Holy Spirit. Tune in for an encore presentation of our program.

Featured: Francis Chan
Host: Chris Fabry

During life's lowest moments, it is tempting to blame yourself, your circumstances or God. But what would happen if you turned to God and managed to praise Him instead, in whatever way you could? Caryn Rivadeneira encourages you to love life even when it lets you down. Plus, we hear your moments of seredipity, moments where you weren't looking for God to work, but He did. Join us for some encouragement.

Featured: Caryn Rivadeneira
Host: Chris Fabry

Do you know anyone who’s disillusioned with Christianity? If your faith has failed you, join author and speaker Skye Jethani as we rethink the way we relate to God. Plus, we talk with author and radio host Steve Arterburn. Do you feel like you’ve spent your life walking into walls? Steve shows us five blind spots that block God’s work in you.

Featured: Skye Jethani, Steve Arterburn
Host: Chris Fabry

Last weekend, Michele Bachmann jokingly commented that God was responsible for the earthquake and Hurricane Irene hitting Washington, D.C. We explore theology with Professor Raju Kunjummen and examine whether or not God judges people through natural disasters. Plus, how does your church handle distractions or disruptions during the services? We talk about how churches should encourage worship by all ages yet not distract worshippers by disruptive children.

Featured: Raju Kunjummen
Host: Chris Fabry

Tuesday, it's the return of Joe, a caller from last week who feared he wouldn't find a wife. And if he did, he feared she would want children because he doesn't. We get your honest reaction to his honest predicament. Plus, volunteers make a difference in our world every day. How can you motivate people to get involved? Are you a rock solid volunteer? Larry Fowler joins us.

Featured: Steve Yeschek, Larry Fowler
Host: Chris Fabry

Romans 15:13 says, "Now may the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that you will abound in hope by the power of the Holy Spirit." We talk about where hope comes from and how you get it in hard times as we hear your stories of hope from despair. Plus, we hear about a song, a sermon, a study that struck a chord in your heart from this past weekend's church services. Join us for some encouragement from the pulpit.

Host: Chris Fabry

You know Aaron Shust from songs like "My Savior, My God." He has a new album and he joins us in the studio to sing and tell about his family’s brush with tragedy. Don’t miss Aaron Shust. Plus, we want to ask a provocative question. What’s something you said you’d never do that you did? It may be positive or negative—have kids, move to the suburbs, get a dog. Don't miss Friday's program!

Featured: Aaron Shust
Host: Chris Fabry

A popular radio host is encouraging Americans to stand with Israel and show courage against its enemies. Dr. Charles Dyer helps us think through what our individual response should be to the events in the Middle East. Plus, as the wedding season wraps up, two dads, Wes Yoder and Greg Wheatley, join Chris for an honest discussion about the internal battle fathers go through when they "give their daughter away" on their wedding day.

Featured: Charlie Dyer, Wes Yoder, Greg Wheatley
Host: Chris Fabry

What do you fear? Spiders? Public speaking? Financial collapse? Angie Smith struggled with anxiety as a child and fear is one of the major topics of her life story. If you're struggling with fear, join us for some encouragement. Plus, are you immovable, movable or a mover? Don't miss a challenging program with Moody Radio's Collin Lambert.

Featured: Angie Smith, Collin Lambert
Host: Chris Fabry

Andrea Fabry is back with another toxic-free tip for Tuesday, this time for the kitchen. Our personal toxic life coach discusses trouble spots for toxicity in the home. Plus, we’ll take a musical interlude for some encouragement from consummate pianist Stanton Lanier.

Featured: Andrea Fabry, Stanton Lanier
Host: Chris Fabry

We get updates from a couple past guests. Dale Shaylor gives us an update on his recent liver transplant, and Lori Harper, mother of four-year-old Jed who had a rare cancer, updates us on his condition. Plus, how can we prepare college freshmen for the assault on the Christian faith? We talk with Keith Davy, Malissa Mackey and York Moore about the many “truths” that will be vying for their attention and how families can best prepare for what they will face.

Featured: Dale Shaylor, Lori Harper, Keith Davy, Malissa Mackey, R. York Moore
Host: Chris Fabry

It's a very personal program that is going to get political as we feature someone who is running for president. We hear his platform and his promises. And a high school teacher in Florida has been suspended because of a personal Facebook status he posted about same-sex unions. We discuss how we should respond and live as Christians in the culture. Plus, Bob Hostetler says if you’re a teenager and a Christian, you don’t have to apologize about your faith. Don’t check your brains at the door!

Featured: Bob Hostetler
Host: Chris Fabry

If you feel a longing in your heart, a hunger that can’t be satisfied by food or friends or success, you need to hear Margaret Feinberg. She says only God can satisfy those deep longings. Plus, Dr. Paul Maier joins us for a fascinating fictional topic. What if a lost book of the Bible was found? Don’t miss some great conversation on Thursday.

Featured: Margaret Feinberg, Paul Maier
Host: Chris Fabry

Chris canceled his television satellite contract yesterday, but realized that will result in freedom. That freedom will let him make room for something else, something good. We hear what you have given up in your life - clutter in the house, extracurricular family activities, a certain food, busy-ness - and what room it has made for something else. Plus, it's time for school to begin and that means parents are dropping their babies off at college for the first time. Anita Lustrea dropped her son at college yesterday and shares the ups and downs with us. We hear your experiences, too.

Featured: Anita Lustrea
Host: Chris Fabry

One of the top authors in the Christian world, Randy Alcorn, joins us Tuesday. His latest fictional work is the novelization of the film, Courageous, from the makers of Fireproof. We talk with him about what courage really looks like. Plus, the two Michaels answer your questions about the Bible. Don’t miss a stimulating discussion.

Featured: Randy Alcorn, Michael Rydelnik, Michael Vanlaningham
Host: Chris Fabry

How do you approach the topic of moving your parents into an assisted-living facility? Kathy Peel shares her experience and gives tips on how to wade through this conversation. We hear how your conversations with your parents have gone on this topic and also hear from Julie-Allyson Ieron.

Featured: Kathy Peel, Julie-Allyson Ieron
Host: Chris Fabry

At the age of fifteen, Jennifer Rothschild confronted two unshakable realities: blindness is inevitable and God is enough. She shares how she has been able to learn to live out her faith in the dark. Plus, a potpourri of topics as well as hearing how God has made beauty out of the ashes in your life.

Featured: Jennifer Rothschild
Host: Chris Fabry

There is an author who was turned down 60 times before an agent agreed that her book was worth publishing. It became a best-seller. We hear how you have persevered when you could have given up. Plus, what do you do when you've been pursuing a certain path for your entire life and you realize that you've been pursuing it for the wrong reasons, trying to please people with your career choices instead of trying to please God? We talk with Chris Wheeler and you about this.

Featured: Chris Wheeler
Host: Chris Fabry

Often God will not give us what we want until we are ready to give God what He wants. What is God waiting for you to give Him? Pastor James Ford, Jr., joins us to talk about this. Plus, Dr. Kevin Leman has some parenting advice - your child is not a gerbil. If you’re on the gerbil wheel of life, hurrying and scurrying and seemingly getting nowhere but soccer practice, we offer some help and hope.

Featured: James Ford, Jr., Kevin Leman
Host: Chris Fabry

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Chris Fabry Live! - Personality-Driven vs. Mission-Driven // Faith and Football

July 7, 2011

 

Which organizational model do you prefer, the personality-driven or the mission-driven? The July issue of Christianity Today presents an in-depth story about Focus on the Family’s new model. We talk about that in relation to your church, para-church groups, companies and teaching institutions. Plus, the coach of the Auburn Tigers, Gene Chizik, encourages you to go All In. It’s a message that comes from his years in football and plays out in his faith.

 

Featured: Greg Wheatley, Gene Chizik
Host: Chris Fabry

Have you ever had one of those experiences that put life in context, that boiled everything down for you? Pastor Palmer Chinchen had that happen to him in Africa. He shares his story and helps you see that God Can’t Sleep. If you are waiting for daylight during a long night of the soul, join us. Plus, if you’re a single mom, Dr. Meg Meeker wants to give you some hope and help. Don’t miss our Tuesday edition of Chris Fabry Live!

Featured: Palmer Chinchen, Meg Meeker
Host: Chris Fabry