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Chris is going to ask a simple question about your weekend. What did you see that warmed your heart, brought a tear to your eye or gave a little hope in a hard season? Hear what made Chris look up, and hear listener's stories! See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The eternal, redemptive plan of God came to fruition 2,000 years ago. On a special Good Friday edition of Chris Fabry Live, author and emeritus professor of English at Wheaton College Dr. Leland Ryken will give us a literary guided tour of the poetry of redemption. Don’t miss the poems and Scripture that lead us into a deeper understanding of these events. See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Thursday on Chris Fabry Live, we’re going to the garden. All you need to sum up the anticipatory grief of Jesus is encapsulated in the word, “Gethsemane.” Nancy Guthrie and Heather Holdsworth will join Chris as they visit this difficult scene and see the Savior’s anguish, the disciples’ failure to stay awake, and the struggle of the garden. Don’t miss Thursday’s . See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
He’s written about men’s issues, men’s struggles, finishing well, and leaving a legacy. On Chris Fabry Live, as we continue the celebration of the passion of Jesus, Robert Wolgemuth encourages men to read the Bible. He also talks about how the Scriptures bring life to our Holy Week preparation. Hear about the help and hope the Bible offers. See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
That traveling troubadour of the soul, Michael Card, returns to talk about Passion Week, the last few days of the earthly ministry of Jesus. The Messiah poured out His life and expressed "hesed" to us. Michael defines that word as, "When the one who owes you nothing gives you everything." Let's talk about Jesus! Don't miss Michael Card on Chris Fabry Live. See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A man who has worked behind the scenes at Moody Radio for many years is retiring. His name is Dan Craig. Chris and Dan are going to rehearse some of the twists and turns, the circuitous route God has had him on that eventually led to Moody Radio. All of those experiences point to the goodness of God. Need some encouragement for your soul? Don't miss . See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Have you ever gone through a change that you didn't like and didn't ask for? A loss that's hard to deal with at work or in life in general? Hear a story from a radio colleague who wrote Chris and said, "For a long time I was mad at you." Learn how that anger worked for good and tell your story to encourage someone else. Don't miss . See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
It’s a no-holds-barred, no-verses-verboten conversation with those boys of boys of the Bible, those men of the Moody Commentary, (they put the chat in eschatology), the Two Michaels, Dr. Michael Rydelnik and Dr. Michael Vanlaningham. In a rare-recorded-in-studio version of the program, you’ll hear questions about verse memorization, the questions the Michaels WISH they would hear—and more. Don’t miss the biblical fun on Chris Fabry Live. See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
What if your limitations—the things you feel are holding you back from being all you can be—what if those limits are a gift from God? Author and homeschooling mom of seven Sara Hagerty details the struggles she's had with the weakness and limits of her life. How do you find beauty in your boundaries? Don't miss the conversation on . See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Does God listen when you talk with Him? Does He care about what you're feeling? Author and speaker Leslie Leyland Fields believes you can experience transformation when you pray the Psalms. How do you dialog with God no matter your pain, struggle, or doubt? What prayer exercises might help you engage more with Him? Don't miss the practical conversation on . See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
What are the dumbest things people tell women concerning how to be godly? That's a question author and speaker Elyse Fitzpatrick asked on social media—and the response was immediate and overwhelming. And she believes the weariness many women experience is a misunderstanding of what being a godly woman really means. Don't miss the encouragement, Monday on . See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
It’s one of the most real and raw conversations we had in the last year. A famous singer won a Grammy for a song she wrote. In part of the lyrics, she talks about grace finding her. What were the lengths God went to in order to find you? How long did He circle your block? How long did He knock at your door before you let Him in? Don’t miss the encouragement on a best-of conversation on Chris Fabry Live. See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In the middle of suffering, is it possible to live with hope instead of despair? Author and psychiatrist Dr. Curt Thompson shares how God can transform our lives from the inside out. He believes many are so focused on avoiding pain that we’ve never really learned how to suffer well. Don’t miss this message of hope, on Chris Fabry Live. See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On a best-of Chris Fabry Live, the music and heart of Ben Fuller. The story behind his music is filled with struggle, addiction, and grace. Ben’s life was spiraling because of drugs and alcohol and he decided to pursue a country music career. Someone invited him to church…and his life and music forever changed. Don’t miss the hopeful conversation with Ben Fuller on the next Chris Fabry Live. See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Can God help you overcome a broken past? Bryan grew up in Houston and became a gang member and drug dealer. His life was out of control. But there were some men in Louisiana who saw something in him. They gave him a second chance. And several after that. Hear how Bryan came out of the darkness and into the light, on Chris Fabry Live. See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hiding inside every man is a little boy. For some this kid is healthy and strong. For others he’s insecure. Afraid. And Angry. Coming up on Chris Fabry Live, author and speaker Patrick Morley addresses what he calls, “the fraternal order of broken boys”. These are men suffering silently from an unbroken cycle of childhood pain. Hear about the freedom available-- on Chris Fabry Live. See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Two roads diverged in a yellow wood. Which road did you take? A listener recently wrote, "I am at a fork in the road regarding staying in my current job or turning in my notice." What was your fork in the road? That decision might not look as big now, but your story might encourage someone else. Forks in the road—don't miss . See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
If you're not a pastor, a missionary, a full-time Christian worker—does your work matter? Jordan Raynor says most believers have a concept that says secular work is second rate to God. But after research and looking closely at Scripture, he says your secular work is sacred. Does your job matter for eternity—even when you're not sharing the Gospel? Don't miss . See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On the next you'll hear a discussion of the topic of "gray divorce." A guest on the program received this message: 'My 66-year-old mom just told me she and my dad are divorcing. I'm in shock. They've been married 39 years. What are they thinking?' If you are asking that same question about your parents, or you are making a gray divorce decision, don't miss . See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
When's the last time you memorized a verse or a passage from the Bible? If you have given up on that—because you can't even remember names—don't miss Glenna Marshall. She has motivation, encouragement, and practical tips on how to hide God's Word in your heart so that you can meditate on it. Don't miss the biblical encouragement on . See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Just as Melissa was about to release her magnum opus into the world, the unthinkable happened. She and her family experienced a huge loss. You'll hear about that loss and how it informs what she's written about in the book . You want to train up your child in the way he or she should go, but how do you do that? How do you encourage your child's uniqueness, creativity, and joy? Hear Melissa Hannigan's story on . See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
When did someone value you enough to give you time, attention, words? You'll hear the story of a man who called a radio program 30 years ago and the impact that conversation had on him. Then, it's your turn to talk about the person who made you feel like you were the only person in the room. Have a story like that? Share it with us on . See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Want to change the culture? Dr. Kathy Koch says you can do that if you'll raise children to embrace biblical character. We will talk about the problem of prioritizing behavior modification over instilling character. Why is that so important and how do you do it? Have you intentionally decided to parent differently? Don't miss . See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
We are living in a world that is increasingly isolated, fractured, and lonely. And the church can feel the same. Author and pastor Vermon Pierre says when you are dearly loved by God, you can love Him and others from the overflow. But how do you do that when you're in the middle of a church split? Don’t miss . See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Are you struggling with making a beginning of life or end of life medical decision? Bioethicist and Senior Fellow at The Center for Bioethics and Human Dignity Dr. John Kilner will join us. He'll help us think through what he calls, "ethics at the edges of life." Don't miss the practical help for difficult issues on . See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tim and Kathy had a rocky marriage, full of struggle, conflict, even infidelity. Something happened to Tim and Kathy that transformed their marriage and their lives. If you're going through a difficult marriage, if there are dark secrets you've kept from each other, hear about the healing and hope available through God's power. Don't miss the story on . See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Don't miss Friday's ! You will hear a conversation that will encourage you and get to know other listeners better. Chris might toss out a question that leads you to some good place of the heart. He could have a guest who will bring some interesting perspective on life. And, of course, there's always the Fabulous Fabry Friday Sigh. Join Chris on his next excursion of the soul, and the daily get-together at the Radio Backyard Fence. See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
If you’ve ever been rejected, you won’t want to miss Chris Fabry Live. In a best-of broadcast, two guests will discuss the life, ministry, and legacy of Mary McLeod Bethune. She was a graduate of Moody Bible Institute, an educator, stateswoman, and Civil Rights leader. Don’t miss the encouragement from the life of this amazing woman today on Chris Fabry Live. See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
If you’ve been hurt by your father, don’t miss this episode of Chris Fabry Live. Did he neglect you, reject you or abandon you? Maybe he was just indifferent. Kia Stephens joins us on a best-of broadcast to tell her story of the fallout of that broken trust in her life. It can deeply affect your relationship with God. How do you overcome your father wounds? Don’t miss Chris Fabry Live. See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
You see an awful lot of incivility and conflict in today's world. Road rage, rancor in politics, even in the church. Pastor and author Nate Pickowicz believes what we need most is an infusion of God's kindness and compassion. If you're overwhelmed with your circumstances, what might happen if you lean into the kindness of God? Find out on . See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
