Episodes
May 4, 2020
Hope Through Cancer With Lisa Stringer
Lisa Stringer, wife of ministry leader Doug Stringer, shares the caregiver's side of the cancer journey and recalls the great things God did in and through her husband's experience with an aggressive lymphoma in his throat. In this episode with host Marti Pieper, learn how "God Did Not Do This to Me" became the couple's watchword through the challenges they faced and how it can be yours too.
May 4, 2020
Preacher Dies of COVID-19 After Evangelizing at Mardi Gras
Street preacher Landon Spradlin died of COVID-19 after evangelizing at Mardi Gras. His story went viral, but his family says his death has been unfairly politicized. Host Jenny Rose Spaudo reports on how he shared the gospel in New Orleans and how the media has reacted.
May 4, 2020
Cast Revealed for Upcoming Christian Romance Film
A bestselling Christian romance novel is being adapted for the big screen, with the author, Francine Rivers, and Roma Downey serving as executive producers. At the end of April, the cast was officially announced. Find out more in this episode with host Taylor Berglund.
May 4, 2020
How to Become a Church That Heals
Dr. Henry Could says we need to look beyond the traditional models of mental health in the church and make sure we're fully following the Scripture in this area. We've all been wounded and can identify with each other in the body of Christ, just as Jesus came to earth and entered into our suffering. Listen to host Chris Johnson's interview with bestselling author and clinical psychologist Dr. Cloud to learn more of how the local church can truly become a church that heals.
May 1, 2020
Former Miss Nigeria USA Sings Hymn Over Dying COVID-19 Patient
When a patient was dying of COVID-19, ICU nurse Idara Inokon sang a hymn over Facetime with his wife. Inokon is also a former Miss Nigeria USA. Listen as host Jenny Rose Spaudo shares this touching story from New York City, which has been besieged by the coronavirus pandemic.
May 1, 2020
Pastor Arrested Multiple Times for Disobeying State Laws
States across America have issued shelter-in-place rules that urge individuals to stay home to mitigate the spread of COVID-19. And for those who disobey those rules, there can be legal consequences. That’s what one pastor in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, discovered recently after openly defying state laws. Find out more of what happened in this episode with host Taylor Berglund.
May 1, 2020
Israel Left Out of Danish Bible Translation
A contemporary Danish translation of the Bible is markedly different than other Danish translations. In this episode with host John Matarazzo, find out how this translation treats Israel and the Jewish people.
May 1, 2020
Pentecostal Megachurch Pastors Deliver Food to Needy Families
Amid the COVID-19 pandemic, well-known Pentecostal pastors Paula White Cain and Jentezen Franklin are delivering food to families in need. Find out more in this episode with host Taylor Berglund.
April 30, 2020
Family Changes Everything With Cheri Williams and Lauren Nelson
COVID-19 is making life harder for people around the world, including for women with unexpected pregnancies and children in unsafe homes. Cheri Williams and Lauren Nelson from Bethany Christian Services describe to host Jenny Rose Spaudo just how much life is changing for these two vulnerable groups. But they also share how the Holy Spirit is moving.
April 30, 2020
Child's Prophetic Dreams Speak to End of Coronavirus
Will and Dehavilland Ford’s 7-year-old son told them about a dream he had, with some variation, night after night. Little Benjamin's parents felt that God was speaking directly through their son about the coronavirus pandemic. Find out in this episode with host John Matarazzo what the Fords are doing in response.
April 30, 2020
Christian University Fires Professor With History of Sexual Abuse
A Christian university in Ohio recently fired a theology professor from its faculty after more details came out about his past history of sexual abuse. The president of the university issued a public apology for ever hiring the professor. Find out why he was hired in the first place in this episode with host Jenny Rose Spaudo.
April 29, 2020
Ohio Pastors Lead the Way to Reopen Economy
In an open letter to their state's governor, more than 100 North Central Ohio pastors have joined together to ask for the Ohio Department of Health Director’s stay-at-home order to expire May 1. Learn more in this episode with host John Matarazzo.
April 29, 2020
How COVID-19 Is Hurting Persecuted Christian Refugees With Christy Staats
COVID-19 has impacted lives around the world, and persecuted Christian refugees are no exception. Christy Staats, who works with the Evangelical Immigration Table, says it's important to clear away the misconceptions people often have of refugees in order to understand God's heart for them. Listen as Staats shares with host Jenny Rose Spaudo what believers in the West can do to help and pray today.
April 29, 2020
David Platt’s Secret Church Experiences Possible Cyberattack
David Platt’s annual "Secret Church" event switched to streaming only this year due to the coronavirus pandemic. But the event hit a snag when users were prevented from viewing it live—due to a possible cyberattack on the website. Find out more in this episode with host Taylor Berglund.
April 29, 2020
Assemblies of God Missions Leader Makes Miraculous Recovery From COVID-19
Several staff members of Assemblies of God World Missions are making a miraculous recovery from COVID-19. One of them is Executive Director Greg Mundis. Hear this great report from host Jenny Rose Spaudo and find out more about how Mundis recovered from his life-threatening battle with the coronavirus.
April 28, 2020
Jewish Agency Predicts High Aliyah Numbers
The chairman of an organization overseeing aliyah—or the migration of international Jews back to their homeland of Israel—predicts that the number of aliyahs will rise dramatically after the COVID-19 crisis ends. Learn more in this episode from host Taylor Berglund.
April 28, 2020
Shooter Arrested After Firing at Duck Dynasty Family’s Home
A shooter drove by and fired into reality TV celebrity Willie Robertson’s home in Louisiana. The former stars of Duck Dynasty were, thankfully, unharmed, and they give God all the credit for that. Find out more in this episode with host Jenny Rose Spaudo.
April 28, 2020
Viewers in Middle East Turn to Christian TV for Reassurance
People in the Middle East and North Africa are watching Christian television more during the coronavirus pandemic. Find out what's driving this increase in viewership in this episode with host John Matarazzo.
April 27, 2020
LGBTQ Supporters Protest New York City Field Hospital Ministry
An LGBTQ group is protesting against Christians helping during the COVID-19 pandemic in New York City. Host John Matarazzo reports on what's behind their protest against Franklin Graham's relief organization.
April 27, 2020
Christian Organizations Team Up to Fight COVID-19
A Christian organization is working to make sure everyone has information on how to fight COVID-19 and get the treatment they need—from the comfort of their own home. Find out more in this episode from host Taylor Berglund.
April 27, 2020
Most Pastors See End-Times Signs in Current Events
A recent survey showed most pastors see signs of the end times in current events related to the coronavirus pandemic. The study also showed that 97% of pastors say they believe Jesus Christ is coming back soon. Find out more about this study in this episode with host Jenny Rose Spaudo.
April 27, 2020
How Coronavirus Is Affecting Persecution in Middle East With Vernon Brewer
Vernon Brewer, founder and president of World Help, says the coronavirus pandemic is affecting Christians in the Middle East, especially in countries where persecution is the worst. And yet God is moving in mighty ways, bringing many to salvation. Listen as Brewer shares exciting stories of revival with host Jenny Rose Spaudo.
April 25, 2020
Church Attendance Spikes During COVID-19 Quarantine
A recent Faithlife survey shows that churches’ mid-week attendance is spiking during the coronavirus quarantines. The study found some other encouraging trends as well, and host Jenny Rose Spaudo shares the results in this episode.
April 25, 2020
More Than 100,000 People Saved During Virtual Events
They’re calling it the "Great Quarantine Revival." Nick Hall's ministry, Pulse, hosted a series of virtual evangelistic events during Easter week, which ultimately resulted in more than 100,000 salvations. Find out more about this great news in this episode with host Taylor Berglund.