Episodes

Christians in the West often wonder how they can be praying for persecuted believers around the world. But Dr. Michael Youssef, founder of Leading the Way, says persecuted Christians are actually praying for their brothers and sisters in the West. Listen as Dr. Youssef explains to host Jenny Rose Spaudo why the persecuted are praying for believers in the West.

Fears of antisemitism are growing in the Jewish community. In this episode with host John Matarazzo, find out why many Jewish people feel less safe than they did a decade ago.

Darren Wilson made the inspirational testimony films Finger of God and Father of Lights. Now he wants to share testimonies of faith in a time of fear, during the coronavirus pandemic. Find out how to submit your testimony in this episode with host John Matarazzo.

A new study from an evangelical organization has found that as a result of the coronavirus pandemic, church giving has dropped even below the levels posted during the 2008 financial crisis. Find out more in this episode with host Taylor Berglund.

Police arrested David Benham outside an abortion clinic in Charlotte, North Carolina. The pro-life Christian influencer says the arrest was unlawful and, as a result, he’s suing the city. Find out more in this episode with host Jenny Rose Spaudo.

Contemporary Christian music singer Sandi Patty has recovered from the coronavirus. In mid-March, the singer tested positive for COVID-19 and warned people to take it seriously. Listen as host Jenny Rose Spaudo shares what the singer's concerns with the virus were in her case.

The LA Dream Center is taking the lead in caring for the people of Los Angeles. In this episode with host John Matarazzo, find out how God is using businesses, politicians and celebrities to support their ongoing efforts.

When Dede Laugesen realized how bad Christian persecution was around the world, she knew she had to do something to help. Listen to hear how Save the Persecuted Christians is championing the rights of underprivileged believers in this series episode with host Jenny Rose Spaudo.

Sy Rogers, a pastor and a leading Christian voice on sexuality, has reportedly died this month after a battle with kidney cancer. Find out about the legacy he leaves behind in this episode with host Taylor Berglund.

More than 100 churches in Ohio are taking a stand against the influence of Eastern religion in their state's public schools. Learn more in this episode with host John Matarazzo.

Derwin Gray, founding and lead pastor of Transformation Church in Indian Land, South Carolina, explains to host Taylor Berglund how the Beatitudes can shape our response to COVID-19. He talks about the inspiration behind his upcoming book, The Good Life, how the early church modeled love in a crisis and how to find true happiness in the midst of a pandemic.

Don Shenk and his team at The Tide Global Radio Ministry work hard to help persecuted Christians around the world hear Christ-centered radio shows in their native language. Listen as Shenk shares with host Jenny Rose Spaudo about the persecution believers are suffering as they follow Jesus.

Tragic news broke this weekend through The Washington Post after the paper reported that up to 30 bishops from the Church of God in Christ (COGIC) denomination had died from COVID-19, also known as the coronavirus. Host Taylor Berglund shares in this episode what COGIC is doing as a result.

Gospel Music Association Hall of Fame singer Gary McSpadden died recently after battling cancer for several weeks. Tune in as host Jenny Rose Spaudo reflects on the well-known artist's musical and spiritual legacy.

A Covid-19 drug used in Israel has seen amazing results with severely ill patients. Now that same drug has been used on a critically ill patient in the U.S. Learn more in this encouraging episode with host John Matarazzo.

In the midst of a global pandemic brought on by COVID-19—also known as the coronavirus—Gateway Church pastor Robert Morris says God has fulfilled a 20-year old prophecy over Gateway. Find out more about the prophecy in this episode with host Taylor Berglund.

Several popular pastors have decided to take advantage of the coronavirus isolation to show off their hidden musical talents. Find out who has what talent in this episode with host Jenny Rose Spaudo.

Despite all the bad news surrounding the Covid-19 pandemic, church leaders are reporting some refreshing good news. Church Answers founder and CEO Thom Rainer says God is doing good things through the local church. Learn how in this episode with host John Matarazzo.

Willow Creek Community Church lost its founding pastor, Bill Hybels, when he stepped down in 2018 in the wake of a sex scandal. Now, two years later, the church has found a new senior pastor. Listen as host Jenny Rose Spaudo reports on how the church found new leadership in this difficult season.

When as a couple, you face a storm such as job loss, financial pressure, a family member's illness or the death of a child, will your marriage hold up? If you're not in a storm right now (and with COVID-19, most of us are), you will be. In this episode, authors Gene and Carol Kent share the godly secrets they've learned to help give your marriage "Staying Power." Listen to this engaging interview hosted by Marti Pieper.

Steve Douglass took over the leadership of Campus Crusade for Christ, now called Cru, after Bill Bright concluded his tenure. Now, after decades of service, Douglass is leaving the presidency of one of the largest Christian ministries in the world. Find out what's next for Cru in this episode with host John Matarazzo.

At the time of this recording, COVID-19—also known as the coronavirus—has killed more than 128,000 people worldwide and infected over 2 million. In the face of this tragedy, a well-known intercessor is calling for Christians to get on their knees. Find out more in this episode with host Taylor Berglund.

Franklin Graham's Samaritan’s Purse organization set up a field hospital in New York City to help patients with COVID-19. But lately, LGBT activists have been opposing the work because of the charity’s statement of faith. Learn more in this episode with host Jenny Rose Spaudo.

California pastor and evangelist Greg Laurie saw thousands come to Christ on Palm Sunday. Many may have attended the online service that day, thanks to a tweet from President Donald Trump. Learn more as host John Matarazzo shares how Holy Spirit drew thousands to Harvest Christian Fellowship that weekend.