Episodes

Aug. 15, 2019

Prophetic Activism | Love at the Core With Dr. John Perkins

For decades, Dr. John Perkins has been leading the fight for biblical justice and racial reconciliation in the church. But he has powerful advice for the next generation of activists. He tells host Taylor Berglund that the most important truth to remember is the simplest: Love is the only thing that can drive out hatred and evil. Listen to this powerful conversation.
Aug. 14, 2019

Pentecostal Church May Have Covered Up Abuse for 30 Years

Four women have accused Calvary Gospel Church—a United Pentecostal church in Madison, Wisconsin—of covering up child sexual abuse and manipulation for over 30 years. Listen to find out more from host Taylor Berglund.
Aug. 14, 2019

American Missionary Sued After Kids Die in Her Clinic

An American missionary says God gave her a dream to open a center for malnourished children in Uganda. But now Ugandan mothers are suing this woman for impersonating a medical doctor after their children died in her care. Learn more in this report from host Taylor Berglund.
Aug. 13, 2019

Robert Morris Preaches at Gateway Prison Campus

Gateway Church has recently been building multisite locations inside prisons to minister to inmates. This month, the church’s well-known pastor, Robert Morris, went to the prison to preach the message firsthand. Listen to learn what happened from host Taylor Berglund.
Aug. 13, 2019

Hillsong Worship Leader Clarifies His Faith Is on Shaky Ground

Former Hillsong worship leader Marty Sampson made headlines when he said he was losing his faith. But now, the artist is clarifying that he hasn’t entirely renounced Christianity. What does that mean? Find out from host Jenny Rose Spaudo in this episode.
Aug. 12, 2019

Prophetic Activism | Fully Pro-Life With Shane Claiborne

Plenty of Christians say they're pro-life. But some Christians believe being pro-life goes beyond abortion—it also means being anti-death when it comes to war, gun violence and even the death penalty. Author, speaker and activist Shane Claiborne talks to host Taylor Berglund about how death-row inmates are being redeemed by Jesus, why nonviolence intimidates many Christians and what it means to truly live out the gospel of Jesus Christ (and not the gospel of American nationalism).
Aug. 12, 2019

Hillsong Worship Leader Announces He’s Losing His Christian Faith

Hillsong worship leader Marty Sampson announced this month he is leaving the Christian faith. He says there are too many "contradictions" to account for, and he wants the "genuine truth." Host Jenny Rose Spaudo shares more of this story in this episode as well as how other Christian leaders are responding.
Aug. 12, 2019

Whole Foods Sponsors Drag Queen Story Hour

The Whole Foods health food store recently sponsored "Drag Queen Story Hour." In response, the American Family Association is urging believers to boycott the popular store. Listen to learn more from host Jenny Rose Spaudo about this threat to the family.
Aug. 9, 2019

Prophetic Activism | Love Anyway With Jeremy Courtney

Jeremy Courtney, founder of the global humanitarian organization Preemptive Love, moved to the Middle East after 9/11 with a plan to save Muslims. Then the Holy Spirit confronted him about his own heart. Courtney talks to host Taylor Berglund about how true reconciliation requires vulnerability, how it's important to love people for who they are and how listeners can become peacemakers in their own communities.
Aug. 9, 2019

Supreme Court to Rule on Transgender Lawsuit Against Christian Business

The U.S. Supreme Court has decided to take a case involving a transgender rights group and a Christian funeral home. Listen as host Jenny Rose Spaudo reports on this unusual case that involves an employee of the funeral home.
Aug. 8, 2019

Study: Most Christians Are Born Into Their Faith

In the Great Commission, Jesus commands His followers to go into the world and make disciples. But in the United States, the vast majority of believers weren’t evangelized—they were just born into their faith, according to new research by Barna Group. Listen to find out more about this study from host Taylor Berglund.
Aug. 8, 2019

Trafficking Victim Cyntoia Brown Freed From Prison After 15 Years

Cyntoia Brown was trafficked and raped as a young girl. At 16, she killed her abuser and was convicted as a murderer. Fifteen years later, she’s now freed from prison. Listen as host Jenny Rose Spaudo reports on this case that won attention from Hollywood celebrities.
Aug. 7, 2019

Lauren Daigle Makes 'Billboard' History

After the crossover success of her most recent album and single, Lauren Daigle became the first Christian artist to hit this major "Billboard" milestone. Listen as host Taylor Berglund reports on Daigle's amazing accomplishment.
Aug. 7, 2019

Suspicious Package at Church Turns Out to Be Fake

Members of an Indiana church got quite a scare recently when they found a suspicious package in their church break room. Listen to find out how it got there and what happened next from host Jenny Rose Spaudo.
Aug. 7, 2019

Assemblies of God Allows Divorce Due to Domestic Violence

The Assemblies of God recently convened to pass resolutions and update the church’s bylaws. The denomination has now included a provision where divorce is permissible—in the case of domestic violence. Listen as host Taylor Berglund shares the details of this change for the Pentecostal denomination.
Aug. 6, 2019

New Gift Card Scam Targets Worshippers

A new scam is targeting Christians and other people of faith. Scammers are tricking people into giving them money through gift cards. Listen as host Jenny Rose Spaudo reports on what's happening and learn how to protect your bank account.
Aug. 6, 2019

Young Seminary Student Dies on Honeymoon

A young seminary student died on his honeymoon at a Florida beach. His heartbroken widow spoke out about the accident. Listen as host Jenny Rose Spaudo shares how you can be praying in the wake of this loss.
Aug. 5, 2019

Christian Leaders Condemn Spirit of Violence After Mass Shootings

America was left reeling after two mass shootings broke out the first weekend of August. Listen to this episode as host Taylor Berglund reports on what happened and how Christian leaders responded to these tragedies.
Aug. 5, 2019

Prophetic Activism | Jesus as the Ultimate Revolutionary With Hal Donaldson

It's one thing to know about the injustice going on in the world. It's another thing to get out there and do something about it. Hal Donaldson, author of "Disruptive Compassion" and president and co-founder of Convoy of Hope, says Jesus is the ultimate example of a revolutionary who changed culture. He shares practical tips for how to embody kindness, justice and compassion in your community and start doing something.
Aug. 2, 2019

Joyce Meyer’s Great-Grandson Heals Back Pain

Evangelist Joyce Meyer recently said her great-grandson was the agent God used for an incredible healing miracle—at just 2 years old. Host Taylor Berglund reports on what happened and asks if the anointing runs in families.
Aug. 2, 2019

Kanye West Says He Is 'Born Again'

Rapper Kanye West says he became a "born-again Christian" a few years ago, according to a recent podcast with Nicki Minaj. That began his recent series of faith-based endeavors. Listen as host Taylor Berglund shares more about Kanye's background and relationship with God.
Aug. 2, 2019

Prophetic Activism | Loving Your Neighbor With Mark Anderson

So many people want to go out and help the nations, but how many of us help the people in our own hometown that need us most? Mark Anderson is the co-director of We Are Family, an organization in Washington, D.C., that has reached out to and aided inner-city seniors for 15 years. Anderson and host Taylor Berglund discuss this often-overlooked justice issue.
Aug. 1, 2019

Geneticist Says Scientific Evidence Supports Biblical Creation

Geneticist Dr. Georgia Purdom says scientific evidence actually supports biblical creation. Evolutionists, she says, have to shoehorn the evidence into their beliefs about the past. Host Jenny Rose Spaudo shares in this episode why Dr. Georgia Purdom is convinced of the Bible’s account of creation.
Aug. 1, 2019

Prophetic Activism | Serving the Least of These With Brian Duss

For the last three years, the refugee crisis has been one of the most-discussed issues in politics. But while others are discussing the problems, Christian humanitarian organization World Vision is out there actively serving refugees. World Vision's Brian Duss shares with host Taylor Berglund what believers need to know about refugees and why we have a biblical mandate to help them now.