On this episode of Our American Stories Frankie Avalon became a household name before he turned twenty With hits like Venus and Why he dominated the Billboard charts during the golden age of American pop But while many teen idols faded Avalon evolved He starred alongside Annette Funicello in a string of beach party films that captured the imagination of a generation Decades later he returned to the spotlight in Grease performing Beauty School Dropout as Teen Angel a moment that introduced him to millions of new fans Frankie Avalon reflects on his music career and how he kept performing [... more]

What book of the Bible reminds us that life is short and wisdom means making the most of the time God has given us Ecclesiastes This remarkable book refuses to let us avoid one of life's most uncomfortable realities our time here is brief Life under the sun is fleeting our accomplishments will not last forever and eventually every one of us will leave behind everything we have accumulated But Ecclesiastes does not confront us with mortality simply to make us somber It reminds us that life is short so we will learn to receive it as a gift And [... more]

In Daniel - we get to peek into a throneroom We see a king on his face A pagan king at that King Nebechadnezzar confesses the greatness of Jehovah He tells Daniel Surely your God is the God of gods and the King of kings And He is The awesomeness of our great God is captivating May His beauty captivate us today [... more]

A recent study found that looking at sunrises and sunsets can have a positive impact on our mental health If we think about this from a biblical perspective it is not so surprising [... more]

What are you carrying that was never meant to be yours In this episode of Masculine Journey After Hours the guys continue their conversation about the yoke Jesus invites us to take one that is easy and whose burden is light Through memorable movie clips from Love and Other Drugs The Lord of the Rings The Return of the King City Slickers and Cinderella Man they explore why we often choose self-reliance over surrender and why accepting help whether from God or others can be one of the hardest things we ever do Together they discuss the struggle to believe [... more]

On this episode of Our American Stories at years old Victoria Arlen's body began shutting down Eventually she lost the ability to move or communicate and spent nearly four years in a vegetative state while doctors told her family she would never recover What they didn't know was that Victoria was still there She could hear them understand them and remember everything Then one day she blinked twice for her mother and proved she had been there all along Victoria would go on to win Paralympic gold become a world record holder and broadcaster learn to walk after a decade [... more]

Did God Create Everything That's the question Pastor John Munro explores on this episode of The Verdict as he continues the series What Would You Ask God Whether it's the beauty of nature we see around us or the skills and talents we find within ourselves it all has an author [... more]

Share a commentGod says no to David and it's not because David's motives are wrong That's what makes the moment so unsettling David wants to build a house for God a temple that would feel like the ultimate act of devotion and then Nathan returns with a reversal you will not be the one If you've ever had a dream that looked right felt right and still got denied you'll recognize the punch of that kind of disappointment We follow the story all the way through the emotional turn of one small word but The plans change the path shifts [... more]

Please text us your thoughts on this episode We love hearing from you Gospel Blessings In this powerful series from Him We Proclaim Pastor John Fonville takes us deep into the heart of the gospel where astonishment meets assurance and where grace becomes the foundation for true obedience Whether it's the boy Jesus in the temple revealing His divine mission the Spirit's outpouring at Pentecost or the profound comfort found in the promises of the Good Shepherd each message unfolds the beauty and sufficiency of Christ Through passages in Luke John Romans Corinthians and more we explore the work of [... more]

Share a commentOne careless insult can light a fuse that years of faithfulness never triggered We watch David the future king of Israel go from steady endurance to a sword-strapped march of revenge after Nabal dismisses him with contempt The shock is the point character isn't only tested by massive crises but by smaller slights that poke our pride If you've ever been cheated overlooked or repaid with harshness after doing good you'll recognize the disease of me that turns pain into payback We follow the story of Abigail and David in Samuel where Abigail shows up with courage generosity [... more]

Share a commentA single insult can reveal what's been building in the heart for weeks maybe years We start with a haunting phrase the disease of me and track how selfishness and resentment can spread through a team a family or a church until people who should be grateful become petty reactive and hard To make it concrete we retell an unforgettable sports moment from the Los Angeles Lakers the team rallies without its star then falls apart when the spotlight returns It's a picture of what happens when recognition matters more than character Then we open our Bibles to [... more]

God is the Creator, and we are managers of His gifts. Understanding our role as managers is crucial to living for the glory of God and fulfilling our purpose on this planet. [... more]

Pastor John Monroe discusses the importance of seeing Jesus through the lens of Matthew's Gospel, highlighting the transfiguration as a supernatural transformation that reveals the glory and majesty of God. He emphasizes the need to keep our eyes on Jesus, to see him in the Bible, in the fellowship of believers, and to behold God, in order to experience spiritual growth and transformation. [... more]

A landmark case in Texas challenged the state's cosmetology laws, which required eyebrow threaders to spend nine months in a private beauty school learning unrelated skills. The Institute for Justice defended the case, arguing that the law was unconstitutional under the Texas Constitution and the federal rational basis test. [... more]

The Republican Party is facing a demoralized base, and President Trump is warning that if Democrats take over, it will be the end of the Trump presidency. Meanwhile, the Democrat Party is struggling with the rise of radical candidates, and some are calling for a return to moderation. In Tennessee, Democrats won historic victories, including control of the Knox County Board of Education and the Hamilton County Commission. The Patriot Games, a national athletic competition, is underway, and Jackson Cressman, a 17-year-old from Mississippi, is representing the Mid-South. Congressman Ralph Norman is running for the Senate in South Carolina, promising to be a conservative leader and a strong advocate for the Second Amendment. [... more]

The exploitation of children through social media platforms is a growing concern, with companies like Facebook and Roblox being accused of targeting vulnerable youth and failing to protect them from predators. Experts argue that the companies have the technology to enforce guardrails and create protections for their users, but are instead prioritizing profits over people. [... more]

Solomon, at 20 years old, prayed to God for wisdom, and God granted him a wise and understanding heart, allowing him to become the wisest man who ever lived. The book of Proverbs is a collection of Solomon's wisdom, offering practical advice on how to live a virtuous life, and promises that those who take seriously the wisdom contained in the Proverbs will be kept and have discretion. [... more]

Paul teaches that true greatness means becoming a servant of all, and that humility is the key to living a life worthy of the gospel. He encourages believers to prioritize others, put their needs ahead of their own, and to be united with one another in love and humility. The ultimate example of true greatness is Jesus Christ, who humbled himself to serve and give his life for others, and who calls believers to follow him in the same way. [... more]

A group of men share their personal stories of overcoming fear, addiction, and brokenness through God's healing and sanctification. They discuss the importance of vulnerability, confession, and community in the healing process, and how God uses their experiences to help others find hope and freedom. [... more]

The US administration's handling of the Iran ceasefire has sparked controversy, with some factions pushing for a more lenient approach. Meanwhile, a pastor in Louisiana is facing charges for allegedly beating a man who made threatening comments about his family. Additionally, a Florida man was arrested for attempting to pull over an undercover police vehicle and another for hiding a teenage girl in a clothes dryer. The discussion also touches on the importance of self-care and managing inflammation, with a focus on natural remedies and supplements. [... more]