Selections from Job The unfair criticism continues so how does Job respond With grace even under immense pressure Pastor Chuck Swindoll explores Job's unwavering trust in God during a season of deep pain Job Even though Job couldn't locate the presence of God understand His plan or justify God's permissions he wholeheartedly trusted in Him Believe God is still in control [... more]

Selections from Job The unfair criticism continues so how does Job respond With grace even under immense pressure Pastor Chuck Swindoll explores Job's unwavering trust in God during a season of deep pain Job Even though Job couldn't locate the presence of God understand His plan or justify God's permissions he wholeheartedly trusted in Him Believe God is still in control [... more]

Congressman Chuck Edwards is appealing directly to his House colleagues in a letter ahead of an expected censure vote stemming from the ethics investigation that preceded his decision to end his reelection campaign Theresa Opeka of Carolina Journal joins the program to discuss Labor Commissioner Luke Farley recognition of astronaut Christina Koch and her North Carolina roots Andrew Pomeranz of Carolina Journal examines the growing role of prediction markets in North Carolina elections including both their expanding reach and potential risks See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

Selections from Job How should believers wisely respond to false accusations Tune in to hear Pastor Chuck Swindoll talk about Job's shrewd response to Zophar's painfully inaccurate accusations Job Compare and contrast the lives of the righteous and wicked When responding to an accuser stay calm speak truth and get tough Let the Lord defend you [... more]

Selections from Job How should believers wisely respond to false accusations Tune in to hear Pastor Chuck Swindoll talk about Job's shrewd response to Zophar's painfully inaccurate accusations Job Compare and contrast the lives of the righteous and wicked When responding to an accuser stay calm speak truth and get tough Let the Lord defend you [... more]

Matt Slick Live Live Broadcast of is a production of the Christian Apologetics Research Ministry CARM Matt answers questions on topics such as The Bible Apologetics Theology World Religions Atheism and other issues You can also email questions to Matt using info carm org Put Radio Show Question in the Subject line Answers will be discussed in a future show Topics Include What About Alter Calls Matt Discusses The Peace That Results From God Choosing The Elect Chuck Missler and The Hour of Darkness A Recent Convert to Catholicism Matt Attempts to Talk Reason August [... more]

Selections from Job In Job Bildad seeks to infuse fear into Job by focusing on the terrors of death Job courageously responds But as for me I know that my Redeemer lives and he will stand upon the earth at last Job Pastor Chuck Swindoll presents lasting lessons on suffering hope and the assurance of salvation Discover how to reprove another individual at the right time and in the right way More importantly encounter the Redeemer Job predicted many years prior to His actual arrival [... more]

Selections from Job In Job Bildad seeks to infuse fear into Job by focusing on the terrors of death Job courageously responds But as for me I know that my Redeemer lives and he will stand upon the earth at last Job Pastor Chuck Swindoll presents lasting lessons on suffering hope and the assurance of salvation Discover how to reprove another individual at the right time and in the right way More importantly encounter the Redeemer Job predicted many years prior to His actual arrival [... more]

Selections from Job Job desperately needed grace-filled words from his family and friends The absence of grace might have hurt Job the most In this message encounter the second round of condemning reminders from Eliphaz to Job Job Pastor Chuck Swindoll expounds on Job's despondent spirit and the necessity of grace God develops a unique faith in the seasons when fog clouds everything and you cannot sense His presence Lean into His sustaining amazing grace especially through the uncertainty [... more]

Selections from Job Job desperately needed grace-filled words from his family and friends The absence of grace might have hurt Job the most In this message encounter the second round of condemning reminders from Eliphaz to Job Job Pastor Chuck Swindoll expounds on Job's despondent spirit and the necessity of grace God develops a unique faith in the seasons when fog clouds everything and you cannot sense His presence Lean into His sustaining amazing grace especially through the uncertainty [... more]

Selections from Job Job's third friend Zophar assaults Job in his grief-stricken state with incorrect accusations Zophar's pride blinds him into believing Job knows nothing of God's character Listen to Pastor Chuck Swindoll talk about the traps of arrogance legalism and insensitivity Job Watch as Job refuses to fall under Zophar's legalistic requirements Examine Job's pleas to God as he seeks to know Him more deeply Understand that you are accountable to God for your life and faith and not to human-based dictates Trust Him [... more]

President Donald Trump has endorsed Republican Jennifer Balkcom in North Carolina's th Congressional District while new questions are emerging over campaign funds connected to outgoing Congressman Chuck Edwards and a Las Vegas trip Meanwhile North Carolina has secured nearly million in federal funding for rail safety improvements and track upgrades across the state Mitch Kokai of the John Locke Foundation joins the program to discuss a major court ruling finding that North Carolina has failed to meet its constitutional obligation to maintain and protect the state's fisheries Plus a judge has ruled that former Governor Roy Cooper will not be [... more]

Selections from Job Job's third friend Zophar assaults Job in his grief-stricken state with incorrect accusations Zophar's pride blinds him into believing Job knows nothing of God's character Listen to Pastor Chuck Swindoll talk about the traps of arrogance legalism and insensitivity Job Watch as Job refuses to fall under Zophar's legalistic requirements Examine Job's pleas to God as he seeks to know Him more deeply Understand that you are accountable to God for your life and faith and not to human-based dictates Trust Him [... more]

Selections from Job Instead of bringing sympathy and comfort Job's second friend advises him with dogmatic truth Even if his theology was correct his method of sharing caused harm Pastor Chuck Swindoll examines the counsel from Bildad plus Job's response in Job Job longed for a mediator who could stand between him and God Believers today have the perfect mediator in Jesus Christ look to Him and point others toward the same [... more]

Chuck Swindahl offers practical and honest counsel on responding to bad counsel, shame, and pride, drawing from the story of Job, and emphasizes the importance of faith, trust, and seeking God's guidance in times of confusion and struggle. [... more]

When someone you love is suffering deeply and it's totally unfair, what do you say to restore their confidence? Chuck Swindahl takes us deeper into Job's painful exchange with his friend Elifez, a man who started gently enough but couldn't resist delivering a verdict. Chuck shows us how accusation has a way of quietly replacing compassion, and how a person drowning in grief doesn't need a lecture, they need a lifeline. [... more]

Job's misery had company, with three friends showing up to comfort him, but their advice was faulty and only made things worse. Chuck Swindahl explores the importance of good counsel and the dangers of bad counsel, drawing from the book of Job and the wisdom of Proverbs. [... more]

Representative Jennifer Balcombe, a two-term member of the North Carolina House, has been selected by Republicans in western North Carolina to replace Congressman Chuck Edwards as the GOP nominee for North Carolina's 11th congressional district. Balcombe plans to bring her focus on making life more affordable for working families, improving community safety, and supporting farmers to Washington, D.C. as she faces off against Democrat Jamie Ager in the November general election. [... more]

Chuck Swindahl explores the depths of human suffering in Job chapter 3, offering a word of grace for those who've poured out their unedited emotions. He shares personal anecdotes and biblical insights, emphasizing God's understanding and ability to handle our darkest moments. [... more]

The 11th Congressional District GOP Executive Committee is set to meet in Buncombe County to choose the GOP's replacement candidate for United States House after Congressman Chuck Edwards' resignation. Meanwhile, Miss North Carolina USA Brittany Bolton House was stripped of her title due to alleged violations of the Miss USA organization's standards, which she believes may be related to her conservative views and Mormon faith. [... more]

Chuck Swindal explores the difficult journey of Job, who falls into deep depression despite his deep faith, and how the church often fails to provide a safe space for confession. Job's story reveals the raw, unfiltered voice of a man crying out from the depths of his humanity, 'O God, where are you?' [... more]

The intersection of faith, family, and societal trends is explored through discussions on Prison Fellowship, Chuck Colson's legacy, and the importance of family and marriage. The conversation also touches on the consequences of loneliness and aging, as well as the clash of civilizations and the implications of Huntington's thesis. [... more]

North Carolina's 11th congressional district is set to choose a new Republican candidate after Congressman Chuck Edwards dropped out of the race due to a House Ethics Committee report. The district's executive committee will meet Monday to select a replacement nominee. Meanwhile, the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction marked the first anniversary of Superintendent Mo Green's five-year strategic plan, launching a public dashboard and pointing to four record results as evidence of progress. The plan aims to make North Carolina's public education system the best in the nation by 2030. In other news, the North Carolina General Assembly has taken action on two pieces of legislation, House Bill 958 and House Bill 834, dealing with elections across the state. The bills have undergone significant changes, with some provisions being moved from one bill to the other. Dr. Andy Jackson from the John Locke Foundation joins the Carolina Journal News Hour to discuss the latest developments. Additionally, new data from the 2025 North Carolina High School Youth Risk Behavior Survey shows that North Carolina has returned to and exceeded pre-pandemic levels across nearly all reported measures, with encouraging percentage drops in student safety, risk behaviors, and mental health. [... more]

The Bible contains a chapter that is often skipped, but it's a raw and honest portrayal of a man at the end of his rope, struggling with depression and loss of intimacy with God. This chapter, Job 3, is a powerful reminder that even the godly can experience deep emotional pain and that it's okay to not be okay. [... more]

A major political bombshell unfolds in North Carolina as Congressman Chuck Edwards announces he will not seek re-election, leaving a vacancy in the 11th congressional district. The Republican Party will select a replacement nominee, and the candidate will face Democrat Jamie Ager in the election. Meanwhile, the North Carolina General Assembly is considering a hemp ban and election laws, with the governor planning to veto the legislation. [... more]

A good husband listens well and tells his wife the truth, while also taking his role as her spiritual encourager seriously, teaching her about God with gentleness and grace. Friends care enough to come without being invited, respond with sympathy and comfort, openly express the depth of their feelings, aren't turned off by distasteful sights, and understand so they say very little, providing a quiet, steady gift of simply showing up and staying. [... more]

A new generation of conservatives is reevaluating the legacy of former President Richard Nixon, who was brought down by the establishment they believe targeted President Trump. This renaissance is partly due to new scholarship and a desire to tell the rest of the story, including the transformative impact of Jesus Christ on the life of Chuck Colson, Nixon's special counsel who was embroiled in the Watergate scandal. [... more]

Congressman Chuck Edwards announces he's dropping out of his reelection campaign after a House ethics committee found him in violation of House rules related to sexual harassment and creating a hostile workplace. Meanwhile, North Carolina lawmakers are debating hemp regulation, with some advocating for a ban on THC products and others pushing for a more nuanced approach. A bipartisan group of officials has also formed a partnership to combat fraud and protect taxpayer money. [... more]

A man's integrity is tested when he loses everything, including his health, and his wife's words cut to the bone. Job's response to his wife's advice teaches husbands valuable lessons about listening, speaking truthfully, and modeling verbal purity, while also sharing spiritual guidance and wisdom. [... more]

A North Carolina congressman is facing calls for censure after being found in violation of the House Code of Conduct. Meanwhile, the state's pension fund has posted a $17 billion gain, but concerns about Social Security's solvency are growing. Additionally, data centers are becoming a contentious issue in North Carolina, with some localities imposing moratoriums on their expansion, citing concerns about energy usage and noise pollution. [... more]

Chuck Swindahl draws three timeless principles from Job's darkest hour that speak directly to where many of us find ourselves right now. Principles about trials and about a God who is sovereign over every circumstance. even the ones that make no sense. [... more]

Charles Colson's unlikely journey from President Nixon's 'Hatchet Man' to founding the largest prison ministry in the world, Prison Fellowship, has transformed millions of lives. With programs like Angel Tree, Prison Fellowship advocates for biblically based justice reform, trains wardens, and provides hope to families and prisoners through the gospel. [... more]

A godly man, Job, faces seemingly senseless tragedy and unfair suffering, losing everything he built and loved, including his ten children. Despite his pain and isolation, Job holds fast his integrity and faith in God, refusing to curse Him, even when his wife urges him to do so. [... more]

A man who lost everything in a single afternoon finds his way to worship, demonstrating a heroic endurance in the face of devastating news, and teaching us to hold everything loosely, understanding that everything we have is on loan from God. [... more]

A man's life is forever changed when he loses everything, including his children, in a series of devastating events. As he struggles to understand why God has allowed such tragedy, he finds strength in his faith and becomes a hero in the face of unimaginable loss. [... more]

The Bible teaches that there is a real enemy, Satan, who seeks to play tricks on our minds and conquer us. God's sovereignty is full of mystery, and He permits trials that we do not deserve. There is a plan we explore, but we will not understand, and it is best. We must come to terms with the enemy and acknowledge his presence in our lives. There are consequences we experience that we could not anticipate, but they are necessary for our growth and development. [... more]

The story of Job, a man of unparalleled piety and prosperity, takes a drastic turn when calamities strike, leaving him penniless, homeless, and childless. Chuck Swindahl explores the biblical account of Job's life, highlighting the themes of God's sovereignty and the nature of Satan, the accuser, who seeks to destroy Job's faith. [... more]

A good man, Job, is reduced to a twisted mass of brokenness and grief after an extraordinary accumulation of back-to-back disasters, leaving him penniless, homeless, helpless, and childless. His story raises questions about the nature of suffering, faith, and God's silence in the face of pain and unfairness. [... more]

The spiritual awakening of the United States is attributed to George Whitfield, a man who played a pivotal role in the country's founding. His story is a testament to the transformative power of faith, particularly in times of weakness and grief. A spiritual experience, as described by theologian A.W. Tozer, can be a profound and life-changing event that prepares one to touch the lives of others. [... more]

Mary's response to the angel's announcement shows her humility and trust in God's plan, even when faced with impossible situations. She receives the message and welcomes the plan, demonstrating a willingness to accept God's will, no matter the circumstances. This story serves as an application for us to be messengers of hope, just like the angel, and to receive the message of eternal life through Jesus Christ. [... more]