North Carolina's midterm elections are over but several close races remain unresolved as election officials review provisional ballots and prepare for potential recounts Andy Jackson of the John Locke Foundation joins the program to explain the post-election canvassing process and how outstanding ballots could affect the final results NCSBE Meanwhile Republican State Sen Jim Burgin has entered the race to become the next president pro tempore of the North Carolina Senate joining several lawmakers seeking to replace longtime leader Phil Berger Donald Bryson of the John Locke Foundation examines Michael Whatley's defeat in the U S Senate race including the [... more]

Do you feel blessed when things go well and cursed when you face difficulty Find out why your circumstances aren't a litmus test for whether or not God loves you Listen to Truth For Life as Alistair Begg examines Jesus' Sermon on the Mount ----------------------------------------- Click here and look for FROM THE SERMON to stream or read the full message This program is part of the special sermon 'The Beatitudes from Fifty Thousand Feet' Learn more about our current resource request your copy with a donation of any amount Helpful Resources - Learn about God's salvation plan - Read our [... more]

Generosity is often something we practice on our own We identify a need support a ministry or give to a cause we care about But what happens when we invite others to join us Giving circles offer a way to make generosity more collaborative relational and joyful When believers come together with a shared purpose their collective giving can make a meaningful difference not only in the lives of those receiving support but also in the hearts of those giving Lacie Stevens Senior Partner at Generous Giving has seen this firsthand After spending more than two decades as a financial [... more]

What happened in the midterm elections and what does it mean for the future of America On this episode of Truth Talk Live Dr Shah joins Ryan Hill and John Galantis to examine shifting voter demographics changing political attitudes and the questions surrounding America's cultural and spiritual direction The conversation explores why younger voters particularly men ages appear to have shifted politically and what factors may have contributed to the changes From economic concerns and social media influence to leadership education and the role of the church the hosts discuss what Christians can learn from the election results [... more]

Governor Josh Stein is celebrating major Democratic gains in North Carolina's midterm elections including the party's projected takeover of the state House for the first time since During a Wednesday press conference Stein outlined his priorities for the upcoming legislative session including education funding Hurricane Helene recovery public safety and affordability He also urged lawmakers to work together and questioned the need for a post-election legislative session Carolina Journal Andrew Pomeranz of Carolina Journal joins the program to examine the changing balance of power in the General Assembly with Democrats leading in House districts and Republicans holding a narrow - [... more]

When Christians think about faithful stewardship generosity often comes to mind first We ask how much we should give where our gifts should go and how we can use our resources to bless others But what about the money we don't give away Faithful stewardship extends beyond charitable donations It includes our savings investments businesses and everything else God has entrusted to our care And that raises an important question How can we use all of our resources not just what we give to advance God's purposes Aimee Minnich Co-Founder Chief Impact Officer and General Counsel of the Impact Foundation [... more]

In this sobering episode of Truth Talk Live Peter Rosenberger challenges listeners to look beyond election results and examine the spiritual condition of America and their own hearts As the nation debates political victories leadership and the future Peter asks a deeper question Instead of demanding an explanation from God for what He has allowed should we first examine what we have allowed From abortion and child abuse to human trafficking addiction pornography and moral compromise Peter considers the devastating consequences of a culture that increasingly excuses what Scripture calls sin [... more]

North Carolina Democrats scored major victories in Tuesday's midterm elections with former Gov Roy Cooper defeating Republican Michael Whatley in the U S Senate race flipping a seat previously held by Republicans Democrats also captured competitive congressional districts and won control of the North Carolina House marking a significant shift in the state's political landscape Mitch Kokai of the John Locke Foundation joins the program to recap the election results examine the Republican losses and discuss what Democratic gains mean for state government Andy Jackson of the John Locke Foundation breaks down voter turnout including participation by party and the [... more]

Russ Andrews explores the progression from sin to judgment to mercy Through the books of Hosea and Habakkuk this message examines God's holiness the consequences of turning away from Him and the hope of forgiveness redemption and eternal life through Jesus Christ [... more]

Sometimes we treat prayer as a last resort In reality it's our best option And sometimes it's our only option So many of us could testify to the power of prayer and even tell a story of how God came through just in the nick of time So why aren't we calling on God more often And why don't we let Him use us to step out boldly for Him We'll consider those questions today on A NEW BEGINNING as Pastor Greg Laurie helps us examine the feeding of the in John chapter Become a Harvest Partner today and join [... more]

Dr Stanley examines Ephesians to teach about the full armor of God Donate https store intouch org donate generalSee omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

Jesus never promised us a life without trouble In John He tells His disciples In the world you will have tribulation But take heart I have overcome the world Those words remind us that difficulty is an unavoidable part of life but we never have to face it alone Whether we're navigating financial uncertainty a family crisis or an unexpected loss God's presence and faithfulness remain constant Howard Dayton author teacher and founder of Compass Financial Ministry has spent decades helping Christians apply biblical wisdom to their finances In his book Your Money Counts he explores an important question How [... more]

Should you follow your heart when caregiving leaves you exhausted anxious or overwhelmed In this episode of Hope for the Caregiver Peter Rosenberger explores what the Bible says about trusting your heart and how family caregivers can respond with wisdom instead of reacting out of fear guilt or exhaustion Drawing on four decades of caring for his wife Gracie Peter brings biblical encouragement to the emotional challenges of caring for a loved one with a chronic illness or disability Through Jeremiah Proverbs Mark and Ecclesiastes he examines the difference between acknowledging strong feelings and allowing those feelings to direct your [... more]

North Carolina's early voting period has officially ended with millions of ballots cast ahead of Tuesday's midterm elections The program examines final turnout figures including participation among Republicans Democrats and unaffiliated voters Meanwhile North Carolina Supreme Court Justice Phil Berger Jr is exploring a potential run for chief justice in after announcing he would not seek reelection to his current seat A Democratic-aligned organization is also drawing attention for efforts targeting Republican voters in North Carolina's judicial races Bryce Fiedler of the Carolinas Academic Leadership Network joins the program to discuss recommendations from a state education task force where a [... more]

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What does it look like when a father and son share the same passion for preaching the Gospel and reaching people for Jesus In this inspiring episode of Truth Talk we sit down with evangelist and pastor Clayton King and his son Jacob King for a powerful conversation about faith family ministry and the next generation of Gospel messengersClayton shares insights from more than years in ministry including his message at the Refuel Pastors and Church Leadership Conference about overcoming burnout discouragement and spiritual exhaustion Drawing from the story of Elijah in Kings he explains why even faithful servants of [... more]

What if one of the biggest lies many Christians believe is that their heart is still hopelessly wicked In this episode of The Masculine Journey the guys take an honest look at what Scripture really says about the heart of a believer While many are familiar with the verse describing the heart as deceitfully wicked they explore the powerful promise that God gives His children a new heart one transformed by His Spirit Through biblical discussion personal testimony and memorable clips from The Waltons and Despicable Me the conversation examines the difference between our old sinful nature and the new [... more]

In this episode of Finishing Well certified financial planner and bestselling author Hans Scheil and Host Robby Dilmore explores an innovative and alternative approach to securing long-term care protection funding through annuities Highlighting that many individuals find themselves unable to qualify for traditional long-term care insurance due to sudden health events or strict medical underwriting Scheil introduces a solution that offers a much more flexible path forward Listeners will gain practical insights into how long-term care annuities utilize simplified health statements rather than invasive underwriting making coverage accessible even for individuals managing conditions such as diabetes heart disease stroke cancer [... more]

Someday someone else will steward the resources God has entrusted to you But will they be prepared for that responsibility Many families devote considerable time and attention to estate planning They establish wills create trusts and develop strategies to transfer assets efficiently Those are important steps but they address only part of the challenge Preparing the next steward involves more than preparing an inheritance It involves preparing the person who will receive it David Wills President Emeritus of the National Christian Foundation NCF and a contributor to FaithFi's newest Field Guide How Do I Prepare the Next Steward joined the [... more]

How well do you handle the difficulties of life When trials come how can you honor God in the midst of them John MacArthur helps you answer those questions by showing you the importance of following godly examples So to be strengthened to serve God faithfully even through trials be here for John's study called A Faith That Pleases God Click the icon below to listen [... more]