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A Call to the Nation

Carter Conlon

March 08, 2026

A man possessed by demons is set free by Jesus, demonstrating the incredible power of the Son of God to deliver people from spiritual bondage and inner turmoil. Many people today struggle with feelings of hopelessness, addiction, and mental health issues, but Jesus offers freedom and redemption. He calls people to come to Him as they are, without needing to get their lives together, and to worship Him in the midst of their struggles. [... more]

Faith And Finance

Rob West

February 25, 2026

How Education Is Changing the Future for Uganda’s Girls with Aaron Griggs

Millions around the world are stuck in generational poverty, but the body of Christ is working together to break this cycle. Faith and Finance is partnering with Cross International to lift 250 kids in Malawi, Uganda, and Zambia out of poverty and introduce them to the love of Jesus. [... more]

A New Beginning

Greg Laurie

January 21, 2026

Never Lose Hope | Hope in the Noise

A relationship with God is the answer to hopelessness, and He gives second chances to those who seek forgiveness and salvation. Pastor Greg Laurie shares the story of Jonah, illustrating how God can use even the most unlikely people to spread His message of hope and redemption. [... more]

Renewing Your Mind

R.C. Sproul

December 13, 2025

The Only Gospel

The gospel is about Jesus giving Himself for our sins to deliver us from this present evil age, and it's a message of grace. Paul is passionate about ensuring the gospel is pure, and he warns against adding works to the gospel, which distorts its true meaning. [... more]

The Verdict

John Munro

October 23, 2025

When Life Hits a Brick Wall, Pt. 2

A weeping widow stands in a Moabite graveyard, her life having hit a brick wall. Naomi's journey teaches three principles: spiritual disobedience brings disastrous consequences, God's sovereign purposes sometimes bring pain and suffering, and God tenderly watches over his people, working everything for their ultimate good and glory. [... more]

A Call to the Nation

Carter Conlon

September 21, 2025

What to Do When Hope is Lost

Many people today live with feelings of hopelessness, wondering if they've lost the favor of God. However, God's mercy and power repeat themselves throughout history, and He can bring people out of darkness and into strength through Jesus Christ. The story of Jesus and Lazarus demonstrates that God's timing is not always our own, and He can raise us from the dead, giving us a new heart, a new mind, and a new future. By removing the stone of unbelief and hardening our hearts, we can move towards the sound of God's voice and experience His power and mercy. [... more]

Hope in the Mourning Ministries

Emily Curtis

August 26, 2025

When the Valley is Dark: Hope in Depression

A pastor shares his seven-year battle with depression, describing the intense emotional pain and feelings of abandonment by God. He talks about the importance of friendship and support during difficult times, and how God used his friends to provide comfort and strength. The conversation highlights the need for Christians to be honest about their struggles and to seek help from others, rather than trying to fix everything on their own. [... more]

Family Life Today

Dave and Ann Wilson

July 24, 2025

How to Walk With God When You Don’t Want to Live | Christine M. Chappell

A mother shares her journey of struggling with depression, hopelessness, and emotional pain, and how she found hope and healing through her faith in God and the support of her husband and community. She discusses the importance of seeking help, being honest about one's struggles, and finding rest and refuge in God, even in the midst of chaos and uncertainty. [... more]

A New Beginning

Greg Laurie

March 20, 2025

Believing Is Seeing | Being Salt and Light in a Broken World

Pastor Greg Laurie explores the question of why God allows suffering, explaining that it's due to sin in a fallen world. He shares the story of the blind man healed by Jesus, highlighting the importance of faith and following God's commands, and encourages listeners to take steps of faith in their own lives. [... more]

In Touch

Charles Stanley

February 05, 2025

From Alienation to Reconciliation - Part 2

Reconciliation with God is possible through Jesus Christ, who took the initiative to bridge the gap between humanity's sinfulness and God's holiness. By trusting in Jesus as Savior, individuals can be reconciled to God and experience freedom from guilt, condemnation, and wrath. [... more]

Our American Stories

Lee Habeeb

December 03, 2024

The Boys of Milo: Ted Godlove

Ted Godlove, a Marine Corps veteran, shares his harrowing experiences during the Vietnam War, including a recon mission where he encountered Jesus and was told to 'go back.' He recounts his close calls, heroic actions, and the lasting impact of war on his life. [... more]

Grace To You

John MacArthur

November 11, 2024

The Preacher of the Good News A

The concept of the good news, or gospel, is explored as a reality that counters the dire spiritual condition of every human being, brought about by sin. The gospel is seen as a message of salvation, forgiveness, and hope, which transforms lives and gives meaning to existence. [... more]

A New Beginning

Greg Laurie

October 15, 2024

Hope Is on the Way | From Despair to Hope

Pastor Greg Laurie emphasizes the importance of hope in the face of hopelessness, pointing to Jesus Christ as the source of hope and redemption. He shares biblical encouragement and examples of how to live out this hope, including being heralds of the Gospel and helping others not to lose hope. [... more]

A New Beginning

Greg Laurie

September 19, 2024

Never Lose Hope | Where to Find Hope

A story of Jonah's rebellion and God's mercy, illustrating the importance of a relationship with God and the power of second chances. Pastor Greg Laurie shares his study of Jonah, highlighting the prophet's struggles and God's ultimate plan for redemption and forgiveness. [... more]

Growing in Grace

Eugene Oldham

August 04, 2024

New Life for Dry Bones

God's power to bring life from death is demonstrated in the resurrection of Jesus Christ, and in the vision of Ezekiel chapter 37, where God commands Ezekiel to preach and pray to bring hope to a hopeless people, and to demonstrate His glory through the miraculous resurrection of the dead. [... more]

Our American Stories

Lee Habeeb

July 17, 2024

The Boys of Milo: Ted Godlove

Ted Godlove, a Marine Corps veteran, shares his harrowing experiences during the Vietnam War, including a recon mission where he encountered Jesus, and how it changed his perspective on life and death. [... more]

The Urban Alternative

Tony Evans, PhD

June 19, 2024

There Is An Appointed Time

The book of Ecclesiastes explores the human search for meaning and purpose in life, revealing that seeking fulfillment in time can lead to emptiness and frustration. Dr. Tony Evans shares insights on how to find enjoyment and happiness in life while being productive and responsible, and how to avoid the pitfalls of workaholism and vanity. [... more]

Truth for Life

Alistair Begg

May 14, 2024

Living on Dead–End Street (Part 2 of 2)

Alistair Begg teaches from 1 Samuel chapter 28, highlighting the dangers of presumption and the consequences of rejecting God's truth. Saul's desperate attempt to contact Samuel through a medium ultimately leads to his downfall, illustrating the hopelessness and despair that can result from ignoring God's sovereignty. In contrast, Jesus offers a hope that can overcome even the darkest of circumstances. [... more]

What's Right What's Left

Pastor Ernie Sanders

May 06, 2024

WRWL Hour 1

The United States is facing a hopelessness crisis, with two-thirds of Americans believing the country will become economically weaker. Mental health issues are on the rise, with 17.8% of adults suffering from clinical depression. The American dream is dying, with 57% of renters saying they will never own a home. The Biden administration is accused of setting up Trump with classified documents, and the election industrial complex is being exposed as a corrupt system. [... more]

What's Right What's Left

Pastor Ernie Sanders

May 05, 2024

WRWL

The explosive new film, Flynn, Deliver the Truth Whatever the Cost, exposes secrets behind the government's takedown of General Michael Flynn, a respected general who knew the intel world's dirty secrets and ordered an audit of contractor use, setting off alarm bells. The film covers the facts behind this scandal and the truth that Flynn told, making him the most dangerous person for Donald Trump to hire. [... more]