A former Olympic gold medal figure skater shares his journey of finding hope and faith in Jesus, and how it transformed his life and relationships. He discusses how his accomplishments, including his Olympic medals, became idols and how he learned to leverage them for good. He also talks about his battle with cancer and how he found strength in his faith and in serving others. [... more]

Former Olympic champion figure skater Scott Hamilton shares his incredible life story of overcoming adversity, including being adopted, struggling with a mysterious illness, and losing his mother to cancer. He reveals how his failures became learning opportunities and how he discovered fulfillment beyond his success as a champion skater, crediting God's plan and redemption in his life. [... more]

Joseph's dramatic rise from the pit to the pinnacle is a powerful example of God's providence and the importance of humility in leadership. As he becomes second in command in Egypt, Joseph must navigate the challenges of his new position and remain true to his faith. His story teaches us about the dangers of pride and the value of living a God-centered life. [... more]

Marriage is a temporary gift that teaches us about the love of God, but it's not ultimate. Singleness is also a gift that allows us to focus on our relationship with Christ and demonstrate happiness and contentment in Him. Both marriage and singleness have their advantages and drawbacks, and the answer to whether one should get married depends on whether they have the gift of marriage or singleness. [... more]

A list of men who demonstrated unwavering faith and courage in the face of impossible odds, standing alone against hostile forces for the sake of obedience to God, and emerging victorious. Their stories serve as examples of the power of faith, which conquers, struggles, and continues in suffering, ultimately counting on salvation to come. [... more]

Former Olympic gold medal figure skater Scott Hamilton shares his journey of finding faith and a relationship with Jesus, overcoming cancer and a brain tumor, and learning to let go of worldly accomplishments and idols to focus on serving others and spreading hope and love. [... more]

Former Olympic champion figure skater Scott Hamilton shares his incredible story of perseverance and faith, from his childhood struggles with adoption and illness to his rise to fame and his battle with cancer, highlighting the importance of learning from failures and trusting in God's plan. [... more]

Faith-based investing and shareholder advocacy provide opportunities for individuals to make a positive impact on companies and the world through their investments. Chris Meyer discusses the role of shareholder advocacy in promoting kingdom values and creating positive change. [... more]

The discussion revolves around the impact of human activities on the environment, specifically the effects of fossil fuel use on climate change and global warming. Cal Beisner, president of the Cornwall Alliance for the Stewardship of Creation, presents a biblical perspective on the issue, arguing that the environmental movement's emphasis on minimizing human impact on nature is misguided and that humans have a responsibility to optimize their impact on the earth to the glory of God and the benefit of their neighbors. [... more]

Pastor J.D. Greer reframes how we think about marriage and singleness, arguing that both are temporary gifts from God, and that singleness is not an inferior state to marriage. He draws on biblical teachings from Ephesians and 1 Corinthians to emphasize that our ultimate family is not biological, but ecclesiological, and that our happiness and fulfillment should not depend on romantic love. [... more]

Pastor Greg Laurie explores the lives of famous musicians, including John Lennon, Jimi Hendrix, and Alice Cooper, to show that despite their success, they were still searching for fulfillment and meaning in life. He argues that everyone, regardless of their fame or wealth, needs Jesus Christ to find true happiness and purpose. [... more]

The desire to relate to an immortal and transcendent God is a universal longing, but it's challenging due to God's invisible nature. The Bible shows five distinct stages in a relationship with God: rebellion, repentance, request, faith, and intimacy. Understanding these stages can help individuals develop a deeper connection with God and find truth in their lives. [... more]

Instead of giving Americans hope the President was more like a Grinch during his COVID-related remarks this week Guest host Jeff Stein discusses the issues of the day with Mike Huckabee author and speaker Richard Battle Colby Elbridge and David A R White founding partner of Pinnacle Peak Pictures and Pure Flix See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

The desire to relate to an immortal and transcendent God is universal, but it's challenging due to God's invisibility. People often try to create images or idols to represent God, but this is problematic as it limits God's attributes and makes Him into our image. The first step in relating to God is rebellion, followed by repentance, which involves acknowledging one's sinful condition and turning to God. Requesting God's presence and guidance is the next step, as seen in Moses' prayer in Exodus 33. [... more]

The agony of victory is a real phenomenon where people feel empty and defeated despite achieving great success. This is often due to the voice of shame that says we're not good enough, even after reaching our goals. The Bible tells us that only one thing is true about Adam and Eve's relationship - they were naked and felt no shame. Since the fall, the human heart has been riddled with shame, a lie that says until we measure up, we can't be truly acceptable. The only antidote to shame is the grace of God in Jesus Christ. [... more]

The existence and nature of God are fundamental questions that have puzzled philosophers and theologians for centuries. In this series, Skip Heitzig explores the biography of God, examining the evidence for God's existence and the nature of a personal relationship with Him. Through the lens of Hebrews 11, Heitzig delves into the hall of faith, where individuals have demonstrated their trust in God despite the lack of visible evidence. He argues that faith is essential to please God and that it is possible to have a personal relationship with Him, despite His invisibility. [... more]