In this classic interview Pastor Greg Laurie speaks with author and speaker Joni Eareckson Tada about God's sovereignty and why He permits suffering in this world What follows is a classic conversation that touches on Christmas Heaven and how we can glorify God in our broken bodies You'll learn about the grace and amazing nature of God and how He can and does work everything out for good to those who serve Him This conversation is encouraging for those suffering through hard times or who have a loved one that is going through a difficult trial Joni shares the words [... more]

JR talks about the Nets being completely justified in suspending Kyrie Irving for at least games [... more]

Today's episode features Ren and Teresa from the National Child Protection Task Force Listen as she shares the amazing working The Lord God is doing in Nepal A warning this program contains sensitive content Listener discretion is advised Call the National Human Trafficking Hotline NHTH at - - - https www ncptf org National Child Protection Task Force Peace Rehabilitation Center PRC http peacerehab org [... more]

Evangelist Michael Bowen gives an emotional sermon to why we should hate this world tune in to hear his insightful message [... more]

The sunshine state isn't always sunny when Evangelist Michael Bowen starts a new life in Florida finishing his rehabilitation program The devil tempts him once more what did Michael do find out on this episode of Jesus Breaks the chains [... more]

Today Nikita is joined the studio by good friend and former professional wrestler Mr Number One George South for another exciting episode of questions and answers [... more]

Today's episode features Nikita speaking with former professional wrestler Lodi of Raven's Flock [... more]

Lynsi Snyder is the owner and president of the In-N-Out Burger company She grew up in a loving Christian family and had a special bond with her father His struggles with drugs and alcohol addiction ultimately took his life when she was years old This tragedy created a huge hole in her heart for love and affirmation Despite knowing the Lord Lynsi has married times and divorced times When Lynsi felt trapped in a pit of despair God met her there and lavished her with love and acceptance restoring her sense of identity in Jesus Christ Part of There's no [... more]

Special Guest Host Bill Mixon interviews Mark Hogsed the executive director of Forsyth Jail Prison ministries Jessica Wynns CEO CO Founder of Bright Lights Technology Learn about how covid is affecting inmates What technology Bright Lights is using to help stop the spread of covid [... more]

My son Geoff was leaving a store when he saw an abandoned walking frame a mobility aid on the ground I hope there isn rsquo t a person back there who needs help he thought He glanced behind the building and found a homeless man unconscious on the pavement Geoff roused him and asked if he was okay ldquo I rsquo m trying to drink myself to death rdquo he responded ldquo My tent broke in a storm and I lost everything I don rsquo t want to live rdquo Geoff called a Christian rehabilitation ministry and while they waited [... more]

The sunshine state isn't always sunny when Evangelist Michael Bowen starts a new life in Florida finishing his rehabilitation program The devil tempts him once more what did Michael do find out on this episode of Jesus Breaks the chains [... more]

Jesus breaks ALL chains - the chains of sin rebellion addiction and even habitual incarcerations Michael Bowen former prisoner turned prison minister now leads others out of the captivity of sin and addiction to Christ through his ministry Sons Daughters of Thunder Come along with Michael as he shares testimonies and stories of healing and redemption through Jesus Christ - and how He sets the captives free [... more]

Sy Rogers describes how his childhood was marked by devastation and loss which led to homosexual promiscuity and a brush with transgenderism during his teen and early adult years He explains how his life has been transformed by God and offers parents guidance for protecting their children against harmful cultural influences Part of Get a CD of this broadcast for your donation of any amount https donate focusonthefamily com don-daily-broadcast-product- - - refcd Get more episode resources https www focusonthefamily com episodes broadcast finding-gods-healing-for-sexual-brokenness-part- -of- featured-resource-cta If you've listened to any of our podcasts please give us your feedback https [... more]

In this special bonus episode we share a conversation we had with Salvation Army Officer Chris Pachik Chris shares his powerful testimony of how God brought him to a Salvation Army Adult Rehabilitation Center that changed his life in a way he could have never imagined [... more]

While boundaries remain critical to healthy relationships they sometimes develop on faulty information or impaired thinking Caregivers inevitably collide with such boundaries while caring for loved ones These flawed boundaries may look like resisting rehab for injuries and or addiction issues refusing medications respecting others' time or a whole host of other issues Confronting those disputes requires deftness and wisdom from caregivers particularly when a loved one is dug in behind years of stubbornness Sometimes all that's needed is to clearly explain consequences of behaviors But when confronting someone with addiction or impairment issues for example all many caregivers can [... more]

Mac Owen and his wife Mary discuss their turbulent past marked by his hard core drug addiction and how they came to experience God's grace and healing which has not only restored their lives but has led to a recovery ministry for addicts and their family members Part of Previous air date Nov Get Mac and Mary Owen's book Never Let Go for your donation of any amount https donate focusonthefamily com don-daily-broadcast-product- - - refcd Get more episode resources https www focusonthefamily com episodes broadcast offering-hope-to-families-experiencing-drug-addiction-part- -of- featured-resource-cta If you've listened to any of our podcasts please give us [... more]

Even if an alcoholic or addict is in recovery addiction is chronic impairment - requiring a lifetime of pushing against it and working some sort of recovery program Wherever one finds a chronic impairment there's always a caregiver For those in a relationship with an alcoholic or addict prescription or illicit drug use boundaries remain critical part of that caregiver's life Caregivers have no power to change their loved one but they can protect themselves and their belongings [... more]

Jesus has a radical love for all people including those who struggle with addiction In the message quot Jesus Loves Addicts quot Skip shows you that Jesus has a special plan to help addicts mdash and as the body of Christ we can be part of that plan This teaching is from the series Jesus Loves People Links Website https connectwithskip comDonate https connnectwithskip com donateThis week's DevoMail https connnectwithskip com devomail [... more]

How do you keep walking forward when all hope seems gone Join hosts Dave and Ann Wilson on FamilyLife Today to hear the dramatic story of Katherine James as she recalls how the Lord walked alongside her during the dark days of her son's drug addiction Show Notes and Resources Download FamilyLife's new app https www familylife com app Find resources from this podcast at https shop familylife com Products aspx categoryid Check out all that's available on the FamilyLife Podcast Network https www familylife com familylife-podcast-network [... more]

In this special interview Pastor Greg Laurie speaks with author and speaker Joni Eareckson Tada about God's sovereignty and why He permits suffering in this world What follows is a classic conversation on that touches on Christmas Heaven and how we can glorify God in our broken bodies You'll learn about the grace and amazing nature of God and how He can and does work everything out for good to those who serve Him This conversation is encouraging for those suffering through hard times or who have a loved one that is going through a difficult trial Joni shares the [... more]

Getting hit by an -wheeler changed Robby rsquo s life Because of the accident he became addicted to painkillers and that sent him on a dangerous spiral nbsp On a best-of nbsp Building Relationships nbsp with Dr Gary Chapman Robby Gallaty tells his redemptive story and gives hope for anyone praying for a prodigal Hear how God intervened in Robby rsquo s life on the next nbsp Building Relationships nbsp with Dr Gary Chapman [... more]

Johnny Baker a pastor of the highly effective Celebrate Recovery rehabilitation program offers insights and encouragement for helping listeners overcome addictions and negative habits He discusses his own battle against alcohol addiction and suggests practical strategies for achieving positive and lasting change Podcast users find today's related broadcast resources here https dbx focusonthefamily com media daily-broadcast healing-the-hurts-behind-your-addiction Your feedback would be really helpful to us Please visit http www focusonthefamily com podcastsurvey to take a brief survey less than minutes Thank you [... more]

Our long-time friend Elizabeth Moss called the show to share insights on caring for an aging loved one during the pandemic The founder of Nashville TN's premiere in home care company Elizabeth brings a valuable background in Nursing Alcohol and Drug treatment and Geriatrics Elizabeth dedicates her life to on-going training education and experience for the well-being of others She has been a devoted and professional caregiver since in the areas of Assessment Training Activities Therapy Certified Nursing Technician Licensed Practical Nurse of Geriatrics and Integrative Health Practices such as Reflexology Aromatherapy and other modes of therapeutic care During a [... more]

When Chuck and Sharon Betters learned of the son's tragic death twenty-five years ago they had no idea how God will minister to them in such a brutal heartache and then lead them into ministering to countless others They've assembled resources for hurting individuals families churches and communities Just a few of the topics they address include Post Abortion Guilt Infidelity Death Incest Abuse Now they've created an video-counseling service Safe secure and affordable this Biblically-based counseling service can help those struggling with heartbreaking challenges who don't have access to counselors in their area or have lost their independence due [... more]

Kim Anthony host of the podcast Unfavorable Odds talks with human trafficking expert Rebecca Bender Bender fell into prostitution through the encouragement of her boyfriend who was a trafficker and explains how she turned to drugs and eventually overdosed Hitting rock bottom she found herself at a Christian rehab center where she encountered God and was radically delivered from her addiction Now drug free Bender tells how she returned to her boyfriend only to leave him later for another trafficker where she endured violent abuse Fearing for her life and the life of her daughter Bender tells how she eventually [... more]

Part of my ongoing series to invite special guests to the show to share encouraging thoughts about faith life the COVID- virus and even a chuckle or two Joni and Ken Tada are two of my favorite people in the whole world and Gracie and I are grateful to call them friends Joni and Gracie have recorded several duets and Ken wrote the forward to my book Hope for the Caregiver This remarkable couple brings a perspective and wisdom gleaned from a lifetime of trusting God through painful challenges From www joniandfriends com Joni is one of the world's leading [... more]

Getting hit by an -wheeler changed Robby's life Because of the accident he became addicted to painkillers and that sent him on a dangerous spiral On the next nbsp Building Relationships nbsp with Dr Gary Chapman Robby Gallaty tells his redemptive story and gives hope for anyone praying for a prodigal Hear how God intervened in Robby's life on the next nbsp Building Relationships nbsp with Dr Gary Chapman [... more]

Today we have Danny Damron for Celebrate Recovery and Alice Meindl from Pierced Ministries and also Jessica Pike We talked about Addiction and Healing through Gods Grace Danny shared his Testimony and how God saved him through his unborn grandchild [... more]

Irish pastor John Edwards talks with Stu about how he's buried himself alive to spread the word of Christ [... more]

Every day more than people in the United States die after overdosing on opioids Aimee peels back the layers of this crisis in this episode when talking with guest Donald Gibson about his battle with Opioid addiction and the wake of destruction it left behind THE CURE Live streamed podcast is hosted by Aimee Cabo and offers a platform of hope to anyone who has experienced domestic violence abuse mental illness any trauma or is experiencing problems now in their lives It's a place to find comfort knowledge strategies answers hope and love while healing the wounds and 'affirming' that [... more]

Today we begin a two-part discussion on addiction Aleata shares some of the causes and some of the philosophies behind treatments We are also joined by Salvation Army Officers Rob and Heather Dolby They share their own testimony and discuss some of the powerful work God has allowed them to do in this area through The Salvation Army Series HEADSPACE a series on mental health [... more]

Sandi Floria quickly moved to intense concern when her -year-old husband repeatedly dropped the baby food while feeding their infant The puzzled look on his face signaled more than just clumsy hands and she jumped into action - because she understood warning signs of a stroke Sandi called the show to share her story their journey and their ministry Compassion Radio Sandi's husband Bram has been the Full-Time Host of Compassion Radio and President of Compassion Ventures since December For ten years he served as Executive Producer for the daily broadcast which now reaches tens of thousands through a network [... more]

Hope for the Caregiver on American Family Radio March [... more]

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Tracie called the show to express her broken heart over her daughter with a drug addiction Addiction is a chronic disease Where there is a chronic disease there's a caregiver On this call I asked Tracie to consider a - step recovery program for family members of addicts and alcoholics She referenced attending one years ago if saving her father from alcoholism and that it failed so she didn't pursue it with her daughter Helping redirect Tracie I shared with her The purpose of this recovery program for family members is not to save her daughter from bad choices it's [... more]

Kingdom Pursuits [... more]

Robotic exoskeletons - Helping paraplegics walk again Goat Yoga The lobbyist Petula Clark Ben Stein says Trump needs sleep See Privacy Policy at https art com privacy and California Privacy Notice at https art com privacy do-not-sell-my-info [... more]

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North Carolina lawmakers approved a compromise measure that puts off for one year new class-size restrictions in the earliest grades of the state's public schools School districts had complained that the new requirements would have forced them to lay off specialty teachers or make other drastic budget changes Terry Stoops the John Locke Foundation's vice president for research analyzes the controversy Many of today's most heated political debates are tied to competing interpretations of the U S Constitution They date back to the earliest days of the American republic That's a key theme of Our Republican Constitution a book from [... more]