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Our American Stories

Lee Habeeb

September 04, 2026

Simon Estes: The Jackie Robinson of Opera

On this episode of Our American Stories Simon Estes grew up poor in the coal-mining town of Centerville Iowa in a tiny house without running water or electricity His father the son of former slaves couldn't read and segregation shaped Simon's childhood But inside his family's church there was music faith in God and a remarkable voice that would take him far beyond anything he could have possibly imagined Simon Estes himself shares the story of how encountering opera for the first time changed the course of his life and took him from small-town Iowa to Juilliard then across the [... more]

Wisdom for the Heart

Dr. Stephen Davey

September 04, 2026

Governed By Lessor Passions Part 2 (2 Samuel 11:1-5 )

Share a commentTemptation doesn't walk into your life carrying a warning label It shows you the highlight reel then asks you to decide fast We start with that brutal reality and follow it straight into one of the most sobering moments in Scripture King David at the peak of success choosing comfort over duty boredom over vigilance and desire over wisdom until one look becomes a chain of choices he can't control We slow down in Samuel and connect the dots why idleness makes us vulnerable how lust escalates and why David's private compromises set the stage for public collapse [... more]

Turning Point

David Jeremiah

September 02, 2026

No Man Is an Island (Pt. 1)

Jonah's decision to run from God did not affect him alone it brought a violent storm into the lives of everyone traveling with him This message follows Jonah as his sin is exposed he accepts responsibility and the sailors encounter the living God through the crisis His story reminds us that our choices carry influence and our obedience or disobedience inevitably touches the people around us [... more]

If Not For God

Mike Zwick

September 02, 2026

AI, the Holy Spirit, and the Mark of the Beast: Who Are We Really Trusting?

Is AI a gift a danger or simply a tool In this episode of If Not For God Mike Zwick and Robby Dillmore dive into the growing influence of ChatGPT and artificial intelligence and ask an even deeper question What happens when we start trusting technology more than we trust God From AI Bible studies and computers that can generate sermons music and conversations to the possibility of AI companions replacing real relationships Mike and Robbie explore both the incredible opportunities and the spiritual dangers of this rapidly changing technology They also discuss whether AI could have anything to do [... more]

Our American Stories

Lee Habeeb

September 01, 2026

How Walt Whitman Found Humanity on Both Sides of the Civil War

On this episode of Our American Stories in December Walt Whitman set out for Virginia searching for his brother who had been wounded at the Battle of Fredericksburg He found him alive with only a minor wound But outside a field hospital Whitman encountered something he would never forget a heap of amputated arms legs and other human remains For the poet who had once written that the human body was sacred the Civil War suddenly became horrifyingly real Whitman soon began spending his days in Washington's military hospitals bringing food and small gifts writing letters listening and comforting wounded [... more]

A New Beginning

Greg Laurie

August 30, 2026

Close Encounters | Sunday Message (Pastor Jonathan Laurie)

Throughout the Gospel of Luke people heard Jesus teach watched Him perform miracles and saw firsthand who He was But again and again they were faced with a deeper question Would they actually follow Him Pastor Jonathan Laurie looks at how Pilate Herod and Barabbas each had very different reactions when they encountered Jesus Christ face-to-face Become a Harvest Partner today and join us in knowing God and making Him known through media and large-scale evangelism our mission of over years Explore more resources from Pastor Greg Laurie including daily devotionals and blogs designed to answer your spiritual questions and [... more]

Faith And Finance

Rob West

August 27, 2026

How PreBorn! Helps Women Choose Life with Dan Steiner

Sometimes one glimpse can change everything For a woman facing an unexpected pregnancy fear and uncertainty can make it difficult to know what comes next But seeing her baby through an ultrasound can bring a moment of clarity and open the door to compassionate care practical support and hope Dan Steiner Founder and President of PreBorn joined the show today to explain how the ministry partners with pregnancy clinics across the country to reach women facing unexpected pregnancies PreBorn provides ultrasound machines training financial support and other resources to help local clinics serve women at a critical moment The Power [... more]

Insight for Living

Chuck Swindoll

August 26, 2026

Reassuring Hope for the Assaulted and Abused, Part 2

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]

Insight for Living

Chuck Swindoll

August 25, 2026

Reassuring Hope for the Assaulted and Abused, Part 1

It's Time to Man Up!

Nikita Koloff

August 24, 2026

Q&A With Koloff- #289 Jason Justice

In this episode of Q A with Koloff the Devil's Nightmare Nikita Koloff sits down with Double J Jason Justice a former professional wrestler from Easley South Carolina to talk about wrestling redemption faith and the life-changing power of Jesus Christ Jason shares his journey from the wrestling world and NWA Wildside to a dark season of drug addiction and ultimately to finding freedom through Christ He opens up about his supernatural encounter at Man Camp and how the experience transformed his relationship with God his family and his purpose Nikita and Jason also dive into humility prayer hearing from [... more]

Insight for Living

Chuck Swindoll

August 24, 2026

Graceless Words for a Grieving Man, Part 2

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]

Delight in Grace

Grace Bible Church Rich Powell

August 24, 2026

Daniel 1:8-16 "Stay Focused"

As captives in Babylon Daniel and his friends encounter a foreign worldview that clashes with their own In the face of intense pressure to conform Daniel purposes in his heart to stand firm in his convictions Daniel chapter shows us how to hold fast to God with truth and grace A delight in God such as Daniel's will stand in noticeable contrast to the world Let's listen to this message from Daniel - This message titled Stay Focused was first preached on Nov at GBC in Winston Salem What a portrait of holding faithfully to truth winsomely You can hear [... more]

Insight for Living

Chuck Swindoll

August 21, 2026

Graceless Words for a Grieving Man, Part 1

Faith And Finance

Rob West

August 18, 2026

The Cycle of Stewardship by Tim Tassopoulos

Stewardship isn't a one-time decision It's an ongoing way of life a cycle that begins with gratitude moves through faithful growth and leads to generosity Tim Tassopoulos Former President and Chief Operating Officer of Chick-fil-A has seen that cycle at work throughout his life and career During his decades with the company he helped shape a culture known not only for operational excellence but also for servant leadership hospitality and investing in people For Tassopoulos faithful stewardship starts with a foundational truth God owns it all That includes our finances but it extends much further Our abilities relationships opportunities time [... more]

It's Time to Man Up!

Nikita Koloff

August 18, 2026

Q&A With Koloff- #288 Mike Long

In this powerful episode of Q A with Koloff Nikita Koloff welcomes former professional wrestler Mike Long to the studio for an honest conversation about wrestling faith family and the transforming power of God Mike shares stories from his wrestling days including working alongside legends like Greg The Hammer Valentine Road Warrior Hawk and Nikita Koloff He also opens up about a pivotal moment that changed the direction of his life an encounter during a ministry event that helped him begin seeking God and ultimately find hope and purpose The conversation goes beyond wrestling as Mike talks about his marriage [... more]

Union Grove Baptist Church

Pastor Josh Evans

August 17, 2026

Summer Classics: Zaccheus | Pastor Josh Evans

In the final message of our Summer Classics series we look at the story of Zacchaeus in Luke - Although he was wealthy and successful Zacchaeus was still searching for something only Jesus could provide What Zacchaeus discovered was that while he was searching for Jesus Jesus had already been pursuing him Through this encounter we see that salvation is a gift of grace - and genuine grace produces genuine transformation No amount of success money popularity or relationships can satisfy the deepest need of the human heart Jesus came to seek and save the lost and His grace is [... more]

Delight in Grace

Grace Bible Church Rich Powell

August 17, 2026

Daniel 1:3-7 Encountering Change

God's people must learn to adapt to change while maintaining their faith and identity in Him. The story of Daniel and his companions serves as a reminder that God's purpose is not tied to context, but rather to knowing and walking with Him in whatever circumstances we find ourselves. As we face cultural and societal changes, we must choose to be salt and light, embracing the challenges and opportunities that come our way, and trusting in God's sovereignty and character. [... more]

Encouraging Prayer

James Banks

August 15, 2026

A God Adventure

Enoch's walk with God is a model for believers to follow, as seen in Genesis 5:24. Dr. James Banks shares his experiences of walking with God, using sensory cues to deepen his spiritual connection. He suggests taking a verse and meditating on it while walking, and being open to God's guidance and presence in nature. [... more]

Truth for Life

Alistair Begg

August 15, 2026

“Lord, I Believe”

A blind beggar's life was transformed after encountering Jesus, who miraculously restored his sight and taught him about genuine faith and worship. The man's story illustrates the fulfillment of God's redemptive purpose and the importance of recognizing and experiencing the redeeming work of Jesus. [... more]

Insight for Living

Chuck Swindoll

August 14, 2026

Responding to Bad Counsel, Part 2

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]