You share a bed a calendar maybe a Costco membership But lately your deepest conversation is Who's picking up the kids Feeling disconnected from your spouse doesn't always mean your marriage is in crisis Jennifer Abbott joins Cheryl Shumake on FamilyLife Today to talk about the quieter kind of marital drift where nothing's on fire but while you're getting everything done something's missing from your marriage Show Notes and Resources Weekend to Remember marriage getaway weekendtoremember com Fight Fair Winning at Conflict Without Losing at Love by Tim and Joy Downs visit the shop Thanks to the Christian Standard Bible [... more]

What do our kids really need from us during the school year As we close our Back to School series we take a step back from grades schedules activities and expectations to talk about something deeper what it means to be present for our children as they navigate the challenges of growing up Our panel reflects on the hopes and prayers they have for their children this school year from developing gratitude and kindness to knowing who they are knowing God and building healthy friendships But they also talk honestly about the difficult moments that come with parenting including stress [... more]

On this episode of Our American Stories Jeremiah Castille grew up surrounded by poverty alcoholism drugs and violence At years old he found the Christian faith and began imagining a different life for himself He set his sights on one goal earn a football scholarship to the University of Alabama get an education and someday give his own family the life he never had Castille made it to Alabama and played for the legendary Paul Bear Bryant during the coach's final season He shares how a few words from Bryant changed the way he saw himself the lessons about character [... more]

Share a commentSaying Jesus is Savior can sound harmless until you say it like the apostles meant it Jesus Christ alone That single word exposes why culture can tolerate vague spirituality but lashes out at biblical Christianity We talk candidly about what happens when a believer takes a public moral stand from angry emails and workplace complaints to legal pressure and at the extreme violence The point is not fear or outrage The point is readiness We reflect on how Christians respond when the temperature rises we learn the truth we speak with boldness we stay gracious and patient we [... more]

On this episode of Our American Stories The American Revolution had created an independent country It had not yet created a government capable of holding that country together Under the Articles of Confederation Congress struggled to raise money regulate commerce enforce its decisions or settle disputes among the states By the s George Washington James Madison Alexander Hamilton and others feared the young republic might not survive unless something changed Larry P Arnn president of Hillsdale College and author of The Founders' Key shares the story of how that crisis led delegates to Philadelphia in intending to repair the Articles [... more]

Blaise Misztal Vice President for Policy at the Jewish Institute for National Security of America JINSA joins Brian Kilmeade to break down the escalating security crisis in the Red Sea They detail how Iranian proxies including the Houthis and Iraqi militias are attempting to choke off global oil shipping lanes why re-flagging commercial tankers under the American flag could dismantle the blockade and why military deterrence remains vital to confronting Tehran Learn more about your ad choices Visit podcastchoices com adchoices [... more]

What do you do when your child starts asking questions about faith God the Bible or even whether they believe at all anymore In this episode of Words of Life our Back to School series continues with an honest conversation about helping children and teenagers develop a faith that is truly their own As kids grow older they encounter new ideas difficult experiences outside influences and questions that can challenge the faith they were taught as children For Christian parents those questions can be scary But doubt and questions don't necessarily mean a child is walking away from God In [... more]

Steelers DT Cam Heyward and Rich breakdown Pittsburgh's Week win over the Atlanta Falcons what's in store for them Week against the New England Patriots why NFL fans should take Week results good and bad with a grain of salt and more timestamp Comedian Jo Koy joins Rich in-studio to promote his new 'Blue in the Face' Netflix special his die-hard Dodgers and Seattle Seahawks fandom and more Rich reacts to Texas QB Arch Manning's apology for his initial reaction to an AI video depicting violence against ESPN sideline reporter Holly Rowe Learn more about your ad choices Visit podcastchoices [... more]

Sydney Sweeney faces backlash from female athletes woke feminists over her scandalous ad for a sports prediction market Tucker Carlson's guest claims there's no evidence Hamas committed r pe or sexual violence on October th and Tucker agrees Dana explains how the fallout to the Texas football picture has exposed the real problems of the political immigration debate within the right Pete Buttigieg says he believes America is ready for a gay President Dana shares commentary on how the right using identity politics to make divisions with every faction on their side is a trait of Marxism and antithetical to [... more]

Rich and the guys react to Patrick Mahomes looking like his old self and Kenneth Walker III running roughshod over the Broncos' vaunted defense in the Chiefs' Monday Night Football Week rout Rich weighs in on Browns HC Todd Monken's reasoning for starting Deshaun Watson in Week despite the QB's lackluster Week effort in Cleveland's season opening loss and reveals his list of the top NFL offseason narratives that were blown out of the water in Week including the Rams' perfect season the Cowboys' revamped defense new Chargers OC Mike McDaniel unlocking Justin Herbert the demise of the Chiefs and [... more]

JUST IN At least teens were arrested at the Delta Fair Music Festival after mobs of black teens caused stampedes and fights Law enforcement had to temporarily suspend the fair until order could be restored Both city and county leaders have allowed the teens to destroy our malls entire neighborhoods our parks and downtown is on the verge of disaster City Hall shut down Tom Lee Park on weekend nights for safety issues What's your solution for stopping the violence Because more basketball courts and community centers aren't working See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

On this episode of Our American Stories Jocelyn Green didn't lose anyone on September but she still felt the weight of that day in ways she couldn't have predicted Living just a few miles from the Pentagon she saw how quickly fear moved through a neighborhood What surprised her was what came next people showing up for each other in quiet steady ways Over time she found herself thinking more about how faith fits into grief and how friendships sometimes grow strongest in the shadow of crisis Support the show https www ouramericanstories com donate Support the show https www [... more]

Dana flashes back to the Greek Anti-austerity protests which were provoked after welfare budget cuts to prevent an economic collapse Dana explains how important it is that America does not have a similar type of situation with our reckless spending Dana explains how those on the right have a choice to make about the direction of this country where it concerns fiscal responsibility Sec Marco Rubio MIC DROPS after a question about a humanitarian crisis in Cuba Thank you for supporting our sponsors that make The Dana Show possible Alliance Defending Freedomhttps JoinADF com danaIf you believe your freedom is [... more]

Zohran Mamdani says he plans to attend the th anniversary ceremony of despite thousands of New Yorkers telling him to stay away The White House has drafted a federal proposal to pay married stay-at-home parents roughly per child annually The Republican Party is scrambling to give away free tickets to their midterm convention as donors aren't buying A Cal State professor is facing nationwide calls to be criminally charged after she doxed and urged violence against an ICE agent that she specifically named Thank you for supporting our sponsors that make The Dana Show possible Alliance Defending Freedomhttps JoinADF com [... more]

Some people come to Christ instantly as soon as they hear the Gospel It's the miracle of a moment Others resist that decision for decades until one day they realize their need for Christ Sometimes it's a crisis or tragedy that brings them to that point other times it's as though their eyes suddenly opened Today on A NEW BEGINNING Pastor Greg Laurie shows us the miraculous conversion of a certain Philippian jailer a conversion that would sweep through his entire family Become a Harvest Partner today and join us in knowing God and making Him known through media and [... more]

Part of honoring human exceptionalism is to honor work For more resources visit breakpoint org [... more]

years ago this month Chuck Colson started the Breakpoint commentary Two notable deaths this week Gloria Steinem and Wendell Berry And a new study suggests that our th graders are not alright Segment Years of Breakpoint and the Deaths of Gloria Steinem and Wendell Berry Beyond Strange Bedfellows The Genesis of Gender by Abigail Favale Segment Meta's Record Settlement Mental Health Crisis in Children Meta Settlement Mental Health study The Triumph of the Therapeutic by Philip RIEFF Segment Treating the Homeless Treatment First Policy Mobile Loaves and Fishes [... more]

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]

In this episode our panel of teachers and parents discuss practical ways parents can support their children's emotional mental and spiritual well-being in the ordinary rhythms of family life The conversation centers on building trust making space for honest conversations creating room for fun and making wise choices around phones and schedules It's a parenting discussion with a strong emphasis on relationship consistency and teamwork Key topics Supporting kids emotionally is different from supporting them academically and both matter Letting kids talk first then listening before trying to solve the problem helps build trust Timing matters when asking questions and [... more]

In this episode of The Christian Car Guy Show Robby Dillmore explores the powerful stories of Hagar and the woman at the well reminding us that God sees us hears us and meets us when we feel lost or at a crossroads Robby connects these biblical stories to the mission of the Jesus Labor of Love which helps single mothers widows and families in crisis with critical automotive needs To support the Jesus Labor of Love and help make a difference visit christiancarguy com [... more]

On this special August episode of Truth Talk Live the conversation centers on Romans And we know that all things work together for good for those who love God and are called according to His purpose The hosts explore what it really means to trust that promise when life brings heartbreak loss financial crisis tragedy disappointment and unexpected detours [... more]

In this episode we focus on how parents can support their children academically without making performance feel like identity It covers practical ways to work with teachers understand the real reasons behind struggling grades and encourage independence especially as kids get older It also addresses how AI is changing schoolwork and why those conversations need to start early Key topics Parents often focus on grades and assignments but the deeper goal is helping kids grow without linking worth to performance One major theme is resisting the urge to rescue children from struggle since doing too much can keep them from [... more]

Washington Examiner economics columnist Tiana Lowe Doescher joins Brian Kilmeade to break down the staggering trillion U S national debt crisis Doescher explains why tax cuts aren't to blame how non-discretionary entitlement spending is driving the deficit and why Federal Reserve rate cuts won't instantly fix soaring mortgage rates Plus a look at the economic impacts of AI data centers and why single-payer healthcare models fail Learn more about your ad choices Visit podcastchoices com adchoices [... more]

ESG investing promises to align your portfolio with your values But an important question remains Whose values are shaping the standards Environmental social and governance ratings are often presented as measures of corporate responsibility Yet the assumptions behind those ratings may not always align with biblical convictions Nick Schmitz Professor of Finance at The Catholic University of America and a Board Member of the Christian Investing Council CIC joined the show today to explain the differences between ESG and faith-based investing and why Christians should pay attention not only to what they own but also to how their shares are [... more]

Long-term care isn't just a health issue It can become a major financial and family decision Most of us hope we'll never need extended care but wise stewardship means preparing for possibilities before they become a crisis And while long-term care insurance may be part of that preparation the first step isn't necessarily buying a policy It's having a plan Nathan Sanow President of LTC Consumer and MasterCare LLC has spent more than two decades helping individuals and families navigate long-term care planning He says the most important place to begin is understanding what would happen if you or someone [... more]

For many families it's easy to focus on grades But lasting success is about much more than report cards This week our panel discusses Why every child's academic journey looks different How belonging impacts learning The importance of relationships with teachers and classmates Why employers increasingly value communication and teamwork Helping children through productive struggle Supporting homework without taking over Teaching responsibility and independence Parents don't have to have all the answers Sometimes the greatest gift we can give our children is the confidence to work through challenges while knowing we're there to support them Join us as we continue [... more]

James Madison, one of the Founding Fathers, played a crucial role in shaping the United States Constitution and addressing the issue of slavery. He was a strong supporter of federalism and a key figure in the nullification crisis, which threatened the unity of the country. [... more]

As the new school year begins, parents can help their kids thrive by praying for them, bringing stability and calm, and reminding them of their identity in Christ. Experts share their experiences and advice on how to prepare spiritually for the challenges of school. [... more]

A study found that many Americans are experiencing an existential crisis of meaning, with some turning to atheism or nihilism for answers. However, Dr. Thaddeus Williams argues that Jesus Christ provides the ultimate meaning and fulfillment that people are searching for, and that we must be bold in sharing the good news of the resurrected Jesus with others. [... more]

David refuses to act like Saul and instead chooses to fight for the honor of his God, demonstrating faith and courage in the face of overwhelming odds. He uses his shepherd's staff and a sling to defeat the giant Goliath, showing that God's strength is not in physical might but in spiritual power. David's victory is a testament to the importance of living for God's glory and remembering His past deliverances. [... more]

North Carolina's 11th congressional district is set to choose a new Republican candidate after Congressman Chuck Edwards dropped out of the race due to a House Ethics Committee report. The district's executive committee will meet Monday to select a replacement nominee. Meanwhile, the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction marked the first anniversary of Superintendent Mo Green's five-year strategic plan, launching a public dashboard and pointing to four record results as evidence of progress. The plan aims to make North Carolina's public education system the best in the nation by 2030. In other news, the North Carolina General Assembly has taken action on two pieces of legislation, House Bill 958 and House Bill 834, dealing with elections across the state. The bills have undergone significant changes, with some provisions being moved from one bill to the other. Dr. Andy Jackson from the John Locke Foundation joins the Carolina Journal News Hour to discuss the latest developments. Additionally, new data from the 2025 North Carolina High School Youth Risk Behavior Survey shows that North Carolina has returned to and exceeded pre-pandemic levels across nearly all reported measures, with encouraging percentage drops in student safety, risk behaviors, and mental health. [... more]

Gary Thomas discusses the importance of building a strong marriage on a foundation of faith, trust, and emotional connection. He shares practical advice on how to navigate the challenges of marriage, including busyness, communication, and anger, and emphasizes the need for couples to be intentional about connecting with each other. [... more]

A shifting view of human nature has affected culture, leading to a thinning of the idea of the self and a fragile unbiblical concept of identity. This has resulted in a cultural schizophrenia where two competing claims are presented as true at the same time, causing anxiety and learned helplessness in young people. [... more]

God's acceptance is the foundation of our identity, and it's based on grace, not performance. We must learn to shift our criteria from people's opinions to God's viewpoint, and recognize that our worth is awesome and we are accepted in Christ. [... more]

The early church set the example for reaching out with care and concern, providing an opportunity to serve and give as received. They were a learning church, a loving church, a worshiping church, and an evangelistic church, with a constant flow of new believers coming into the church. [... more]

Chris Singleton shares his personal story of losing his mother in a mass shooting at Mother Emmanuel A.M.E. Church in Charleston, South Carolina, and how he found forgiveness and strengthened his faith in the process. He discusses his journey as a professional baseball player, his marriage, and his current work as an inspirational speaker and author, teaching love and unity in practical ways. [... more]

Marriages will inevitably face storms, revealing truths about a couple's relationship and their faith in God. Couples can prepare for these challenges by recognizing and addressing their expectations, baggage, and communication patterns. Intentional communication, counseling, and a commitment to spiritual growth can help couples build a stronger, more resilient marriage. [... more]

The Christian Resistance discusses the implications of telehealth and artificial intelligence in the healthcare system, highlighting concerns about patient safety, insurance companies' use of AI to deny claims, and the impact of immigration policies on medical billing and access to care. [... more]

The waning public patience for a ceasefire in Iran is a concern, with some questioning the administration's consistency on the issue. The munitions depletion and leak have been ongoing issues, with some speculating about the timing and motives behind the release of information. The debate continues, with some arguing that the administration's approach is the correct path forward. [... more]

The North Carolina Supreme Court has signaled it will hear oral arguments in a case involving appointments and judicial vacancies in November, with no resolution expected before the 2027 election. Meanwhile, the governor of Asheville is criticizing North Carolina's firearm laws, arguing they have made the community less safe, despite the legislation not being in effect. A private gated community in North Carolina received $300,000 in public funding for emergency services and shelter repairs, sparking questions about transparency and accountability in the earmarks process. Additionally, a new federal school choice tax credit program could benefit nearly 1.7 million North Carolina children, with 93% of the state's K-12 population qualifying for scholarships. [... more]