Susie Larson Live

The way of Christ is to come near to need. President of Christian Alliance for Orphans Jedd Medefind joins guest host Thann Bennett to share about his own family's experience with adoption and foster care. He also talks about his work with the Christian Alliance for Orphans. Watch Jedd Medefind's "Planted. Not Buried." CAFO2022 Summit Keynote message here. Sign up for Thann's newsletter here. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here

What happens to us when we die? Journalist and author, Lee Strobel, joins guest host Ben Holsen to share what he discovered about heaven while researching his latest book, "The Case for Heaven: A Journalist Investigates Evidence for Life After Death" and how learning about heaven can effect how we live our lives today. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here

When you slow down and notice the needs of your community, you feel that tug on your heart to do something. But what's the first step? Pastor Steph O'Brien and EveryMeal.org founder Rob Williams share how God led them to serve hungry kids in their area and offer inspiration so you can step out in faith when God leads. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here

You don't have to live in this world long before discovering that the pursuit of intimacy with God occurs within the context of adversity. Author of "Rest and War: Rhythms of a Well-Fought Life", Pastor Ben Stuart talks about the necessity of rest and the hard way he learned this lesson. He also talks about our hard fought battle for intimacy with God. *Originally aired February 24, 2022* Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here

You've tried everything, and still you can't seem to lose weight. Dr. Troy Spurrill of the Synapse Center for Health and Healing offers hope and practical scientific research about how to kickstart your health. He'll also offer new perspective to common health issues. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here

Purpose and rest. They might seem like they don't go together. But what if we were able to deeply rest, and that fueled a purposeful life of faith? Susie Larson shares from her heart and offers some practical biblical ideas on how you can take time to give your body and soul the rest it needs, and be sent out to live purposefully every day. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here

You may feel like old habits die hard—but when your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are in-sync, lasting change becomes attainable. Counselor and author Debra Fileta shares from her book "Reset: Powerful Habits to Own Your Thoughts, Understand Your Feelings, and Change Your Life." Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here

For centuries, discussions of early Christianity have focused on male leaders in the church. But there is ample evidence right in the New Testament that women were actively involved in ministry, at the frontier of the gospel mission, and as respected leaders. Professor and author Dr. Nijay Gupta shares from his book "Tell Her Story: How Women Led, Taught, and Ministered in the Early Church." Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here

Singer-songwriter from River Valley Worship Ryan Williams joins Susie to talk about the process of songwriting, the importance of building altars for worship, and the backstory to many River Valley Worship songs. Songs in this episode: Thank you Lord, Ask Seek Pray, Real Thing, Rest with Me, Sanctuary, Fill Me, Hope has a Name, The World Needs Jesus, I Am Healed (River Valley Worship songs played with permission from Ryan Williams.) Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here

Discover how facing your underlying pain will allow you to overcome it and move forward. Pastor and author Irene Rollins shares from her book "Reframe Your Shame: Experience Freedom from What Holds You Back." She tells of her struggle with shame and addiction and how she found freedom. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here

Until we exchange what's false for what's real, we will never experience being fully alive, fully human, and fully free. Former law enforcement officer Jamie Winship shares from his book "Living Fearless: Exchanging the Lies of the World for the Liberating Truth of God." *Originally aired January 26, 2023* Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here

Are we living in the end times? Speaker and author Jeff Kinley shares from his book "Global Reset: Do Current Events Point to the Antichrist and His Worldwide Empire?" and answers listener questions. You can get to Prophecy Pros Podcast here. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here

Pastor Carolyn Haas, Emotional Intelligence Coach and author Irene Rollins, and author Andi Andrew join Susie on the Bible Talk Team. They're each sharing what the Lord has been teaching them. They talk about God being our defense, walking with patient endurance, and living in freedom. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here

Author, Speaker and advocate Ann Voskamp shares from her book "WayMaker: Finding the Way to the Life You've Always Dreamed Of." Voskamp tells her story of loss, struggles in marriage, her own heart failure, and what she learned about our Maker in the process. *Originally aired June 21, 2022 * Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here

Amazing grace, how sweet the sound, that saved a wretch like me. Bruce Hindmarsh and Craig Borlase share the story of John Newton from their book, "Amazing Grace: The Life of John Newton and the Surprising Story Behind His Song" and talk about what we can learn from Newton's story. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here

The biblical Book of Revelation frustrates and fascinates many people with its imagery and apocalyptic tone. Author Scot McKnight shares from his book with Cory Matchett "Revelation for the Rest of Us: A Prophetic Call to Follow Jesus as a Dissident Disciple." Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here

To have hope is a good sign your heart is alive. Counselor and author John Eldredge shares from his books "Resilient: Restoring Your Weary Soul in These Turbulent Times" and "All Things New: Heaven, Earth, and the Restoration of Everything You Love." Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here

Who is God? Why am I here? How should I live? Author Thom Rainer shares from his book, "I Believe: A Concise Guide to the Essentials of the Christian Faith." He outlines the essentials of the Christian faith; Father, Son, Holy Spirit, and the Church to name a few. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here

New York Times best-selling author, speaker, visionary, and founder of Living Proof Ministries Beth Moore authentically and vulnerably shares from her book "All My Knotted-Up Life: A Memoir." In her book and in this conversation with Susie, she tells more of her life story than she's even shared before. It's a heartbreakingly beautiful conversation. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here

Dr. Troy Spurrill of the Synapse Center for Health and Healing shares stories of misdiagnoses and talks about the damage that self limiting beliefs can cause, how coconut oil can effect how you react to sun exposure, and answers listener questions. Dr. Troy's non-profit is State of Grace Foundation. Find out more here. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here

Until we exchange what's false for what's real, we will never experience being fully alive, fully human, and fully free. Former law enforcement officer Jamie Winship is back to share more from his book "Living Fearless: Exchanging the Lies of the World for the Liberating Truth of God." Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here

Can a glimpse of heaven change the way we live life here on earth? Author John Burke shares commonalities from over 1000 near-death experiences that reveal what Heaven might be like, from his book, "Imagine Heaven: Near-Death Experiences, God's Promises, and the Exhilarating Future That Awaits You." Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here

Take another look at familiar Bible stories and notice what God is doing. Pastor and author Laurie Short shares from her book "Faith, Doubt, and God's Mysterious Timing: 30 Biblical Insights about the Way God Works." Then singer/songwriter Nicole C. Mullen shares her story from her book "My Redeemer Lives, It's Personal: A Story Of Hope for our Time." Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here

University of Northwestern-St. Paul President Dr. Corbin Hoornbeek and his wife, Heather, join Susie to share their story of following where the Lord leads, even when He leads from sunny, southern California to the frozen tundra of Minnesota. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here

Train derailment, State of the Union, Asbury, and balloons in the sky. Public policy expert Thann Bennett shares how believers can engage in the headlines and offers a biblical perspective on the news of the day. Sign up for Thann's newsletter here. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here Here is the prayer from listener Gwen Thielges, North Dakota Dear Lord, there is so much darkness and despair. Open our eyes to Your light, and help us to reflect that light in all of our encounters with others. Remind us that You are in complete control amidst what seems like confusion and chaos. Overwhelm us with Your indescribable peace and help us radiate that peace in a manner that impacts others for You. Holy Spirit, enable me to speak and act with courage as I strive to live in obedience to You. Grant me discernment regarding any and all views that oppose You. Lord, remove veils from eyes, soften hardened hearts, and draw ever nearer. We love You. In Your name, Amen.

We long for a good life, a beautiful life, a kind life. But clearly that's not the world we live in. Pastor Rich Villodas shares from his book "Good and Beautiful and Kind: Becoming Whole in a Fractured World." He reflects on how we got to this place of division and how by dwelling with God, we can find our way to goodness, beauty, and kindness. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here

The topic of heaven receives a lot of attention as bestselling books and movies have told the stories of people who claim to have been there. But what does the Bible actually say about heaven? Chip Ingram, in his book "The Real Heaven: What the Bible Actually Says," describes how our understanding of heaven matters now, in this life. Because what we believe about heaven actually affects us today in ways we may not have imagined. *Originally aired June 29, 2020* Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here

Bible teacher, author, and activist, Christine Caine shares from her book "How Did I Get Here?". She tells her story of how she found herself drifting, unsure if she wanted to keep going the way she always had, and helps us identify if we're drifting and the value of our anchor in Jesus. *Originally aired June 10, 2021* Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here

God's heart is to know people, His desire is proximity to you. Church leaders Noah and Hannah Egeberg are leading a group of twenty-somethings who are living and doing life reminiscent of Acts 2. They'll share how the group began and the amazing ways they've seen the Lord move, guide and meet needs. Find out more about their ministry here Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here

The self-help section of the local bookstore continues to grow, but we still don't have answers. Radio host, author and Pastor Karl Clauson shares his own faith story and insights about finding help in the power of God, from his book, "The 7 Resolutions: Where Self-Help Ends and God's Power Begins." Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here

Romans tells us to not conform to this world, but to be transformed by the renewing of our minds. Author and pastor Stephen Arterburn talks about practical steps to doing that from his book, "Every Believer's Thought Life: Defeating Destructive Mental Patterns to Gain Victory Over Temptation." Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here

The Bible tells us about two people Satan enters; one is Judas Iscariot, the other is the Antichrist. Speaker and author Jeff Kinley shares from his book "Interview with the Antichrist" and answers listener questions. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here

"Abide in me, and I in you." writes the disciple John. Co-founder of Last Days Disciples, Maria Erickson talks about what stands in the way of our abiding in Christ and how we can cultivate what she calls "good dirt". You can find Maria's discipleship manual here. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here

"Wait on the LORD: Be of good courage, and he shall strengthen thine heart: Wait, I say, on the LORD" Psalm 27:14 Pastor, Counselor and Spiritual Director Pamela Nelson joins Susie to talk about waiting on God and waiting with God. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here

Drawing on her own hard-earned experiences, Susie Larson talks about how to overcome insecurities, busyness, and other obstacles in order to focus your gifts and passions on your unique God-assignment. She shares from her book "Your Beautiful Purpose: Discovering and Enjoying What God Can Do Through You." Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here

She was twenty-three and 79 pounds when her "gym angels" met her at her car. Dr. Lauryn Lax shares her incredible story of healing from disordered eating that began at the tender age of 10. She talks about how God intervened in her life and influences her care as an Occupational Therapist, Functional Medicine Practitioner and Nutritionist. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here

ER trauma surgeon Dr. Tom Blee works in the epicenter of gang violence. He shares from his book, "How to Save a Surgeon: Stories of Impossible Healing." He tells the stories of Ernesto, Caitlyn, and Brad; amazing stories of what happened when God intervened. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here

Have you ever worried if you've missed your calling, or wondered what you were supposed to do with your life? Author and speaker John Bevere shares biblical insights and encouragements from his book, "X: Multiply Your God-Given Potential." *Originally aired December 21, 2020* Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here

A house divided cannot stand. Public policy expert Thann Bennett shares how believers can engage in the headlines and offers a biblical perspective on the divisive world in which we live. Sign up for Thann's newsletter here. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here

Until we exchange what's false for what's real, we will never experience being fully alive, fully human, and fully free. Former law enforcement officer Jamie Winship shares from his book "Living Fearless: Exchanging the Lies of the World for the Liberating Truth of God." Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here

From Genesis to Revelation, the Bible makes it clear that our God has a zealous intent to bless you. Pastor Terry A. Smith shares from his devotional "The Lord Bless You: A 28-Day Journey to Experience God's Extravagant Blessings." He'll help you recapture God's heart for His people and discover His extraordinary goodness in your life right now. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here

No one likes to think about dying, but when you live with the end in mind, there are some important financial decisions to make starting today. GEN Financial Management Principal and Financial Advisor Aaron Lindberg talks all about the financial side of things including trusts versus wills, beneficiaries, keeping records current, and a disaster file. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here

Author and apologist Alisa Childers shares from her book "Live Your Truth and Other Lies: Exposing Popular Deceptions That Make Us Anxious, Exhausted, and Self-Obsessed." She talks about different topics, but mostly the importance of spending our own time in God's Word so we can discern what we're hearing, learning and reading. *Originally aired October 31, 2022* Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here

Faith Radio Program Director Ben Holsen shares about his recent trip to the Dominican Republic with One Child. He shares about witnessing firsthand the life changing work of One Child's Hope Centers and Child Champions. Find out more about becoming a Child Champion here Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here

Ty van Rensburg works to mobilize the US Church through partnerships with One Child's global network of churches. He talks about the difference these partnerships are having in the 16 countries where One Child works. Sambath's story Find out more about becoming a Child Champion here Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here

With an estimated 27.6 million victims worldwide at any given time, human traffickers prey on people of all ages, backgrounds, and nationalities, exploiting them for their own profit. Co-Founder and Executive Director of Fierce Freedom, Jenny Almquist, and Executive Director of Stories Foundation, Stephanie Page, talk about the problem of human trafficking and what we can do to fight it. National Human Trafficking Hotline 1-888-373-7888 Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here

Do you just read the Bible or do you feast on it? Author Wendy Speake shares from her book "The 40-Day Feast: Taste and See the Goodness of God's Word." She talks about the power the Bible has to transform our lives. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here

Pastor Dr. Tony Evans shares from his book "Oneness Embraced: A Kingdom Race Theology for Reconciliation, Unity, and Justice". Then author Dr. John Perkins shared from his book "Count it All Joy: The Ridiculous Paradox of Suffering". *Originally aired April 28, 2022" Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here

Discovery & Vision Trip Coordinator for One Child Yolie Lalama-Garrido has spent her life serving and coming along side people in developing countries, bringing practical help and the hope of Jesus. She shares her story and her work with One Child. Find out more about becoming a Child Champion here Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here

Dr. Troy Spurrill of the Synapse Center for Health and Healing talks about the benefits of Sulphur (found in broccoli and cauliflower), the importance of having a strong structure, they share a couple favorite recipes, and answer listener questions. Dr. Troy's non-profit is State of Grace Foundation. Find out more here. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here