Susie Larson Live

Pastor and author James Merritt shared from his book "How to Deal with How You Feel: Managing the Emotions That Make Life Unmanageable." He vulnerably shares about what took him into Christian counseling and what he's learned about what to do with how he feels.

Authors Gabe and Andrea Olson share their story of when the winds of change began to blow in their lives and they made the courageous choice to follow God into the unknown. It led them to start Overflow Worship and write The Big God Books. Andrea mentions this resource for worship leaders: www.overflowworshipleaders.com/toolkit

New York Times bestselling author Jerry B. Jenkins shared from his novel "Dead Sea Conspiracy: A Novel (Dead Sea Chronicles, 2)." He talks about the story from this second book in the series and the themes of repentance and making amends. He also shares about writing for The Chosen.

Founder of The Reel Hope Project Kaycee Stanley and Reel Hope Community Engagement Manager Naomi Terlouw join guest host Thann Bennett to talk about God's heart for children. Kaycee shares what inspired her to start Reel Hope and Naomi shares some of her favorite stories.

Maria Erickson of Last Days Disciples ministry talks about the importance of having a right understanding of God's view, thoughts and affections for us. She talks about how to discover where the enemy is stealing in your life and overcoming it with the Word of God. *Originally aired June 27, 2022*

Pastor and author Samuel Rodriguez shares from his book "Persevere with Power: What Heaven Starts, Hell Cannot Stop". Pulling from Elijah and Elisha, Pastor Rodriguez reminds us to not confuse the temporary with the permanent and to be faithful in what the Lord has set before us. *Originally aired October 6, 2021*

Apologist and author Abdu Murray shares from his book "More Than a White Man's Religion: Why the Gospel Has Never Been Merely White, Male-Centered, or Just Another Religion." He talks about growing up as a Shiite Muslim, discovering Christ and Christianity, and much more.

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.

Brent Patrick McDougal shares from his book "Prayer Power: 40 Days of Learning to Pray Like George Müller." He talks about what missteps we make in practicing prayer and the practical practices to a life of prayer that perseveres. He also addresses hearing God through prayer.

Dr. Troy Spurrill of the Synapse Center for Health and Healing talks about how to build your stress resilience. He also answers listener questions about supplements to help with sleep, dealing with fibromyalgia, herbal remedies, dealing with long term pain of shingles, home hyperbaric chamber, scientific data around prayer and more!

Bestselling author Tessa Afshar shares from her book "The Hidden Prince." It's a thrilling tale of a woman who feels she has no future but soon discovers the fate of nations may rest in her hands. Tessa shares some of the story and the context of this period in history.

Dr. Alison Cook shares from her book "The Best of You: Break Free from Painful Patterns, Mend Your Past, and Discover Your True Self in God." She talks about recognizing trauma, working toward healing, and becoming the true self God created us to be.

Pastor Jodi Ruch joins Susie to talk about R.T. Kendall's "Total Forgiveness." Jodi shares how she came to discover Kendall's book at a time when she needed it most. They talk about what forgiveness is, what it is not, and the supernatural effect it can have.

Attorney Melissa Coleman extended a hand to Susie, asking to pray for her healing. God used the experience of praying through mercy to bring healing to Susie. Melissa shares the process of mercy prayers. *Originally aired April 26, 2022*

Change can be hard, but it's a common part of life. Author and leader Thann Bennett shares thoughts about the upcoming midterm elections and how you can pray no matter your political beliefs. Thann and Susie talk about thoughtful, prayerful, hopeful engagement in the world today. Sign up for Thann's newsletter here.

Summit Ministries President Jeff Myers shares from his book "Truth Changes Everything (Perspectives: A Summit Ministries Series)." He talks about his own faith experience and the importance of finding safe places to ask questions. He also shares practical ways to share our faith.

Bestselling author Joanna Weaver shares from her book "Embracing Trust: The Art of Letting Go and Holding On to a Forever-Faithful God." With grace and mercy, she talks about the ten signs you don't fully trust God and ten ways to make your way back to God.

Speaker and founder of Real Life Women's Conference Shantel Dudley shares her heartbreaking story of abuse and neglect in her childhood. She also talks about how when she cried out to God and started to walk with Him, He led her on journey of healing and forgiveness she couldn't imagine.

Author and theologian Tim Challies talks about his book, "Seasons of Sorrow: The Pain of Loss and the Comfort of God." He tells the story of losing his oldest son Nick and vulnerably shares about his experience in grief, what he learned about God and the ways he saw God show up.

Pastor, Counselor and Spiritual Director Pamela Nelson joins Susie to talk about the indescribable peace of God. She tells a story of how God gave her peace in the midst of a storm in her life and used it to spur curiosity in her co-worker. They spend time praying for listeners and also unpack Psalm 46.

Author Gary Thomas shares from his book "Making Your Marriage a Fortress: Strengthening Your Marriage to Withstand Life's Storms." He shares stories from marriages that will encourage and inspire you to do the work to fortify your marriage and relationships.

Ivelisse Page is a young and vibrant wife and mother of four. She is also a stage 4 colon cancer survivor. She shares her story that begins with her family history of colon cancer, decision to not treat with chemotherapy and radiation, the fight for her mind, and eventual healing. "I Will Have No Fear Prayer" *Originally aired May 17, 2022*

You have experienced hard things in life – probably even just in the last 2 years! Dr. Dan Allender helps up process our hurts and find healing and a deeper understanding of our God-given purpose, from his book, "Redeeming Heartache: How Past Suffering Reveals Our True Calling." *Originally aired March 7, 2022*

Who you are as a Christ-follower should impact every aspect of your life. But sometimes we forget this truth. Author and leader Addison Bevere shares reminders of biblical identity from his book, "Saints: Becoming More Than Christians." *Originally aired February 23, 2022*

Are you worn out or tired, trying to measure up and be "enough"? Author and artist Ruth Chou Simons offers respite and a reminder of God's abundant grace, from her book "When Strivings Cease: Replacing the Gospel of Self-Improvement with the Gospel of Life-Transforming Grace." *Originally aired January 31, 2022*

Prison Fellowship Vice President of Program Design and Evaluation Jesse Wiese shares his own story of serving seven and half years in prison for an attempted bank robbery. He talks about how he got involved with Prison Fellowship while in prison and how his experience after serving his time influences his work today.

Pastor Alan Wright joins guest host Thann Bennett to share from his book "The Power to Bless: How to Speak Life and Empower the People You Love." He talks about how we cannot earn blessing, that God has already blessed us and we can live out of that blessing.

Emmanuel Christian Center Pastor Nate Ruch shares from his sermon "A Praying House." He says without a prayer connection to God, your life is missing what makes it special, your family is missing what will hold it together, our Church is missing what makes church special, parents are raising their kids alone.

Guest host Thann Bennett welcomes his wife, Brooke Bennett, to talk about how God has been leading them, specifically in the last few years. They tell their story of how God's put on Brooke's heart to foster newborn babies and the process their family went through to make that a reality. Brooke mentions: Fields of the Fatherless / Heart Gallery of America

Pastor and author Tyler Staton shared from his book "Praying Like Monks, Living Like Fools: An Invitation to the Wonder and Mystery of Prayer." The invitation is to an ordinary yet radical way of life, using historic Christian practices as both inspiring vision and practical instruction for how to encounter the wondrous, mysterious, living God through prayer.

Susie Larson talks about the importance of having an eternal perspective as we look back at our past, at our current day and into our future. She pulls from the account of Abraham following where God leads, the Israelites wanting to return to Egypt, and more.

Author Erica Wiggenhorn talks about her book "An Unexpected Revival: Experiencing God's Goodness through Disappointment and Doubt- An 8-week Bible Study of Ezekiel." She shares about how her study of the book of Ezekiel helped her to learn and experience God's affection for her.

What is your favorite attribute of God? Maybe it's His love, faithfulness, holiness, or patience. Bible scholar Dr. Michael Rydelnik shares about some Hebrew names of God, Jewish holidays, and answers listener questions about the value of our life on Earth, God's purpose for and view of angels, and more. His book is "50 Most Important Bible Questions."

Pastor and author Sharon Hodde Miller shares from her book "The Cost of Control: Why We Crave It, the Anxiety It Gives Us, and the Real Power God Promises". She talks about how to discover the real power God has given us in Christ, to exercise influence over ourselves and our lives.

Policy expert and author Thann Bennett gives an update on what's happening and how God is moving in his life and then gives an update on what's happening on Capitol Hill leading up to the election. Thann's book is "My Fame, His Fame: Aiming Your Life and Influence Toward the Glory of God."

Pastor and author Mike Novotny talks about his book "What's Big Starts Small: 6 Ways to Grow Great Faith". He shares the six forces working against you--threats to your faith--trying to keep you from flourishing in your relationship with God.

Traditional and functional medicine doctor Dr. Jill Carnahan talks about methylation, what it is and what it does. She also answers listener questions about dealing with health issues in children, MARCoNS, ADHD, SIBO, and more.

Kare-11 anchor, Julie Nelson, and Treehouse Youth Associate, Destiny Maxwell, talk about the staggering decline in teen mental health in recent years. They share about how TreeHouse is working to end hopelessness among teens by serving teens and families. TreeHouse wants every teen to know these truths: I am lovable, capable and worthwhile; I am loved without strings and never alone; I have a future. Find our more about the online event here.

Pastor and author Max Lucado shares from his book "Help Is Here: Finding Fresh Strength and Purpose in the Power of the Holy Spirit". He talks about his own story of working out of his own strength and rediscovering the strength found in the Holy Spirit.

Our God speaks, but it can be so hard to know if we are hearing from Him. Author and Pastor Pete Greig offers practical, biblical insights from his book, "How to Hear God: A Simple Guide for Normal People." For more information about the Lectio 365 app, click here. *Originally aired February 28, 2022* We hope you enjoy our Fall Fundraiser Bonus Podcast! If you love listening to Susie Larson Live, consider supporting Faith Radio by giving at myfaithradio.com!

Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith shares from her book "Sacred Rest: Recover Your Life, Renew Your Energy, Restore Your Sanity." She talks about how to identify physical, mental, emotional, social, spiritual and sensory fatigue and ways to find rest in each area. *Originally aired July 7, 2022* We hope you enjoy our Fall Fundraiser Bonus Podcast! If you love listening to Susie Larson Live, consider supporting Faith Radio by giving at myfaithradio.com!

You've prayed for the impossible to happen…and you're still waiting. But this time is not being wasted – God is working in you! Author and Pastor Mark Batterson shares his own experience of spiritual growth through trials and waiting on God, from his book, "Draw the Circle: The 40 Day Prayer Challenge." *Originally aired May 4, 2022*

Counselor and author John Eldredge talks about his book "Resilient: Restoring Your Weary Soul in These Turbulent Times." He encourages you to be gracious to yourself and how you can cultivate a soul that is resilient and unified with Christ. *Originally aired June 6, 2022*

Pastor Andrew Arndt shares from his book "Streams in the Wasteland: Finding Spiritual Renewal with the Desert Fathers and Mothers." He talks about what we can learn about embracing the radical way of Jesus to save our souls.

Spiritual Director Pamela Nelson joins Susie to talk about self-compassion. They begin their conversation with the practice of Lectio Divina and then dive into their conversation about managing emotions and self compassion. Find out more about the Lecitio 365 app here

Rabbi Jason Sobel shares from the book he co-authored with Kathie Lee Gifford, "The God of the Way: A Journey into the Stories, People, and Faith That Changed the World Forever." Rabbi talks about the different names and attributes of God.

Author and podcast host Carlos Whittaker shares from his book "Kill the Spider: Getting Rid of What's Really Holding You Back." He talks about going beyond clearing and cleaning the cobwebs in our soul to finding and killing the spiders.

Os Hillman, author of 31 Decrees of Blessing for Your Work Life, talks about the power of speaking the wisdom and decrees found in the Bible and the power they have when we are in relationship with God. *Originally aired March 2, 2021*

Pastor and author Jim Cymbala shares from his book "Fan the Flame: Let Jesus Renew Your Calling and Revive Your Church." He talks about getting back to fundamentals of faith, like communing with God and reminds us that the best place to be is in obedience to God.

Dr. Troy Spurrill of the Synapse Center for Health and Healing talks about sleep, what keeps you from sleeping and five hacks to try to get you better sleep. Dr. Troy and Susie take listener calls and questions about sleep! Book Dr. Troy mentioned: "Why We Sleep: Unlocking the Power of Sleep and Dreams" by Matthew Walker PhD