Susie Larson Live

Counselor and author Dr. Michelle Bengtson talks about how during her fight against cancer, she posted each day on social media. Each post began with "Today is going to be a good day because" and ended with one of God's many promises. Those posts inspired her new book "Today Is Going to Be a Good Day: 90 Promises from God to Start Your Day Off Right".

Author, Speaker and advocate Ann Voskamp shares from her new 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.

Author Partrick Morley shares from his new book "The Four Voices: Taking Control of the Conversation in Your Head." He talks about how to conquer those thoughts and feelings that keep dragging you down. With God's help, you can set your heart free and find peace of mind.

The world defines success as a bigger paycheck and more important-sounding job title. But God's definition of what makes you successful is very different. Authors Michelle Myers and Somer Pheobus share from their book, "She Works His Way: A Practical Guide for Doing What Matters Most in a Get-Things-Done World." *Originally aired February 25, 2022*

Author and leader Thann Bennett shares insights from Washington D.C. where he says the tone feels like a mountain of crises. He talks about rising gas prices, the fall-out from the Supreme Court leak, the January 6 hearings, and more. Thann's book is "My Fame, His Fame." To find the law mentioned, Google search US Code 18 USC 1507

Bible scholar and radio host Dr. Michael Rydelnik answers listener questions like "which Bible translation is best?" and "Should how we pray change in light of the times we live in?" and explores what we can learn from the life of Abraham. His book is "50 Most Important Bible Questions."

Author, speaker, co-founder and visionary of Living Wholehearted, Terra Mattson offers wisdom and advice in how to handle relationships, especially friendships, when it feels like it's shifting and changing. Terra and her husband, Jeff, are the authors of "Shrinking the Integrity Gap: Between What Leaders Preach and Live."

In the book of Ephesians, Paul offers teachings on the love and wrath of God, the importance of grace, and our roles within our families, churches, and the world. Author and Pastor Dr. Scotty Smith helps us understand these important teachings, from his book, "Ephesians: The Love We Long For."

In this special bonus conversation, Ivelisse Page shares how learning to forgive fostered deeper emotional, spiritual, and even physical healing in her life.

Are you stuck, trapped in bitterness and anger? Author and Bible teacher Dr. Bruce Wilkinson offers a biblical path to freedom, from his book, "The Freedom Factor: Finding Peace by Forgiving Others...and Yourself." *This conversation was previously heard on Live the Promise on 8-17-2016, and has been edited to air on Susie Larson Live.*

Dr. Troy Spurrill of the Synapse Center for Health and Healing gets back to the basics of what to do to maintain a healthy lifestyle. He also answers a backlog of listener questions. Links from today's show: Set the Pace 5k / Your Immune System under a microscope.

In the second half of a two-part interview, host Susie and her husband Kevin share their amazing testimony to the healing power of God they've experienced.

In the first half of a two-part interview, host Susie and her husband Kevin share their story journeying through medical and financial struggles as a young couple and eventually finding a firm foundation with God's help.

Counselor and author John Eldredge talks about his new book "Resilient: Restoring Your Weary Soul in These Turbulent Times." He encourages you to be graceful with yourself and how you can cultivate a soul that is resilient and unified with Christ.

The first half we listen to a conversation with Louie Giglio about his book "Don't Give the Enemy a Seat at Your Table". Then the second half we hear from Louie Giglio about his new book "At the Table with Jesus: 66 Days to Draw Closer to Christ and Fortify Your Faith".

Speaker and author Carlos Whittaker talk about his book "Enter Wild: Exchange a Mild and Mundane Faith for Life with an Uncontainable God." He talks about the importance of rest, doing battle and getting wild in your faith.

Does prayer feel like just another task on your to-do list? Author Asheritah Ciuciu offers practical steps to use in your prayer time so you can be refreshed and grow closer to God, from her book, "Prayers of Rest: Daily Prompts to Slow Down and Hear God's Voice."

Speaker and author, Lisa Bevere, shares from her new book "Fiercely Loved: God's Wild Thoughts about You." She talks about how most people feel fiercely judged, but we're actually fiercely loved by God and that we need to have people in our lives who are willing to ask hard questions.

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"

Amir Tsarfati shares from his new book "Revealing Revelation: How God's Plans for the Future Can Change Your Life Now" He shares his story of coming to know Yeshua (Jesus) from Old Testament prophecy, the importance of studying Revelation, and what we can learn from it.

Author Nicole Unice shares from her book, "The Miracle Moment: How Tough Conversations Can Actually Transform Your Most Important Relationships." She talks about dealing with our fear, finding rhythms to stay in connection with the Lord, and getting honest about your own suffering.

Tom Phillips, Vice President of the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association and author of "Ignite Your Passion for Jesus," talks about the history of revival, the important role prayer plays in revival and reminds us that Jesus is praying for us continually. *Originally aired May 18, 2021*

Hannah Nation shares from her new book "Faith in the Wilderness: Words of Exhortation from the Chinese Church". Hannah gives history and context to the church in China and shares what we can learn from the house churches in China.

Susie Larson reflects on the times and how to navigate life in such a time as this. She gives an update o her health, fields listener questions, prays for listeners and makes space to linger with the Lord. She says, "I think God wants us, more than ever, to be in tune with the Holy Spirit." * Originally aired February 15, 2022* Links from today's show: Melissa Coleman Conversation Dr. Dan Allender Conversation

How do you engage hard conversations about current events? Social media often complicates the matter with memes targeting your action or lack thereof. Author John Koessler shares from his article, "The Trouble with Meme Activism: Sometimes to Speak is Not to Speak."

Policy expert and author Thann Bennett offers updated details about the Supreme Court document leak and some possible outcomes from the internal investigation. Thann also talks about the possible proposal of the WHO pandemic treaty and the implications of the United States joining.

the secular world is rewriting the definition of gender and manhood. But the biblical definition hasn't changed. Author and Pastor Chase Replogle shares insights from his book, "The 5 Masculine Instincts: A Guide to Becoming a Better Man."

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"

Maybe it's easy to trust God with some parts of your life. But God can and should be trusted with everything. Authors Karen Ehman and Ruth Schwenk share insights from their book, "Trusting God in All The Things: 90 Devotions for Finding Peace in Your Every Day."

Life is more chaotic than ever, and God has put you here for such a time as this. Author and Pastor Ray Pritchard shares practical steps for responding to the times from his free booklet, "Spiritual Warfare in the Last Days."

Dr. Troy Spurrill of the Synapse Center for Health and Healing talks about the importance of maintaining balance. He'll talk about what you can learn from balance tests and how listening to your body helps you to stay in balance. He also answers listener questions.

News headlines from Eastern Europe and the Middle East are hard to read - but God is at work. Missionary Tom Doyle shares incredible stories of transformation and bold faith from former Muslims in the Middle East. His book is "Women Who Risk: Secret Agents for Jesus in the Muslim World."

Pastor and author Vance Pitman shares from his new book "The Stressless Life: Experiencing the Unshakable Presence of God's Indescribable Peace". With compassion and biblical insight he calls us away from anxious living to a life of indescribable peace by applying truths from God's Word to the stress we feel in our lives.

Revelation can be confusing and even downright scary. But for believers it is also a source of hope and deeper understanding of who Jesus is. Author and pastor Dr. Robert Morgan shares insights from his book "The 50 Final Events in World History: The Bible's Last Words on Earth's Final Days."

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*

Former professional soccer player and pastor, Matthew Maher, shares his remarkable story that started with a career ending injury that led to a night of drinking, a fatal accident, a prison sentence, and how God transformed him in the process and brought healing and redemption.

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."

Pastor Alan Wright shares the importance of blessing from his book The Power to Bless: How to Speak Life and Empower the People You Love. At the end of the show, he prays a blessing over those who haven't had blessing spoken over them and those battered by life.

Author and speaker Beth Guckenberger shares inspiring stories of miracles from her own life and helps equip you with strategies for fighting against the Enemy's attacks in your life. Beth's book is "Throw the First Punch: Defeating the Enemy Hell-Bent on Your Destruction."

Singer, songwriter and author Michael Card talks about his book "Inexpressible: Hesed and the Mystery of God's Lovingkindness". Card says the Hebrew word hesed is difficult to translate and talks about what he's learned about the word and how it's changed his view of and relationship with God.

Pastor Dr. Tony Evans shares from his new 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".

The book of Revelation speaks of End Times and can often cause fear in its readers. But Dr. Scotty Smith says the final book of the Bible is actually a love letter to you, from God. Dr. Scotty Smith's book is "Revelation: Hope in the Darkness."

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. Mercy Prayers: Releasing mercy over the perpetrators in my life: Loving Father and Righteous Judge, I summons [name] to the heavenly courts. [Name] I charge you with [offenses-list them individually]. You are guilty of these charges and deserving of punishment. However, because Jesus chose to extend mercy to me for a debt I could never repay, I choose to extend this same mercy to you for your offenses against me. Jesus, I ask that you not count [name]'s sins against him/her. I hereby break the power of condemnation off of you, [name] and I declare you acquitted, forgiven and free. I also hereby break every tie I have had with the accuser against [name]. Enemy, you no longer have power over me and no legal right to torment me. I will not be lured back in by you or commit double jeopardy. I break off my relationship with you now against [name] for good. ©Melissa Coleman Releasing mercy over myself when there's been prolonged unforgiveness: Loving Father and Righteous Judge, I put myself in the defendant's seat in your heavenly court and I charge myself with the offense of unforgiveness against [name] for [amount] years. Although I am guilty of this sin of unforgiveness and deserving of punishment, I plea the blood of Jesus and I release Jesus' mercy over myself, so my sin will not be counted against me. I hereby break off the power of the enemy to accuse and condemn me for this sin. I declare myself acquitted, forgiven and set free in Jesus' name. ©Melissa Coleman Releasing mercy over myself for violating my conscience: Loving Father and Righteous Judge, I put myself in the defendant's seat in your heavenly court and I charge myself with the offense of violating my conscience by [name of the offense]. I also charge myself with the offense of ignoring your Holy Spirit's leading to do/not do [name how you ignored Holy Spirit]. Although I am guilty and deserving of punishment, I plea the blood of Jesus and I release Jesus' mercy over these sins, so they will not be counted against me. I hereby break off the power of the enemy to accuse and condemn me. I declare myself acquitted, forgiven and set free in Jesus' name. ©Melissa Coleman Special Bonus Livestream https://youtu.be/n-Ww3AGFdG4

If you pause and really think about what makes your heart beat faster, or maybe brings on sadness or anger. You have a God-given dream within you. Author and Pastor Chip Ingram shares insights from his book, "Holy Ambition: Turning God-Shaped Dreams into Reality."

Our God speaks, but it can be 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*

Dr. Troy Spurrill of the Synapse Center for Health and Healing takes audience questions in a post-show Q&A. This content was recorded during a live studio event on January 13, 2022. Listen to the full show audio here.

Dr. Troy Spurrill of the Synapse Center for Health and Healing joins Susie and a live audience! They talk about cellular age, parasites, coffee enemas, and more. Susie and Dr. Troy take general health questions from our listeners and live audience. *Originally aired January 13, 2022* Listen to the bonus podcast here.

Despite some common misconceptions, doubt is normal. Author and Pastor Tyler Staton shares a biblical perspective on doubt, a life of faith, and how we view God and ourselves, from his book, "Searching For Enough: The High-Wire Walk Between Doubt and Faith." *Originally aired February 14, 2022*

Author and speaker Aubrey Sampson shares from her book "Known: How Believing Who God Says You Are Changes Everything". She talks about how God is in our past and He's in and speaks into our future. Aubrey encourages us to live from our approval vs for our approval. *Originally aired December 16, 2022*

The Devil wants you to stay trapped by your fears and insecurities - but with Christ you are an overcomer! Author and Pastor Kyle Winkler shares practical help from his book, "Shut Up Devil: Silencing the 10 Lies Behind Every Battle You Face."