Susie Larson Live

God is the most creative force in the universe and He creates things of beauty. Musician and author Andrew Peterson shares his experience encountering God through the creative pursuits of writing songs and fantasy novels, like his young adult series "The Wingfeather Saga."

Lasting marriages are built one defining moment at a time. It's how we think and behave toward one another in moments like these that determines whether our marriage endures or falters. Dave Harvey describes how ultimately, these are invitations from God to consider our direction and pursue transformation, in his book I Still Do.

Jesus says in John 15 that He is the vine, and we are His branches. He urges us to abide in Him. But what does that look like for the modern believer? Dr. Alan Tennison sheds some light on this chapter of John.

Many struggle with fear and anxiety, and with COVID-19 reaching a pandemic level of spread, fear seems even more common. Dr. Timothy Jennings shares help from brain science research for overcoming fear from his book, "The God-Shaped Brain: How Changing Your View of God Transforms Your Life."

Dr. Troy Spurrill of the Synapse Center for Health and Healing shares hope and tips for building up our immune systems during this COVID-19 pandemic and answers listener's health questions.

We all receive names and labels, good and bad, throughout our lives. But God calls us beloved, beautiful, and accepted. Author Esther Fleece Allen shares how we can better understand who we are by leaving behind the labels that have held us back from her book, "Your New Name."

The Bible says that God's mercies are new every morning (Lamentations 3:23-24). David's prayer in Psalm 51 gives us a great example of how we are to acknowledge God's mercy and seek to live out of that great gift. Pastor and author Jonathan Parnell shares from his book, "Mercy for Today."

Biblical scholar Dr. Ron Rhodes stays on the line to answer a few more listener questions after Bible Answers on Middays with Susie Larson. Listen to the full interview here.

The Bible has instructions for living a godly life, but there are many things Bible does not address directly. Author and Biblical scholar Dr. Ron Rhodes answers listener questions regarding election and free will, how to pursue peace in troubled times, and more. Listen to the bonus podcast here.

Pastor and author Cyd Holsclaw discusses how God loves us while we are waiting on Him, from her book, "Does God Really Like Me?: Discovering the God Who Wants to Be With Us." Listen to the full interview with Cyd here.

Do you ever struggle with the thought that God doesn't just love you, He likes you? Pastor and author Cyd Holsclaw shares what she's discovered about how God views His people from her book, "Does God Really Like Me?" Listen to the bonus podcast with Cyd here.

One in three American women has experienced sexual harassment or abuse. But God can bring healing and reconciliation between men and women. Author Danielle Strickland shares from her book, "Better Together: How Women and Men Can Heal the Divide and Work Together to Transform the Future."

The widow in 2 Kings 4 needed a miracle and God granted her one. Pastors Peter and Carolyn Haas of Substance Church share important lessons we can learn from this passage about how and perhaps why God grants miracles. Peter and Carolyn share inspiring stories of miracles they've experienced as well.

Do you long to be closer to God, but you aren't sure how t0 make it happen? Author and pastor Heath Adamson shares what he's learned about truly pursuing intimacy with God from his book, "The Sacred Chase: Moving from Proximity to Intimacy with God."

Do you feel burdened by your obligations? Does it feel like work to live your life by the Bible's standards? Pastor and author Vance Pitman shares what he's learned about living a life that glorifies Jesus from his book, "Unburdened: Stop Living for Jesus So Jesus Can Live through You."

The Christian life comes in seasons, with parallels to nature's seasons. Author and scholar Mark Buchanan shares how to identify and navigate the seasons of life with God from his book, "Spiritual Rhythm: Being with Jesus Every Season of Your Soul."

Maybe you find yourself wondering if your Christian values like honesty, integrity, and generosity still matter. Pastor and author Dr. James Merritt shares key biblical insights and examples of character from his book, "Character Still Counts: It Is Time to Restore Our Lasting Values."

Do you struggle with finances in your marriage? Author Shaunti Feldhahn shares the results of research and biblical truths about how we view our financial resources from her book, "Thriving in Love and Money: 5 Game-Changing Insights about Your Relationship, Your Money, and Yourself" co-authored with her husband Jeff.

We live in a world that is more chaotic and busy than ever before. So how do we return to a place of peace? Author John Eldredge shares practical daily practices for finding refreshment from his book, "Get Your Life Back: Everyday Practices for a World Gone Mad."

You may think of Lent as a season of fasting and reflection, and these are often elements of the season leading up to Easter. Author Asheritah Ciuciu invites us to experience the love of Jesus Christ in a new way this Lent from her book, "Uncovering the Love of Jesus."

Do you often feel like you are over committed, stressed out, or unsure of what to do with your life? Author Jordan Raynor shares how we can discover our God-given purpose and focus our lives around the call God has for each of us from his book, "Master of One."

Rebecca Bender never thought she'd be the victim of human trafficking, but in her early twenties she found herself working as an escort in Las Vegas. She shares how she escaped and how God redeemed her in her book, "In Pursuit of Love: One Woman's Journey from Trafficked to Triumphant."

The Bible refers to all who believe in Jesus Christ as saints, yet Christians as a culture do not identify with that term. Addison Bevere shares his belief that this term is the mysterious key to unlocking the life of meaning and purpose many Christians crave in his book, "Saints: Becoming More Than Christians."

Pastor Drew Shepp continues his conversation revealing what we can learn from the story of Jonah and how it impacts our calling in life. Listen to the full interview here. Listen to Drew's sermon on Jonah here.

Jonah was called by God to be a prophet, but he ran from God's call to speak to Nineveh. Pastor Drew Shepp shares what we can learn about God's call on our lives from the story of Jonah. Hear Drew's sermon on Jonah here. Listen to the bonus podcast here.

While we can't determine how God will act, we can be expectant and anticipate His work in our lives. James Choung shares a model of revival leadership for Christians who want to facilitate and spread revival in their lives from his book (co-authored by Ryan Pfeiffer), "Longing for Revival."

Dr. W. Lee Warren was wrestling with the realities of life as a neurosurgeon when he experienced unthinkable tragedy at the loss of his son. He shares what he's learned about God, faith, doubt, and the supernatural power of hope from his book, "I've Seen The End of You."

Dr. Troy Spurill of the Synapse Center for Health and Healing discusses in detail the Fabulous 8, a list of practices to implement for a healthier lifestyle. Listen to the full interview here.

On this edition of "Healthy Living," Dr. Troy Spurrill of the Synapse Center for Health and Healing explains the differences between being fit and being healthy and gives tips for becoming both fit and healthy. He addresses listener questions as well. Listen to the bonus podcast with Dr. Troy here.

Author and speaker Lisa Whittle continues her discussion about making Jesus your top priority and how to serve with humility from her book, "Jesus Over Everything: Uncomplicating the Daily Struggle to Put Jesus First." Listen to the full interview here.

As Christians, we know that Christ should be our main priority. But that is more challenging than we'd like to admit. Lisa Whittle shares what she's learned about truly putting God first in her life from her book, "Jesus Over Everything." Listen to the bonus podcast with Lisa here.

Friendships can be wonderful, life-giving relationships. But many are secretly longing for more rich friendships in our lives. Author and speaker Kim Wier shares research on the impact of friendships and biblical advice for being the friend God calls you to be from her book, "The Art of Friendship."

Bible scholar and author Dr. Ron Rhodes shares various views of the end times from his book, "The 8 Great Debates of Bible Prophecy: Understanding the Controversies." Dr. Rhodes answers listener questions about Israel, the difficulties of interpreting confusing Bible passages, and more.

Jesus reveals the unique ways of the Kingdom of God through his Sermon on the Mount. Theology professor Dr. Alan Tennison unpacks the Beatitudes from Matthew 5 and Luke 6 and helps us understand the biblical context of one of Jesus' most well-known sermons.

Pastor and author Joshua Gagnon continues his discussion of discerning and pursuing the dreams and plans God has for us from his book, "It's Not Over: Leaving Behind Disappointment and Learning to Dream Again." Listen to the full interview with Joshua here.

God has a plan for your life, even when it feels like life as you know it is over. Pastor and author Joshua Gagnon inspires you to pursue the dreams God has given you, from his book, "It's Not Over." Listen to the bonus podcast with Joshua here.

Pastors Kerry and Chris Shook's family experienced heartbreak at the birth and death of their grandson Jude who lived for just one day on Earth. They share the spiritual lessons learned through hard circumstances in their book, "The Gift of One Day: How to Find Hope When Life Gets Hard."

We all receive names and labels, good and bad, throughout our lives. But God calls us beloved, beautiful, and accepted. Author Esther Fleece Allen shares how we can better understand who we are by leaving behind the labels that have held us back from her book, "Your New Name."

Pastor and author Cyd Holsclaw discusses how God loves us while we are waiting on Him, from her book, "Does God Really Like Me?: Discovering the God Who Wants to Be With Us." Listen to the full interview with Cyd here.

Do you ever struggle with the thought that God doesn't just love you, He likes you? Pastor and author Cyd Holsclaw shares what she's discovered about how God views His people from her book, "Does God Really Like Me?" Listen to the bonus podcast with Cyd here.

Whether you've experienced a known trauma or have had a relatively peaceful life, you could still be held back by lies. Author Elizabeth Melendez Fisher Good shares lies that may have groomed you from her book, "Groomed: Overcoming the Messages that Shaped Our Past and Limit Our Future."

Do you wonder if God really cares for you? Do you struggle to accept and feel God's love? Author and pastor Landra Young Hughes shares how her battle with an eating disorder lead to experiencing and understanding God's love for her from her book, "A Different Kind of Love Story."

Watch the news in America and it can seem like we've all but forgotten our biblical roots, but America was founded by people who knew the Scriptures and knew God. Pastor and author Robert J. Morgan shares inspiring stories from his book, "100 Bible Verses That Made America."

Author and leader Alec Hill's life was completely changed after multiple cancer diagnosis'. Alec shares lessons learned in suffering and how we can all learn to appreciate life more and find our God-given purposes. His book is "Living in Bonus Time: Surviving Cancer, Finding New Purpose."

We all experience suffering in life, but sometimes it seems like we suffer more than others. How do you hold onto faith when it seems like God has forgotten you? Author Michele Cushatt shares her story from her book, "Relentless: The Unshakeable Presence of a God Who Never Leaves."

On this edition of "Healthy Living," Dr. Troy Spurrill of the Synapse Center for Health and Healing shares encouragement and tips for those struggling with anxiety and depression. Susie and Dr. Troy also take general health questions from our listeners.

Whether you run a company or manage your household, you are a leader. Authors Steve and Becky Harling share how the art of listening well can make you a better leader in all areas of life from their book, "Listen Well, Lead Better: Becoming the Leader People Want to Follow."

One in three American women has experienced sexual harassment or abuse. But God can bring healing and reconciliation between men and women. Author Danielle Strickland shares from her book, "Better Together: How Women and Men Can Heal the Divide and Work Together to Transform the Future."

Humility is an important virtue for the Christian. But many misunderstand it. Author John Dickson shares biblical truths and modern research about true the impacts of humility from his book. "Humilitas: A Lost Key to Life, Love, and Leadership."

Pastor Drew Shepp continues his conversation revealing what we can learn from the story of Jonah and how it impacts our calling in life. Listen to the full interview here. Listen to Drew's sermon on Jonah here.