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A Call to the Nation

Carter Conlon

November 15, 2026

Living Between Promise and Power We begin in Luke When all the people were baptized it came to pass that Jesus also was baptized And while he prayed the heaven was opened And the Holy Spirit descended in bodily form like a dove upon him And a voice came from heaven which said 'You are my beloved Son In you I am well pleased ' Now Jesus himself began his ministry at about years of age Now go to Luke Then Jesus returned in the power of the Spirit to Galilee And the news of him went out throughout all [... more]

Clearview Today

Abidan Shah

November 13, 2026

Is Bearing Fruit Optional for Christians?

Most of us were told the urgent thing is to get saved and then we coast Jesus told a short little-known parable about a tree that wasn't bearing fruit and what happens to that tree says a lot about us In this episode we read Luke and walk through what comes before it from Jesus' warnings about being ready to why we change the subject when the Holy Spirit convicts us Let's also look at how John the Baptist describes fruit and the difference between grace and mercy Saved Then What Is Bearing Fruit Optional Reading the Fig Tree Parable [... more]

Focus on the Family

Jim Daly

November 13, 2026

The Power of Resting in Gratitude with God

Thankfulness is much more than a feeling it's an action it's something we can choose to be and do Even when it's hard God cares deeply about whether we are thankful people Stu Epperson has researched this topic thoroughly and offers great insights on how you and I can move our thanksgiving from one day a year into a lifestyle all year long Get Thanks-Living free with your gift Get More Episode Resources Do you have a story or comment on how Focus on the Family impacted you or your family Leave a message for Jim Daly If you enjoyed [... more]

Wisdom for the Heart

Dr. Stephen Davey

November 13, 2026

Wise Counsel for Christian Citizens Part 2 (1 Peter 2:16-17)

Share a commentIf your day feels chaotic before it even starts the problem might be priority not productivity We sit with one compact verse Peter and let it question everything Who comes first when your feet hit the floor What masters your choices your words your plans and your reactions The claim is simple and sharp everyone is a slave to something so real freedom shows up when Christ holds mastery and God gets first place From there we move straight into the public fallout of private reverence Honor all people means treating every human being as valuable because they [... more]

Focus on the Family

Jim Daly

November 12, 2026

Raising Wise Kids in a Digital World

Technology is changing fast and keeping up with what your kids are seeing using and experiencing online can feel overwhelming Chris McKenna offers practical biblical advice to help you navigate technology with your family and protect your kids from some of its biggest dangers You don't have to get technology right but you can be intentional about getting it right where it matters most Get Habits of the Tech-Ready Family free with your gift Get More Episode Resources Do you have a story or comment on how Focus on the Family impacted you or your family Leave a message for [... more]

Wisdom for the Heart

Dr. Stephen Davey

November 12, 2026

Wise Counsel for Christian Citizens Part 1 (1 Peter 2:16-17)

Share a commentCulture moves fast and it can make you feel old overnight Facts multiply technology resets the rules and even the meaning of freedom gets contested in public life We go to Peter - because it refuses to panic It gives us a grounded way to live with courage and clarity when faith is pushed to the margins and the pressure to stay quiet keeps rising We talk about what it means to act like free people even when circumstances feel restrictive Christian freedom is not wishful thinking and it is not political control It is the deeper liberation [... more]

Clearview Today

Abidan Shah

November 11, 2026

The Good Samaritan Isn't Just About Being Nice

Everyone knows the Good Samaritan but not everyone knows why Jesus told it A lawyer asked Jesus a question and the story Jesus told in reply was aimed at the question behind it In this episode we read Luke and back up to the conversation that started it then look at who the Samaritans were and why Jews and Samaritans did not get along Let's also see what James and John asked Jesus to do in Luke and what it teaches us about mercy Mr Rogers and the Question of a Good Neighbor Parables Are Mirrors Who Are You in [... more]

Faith And Finance

Rob West

November 11, 2026

How We Make Money Matters with Robin John

Faithful stewardship begins long before we decide how much to give It starts with how we earn save invest and use the resources God has entrusted to us Nearly years ago theologian John Wesley preached a sermon titled The Use of Money offering Christians a framework for managing their finances Make all you can save all you can and give all you can At first glance those three principles might seem like separate financial goals But Wesley intended something far more comprehensive He believed that every aspect of our financial lives should reflect our love for God and neighbor Robin [... more]

Focus on the Family

Jim Daly

November 11, 2026

The Heart of a Warrior

War veteran Chad Robichaux uses a story of nearly being captured by the Taliban in Afghanistan to make an important point when we are at a critical juncture in our life we need to recognize that fact and then make a move He calls it being on the X Chad goes on to share how he almost committed suicide while suffering PTSD and encourages his audience to fight against suicidal thoughts He concludes by describing how a mission to save his Afghan interpreter turned into a huge evacuation of anyone targeted by the Taliban after American forces left Afghanistan Get [... more]

Clearview Today

Abidan Shah

November 10, 2026

The Storm in Jesus' Parable Isn't the One You Think

We all want to decorate our Christian lives but a lot of us haven't built on the proper foundation yet Jesus' parable of the two builders is one of the best known in the Bible and the storm in it may not be the one you expect In this episode we walk through Matthew from why Matthew and Luke word the parable differently to who Jesus was actually talking to on the mountain Let's look at what it means to build on the rock and what the storm is really pointing to Building by the Book Tim the Toolman and [... more]

Focus on the Family

Jim Daly

November 10, 2026

The Hard and Holy Calling to Adoption

Chaplain Ted Stackpole shares his family's journey of welcoming six adopted children into their home He compares fostering to a mission field encouraging believers to consider foster care and adoption He also acknowledges the importance of supporting families who have adopted or fostered Get Open When Parenting Through Foster and Adoption free with your gift Get More Episode Resources Do you have a story or comment on how Focus on the Family impacted you or your family Leave a message for Jim Daly If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly please give us your feedback [... more]

If Not For God

Mike Zwick

November 09, 2026

Thanks Living: Discovering the Power of Gratitude, Grace, and a Thankful Heart | Stu Epperson Jr.

What if Thanksgiving wasn't just one day a year but a way of life On this episode of If Not For God with Mike Zwick Mike sits down with Stu Epperson Jr owner of the Truth Network and author of the book Thanks Living to discuss the biblical power of gratitude and why Christians should make thankfulness a daily practice Drawing from Thessalonians which says In everything give thanks for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you Stu explains how gratitude can transform our attitudes strengthen our faith and help us find hope even during life's [... more]

Connect with Skip Heitzig

Skip Heitzig

November 09, 2026

Flight RUT01 - Part B

Can trusting God still be worth it when life takes a painful turn Listen as Pastor Skip shows you why even your hardest circumstances with God are better than anything the world can offer [... more]

Faith And Finance

Rob West

November 09, 2026

Redeeming Your Goals with Jordan Raynor

Setting goals can be a wise and worthwhile pursuit Whether we're building a career saving for retirement improving our health or investing in our families goals help us live with purpose and intentionality But how do we pursue our ambitions without allowing success to define us Proverbs reminds us The heart of man plans his way but the LORD establishes his steps God never intended for our accomplishments to become the measure of our worth Our identity is secure in Christ not in what we achieve That means we can dream boldly plan wisely and work faithfully while trusting God [... more]

Focus on the Family

Jim Daly

November 09, 2026

Building a Circle of Support, Wisdom, and Encouragement

Friendship is one of God's greatest gifts We need people who will laugh with us in the good times walk beside us through the hard times and remind us we're not alone But strong friendships don't just happen Becky Harling shows us some practical biblical ways to become wiser more intentional friends and experience the rich relationships God designed us to enjoy Get Friend-Wise free with your gift Pursue Warm Connections in an Age of Loneliness - You were created for connection and community but how can you achieve that in an age of social media and isolation Join Heather [... more]

A Call to the Nation

Carter Conlon

November 08, 2026

Reconnecting with the Spirit of God

Led by the Spirit Not by Strategy I'm going to start in Acts So the churches were strengthened in the faith and increased in number daily Now when they had gone through Phrygia and the region of Galatia they were forbidden by the Holy Spirit to preach the word in Asia Do you see that That's from the text of scripture Somebody got a good idea let's go to Asia There are so many people who need the gospel there No doubt it was a good idea No doubt great good could be done But there was a dependency on [... more]

Clearview Today

Abidan Shah

November 06, 2026

What the 2026 Midterms Mean for American Christians

The midterm results are in and the numbers have us asking who showed up who stayed home and why For Christians there's a deeper question what does this mean for the church and the nation we're handing to the next generation Let's walk through the voter numbers take your calls and look at what Scripture says about engaging with politics when neither option is perfect We also talk about salt and light Joseph and Daniel in pagan courts and why hope is faith on tiptoes Did America Change Its Mind The Biggest Shift Young People Are We Headed to Babylon [... more]

Focus on the Family

Jim Daly

November 06, 2026

Understanding God's Heart for Stepfamilies (Part 2 of 2)

Stepfamily life comes with unique challenges and Laura Petherbridge understands them firsthand as both a stepdaughter and a stepmom She addresses common questions about co-parenting step-siblings and what blending really looks like in everyday life Drawing on her one-of-a-kind resource Stepfamilies of the Bible Laura shares timeless wisdom to encourage and equip your unique family Get Stepfamilies of the Bible free with your gift Overcome Common Challenges in Blended Families -- Join Smart Stepfamilies founder Ron Deal for this series of seven short videos He'll offer insightful practical tips to help you and your loved ones experience harmony in your [... more]

Clearview Today

Abidan Shah

November 05, 2026

Salvation Is Free. So Why Does Following Jesus Cost So Much?

Salvation is a free gift but following Jesus will cost us everything we have Have we really counted the cost Let's walk through Luke where Jesus turns to a great crowd and tells them what it takes to be his disciple and look at what he means by hating our families We also hear what the tower builder and the king going to war teach us about finishing what we start Salvation Is Free Discipleship Isn't Why Were the Crowds Following Jesus Does Jesus Really Want Us to Hate Our Families When Following Jesus Means Leaving Family What Is Holding [... more]

Until He Comes

Dr. Greg Hinnant

November 05, 2026

Jesus In Judgement Mode: When Christ Confronts Sin and Calls for Accountability

Have you ever heard the term carnal Christian Many believe this refers to a Christian who after being saved turns back to the lower sins of the flesh lasciviousness promiscuousness adultery homosexuality and so forth Well they are carnal but the term as Dr Hinnant explains in this episode means much more To us many carnal Christians appear to be fine Christians But Christ is not pleased with them because they are still walking in their former unchristlike attitudes Corinthians - underdeveloped in spiritual growth Hebrews unable to live in true deep Christlike peace Romans - and are being guided [... more]