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We were made for connection, but relationships don’t always come easy. In today’s conversation, Debra Fileta breaks down the “seasons” (Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter) that relationships naturally go through. She provides practical tools and encouragement to help us tend to our relationships well, ultimately guiding us to follow Christ’s example of love first. Get "Relationship Skills" free with you...

StarWars:ZeroCompany places its XCOM-like, tactical RPG action in a Star Wars setting. But is this new game family-friendly fun or a lot of messy trigger-pulling? Plugged In has the review (and a few droids) that you’re looking for. Read the full Review PluggedIn Facebook Page  If you've enjoyed listening to Plugged In Reviews, please give us your feedback.

Selections from the Book of Job How could a compassionate, fair God allow an upright man like Job to suffer? Maybe we should let Job speak for himself! Dig deeply with Pastor Chuck Swindoll into seven lasting lessons the book of Job teaches us about our great God. Rediscover the character of God as you reflect on Job’s life.

Ever wonder how to communicate with your teenager when the stakes feel high—and their mood changes like the weather? Pastor Jim Davis and counselor Angela Davis join Dave and Ann Wilson on FamilyLife Today to talk about awkward conversations, parental panic, and what your teen may need from you more than another lecture. Show Notes and Resources Thanks to the Christian Standard Bible for sponsorin...

Old Testament Bible tales offer something far better than “the moral of the story.” Barbara Reaoch says you can find the gospel all through these stories and teach them to your kids. Learn how to point little hearts to Christ. As our thanks for your gift of any amount this month: Consider Jesus: Meditations on the Person & Work of Christ . No matter how impressive our decorating skills or how high...

You are more than a body—you are a soul with a body. Scripture reveals that your soul connects you to God and continues into eternity. Discover why something so valuable has become the battlefield in an invisible spiritual war.

The importance of yielding to God and renewing our minds by His Word; developing a new attitude as we deal with challenging relationships. Order the full series on MP3 here! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1213/29?v=20251111

We’ve heard that diamonds are a girl’s best friend, but can you imagine a bride who loves her wedding ring more than her husband? Pastor Mike Fabarez makes a parallel to Christians who love rituals more than the Lord. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/266/29?v=20251111

Cultural trends and unexpected events can disrupt our lives in ways that make us uncomfortable. Dr. Tony Evans points to the story of Elijah to show what God can teach us when the world around us changes and we’re forced to depend on His provision.

In this episode, David Wollen and author Pete Killingley consider how Christians can navigate the rise of AI with biblical wisdom, discernment, and confidence in Christ.

Artificial intelligence can help you build a budget, explain an investment, or compare financial options in seconds. But how much should you trust it with your money? AI is quickly becoming part of everyday life, including the way we manage our finances. And like any tool, it can be used wisely or unwisely. For Christians, the better question isn’t simply, “Should I use AI?” but, “How can I use th...

God calls elders to lead the church and care for the spiritual needs of believers. Some preach God’s Word—but what else does this role entail? And what characteristics should elders exhibit? Think this through with Alistair Begg on Truth For Life. ----------------------------------------- • Click here and look for "FROM THE SERMON" to stream or read the full message. • This program is part of the...

During every election season, Christians face a weighty question: how should we vote in a way that honors our faith? On today’s edition of Family Talk, Gary Bauer explores what it means to bring biblical convictions into the voting booth. He shares why the choices Christians make at the ballot box matter, and how faith can guide those decisions with wisdom and conviction.

Joe Dallas shares his testimony of being repeatedly molested as a boy and pursuing homosexual encounters as a teenager. After becoming a Christian, Joe struggled to reconcile the gospel with his promiscuous lifestyle, to the point of joining a pro-homosexual church in his quest for peace. Joe explains how the combination of misleading, ‘pro-gay’ theology and the conviction of the Holy Spirit prope...

Disney released a new live-action reimagining of the Oscar®-nominated animation #Moana. But should you answer this movie’s Ocean call? Plugged In has all the Polynesian island and tattooed demigod details to help you decide. You’re Welcome! Read the full Review PluggedIn Facebook Page  If you've enjoyed listening to Plugged In Reviews, please give us your feedback.

Selections from the Book of Job How could a compassionate, fair God allow an upright man like Job to suffer? Maybe we should let Job speak for himself! Dig deeply with Pastor Chuck Swindoll into seven lasting lessons the book of Job teaches us about our great God. Rediscover the character of God as you reflect on Job’s life.

Someone starts talking, or says something you don't agree with. Three sentences into their spiel, you’ve got the solution. Pastor Jim Davis and counselor Angela Davis join Dave and Ann Wilson to rethink what happens while someone else is talking. Find ideas on how to be a better listener when your brain would rather fix, defend, or win. Show Notes and Resources Thanks to the Christian Standard Bib...

It’s easy to tell kids, “Be good like this Bible character,” or “Don’t act like that Bible character.” But this misses the heart of the gospel—that we’re all sinners in need of a Savior. Learn to avoid simply modifying behavior with Barbara Reaoch. As our thanks for your gift of any amount this month: Consider Jesus: Meditations on the Person & Work of Christ . No matter how impressive our decorat...

We invest enormous amounts of time caring for bodies that will eventually die, while often neglecting souls that will exist forever. Jesus warned against gaining the whole world while losing your soul. This message challenges believers to reconsider what deserves their greatest attention.

Send us Fan Mail As the football season continues, this weekend we welcome a familiar face back to the show in Rick Hunter, head football coach at Calvary Christian Schools in Pottstown, PA! He shares how the team has changed and new challenges have presented themselves to him and the team since we talked in October of 2025, and shares how coaching and playing football is a platform ripe with oppo...

Ken Katayama, Global President and CEO of Crossover Global , didn't come to faith in Christ until he was 15 years old. Two years later, he was invited to a missions conference and heard for the first time that there are people who have never heard the gospel. Ken felt very clearly God's call to missions—to go to those unreached peoples. He started as an intern at Crossover Global. Today, he leads...

Have you ever complained to God when you felt overwhelmed? Relief comes easily if circumstances improve—but what if they don’t? Find out how your reaction can be improved, even when circumstances remain unchanged. Listen to Truth For Life with Alistair Begg. ----------------------------------------- • Click here and look for "FROM THE SERMON" to stream or read the full message. • This program is p...

The world, the flesh, and the devil are three enemies every Christian must confront. This conversation explores temptation, discouragement, materialism, jealousy, and other battlegrounds that can weaken the soul. Learn why believers fight not for victory, but from the victory Christ has already secured.

The importance of yielding to God and renewing our minds by His Word; developing a new attitude as we deal with challenging relationships. Order the full series on MP3 here! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1213/29?v=20251111

Teaching the Bible might carry more weight with God than you think, and not everybody agrees on what happens to those who reject Christ. Pastor Mike Fabarez wades into both questions, plus two curveballs: what Eden’s tree of life is doing in Revelation, and whether your childhood dog could be waiting for you in eternity. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/...