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When teens spiral out — experimenting with drugs, running with the wrong crowd or shutting out family — there’s almost always a deeper hurt they’re trying to escape. On today’s show, we share Mark's interviews with two Heartlight residents who bravely discussed how their choices were just attempts to numb what they felt inside, like abandonment, overwhelming expectations and tragic loss. Both teen...

Today, on A NEW BEGINNING, we feature a candid discussion with Pastor Chuck Smith, who went to be with the Lord in October of 2013. — Become a Harvest Partner today and join us in knowing God and making Him known through media and large-scale evangelism, our mission of over 30 years. Explore more resources from Pastor Greg Laurie, including daily devotionals and blogs, designed to answer your spir...

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.

Listen to Today's Devotion This life contains many walks from Cana to Capernaum. Journeys between prayer offered and prayer answered. Jesus promised the boy’s father a sure blessing at the end of the journey. He promises the same to us. We will meet this father when we get to heaven, and when we do I’m gonna ask him about that walk. I want to hear how he felt. I want to know what he thought. But m...

One of our team members is quite the woodsman and hiker. And one foggy Saturday morning, he volunteered to lead a group of men who wanted to go hike to this distinctive rock formation called Hawksbill Crag. He had the book on the trails in that area; a book written by the man considered the expert. My friend kept consulting the book as they went along, pretty confident that they would soon end up...

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...

Downplaying   religious  zealously  is not only to misunderstand what  motivates Islamic terror , it  has led us to foolish  responses .    __________ Join us at the 2027 Colson Center National Conference in Charlotte, North Carolina. Register at colsonconference.org .

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In the semifinals of his high school wrestling tournament, Dave cracked a rib on his right side. He won the match but wondered how he’d survive the championship with a damaged ribcage. In the finals, Dave limped out to the mat on his left, uninjured leg.

Artificial intelligence is transforming our world—but could it also be revealing something about the End Times? In this thought-provoking episode, Barry explores AI, the coming “singularity,” biblical prophecy, the Rapture, the Antichrist, and Armageddon. Discover why Barry believes the explosion of knowledge happening right now may be more significant than we realize—and why he asks one urgent qu...

How does God measure success? Pastor Colin talks about 2 faulty ways of measuring the success of our lives and families, and then he talks about God’s measures of success.

The Gospel is free, but there is a cost to follow Jesus. We are called to deny ourselves, take up our cross, and follow Him.

Some people think that they can believe in Jesus Christ as their Savior and at the same time believe God created through evolution. These people are called theistic evolutionists or progressive creationists. What kind of nature would a god have who creates through the death that is essential to evolution? First, death would have to have begun from the very moment of creation. Death, disease, pain...

Anne shares about loneliness, a relationship with Jesus and God's presence from John 16:7.

This is Ken Ham, an Aussie transplant with a passion for sharing the truths of God’s Word. Diamonds are formed 100 miles below earth’s surface. They can only survive in a narrow zone. Above or below this zone they break down into graphite, the so-called “lead” in pencils. This stable zone is actually found in rocks that were part of the original creation. Diamonds are brought to the surface by “pi...

Long-lasting friendships aren’t the ones without hurt. They’re the ones where forgiveness lets the relationship survive it.

Treating our children equally doesn’t always mean leaving them equal amounts. Rob West explains that wise estate planning considers each child’s unique circumstances and ability to steward an inheritance, with decisions communicated in love and guided by the long-term good of each child. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of p...

Remember that God delights in the details of your life so never be afraid to ask Him for help. -------- Thank you for listening! Your support of Joni and Friends helps make this show possible. Joni and Friends envisions a world where every person with a disability finds hope, dignity, and their place in the body of Christ. Become part of the global movement today at www.joniandfriends.org Find mor...

Mercy Ships was serving in  Guinea, when  a volunteer named Beth walked into a bar.    

Childhood-trauma healing doesn't erase the past—but it can change your future. Worship leader Kim Walker-Smith shares how growing up through divorce, multiple stepfathers, abuse, and loss shaped her life, and how one faithful stepdad became a picture of hope. On FamilyLife Blended, Ron Deal explores what healing can look like for anyone carrying wounds from a broken family. Show Notes and Resource...

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...

How can you tell when typical teenage struggles have become something more serious? Mark and Wayne discuss the warning signs that a teen may be spinning out of control — from escalating rebellion, dishonesty and disregard for consequences to isolation, substance use, self-harm and other dangerous behaviors. Mark also shares practical steps parents can take to intervene, establish healthier boundar...

Today on A NEW BEGINNING, a story you’ll never forget. It’s the multi-faceted story of Louie Zamperini – an American hero whose story is told in the blockbuster movie Unbroken. After being swept into WWII, his plane crashed in the Pacific. He survived and drifted on a life raft for 47 days, facing sunburn, starvation and sharks. One day, he and his raft-mates spotted a plane. Surviving the gunfire...

Jeanne's teenage son was murdered. She lived with great anger and hurt... and spent years trying to keep the killer behind bars. Despite her efforts, he was paroled. How does one move forward? Jeanne shares her personal experience that made all the difference.

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.