Chris Fabry Live

It's been called "an astonishing achievement, a ballad that picks you up and sweeps you onward toward adventure…." Author, poet, and Youtube sensation  Malcolm Guite brings his love of the written word to the Radio Backyard Fence. His fascination with the legend of Arthur and the round table began when his mother read stories to him as a child. Hear the passion for the poetic from Malc...

Are you struggling in your relationship with an adult child? Hear strategies and conversations that will help on Chris Fabry Live . Author and founder of Celebrate Kids, Dr. Kathy Koch , knows what adult children need and don't need from their parents. What are the ways we hurt children instead of helping? How do you navigate a child moving back home? Resolve the conflict and find peace—don'...

What are you going to do after you graduate? That question strikes fear into some college seniors, but on Chris Fabry Live , you're going to hear answers to that question. Behind it is the desire to hear how God has been leading students through their studies into the great big world. Let's see what encouragement we can glean from a new generation of graduates! Featured resource: MBI Giving Day Ap...

Are you struggling to become the mom you want to be? Do you feel like you're ruining your children? Some help and hope is on the way on Chris Fabry Live . Bible teacher, writer, and fellow mom-in-the-trenches Abbey Wedgeworth wants to release you from the pursuit of perfection. Instead, the goal is becoming a faithful and fruitful mom. She says even your failures can shape you into the mother God...

Don't miss a rip-roarin' conversation on Chris Fabry Live . A friend of Chris' posted this: "Does it make me sound immature that I still love watching old westerns on television on a Saturday morning?" What do you think? In the last few years, Chris says he has gravitated to Westerns. Why do you think they're more appealing to him now? Don't miss a "Best of Chris Fabry Live " conversation. Rosie's...

She’s back! Our correspondent to all things literary, author and professor Dr. Rosalie de Rosset will join us on Chris Fabry Live for a stimulating conversation about faith and literature. What is the difference between classic and popular lit? How can stories inform our theology? Then, we announce the return of Rosie's Book Club! Rosie's Book Club selection: Shane by Jack Schaefer April tha...

Earth Day began in 1970 and the main focus is protecting the environment. But on this edition of Chris Fabry Live , you are the guest and you'll get to focus on some special place on the planet. Maybe it's an exotic island spot you visited long ago. Maybe it's where you live right now. Or it could be a place you want to visit. Pick a location on earth and let's travel the globe together! April tha...

The local church is meant to be a place of healing and hope. But what happens when that place of grace and care damages the people who were supposed to be helped? Counselor Timothy St. John addresses what has become a common experience for many Christians. If you’ve been through some kind of church hurt, or you know someone who is reeling from that, don’t miss Tuesday’s Chris Fab...

As a child, Cara Shine was bullied because she was Jewish. Because of that experience, she became wary of Christians. Years later, as she worked at an elementary school, she would find herself as the only Jewish staff member among Christian co-workers. Cara tells of the harrowing “hallway miracle” she experienced that changed everything. Don’t miss the conversation on Chris Fabry...

Hear the story of a Christian university president who posted a picture of a book he was reading. He encouraged followers on social media to read that book. Within minutes he had more than 1800 comments, most of them filled with rage and vitriol against Jewish people. The book was How Should Christians Think About Israel? Join guest host Dr. Michael Rydelnik as he talks with Dr. Everett Piper on C...

Do you feel like you're not enough? That the dreams you have are way too big to ever come true? Do you feel like you're called to something more, something greater, but at the same time you still doubt a person like you will ever get there? Author and podcaster Mary Marantz says many have been underestimated by others. If you feel stuck in life, don’t miss Chris Fabry Live . Featured Resourc...

We need revival in America. We need to get back to the days of the early Church. Ever heard that? Pastor and author Steve Gaines has strong opinions about why we don't have revival today. He believes we don't need more programs or personalities. We need God's presence. How do we invite God to our church? Don't miss this important conversation on Chris Fabry Live . Featured resource: Revival by Ste...

If you are somewhere in your 50s or 60s, this Chris Fabry Live is for you. Author and former pastor, Christopher Ash says you are in the afternoon of life. And if you have put your hand to the plow of following Jesus, don’t look back. Instead, walk faithfully through this season of life. Not Old, Not Young, Not Done. If that’s you, don’t miss the encouragement on Chris Fabry Live...

How do you let go of the stuff that keeps you stuck? That’s our question for this edition of Chris Fabry Live . Author and former journalist Laurie Davies believes that emotional hoarding is a rampant problem today. People hang onto worry and regret and guilt and have a hard time letting it go. Why is that? If you need to clear out the emotional burdens hindering you, don’t miss Chris...

Chris Fabry has some questions for the Two Michaels, how about you? Thursday on Chris Fabry Live, it's the return of those boys of the Bible! They put the chat in eschatology, and the "men" in commentary. Dr. Michael Rydelnik and Dr. Michael Vanlaningham—the two Michaels are in the house for our June Bible questions and answers program. Is there a problem passage or a theological conundrum y...

We live in an instant society, a world that values fast-paced living and immediate gratification. What is that doing to us? And what is it doing to our children? Author Grace Pouch gives practical ideas for parents and grandparents to simplify the family calendar to make space for deep connection with God and each other. Hear more about savoring childhood on Chris Fabry Live . Featured resource: S...

The world is watching the precarious situation in Iran. There’s so much at stake in the current conflict. Today we’re going to talk about the most precious resource in that area of the Middle East—the people of Iran. What is God doing in them during this war? Author and Founder of Uncharted Ministries, Tom Doyle will give his perspective on Chris Fabry Live . Featured resource: S...

What do you do when God allows something you never asked for and can’t explain? Listen as author and pastor Chad Roberts tells his story. While he was training pastors in Central America, an accident caused a decrease in vision. Then, two failed surgeries caused him to lose his eyesight. If you’re having trouble making sense of God’s plan in the middle of your suffering, don&rsqu...

"When I survey the wondrous cross on which the Prince of Glory died…." Friday on Chris Fabry Live , we will survey the wondrous cross and focus on three women who were there. Liz Curtis Higgs looks into the lives of Mary Magdalene, Mary of Bethany, and Mary, the mother of Jesus. They each went through unique struggles at Calvary. Hear our Good Friday broadcast on Chris Fabry Live . Featured...

Gethsemane. Just saying that word evokes an emotional response from every believer. For it was at Gethsemane that Jesus struggled mightily with what He knew was ahead. Our correspondent to delight and longing, Dr. Rosalie de Rosset, will bring her heart for words to this day when we remember the passion of Jesus on Chris Fabry Live . April thank you gift: Not Old, Not Young, Not Done: Following Je...

In January, she lost her beloved husband, Robert . Hear the heart of Nancy DeMoss Wolgemuth about that loss and what God has been doing in her heart for the past two months. Maybe you're walking through a similar season of grief, or you might be struggling to experience God's presence in a difficult time. Don't miss the encouragement on Chris Fabry Live . Featured resource: You Can Trust God to Wr...

That retired traveling troubadour of the soul Michael Card returns during Passion Week to talk about the final days of Jesus' earthly ministry. The Messiah poured out His life and expressed "hesed" to us. Michael defines that word as, "When the one who owes you nothing gives you everything." Is there a scene in the last week of the earthly ministry of Jesus that stands out to you this year? Don't...

He was known in the culture as a civil rights leader who was brutally beaten in a Mississippi jail. But John Perkins’ life was much more than the bad things that happened to him. Today we’ll celebrate the life of this unstoppable force for the gospel. His life on earth is over, but his message continues. Don’t miss our tribute to Dr. John Perkins on Chris Fabry Live . Resources m...

What if you have more power over how you experience life than you think? What if you could learn how to change patterns that are keeping you stuck in worry, grief, depression, anxiety, or negative thinking? On Chris Fabry Live , Neurosurgeon and author Dr. Lee Warren connects neuroscience with faith to take you on a step-by-step journey of healing from the inside out.  Featured resource: The...

Does the enormity of the task of evangelism overwhelm you? Author and executive Director of Praisefm radio David McIver believes that sharing your faith can be natural and simple if you begin with one prayerful question: "Lord, who is the one you want to reach?” Hear encouragement from real-life stories of ordinary people who went looking for the one. It’s coming on Chris Fabry Live Fe...