Fearless with Cissie Graham Lynch

Show Notes The 2020 elections have been said to be one of the most pivotal elections of our lifetime. Many experts have even said that it is the most critical since the election of Abraham Lincoln. As I was sitting in my quiet house on the eve of Election Day, I was wondering what my message would be when we found out the results. I was reminded of 2 Chronicles 20, when Jehoshaphat turned to God –...

Show Notes I’ve always been passionate about religion and politics, but I know that not everyone my age, especially Christian millennials, shares the same sentiments towards this topic. Someone even once told me that he didn’t believe Christians should have roles in politics.  In this episode I want to encourage you not to look at the word ‘politics,’ but let’s look at it as ‘governance’ and who w...

I started my last social media post with a statement: “Recognizing a group which has overcome a lot of barriers.” In our county in Florida, where my children attend school, the idea was proposed to “celebrate” LGBTQ+ History Month in schools where kids of all ages would be taught this sexual ideology. I have been talking about taking a stand for the education of our children a lot lately. Being a...

Show Notes As Christian parents, it’s important that we know what our school system is teaching our children. I believe that we are in a battle, a spiritual war, for our children’s hearts, minds, and souls in this country. We need to be prepared to stand up for our children and speak biblical truth into their lives. Will we sit back and allow the secular left to win our children over, or are we go...

Each year the new school season brings a certain chaos, and this year is no different. There’s been a lot of debate over schooling methods, and many people asked about what my husband and I decided to do with our children this fall regarding the new school year and their education. Today’s podcast episode is all about navigating this chaotic back to school season. Whether you’ve chosen homeschooli...

Most of us will never know what true persecution is. Pastor Andrew Brunson and his wife Norine do. They were arrested and imprisoned in Turkey — where they planted a church and served for more than 20 years — because of their religious beliefs. After two years, Andrew Brunson was released from prison. I had the chance to sit down with the Brunsons a few weeks ago in Alaska. At the time, I didn&apo...

Show Notes Nerves of Steel. That’s how many people described Tammie Jo Shults in 2018 after she landed a Southwest Airlines plane that had lost an engine. But even before that fateful day, Tammie Jo had a fearless faith that took her from a farm in Texas to being one of the US Navy’s first female fighter jet pilots. I had the honor of speaking with Tammie Jo as she visited military couples at Sama...

Show Notes We live in a time where our country–our world–needs healing and reconciliation. Since I started the #FearlessPodcast, my desire has been to help Christians navigate their faith through an ever-changing and ever-compromising culture. Today, I am once again challenging Christians to know what they believe and why they believe it – and to know the facts and truth of the organizations they...

Show Notes After the heinous death of George Floyd and events following, it is apparent that racism is deeply rooted in the hearts of many today. All week I’ve wrestled with the questions in my head – and maybe you’re wondering the same: what can I do? From my grandfather’s words to what God has laid on my own heart, today on #Fearless I’m addressing racism and the turmoil in America today. Script...

Show Notes “The United States and the freedom for which it stands, the freedom for which they died, must endure and prosper. Their lives remind us that freedom is not bought cheaply. It has a cost; it imposes a burden.” – Ronald Reagan Today I’m joined by a special guest – my sister-in-law Kristy Graham – who challenged me several years ago to reevaluate how my family and I recognize Memorial Day....

Show Notes America is approaching the end of quarantine from the coronavirus pandemic and beginning to reopen. While that looks different from state to state, and even from community to community, it affects us all. Today on the #FearlessPodcast I am sharing the questions we as Christians and Americans need to ask as we reflect on the last few months and begin to move forward. And I’ll take a quic...

SHOW NOTES As we get ready to celebrate Mother’s Day, I’ve been thinking about some of the special women in my life, especially my mom and grandmother Ruth Graham. I’m thankful for everything they’ve taught me and how it’s helped me as a mom. In this episode of Fearless, I’m going to share some of their Biblical wisdom, a few stories and even some audio of my grandmother. SCRIPTURE REFERENCES Titu...

SHOW NOTES During this season of sheltering in place, Satan has tried to whisper to me that my worth and value are based only on the things I’m no longer able to do. Maybe he’s tried to tell you the same lies. In this episode of Fearless, I talk about the importance of using Scripture to stay focused on the truth of God. I also look at sweet reminders from the Bible that Jesus meets you right wher...

SHOW NOTES This Easter is not going to look like previous Easters. Not only is the coronavirus keeping us from being able to celebrate with friends in church, it’s reminding us of the darkness of death. But as Christians we know who conquers that darkness and holds the victory in our lives. In this episode of Fearless, I look at the hope everyone can find in the cross and resurrection of Jesus Chr...

Show Notes A lot of us have more time at home right now, because of the COVID-19 quarantines. I feel like God’s teaching me to use this time to draw closer to Him and to be more intentional about studying the Bible with my family. My grandfather Billy Graham taught me and all of his grandchildren and children the power of Scripture when life is calm and when it’s turned upside down. In this episod...

Show Notes The coronavirus is causing people around the world to be fearful. Even some Christians are struggling with fear because of COVID-19. But God wants us to be fearless in the face of crisis. How do we do that? In this episode of Fearless, I look at what the Bible says about being courageous in difficult situations. I also talk about some other things we can learn in these unusual times. Sc...

Show Notes Today I am starting a new series on the #FearlessPodcast called the Legacy Series. I want to share with you some of what I have learned from my grandfather, Billy Graham, my grandmother, Ruth Graham, and from my parents. We just passed the second anniversary of my grandfather’s passing and going to Heaven. Over the last two years, I have been writing down notes and different things that...

Show Notes I’ve recently been able to travel with my dad a little bit more than normal. We just returned from the UK where his upcoming Graham Tour has come up against opposition. Dad and I talk about what it’s like to be a Christian in these difficult times. We also talk about how my grandfather also faced the same challenges more than 60 years ago when he came to the UK; and about the anniversar...

Show Notes I recently had the opportunity to sit down with Adie Camp. I’ve known her for just a short time now and I’m excited for you to get to know her as well. Many will know her as the wife of Jeremy Camp – but what you may not know is that she was a successful musician herself before marrying Jeremy. Adie is strong and beautiful and an inspiration to me in how she balances being a wife and mo...

Show Notes Most Christians would take a stance as pro-life. But are you able to stand on a platform and discuss what you believe and why you believe it? This week marks the 47th anniversary of Roe vs Wade. Abortion is such a controversial topic, with far-left Democrats going so far as saying they would murder newborn babies. We need to be able to defend our position on why the sanctity of life is...

Show Notes It’s 2020 – an election year. Many people think Christians should not speak about politics. I disagree. It is our responsibility as Christians to address issues from a biblical perspective. I’ve traveled the world through my work with Samaritan’s Purse and the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association and seen countries where people don’t have the have the right to vote or have a voice on p...

Show Notes As the holidays are approaching, I know for myself, this can be a busy season and it can be a stressful season. On today’s episode of the #FearlessPodcast I am talking about how we can have a heart of praise and thankfulness this holiday season. This is my last episode for 2019 but I will be back in January 2020. I wish you all a happy Thanksgiving and very merry Christmas. Scripture Re...

Show Notes We live in a society that is very pro-women right now. But, how do we do what’s best for us from a biblical perspective? The last few years have been difficult for me in trying to find balance – of being a wife first, then a mom, and doing the work I feel like God has called me to do – all while honoring God. Today, I’ve asked a few colleagues to join in a discussion about how to balanc...

Show Notes I’m often asked questions ranging from my personal opinions to spiritual guidance to memories from my childhood, and everything in between. So, I recently asked my podcast listeners to submit questions and today I’m sitting down with my colleague to answer them. This episode was a little outside my comfort zone, but I’m thankful for the opportunity to grow on this journey, and I hope yo...

Show Notes I was convicted after a recent episode with my dad about how we approach those who maybe haven’t stood fearless under persecution. If we’re honest, we all fail daily. And there have probably been many times – both big and small – in our own lives where we have not been courageous when we are talking about or living out our faith. In today’s episode, we’re doing things a little different...