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LIFE OF JESUS -The Heart of Man Part 3

Dr. Walt Larimore and his wife, Barb, talk about how God designed the unique differences between men and women for our benefit. By understanding how God has wired you, you'll be able to look at life through your spouse's lens and see more clearly from their vantage point as a husband or wife.

LIFE OF JESUS -The Heart of Man Part 2

Every parent wants to protect their children from hardship. But what if resilience isn’t about avoiding life’s storms, but learning how to grow through them? Parenting coach Mandi Hart shares practical and biblical ways to help your children develop confidence, adaptability, and deep roots of faith. Learn how healthy routines, strong relationship, and a growth mindset can prepare your family to th...

Did you know that anxiety is the number one non-medical diagnosis in the country? And unfortunately, it's effecting our kids. Join us as we sit down with world renowned mental health expert Dr. Gregory Jantz to discuss what you can do about your child's anxiety, and your own. Later, we hear a question from a mom who wants to know how she can help her son overcome his fear of being alone.

LIFE OF JESUS -The Heart of Man Part 1

What do you reach for when life feels overwhelming? Shopping? Social media? Maybe even alcohol? You’ll hear Christy Osborne’s powerful story of turning from daily drinking to finding freedom in Christ. Through her grief and shame, she discovered peace and strength in God’s Word.

LIFE OF JESUS-Journey to Jerusalem - Part 3

Imagine loving a drug so much that you would risk getting SHOT to get your next high. Bob Strothoff explains why he embarked on a life of crime to pay for the love of his life – heroin – and how the Lord saved him from a life of utter misery.

LIFE OF JESUS -Journey to Jerusalem - Part 2

She says once she tried heroin, she lost control of her life. We’ll hear the testimony of former drug addict Jacqui Strothoff, who found salvation and instant sobriety at the foot of the cross. An unforgettable testimony—and a God who really cares.

Popular UK writer and podcaster Justin Brierley is convinced we are witnessing a growing wave of faith, replacing secularism. Justin will share how a number of his friends have come to Christ in recent years, and he’ll challenge you to be ready for this new wave.

Every life matters—and every child is a gift from God. One couple reflects on discovering their pre-born son had a life-threatening diagnosis and facing choices no parent ever wants to face. Through fear and uncertainty, they chose to trust God and choose life.

Are you concerned with the radical changes being made to public school curriculum? On this weeks episode, join us as we sit down with policy experts Jeff Johnston and Autumn Leva to discuss how you can stand up for your child against the increasing indoctrination they face at school. Later, we hear a question from a dad who wants to know when it's appropriate to have "the talk" with his son.

Many factors can influence a marriage—and a significant component is you and your spouse’s birth order. Dr. Kevin Leman will be sharing how your birth order can reveal some important clues about your personality and relationship with loved ones.

One of the most challenging stages of parenting is transitioning to an empty nest, especially when your adult children go astray. Mary DeMuth offers guidance in your journey of finding joy in this stage, as she shares practical spiritual tips on staying connected with children who’ve left the Christian faith.

One of the most challenging stages of parenting is transitioning to an empty nest, especially when your adult children go astray. Mary DeMuth offers guidance in your journey of finding joy in this stage, as she shares practical spiritual tips on staying connected with children who’ve left the Christian faith.

Your kids are glued to screens, so what can you do to protect them? Mandy Majors explains the different online threats your children are up against and equips you with ways to keep them safe. Mandy prepares you to lead your kids in the digital world, through open communication and stronger, healthier relationships.

A strong family tree displays solid branches reaching through the generations, but what do you do when those branches are broken by dysfunction? Elizabeth Oates discusses her childhood, including a family riddled by divorce, neglect, and addiction, and offers encouragement for becoming the spouse and/or parent God wants you to be.

Marriage experts, and hosts of the wildly popular podcast Crazy Little Thing Called Marriage, Dr. Greg & Erin Smalley join us to discuss if you can attain balance between parenting, marriage, and work. Spoiler alert - you can't! But you can find ways to integrate them with each other; listen to find out how. Later, we'll hear a question from a parent who wants to know how they should go about choo...

Philip Glossman arrives in Odyssey, hoping to build a highway through Tom Riley's land.

Curtis Chang dealt with anxiety for a long time before the pressure became too much and he experienced a mental breakdown. He needed a change. Curtis shares how anxiety is more than a problem to solve. It can also lead to powerful spiritual growth.

Novacom releases the Novabox, an amazing new technology that seems to heal Tom Riley’s wife, Agnes. Meanwhile, Whit discovers who really owns his shop in Connellsville.

Curtis Chang dealt with anxiety for a long time before the pressure became too much and he experienced a mental breakdown. He needed a change. Curtis shares how anxiety is more than a problem to solve. It can also lead to powerful spiritual growth.

Monica Stone tries to steal a disk from Jason, who is in Alaska. Back at Odyssey, Whit and Agent Bourland investigate Novacom.