Making Your Life Count

Debra McNinch says even when life takes painful and unexpected turns, God is still working. Whether you are walking through heartbreak, uncertainty, or watching someone drift from their faith, hope is never lost. Every prayer, every conversation, and every seed planted matters. Hear why Debra believes God is still drawing prodigals home on Making Your Life Count. Go to cru.org/life for many helpfu...

Matt Markins says kids are constantly being shaped by the stories around them. What they need most is the true story of the gospel: creation, fall, redemption, and restoration. While parents play a vital role, the church matters too. Even small moments of encouragement and truth can leave a lasting impact on a child’s life. Hear why every moment matters on Making Your Life Count. Go to cru.org/lif...

Matt Markins says kids are constantly being shaped by the stories around them. What they need most is the true story of the gospel: creation, fall, redemption, and restoration. While parents play a vital role, the church matters too. Even small moments of encouragement and truth can leave a lasting impact on a child’s life. Hear why every moment matters on Making Your Life Count. Go to cru.org/lif...

Dave Hataj says legacy is not about fame, success, or building something for yourself. It is about passing on integrity, faith, and goodness to the next generation. Even small acts of faithfulness can shape lives for years to come. Hear how God can use your everyday life to leave a lasting impact on Making Your Life Count. Go to cru.org/life for many helpful resources!

Dave Hataj says legacy is not about fame, success, or building something for yourself. It is about passing on integrity, faith, and goodness to the next generation. Even small acts of faithfulness can shape lives for years to come. Hear how God can use your everyday life to leave a lasting impact on Making Your Life Count. Go to cru.org/life for many helpful resources!

Ginny Owens says one conversation with her mom changed the way she saw Jesus. During painful seasons of bullying and loneliness, she learned that Jesus was not only her Savior, but also a faithful friend she could trust completely. As life grows noisy and overwhelming, Ginny reminds us to keep coming back to Him, listening to His voice, and resting in His promises. Hear how friendship with Jesus c...

Ginny Owens says one conversation with her mom changed the way she saw Jesus. During painful seasons of bullying and loneliness, she learned that Jesus was not only her Savior, but also a faithful friend she could trust completely. As life grows noisy and overwhelming, Ginny reminds us to keep coming back to Him, listening to His voice, and resting in His promises. Hear how friendship with Jesus c...

John Schlitt says music finally made sense when he discovered it could point people to Jesus. What began as a love for rock and roll became a calling to share the greatest story ever told. From joining Petra to seeing God work in unexpected ways, John’s journey is a reminder that Jesus is alive, active, and has a purpose for every life. Hear his powerful story on Making Your Life Count. Go to cru....

John Schlitt says music finally made sense when he discovered it could point people to Jesus. What began as a love for rock and roll became a calling to share the greatest story ever told. From joining Petra to seeing God work in unexpected ways, John’s journey is a reminder that Jesus is alive, active, and has a purpose for every life. Hear his powerful story on Making Your Life Count. Go to cru....

Dorla Schlitt says one unexpected trip to the library changed her life forever. A book by Billy Graham helped lead her to Christ and opened the door to a deeper understanding of God’s Word. That journey eventually sparked a passion for helping children see how the entire Bible connects to Jesus. Hear how God can use even a simple book to transform a life on Making Your Life Count. Go to cru.org/li...

Dorla Schlitt says one unexpected trip to the library changed her life forever. A book by Billy Graham helped lead her to Christ and opened the door to a deeper understanding of God’s Word. That journey eventually sparked a passion for helping children see how the entire Bible connects to Jesus. Hear how God can use even a simple book to transform a life on Making Your Life Count. Go to cru.org/li...

Adam Griffin says one of the most important places to make disciples is inside our own homes. Parents, grandparents, mentors, and church members all play a role in helping the next generation know and follow Jesus. Everyday moments matter. From conversations in the car to time around the table, God can use ordinary life to shape hearts with His truth. Hear why discipleship starts close to home on...

Adam Griffin says one of the most important places to make disciples is inside our own homes. Parents, grandparents, mentors, and church members all play a role in helping the next generation know and follow Jesus. Everyday moments matter. From conversations in the car to time around the table, God can use ordinary life to shape hearts with His truth. Hear why discipleship starts close to home on...

Heather Reddy says the World Cup is more than soccer. It is an opportunity to open your home, build relationships, and start meaningful conversations about faith. Through simple tools, shared meals, and everyday moments, God can use even a game night to change lives. Hear how small invitations can lead to eternal impact on Making Your Life Count. Go to cru.org/life for many helpful resources!

Heather Reddy says the World Cup is more than soccer. It is an opportunity to open your home, build relationships, and start meaningful conversations about faith. Through simple tools, shared meals, and everyday moments, God can use even a game night to change lives. Hear how small invitations can lead to eternal impact on Making Your Life Count. Go to cru.org/life for many helpful resources!

Mark Gauthier says the people who shape our lives most are often the ones who faithfully show up day after day. Through quiet sacrifices, steady encouragement, and countless unseen moments, lives are changed over time. Whether through a mother, grandmother, mentor, or caring friend, God often reflects His love through people who choose to faithfully invest in others. Hear this encouraging reminder...

Mark Gauthier says the people who shape our lives most are often the ones who faithfully show up day after day. Through quiet sacrifices, steady encouragement, and countless unseen moments, lives are changed over time. Whether through a mother, grandmother, mentor, or caring friend, God often reflects His love through people who choose to faithfully invest in others. Hear this encouraging reminder...

Jess Ronne says caregiving can feel exhausting and lonely, but God provides strength to keep moving forward. Whether you are caring for a child, a spouse, or a parent, you are not alone in the journey. Even in the hardest moments, God meets you with grace and hope. Hear how to find strength and purpose in caring for others on Making Your Life Count. Go to cru.org/life for many helpful resources!

Jess Ronne says caregiving can feel exhausting and lonely, but God provides strength to keep moving forward. Whether you are caring for a child, a spouse, or a parent, you are not alone in the journey. Even in the hardest moments, God meets you with grace and hope. Hear how to find strength and purpose in caring for others on Making Your Life Count. Go to cru.org/life for many helpful resources!

Host Mark Gauthier says making a lasting impact often starts with just one person. Discipleship is not complicated. It is simply helping someone take their next step in following Jesus. By being intentional, available, and faithful, you can invest in others in a way that multiplies far beyond your own life. Discover how one relationship can make a difference on Making Your Life Count. Go to cru.or...

Host Mark Gauthier says making a lasting impact often starts with just one person. Discipleship is not complicated. It is simply helping someone take their next step in following Jesus. By being intentional, available, and faithful, you can invest in others in a way that multiplies far beyond your own life. Discover how one relationship can make a difference on Making Your Life Count. Go to cru.or...

Linda Evans Shepherd says fear is not God’s will for your life. Trust is. Even when we feel afraid, we can choose to lean on the One who is always with us. Real trust begins with honesty. When we bring our fears, questions, and even frustrations to God, we open the door to a deeper relationship with Him. Hear how choosing trust can change everything on Making Your Life Count. Go to cru.org/life fo...

Linda Evans Shepherd says fear is not God’s will for your life. Trust is. Even when we feel afraid, we can choose to lean on the One who is always with us. Real trust begins with honesty. When we bring our fears, questions, and even frustrations to God, we open the door to a deeper relationship with Him. Hear how choosing trust can change everything on Making Your Life Count. Go to cru.org/life fo...

Drayton Cosby says video games can be more than entertainment. When used with purpose, they can become powerful tools for connection, learning, and growth. By engaging multiple senses and reaching people in unique ways, even gaming can open doors for impact. Hear how God is using unexpected tools to change lives on Making Your Life Count. Go to cru.org/life for many helpful resources!

Drayton Cosby says video games can be more than entertainment. When used with purpose, they can become powerful tools for connection, learning, and growth. By engaging multiple senses and reaching people in unique ways, even gaming can open doors for impact. Hear how God is using unexpected tools to change lives on Making Your Life Count. Go to cru.org/life for many helpful resources!