Straight to the Heart

In this episode of Straight to the Heart , our host Rush Witt meets with Dan Alger who is the Canon for Church Planting for the Anglican Church in North America, through which he leads the Always Forward Church Planting Initiative. They discuss the important topic of liturgy in the normal Christian life. DAN ALGER ONLINE Dan’s Website Facebook Instagram Twitter/X MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Word and...

In this episode of Straight to the Heart , our host Rush Witt talks with Mike Emlet who practiced as a family physician for over ten years before becoming a counselor and faculty member at the Christian Counseling & Educational Foundation (CCEF). They talk about difficult topics like intrusive thoughts and Scrupulosity, and the biblical wisdom that helps us overcome them. MIKE EMLET ONLINE Mik...

In this episode of Straight to the Heart , our host Rush Witt talks with Eliza Huie, Director of Counseling at McLean Bible Church in Vienna, VA. They discuss Christian self-care, the relentless pressure to keep up with modern life, and the concerning problem of burnout among adults and children. ELIZA HUIE ONLINE Eliza’s Website Facebook Instagram Twitter/X MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE The Whole Lif...

Preview Season 3 of Straight to the Heart , a podcast from New Growth Press, hosted by Rush Witt. Each episode includes thought-provoking conversations with leading Christian writers and thinkers. We hear who they are, what they believe, how they approach their work and ministry, and the moments and people who have changed their lives. In "Straight to the Heart," we go beyond the books to connect...

In this episode of  Straight to the Heart , our host,  Rush Witt,  talks with Dr. Curtis Solomon . They dive into the hallmarks of the PTSD experience and key ways biblical counseling has been effective in helping those suffering from PTSD. They also touch on a fascinating historical perspective, discussing PTSD in the context of World War II and the lessons learned from that era. C...

In this episode of  Straight to the Heart , our host  Rush Witt , sits down with Dr. Jeremy Pierre, Dean of the Billy Graham School of Missions, Evangelism, and Ministry, to talk about the daily help of the Gospel. They discuss the common misunderstandings of the Gospel and how taking small steps to make the gospel central to life offers freedom from pressures to perform f...

In this episode of  Straight to the Heart , our host  Rush Witt  enjoys a conversation with Juan and Jeanine Sanchez, coauthors of a new book called  Reaching Your Child’s Heart: A practical Guide to Faithful Parenting . Juan and Jeanine share wisdom about the value of reading aloud as a family, the importance of being present in our parenting, and finding a balance in our pare...

In this episode of  Straight to the Heart , Adriel Sanchez shares with our host,  Rush Witt, how the Lord’s prayer can be used as a fresh and helpful guide for those of us who struggle in our prayer lives. Adriel also shares practical principles that will help you to pray faithfully, as well as the not-so-well-known National Day of Prayer, on Thursday, May 2. ADRIEL SANCHEZ ONLINE Adriel...

In this episode of Straight to the Heart , our guest is Julie Lowe . She and Rush Witt discuss an important topic that is on the minds of parents, teachers, pastors, and anyone who cares about the souls of kids—bullying. From her experience of counseling children, Julie shares practical, biblical wisdom for recognizing bullying, navigating the influences of social media in our digital world, and h...

In this episode of Straight to the Heart , our host Rush Witt , talks with Mike McGarry about some of the friends and enemies of theologically-minded youth ministry, the importance of team-based ministry among students, and Mike’s advice to new, green youth ministry leaders. MIKE MCGARRY ONLINE Website Facebook Instagram Twitter/X MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Lead Them to Jesus Discover A Biblical Th...

Joni Eareckson Tada discusses her life and ministry in the present moment, where she finds grace to persevere through difficult challenges, and how students can become involved in summer internships with her ministry called Joni and Friends . JONI EARECKSON TADA ONLINE Joni's Website Facebook Twitter Instagram MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE The Gospel for Hard Times The Gospel for Hard Times (Students)...

In this episode of Straight to the Heart , our host Rush Witt , talks with bestselling author Randy Alcor n about the recent death of his beloved wife, Nanci, and how his faith in Christ and familiarity with the Bible’s teaching on heaven has comforted him and deepened his walk with God. His testimony and encouragement is helpful to any one who faces serious loss and needs God's help to grieve wit...

In this episode of Straight to the Heart , our host Rush Witt , talks with Joe Hox , the talented illustrator behind the Good News for Little Hearts series. They discuss the struggle to find our worth in Christ, moving forward in usefulness to the Lord when the path is unclear, and how artistic world-building brings imaginations to life. JOE HOX ONLINE Website Instagram Facebook X/Twitter MENTIONE...

In this episode of Straight to the Heart , our host Rush Witt , talks with Bob Lepine , an author, pastor, and radio host whose recent book, Build a Stronger Marriage helps married and engaged couples to apply the gospel to their relationship. They discuss resolutions to marital conflict, key problems couples face, and the signs of a healthy marriage. BOB LEPINE ONLINE Website Facebook Instagram T...

In this episode of Straight to the Heart , our host Rush Witt , talks with Camille Cates , a biblical counselor, speaker, and author who works with post-abortive women. Camille shares her story of hardship and suffering as a young woman, including her own history with abortion. From experience, she reaches out to those who are desperately seeking hope and healing from their own personal tragedies....

Our host Rush Witt , sits down with Jonathan Holme s , a biblical counselor, author, and Director of Fieldstone Counseling Center in Cleveland, OH. Join them as they discuss Jonathan's adoption, his Korean heritage, growing up in the Deep South, and how these experiences shaped his life, counseling, and ministry. JONATHAN HOLMES ONLINE Website Instagram Facebook Twitter/X MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE...

Rush Witt spends the hour with C hris Moles , a leading pastor and biblical counselor who helps churches and families confront the evil of domestic violence and promote healthy, God-honoring, relationships. They talk about domestic abuse ministry, how pastors and church members can grow in this ministry, and whether or not abusers can really change. CHRIS MOLES ONLINE    Website Facebook...

In this episode of  Straight to the Heart , our host  Rush Witt , sits down with Sally Michael, co-founder of  Truth78 . They discuss how to help children know, love, and memorize God’s Word, and how her new  Bible Verses to Remember  series for children assists parents, teachers, and church leaders in this important ministry. SALLY MICHAEL ONLINE   Website Instagram...

In this episode of Straight to the Heart , our host Rush Witt , enjoys a conversation with pastor, author, and blogger, Tim Challies . They talk about Tim’s prolific work, his family, and the death of his son Nick, which Tim discusses in his book, Seasons of Sorrow . Tim’s faith and hope in God shine as a comfort and example to all of us. TIM CHALLIES ONLINE Website Instagram Facebook Twitter/X ME...

In this episode of Straight to the Heart, our host Rush Witt, talks with Lifeway's Bible Publisher Andy McLean. They discuss how Bibles are developed, published, and printed. And they give special attention to a new edition called the Life Counsel Bible , which contains numerous articles and other tools for life and counseling. This episode provides an encouraging reminder of the invaluable ways t...

In this episode, Rush talks with author and mother Jackie Gibson.  Jackie and her husband Jonnie have four children. She serves alongside him at Westminster Seminary and most recently published her book “You Are Still A Mother.” In this episode Jackie shares her journey through the still birth death of her daughter Leila. And they talk about the unique challenges of grief in the loss of a chi...

Season Two continues as our host, Rush Witt , sits down with author and Pastor Jerome Ga y . Rush and Jerome talk about the challenges of ministry in our current culture, the important art of being winsome in conversation, and how pastors and Christians can productively engage others in discussion about difficult social topics like race. JEROME GAY ONLINE Jerome's Website Facebook X Instagram The...

We kick off the anticipated second season of "Straight to the Heart," as Rush Witt meets with counselor and author Ed Welch. Rush asks Ed about the early years of Ed's life and faith in Christ, what it means to make counseling beautiful, and how to help people in the midst of grief and suffering. Join us for this wonderfully insightful start to Season 2.   CONNECT ONLINE CCEF's Website Facebo...

Preview of the second season of "Straight to the Heart," a podcast from New Growth Press, hosted by Rush Witt.  Each episode includes thought-provoking conversations with leading Christian writers and thinkers. We hear who they are, what they believe, how they approach their work and ministry, and the moments and people who have changed their lives. In "Straight to the Heart," we go beyond th...

Rush Witt meets with Daniel Henderson, Vice-President of Strategy for Publications Chrétiennes, a French publishing house based in Quebec, Canada. In this bonus episode, they talk about the importance of book translation around the world and how churches and Christians can make a missional impact by supporting the translation of great Christian resources through publishing ministries like Publicat...