Susie Larson Live

On this edition of Songs & Verses, Susie shares thoughts on what God is doing in this season and takes listener calls for testimonies and prayer requests.

Our culture has twisted our ideas about personal strength of mind and body. But we must remember what it truly means to be strong as followers of Christ. Author Lisa Bevere shares how to find our true strength from her book, "Strong: Devotions to Live a Powerful and Passionate Life."

God has a plan for your life, even when it feels like life as you know it is over. Pastor and author Joshua Gagnon inspires you to pursue the dreams God has given you, from his book, "It's Not Over." Listen to the bonus podcast with Joshua here .

Our circumstances and relationships can impact our emotions and perceptions. Pastor and author Mike Novotny shares how we can find a deeper sense of joy through learning more about who God is in our lives. His book is "3 Words That Will Change Your Life: The Secret to Experiencing the Joy of God's Presence."

We live in a world that is more chaotic and busy than ever before. So how do we return to a place of peace? Author John Eldredge shares practical daily practices for finding refreshment from his book, "Get Your Life Back: Everyday Practices for a World Gone Mad."

We live in a world that is more chaotic and busy than ever before. So how do we return to a place of peace? Author John Eldredge shares practical daily practices for finding refreshment from his book, "Get Your Life Back: Everyday Practices for a World Gone Mad."

Joshua 1:9 commands us to "be strong and courageous." But how do you do this when you feel weak and afraid? Dr. Robert Jeffress shares spiritual survival tips to help you thrive from his book, "Courageous: 10 Strategies for Thriving in a Hostile World."

Narcissism has many faces, and the Church is not free of narcissists. Author Chuck DeGroat shares his knowledge as a Christian counselor who sees both narcissists and those who have been wounded by them from his book, "When Narcissism Comes to Church: Healing Your Community from Emotional and Spiritual Abuse."

God is the most creative force in the universe and He creates things of beauty. Musician and author Andrew Peterson shares his experience encountering God through the creative pursuits of writing songs and fantasy novels, like his young adult series "The Wingfeather Saga."

Lasting marriages are built one defining moment at a time. It's how we think and behave toward one another in moments like these that determines whether our marriage endures or falters. Dave Harvey describes how ultimately, these are invitations from God to consider our direction and pursue transformation, in his book I Still Do .

Jesus says in John 15 that He is the vine, and we are His branches. He urges us to abide in Him. But what does that look like for the modern believer? Dr. Alan Tennison sheds some light on this chapter of John.

Many struggle with fear and anxiety, and with COVID-19 reaching a pandemic level of spread, fear seems even more common. Dr. Timothy Jennings shares help from brain science research for overcoming fear from his book, "The God-Shaped Brain: How Changing Your View of God Transforms Your Life."

Dr. Troy Spurrill of the Synapse Center for Health and Healing shares hope and tips for building up our immune systems during this COVID-19 pandemic and answers listener's health questions.

We all receive names and labels, good and bad, throughout our lives. But God calls us beloved, beautiful, and accepted. Author  Esther Fleece Allen  shares how we can better understand who we are by leaving behind the labels that have held us back from her book,  "Your New Name."

The Bible says that God's mercies are new every morning (Lamentations 3:23-24).  David's prayer in Psalm 51 gives us a great example of how we are to acknowledge God's mercy and seek to live out of that great gift. Pastor and author Jonathan Parnell shares from his book, "Mercy for Today."

Biblical scholar Dr. Ron Rhodes stays on the line to answer a few more listener questions after Bible Answers on Middays with Susie Larson. Listen to the full interview here .

The Bible has instructions for living a godly life, but there are many things Bible does not address directly. Author and Biblical scholar Dr. Ron Rhodes answers listener questions regarding election and free will, how to pursue peace in troubled times, and more. Listen to the bonus podcast here.

Pastor and author Cyd Holsclaw discusses how God loves us while we are waiting on Him, from her book, "Does God Really Like Me?: Discovering the God Who Wants to Be With Us."  Listen to the full interview with Cyd here .

Do you ever struggle with the thought that God doesn't just love you, He likes you? Pastor and author  Cyd Holsclaw  shares what she's discovered about how God views His people from her book,  "Does God Really Like Me?" Listen to the bonus podcast with Cyd  here.

One in three American women has experienced sexual harassment or abuse. But God can bring healing and reconciliation between men and women. Author Danielle Strickland shares from her book, " Better Together: How Women and Men Can Heal the Divide and Work Together to Transform the Futur e."

The widow in 2 Kings 4 needed a miracle and God granted her one. Pastors Peter and Carolyn Haas of Substance Church share important lessons we can learn from this passage about how and perhaps why God grants miracles. Peter and Carolyn share inspiring stories of miracles they've experienced as well.

Do you long to be closer to God, but you aren't sure how t0 make it happen? Author and pastor Heath Adamson shares what he's learned about truly pursuing intimacy with God from his book, "The Sacred Chase: Moving from Proximity to Intimacy with God."

Do you feel burdened by your obligations? Does it feel like work to live your life by the Bible's standards? Pastor and author Vance Pitman shares what he's learned about living a life that glorifies Jesus from his book, "Unburdened: Stop Living for Jesus So Jesus Can Live through You."

The Christian life comes in seasons, with parallels to nature's seasons. Author and scholar Mark Buchanan shares how to identify and navigate the seasons of life with God from his book, " Spiritual Rhythm: Being with Jesus Every Season of Your Soul."

Maybe you find yourself wondering if your Christian values like honesty, integrity, and generosity still matter. Pastor and author Dr. James Merritt shares key biblical insights and examples of character from his book, "Character Still Counts: It Is Time to Restore Our Lasting Values."