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Today, Pastor Jack teaches that the discipline of domination begins with refusing to let our flesh run the show. When our feelings, our eyes, or our pride start calling the shots, we have to surrender it all to God instead.

Of the three persons of the Trinity, the Holy Spirit is the least understood and the most neglected. He is reduced to a ghost, a mystical force, or—in many churches—simply ignored. But He is none of those things. He is a person. He is God. Drawing from key passages across Scripture, Pastor Chuck Swindoll dismantles the myths surrounding the Holy Spirit and introduces listeners to the third member of the Godhead—His personality, His deity, and His active role in the life of every believer. Get reacquainted with the Spirit of power. Learn who He truly is and let that knowledge transform the way you experience your walk with God.

On this episode, David Wollen explores how beholding Jesus by faith changes everything.

You've got group texts, social feeds, work friends, church friends, and hundreds of contacts in your phone. So why does it still feel like nobody really knows you? Author Jennie Allen talks about the loneliness hiding in plain sight—and why Christian community takes more than proximity, good intentions, or another potluck. Show Notes and Resources Get Jennie's book  "Find Your People: Building Deep Community in a Lonely World" on our shop.   Learn more about Jennie on her website jennieallen.com Get more information about the IF:Gathering  Janelle Breitenstein’s 5-session video series on mom anger at familylife.com/momanger Thanks to the Christian Standard Bible for sponsoring this episode. Learn more at CSBible.com. Follow us on all social platforms: Facebook | Instagram | YouTube Find resources from our podcast at shop.familylife.com. Download FamilyLife's app! Help others find FamilyLife. Leave a review on Apple Podcast or Spotify. Check out all the FamilyLife's podcasts on the FamilyLife Podcast Network See cru.org/us/en/about/privacy FamilyLife’s Privacy Policy

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On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (07/07/26), we pick up where we ended on our previous broadcast and present more of an episode of the Hank Unplugged podcast. Hank is talking with Dr. Jay Richards, co-author of the 20th Anniversary Updated and Revised edition of The Privileged Planet: How Our Place in the Cosmos Is Designed for Discovery. Hank and Dr. Richards discuss why the Earth is the best place in the universe for discovery, why people like Neil deGrasse Tyson make the argument that the Earth is insignificant, how we can overcome the issue of information overload we are facing today, constrained optimization, and the role of solar eclipses in scientific discovery.

Caller Questions & Discussion: Chris discusses how fear can drive us in the wrong direction. It moves us away from facing the reality of the uncomfortable life we experience here on earth. Suffering is one way God uses to form us. My 6-year-old grandson might have ADHD; yesterday, he threw a brick at the dog. What should my daughter and son-in-law do? Our 18-year-old son was brought up as a Christian and taught to honor Israel. In family circles, he talks negatively about Jews. How do we have a conversation with him about this? My mom passed away from alcoholism, and my dad continues to struggle with alcoholism. He’s frustrated with me because I’ve been at a dead-end job for 10 years, and he has had to help support me in the past. Should I stop trying to reach my ideal career and pursue a career that is closer to what I’m doing now, like nursing? My 14-year-old autistic grandson is struggling to fit in. He has been very disrespectful toward me and misunderstood what I said to him. Am I handling this the right way?

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Pastor Chad Roberts teaches from 1 Corinthians 12:7 that every believer has received a spiritual gift to make God visible—manifesting the Holy Spirit for the common good.

The Grace to You radio broadcast for June 30, 2026. Click the icon below to listen.

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Rebecca Carrell is the director of apprenticeship and special projects for the media arts and worship department at Dallas Theological Seminary.  She is an award winning broadcaster and is currently working towards her Doctorate of education.  Rebecca spent over twenty years hosting radio programs in the DFW area and she joins host Dow Hawkins to talk about the challenges facing mothers.  Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Understanding Your Spiritual DNA | DIVINELY DESIGNED

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On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (06/18/26), Hank talks about the joy of contagious giving—the giving of time, talent, and treasure for the sake of the Kingdom. Every breath we have is held in the hollow of God's hand. May God grant that we use His resources wisely.Hank also answers the following questions:Given that even the Bible mentions other writings, how is it that the 27 books of the New Testament were canonized? James - Dallas, TX (9:15)How are we as Christians to treat movies that take events out of the Bible, and yet present them in a secular way? John - Auburn Hills, MI (15:12)I was diagnosed with an incurable cancer. Years later my oncologist told me that I was cancer free! Is this a miracle? Margaret - CA (20:49)

Dr. Paul Pettit is the director of career services and adjunct professor of the pastoral ministries at Dallas Theological Seminary.  He is also the President and founder of Dynamic Dads, an organization offering encouragement to fathers.  Paul joins encouragement for you host Don Hawkins to talk about the qualities of a good father.   Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (06/15/26), Hank comments on the amazing contentment Paul describes in Philippians chapter 4, and the generosity of the church at Philippi whose gifts were a fragrant offering to the Lord. This wonderful example of giving shows the biblical model is not giving to get, but rather participating in the advance of the gospel through giving.Hank also answers the following questions:I lost my son to cancer. Should the promises in Jeremiah 29:11 be taken literally? If so, was there a chink in my faith armor that allowed this to happen? Warren - Edmonton, AB (2:53)As a Millennial, how can I stand strong against homosexuality and same-sex marriage? Are there Scriptures to support this? Leigh - AR (6:13)Why did God stop giving us inspired writings? Tammy - OK (15:47)What is a prophet, and how is that office expressed today? Karen - BC (21:41)

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Hal Habecker is the founder and president of Finishing Well Ministries and prior to that, served over 20 years as a senior pastor and also the executive director of the Christian Medical and Dental Societies.  He joins Encouragement for You host Don Hawkins to talk about the important subject of finishing well.  Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

To Support the work of Apologia -Our newest sponsor is Dominion Wealth Strategists! -Get the NAD treatment Jeff is on, go to Ion Layer and put “IONAPOLOGIA” into the coupon code and get $100 off your first three months! -Check out Amtac Blades and use code APOLOGIA in the check out for 5% off!  -You can get in touch with Heritage Defense and use coupon code “APOLOGIA” to get your first month free!  -For some Presip Blend Coffee Check out our Store.  -Check out the Ezra Institute

Pastor Chad Roberts was actively involved in serving the Lord, including on foreign mission trips, when he was affected by total blindness.  He joins host Don Hawkins to talk about his new book Blind Faith.  Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Bill Hendricks is the executive director of The Hendricks Center for Giftedness at Dallas Theological Seminary and the founder and president of the Global Center for Giftedness.  He joins host Don Hawkins to talk about how each of us as a believer have been gifted by God.  Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (05/11/26), we present a special Mother’s Day edition with questions focused on parenting issues:What is the “rod” and its relationship to correcting a child in Proverbs 23:13? Christopher - Washington, DC (0:41)What movies should Christians watch? Are fantasy films like Twilight or Harry Potter OK? Rachel - Billings, MT (3:47)Can you invite a demonic presence into your home by watching certain movies? Rachel - Billings, MT (7:12)Did Jesus know He was going to be crucified when He was a little boy? Cameron - CA (7:52)I had an abortion when I was sixteen. I feel now that it was the wrong decision. Will children who were aborted be in heaven? Michelle - KS (15:11)How was God created? Katie - Mesa, AZ (19:21)

Hope in the Nigt - Perfectionism

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Do you pray for your children and the schools they attend? On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson welcomes Fern Nichols, Sally Burke, and a panel of moms from Moms in Prayer International. They share how one mother’s desperate plea for her kids grew into a global ministry now active in more than 150 countries.

Hope in the Night - Guilt

Where's God when prayers go unanswered and circumstances take a turn for the worse? Hebrews 11 reveals two types of faithful believers: Those who were delivered and those who suffered. In this message, Pastor Lutzer discusses the first of four facts about enduring faith. Let's learn to trust God's heart even when we can't see His hand. This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount. Get yours at https://offerrtw.com or call us at 1-800-215-5001.  Moody Church Media [https://www.moodymedia.org/], home of "Running To Win," exists to bring glory to God through the transformation of lives.  Erwin W. Lutzer is Pastor Emeritus of The Moody Church in Chicago, where he served as Senior Pastor for 36 years. He is a prolific author of over seventy books. A clear expositor of the Bible, he is the featured speaker on "Running To Win" and "Songs In The Night," with programs broadcasting on over a thousand outlets in the U.S. and across more than fifty countries in seven languages. He and his wife, Rebecca, live in the Chicago area. They have three grown children and eight grandchildren.    SUPPORT:  Tax Deductible Support: https://www.moodymedia.org/donate/  Become an Endurance Partner: https://endurancepartners.org/

Long before football championships and Super Bowl parties, there was a far greater showdown—one that would determine the true God of Israel. In this powerful message from 1 Kings 18, Elijah challenges the nation to stop wavering between two opinions and choose who they will follow. As the prophets of Baal face off against the prophet of the Lord, this dramatic story calls us to bold faith, clear conviction, and a decision that cannot be avoided.

The Reformation brought a needed retrieval of the Bible's teaching on salvation. Today, R.C. Sproul outlines the teaching of the Roman Catholic Church on this cardinal doctrine and shows why we must understand where we disagree. Get an exclusive Renewing Your Mind journal with your donation. You'll also receive R.C. Sproul's ebook Are We Together? and his digital teaching series Roman Catholicism: https://gift.renewingyourmind.org/   Live outside the U.S. and Canada? Request the ebook and digital teaching series with your donation: https://www.renewingyourmind.org/global   Meet Today's Teacher:   R.C. Sproul (1939–2017) was founder of Ligonier Ministries, first minister of preaching and teaching at Saint Andrew's Chapel, first president of Reformation Bible College, and executive editor of Tabletalk magazine. Renewing Your Mind is a donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts

On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (05/06/26), Hank answers the following questions:Why is it okay to test God? Is the testing in Malachi 3:10 and Matthew 4:7 a contradiction? Jason - IL (0:48)Can you address The Language of God by Francis Collins, who speaks of evolution as if is true? Jody - OK (6:15)Why did Jesus cry out, “My God, My God, why have you forsaken me?” Did God forsake Jesus on the cross? Carmen - SD (16:26)Are Gog and Magog literal nations? What, if anything, do they have to do with Armageddon? Donny - CA (19:06)Can you address Esau seeking repentance but not finding it in Hebrews 12:16, and people being entangled in sin in 2 Peter 2:20? Is this apostasy? Kevin - KS (20:51)

Caller Questions & Discussion: Dr. Henry Cloud discusses his newest book, Your Desired Future: The Five Essential Steps That Take You Where You Want to Go. How do I deal with the loss of my 11-year-old dog? I had to put her down last week, and it was a hard decision. My husband had a traumatic brain injury but was still able to reconcile with our daughter; however, she hasn’t reconciled with me. Is there anything he can say to help?

Pastor Chad Roberts

For many of us today, handling our personal finances constitutes a major challenge.  Charlie Germany has invested many years in the field of money management with Ronald Blue and Company.  In today’s first segment Charlie and host Don Hawkins explore how to handle your money. The late Dr. Frank Minirth was board certified in psychiatry and neurology, which means he was doubly experienced in issues relating to the human brain. During this segment Dr. Minirth and host Don Hawkins talk about ways to prevent damaging your brain. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Today, Pastor Jack teaches that there is a myth about the 10 Commandments. That they don’t let us do anything and are set up to quench our desires. But, the 10 Commandments are designed by God to drive us to absolute freedom and liberty.

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Some people say they have faith, yet their lives show little evidence of it. Others who possess true faith are willing to take risks. In this message from Hebrews 11, Pastor Lutzer identifies Moses' radical decision and powerful motivation. With a desire to serve God, Moses lived his life looking forward to future rewards. This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount. Get yours at https://offerrtw.com or call us at 1-800-215-5001.  Moody Church Media [https://www.moodymedia.org/], home of "Running To Win," exists to bring glory to God through the transformation of lives.  Erwin W. Lutzer is Pastor Emeritus of The Moody Church in Chicago, where he served as Senior Pastor for 36 years. He is a prolific author of over seventy books. A clear expositor of the Bible, he is the featured speaker on "Running To Win" and "Songs In The Night," with programs broadcasting on over a thousand outlets in the U.S. and across more than fifty countries in seven languages. He and his wife, Rebecca, live in the Chicago area. They have three grown children and eight grandchildren.    SUPPORT:  Tax Deductible Support: https://www.moodymedia.org/donate/  Become an Endurance Partner: https://endurancepartners.org/  <span class= "NormalTextR

What gives someone the courage to stand for Christ when the pressure to stay silent is overwhelming? In this powerful message from the life of Elijah in 1 Kings 17, Pastor Jeff Schreve shows that holy boldness begins with fearing God above everything else. As Elijah stood before a wicked king and trusted God’s provision by the brook Cherith, we see that the Lord honors those who honor Him.

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In a world where promises are easily broken, Christians are to be faithful to their word. Today, R.C. Sproul explains what it takes to be people of integrity and servants of a God whose Word never fails. Get Richard Phillips' book The Masculine Mandate and digital access to R.C. Sproul's teaching series Meaning for Men with your donation: https://gift.renewingyourmind.org/   Live outside the U.S. and Canada? Request the ebook and digital teaching series with your donation: https://www.renewingyourmind.org/global   Meet Today's Teacher:   R.C. Sproul (1939–2017) was founder of Ligonier Ministries, first minister of preaching and teaching at Saint Andrew's Chapel, first president of Reformation Bible College, and executive editor of Tabletalk magazine. Renewing Your Mind is a donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts

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On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast, Hank shares on the importance of essential Christian doctrine, which sets the line of demarcation between the kingdom of God and the kingdom of the cults.Hank also answers the following questions:Why is giving a blessing in the morning considered a curse in Proverbs 27:14? Pam - Due West, SC (3:01)I divorced while I was an unbeliever, under illegitimate grounds. How long must I stay open to reconciliation? Robert - Sacramento, CA (5:56)What does it mean to be created “in the image of God?” Joe - Omaha, NE (15:11)Beatitude in Revelation 22:14. Is it supposed to read blessed are those who do the commandments or those who wash their robes? Herb - AB (18:58)People say that the King James Bible is the fully inspired Word of God. Is that true? What is the best Bible translation to read? Herb - AB (20:27)Where does the Bible say that those who die without Christ have eternal condemnation? Tom - Newark, DE (24:13)

Hope in the Night - Forgiveness

Caller Questions & Discussion: Dr. Jim discusses what deconstruction is and how his newest book, When Your Adult Child Strays: Trading Heartache for Hope, explores this difficult topic in greater depth. How do I love my wife when I feel no attraction or emotional connection to her? I also struggle with respect because we seem very different in intelligence and humor. I was sexually abused by my stepfather. Now when I visit my mom, she turns away when I try to give her a kiss on the cheek, so I told her I shouldn’t see her. Any advice?

Mary Crowley built a $400 million company from her garage—all while putting God first. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson shares a classic conversation with the late Mary Crowley, founder of Home Interiors and Gifts. She shares how faith, generosity, and biblical priorities transformed her life from being a single mother to becoming a business pioneer.

John Redd is a Christian life coach and the founder and president of Renewell Ministries, a ministrycommitted to supporting pastors and pastors' wives. He and his wife Lisa recently joined host DonHawkins to talk about love and communication in marriage.  Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (04/28/26), Hank brings up the issue of why God would allow bad things to happen.Hank also answers the following questions:The word “lie” means any intentional deception. Isn’t God’s command to Abraham to kill Isaac an intentional deception? Mike - Trinidad, CO (6:01)I heard teachings about “little Jesuses.” Have you addressed this teaching? Susan - AZ (9:22)Why do people criticize the Scofield Reference Bible? Marilyn - WA (16:40)Can you address the development of the different views on pre-, mid-, and post-tribulation rapture? Steve - Hammond, LA (20:48)What is pantheism? Alice - Houston, TX (23:59)

Caller Questions & Discussion: Dr. Jill talks about what relational confirmation bias is—for example, when we’re always looking for what we fear. When we do that, we create algorithms that help to reinforce it. My husband is a farmer, and I have an outside job. It’s getting to be too much, and I’m finding my family is dysfunctional; what can I do? How do I navigate my 4-year-old daughter’s questions about her daddy? My husband and I are separated, and he’s not allowed to see her right now. Our 23-year-old daughter just broke up with her boyfriend and now wants to go to Australia by herself. I don’t want her to go—how should I respond? What can I do if my 33-year-old son and his wife keep cutting me out of their lives? I have complex PTSD.

On this episode, David Wollen and Jen Wilkin discuss how knowing God leads to loving Him—and how, through the work of the Spirit, we begin to develop a deeper hunger for holiness.