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Anne shares from 1 Peter 1-12.

On this WPN Call #512, Dr. Jim Garlow is joined by Judd Saul, a film producer, director, political activist and missionary. He is the founder of Equipping the Persecuted, an organization that is aiding and protecting Nigerian Christians facing persecution. Judd explains everything you need to know about the Christian persecution in Nigeria and what we can do to support our brothers and sisters in that nation. 

Websites: https://equippingthepersecuted.org/

https://truthnigeria.com/

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Comedian John Branyan celebrates the sensibilities of those who live in the Midwest……what some people from the coasts refer to as “Flyover Country.” The “coasters” think their big cities and beaches are special, but the Midwest contains most of America’s food! After riffing on a variety of subjects, John closes with a very encouraging word picture about the value of every human life. Then Tim Shoemaker shares how he revitalized his devotional time with his sons. You’ll learn how to share important life and spiritual applications through some “kinda dangerous” object lessons. We hope all parents listening will be en...

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God’s Word tells us that charm is deceitful, and beauty is vain. But there is a kind of beauty we should strive for.

Anne shares about fear, trials, faith and discouragement from Hebrews 11:32 and 1 John 5:4-5.

In this episode, David Wollen traces God’s sovereign plan through Joseph’s suffering, showing how even the darkest moments were pointing ahead to our salvation in Christ.

This action-heavy disaster sequel is full of PG-13 violence and peril, along with some language. But a lot of humanity shines through, too. 

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Mauricio Rosa tells a powerful story about how God gave him a Scripture to cling to, during his wife’s challenging pregnancy.

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You can save a mother and her baby from the tragedy of abortion with your generous and compassionate gift now. Your immediate action will help connect expectant mothers with the resources and encouragement they need to choose life! And when you give today, we’ll say thanks by sending you the book, Saving Nate: Choosing Life after a Devastating Prenatal Diagnosis, as well as a free...

When a lump appeared on 5-month-old Memunatu's neck, her mother, Aminata, was immediately concerned.

Every life matters—and every child is a gift from God. When Mauricio and Christin Rosa learned their preborn son had a life-threatening diagnosis, they faced choices no parent ever wants to face. Yet, through fear and uncertainty, they chose to trust God and to choose life. Their story is one of courage, faith, and the unshakable belief that every life has purpose and value.

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Satan tried to write his own story in which he was the hero and God is an afterthought. He admitted as much: “I will ascend to the heavens…I will make myself like the Most High” as quoted in Isaiah 14:13-14. Satan wanted to take God’s place, but God wasn’t—and isn’t—moving. Satan wants to win you to his side, but God will never let you go. You have his word!

Even more, you have his help. Scripture says, “For our high priest (Jesus) is able to understand our weak...

I got to thinking the other day about some of the close calls in my life - those moments that could have been my last, but obviously they weren't. There was the night that a drunk driver totaled our car with all of our family in it, but thank God it didn't total us. I was driving. We could have died; we didn't.

There was that night my plane was only a few feet away from landing at Newark Airport, and suddenly it revved up, and we took off again sharply, and about 15 minutes later the pilot said, "...

A disturbing case out of Florida exposes the dark underbelly of abortion: a man named Moses Lopez allegedly lied about his age, claiming he was 16 when he was really 23, to groom and sexually abuse a 14-year-old girl for years. 

When she became pregnant, he pressured her into an abortion, not out of concern, but to erase the evidence of his crimes and silence his victim. 

Tragically, this isn’t rare. Sexual predators frequently coerce abortions to cover their tracks, taking innocent lives, and further traumatizing young girls. Abortion doesn’t empower women; it enables abusers. 

Every unborn chi...

Psalm 1 describes the wicked person as “chaff that blows away in the wind.” Nancy DeMoss Wolgemuth explains what this means. And she shows why this concept is so important in making sure this new year counts.

The first step in having a clear conscience with other people is to identify those we’ve wronged.

Serie: La Gran Comisión y corazones avivados, con Ed Cannon. Ep1. Glorifica a Dios llevando el evangelio a todo el mundo.

Anne shares about fear, living for God and discouragement from Hebrews 11:32 and 1 John 5:4-5.

Who was the beloved son who left his father’s favor, suffered betrayal, and was raised up to save his people?

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Courtney Ellis reminds us why it’s dangerous to fill out lives up with too many activities, which won’t allow us to hear

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It began with panic attack about having “too much” stuff in her home and schedule — prompting Courtney toward a spiritual journey of saying “no” to shopping, screens, and busyness. As a result, she and her family have more capacity to hear from the Lord and spend time with others.

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Using nerd culture to share Christ, plus Scripture’s solution to addiction and strongholds, and what to do about Bible study cliques.  

Featured musical artist:  Tauren Wells

Roundtable: Bringing Jesus Into Your Nerdy Hobbies

Fantasy novels. Video games. Cosplay. There is a growing fascination among young adults for what we call nerd culture. If you’re nerdy and proud, what does that mean for you as a Christian? Are there any concerns with content in this genre? And is there a way to bring Jesus into it? Three of our nerdiest friends are ready t...

When Prince was 7 years old, he became near-sighted and all he could see were faint shapes.

Bat-Fam is almost a dream come true for little superhero fans who may be too young for Batman’s live-action escapades.

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Where do you feel empty? Are you hungry for attention, craving success, longing for intimacy? Be aware of your weaknesses. Bring them to God before Satan brings them to you.

Satan will tell you, as he did when tempting Jesus, to turn stones into bread. In other words, to take matters into your own hands. If Satan convinces us to trust our works over God’s word, he has us dangling from a broken limb.

Do what Jesus did. In Satan’s temptation of Jesus, three times Jesus repeated, “It is w...

A woman named Sierra changed her mind in the middle of a chemical abortion and saved her baby’s life. After taking the first abortion pill, which blocks the hormone needed to sustain pregnancy, Sierra walked away overwhelmed with regret and despair. In tears, she prayed for help, and in the abortion facility parking lot she noticed a sign directing her to the Abortion Pill Rescue Network.

Sierra was connected to compassionate support, received an ultrasound showing her baby’s strong heartbeat, and began Abortion Pill Reversal treatment, a progesterone-based medical option that can counteract the effects of t...

When I had to go for a new passport, it meant I had to dig out a document that I don't look at very often - my birth certificate. I had to prove to the State Department that I exist! Of course, I have to be careful with my birth certificate - one that's been around that long is about to disintegrate. It's interesting that when you have to produce the most authoritative proof of who you are, what do they ask for? Your birth certificate! And mine, like yours, clearly identifies who you are and exactly when and...

Obedience is one of the most important ways that we can show our love for God to a watching world.

A tree receives nourishment so it can bear fruit and nourish others. God wants you to do the same thing. He wants to fill you up with His Word so you can spread that truth to your neighbor.

Serie: Lecciones sobre los levitas. Ep2. Ser apartados y consagrados para Dios es un enorme privilegio.

Anne shares about trials, fear, purpose, and God's goodness from Romans 8:28.

In this episode, David Wollen continues his conversation with Nancy Guthrie, reflecting on how the Law and the Scriptures lead us to behold Jesus—the One who fulfilled them on our behalf.

It began with panic attack about having “too much” stuff in her home and schedule — prompting Courtney toward a spiritual journey of saying “no” to shopping, screens, and busyness. As a result, she and her family have more capacity to hear from the Lord and spend time with others.

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Recent reports suggest that the majority of adults are constantly on social media. Can parents even step back from social media use?

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What does mercy look like? 

Courtney Ellis tells how letting go of her childhood table wasn’t easy.

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How do we explain our stubborn hearts and conniving ways? How do we explain Auschwitz, human trafficking, abuse? If I were the devil, I’d want you to feel attacked by an indefinable force. If I were the devil, I’d keep my name out of it. But God doesn’t let the devil get away with this. He tells us his name: splitter, a divider, a wedge driver. Don’t fault the plunging economy or a raging dictator for your anxiety. They are simply tools in Satan’s tool kit.

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New UK government data has revealed a shocking truth: at least 400 baby girls may have been aborted simply because of their gender between 2017 and 2021 — a practice known as sex-selective abortion. These deaths were uncovered through government birth-ratio statistics showing that far more boys than girls were born in some communities, an imbalance experts believe is linked to killing of unborn girls.  

Even though sex-selective abortion is supposed to be illegal in England the UK’s largest abortion provider has been caught telling women it’s not unlawful.  

Often we hear abortion advocates claim that any reason for an a...

Treasure Island, A Child's Garden of Verses - those are just some of the literary classics written by Robert Louis Stevenson. He must have had a way with words from the time he was a boy. Anne Graham Lotz tells of a night in his boyhood when his nanny just couldn't get him to bed. Young Robert just kept staring out the window, oblivious to her talking to him. Finally, she said, "Robert, what in the world are you looking at out there?" As she pulled back the curtain, she realized he was watching the lamplighter making his way...

Delighting in the Bible can be like developing a taste for certain kinds of foods. Nancy DeMoss Wolgemuth shows you how to maintain a hunger and appetite for God’s Word.

Trials and troubles will come to your life.

Serie: Lecciones sobre los levitas. Ep1. Podemos confiar en que Dios proveerá todo lo necesario.

Anne shares about loneliness, trials and fear from Genesis 21:14.

In this episode, David Wollen is joined by Nancy Guthrie to explore how Christ is revealed in the Old Testament and why our hearts are stirred when the Scriptures are opened to us.

For years, Christy Osborne turned to wine to manage grief, a struggling marriage, and the pressures of motherhood, only to feel trapped in her habits. In desperation, she cried out to Jesus—and through His grace, began a journey of healing, finding new strength in Scripture and healthier ways to face life’s challenges. She shares her story as a testimony of God’s peace, redemption, and the lasting hope found in Him.

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For as much as he discusses evolution and change, Lamar remains tethered to his cycle of profanity-laced hate and anger.

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When walking through the wards, nurse Rachel noticed a patient whose massive smile lit up the room.

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Christy Osborne shares how God forgave her after she realized she’d been drinking too much.

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How bold are your prayers? As John Wesley crossed the Atlantic, he was reading in his cabin and became aware of heavy winds knocking the ship off course. He responded in prayer. A colleague wrote it down:

Almighty and everlasting God…Thou holdest the winds in thy fists and sittest upon the water floods…command those winds and these waves that they obey Thee. Take us speedily and safely to the haven whither we would go.

Having offered the prayer, Wesley took up his book and continued reading. On deck...

It turned out to be one of TV's biggest and most surprising hits of the time - "Touched By an Angel." Actually, CBS almost canceled it after its first season. But they responded to all this mail they got, encouraging them to give it another chance. And with that, it just took off. It was consistently one of the top 10 TV programs in America! It was about three angels who take on human form and assignments from God to bring His hope and His messages into certain people's lives. And in an age when angels had become an intriguing...

Not long ago I told you about a pro-abortion book targeting young children. Now there is another book, this time specifically targeting teenagers and promoting abortion. 

The novel titled “Truth Is”, follows a 17-year-old protagonist who chooses abortion, an outcome the author portrays positively and is intentionally designed to be “pro-abortion” literature for young people. The author says she wrote the book as a direct response to the end of Roe v. Wade and hopes it will serve as a resource to influence teens toward abortion.  

The book is now a National Book Awards finalist. Abortion takes human life. It...

What would it take for you to get ready to meet Christ?

Whether you realize it or not, you are receiving counsel all the time. The people you spend time with and the media you consume are influencing your thinking. Learn how to say no to ungodly counsel.

Serie: Rescata a los que se pierden. Ep4. Dios puede usarte cuando tu corazón está dispuesto.

Fear keeps believers silent, stuck, and defeated—but God calls us to trust Him fully. In this episode, learn how fear dishonors God, empowers Satan, and paralyzes the Church. Discover the simple, Scripture-backed path to living fearlessly: loving God wholeheartedly and boldly sharing your faith.

Host Barry Meguiar is a car guy and businessman who hosted the popular TV show, Car Crazy, on Discovery Networks for 18 years. He loves cars, but he loves Jesus even more! Learn more about Barry at IgniteAmerica.com

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Anne shares about loneliness, the Holy Spirit and comfort from John 14:18 and Matthew 28:20.

Does the Old Testament really point us to Jesus—or are we missing something?

The latest installment in Disney’s long-running sci-fi adventure series is full of stylish action and relatively light on content bugs.

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Christian financial advisor Russ Crosson has spent more than 45 years guiding individuals and couples in everyday financial situations. Discussing his book, Your Money Made Simple, he offers practical advice for mastering your finances biblically—and it’s not about how much money you make! 

Receive the Your Money Made Simple bundle plus a free audio download of “Transform Your Finances: Smart Steps for a Secure Future” for your donation of any amount! Your Gift DOUBLES to Help Deliver Hope and Joy! Save 2X the marriages and families this Christmas with your life-changing gift today!

Russ Crosson encourages you to steward your money wisely.

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You have bills to pay, beds to make, and grass to cut. Your face won’t grace any magazine covers, and you aren’t expecting a call from the White House. Congratulations—you qualify for a modern-day Christmas story.

Step into the stable, cradle in your arms the infant Jesus. Listen as one who knew him well puts lyrics to the event. What no theologian conceived, what no rabbi dared to dream, God did. John 1:14 proclaims, “The Word became flesh.” Christ in Mary. God in Christ. The Word of God entered the world wit...

My friend, Ed, thought he had the perfect hiding place, and he told me about it. Now, Ed's not really his name, but it is a true story. The incident happened this way. Some years ago when he was a teenager, and he came from a nice Christian family - nice Christian boy, except for some of his reading material. Now, it was before Internet days but there was a magazine called Playboy. He had a habit of going out and buying Playboy and some other magazines like it, and he hid them in an old, unused icebox where...

A disturbing case out of Florida highlights how the dangerous logic of “assisted suicide” can lead to tragedy. A 66-year-old daughter, Martha Jo Blake, has been arrested and charged with first-degree murder in the death of her 97-year-old mother, Patricia Blake. Deputies found the elderly woman dead in her bed, and the medical examiner ruled her death a homicide, citing injuries consistent with suffocation and strangulation, not natural causes.

The woman told police her mother “wanted to die” and had discussed assisted suicide with a physician in Maine.

As horrible as this story is, think of all t...

Small choices can have big consequences. Every wise decision leads you toward true happiness. And every unwise choice leads in the opposite direction. That’s what Psalm 1 teaches!

Partial obedience is disobedience.

Serie: Rescata a los que se pierden. Ep3. Dios busca un corazón dispuesto.

Anne shares from 1 Peter 1-12.

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With personal stories and expert advice, Michelle Nietert provides practical and faith-based tools for parents to guide their little ones through emotions – big and small! Then Jay and Laura Laffoon explain that a date night doesn’t need to be fancy or expensive – simply being intentional about alone time together as a couple, talking, sharing your dreams, and no distractions! They recommend having fun, having a purpose for your date, and doing what your spouse most desires.

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Always choose God’s path and He’ll fully restore you. -------- Thank you for listening! Your support of Joni and Friends helps make this show possible.     Joni and Friends envisions a world where every person with a disability finds hope, dignity, and their place in the body of Christ. Become part of the global movement today at www.joniandfriends.org   Find more encouragement on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube.

Why study the Bible? What’s in it for you? Dannah Gresh looks to Nancy DeMoss Wolgemuth, Erin Davis, and guests to answer that question. Fuel your hunger for God’s Word on Revive Our Hearts Weekend.

Anne shares about loving God, forgiveness, and a relationship with Jesus from Psalm 42:1-2 and Josea 14:2.

On this episode, David Wollen talks with Charles Morris about how the project came together and his prayer for how God might use it to point people to Christ.

Keeping your kids engaged during family devotions can be quite the challenge. The last thing you want is for your kids to think that God’s Word is boring! In this Best of 2025 episode, Mr. Tim Shoemaker shares how he revitalized his devotional time with his sons. You’ll learn how to share important life and spiritual applications through some “kinda dangerous” object lessons, and you’ll be encouraged as you seek to pass down your faith to the next generation.

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