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One at a Time: God Wants to Use You to Change The World

March 23, 2023

It seems that culture is changing faster than we can imagine, and it can be overwhelming to think of how we can make a difference and where to start. But what if all we need to do is focus on just one person at a time? On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. Tim Clinton discusses this concept with Kyle Idleman, senior pastor of Southeast Christian Church, and the author of One at a Time: The Unexpected Way God Wants to Use You to Change the World.

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One at a Time: God Wants to Use You to Change the World – Part 2

March 23, 2023

On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. Tim Clinton continues his discussion with author and pastor, Kyle Idleman, focusing on his new book, One at a Time: The Unexpected Way God Wants to Use You to Change the World. They discuss the impact of influence, how God expanded Kyle’s definition of compassion, and how we are to model Jesus by loving people differently.

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One at a Time: God Wants to Use You to Change the World – Part 1

March 22, 2023

It seems that culture is changing faster than we can imagine, and it can be overwhelming to think of how we can make a difference and where to start. But what if all we need to do is focus on just one person at a time? On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. Tim Clinton discusses this concept with Kyle Idleman, senior pastor of Southeast Christian Church, and the author of One at a Time: The Unexpected Way God Wants to Use You to Change the World. Hear how Kyle’s life was changed one day after reading Luke 8, and how he learned to view serving others with a “zoom lens” focus.

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Crossfire Ministries

March 10, 2023

Randy Shepherd and Jamie Johnson, the co-founders of Crossfire Ministries, have used basketball to reach people for Christ in 68 countries and 47 states. Randy explained that they’ve discipled 25,000 kids through 33 years of hosting basketball summer camps. “We teach them the fundamentals of the game, and also the fundamentals of life.” Jamie added, “You're talking about discipline in sports when you're trying to play ball. You have to put in the hours. It relates back to our faith. As Christians, you have to be disciplined as well to grow in your faith."

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Crossfire Ministries – Evangelism Through Sports – Part 2

March 10, 2023

In Matthew 28, Jesus says, “Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you.” On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. Tim Clinton continues his conversation with Randy Shepherd and Jamie Johnson, the co-founders of Crossfire Ministries. Randy and Jamie’s hearts are to share the love of Jesus through sports to all who desperately need Jesus. Through that, they are reaching out to kids, parents, prisoners and athletes alike, letting them know they are loved and that God loves them.

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Crossfire Ministries – Evangelism Through Sports – Part 1

March 9, 2023

It has been said that like music, sports are an international language that speaks to all nations of the world. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. Tim Clinton interviews Randy Shepherd and Jamie Johnson, the co-founders of Crossfire Ministries. Through their organization, Randy and Jamie are influencing today’s generation and others by using sports as an evangelistic tool. They are finding the love of the game to be an effective way to reach people from all walks of life with the gospel. Tune in to learn more about how Randy and Jamie are utilizing basketball and grabbing the attention of thousands, not only coaching them with great lessons, but also introducing them to Jesus Christ.

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Serving God With What You Have

March 6, 2023

Are you living in the “God Space?” According to Dr. Lori Salierno-Maldonado, it is the place where the need is greater than the resources, and where the opportunity is greater than our ability. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. Lori challenges us to trust God and take Him up on His invitation to be part of something much bigger than ourselves. She also stresses that while we don’t have much to offer, we have the materials for the Lord to do a miracle through us.

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Strengthening Military Families Part 2

February 20, 2023

Stop for a moment and think about what it must be like to raise a family while serving in the U.S. military. Between deployments, reintegration, and maybe even PTSD, the challenges AND the blessings are many. You'll hear from a couple who has walked this journey and has wisdom to share with others that are on the same path. It's practical help and hope for military families.

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Why Do I Do What I Don’t Want to Do?

February 1, 2023

In his 20’s, JP Pokluda drove a Jaguar, lived in a high-rise condo, and loved the club scene. By his own admission, he was a materialistic alcoholic who was addicted to sex and pornography. On today’s edition of Family Talk, JP shares how God radically transformed him, calling him to a liberating life of holiness. In his new book entitled Why Do I Do What I Don’t Want to Do? JP invites fellow believers to counter their lust with self-control, their pride with humility, their anger with forgiveness, and their greed with generosity. Heed the call of Romans 12:2 – “Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind.”

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Praying for Your Family

January 16, 2023

Exodus 28:29 records that Aaron, the high priest, entered into the presence of the Lord in the tabernacle. He carried forth the names of the 12 sons of Israel as a memorial to the Lord. On today’s edition of Family Talk, the late Pastor Jack Hayford reveals that his dad was so moved by that image from the Scriptures that every morning his mom and dad brought before the Lord not only the names of their own children, but also any person who had the same last name. Providentially, they heard first-hand from three separate people who shared their name, who crossed their paths and testified that they had personally received Christ in the last few months.

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