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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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Letting Go of Worry

January 13, 2023

The pain, pace, and pressure of everyday life has kept us all on the run. With the volatile economy, a turbulent society, anxiety caused by the pandemic and other adversities, and the 24/7 news cycle, it can feel overwhelming. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. Linda Mintle, the author of Letting Go of Worry, outlines God's plan for finding peace in the midst of chaos. Like a spam email in your inbox, Dr. Mintle says that you don’t have to click on an anxious thought. She underscores the importance of taking “captive every thought to make it obedient to Christ,” as 2 Corinthians 10:5 commands. God’s prescription is to renew our mind daily in His Word.

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The Character of God in the Prophecy of Christ

January 10, 2023

Did you know that seven hundred years before the birth of Christ, the prophet Isaiah predicted that Jesus would come to earth and be crucified for our sins? On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dan Seaborn, the president of Winning At Home, highlights the four descriptions of the God who loves us despite ourselves. In Isaiah 9:6, the prophet writes that our redeemer is the “Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, and Prince of Peace.” Seaborn methodically unfolds the rich meaning of each title. When you fully grasp who the Lord is, in all His majesty and love, it’s a game changer!

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One on One with Michele Bachmann

January 9, 2023

Michele Bachmann has lived a full life. After coming to Christ at age 16, she graduated from college and law school, got married, and served in the U.S. Congress. Remarkably, she and her husband not only raised five biological children, but fostered 23 teenage girls. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Bachmann urges Christians to bear one another’s burdens and practice kindness to unbelievers. Echoing the words of Luke 21, she reminds us to “stand up and lift up your heads, because your redemption is drawing near.”

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Are You Ready? Because the Opportunity is Huge

January 6, 2023

“Are you so filled with God’s power that you’re shaping culture, or is culture shaping you?” That is the question international speaker and author Rick Rigsby posed to 5,000 men at the 2022 Men’s Ignite event. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Rigsby challenges men to rise up, be authentic in their Christian faith, and stand firm in their communities “for such a time as this.” Joshua 1:9 says, “Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.”

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When Suffering Becomes Strength and Undying Faith

December 22, 2022

During a period in which he survived eight cancer surgeries and the removal of 80 percent of his tongue, Dr. Gary Oliver buried his father, his son, his only sibling, and his wife in a span of just four years. Because of the suffering that Dr. Oliver endured, he has been called a “modern-day Job.” On today’s edition of Family Talk, he reveals that in the face of unspeakable grief, his lifeline has been gut-wrenchingly honest prayer. In return, God has given him an indescribable joy and peace.

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The Jesus Who Surprises – Part 2

December 6, 2022

When Jesus walked this earth, He was full of surprises. Remember when He surprised Cleopas and his friend who were grieving His death on the road to Emmaus? On today's edition of Family Talk, Dee Brestin, the author of The Jesus Who Surprises: Opening Our Eyes to His Presence in All of Life and Scripture, says that sometimes our troubles can blind us to the fact that Jesus is just three feet away.

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