Chris Fabry Live
857 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 4 hours ago - ★★★★★ - 219 ratingsChris Fabry Live is designed to build up the spiritual immune system of the Christian men and woman. As you walk through the journey of faith called the Christian life, you meet new people, learn new things, laugh, cry and, most importantly, grow in your understanding of God.
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Beyond Ethnic Loneliness
April 16, 2024 20:02 - 46 minutes - 43 MBDo you know what it's like to face ethnic and racial loneliness? Prasanta does. An Indian American immigrant who grew up in the South, Prasanta will unpack the exhausting effects of cultural isolation and marginalization. She believes our places of exile can become places of belonging. Don't miss her story on Chris Fabry Live. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Living with Hope
April 15, 2024 20:06 - 46 minutes - 43 MBHe was born into the Dinka Bor tribe in war-torn South Sudan. You'll meet Michael Panther, a man who lost the movement in his legs when he was a child. What God has done in his seemingly hopeless situation will encourage and inspire you. Hear his message of hope in the midst of great struggle and loss on Chris Fabry Live. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Women in the Word
April 12, 2024 20:07 - 46 minutes - 43 MBWhat are the benefits of having a women's home Bible study? How do you start one? You'll hear from two guests who believe in the power of studying the Bible together. Then, it's your turn. What happened in your life when you started or attended a Bible study in your home? Don't miss the encouragement and inspiration on Chris Fabry Live. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Parenting Teens with Hope
April 11, 2024 20:05 - 46 minutes - 43 MBAre you raising teenagers? Do you need a little help and a little hope? Maybe you're trying to prepare for the unique changes and challenges of adolescence. Or you might be right in the thick of the cultural and technological pressures. Melissa Kruger wants to encourage you to believe God is at work in the heart of your teenager—as well as your own. Don't miss Chris Fabry Live. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Picture Passion
April 10, 2024 20:09 - 46 minutes - 43 MBIs there something you're looking for from your childhood? A memento that you lost and want to find again? Chris Fabry needs your help because he's been looking for a picture, a framed art print that hung on the wall of his bedroom when he was a child. His big question is: Why is finding that picture so important? Is he the only one? Help Chris out during Chris Fabry Live. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Now and Not Yet
April 09, 2024 20:06 - 46 minutes - 43 MBDo you feel trapped where you are because you aren't where you want to be? Ruth Chou Simons says many of us are comparing our lives with others who are blooming. But you don't need to bloom in order to grow. God has placed you where you need to be. Period. Don't skip ahead to "the good part" and miss this important season. Hear the conversation on Chris Fabry Live. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Peace over Perfection
April 08, 2024 20:07 - 46 minutes - 43 MBIf you feel like you're never good enough for God—if you struggle with guilt and perfectionism, don't miss Chris Fabry Live. Faith Chang says many Christians strive to please God but are plagued with anxiety about making mistakes. We want to do God's will but live with a self-berating inner voice even as we seek to serve Him. If that's you, don't miss the conversation on Chris Fabry Live. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Your Eclipse Plans
April 05, 2024 20:43 - 47 minutes - 43.1 MBThere is a celestial event coming in a few days. Have you heard about it? The eclipse! There are reports that people around the country are traveling to see this sight. And hotel rooms are more expensive in these areas. What are you going to do on the day of the eclipse and why? What is the backstory of your interest in this event in the skies? Join us for Chris Fabry Live. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Grief Garden
April 04, 2024 20:11 - 46 minutes - 43 MBWe're going to a garden on Chris Fabry Live. It's a garden of grief. A few months ago, Ron and Nan Deal talked about the concept of the grief garden. They had been through the death of their son Connor a few years ago and this metaphor provided comfort, hope, and protection. You'll hear more about that and a fictional story based on the idea on the next Chris Fabry Live. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Experiencing God's Faithfulness Through Changes
April 03, 2024 20:05 - 46 minutes - 43 MBHas God ever called you to do something that felt terrifying? Author and Bible teacher Rachel Scott loves to help people navigate their God-given callings. But taking the leap into the unknown can bring fear and uncertainty. You hesitate to even take the first step. Learn from the people in the Bible who were asked to trust God in this way. Don't miss Chris Fabry Live. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Powerful Mealtime Connections
April 02, 2024 20:08 - 46 minutes - 43 MBWhen's the last time you gathered around the dinner table with those you love without distraction? Remember your last meaningful mealtime conversation? Pastor Ryan Rush will talk about the importance of these moments for relationships, quality of life, and going deeper in our walk with God. How do we restore the table? Let's talk about it on Chris Fabry Live. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
What Made You Look Up?
April 01, 2024 20:10 - 46 minutes - 43 MBChris is going to ask a simple question about your weekend. What did you see that warmed your heart, brought a tear to your eye or gave a little hope in a hard season? Hear what made Chris look up, and hear listener's stories! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Deep Theology of Redemption Poetry
March 29, 2024 20:00 - 47 minutes - 43.1 MBThe eternal, redemptive plan of God came to fruition 2,000 years ago. On a special Good Friday edition of Chris Fabry Live, author and emeritus professor of English at Wheaton College Dr. Leland Ryken will give us a literary guided tour of the poetry of redemption. Don’t miss the poems and Scripture that lead us into a deeper understanding of these events. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Contemplating the Garden of Gethsemane
March 28, 2024 20:06 - 46 minutes - 43 MBThursday on Chris Fabry Live, we’re going to the garden. All you need to sum up the anticipatory grief of Jesus is encapsulated in the word, “Gethsemane.” Nancy Guthrie and Heather Holdsworth will join Chris as they visit this difficult scene and see the Savior’s anguish, the disciples’ failure to stay awake, and the struggle of the garden. Don’t miss Thursday’s Chris Fabry Live. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Bible and Holy Week
March 27, 2024 20:06 - 46 minutes - 43 MBHe’s written about men’s issues, men’s struggles, finishing well, and leaving a legacy. On Chris Fabry Live, as we continue the celebration of the passion of Jesus, Robert Wolgemuth encourages men to read the Bible. He also talks about how the Scriptures bring life to our Holy Week preparation. Hear about the help and hope the Bible offers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Holy Week
March 27, 2024 18:38 - 46 minutes - 43 MBThat traveling troubadour of the soul, Michael Card, returns to talk about Passion Week, the last few days of the earthly ministry of Jesus. The Messiah poured out His life and expressed "hesed" to us. Michael defines that word as, "When the one who owes you nothing gives you everything." Let's talk about Jesus! Don't miss Michael Card on Chris Fabry Live. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Retirement of Dan Craig
March 25, 2024 20:16 - 45 minutes - 41.8 MBA man who has worked behind the scenes at Moody Radio for many years is retiring. His name is Dan Craig. Chris and Dan are going to rehearse some of the twists and turns, the circuitous route God has had him on that eventually led to Moody Radio. All of those experiences point to the goodness of God. Need some encouragement for your soul? Don't miss Chris Fabry Live. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Change, Anger, and Resolution
March 22, 2024 20:14 - 46 minutes - 43 MBHave you ever gone through a change that you didn't like and didn't ask for? A loss that's hard to deal with at work or in life in general? Hear a story from a radio colleague who wrote Chris and said, "For a long time I was mad at you." Learn how that anger worked for good and tell your story to encourage someone else. Don't miss Chris Fabry Live. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The 2 Michaels In-Studio
March 21, 2024 20:00 - 46 minutes - 43 MBIt’s a no-holds-barred, no-verses-verboten conversation with those boys of boys of the Bible, those men of the Moody Commentary, (they put the chat in eschatology), the Two Michaels, Dr. Michael Rydelnik and Dr. Michael Vanlaningham. In a rare-recorded-in-studio version of the program, you’ll hear questions about verse memorization, the questions the Michaels WISH they would hear—and more. Don’t miss the biblical fun on Chris Fabry Live. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Gift of Limitations
March 20, 2024 20:08 - 46 minutes - 43 MBWhat if your limitations—the things you feel are holding you back from being all you can be—what if those limits are a gift from God? Author and homeschooling mom of seven Sara Hagerty details the struggles she's had with the weakness and limits of her life. How do you find beauty in your boundaries? Don't miss the conversation on Chris Fabry Live. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Praying the Psalms
March 19, 2024 20:03 - 46 minutes - 43 MBDoes God listen when you talk with Him? Does He care about what you're feeling? Author and speaker Leslie Leyland Fields believes you can experience transformation when you pray the Psalms. How do you dialog with God no matter your pain, struggle, or doubt? What prayer exercises might help you engage more with Him? Don't miss the practical conversation on Chris Fabry Live. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Being a Godly Woman
March 18, 2024 20:08 - 46 minutes - 43 MBWhat are the dumbest things people tell women concerning how to be godly? That's a question author and speaker Elyse Fitzpatrick asked on social media—and the response was immediate and overwhelming. And she believes the weariness many women experience is a misunderstanding of what being a godly woman really means. Don't miss the encouragement, Monday on Chris Fabry Live. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Just Like That
March 15, 2024 20:00 - 43 minutes - 39.5 MBIt’s one of the most real and raw conversations we had in the last year. A famous singer won a Grammy for a song she wrote. In part of the lyrics, she talks about grace finding her. What were the lengths God went to in order to find you? How long did He circle your block? How long did He knock at your door before you let Him in? Don’t miss the encouragement on a best-of conversation on Chris Fabry Live. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Suffering and the Formation of Hope
March 14, 2024 20:00 - 47 minutes - 43.1 MBIn the middle of suffering, is it possible to live with hope instead of despair? Author and psychiatrist Dr. Curt Thompson shares how God can transform our lives from the inside out. He believes many are so focused on avoiding pain that we’ve never really learned how to suffer well. Don’t miss this message of hope, on Chris Fabry Live. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ben Fuller's Journey
March 13, 2024 20:00 - 37 minutes - 34 MBOn a best-of Chris Fabry Live, the music and heart of Ben Fuller. The story behind his music is filled with struggle, addiction, and grace. Ben’s life was spiraling because of drugs and alcohol and he decided to pursue a country music career. Someone invited him to church…and his life and music forever changed. Don’t miss the hopeful conversation with Ben Fuller on the next Chris Fabry Live. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dealing Hope
March 12, 2024 20:00 - 46 minutes - 43 MBCan God help you overcome a broken past? Bryan grew up in Houston and became a gang member and drug dealer. His life was out of control. But there were some men in Louisiana who saw something in him. They gave him a second chance. And several after that. Hear how Bryan came out of the darkness and into the light, on Chris Fabry Live. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
From Broken Boy to Mended Man
March 11, 2024 20:00 - 46 minutes - 43 MBHiding inside every man is a little boy. For some this kid is healthy and strong. For others he’s insecure. Afraid. And Angry. Coming up on Chris Fabry Live, author and speaker Patrick Morley addresses what he calls, “the fraternal order of broken boys”. These are men suffering silently from an unbroken cycle of childhood pain. Hear about the freedom available-- on Chris Fabry Live. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Forks in the Road
March 08, 2024 21:05 - 46 minutes - 42.9 MBTwo roads diverged in a yellow wood. Which road did you take? A listener recently wrote, "I am at a fork in the road regarding staying in my current job or turning in my notice." What was your fork in the road? That decision might not look as big now, but your story might encourage someone else. Forks in the road—don't miss Chris Fabry Live. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Sacredness of Secular Work
March 07, 2024 21:02 - 46 minutes - 43 MBIf you're not a pastor, a missionary, a full-time Christian worker—does your work matter? Jordan Raynor says most believers have a concept that says secular work is second rate to God. But after research and looking closely at Scripture, he says your secular work is sacred. Does your job matter for eternity—even when you're not sharing the Gospel? Don't miss Chris Fabry Live. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dealing with Gray Divorce
March 06, 2024 21:02 - 46 minutes - 43 MBOn the next Chris Fabry Live you'll hear a discussion of the topic of "gray divorce." A guest on the program received this message: 'My 66-year-old mom just told me she and my dad are divorcing. I'm in shock. They've been married 39 years. What are they thinking?' If you are asking that same question about your parents, or you are making a gray divorce decision, don't miss Chris Fabry Live. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
How to Memorize Scripture
March 05, 2024 21:04 - 46 minutes - 43 MBWhen's the last time you memorized a verse or a passage from the Bible? If you have given up on that—because you can't even remember names—don't miss Glenna Marshall. She has motivation, encouragement, and practical tips on how to hide God's Word in your heart so that you can meditate on it. Don't miss the biblical encouragement on Chris Fabry Live. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Inconvenient Parenting
March 04, 2024 21:03 - 46 minutes - 43 MBJust as Melissa was about to release her magnum opus into the world, the unthinkable happened. She and her family experienced a huge loss. You'll hear about that loss and how it informs what she's written about in the book Inconvenient Parenting. You want to train up your child in the way he or she should go, but how do you do that? How do you encourage your child's uniqueness, creativity, and joy? Hear Melissa Hannigan's story on Chris Fabry Live. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy in...
Valuing Others
March 01, 2024 21:14 - 46 minutes - 43 MBWhen did someone value you enough to give you time, attention, words? You'll hear the story of a man who called a radio program 30 years ago and the impact that conversation had on him. Then, it's your turn to talk about the person who made you feel like you were the only person in the room. Have a story like that? Share it with us on Chris Fabry Live. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Raising Kids with Biblical Character
February 29, 2024 21:05 - 46 minutes - 43 MBWant to change the culture? Dr. Kathy Koch says you can do that if you'll raise children to embrace biblical character. We will talk about the problem of prioritizing behavior modification over instilling character. Why is that so important and how do you do it? Have you intentionally decided to parent differently? Don't miss Chris Fabry Live. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dearly Beloved
February 28, 2024 21:16 - 46 minutes - 43 MBWe are living in a world that is increasingly isolated, fractured, and lonely. And the church can feel the same. Author and pastor Vermon Pierre says when you are dearly loved by God, you can love Him and others from the overflow. But how do you do that when you're in the middle of a church split? Don’t miss Chris Fabry Live. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ethics at the Edges of Life
February 27, 2024 21:02 - 46 minutes - 43 MBAre you struggling with making a beginning of life or end of life medical decision? Bioethicist and Senior Fellow at The Center for Bioethics and Human Dignity Dr. John Kilner will join us. He'll help us think through what he calls, "ethics at the edges of life." Don't miss the practical help for difficult issues on Chris Fabry Live. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A Radically Transformed Marriage
February 26, 2024 21:06 - 46 minutes - 43 MBTim and Kathy had a rocky marriage, full of struggle, conflict, even infidelity. Something happened to Tim and Kathy that transformed their marriage and their lives. If you're going through a difficult marriage, if there are dark secrets you've kept from each other, hear about the healing and hope available through God's power. Don't miss the story on Chris Fabry Live. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A Friday Conversation
February 23, 2024 21:02 - 46 minutes - 43 MBDon't miss Friday's Chris Fabry Live! You will hear a conversation that will encourage you and get to know other listeners better. Chris might toss out a question that leads you to some good place of the heart. He could have a guest who will bring some interesting perspective on life. And, of course, there's always the Fabulous Fabry Friday Sigh. Join Chris on his next excursion of the soul, and the daily get-together at the Radio Backyard Fence. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy info...
The Legacy of Mary McLeod Bethune
February 22, 2024 21:00 - 47 minutes - 43.1 MBIf you’ve ever been rejected, you won’t want to miss Chris Fabry Live. In a best-of broadcast, two guests will discuss the life, ministry, and legacy of Mary McLeod Bethune. She was a graduate of Moody Bible Institute, an educator, stateswoman, and Civil Rights leader. Don’t miss the encouragement from the life of this amazing woman today on Chris Fabry Live. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Overcoming Father Wounds
February 21, 2024 21:00 - 47 minutes - 43.1 MBIf you’ve been hurt by your father, don’t miss this episode of Chris Fabry Live. Did he neglect you, reject you or abandon you? Maybe he was just indifferent. Kia Stephens joins us on a best-of broadcast to tell her story of the fallout of that broken trust in her life. It can deeply affect your relationship with God. How do you overcome your father wounds? Don’t miss Chris Fabry Live. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Kindness of God
February 20, 2024 21:02 - 46 minutes - 43 MBYou see an awful lot of incivility and conflict in today's world. Road rage, rancor in politics, even in the church. Pastor and author Nate Pickowicz believes what we need most is an infusion of God's kindness and compassion. If you're overwhelmed with your circumstances, what might happen if you lean into the kindness of God? Find out on Chris Fabry Live. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Moral Vision
February 19, 2024 21:00 - 47 minutes - 43.1 MBAs we celebrate Presidents Day, we’ll take a look at some people from history with author and journalist, Dr. Marvin Olasky. What were the struggles of leaders of the past and how did they overcome them? You’ll hear about Washington, Jefferson, Jackson, and Lincoln as well as others who influenced these leaders. Don’t miss a conversation with Dr. Marvin Olasky, Monday on Chris Fabry Live. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Ninety and Nine
February 16, 2024 21:14 - 43 minutes - 39.8 MBYou wandered away. And the Good Shepherd went looking for you. Who did God use to rescue you from the direction you were headed? How did He bring you back into the fold? There's a famous song with a great story behind it that goes back to the days of D.L. Moody. We'll talk about that and then hear your story. Don't miss the encouragement on Chris Fabry Live. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
If It Weren't for Jesus...
February 16, 2024 19:31 - 46 minutes - 43 MBYou get to finish a really important sentence on Chris Fabry Live. It starts with only 5 words: "If it weren't for Jesus…." What would you put in the blank after those words? What has happened in your life, what struggles have you been carried through, what paths have been straightened all because of the power of the risen Jesus? "If it weren't for Jesus…." Tell your story on Chris Fabry Live. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Bible Q & A: February 2024
February 15, 2024 21:02 - 46 minutes - 43 MBHave a question about the Bible? Then don't miss Chris Fabry Live because they are back, those biblical troubadours are returning. The boys of the Bible, they put the "men" in commentary, they put the "dance" in abundance, the two Michaels will be in the house, Dr. Michael Rydelnik and Dr. Michael Vanlaningham. If you have a scriptural conundrum call the Two Michaels and don't miss the biblical fun on Chris Fabry Live. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Missing Your Valentine
February 14, 2024 21:19 - 46 minutes - 43 MBIf you haven't heard, Wednesday is Valentine's Day. Flowers and chocolate and love and hearts. But on Chris Fabry Live, you're going to hear from a man named Mark who lost the love of his life ten years ago. In fact, she was a guest on Chris Fabry Live shortly before she died. How do you get through February 14 when your Valentine is no longer with you? Talk about it with us. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Voices of Wisdom: Janette Oke
February 12, 2024 21:04 - 46 minutes - 43 MBWe're missing something. We're not taking advantage of the wisdom and life experience of the generation ahead of us. So, we begin a series of conversations with believers who are a little further down the trail—who have walked with God through ups and downs and will share their wisdom. Our first guest—bestselling author Janette Oke. Don't miss our first Voices of Wisdom conversation on Chris Fabry Live. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Strengthening Marriages
February 09, 2024 23:14 - 46 minutes - 43 MBDid you know we're in the middle of National Marriage Week? We'll celebrate with author and speaker Arlene Pellicane. The theme for 2024 is, "Love Beyond Words." So, how has your spouse exhibited love to you recently that went beyond words? How do you know you have a healthy marriage? And how has technology impacted husbands and wives? Let's talk about it on Chris Fabry Live. National Marriage Week Care Net See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Using the Arts in Missions
February 08, 2024 22:17 - 47 minutes - 43.1 MBThis week is missions conference at Moody Bible Institute, and you're going to hear from three guests who'll talk about everything from Bible translation to ethnomusicology, as well as the role of the arts in mission work in Africa, Russia, and beyond. How do they see God on the move around the world and how can we be part of His work? Let's talk about it on Chris Fabry Live. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
How a Death Transforms Us
February 07, 2024 21:14 - 46 minutes - 43 MBWhitney began a long season of anticipatory grief when her mother was diagnosed with terminal cancer. But Whitney was not ready to say goodbye. If you're experiencing the lonely season of suffering and loss, don't miss the truth Whitney discovered through this process. Death can teach us how to live. Don't miss Chris Fabry Live. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.