Chris Fabry Live
861 episodes - English - Latest episode: 7 days 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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Single at Christmas
December 04, 2023 21:22 - 46 minutes - 43 MBIt's beginning to look a lot like Christmas! Especially for singles. All the romantic holiday movies, all of the events in church for couples and families. How do you survive the holidays as a single person? From the Boundless Show, author and speaker Lisa Anderson will tackle all things single. Don't miss the encouragement on Chris Fabry Live. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Broken Jesus
December 01, 2023 21:10 - 46 minutes - 43 MBDon't miss a new Christmas story about a little girl who broke the baby Jesus. Her grandparents gave strict instructions. She could touch the animals in the stable, but not the baby in the manger. You'll hear what happened to her—as well as Sarah's real-life story of the lighting of the Christmas candle. Don't miss the fun as December begins on Chris Fabry Live. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
What Propels You
November 30, 2023 21:05 - 46 minutes - 43 MBOn the last day of November you are going to get to know your neighbor at the Radio Backyard Fence. Chris Fabry wants to know what makes you excited about life. When your eyes open in the morning, what gets you up with vim, vigor and vitality and propels you into the day? Is it something about the work you do? Is it a daily task you look forward to? What made you excited about waking up today? Hear the conversation on Chris Fabry Live. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Lies Boys Believe
November 29, 2023 21:11 - 46 minutes - 43 MBIf you're raising a boy, don't miss Chris Fabry Live. Erin and Jason Davis will talk about the lies boys believe—such as, "Loving God is for girls," and "I can't control my temper." Those lies are powerful, but God's truth is stronger. How do you help a son identify the lies and replace them with Truth? Don't miss "Lies boys believe" on Chris Fabry Live. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Caring for Loved Ones with Alzheimer's and Dementia
November 28, 2023 21:10 - 46 minutes - 43 MBNovember is Alzheimer's Awareness Month and you'll meet a man who has been acquainted with that disease. Dr. Ed Shaw is the founder and director of a Memory Counseling Program in North Carolina. His wife, Rebecca, was diagnosed with early onset Alzheimer's in 2008. If you are walking this trail or know someone who is, don't miss Chris Fabry Live. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Rooting Out Envy
November 27, 2023 21:20 - 46 minutes - 43 MBIt's a problem you may not know you have. Pastor, author, and radio host Dr. Mike Fabarez says it's often undetected in your life. But it's insidious, pervasive, corrosive, and if you knew the damage it was causing, you'd do everything possible to root it out. What is it? And how can you eradicate it from your life? Find out on Chris Fabry Live. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
All My Knotted-Up Life
November 24, 2023 21:00 - 47 minutes - 43.1 MBShe grew up along the river in Arkadelphia, Arkansas. And she's come a long way since then. Friday, hear a "Best of" conversation with author, speaker, wife, mom, and now grandmother, Beth Moore. Hear more about her growing up years and the pain and abuse she experienced, what she calls her knotted-up life. Don't miss Beth Moore on Friday's Chris Fabry Live. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In Everything Give Thanks
November 23, 2023 21:00 - 47 minutes - 43.1 MBIn everything give thanks. That's a biblical command. But what does that look like for your life today? On a Thanksgiving Day edition of Chris Fabry Live, you'll hear a "Best of" conversation as listeners share their thoughts on giving thanks in everything. Plus, Dr. Gary Chapman and Dr. Erwin Lutzer are part of the fun! What is your "everything?" Don't miss it, Thanksgiving Day on Chris Fabry Live. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Having Thankful Hearts
November 22, 2023 21:00 - 47 minutes - 43.1 MBGiving thanks is not a one-and-done proposition. It's a yearlong, daily practice. Author, emeritus professor of English at Wheaton College, and literary editor of the ESV Bible Dr. Leland Ryken returns with a treasury of Thanksgiving. Hear biblical texts, hymns, poems, and other writings that lead us into true Thanksgiving to God. Don’t miss Wednesday's Chris Fabry Live. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Practice of the Presence of Jesus
November 21, 2023 21:00 - 46 minutes - 43 MBShe is a bright light in the world today, a treasure for all of us—hear the heart and voice of Joni Eareckson Tada. She's been through some health struggles in the last few months and years, and she's back to talk about how the presence of Jesus makes all the difference when you're going through suffering. Hear Joni's encouragement for your Thanksgiving celebration, too—Tuesday on Chris Fabry Live. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Where Is God When You Need Him Most?
November 20, 2023 21:38 - 46 minutes - 43 MBDo you believe God is all knowing? Is He all powerful? If you said yes, what about ever-present? Author and speaker Susie Larson says it's that attribute of God we often question. Is He near us? She says God is intimately involved with every nuance of our lives—He is closer than your next breath. Hear the encouragement for your soul on Chris Fabry Live. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Best Thing You Could've Done
November 17, 2023 21:21 - 46 minutes - 43 MBIt was the best thing you could have done. That's what we'll talk about on Chris Fabry Live. A listener said she and her husband had a rule as her children were growing up. Her kids didn't love the rule, but they tolerated it. A few years ago her grown son said, "Mom, that was the best thing you could have done for us." What's the best thing your parents did for you? Let's talk about it on Chris Fabry Live. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Responding to Deconstruction
November 16, 2023 21:31 - 46 minutes - 43 MBA movement called 'deconstruction' is sweeping through churches and affecting people you love. It has disrupted, dismantled, and destroyed the faith of many. Author and speaker Alisa Childers tackles this important topic. Maybe you know someone who's going through this deconstruction—or you have doubts about your faith. What are wise and loving ways to respond? Don't miss Chris Fabry Live. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Things They Didn't Do
November 15, 2023 21:14 - 46 minutes - 43 MBThink about Rhoda in the New Testament. Remember what she didn't do? What are you glad people didn't do in the Bible? Rhoda didn't open the door for Peter. And there were insights that came from that little detail in the story. Old Testament or New, what are you glad didn't happen? Don't miss "The things they didn't do" on Chris Fabry Live. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Go Home for Dinner
November 14, 2023 21:41 - 46 minutes - 43 MBOur culture says you can have it all. But having it all comes with a price, especially for families of busy parents. After decades of service as Governor, in the House of Representatives, and then as Vice President, Mike Pence found a way to balance his work and family. His advice is simply four words: Go Home For Dinner. Hear Mike and his daughter Charlotte on Chris Fabry Live. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Beyond Our Control
November 13, 2023 21:11 - 46 minutes - 43 MBYou've faced situations in life that were out of your control. How did you deal with those? Lauren and Michael McAfee describe a devastating event in their marriage and their discovery that control is an illusion. They realized that embracing God's plan can lead to a greater intimacy with him and a transformed perspective on the present and the future. When life gets "beyond our control," Monday on Chris Fabry Live. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A Fierce Love
November 10, 2023 21:52 - 46 minutes - 42.8 MBWhen you hear the word "Alzheimer's," who comes to mind? November is Alzheimer's Awareness Month, and there are people living in the shadows of that disease—those diagnosed and caregivers who feel alone and exhausted. What have you learned about God's grace from the Alzheimer's journey you've experienced? Let's talk about it on Chris Fabry Live. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Reair: Your Middle School Identity
November 09, 2023 21:00 - 47 minutes - 43.1 MBRemember when Forrest Gump got on the bus and all the kids said, "Seat’s taken"? On a "Best of Chris Fabry Live," author and professor Dr. Heather Holleman has taken all the feelings of 7th Grade—class schedules, locker combinations, and struggling to fit in—and she's written a novel titled This Seat's Saved. Have a child in Middle School? Have some lingering hurts from that season? Don't miss Chris Fabry Live. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
God Speaks Science
November 07, 2023 21:55 - 46 minutes - 43 MBThe heavens declare God's glory. But His creative genius is everywhere you look. So says author, pastor, and non-scientist John Van Sloten. How does God speak through supernovas, songbirds, and the Swiss Alps? What is He saying about us and Himself as we look at human DNA? We were made to wonder, to marvel at God's creativity. And you'll do that during Chris Fabry Live. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Grieving the Loss of a Child
November 06, 2023 22:01 - 46 minutes - 43 MBHe was a successful Country music artist with award-winning, platinum-selling albums. But on a June day in 2019, his life changed forever. Granger Smith tells the story of the tragic death of his son, River, and what that loss did to him and his family. Don't miss his moving story of finding faith on Chris Fabry Live. Care Net See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Bible Q & A: November 2023
November 03, 2023 22:36 - 46 minutes - 42.7 MBIt’s going to be a great Friday on Chris Fabry Live because those boys of the Bible, the men of the Moody Commentary, they put the "ember" in November, the Two Michaels are back. New Testament, Old Testament—if you have a vexing question, those caped crusaders of biblical truth will tackle it. You'll laugh, you'll sigh, and you'll learn about the Bible—what could be better? Don't miss the Two Michaels on Chris Fabry Live. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
When a Friendship Falls Apart
November 03, 2023 01:51 - 46 minutes - 43 MBFriends are friends forever, right? But what happens when close friends have a falling out? Author Elizabeth Laing Thompson helps us process the faltering, fractured, and failed friendships we experience in life. How do you guard against the poison of bitterness as you process your loss? How do you seek reconciliation? If your friendship has fallen apart, don't miss Chris Fabry Live. Care Net See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Out of the Shadow World
November 01, 2023 22:34 - 46 minutes - 42.3 MBWhen last we spoke with her, the diagnosis was dire. But Wednesday on Chris Fabry Live, you will hear again from author and speaker Colleen Chao. She's actually written a story about a ten-year-old who doesn't know if he'll reach his eleventh birthday. How has this fantasy novel helped her deal with the questions of her own mortality? Don't miss the encouragement on Chris Fabry Live. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Good Baggage
October 31, 2023 21:40 - 46 minutes - 43 MBHave any baggage from your childhood? Pastor Ike Miller says baggage has gotten a bad rap. He wants to show you the good those childhood hurts and hangups have provided. The intentionality you've developed. The empathy you've gained. The trust you value so highly. Let's talk about "good baggage" on Chris Fabry Live. Pray for Israel website and resources Care Net See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Great Dechurching
October 30, 2023 21:31 - 46 minutes - 43 MBWe are currently experiencing the largest and fastest religious shift in U.S. history. Greater than happened during the First and Second Great Awakenings combined. On the next Chris Fabry Live, Michael Graham and Jim Davis detail who's leaving, why they're going, and what it will take to bring them back. Don't miss the important conversation about the "great de-churching." Pray for Israel website and resources Care Net See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Power of Presence
October 27, 2023 21:59 - 46 minutes - 43 MBTell me a story of someone who gave you a special gift. We're going to hear snapshots of the power of presence. When someone was physically there for you and you looked them in the eye and they put a hand on your shoulder. What was the situation you were in when you were given that gift of someone's presence? Let's talk about it on Chris Fabry Live. Book mentioned: Just Show Up Pray for Israel website and resources Care Net See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sexual Temptation and Shame
October 26, 2023 21:53 - 46 minutes - 43 MBIf you struggle with sexual temptation and shame, join us for Chris Fabry Live. Dr. Lina AbuJamra will talk about that struggle and how the Church can give better support in these challenging days. If you're weary from the battle inside and you long to be free, let's talk about the hidden secrets that are hard to discuss. Don't miss Dr. Lina on Chris Fabry Live. Pray for Israel website and resources Care Net See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Small Acts of Faithfulness
October 25, 2023 22:20 - 46 minutes - 43 MBYour greatest ability…is your availability. Do you believe that? Our guest wants to give you these three words of encouragement: Just Show Up! God doesn't expect you to do everything on your own. Simply showing up is often the most important, powerful thing you can do. Don't miss the conversation on Chris Fabry Live. Pray for Israel website and resources Care Net See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Called into Questions
October 24, 2023 21:33 - 46 minutes - 43 MBDo questions about your faith scare you? Matthew Lee Anderson says you don't have to fear questions as a Christian. In fact, part of the exercise of our faith is to question well. You don't close your eyes to the uncertainty you feel, you embrace a faith that helps you see. If you're concerned about our current age of deconstruction, don't miss the encouragement on Chris Fabry Live. Pray for Israel website and resources Care Net See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A Conversation with Kay Arthur
October 23, 2023 21:53 - 47 minutes - 43.1 MBFor decades, Kay Arthur has taught women how to study the Bible inductively. Monday on Chris Fabry Live, Kay talks about her love of the Bible, the work of Precept Ministries, and the way God has worked in and through her. She has a new hurdle in life called Parkinson's. Hear Kay and her son David talk about that development and God's faithfulness and mercy. Pray for Israel website and resources Care Net See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
I Never Thought I Would...
October 20, 2023 21:32 - 46 minutes - 43 MBIt's finish-the-sentence Friday. Complete this sentence: I never thought I would [blank]. The other day Chris did something that was not even in the realm of possibility. It wasn't on his radar. And then it happened. Maybe it's something good that happened to you. You never thought you would give the gospel to your co-worker. Don't miss the fun on the next Chris Fabry Live. Pray for Israel website and resources Founder's Week Care Net See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hope from the Psalms
October 19, 2023 21:34 - 46 minutes - 43 MBThe Psalms were a balm to Heather's heart. After a series of losses in her life, she turned to the Psalms and began writing and drawing. We'll talk about the landscape of hope that scriptures provide. Sometimes these familiar passages can become too familiar because we've encountered them so often. Don't miss the soul-strengthening encouragement on the next Chris Fabry Live. Pray for Israel website and resources FOUNDER'S WEEK CARE NET See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Martin and His Friends
October 18, 2023 21:28 - 46 minutes - 42.9 MBOn the next Chris Fabry Live, you will meet Martin and his friends. Martin is from a small village in western Kenya. His father died when he was young, so he knows what it's like to live in poverty. He actually studied at Moody Bible Institute—and that's where his friends come in. You'll hear about the power of friendship, the power of the Gospel, and the ministry Martin has begun. Don't miss the encouragement on Chris Fabry Live. Pray for Israel website and resources Founder's Week Care ...
Finding Grace
October 17, 2023 21:58 - 46 minutes - 43 MBHear a true story about what God can do with a willing heart and a wagging tail. Larry had been through some devastating personal losses. While he was praying one morning, he felt the nudge to consider starting a therapy dog ministry. And that's when Grace showed up. Don't miss the heartwarming story on the next Chris Fabry Live. Pray for Israel website and resources Care Net See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
When You Don't Know How to Pray
October 16, 2023 21:36 - 46 minutes - 43 MBWhat do you pray when you don't know what or how to pray? The Bible says the Spirit intercedes for us in prayer with groanings too deep for words. But when events in your life overwhelm you, how do you go to the Lord in prayer? Whether it's what's happening in Israel or things in your personal life, we need to pray. Dr. John Koessler helps us process how to pray when we don't know what to pray. Don't miss Chris Fabry Live. Pray for Israel website and resources Care Net See omnystudio.com/...
Perspectives on Israel
October 13, 2023 22:08 - 46 minutes - 43 MBThe news from Israel changes every moment, it seems, but the pain and heartache continues. Friday on Chris Fabry Live, you'll hear voices of those in the middle of the struggle, as well as those who are watching events unfold from a distance who feel their hearts are being torn in two. Keep praying for Israel, for the hostages, for peace in Jerusalem, and join us as we process these events together on Chris Fabry Live. Pray for Israel website and resources Care Net See omnystudio.com/list...
Organizing Your Life
October 12, 2023 20:31 - 46 minutes - 43 MBDana's house was a mess. And she had tried all the programs and apps. She wondered, "Can I have a house that stays under control without color-coding my sock drawer?" Dana White returns with the answers she found about organizing and clutter cleanup. What are the do-able, sustainable strategies for cleaning your messy home or office? Don't miss the conversation on Chris Fabry Live. Care Net See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Memorizing Scripture
October 11, 2023 22:37 - 46 minutes - 43 MBWhen's the last time you memorized a verse of Scripture? Glenna Marshall wants to help you reclaim the art of Scripture memorization. With all of our apps and websites, it can feel unnecessary to memorize. All you have to do is a quick search online, right? But storing God's Word in your heart does something more than just give a catalog of verses. Let's talk about it on Chris Fabry Live. Care Net See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Get Past Your Past
October 10, 2023 22:01 - 46 minutes - 43 MBYour brokenness is not the end of your story. If you can't get past your past, there's healing available. Jason VanRuler says he spent years letting his past run the show. But facing the broken places made all the difference. How do you accept what happened in the rearview and move forward? Is that possible? Get past your past—listen Tuesday to Chris Fabry Live. Care Net See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Bible Q & A: Praying for Israel
October 09, 2023 21:48 - 46 minutes - 43 MBIsrael was attacked on Saturday morning. In lieu of our normal Bible Q & A, we spend time hearing what is happening in the Holy Land from Avner Boskey, who lives in the Beersheva region of Israel, and praying with the two Michaels. Don't miss this important conversation with the Two Michaels on the next Chris Fabry Live! Care Net Chosen People Ministries' Israel War Relief See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
What I Absolutely Love
October 06, 2023 20:15 - 47 minutes - 43.1 MBFour words from a listener sparked the idea for Friday’s Chris Fabry Live. In the middle of an email, Judy from Grand Rapids said these four words: What I Absolutely Love. For her, at work, she loves meeting and talking with people from all walks of life. What about you? What is it you absolutely love—at work, at home, in your leisure time? Hear a "Best of" broadcast on the next Chris Fabry Live. Care Net See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Gospel Invitation
October 04, 2023 20:06 - 47 minutes - 43.1 MBIn May, we asked, "Where have the gospel invitations gone?" For various reasons, some churches and leaders have chosen not to publicly call for unbelievers to put their faith in Christ. Does that public call still matter? Instead of a guest answering that question, we asked you to describe the Gospel invitation you responded to. Hear a "Best of" broadcast on the next Chris Fabry Live. Care Net See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
God Never Gives Up on You
October 03, 2023 20:14 - 46 minutes - 43.1 MBMax is back! It's that bestselling author who loves to inspire, Max Lucado. He has an interesting perspective on an often overlooked biblical character. If you've ever wondered if you've stumbled too many times for God to use you, look at the life of Jacob. Max says God wants to pour out His unending, unbending, unswerving love on your life. Don't miss Chris Fabry Live. Care Net See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A Conversation with Philip Yancey
October 02, 2023 21:35 - 46 minutes - 43 MBOn our next Chris Fabry Live, you'll hear from award-winning author and speaker, recipient of the Pinnacle Award from the Evangelical Christian Publishers Association, Philip Yancey. He's written some life-changing books—What’s So Amazing About Grace, Disappointment with God—but in the last few months his own life has changed dramatically. Don't miss a conversation with Philip Yancey on Chris Fabry Live. Care Net See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
God on the Move
September 29, 2023 22:01 - 44 minutes - 40.6 MBGod is on the move. Even when you can't see it, He is working. Do you believe that? We want you to give the evidence of God moving in your life. Is there something He's doing to draw you closer to Himself? Is there some bad circumstance He's using for good? Is He working in your family, your church, your neighborhood? Let's talk about God on the move on Chris Fabry Live. Care Net See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Lasting Hope for Lingering Health Issues
September 28, 2023 21:42 - 46 minutes - 43 MBHave you experienced the heartache of waiting for healing from lingering health issues? Has illness kept you from living the life you wish you had? Andrea Herzer has been there. She's lived with chronic health struggles for more than 20 years. She says it's possible to live an abundant life in the middle of a long illness. Don't miss Chris Fabry Live. Care Net See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Choosing Your Words
September 27, 2023 20:30 - 46 minutes - 43 MBEver said something you wish you could take back? Something you thought would be helpful but actually hurt the other person? On the next Chris Fabry Live, you'll hear Modern Farmhouse Family's Sarah Molitor. She wants to help us use our words to create grace-filled positive relationships instead of fostering conflict and hurt feelings—especially with close friends and family. Don't miss Chris Fabry Live. Care Net See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Growing Your Appetite for the Bible
September 26, 2023 21:35 - 46 minutes - 43 MBEver heard someone talk about how much they got out of their Bible study that morning—and you wonder, what’s wrong with me? Author and speaker Kristen Wetherell has eight encouragements to grow your appetite for God's Word. This is a conversation if you're frustrated about your lack of desire to read the Bible. Get help for your hungry soul on Chris Fabry Live. Care Net See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Live with Chosen Road
September 25, 2023 22:08 - 46 minutes - 43 MBIt’s a musical Monday on Chris Fabry Live as we welcome back that chart-topping bluegrass Gospel group Chosen Road. We’ll talk about the power of this style of music which springs from their Appalachian roots. Their new album is titled It Never Gets Old. You have to hear the new hymn they feature, "Awake My Soul," and the song that comes from Karen's life and sacrifice. Don't miss the musical encouragement on Chris Fabry Live. Care Net See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Growing Older Well
September 22, 2023 21:50 - 46 minutes - 43 MBMichael Card brought up a really good question last week on Chris Fabry Live. How do you grow older with grace? And who will teach you those lessons? Friday, you’ll have a chance to answer that question. The person for Chris was Elsie Young. Remember Elsie? You’ll hear some of her pearls of wisdom. Then tell him who has taught you something important about growing older. Don't miss it on Chris Fabry Live. Care Net Fall Feasts of Israel Event in Indianapolis See omnystudio.com/listener for...