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12/1 COMPLICATED CONVERSATIONS
Does the thought of having a spiritual conversation with someone seem too complicated? FRED WEST says sharing with people is easier than you might think. God has used Fred to reach people in a very simple way. 
12/2 SING YOUR PRAYER
Have you ever realized that a song can be a prayer? That’s what MATT REDMAN has in mind as he writes songs. For Matt, music is worship in its purest form. 
12/3 UNLIKELY CANDIDATE
LEE STROBEL didn’t believe in God or anything to do with faith. But all that changed when he investigated the evidence for Christianity for himself. Now Lee was an unlikely person to become a follower of Jesus. 
12/4 CASUAL ENCOUNTERS
Casual conversations, especially during the Christmas season, can be life-changing encounters. Ynez was on a flight to Orlando. She had been “turned off” by her church and felt like Christians were negative. 
12/7 PEOPLE WANT TO HEAR
Did you know that God can use your life story to reach people for Him? ROB PEABODY has found that as he forms relationships, people want to hear his story. 
12/8 UNCONDITIONAL LOVE
God loves us and cares for us, no matter what! For MARALEE McKEE that was a hard truth to grasp because of experiences in her childhood. 
12/9 CREATIVE CREATION
You may not think of yourself as creative, but you've been made in the image of your Creator. So how can that truth impact your prayers? KELLY O'DELL STANLEY describes her upside-down prayer life. 
12/10 BOLDNESS
Boldness …. It’s a great attribute to have when it comes to sharing Christ! And JUDY SALISBURY boldly shares her story. 
12/11 SEASON'S MEETINGS
Do you desire to connect with your neighbors during this Christmas season, but don’t know where to start? ALAN NAGEL explains how he and his wife built relationships in their neighborhood. 
12/14 WHY???
PETER CHIN's wife had been diagnosed with cancer. They were expecting their third child and it was a real possibility that he would lose one or the other, or both. But he gained a new understanding of God’s goodness—despite trying to understand “why.” 
12/15 RELATABLE STORIES
A story can speak powerfully to us - whether it’s a story Jesus told, or a well-written novel. EVA MARIE EVERSON reminds us that Jesus told simple, down-to-earth stories. 
12/16 UNDAUNTED
Do some tasks in life seem absolutely daunting? CHRISTINE CAINE helps us understand how to accept God’s call on our lives. 
12/17 LIFE JOURNEY
For MARY DeMUTH, God took her on a healing journey … from a turbulent past to a brighter future. 
12/18 RN FOR GOD
For SUSIE JENNINGS, God really opened her eyes to some very specific needs around her. But it ultimately took a big change in her thinking pattern for her to follow after His lead to reach out and help people. Susie says prayer is a great place to begin in changing hearts and lives. 
12/21 GIANTS IN OUR LIVES
Are you facing circumstances in life that seem gigantic? The story of David and Goliath is a favorite of Dr. MIKE RAKES. He gives us some ammunition that will help us defeat the giants in our lives. 
12/22 EVANGELISTIC PRAYER
How can we pray more effectively for people to know Christ? Cru’s ANDREA BUCZNSKI offers us three suggestions. 
12/23 NOTHING IS IMPOSSIBLE
You know, for God, nothing is impossible. STEVE DOUGLASS gives some biblical examples and reminds us of how God can work in our life situations this Christmas. 
12/24 HAPPY HUGS
Sometimes a longing for the good things in life can distract us from the best. NICK VUJICIC (Voy-jich) was born with no arms or legs, and yet his life dramatically displays the source of his happiness. 
12/25 FEAR NOT
One of the memorable elements of the Christmas story is the angel’s command to “Fear not!” Embracing faith instead of fear is a constant challenge in the Christian's walk. CRAWFORD LORITTS identifies with that struggle. 
12/28 MAKING A DIFFERENCE
Ever thought about the way you live your life … and the influence you can have on the people around you? KYLE IDLEMAN explains the difference your life can really make. 
12/29 TOXIC UNFORGIVENESS
Choosing to forgive, just as Christ forgives, really does open the door to freedom! But unforgiveness can be toxic. DEBORAH PEGUES (Pea-Gay) describes how unforgiveness can hinder your prayers. 
12/30 DIRECTION
Gaining an understanding of God’s will and direction for your life can take some time, can’t it? LOUIE GIGLIO gives us a simple shortcut in discovering God’s plan for our lives. 
12/31 THE RESET BUTTON
Do you ever wish you could hit the reset button on your life? And NICK HALL says that you can. This idea can also appeal to those who do not know Christ. |
12/1 UNDAUNTED
Do some tasks in life seem absolutely daunting? CHRISTINE CAINE helps us understand how to accept God’s call on our lives. 
12/2 HIS TIME & PLACE
You know, we’re living in some pretty interesting times. But how can we show God’s love and be a Light to people in the process of everyday life? DAVID PLATT gives us his thoughts. 
12/3 WORSHIP & PRAYER
Worship and prayer... musician MATT GILMAN says they go hand in hand. He discusses the power of worshiping God, coming together in community. 
12/4 ANSWERS
Sometimes we’re asked spiritual questions that are difficult to answer. DANIEL DARLING talks about ways we can respond. 
12/7 SHARING
Sharing your story is a great way to meet people, build relationships … and to share Christ. CRAIG VON BUSECK is our guest. 
12/9 IMPRINT
Leaving an imprint on people’s lives… for Christ! Basketball executive PAT WILLIAMS says your words and actions make a lasting difference. 
12/10 THEE PROMISE KEEPER
When sorrow shows up in our lives, the promises of God’s Word still ring true. Singer NATHAN TASKER tells us his story. 
12/11 LIFE CHANGE
It really is all about changed lives through Christ! Musician JASON GRAY tells how music can make a difference in a person's life. 
12/14 HELPING
It's a privilege to help people come to know Christ! PAT MORLEY has experienced this many times… and he says a key aspect to that is caring. 
12/15 LEGACY
It’s amazing the lasting legacy God can bring about… through family and the results that can come... even years down the road. Film Producer STEPHEN KENDRICK explains. 
12/16 STEPPING OUT
Sometimes circumstances can force us to step out in faith. SHANE STANFORD shares an historic example of that. 
12/17 FAITH
Taking a leap of faith... That means different things to different people. LISA HARPER talks about her leap of faith. 
12/18 GOD IS FAITHFUL
JEFF PETHERICK has learned that God is totally faithful to His promises. And it took some tough economic times threatening the survival of his business to open his eyes. 
12/21 FAMILY DIFFERENCE
Deeply religious but spiritually bankrupt. That was LAURIE BENGOCHEA (shown w/Debbie McGoldrick). She says everything changed for her family after she got connected to other believers. 
12/22 LIGHT OF THE WORLD
Jesus Christ came to earth as an incredible gift to each of us. Host STEVE DOUGLASS shares a special message about that most joyful news! 
12/23 UNCONDITIONAL LOVE
God loves us and cares for us, no matter what! For MARALEE McKEE that was a hard truth to grasp because of experiences in her childhood. 
12/24 SHARING
Personal testimonies can be life-changing for the people who hear them. MATTHEW WEST gives his perspective. 
12/25 EARLIEST MEMORIES
Prayer … for musician JASON BARE, it’s one of his earliest memories. He talks about the dramatic impact his father’s prayers had on his life. 
12/28 CONSISTENT PRAYER
Prayer … anytime, anywhere and for anything God can work through it. And maintaining that conversation with God is important. ADAM STADTMILLER talks about prayer. 
12/29 READY & AVAILABLE
You just never know when or where God might give you an opportunity to share Him with someone.NANCY WILSON tells how God led her to speak with a man at a gas station. 
12/30 ETERNAL RESOLUTIONS
Is Christ part of your New Year’s resolution list? A listener recognizes that they haven’t reached out to their neighbors very well. STEVE DOUGLASS helps us begin some spiritually healthy habits. 
12/31 THE RESET BUTTON
Do you ever wish you could hit the reset button on your life? And NICK HALL says that you can. This idea can also appeal to those who do not know Christ. |
