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5/1 Valuable Time
Time is so very valuable. And by being generous with your time, people will know that you care about them. On today’s Making Your Life Count, Linda Znachko talks about the importance of caring for people. 5/2 Prayer Importance
Musician Jason Roy strongly believes that prayer plays a powerful role in our daily lives. Today on Making Your Life Count, Jason discusses its importance on this National Day of Prayer. 5/3 Relational Poverty
Joe Battaglia believes that poverty does not only pertain to money. There’s a poverty dealing with hopelessness as well. On today’s Making Your Life Count, Joe says there are many people that feel hopeless and invisible. 5/6 Going Outside with Jesus
Stepping outside your comfort zone is a challenge as you attempt to share God’s love. Today on Making Your Life Count, Alton Lee Webb says he likes to call that “going outside with Jesus.” 5/7 God’s Presence
When Rebecca Cooper lost her husband Charles, she had a hard time coping with life alone. But ultimately she realized God was there for her. Today on Making Your Life Count, Rebecca shares what she’s learned. 5/8 God’s Amazing Plans
As young boy with braces on his legs, Bob Streater was not expected to walk again. But God had other plans. During Bob’s long healing process, one nurse in particular really encouraged Bob. He shares his story today on Making Your Life Count. 5/9 Powerful Prayer
You know, prayer really is powerful and effective. And Debi Winderweedle knows how important prayer can be. Today on Making Your Life Count, listen as Debi talks about prayer. 5/10 Answer to Prayer
What can parents do when their adult child makes poor choices? Well Chad Mattson’s parents prayed… and after three years, the Lord answered in surprising ways. On today’s Making Your Life Count, Chad shares his story with us. 5/13 Be a Light
Every day, there are opportunities to be a light for Christ. Today on Making Your Life Count, Benton Hall tells of a time God allowed him to share unexpectedly -- to the last person he thought possible. 5/14 Overcoming
Facing brain cancer at a young age, Tiffany Smiling has experienced God’s love and Grace in very personal way. Listen as Tiffany shares what she learned throughout this whole experience. 5/15 Ambassador
Jonathan Cain is well-known for his time with the band Journey, and especially writing the song Don’t Stop Believing. But what about his own personal journey? And Jonathan likes to think of himself as an ambassador for Christ, especially in the secular entertainment world. 5/16 Creative Faith Journey
Musician Moriah Peters is so amazed at the creative ways God teaches her as she spends time with Him daily. Today on Making Your Life Count, Moriah shares just how imaginative God is. 5/17 Freedom in Him
No matter what your past might be, there’s freedom in a relationship with Jesus Christ. Christine Caine encourages women to move past the shame of what they’re believing about themselves. 5/20 Forgiveness
Adam Davis has come to understand both the importance and the power of forgiveness. Today on Making Your Life Count, Adam says there is freedom in extending and receiving forgiveness. And God’s forgiveness is a prime example. 5/21 Daily Relationship
Maintaining a daily relationship with God is crucial in your walk with Him. Today on Making Your Life Count, Jesse Pruett shares from his own experience how to follow after God. 5/22 Continual Prayer
Just what does Paul mean when he tells believers to “pray without ceasing?” Today on Making Your Life Count, Dr. Deb Waterbury talks about living life in a constant “attitude” of prayer. 5/23 Depending on God
Linda Bennett and her husband have a special needs child. And in that journey, God’s strength and guidance is what they’ve learned to depend on daily. Linda loves to encourage people with the stories of their own struggles. 5/24 True Relationship
Brad Alden clearly recalls the point in time when he first came to know God. On today’s Making Your Life Count, Brad says that once his religion became a relationship, everything changed. 5/27 Making a Difference
Heisman trophy winner, MLB baseball player and now movie producer Tim Tebow says that you can make a positive difference in people’s lives every single day. Today on Making Your Life Count, Tim tells us how. 5/28 Focus
Marcia Ramsland says focusing on a verse of the Bible everyday has really helped her in her relationship with God. Today on Making Your Life Count, Marcia shares how she does this. 5/29 Gifts
What do you enjoy doing? Well Tim Lovelace says it’s never too late to develop and enjoy the gifts that God has given you. Listen as he shares his thoughts today on Making Your Life Count. 5/30 Musical Light
Skillet’s John Cooper knows that God can use “the arts” to draw people to Himself. And John sees music as a tool for evangelism. He explains today on Making Your Life Count. 5/31 Overcoming Fear
You know, we all deal with fear sometimes. But how can you overcome it? Well, Becky Baudouin describes what she’s learned about seeing fear from a different perspective. |
5/1 Shining Light
You don’t have to go far to be a light for Jesus Christ to people of other cultures. It could be as simple as stepping outside your own home, or crossing the street. Today on Making Your Life Count, Cathy Douglass discusses shining Christ's light right where you are. 5/2 Prayer Importance
Musician Jason Roy strongly believes that prayer plays a powerful role in our daily lives. Today on Making Your Life Count, Jason discusses its importance on this National Day of Prayer. 5/3 Relational Opportunities
If you want some adventure in your daily life, just look for opportunities to share Jesus Christ with people. Today on Making Your Life Count, Pastor Bill Warren says the library, of all places, is where he’s been able to share his faith. 5/6 Praying Together
The Bible says, “The prayer of a righteous person is powerful and effective.” On today’s Making Your Life Count, Jan Schuler has an amazing story of how “concerted” prayer had a powerful outcome. 5/7 Forgiveness
You know, offering forgiveness can be a hard pill to swallow sometimes. And for Charisa Gaither, she has had her share of disappointments. On today's Making Your Life Count, Charisa says she's been able to use her past experiences to help people. 5/8 Joy of Sharing
Sharing the truth of Jesus Christ with people doesn't have to be difficult… in fact, it can be fun! Today on Making Your Life Count, Randy Newman says, beginning with questions leads to natural conversations. 5/9 Community
It’s true… community really is so important in maintaining your spiritual life. And Bianca Olthoff knows how vital this really is. She talks about that today on Making Your Life Count. 5/10 Talking to God
Dana Goodrum has come to know the power of prayer! And Dana knows there is power in a simple conversation with God. She explains today on Making Your Life Count. 5/13 Unending Love
You know, understanding God’s never-ending love for you is life-changing. Today on Making Your Life Count, Katie Bennett talks about that very thing, and the difference God’s love makes on so many levels. 5/14 Focus
Marcia Ramsland says focusing on a verse of the Bible everyday has really helped her in her relationship with God. Today on Making Your Life Count, Marcia shares how she does this. 5/15 Heart Change
You know, sometimes it’s the little things that can make a big difference. For Sheryl Geisbrecht, one gently-spoken Scripture verse softened her very angry heart. On today’s Making Your Life Count, she shares her story. 5/16 Uncertain Future
When people around you experience uncertainty and loss, it can be hard to know just what to say and do to help. Kari Jobe has been down this road before. And she has some insights to help. 5/17 Change Through Christ
Sometimes God gives us visual reminders of how the wounds of Jesus Christ bring life and healing. Ken Castor describes one life-giving conversation on today’s Making Your Life Count. 5/20 Overcoming in Him
Difficulties in life are certain to come at one time or another. But even so, God is there to give you hope. Kim Vogel Sawyer knows these truths firsthand. And she loves to encourage others through her experience. Listen as she shares today on Making Your Life Count. 5/21 Musical Connection Musician Russ Lee has seen how God can use music in amazing ways to connect directly with people’s hearts. Today on Making Your Life Count, Russ says music can be therapeutic in ways nothing else can be. 5/22 Peace in God
Through the decades of knowing God, Elyse Fitzpatrick says she has learned to have true peace. Today on Making Your Life Count, Elyse shares from her heart. 5/23 Praying for People
News reporter Amanda Ober has realized that praying for the people she interacts with on assignment is a great way to demonstrate genuine care for them. Today on Making Your Life Count, Amanda gives her insights. 5/24 Unexpected Life
Many times in life, unexpected circumstances occur. But though it all, trusting God makes the difference. And not long ago, Boyd Bailey found himself questioning God. He shares the details on today's Making Your Life Count. 5/27 God’s Word
No matter what you might be facing, it’s comforting to know that God is always at work in our individual situations. Today on Making Your Life Count, pastor Matt Chandler says God’s word is proof that He works in amazing ways. 5/28 Caring
Caring for people… it’s an easy thing to say… but just what does it mean? Listen as Dallas Anderson explains what he’s learned on today's Making Your Life Count. 5/29 Eternal Investments
Do you make it a point to pray for your neighbors and care for those in need? By taking planned actions like these, you can be used by God to point people to Him. Today on Making Your Life Count, Dick Eastman explains. 5/30 Sharing Struggles
You know, struggles can occur in any relationship, can’t they? Expert, Dr. Gary Chapman shares how he’s been able to help people find hope and healing in Jesus Christ on today’s Making Your Life Count. 5/31 Journey to Faith
For many of his formative years, Adam Palmer was an atheist. But after he came to faith in high school, he learned the importance of sharing Jesus Christ with people. Adam shares his journey on today's Making Your Life Count. |