OCTOBER
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10/1 Life-Change
David Cucchi lived in foster homes most of his childhood. Emerging from that confusing time period he came to a life-changing understanding of God’s grace and mercy. On today’s Making Your Life Count, David says that change began one morning when a verse in Ephesians became clear to him. 
10/2 Faith Like Abraham
Abraham is an Old Testament figure God used to make a difference in the destiny of mankind. Pastor Crawford Lorritts says it was Abraham’s incredible faith in God that made all the difference. 
10/3 Deeper in Prayer
Do you desire to have a deeper relationship with God? Well Derek Minor says prayer is one way you can achieve that very thing. Today on Making Your Life Count, Derek discusses what he’s learned about prayer. 
10/4 Sharing Christ
Sharing Christ might seem scary, but with the Holy Spirit’s help, you can be a light for Christ. Mattie Montgomery gives some encouragement on sharing your faith with people today on Making Your Life Count. 
10/7 Life’s Ups and Downs
Even though life has major “ups” and “downs,” God has promised to be there to see you though. On today’s Making Your Life Count, former American Idol contestant, Dave Pitman shares from his own experience. 
10/8 His Time and 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. 
10/9 Farming and the Arts
Just what do farming and the arts have in common? Well Katie Miller says her grandfather’s love for both set the stage for countless changed lives. Today on Making Your Life Count, Katie shares the unique details. 
10/10 Trusting God
Trusting God with the uncertainty of the future is exactly what Tracie Miles has learned to do. Today on Making Your Life Count, Tracie explains exactly how she gives her difficulties to God 
10/11 Change Agent
According to Pat Williams, a personal relationship with Jesus Christ is the most important change agent in the world. Today on Making Your Life Count, Pat tells us just what he means by that statement. 
10/14 Family Prayers
Prayer is so very valuable to Nancy LaSourd. And praying for her children is paramount. Today on Making Your Life Count, Nancy says she began praying for her kids, before they were even born. 
10/15 Training Kids
Teaching children to follow God is a big task, but thankfully we have some great advice to follow from the Bible. On today’s Making Your Life Count, Bruce Stacey shares his thoughts. 
10/16 Musical Worship
The Psalmist declared: “all the peoples of the nations shall worship before thee and my lips will shout for joy!” Musician Fernando Ortega knows God uses music in powerful ways. He shares what he’s discovered in the Bible about the beauty of music and worship today on Making Your Life Count. 
10/17 True Friendship
What does it mean to be a true friend to people? How about following Jesus’ example? Today on Making Your Life Count, Lisa-Jo Baker shares about true friendship. 
10/18 Mystery of Prayer
Sometimes prayer does not always bring about what we envision. Today on Making Your Life Count, Michael W. Smith shares with us his thoughts on the mystery of prayer. 
10/19 Musical Worship
The Psalmist declared: “all the peoples of the nations shall worship before thee and my lips will shout for joy!” Musician Fernando Ortega knows God uses music in powerful ways. He shares what he’s discovered in the Bible about the beauty of music and worship today on Making Your Life Count. 
10/22 Mystery of Prayer
Sometimes prayer does not always bring about what we envision. Today on Making Your Life Count, Michael W. Smith shares with us his thoughts on the mystery of prayer 
10/23 Unexpected Adventure
An award winning journalist for one of the biggest newspapers in Chicago, Lee Strobel initially planned to stay in the newsroom after he came to know Jesus Christ. Today on Making Your Life Count, Lee shares how his plans ultimately changed. 
10/24 True Friendship
What does it mean to be a true friend to people? How about following Jesus’ example? Today on Making Your Life Count, Lisa-Jo Baker shares about true friendship. 
10/25 Connecting in Worship
Musician and worship leader Hannah Kerr has clearly seen how God uses music for His glory. On today’s Making Your Life Count, Hannah describes what she believes is so unique about music and connecting with God. 
10/26 Focusing on Scripture
For Wendy Alsup, meditating on Scripture has been so uplifting. Today on Making Your Life Count, Wendy says that when she was struggling, little reminders from friends helped keep her feeling loved and supported. 
10/29 Musical Inspiration
Musician David Crowder is amazed at how God can use his music to change peoples’ lives. On today’s Making Your Life Count, Crowder recalls a performance at a secular venue, where he was able to encourage one of the workers there. 
10/30 Purpose in Life
What’s your “life purpose?” How are you living it out? Those can be tough questions! Well today, Mary Tomlinson shares how she lives out her personal purpose as she helps other people discover their own God-given purpose. 
10/31 Everyday Opportunities
You know, we all have opportunities to make a difference every day. And the Bible says God has given each of us “gifts” to help us. Today Alton Lee Webb gives some definition as to what that means. |
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10/1 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. 
10/2 Knowing Neighbors
Packed schedules and the busyness of life are a common theme for all of us. And Kristin Schell often wondered how she could make a difference in the middle of her busy life. Today on Making Your Life Count, she shares how God helped her slow down just a little bit and get to know her neighbors better. 
10/3 Unlikely Mentor
For Adam Stadtmiller, his journey to faith was the result of a number of different factors. One in particular was when a man named Dave took him under his wing. Adam tells us the details on today's Making Your Life Count. 
10/4 Concerted Prayer
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. 
10/7 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. 
10/8 Overcoming Fear
For John Morgan, hurtful past experiences hindered him from having meaningful relationships with people. On today’s Making Your Life Count, listen as John shares how he struggled with fear for much of his life. 
10/9 Unfounded Fear
Have you ever let unfounded fears keep you from following God? Jason Gray understands those feelings firsthand. Listen as he explains on today's Making Your Life Count. 
10/10 Everyday Opportunities
On the ground, or up in the air, there are opportunities everywhere to point people to faith in Jesus Christ! On today’s Making Your Life Count, Rasool Berry shares one such opportunity he had while on a flight. 
10/11 Our Own Experiences
Oftentimes, our own experiences help us relate to people in very needed ways. Derrick Whitmore has been able to make a positive difference in the lives of young people simply by sharing his story. He discusses that today on Making Your Life Count. 
10/14 Growing with God
A growing relationship with God is vital. And Gina Butz says that aspect of her walk with God is so important to her. Today on Making Your Life Count, Gina gives us her insights. 
10/15 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. 
10/16 Forgiveness
Forgiving people who have hurt you can be really hard, can’t it? On today’s Making Your Life Count, June Hunt shares what she’s learned about forgiveness. 
10/17 God’s Prefect Love
God’s love for you is perfect. You may know it in your head, but not in your heart. Tanya Godsey describes how God’s love became real to her on today’s Making Your Life Count. 
10/18 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. 
10/19 Strength
Just how do you determine your strengths in life? And Orlando Magic senior vice president, Pat Williams has a lot to say about that. Listen as he gives us his perspective today on Making Your Life Count. 
10/22 Opportunities to Share
Opportunities to share Christ… If we’re not alert, we might miss them. Cru’s Nancy Wilson shares an amazing story on today’s Making Your Life Count. 
10/23 Community
Do you ever feel isolated and alone? Well, going through life in community is important. Ann White speaks from her experience on today’s Making Your Life Count. 
10/24 Distant Faith
Keeping faith when God seems distant can be difficult, but it’s not impossible. And Chris Nye believes we all have opportunities to encourage people in their faith walk, especially when they might feel alone and afraid. He explains today on Making Your Life Count. 
10/25 Sharing Thru Technology
Technology is really making a difference in spreading the Gospel. Today on Making Your Life Count, Bobby Gruenewald, who developed a Bible App that is now installed on over 200 million smart phones and devices shares how people are growing closer to God. 
10/26 Direction
Gaining an understanding of God’s will and direction for your life can take some time, can’t it? Today on Making Your Life Count, Louie Giglio gives us a simple shortcut in discovering God’s plan for our lives. 
10/29 Pointing People to God
You don’t have to be a full-time missionary to make a difference in the lives and faith of the people around you. You just have to be willing and available. Today on Making Your Life Count, Mark Slaughter tells how you can help point people to God. 
10/30 Our Own Experiences
Oftentimes, our own experiences help us relate to people in very needed ways. Derrick Whitmore has been able to make a positive difference in the lives of young people simply by sharing his story. He discusses that today on Making Your Life Count. 
10/31 God’s Grace
For Lee Strobel, a near death experience really changed his perspective on God’s grace. Today on the Making Your Life Count, Lee shares what he’s learned. |
