September
9/1 PRAYER IMPORTANCE
Musician Jordan Ward (of Consumed by Fire) knows how important prayer is. Listen as he shares what he’s learned on today’s Making Your Life Count. 9/2 MAKE A DIFFERENCE
As lead singer for the band Audio Adrenaline, Adam Agee wants his life to make a positive difference. Listen as Adam gives us some encouragement on today's Making Your Life Count. 9/5 GOD'S LOVE
For Lisa Murray, it is helpful to remember God’s unfailing love for her in the midst of life’s trials. Listen as Lisa describes what this perspective looks like for her. 9/6 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. 9/7 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. 9/8 HOPE IN CHRIST
Chad Veach and his wife received a bleak medical diagnosis about their baby daughter. But Chad explains that God is his source of hope, even in a seemingly hopeless situation. 9/9 WALKING WITH GOD
Faithfully walking with God plays a crucial role in making your life count. Shannon Perry has seen that the consistency of her relationship with Christ determines how much His light shines through her. 9/12 PLANTING SEEDS
“Planting seeds of truth” … Cory Hendrix says having casual conversations with people can really get them thinking about faith. Cory gives us an example on today's Making Your Life Count. 9/13 SHARING CHRIST
For Vicki Courtney, her own relationship with God compels her to share Him with everyone she meets. Vicki explains what she means on today's Making Your Life Count. 9/14 GOD'S TIMING
Being in the right place at just the right time... You know, God often gives us opportunities to be a Light for Him, we just have to be ready, willing and available. Host Steve Douglass explains on today’s Making Your Life Count. 9/15 UNEXPECTED CHANGE
Musician Danny Van has seen God work in people’s lives in incredible ways. Danny’s roommate, who as a tough guy delivery driver, had a strange radio listening experience that made a believer out of him! 9/16 COMMUNITY
Do you ever feel isolated and alone? Well, going though life in community is important. On today's Making Your Life Count, Ann White speaks from her experience. 9/19 SHARING
On Making Your Life Count, we talk a lot about sharing our faith with others. But, how are we able to do that? Mark Stewart shares that the key is the power of the Holy Sprit. 9/20 NOURISHING FAITH
Need some ideas on how you can help your kids grow in their faith? For Deborah Buckingham, including little “notes of nourishment,” as she called them, with her children's lunches each day proved to make a big difference. 9/21 SPECIFIC PRAYER
For Bruce Smith, praying for three specific things changed the course of his life. Listen as Bruce shares what he’s learned along the way today on Making Your Life Count. 9/22 COURAGE IN CHRIST
You know, it takes courage to step out of your comfort zone. But it’s amazing to see what God can do in the process when you trust Well, Japhia Life has seen God work in powerful ways. 9/23 SEARCHING
Searching for God’s will can sometimes be a challenge, can’t it? Well, today on Making Your Life Count, Larry DeWitt recalls a time of deep searching in his life. 9/26 GLOBAL INFLUENCE
How can you reach out to families in your neighborhood? Cru staffer Jodi Wallace believes you can make a global impact…. locally! Jodi had a friend who did just that. 9/27 TELL EVERYONE
Have you ever regretted not taking God-given opportunities to truly explain the Gospel to people? Host Steve Douglass shares a story about that on today's Making Your Life Count. 9/28 LIGHT
For Diane Paddison, working at the top of several Fortune 500 companies has given her the platform to be a Light for Christ in some very unique ways. She explains how on today's Making Your Life Count. 9/29 GOD'S GUIDANCE
Sharing Christ with people... although it might seem scary sometimes, it is something we are called to do. Dr. Robert Jeffress says God will guide you in the right direction. 9/30 BELIEVING
We’ve all probably heard the phrase “seeing is believing.” But having eyes of faith… now that’s a whole different story. Musician Chris August joins us to discuss the importance of walking by faith today on Making Your Life Count. |
9/1 RESET
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. 9/2 OPPORTUNITIES
Are you alert to the opportunities God places in your path to be a Light for people? Recording artist Mike Weaver (of Big Daddy Weave) talks about what he has seen on today’s Making Your Life Count. 9/5 FAITH
Taking a leap of faith... That means different things to different people. LISA HARPER talks about her leap of faith. 9/6 LIFE LIGHT
Live your life as a Light for people to see. As Michael Allen explains, this lifestyle can make all the difference in people’s lives. He discusses that on today’s Making Your Life Count. 9/7 ANSWERS
Sometimes we’re asked spiritual questions that are difficult to answer. DANIEL DARLING talks about ways we can respond. 9/8 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. 9/9 CHANGED LIFE
There is nothing like a changed life through Jesus Christ! On today’s Making Your Life Count, rock musician John Schlitt shares his amazing story. 9/12 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. 9/13 UNEXPECTED OPPORTUNITIES
For Ronnie Peirce, an unexpected event turned into an unexpected opportunity to be used by God in the life of an elderly neighbor. Listen as Ronnie explains what happened next. 9/14 COMMUNICATE
Communication through stories is one of the best ways to connect with people. Jeff Slaughter has seen how God uses our life experiences to grow us, and help others. He tells us how story plays a vital role. 9/15 THE 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. 9/16 LIGHT AT WORK
Being a light for Christ in the workplace… according to Diane Paddison, it’s easier than you might think. On today’s Making Your Life Count, she explains. 9/19 BROKENNESS
You know, God can use our brokenness for His glory. Today on Making Your Life Count, Sharon Jaynes explains how she came to realize God’s plan for her life. 9/20 IMPRINT
Leaving an imprint on people’s lives… for Christ! Basketball executive PAT WILLIAMS says your words and actions make a lasting difference. 9/21 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. 9/22 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. 9/23 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. 9/26 SEARCHING
Searching for God’s will can sometimes be a challenge, can’t it? Well, today on Making Your Life Count, Larry DeWitt recalls a time of deep searching in his life. 9/27 IMPORTANCE OF PRAYER
The Bible says, “The prayers of a righteous person are powerful and effective.” You know, prayer really does make a difference. And as film producer Stephen Kendrick believes, it's a great way to make your life count. Stephen says prayer should really be the starting point. 9/28 SHARING ABILITIES
As a college student, Jefferson Bethke often wondered how he could really make his life count. Jefferson realized there are many unique ways to effectively share Jesus Christ with people. 9/29 GRACE
We all do things we’re not proud of sometimes, but God’s grace is a refreshing reminder that He cares for us, no matter what. On today’s Making Your Life Count, Devi Titus gives her thoughts. 9/30 MAKING A DIFFERENCE
Being at the right place and just the right time. You know, God gives each of us opportunities every day to be a light for Jesus Christ. Listen as Steve Douglass shares a personal story on today's Making Your Life Count! |