October 1 - 6, 2012

Monday, October 1 – Matt Brown (In Studio) – Revolutionary Evangelism – How can we pray for people who are hostile to Christianity? Today on Live the Promise Susie welcomes back friend and evangelist Matt Brown of Think-E ministries to talk about praying for, and witnessing to, those around us who don’t yet know Christ.

Tuesday, October 2 – Ted Cunningham – Trophy Child – Sometimes our children unknowingly become our god. We start to measure our value by how polite and successful they are, and our mood fluctuates with their bad choices. Today Susie welcomes back pastor and author Ted Cunningham to talk about his newest book, Trophy Child. He’ll unpack how to raise children for the glory of God and prepare them for His call on their life.

Wednesday, October 3 – Tim Stafford – Miracles – Modern-day reports of miracles capture our attention, but we aren't always sure which ones to believe. Today Susie welcomes journalist Tim Stafford of Christianity Today. They take a careful look at miraculous events in our modern world – some hard to accept and others hard to deny – and place them in a historical and biblical context. We explore questions about where and under what circumstances miracles occur today and what role they should play in the lives of Christians. Tim’s book is Miracles.

Thursday, October 4 – Max Lucado (Recorded) – Grace – Do we really understand the term ‘grace’? The bank gives us a "grace" period. The seedy politician falls from "grace." Musicians speak of a "grace" note. We describe an actress as "gracious," a dancer as "graceful."  When asked, "Do you believe in grace?" who could say no? Max Lucado asks a deeper question: Have you been changed by grace? Shaped by grace? Strengthened by grace? Emboldened by grace? Softened by grace? Snatched by the nape of your neck and shaken to your senses by grace? Today Susie and Max unpack this amazing truth and talk about his new book, Grace. Then we welcome you to share your own experiences with God’s amazing grace.

Friday, October 5 – Greg Smalley (Recorded) – The Wholehearted Marriage – Today Susie welcomes back Focus on the Family’s Greg Smalley. They discuss how to be “whole-hearted” in our response to our families and spouses! Greg’s book is The Whole-Hearted Marriage.

Saturday, October 6 – Linda Dillow – What’s It Like to be Married to Me? – Today Susie welcomes back author Linda Dillow to the program! Linda understands that most women want to be faithful wives but don’t know how to get there. How can women work at becoming godly spouses? What are the common pitfalls they run into in the process? Listen as Linda shares the best and worst things she ever did in her forty-seven-year marriage and once again calls women to live with dignity and love. Linda’s book is What’s It Like to be Married to Me?