March 18 - 23, 2013

Monday, March 18 – Warren Barfield (Recorded) – Music and Faith –     The song ‘Love Is Not a Fight’ from the movie Fireproof has become an anthem for perseverance, and we get to meet the artist who performed it. Today Susie talks with musician Warren Barfield. He shares his faith journey, his heart for the lost around the world, and how God called him into the music industry. We’ll also get to hear some of his newest songs!

Tuesday, March 19 – Stephen Mansfield – The Art of Confrontation –Speaking the truth in love is a lost art form. Jesus spoke the truth with compassion and grit, but Christians today have trouble knowing how to balance both. Today Susie welcomes back best-selling author Stephen Mansfield. We’ll talk about how and when to lovingly confront.

Wednesday, March 20 – Erin Smalley – Grown-Up Girlfriends – What can we learn about the dynamics of women friendships? On the next Live the Promise, Susie talks with author Erin Smalley, the wife of Dr. Greg Smalley. We’re going to look at how to cultivate honesty and love and deep connection in the friendships of women. Erin’s book is Grown-Up Girlfriends.

Thursday, March 21 – Dee Brestin (Recorded) – Idol Lies – What is your god? Whom or what do you worship? In our fallen state, we forsake God and run to an idol for peace or purpose, an idol that was never designed to give us joy. Today Susie welcomes back Bible teacher Dee Brestin to discuss her new book, Idol Lies. Together we explore the appeal of our idols, uncover their lies, and learn how to run back to Christ for our identity.

Friday, March 22 – Gary Barkalow (Recorded) – It’s Your Call – Your personality and gifting are no accident. God wires each person with specific strengths to fulfill His purpose in life, and that’s a glorious thing. On the next Live the Promise Susie welcomes back Gary Barkalow, founder of The Noble Heart ministry. Gary’s written a book titled It’s Your Call, and they’ll talk more about what it means to use our gifts and ‘own’ our calling.

Saturday, March 23 – Nick Vujicic – Unstoppable  – Despite being born without arms or legs, Nick Vujicic’s (VOY-a-chich) challenges have not kept him from enjoying great adventures, a fulfilling and meaningful career, and loving relationships. Nick has overcome trials and hardships by focusing on the promises that he was created for a unique and specific purpose, that his life has value and is a gift to others, and that no matter the despair and hard times in life, God is always present. Today Susie and Nick unpack his new book about perseverance in action, titled Unstoppable.