January 20 - 25, 2014

Monday, January 20 – Ted Cunningham – Fun Loving You – Marriage is meant to make you more like Christ, but it’s also supposed to be fun. Laughter is an important part of the recipe. Listen to Susie’s discussion with pastor Ted Cunningham, author of the book Fun Loving You. He offers tips for bringing the fun back into your marriage and learn to enjoy life with your spouse.

Tuesday, January 21 – Angie Smith – Chasing God – Do you go through the motions of going to church and praying without feeling like you really know God? On this edition of Live the Promise Susie’s guest is author and Women of Faith speaker Angie Smith. She shares her own journey of Chasing God and what it means to have a real relationship with Him.

Wednesday, January 22 – Melissa Ohden (Recorded) – Surviving Abortion – In the midst of a painful revelation, God’s healing presence can carry us through and restore our hope. Listen to Susie’s gripping discussion with Melissa Ohden. We’re going to hear the amazing account of her life and journey to forgiveness after learning that she survived an abortion.

Thursday, January 23 – Jeff Manion – Satisfied – We live in a world where more equals better. How can we learn to find contentment in God and not material things? Today Susie talks with pastor Jeff Manion. We’re going to explore the hunger and discontent that drives us to overspend and overeat, and talk about how to refocus on Christ.

Friday, January 24 – Chris Fabry (Recorded) – Novel Talk – When we’re wrestling with discontentment, it helps to refocus on the faithfulness and promises of God. Today Susie is joined by author and radio host Chris Fabry. Chris will share his own faith journey and talk about his novel, Every Waking Moment.

Saturday, January 25 – Ed Welch – Overcoming Shame – Are you controlled by the opinions of others? Are you wrestling with shame because of events or choices in your past? On the weekend edition of Live the Promise we hear Susie’s discussion with counselor Ed Welch. They unpack the dangers of codependency and look at how Christ sets us free from shame. Ed’s book is When People Are Big and God Is Small.

January 13 - 18, 2014

Monday, January 13 – Dr. Mark Rutland – Re-launch for 2014 – What happens when your family, company, or church is in need of a relaunch? Today Susie welcomes back Dr. Mark Rutland, former president of Oral Roberts University. We’re going to look at how to bring a renewed sense of vision and purpose to our lives, with God’s direction. Whether you’re head of a company or the head of your home, you’ll want to hear this discussion!

Tuesday, January 14 – Paul McCusker – C.S. Lewis At War – Mere Christianity is one of the most-loved Christian books of the 20th century. But how did it come about? Today on Live the Promise Susie’s guest is Paul McCusker of Focus on the Family. We look at the life and legacy of C.S. Lewis and unpack the story behind his well-known book.

Wednesday, January 15 – Christin Ditchfield – What Women Should Know About Facing Fear – For many women, fear can be a force that paralyzes them and keeps them from living in true freedom. Listen to Susie’s conversation with radio host Christin Ditchfield. We’re going to talk about the negative effects of living in fear, and how to use the Word of God to move past it. Christin’s book is What Women Should Know About Facing Fear.

Thursday, January 16 – Shaunti Feldhahn – Marriage – What are the secrets of a happy marriage? How can we take a marriage in conflict and strengthen it? On the next Live the Promise Susie talks with Shaunti Feldhahn. We’re going to explore the habits of a healthy marriage and look at how to apply them to our own lives and relationships.

Friday, January 17 – Max Lucado (Recorded) – You’ll Get Through This – We wonder how we'll carry on after the day the bottom dropped out. For you, it may have been the day of a financial crisis, a bad diagnosis, an accident, or your spouse walking out. Listen as Susie talks with bestselling author and pastor Max Lucado. He unpacks the biblical story of Joseph, and how God worked through his circumstances to bring reconciliation.

Saturday, January 18 – Pete Wilson – Let Hope In – Hope is a force that will shatter your fear, remove your doubt, and leave you permanently changed. On the weekend edition of Live the Promise we hear Susie’s discussion with author and pastor Pete Wilson of Cross Point Church. They talk about finding hope in dark places, and the four choices that will change your life forever. Pete’s new book is Let Hope In.

January 6 - 11, 2014

Monday, January 6 – Susie – Prayer – What are you believing God for in 2014? How can we stand with you on His promises? Today, Susie’s guest is you! We’re kicking off a weeklong emphasis on prayer by taking your phone calls and looking at how to cultivate a strong prayer life.

Tuesday, January 7 – Mark Buchanan – Spiritual Rhythm – What does it mean to have a spiritual rhythm? On the next Live the Promise Susie’s guest is pastor and prolific author Mark Buchanan. We’re going to unpack the traits and disciplines of a praying life, and Mark will help us build a rhythm into our day for every season of life. Mark’s book is Spiritual Rhythm.

Wednesday, January 8 – Will Davis Jr. – The Power of Praying Boldly – God can do more than we can ask or think. But do we believe that when we go to Him in prayer? Listen as Susie welcomes back pastor Will Davis Jr., author of Ten Things Jesus Never Said and The Power of Praying Boldly. We’re going to talk about the power of praying for big things and trusting in our all-powerful God to move on our behalf.

Thursday, January 9 – Stormie Omartian – Prayer Warrior – Prayer can be a calming and restful thing, but God also calls us to battle and wrestle in prayer on behalf of others. Today Susie talks with Stormie Omartian (Oh-MAR-tee-un) about her book, The Power of a Prayer Warrior. We’ll discuss what it means to be a prayer warrior and intercede for the people in our lives.

Friday, January 10 – Craig von Buseck – Praying the News – Recent media has been filled with terrorist attacks, cultural changes…Watching and reading the news is an opportunity for despair, or prayer. How can we intercede in such trying times? Listen to Susie’s discussion with veteran reporter Craig von Buseck (BOO-seck). Craig will help us to answer that question and talk about his book, Praying the News.

Saturday, January 11 – Gary Thomas – Sacred Pathways – Does the idea of sitting quietly with a devotional seem hard for you? Maybe you connect with God more through worship music, or time outdoors. On the weekend edition of Live the Promise, Susie talks with author and speaker Gary Thomas about Sacred Pathways. We’re going to look at how God wired each of us to connect with Him in a deep and meaningful way.

December 30 - January 4, 2013-14

Monday, December 30 – Maryam Rostampour and Marziyeh Amirizadeh (Recorded) – Captive in Iran – Two women in Iran converted from Islam to Christianity. They spent 259 days in Iran’s most notorious prison for preaching the gospel. Today Susie talks with authors Maryam Rostampour and Marziyeh Amirizadeh about their amazing story and the ways God used them during their imprisonment. Maryam and Marziyeh’s book is Captive in Iran.

Tuesday, December 31 – Jenny Almquist (Recorded) – The Fight Against Human Trafficking –How prevalent is human trafficking, and how can the Church get involved to end it? On the next Live the Promise, Susie talks with wife, mother, and activist Jenny Almquist. Jenny founded the ministry Fierce Freedom and we’ll discuss ways to get involved and set captives free, in Jesus’ Name.

Wednesday, January 1 – Clare DeGraaf (Recorded) – The Ten-Second Rule – Do you ever wrestle with how to live out faith in Christ in a practical, day to day way? Listen to Susie’s discussion with author and businessman Clare DeGraaf. We’re going to help you focus your faith and see what you can do in the next ten seconds that will please God.

Thursday, January 2 – Susie – Praise and Prayer – We’re kicking off 2014 with a fresh discussion on what it means to talk with God. Do you struggle to concentrate in prayer? Do you find yourself drawing a blank when it comes to speaking with God? We’re taking some time to review important lessons on prayer. We’ll listen to authors and pastors discuss the practice, intimacy, and authenticity of a thriving prayer life.

Friday, January 3 – Stephen Mansfield – The Art of Manhood – What does it mean to be a real man? How can we cultivate biblical manhood? Today on Live the Promise Susie welcomes back New York Times bestselling author Stephen Mansfield. We’re going to unpack the virtues, disciplines, duties, and actions of well-known men of honor who have gone before us. 

Saturday, January 4 – Stephen Kendrick – The Love Dare for Parents – Sometimes loving our children is a challenge – what we need is a Love Dare. On the weekend edition of Live the Promise Susie welcomes back Stephen Kendrick, well-known for the movies Fireproof, Courageous, and Facing the Giants. We’re going to talk about how to love our children the way Christ loves us.

December 23 - 28, 2013

Monday, December 23 – Liz Curtis Higgs – The Women of Christmas – What can we learn about the women involved in the Christmas story? On the next Live the Promise Susie talks with Liz Curtis Higgs, author, columnist, and Women of Faith speaker. She’s joining us to unpack the lives of Mary, Elizabeth, and Anna in a new book called The Women of Christmas. We’ll look at what we can learn from these extraordinary women surrounding Jesus’ birth.

Tuesday, December 24 – Christmas Eve – Musical Interlude –Today we’re featuring your favorite Christmas hymns all afternoon. It’s the perfect way to anticipate the celebration of Jesus’ birth. Listen for renditions of Silent Night, Away in a Manger, Joy to the World, and many more. May the music bless you this Christmas season.

Wednesday, December 25 – Christmas Day – Musical Interlude – Today on Live the Promise, join us as we mark Christmas Day by featuring your favorite Christmas hymns all afternoon. It’s the perfect way to celebrate Jesus’ birth! Listen for renditions of What Child Is This, O Little Town of Bethlehem, O Holy Night, and more. May the music bless you and your family this Christmas season.

Thursday, December 26 – Kathi Macias (Recorded) – The Unexpected Christmas Hero – The holidays can be difficult for those facing loss. Sometimes God will bring a stranger across our path to bless us, and help us heal. Today Susie’s guest is author Kathi Macias. We’ll unpack the message of Christmas and talk about how God’s provision comes in unexpected ways. Kathi’s book is Unexpected Christmas Hero.

Friday, December 27 – Jon Bloom (Recorded) – Not by Sight – Do you need a new look at the faith stories in Scripture? On the next Live the Promise Susie is joined in-studio by Jon Bloom, President of Desiring God ministry. Jon’s written a book titled Not By Sight: A Fresh Look at Old Stories of Walking by Faith, and he’ll share how we can trust and walk by faith in Christ when circumstances threaten to overwhelm us.

Saturday, December 28 – Tammy Daughtry – Co-Parenting Works! –Divorce affects an entire family, including the children involved. On the weekend edition of Live the Promise, listen as Susie talks with author and speaker Tammy Daughtry. She’s going to help us unpack some principles for raising your children after a divorce, and how to help them thrive in a challenging situation. Tammy’s book is Co-Parenting Works!: Working Together to Help Your Children Thrive.