December 16 - 21, 2013

Monday, December 16 – Melissa Ohden – The Sacred Life – In the midst of a painful revelation, God’s healing presence can carry us through and restore our hope. On the next Live the Promise Susie talks 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.

Tuesday, December 17 – Tommy Barnett – The Power of a Half Hour –30 minutes may seem like a short time. But used appropriately, it could change your life. Listen as Susie is joined by pastor Tommy Barnett! He’s going to challenge us to grow in fruitfulness and productivity through The Power of a Half Hour.

Wednesday, December 18 – Susie – The Great Giveaway! – What can you do with $15? The question really is, what can GOD do with it? Today we’re celebrating the Great Giveaway! We’ll take your calls and hear how God moved through you to bless another person using only $15 and your response to His direction.

Thursday, December 19 – Sara Renner (In Studio) – The Artist’s Corner – Music, in a very real sense, can connect us with the heart of God and deepen our faith. What song is moving in your heart in this season? Today Susie is joined by joined in-studio by singer Sara Renner. We’ll hear her story and testimony while listening to her powerful music.

Friday, December 20 – Matt Chandler (Recorded) – To Live is Christ – If someone asked you what your most treasured possession is, what would you say? Listen to Susie’s discussion with pastor Matt Chandler of The Village Church. We look at what it means to treasure Christ above all things, including our own lives. 

Saturday, December 21 – Caroline Barnett – The Dream Center – Life seems safer and more secure when we’re in the boat. But when God calls us to take His hand and step out onto the water, He calls us to a life filled with passion and purpose. On the weekend edition of Live the Promise, you’ll hear Susie’s discussion with Caroline Barnett of The Dream Center. We explore what it looks like to take radical steps of faith and being Willing to Walk on the Water.

December 9 - 14, 2013

Monday, December 9 – Andrew Palau – The Great Commission – How are you living out the Great Commission? Today on Live the Promise Susie is joined by evangelist Andrew Palau, son of Luis Palau. God has used his witness to bring tens of thousands to Christ around the world, and we’ll look at the power that comes from sharing your testimony.

Tuesday, December 10 – Susie – Christmas Meditation – Maybe you’re feeling distracted or scattered this holiday season. Let’s refocus on the true Christmas spirit. Today Susie’s guest is you! We’re going to take your calls, listen to powerful Christmas songs, and meditate on the promises and joy of Jesus’ birth.

Wednesday, December 11 – December Gap Campaign

Thursday, December 12 – December Gap Campaign

Friday, December 13 – Dee Brestin (In Studio) – Idol Lies – Whom or what do you worship? In our fallen state, we leave God and run to idols that were never designed to give us joy. Listen as Susie welcomes Bible teacher Dee Brestin to the studio. We’ll explore the appeal of our idols, uncover their lies, and learn how to run back to Christ.

Saturday, December 14 – Daniel Brown – Embracing Grace – Do you struggle to understand the concept of grace? If grace, or unmerited favor, really is ours in Christ, why do we still feel that we have to earn it? On the weekend edition of Live the Promise we’ll hear Susie’s discussion with pastor Daniel Brown. He helped us unpack the amazing, earth-shaking truth of a God Who chose us, not because of us, but because of Him.

December 2 - 7, 2013

Monday, December 2 – Julie Gorman – Restoring Men –When a woman has been hurt by men in the past, she can struggle with seeing them as godly and trustworthy. Listen as Susie is joined by life coach Julie Gorman. We’re going to look at the lies women believe about men, and how we can view them as God does, with honor and grace. Julie’s book is What I Wish My Mother Had Told Me About Men.

Tuesday, December 3 – Mark and Jill Alan (In Studio) – The Artist’s Corner – Christmas is on the way, and with it comes amazing hymns and carols. Today musician Mark Alan of Emmanuel Christian Center is back in studio with his wife Jill. We’re going to spend some time in worship of our Savior, and meditating on the promises and joy of Christmas.

Wednesday, December 4 – Brady Boyd – Sons and Daughters – Do you love Jesus? Are you living in the truth that you belong in His family? Today Susie is joined again by pastor Brady Boyd of New Life Church to unpack his book, Sons and Daughters. We’ll explore how to live in God’s family and embrace our new identity.

Thursday, December 5 – Ann Voskamp – The Greatest Gift – Christmas is about giving. But it’s not just about boxes and wrapping paper. We were given a Savior. Today on Live the Promise Susie talks with author and blogger Ann Voskamp. She’s written a new book on the meaning of Christmas, and we’re going to look at The Greatest Gift you’ve ever been given.

Friday, December 6 – Jimmy Page – One Word – Renew. Focus. Community. What’s your ‘one word’? Listen as Susie welcomes author and radio host Jimmy Page back to the program. We’re going to talk about what it means to choose a theme word, for your life, or for the year, and how that affects our walk with God.

Saturday, December 7 – Lisa Harper – Stumbling Into Grace – In a world that screams for perfection, we serve a God who loves us in spite of our flaws. On the weekend edition of Live the Promise we’ll hear Susie’s discussion with her good friend, author and Women of Faith speaker Lisa Harper. Lisa helps us unpack the truth of walking by faith, and stumbling into God’s amazing grace.

November25 - 30, 2013

Monday, November 25 – Emily Freeman – A Million Little Ways – Do you consider yourself to be an artist? The truth is, God wired you to cultivate and edify the world around you. Listen to Susie’s discussion with author Emily Freeman. We’re going to look at how to uncover our God-given gifts and explore how to reflect His glory in a million little ways.

Tuesday, November 26 – Lynn Donovan – Not Alone – Do you feel alone in your attempts to raise godly children? Listen as Susie talks with Lynn Donovan. She’s living in a spiritually mismatched marriage, and she’ll talk about how to raise your children with faith within that context. Lynn’s book is Not Alone.

Wednesday, November 27 – Priscilla Shirer (Recorded) – God is Able – Do you believe God is big enough to handle the storm you’re in? Today Susie talks with author and speaker Priscilla Shirer of Going Beyond Ministries. We’re going to look at the God Who is able and ready to give us strength and hope when our circumstances look hopeless.

Thursday, November 28 – Holley Gerth (Recorded) – God-Sized Dream – When we surrender our lives to God, He gives us dreams that are even bigger than we could have imagined. Today on Live the Promise Susie welcomes back author Holley Gerth. We’re going to unpack what it means to have God-sized expectations, and how to live in the light of His power.

Friday, November 29 – Kenny Luck (Recorded) – Sleeping Giant –Many Christian men are living on autopilot. It’s time to call them to the battle. Today on Live the Promise, Susie talks with Pastor Kenny Luck of Saddleback Church. He’s going to challenge men within the Church with a call, a weapon, and a mission to love God and lead their families well.

Saturday, November 30 – Rita Hancock – Radical Well-Being – How can we take care of our bodies while still enjoying the foods we eat? Is it possible to return to God’s design for food and fitness? On the weekend edition of Live the Promise we’ll hear Susie’s discussion with Dr. Rita Hancock. She’ll share her own story of overcoming obesity and offer several principles of healthy living.

November 8 - 23, 2013

Monday, November 18 – Mary Hunt – Planning for Retirement –When you think about planning for the future, do you wrestle with fear? Listen as Susie is joined by financial expert Mary Hunt. We’re going to look at God’s loving provision for His people, and how we can plan for the later years of life. Mary’s book is The Smart Woman’s Guide to Planning for Retirement.

Tuesday, November 19 – Skye Jethani (Recorded) – With – Do you work for God’s favor? Do you feel He owes you blessings? Or are you walking with Him in a daily authentic relationship? On the next Live the Promise Susie talks with Skye Jethani, senior editor of the Leadership journal. We’re going to unpack four false views of Christianity, and talk about what it means to do life WITH God.

Wednesday, November 20 – Joanna Weaver – At the Feet of Jesus – In the busyness of life, we sometimes forget the importance of taking time to be with Christ. How can we step back, leave the hurried pace of the day, and sit down at His feet? Listen to Susie’s discussion with her good friend, author Joanna Weaver. They talk about her book, At the Feet of Jesus.

Thursday, November 21 – Karen Kingsbury – Novel Talk – Is it worth it to gain the whole world, but almost lose your soul? Today Susie talks with New York Times bestselling author Karen Kingsbury. She’s written a new novel about the temptations of fame and fortune, and we’ll spend some time talking about how to serve Christ while in the public eye.

Friday, November 22 – Susie (Recorded) – Spiritual Reset – Do you need a spiritual reset? On today’s Live the Promise we take your calls and walk through four issues that hinder our faith – fatigue, the opinions of others, frustrations, and fears. Susie will unpack each category and lead us back to a powerful active life in Christ.

Saturday, November 23 – Os Guinness – A Free People’s Suicide –How can we live out our faith in such a polarized culture? On the weekend edition of Live the Promise we’ll hear Susie’s discussion with author and social commentator Os Guinness about his book, A Free People’s Suicide. They look at the blessings of living in a free country and the ways we can share the gospel with those who live in America.