October 28 - November 2, 2013

Monday, October 28 – Tessa Afshar (Recorded) – Novel Talk –When God calls us to do something, how do we press on in the midst of opposition? Today Susie welcomes back novelist Tessa Afshar. She’s written a new novel, set in the time of Nehemiah, and we’re going to look at how he and his followers rebuilt Jerusalem while facing down the scorn of others.

Tuesday, October 29 – Bill Arnold and George Fraser (Recorded) – End of Life Issues – How can we prepare to say good-bye to a loved one? How can we reconcile with the people we love before they go to be with the Lord? Today Susie is joined in-studio by Bill Arnold and George Fraser of Faith Radio’s Real Recovery. We’ll talk about faith, loss, end-of-life issues, and the importance of reconciliation with those we love.

Wednesday, October 30 – Joe Cavanaugh III (Recorded) – Passing the Blessing – What does it mean to pass on a blessing to your children, and the others in your life? On the next Live the Promise Susie talks again with author Joseph Cavanaugh III about his book, The Language of Blessing. They explore the history of the blessing and talk about the impact it can have on those around us.

Thursday, October 31 – Dan Allender – The Healing Path – We all have wounds in our past. What does God call us to do with our pain? Listen as Susie talks with counselor and author Dan Allender. We’re going to look at how to use the difficult things in our past to grow in our faith and walk more closely with God. Dan’s book is The Healing Path.

Friday, November 1 – Ken Shigematsu – God in My Everything – Spiritual formation is more than just solitude and contemplative reflections. It happens every day, in every season. Today on Live the Promise Susie talks with Ken Shigematsu. We’re going to look at how to overcome the tyranny of the urgent and build a spiritual rhythm into our days.

Saturday, November 2 – Stasi Eldredge – Becoming Myself – Who has God created you to be? Are you living that reality? On the weekend edition of Live the Promise, Susie and author Stasi Eldredge unpack what it means to be all that God designed us to be. We’re going to look at the things that hold us back from the abundant life in Christ, and talk about how to let go of our past and live in freedom.

October 21 - 26, 2013

Monday, October 21 – Stephen Kendrick – The Love Dare for Parents – Sometimes loving our children is a challenge – what we need is a Love Dare. Today on 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.

Tuesday, October 22 – Sara Groves (In Studio) – The Artist’s Corner – How does music connect us with the heart of God? Today Susie is joined in-studio by good friend, singer-songwriter Sara Groves. We’re going to talk about worship, love, justice, and the power of song as we listen to Sara’s newest best-of album.

Wednesday, October 23 – Ed Welch – Shame and Co-Dependence – Are you controlled by the opinions of others? Are you wrestling with shame because of events or choices in your past? On the next Live the Promise Susie welcomes counselor Ed Welch back to the program. We’re going to 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.

Thursday, October 24 – 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. Listen as 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.

Friday, October 25 – 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 new novel, Every Waking Moment.

Saturday, October 26 – Susie – The Uncommon Christian – What does it mean to live an uncommon life? Are you an ’uncommon’ Christian? On the weekend edition of Live the Promise we’ll hear Susie unpack a message from her book, The Uncommon Woman. She explored what it means to lean on God for ALL of our strength, and live trusting in Him.

October 14 - 19, 2013

Monday, October 14 – Max Lucado – 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.

Tuesday, October 15 – Aaron Shust – The Artist’s Corner – God can use music to minister to us in every season. Today on Live the Promise Susie welcomes singer-songwriter Aaron Shust back to the program. We’ll talk about his latest CD, Morning Rises, and unpack his faith journey while listening to his newest songs.

Wednesday, October 16 – Joe and Deb Mayer (In Studio) – Eternal Bride Ministries – On January 1, 2004, Krista, Nikki, and Jessica Mayer were killed in a head-on collision. Their parents, Joe and Debbie, started a ministry in their honor. Today on Live the Promise, they join Susie in studio to share their journey. We’re going to look at how to process love and loss, and how to focus on eternity in the midst of present grief.

Thursday, October 17 – Joni and Ken Tada (Recorded) – Everlasting Love – Marriage is a hard-run race, and we can learn from those who have run it before us. Today on Live the Promise we’ll hear Susie’s powerful discussion with Joni and Ken Tada about their faith story, marriage, cancer journey, and the God Who sustained them through every circumstance. 

Friday, October 18 – Lois Evans (Recorded) – Seasons of a Woman’s Life – In every woman’s life, there are seasons of planting seeds, growth, and harvest. Today Susie talks with author Lois Evans. We’ll unpack the blessings and challenges of each stage of living, and look at how to find joy and contentment on the journey.

Saturday, October 19 – Jimmy Page – One Word – Sometimes one word can change your perspective. What’s your ‘one word’? On the weekend edition of Live the Promise we hear Susie’s conversation with author and radio host Jimmy Page. They 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.

October 7-12, 2013

Monday, October 7 – Reece Hale (Recorded) – Healed and Restored – Ecclesiastes says that God makes EVERYTHING beautiful in its time… including our own lives. Today on Live the Promise we hear Susie’s powerful discussion with evangelist Reece Hale. He shares his story of coming from a broken home but being found by the healing God.

Tuesday, October 8 – Scott and Bethany Palmer (Recorded) – The Money Couple – Money can be a divisive topic in marriages, but there’s help today! On the next Live the Promise, Susie talks with Scott and Bethany Palmer, known as The Money Couple. Scott and Bethany will unpack the five money personalities and give practical tips for managing our relationships.

Wednesday, October 9 – James Merritt (Recorded) – When Life Knocks You Down – There are times in life when it feels like everyone, and everything, is against you. Your efforts to live an obedient and fruitful life blow up in your face. Today Susie talks again with pastor James Merritt. James knows firsthand how difficult it can be to stand up when life knocks you down, but we talk about how to trust Christ and get back on our feet.

Thursday, October 10 – Ron Rhodes – Bible Answers – The Bible can be a very intimidating book. How can we understand it? What does it say about the God Who created us? Today on Live the Promise Susie talks again with Bible scholar Ron Rhodes. We’re tackling your questions on the Trinity, prophecy, how to read the Bible, and much more.

Friday, October 11 – Matt Keller – God of the Underdogs – Do you feel too weak or broken to be used by God? Here’s an enduring truth: God is powerful enough to use even the least of us. Listen as Susie talks with author Matt Keller. He’s going to share why God delights in using ‘underdogs’ for His purposes.

Saturday, October 12 – Kate McCord – In the Land of Blue Burqas – Kate McCord (not her real name) was so moved by the plight of Muslim women that she picked up and moved to Afghanistan to live and minister among them. On the weekend edition of Live the Promise we’ll hear Susie’s eye-opening discussion with Kate about her book, In the Land of Blue Burqas. They talk about the hunger Muslims have for the true gospel, and how we can pray 

September 23-28, 2013

Monday, September 23 – Daniel Brown – Reflections on Heaven – Do you ever wonder what heaven will be like? Maybe you have family or friends who are there already. Listen to Susie’s discussion with author and pastor Daniel Brown. We’ll look at what the Bible really says about heaven, and the hope we have in Christ that surpasses life or death. Daniel’s new book is What the Bible Reveals About Heaven.

Tuesday, September 24 – Stephen Kendrick – The Love Dare for Parents – Sometimes loving our children is a challenge – what we need is a Love Dare. Today on 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.

Wednesday, September 25 – Mark Batterson – All In – Following Christ means living a radical life of surrender – in other words, being all in. Today Susie talks with pastor Mark Batterson of National Community Church, author of In A Pit with a Lion on a Snowy Day and The Circle Maker. We’ll explore what it means to follow Christ no matter what the cost.

Thursday, September 26 – Lisa Harper – Overextended – When our plates are full with family, ministry, travel and career, we need to embrace God’s grace and stay dependent on Him. Today Susie is talking again with author and Women of Faith speaker Lisa Harper. She’s going to share how to find peace and joy in Christ in the midst of a busy life.

Friday, September 27 – Susie/Matt Chandler –To Live is Christ – If someone asked you what your most treasured possession is, what would you say? Today on Live the Promise we’ll hear Susie’s interview with pastor Matt Chandler of The Village Church about his new book, To Live is Christ, To Die is Gain. Then we take your phone calls and look at what it means to treasure Christ above all things, including our own lives.

Saturday, September 28 – Shaunti Feldhahn – How Men and Women Think – Sometimes the differences between men and women can be exhausting, confusing, or frustrating. But there are ways we can learn from the differences, and use them to strengthen our relationships. On the weekend edition of Live the Promise we’ll hear Susie’s discussion with relationship expert Shaunti Feldhahn about the way God wired us to interact and communicate.