Arena 22

A look at the famous legacy study between two vastly different families, the Edwards and the Jukes; four simple steps to purge your past; understanding that, "A man with his health has 1000 wishes, a man without his health has only one" while taking an honest look at the Standard American Diet (SAD); why anger and depression are prevalent in men and what to do about it; a simple 3 word phrase to use as a daily motto; why people can be religious and not change at all; and understanding the daily principles of Pentecost. 

A behind the scenes look at how much of the media is opposed to Christ, including a look at how critics handled a film that mocked Jesus. Plus, one film that changed the entire way men dress demonstrating the power of film (there is a reason Super Bowl ads cost $5 million dollars); the famous quote by MTV's founder that flew in the face of parents influence; the inspiring story of Kirk Cameron and his stance for faith in a hostile environment; a personal story of an atheist chaplain; two scriptures about living without fear in a culture of fear; one prodigal child comes home after nine years to the surprise of her life; why civilizations collapsed; and paying attention to the fact that, "We live in a time where Satan doesn't even hide anymore, and you still don't see him."

How two of the world's most successful people reached their goals after a teacher said they would never amount to anything; the most costly advice and how to avoid it; the difference between prison and a monastery in any moment; why people prefer negative news; why the word salvation (Sozo) means much more than going to heaven when you die; a simple test before marriage; real answers to family dynamics and toxic people; how would you answer God if he asked you why you were not living up to your potential; and what one author did when her son was left for dead after a hit and run.

As one company shares, "Success is never owned, it is only rented— and the rent is due every day." Every day is a chance to start fresh, to make amends, to begin again, but at the core the reason behind it all must be founded in character. Find out what seminary students learned in a powerful, real world test of compassion (almost 90% failed); what one famous atheist had to say to his friend that was miraculously delivered from addiction; a powerful note found hidden in an old book; what happens when the veil of spiritual blindness is removed; the shocking testimony of Mother Teresa on losing her faith; what bison teach us about leadership; and Rory Vaden on being challenged to help a child with no money or means to reach their dreams.

Need healing? Consider Barbara Yoder's advise: Where are you sick right now? Put your hand wherever you have something wrong and say, “Who heals all my diseases” (Psalm 103). Things are not always as they seem, there are many deep and practical lessons in the story of David and Goliath (for instance, why did David choose FIVE stones? And why are we told they faced each other in Elah?) Take a journey past the surface of this familiar story and be inspired to face your biggest fears. Plus, 200 year old advise that could have been written today; Paul's promise that, "Satan’s angel did his best to get me down; what he in fact did was push me to my knees"; the truth about Las Vegas and the supposed secrets it holds (it is number one in two categories, divorce and...); praying for more love and less hate; the true power of words; and the chain reaction of men repenting in tears before their wives.

One of the world's most famous songs took 60 years to complete, the final line being added after WWII when people were losing all hope. Faith calls us to sing a new song, the challenge William Baeta shares is, "The desire to be in control of our own lives is the main reason behind the rejection of God’s love." Uncover the power of moving from begging to loving; learn the wisdom of fairness in prayer; be inspired by one woman overcoming the ultimate fear; one man's cry to God to heal his marriage, and what really happened; choosing scarcity or abundance; Dean Graziosi's power phrase; and after selling 30 million albums how Brian Welch moved from cocaine addiction to loving father

The largest single living organism in the world is found in Utah. There is much to learn about life, faith and culture from this biological wonder. Plus, Paul's three directives for living a culture of confusion. Learn some of the reasons colleges are changing, schools are changing, parents and students are changing, and how people are attempting to change the truth. Plus, how to make a difference in this world; a powerful story that will fool you but you will never forget (you have been warned!); startling statistics on our education system; gender confusion; a tool you can begin using today to draw closer to God; what Mother Teresa would not do for a million dollars; why Siegried really became a magician; what to say if you only had one minute to counsel someone depressed; and one of the best quotes on faith in 2000 years.

Life lessons from the consuming passion of the Apostle Paul; understanding that, "Our nation is in a crisis of morality, and this crisis is partially due to the fact that Christians are not what they should be!"; Leonardo Da Vinci on overcoming bitterness; what ancients proclaim angels say; how to affirm love for those who have wounded you (including 3 things you can do in less than a minute to change your entire perspective); why Esau sold his birthright; D. K. Olukoya on overcoming prayer; and a truly compelling story of how a murderer became a missionary in modern day history.

Jay Strack shares the remarkable story of his own abandonment and depression, and ultimately his redemption; plus Dr. Seyle's studies on illness; Tony Robbins' formula for happiness; studies on bullying; blessing and cursing life; learning to have one confession; a famous actor on being rejected for his appearance and learning to overcome self-doubt; Dr. Jenkin's 3 "Ps" of defeat; questioning common beliefs about depression; and the exact type of prayer the Bible says really moves mountains.

The average grocery store has 25,000 items. We are a culture with almost everything we could ever want at our command, but what really brings fulfillment? Learn from professional baseball player Josh Hamilton how he overcame addiction and the devil; why ignorance is NOT bliss; how Habitat Humanity was started by a broken marriage; the ONE thing Sir John Templeton says will make anyone wealthy; a practice for couples that will deepen intimacy in less than five minutes; plus defining love and the impact of a someone able to share another person's greatest pain.