Chris Fabry Live

Bringing an infant home from the hospital is a wonderful, life-altering event. But there's a problem. How do you deal with the exhaustion? If you are being deprived of sleep because of a new baby, Deana Thayer has some advice. She's an infant sleep consultant and parent coach. What's the best way to help mom, dad, and baby learn better sleep habits? Hear the practical help on a "Best of Chris Fabry Live."

Featured resources:
Article: Infant Sleep: Laying the Foundation
Article: Everything New Parents Should Know About Baby Cribs

August thank you gift:
Resolve Conflict and Find Peace and Hope with Adult Children by Kathy Koch

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For the past four years, you've heard the faith, hope, and love of Colleen Chao in the midst of her journey with cancer. On July 27, Colleen's physical struggles ended and now she is home. We'll look back at some of the lessons she learned as she dealt with cancer and how her writing in the last few years exhibited God's mercy and grace. Hear a tribute to Colleen Chao on Chris Fabry Live.

Mentioned resources:
Film: "In the Hands of a Fiercely Tender God" about Colleen Chao's life
Revive Our Hearts podcast 8/3/26: Remembering Collen Chao

Past conversations with Colleen:
April 19, 2022 - Hope in the Face of Death
October 20, 2022 - Hope in the Face of Death Update
November 1, 2023 - Out of the Shadow World
February 19, 2025 - Following Christ Through Cancer
October 22, 2025 - Reflections on Heaven in the Face of Death

Books by Colleen Chao:
In the Hands of a Fiercely Tender God
Out of the Shadow World
On Our Way Home

August thank you gift:
Resolve Conflict and Find Peace and Hope with Adult Children by Kathy Koch

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How do you make the little moments of life matter? That’s what author and artist Ruth Chou Simons will discuss on Chris Fabry Live. Ruth is the mom of six boys and knows daily parenting struggles. She believes a beautiful, meaningful life is attainable, but it’s not automatic. How does the gospel inform how you make dinner, decorate your home, and embrace every moment you’re given? Hear some encouragement for your soul on Chris Fabry Live.

Featured resource:
This Moment Matters: 100 Ways to Cultivate a Grace-Laced Life by Ruth Chou Simons

Resource mentioned:
Film: "In the Hands of a Fiercely Tender God" about Colleen Chao's life

August thank you gift:
Resolve Conflict and Find Peace and Hope with Adult Children by Kathy Koch

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You’ve heard voices of the past and things God has done through Moody Radio for 100 years. Now it’s your turn. What lessons have you learned? What life valleys were you going through when Moody Radio reached you with a message of encouragement and hope? Your story might be exactly what someone else needs to hear. We'll be joined by John Maddox, Roger Basick, Roy Patterson, Deb Solomon, and Karl Knudsen. Share your heart and a little life on Chris Fabry Live.

Featured resource:
Website: Celebrating 100 Years of Moody Radio

July thank you gift:
This is Moody Radio: 100 Years of Proclaiming the Gospel by Kevin Mungons and Phil Shappard

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We've talked about 100 years of gospel ministry through the portal of Moody Radio. Men and women of vision, through trial and error, built the foundation for what we enjoy today. So, do we coast into the future? Just maintain? Or are there opportunities ahead to take this gift from God and launch out in radical faith? Join the conversation on Chris Fabry Live.

Featured resource:
Website: Celebrating 100 Years of Moody Radio
Book: This is Moody Radio: 100 Years of Proclaiming the Gospel by Kevin Mungons and Phil Shappard

July thank you gift:
This is Moody Radio: 100 Years of Proclaiming the Gospel by Kevin Mungons and Phil Shappard

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On this edition of Chris Fabry Live, we’ll focus on three words from scripture: Love one another. Author and retired professor at Moody Bible Institute, Dr. Winfred Neely says we focus a lot on God’s love, as we should. But his love is not always realized in our relationships with one another. Rediscover the power of agape love on Chris Fabry Live.

Featured resource:
A Love to Live By: Rediscovering Agape Love in Scripture by Dr. Winfred O. Neely
Website: Celebrating 100 Years of Moody Radio

July thank you gift:
This is Moody Radio: 100 Years of Proclaiming the Gospel by Kevin Mungons and Phil Shappard

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July 28th, 1926, is a pivotal date for those of us at Moody Radio. It was on that date that the world first heard words broadcast from the studios of Moody Bible Institute. Tuesday on Chris Fabry Live, this 100-year celebration continues with guests and voices of the past who will give thanks to God for His faithfulness for 100 years. Don't miss the encouragement on Chris Fabry Live.

Featured resource:
Website: Celebrating 100 Years of Moody Radio
Book: This is Moody Radio: 100 Years of Proclaiming the Gospel by Kevin Mungons and Phil Shappard

July thank you gift:
This is Moody Radio: 100 Years of Proclaiming the Gospel by Kevin Mungons and Phil Shappard

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We live in a world obsessed with productivity, hustle, and 24/7 connectivity. But what might happen if we lean into the God-ordained gift of rest? Senior editor at The Gospel Coalition Brett McCracken believes embracing sleep counters the exhaustion of modern life, reminds us of our limits, and deepens our dependence on God. Learn about The Wisdom of Sleep—on Chris Fabry Live.

Featured resource:
The Wisdom of Sleep by Brett McCracken
Song heard: "The Gospel of Rest" by Elias Dummer
Website: Celebrating 100 Years of Moody Radio

July thank you gift:
This is Moody Radio: 100 Years of Proclaiming the Gospel by Kevin Mungons and Phil Shappard

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An article in the current Atlantic Monthly proclaims, the age of reading is over. Our correspondent to books and culture, Dr. Rosalie de Rosset responds to that assertion. Being able to read transformed society—it changed the church as well. What will the decline in reading do to our hearts and civilization? Don’t miss the stimulating conversation on Chris Fabry Live.

Featured resource:
Article: "The End of Reading is Here"
Related interview on PBS News Hour
Website: Celebrating 100 Years of Moody Radio

August Book Club selection
The Wise Woman by George MacDonald

July thank you gift:
This is Moody Radio: 100 Years of Proclaiming the Gospel by Kevin Mungons and Phil Shappard

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If you listened to Moody Radio through the years, you know one of the distinctives was the radio drama created. We will welcome back Big Jim, Just Plain Bill, and Dragonfly—members of the Sugar Creek Gang. We'll go from Stories of Great Christians to Ranger Bill and beyond. What's the drama you remember hearing on Moody Radio? Our guests include Jon Gauger, Kim Rasmussen, Larry Shackley, and Lisa Helm. Don't miss the fun on Chris Fabry Live.

Featured resource:
Listen to The Sugar Creek Gang
Listen to Treasures of the Snow
Listen to Sailor Sam
Listen to Little Pilgrim's Progress
Website: Celebrating 100 Years of Moody Radio

July thank you gift:
This is Moody Radio: 100 Years of Proclaiming the Gospel by Kevin Mungons and Phil Shappard

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