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Many historians believe that the first-ever radio broadcast of music and speech was heard by radio operators on US Navy and other ships in the Atlantic on Christmas Eve, 1906. Instead of the usual beeps and pulses to transmit codes, they listened to Reginald Fessenden play a violin solo of the Christmas carol, “O, Holy Night.” Fessenden closed his broadcast by echoing the angels’ praise: “Glory to God in the highest heaven!” (Luke 2:14). The listeners must have been startled by the evocative music and statement of praise over the birth of Jesus.

The first people surprised by Jesus’ birth were the shepherds who’d been keeping to their usual business of watching their sheep at night. Then an angel appeared, shining with the glory of God and giving the shepherds a fright. The angel urged them not to be afraid and declared: “I bring you good news that will cause great joy for all the people. Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is the Messiah, the Lord” (vv. 10–11). The shepherds left their sheep to investigate the angel’s words and found the baby lying in a manger, just as they had been told (vv. 16, 20). 

The shepherds accepted this good news of great joy. May we too rejoice and share the wonders of Jesus’ birth and life.

Are you feeling the pressure to buy just one more thing? With deadlines, expectations, and last-minute sales, impulse spending can quietly take hold. God offers a wiser, more liberating approach to giving—one rooted in love, rather than pressure. On the next Faith & Finance Live, Rob West talks about emotional buying and how to stay intentional. Then, it’s your calls. That’s Faith and Finance Live . . . biblical wisdom for your financial decisions, weekdays at 4pm Eastern/3pm Central on Moody Radio.

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Todd has Fortis Institute Fellow Dr. Jason Lisle back in the studio today for Wretched Radio.

Segment 1

• UFOs are a perennially hot topic, but most have a reasonable explanation.

• Belief in aliens often fills a void for people in the realm of ultimate questions.

• We’re not alone, because God is already here—and He’s revealed the truth.

Segment 2

• Most UFO sightings are predictable science, not extraterrestrial visitors.

• Scripture makes Earth the center of God’s plan—no need for alien saviors.

• The burden isn’t on Christians to disprove aliens, but on skeptics to prove them.

Segment 3

• The world’s climate has always changed, and warming has historically been a positive thing.

• Modern panic relies on conjectural models, not measurable facts.

• Carbon isn’t the enemy; it fuels food, life, and growth.

Segment 4

• Climate alarmism thrives on fear because fear drives power and control.

• God promised stable seasons—global collapse isn’t coming.

• Using technology to heal honors God; using it to replace Him repeats Babel.

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Listen to today's Laugh Again with Phil Callaway, "Christmas Traditions." Enjoy!

Some look to government as a panacea for all things. They act as if good government can bring a utopia on earth. That's hype. It is an expectation that not only exceeds the government’s power, but ignores the fallen nature of everyone in authority. But there is hope. Dr. John points to the only Ruler who is worthy to reign forever. He is promised by God and sung by angelic choirs. 

Christmas: Hype or Hope?: In our culture, Christmas has become a celebration disjointed from its original intent. The party of Christmas overshadows the meaning of Christmas. In our society, it has the "too much makeup" appearance and is exploited for commercial profit. There is a lot of hype. Where is the hope? In this 5-message series, Dr. John Neufeld distills the meaning from the mayhem. Listen to recover the reason and joy of Christmas. 

The whole idea of Christmas revolves around the idea of a gift, appropriately enough. Giving and receiving gifts at Christmas is often a touching and sometimes surprising experience.

John 3:16 is quite possibly the most well known verse in the entire Bible. It's seen on bumper stickers, T-shirts…even at football games. But our familiarity with this passage can make us numb to the truth it offers. In this message, hear Chuck Swindoll explain God's amazing love.

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J.John explains why we need to take the Great Commission seriously and share Jesus Christ with our friends and neighbors in a ‘natural’ way. He encourages us to invest in others through prayer, small acts of caring, and by reaching across social barriers.

Theologian Joel Muddamalle, author of The Hidden Peace, knows we have less control than we want, more fear than we're comfortable with, and just enough insecurity to continually remind us of our shortcomings. Joel believes God has better for us, and it begins in an unexpected place. With relatable stories, practical wisdom, and biblical theology broken down into digestible takeaways, unearth a surprising, trusting calm.

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