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Segment 1

• Todd and Dr. Greg Gifford discussing mental health and transformation at KSU.

• Free speech vs. foolish speech—where’s the line?

• Jimmy Kimmel suspended—raises questions about consistency in “hate speech” rules.

Segment 2

• Campus reactions to the Charlie Kirk assassination.

• Free speech protects almost everything short of inciting violence—but misuse of it is rampant.

• Where should Christians stand when free speech clashes with biblical wisdom?

Segment 3

• Don Lemon labels the Charlie Kirk memorial “Christian Nationalism.”

• What actually is Christian Nationalism, and was the memorial an example?

• Agreeing on essentials unites us—but should secondary differences divide us?

Segment 4

• Todd jokes about being a “fool”—but what kind?

• Quick guide: explaining free speech and Christian Nationalism simply.

• Ilhan Omar spreads false claims about Charlie Kirk.

• Erika Kirk: she doesn’t want the sole decision on the murderer’s death penalty.

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Everyone seeks something lasting and meaningful, but most search in the wrong places. Dr. John explains that Jesus suffered "outside the camp" to sanctify us, and calls believers to join Him there—bearing reproach and rejection from the world. He emphasizes the sobering truth that "here we have no lasting city" but we seek the city that is to come. Rather than investing in temporary earthly pursuits, Christians should offer continual praise to God and share generously with others, recognizing that only eternal things truly matter.

The Jesus Effect: Faith in Jesus ought to make a difference in our lives. The good news is not simply a message of comfort or hope; the Gospel is a message of transformation! In this 10 message series, Dr. John teaches about the changes Jesus makes in our worship, conduct, and relationships. Listen to these messages and get ready to be changed.

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We live in a society of isolation and indifference. But the truth is, we need each other. When you’re separate, you’re weak. And if you think you can make it through life on your own, you’re headed for a fall.

Ever wonder about the women in the Bible? From Eve to Mary, their stories aren't just background noise—they're central to God's plan. Nana Dolce, author of The Seed of the Woman, joins Dave and Ann Wilson, hosts of the FamilyLife Today Podcast, to reveal how the faith and lives of these incredible women point directly to Jesus.

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Journey into the refreshment of Romans 8 with Pastor Chuck Swindoll. After learning about sin, the law, and the wretchedness of humankind, this chapter comes like a breath of clean, cool mountain air.

From the Series: Romans: The Christian’s Constitution

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Every marriage can benefit from a review of some relationship basics like accepting each other’s differences, navigating anger well, learning how to apologize, and being willing to serve your spouse. Dr. Gary Chapman shares stories about his own marriage and couples he’s counseled, offering Bible-based advice and encouragement about marriage.

Joy and purpose in singleness, plus a single guy’s take on being unmarried, and is it ever time to give up on marriage completely? 

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Roundtable: What to Love About Being Single

Singleness isn’t a death sentence. The Bible considers singleness a noble calling, so whether you’re content as a single or you’re praying for a mate, use your single season to grow, serve, build relationships, learn and embrace adventure. In honor of National Singles Week, our guests, all single, share their best stories and advice for embracing singleness with confidence and joy — and taking time to enjoy the ride.           

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Culture: Making the Most of Singleness

Bob Wheatley was a pro baseball player. He’s now a brand strategist, author, speaker — and single guy. He recently wrote a book about navigating life as an unmarried man in his early 30s, and what it looks like to walk in faithfulness today while hoping for marriage in the future. Bob uses everything from the words of Paul to lessons from his own life to outline the advantages of singleness, the need for accountability and friendship, and the blessings of trusting God with your single season.  

Single-Minded: Finding Purpose & Strength in Your Season of Singleness

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Inbox: Is It Time to Become a Nun?

Our listener is discouraged and wants to know if she should give up on marriage and consign herself to a nunnery. Lisa Anderson weighs in.  

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Our son was falling in love. I mean like the big one - like the girl he ended up marrying. Our beautiful Navajo daughter now. Our son lived on the Hopi Indian Reservation in Arizona, and the girl of his dreams lived in a remote area of the Navajo Reservation. It was about an hour drive to get out to her house to see her, but he managed - frequently. And the road? Oh, boy! It's one of those reservation roads that kills your shock absorbers, covers you with dust, and even opens up a crater or two for you to dodge. It's not that there weren't better roads around in that area; there are some nicely paved highways with some beautiful views. They even had some nice girls living on them probably. But my son didn't take any of those, for one very good reason. There was only one road that led to the destination he wanted.

I'm Ron Hutchcraft and I'd like to have A Word With You today about "The Only Way to Choose Your Road."

What is that? It's the same way our son chose the road he took - does it get me to the destination I want? That's especially important when the destination is eternal; the place you'll be forever. God deeply wants you and me to be with Him forever in heaven. So He makes the road very clear.

Our word for today from the Word of God comes from Isaiah 43:11. "I, even I, am the Lord, and apart from Me there is no Savior." How many roads? According to the One who decides, there is one. Now notice, God doesn't say "apart from Me there is no religion." There are many religions. God doesn't say, "Apart from Me there is no teacher." Again, there have been many spiritual teachers. And God doesn't tell us, "Apart from Me there is no spirituality." There's a whole buffet of inspiring spiritual experiences. If what will get us to heaven is a religion or a religious leader or spirituality, take your pick. There are many roads.

But God says what we need is a Savior, someone who can rescue us from a dying situation. Later in the same chapter in the Bible, God explains what it takes to have a relationship with Him and to make it to heaven. "I, even I, am He who blots out your transgressions, for My own sake, and remembers your sins no more." God says, "You've got to have your sins totally erased." No amount of doing good can erase my doing bad. No amount of sincere spirituality can pay the death penalty that sin requires. Only one person even claimed to do that.

In the Bible's words, speaking of Jesus, "He carried our sins in His own body on the tree." So that's why Jesus says, "I am the way. No man comes to the Father except through Me" (John 14:6). Apart from Him there is no Savior. And apart from a Savior, you and I don't stand a chance with God.

There are many beautiful roads with many beautiful people on them. But only the Savior road gets you to the eternal destination you want, which is heaven. The only issue that will really matter forever is whether or not you took the road God provided at the cost of His only Son's life.

You've thought about it, maybe even argued about it, but maybe today your heart is saying, "I do need a Savior. It's time." If you want Jesus, the Savior, to finally be your Savior, would you tell Him that right now? "Jesus, you're the One who died for me for what I've done against God, I am yours beginning today. I'm grabbing You like a drowning person would grab a rescuer."

I'd love to help you be sure you belong to Him; to nail down this relationship and get it settled. That's why our website exists, and I want to invite you to go there. It's ANewStory.com. Would you check it out as soon as you can today?

One day, maybe unexpectedly, your earth-journey will come to an abrupt end. And then it's eternity. From then on and forever, all that matters is what road you chose to get to heaven...because t