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What if the very thing holding you back from your future is what you refuse to let go of?

Following Jesus isn’t comfortable, convenient, or predictable—but it is always worth it. In a culture that celebrates options, security, and self-promotion, God calls us to something radically different: surrender, faithfulness, and full devotion.

In this episode, Christine Caine unpacks 1 Kings 19:1–21 and the powerful moment when Elisha burns his ploughs to follow God’s call. Through this message, you’ll discover why calling is not something you chase—but something you prepare for through faithfulness right where you are. This episode will challenge you to let go of what’s familiar so you can step into what God has prepared, reminding you that a life fully surrendered to Jesus is always worth the cost.

✨If you ever asked questions like…

● Why does following Jesus feel so costly?

● How do I know when it’s time to let something go?

● Do I have to have everything figured out before I obey God?

Then this is for you.

What you’ll learn:

● Why you must let go of the past to step into God’s future

● How faithfulness in the “ploughing” season prepares you for your calling

● What it really means to go all in with Jesus—without a backup plan

Want to grow deeper in a flourishing life with God?

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Christine Caine is a speaker, New York Times bestselling author, and activist who has been serving the local church globally for over 30 years. She and her husband, Nick, founded the anti-human trafficking organization, The A21 Campaign, which works at the local, domestic, and international level to end modern-day slavery. They also founded Equip & Empower, a ministry that is mobilizing people everywhere to live on mission for Jesus. Propel Women is an initiative of the ministry dedicated to coming alongside women around the globe to activate their God-given purpose. You can tune in to her weekly Equip and Empower Podcast to be encouraged by the hope of Jesus wherever you are. Christine holds a Master’s Degree in Evangelism and Leadership from Wheaton College.

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David and Jason Benham share their story of having their HGTV show cancelled as a result of some public opposition to their Christian beliefs. Hear about cancel culture before it was a trend and be challenged to share your faith in love - bold and broken - in the culture.

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For much of his life, Lee Strobel has been inspiring people to believe in Jesus Christ. In this discussion, he equips parents to engage their teens in meaningful conversations about the existence of God. He’ll encourage you to invite the hard questions from your teen about life and help them stand with confidence in the Christian faith.

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What do you do when following Jesus could cost you your family, your freedom, or even your life?

This week, Rachel Morley, the Senior SRP Specialist for Open Doors, joins Jaime for an eye-opening and deeply moving conversation about the realities facing the persecuted church today.

In this episode, Rachel shares the unique, often hidden, and complex challenges that Christian women face in hostile regions around the world. She opens up about the heartbreaking reality of secret believers, the threat of forced marriages, and the profound cost of choosing Christ in places like Afghanistan, Somalia, India and Bangladesh.

Rachel also unpacks incredible stories of resilience that prove God is still doing the impossible in impossible places. From believers finding peace in the face of familial betrayal to Muslims encountering Jesus in miraculous dreams and visions, this conversation highlights the unbreakable spirit of the global church. She also introduces a powerful, simple way to intercede when you don't have the answers: the "somehow" prayer.

You'll walk away inspired by the courageous faith of our persecuted brothers and sisters, reminded that God's light shines brightest in the darkest places, and equipped with practical ways to stand with them in prayer.

Visit ODUS.org to learn more about how you can support persecuted believers, explore the World Watch List at ODUS.org/WWL, and follow them on Facebook at Open Doors US for daily prayer requests, videos, and stories of hope.

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On today's true crime mega-episode, Megyn goes into the archive and brings her deep dive into the JonBenet Ramsey case with an in-depth interview with her father John Ramsey, the look into "Dopesick" and the opioid crisis, and some of the worst of the worst criminals with a focus on "Family Annihilators."

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