Today, on Karl and Crew Mornings, we continued our discussion in Colossians 3:1-11, as well as Ephesians 4:29.  We are called to put off those things that no longer "fit us" as new believers in Christ.  How do we take off the old and put on the new?  Paul uses the clothing metaphor in a very powerful way to understand.  We also talked with Lana Silk who is Chief Executive Officer with Transform Iran USA.  She shared the mission and purpose of the organization, details of her own faith testimony, and how God is moving in the Church in Iran (including a miracle story).  Finally, for the month of January, it's New for You from Karl and Crew! You have just a couple days for a chance to win a copy of Karl's book. Click below to enter. You can hear the highlights of today's show on the Karl and Crew podcast.

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Today on Karl and Crew Mornings, we kicked off a new week in the book of Colossians. We focused in on Colossians 3:2-5 along with Romans 6:13-16. Much in the same way have to clean out the old items in our closets, the Holy Spirit gives us the power to let go of those old, familiar sins that we find ourselves hanging onto. What sins do you need to clean out of your spiritual closet? Our guests this morning were Dave and Ann Wilson, co-hosts of Family Life Today They have spent over 30 years teaching and mentoring couples and parents across the country. Dave and Ann talked with us about what to hang onto and what to let go of in the context of marriage. Finally, for the month of January, it's New for You from Karl and Crew! You have a chance to win a copy of Karl's book not only for yourself, but for your study group too. Click below to enter. You can hear the highlights of today's show on the Karl and Crew podcast.

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Today, on Karl and Crew Mornings, it was Freedom Friday, and we heard a very special testimony from national broadcaster and speaker, Janet Parshall, host of In the Market with Janet Parshall (heard weekdays 4-6pmCT).  Janet has been broadcasting from Washington D.C. for over three decades. She shared her personal faith testimony, a powerful story about her son, and also her heart for where God has called her.  It was a blessed conversation!  Finally, for the month of January, it's New for You from Karl and Crew! You have a chance to win a copy of Karl's book. Click below to enter. You can hear the highlights of today's show on the Karl and Crew podcast.

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Today, on Karl and Crew Mornings, our theme was "Hang On".  We discussed what revelation from God have you discovered and rediscovered that you desperately cling to and why.  Scripture references included Matthew 28:18-20, John 15:5, I John 2:1-2, and Romans 8:39.  We heard testimonies from the team and callers.  Marriage experts, authors, and speakers Dave and Ann Wilson also joined us.  They are also the hosts of Family Life Today heard weekdays at 11am on Moody Radio Chicago.  Dave was the chaplain for the Detroit Lions for over three decades.  He shared life-changing faith stories from NFL players and coaches.  Finally, for the month of January, it's New for You from Karl and Crew! You have a chance to win a copy of Karl's book not only for yourself, but for your study group too. Click below to enter. You can hear the highlights of today's show on the Karl and Crew podcast.

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Today, on Karl and Crew Mornings, we discussed blind spots in the Church. The value of the Church having people from different cultures under one roof is that those blind spots can be revealed. Our scripture reference was Acts 17:16-27, where the Apostle Paul helped the people of Athens see one of their own blind spots. Then we heard from first-generation immigrants about their experiences with culture shock in the United States. Finally, for the month of January, it's New for You from Karl and Crew! You have a chance to win a copy of Karl's book not only for yourself, but for your study group too. Click below to enter. You can hear the highlights of today's show on the Karl and Crew podcast.

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Today, on Karl and Crew Mornings, we continued our weekly theme called "Upside Down Kingdom", and we discussed the difference between what man sees versus God. Man looks at the outward appearance, but God looks at the heart.  The scripture references were I Samuel 16:7 and Proverbs 4:23 including the story of David.  No matter how hard you work on the outside, what's the most important is working on your heart.  Seek God.  Our special guest was Colin Smith, Senior Pastor of The Orchard Evangelical Free Church and teaching host of the radio program Open the Bible (airs @9amCT on Moody Radio Chicago).  He shared his heart into the new year and unpacked faith, hope, and love as truly lived out by the believer.  Finally, for the month of January, it's New for You from Karl and Crew! You have a chance to win a copy of Karl's book not only for yourself, but for your study group too. Click below to enter. You can hear the highlights of today's show on the Karl and Crew podcast.

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Today on Karl and Crew Mornings, we went back to last week's theme for another upside down kingdom principle: the least are the greatest. Jesus told his disciples in James 4:6 that God opposes the proud but gives grace to the humble. If we want to be great, we have be willing to serve others with a posture of humility. We spoke with the award-winning producer and songwriter Matt Bronleewe about his book, What Are You Going to Do?, which tells the story of Everett Swanson and the founding of Compassion International. This child sponsorship program is aimed at releasing children from spiritual, economic, social and physical poverty in Jesus’ name. Finally, for the month of January, it's New for You from Karl and Crew!  You have a chance to win a copy of Karl's book not only for yourself, but for your study group too.  Click below to enter.  You can hear the highlights of today's show on the Karl and Crew podcast.

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Today, on Karl and Crew Mornings, we wrapped up our weekly theme called "Upside Down Kingdom," and we discussed the concept of dying to self in order to live for Christ. Our scripture references were Colossians 3:3 and Galatians 5:24. We also talked with Dr. Erwin Lutzer. He is the Pastor Emeritus of Moody Church and an award-winning author. Dr. Lutzer went to the book of Revelation to share some encouragement for the Church in the face of a new year and an ever-changing world. Karl is currently in India, and today we got to check in with him! He shared with us the hope and light of Jesus that he sees in among the workers of Mumbai's red light district. He is working with India Partners, a ministry that seeks to improve the lives of children and families suffering in poverty in India. Finally, for the month of January, it's New for You from Karl and Crew! You have a chance to win a copy of Karl's book not only for yourself, but for your study group too. Click below to enter. You can hear the highlights of today's show on the Karl and Crew podcast.

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Today, on Karl and Crew Mornings, we continued our weekly theme called "Upside Down Kingdom", and we discussed the difference between walking by faith and walking by sight. Our scripture references were 2 Cor. 4:13-18 and 2 Cor. 5:6-7. We also talked with Dr. Gary Chapman about how to love a difficult spouse. Finally, for the month of January, it's New for You from Karl and Crew! You have a chance to win a copy of Karl's book not only for yourself, but for your study group too. Click below to enter. You can hear the highlights of today's show on the Karl and Crew podcast.

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Today, on Karl and Crew Mornings, we continued our weekly theme called "Upside Down Kingdom", and we discussed the difference between worldly intellect versus God's Word.  Our scripture references were I Corinthians 1:17-19 and I Corinthians 2:14.  Knowing great things and having high intellect does not equate with knowing Jesus.  We also talked with award-winning author and radio personality, Chris Fabry.  He shared from his latest book, "Saving Grayson".  Chris discussed the theme of process vs. outcome, and even through the struggle, trust the process; trust God that He is doing a good work in us.  Finally, for the month of January, it's New for You from Karl and Crew!  You have a chance to win a copy of Karl's book not only for yourself, but for your study group too.  Click below to enter.  You can hear the highlights of today's show on the Karl and Crew podcast.

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