What does it mean to be ready for Christ's coming? Pastor Doug Rowland teaches through two parables in Matthew 25 that guide us in preparing for His coming. Do you have an urgent expectation of Jesus' coming? If so, what should mark our days as we wait, and what does Jesus teach us about who will be commended? Don't miss this special time and teaching in God's Word on Tuesday's Mornings with Seth and Deb!

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Today, on Karl and Crew, we continued our focus on the Book of Esther, discussing how taking a risk for others leaves room for God to show up. Esther was a young woman who stood up to prevent the persecution of her people. She put her life on the line unapoligetically, and in Esther 4:16, it says that she called for her people to fast while she took the risk and said, “If I perish, I perish.” Have you ever taken a stand or risk for others, not knowing the outcome? We also turned to Hebrews 11, which provides examples of biblical figures that took risks and had faith through it all. We even heard from the Boom Crew and their risky, faith-filled stories. You can hear the highlights of today’s program on Karl and Crew Showcast.

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What is the role of hope in mental health and working through mental health struggles? Mental Health Counselor David Beebe joins Seth and Deb for a segment on how hope plays a role in improving mental health and treating mental health struggles. David will point to research that reveals hope's impact in healing specific conditions, including anxiety- and trauma-related disorders. He explores the ultimate hope God offers through Jesus, how to practice hope,  and how we can learn to hope as God would have us to hope!

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Did you know that your body has a role to play in the life to come? Dr. John Koessler says knowing that our body's eternal significance affects the way we use it in the present. How so? How does the cross, the empty tomb, and the importance of Christ's resurrection refresh our daily lives with hope? The Today in the Word study for this month answers those questions and many more as Dr. John Koessler leads the study this month on The Resurrection. Seth and Deb will be visiting with Dr. Koessler about this month's study and how the truth of the bodily resurrection of our Lord offers hope for our future!

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Today, on Karl and Crew, we began our weekly focus on the Book of Esther by discussing the importance of trusting the Lord over worldly securities and comforts. You may rely on specific daily amenities for stability or routine, such as cars, investments, insurance, etc, and you can quickly become dependent. We turned to Psalm 20:7, where we are encouraged to remember the name of the Lord our God over the chariots that may help alleviate daily needs or tasks. We can’t become dependent on the chariots that comfort us because sometimes we are called to disrupt that comfort for the good of others. In Esther 4:14, Esther was asked to risk her comfort in the palace to save her people from persecution, and she did. She jeopardized her chariot for the sake of her people. Are you willing to risk your chariot? Our special guest, Rob West, also joined us to discuss placing our trust in God instead of financial securities. Rob hosts the nationally syndicated radio program "Faith and Finance LIVE," which explores how faith and finance intersect. He also hosts the Faith and Finance podcast, which is connected to the app FaithFi. Rob also authored a 21-day devotional, "Look at the Sparrows.” You can hear the highlights of today’s program on Karl and Crew Showcast.

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National Love Our Children Day is April 5, and as we consider how we love our children, what could be better than to share about Jesus with them? How does the work of Wycliffe Bible Translators play into that love for children around the world? How do Bible translation efforts impact the youngest generations? These are questions answered by Wycliffe Bible Translator's Melissa Paredes, who visits with Seth and Deb and introduces us to Kate and Mack's resources for kids on Friday's Mornings with Seth and Deb!

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On this Freedom Friday, we concluded our weekly theme of fasting with a discussion on fasting the right way. Fasting is a time of intimacy and devotion to the Lord, so we must approach it with a humble and seeking heart. We turned to Isaiah 58, which instructs us that our fasting should be pleasing to God, not based on our expectations or motives. We also discussed the pressures of evangelizing to others, and   Andrew Steier joined us to share his insights about the evangelizing organization he works with. Andrew is the Director of Always Going, a Christian organization dedicated to teaching others how to evangelize with a focused worldview. The organization strives to reach others with the gospel in ways that go beyond general communication methods. Andrew has also authored and self-published a book called, “Always Going: The Joyful Overflow of Everday Evangelism.” You can hear the highlights of today’s program on Karl and Crew Showcast.

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Today, on Karl and Crew, we continued our weekly theme of fasting with a discussion about the rewards, blessings, and intimacy with the Lord that come from fasting. We turned to Daniel 9:3-5, where Daniel tells us that the Lord heard him and honored his plea when he fasted and prayed. How often do you draw near to the Lord through fasting? Drew Dyck also joined us to discuss how God can transform ordinary things into extraordinary ones. Drew is an Acquisitions Editor with Moody Publishers and a contributing editor for Christianity Today's Pastors section. He has also authored several books, including “Generation Ex-Christian: Why Young Adults Are Leaving the Faith and How to Bring Them Back.” You can hear the highlights of today’s program on Karl and Crew Showcast.

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How do we remain full of joy in the toughest of times? Nicolet Bell spent many years in cheer practice, and today she joins Seth and Deb to challenge us to practice a different cheer, one that is birthed by gratitude and looking at how we can spread some cheer! Take a few minutes to discover where real joy is found and what it means to live a life marked by radical joy, unshakeable faith, and intentional choice in all seasons of life!

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On this post "Liberation Day", Cedarville University's Director of the Center for Political Studies and Professor Dr. Mark Caleb Smith joins a conversation on Mornings with Seth and Deb to comment and offers an expert's perspective on the President's announcement Thursday.  Mark will explain the actions taken and offer a Biblical perspective on how to consider and respond to the headlines in a way that honors Christ and furthers His Kingdom purposes.

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