Monday has a way of making us feel like everything depends on us. Before we've even finished our first cup of coffee, we're already carrying schedules, responsibilities, and the weight of the entire week.

But Jesus gives us a different invitation.

In today's Word of Life from John 15, we'll discover that the Christian life isn't sustained by trying harder—it's sustained by staying connected to Christ. Just as a branch receives everything it needs by remaining connected to the vine, we discover that the fruit God desires in our lives grows naturally from abiding in Him.

We'll also celebrate faithful grandparents who provide stability for generations, hear a moving story of unexpected generosity at a nail salon, enjoy a heartfelt visit from some young guests at the JFM studio, and be encouraged by actress Tamera Mowry Howsley's reminder that the safest place is in the will of God.

💬 Question of the Day

What helps you stay connected to Jesus during a busy week?

Prayer

Reading Scripture

Worship

Quiet time with God

Listening to Christian Radio

If today's episode encourages you, I'd love to invite you to:

• Join me live weekday mornings from 6:00–10:00 AM Central on 88.5 JFM by listening online at 885jfm.com
• Follow or subscribe to the Lifeline Morning Show Podcast so you never miss a new episode.
• Share today's episode with someone who could use a little encouragement this week.

🎧 Lifeline Podcast Family Edition (Expanded Version)

Want the complete morning with us?

Today's Family Edition includes the full live broadcast, including behind-the-scenes moments from my first day back from vacation, listener interactions from across the country, our Alabama Adventure Splash Adventure giveaway, This Day in History, and the fun conversations that didn't make the Focused edition.

Episode:
https://youtu.be/AudavFAcsTE

Playlist:
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLX5CERbCPq2_QPwU-2iG5FnKwAYZMfcEo

🙌 A Big Thank You To

• Jessica Kayati (TikTok)• Tamera Mowry Housley (TikTok)• Alex Greaner (TikTok)• Jordan Canova (TikTok)• The JFM Family

🎵 Spotify Music Playlist

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6byIheVLZvWg5AeKE3E1GP?si=uY6FhtLFTIWjvjNsszoBBg

🎶 Today's Music• Miracles — Colton Dixon
https://youtu.be/mlz0nj1qPkk?si=o2UkdpHpIQt7gs9U

• Always Only Jesus — MercyMe
https://youtu.be/Ff-7fC3mc2k?si=UdyaWzTnpSmCWx6C

• Breathe On It — Tauren Wells
https://youtu.be/9hW9sNMn2A0?si=6OiiCVo4eq8P-80T

• Won't Start Now — Seph Schlueter
https://youtu.be/x_nhhTzm0JE?si=byXPEtvv4w6awzut

• Good — Matthew West
https://youtu.be/BquLbLcwrZU?si=2OtrlT2_AMi8fPCJ

• Mirror Like The Moon — MK Green
https://youtu.be/-XaFU-VNpQQ?si=M9utcGDKifslveRa

• This Little Light — MK Green
https://youtu.be/LVx35SMgTco?si=bZtA9ZkzQCqTbLvs

• Rescue Me — We The Kingdom
https://youtu.be/u6yxJ4fGP2s?si=TH2HQdYadBrKrTsP

• Wait For Me — Zach Williams
https://youtu.be/dm-bT_N36a8?si=3zlLcV425fsrKoat

• Meet Me In The Valley — Tasha Layton
https://youtu.be/uLas2emT-SY?si=GkjfA6TLE1Q3z9sg

• Hey Girl — Anne Wilson
https://youtu.be/Z1I6oHPt1Vk?si=W9mBpTVAcqqU-cGI

• When A Cowboy Prays — Brandon Lake & Cody Johnson
https://youtu.be/MC6FYj7zdWY?si=t1oN9I5qzcbp1kqz

• God Be The Glory — We Are Messengers
https://youtu.be/gFf2gTbM_7U?si=PHb3d1U4e41pxIVb

• A Lil Church — TobyMac
https://youtu.be/i_BS4naAGcA?si=ecgjbQCnCqKqATxI

Peace usually doesn't happen accidentally.

Somebody has to choose not to feed the tension.Somebody has to choose not to sharpen the comeback.Somebody has to choose to build people up instead of simply proving they're right.

Today's Word of Life comes from Romans 14:19, where Paul reminds believers to pursue harmony and build one another up. Together we'll explore what biblical peacemaking really looks like - not avoiding truth, but allowing love to shape the way we handle disagreement.

Along the way, you'll hear wisdom from longtime JFM family member Mary Ellis, a timely Drive Time Devotion from Pastor Larry Walls, and several highlights from my conversation with rising Christian artist MK Green, whose heart for Jesus shines through every part of her story.

If today's episode encourages you, I'd love to invite you to:

• Join me live weekday mornings from 6:00–10:00 AM Central on 88.5 JFM by listening online at 885jfm.com

• Follow or subscribe to the Lifeline Morning Show Podcast so you never miss a new episode.

• Share this episode with someone who could use a little encouragement today.

🎧 Lifeline Podcast Family Edition (Expanded Version)

Episode: https://youtu.be/vSdMtekCLks

Playlist:https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLX5CERbCPq2_QPwU-2iG5FnKwAYZMfcEo

🙌 Special ThanksA heartfelt thank you to everyone who helped make today's show possible:

• MK Green

• Sophie Diener (TikTok)

• MarkDoesLife (TikTok)

• Erika with a K (TikTok)

• Breanne Burke (TikTok)

• Jimmy Lee Eudy

• Mary Ellis

💬 Question of the DayWhen have you seen someone choose peace instead of winning the argument?

🟢 In my family

🔵 At church

🟡 At work

🟣 I've experienced it personally

🎵 Spotify Music Playlisthttps://open.spotify.com/playlist/4guLCzUaWI3RBLABgScC6q?si=GSGnxW41ThCnyLy4bok5aQ

🎶 Today's Music• This Little Light — MK Green
https://youtu.be/LVx35SMgTco?si=0dG-O_TX1TIK5Pec

• How Great Is Our God — Chris Tomlin
https://youtu.be/XV4nOVmWW2A?si=aRUwoAbfjJlbcqxo

• Miracles — Colton Dixon
https://youtu.be/mlz0nj1qPkk?si=CoGl4C1TB1imtOC2

• Still — Crowder
https://youtu.be/H3rcQA8mLj0?si=Pe3DOGmfRQswFBPc

• Mirror Like The Moon — MK Green
https://youtu.be/-XaFU-VNpQQ?si=HaS0M8AIM6NGTpkj

• Rescue Me — We The Kingdom
https://youtu.be/u6yxJ4fGP2s?si=_EeqG1bWgI0ODV3L

• All I Can Say — MK Green
https://youtu.be/E0v2P6Emt2c?si=bvHb5ZXrxizH6mzN

• Worship Through It — Tasha Layton
https://youtu.be/cBw1ZmBi7ZI?si=LT6xGDODv7vEtrNQ

• Stand Strong — The Band JAREN
https://youtu.be/fVpFqqERQ1o?si=U2o_LWTJhQtouRWi

• If I Got Jesus — Ben Fuller
https://youtu.be/gc2sNY5HMV8?si=wzpCQWjtqV8JsHfq

• That's Who I Praise — Brandon Lake
https://youtu.be/hefLdjeclSs?si=AOc50QJdM45r-2hM

• God I'm Just Grateful — Chandler Moore
https://youtu.be/-AO1LBEa92Q?si=JNc5wiR6tMovQXwG

Welcome to another episode of the Lifeline Morning Show Podcast.

Some wounds don't heal overnight.

Some hurts stay with us far longer than we'd like.

And sometimes the hardest person to forgive... is ourselves.

Today we continue our Love Where You Are series by looking at one of the most difficult commands Jesus gives us: forgive because you've been forgiven.

Together we'll explore:

• What forgiveness really means—and what it doesn't• Why forgiveness isn't pretending the hurt never happened• How resentment quietly becomes bitterness if left unchecked• Learning to forgive yourself by accepting God's grace• Finding contentment instead of constantly focusing on what you lack• Why healing begins when we surrender our hurt to Christ

Today's Word of Life from Colossians 3:12–14 reminds us to clothe ourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, patience, and above all, love. Forgiveness doesn't erase what happened—but it keeps the hurt from becoming your permanent home.

📖 Today's Word of LifeColossians 3:12–14 (NLT)

💬 Spotify Poll / Question of the DayWhat's the hardest part of forgiveness?

• Letting go of the hurt
• Trusting again
• Forgiving myself
• Praying for the person

🎙 Listen to the Family Edition (Expanded Version)Episode:https://youtu.be/gR-NMGerSFcPlaylist:https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLX5CERbCPq2_QPwU-2iG5FnKwAYZMfcEo

📻 Join Us Live!Listen to the Lifeline Morning Show weekdays from 6:00–10:00 AM Central at 885JFM.com by clicking "On Now."

If today's episode encouraged you, we'd love for you to:

⭐ Follow the podcast
⭐ Leave a rating or review
⭐ Share this episode with someone who may need to hear it.

Every share helps us bring Real Hope. Real Faith. Real Life. to more people.

🎵 Spotify Music Playlisthttps://open.spotify.com/playlist/5MzT3dkKkzBrF0QyH96idj?si=WQO7xrv9QpmRsB7kWDklEQ

🎶 Today's SongsThe River — Jordan Feliz
https://youtu.be/maT4phfTXR4?si=egSZwxO7Snh6EsWg

Heaven Help Me — Zach Williams
https://youtu.be/1CH5QaYzinI?si=BzqPvkT5P8IlE659

How Good It Is — Chris Tomlin
https://youtu.be/6qBlRNki-Xc?si=UPTWfUyLcPT-e8gH

I've Got A Fire — Pat Barrett
https://youtu.be/zIl8zN_2jN4?si=UtrxK7OAExRhK9eZ

World On Fire — for KING & COUNTRY
https://youtu.be/z9uAU8Z3zkk?si=jTCOq_dMYtTpJKhh

That's Who I Praise — Brandon Lake
https://youtu.be/LxOOxjyDSh8?si=E4a0GXTlNXID9di1

Mirror Like The Moon — MK Green
https://youtu.be/-XaFU-VNpQQ?si=dJrVbPY_zHy1tDIm

That's My King — CeCe Winans
https://youtu.be/AB-3Av8RYo8?si=4TQle8MKemhkLXpz

Miracle Power — We The Kingdom
https://youtu.be/I40zY0abJK8?si=jC5UHLLJ3esozMfj

Rescue Story — Zach Williams
https://youtu.be/Q3aP5iuJITg?si=d_1OV3K-RAPFAEdH

Whisper & The Wind — Bodie
https://youtu.be/HdtuYVU5h8o?si=ncfISJl2aQzkr0-v

No Smoke — Emerson Day
https://youtu.be/GNVmPpDOu0U?si=ab-GKS1xzbQlBRhO

God, I'm Just Grateful — Chandler Moore
https://youtu.be/YbGFYaA0SbY?si=3OU8jxT-ZyQNETcd

Rescue Me — We The Kingdom
https://youtu.be/u6yxJ4fGP2s?si=4IzU0CgqDNk6PiKK

God Of This Place — David Leonard
https://youtu.be/tV1GIlAVG40?si=kFhmKiRJ8T6Wg8Wy

Have Your Way — Katy Nichole
https://youtu.be/IFi64SKCJjE?si=y84lnsETYPHU9hpH

Again — Jeremy Camp
https://youtu.be/zcMtO-qTHe0?si=LkzdFJ5zkaJyEKxm

❤️ Special ThanksLeslie Means (TikTok)Kallee Spencer (TikTok)Mark Does Life (TikTok)MJ Harvell (TikTok)TrentTribe (TikTok)Davi (TikTok)ThatHikerChick (TikTok)Lauren MitchellMargaret SimpsonPastor Larry WallsEmilyDenton

Welcome to another episode of the Lifeline Morning Show Podcast!

This week we're continuing our series "Love Where You Are," and today's conversation centers on one of the most powerful gifts God has given us—our words.

Ephesians 4:29 reminds us that our words should be good, helpful, and encouraging. In a world filled with criticism, sarcasm, and negativity, your encouragement may be exactly what someone needs today.

Together we'll talk about:

• Why encouragement is never wasted• The words someone may remember for years• Speaking life into your family, coworkers, and strangers• Moses' conversation with God and learning to trust what He's already placed in our hands• Why your voice has more influence than you realize

Sometimes the smallest compliment...
The text you almost didn't send...
The encouragement you almost kept to yourself...

...can become the very thing that lifts someone back up.

📖 Today's Word of Life

Don’t use foul or abusive language. Let everything you say be good and helpful, so that your words will be an encouragement to those who hear them. Ephesians 4:29 (NLT)

💬 Question of the DayWhat's one encouraging thing someone said to you that you've never forgotten?

• A compliment
• A word of encouragement
• Someone believed in me
• Someone prayed for me

🎧 Listen to the Family Edition (Expanded Version)

Episode: https://youtu.be/0LN6dCM6k-w

Playlist:https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLX5CERbCPq2_QPwU-2iG5FnKwAYZMfcEo

📻 Join Us Live!Listen to the Lifeline Morning Show weekdays from 6:00–10:00 AM Central at 885JFM.com.

If this episode encouraged you, we'd love for you to follow the podcast, leave a rating, and share it with a friend. Your shares are helping this ministry reach more people every week, and we're grateful you're part of the JFM family.

Real Hope. Real Faith. Real Life.

🎵 Spotify Music Playlisthttps://open.spotify.com/playlist/3eEnsRL16AN5aJyQ1DIOoH?si=eHxeCBjARxOJA0j4gufaug

🎶 Today's SongsGood — Matthew West
https://youtu.be/BquLbLcwrZU?si=KWlaEdVVFo1pxKdZ

So Long — Peter Burton
https://youtu.be/Mk7fDb-CQnQ?si=RbnPrEsu6RKz9XHV

This Little Light — MK Green
https://youtu.be/LVx35rG5uOjDpuj4v

Won't Start Now — Seph Schlueter
https://youtu.be/x_nhhTzm0JE?si=eopABa1e5QugF46s

Yes I Will — Vertical Worship
https://youtu.be/U-fu6lfrA-0?si=zi7xBvtyF__GlD_g

Place In This World — for KING & COUNTRY & Michael W. Smith
https://youtu.be/SDmsRhWpsYw?si=Xxe-NApPokIoRd4m

Perfectly Loved — Rachael Lampa & TobyMac
https://youtu.be/WfUkEgG5rEk?si=gPoItFqTE6ycZbWk

Shackles — Mary Mary
https://youtu.be/V7eZD3TKn_M?si=vUZV-98qkk7dNijy

Lord It Feels Good — TobyMac & Gio
https://youtu.be/aTGfoWWSU68?si=BLYaQj4xwgXlt_ul

Rescue Me — We The Kingdom
https://youtu.be/u6yxJ4fGP2s?si=e5-uy2Z5c0axkIfL

Alleluia — Elevation Worship
https://youtu.be/zOCbWOw0PPE?si=ucT5ezrq9oxifUtg

I've Got A Fire — Pat Barrett
https://youtu.be/zIl8zN_2jN4?si=n1FNUx_BX033at45

How Good It Is — Chris Tomlin
https://youtu.be/a_H4bNsmQvc?si=F3XEXelB7WmScVmK

Washed — Elevation Rhythm
https://youtu.be/JjgkhHlTROQ?si=C46r96atImCV18_Z

Mirror Like The Moon — MK Green
https://youtu.be/-XaFU-VNpQQ?si=2ckP1c1lQu8wj6rT

I Got You — Danny Gokey
https://youtu.be/FLcTLLflFYE?si=kzUM779kppU2SojP

Praise God For That — Jordan Feliz
https://youtu.be/SNNz4qrYtik?si=VrehxJQ4sW42qOgI

I See You — Bryan Duncan
https://youtu.be/UmQ0NK04UIo?si=_T1qKdQIaG92FAWT

Somebody Prayed — Crowder
https://youtu.be/GVITQPGlI30?si=JjKUeZ6IsSfd9FLk

Worthy of It All — CeCe Winans
https://youtu.be/TZ7prJcwB8o?si=iQUK0i3cG3Nu30JY

Watch Out Heaven — Jake Hamilton
https://youtu.be/cj9YPYGKr8A?si=uU8z9q6wxvPftt41

❤️ Special ThanksGranny Bibbins (Facebook)Hillary – Career + College Coach (TikTok)Wimberly – Mom Life + Comedy (TikTok)Larry Hooks (lthooks23 – TikTok)Chris LawrenceRichard EudyMichael KelleyPastor Larry WallsSusan Maddox

Sometimes the greatest act of love isn't having the perfect answer.

Sometimes it's simply refusing to let someone carry their burden alone.

Today on the Lifeline Morning Show, we continue our weekly theme, Love Where You Are, by looking at Galatians 6:2 and discovering what it means to share each other's burdens. We explore why presence is often more powerful than advice, how a simple phone call or text can change someone's day, and how God designed His people to walk through life's hardest seasons together.

Along the way, we talk about supporting friends through difficult times, encouraging parents who feel overwhelmed, the power of Christian community, and practical ways to become the hands and feet of Jesus right where you are.

If you're carrying something heavy today, or if you know someone who is, this episode is for you.

📖 Today's Word of LifeShare each other’s burdens, and in this way obey the law of Christ. - Galatians 6:2 (NLT)

🎙 Lifeline Podcast Family Edition (Expanded Version)Episode:https://youtu.be/T1b70JGdvbY

Playlist:

https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLX5CERbCPq2_QPwU-2iG5FnKwAYZMfcEo

💬 Question of the Day

Who helped carry your burden when you needed it most?

• A family member
• A close friend
• Someone from church
• Someone I barely knew

❤️ Special Thanks

• CrystenC (TikTok)
• Zac Kohli (Facebook)
• Ethan Lapierre (TikTok)
• Dr. RJ – MentalEducator (TikTok)
• JoshLilJ (Facebook)
• Jacob Mathiasmeier (TikTok)
• Leslie Means – Her View From Home
• Karen Saint

📻 Join the Lifeline Morning ShowListen LIVE weekdays from 6:00–10:00 AM Central at 885JFM.com

If today's episode encouraged you:

⭐ Follow the Lifeline Morning Show Podcast so you never miss an episode.📝 Leave a rating and review to help more people discover real hope.📤 Share this episode with someone who could use the encouragement today.

Real Hope. Real Faith. Real Life.

🎵 Today's Spotify Music Playlisthttps://open.spotify.com/playlist/2qgoM9UgV6lp31IO7hgBPm?si=nGpU1fxVS6q4sPakRFLe8g

🎵 Today's Songs

Still — Crowder
https://youtu.be/JfSw3TTgAxE?si=IYeEnF-kO1JbTW9j

Proud Of Me — Jamie MacDonald
https://youtu.be/FGOQkhcXmr8?si=TLvlhKH3cW1rLlHM

Live For You — Rachael Lampa
https://youtu.be/KaB7a4aupMU?si=D9-tRclsCBmF5TNI

Washed — Elevation Rhythm
https://youtu.be/JjgkhHlTROQ?si=4qvRTaq63VH-JisC

Somebody's Praying — Bay Turner
https://youtu.be/3iXZ8jMpBys?si=30BAPiZWCMHXWrvF

Fight Of My Life — Rend Collective
https://youtu.be/_1JA-4Ky0rA?si=wEXZIveSFSnNkwLn

I've Got A Fire — Pat Barrett
https://youtu.be/j6oLeKG9-fw?si=wDdYke2TOF89r14y

Heaven Changes Everything — Big Daddy Weave
https://youtu.be/sUG7Ub_fvWw?si=XzirIcEk9fGJ6xin

It Really Is Amazing Grace — Phil Wickham & Crowder
https://youtu.be/Bbp_zd_Id_E?si=YIgR1TjLTVQ55-DL

World On Fire — for KING & COUNTRY
https://youtu.be/RgU_uDRgSRU?si=TG4iKD1sDCYvMUmh

Rescue Me — We The Kingdom
https://youtu.be/u6yxJ4fGP2s?si=yf8c8h7lxFCDFMS_

Rest On Us — Housefires
https://youtu.be/DNg4uQtGuds?si=Ua0e-7m19MF-iAmo

Hard Fought Hallelujah — Jon Batiste, Jelly Roll & Brandon Lake
https://youtu.be/Ti29fzeVt60?si=H-zPVCitR5uIwMi5

Lord It Feels Good — TobyMac
https://youtu.be/IHfw5d_fJyE?si=4r10v8NpLi_soH6c

Where Would I Be — Peter Burton
https://youtu.be/h9gePir11ic?si=alMIpCW7Ba74TtXd

Wait For Me — Zach Williams
https://youtu.be/Mms_34TNLN0?si=dNwHTObTJxmEinRh

The Lord's Prayer (It's Yours) — Matt Maher
https://youtu.be/36hBlBGVFSs?si=3gFMXyyTb4K6xn-1

Have you ever been so busy that you almost missed someone who needed you?

Most of us don't ignore people on purpose - we're simply moving too fast. We're thinking about our schedules, our responsibilities, and everything waiting for us. But what if one of the greatest opportunities God gives us today is to simply notice the person standing right in front of us?

In today's episode, we explore Jesus' parable of the Good Samaritan from Luke 10 and discover that love isn't just something we feel - it's something we choose to do. Real love slows down. It notices. It draws near. It serves.

We also ask a powerful question that sparked heartfelt listener responses:

Who noticed you when you needed it most?

Along the way, we discuss:

• Why Jesus told the story of the Good Samaritan
• An overlooked lesson from the innkeeper
• What John 5 teaches us about healing and identity
• A special prayer for patients and families facing cancer
• Why patience is becoming a lost art
• How simple acts of kindness can change someone's entire day
• Practical ways to become the hands and feet of Jesus wherever you are

Today's challenge is simple:

Love where you are.

Not just your circumstances - but the people God has already placed around you.

📖 Today's Word of Life
Luke 10:33–37 (NLT)

🎧 Lifeline Podcast Family Edition (Expanded Version)Episode:https://youtu.be/vExCYnxo5U0

Playlist:

https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLX5CERbCPq2_QPwU-2iG5FnKwAYZMfcEo

💬 Question of the DayWho noticed you when you needed it most?

• A family member
• A friend
• Someone from church
• Someone I barely knew

📻 Join us LIVE!

Listen to the Lifeline Morning Show weekdays from 6:00–10:00 AM Central at 885JFM.com.

If today's episode encouraged you:

⭐ Follow the podcast📝 Leave a review📤 Share this episode with someone who needs to know they're seen today.

❤️ Thank YouSpecial thanks to everyone who helped make today's conversation possible:

• Paige Vickery (positivepaigey)
• Larry Hooks (lthooks23)
• Emory Joy (Berrey)
• Shanelle (reelmomstuff)
• MidLife Mom (the_mrs_crowder)
• Weezey (Eileen Russell)
• Joel Mades

🎵 Spotify Music Playlisthttps://open.spotify.com/playlist/5tAmnfLIF7qLnBgrjUe0aX?si=mhYFyQepT5Sr8D9voJACmA

🎵 Today's SongsLuv Is A Verb — DC Talk
https://youtu.be/WRfFuhrdGKM?si=BVqER27vPBbBj66P

Rescue Me — We The Kingdom
https://youtu.be/u6yxJ4fGP2s?si=rAjDTa9xhNQmiDZs

Breathe On It — Tauren Wells
https://youtu.be/KdP_zrqcqiA?si=VMuKSvGfddnrlrng

Homesick For Heaven — Phil Wickham
https://youtu.be/mPLDMAswKf8?si=NTe-Zl40IUUeryLP

World On Fire — for KING & COUNTRY
https://youtu.be/z9uAU8Z3zkk?si=sl6nhWGBbBQJT0nu

Good — Matthew West
https://youtu.be/BquLbLcwrZU?si=j2C5KwDQx-9zmJen

So Long — Peter Burton
https://youtu.be/Mk7fDb-CQnQ?si=tkt-VO5GyiIe1yFy

No Survivors — Jeremy Camp
https://youtu.be/IkhEiGjIQkM?si=-dr94D1XbiBnyQXa

I Know A Name — Elevation Worship & Brandon Lake
https://youtu.be/2wJKiOEdUsk?si=Z8N9sz_-pmcA2plM

It Is Finished — Emory Berrey
https://youtu.be/dQ2r2cfu86g?si=xcEw_-io6LXRdGEC

I've Got A Fire — Pat Barrett
https://youtu.be/zIl8zN_2jN4?si=Tplcq9oaHTu1q4v-

I Believe You — Megan Woods
https://youtu.be/BiYxaUGAz7Y?si=qTr-DLjO3XuVIi-H

Washed — Elevation Rhythm
https://youtu.be/JjgkhHlTROQ?si=QKSz6lSs5MjxjMz2

Why Should I Worry — Carly Ann Taylor
https://youtu.be/o0Teb_0c8Gg?si=_6rVsPTZ3r2cFHbw

Ain't No Way — Jamie MacDonald
https://youtu.be/JMDKbTwao2E?si=MNHbXQGMU9f0KV_C

Word Of God Speak — MercyMe
https://youtu.be/wrPKSZCnXDM?si=rMC4nv14qDzfGKF1

Heaven On My Mind — TobyMac
https://youtu.be/9LOSvwjI42M?si=aLIeXSao3sziuyYH

Welcome to today's episode of the Lifeline Morning Show Podcast.

When most people think about freedom, they think about independence... doing whatever they want, whenever they want.

But Jesus paints a completely different picture.

Today's Word of Life from Galatians 5:13 reminds us that we've been called to live in freedom - but not to serve ourselves. We've been set free so we can love, serve, encourage, forgive, and care for the people around us.

In today's episode, we explore what true freedom really looks like, why serving others isn't weakness but one of the greatest expressions of spiritual freedom, practical ways to make childhood magical without spending a fortune, learning to stop replaying painful memories that no longer serve us, celebrating 10,000 podcast plays, Fourth of July memories, listener requests, and much more.

If you've ever wondered what freedom in Christ actually looks like in everyday life, this episode is for you.

Today's Word of Life
For you have been called to live in freedom, my brothers and sisters. But don’t use your freedom to satisfy your sinful nature. Instead, use your freedom to serve one another in love.Your Word of Life, from Galatians 5:13 (NLT)🎙 Lifeline Podcast Family Edition (Expanded Version)

Episode:

https://youtu.be/g65UheE7oSo

Playlist:

https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLX5CERbCPq2_QPwU-2iG5FnKwAYZMfcEo

Spotify Poll / Question of the Day:

What is one way you can use your freedom to love someone today?

A. Serve themB. Encourage themC. Be patient with themD. Make time for them

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🎵 Today's Spotify Music Playlist

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4TN9HVbDiGu53AIDikl4Pp?si=MQBeqRCgRLyzuv-WHDpFpg

Today's SongsA Thousand Times — We Are Messengers
https://youtu.be/WdRB5qfUKOo?si=5gAZsBU7_mfxXnUv

Thankful — Forrest Frank
https://youtu.be/dVndVbFC36I?si=yT25S7tRM21A7xvy

Hold Me Jesus — Big Daddy Weave
https://youtu.be/Lyli-q9zwhg?si=ILCms5vj1XaMtEB7

Ain't No Way — Jamie MacDonald
https://youtu.be/JMDKbTwao2E?si=Xr-5Rxcvnlltk-ct

Dear Younger Me — MercyMe
https://youtu.be/5yS-M9VDSoU?si=u4oayVsQyPnjGYbR

That's Who I Praise — Brandon Lake
https://youtu.be/LxOOxjyDSh8?si=coW5nFdV4frGiiq7

Worthy Of It All — CeCe Winans
https://youtu.be/uHqvw5NQ69M?si=SbhxoCtguM4vrBzU

Jesus Freak — Josiah Queen & TobyMac
https://youtu.be/gKa3YubeHso?si=uwZDqJCt5T3QWL8d

I've Got A Fire — Pat Barrett
https://youtu.be/zIl8zN_2jN4?si=tKoM6iYr1j8BvZ-8

Dusty Bibles — Josiah Queen
https://youtu.be/IM2nMeXvor0?si=KcM2MJgA9P8gqwOn

This Little Light — MK Green
https://youtu.be/LVx35SMgTco?si=5A6AXqJ4sqQeRBFR

Mirror Like The Moon — MK Green
https://youtu.be/-XaFU-VNpQQ?si=sczW-hshWNg13x_z

Homesick For Heaven — Phil Wickham
https://youtu.be/mPLDMAswKf8?si=L4Qsw76Zdr0XUceC

You Were There — Avalon
https://youtu.be/DmhiRX89FTM?si=l3KTV2d1NKZETau-

Washed — Elevation Rhythm
https://youtu.be/JjgkhHlTROQ?si=L8UdZvaGiVY9v5vb

In The Name Of Jesus — JWLKRS Worship
https://youtu.be/51aZAb7r4lw?si=qDpeTjPQEgGwFaBc

Somebody To You — Rachael Lampa & Andrew Ripp
https://youtu.be/y7J1s3c0yz4?si=3hD34MFv-Bx78_Qy

What if you're freer than you realize?

In today's episode of the Lifeline Morning Show Podcast, we look at one of Jesus' simplest, and most life-changing statements:

"So if the Son sets you free, you are truly free." (John 8:36, NLT)

Freedom in Christ isn't permission to live however we want. It's freedom from the sin, shame, fear, and old identity that once held us captive.

If you've ever found yourself answering to old labels, believing old lies, or living like yesterday still defines you, this episode is a reminder that Jesus didn't make you almost free.

He made you truly free.

Today we talk about:

• What real freedom actually means• Why we still listen to old chains after Jesus has broken them• Living from your new identity instead of your old one• The difference between worldly freedom and biblical freedom• Learning to walk confidently in what Christ has already done

🎙️ Want even more from today's show?The Lifeline Podcast Family Edition (Expanded Version) includes the complete morning show with listener interaction, stories, music moments, This Day in History, encouragement, and much more.

Episode:

https://youtu.be/jsNFnbSK9HAPlaylist:

https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLX5CERbCPq2_QPwU-2iG5FnKwAYZMfcEo

💬 Question of the Day: What part of your old life do you need to remember that you're free from?

🟢 Fear🟢 Shame🟢 My past🟢 The need to prove myself

If today's episode encouraged you, please follow the podcast, leave a rating or review, and share it with someone who needs the reminder that freedom in Christ isn't partial—it's complete.

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🎵 Today's Spotify Music Playlist

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1OrXxKYSuFAH1KBiXV9r6v?si=zL6pBpehTjqhQ-z4gARXxA

🎵 Today's Music

Shackles — Mary Mary
https://youtu.be/V7eZD3TKn_M?si=N8OND_4W9b_E3U3X

Good — Matthew West
https://youtu.be/BquLbLcwrZU?si=f-BLRFsfZy0rHl7a

World On Fire — For King & Country
https://youtu.be/z9uAU8Z3zkk?si=IsmA-aZVDkocd8oA

I Will Rise — Chris Tomlin
https://youtu.be/l6paJbntGpU?si=MUJeUGiMXHLKtfPJ

It Really Is Amazing Grace — Phil Wickham
https://youtu.be/JdCkPewFsc8?si=duPnI-52ipCJUpRs

Washed — Elevation Rhythm
https://youtu.be/JjgkhHlTROQ?si=Iq0SMa5dXmmdZBhm

I've Got Joy — CeCe Winans
https://youtu.be/_LFpy9tRTw8?si=Sfw7w69mdWoHY7qu

Counting My Blessings — Seph Schlueter
https://youtu.be/Er5XPKdpqHQ?si=8juJEpAF8_hfMjZD

Mighty Name Of Jesus — Hope Darst
https://youtu.be/CFfQFwjfTPY?si=BxxICv-THEyfoBAK

Never Get Used To This — Forrest Frank
https://youtu.be/OUvQ4Fw3KA0?si=GQKL_ot4YffcdTw8

That's Who I Praise — Brandon Lake
https://youtu.be/hefLdjeclSs?si=1cvug2zOzqlSfYZi

Lemonade — Forrest Frank & The Figs
https://youtu.be/3wsf6eUdIVw?si=4GI0EdxhAthaq8wB

Evergreen — Rend Collective
https://youtu.be/zCaRDqM7ucI?si=jlU9gWnSIQi0kig6

God Gave Me You — Dave Barnes
https://youtu.be/5hQK6GIrpYU?si=x5mDimndLrfxEz1x

Alabaster Box — CeCe Winans
https://youtu.be/EQgr01QKlFY?si=-T7XXWoqEA-HZHm5

The Anthem — Jake Hamilton
https://youtu.be/f1USpLU_rys?si=-JCMSWpkFWE8yPSi

Rescue Me — We The Kingdom
https://youtu.be/u6yxJ4fGP2s?si=N-dPvbczPpWPPdVW

Sunday School Rock — Carman
https://youtu.be/uQc_-DK6DZQ?si=yCW7QI-07t5ZZ0BS

God's Got My Back — Forrest Frank & Crowder
https://youtu.be/BqDLebwD_qI?si=sdywBH9NjQ2rY0CH

Somebody's Praying — Bay Turner
https://youtu.be/3iXZ8jMpBys?si=8zPzjIy9aAN1ju2S

Won't Start Now — Seph Schlueter
https://youtu.be/x_nhhTzm0JE?si=erkCETouKYbjtwws

What if the voice accusing you is not the voice of God?

In today’s episode of The Lifeline Morning Show, we spend time in Romans 8:1 and talk about the difference between conviction and condemnation. Conviction draws us back to God. Condemnation tries to make us hide from Him.

If shame has been replaying your past, attacking your identity, or making you feel like there is no hope for you, this episode is a reminder: your past may be real, but in Christ, it is not final.

Today’s conversation includes faith, shame, regret, identity in Christ, patience, obedience, boldness, parenting, worship, renewing your mind, and learning to believe what God says about you more than what shame says about you.

📖 Today’s Word of Life
So now there is no condemnation for those who belong to Christ Jesus. Your Word of Life, from Romans 8:1 (NLT)🎙️ Lifeline Podcast Family Edition (Expanded Version)
Want even more from today’s show? The Family Edition includes the full morning broadcast with extra conversations, listener interaction, stories, music moments, and everything that didn’t make the Focused Edition.

Episode:https://youtu.be/hH6Cbj3UrZc

Playlist:

https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLX5CERbCPq2_QPwU-2iG5FnKwAYZMfcEo

💬 Spotify Poll / Question of the Day

What do you think shame attacks the most?

A. Your pastB. Your identityC. Your confidenceD. Your relationship with God

If this episode encouraged you, please follow the podcast, leave a rating or review, and share it with someone who needs to know that shame does not get the final word.

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Real Hope. Real Faith. Real Life.

🎵 Today’s Spotify Music Playlist
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4fl0MD3QwgdwrZ3r6z9Np1?si=EZMtIiGHQi-XbthS33joSQ

TODAY’S MUSIC

A Lil Church — TobyMac
https://youtu.be/i_BS4naAGcA?si=LSb4kWjlh3jVNM9P

Evergreen — Rend Collective
https://youtu.be/zCaRDqM7ucI?si=Z7woCdNPj7KoQLzu

Still — Crowder
https://youtu.be/JfSw3TTgAxE?si=HW_wzm4aIn3B_EqX

Give Thanks — Ari Lesser
https://youtu.be/5JcJAWK6tCQ?si=l2XknlnX0-8YP4DZ

Sometimes By Step — Rich Mullins
https://youtu.be/y-b7TQMoZsM?si=TohESBg7s-ald0Ql

Homesick For Heaven — Phil Wickham
https://youtu.be/mPLDMAswKf8?si=6RidnQE9qGvLC_dq

Happy Dance — MercyMe
https://youtu.be/I32vblmQ714?si=gYdibHQk7IcMZBA6

Won’t Start Now — Seph Schlueter
https://youtu.be/x_nhhTzm0JE?si=uPCznd9TKCjJitC1

Believe — Blessing Offor
https://youtu.be/7SFT4ZWpZ20?si=RqtA6TM4xccqfZzU

Wait For Me — Zach Williams
https://youtu.be/dm-bT_N36a8?si=wrCEsXoxLt3TmVcH

He Is — Aaron Jeoffrey
https://youtu.be/li7lrTZJajo?si=iKZVNekV6dYWfK6W

How Good It Is — Chris Tomlin
https://youtu.be/6qBlRNki-Xc?si=DT_EvESTz8h6inls

Run To the Father — Matt Maher
https://youtu.be/OiNckhkjOLU?si=cTZnoSno9OCwJ1XN

Rescue Me — We The Kingdom
https://youtu.be/u6yxJ4fGP2s?si=1S_pxasz2mj7Q78S

Hello My Name Is — Matthew West
https://youtu.be/ZuJWQzjfU3o?si=JQIxqmm7SNTyIVEc

That’s My King — CeCe Winans
https://youtu.be/AB-3Av8RYo8?si=BxUbwP6dFtdOzyH8

I’ve Got A Fire — Pat Barrett
https://youtu.be/j6oLeKG9-fw?si=tAhIJEShTXLaf0Tz

World On Fire — For King & Country
https://youtu.be/Dnfbpu7iSGU?si=c50LaPejKrJUObC9

So Will I — Hillsong United
https://youtu.be/yTf9RpzKguU?si=C1KtlFIb06zMhUki

What if the reason you feel so exhausted is because you’re carrying something Jesus never asked you to carry alone?

In today’s episode of The Lifeline Morning Show, we begin a new week with the invitation of Jesus in Matthew 11:28–30. This is not a call to escape responsibility. It is a call to stop carrying life apart from Christ.

We’ll talk about soul rest, surrender, courage, stepping out of your comfort zone, praying through hard moments, trusting God with what feels too heavy, and learning the difference between self-care and the deeper rest Jesus offers.

If you’re starting this week already tired, overwhelmed, or weighed down, this episode is a reminder: you don’t have to start this week crushed. You can bring the burden to Jesus before it breaks you.

📖 Today’s Word of Life

Then Jesus said, “Come to me, all of you who are weary and carry heavy burdens, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you. Let me teach you, because I am humble and gentle at heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy to bear, and the burden I give you is light.” Your Word of Life, from Matthew 11:28–30 (NLT)

🎙️ Lifeline Podcast Family Edition (Expanded Version)
Want even more from today’s show? The Family Edition includes the full morning broadcast with extra conversations, listener interaction, stories, music moments, and everything that didn’t make the Focused Edition.

Episode:https://youtu.be/t4ETOJC9O34

Playlist:

https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLX5CERbCPq2_QPwU-2iG5FnKwAYZMfcEo

If this episode encouraged you, please follow the podcast, leave a rating or review, and share it with someone who may need the reminder that they don’t have to carry life alone.

📻 Join us LIVE weekday mornings from 6–10 AM Central at 885JFM.com.

Real Hope. Real Faith. Real Life.

🎵 Today’s Spotify Music Playlist
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/257uF9tv3aNlaQxRCNBL19?si=M3R5jeA4S9qUxJyJuSRU_g

TODAY’S MUSIC

The Cross — Anne Wilson & Chris Tomlin
https://youtu.be/erxFK2KX3Og?si=ddcUPZVZwCwsg1Zv

God, I’m Just Grateful — Chandler Moore
https://youtu.be/YbGFYaA0SbY?si=apcHEkvx-Hjby9IK

Place In This World — For King & Country & Michael W. Smith
https://youtu.be/SDmsRhWpsYw?si=vtB-WcBDmWrynrUp

It Really Is Amazing Grace — Phil Wickham & Crowder
https://youtu.be/JdCkPewFsc8?si=bKZ3lp6zy0GZALHV

Ain’t No Way — Jamie MacDonald
https://youtu.be/JMDKbTwao2E?si=FuVSYAv7s5uSvnns

I’d Do It Again — Andrew Ripp
https://youtu.be/Z5237PbQHsg?si=39LNafvRicQP1Ra7

How Good It Is — Chris Tomlin
https://youtu.be/6qBlRNki-Xc?si=xwCNu-Ih3pCGt3HX

I Believe It — Jon Reddick
https://youtu.be/49c9udN9r7s?si=BZvCbeiFuu4DiMvs

Shake — MercyMe
https://youtu.be/YJFA5Bitv7w?si=Mb9RGoILkH2vUD_Z

Happy Dance — MercyMe
https://youtu.be/I32vblmQ714?si=1lmB1P0n5vWl7hjV

Different Drum — Blanca
https://youtu.be/1cTRSDSXaBc?si=d6ufTCeBE2aalfRG

Nobody But You — Dara Maclean
https://youtu.be/eDceDKya_BA?si=Qm2V2lFs6zaMbwuY

Meet Me In The Valley — Tasha Layton
https://youtu.be/uLas2emT-SY?si=sJzSFCHVgAzycJ-g

Still — Crowder
https://youtu.be/H3rcQA8mLj0?si=K1aiL_LZpD-h14DE

The Love I Have For You — Colton Dixon
https://youtu.be/S040Il46lbs?si=0wztxpdC05hmBl41

I Was Saved By Jesus — Among The Lost
https://youtu.be/m-LDN14O2h0?si=eVSY5mZiA3KNzWZP