When we put too much time into trying to please others, it's easy to lose sight of our own true purpose.

NYT best-selling author Jinger Duggar Vuolo shares how she let go of seeking approval from other people, and how it allowed her to instead deepen her relationship with God. In her new book, People Pleaser, Jinger discusses the importance of seeing God as a Heavenly Father, and explains that we don't need to be perfect in order to have His unconditional love.

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How have archeological discoveries over the years brought Scripture to life?

Chief Curatorial Officer at the Museum of the Bible Dr. Robert "Bobby" Duke explains how by looking at historical artifacts, we're able to better understand the time, world, and culture in which the Bible was written. Later, he and Shannon discuss how some of the important artifacts recovered help paint a picture of the early, diverse Church.

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How can we get to Heaven? And if we do, what will the eternal afterlife be like?

Author, Bible teacher, and television host Sheila Walsh provides a glimpse into the afterlife and reflects on God's promises in her new book, The Hope of Heaven: How the Promise of Eternity Changes Everything. Sheila paints a picture of what eternal life looks like as told by Scripture and tackles some of our most pressing questions about Heaven.

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As we prepare our resolutions for the new year, Shannon revisits her conversation with author and Pastor of Church of the City Dr. Darren Whitehead to discuss ways we can take a break from technology and focus on the things that truly matter in life.

In his book, The Digital Fast: 40 Days to Detox Your Mind and Reclaim What Matters Most, Pastor Whitehead explains how by depending less on our phones, we can strengthen our relationship with God.

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How can Christians make their homes a place that reflects their faith?

Author and Founder of Every Woman A Theologian Phylicia Masonheimer discusses the spiritual significance of home and hospitality as detailed in her new book, Every Home a Foundation. Phylicia explains how we can focus not on framing hospitality through entertaining others, but welcoming and blessing them instead.

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Students are finding their faith on college campuses all across the country.

Founder and visionary of UniteUs Tonya Prewett shares what it was like to witness these revivals and hear the joyous testimonies from students. She discusses her efforts to spread the Gospel and shares how God's miracles are giving people new life.

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It's easy to get caught up in the business of life - but it's important to remember that throughout all the craziness, God still loves you.

NYT best-selling author Bob Goff shares how you can find joy within your faith as detailed in his new book, Catching Whimsy: 365 Days of Possibility. Bob reminds listeners that we're more than just the plans we make for ourselves, and that we can find hope and inspiration in all God has in store for us.

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Worship Leader Jasmine Christmas Brady and her mother, Pastor Candy Hemphill Christmas join to discuss how we can get our hearts and spirits ready for the Christmas season.

Candy opens up about her battle with depression and shares how her faith and good works changed her. Later, Jasmine provides a glimpse into inspiration behind her latest album, "Lover of My Soul," as well as her Bible study podcast, "Wholly Holy."

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How can you rebuild trust that keeps getting broken?

Best-selling author and President of Proverbs 31 Ministries Lysa TerKerust provides a guide for women to learn how to trust themselves and others in her new book, I Want to Trust You, But I Don't. Lysa opens up about the betrayals she experienced throughout her life and shares how being vulnerable and overcoming her struggles allowed her to build a deeper

relationship with God.

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Senator Katie Britt (R-AL) joins Shannon to share her life story and the importance of overcoming adversity as detailed in her new book, God Calls Us To Do Hard Things.

Senator Britt reflects on the moments that challenged her strength, faith & courage, and explains how tackling these challenges shaped her character. Later, she looks ahead to the upcoming year on Capitol Hill and discusses the change she hopes to bring with the new Senate.

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