New Life Live!

By New Life Ministries

New Life Live! is America’s #1 Christian counseling call-in podcast. As a radio program that started in 1988, many people have received help. The hosts are counselors and psychologists answering call... more

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The podcast currently has 1,660 episodes available.

New Life Live! episodes:

July 03, 2025New Life Live: July 3, 2025
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Topics: Medications, Teens, Counseling, Church Life, Suicide, Siblings, Difficult Conversations, Borderline, Adult Children, Weddings
Hosts: Brian Perez, Dr. Jill Hubbard, Dr. Jim Burns
Caller Questions & More:
Dr. Jill discusses the importance of evaluating medication over time because the risk may start to outweigh the benefit.
My 17yo son is hanging out with guys who have threatened suicide; how do I find a counselor he will feel comfortable with?
How do I confront injustice in church? My husband committed suicide after talking to our pastor, and my kids say to just let it go.
My brother’s wife is a non-believer and smothers him. He is in a hotel because he can’t deal with her anymore; how can I support him?
How do we deal with our Catholic brother texting us that we need to read the Catholic Bible and be more reverent?
My borderline daughter cut me off for several months; should I go to her wedding?
Suggested Resources:
How We Love Our Kids
Life Recovery Workbook for Grief
Boundaries
Why I Believe
Doing Life with Your Adult Children
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Topics: Medications, Teens, Counseling, Church Life, Suicide, Siblings, Difficult Conversations, Borderline, Adult Children, Weddings
Hosts: Brian Perez, Dr. Jill Hubbard, Dr. Jim Burns
Caller Questions & More:
Dr. Jill discusses the importance of evaluating medication over time because the risk may start to outweigh the benefit.
My 17yo son is hanging out with guys who have threatened suicide; how do I find a counselor he will feel comfortable with?
How do I confront injustice in church? My husband committed suicide after talking to our pastor, and my kids say to just let it go.
My brother’s wife is a non-believer and smothers him. He is in a hotel because he can’t deal with her anymore; how can I support him?
How do we deal with our Catholic brother texting us that we need to read the Catholic Bible and be more reverent?
My borderline daughter cut me off for several months; should I go to her wedding?
Suggested Resources:
How We Love Our Kids
Life Recovery Workbook for Grief
Boundaries
Why I Believe
Doing Life with Your Adult Children
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July 02, 2025New Life Live: July 2, 2025
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Topics: Life Recovery, Dating, Christian Walk, Sexual Addiction, Pornography, Drug Addiction, Depression, Adult Children
Hosts: Brian Perez, Becky Brown, Dr. Jim Burns
Caller Questions:
Becky discusses recovery as an action or process of regaining possession of something that was stolen or lost.
I called last month about my unequally-yoked boyfriend; I broke up with him the same day as the radio call!
What do I do if my husband of 3yrs struggles with porn addiction and says going to a counselor doesn’t help him?
Do you help Muslims who are addicted to drugs? My friend’s 37yo son goes in and out of treatment centers.
My son has severe depression and addictions; what can I do if he wants to go out with me, and I don’t want to see him drink or gamble?
Suggested Resources:
How You Think Determines the Course of Your Life
Worthy of Her Trust
Life Recovery Workbook
Life Recovery Bible
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Topics: Life Recovery, Dating, Christian Walk, Sexual Addiction, Pornography, Drug Addiction, Depression, Adult Children
Hosts: Brian Perez, Becky Brown, Dr. Jim Burns
Caller Questions:
Becky discusses recovery as an action or process of regaining possession of something that was stolen or lost.
I called last month about my unequally-yoked boyfriend; I broke up with him the same day as the radio call!
What do I do if my husband of 3yrs struggles with porn addiction and says going to a counselor doesn’t help him?
Do you help Muslims who are addicted to drugs? My friend’s 37yo son goes in and out of treatment centers.
My son has severe depression and addictions; what can I do if he wants to go out with me, and I don’t want to see him drink or gamble?
Suggested Resources:
How You Think Determines the Course of Your Life
Worthy of Her Trust
Life Recovery Workbook
Life Recovery Bible
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July 01, 2025New Life Live: July 1, 2025
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Topics: Hope, Attitude, Grief, Adult Children, Gender Identity, Parenting, Weight Issues, Eating Disorders
Hosts: Brian Perez, Dr. Jim Burns, Dr. Jill Hubbard
Caller Questions & More:
Dr. Jim discusses how to rise above your circumstances.
My two best friends passed away in June; can you give me any help to get through this?
My adult daughter won’t forgive me for asking her to move out 9yrs ago, and she thinks everyone hates me; what do I do?
How can I help my 11yo nephew who told his parents he is non-binary and likes to wear girl’s clothes?
I feel like I am not being a good steward of the body God has given me because of emotional eating; what’s a Christian perspective on it?
Suggested Resources:
Life Recovery Workbook for Grief
Doing Life with Adult Children
A Student’s Guide to Sexual Integrity
Life Recovery Workbook for Eating Disorders
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Topics: Hope, Attitude, Grief, Adult Children, Gender Identity, Parenting, Weight Issues, Eating Disorders
Hosts: Brian Perez, Dr. Jim Burns, Dr. Jill Hubbard
Caller Questions & More:
Dr. Jim discusses how to rise above your circumstances.
My two best friends passed away in June; can you give me any help to get through this?
My adult daughter won’t forgive me for asking her to move out 9yrs ago, and she thinks everyone hates me; what do I do?
How can I help my 11yo nephew who told his parents he is non-binary and likes to wear girl’s clothes?
I feel like I am not being a good steward of the body God has given me because of emotional eating; what’s a Christian perspective on it?
Suggested Resources:
Life Recovery Workbook for Grief
Doing Life with Adult Children
A Student’s Guide to Sexual Integrity
Life Recovery Workbook for Eating Disorders
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June 30, 2025New Life Live: June 30, 2025
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Topics: Estrangement, Parenting, Anger, Alcohol, Recovery, Mother Issues, Narcissists, Aging Parents, Sexual Abuse, Childhood Trauma, Guilt
Hosts: Brian Perez, Becky Brown, Dr. Alice Benton
Caller Questions & More:
Becky discusses what to do if you’re estranged from a loved one.
Where do I go from here if my 12yo son has had anger issues since he was 2yo? He will jump up and down when he argues and hates talking about his feelings.
AA has helped me stay clean for 2yrs even though it has been hard for me to work through the 12 steps.
As a 53yo man, how do I humbly and respectfully express to my mother that I don’t need her hovering over me?
I just came to terms with being the daughter of a narcissistic mom after I was in a bad accident; how do I not get enmeshed again?
I feel guilty for leaving my elderly parents in facilities even though I was abused as a child by them.
Suggested Resources:
How We Love Our Kids
Life Recovery Bible
Take Your Life Back
Emotionally Destructive Relationship
Healing Is a Choice
Subscribe to the NEW LIFE LIVE! podcast via iTunes or download the New Life Ministries App.
Topics: Estrangement, Parenting, Anger, Alcohol, Recovery, Mother Issues, Narcissists, Aging Parents, Sexual Abuse, Childhood Trauma, Guilt
Hosts: Brian Perez, Becky Brown, Dr. Alice Benton
Caller Questions & More:
Becky discusses what to do if you’re estranged from a loved one.
Where do I go from here if my 12yo son has had anger issues since he was 2yo? He will jump up and down when he argues and hates talking about his feelings.
AA has helped me stay clean for 2yrs even though it has been hard for me to work through the 12 steps.
As a 53yo man, how do I humbly and respectfully express to my mother that I don’t need her hovering over me?
I just came to terms with being the daughter of a narcissistic mom after I was in a bad accident; how do I not get enmeshed again?
I feel guilty for leaving my elderly parents in facilities even though I was abused as a child by them.
Suggested Resources:
How We Love Our Kids
Life Recovery Bible
Take Your Life Back
Emotionally Destructive Relationship
Healing Is a Choice
Subscribe to the NEW LIFE LIVE! podcast via iTunes or download the New Life Ministries App.
Watch on YouTube
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June 27, 2025New Life Live: June 27, 2025
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Topics: Disappointment, Anxiety, Sexual Addiction, Christian Walk, Disrespect, Communication, Anger, Dating, Ministry
Hosts: Brian Perez, JJ West, Marc Cameron
Caller Questions & More:
JJ discusses how to deal with disappointment, like a car wreck that prevented him from cohosting recently.
I struggle with sex addiction and have panic attacks. How does one go about finding healing when some people tell you to trust God, but others say to go to doctors?
I am 62yo and am a caregiver for a woman who is in a hospital; how do I respond to her when she is disrespectful and narcissistic?
How can we as a family navigate the emotions of communication? Our daughter has OCD and schizophrenia and is home for the summer.
What direction should I go in? My ex-girlfriend unblocked my phone number, and I am confused.
I need to make money to pay bills, but I don’t know if I can do that while serving God. What do I do?
Suggested Resources:
Take Your Life Back
How We Love
Life Recovery Workbook for Grief
How People Grow
Subscribe to the NEW LIFE LIVE! podcast via iTunes or download the New Life Ministries App.
Topics: Disappointment, Anxiety, Sexual Addiction, Christian Walk, Disrespect, Communication, Anger, Dating, Ministry
Hosts: Brian Perez, JJ West, Marc Cameron
Caller Questions & More:
JJ discusses how to deal with disappointment, like a car wreck that prevented him from cohosting recently.
I struggle with sex addiction and have panic attacks. How does one go about finding healing when some people tell you to trust God, but others say to go to doctors?
I am 62yo and am a caregiver for a woman who is in a hospital; how do I respond to her when she is disrespectful and narcissistic?
How can we as a family navigate the emotions of communication? Our daughter has OCD and schizophrenia and is home for the summer.
What direction should I go in? My ex-girlfriend unblocked my phone number, and I am confused.
I need to make money to pay bills, but I don’t know if I can do that while serving God. What do I do?
Suggested Resources:
Take Your Life Back
How We Love
Life Recovery Workbook for Grief
How People Grow
Subscribe to the NEW LIFE LIVE! podcast via iTunes or download the New Life Ministries App.
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June 26, 2025New Life Live: June 26, 2025
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Topics: Triggers, Negative Thoughts, False Accusations, Work Issues, Custody, Cults, Pornography, Boundaries
Hosts: Brian Perez, Dr. Sheri Denham Keffer, Dr. Jacqui Mack-Harris
Caller Questions & More:
Dr. Sheri shares how a triggering incident can cause negative thoughts to flood your brain.
What caused rumors about me on my job, and how do I prevent them in my new job?
I am in a custody battle over my 11mo baby, and I think the father is in a cult.
What should I require of my husband watching inappropriate videos? Should we separate?
Suggested Resources:
Healing Is a Choice
How We Love
Intimate Deception
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Topics: Triggers, Negative Thoughts, False Accusations, Work Issues, Custody, Cults, Pornography, Boundaries
Hosts: Brian Perez, Dr. Sheri Denham Keffer, Dr. Jacqui Mack-Harris
Caller Questions & More:
Dr. Sheri shares how a triggering incident can cause negative thoughts to flood your brain.
What caused rumors about me on my job, and how do I prevent them in my new job?
I am in a custody battle over my 11mo baby, and I think the father is in a cult.
What should I require of my husband watching inappropriate videos? Should we separate?
Suggested Resources:
Healing Is a Choice
How We Love
Intimate Deception
Subscribe to the NEW LIFE LIVE! podcast via iTunes or download the New Life Ministries App.
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June 25, 2025New Life Live: June 25, 2025
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Topics: Parenting, Sexual Abuse, Adult Children, PTSD, Childhood Trauma, Trust, Criticism
Hosts: Brian Perez, Dr. Alice Benton, Dr. Jacqui Mack-Harris
Caller Questions & More:
Dr. Alice shares how delegating can help parents who try to take on everything by themselves.
I’m handicapped and in recovery, so it’s hard for me to read the Bible. Is there a recovery Bible that’s in larger print?
My 5yo twins reported their nanny molested them, and she was arrested. I feel like a terrible mom; how do we move forward?
My 24yo daughter had cancer at 13yo and now has PTSD. She has attempted suicide several times. What do I do to help her?
Any guidance for my 12yo grandson? He is very moody and withdrawn; his divorced dad left 4yrs ago.
How do I get rid of my calloused heart? My husband of 20yrs says I make him feel unloved and disrespected.
Suggested Resources:
Life Recovery Bible
Forgiving What You’ll Never Forget
Doing Life with Your Adult Children
Understanding and Loving Your Child in a Screen-Saturated World
How We Love
Subscribe to the NEW LIFE LIVE! podcast via iTunes or download the New Life Ministries App.
Topics: Parenting, Sexual Abuse, Adult Children, PTSD, Childhood Trauma, Trust, Criticism
Hosts: Brian Perez, Dr. Alice Benton, Dr. Jacqui Mack-Harris
Caller Questions & More:
Dr. Alice shares how delegating can help parents who try to take on everything by themselves.
I’m handicapped and in recovery, so it’s hard for me to read the Bible. Is there a recovery Bible that’s in larger print?
My 5yo twins reported their nanny molested them, and she was arrested. I feel like a terrible mom; how do we move forward?
My 24yo daughter had cancer at 13yo and now has PTSD. She has attempted suicide several times. What do I do to help her?
Any guidance for my 12yo grandson? He is very moody and withdrawn; his divorced dad left 4yrs ago.
How do I get rid of my calloused heart? My husband of 20yrs says I make him feel unloved and disrespected.
Suggested Resources:
Life Recovery Bible
Forgiving What You’ll Never Forget
Doing Life with Your Adult Children
Understanding and Loving Your Child in a Screen-Saturated World
How We Love
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June 24, 2025New Life Live: June 24, 2025
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Topics: Parenting, Adoption, Adult Children, Estrangement, Grandparenting, Siblings, Medical Issues
Hosts: Brian Perez, Dr. Jim Burns, Dr. Jill Hubbard
Caller Questions & More:
Dr. Jim shares how Jesus models the power of presence.
Am I more protective of my adopted son than my biological children? Another parent told me I was being excessive.
How do I fix my relationship with my adult son who didn’t visit me after I fell down the steps and needed him?
The father of my 4yo granddaughter cut off all communication with us 2mos ago. Should my husband and I go to his house to try to see her?
My 64yo sister had a mild heart attack, is on dialysis, has a pacemaker, but still makes unhealthy choices. How can I help her?
Suggested Resources:
How We Love Our Kids
Doing Life with Your Adult Children
100 Days of Peace
Subscribe to the NEW LIFE LIVE! podcast via iTunes or download the New Life Ministries App.
Topics: Parenting, Adoption, Adult Children, Estrangement, Grandparenting, Siblings, Medical Issues
Hosts: Brian Perez, Dr. Jim Burns, Dr. Jill Hubbard
Caller Questions & More:
Dr. Jim shares how Jesus models the power of presence.
Am I more protective of my adopted son than my biological children? Another parent told me I was being excessive.
How do I fix my relationship with my adult son who didn’t visit me after I fell down the steps and needed him?
The father of my 4yo granddaughter cut off all communication with us 2mos ago. Should my husband and I go to his house to try to see her?
My 64yo sister had a mild heart attack, is on dialysis, has a pacemaker, but still makes unhealthy choices. How can I help her?
Suggested Resources:
How We Love Our Kids
Doing Life with Your Adult Children
100 Days of Peace
Subscribe to the NEW LIFE LIVE! podcast via iTunes or download the New Life Ministries App.
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June 23, 2025New Life Live: June 23, 2025
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Topics: Avoiders, Pleasers, Vacillators, Incarceration, Christian Walk, Adult Children, Grief
Hosts: Brian Perez, Marc Cameron, JJ West
Caller Questions & More:
Marc offers practical tips for avoiders, people pleasers, and vacillators.
Is it important for me to attend my grandson’s court hearings? He is in jail and faces domestic violence charges.
How can I cope with surrendering to God when He asks me to do hard things, like getting rid of all my inappropriate books?
Am I doing the right thing by not talking to my 43yo daughter and blocking her?
I can relate to the previous caller. When God told me to throw away all my bad CDs, I did.
I want to respond to Marc’s question to a previous caller and share how grief is connected to letting things go.
Suggested Resources:
Doing Life with Your Adult Children
Take Your Life Back
How People Grow
Subscribe to the NEW LIFE LIVE! podcast via iTunes or download the New Life Ministries App.
Topics: Avoiders, Pleasers, Vacillators, Incarceration, Christian Walk, Adult Children, Grief
Hosts: Brian Perez, Marc Cameron, JJ West
Caller Questions:
Marc offers practical tips for avoiders, people pleasers, and vacillators.
Is it important for me to attend my grandson’s court hearings? He is in jail and faces domestic violence charges.
How can I cope with surrendering to God when He asks me to do hard things, like getting rid of all my inappropriate books?
Am I doing the right thing by not talking to my 43yo daughter and blocking her?
I can relate to the previous caller. When God told me to throw away all my bad CDs, I did.
I want to respond to Marc’s question to a previous caller and share how grief is connected to letting things go.
Suggested Resources:
Doing Life with Your Adult Children
Take Your Life Back
How People Grow
Subscribe to the NEW LIFE LIVE! podcast via iTunes or download the New Life Ministries App.
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June 20, 2025New Life Live: June 20, 2025
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Topics: Self-Control, Trust, Gaslighting, Abandonment, Forgiveness, Anxiety, Separation
Hosts: Brian Perez, Dr. Jill Hubbard, Chris Williams
Caller Questions & More:
Dr. Jill discusses how self-control is one of the hardest fruits of the spirit to develop.
Is it lying or gaslighting if my friend tells me my experience is not what I say it is? My dad wasn’t safe, and I wonder if my friend isn’t safe either.
How can I forgive myself for failing to seek help that may have prevented harm to my family and myself?
How do I get through separation anxiety from my young kids who are with their father in Nigeria? Finances won’t allow me to join them until Fall.
Suggested Resources:
Trust
Forgiving What You’ll Never Forget
How We Love Our Kids
Subscribe to the NEW LIFE LIVE! podcast via iTunes or download the New Life Ministries App.
Topics: Self-Control, Trust, Gaslighting, Abandonment, Forgiveness, Anxiety, Separation
Hosts: Brian Perez, Dr. Jill Hubbard, Chris Williams
Caller Questions & More:
Dr. Jill discusses how self-control is one of the hardest fruits of the spirit to develop.
Is it lying or gaslighting if my friend tells me my experience is not what I say it is? My dad wasn’t safe, and I wonder if my friend isn’t safe either.
How can I forgive myself for failing to seek help that may have prevented harm to my family and myself?
How do I get through separation anxiety from my young kids who are with their father in Nigeria? Finances won’t allow me to join them until Fall.
Suggested Resources:
Trust
Forgiving What You’ll Never Forget
How We Love Our Kids
Subscribe to the NEW LIFE LIVE! podcast via iTunes or download the New Life Ministries App.
Watch on YouTube
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How many episodes does New Life Live! have?

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