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Are you looking to find added meaning behind some of our Christmas traditions? Have you ever wondered where they came from? Perhaps you're looking to start a new one that will point your heart to Christ during the busyness of the season. Join hosts Gary Buck and Theresa Newell as they delve deeper into the mysteries of these traditions and also explore the value of Hanukkah and advent, as well as their Biblical origins. So get your mug of hot chocolate, get your candy cane, and enjoy this week's episode.

While most people look forward to the holiday season, the stress and headaches that come along with it seem unavoidable. Or are they? Join hosts Gary Buck and Brian Coles as they offer up some practical advice to make this holiday season more enjoyable and less stressful. It's the most wonderful time of the year!

Join hosts Gary Buck and James Cagwin as they talk about the importance of taking time to laugh and what the Bible says about it. And they tell a number of funny stories along the way. Warning: do not listen to this episode if you don't want people to see you laughing.

In the aftermath of the election of Donald Trump as the 45th President of the United States, how do we heal and come together as a nation after such divisive Presidential campaigns? And how is it that Christians, who read the same scriptures, can belong to different political parties? Join pastors Gary Buck and Brian Flewelling as they discuss these important questions and more.

Join pastors Gary Buck and Brian Coles as they discuss the age-old question, "How do I hear the voice of God?" We all want to know God's will for our lives, but how do you know if God is speaking to you or if it is just pizza-induced indigestion clouding your senses?

Join hosts Gary Buck and Rebekah Hoffer as they talk about the freeing power of contentment and the dangers of dissatisfaction. Discontentment is profoundly connected to sin, and realizing this is extremely eye-opening! Rebekah also has a lot of healthy tips regarding spending money (or not spending!). So join our conversation, and we hope you'll be motivated and inspired to live with peace in your hearts as we live in a generally discontent society.

Join hosts Gary Buck and Brian Flewelling as they discuss areas of conscience where the Bible does not explicitly say what is right or wrong. When it comes to movies we watch, what we eat, and how we dress, how do we discern what is sinful and what is pure? It's a fascinating topic, and some of the answers are perhaps more simple than you may have realized.

On this week's episode hosts Gary Buck and James Cagwin discuss the fascinating history of worship music in the church, and the resistance it has always faced along the way. They are joined by special guest and Integrity recording artist Paul Baloche, and they dig into the issues that churches face when trying to engage God in worship through song. Paul Baloche (pronounced like "gosh") has written many classic worship songs used in churches throughout the world, such as Open the Eyes of My Heart, Hosanna (Praise is Rising), Your Name and This is the Day just to name a few.

In what areas can the church easily slip into a slumber? Pastor Gary Buck and Dr. Theresa Newell dig into what makes us complacent and what it takes to wake us up! They also delve into what it really means to be a "missional church."

On this episode, hosts Gary Buck and Student Ministries Pastor Brian Coles help us understand today's youth and how we can best support and love them. Whether you currently have young children in your care or not each of us must learn how to engage people of all age groups. So join us as we pull back the curtain on this wonderful generation!