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One day, their five-year-old was part of Christmas plans. The next day ... she was gone. How do you trust God after unspeakable loss—when you're grieving the only thing you begged Him not to take? Pastor and author Levi Lusko and his wife, Jennie, join Dave and Ann Wilson on FamilyLife Today to tell the story of losing their daughter Lenya—and wrestling with God when faith and heartbreak occupy the same room.

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No matter your circumstances or feelings, one thing never changes: God is with you. Pastor Robert Morgan discovered this through the years he cared for his wife with multiple sclerosis. Join us as Robert draws on that hard-won faith to show us that God is present even in times of transition, loss, or doubt.

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There are few things in life as awkward as dating. And many single Christians feel like they can’t turn to scripture for help because the courtship process looked so different in ancient times. In fact, the word “dating” never even appears in the Bible! But even through the cultural differences, God’s word gives us everything we need for life and godliness in relationships.

God's blessings don't mean life will be free from suffering. In this powerful message, Dr. Michael Youssef teaches from 1 Kings 17, where the widow of Zarephath experiences both God's miraculous provision and the devastating loss of her son.

After witnessing God provide food during a famine, the widow faced an unimaginable tragedy. Her grief turned to fear, guilt, and questions about God's goodness. But Elijah didn't argue or offer empty answers. He turned to God in prayer.

Through Elijah's persistent intercession, God restored the boy's life, revealing His power over death and His faithfulness in times of suffering.

This episode challenges you to:

• Trust God when blessings are followed by hardship,
• Bring pain and uncertainty to Him in prayer,
• Rely on God's promises instead of changing emotions,
• Pray persistently for those facing difficult circumstances,
• Recognize God's power and sovereignty in every season,
• Grow in faith through trials rather than turning away.

When life doesn't make sense, God is still faithful. Discover how Elijah's example can strengthen your prayer life and help you trust the Lord through suffering.

Scripture Focus: 1 Kings 17

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Money can be a wonderful servant or a terrible master. It touches nearly every part of our lives, influencing our decisions, shaping our priorities, and often revealing what matters most to us.

But have you ever wondered why the Bible has so much to say about it?

According to bestselling author Randy Alcorn, Founder and Director of Eternal Perspective Ministries, the answer has less to do with money itself and more to do with what money reveals about our hearts.

On today’s show, Randy joined us to share insights from his forthcoming 31-day devotional with FaithFi, exploring why God's wisdom about money ultimately invites greater freedom, contentment, and joy.

Scripture addresses money and possessions with remarkable frequency. From the wisdom of Proverbs to the teachings of Jesus, financial stewardship appears throughout the biblical narrative.

Why does God devote so much attention to something we might consider merely practical?

Because money is never just about money. "What we do with our money is an indication of where our heart is," Randy explains.

Jesus makes this connection in Matthew 6:21: "For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also."

Our financial decisions reveal what we value, what we trust, and where we seek security. They can expose our fears and misplaced priorities, but they can also express worship, compassion, and love for our neighbors.

The danger comes when we separate our financial lives from our spiritual lives.

We may think of prayer, worship, and Bible study as spiritual activities, while treating budgets, careers, and purchases as entirely different matters. Yet Scripture makes no such distinction.

We live one life before the Lord, and every part of it belongs to Him.

That means managing money isn't simply an exercise in financial responsibility. It's an opportunity to grow in discipleship, learning to trust God and use His provision for purposes that reflect His character.

Some of Scripture's teachings about money can make us uncomfortable.

Jesus warns against greed, challenges misplaced trust in wealth, and calls His followers to a life of generosity. These teachings sometimes confront attitudes we'd rather leave unexamined. But Randy encourages us to see that discomfort differently.

Drawing from Proverbs 27:6, which says, "Faithful are the wounds of a friend," he reminds us that loving correction is often necessary for genuine growth.

Just as a trusted friend may lovingly confront something harmful in our lives, God's Word exposes what threatens our relationship with Him.

"The Holy Spirit loves to expose our idols, and it's not to humiliate us. It's to liberate us from those idols," Randy says.

That distinction matters. God's instructions about money aren't designed to burden us with guilt or deprive us of enjoyment. They're intended to free us from trusting in something that cannot ultimately satisfy.

When money becomes our source of identity, security, or significance, it demands more than it can ever deliver. But when money takes its rightful place as a gift from God, it becomes a powerful instrument for worship, generosity, and compassion.

One of the most persistent promises of our culture is that greater prosperity will bring greater happiness. 

We imagine how much better life will be when we purchase a new home, receive a salary increase, take a dream vacation, or finally reach a particular financial milestone. And while those experiences can bring genuine enjoyment, their ability to satisfy us is limited.

Randy observes that, as we grow older, we often disco

Many of us have a few friends on-line who seem to live a worry-free life! What’s that like, huh? Every post is an unbelievable meal, a breath-taking sunset, or some new toy they just had to have. Well, someone said we should never compare someone’s highlight reel to our blooper reel. But how do we deal with the troubles that stop us in our tracks? Today on A NEW BEGINNING, Pastor Greg Laurie urges us to take those cares and concerns to the Lord. Good insight coming your way today!

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