He's spoken at over 4,000 events sharing the message of hope with millions of teenagers. But the message he has to share is not just for the young but each one of us. Dean story is one that started with brokenness and abuse. But now, It is filled with hope and grounded in faith. No matter your story, this is a podcast that will most definitely encourage and inspire... and maybe even have you looking at your life in a whole new light.

https://www.youmatter.us/

Isn't it amazing when someone says they love you!

The word ‘love’ is one of the most commonly used words in the English language. But, it is also one of the most misused words, as well. When we say we love something or someone, the object of that love can mean anything from ice cream, to a tv show, to a favorite vacation spot, to a person. But where does real love come from?  That's what this podcast is all about - the origin of love... what it is and what it is not!

This is the story of the widow’s son being healed by Jesus.

A beautiful, powerful look at the compassion of Christ – translated into healing for a widow who had just lost her only son.

Are you looking for encouragement? Hope? Healing? Today's podcast is just for you!

Do you remember the first time you heard the story of David and Goliath? Remember thinking how big Goliath must have been? How heavy his armor was? How scared the Israelite solders were? And then, here comes this boy with just a sling and five smooth stones to face him head on. Charles dives into this story in today’s podcast and really breaks it apart. He shares some incredible Biblical directives taken directly from this story that you can actually start using in your life today to face your giants and yes – even see them tumble to the ground.

That question may sound odd to you... that is, until you hear today's guest. Tim Elmore takes everyday images and turns them into scenes he calls, Habitudes. Get your notes ready - because on today's podcast, we dive into just a few of these images that could change your life. And we find out some inspiring stories that Tim has collected over years from children who have truly changed their world. It is a power-packed episode!

Many of us at times feel taken advantage of or even overlooked. Today's podcast guest knows this all too well.

Micheal Morisi has experienced so many occupations... from law enforcement to the strength and conditioning coach of a NFL team. But after the airline he helped start didn't make it, he was sent to prison for a crime that he says never even occurred!.

As you'll hear in today's incredible episode, Morisi had a choice: be angry and let the injustice become his identity, or believe every word God said, seek His glory, and receive amazing grace in one of the darkest places imaginable.

Michael's bio: https://www.familyfoundation.org/blog/lbzyenr2vr7bk2uiy0uqbhbumvu80t

Find the book, It Was Never About Justice, here: https://www.amazon.com/Was-Never-About-Justice-Corruption/dp/1636981216

Did you know that one of the most common illnesses is mental illness. More than 40 million adults, just in the U.S., suffer from some anxiety disorder. So many of us live with fear on a daily basis. And the news and social media aren't making it any better! We know that God tells us not to worry or be anxious. But how?? Charles dives into this and shares with us some keys that will open the lock on those chains of fear, worry, and anxiety.

It seems many of us want to be like everyone else - to blend in. But that's not the best way to live at all. Today, Charles shares with us the important principle of how to share love, joy, peace and so much more just by letting your light shine - and being a real life salt shaker!

How do you take an entire TV season and boil it down into a best selling book? Join us as we welcome back New York times best-selling author, Jerry Jenkins. He's already sold more than 73 million books and he's far from finished. Now, he's taking his son's hit series, The Chosen, and turning into incredible novels. You'll hear some behind the scenes stories as well as some of his favorite scenes.

The beginning of a new year is the perfect time to have a restart. Whether you are trying to start something new or working to stop doing things that haven't worked so well... there's no better time than right now. Today, Charles brings us an encouraging message about how God The Potter has a purpose and plan for you - no matter how broken you think you are. You are priceless when in the hands of the Master Potter!

Genesis 2:7 (ESV)

Isaiah 64:8 (ESV)

Jeremiah 18:1-6 (NKJV)

The Potter

He has a purpose

Psalms 40:1-2 (NKJV)

He has a plan

Psalm 139:13-14 (CSB)

Jeremiah 29:11 (NIV)

A. He Never Takes His Eyes off of HIs Creation

Psalm 139:15-16 (ESV)

B. He Never Takes His Mind off of His Creation

Psalm 139 (CSB)

C. He Never Takes His Hands off of His Creation

Psalm 139:5-10 (ESV)