Courageous faith does not avoid hardship—it stands firm in the middle of it.

In this urgent message, Dr. Michael Youssef points to the men and women of Hebrews 11 who faced enemies, persecution, impossible circumstances, and suffering without abandoning their trust in God. Their confidence was not in themselves, but in the Living God who keeps His promises.

Whether walls were falling, enemies were advancing, or persecution was intensifying, faith moved God’s people to obey, endure, and act with courage.

This episode calls believers to:

God still uses surrendered people who trust Him fully and say, “Here I am, Lord—send me.”

Scripture Focus: Hebrews 11:30–40

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Christians like me who stand for biblical marriage are often told we’re part of a “hate group.” But does standing opposed to sinful behaviors mean you’re hateful? Can we be loving and still be opposed to these things?

Well, the Bible tells us that God is love and describes homosexual relations as an abomination to the Lord. If God—who is the very one who defines love because he is love—can be loving yet call homosexual behavior a sin, so can his followers.

There’s nothing hateful about pointing out sin—it’s actually the loving thing to do! We want to see people repent and put their faith in Christ and be saved for eternity.

Is the new film Young Washington good? Groundbreaking? Or just plain boring? Tune in to The Public Square® today to hear more.

Topic: Movies

The Public Square® with host Dave Zanotti

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Air Date: Friday, August 29, 2026

Diane shares with us her true story.

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God is faithfully drawing people to Himself in the world’s hardest places, and His Word gives courage to believers who risk everything to follow Jesus.

Rather than being at the mercy of random fate or chance, the believer's life is guided by a sovereign God who lovingly directs every detail according to His good purpose.