Go Closer

As a little girl, Taylor's step-grandma stepped in, took her to church, and gently helped answer her profound questions about life.  This paved the way  for the road of faith she now travels.  Arnie and Cara visit with Taylor John about the importance of community, wise counsel, and daily time with God.  SEASON 2: Mondays through 10/11/21                        To learn more about Go Closer and our book, Faith in Real Life, visit http://gocloser.com Today's Go Closer is powered by goTandem, the free spiritual fitness app.  Download goTandem today and get spiritually fit!    

She was only 8 when she was molested.  The impact of that brought her close to suicide and other destructive behaviors.  Suddenly she was pregnant  - at just the wrong time.  Yet, Cindy shares how God's timing proved to be perfect as He pursued her throughout every season of her life.  Cara and Arnie visit with Cindy Nabb about the amazing impact a church family can have on those who are struggling. SEASON 2: Mondays through 10/11/21                        To learn more about Go Closer and our book, Faith in Real Life, visit http://gocloser.com Today's Go Closer is powered by goTandem, the free spiritual fitness app.  Download goTandem today and get spiritually fit!    

"On fire for Jesus, and a crazy, crazy dude!"  That's how Arnie describes his friend Paul, a life-long missionary, hang-glider, and all-round adventurer.  Paul Abbot shares his sometimes harrowing story of life on the mission field with Arnie and Cara, and talks about how each of us can find our place in God's mission.  SEASON 2: Mondays through 10/11/21 To learn more about Go Closer and our book, Faith in Real Life, visit http://gocloser.com Today's Go Closer is powered by goTandem, the free spiritual fitness app.  Download goTandem today and get spiritually fit!    

"I gave my Son for you.  When are you going to start living for Me?"  That's what Becky Melton heard the moment she popped pills to end her life.  Today she shares her story of divine intervention with Cara and Arnie, and talks about the importance of open communication and prayer with the young people in your life.  SEASON 2: Mondays through 10/11/21                        To learn more about Go Closer and our book, Faith in Real Life, visit http://gocloser.com Today's Go Closer is powered by goTandem, the free spiritual fitness app.  Download goTandem today and get spiritually fit!      

He was the guy working behind the scenes to create videos.  Little did he know that God was working behind the scenes to create a big change in his life!  Cara and Arnie visit with Larry Osterman II about his spiritual transformation and it's on-going impact in his life, and the lives of those around him. SEASON 2: Mondays through 10/11/21 To learn more about Go Closer and our book, Faith in Real Life, visit http://gocloser.com Today's Go Closer is powered by goTandem, the free spiritual fitness app.  Download goTandem today and get spiritually fit! 

How is it that a young woman's father, once distant, cold, and unapproachable, shows up to rescue her from a cult? Stefanie Geist tells Cara and Arnie the remarkable story of how her father's relationship with God and his family was rescued and restored!   SEASON 2: Mondays 9/6 - 10/11/21 To learn more about Go Closer and our book, Faith in Real Life, visit http://gocloser.com Today's Go Closer is powered by goTandem, the free spiritual fitness app.  Download goTandem today and get spiritually fit! 

Cara and Arnie continue their interview with Dave Griffin.  Dave shares how God led him to the mission field in an unexpected way, and how he now serves to help young girls who are sexually abused and trafficked.  (End of Season 1.  We'll be back again in August!) To learn more about Go Closer and Cara's book, Fields of Grace, visit http://gocloser.com   Today's Go Closer is powered by goTandem, the free spiritual fitness app.  Download goTandem today and get spiritually fit!   

When Dave started to pray, God answered.  And when God answered, Dave's faith grew and he prayed more!  Dave Griffin shares his enouraging story of prayer and transformation with Arnie and Cara. (Airing this week on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday.)     To learn more about Go Closer and Cara's book, Fields of Grace, visit http://gocloser.com   Today's Go Closer is powered by goTandem, the free spiritual fitness app.  Download goTandem today and get spiritually fit!   

A surrendered heart allowed God to take Dave Griffin through alcoholism and a luke warm faith life to a life of prayer and powerful testimony!  Dave shares his inspiring story with Cara and Arnie. (Airing this week on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday.)        To learn more about Go Closer and Cara's book, Fields of Grace, visit http://gocloser.com   Today's Go Closer is powered by goTandem, the free spiritual fitness app.  Download goTandem today and get spiritually fit!   

Bryce looks back at God's work throughout his past.  What's next?  He shares with Cara and Arnie that he doesn't have all the answers, but he knows first hand of God's faithfulness!  (Next week's episodes air Mon, Tue, Wed)   To learn more about Go Closer and Cara's book, Fields of Grace, visit http://gocloser.com   Today's Go Closer is powered by goTandem, the free spiritual fitness app.  Download goTandem today and get spiritually fit!   

A teacher steps into Bryce's young life and invites him into youth fellowship. Bryce also experiences a life-changing Christian camp, and a church family that reaches out and cares.  Arnie and Cara talk about how you too can foster difference-making encounters in people's lives. (Airing this week on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday.)       To learn more about Go Closer and Cara's book, Fields of Grace, visit http://gocloser.com   Today's Go Closer is powered by goTandem, the free spiritual fitness app.  Download goTandem today and get spiritually fit!   

What do you do when your dad leaves, your mom has to work 3 jobs, and you're left alone as a middle-schooler to deal with life?  Arnie and Cara talk with Bryce Tyler who shares his story:  A lonely kid transformed into a child known and loved by God. (Airing this week on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday.)     To learn more about Go Closer and Cara's book, Fields of Grace, visit http://gocloser.com   Today's Go Closer is powered by goTandem, the free spiritual fitness app.  Download goTandem today and get spiritually fit!   

"It was definitely not something that I was comfortable doing."  Erin Kottich reveals that one sure way to spiritual growth is to get out of your comfort zone!  Arnie and Cara talk about ways we can all get out of our comfort zones.  (Next week's episodes air Mon, Tue, Wed)   To learn more about Go Closer and Cara's book, Fields of Grace, visit http://gocloser.com   Today's Go Closer is powered by goTandem, the free spiritual fitness app.  Download goTandem today and get spiritually fit!   

From her early years as "the baby of nine" to the present, Erin Kottich shares moments of both joy and heartbreak as she talks with Cara and Arnie about the impact of her parents' faith.  That faith is now alive in Erin's life as a wife, mom, physical therapist, and podcaster.  (Airing this week on Monday and Tuesday)       To learn more about Go Closer and Cara's book, Fields of Grace, visit http://gocloser.com   Today's Go Closer is powered by goTandem, the free spiritual fitness app.  Download goTandem today and get spiritually fit!   

What is complainarrhea?  According to Arnie Cole, it's a problem many believers fall into, and today Arnie and Cara's guest Beamon Lawrence talks about how to stay out of that trap. (Next week's episodes air Monday & Tuesday)   To learn more about Go Closer and Cara's book, Fields of Grace, visit http://gocloser.com   Today's Go Closer is powered by goTandem, the free spiritual fitness app.  Download goTandem today and get spiritually fit!   

 "I had to forgive my parents. It was like a cancer eating me up." Those are Beamon's words about a big step in his life to forgive.  Find out how he was able to do one of the hardest, yet most important things we are called to do as Cara and Arnie continue their interview with Beamon Lawrence. (Airing this week on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday.)       To learn more about Go Closer and Cara's book, Fields of Grace, visit http://gocloser.com   Today's Go Closer is powered by goTandem, the free spiritual fitness app.  Download goTandem today and get spiritually fit!   

Meet Beamon Lawrence and listen to the remarkable story of a man who was given up for adoption by his own mother.  A life of hardship and battle – but God transformed him!  Arnie and Cara talk with Beamon about the battles and the victories! (Airing this week on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday.)       To learn more about Go Closer and Cara's book, Fields of Grace, visit http://gocloser.com   Today's Go Closer is powered by goTandem, the free spiritual fitness app.  Download goTandem today and get spiritually fit!   

People who live under a bridge are desperate for the essentials of life. That's something Reno Collier can relate to as a recovering alcoholic and born-again Christian.  Are your priorities centered on the true essentials of life?  (Next week's episodes air Mon, Tue, Wed)   To learn more about Go Closer and Cara's book, Fields of Grace, visit http://gocloser.com  

Meet Reno Collier, a stand-up comedian, and a stand up guy for Christ.  For years he chased after a dream only to find that it didn't satisfy.  But something changed!  Reno tells Cara and Arnie his story of living on borrowed time.  (Airing this week on Monday and Tuesday)     To learn more about Go Closer and Cara's book, Fields of Grace, visit http://gocloser.com  

Author Cara Whitney, and Back to the Bible CEO Arnie Cole talk about how to go closer to God, and about the lifelong process of spiritual transformation.  We're all in different places in that process, but it's something we'll experience throughout our lives. (Phlippians 1:6)  (Airing this week on Monday and Tuesday)