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We live in an outrage culture. Social media thrives on anger, and people are more divided than ever. Anger feels justified, but it's exhausting, isolating, and ultimately destructive. Brant Hansen shares from his book, "Living Unoffended: The Joy of Simple Peace in An Angry, Anxious World." Check out Susie's podcast God Impressions on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts! Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here
Dr. Rob Reimer talks about how to care for your soul by taking a look at your regular practices and asking if they are making you more loving. Dr. Rob Reimer's book "Soul Care: 7 Transformational Principles for a Healthy Soul." Find out more about Soul Care Ecourses here (For 20% off ecourses, use this case-sensitive code: SUSIE) Check out Susie's new podcast God Impressions on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts! Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here
Along with talking about the NY Knicks winning the NBA Championship, The Briefing's Nick Pitts reflects a recent NBC poll about what about how American's feel the American dream is slipping away. But do they really see the lifestyle creep they are living in? Plus, Etsy witches? Luke Moon of 2Hammers and Generation Zion comments on the memorandum of understanding between the US and Iran. So little is known about it. What does it mean? How does it affect Israel? He also talks about the Generation Zion-Israel on Campus Coalition Summit for college students later this summer. The Reconnect with Carmen and all Faith Radio are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here
Dr. Brick Lantz of the Christian Medical and Dental Association addresses the recent decision by the Cleveland Clinic ending youth transgender procudures, as well Health and Human Services' move to protect the lives of frozen human embryos. He also talks about a new sunscreen just approved by the FDA. Vibrant Faith's Rick Lawrence continues talking about Jesus's kindness with us, even when we are dissappointed with Him and what He allows in our lives. The Reconnect with Carmen and all Faith Radio are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here
Why does trusting God feel so natural in some areas of life—and so difficult in others? Could it be that your struggle isn't just internal but part of a deeper spiritual battle over your identity? Susie shares from her upcoming book, "More Than You Can Imagine: What God Does When You Trust Him." Check out Susie's podcast God Impressions on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts! Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here
In light of the movie "Disclosure Day," film producer and writer Derrick Warfel, author of the upcoming book "UFOs and God," talks about the biased assumption that alien creatures are kind and not a threat. But Derrick looks at Scripture and accounts from abductees who claim how they suffered at the hands of "aliens." Help4Families' founder Denise Shick, author of "Grace and Truth," offers helpful ideas for helping to lovingly and truthly engaging youth around the confusing world of gender ideology, pointing to God's good design for human sexuality. The Reconnect with Carmen and all Faith Radio are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here
Carmen talks about the agreement (really a memorandum of understanding) between the US and Iran that was agreed to over the weekend. What's in it? How will that affect fuel costs? How will it affect Israel's conflict with Hezbollah in neighboring Lebanon? Political scientist Daniel Bennett, author of "Uneasy Citizenship," talks about a recent, very technical, decision in an Alabama capital punishment case. He also addresses the battle over funding for FISA. Also, how has the smartphone affected the birth rate? The Reconnect with Carmen and all Faith Radio are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here
This message was inspired by Susie's book "Waking Up to the Goodness of God." Check out Susie's podcast God Impressions on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts! Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here
Are you ready to change your narrative and live a different story? Pastor J.P. Pokluda shares from his book, "Your Story Has a Villain: Identify Spiritual Warfare and Learn How to Defeat the Enemy." Originally aired June 3, 2026 Check out Susie's podcast God Impressions on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts! Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here
When you feel discouraged, there is still hope. Intercessor prayer warriors Rosey and Shannon talk about intercession in the battle and beyond. Streams in the Desert by L. B. Cowman Check out Susie's new podcast God Impressions on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts! Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here
Thann Bennett of The Equipped Newsletter and radio show shares about his Uncle Tom and his amazing ability to hide, and how many times the most important things in our lives are in plain sight. He also talks about his dreams as a kid to be Chicago Cub and then their broadcast announcer. What are the fantasies we often chase in stead of working on what God has before you? Chris Martin reflects on his reading of "The Uncontrollability of the World" by Hartmut Rosa. Chris reflects on our futile desire for control, and how we want to be our own god, instead of resting that God is God and we are made in His image. The Reconnect with Carmen and all Faith Radio are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here
Plugged In's Adam Holz talks about how Google is losing followers to search engine DuckDuckGo because Google has going so fulling into AI. He also talks about the spiritual messaging in the movie "Backrooms." Then, Adam addresses the new Spielberg's new movie "Disclosure Day." Should definitive evidence of intellegence extraterrestial life truly shatter your faith in God? NBA Championship! Stanley Cup! World Cup! Carmen reflects on all the big sporting events going on now, and the games we play with God. The Reconnect with Carmen and all Faith Radio are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here
Procrastination is the most expensive fear because the price tag is your life. Every day you wait to begin, you're stealing from your future self. The worst part is you know you're doing it, but don't know how to stop. Jon Acuff joins me on the next Susie Larson Live to share from his book, "Procrastination Proof: Never Get Stuck Again." It's not your willpower holding you back. It's permission. Jon mentions his book "Soundtracks" Check out Susie's podcast God Impressions on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts! Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here
Bible teacher Carol McLeod shares her weekly prayer strategy: how she prayer for what and who God call us to prayer for and praying God's word. Then, Carmen answers some of her listener's questions, including helping to know the difference between a translation fo the Bible and a paraphrase. The Reconnect with Carmen and all Faith Radio are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here
Political scientist and Johnny Cash fan Mark Caleb Smith talks about the powerful spiritual imagery in some of the Man in Black's music. He also addresses changes in how the military is organizing the chaplaincy and what religions are supported through it. The Dad Whisper, Michelle Watson Canfield, offers help for dads in understanding and and communicating better with their daughters. She's author of many books, including "Dad, Here's What I Really Need from You" and "Let's Talk." She also addresses healing from father wounds. The Reconnect with Carmen and all Faith Radio are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here
In our fast-paced culture plagued with burnout, stress, and chronic fatigue, we often find that we're functioning out of emptiness. Counselor Debra Fileta shares from her book "Soul Care: Find Life-Giving Rhythms-Live Restored-Avoid Burnout *Discover Unspeakable Joy." Get soul care resources here Originally aired August 26, 2025 Check out Susie's podcast God Impressions on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts! Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here
Carmen LaBerge talks about the concerns of AI-empowered warfare. Will we allow artificial intelligence made decisions about targeting and strikes? Congress is now considering the Human Authority in Lethal Operations (HALO) Bill. How do we make sure humans and ethical frameworks are in place? Carmen also talks about a new trend called silent book clubs. Ruth Kramer of Mission Network News highlights efforts by Christian organizations to bring relief after this past Monday's earthquake in the Philippines, as well updates on what the Church is enduring in India and Iran. She also highlights effort to reach fans and players during this year's World Cup competitions. The Reconnect with Carmen and all Faith Radio are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here
Cynthia Scott, author of "Celebrating God, Our Founder," helps us reflect on the people of faith and the Biblically-infused understanding of liberty that were essential to the founding of the United States. Licensed counselor Debra Fileta, author of "People Skills," reminds us of all God's says over us: His affirmations of us. From there, we can graciously engage others around us. The Reconnect with Carmen and all Faith Radio are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here
Dr. Curt Thompson shares about confessional communities from his book "The Soul of Desire: Discovering the Neuroscience of Longing, Beauty, and Community" and his podcast (links below). Originally aired July 25, 2024 S7E1: Confessional Communities: Forming Outposts of Beauty and GoodnessS7E2: Confessional Communities: A Community of FormationS7E3: The Symphony of Confessional CommunityS7E4: Confessional Communities: Getting StartedS7E5.1: Confessional Communities: Learning to Love Doing the WorkS7E5.2: Confessional Communities: Learning to Love Doing the WorkS7E6: Confessional Communities: The Later SeasonsS7E7: End of Season Q&A Check out Susie's podcast God Impressions on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts! Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here
Kathy Koch, author of "Resolve Conflict and Find Peace and Hope with Adult Children," talks about some of the things that cause relational breakdown with adult children, how you're no longing parenting (verb), but still are a parent (noun.) What steps can you take to heal the broken relationship? Robert Dayton, author of "100XLife," asks us how well do we listen to Jesus and His Word. Have you spent time really chewing it? The Reconnect with Carmen and all Faith Radio are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here
As we celebration the 250th birthday of the US this year, politcal scientist Adam Carrington takes us back to June 1789 when the first Congress heard the first proposal of the 12 articles of a bill of rights. This was the basis of our Constitution's Bill of Rights. Plus, as the latest session of the Supreme Court is winding down, Adam addresses what big cases remain to be decided. Researcher George Barna of the Cultural Research Center offers insights from the 2026 American Worldview Inventory regarding the spiritual state of our nation's GenZ citizens. While it's hard to see solid evidence of a true revival of Christian faith, they are asking lots of questions around God and faith. The Reconnect with Carmen and all Faith Radio are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here
Physical therapist Amie Rybacki joins Susie to outline what God's taught her about the healing process. Listen to "yesterday's show" that Susie mentions here. She shares why oxygen is the deepest need for the nervous system, how God brings restoration emotionally alongside physical healing, why our bodies hang onto pain, and much more. Originally aired July 18, 2025 Check out Susie's podcast God Impressions on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts! Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here
Lionshare's Dave Buehring continues talking with Carmen around "your season, your calling." Looking at mid-life--your 40's and 50's--they talks about how you have more clarity of your nature abilities, acquired skills, and your spiritual gifts. You see your purpose more clearly. Then, with both Pride Month and the pride we might have as our nation celebrates it's 250th birthday, what does the Bible say about the attitude of pride? Carmen talks about this. The Reconnect with Carmen and all Faith Radio are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here
Security analyst Elizabeth Neumann, author of "Kingdom of Rage," talks about our nation's semiquincentennial, our contentious, divided culture, and outside threats. Could extremists disrupt our celebrations? Acton Institute's Dylan Pahman, co-editor of the "Christian Roots of American Liberty," talks about the concepts around liberty that the Founders learned from the Bible and Christian thought through the centuries. The Reconnect with Carmen and all Faith Radio are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here
This message was inspired by Susie's book "Waking Up to the Goodness of God." Check out Susie's podcast God Impressions on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts! Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here
Marriage isn't about perfection; it's about God's grace sustaining imperfect people through broken, beautiful seasons. Mary Beth and Steven Curtis Chapman share from their book, "Still Here: Life Together on the Long Way Home." They share about how their 40-year journey proves that with total dependence on God's faithfulness, forgiveness, and redemptive power, marriages can not only survive but become testimonies of His mercies. Originally aired June 2, 2026 Check out Susie's new podcast God Impressions on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts! Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here
Dr. Troy Spurrill and Dr. Tom Blee of the Synapse Center for Health and Healing joins Susie to tell their story of joining forces to work toward getting people healthy. Dr. Troy's prayer: "Heavenly Father, King of the universe and Lord of my life, I step into Your presence today as a citizen of Your Kingdom. You are a God of perfect order, structure, and absolute sovereignty. I thank You for the gifts, the insight, and the faith You have placed inside of me to serve the hurting. Right now, in Your presence, I legally close the archive on these past six years of data collection and tracking. I acknowledge that human knowledge has done its part, and I now willingly transfer this entire burden from my shoulders onto Yours. You are the True Shepherd, and I surrender the outcome of this case completely to You. Lord, I activate the currency of faith that You have given me. I speak over this long-suffering woman right now. Though I have not seen the fruit yet, my spirit holds fast to Your promise. Jeremiah 17:14 says that if You heal, she shall be healed. I declare Isaiah 53:5 over her body—that by the wounds of Jesus, she is healed. I command every cell, every symptom, and every hidden issue in her body to align with the finished work of the cross. And Father, I speak over my own body and my own health situation right now. I refuse to carry the stress, the dismay, or the cortisol of a savior complex. I am the vessel; You are the Savior. As I enter this season of prayer and fasting, I claim the promise of Isaiah 58:8. I declare that my light breaks forth like the dawn, and my own healing shall spring forth speedily. Psalm 103 tells my soul to forget not Your benefits—You heal all my diseases and renew my youth like the eagle's. I declare that my body is a temple of the Holy Spirit. I break off all fatigue, all inflammation, and all frustration in Jesus' name. Isaiah 41:10 promises that You will strengthen me, help me, and uphold me with Your righteous right hand. I step out of striving, and I step into Your perfect peace, joy, and righteousness. Thy Kingdom come, Thy will be done, in her life and in my body, exactly as it is in heaven. Amen." Dr. Troy's non-profit is State of Grace Foundation. Find out more here. Check out Susie's podcast God Impressions on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts! Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here
Plugged In's Adam Holz outlines the impact of "digital dementia" when it comes to kids' habits with screens and why our choices don't just affect our biological standing, but our spiritual habits as well. Kevin Burrell, author of "Considering Sparrows," shares why from the very beginning we're encouraged not to fear and how to trust God's work in the midst of our relationships. The Reconnect with Carmen and all Faith Radio are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here
Zachary Wagner, author of "Men of Virtue," shares about the great outline that Galatians 5 provides for Christians and the willingness to embrace suffering and even weakness, seeing how Jesus modeled this perfectly. Lana Silk of Transform Iran unpacks the reason why the church in Iran is still growing even amidst far from ideal circumstances and the practice of praying for one another, while teaching others how to pray. The Reconnect with Carmen and all Faith Radio are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here
Are you feeling burned out by hustle culture? Weighed down by expectations? Stuck in indecision? Erica Ligenza Gwynn shares from her book, "That's Just Not True: How to Replace the Lies You Didn't Know You Believed with God's Unchanging Truth." Check out Susie's podcast God Impressions on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts! Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here
Doug Hankins, author of "Still Single, Still Called," shares about the process of becoming a church for everyone, because that's often times where singles find their place and feel welcomed. Steve DeWitt, host of The Journey and author of "Enjoying God in Everything," outlines how we can turn all of our experiences we're apart of into praise to God and why giving Him worship for the beauty around us is our ultimate purpose in the end. The Reconnect with Carmen and all Faith Radio are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here
Austin Gravley of the What Would Jesus Tech podcast shares his main takeaways from Pope Leo XI's stance on AI in our world today and why AI will always be a pale imitation of what humans are and how they operate. Kathy Branzell of the National Day of Prayer Taskforce outlines not falling behind or getting ahead of Him, believing in God and submitting to Him above all else. The Reconnect with Carmen and all Faith Radio are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here
Are you ready to change your narrative and live a different story? Pastor J.P. Pokluda shares from his book, "Your Story Has a Villain: Identify Spiritual Warfare and Learn How to Defeat the Enemy." Check out Susie's podcast God Impressions on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts! Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here
Bill English of Bible and Business and On Path Coaching shares how the "always-on digital culture" operates and what it looks like to love our enemies well- following the lead of the Holy Spirit, while setting good boundaries. Dr. Brad Littlejohn of American Compass talks about The Economics of Vice and what a free market really boils down to. The Reconnect with Carmen and all Faith Radio are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here
Everyone's Wilson's Daryl Crouch talks about being willing to say no when neccessary, why everything we decide to say yes to is going to cost something, and the danger of losing our first love, for Jesus. Alexander Salter shares about "Religious Freedom Before Locke," outlining the need to respect people's right to disagree- not letting things cloud our perceived level of faith. The Reconnect with Carmen and all Faith Radio are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here
Marriage isn't about perfection; it's about God's grace sustaining imperfect people through broken, beautiful seasons. Mary Beth and Steven Curtis Chapman share from their book, "Still Here: Life Together on the Long Way Home." They share about how their 40-year journey proves that with total dependence on God's faithfulness, forgiveness, and redemptive power, marriages can not only survive but become testimonies of His mercies. Check out Susie's new podcast God Impressions on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts! Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here
The Briefing's Nick Pitts outlines why the way we view our work matters, especially the belief in being an instrumental part of a greater picture. Luke Moon of 2 Hammers and Generation Zion shares an update on the negotiations between the U.S. and Iran, the complications of what's taking place in Lebanon, and the continued persecution of Jews taking place, even as labels are attempting to be changed. The Reconnect with Carmen and all Faith Radio are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here
Dr. Tiffany Schatz of The Christian Medical and Dental Association outlines the protocols that are worth following when it comes to the threat of ticks and why orphines, new synthetic drugs, when presented to certain people can be very dangerous. Vaneetha Risner, author of "This Was Never the Plan," shares about showing up for those who are walking through themselves or are impacted in some way by divorce and how to graciously speak to those who are in the wrong. The Reconnect with Carmen and all Faith Radio are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here
Do you ever find yourself questioning your purpose, second-guessing your decisions, or feeling unsure about your future? You're not alone. Todd Mullins shares from his book, "Don't Let Doubt Take You Out: Replacing Fear and Doubt With Faith and Truth." Originally aired June 10, 2025 Check out Susie's new podcast God Impressions on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts! Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here
Nadya Williams, author of "Mothers, Children, and the Body Politic," talks about identifying the fruit that comes from our lifestyle and the connection between the mental health epidemic in our society with the low view of marriage many have. Political scientist Daniel Bennett shares about the deeper meaning behind Jeremiah 29 and the cost followers of Jesus may be faced with for the decision to daily pursue faithful living. The Reconnect with Carmen and all Faith Radio are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here
Pastor Harrison Perkins, author of "Created for Communion with God," shares how God brought us into existence in His own unique way and why demonstrating our obedience to God often is often not as easy as it should be on the surface. J. Budziszewski, author of "Pandemic of Lunacy," outlines what it looks like to build up a herd immunity as a group of Christians and how to appeal to our appropriate feelings. The Reconnect with Carmen and all Faith Radio are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here
This message was inspired by Susie's book "Waking Up to the Goodness of God." Check out Susie's new podcast God Impressions on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts! Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here
Susie Larson shares out of Ephesians 3 and Hebrew 11 and brings encouragement to get our of your comfort zone and embrace God's promise for your life. Susie mentions A.B. Simpson's contributions to Streams in the Desert Originally aired May 26, 2026 Check out Susie's new podcast God Impressions on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts! Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here
Dr. Lee Warren joins us each month to talk about self-brain surgery. Today they talk about how to make space in your life for faith. Find Dr. Lee Warren's podcast here. Dr. Warren's book is "The Life-Changing Art of Self-Brain Surgery: Connecting Neuroscience and Faith to Radically Transform Your Life." Check out Susie's new podcast God Impressions on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts! Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here
The world pressures us to do. God invites us to be. Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith shares from her book, "Being Fully Known: The Joyful Satisfaction of Beholding, Becoming, and Belonging." Check out Susie's new podcast God Impressions on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts! Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here
God is still a God of miracles. Each month Pastor Carolyn Haas joins Susie to study miracles in the Bible and share miracles from her own life and ministry. This episode they're talking about the miracle of the long game, including the story of Bob Hoskins. Check out Susie's new podcast God Impressions on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts! Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here
Susie Larson shares out of Ephesians 3 and Hebrew 11 and brings encouragement to get our of your comfort zone and embrace God's promise for your life. Susie mentions A.B. Simpson's contributions to Streams in the Desert Check out Susie's new podcast God Impressions on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts! Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here
The holy fire of God is not something to be feared for those who know Christ. Pastor Samuel Rodriguez shares from his book, "40 Days of Fresh Oil, Holy Fire, New Wine: A Devotional." Pastor Rodriguez' other book mentioned is "Your Mess, God's Miracle." Originally aired June 30, 2025 Check out Susie's new podcast God Impressions on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts! Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here
This message was inspired by Susie's book "Your Powerful Prayers." The videos mentioned are available here When I Think About the Lord by Christ for the Nations Originally released November 9, 2025 Check out Susie's new podcast God Impressions on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts! Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here
Have you ever felt stuck in life? Or perhaps your life doesn't look the way you thought it would right now. Dr. Donna Pisani shares from her book, "The Power of Not Yet: Living a Life of Endless Possibilities." Originally aired May 7, 2026 Check out Susie's new podcast God Impressions on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts! Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here