Chris Fabry Live

When Cole Burgett was young, he loved Star Wars. He wanted to live on Tattoine like Luke Skywalker. But as he grew, Cole realized there were threads running between that galaxy far away and the dusty frontier towns of the American West he read about in Louis L'Amour novels. What does the moral imagination of these genres tell us about ourselves, our longings, and God? Find out on Chris Fabry Live. Featured resource: Article: Where the Frontier Meets the Galaxy: The Western Genre and the Moral Imagination of Star Wars by Cole Burgett January thank you gift: How Should Christians Think About Israel? by Michael Rydelnik Chris Fabry Live is listener-supported. To support the program, click here. Become a Back Fence Partner: https://moodyradio.org/donateto/chrisfabrylive/partners See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's the return of those boys of the Bible! They put the chat in eschatology and the odd in podcast. I'm talking about the Two Michaels—Open Line's Dr. Michael Rydelnik and his biblical compadre, Dr. Michael Vanlaningham. Your biblical conundrums will be addressed, so call early and often. Your question might be just what someone else needs to hear. Don't miss the Two Michaels on Chris Fabry Live. Mentioned resource: The Moody Handbook of Messianic Prophecy January thank you gift: How Should Christians Think About Israel? by Michael Rydelnik Chris Fabry Live is listener-supported. To support the program, click here. Become a Back Fence Partner: https://moodyradio.org/donateto/chrisfabrylive/partners See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There’s a lot to talk about with the President of Moody Bible Institute and speaker on Bold Steps, Dr. Mark Jobe. He is seeing God on the move in some amazing places. And God is on the move in his own life because he recently announced that his time of leading Moody is coming to an end in a few months. We’ll talk about that life transition and get some encouragement on this episode of Chris Fabry Live. Featured resource: Quiet Revival Podcast Article: "Dr. Mark Jobe Passing Baton of Leadership to Next Moody President" What Now?: How to Move Into Your Next Season by Mark Jobe January thank you gift: How Should Christians Think About Israel? by Michael Rydelnik Chris Fabry Live is listener-supported. To support the program, click here. Become a Back Fence Partner: https://moodyradio.org/donateto/chrisfabrylive/partners See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One of the recurring topics tackled on Chris Fabry Live is the spiritual discipline of letting go. Author and professor Dr. Rosalie de Rosset is back with a new perspective on the subject. She says letting go is a repeating decision we make in every area of our lives. Our possessions, our relationships, our longing for the past and desire for things to not change. What do you need to let go of? Hear Rosie on Chris Fabry Live. Recommended resource: Living Sacrifice by Helen Roseveare January thank you gift: How Should Christians Think About Israel? by Michael Rydelnik Chris Fabry Live is listener-supported. To support the program, click here. Become a Back Fence Partner: https://moodyradio.org/donateto/chrisfabrylive/partners See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you're going through a grief cycle, don't miss a conversation with Dr. Ray Mitsch. He wrote a book on the seasons of grief that explains a lot about why it’s not about "getting over" the losses of our lives, but allowing them to help us grow and mature. This is not an academic exercise for him—he's going through his own fresh grief. Hear the story and the hope on Chris Fabry Live. Featured resource: The Seasons of our Grief: Embracing the Journey by Dr. Ray Mitsch January thank you gift: How Should Christians Think About Israel? by Michael Rydelnik Chris Fabry Live is listener-supported. To support the program, click here. Become a Back Fence Partner: https://moodyradio.org/donateto/chrisfabrylive/partners See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

"I Can Only Imagine" is a song that struck a deep chord in hearts around the world. The film about Bart Millard's story also made a big impact. Hear the rest of the story of Bart and Shannon Millard. There's a new film releasing that shows the struggles their family tried to overcome after the hit song released. Don't miss the conversation with Bart and Shannon on Chris Fabry Live. Featured resources: Even If: Trusting God Through the Fire by Bart Millard and Shannon Millard with Robert Nolan I Can Only Imagine 2 film January thank you gift: How Should Christians Think About Israel? by Michael Rydelnik Chris Fabry Live is listener-supported. To support the program, click here. Become a Back Fence Partner: https://moodyradio.org/donateto/chrisfabrylive/partners See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The doctor asked a simple question of Christin and her husband. "Are you sure you won't consider a reduction?" Hear the story of an expectant mother of twins who was told she should terminate the pregnancy of one of her children. How do you respond to a devastating prenatal diagnosis? And what happened to that baby who was given little chance at life? Don’t miss the story on Chris Fabry Live. Featured resource: Saving Nate: Choosing Life after a Devastating Prenatal Diagnosis by Christin Rosa January thank you gift: How Should Christians Think About Israel? by Michael Rydelnik Chris Fabry Live is listener-supported. To support the program, click here. Become a Back Fence Partner: https://moodyradio.org/donateto/chrisfabrylive/partners See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The doctor asked a simple question of Christin and her husband. "Are you sure you won't consider a reduction?" Hear the story of an expectant mother of twins who was told she should terminate the pregnancy of one of her children. How do you respond to a devastating prenatal diagnosis? And what happened to that baby who was given little chance at life? Don’t miss the story on Chris Fabry Live. Featured resource: Saving Nate: Choosing Life after a Devastating Prenatal Diagnosis by Christin Rosa January thank you gift: How Should Christians Think About Israel? by Michael Rydelnik Chris Fabry Live is listener-supported. To support the program, click here. Become a Back Fence Partner: https://moodyradio.org/donateto/chrisfabrylive/partners See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chris Fabry is feeling bad about feeling bad. He thinks he ought to be joyful about the sale of the land and home where he grew up. But there's a deep sense of loss that came with signing that contract. The place where his roots grew deeply is no longer in his family. Have you ever struggled with that situation? Give Chris a little help on Chris Fabry Live. Metioned resource: The Seasons of our Grief: Embracing the Journey by Dr. Ray Mitsch January thank you gift: How Should Christians Think About Israel? by Michael Rydelnik Chris Fabry Live is listener-supported. To support the program, click here. Become a Back Fence Partner: https://moodyradio.org/donateto/chrisfabrylive/partners See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On Martin Luther King, Jr., Day, we welcome back Dr. Walter Strickland, Jr. His two-book series, Swing Low, is a history of Black Christianity in the U.S. He'll guide us on a Swing Low Experience, hearing from African American pastors and teachers from the past. Don't miss the stirring words of Dr. King you may have never heard—Monday on Chris Fabry Live. Featured resources: Swing Low Experience Swing Low, Volume 1: A History of Black Christianity in the United States by Walter R. Strickland II Swing Low, Volume 2: An Anthology of Black Christianity in the United States by Walter R. Strickland II January thank you gift: How Should Christians Think About Israel? by Michael Rydelnik Chris Fabry Live is listener-supported. To support the program, click here. Become a Back Fence Partner: https://moodyradio.org/donateto/chrisfabrylive/partners See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What happens when you let God redefine success? Meet singer and songwriter Drew Parker. He's been nominated for GRAMMY and Country Music Association awards. He's sung at the Grand Ole Opry and chased the music dream for years. But despite the acclaim and radio play, he felt a deep emptiness and spiritual unrest. Hear his story and songs on Chris Fabry Live. Featured resources: Drew Parker - "BLAME JESUS" music video Drew Parker - "Hanging Up a Hat" Short Film (My Testimony) January thank you gift: How Should Christians Think About Israel? by Michael Rydelnik Chris Fabry Live is listener-supported. To support the program, click here. Become a Back Fence Partner: https://moodyradio.org/donateto/chrisfabrylive/partners See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's one of the most controversial topics in the culture as well as the church. Open Line's Dr. Michael Rydelnik returns for a biblical discussion answering this question: How should Christians think about Israel? What do God's covenants, biblical prophecy, and the New Testament reveal to us about the Jewish people and the modern state of Israel? Don't miss the conversation on Chris Fabry Live! Featured resource: How Should Christians Think About Israel? by Michael Rydelnik January thank you gift: How Should Christians Think About Israel? by Michael Rydelnik Chris Fabry Live is listener-supported. To support the program, click here. Become a Back Fence Partner: https://moodyradio.org/donateto/chrisfabrylive/partners See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There seems to be a heaviness in our world, a struggle deeper than what is on the surface of our lives. Author and professor Dr. Mark Talbot returns to give hope and understanding about the suffering we experience as believers. How can we correctly situate our suffering within God's redemptive plan? If you're struggling with that, don't miss Chris Fabry Live. Featured Resource: Give Me Understanding That I May Live by Mark Talbot January thank you gift: How Should Christians Think About Israel? by Michael Rydelnik Chris Fabry Live is listener-supported. To support the program, click here. Become a Back Fence Partner: https://moodyradio.org/donateto/chrisfabrylive/partners See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

He spoke and wrote about the power of God's Word to change hearts and lives. His encouragement for men was to step up and become shepherd leaders. It's a tribute to the life, ministry, and voice of Robert Wolgemuth. Hear encouragement for your soul as we honor a man who was used by God to challenge and encourage us all. Hear Robert Wolgemuth in his own words on Chris Fabry Live. Featured resources: Revive Our Hearts Tribute page to Robert Wolgemuth Robert Wolgemuth Obituary You Can Trust God to Write Your Story by Nancy DeMoss Wolgemuth and Robert Wolgemuth Finish Line: Dispelling Fear, Finding Peace, and Preparing for the End of Your Life by Robert Wolgemuth CSB Men's Daily Bible January thank you gift: How Should Christians Think About Israel? by Michael Rydelnik Chris Fabry Live is listener-supported. To support the program, click here. Become a Back Fence Partner: https://moodyradio.org/donateto/chrisfabrylive/partners See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How can we learn from unexpected people and situations? Professor, author, and pastor Dr. A.J. Swoboda will encourages us to cultivate a teachable spirit. We live in a distracted, mind-numbed, polarized world with people full of contempt for others. How do Christians develop the discipline of teachability—even from our enemies? Don’t miss Chris Fabry Live. Featured resource: A Teachable Spirit by A.J. Swoboda January thank you gift: How Should Christians Think About Israel? by Michael Rydelnik Chris Fabry Live is listener-supported. To support the program, click here. Become a Back Fence Partner: https://moodyradio.org/donateto/chrisfabrylive/partners See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Whether you realize it or not, you have a conversation with yourself every day. And many struggle with negative thoughts about themselves and others. Author and radio host Jon Gauger takes us to the Psalms to offer uplifting ways to speak truth to your own heart. If you long for a better way to speak to your own soul, don't miss the power of biblical self-talk on Chris Fabry Live. Featured resource: Powerful Self-Talk from the Psalms: 30 Days to a Biblical Mindset by Jon Gauger January thank you gift: How Should Christians Think About Israel? by Michael Rydelnik Chris Fabry Live is listener-supported. To support the program, click here. Become a Back Fence Partner: https://moodyradio.org/donateto/chrisfabrylive/partners See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Chris Fabry Live, we want to give you the spiritual encouragement of Scripture memorization in the new year. Author and speaker Glenna Marshall knows firsthand the perks of hiding verses and passages in her heart. But many who are middle-aged and older feel like that’s almost impossible. Don’t miss the motivation and practical tips on how to hide God’s Word in your heart, no matter what your age, on Chris Fabry Live. Featured resources: Robert Wolgemuth's CaringBridge for updates Memorizing Scripture: The Basics, Blessings, and Benefits of Meditating on God's Word by Glenna Marshall January thank you gift: How Should Christians Think About Israel? by Michael Rydelnik Chris Fabry Live is listener-supported. To support the program, click here. Become a Back Fence Partner: https://moodyradio.org/donateto/chrisfabrylive/partners See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bible week continues on Chris Fabry Live as author and speaker Joanna Weaver will encourage us with a plan to read through the entire Scriptures chronologically. But our main goal is to find out how God helped Joanna fall in love with His Word. She says the goal of reading through the Bible in a year discouraged her. Hear honest talk about the Scriptures and connecting with God’s heart on Chris Fabry Live. Mentioned resources: Robert Wolgemuth's CaringBridge for updates Having a Mary Heart in a Martha World by Joanna Weaver Bible Reading Plans from Joanna Weaver January thank you gift: How Should Christians Think About Israel? by Michael Rydelnik Chris Fabry Live is listener-supported. To support the program, click here. Become a Back Fence Partner: https://moodyradio.org/donateto/chrisfabrylive/partners See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you want to know more about God and allow him to speak to you, go to the Bible. On this episode of Chris Fabry Live, we continue our series on the importance of the Bible in 2026. Pastor and speaker, Dr. Josh Moody has a resource to help identify key verses for new believers and those who have been Christians for years. What are the Bible verses every Christian should know? Find out on Chris Fabry Live. Featured resource: Our Firm Foundation: Bible Verses Every Christian Should Know by Josh Moody January thank you gift: How Should Christians Think About Israel? by Michael Rydelnik Chris Fabry Live is listener-supported. To support the program, click here. Become a Back Fence Partner: https://moodyradio.org/donateto/chrisfabrylive/partners See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Monday on Chris Fabry Live, we start the new year on a biblical note. If you want to increase your Bible reading in 2026, don't miss a conversation with Dr. Ray Pritchard. What are some ways to dig into the Scriptures at the start of the year? How do you study the Bible on your own? Should you read it all the way through, from Genesis to Revelation? How do you choose a translation? Give your suggestions and join us for the biblical fun on Chris Fabry Live. January thank you gift: How Should Christians Think About Israel? by Michael Rydelnik Chris Fabry Live is listener-supported. To support the program, click here. Become a Back Fence Partner: https://moodyradio.org/donateto/chrisfabrylive/partners See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.