In the 140-year history of the school that DL Moody founded, he is only the 11th president. We’ll have a conversation with the new leader of Moody Bible Institute, Dr. Rick Melson. He has a rich history in Christian higher education. What are the challenges and opportunities of leading a multi-faceted ministry like Moody? Hear his heart and vision for the future on Chris Fabry Live.

Mentioned resource:
Spiritual Leadership by J. Oswald Sanders

September thank you gift:
Resolve Conflict and Find Peace and Hope with Adult Children by Kathy Koch

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In the 140-year history of the school that DL Moody founded, he is only the 11th president. We&rsquo;ll have a conversation with the new leader of Moody Bible Institute, <a href="https://www.moodybible.org/about/president/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Dr. Rick Melson</a>. He has a rich history in Christian higher education. What are the challenges and opportunities of leading a multi-faceted ministry like Moody? Hear his heart and vision for the future on Chris Fabry Live.
Mentioned resource: <a title="Book: Spiritual Leadership" href="https://www.moodypublishers.com/spiritual-leadership" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Spiritual Leadership by J. Oswald Sanders</a>
September thank you gift: <a title="https://give.moodyradio.org/cfl" href="https://give.moodyradio.org/cfl" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Resolve Conflict and Find Peace and Hope with Adult Children&nbsp;by Kathy Koch</a>
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Experience one of Christian radio’s most captivating voices on Chris Fabry Live. A master storyteller with warmth, humor, and biblical wisdom, Chris delivers authentic and thought-provoking conversations that help you navigate life’s challenges with faith and confidence. Through engaging interviews and relatable insights, you’ll walk away encouraged, equipped, and inspired to live out your faith. Tune in to Chris Fabry Live weekdays from 2–3 PM CST.

Experience one of Christian radio&rsquo;s most captivating voices on Chris Fabry Live. A master storyteller with warmth, humor, and biblical wisdom, Chris delivers authentic and thought-provoking conversations that help you navigate life&rsquo;s challenges with faith and confidence. Through engaging interviews and relatable insights, you&rsquo;ll walk away encouraged, equipped, and inspired to live out your faith. Tune in to Chris Fabry Live weekdays from 2&ndash;3 PM CST.

Chris Fabry Live

Experience one of Christian radio’s most captivating voices on Chris Fabry Live. A master storyteller with warmth, humor, and biblical wisdom, Chris delivers authentic and thought-provoking conversations that help you navigate life’s challenges with faith and confidence. Through engaging interviews and relatable insights, you’ll walk away encouraged, equipped, and inspired to live out your faith. Tune in to Chris Fabry Live weekdays from 2–3 PM CST.

© 2026 Moody Global Media, Moody Bible Institute

Experience one of Christian radio&rsquo;s most captivating voices on Chris Fabry Live. A master storyteller with warmth, humor, and biblical wisdom, Chris delivers authentic and thought-provoking conversations that help you navigate life&rsquo;s challenges with faith and confidence. Through engaging interviews and relatable insights, you&rsquo;ll walk away encouraged, equipped, and inspired to live out your faith. Tune in to Chris Fabry Live weekdays from 2&ndash;3 PM CST.
&copy; 2026 Moody Global Media, Moody Bible Institute

Meet New MBI President Dr. Rick Melson

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