Pull out your song-book and let's talk about the hymns and carols of Christmas. What phrase in a Christmas hymn or carol arrests you this year? As part of our yuletide celebration, we'll welcome back a man of hymns and sacred music, Dr. Sound of Majesty himself, Greg Wheatley. Don't miss the conversation about the deep meaning behind the songs we sing at Christmas on Chris Fabry Live.

Featured resources:
SoundofMajesty.org
MusicofChristmas.org

December thank you gift:
Hosanna in Excelsis: Hymns and Devotions for the Christmas Season by David & Barbara Leeman

Chris Fabry Live is listener-supported. To support the program, click here.

Pull out your song-book and let's talk about the hymns and carols of Christmas. What phrase in a Christmas hymn or carol arrests you this year? As part of our yuletide celebration, we'll welcome back a man of hymns and sacred music, Dr. Sound of Majesty himself, Greg Wheatley. Don't miss the conversation about the deep meaning behind the songs we sing at Christmas on Chris Fabry Live.
Featured resources: <a title="soundofmajesty.org" href="https://soundofmajesty.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">SoundofMajesty.org</a> <a title="MusicofChristmas.org" href="/link/37b65ffba5ef4bad9b870980578b9cad.aspx" target="_blank" rel="noopener">MusicofChristmas.org</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.

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Throughout the year Moody Radio hosts several unique programs featuring world-renowned Bible teachers, Christian Speakers, and Musicians.

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The Hymns and Carols of Christmas

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What did Mary know and what didn't she know? Did the angels sing to the shepherds? Was Jesus born in a stable, a cave, or some other dwelling? The two Michaels—Dr. Michael Rydelnik and Dr. Michael Vanlaningham—return to answer questions about the first Christmas. What does the biblical record tell us and not tell us? What are the misconceptions we have about the birth of Christ? Don't miss the biblical fun we'll have with the two Michaels on Chris Fabry Live.

December thank you gift:
Hosanna in Excelsis: Hymns and Devotions for the Christmas Season by David & Barbara Leeman

Chris Fabry Live is listener-supported. To support the program, click here.

What did Mary know and what didn't she know? Did the angels sing to the shepherds? Was Jesus born in a stable, a cave, or some other dwelling? The two Michaels&mdash;Dr. <a title="https://www.michaelrydelnik.org/" href="https://www.michaelrydelnik.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Michael Rydelnik</a> and Dr. Michael Vanlaningham&mdash;return to answer questions about the first Christmas. What does the biblical record tell us and not tell us? What are the misconceptions we have about the birth of Christ? Don't miss the biblical fun we'll have with the two Michaels on Chris Fabry Live.
December thank you gift: <a title="Give to Chris Fabry Live" href="https://give.moodyradio.org/cfl?utm_source=podcast&amp;utm_medium=link&amp;appeal=GAW&amp;utm_content=cflad1&amp;utm_term=rad&amp;_gl=1*yhjok8*_ga*NzZkMjllYzEtYTUyMS00NWYyLWNkNDktZTMyYjdkN2VhNzhi*_ga_4WH1937046*czE3NTk5NTE0MDIkbzE4NCRnMCR0MTc1OTk1MTQwMiRqNjAkbDAkaDA." target="_blank" rel="noopener">Hosanna in Excelsis: Hymns and Devotions for the Christmas Season&nbsp;by David &amp; Barbara Leeman</a>
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Bible Q & A: December 2025

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What's the best thing about being single at Christmas? That question may sound odd, but we'd love to hear your answer. The default thinking is that singles are lonely and depressed through Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's. But is that true? From the Boundless Show, author and speaker Lisa Anderson will share her own experience and encouragement for singles. Don't miss the conversation on Chris Fabry Live.

December thank you gift:
Hosanna in Excelsis: Hymns and Devotions for the Christmas Season by David & Barbara Leeman

Chris Fabry Live is listener-supported. To support the program, click here.

What's the best thing about being single at Christmas? That question may sound odd, but we'd love to hear your answer. The default thinking is that singles are lonely and depressed through Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's. But is that true? From the <a title="https://www.boundless.org/" href="https://www.boundless.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Boundless Show</a>, author and speaker <a title="https://www.boundless.org/meet-the-team/" href="https://www.boundless.org/meet-the-team/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Lisa Anderson</a> will share her own experience and encouragement for singles. Don't miss the conversation on Chris Fabry Live.
December thank you gift: <a title="Give to Chris Fabry Live" href="https://give.moodyradio.org/cfl?utm_source=podcast&amp;utm_medium=link&amp;appeal=GAW&amp;utm_content=cflad1&amp;utm_term=rad&amp;_gl=1*yhjok8*_ga*NzZkMjllYzEtYTUyMS00NWYyLWNkNDktZTMyYjdkN2VhNzhi*_ga_4WH1937046*czE3NTk5NTE0MDIkbzE4NCRnMCR0MTc1OTk1MTQwMiRqNjAkbDAkaDA." target="_blank" rel="noopener">Hosanna in Excelsis: Hymns and Devotions for the Christmas Season&nbsp;by David &amp; Barbara Leeman</a>
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The Perks of a Single Life During the Holidays

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It’s a "Grand" Christmas on Chris Fabry Live. What are the perks of being a grandparent at Christmas time? Jay Payleitner is the author of a new devotional that will inspire and encourage your grandparenting journey. He says this season could be your greatest calling yet. But there are some Christmas warnings as well as opportunities for you to consider. Don't miss the stories and Grand Christmas fun on Chris Fabry Live.

Featured resource:
A Grand Way to Live: Faith, Wisdom, and Joy for Every Grandparent by Jay Payleitner

December thank you gift:
Hosanna in Excelsis: Hymns and Devotions for the Christmas Season by David & Barbara Leeman

Chris Fabry Live is listener-supported. To support the program, click here.

It&rsquo;s a "Grand" Christmas on Chris Fabry Live. What are the perks of being a grandparent at Christmas time? <a title="https://jaypayleitner.com/" href="https://jaypayleitner.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Jay Payleitner</a> is the author of a new devotional that will inspire and encourage your grandparenting journey. He says this season could be your greatest calling yet. But there are some Christmas warnings as well as opportunities for you to consider. Don't miss the stories and Grand Christmas fun on Chris Fabry Live.
Featured resource: <a title="Book: A Grand Way to Live" href="https://www.christianbook.com/Christian/Books/product?event=AFF&amp;amp;p=1024153&amp;amp;item_no=693934" target="_blank" rel="noopener">A Grand Way to Live: Faith, Wisdom, and Joy for Every Grandparent by Jay Payleitner</a>
December thank you gift: <a title="Give to Chris Fabry Live" href="https://give.moodyradio.org/cfl?utm_source=podcast&amp;utm_medium=link&amp;appeal=GAW&amp;utm_content=cflad1&amp;utm_term=rad&amp;_gl=1*yhjok8*_ga*NzZkMjllYzEtYTUyMS00NWYyLWNkNDktZTMyYjdkN2VhNzhi*_ga_4WH1937046*czE3NTk5NTE0MDIkbzE4NCRnMCR0MTc1OTk1MTQwMiRqNjAkbDAkaDA." target="_blank" rel="noopener">Hosanna in Excelsis: Hymns and Devotions for the Christmas Season&nbsp;by David &amp; Barbara Leeman</a>
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A Grand Christmas

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