Defining Ministry
Dr. Mark Yarbrough joins host Don Hawkins for a conversation on defining ministry and what ministry looks like in the life of each Christian. Then, Relationship authorities Dr. Greg and Erin Smalley join host Don Hawkins to share their best relationship advice on having a successful and happy marr…
Facing Life's Challenges
Whatever your age or background you undoubtably have faced or are facing some of life’s challenges. That’s the topic host Don Hawkins discussed recently with life coach Rodney Love and Don’s grandson Chris. Clinical Depression has been called the number one mental health problem in America today…
The Eclipse of God
For decades Dr. Erwin Luther served as pastor of the Historic Moody Church in Chicago and has hosted a number of Christian radio broadcasts. Recently he joined Encouragement for You host Don Hawkins to talk about his latest book, The Eclipse of God.
Encouragement Through Prayer
Most of us as Christians are familiar with the great commission found in Mathew 28: 18-20. While the main verb in the commission is to make disciples, going plays an important role as we learn from missions authority Steve Saint. For years, Juni Felix served as producer for the Life Perspectives r…
Back to the Basics
Dan Cathy is the son of Chick-fil-A founder Truett Cathy, and for many years he served as Chick-fil-A CEO. Dan Cathy was a frequent guest with Don Hawkins on his radio show, Life Perspectives. Dan joined Don with a discussion on business basics, along with Martin Luther King Jr.'s daughter, Dr. Be…
Caring for Seniors
According to research, every seven seconds another person reaches retirement age. For seniors and those who care for them a wide range of choices need to be made. Don Sapaugh has invested decades in senior care, and serves as the CEO of Restoration Senior Living. He joins host Don Hawkins with enc…
PTSD and Overcoming Substance Abuse
PTSD, or Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, has become increasingly common in a world filled with violence, stress, and disasters. The late Dr. Frank Minirth was an authority on the subject and his discussion with host Don Hawkins is up next. From his own experience, the late Tony Dyer became an aut…
How to Make You Spouse Feel Loved
For many years Dr. Greg Smalley and his wife Erin have conducted marriage and family seminars. In our first segment of Encouragement for You, they join host Don Hawkins to talk about how to make your spouse feel loved. For many people today the stresses of life have left them feeling hopeless. Ma…
Work and Running on Empty
For many people work is the most difficult part of their lives. Dan Cathy of Chick-fil-a talks with host Don Hawkins about mastering your work What to do when you're at the end of your rope? Christian life coach Todd Nivens discusses this with host Don Hawkins
Simplifying Your Life
Most of us are finding life to be complex these days with all the electronic gadgets and methods of communication. Dr. Greg Smalley is the vice president for families of Focus on the Family and his wife Erin is a christian therapist. You’ll find their recommendations for simplifying your life to be…