We continue our weekly theme, "Where is our hope?"  Laura Busse is a grief coach, author, and speaker.  Her latest book is called "The Unimaginable: God, Grief, and the Questions that Won't Go Away."  She shared her journey through the death of her son.  International speaker and N.Y. bestselling author Jill Savage also joined us.  She had a powerful testimony of hope, as her marriage was affected by infidelity.  Finally, Lana Silk, President and CEO of Transform Iran, updated us on current events, the Church in Iran, and inspiring stories even in the conflict. You can hear the highlights of today’s program on the Karl and Crew Showcast.

If you're looking to hear a particular segment from the show, look at the following timestamps:

Laura Busse Interview [7:50]

Lana Silk Interview [17:30]

Building Character Through Endurance [28:43]

Jill Savage Interview [37:31]

 

We continue our weekly theme, "Where is our hope?"&nbsp; <a href="https://www.griefandhope.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Laura Busse</a> is a grief coach, author, and speaker.&nbsp; Her latest book is called <a href="https://www.laurabusse.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener">"The Unimaginable: God, Grief, and the Questions that Won't Go Away."</a>&nbsp; She shared her journey through the death of her son.&nbsp; International speaker and N.Y. bestselling author <a href="https://www.jillsavage.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Jill Savage</a> also joined us.&nbsp; She had a powerful testimony of hope, as her marriage was affected by infidelity.&nbsp; Finally, Lana Silk, President and CEO of <a href="https://www.transformiran.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Transform Iran</a>, updated us on current events, the Church in Iran, and inspiring stories even in the conflict.&nbsp;You can hear the highlights of today&rsquo;s program on the Karl and Crew Showcast.
If you're looking to hear a particular segment from the show, look at the following timestamps:
Laura Busse Interview [7:50]
Lana Silk Interview [17:30]
Building Character Through Endurance [28:43]
Jill Savage Interview [37:31]
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A Mother's Hope Through Grief with Laura Busse; Hope Through Infidelity with Jill Savage; and Hope in the Conflict with Lana Silk

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/a8cdbf10-d816-4c77-9e79-aa1c012547e1/clips/5040f69c-a612-4201-aa6c-b4c000e11d29/transcript

Today, on Karl and Crew, we continued our theme of "Core Truths."  Karl shared a unique metaphor comparing core truths of training Iditarod dog teams and our own spiritual life.  Colin Smith joined us as well.  He is Pastor Emeritus of The Orchard Church and host of the national broadcast, Open the Bible.  Pastor Colin discussed Ephesians 2:9-10 and the concern of following fads and trends, rather than biblical core truths that last for eternity.  Pastor, speaker, and author Chris Coursey was also our guest.  He unpacked true joy versus happiness and shared his own testimony of experiencing biblical joy even in the valleys.  We highlighted one of his books called "The Joy Switch."  Finally, we asked listeners, "What is a core truth you're living into today?"  It's Wednesday, so we enjoyed Ally's Jokes!  You can hear the highlights of today's program on the Karl and Crew Showcast. 


If you're looking to hear a particular segment from the show, look at the following timestamps: 

Core Truths and Iditarod Dog Training [00:06]

Colin Smith [09:55]

Callers [23:01]

Chris Coursey [33:38] 

Ally Thinks It's Funny [45:24]

Today, on Karl and Crew, we continued our theme of "Core Truths."&nbsp; Karl shared a unique metaphor comparing core truths of training Iditarod dog teams and our own spiritual life.&nbsp; Colin Smith joined us as well.&nbsp; He is Pastor Emeritus of The Orchard Church and host of the national broadcast, <a href="http://www.openthebible.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Open the Bible</a>.&nbsp; Pastor Colin discussed Ephesians 2:9-10 and the concern of following fads and trends, rather than biblical core truths that last for eternity.&nbsp; Pastor, speaker, and author <a href="http://www.thrivetoday.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Chris Coursey</a> was also our guest.&nbsp; He unpacked true joy versus happiness and shared his own testimony of experiencing biblical joy even in the valleys.&nbsp; We highlighted one of his books called <a href="https://www.moodypublishers.com/store?q=joy+switch&amp;sort=relevance" target="_blank" rel="noopener">"The Joy Switch."</a>&nbsp; Finally, we asked listeners, "What is a core truth you're living into today?"&nbsp; It's Wednesday, so we enjoyed Ally's Jokes!&nbsp; You can hear the highlights of today's program on the Karl and Crew Showcast.&nbsp;
 If you're looking to hear a particular segment from the show, look at the following timestamps:&nbsp;
Core Truths and Iditarod Dog Training [00:06]
Colin Smith [09:55]
Callers [23:01]
Chris Coursey [33:38]&nbsp;
Ally Thinks It's Funny [45:24]

Following Core Truths not Trends with Colin Smith and Living in Authentic Joy with Chris Coursey 

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/a8cdbf10-d816-4c77-9e79-aa1c012547e1/clips/90a2a352-1e66-4538-a493-b4d500ffbed0/transcript

We continued our theme, "Core Truths," on Karl and Crew today.  Dr. Erwin Lutzer joined us and shared his pastoral heart on how loving Christ means living like you do! Who are you serving, and what is your attitude?  Dr. Lutzer is Pastor Emeritus of Moody Church and host of the broadcast, Running to Win.  Also, who are Gen Alpha, and how do we reach them with the Gospel?  Shane Pruitt is the National Next Gen Director for the North American Mission Board.  His latest book is called "Reaching Generation Alpha."  He offered great insight.  You can hear the highlights of today's program on the Karl and Crew Showcast. 


If you're looking to hear a particular segment from the show, look at the following timestamps: 

Disciple-Making Churches [00:07]

Dr. Erwin Lutzer [07:09]

Callers Core Truths [22:12]

Chapel Link [29:14]

Shane Pruitt [33:09]  

We continued our theme, "Core Truths," on Karl and Crew today.&nbsp; <a href="http://www.moodymedia.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Dr. Erwin Lutzer</a> joined us and shared his pastoral heart on how loving Christ means living like you do! Who are you serving, and what is your attitude?&nbsp; Dr. Lutzer is Pastor Emeritus of Moody Church and host of the broadcast, Running to Win.&nbsp; Also, who are Gen Alpha, and how do we reach them with the Gospel?&nbsp; <a href="http://www.shanepruitt.net" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Shane Pruitt</a> is the National Next Gen Director for the North American Mission Board.&nbsp; His latest book is called "Reaching Generation Alpha."&nbsp; He offered great insight.&nbsp; You can hear the highlights of today's program on the Karl and Crew Showcast.&nbsp;
 If you're looking to hear a particular segment from the show, look at the following timestamps:&nbsp;
Disciple-Making Churches [00:07]
Dr. Erwin Lutzer [07:09]
Callers Core Truths [22:12]
Chapel Link [29:14]
Shane Pruitt [33:09]&nbsp;&nbsp;

Loving Christ with Dr. Erwin Lutzer and Understanding Gen Alpha with Shane Pruitt

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/a8cdbf10-d816-4c77-9e79-aa1c012547e1/clips/346136ec-b2dd-484f-8fa4-b4d40109da36/transcript

Today, on Karl and Crew, we kicked off a new weekly theme called "What Really Matters: The Core Truths."  MBI Professor Emeritus of Jewish Studies and Host of the Open Line broadcast, Dr. Michael Rydelnik, discussed his key core truths: that Jesus is the true Messiah and the importance of Israel. He also mentioned an important summit coming to MBI on November 7th  called "Opposing the New Christian Antisemitism."  Dr. Gregg Allgood is the Vice President of Water and Health with World Vision. He shared his testimony of following God's vision, not our own, and the impact of clean water and the Gospel globally. His book is called "Thirsty for a Miracle."  Also, Greg Dempster joined us and unpacked the core truths about prayer and 4 key principles of prayer and fasting. He is the Founder and Director of ChristLife Ministries and has served in full-time pastoral ministry for over two decades, helping equip believers to live out their faith with authenticity and freedom.  You can hear the highlights of today's program on the Karl and Crew Showcast. 


If you're looking to hear a particular segment from the show, look at the following timestamps: 

Flip the Tables [00:07]

Dr. Michael Rydelnik [08:31]

Blaise's Birthday [23:58]

Dr. Gregg Allgood [27:51]

Training Grace [38:22]

Greg Dempster [42:42]

Today, on Karl and Crew, we kicked off a new weekly theme called "What Really Matters: The Core Truths."&nbsp; MBI Professor Emeritus of Jewish Studies and Host of the <a href="/link/d005f3da8e334d188adada75da888f92.aspx" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Open Line</a> broadcast, <a href="http://www.michaelrydelnik.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Dr. Michael Rydelnik</a>, discussed his key core truths: that Jesus is the true Messiah and the importance of Israel.&nbsp;He also mentioned an important summit coming to MBI on November 7th&nbsp; called <a href="/link/be5defe6a7c24b3db5354b31d5438db4.aspx" target="_blank" rel="noopener">"Opposing the New Christian Antisemitism."</a>&nbsp; Dr. Gregg Allgood is the Vice President of Water and Health with <a href="http://www.worldvision.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener">World Vision</a>.&nbsp;He shared his testimony of following God's vision, not our own, and the impact of clean water and the Gospel globally. His book is called "<a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GQP52564?lv=shuf&amp;channelId=500&amp;plpRedirect=mhFallback" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Thirsty for a Miracle</a>."&nbsp; Also,&nbsp;Greg Dempster joined us and unpacked the core truths about prayer and 4 key principles of prayer and fasting. He is the Founder and Director of <a title="ChristLife Ministries" href="https://www.christlifeusa.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">ChristLife Ministries</a> and has served in full-time pastoral ministry for over two decades, helping equip believers to live out their faith with authenticity and freedom.&nbsp; You can hear the highlights of today's program on the Karl and Crew Showcast.&nbsp;
 If you're looking to hear a particular segment from the show, look at the following timestamps:&nbsp;
Flip the Tables [00:07]
Dr. Michael Rydelnik [08:31]
Blaise's Birthday [23:58]
Dr. Gregg Allgood [27:51]
Training Grace [38:22]
Greg Dempster [42:42]

Addressing Antisemitism with Dr. Michael Rydelnik; Pursuing God's Vision with Dr. Gregg Allgood; and 4 Key Principles of Prayer with Greg Dempster 

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/a8cdbf10-d816-4c77-9e79-aa1c012547e1/clips/d22090d8-3221-45db-a8d7-b4d301023a10/transcript

A Mother's Hope Through Grief with Laura Busse; Hope Through Infidelity with Jill Savage; and Hope in the Conflict with Lana Silk

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