Today, on Karl and Crew, we continued our weekly theme, “Spiritual Gifts.” Dr. Rick Melson and Dr. Drew Dickens joined us today. Dr. Rick Melson, the New President of Moody Bible Institute, shared his heart for Moody’s future, the importance of staying anchored in Scripture, and why Spirit-led leadership is essential for lasting gospel impact. Then Dr. Drew Dickens, an AI expert, shared encouraging developments in AI, demonstrated how thoughtful prompting can turn an idea into a practical tool, and gave listeners a spiritual gifts assessment to help them identify their gifts. We then turn to our listeners who took the assessment and ask, “What did you think? What was confirmed for you? What surprised you?” 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: 
Drew Dickens [ 07:01 ]
Call Segment [ 26:00 ]
Dr. Rick Nelson [ 41:45 ]

Today, on Karl and Crew, we continued our weekly theme, &ldquo;Spiritual Gifts.&rdquo; Dr. Rick Melson and Dr. Drew Dickens joined us today. Dr. Rick Melson, the New President of Moody Bible Institute, shared his heart for Moody&rsquo;s future, the importance of staying anchored in Scripture, and why Spirit-led leadership is essential for lasting gospel impact. Then <a href="https://drewdickens.com/">Dr. Drew Dickens</a>, an AI expert, shared encouraging developments in AI, demonstrated how thoughtful prompting can turn an idea into a practical tool, and gave listeners a spiritual gifts assessment to help them identify their gifts. We then turn to our listeners who took the assessment and ask, &ldquo;What did you think? What was confirmed for you? What surprised you?&rdquo; 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: Drew Dickens [ 07:01 ] Call Segment [ 26:00 ] Dr. Rick Nelson [ 41:45 ]

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AI Tool for Discovering Your Spiritual Gifts with Dr. Drew Dickens & Meet Moody’s New President with Dr. Rick Melson

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Today, on Karl and Crew, we kicked off our weekly theme, “It's Complicated!” filled with amazing stories! Christopher Reynolds, Chip Ingram, and Dr. Jim Coakley joined us. Christopher Reynolds, a traveling evangelist and author of “Bear Through It,” shared how a life-changing accident challenged his identity and taught him how God can use pain for growth and purpose. Then, Chip Ingram, CEO & Teaching Pastor of Living on the Edge, talked about the joy that comes from having intimacy with God. Afterward, Dr. Jim Coakley, Professor of Bible at Moody Bible Institute and author of “14 Fresh Ways to Enjoy the Bible,” talked about how Scripture helps us understand and express our emotions while trusting God through them. We then turn to our listeners and ask, “What emotion were you good at hiding from people?” 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:
Call Segment [ 06:31 ]
Dr. Jim Coakley  [ 21:45 ]
Christopher Reynolds [ 31:20 ]
Chip Ingram [ 42:20 ]

Today, on Karl and Crew, we kicked off our weekly theme, &ldquo;It's Complicated!&rdquo; filled with amazing stories! Christopher Reynolds, Chip Ingram, and Dr. Jim Coakley joined us. Christopher Reynolds, a traveling evangelist and author of &ldquo;Bear Through It,&rdquo; shared how a life-changing accident challenged his identity and taught him how God can use pain for growth and purpose. Then, Chip Ingram, CEO &amp; Teaching Pastor of Living on the Edge, talked about the joy that comes from having intimacy with God. Afterward, Dr. Jim Coakley, Professor of Bible at Moody Bible Institute and author of &ldquo;14 Fresh Ways to Enjoy the Bible,&rdquo; talked about how Scripture helps us understand and express our emotions while trusting God through them. We then turn to our listeners and ask, &ldquo;What emotion were you good at hiding from people?&rdquo; 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: Call Segment [ 06:31 ] Dr. Jim Coakley &nbsp;[ 21:45 ] Christopher Reynolds [ 31:20 ] Chip Ingram [ 42:20 ]

Experiencing Joy with Chip Ingram & When Your Identity is Shaken by Pain with Christopher Reynolds

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Today we concluded our theme week on Hope. We had a great conversation with radio host, speaker, and author Susie Larson.  She discussed how hope in Christ sets us free in the pain and keeps us in awe of God.  Dr. Crawford Loritts, President and Founder of Beyond Our Generation and host of Living a Legacy, helped us unpack the true definition of biblical hope and how to live it out.  Also, speaker and author Nicole Jacobsmeyer shared her personal story and the inspiration for her new book, "Something Will Grow: Finding God's Heart in the Soil of Suffering."  Finally, we recognized the 25th anniversary of 9-11 with a special poem written by Stacey Randall and narrated by the late Mike Kellogg.  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:

Dr. Crawford Loritts Interview [9:58]

Susie Larson Interview [17:50]

9/11 Remembrance and Stairwell Poem [34:00]

Nicole Jacobsmeyer Interview [42:00]

 

 

Today we concluded our theme week on Hope. We had a great conversation with radio host, speaker, and author <a href="http://www.susielarson.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Susie Larson</a>.&nbsp; She discussed how hope in Christ sets us free in the pain and keeps us in awe of God.&nbsp; Dr. Crawford Loritts, President and Founder of <a href="http://www.beyondourgeneration.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Beyond Our Generation</a> and host of Living a Legacy, helped us unpack the true definition of biblical hope and how to live it out.&nbsp; Also, speaker and author <a href="http://www.nicolejacobsmeyer.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Nicole Jacobsmeyer</a> shared her personal story and the inspiration for her new book, "Something Will Grow: Finding God's Heart in the Soil of Suffering."&nbsp; Finally, we recognized the 25th anniversary of 9-11 with a special poem written by Stacey Randall and narrated by the late Mike Kellogg.&nbsp;&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:
Dr. Crawford Loritts Interview [9:58]
Susie Larson Interview [17:50]
9/11 Remembrance and Stairwell Poem [34:00]
Nicole Jacobsmeyer Interview [42:00]
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Finding Freedom in Hope with Susie Larson; Growth from pain with Nicole Jacobsmeyer; and Defining Biblical Hope with Dr. Crawford Loritts 

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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="http://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="http://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="http://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="http://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

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AI Tool for Discovering Your Spiritual Gifts with Dr. Drew Dickens & Meet Moody’s New President with Dr. Rick Melson

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