Chris Fabry Live

​In the middle of suffering, is it possible to live with hope instead of despair? Author and psychiatrist Dr. Curt Thompson shares how God can transform our lives from the inside out. He believes many are so focused on avoiding pain that we’ve never really learned how to suffer well. Don’t miss this message of hope, on Chris Fabry Live.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On a best-of Chris Fabry Live, the music and heart of Ben Fuller. The story behind his music is filled with struggle, addiction, and grace. Ben’s life was spiraling because of drugs and alcohol and he decided to pursue a country music career. Someone invited him to church…and his life and music forever changed. Don’t miss the hopeful conversation with Ben Fuller on the next Chris Fabry Live.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Can God help you overcome a broken past? Bryan grew up in Houston and became a gang member and drug dealer. His life was out of control. But there were some men in Louisiana who saw something in him. They gave him a second chance. And several after that. Hear how Bryan came out of the darkness and into the light, on Chris Fabry Live.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hiding inside every man is a little boy. For some this kid is healthy and strong. For others he’s insecure. Afraid. And Angry. Coming up on Chris Fabry Live, author and speaker Patrick Morley addresses what he calls, “the fraternal order of broken boys”. These are men suffering silently from an unbroken cycle of childhood pain. Hear about the freedom available-- on Chris Fabry Live.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Two roads diverged in a yellow wood. Which road did you take? A listener recently wrote, "I am at a fork in the road regarding staying in my current job or turning in my notice." What was your fork in the road? That decision might not look as big now, but your story might encourage someone else. Forks in the road—don't miss Chris Fabry Live.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you're not a pastor, a missionary, a full-time Christian worker—does your work matter? Jordan Raynor says most believers have a concept that says secular work is second rate to God. But after research and looking closely at Scripture, he says your secular work is sacred. Does your job matter for eternity—even when you're not sharing the Gospel? Don't miss Chris Fabry Live.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the next Chris Fabry Live you'll hear a discussion of the topic of "gray divorce." A guest on the program received this message: 'My 66-year-old mom just told me she and my dad are divorcing. I'm in shock. They've been married 39 years. What are they thinking?' If you are asking that same question about your parents, or you are making a gray divorce decision, don't miss Chris Fabry Live.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When's the last time you memorized a verse or a passage from the Bible? If you have given up on that—because you can't even remember names—don't miss Glenna Marshall. She has motivation, encouragement, and practical tips on how to hide God's Word in your heart so that you can meditate on it. Don't miss the biblical encouragement on Chris Fabry Live.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Just as Melissa was about to release her magnum opus into the world, the unthinkable happened. She and her family experienced a huge loss. You'll hear about that loss and how it informs what she's written about in the book Inconvenient Parenting. You want to train up your child in the way he or she should go, but how do you do that? How do you encourage your child's uniqueness, creativity, and joy? Hear Melissa Hannigan's story on Chris Fabry Live.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When did someone value you enough to give you time, attention, words? You'll hear the story of a man who called a radio program 30 years ago and the impact that conversation had on him. Then, it's your turn to talk about the person who made you feel like you were the only person in the room. Have a story like that? Share it with us on Chris Fabry Live.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Want to change the culture? Dr. Kathy Koch says you can do that if you'll raise children to embrace biblical character. We will talk about the problem of prioritizing behavior modification over instilling character. Why is that so important and how do you do it? Have you intentionally decided to parent differently? Don't miss Chris Fabry Live.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We are living in a world that is increasingly isolated, fractured, and lonely. And the church can feel the same. Author and pastor Vermon Pierre says when you are dearly loved by God, you can love Him and others from the overflow. But how do you do that when you're in the middle of a church split? Don’t miss Chris Fabry Live.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Are you struggling with making a beginning of life or end of life medical decision? Bioethicist and Senior Fellow at The Center for Bioethics and Human Dignity Dr. John Kilner will join us. He'll help us think through what he calls, "ethics at the edges of life." Don't miss the practical help for difficult issues on Chris Fabry Live.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tim and Kathy had a rocky marriage, full of struggle, conflict, even infidelity. Something happened to Tim and Kathy that transformed their marriage and their lives. If you're going through a difficult marriage, if there are dark secrets you've kept from each other, hear about the healing and hope available through God's power. Don't miss the story on Chris Fabry Live.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Don't miss Friday's Chris Fabry Live! You will hear a conversation that will encourage you and get to know other listeners better. Chris might toss out a question that leads you to some good place of the heart. He could have a guest who will bring some interesting perspective on life. And, of course, there's always the Fabulous Fabry Friday Sigh. Join Chris on his next excursion of the soul, and the daily get-together at the Radio Backyard Fence.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you’ve ever been rejected, you won’t want to miss Chris Fabry Live. In a best-of broadcast, two guests will discuss the life, ministry, and legacy of Mary McLeod Bethune. She was a graduate of Moody Bible Institute, an educator, stateswoman, and Civil Rights leader. Don’t miss the encouragement from the life of this amazing woman today on Chris Fabry Live.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you’ve been hurt by your father, don’t miss this episode of Chris Fabry Live. Did he neglect you, reject you or abandon you? Maybe he was just indifferent. Kia Stephens joins us on a best-of broadcast to tell her story of the fallout of that broken trust in her life. It can deeply affect your relationship with God. How do you overcome your father wounds? Don’t miss Chris Fabry Live.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

​You see an awful lot of incivility and conflict in today's world. Road rage, rancor in politics, even in the church. Pastor and author Nate Pickowicz believes what we need most is an infusion of God's kindness and compassion. If you're overwhelmed with your circumstances, what might happen if you lean into the kindness of God? Find out on Chris Fabry Live.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As we celebrate Presidents Day, we’ll take a look at some people from history with author and journalist, Dr. Marvin Olasky. What were the struggles of leaders of the past and how did they overcome them? You’ll hear about Washington, Jefferson, Jackson, and Lincoln as well as others who influenced these leaders. Don’t miss a conversation with Dr. Marvin Olasky, Monday on Chris Fabry Live.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You wandered away. And the Good Shepherd went looking for you. Who did God use to rescue you from the direction you were headed? How did He bring you back into the fold? There's a famous song with a great story behind it that goes back to the days of D.L. Moody. We'll talk about that and then hear your story. Don't miss the encouragement on Chris Fabry Live.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.