Community Bridge

Martin Luther was facing giants. What did he do for courage? He wrote the hymn, “A Mighty Fortress Is Our God” with the timely words, "Christ Jesus...must win the battle." Has God ever encouraged your heart with a special worship song at just the right time? Ron Maxwell, Founder of the Christian Music Preservation Project, shares how Christian music supports your mental health. That’s why they are working to preserve your favorite worship songs for future generations.

How does God feel about the crisis in Israel?  David Parsons, Vice President & Senior International Spokesman at the International Christian Embassy Jerusalem, discusses a biblical response to the Israeli crisis and how you can make a difference God’s way.

How has your pastor blessed you? Evening meetings, counseling sessions, weddings and funerals, Sunday service preparation—the list goes on! How can you bless your pastor? Brian Kluth, national spokesperson for the Bless Your Pastor Movement, talks about how you can show care and support for your pastor.  Join the Bless Your Pastor Movement today!

Who shared the Gospel with you? Jeff Martin, Executive President of Strategic Partnerships, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, talks about how US Gen Z student athletes are sharing the Gospel with their own generation. Join your nearest “Fields of Faith” event in person and in prayer. Support student athletes who are reaching for their peers to follow Jesus Christ!

The school campus is one of the most spiritually dark places in America. But a movement is happening—and youth are being empowered to be the light! Emerson Collins, Program Manager of the Bring Your Bible to School Day Initiative, from Focus on the Family, shares how you can get involved in this year's Bring Your Bible to School Day, happening October 6th!

When you’ve struggled with loneliness—God sees and He cares. Marriage and Family Therapist Geremy Keeton, Focus on the Family, talks about dealing with loneliness and being Jesus for the lonely. God’s Word has the “how”, the cure to loneliness—discover it today!

There are children waiting for shelter, care, guidance, and to be shown the love of Jesus Christ. Could they find a home with your family? Dr. Sharen Ford, Director of Foster Care and Adoption at Focus on the Family, talks about how you and your church can best love foster children in your own community.

Pastor Bob never thought he could start a school. But nearly five years - and five hundred students later - God has opened incredible doors! Listen as Jenny Burkhiser speaks to Pastor Bob Thune, Founder of Trinity Classical Academy, about how even you can invest in your community's children and their education. Find out why now is the time to build education in your community!

What decisions did Daniel make before being thrown into the lion's den? How did Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego come to face the fiery furnace? Why did young David duel against a jeering Goliath? Listen as Jenny Burkhiser speaks to Dr. Karl Benzio, nationally renowned mental health expert and medical director of the American Association of Christian Counselors, about how you can learn from heroes of the faith, reading the Bible as the perfect decision-making textbook and guide for your mental health and peace today.  

Have you read the sure-fire instruction manual on how to have perfect peace and your best mental health today? Jenny speaks to Dr. Karl Benzio, board-certified psychiatrist, co-founder/medical director of Honey Lake Clinic, and medical director of the American Association of Christian Counselors, about how the Bible is your perfect guide for peace with God, others, and yourself.  

How do you protect yourself financially during one of the busiest shopping seasons of the year? It’s back-to-school time, and Jenny is talking to Bo Hanson, financial advisor and co-host of The Money Guy Podcast. He’s sharing biblical wisdom about managing your fall finances.

Stephen was an addict before he was homeless. And if you saw Stephen, you might not know how to help. Well, there is a way to help—because today Stephen manages the thrift store at the shelter where he found it. Today, Jenny talks with Stephen Morey and Steve Turbeville, president of Lighthouse Ministries, about how you can help the homeless in your community.  

Have you ever looked at someone struggling with addiction and thought, “I want to help, but how?” Jenny Burkhiser speaks to Mark Shaw, author, counselor, and founder of The Addiction Connection about how you and your church can help others overcome addiction and build God’s kingdom through the power of Jesus Christ.

In 2013, one couple said yes to Jesus. They started a ministry feeding 150,000 meals out of the back of their car. Today, they provide over 3 million meals annually from high quality, surplus food to families struggling with food insecurity. You too can bring natural and spiritual nourishment to the hungry in your community! Jenny Burkhiser speaks to Chris Whitney, Founder and CEO of One Generation Away, to show you how.

She was young, living in a Mexican orphanage, and she believed God hated her. But when she met Jesus, she knew she was loved. She now feeds 280 children daily and shares with them the love that found her. How can you make a difference in the life of a struggling child? Jenny Burkhiser speaks with Veronica Miranda—that little girl who received a shoebox gift and the Greatest Journey Discipleship Program from Operation Christmas Child. She’ll share how you can help change lives during Family Radio's Greatest Journey Campaign!   

Think of a child you love. Do you ever worry that you won’t be able to protect them? Technology is developing more rapidly than ever—and it’s a necessity that comes with risks, especially for youth. Today, Jenny Burkhiser speaks with Yaron Litwin, Chief Marketing Officer of Canopy. They’ve developed an app to help protect your loved ones from the unwanted exposure that comes with using technology.

When have you struggled to give control of your life to God? What or who have you given yourself to instead? Today, we’re talking about overcoming addictions and other life-controlling issues through the power of Jesus Christ! Jenny Burkhiser speaks with Gary Blackard, president and CEO of Adult and Teen Challenge, about real hope. Hear stories of changed lives and how your life can be transformed to a new creation in Christ!

How would you respond if God called you to risk everything for those who have nothing? Jenny Burkhiser talks with Alejandro Monteverde, writer and director of Sound of Freedom—a movie and true story about one man’s mission to bring freedom’s light to those in the darkness of human trafficking.  Support true freedom for all this 4th of July. Join the Sound of Freedom movement!

What does it mean to be salt and light? And when the whole world is running in the opposite direction, how do you speak truth to your neighbor in love? Jenny Burkhiser talks with Vice President of Communications Paul Batura, Focus on the Family, about how you can reach your community for Jesus Christ!

Why do you suppose God created fathers? Learn more as Jenny Burkhiser gleans fatherly wisdom from Family Radio dads Jason Frentsos, midday host; Tom Evans, president & general manager; and Vance Dillard, senior director of programming. These brothers in Christ share lessons they've learned on their life's journey from the Bible and God our heavenly Father. As a dad, grandparent, or other male mentor, you can uniquely impact others for God’s Kingdom!