Ken and Deb Mornings

What does the Bible say about the role of music in our lives and in the life of the Church? How should we discern what music to listen to or use in corporate music? What is the role of the heart in our expressions of praise and worship? The May Today in the Word Devotional will focus on the study of music in Scripture and Moody Bible Institute Professor of Music Dr. Brian Lee will be with us to talk about all things music in the Bible during this segment on Mornings with Seth and Deb.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What is the latest on the war in the Middle East? How will Israel respond to the recent attack by Iran? Are we on the precipice of a wider war? Dr. Glenn Duerr from Cedarville University will unpack the possible scenarios and how the Bible speaks to what is happening in the Middle East on Thursday's Mornings with Seth and Deb. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Do you wish you would have grown up understanding Biblical money management principles? If you are a parent or grandparent, you can be that person in your child's or grandchild's life that builds into the next generation money management habits that lead to financial peace and flourishing. Rob West from Faith and Finance LIVE will be with us to talk about kids and money, offering tools and principles that will set your child up for success. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Women can be strong Christians and confident leaders in the marketplace and corporate leader Peggy Bodde is showing women how in her new book, Sacred Work. Peggy visits with Seth and Deb offering remedies for common challenges that she has witnessed while mentoring Christian women leaders. She'll offer a way through the challenges and some interesting research that shows how women are unique in their contribution as leaders. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What brings hope and help to believers in hostile or restricted nations? Todd Nettleton from Voice of the Martyrs shares a tangible way you can be an agent of hope in this segment. We'll also hear an update on a recent attack on a church in Istanbul, learn about persecution from family members from a pastor in Mali, and receive an update on foreign Christians in China. Discover specific ways to pray and opportunities for serving the Persecuted Church by listening to this update on Mornings with Seth and Deb. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Do you see spiritual and physical health as connected or two different things? Dr. Stephen Ko has been on a journey from pediatrician, to public health officer, and now serving as senior Pastor of New York Chinese Alliance Church. He weaves together insights from faith, science, and medicine to unravel the artificial divisions we make as Christians and reveals the marvelous connections between our physical and spiritual health. Learn how fearfully and wonderfully we are made and how embracing healthy choices prepares us for Kingdom fruitfulness.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Do you long for home, your true home? As we grow older, we become more aware of the fleeting nature of our lives and the longing grows for heaven. Jesus said we do not need to be afraid for He is preparing a place for us. Pastor Ed Hedding from Pleasant View Baptist Church will take us to that comforting and hope-filled scripture in John as He shares "Rounding the Bend Toward Home."See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How did church growth become an obsession and is it a problem? Why is the church's celebrity culture a recipe for moral failure in its leaders?  Moody Books author Karl Vaters takes us on a journey through our society's obsession with celebrity and influence while affirming what is good and true about the Church. He invites us to de-size how we see our church and reframe how we view health and fruitfulness. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Does Jesus care about your finances? Does Jesus want us to give away all of our money? What if we saved for the level of our giving and not just our living? Dr. Shane Enete has written a Jesus-centered approach to managing money and we're going to explore what that means and doesn't mean as we visit with him about Whole Heart Finances. Whether you're looking forward to a big income tax return or waiting till the last minute to pay, this conversation will be an encouragement with direction that may have you thinking differently about your relationship with money. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How did church growth become an obsession and is it a problem? Why is the church's celebrity culture a recipe for moral failure in its leaders?  Moody Books author Karl Vaters takes us on a journey through our society's obsession with celebrity and influence while affirming what is good and true about the Church. He invites us to de-size how we see our church and reframe how we view health and fruitfulness. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When talking about Bible translation around the world, you may have the picture of a tribe or people group receiving Bibles. Still, there are many people groups where hearing the Word in their heart language is most effective. On Friday’s show, we will highlight a ministry that translates and shares God’s audible Word. Morgan Jackson, Senior Vice President of Faith Comes by Hearing, talks about the thousands of indigenous tribal members in East Malaysia who are the 2,000th language to receive a Scripture recording.  You’ll also learn about Vision 33, an effort to record and freely provide the Word of God in every language by the year 2033, and how you can help bring God’s Word to every person.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hope at the Brick House ministry is beginning an exciting project and we're going to hear all about it on Friday’s show with Director Joyce Klopp. Joyce will join Seth and Deb to give a ministry update and extend an invitation to today’s groundbreaking. Don't miss this opportunity to hear how God is working through this ministry in Davenport that gives hope to individuals and families through spiritual, educational, and community support. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How do you handle your unwanted wants? Is there a way to cultivate our desires to align with God’s heart for us?  In The Gift of Thorns, A.J. Swoboda, helps us wrestle with some difficult questions regarding the battle against the flesh.  A.J. will take us to scripture to help us discern which desires to crucify and which to nurture.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Muslims are coming to faith in Jesus in some amazing ways and this is one of those incredible testimonies! Kenza Haddock grew up practicing the Pillars of Islam and longed to please God, but became despondent in her attempts.  Kenza cried out to God and we will hear the rest of her story and discuss how to effectively reach those of the Muslim faith in this powerful segment on Mornings with Seth and Deb.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ladies if you are consistently circling the drain of fear and worry, you'll want to catch this conversation with Jessica Landmon. Jessica is the founder of Women Get Real Ministries and has dedicated her life to helping women grow in faith and be freed from the bondage of fear. Jessica struggled with fear for many years and takes us to Psalm 91 to teach us how to be a woman "who dwells" in the presence of God and let go of the "what-ifs" of this world.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What can we learn from the conversations Jesus had with people who interacted with him after his resurrection? Pastor Doug Rowland steps into their stories in this prepared devotional and shares specific lessons we can learn from those early witnesses. Learn how Jesus' resurrection reveals His heart as He knows our name, offers us peace, and invites us to believe. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Are you currently walking through a season of single motherhood? Are you seeking a support group with other single moms in our area? Join Seth and Deb Monday as they welcome Kathy Shetler and Pastor Justin Beach to share details about a new support group for single moms.  Kathy and Pastor Justin will share how the group began, the partnership with the church, what it offers, and how you can get involved in this support ministry.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How do you change your brain to achieve lasting, meaningful change? Dr. Alan Weissenbacher offers 6 steps to renew our minds in The Brain Change Program. Dr. Weissenbacher will share some of those renewal steps in this conversation with Seth and Deb. If you struggle with destructive thoughts or behaviors, Dr. Weissenbacher has words of hope and encouragement that you truly can change your brain!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What is the significance of the upcoming solar eclipse? Is there a faith connection to this occurrence? How rare is it to observe a complete solar eclipse? Astrophysicist Dr. Jeff Zweekrink from Reasons to Believe will answer questions on this upcoming solar event on Friday's program. Jeff will give us both a scientific and faith perspective in this timely conversation, preparing us for Monday's eclipse!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Have you ever left your home and country to rebuild your life in a new place? The parents of the GRAMMY Award-winning group for King & Country and solo artist Rebecca St. James embarked on an adventure moving from Australia to Nashville. Their story is now on display in a new film coming out on April 26! Luke Smallbone with for King & Country will share some of their family story and his role in the new movie Unsung Hero.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.