Middays With Susie Larson

When life hits you hard, it's easy to focus on your struggles and become negative. Pastor and author Deforest B. Soaries Jr. wrote the book "Say Yes When Life Says No;" he shares how to shift your perspective to see obstacles as opportunities for blessing.

In this age of polarization, we tend to attack or avoid those who are different than us. Dan White Jr. says we can show love to everyone we meet using Jesus as our example. His book is "Love Over Fear: Facing Monsters, Befriending Enemies and Healing Our Polarized World."

Many people don't know how to process grief and have unresolved grief as a result. Susie talks with her sister Kris Hall, who shares her journey of losing her husband to cancer and learning how God provides peace and hope in the midst of pain and grief.

Many people allow themselves to be defined by their circumstances, weaknesses, and failures. This is the theme of the new major motion picture Overcomer. Chris Fabry wrote the novelization of this film and he shares about learning to define ourselves only by what God says about us.

Andrew Bauman and his wife Christy have walked through the pain of losing a child. Susie talked with Andrew about their journey and the things God taught him in the hardest seasons of his life.  Andrew and Christy's book is "A Brave Lament: For Those Who Know Death."

Godly men often feel out of place in the Kingdom and the world. Susie discusses this with author and speaker Stephen Mansfield, who examines what true Biblical manhood is and how men can cultivate the life God designed them for. Stephen's book is "Building Your Band of Brothers."

There is a spiritual battle going on for our souls, and the Enemy lobs attacks at God's children. But we are not left defenseless. Susie shares verses and songs that we can take into spiritual battles. Listeners share victory stories and receive prayer.

Authors and counselors Chris Coursey and Marcus Wagner make the case for building a stronger marriage through joy, from their book "The 4 Habits of Joy-Filled Marriages: How 15 Minutes a Day Will Help You Stay in Love."

Each of us has the potential to eternally impact the lives of those we meet. Liz Curtis Higgs shares what she's learned about Lydia, Lois, and Eunice—New Testament women who shared their faith and influenced their families and communities for Christ.

Are you waiting for physical healing? Dr. Troy Spurrill and Dr. Tom Blee share amazing stories of healing they've seen in both functional and traditional medicine practices. Dr. Tom shares from his book "How to Save a Surgeon: Stories of Impossible Healing."

Many Christians understand the basics of salvation, but don't truly know the depths of God's grace. Pastor John Lindell shares what he's learned on a personal journey to discover what God's grace really means from his book Soul Set Free: Why Grace is More Liberating Than You Believe.

Each day there are more divisions of opinions about religion, politics, and more. But as Christians we must hold fast to our Biblical convictions and learn to share the truth in love. Author Dr. Steve Brown shares from his book "Talk the Walk: How to Be Right Without Being Insufferable."

Belinda Bauman shares stories and research from her book Brave Souls: Experiencing the Audacious Power of Empathy; Susie and Belinda pray with listeners.

Do you feel close to God? Do you trust that He loves you and gives you good things? James Bryan Smith, author of The Magnificent Journey, discusses how to cultivate true and deep intimacy with God and become Christ's disciple.

The book of Job is commonly recommended to those who are suffering; most people don't associate Job with joy. But author Lisa Harper reminds us that God is our source for joy no matter the circumstances, from her study book Job: A Story of Unlikely Joy.

Our self-worth and identity are often formed from things like our job or marital status. But God wants us to find our identity in Him as His child. Writer and producer Stephen Kendrick shares about a message inspired by the book of Ephesians featured in the upcoming major motion picture Overcomer.

As we age, the ways food affects our bodies changes. For many, losing weight becomes more difficult. Danna Demetre and Robyn Thompson share their plan for a thriving lifestyle from their book Eat, Live, Thrive Diet: A Lifestyle Plan to Rev Up Your Midlife Metabolism. Listen to part 2 here.

The Christian life is a journey with many different seasons and stages. Counselor, professor, and author Nancy Kane shares about stages of discipleship and intimacy with God from her book Stages of the Soul: God's Invitation to Greater Love.

Humility is something all Christians are called to walk in, but it can be more difficult to understand and do than we expect. Dr. Jeff Tacklind helps us to understand the paradox of humility and glory from his book The Winding Path of Transformation: Finding Yourself Between Glory and Humility.

America is a nation built on a foundation of religious liberty and was founded by many who loved God above all else. Pastor and author Robert J. Morgan shares research and stories he's compiled for a future book on the role of Christianity and the Bible throughout American history.