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Jenni Beadle from Child Evangelism Fellowship joins us in the studio to share insight into the mission and impact of Child Evangelism Fellowship. She also highlights their upcoming Paint Night event, discussing how it brings the community together while supporting the ministry’s work with children.

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Bob Stephens of Focus on the Family discusses why New Year’s resolutions often fail and how to approach 2026 differently. Sharing personal experience, he offers practical advice on setting realistic, measurable goals with action steps that actually stick—without the pressure of traditional resolutions.

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Dr. Michael Rydelnik is a retired Vice President and Academic Dean of Moody Bible Institute and Professor of Jewish Studies and Bible. He continues to teach nationally as the host of Open Line with Dr. Michael Rydelnik on over 325 stations. Raised in an observant Jewish home as the son of Holocaust survivors, he came to faith in Jesus the Messiah in high school and has taught the Bible ever since.

How Should Christians Think About Israel? | Moody Publishers

Trent and Andrea Griffith of FamilyLife join us to discuss Weekend to Remember, a faith-based marriage getaway designed to help couples reconnect and grow toward oneness. Marriage is never static—every day and every choice moves a couple closer together or further apart. Blending biblical principles with a refreshing break from everyday life, Weekend to Remember gives couples the opportunity to intentionally choose oneness and strengthen their relationship.

Family Life… a friend you can turn to

Emma Waters from the Heritage Foundation joins us to discuss an article she put together with Fred Lucas from Daily Signal, “These Policies Could Reverse U.S. Declining Marriage and Birth Rates,” exploring the social and policy changes that could strengthen families and help address the nation’s demographic challenges.

The Heritage Foundation

Zachery Mettler from the Daily Citizen joins us to give an update on his article, “Top 10 Conservative and Pro-Family Victories in 2025,” highlighting key legislative and cultural wins and explaining their significance for families and values across the nation.

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Clay and Michell Schoff, joined by Luke Yrene, are in the studio to talk about the work of Love NM and its mission to meet critical needs across New Mexico. They discuss how the organization provides support, resources, and hope to individuals and communities, highlighting the impact Love NM has in helping people and strengthening the state.

Serve Our State. Transform Our State. – Love NM

Carla Sontag of the New Mexico Business Coalition joins us to discuss troubling new data showing New Mexico ranking last in child well-being, education, and economic stability, despite increased government spending. She also highlights how these outcomes are driving families and income out of the state, previews the January 15 Pre-Legislative BASH in Albuquerque, and explains how listeners can share their views on Better Together New Mexico’s policy priorities ahead of the upcoming legislative session.

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