The 2024 Founder's Week is this week on the campus of the Moody Bible Institute. The theme for this longest-running free Bible conference is "Transformed, the Power of the Gospel." One of the featured speakers, Dr. Dann Spader, founder of Concentric Global and Sonlife Ministries, will join Seth and Deb to explore the discipleship process and give us a sneak peek into the message we'll hear at Founder's Week! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Are you anxious about the upcoming election? Are you moving forward in faith or fear? Pastor Brian Bill takes us to God's Word as we head toward election day 2024. He'll look at numerous passages from Scripture that remind us that God is sovereign and where our primary commitment as believers lies along with the responsibility to vote and be the best citizens. If you're struggling through this season, you'll find this teaching helpful and hopeful! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy...

There are over 400 English translations of the Bible, so how do you discover the one that is right for you? YouTube Bible Reviewer Tim Wildsmith jumps into this conversation Tuesday to discuss the history, strengths, and weaknesses of some of the different versions of the Bible helping us learn some of the basics of Bible translation providing information on the people who translated them, their historical context, and what makes them unique. The goal is to spark a desire to spend more time...

God has used the courage and martyrdom of John and Betty Stam to inspire a generation to missionary service. Their faithfulness to the gospel and their love for the Chinese people continues to impact Christianity in China today! A relative of the Stams, Andrew Montonera, has released a new book on John and Betty using family scrapbooks and unpublished sources. He'll join Seth and Deb to highlight the incredible testimony of this young couple who gave their all for the sake of the Gospel! See...

How are you preparing for election day? How about the day after the election? No matter who wins local and national elections, some will celebrate and others will feel the loss. So how do we pray and prepare for election day and post-election day? Focus on the Family's Gary Schneeberger reminds us who is truly on the throne and encourages believers to respond in a way that demonstrates Christ's love and promotes peace and unity. Gary will also lead us in a time of prayer for this season and...

You are invited to join Scott Schaefer and Andrew Sandry for a special benefit concert for One Eighty. One Eighty's Jenny Halupnik and Scott Schaefer will join Seth and Deb to share about the special evening featuring music, worship, inspiring testimonies, and a few surprises! All the proceeds from the concert will benefit the ministry of One Eighty which helps people restore their lives and encounter hope in Jesus after crisis, poverty, and addiction. Catch all the details on this special...

The Night to Honor Israel is coming up and on Thursday we'll get a snapshot of this special evening as we welcome Scott Schaefer and Allan Ross to the show. This year's event is the 21st year for the Night to Honor Israel which offers an opportunity for the faith community to come together in unity to celebrate our Jewish roots and express gratitude in praise and worship, music, dance, and giving. This year will include an incredible act of bravery that saved hundreds of lives and how we can...

Are you worried about your financial situation? Do you experience anxiety when you think about what would happen if you had to retire and couldn't work any longer? Financial fear and anxiety can be crippling and bring about discouragement and hopelessness, but God.  Faith Fi's Rob West will join Seth and Deb to take us to the Sermon on the Mount, exploring key connections and themes on our heart's treasure and anxiety. Rob West and the Faith Fi team have put together a 21-day devotional, Look...

How is the church doing in Ukraine? How can we pray for Pastors and their families in Ukraine? On Wednesday, Mission Eurasia's Sergey Rakhuba talks with Seth and Deb about an upcoming trip to build up Ukrainian church leaders and workers. We'll hear about a special conference and retreat for Pastors and their wives next week sponsored by a church in Nashville, hearing an update from the frontlines and how we can be praying for our brothers and sisters in Christ in Ukraine. See...

What are key prophecies in the Jewish Bible that point to Jesus? Are Jewish people in Israel more or less open to hearing the gospel today? Executive Chairman of the Board of Directors for Jews for Jesus David Brickner shares a few of the 12 key prophecies from the Jewish Bible that he explores in his new book, Does the Jewish Bible Point to Jesus?  David tells his personal story that led him to faith in Christ and serving through Jews for Jesus, and we'll explore how Israelis are responding...

How do we reach the spiritually curious with the good news? Mark Matlock, Senior Fellow at Barna, says that we have focussed our apologetics to staunch atheists when a larger part of our culture is spiritually open and curious about God. Mark is challenging us to learn how to engage in discussions about the Christian faith with those who are open to exploring it further. This faith engagement takes a lot more time and energy as we seek to create inviting spaces for spiritual exploration and...

Do you jump out of bed every morning with joyful anticipation that God is working in you and through you for His plans and purposes? If your day's start is a little less hopeful, join the teaching from Pastor Ed Hedding for this week's devotional. Pastor Ed takes us to 1 Peter 1 to give us a recipe for starting our day with a heavenly perspective, reminding us of all that we have in Christ and how to lean into the promises of God.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What does an ADHD diagnosis mean for family relationships? Dr. Tamara Rosier is the founder of the ADHD Center of West Michigan and helps families understand the unique challenges and joys that come with one or family members having ADHD. Tamara shares her own experience with having ADHD, offering strategies that focus on protecting and improving family relationships by understanding the way the ADHD brain works and adopting skills to live with it effectively.  See omnystudio.com/listener for...

Seth and Deb are giving you an early start on having a day next weekend a true Sabbath with the help of guest Kathi Lipp! Kathi will offer ideas on how to make space for a day of rest by deciding now to have a soup day! She'll share menu ideas and helps from ner new book, Sabbath Soup: Weekly Menus and Rhythms to Make Space for a Day of Rest. You'll not want to miss this fun and stress-free conversation that will equip you with ideas for prep and meal planning to make mealtime a sacred ritual...

Caring for someone you love can be the most rewarding and the most taxing at the same time. That is why author Debbie Barr says it is vital for caregivers to be intentional about taking care of themselves. Debbie says that caregivers often experience stress, burnout, grief, guilt, and anger, but the experience doesn't have to be that way. She'll share how reframing how you approach caregiving can transform this season and help you face caregiving with peace of mind and joy.   See...

October is National Depression and Health Screening Month and on Mornings with Seth and Deb we welcome mental health coach and author Chris Morris to offer insight and hope.  Chris has had a lifelong struggle with depression and suicidality and shares the lessons he has learned, helping us see that God is present in your struggle. Chris wants the 54 percent of Christians who struggle with mental health to know that God is not angry or disappointed with you and has not disqualified you from...

What is the history of the conflict we are seeing in the Middle East? Are the Israelis occupiers and oppressors? Dr. Charlie Dyer answers many questions that are being asked today in the current Middle East Conflict in a new resource, "Who Owns the Land?" Dr. Dyer will be with us to discuss this question taking us deeper into the history of this conflict and helping us to interpret current events in light of the Bible.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our thoughts and prayers are with the thousands of people impacted by the devastation from the strong storms this hurricane season and you may be asking, how can I help? The Director of God's Pit Crew Jarrett Johnson will phone in Thursday to share about their disaster relief ministry that has been helping people who are hurting following major disasters for 25 years. Jarrett will update us on how they are helping victims of Hurricane Helene and share the many opportunities for you to give...

Today's church leaders face many different pressures including the demands of shepherding their congregations while navigating societal changes and finding time to nourish their souls. According to Christianity Today, over a third of pastors have considered quitting and many are set to retire soon. To bring attention to these realities The 6:4 Fellowship seeks to equip pastors to thrive in their calling and lead their congregations effectively. Daniel Henderson, co-founder of The 6:4...

Every other week on Mornings with Seth and Deb, Todd Nettleton from Voice of the Martyrs updates us on the latest news from persecuted believers around the world. Join the conversation to hear the current areas of concern and specific requests for believers who are seeking to live out their faith in some of the most difficult places to be a believer in Jesus. To keep updated on Voice of the Martyrs every day, sign up for their free newsletter at website.  See omnystudio.com/listener for...

How often do you consider safety when making a decision? Have you ever said no to a ministry opportunity or trip because of safety concerns? Theologian Jeremy Lundgren provides an in-depth study of safety and what it means to pursue safety in the Christian life in a new book, The Pursuit of Safety. Jeremy joins Seth and Deb to address how the secular understanding of safety shapes us and how we can navigate and pursue safety in light of what Scripture has called us to as disciples of...

Have you taken time today to consider who God is; to pause and list His attributes? Pastor of Rock Island Bible Church Doug Rowland opens up God's Word to Isaiah 6 to challenge us to a posture of reverence as we develop a right view of God, which leads to a right view of self. It's a topic rarely mentioned in the world today, but reverence for God results in seeing our world and ourselves in the proper perspective to worship the greatness of our God! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy...

On this anniversary of Israel’s 9/11 there will be a historic gathering on the National Mall in Washington D.C., to remember, pray, and stand in solidarity with Israel as it continues to fight against Hamas, Hezbollah, and Iran. On Monday’s show, we’ll visit with Dr. Susan Michael, one of the organizers of this act of remembrance. Join Seth and Deb in this time of remembrance and encouragement to pray for the peace of Jerusalem. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What care is being offered to the victims of terror in Israel? Monday Seth and Deb visit with Naomi Nussbaum, Executive Director of OneFamily, and learn about the many emotional, physical and financial needs of those directly impacted by last year’s terror attack. She’ll highlight the wrap-around care that’s being provided and how victims say they are discovering a new family due to OneFamily’s care. (Disclaimer: This conversation includes graphic material regarding the attack and injuries...

Whenever Gerad Hall is in the studio, we are challenged and encouraged through his teaching of God's Word.  Listen into this weekly devotional teaching from our Moody Radio Quad Cities Stewardship Representative Gerad Hall and gain wisdom and encouragement from God's Word for your day on Mornings with Seth and Deb. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.