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God Stories Radio | Episode [#382]: Abba, Father For many people, the word "father" carries a lot of weight. Some think of protection and love. Others think of wounds, distance, or someone who was never there. Whatever your story, Scripture shows a Father who never leaves, never fails, and never stops pursuing His children. In this episode we look at what the Bible says about God as Father: A Father to the fatherless (Psalm 68:5, Psalm 27:10): When earthly parents fall short or walk away, "the LORD will take me in." A Father full of compassion (Psalm 103:13, Luke 15:20): Like the father of the prodigal son, God sees us from a long way off and runs to bring us home. A Father who adopts (Romans 8:15, Galatians 4:6–7): Through Christ we are no longer slaves but sons and daughters, and heirs, crying out, "Abba! Father!" A Father who provides (Matthew 6:8, Matthew 7:11, James 1:17): He knows what we need before we ask, and every good and perfect gift comes from Him. A Father who disciplines in love (Proverbs 3:11–12, Hebrews 12:7): His correction is proof that we belong to Him, not that He has rejected us. A Father who carries us (Deuteronomy 1:31, Hosea 11:3–4, Isaiah 64:8): He forms us like clay, teaches us to walk, and carries us "all the way that you went." Jesus opened the way for us to know Him this way: "No one comes to the Father except through me" (John 14:6). Because of that, every one of us can pray with confidence, "Our Father in heaven" (Matthew 6:9). Whether you grew up with a great dad, a broken one, or none at all, this episode is an invitation to meet the Father who has loved you all along. Scripture focus: Psalm 68:5, Psalm 103:13, Luke 15:20, Romans 8:15, Galatians 4:6–7, Matthew 7:11, 1 John 3:1 Listen, share, and tell us your God story at God Stories Radio. I

God Stories Radio | Episode 381: Faithful Instruction At the end of his first letter to the church in Thessalonica, Paul doesn't write a long theology lecture. He gives the church a list of direct, practical instructions for living ready, awake, and full of hope while they wait for the Lord's return. In this episode we walk through 1 Thessalonians 5 and how its instructions apply to ordinary life today: Living as children of the light (vv. 4–8): staying alert and sober-minded, with faith and love as a breastplate and the hope of salvation as a helmet. Building each other up (vv. 11–15): encouraging the fainthearted, helping the weak, being patient with everyone, and not repaying evil for evil. The will of God for you (vv. 16–18): "Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you." Holding fast to what is good (vv. 19–22): not quenching the Spirit, testing everything, and staying away from every form of evil. None of this rests on our own strength. Paul ends the instruction with a promise: "He who calls you is faithful; he will surely do it" (v. 24). The God who gives the instruction is the same God who makes us able to follow it. Whether you're in a season of joy or barely hanging on, this episode is an invitation to take His instruction seriously, and to trust the One who stays faithful even when we aren't. 📖 Scripture focus: 1 Thessalonians 5 🎧 Listen, share, and tell us your God story at God Stories Radio.

You can know every verse, sit through every sermon and still feel like something is missing. In "Information to Revelation," God Stories Radio looks at the journey from knowing facts about God to meeting Him for yourself. Information fills the mind, but revelation changes the heart. Job said it best: "My ears had heard of You, but now my eyes have seen You" (Job 42:5). When Peter declared that Jesus was the Christ, Jesus told him, "Flesh and blood has not revealed this to you, but My Father who is in heaven" (Matthew 16:17). This conversation is honest about the seasons when faith felt like head knowledge only, and about the moments that broke through: a word that came alive, a prayer answered in a way only God could, a truth you'd heard a hundred times that suddenly became yours. If you've ever wondered whether there's more to faith than what you've been taught, this episode is for you. In this episode: p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0"> The difference between knowing about God and knowing God p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0"> Why information alone doesn't change a life p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0"> How revelation often comes through struggle, surrender and stillness p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0"> Moving from second-hand faith to first-hand encounter God Stories Radio shares real stories of faith, struggle and hope, because every life has a God story. Subscribe, share this episode with someone who needs it, and tell us your own God story. #GodStoriesRadio #Faith #Revelation #Testimony #ChristianPodcast #KnowingGod #Jesus

THE STORY OF GOD'S FAMILY Podcast based on The House Was Full Central Thesis The Bible is not simply a collection of 66 books containing unrelated stories about different people. It is one great story revealing who God is, what He wants from humanity, what went wrong with His creation, what He did to redeem it, and where He intends to take His children in the end.  It truly is 'one story', and as such, the greatest story ever told. One of the clearest threads connecting that entire story is family. God creates. Humanity rebels. God pursues. God promises. God enters. God redeems. God adopts. God restores. The Bible begins with God and His human family together in creation. It ends with God and His redeemed family together in a restored creation. Everything between tells us how He brings His family home. 1. OPEN WITH THE QUESTION THAT STARTED THE BOOK Suggested Opening I didn't begin writing The House Was Full because I wanted to write another Christmas book. In fact, I've come to believe the book has very little to do with Christmas as a holiday. It has everything to do with a much larger question: Who is God... and what does He actually want from us? For much of my life, I carried another question: Who am I? My grandfather had been adopted into the Sullivan family, and that eventually led me into genealogy. I became fascinated with names, generations, family lines, and where I came from. But somewhere in that search I discovered something much more important than my earthly genealogy. My deepest identity wasn't found in a surname. It wasn't found in DNA. It wasn't found in an ancestral record. My deepest identity was found in relationship with God. I am His child. And once I began looking at the Bible through that lens, I started seeing something I could no longer unsee. Family is everywhere in the Bible.  It is the theme that ties all the stories together in a clear and comprehensive understanding of God's plan for mankind. Hook Line "I went looking for my family tree and eventually discovered that the most important genealogy was the one that told me whose child I am." Transition That realization caused me to ask a question I had never seriously asked before: What happens if you read the entire Bible looking for family? Not merely marriages. Not merely children. Not merely genealogies. But: Father. Son. Children. Brothers. Sisters. Bride. Household.

Join us tonight as we welcome Mr. Robert Montero. What an amazing story from his childhood experiences with his father growing up, to present. An amazing story. Welcome.

We use the phrase "God loves you" so often that it has almost stopped meaning anything. It goes on bumper stickers and church signs. It gets said at funerals when nobody knows what else to say. And somewhere along the way it turned into background noise. In this episode I want to slow down and take it apart. Not the sentimental version — the real one. The kind of love that shows up before you have cleaned yourself up, that does not flinch at the parts of your story you would rather keep buried, and that does not run out when you fail again. [ONE PERSONAL STORY — 3 to 5 sentences. A moment you did not feel loved by God, or a moment His love reached you through another person. This is the single most important paragraph in the episode. Listeners forgive a rough recording. They do not forgive an abstract one.] We look at what Scripture actually claims about God's love — that it moved first, while we were still in the wrong (Romans 5:8), that it is not one of God's moods but His nature (1 John 4:8), and that nothing in your past or your future has the power to separate you from it (Romans 8:38-39). If you are carrying something you think has disqualified you, I hope you stay to the end of this one. WHAT WE COVER p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0"> Why "God loves everyone" is easy to believe and "God loves me" is not p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0"> The difference between being tolerated, being approved of, and being loved p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0"> What God's love is not: not approval of everything you do, not the absence of hard seasons

Join me tonight as I welcome Glen and Charity to the show. Soft spoken and humble yet powerful stories.

We at God Stories Radio, are firm supporters of Celebrate Recovery, and the work that they do to help people with "Hurts,Habits and Hangups" From time to time you will hear a testimony from someone that attends Celebrate Recovery, and is in recovery, and graciously allows us to use there testimony as just another tool to reach people for Christ. Enjoy, this is a good one!

God Stories Radio family, we are about to embark on a new journey in Christ. GSR Espanol will be lauching in 3 weeks from now. Stay tuned, and tell your spanish speaking friends how exciting this is going to be. Meet Pastor Reyes and Eddie, hosts of the new podcast in conjunction with GSR English podcast, which will continue. God is good!!

Episode Title: Joy in the Bearable Special Guest: Greg Brown Life isn't always easy, and not every season is filled with mountaintop moments. Sometimes our greatest spiritual growth happens in the ordinary struggles—the burdens we carry, the trials we endure, and the moments we simply choose to trust God one day at a time. In this encouraging episode of God Stories Radio, special guest Greg Brown shares how true joy isn't found in perfect circumstances but in the presence of Christ through every circumstance. Together, we explore what it means to experience God's peace in the middle of life's challenges and discover how He transforms our perspective when we surrender our burdens to Him. Whether you're walking through loss, uncertainty, disappointment, or the daily weight of life's responsibilities, this conversation will remind you that biblical joy isn't the absence of hardship—it's the confidence that God is faithful in the midst of it. Join us as we discuss practical ways to keep our eyes fixed on Christ, embrace His strength when ours is gone, and find lasting hope in the One who never leaves us. Key Topics: Finding joy in difficult seasons Trusting God's purpose through hardship Choosing faith over feelings The difference between happiness and biblical joy Living with hope in every circumstance Key Scriptures (NKJV): James 1:2–4 — "Count it all joy when you fall into various trials..." Philippians 4:4 — "Rejoice in the Lord always. Again I will say, rejoice!" Nehemiah 8:10 — "...For the joy of the Lord is your strength." No matter what you're facing today, God offers a joy that goes deeper than circumstances—a joy rooted in His unchanging character, His promises, and His abiding presence. We pray this conversation with Greg Brown encourages you to discover that even in life's most bearable burdens, Christ is faithfully at work, bringing hope, strength, and lasting joy.

Episode Title: No Ability to Love Special Guest: Elias Reyes What happens when life leaves your heart wounded, hardened, or seemingly incapable of loving? Whether through betrayal, disappointment, trauma, or years of emotional pain, many people find themselves asking, "Why can't I love the way I used to?" In this powerful episode of God Stories Radio, special guest Elias Reyes joins us for an honest conversation about the spiritual and emotional barriers that can rob us of our ability to love God, others, and even ourselves. Together, we explore how unforgiveness, fear, pride, and brokenness can create walls around our hearts—and how the transforming love of Christ can tear those walls down. Through biblical truth, personal testimony, and practical encouragement, you'll discover that what seems impossible for us is completely possible with God. If you've ever struggled with loving difficult people, healing from past hurts, or believing you're worthy of God's love, this episode offers hope, restoration, and a reminder that the Holy Spirit can renew even the hardest heart. Key Topics: Why our hearts become hardened The effects of unforgiveness and unresolved pain Receiving God's love before giving it away Healing through surrender and grace Learning to love as Christ loves Key Scripture: "We love Him because He first loved us." — 1 John 4:19 (NKJV) No matter how distant or damaged your heart may feel today, God's love has the power to restore what you thought was lost. Join us for an inspiring conversation that reminds us that love isn't something we manufacture—it's something we receive from Christ and allow Him to pour through us.

What does it mean to truly walk by faith and not by sight? In this encouraging episode, we explore the powerful truth that when our trust is fully placed in God, our faith becomes more than a belief—it becomes a way of life for us. "Your Faith Will Happen" is a reminder that God is always at work behind the scenes, even when we cannot see the outcome. Through Scripture, personal reflection, and practical application, we'll discuss how faith grows through obedience, perseverance, and surrender to God's will. We'll examine what it means to trust God's timing, remain steadfast during seasons of uncertainty, and believe His promises even when circumstances seem impossible. Whether you're waiting for an answered prayer, facing a difficult trial, or simply seeking a deeper relationship with Christ, this episode will encourage you to keep moving forward, knowing that God honors faith that endures. Key Scriptures: Hebrews – "Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen." 2 Corinthians – "For we walk by faith, not by sight." James – Faith tested produces perseverance. Mark – "All things are possible to him who believes." Join us as we discover how faith isn't about seeing the entire path—it's about trusting the One who guides every step. When God calls, faith responds. When faith responds, God's purpose unfolds. God Stories Radio — Real People, Real Stories, Real God.

What happens when faith meets fraud? When the message of grace gets repackaged and sold for profit? Welcome the W.A.R Podcast brothers, with your hoist J.D Reel / Ray and Mike! Love you guys!! Kingdom Con is a podcast that pulls back the curtain on the modern Church—examining where genuine faith ends and manipulation begins. From prosperity gospel preachers and megachurch scandals to the subtle ways spiritual abuse hides behind a smile and a Bible verse, we explore the cons being run in the name of the Kingdom. But this isn't just about pointing fingers. Kingdom Con is also about reclaiming what's real. Through honest conversations, biblical reflection, and stories from believers who've been burned and found their way back, we ask the hard questions: What does authentic Christianity actually look like? How do we follow Jesus in a world of religious branding, celebrity pastors, and faith-for-sale? Whether you're a lifelong believer, a skeptic, someone deconstructing your faith, or just curious about the state of the modern Church, Kingdom Con invites you to think critically, hold tightly to truth, and discern the difference between the Kingdom of God and the cons built in its name.

Join me tonight in welcoming very special guest Bob Sullivan. Strap in, this is going to be amazing. Blessings, Fritz

Stress touches every Christian home. Between work demands, finances, parenting challenges, health concerns, and packed schedules, it's easy to feel overwhelmed and disconnected from both God and one another. In this episode, we explore how faith can transform the way families respond to stress. Through biblical wisdom, practical encouragement, and real-life stories, we'll discuss how prayer, grace, healthy communication, and trust in God's provision can bring peace into even the most challenging seasons. Discover how your home can become a place where Christ's peace reigns, even when life feels chaotic. Key Scripture: "Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God... will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus." — Philippians 4:6-7