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Faith Radio - AL https://faithradio.org Fri, 18 Sep 2026 06:13:47 +0000 Fri, 18 Sep 2026 06:13:47 +0000 hourly 1 3600 SnapPages.com Reflecting Growth https://faithradio.org/blog/2026/10/16/reflecting-growth Fri, 16 Oct 2026 05:52:53 +0000 https://faithradio.org/blog/2026/10/16/reflecting-growth

It’s always helpful as a believer to consider how we can grow, how we can be more devoted to Christ, and what He desires to do in and through us. And, we can evaluate to see how He might be charting a course for our future, under the leadership of His Holy Spirit. And, hopefully, a month from now, a year from now, we can see that He has continued that work that He began in you when you first came to know Christ.

Scripture Passage (ESV): Philippians 1:6, 9-11

Reflecting Growth by Bob Crittenden

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]]> https://faithradio.org/blog/2026/10/16/reflecting-growth#comments 0 Short-Term Dip or Long-Term Decline? https://faithradio.org/blog/2026/10/15/short-term-dip-or-long-term-decline Thu, 15 Oct 2026 05:49:49 +0000 https://faithradio.org/blog/2026/10/15/short-term-dip-or-long-term-decline

The deviant trends in human sexuality over the past few decades has negatively impacted society and has even infiltrated the Church. We have been placed in the position to confront these trends Biblically, and we recognize that God’s ways are best and His truth is superior. But, there are those that accommodate the world’s ways, leading to enormous pressure on relationships and the consequences of making wrong choices. The Bible warns against the pervasive nature of sexual temptation...

Scripture Passage (ESV): 1st Thessalonians 4:1-5

Short-Term Dip or Long-Term Decline? by Bob Crittenden

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]]> https://faithradio.org/blog/2026/10/15/short-term-dip-or-long-term-decline#comments 0 Elevated Threats https://faithradio.org/blog/2026/10/14/elevated-threats Wed, 14 Oct 2026 13:41:47 +0000 https://faithradio.org/blog/2026/10/14/elevated-threats

We live in an extremely dangerous world, it seems, and I believe it is a fulfillment of the signs that Jesus pointed to in Matthew 24, as He spoke of wars and rumors of wars. Not only are countries going to war against one another, but there are actors now that are driven by ideology and commit heinous acts in order to promote it. Sometimes they’re associated with a country, sometimes a group, other times “lone wolves.” But, this is an indicator of the importance of trusting in the Lord, resisting fear, and moving forward in faith, with a sense of urgency.

Scripture Passage (ESV): Matthew 24:3-8

Elevated Threats by Bob Crittenden

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]]> https://faithradio.org/blog/2026/10/14/elevated-threats#comments 0 Forces https://faithradio.org/blog/2026/10/14/forces Wed, 14 Oct 2026 13:39:38 +0000 https://faithradio.org/blog/2026/10/14/forces

In whatever field of endeavor we undertake, presumably under the leadership of the Holy Spirit, we are to allow the Scriptures, illuminated by the Spirit to guide us. From the employee in manufacturing, engineering, a variety of trades, to food service to a governmental leader, I believe it is the expectation of Christ to obey Him, to allow Him to order our steps, and seek to glorify His name.

Scripture Passage (ESV): Colossians 3:23-24

Forces by Bob Crittenden

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]]> https://faithradio.org/blog/2026/10/14/forces#comments 0 Over and Over https://faithradio.org/blog/2026/10/12/over-and-over Mon, 12 Oct 2026 18:00:00 +0000 https://faithradio.org/blog/2026/10/12/over-and-over

Following the resurrection and ascension of Jesus, there was a sustained period of spiritual growth for the early Church. On the day of Pentecost, the gospel was preached and 3000 were saved. Throughout the book of Acts, we can read how that cycle of proclamation and response contributed to the growth of what we know as the Church. And, our God hasn’t changed - He desires for His Word to be proclaimed and for people to be saved.

Scripture Passage (ESV): Acts 14:1, 6-7, 21-23

Over and Over by Bob Crittenden

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]]> https://faithradio.org/blog/2026/10/12/over-and-over#comments 0 3Stories - October 12, 2026 https://faithradio.org/blog/2026/10/12/3stories-october-12-2026 Mon, 12 Oct 2026 17:00:00 +0000 https://faithradio.org/blog/2026/10/12/3stories-october-12-2026

In this week's edition of "3Stories," emphasizing three stories of relevance to the Christian community, you can find these developments:
* New study shows millions of Christians are prevented from or limited in access to the Bible.
* New SBC President encourages pastors to speak out on political matters according to Biblical convictions.
* Alabama settles with TikTok to protect children.

3Stories - October 12, 2026 by Bob Crittenden

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]]> https://faithradio.org/blog/2026/10/12/3stories-october-12-2026#comments 0 Navigating the Divide https://faithradio.org/blog/2026/10/09/navigating-the-divide Fri, 09 Oct 2026 05:48:53 +0000 https://faithradio.org/blog/2026/10/09/navigating-the-divide

I mentioned last week the importance of considering how we are “presenting” ourselves to the world around us. Romans 12 talks about presenting ourselves as living sacrifices. The Bible talks about doing all we do to the glory of God - that make take different forms, depending on the situation. But, we have to ask the question about how we are submitting to God and radiating the light of Christ to the world around us.

Scripture Passage (ESV): Colossians 3:17, 22-24

Navigating the Divide by Bob Crittenden

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]]> https://faithradio.org/blog/2026/10/09/navigating-the-divide#comments 0 Evangelicals and Israel https://faithradio.org/blog/2026/10/08/evangelicals-and-israel Thu, 08 Oct 2026 05:57:54 +0000 https://faithradio.org/blog/2026/10/08/evangelicals-and-israel

The third anniversary of the attacks on Israel by the terrorist group Hamas sent shockwaves into the Jewish state and upheaval throughout the Middle East, as Israel crafted a strong response to the events, that took the lives of well over a thousand Israelis. In a small country, as Joel Rosenberg of All Israel News pointed out, this was an event of 9/11 proportions. But, it’s indicative of hostility all around Israel, not only in its region, but around the world.

Scripture Passage (ESV): Genesis 12:1-3

Evangelicals and Israel by Bob Crittenden

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]]> https://faithradio.org/blog/2026/10/08/evangelicals-and-israel#comments 0 Back to Normal https://faithradio.org/blog/2026/10/07/back-to-normal Wed, 07 Oct 2026 16:03:31 +0000 https://faithradio.org/blog/2026/10/07/back-to-normal

When we depart from the ways prescribed in the Scriptures, it is a recipe for chaos. The gender insanity that we have observed over the past several decades has resulted in so much confusion, and represents a departure from what the Bible refers to as a “sound mind.” It is not sound for men or women to attempt to change their gender. It is not sound to allow boys in girls’ locker rooms. And vice versa. Nor for males to play in female sports. So, we look at authorities to right the wrongs that have been committed in bowing to this agenda.

Scripture Passage (ESV): Mark 10:6-9

Back to Normal by Bob Crittenden

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]]> https://faithradio.org/blog/2026/10/07/back-to-normal#comments 0 Locked Away https://faithradio.org/blog/2026/10/06/locked-away Tue, 06 Oct 2026 05:50:19 +0000 https://faithradio.org/blog/2026/10/06/locked-away

We are called to stand for Christ in His power according to His direction. And, as Jesus taught, there may be a price to pay. While there may be a cost to obedience, we can also experience the confidence of walking in the Savior’s will. We can be content in knowing that we have obeyed Him.

Scripture Passage (ESV): Matthew 5:10-12

Locked Away by Bob Crittenden

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]]> https://faithradio.org/blog/2026/10/06/locked-away#comments 0 3Stories - October 5, 2026 https://faithradio.org/blog/2026/10/05/3stories-october-5-2026 Mon, 05 Oct 2026 17:00:00 +0000 https://faithradio.org/blog/2026/10/05/3stories-october-5-2026

This week's edition of "The 3," highlighting three stories of relevance to the Christian community, includes the following items:
* U.S. Senate passes bill concerning clergy retirement, goes on to POTUS.
* PA school district eliminates “secret gender transition” policy.
* Another pastor in Myanmar allegedly shot and killed by military junta.

3Stories - October 5, 2026 by Bob Crittenden

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]]> https://faithradio.org/blog/2026/10/05/3stories-october-5-2026#comments 0 Invite https://faithradio.org/blog/2026/10/05/invite Mon, 05 Oct 2026 05:59:09 +0000 https://faithradio.org/blog/2026/10/05/invite

Jesus invites us to enter into a relationship with Him, to recognize His presence, and to respond to Him, experiencing what He has in store when we take the time to concentrate on Him, when we focus on His love and grace for us. And, when a person comes into a saving knowledge of Christ, then there is the expectation to begin a life of obedience.

Scripture Passage (ESV): Acts 22:12-16

Invite by Bob Crittenden

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]]> https://faithradio.org/blog/2026/10/05/invite#comments 0 The Company We Keep https://faithradio.org/blog/2026/10/02/the-company-we-keep Fri, 02 Oct 2026 05:44:40 +0000 https://faithradio.org/blog/2026/10/02/the-company-we-keep

There’s an old saying that a person is known by the company that he keeps. In this day in which our associations could very well be displayed on social media, we have to be extra careful about the people we endorse or even “like” on various platforms. Now, it’s one thing to befriend a person because we want to be a good Christian influence, but we have to guard our own reputation, as well - how we need the Holy Spirit in that area!

Scripture References (ESV): 1st Timothy 6:20-21, Proverbs 13:20

The Company We Keep by Bob Crittenden

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]]> https://faithradio.org/blog/2026/10/02/the-company-we-keep#comments 0 Where Do You Find Joy? https://faithradio.org/blog/2026/10/01/where-do-you-find-joy Thu, 01 Oct 2026 06:02:33 +0000 https://faithradio.org/blog/2026/10/01/where-do-you-find-joy

Jesus draws the contrast between what the world offers in terms of satisfaction, peace, and happiness and what a relationship with Him will bring. If we are looking in the wrong direction to bring us the perceived happiness we desire, we are settling for less than the “fullness of joy” that God offers to us. We have to make sure that our lives are correctly prioritized so we experience the springs of living water, the times of refreshing the Bible talks about.

Scripture Verses (ESV): John 16:33, John 14:27

Where Do You Find Joy? by Bob Crittenden

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]]> https://faithradio.org/blog/2026/10/01/where-do-you-find-joy#comments 0 Protecting Children in an Online Age https://faithradio.org/blog/2026/09/30/protecting-children-in-an-online-age Wed, 30 Sep 2026 06:01:18 +0000 https://faithradio.org/blog/2026/09/30/protecting-children-in-an-online-age

We have to be careful what we expose our minds to, because the eye is the gateway to the body, as Jesus taught us. And, that’s important not only for adults, but for children as well. Protecting children from harmful influences and actions is important in a functioning society, and with technological advancements that make access easier and the material even more diabolical, parents, in partnership with other entities, including churches, ministries, and government agencies must be advocates for them.

Scripture Passage: Psalm 101:2-4

Protecting Children in an Online Age by Bob Crittenden

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]]> https://faithradio.org/blog/2026/09/30/protecting-children-in-an-online-age#comments 0 Weaponized? https://faithradio.org/blog/2026/09/29/weaponized Tue, 29 Sep 2026 05:52:01 +0000 https://faithradio.org/blog/2026/09/29/weaponized

After the flood was sent in Noah’s time to destroy the people left on the earth as an act of judgment, Noah’s descendants, who still carried the sin nature resident in the hearts of humanity from the fall began to repopulate the world. And, their default human tendencies became pervasive to the extent that a large number in the land of Shinar united to build a tower, a testament to human ambition.

Scripture Passage: Genesis 11:4-7 (ESV)

Weaponized? by Bob Crittenden

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]]> https://faithradio.org/blog/2026/09/29/weaponized#comments 0 3Stories - September 28, 2026 https://faithradio.org/blog/2026/09/28/3stories-september-28-2026 Mon, 28 Sep 2026 17:00:00 +0000 https://faithradio.org/blog/2026/09/28/3stories-september-28-2026

This week's edition of "3Stories," highlight three stories of relevance to the Christian community, includes:
* Pro-life leaders urge FDA nominee to reinstate restrictions on abortion pill
* Case of surrogate who would not abort child rejected by SCOTUS justice
* Head of Church of England under fire for honoring cleric who made controversial 9/11 statements.

3Stories - September 28, 2026 by Bob Crittenden

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]]> https://faithradio.org/blog/2026/09/28/3stories-september-28-2026#comments 0 How "Swede" It Is https://faithradio.org/blog/2026/09/28/how-swede-it-is Mon, 28 Sep 2026 06:10:28 +0000 https://faithradio.org/blog/2026/09/28/how-swede-it-is

The Bible tells us that the earth belongs to the Lord, and He is intent on making Himself known throughout the whole earth. Now, He does that through the faithfulness of His people, who exhibit a devotion to love and serve Him and to proclaim what He has done. And, He is not limited by time and space - His Word can penetrate the globe.

Scripture Passage: Psalm 24:1-6 (ESV)

How "Swede" It Is by Bob Crittenden

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]]> https://faithradio.org/blog/2026/09/28/how-swede-it-is#comments 0 A Murderous Spirit https://faithradio.org/blog/2026/09/25/a-murderous-spirit Fri, 25 Sep 2026 05:56:32 +0000 https://faithradio.org/blog/2026/09/25/a-murderous-spirit

We live in a fallen world, and the god of this world, the devil, is pertrating evil all around us. We can hold on to the truth that Jesus has defeated Satan because of His death and resurrection from the dead. He has given us the victory of the power of the enemy. But, many will give in, and for that reason, we have to speak the truth and to shine His light in the darkness.

Scripture Verse: John 8:44 (ESV)

A Murderous Spirit (9/25) by Bob Crittenden

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]]> https://faithradio.org/blog/2026/09/25/a-murderous-spirit#comments 0 Open the Word https://faithradio.org/blog/2026/09/24/open-the-word Thu, 24 Sep 2026 05:50:13 +0000 https://faithradio.org/blog/2026/09/24/open-the-word

As we pointed out in the latest Faith Radio Ministry Magazine, Bible literacy is a very important topic to consider. We can each reflect on our own study of the Word and how we are applying Scripture to our lives. There is certainly an enhanced interest, it seems in Scripture, evidenced by increased Bible sales last year. But, we also have to not only open our Bibles, but open our hearts to study it.

Scripture Passage: Psalm 81:10-13 (ESV)

Open the Word by Bob Crittenden

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]]> https://faithradio.org/blog/2026/09/24/open-the-word#comments 0 Restricting the Church https://faithradio.org/blog/2026/09/23/restricting-the-church Wed, 23 Sep 2026 16:21:21 +0000 https://faithradio.org/blog/2026/09/23/restricting-the-church

The Kingdom of God is certainly advancing in many nations of the world, and we can give God praise for how He is working through His people. However, there are other nations in which either government officials or non-government actors are attempting to block the advance, resulting in restriction or outright persecution of Christians for their faith practices.

Scripture Passage: 1st Peter 4:12-16 (ESV)

Restricting the Church by Bob Crittenden

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]]> https://faithradio.org/blog/2026/09/23/restricting-the-church#comments 0 Excuses https://faithradio.org/blog/2026/09/22/excuses Tue, 22 Sep 2026 17:00:28 +0000 https://faithradio.org/blog/2026/09/22/excuses

You can draw a straight line from the evil that resides in the hearts of human beings to the murder of 60 million babies through abortion in America to a set of parents who hired a surrogate, wanted to abort the child due to a heart condition, and desired to allow the child to die once the surrogate chose life. People are making the case that a troubled mother who murdered her three children was justified, because, well, mental illness. We must recognize the culture of death that is all around us and realize that there is a spiritual dynamic at play.

Scripture Passage: Jeremiah 17:9-10

Excuses by Bob Crittenden

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]]> https://faithradio.org/blog/2026/09/22/excuses#comments 0 3Stories - September 21, 2026 https://faithradio.org/blog/2026/09/21/3stories-september-21-2026 Mon, 21 Sep 2026 17:00:00 +0000 https://faithradio.org/blog/2026/09/21/3stories-september-21-2026

In this week's edition of "3Stories," featuring three stories of relevance to the Christian community, these three topics are explored:
* Lawsuit against worship leader dismissed by judge
* Father in Washington state attempts to “opt-out” son from LGBT instruction, school district refuses, prompting lawsuit
* Oregon mom who was denied ability to be foster parent receives court settlement.

3Stories - September 21, 2026 by Bob Crittenden

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]]> https://faithradio.org/blog/2026/09/21/3stories-september-21-2026#comments 0 Not a Machine https://faithradio.org/blog/2026/09/21/not-a-machine Mon, 21 Sep 2026 05:46:54 +0000 https://faithradio.org/blog/2026/09/21/not-a-machine

The Church of the Lord Jesus Christ is a living organism, with the very life of Jesus flowing through it. We are not called to be stale in religious practices, but vibrant in our worship to God and our devotion to the Word. While there is certainly structure that can help the Church function, we also recognize that the Holy Spirit empowers us to carry out God’s mission on the earth.

Scripture Passage: 1st Timothy 3:14-16

Not a Machine by Bob Crittenden

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]]> https://faithradio.org/blog/2026/09/21/not-a-machine#comments 0 (Pro-) Life of Luxury https://faithradio.org/blog/2026/09/18/pro-life-of-luxury Fri, 18 Sep 2026 06:13:47 +0000 https://faithradio.org/blog/2026/09/18/pro-life-of-luxury

Periodically, as a Christian, we may be challenged on our beliefs. That’s why it’s important to know what we believe and why we believe it. We can be people of the Word and depend on the Holy Spirit to give us the words to say when we are confronted with a differing opinion. We have to make sure that we don’t respond confrontationally, but compassionately.

Scripture Passage: Luke 12:8-12

(Pro-) Life of Luxury? by Bob Crittenden

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