Susie Larson Live

1 John 4:18 says that "perfect love casts out fear." But many earnest believers still struggle with fear and anxiety. Dr. Timothy Jennings explores the spiritual and physiological effects of this in his book The God-Shaped Brain: How Changing Your View of God Transforms Your Life.

Pastors Peter and Carolyn Haas from Substance Church share what they've learned from their sermon series Things Above. We explore topics including the myth of Heaven being one long worship service, what we will learn once we arrive there, and why we should live life on Earth with eternity in mind.

Liz Curtis Higgs shares the details of the first Easter from her book Women of Easter: Encounter the Savior with Mary of Bethany, Mary of Nazareth, and Mary Magdalene and encourages listeners to "go and tell" as Jesus encouraged the women at the empty tomb.

It can be daunting to think about the state of the world today, and even difficult to know exactly how to pray. But U.S. Senate Chaplain Barry Black brings hope and inspiration from his book Nothing to Fear: Principles and Prayers to Help You Thrive in a Threatening World

Susie opens the phone lines and callers share Bible verses and worship and praise songs that are ministering to them on the topic of Holy Week.

Worship leader and singer/songwriter Mark Alan Schoolmeesters joins Susie in studio to pause for a time of worship and reflection as we enter the Easter season.

It can be hard to see God's favor in seasons of suffering and hardship, but no matter the circumstances believers have God's favor in their lives. Gary Wilkerson shares about what God's favor is and is not from his book God's Favor: Experiencing the Life God Wants You to Have.

Relationships take work, and we can all create healthier relational habits in our lives. Whether it's working out our insecurities, learning to communicate assertively, or practicing gratitude instead of letting jealousy rule. Dr. Laurel Shaler shares advice from her book Relational Reset: Unlearning the Habits that Hold You Back.

Susie opens the phone lines and callers share worship and praise songs that are ministering to them. Susie prays for listener requests.

Jim Turner was disconnected from his family and community. But God worked in his life and he has learned how to reconnect and stay engaged. Jim and his wife Tanya share their story and help couples who are struggling to connect, from Jim's book The Disconnected Man: Breaking Down Walls and Restoring Intimacy with Him.