Middays With Susie Larson

Do you ever feel like God has passed you by? Ever wonder why others' prayers are answered while you are left waiting? Dr. Derek Grier takes a deeper look at the biblical examples of how God cares for His people from his book," When God Stops: Faith that Gets God's Attention."

We often spend more time thinking about the beginning or ending of seasons of life. But author Lisa-Jo Baker says there's much to be learned from the middle seasons. She share from her book, "[amazon text=The Middle Matters: Why That (Extra)Ordinary Life Looks Really Good on You&asin=0525652841]."

Sarah Mae experienced many traumas as a young girl, from living with an alcoholic mother to being pressured by her family into an abortion at 16. But in her book "[amazon text=The Complicated Heart: Loving Even When It Hurts &asin=1462796982]," she shares how God redeemed her broken heart and brought forgiveness and healing.

When life hits you hard, it's easy to focus on your struggles and become negative. Pastor and author Deforest B. Soaries Jr. wrote the book "Say Yes When Life Says No;" he shares how to shift your perspective to see obstacles as opportunities for blessing.

In this age of polarization, we tend to attack or avoid those who are different than us. Dan White Jr. says we can show love to everyone we meet using Jesus as our example. His book is "Love Over Fear: Facing Monsters, Befriending Enemies and Healing Our Polarized World."

Many people don't know how to process grief and have unresolved grief as a result. Susie talks with her sister Kris Hall, who shares her journey of losing her husband to cancer and learning how God provides peace and hope in the midst of pain and grief.

Author and Crystal Peaks Youth Ranch co-founder Kim Meeder shares incredible stories of God working through His people from her book "Encountering Our Wild God: Ways to Experience His Untamable Presence Every Day."

Many people allow themselves to be defined by their circumstances, weaknesses, and failures. This is the theme of the new major motion picture Overcomer. Chris Fabry wrote the novelization of this film and he shares about learning to define ourselves only by what God says about us.

Andrew Bauman and his wife Christy have walked through the pain of losing a child. Susie talked with Andrew about their journey and the things God taught him in the hardest seasons of his life.  Andrew and Christy's book is "A Brave Lament: For Those Who Know Death."

Godly men often feel out of place in the Kingdom and the world. Susie discusses this with author and speaker Stephen Mansfield, who examines what true Biblical manhood is and how men can cultivate the life God designed them for. Stephen's book is "Building Your Band of Brothers."

There is a spiritual battle going on for our souls, and the Enemy lobs attacks at God's children. But we are not left defenseless. Susie shares verses and songs that we can take into spiritual battles. Listeners share victory stories and receive prayer.

Authors and counselors Chris Coursey and Marcus Wagner make the case for building a stronger marriage through joy, from their book "The 4 Habits of Joy-Filled Marriages: How 15 Minutes a Day Will Help You Stay in Love."

Each of us has the potential to eternally impact the lives of those we meet. Liz Curtis Higgs shares what she's learned about Lydia, Lois, and Eunice—New Testament women who shared their faith and influenced their families and communities for Christ.

We make so many decisions, big and small, every day. Author Emily P. Freeman shares how we can learn to trust God more and listen to what He is saying in these decisions from her book "The Next Right Thing: A Simple, Soulful Practice for Making Life Decisions."

Are you waiting for physical healing? Dr. Troy Spurrill and Dr. Tom Blee share amazing stories of healing they've seen in both functional and traditional medicine practices. Dr. Tom shares from his book "How to Save a Surgeon: Stories of Impossible Healing."

Many Christians understand the basics of salvation, but don't truly know the depths of God's grace. Pastor John Lindell shares what he's learned on a personal journey to discover what God's grace really means from his book Soul Set Free: Why Grace is More Liberating Than You Believe.

Each day there are more divisions of opinions about religion, politics, and more. But as Christians we must hold fast to our Biblical convictions and learn to share the truth in love. Author Dr. Steve Brown shares from his book "Talk the Walk: How to Be Right Without Being Insufferable."

Belinda Bauman shares stories and research from her book Brave Souls: Experiencing the Audacious Power of Empathy; Susie and Belinda pray with listeners.

Do you find yourself struggling to be content amidst difficult circumstances? Pastor Andrew M. Davis shares from his book The Power of Christian Contentment: Finding Deeper, Richer Christ-Centered Joy about what the apostle Paul teaches us about living a contented life in every season and situation.

Do you feel close to God? Do you trust that He loves you and gives you good things? James Bryan Smith, author of The Magnificent Journey, discusses how to cultivate true and deep intimacy with God and become Christ's disciple.