Charisma Connection

What draws people to the story of Samson? Brittany Yost, one of the producers of the new Samson movie to release from Pure Flix, tell you what character caught her attention from the story and how you can go see this epic tale of a beloved Bible character.

There is a growing gap in how the message of Christ is received in America compared to Europe. Stephan Christiansen of Jesus Revolution is asking the American church to help him change this by reaching the youth for Christ in Europe. Listen to his story, what the statistics are of European Churches compared to America and what you can do to help reach Europe's youth.

World Vision tackles the root causes of poverty to build hope and make an impact in a child's life. Rich Stearns, President, World Vision U.S., shares what World Vision is doing to bring clean water to poverty-stricken communities and how water impacts their lives to open doors to new opportunities. Seek out what you can do to help when you listen to this interview.

What does it take for there to be life beyond Earth? Is there a designer or a beginning? Where do science and apologetics fit in? Astrophysicist Dr. Jeff Zweerink addresses these questions and more on the search for life-friendly planets in his new book Is There Life Out There? Listen to this discussion with our host Dr. Steve Greene to understand the tools being used to find life, the roles of faith and science, and how Christians are represented in the field of science.

What are you capable of learning from Jesus about sinners? You learn how to be a friend to them. Listen as Rich Wilkerson, Jr. shares from his new book, Friend of Sinners. Take away realizing Jesus loves people as they are and to not treat people as a project.

There is a person who goes out to the cities and rural areas of their town to bring the message of Christ to those who are hurting and in need. Will you be this person? InFaith is an organization who is called to support local missionaries called to reach America. Listen as Ridge Burns and Andrea Graver share about InFaith's mission, the need for support of missions work in America, and how you can help reach your own communities.

Samson is a biblical hero who was chosen, betrayed and redeemed. Listen how this epic tale is turning into a motion picture as New York Times best-selling author Eric Wilson shares from his novelization of the movie, "Samson."

Find beauty in the midst of your brokenness. When you listen to Andrea Logan White, who is best recognized for her movie roles in "Mom’s Night Out" and "Do You Believe?" share her story, you will be encouraged to know God can use you even in your brokenness to fulfill His purpose. Hear more about Andrea and her new book "Perfectly Unfinished."

Bridge for Peace co-founder Annette Eckart joins host Missy Montgomery in the CPN studio to discuss her new book and why our young people are choosing to give into the devastating spirit of suicide. 

Be inspired this Christmas from the story of author Jerry Botta and how he wrote a poetic book celebrating Christ. Hear how your life is a candle and to shine forth in the darkness. You will be encouraged by the poem Jerry reads from his book "Christmas Started That Way."

How is the changing culture in America impacting the world? Listen as Hanne Herland, bestselling Scandinavian author and commentator in leading Scandinavian newspapers, discusses faith, culture and the politics of the west. She shares what inspired her to write about the downfall of the West in her new book "The Culture Wars."

Dr. Tim Orr went from wanting to end his life to becoming a Christian, a husband, and a father. Despite living his "American Dream" tragedy struck leaving him a widow and a single father to his special needs daughter, Faith. In his upcoming book, "Letters To My Daughter" Dr. Tim invites readers on an incredible journey of how God helped them overcome an incredible tragedy and turned it into something beautiful.

Black River Christian Recording Artist, Hannah Kerr, shares about her new Christmas album "Emmanuel." She reveals how worship is a way for her to grow in her relationship with God and trusting Him as the author of her story. Enjoy as you hear what influenced her new Christmas album.

Elf on the Shelf may have been all the rage the past few years, but if you're a follower of Jesus, you'll want to get your kids involved with the Shepherd on the Search. Josh and Lindsey Helms discuss how and why they created this new Christmas activity, one that keeps Jesus and the story of the first Christmas at the center of your home.  

Ken and Lesa Henderson, lead pastors of Salt Life Church in Merritt Island, Florida, have an extraordinary ministry. In an in-studio interview, the couple talks about their new documentary, which chronicles stories of ordinary women bringing extraordinary hope in unlikely places around the world--women who have risked everything bringing hope to the hopeless.

Popular television host Kathie Lee Gifford shares all about her trips to Israel and what changed the way she reads her Bible.

Candace Payne became a viral sensation with her laugh. Now, she's preaching the gospel in unexpected ways. Listen as Candace shares her story and about her book "Laugh It Up!"

Far too many people are wandering through life without a plan. What is standing in your way? Former Jacksonville Jaguar, passionate believer and Life Coach Donovin Darius discusses principles on how you can live life to the fullest and capitalize on your great potential. 

Why fear in the days of evil? Our world is creating a culture of fear. Best-selling author Stormie Omartian speaks about how you can pray through fear and what God's word says about it. Be encouraged to overcome, be healed, and to be free of damaging fears from Stormie's book, "The Power of Praying Through Fear."

Known as the "Million Dollar Man", WWE Hall Of Fame professional wrestler Ted DiBiase paid dearly for money and fame. Listen as he shares his story of how God changed his life and why he has put out a movie called "The Price of Fame." You will be inspired by what comes first in his life, the priorities he sets before taking big money appearances, and the redemption he received after the fall.