Synopsis
Chris Fabry Live is designed to build up the spiritual immune system of the Christian man and woman. As you walk through the journey of faith called the Christian life, you meet new people, learn new things, laugh, cry and, most importantly, grow in your understanding of God. With his sense of humor, sense of people and no sense of direction, host Chris Fabry treks that journey with you each weekday. Current events and issues, caller interaction, special guests and a few surprises all complement each other on this program. Chris Fabry Live challenges and encourages listeners in their journeys of faith.
Episodes
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Making a Difference
27/06/2025 Duration: 46minWhat difference have you made? We're going to talk about the differences made, big and small, either by you or for you. Has someone made a difference in your life in a small gesture? A kind word? A touch on your shoulder? Or maybe they made a huge difference. They saved your life. Have you made a difference in someone else's life lately? What happened? Let's see what kind of difference we can make together on Chris Fabry Live. June thank you gift:Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John Commentaries (from Moody Bible Commentary) For more information about the work of Care Net, click here. Chris Fabry Live is listener-supported. To support the program, click here.Become a Back Fence Partner: https://moodyradio.org/donateto/chrisfabrylive/partnersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Is It Biblical to Support Israel?
26/06/2025 Duration: 46minA week ago, a conversation between podcast host Tucker Carlson and Senator Ted Cruz caused a stir when they discussed what the Bible says about support for Israel. Dr. Michael Rydelnik tackles that conversation and responds to those who see no connection between Old Testament Israel and modern day Israel. Don't miss the timely discussion on Chris Fabry Live. June thank you gift:Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John Commentaries (from Moody Bible Commentary) For more information about the work of Care Net, click here. Chris Fabry Live is listener-supported. To support the program, click here.Become a Back Fence Partner: https://moodyradio.org/donateto/chrisfabrylive/partnersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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A Pastor's Journey Through Depression
24/06/2025 Duration: 46minIn the summer of 2008, Pastor Bruce Overstreet was on Chris Fabry Live to report of his bicycle trip across America. He became a lifelong member of the Radio Backyard Fence. What listeners didn't know was that Bruce had gone through a debilitating season of depression. If that's what you're going through or if you love someone who's traveling that road, don't miss the encouragement on Chris Fabry Live. Featured resource:The Better Path: Finding Your Way Out of Depression June thank you gift:Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John Commentaries (from Moody Bible Commentary) For more information about the work of Care Net, click here. Chris Fabry Live is listener-supported. To support the program, click here.Become a Back Fence Partner: https://moodyradio.org/donateto/chrisfabrylive/partnersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Tears in My Eyes
23/06/2025 Duration: 46minThere were a lot of tears in the eyes of Jerry Jenkins last summer. The New York Times bestselling author will talk about that moment when he stood behind his son on the set of The Chosen, and the memories that flooded. Has that ever happened to you—a moment when you were overwhelmed by something and experienced it with your child? Don't miss Jerry's story on Chris Fabry Live. Featured resource:The Chosen: Not My Will (Novel 5)"The Miracle of the Miracle of the Fish" The Chosen behind-the-scenes June thank you gift:Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John Commentaries (from Moody Bible Commentary) For more information about the work of Care Net, click here. Chris Fabry Live is listener-supported. To support the program, click here.Become a Back Fence Partner: https://moodyradio.org/donateto/chrisfabrylive/partnersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Exciting Summer Plans
20/06/2025 Duration: 46minAs we hurtle toward the end of June, Chris Fabry wants to know your exciting summer plans. Friday at the Radio Backyard Fence—tell Chris what you can't wait to do in summer of '25. You'll hear from a friend of his who is speaking at a life-changing conference. Are you going somewhere and you can't wait? Are you looking forward to fishing with your grandkids? Are you getting married? Don't miss the fun on Chris Fabry Live. Resources mentioned:Warrior Leadership Summit, June 30-July 5, 2025On Eagles' Wings - HopeforNativeAmerica.com June thank you gift:Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John Commentaries (from Moody Bible Commentary) For more information about the work of Care Net, click here. Chris Fabry Live is listener-supported. To support the program, click here.Become a Back Fence Partner: https://moodyradio.org/donateto/chrisfabrylive/partnersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Good Grief
19/06/2025 Duration: 46minIf you're dealing with grief and loss right now, don't miss Chris Fabry Live. Author and blended family expert Ron Deal believes the loss you’re going through runs on two, parallel rails. One is deep sadness. The other is hope. They travel side-by-side but never cancel each other. So how do you lean into "good grief?" Find out on Chris Fabry Live. June thank you gift:Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John Commentaries (from Moody Bible Commentary) For more information about the work of Care Net, click here. Chris Fabry Live is listener-supported. To support the program, click here.Become a Back Fence Partner: https://moodyradio.org/donateto/chrisfabrylive/partnersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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From Parenting Advice to Personal Trials and Growth
18/06/2025 Duration: 46minMark Gregston is known for his down-to-earth, common sense parenting advice. He’s given real hope and practical help for parents of teenagers. But on this Chris Fabry Live, Mark describes a personal health struggle he's been through in the last year. Hear about the change in his life's outlook after coming close to death and needing a transplant. Hear more from Mark Gregston on Chris Fabry Live. Resource mentioned:Daily Hope for Families: A Heartlight Devotional by Mark GregstonGrace for the Unexpected Journey: A 60-Day Devotional for Alzheimer's and Other Dementia Caregivers by Deborah Barr June thank you gift:Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John Commentaries (from Moody Bible Commentary) For more information about the work of Care Net, click here. Chris Fabry Live is listener-supported. To support the program, click here.Become a Back Fence Partner: https://moodyradio.org/donateto/chrisfabrylive/partnersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Why I'm Still a Christian
17/06/2025 Duration: 46minKnow anyone who's deconstructing their faith? Radio and podcast host Justin Brierley has been having conversations with skeptics and atheists for the past 20 years. On the other side of those discussions, he's more convinced than ever about the claims of Jesus. How do you respond to some of the hard questions about Christianity? Don't miss the conversation on Chris Fabry Live. Featured resource:Why I'm Still a Christian: After Two Decades of Conversations with Skeptics and Atheists—The Reason I Believe Also mentioned:The Surprising Rebirth of Belief in God June thank you gift:Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John Commentaries (from Moody Bible Commentary) For more information about the work of Care Net, click here. Chris Fabry Live is listener-supported. To support the program, click here.Become a Back Fence Partner: https://moodyradio.org/donateto/chrisfabrylive/partnersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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The Sabbath Way
16/06/2025 Duration: 46minWe live in a fast-paced, chaotic, over-scheduled world. Professor of Hebrew and Old Testament Travis West believes the concept of "Sabbath" isn't designed to fit into our lives. He says it's a way of living every day. How can you find that kind of peace and delight and gratitude and transformation? Don't miss the conversation on Chris Fabry Live. Featured resource:The Sabbath Way: Making Room in Your Life for Rest, Connection, and Delight June thank you gift:Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John Commentaries (from Moody Bible Commentary) For more information about the work of Care Net, click here. Chris Fabry Live is listener-supported. To support the program, click here.Become a Back Fence Partner: https://moodyradio.org/donateto/chrisfabrylive/partnersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Thanks, Dad
13/06/2025 Duration: 45minIn a novel Chris Fabry was reading, the main character remembered something his father taught him. Out loud he said, "Thanks, Dad." Whether your father is living or not, you'll get the opportunity to express gratitude during our final conversation of the week. What did your dad do or say that sticks with you? Even if you didn't have the best dad in the world, don't miss the conversation on Chris Fabry Live. June thank you gift:Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John Commentaries (from Moody Bible Commentary) For more information about the work of Care Net, click here. Chris Fabry Live is listener-supported. To support the program, click here.Become a Back Fence Partner: https://moodyradio.org/donateto/chrisfabrylive/partnersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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When I Think of My Dad...
12/06/2025 Duration: 47minFinish this sentence: When I think of my dad, I think about _____. When Chris' friend, Ally, thinks about her dad, the image that comes to her mind is a can of fruit cocktail. Hear her story and then we want to hear from you. What image comes into your mind when you think of your earthly father? Don't miss the encouragement as we pay tribute to dads on Chris Fabry Live. June thank you gift:Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John Commentaries (from Moody Bible Commentary) For more information about the work of Care Net, click here. Chris Fabry Live is listener-supported. To support the program, click here.Become a Back Fence Partner: https://moodyradio.org/donateto/chrisfabrylive/partnersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Truth in a Culture of Chaos
11/06/2025 Duration: 46minWe live in a post-modern, post-religion, post-everything society. Our era is marked by a disdain for truth, let alone the truth of God’s Word. Pastor and author Dr. Mike Glenn wants to help pastors and leaders who want to reach the world with the truth of the Gospel. How do you do that when we live in a post-truth world? Hear the encouragement on Chris Fabry Live. Featured resource:Preaching in a Post-Truth World: Recentering the Pulpit in a Chaotic World June thank you gift:Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John Commentaries (from Moody Bible Commentary) For more information about the work of Care Net, click here. Chris Fabry Live is listener-supported. To support the program, click here.Become a Back Fence Partner: https://moodyradio.org/donateto/chrisfabrylive/partnersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Voices of Wisdom: Larry McCarthy
10/06/2025 Duration: 46minAs soon as I heard Pastor Larry McCarthy speak, I knew I wanted to know more. You'll hear from Larry, who is an assistant pastor at Moody Church in Chicago. His focus is on compassion, seniors, and local outreach. And through the years he's learned life lessons through the ups and downs, the victories and losses. His journey will encourage you! So don't miss the conversation on Chris Fabry Live. June thank you gift:Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John Commentaries (from Moody Bible Commentary) For more information about the work of Care Net, click here. Chris Fabry Live is listener-supported. To support the program, click here.Become a Back Fence Partner: https://moodyradio.org/donateto/chrisfabrylive/partnersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Challenges to Your Faith
09/06/2025 Duration: 46minWant to have a productive conversation with someone who’s challenging your faith? Founder and president of Stand To Reason Greg Koukl will help guide us in persuasive conversations about hot-button topics. Is the Bible trustworthy? How do you know the Gospel is true? Greg wrote a game plan for discussing your convictions with skeptics. Hear his clear-thinking message on Chris Fabry Live. Featured resource:Street Smarts: Using Questions to Answer Christianity's Toughest Challenges June thank you gift:Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John Commentaries (from Moody Bible Commentary) For more information about the work of Care Net, click here. Chris Fabry Live is listener-supported. To support the program, click here.Become a Back Fence Partner: https://moodyradio.org/donateto/chrisfabrylive/partnersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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The Song in Your Head
06/06/2025 Duration: 47minEver wake up in the morning with a song in your head or your heart and you have no idea why it's there? Talk about that unbidden song you encountered. Why do you think it popped into your mind and stuck with you? It might be a hymn or a worship song, or it could be some pop tune you heard as a child. The song in your head—hear the musical conversation on Chris Fabry Live. June thank you gift:Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John Commentaries (from Moody Bible Commentary) For more information about the work of Care Net, click here. Chris Fabry Live is listener-supported. To support the program, click here.Become a Back Fence Partner: https://moodyradio.org/donateto/chrisfabrylive/partnersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Benefits of Being Heavenly Minded
05/06/2025 Duration: 46minWhat are we going to do for eternity? Is it one big church service? Award-winning author Dr. John Koessler will talk about what the hope of heaven does for us in the here and now. John believes knowing the truth about our heavenly reality and the life to come is the key that unlocks the secret to practical, holy living. Don't miss the encouragement on Chris Fabry Live. Featured resource:On Things Above June thank you gift:Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John Commentaries (from Moody Bible Commentary) For more information about the work of Care Net, click here. Chris Fabry Live is listener-supported. To support the program, click here.Become a Back Fence Partner: https://moodyradio.org/donateto/chrisfabrylive/partnersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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How to Speak Life to Your Husband
04/06/2025 Duration: 46minHow do you speak life to your husband when all you want to do is yell at him? That's the provocative question we'll deal with on Chris Fabry Live. Ann spent more than a decade longing for a better marriage and for her husband, Dave, to be more attentive, involved, and helpful. But nagging and yelling didn't work. What did? Find out from Dave and Ann Wilson on Chris Fabry Live. Featured resource:How to Speak Life to Your Husband: When All You Want to Do is Yell at Him June thank you gift:Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John Commentaries (from Moody Bible Commentary) For more information about the work of Care Net, click here. Chris Fabry Live is listener-supported. To support the program, click here.Become a Back Fence Partner: https://moodyradio.org/donateto/chrisfabrylive/partnersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Enchanted Living
03/06/2025 Duration: 46minEnchantment is defined as a feeling of great pleasure or delight. It's like being under a magical spell. Dr. Rosalie de Rosset, our correspondent to delight and wonder, returns to talk about enchanted living. She says what enchants us will determine the texture of our faith. The world is running toward forbidden enchantment. What will we choose? Don't miss the conversation on Chris Fabry Live. Resources mentioned:Unseduced and Unshaken by Rosalie de RossetLiving in Wonder by Rod DreherLife Without Lack by Dallas Willard"Today" by Billy Collins"The Christmas Miracle of Jonathan Toomey" by Susan Wojciechowski"God's World" by Edna St. Vincent Millay June thank you gift:Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John Commentaries (from Moody Bible Commentary) For more information about the work of Care Net, click here. Chris Fabry Live is listener-supported. To support the program, click here.Become a Back Fence Partner: https://moodyradio.org/donateto/chrisfabrylive/partnersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy i
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Bible Q & A: June 2025
02/06/2025 Duration: 47minIt's the return of those boys of the Bible! They put the chat in eschatology, they put the "men" in commentary. Dr. Michael Rydelnik and Dr. Michael Vanlaningham—that's right, the two Michaels are in the house for our June Bible questions and answers program. Is there a problem passage or a theological conundrum you're dealing with? Talk with the Two Michaels on Chris Fabry Live. June thank you gift:Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John Commentaries (from Moody Bible Commentary) For more information about the work of Care Net, click here. Chris Fabry Live is listener-supported. To support the program, click here.Become a Back Fence Partner: https://moodyradio.org/donateto/chrisfabrylive/partnersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Memories of Childhood Reading
30/05/2025 Duration: 46minTake me back to your childhood. Take me back to that moment when your mom or dad or grandparent pulled you up onto their lap, held you close, and read you a story. What was the book that was read to you? And is there a story you're reading to your children or grandchildren? Your rich recollection might encourage someone else. Don't miss the childhood reading memories on Chris Fabry Live. Resource mentioned:Until All Hear radio special, airing May 31, 5-7pm CT May thank you gift:Home is Right Where You Are For more information about the work of Care Net, click here. Chris Fabry Live is listener-supported. To support the program, click here.Become a Back Fence Partner: https://moodyradio.org/donateto/chrisfabrylive/partnersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.