It’s estimated about one in four adults across the world suffers from loneliness. Bankrupt of any long-term solutions, the world suggests increased human interactions to alleviate the suffering. But for all our digital connectedness, the loneliness epidemic persists and grows. Only in Jesus do we find a solution to the growing problem. https://www.…

Every murder investigation teaches two lessons: a death lesson and a life lesson. For decades, cold-case homicide detective J. Warner Wallace investigated the causes behind deaths and murders, chasing one lead after another as he attempted to solve the case. Several of these cases remain open, unsolved mysteries. But even those that haven't yet rev…

Christian Men United is dedicated to helping Christian men become the men that God created them to be so that He can receive the glory! Each year CMU has a big event in Tampa. Guys take note! The theme for this Saturday, April 20 for CMU 24 is "Unashamed." 2 Timothy 1:8-12 says, "Do not be ashamed of the testimony about our Lord.” The lineup of spe…

It's easy to harbor feelings of resentment and discontent in the everyday affairs of life, especially when it comes to the work we do to provide for ourselves and our families. As Christians, God calls us to a different standard! We are to give thanks in all circumstances, recognizing that work is a gift from God, to utilize the gifts He has given …

People need hope more than ever. As followers of Jesus, we have this promise in Colossians 1:27....."Christ in you, the hope of glory." Chet Gladkowski is a local author who loves Jesus. He also has a PhD in hope! He stopped by to help us understand how we can be more hopeful in Jesus! https://www.amazon.com/PHD-Hope-Becoming-hopeful-desperately/dp…

Christian Men United is dedicated to helping Christian men become the men that God created them to be so that He can receive the glory! Each year, CMU has a big event in Tampa. Guys take note! The theme for CMU 24 is "Unashamed." 2 Timothy 1:8-12 says, "Do not be ashamed of the testimony about our Lord.” The lineup of speakers is fantastic again th…

George Tyukos (Sonographer) and Erika Huseman (Dir. of Patient Services), PRC of Southwest Florida https://www.moodyradio.org/stations/florida/promotions/baby-days/ NOTE: Baby Days link from MRF website available until the end of April. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Moody Radio

Laura Ross (Dir. of Development) and Jillian Young (Board Member), PRC of Southwest Florida https://www.moodyradio.org/stations/florida/promotions/baby-days/ NOTE: Baby Days link from MRF website available until the end of April. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Moody Radio

Sonja Ray, Clinic Advocate (Naples), PRC of Southwest Florida https://www.moodyradio.org/stations/florida/promotions/baby-days/ NOTE: Baby Days link from MRF website available until the end of April. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Moody Radio

Nicole Shanks, Executive Director, PRC of Southwest Florida https://www.moodyradio.org/stations/florida/promotions/baby-days/ NOTE: Baby Days link from MRF website available until the end of April. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Moody Radio

According to Autism Speaks, the non-profit research and awareness organization, 2.7 percent of children and 2.2 percent of adults in the United States have autism. So, in a church of just 200, at least two children and two adults probably have autism. Your church probably has autistic brothers and sisters attending. Autistic people can feel intimid…

Mindi Bell, Volunteer & Support Services Coordinator, A Woman's Choice - Lakeland Rebecca Klein, Executive Director, A Woman's Choice - Lakeland Jamie Rogers, Clinic Director, A Woman's Choice - Lakeland https://www.moodyradio.org/stations/florida/promotions/baby-days/ NOTE: Baby Days link from the MRF website will be available until the end of Apr…

Jamie Rogers, Clinic Director, A Woman's Choice - Lakeland https://www.moodyradio.org/stations/florida/promotions/baby-days/ NOTE: Baby Days link from the MRF website available until the end of April. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Moody Radio

Greg Wilkerson, Men's Coach, A Woman's Choice - Lakeland https://www.moodyradio.org/stations/florida/promotions/baby-days/ NOTE: Baby Days link from MRF website available until the end of April. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Moody Radio

Rebecca Klein, Executive Director, A Woman's Choice - Lakeland - 6:00am interview https://www.moodyradio.org/stations/florida/promotions/baby-days/ NOTE: Baby Days link from MRF website available until the end of April. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Moody Radio

When the name W. A. Criswell is read or heard, certain thoughts come to mind. Many likely remember him as a president of the Southern Baptist Convention, or the founder of the Criswell College in Dallas, Texas, or the senior pastor for five decades of one of the largest Baptist churches in America, or even one of the key figures during the Conserva…

Do you have a wayward child or grandchild in your life? One who is far from Jesus? You’re not the only one. Last week, Diane from Clermont joined the conversation. We were talking about how meaningful Easter was for many of us. Her call was powerful! This morning, we revisited her story.. and highlighted several of yours, too. “Therefore we do not …

On Monday, producer Marc and Kurt were confronted with a thin mystery box sitting in the studio. It was addressed to Kurt and Kate. The only problem? Kate was off for the day! The answer to the great mystery of what was inside the box would have to wait.....until today. Take a listen as Kurt and Kate opened the box.....and were left with smiles tha…

What does it mean to be a disciple of Christ? Has the modern church replaced true discipleship with a soft, cowardly and shallow version of Christianity? It's a big question worthy of a conversation! Listeners chimed in with what it means to be a radical disciple of Jesus, which really is nothing more than a biblical disciple of our Lord. https://w…

April showers bring May flowers, but April is also the month for another kind of shower—a baby shower! Kurt and Kate spent the morning at pregnancy centers in Lakeland and Naples, hearing amazing stories of God's intervention in the lives of families experiencing unplanned pregnancies. There were many powerful testimonies of God's redemptive work! …

The problem of evil. Ever grapple with that as a follower of Jesus? Has it come up in conversations with those who are not believers? How does sin, evil, corruption, and death fit into redemptive history? Author and pastor Scott Christensen stopped by this morning to help us take a closer look at the story line of Scripture and to be honest about t…

Perceived slights. How do we navigate this? Hmmm…In Matthew 7:12, Jesus says, “So in everything, do to others what you would have them do to you.” Are you ever inclined to bypass the Golden Rule and proceed straight to feeling sorry for yourself? To get hurt feelings? Blogger Lois Flowers joined us this morning to talk about this. https://www.loisf…

The lives of great men and women of faith are replete with fascinating and beneficial stories. Not fictional stories… actual events from the experiences of those believers. Some of those stories touch the heart – or the funny bone. Many touch the soul at a deep level by inspiring, instructing, encouraging, comforting or convicting. Our resident Chr…

Culture is doing its best to convince the world there is nothing special about Jesus. And many Christians never get beyond a Sunday school understanding of their own faith. As a result, Christianity's most important historical fact--the resurrection--is often the most misunderstood, relegated to Easter and funeral services, creating a powerless Chr…

It never feels good to be criticized, especially unfairly. As much as we might not like it, criticism is part of life in a world like ours. When it comes to criticism, there are many wrong ways to respond. And of course, in our flesh and sin, we’re always going to respond poorly. Pastor Mark Hallock stopped by and showed us why we need to think thr…

What if you woke up one morning knowing that it was your last day on earth? That’s what happened to the thief on the cross, who died a few feet from Jesus. Heaven, How I Got Here is his story as he looks back from Heaven on the day that changed his eternity, and the faith that can change yours. Our good friend, Pastor Colin Smith from Open the Bibl…

Do you feel tossed about or a little disoriented? The foundations of predictable society are shifting. In this ambiguous cultural forecast, we're wondering what's right, what matters most, and how we should respond. How do we build a meaningful life and legacy when our lives feel fragile—when our future seems discouragingly uncertain? Author Daniel…

It was a memorable morning with Pastor Jay Dennis from City Central Church in Lakeland! Jay has been a regular contributor each Friday on Kurt and Kate Mornings. Earlier this year, we decided to extend an invitation for Jay to appear with us live in studio. Little did any of us know, several serious health issues would land Pastor Jay in the hospit…

Our culture has been lying to women. The world defines female empowerment as believing in yourself or looking within to find the power to succeed. But what happens when women grow weary from trying to do it all? Tired and frustrated with self-dependence? Becky Beresford used to believe and even promoted some of society's lies to women. But in God's…

What if your life was immersed in mercy? In a culture that is short on compassion, maybe that's difficult to imagine. There's not nearly enough patience or tenderness in the world. Maybe you're in the middle of a hard season and feel disheartened. Or you're struggling to show mercy and kindness to the people in your life. In this NOISY world, God's…

Even believers need to be warned about hell. Consider this:Throughout his writings, the apostle Paul not only reminds the churches of their formerly hopeless state; he also warns them of their ongoing danger should they drift from Christ. He says not only, “You deserve hell,” but also, “Make sure you don’t end up there.” Pastor and author Scott Hub…

Let’s talk about hypocrisy. We often portray an image of ourselves that doesn’t accurately capture the essence of who we really are. When we look honestly, we’ll see that we’re frequently fake, inauthentic, and hypocritical. We go through life accepting all kinds of praise for things perceived as virtuous when we know, deep down, that we undertook …

It's amazing to think that God, who is the creator and sustainer of all things, knows every detail of our lives! Not only is He all powerful, but He is deeply compassionate. Our good friend Allen Speer, CEO of Agape Flights, received a devastating cancer diagnosis in December. Despite this shocking news, Allen is steadfast in his trust of Jesus and…

Are you part of a small group at church? It can be a blessing and yet, there are challenges, too. Despite some of the big trouble that exists in small groups, our guest this morning offered practical advice for getting past the biggest hurdles of church small groups: childcare, commitment and over-talkers. https://www.christianitytoday.com/ct/2024/…

Human trafficking is such a big problem it’s almost overwhelming to think about it. What can I do to make a difference in the name of Jesus? Where do I even start? There’s a ministry based in Tampa that’s taking an approach that you may have never even considered: Decreasing demand. It’s called the Sexual Integrity Project: A John’s Hope. You’ve go…

What does the Bible have to say about divisive people in the church? As society is presently ripped apart with divisions on every issue, the church is likewise bombarded with divisive people who are using the current cultural divide to mimic the culture and tear apart the body of Christ. Great wisdom is needed from the Lord to help believers discer…

It's March and that means it's time for the Gaither Vocal Band to welcome you to an evening filled with fun, laughter, and great Gospel music! The band will be in Orlando this coming Friday, March 8 and Fort Myers on Saturday, March 9. Bill Gaither stopped by this morning and shared his love for music, as well as his love for his precious King Char…

Artificial Intelligence and pornography. Where is this headed? What are the implications? Tune in for this important conversation on the sobering prospect of 'adult AI' and five strategies to break free from pornography's poisonous grip. https://philcotnoir.com/2024/02/13/the-sobering-prospect-of-adult-ai/ https://ca.thegospelcoalition.org/article/…

The Gospel of Jesus Christ is central to everything we say and do and nothing brings us greater joy than when the Holy Spirit gives us the privilege to share The Good News! This morning served as one of those moments. Pastor Jay Dennis from City Central Church - Lakeland had the honor to present the Gospel to those listening who had never heard bef…

They are verses we as believers know and love. Proverbs 3:5-6 says… “Trust in the Lord with all of your heart and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge Him and He will make your paths straight.” Here’s the deal: Trusting God is something we Christians talk about, remind each other to do, and underline in our Bibles. Bu…

We love Agape Flights based in Venice Florida! In a world where resources are few and the infrastructure is sparse, Agape Flights’ timely deliveries of mail and supplies are vital to sustain missionary families and their ministries. Hundreds of mission partners rely on Agape Flights to transport the mail and supplies they need while living and work…

Before the beginning of the show, Kurt was delighted when he discovered his long lost batch of...... paper clips! Who knew that a simple office supply could bring so much joy? It turns out the paper clip comes in many different shapes.....and is used for so many different purposes! Kurt and Kate gave us a history lesson when it comes to the paper c…

Trusting God is something we Christians talk about, remind each other to do, and underline in our Bibles. But how it plays out in our lives can vary from one situation to another, or one person to another. Our friend, Blogger Rebekah Matt, stopped by this morning to provide insight as to what it looks like to trust the Lord! https://greatandnobleta…

Do ghosts exist? Do humans have access to the spirit world? If so, what does this mean for our spiritual life? Author and pastor John Beeson stopped by and highlighted the bizarre story of King Saul and the Medium at Endor (1 Sam. 28). https://gcdiscipleship.com/article-feed/saul-the-medium-of-endor See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informati…

Our good friend Rebecca Klein is the Executive Director of A Woman's Choice Pregnancy Care Center in Lakeland. We love it when she drops by to talk about the fight for life. So many aspects of this! Today, Rebecca shared several "glory stories" of God moving powerfully in the lives of those considering abortion.....and those who ultimately decided …

Do you like to hear stories about God’s faithfulness? We do, too!! Even better over a hot cup of tea. Sherri House is a part of our Kurt and Kate Community and has a beautiful new book out: Tea With Jesus and Me. She stopped by and shared some faith building stories from everyday life experiences! https://www.amazon.com/Tea-Jesus-Me-Stories-Faithfu…

Our guest from this morning writes this, "Digital Bibles shape what we see—and don’t see—in the text and require us to be mindful of their power and peril." John Dyer is an author and assistant professor of Theological Studies at Dallas Theological Seminary. He joined us and shared how digital apps are changing how we read the Bible! https://textan…

Kindness has fallen on hard times. Almost daily, we witness or experience cynicism, impatience, or incivility. And it begins to wear on a soul. Overall, we're not doing well. We need hope. We need truth. We need God! Pastor and teacher Nate Pickowicz stopped by to talk about how our lives have to be understood and lived in light of God's kindness. …

Known primarily for his book "The Pilgrim’s Progress," John Bunyan was also a preacher, a gifted theologian and an interpreter of Scripture. If you can believe it, he wasn’t a super-educated man. But when it came to practical application and a good handle on the Scriptures and their theology, he was tremendously gifted by God! All of his writings h…

It’s Valentine’s Day! Truth be told, it can be a challenging day for many singles. Dating expert and author, Lisa Anderson, joined us to talk about that. https://highergroundtimes.com/higher-ground/2024/feb/12/4-ways-to-encourage-your-single-friends-this-valen/?utm_medium=higher-ground See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…