Today, on Karl and Crew, we talk about the beauty of obeying the voice of the Lord. We turned to the phone lines to ask our listeners to share with us an act of obedience the Lord had called them to do, and how, in the end, there was a blessing in it. We were also joined by Dr. John Koessler, who spoke about the importance of obedience to the Lord. Dr. Koessler is a retired Professor and Faculty Emeritus from the Moody Bible Institute in Pastoral Studies. He also has a podcast and blog called “A Stranger in the House of God.” Colin Smith also joined us to discuss acknowledging God’s grace and His promise through obedience. Colin is the Senior Pastor Emeritus of The Orchard Evangelical Free Church. He is also the founder and teacher of the long-running daily radio program, Open the Bible, which airs weekday mornings on Moody Radio at 9:00 a.m. CT. You can listen to the highlights of today's program on the Karl and Crew Showcast. If you're looking to listen to a particular segment from the show, look at the following time stamps:

Colin Smith Interview [02:59 ]

Call Segment [32:31]

Dr. John Koessler Interview [42:58 ]

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Today on Karl and Crew, we had Dr. Emerson Eggrich join us to talk about the importance of love and respect in a marriage. Dr. Eggrichs is an internationally recognized author and speaker on topics including marriage, parenting, communication, and more. Dr. Eggrichs and his wife founded Love and Respect Ministries, which is based on five decades of counseling, as well as scientific and biblical research. He has also authored several books, including the New York Times bestseller, “Love and Respect.” Then Cody Kimmel joined us to discuss the need for grace in parenthood. Cody is the Executive Director of Grace-Based Families, a ministry dedicated to encouraging, educating, and equipping families at every age and stage of life. He has also served as a pastor, professor, and entrepreneur, and he hosts multiple podcasts, including Blueprints. Then we had Nick Vujicic join us to share his story of freedom and discuss his ministry, NickV Ministries. Nick is an international speaker and author. He is also the founder of NickV Ministries, a Christian nonprofit dedicated to spreading the gospel. You can listen to the highlights of today's program on the Karl and Crew Showcast. If you're looking to listen to a particular segment from the show, look at the following time stamps:

Dr. Emerson Eggrich Interview [07:31 ]

Cody Kimmel Interview [43:00]

Nick Vujicic Interview [ 56:00]

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Today, on Karl and Crew, we discussed how, as Christ followers, there will be a time when we have to stand in the fire. As believers, there is no promise of a perfect life; we will endure hard times, but we are called to take joy in the midst of those trials. Dr. Sam Storms joined us to discuss embracing and rejoicing in suffering and persecution as a Christian. Dr. Storms is the founder and president of Enjoying God Ministries and serves on the Council of the Gospel Coalition. He is also the Executive Director of the Convergence Church Network. He has also authored several books, including “Understanding Spiritual Warfare: A Comprehensive Guide.” Then we had Peter Worrall join us to discuss persecution as a Christian and how he teaches this to his students. Peter is an Associate Professor of Educational Ministries at the Moody Bible Institute. He also wrote the book, “20 Things We’d Tell Our Twentysomething Selves.” We also turned to the phone lines to ask our listeners two questions: “What challenge in your life has God used to help you grow?” and “When have you experienced gospel opposition and how did God help you through it?” You can listen to the highlights of today's program on the Karl and Crew Showcast. If you're looking to listen to a particular segment from the show, look at the following time stamps:

Peter Worral Interview [08:02]

Call Segment 1 [28:02]

Call Segment 2 [44:45]

Dr. Sam Storms Interview [55:43]

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Today, on Karl and Crew, we continued our weekly theme, “Tough Questions for Christians,” as we discussed what it truly means to follow Jesus. Jonathan shared his testimony on how he truly began to serve God after years of living in the hallucination of salvation. We then turned to the phone lines to ask our listeners to share with us about the day they truly came to know Jesus. We then had Dr. Erwin Lutzer join us to talk about what happens after death and why God allows people to go to hell. Dr Lutzer is Pastor Emeritus of Moody Church. He is a clear expositor of the Bible, and he’s the featured speaker on two radio programs: Running to Win, a daily Bible-teaching broadcast heard weekdays at 9:30 a.m., and Songs in the Night, an evening program that has been airing since 1943. You can listen to the highlights of today's program on the Karl and Crew Showcast. If you're looking to listen to a particular segment from the show, look at the following time stamps:

Dr. Erwin Lutzer Interview [33:15]

Caller Segment (The Day I Received Jesus as my Lord and Savior) [52:19]

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Today on Karl and Crew, we had Alex Nsengimana join us to share with us about Operation Christmas Child, a ministry through Samaritan’s Purse that provides children with simple shoebox gifts and the love of Christ. He also shared how the ministry impacted his life as a child while he was in an orphanage after escaping a gunman and losing his family. Alex currently serves with Operation Christmas Child, paying forward the hope and love he received through a shoebox gift. We also turned to the phone lines and texts to ask our listeners the question, “What have you discovered about the character of God that you didn’t get at first, but now you understand?” Then we had Drew Dyck join us to discuss how to navigate a midlife crisis in the context of faith. Drew is an acquisitions editor with Moody Publishers and a contributing editor for Christianity Today for Pastors. He has also authored several books, including “Your Future Self Will Thank You: Secrets to Self-Control from the Bible and Brain Science.” You can listen to the highlights of today's program on the Karl and Crew Showcast. If you're looking to listen to a particular segment from the show, look at the following time stamps:

Alex Nsengimana Interview [03:34]

Called Segment [ 33:33]

Drew Dyck Interview [51:38 ]

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On this Freedom Friday, we had Chris Baker join us to share his testimony and how God led him to start a tattoo ministry, INK 180, that serves those who have been branded through sex trafficking and gang life. Chris is the founder of INK180, and through his work at the ministry, he won the 2022 FBI Director's Award for Community Service. Additionally, he has an award-winning documentary that has been featured on TLN. Then we had Reverend Stefano Fehr join us to discuss what’s currently happening in Lebanon as the End Times approach. He also shared information about the campaign with the Bread of Life Bakery, which serves the blind and disabled in Lebanon. Rev. Stefano is the President of Call of Hope, a ministry among Muslims that has been in operation for over 120 years. He is also the Chief Operating Officer of Evangelical Karmel Mission in Schornforf, Germany. You can listen to the highlights of today's program on the Karl and Crew Showcast. If you're looking to listen to a particular segment from the show, look at the following time stamps:

Chris Baker Interview [05:37 ]

Rev. Stefano Fehr Interview [28:38 ]

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Today, on Karl and Crew, we discussed the importance of not being silent when sharing the gospel. We then turned to the phone lines and asked a listener the question, “When did you speak up about the good news and God used it to change a life?” We then had Alistair Begg join us to discuss his evangelistic book, “The Man in the Middle.” Alistair is the Senior Pastor of Parkside Church near Cleveland, Ohio. He can be heard daily on the national radio program Truth for Life. Then Dr. Mark Jobe joined us to discuss the boldness to answer God's call and surrender to Him. Dr. Jobe is the 10th President of the Moody Bible Institute. He is the Founding Pastor of the New Life Community Church in Chicago and the founder of New Life Centers. He is also the host of the podcast and program "Bold Steps," which airs weekdays at 1:00 p.m. CT on Moody Radio. Then Dr. Donald Sweeting joined us to briefly tell us a little bit about the topic he’ll be speaking on at The Summit on Israel and the Last Days Conference on Saturday, Nov. 8, “The World is going Crazy. Will the Church Follow? We Can’t.” He also spoke about the connection between Israel and the Jewish people. Dr. Sweeting is the recent President and Chancellor at Colorado Christian University. He is a noted educator, minister, academic, and author. You can listen to the highlights of today's program on the Karl and Crew Showcast. If you're looking to listen to a particular segment from the show, look at the following time stamps:

Call Segment [08:20 ]

Dr. Mark Jobe Interview [22:24 ]

Dr. Donald Sweeting Interview [41:06 ]

Alistair Begg Interview [57:17 ]

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Today, on Karl and Crew, we kicked off our weekly theme, “We Will Not Be Silenced,” with discussions about standing firmly on our faith. We then had Dr. Erwin Lutzer join us to discuss how believers stand up for their faith in today’s counterculture world. Dr. Lutzer is Pastor Emeritus of Moody Church. He is a clear expositor of the Bible and is featured on two radio programs: Running to Win and Songs in the Night. We then had Dr. Jim Coakley join us to discuss the church’s commitment to Jesus, despite the influence of political or governmental forces. He also shared about an upcoming trip he will be leading in Turkey and Greece from March 4th to 17th, 2026. Dr. Jim Coakley is a Professor of Bible at Moody Bible Institute. He is a current elder with 180 Chicago and a former Senior Pastor. He is also a member of the Evangelical Theological Society. We then turned to the phone lines to ask our listeners the question: “What words did you hear that the Spirit of God used to save your soul?” You can listen to the highlights of today's program on the Karl and Crew Showcast. If you're looking to listen to a particular segment from the show, look at the following time stamps:

Dr. Erwin Lutzer Interview [06:36]

Dr. Jim Coakley Interview [47:36]

Call Segment [01:15:42 ]

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