When was the last time you discussed politics with someone who believes differently than you? Are we able to reach across the aisle without malice to seek to understand another person's point of view? Tim Muehlhoff and Sean McDowell want to revive the art of conversation by helping us develop the ability to listen to those around us, especially those with diverse perspectives. If you long to feel safe sharing your opinions, Tim points us to the heart work needed before we plunge into a conversation with those with whom we disagree.

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What did our Founding Fathers believe about God? Was America founded on Christian principles? Vice President of Communications at Focus on the Family Paul Batura shares a conversation with Seth and Deb on our Nation’s founding and how knowing our history impacts our county and lives today. Take a few minutes on this 4th of July to look back with appreciation for the freedoms we enjoy because of this day in 1776 when we declared our independence!

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Join Seth and Deb as we highlight a local ministry with world impact. Deb Bowen from Understanding Works will be with us to share how they are reaching out to students and children in Sierra Leone. Discover ways for you to partner with Understanding Works and be a world changer!

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How prepared is your church to handle a crisis from outside or inside your congregation? How do you protect your congregation, mission, and reputation during a crisis? Seth and Deb tackle these questions with Phil Cooke, who works with churches to build a healthy culture to help avoid scandals and when a crisis happens, to respond in a way that protects the ministry and mission of the church. It's a difficult but needed conversation in this world of scandal to be prepared and not blindsided when faced with an unexpected crisis.

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How does God want to use your life to better the lives of others? The ministry Wells 4 Wellness began when God called Pat Herath to do something about the need for clean water in Niger. Be listening for Pat's testimony of how God orchestrated this ministry to provide for the needs of thousands in Niger and how God has now called her son Willie to pick up the baton and continue this life-giving work.

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Words are powerful and can be agents of healing or destruction. MBI Stewardship Representative Gerad Hall shares a health issue that has had him considering the gift of speech. He will take us to God's Word to discover how the right words can bring healing and encouragement and the wrong words can discourage and crush others. This practical and impactful teaching will point out the gift of speech and the admonition to use our words wisely for the good of others.

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What is in your playbook for life? Former professional athlete and successful corporate executive Stu Crum joins Seth and Deb to give us a glimpse of his playbook for life, challenging us to all be intentional in how we live today. We’ll talk about how our brains are wired to repeat, repeat, and repeat, but there is a blueprint to overcoming and we’ll talk about steps that will help us get there on Mornings with Seth and Deb.

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Has there been a life experience that had you believing that you are disqualified from being useful to God? The truth is God is able to use past pain and brokenness as preparation for future ministry if we are willing to surrender it to Him and trust Him. How is our past not wasted and how can God use our scars? Board Certified clinical neuropsychologist Dr. Michelle Bengston joins Seth and Deb to offer a redemptive perspective on life’s scars.

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