Fearless with Cissie Graham Lynch (Billy Graham Evangelistic Association)
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| 08 Feb 2022 | A Personal Story: How God Answered a Prayer in My Life | 00:23:37 | |
My grandmother, Ruth Graham, said when it comes to the salvation of our children, we are to take care of the possible and let God take care of the impossible. We can’t save their souls—only God can do that—but there are other things we can do. There is nothing more important than praying faithfully and intentionally for our children, grandchildren and nieces and nephews. Just as the calendar was about to flip from 2021 to 2022, I asked God for a word to guide my life for the next 12 months. His answer came just as I was about to go to sleep for the night: Prayer. In this episode, I will tell you a personal story of how—within a few days of giving me the word ‘prayer’—God answered a very precious prayer for me. I’ll also share a recap of my experience last month at the 49th March for Life and how you can pray for the pro-life movement and the important Supreme Court decision on Roe vs. Wade later this summer. Scriptures Romans 3:23-26 Going Farther Fearless Family devotional by Cissie Graham Lynch -- https://www.billygrahambookstore.org/fearless-family-devotional Praying Scriptures for Your Children by Jodie Berndt – https://jodieberndt.com/praying-the-scriptures-for-your-children/ Books by J. Warner Wallace – https://coldcasechristianity.com/books-by-j-warner-wallace/ Websites
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| 17 Feb 2022 | Marxism: Do you know how it’s Impacting You? | 00:43:24 | |
From an American-born athlete choosing to represent China at the Olympics to racial conflict to divisions over gender, I believe everything we’re seeing happen in America right now is a form of Marxism. It’s impacting our daily lives—even in the home. But what is Marxism? And what dangers does it pose to you and your family? Retired Lieutenant General Jerry Boykin joins me on this episode of Fearless and lays out what you need to know about Marxism, as well as Communism and Socialism. General Boykin works with the Family Research Council and has fought enemies of the U.S.A. in battles around the world—including the Black Hawk Down incident in Somalia. Each of us needs to be ready to engage in the battle against Marxism right where we live, and General Boykin and I talk about how to do that. The most important part of that battle plan is remembering that our greatest hope lies in Jesus Christ. Scriptures John 8:44 Going Farther Fearless Family devotional by Cissie Graham Lynch -- https://www.billygrahambookstore.org/fearless-family-devotional Websites
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| 24 Feb 2022 | The Controversy of “Redeeming Love”: My Thoughts | 00:09:58 | |
The movie adaptation of Francine Rivers’ Christian fiction book “Redeeming Love” is causing some controversy. The story parallels the book of Hosea in the Bible and shows a beautiful picture of God’s love for us—even when we are in the darkest pit. Now that I’ve watched the movie myself, I want to share my thoughts about it with you. Scriptures
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| 01 Mar 2022 | The Battle for Religious Freedom | 00:33:40 | |
Religious liberty is a bedrock of our values in the United States. It’s enshrined in the First Amendment to the Constitution. But the ability to freely exercise your Christian faith is under attack, both in culture and in courtrooms across the country. Fortunately, many of those challenges are being thwarted by the Alliance Defending Freedom, which has won 13 cases before the U.S. Supreme Court. Kristen Waggoner is an attorney with the ADF and joins me on this episode to tell us about some of the battles they’ve been fighting—and why they’re important to you. Kristen says activists are weaponizing the law and the justice system to target those who hold traditional Christian beliefs. I want you to be able to recognize threats to your religious liberties and Kristen is an expert at helping you understand your constitutional rights. Scriptures Genesis 1:27 Going Farther Fearless Family devotional by Cissie Graham Lynch -- https://www.billygrahambookstore.org/fearless-family-devotional Websites
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| 08 Mar 2022 | International Women’s Day: What Kind of Woman Do You Want To Be? | 00:24:24 | |
International Women’s Day celebrates the cultural, political and socioeconomic achievements of women. But the world’s definition of a successful woman can look very different from God’s definition. On this episode of Fearless, I talk about Scriptures and women—in the Bible and in my own life—that have helped me better understand what it means to be a Godly woman. As women in Ukraine and other countries face unimaginable hardships today, I’m grateful for the simple blessings I and so many other women in the U.S. enjoy. I’m also thankful I don’t have to judge my worth by the world’s standards, but instead find my value as a woman in knowing that I’m a child of God. Whether you’re a woman or a man, I hope what I share on this episode inspires you to live boldly for Jesus in a world that has a lot of wrong ideas about men and women. Scriptures Proverbs 14:1; 31 Going Farther Fearless Family devotional by Cissie Graham Lynch -- https://www.billygrahambookstore.org/fearless-family-devotional Websites
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| 22 Mar 2022 | Spiritual Deconstruction and Progressive Christianity: A Talk With Alisa Childers | 00:35:18 | |
Progressive Christianity is a movement of Christians who are reexamining, redefining and often rejecting the core claims of the historic Christian Gospel but retaining the title “Christian.” My guest on this episode has personal experience of how dangerous Progressive Christianity can be. Alisa Childers was a member of the Christian band ZOEgirl and she’s written a book called “Another Gospel?” She started researching the truth of historic Christianity after the pastor of the church she was attending began leading members into Progressive Christianity. I want you to be able to recognize red flags that go up if Progressive Christianity is starting to get a foothold in your church or in a friend’s faith walk. Alisa identified some of those red flags and talked about how you can respond when she spoke during morning devotions at Samaritan’s Purse earlier this month.
Scriptures 2 Timothy 3:16-17 Going Farther Fearless Family devotional by Cissie Graham Lynch -- https://www.billygrahambookstore.org/fearless-family-devotional “Another Gospel” by Alisa Childers — https://www.alisachilders.com/anothergospel.html The Alisa Childer’s Podcast – https://www.alisachilders.com/podcast.html Cross Examined Podcast -- https://crossexamined.org/podcasts/ Stand to Reason Podcast -- https://www.str.org/podcasts Natasha Crain Podcast -- https://natashacrain.com/natashacrainpodcast-archive/ Books by J. Warner Wallace – https://coldcasechristianity.com/books-by-j-warner-wallace/ Websites
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| 05 Apr 2022 | Skillet’s John and Korey Cooper Don’t Back Down From Defending Christianity | 00:51:13 | |
I like to call John and Korey Cooper the “rock star it couple.” They’ve been married 25 years, they’re members of the Christian band Skillet and they’re relentless defenders of truth. John and Korey have been setting an example of how to have a Christ-centered marriage, raise Godly kids and be a light for Jesus in a dark world for years. I’ve seen firsthand John and Korey praying for and ministering to people at some of my dad’s outreaches. The Coopers are fun to talk to but also serious about the issues facing the Church and our families today. I hope you’ll laugh along with us and be challenged by what they had to say on this episode. Scriptures Proverbs 27:17 Going Farther · Fearless Family devotional by Cissie Graham Lynch -- https://www.billygrahambookstore.org/fearless-family-devotional · Skillet – “Dominion” album -- https://stores.kotisdesign.com/skillet/dominion-box-sets · John Cooper book “Awake and Alive to Truth” -- https://johnlcooper.com/ · Cooper Stuff podcast -- https://cooperstuffpodcast.com/ · Additional resources available at https://cissiegrahamlynch.com Websites
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| 19 Apr 2022 | Should You Watch the News With Your Children? | 00:18:16 | |
My neighbor stopped over recently with her young son while we had the TV news on and it was reporting about the situation in Ukraine. She asked me if I let my kids watch the news. I told her I do. I realized with the sensitive topics which headline the news each evening, this could be a question many families struggle with. On this episode I’m going to tell you why—and how—Corey and I watch the news with our kids. Scriptures John 16:33 Going Farther · Fearless Family devotional by Cissie Graham Lynch -- https://www.billygrahambookstore.org/fearless-family-devotional Websites
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| 03 May 2022 | If Roe v. Wade Is Overturned, Are You Ready? | 00:37:23 | |
The U.S. Supreme Court is expected to issue a ruling in June that could overturn or weaken Roe v. Wade. There are many misconceptions about the case and what it means for the future of abortion in this nation. Kristan Hawkins, president of Students for Life, joins me on today’s episode to give clarity and solid answers to arguments you might hear about the case, Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization. The Court is considering a law in Mississippi that would ban abortions after the 15th week of pregnancy. If the law is upheld, states could decide for themselves if and when abortion should be legal. Where would that leave the pro-life community? I hope our conversation helps you have a better understanding of what this significant case means and encourages you to see that it’s never too late to get involved in the fight for the lives of unborn children. Scriptures Genesis 1:26-27 Going Farther · Fearless Family devotional by Cissie Graham Lynch -- https://www.billygrahambookstore.org/fearless-family-devotional · Decision Magazine, from BGEA -- https://decisionmagazine.com/ · Students for Life – www.studentsforlife.org and www.standingwithyou.org · Kristan Hawkin’s podcast, “Explicitly Pro-Life” -- https://kristanhawkins.com/podcast/ · Family Research Council -- https://www.frc.org/ Websites
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| 17 May 2022 | Parents Guide to Sexuality--Clarity in the Confusion | 00:34:24 | |
It’s important for parents to talk with their kids about sex, but it’s a lot more difficult to do now than it used to be. Terminology related to sexuality, gender and orientation seems to change almost daily. My guest on this episode helps us cut through the confusion and point us and our kids back to the simple truth of God’s plan for sexuality. Hillary Morgan Ferrer is founder of Mama Bear Apologetics and she minsters to moms by doing the research they don’t have time to do on tough subjects like this. We’re bombarded by dangerous lies and ideas about sexuality, everywhere from the media to schools and even some churches. Hillary’s and my discussion can empower you to confidently respond to those messages with grace and truth. Scriptures Matthew 19:4-6
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| 31 May 2022 | Uvalde: The Steady Peace of Jesus in the Darkest of Times | 00:17:28 | |
Just like you, my heart breaks for the families of those children and teachers killed in the Uvalde, Texas, school shooting. When tragedy happens, many people will ask ‘why?’ The world is full of evil and sin. But there is hope in Jesus even in the darkest of times. Two chaplains from the Billy Graham Rapid Response Team who were in Uvalde within two hours share their experience in responding to this tragedy. Husband and wife, Ken and Stacey Williamson were asked by a family of one of the victims to assist them in a way I can’t begin to imagine. Please continue to pray for all of the victims’ families and to place your hope in Jesus Christ—the only One who can change the hearts of individuals and of a nation. Scriptures · Jeremiah 17:9 Going Farther · Fearless Family devotional by Cissie Graham Lynch -- https://www.billygrahambookstore.org/fearless-family-devotional Websites
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| 14 Jun 2022 | A Father’s Character – Lessons I’ve Learned From My Dad and Grandfathers | 00:22:51 | |
I’m thankful that I grew up with a godly dad, two godly grandfathers and other men who influenced my life. The lessons they’ve taught me continue to guide me. As we get ready to celebrate Father’s Day, I want to share with you a little bit about the important men in my life—some stories about them and wisdom from them. I also look at what the Bible says about the roles of fathers. But this episode is for moms, too, because of a lot of what I reference from the Bible can help both parents as you raise your children. Being a parent is hard and a tremendous responsibility. I want this episode to encourage you to be intentional about making God the center of your family and asking Him how to leave a godly legacy in their lives. Scriptures · John 16:33 Going Farther · Fearless Family devotional by Cissie Graham Lynch -- https://www.billygrahambookstore.org/fearless-family-devotional Websites
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| 24 Jun 2022 | “Roe Is Dead”: June 24, 2022 | 00:29:14 | |
Friday, June 24, 2022, will go down as a historic day because of the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision to overturn Roe v. Wade. Many people are angry about the decision and it’s important that you know how to respond to them. I talked with attorney Todd Chasteen—vice president of public policy and general counsel for Samaritan’s Purse— about what this ruling means for abortion rights and pro-life work in the United States going forward. Our conversation can help you take an informed stand for the sanctity of human life in the womb and prepare for the battle ahead. Scriptures · Psalm 102:18 · Jeremiah 1:4-5 · Psalm 139:13-14 Going Farther · Fearless Family devotional by Cissie Graham Lynch -- https://www.billygrahambookstore.org/fearless-family-devotional · Decision Magazine, from BGEA -- https://decisionmagazine.com/
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| 28 Jun 2022 | Feeling Inadequate for the Task? The Fix is ‘Simple.’ | 00:18:23 | |
We all have times that we feel inadequate for what God has called us to do. I was recently asked to speak at an apologetics conference, but after I accepted, I started to think, “What am I going to share?” Then I remembered a similar story my grandfather shared – about how the simple message of the Gospel was all that’s needed to reach the hearts of those who hear it. With my grandfather’s example in mind, I decided to talk about the simplicity and power of the Gospel. That’s also what I share with you on this episode of Fearless. I remind you—and myself—that the Gospel of Jesus Christ changes lives and needs to be shared with people now more than ever. We have an opportunity to be a light in an increasingly dark world. Because after all, it’s in the darkest of nights that the light shines the brightest. Scriptures · Romans 1:16 Going Farther · Fearless Family devotional by Cissie Graham Lynch -- https://www.billygrahambookstore.org/fearless-family-devotional Websites
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| 12 Jul 2022 | Lessons Learned from My Dad - Encore | 00:15:23 | |
Welcome to the first episode of the Fearless ‘Summer Encore’ series! Since my dad’s 70th birthday is this week, I wanted to share an early episode of Fearless that’s all about the incredible influence he’s had in my life. I’ve always been a proud daughter – and proud of the work my dad does as he leads the organizations of Samaritan’s Purse and the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association. But one of the questions that I’m asked most often is what I’ve learned as the daughter of Franklin Graham. So today, I’m discussing the most important thing that I’ve learned from my dad. Scriptures · Romans 1:16 Going Farther · Fearless Family devotional by Cissie Graham Lynch -- https://www.billygrahambookstore.org/fearless-family-devotional Websites
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| 25 Jul 2022 | Adventure will have Adversity - An interview with Tammie Jo Shults - Encore | 00:45:47 | |
For the second episode of the Fearless ‘Summer Encore’ series, I wanted to feature one of my favorite guests who I get to serve with while I’m in Alaska with Samaritan’s Purse. “Nerves of steel.” That’s how many people described Tammie Jo Shults in 2018 after she landed a Southwest Airlines plane that had lost an engine. But even before that fateful day, Tammie Jo had a fearless faith that took her from a farm in Texas to being one of the US Navy’s first female fighter jet pilots. I had the honor of speaking with Tammie Jo as she visited military couples at Samaritan’s Purse’s Operation Heal Our Patriots. Hear how her #fearlessfaith helped her overcome life’s biggest challenges on today’s #FearlessPodcast. Scripture · Colossians 3:23-24 Going Farther · Captain Tammie Jo Shults https://www.captainshults.com/ Websites
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| 08 Aug 2022 | A Fearless Faith Begins with Fear - Encore | 00:25:17 | |
The ‘Summer Encore’ series of Fearless returns with another one of my favorite episodes – talking about how a fearless faith begins with fear. Over the years, I’ve come to understand that a fearless and sustaining faith can only come when we fear God. But what does it mean to fear? In the simplest terms, it means that we take God seriously. We respect Him, we obey Him, we submit to His discipline and we worship Him in awe. And there is a blessing and peace that comes when we fear the Lord. Proverbs 9:10 tells us that “The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom. And the knowledge of the Holy One is understanding.” Join me on this episode of Fearless as we talk more about my concerns for the Church and what it means to have a faith centered on a foundational understanding that our God is a Holy God who deserves our love, honor, respect and, yes, even our fear. Scripture · Isaiah 6:5
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| 23 Aug 2022 | Jane Graham on Life, Faith, Motherhood and Family - Encore | 00:45:27 | |
Welcome back to the ‘Summer Encore’ series of Fearless! This week we’re returning to an episode with someone who is one of the greatest influences in my life, someone I want everyone to know, and that’s my mom, Jane Graham. Over the years, so many people have asked questions about my mom. Though she’s Franklin Graham’s wife and Billy Graham’s daughter-in-law, my mother isn’t really one for the spotlight. Her ministry has always been more private and behind the scenes, taking care of our family and serving those around her in our community. I’m so excited that I get to share a little bit of her with you this week. We’re going to talk about her early life, how she met my dad in Montreat, NC, the influence of my grandmother Ruth Bell Graham, her faith, being in ministry and the challenges and joys of motherhood and marriage. I hope that you’re inspired and encouraged as you listen my conversation with my mom. It’s an episode that you’re not going to want to miss. Scripture Referenced Websites: Social Media | |||
| 06 Sep 2022 | Summer Has Ended--A Fresh Focus and a Brand New Fall Series | 00:20:19 | |
Fearless is back from its summer break, and in this new episode I share with you something that God continually laid on my heart throughout the summer. While serving with Samaritan’s Purse and the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association, I was reminded of one thing—the importance of keeping our eyes focused on the cross—especially as we face opposition in our culture or challenges in life. I’m also excited to tell you a little bit about a new series of Fearless episodes I’ll be launching this fall. My family and I had a summer full of adventure, service and ministry and I look forward to telling you about it in this episode. Scripture Referenced · 1 Peter 1:6-7 Going Farther · Billy Graham Evangelistic Association – https://billygraham.org/
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| 20 Sep 2022 | Has the Church Become too Much Show and not Enough Truth? | 00:26:55 | |
I have noticed many red flags in a number of churches today. What should the church actually look like? During the first episode of our fall series, “The Elephant in the Room,” I identify some of the issues I’ve seen inside churches today and what I believe to be the church’s greatest stumbling block. | |||
| 12 Oct 2022 | Returning Home After Devastating Hurricane Ian | 00:21:29 | |
My family and I have called Fort Myers home for more than a decade. Although we evacuated ahead of Hurricane Ian, the devastating effects from the storm are very personal to us, as many of our friends, neighbors and family have suffered damage and loss. Today on Fearless, I am sharing a bit of the personal side of what I have experienced first-hand after Hurricane Ian and how Samaritan’s Purse and the Billy Graham Rapid Response Team are serving in my hometown. | |||
| 18 Oct 2022 | Alcohol within the Church | 00:34:04 | |
Is drinking alcohol beneficial or is it a stumbling block to the believer? In recent years, there’s been a greater acceptance of drinking within the church.
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| 25 Oct 2022 | Halloween—Do Christians Ruin All the Fun? | 00:08:51 | |
Today, I’m talking about the topic I usually get the most pushback from on social media – Halloween. Although Halloween typically brings around candy and costumes, it can raise many questions for Christians. Should we allow our kids to dress up? Should we hand out candy? On this episode of Fearless, I share my family’s perspective—and what my grandmother, Ruth Bell Graham, thought about the holiday.
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| 01 Nov 2022 | How Can You Find a Healthy Balance in Politics This Year? | 00:36:43 | |
Politics can be a divisive subject. Out of fear, some pastors completely avoid the topic from their pulpits. On this episode of “The Elephant in the Room” series, I discuss how a church can find a healthy balance of discussing political issues without forsaking the Gospel. I have a conversation with Gary Hamrick, pastor of Cornerstone Chapel in Leesburg, Virginia, who found himself in the middle of the cultural and political battle without going to look for it. The battle showed up at his front door. He’s an example of a godly man who’s stood up and fought for truth, without worrying about what the consequences might be. I hope this conversation encourages you to stand for truth—and exercise your freedom to vote.
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| 15 Nov 2022 | Why Have We Accepted Cohabitation As The New Normal? | 00:31:35 | |
Cohabitation has become the new normal--even inside the church. Think about it, how many people do you know that out of convenience or any other reason have lived together before marriage? We’ve become so desensitized that we may not even recognize it as an issue at first. How harmful can it be to stay in the same room over the holidays or on a weekend trip? On this episode of “The Elephant in the Room” series, I’m discussing how culture has infiltrated the church to make us believe that cohabitation—and sex outside of marriage—has become morally acceptable. For more resources and additional episodes visit cissiegrahamlynch.com.
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| 06 Dec 2022 | Do You Believe in Santa? | 00:21:06 | |
Growing up, Santa was never a debate in my family. On this episode, I talk about why we chose to “believe” in Santa—and why we still do.
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| 20 Dec 2022 | I LOST A BET: And 9 Months Later, Here’s the Rest of the Story | 00:24:38 | |
If you’ve been following me on social media, you may have seen that I posted a video about losing a bet and getting pregnant. As Paul Harvey famously said, “and here’s the rest of the story.” | |||
| 21 Feb 2023 | It's Not If You Are Able, But, Are You Available? | 00:22:27 | |
Do you ever feel inadequate for the task God has put before you? Today, on the first new Fearless episode of 2023, I’m sharing struggles I’ve faced and I want to remind you what's important: It's not who you are, but it's who you belong to. Your calling isn’t about whether you are able, but it's rather, are you available?
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| 07 Mar 2023 | Racial Reconciliation – Are we having the right conversations? | 00:54:35 | |
The topic of race has escalated in the last few years and seems to have permeated every aspect of our society. Race and racial reconciliation is a topic some like to discuss and a topic some would like to ignore—but we in the church cannot ignore it. We need to ask how should we as the church be talking about racism and racial reconciliation? I’ve brought in Monique Duson, co-founder of the Biblical Center for Unity, who has spent the last few years addressing the dangers of CRT and helping Christians discuss these issues with a biblical worldview. She’s joining me to help us to know what conversations we should be having, what red flags to watch for in the church, and what’s at the heart of this issue. Through The Elephant in the Room series, we’ve been looking at topics many churches are missing. While many churches are having the conversation about race and racial reconciliation, they are looking to the world for answers and not to Scripture. I hope this conversation with Monique encourages you to not be afraid to have difficult conversations and to look to the Bible as the source for truth. For more resources and additional episodes visit cissiegrahamlynch.com.
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| 21 Mar 2023 | “Love your neighbor” isn’t an excuse to be silent | 00:37:49 | |
Love has become the greatest stumbling block to many Christians, because we have used “love our neighbors as ourselves” as an excuse not to share the Gospel. This applies particularly towards the LGBT community.
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| 04 Apr 2023 | Therapy within the church—Are we seeking godly counsel? | 00:49:25 | |
Is seeking a therapist a new fad? There are seasons in life where we need to seek godly counsel to help us navigate through the trauma and challenges of life. However, I’ve seen a trend of people seeking therapy with no end goal; and sometimes even treating their therapist as a paid-for best friend.
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| 18 Apr 2023 | Confronting the Chaos Caused by the Transgender Agenda | 00:33:32 | |
When culture denies reality, chaos and confusion are at large. And that’s what we are seeing today with the transgender ideology that’s getting pushed into all aspects of society—from drag queen story time, to spokespeople for major brands, to the havoc it’s wreaking in athletics. It’s an agenda that’s affecting our children and families, and even permeating into decisions and guidance from government and medical professionals. | |||
| 02 May 2023 | Be Careful Little Eyes—The Dangers of our Screen Time | 00:30:49 | |
We warn our kids to always be careful about what they’re looking at, what they do, and how they behave. But how do we as parents navigate that when it comes to our own screen time – not only what we’re watching but how much time we’re spending watching it?
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| 16 May 2023 | Is Our Compromising Culture Keeping Us From a Day of Rest? | 00:23:07 | |
Between prepping for the week ahead, getting last-minute chores done, your job and your kids’ sports schedules, keeping a true day of rest every week can be hard. And how important is it, really?
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| 30 May 2023 | Living Life By the Gaze Strategy | 00:48:09 | |
We’re living in a world of chaos full of global unrest, cultural turbulence and personal suffering. Often, we are more focused on our traumas and challenges than we are on the hope of Heaven. So, how do we change that? My dad taught me the “gaze strategy” when I was learning to drive. But we can apply it to every area of our lives. If we focus on the Cross of Jesus Christ, we can shift our perspective from the here and now to the eternal. I recently spoke at Calvary Albuquerque’s Spring Gathering and the theme was “A Better Day.” I hope you are encouraged by this message that reminds you we all go through difficult times and our foundation directs how we’ll deal with those struggles. For more resources and additional episodes visit http://cissiegrahamlynch.com. | |||
| 07 Jun 2023 | Pride Month—How Should We Respond? | 00:38:14 | |
June brings out all the true colors of corporate America as companies pander to the LGBTQ community in honor of “Pride Month.” You can’t go shopping or open social media without seeing rainbows and the LGBTQ flag displayed on everything from clothes to food. But what exactly is Pride Month? Where did it start? And how are Christians supposed to respond to this celebration that goes against our beliefs?
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| 27 Jun 2023 | A Cultural Hurricane – Can Your Foundation Stand Through the Storm? | 00:30:42 | |
People often ask what the secret to the Graham family is. Spoiler alert: There is no secret. The home that my grandparents built – where my dad was raised – has a strong foundation, but it was far from perfect. | |||
| 11 Jul 2023 | Has the Church Become too Much Show and Not Enough Truth? - Encore | 00:28:06 | |
So often, we try to cram everything possible into the short weeks of summer. Our schedules fill up with the busyness of life. But, I wanted to take some time to reshare a few of my Fearless episodes from the “Elephant in the Room” series so that we can keep our focus on some important topics facing the church today. | |||
| 25 Jul 2023 | Alcohol within the Church - Encore | 00:34:45 | |
This summer I’m sharing some of your favorite episodes from “The Elephant in the Room” series. Many of you reached out when I first released the episode on alcohol. I heard over and over how thankful you were to have a discussion on this controversial topic because many churches refuse to address it – and in recent years there has been a greater acceptance of drinking in the church. | |||
| 08 Aug 2023 | Why Have We Accepted Cohabitation As The New Normal? - Encore | 00:32:24 | |
Many families will soon be heading on their last vacation of the summer. How will you respond if your children show up wanting to stay with their significant other? | |||
| 22 Aug 2023 | Therapy within the church—Are we seeking godly counsel? - Encore | 00:49:58 | |
Have you ever had someone tell you that you should see a therapist? It seems today, there is an overwhelming reliance on therapists both inside and outside of the church. As Christians, are we seeking godly counsel when we face trials, or are we looking for worldly solutions? | |||
| 05 Sep 2023 | Lessons we learned on and off the football field | 00:56:26 | |
Would you let your son play football? How do you respond to kids’ sports games and practices being on Sundays? These are some of the questions I get asked by people all the time about kids in sports. Today, my husband Corey is joining me on Fearless to answer these questions and give his “insider” perspective on college and professional football and his personal point of view from one of the greatest football plays of all-time. And we’re also taking a look at how culture affects the choices we make when it comes to our kids and their sports and activities. | |||
| 19 Sep 2023 | Confusion in the classroom: What should parents do? | 00:24:39 | |
In today’s world, we can never be too sure of what our kids are going to face. Whether your kids go to private school or public school, parents need to be involved in what their kids are learning and who is influencing them—now more than ever before as society tries to decide what’s best for them. Parents have to stay vigilant. Today on Fearless, I’m sharing what questions you should be asking and practical things you can do to protect your children against the culture wars inside their schools. | |||
| 03 Oct 2023 | Anti-Purity Culture: Was the Church Wrong & When to Talk to Our Kids About Sex | 00:26:34 | |
Do you know about the anti-purity movement that’s going against the church-based campaigns of the 1990s that encouraged young people to wait until marriage to have sex? Was the Church wrong in how it handled this message? When should we talk to our kids about sex? To be honest, this is a topic that the church seems to have done a 180 on since the time of the free love movement and sexual revolution of the 60’s and 70’s. As a parent, this is one of many questions I’m asking as I approach a new stage of life with my kids. And I’ll admit that I don’t have the answer. But today, I’m discussing the root problem of so many issues we see today – from LGBT to pro-life issues, to drag queens and gender ideology – sex outside of marriage and a rejection of the biblical standard for sex. | |||
| 10 Oct 2023 | War in Israel: Why is This Important and How do We Respond? | 00:29:25 | |
Israel’s 9/11 happened this weekend and they are at war. The photos and videos are horrific, and it has been an emotional few days reading the stories coming out of Israel. This attack against Israel is the most deadly since the Holocaust. Pastor Gary Hamrick from Cornerstone Chapel in Virginia is joining me today to discuss some questions many have been asking: is Biblical prophecy being fulfilled before our eyes; why does antisemitism continue to rise; how do we respond; and, much more. For more resources and additional episodes visit https://cissiegrahamlynch.com. | |||
| 17 Oct 2023 | War in The Holy Land: Hard Questions, Simple Answers | 00:37:03 | |
What’s going on in the Middle East is complicated. Why is it important? What’s the history? Why do we need to stand with Israel? It’s critical to everyone to know what’s happening and how it impacts us. Once we understand God’s plan for Israel, the major events taking place now start to make sense and we can see how religious culture, politics, and Biblical history all align. Pastor Skip Heitzig joins the #FearlessPodcast to explain this in a simple way that we can all understand. For more resources and additional episodes visit https://cissiegrahamlynch.com. | |||
| 31 Oct 2023 | Is War in Our Future? What’s Happening on the World Stage and Should Parents be Concerned | 00:36:23 | |
The world seems to be in a state of chaos and rapidly changing. As a parent, I haven’t been able to keep the images of the attacks on Israel out of my mind. When we see the turmoil happening in Israel, Ukraine, and right here in America, it’s easy to get caught up in worry about the future. What do Americans need to know about these crises and how do we talk to our kids about war? What’s the cost of preserving our future? These are questions my brother, Edward, a 16-year military combat veteran and COO of Samaritan’s Purse, is joining me to discuss on the #FearlessPodcast. “Only two defining forces have ever offered to die for you, Jesus Christ and the American Soldier. One died for your soul; the other for your freedom.” For more resources and additional episodes visit https://cissiegrahamlynch.com. | |||
| 14 Nov 2023 | When the World is Watching, Do You Bite Your Tongue or Use Your Words to Burn it Down? | 00:22:37 | |
This summer I saw my kids struggle to control their tongues; they were frustrated with each other and their tone with each other was just ugly. And I know they learned it from me. I realize we don’t always get it right – I know this true for me and there have been many times where I’ve had to bite my tongue when I get frustrated, offended, or when others are rude. With everything that has happened since 2020, it seems that people are quick to be more angry, more upset, and more sensitive. It can be shocking when you hear the language and hate that some people spew. So, how should we react when we hear hateful, crude, and offensive language and words from others? I’ve recently been working on this in my own home with my kids and husband and I encourage you to listen to this episode of the #FearlessPodcast to hear more about why this is important. For more resources and additional episodes visit https://cissiegrahamlynch.com. | |||
| 29 Nov 2023 | Should Christians be Scared of This Changing World? | 00:18:49 | |
The first time I traveled to Rome was with my dad when I was 19—the beginning of that trip changed my life and my relationship with my dad. Rome has since become my favorite city to visit because of my memories with him.
I was recently back in Rome with my dad. Before his Noi Festival, I sat down with him to talk about the importance of being in Rome and why it holds special memories for both of us. We also talked about what’s happening in the world today and how Christians should respond to the chaos around us.
Listen to the latest episode of the #FearlessPodcast to hear how Samaritan’s Purse and the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association are responding around the world and where we can look to find hope and peace despite living in times of uncertainty. Want to know Jesus? Visit PeaceWithGod.net/Fearless or call 855-255-PRAY. For more resources and additional episodes visit https://cissiegrahamlynch.com. | |||
| 13 Dec 2023 | Don’t Rush Through Christmas—4 Lessons to Help Refocus | 00:43:37 | |
The Christmas season is a time full of never ending to-do lists. It’s so busy, that we often rush from one thing to the next without taking in the importance of Christmas. But, I don't want to rush by the Christmas season. I love the traditions. I love the excitement I don't want that sense of panic that we got to get it all done. This time of year, my thoughts often go to Mary, Jesus’s mother. Can you imagine what she must have been going through before Jesus’ birth? And yet, she knew the faithfulness of God and her response was to praise Him. I believe that we can learn from her response four earthly lessons that reflect our eternal disciplines – she submitted, she served, she suffered, and she sang. If we take a look at Mary and use her example to frame our busyness, we too can magnify God through our songs of praise all year long. This year, don’t rush by the Nativity; don’t rush by Mary; and don’t rush by Jesus. Instead, take time to reflect on the gifts we have and enjoy this Christmastime. For more resources and additional episodes visit https://cissiegrahamlynch.com. | |||
| 16 Jan 2024 | Already Feeling Behind? 5 Thoughts That Will Encourage You | 00:22:40 | |
2024 just kicked off a few days ago, but I already feel behind. Maybe you feel that way, too. Sometimes setting goals and making plans at the beginning of the year can seem overwhelming. Personally, looking at big-picture, long-term missions help me stay focused on what’s truly important. So today, I'm sharing five prayers God has put on my heart to focus on with my husband and kids. I hope you'll find encouragement to take this year at your own pace and depend on the One who is in control of all of our days. | |||
| 30 Jan 2024 | Parents are Not Miracle Workers—Knowing Your End Goal and Facing Tough Questions | 00:19:41 | |
What is your end goal with your kids? Having a good relationship with our kids is important, but too often, we see parents’ compromise truth and God’s standards to accomplish that goal. If you’ve followed me for a while, you’ve probably heard me say that our kitchen table is our greatest mission field. Some of the toughest questions we’ll face as parents will come from our children who are seeing confusing and contradicting messages in the world around them. We need to be prepared to have hard conversations, so our kids will still want to come to us when they’re grown. But, we have to build their trust now and that comes through sharing the Truth in love. How will you respond when your kids are asking tough questions? For more resources and additional episodes visit https://cissiegrahamlynch.com. | |||
| 08 Feb 2024 | Who Are You Following to the Ballot Box? | 00:19:48 | |
Love it or hate it, Taylor Swift has been everywhere lately. Whether on the news or on social media, NFL games or the GRAMMYs. One mention really stuck out to me—when an article came out saying she could determine this year’s presidential election. It’s a scary thought to think of a Taylor Swift influenced election. But, in 2024 that’s where we are. Whether you are talking about people on the left or the right, people have become sheep—not thinking for themselves and following the crowd. Who are you following when you make decisions in your life? If you answered Taylor Swift, any social media influencer, or even your favorite news commentator, it’s time to make a change. We, as a society, are too smart for that. | |||
| 13 Feb 2024 | War in Israel Continues: Can Supernatural Hate be Overcome? | 00:29:43 | |
What’s going on in Israel today? The war in Israel has faded from the news, but the people who live there are still in the middle of a conflict that seems to have no end. I recently visited Israel with Samaritan’s Purse and sat down with a good friend of mine who lives there. Samuel Smadja is a Messianic Jew who took time to explain how the Israeli people are doing and what it’s like to be in Israel during a time like this. The Middle East and Israel can be very complicated and I hope you’ll be encouraged to learn more about what’s going on and to pray, as Samuel said to “pray for the peace between the God of Israel and the people of Jerusalem.” | |||
| 27 Feb 2024 | God, Miracles & Harry Potter | 00:35:46 | |
Did you know that the story of Jesus’ life is used as the basis for many Hollywood movies? Today on the #FearlessPodcast, I’ve invited Frank Turek to share some of the questions he’s heard from students on college campuses and how parents can help our kids understand and defend their faith before they even reach college. Frank will also talk about four questions that prove Christianity is true. And he’s also going to tell us about how one very popular movie can be used as an example when you are talking to your kids about faith. | |||
| 12 Mar 2024 | The Lies of I’s—Turn “I Deserve” into “How to Serve” | 00:17:07 | |
How often do you hear yourself saying “I”? I want. I need. I wish. We have these “Lies of I’s” – lies we tell ourselves that culture tells us are a truth. My husband I were having a discussion the other day and I heard myself saying, “I deserve.” That’s a phrase I don’t even let my kids use, and here I was disagreeing with Corey saying, “I deserve better.” We seem to live in a world and society that is full of entitlement. We have the participation trophy generation that was always told they couldn’t lose and the social media natives that are constantly comparing people’s perfectly curated lives to their own. How do we teach our kids to overcome this attitude and that life isn’t always fair? Listen to the latest episode of the #FearlessPodcast where I look at the root of the problem and 4 ways we can have conversations with our children about serving and not deserving.
For more resources and additional episodes visit https://cissiegrahamlynch.com. | |||
| 26 Mar 2024 | The Lies of I’s—Do I believe the lie that “I Am Enough?” | 00:11:23 | |
“I Am Enough.” This “Lies of I’s” is one that we see everywhere—on t-shirts, coffee cups, and it’s even the title of a children’s book. It’s meant as an encouragement – especially in this world of comparison. But what really happens when we follow this advice and rely solely on ourselves? And, how can we teach our children to find strength through faith instead of how the world defines? | |||
| 09 Apr 2024 | The Lies of I’s—When “I Want” Becomes “I Need” (Ep. 121) | 00:20:17 | |
How often do you find yourself saying, “I need;” confusing a want or desire with something that really is not essential? We live in a world that’s both consumed and fed by the social media algorithm showing all the beautiful things others have and places they go. It makes us think: I need new shoes. I need caffeine. I need to make more money. So, what happens when we don’t find contentment in what we have? What happens when our dissatisfaction grows? | |||
| 23 Apr 2024 | The Lies of I’s—Seeking Godly Wisdom instead of Selfish Ambition (Ep. 122) | 00:19:23 | |
We live in a society that tells us that selfishness and self-centeredness are okay so that we can be happy, successful, and feel important. But, the world is full of foolish, evil, and demonic wisdom. | |||
| 08 May 2024 | Pastor Greg Laurie: Antisemitism on College Campuses, Israel & End Times | 00:35:08 | |
Antisemitism is on the rise. Seeing protests on university campuses across the U.S. and growing violence against Jewish people around the world is not only shocking, but it’s a reminder that God’s people will be persecuted because of our allegiance to Him (Matthew 10). It has been just over seven decades since the Holocaust, and the growing Jewish-hate is eerily similar to what happened leading up to the Hitler’s “Final Solution.” As Christians, this shouldn’t come as a surprise, yet many pastors are not standing with Israel and teaching their congregations about why Israel is so important. | |||
| 21 May 2024 | Mormonism vs Christianity: Do You Know the Difference? | 00:40:58 | |
Do you know who are you following on social media? There's a growing trend of Mormon influencers on many platforms - especially Instagram. Their family values, conservative dress and love for family is inspiring. Many people might actually think the Church of Latter Day Saints is a different denomination of Christianity because they believe in Jesus. But sometimes we see people that seem to have similar values and beliefs only to find out their backgrounds are actually much different than what meets the eye. | |||
| 04 Jun 2024 | Pride Month: How to Love Without Compromising? | 00:22:45 | |
Chaos and confusion are all around us. June is a month filled with rainbows and Pride parades and messages that “love is love.” We live in a time when we see a growing hatred towards Christians and a biblical worldview. These attacks and confusion are especially strong during “Pride Month.” | |||
| 18 Jun 2024 | Growing up as a Graham, Accepting Your Calling and Leaving a Powerful Legacy – with Franklin Graham | 00:54:12 | |
What do you want your legacy to be? For the past five years, I’ve shared about what it means to live fearlessly for your faith in a world that wants to destroy Biblical values. I’ve been able to do this because of the godly legacy that my grandparents and parents have passed down – that God is faithful to those who never compromise the Gospel. | |||
| 02 Jul 2024 | Summer Encore Series: Celebrate True Freedom This Fourth of July | 00:25:26 | |
“Only two defining forces have ever offered to die for you. Jesus Christ and the American Soldier. One died for your soul; the other for your freedom.” This quote hangs outside the Samaritan’s Lodge in Alaska where my family and I are serving with Samaritan’s Purse this month with Operation Heal Our Patriots. | |||
| 09 Jul 2024 | Summer Encore Series: A Cultural Hurricane – Can Your Foundation Stand Through the Storm? | 00:30:42 | |
Can your home withstand the storms that we are facing today? The Fearless “Summer Encore Series” – some of your favorite past episodes – continues today with a look back at a special episode I recorded at the home of my grandparents, Billy & Ruth Graham. The bedrock of my family started with my grandparents – and they instilled God’s Word into every one of their children and grandchildren so that when we face cultural wars we can stand on a firm foundation rooted in Scripture. | |||
| 17 Jul 2024 | Political Violence: How to Pray for Our Nation | 00:07:32 | |
How do we pray for our nation in wake of political violence? This week we saw political division take a drastic and alarming turn when there was an assassination attempt on former President Trump at a campaign rally in Pennsylvania. We have seen leaders on both sides of the aisle condemn this abhorrent act. Now, many people are asking where we go from here? My dad, Franklin Graham, joins me as we ask the questions: What issues should we be concerned about as we are watching this election cycle; how should Christians respond in times like these; and, how should we be praying. | |||
| 23 Jul 2024 | Summer Encore Series: How Can You Find a Healthy Balance in Politics This Year? | 00:36:43 | |
This summer I am re-releasing some of your favorite past episodes. On today’s episode, I’m sharing a conversation with Pastor Gary Hamrick, pastor of Cornerstone Chapel in Leesburg, Virginia, where we discuss the importance of engaging in politics. I know many Christians struggle with this, and many non-Christians take the stance of separation of church and state. But we need to stand boldly to protect our religious freedom – and we need to know who is representing us and what their values are at every level from local to state to national elections. I encourage you to listen to this message and share it with those who might also be encouraged by it. This episode was originally recorded ahead of the 2022 midterm elections, but the message is still relevant today. For more resources and additional episodes visit https://cissiegrahamlynch.com. | |||
| 30 Jul 2024 | Summer Encore Series: War in Israel: Why is this important and how do we respond? | 00:29:25 | |
This summer I am re-releasing some of your favorite past episodes. It’s been nearly 300 days since the Hamas attack on Israel on Oct. 7, 2023. Yet the war in Israel is still ongoing and more than 100 people are still being held hostage. The Oct. 7 attack against Israel is the most deadly since the Holocaust. Pastor Gary Hamrick from Cornerstone Chapel in Virginia joined me to on #Fearless discuss some questions many have asked about the conflict: is Biblical prophecy being fulfilled before our eyes; why does antisemitism continue to rise; how do we respond; and, much more. | |||
| 06 Aug 2024 | Summer Encore Episode: War in The Holy Land: Hard Questions, Simple Answers | 00:37:03 | |
This summer I am re-releasing some of your favorite past episodes.With the threat of retaliation from Iran putting the war in Israel back in the news, this important episode with Pastor Skip Heitzig breaks down the issues simply in a way everyone can understand. | |||
| 13 Aug 2024 | Summer Encore Series—War in Israel Continues: Can Supernatural Hate be Overcome? | 00:29:43 | |
Today, I’m continuing the summer encore series – re-releases of some of your favorite past episodes – with a special podcast that was recorded in Israel. | |||
| 20 Aug 2024 | Summer Encore Series—Pastor Greg Laurie: Antisemitism on College Campuses, Israel & End Times | 00:35:08 | |
Many colleges and universities across the country are welcoming students back this week. But what will students learn and experience during the upcoming semester? On the last Summer Encore Series episode – re-releases of some of your favorite past episodes – Pastor Greg Laurie joins the #FearlessPodcast to discuss the ongoing war in Israel, antisemitism on college campuses, and what the Bible says about end times. He’ll also share why it’s important for everyone to simply share Jesus. | |||
| 27 Aug 2024 | Chaos, Politics, & John Wayne | 00:19:14 | |
Today kicks off a new season of Fearless – a season filled with the good, the bad, and the ugly of issues we are facing in the world. This summer we have seen so many crazy things happen from the Olympics and assassination attempt of former President Trump to the economic crisis and in the U.S. and wars overseas. With chaos all around us, how should Christians respond? | |||
| 10 Sep 2024 | The Battlefield Has Arrived: How Proverbs Can Prepare Us | 00:34:56 | |
As parents, we are in a battle for the souls of our children; as Christians, we are in a battle for the soul of our nation. This may sound dramatic, but every day we can see first-hand how our values are under attack – especially as we get closer to Election Day. Today, Pastor Gary Hamrick joins me for a new episode of the #FearlessPodcast to talk about how the fight is now at our front door. His church, Cornerstone Chapel is in the backyard of Washington DC, and they have seen members of their church face attacks because of their rights as parents, their belief to not embrace transgenderism, taking a stand for what’s being taught to their children, and more. | |||
| 24 Sep 2024 | People are Flawed. Candidates are Flawed. Our Vote Goes Beyond the Ballot Box. | 00:41:03 | |
We’ve all seen the chaos surrounding the elections, political parties, and candidates. It seems to get worse each and every day with no end in sight. What many don’t realize is that our vote goes beyond the halls of the White House, beyond the U.S. borders. Why do our vote and prayers matter when we go to the ballot box in November? My friend, Pam Pryor spent her entire career working in politics—she is who I go to anytime I have questions on politics, Washington, DC, or the American church—and I’ve asked her to join Fearless to talk about what’s at stake for us here and how it affects those around the world.
For more resources and additional episodes visit https://cissiegrahamlynch.com.
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| 03 Oct 2024 | My Family is Facing Another Hurricane – God Is With Us | 00:10:34 | |
Almost exactly 2 years to the day of Hurricane Ian hitting our home in Ft. Myers, Florida, we are once again living through another devastating storm. My family recently moved back to my hometown of Boone, North Carolina – just one of the communities across the Southeast where Hurricane Helene caused widespread damage. Today, I’m sharing how my husband and I are talking about Hurricane Helene with my kids and how the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association and Samaritan’s Purse are serving in the hardest-hit areas now recovering from Florida to Georgia and South Carolina, and across the mountains of North Carolina and Tennessee. | |||
| 08 Oct 2024 | Election 2024: Issues Affecting the Heart of Our Families - Grocery & Gas Economics | 00:15:36 | |
The election is just a few weeks away. If you’re like me and have been impacted by storms and life’s circumstances you may not have been paying as close attention to what’s going on with politics. But with so much at stake, we can’t afford to be uninformed or to sit on the sidelines. I recently released the Fearless Family Election Prayer Guide about the most urgent issues affecting the heart of our families. Today on the #FearlessPodcast, I’m talking about an issue we can all relate to—the economy. You don’t have to be a financial expert to know about grocery and gas economics and how the essentials are hurting our wallets. When people cut back, giving to the church suffers. Right now we are seeing the impact churches and non-profits have when disaster strikes and government can’t save us. Join me as I take a look at why this isn’t just a political issue it’s a biblical issue. And get your free copy of the Fearless Family Election Prayer Guide at FearlessVotingGuide.org. For more resources and additional episodes visit https://cissiegrahamlynch.com. | |||
| 14 Oct 2024 | Election 2024: Issues Affecting the Heart of Our Families—Loving People While Securing a Border | 00:11:34 | |
We lock the front door of our house to protect our family. If you wouldn’t let a person you don’t know walk into your home, why would you want someone who is unknown walking into the front door of our country? Immigration and national security are tough topics for many Christians. We are called to love our neighbor and take care of the widows and orphans. But we also called to submit to the governing authority. My dad has said the job of the church is to love people, but the job of the government is to provide careful security for its citizens. This is another issue that is not just political, but it’s Biblical. Today on the #FearlessPodcast, I’m taking a look at what the Bible says about immigration and national security – one of the 8 topics our families are facing which are covered in my Election Prayer Guide. You can get your free copy of the Fearless Family Election Prayer Guide at FearlessVotingGuide.org. | |||
| 16 Oct 2024 | Election 2024: Issues Affecting the Heart of Our Families—Fighting a Culture That Celebrates Death | 00:18:03 | |
Who will preserve and protect the most vulnerable people in our society? I’ve talked about abortion on the #FearlessPodcast many times. This is one of those topics that people seem to confuse between being a personal/political issue or a Biblical one. But the Bible is very clear – Thou shall not kill. These are four simple words that have literally divided this nation and the churches within it. When Roe v. Wade was overturned in 2022, the press and social media misinformation was used to scare women. Yet, this “right” has not been taken away and it’s not the only option. | |||
| 18 Oct 2024 | Election 2024: Issues Affecting the Heart of Our Families | To Stay or Not to Stay—The Public Education Dilemma of Christian Families (Ep. 142) | 00:43:59 | |
Today on the #FearlessPodcast, my friends Bethany and Josh Bidwell are joining me to share the battle they faced with their children in the public school system in Oregon. While Oregon is known to be a hotbed for the progressive, secular agenda, the perverse and disturbing depravity their children were exposed to solidified their decision to move them to a private school. | |||
| 21 Oct 2024 | Election 2024: Issues Affecting the Heart of Our Families | The Madness of Mutilation – The False Gender Ideology Attacking our Families | 00:21:44 | |
What would you do if your child decided to identify as a bird and thought they could fly off of the stairs? You would stop them to protect them from getting hurt. Yet today many children are being influenced to harm themselves through body mutilation and toxic, life-altering drugs because they ‘identify’ as something they are not – and parents, doctors and the government are not only complying, they are advocating for it. Before gender identity was ever a political issue, it was a Biblical issue. Genesis 1:27 says, “And God made man in His own likeness. In the likeness of God He made him. He made both male and female.” We don’t define our gender – only God can define who we are. | |||
| 23 Oct 2024 | Election 2024: Issues Affecting the Heart of Our Families | It’s Not Too Late For Freedom of Faith in Our Schools, Jobs, and The Public Square | 00:15:30 | |
Many people think we shouldn’t talk about religion and politics. But one of the most essential rights we have as Americans is the right to free exercise of religion. In fact, it was so important to the founding fathers that they included it in the first sentence of the Bill of Rights. This has been a beacon of hope to those in other countries where people are persecuted for their religion. Yet, so many in our country want to take those rights away – claiming separation of church and state. | |||
| 25 Oct 2024 | Election 2024: Issues Affecting the Heart of Our Families | Now is Our Moment – Promote Good, Lessen Evil | 00:14:40 | |
In this election process–no matter what happens in the next few weeks–our battle is not between political parties. It's the epic spiritual battle of good versus evil, truth versus lies. With the election less than two weeks away, we need to prepare ourselves and our families for what lies ahead. We have seen so much divisiveness in the last seven years and that isn’t going to change on Nov. 5. No matter who wins our focus and priorities do not change. We need to be prepared to fight for our beliefs, our children, and for the future of our country. We need to stand for truth, fight against evil, and never compromise. | |||
| 04 Nov 2024 | The Election: Don’t Be Anxious, the Battle is God’s | 00:09:33 | |
It’s hard to believe Election Day is tomorrow. No matter which side of the aisle you’re on, we can be sure there is a battle still in front of us – but the battle ahead is not ours, it’s God’s. We need to remember to trust God. We don’t know what the results of the election will be, but God does and we can trust Him with tomorrow. We do not have to live in fear or with anxious hearts; we can stand in strength because we know who holds our future. | |||
| 19 Nov 2024 | The Mistake I Made at My Wedding | 00:49:38 | |
Many years ago I had a decision to make - should I invite kids to my wedding or not? Brides can have such a vision for how they want their big day to go but do we allow this “picture perfect” dream to get in the way of showing kids the beauty of weddings and marriage? Bigger than this one day, do Christians cut children out of critical moments that can show them what we really hold dear? On today's episode I bring on a few behind-the-scenes friends to help me have a discussion about how we should “walk the talk” of what we believe as Christians. | |||
| 03 Dec 2024 | Don’t Let Yesterday’s Nostalgia Rob You of Today’s Blessings | 00:24:53 | |
Every family and community has their own traditions and our family is no different. From Christmas traditions to everyday habits, we have built things that our family holds so dear. But this year I have been really thinking about when traditions can become a distraction from our ultimate purpose - to know and be known by God. | |||
| 17 Dec 2024 | The Most Important Song of the Season | 00:35:23 | |
When you think about Christmas, what is the song that is the soundtrack for this season of your life? Maybe it’s Joy to the World, O Holy Night, or White Christmas. But have you ever thought about the very first Christmas song that was ever sung? A lot of us would probably think it's Hark! The Herald Angels Sing from Luke 2:14. But that wasn't the first Christmas song. The first Christmas song actually came nine months before that – it was Mary's song. This time of year isn’t the same for everyone. There are many who struggle with the holidays and many who may be coming out of a season of suffering. Today on Fearless, I’m taking a look at Mary’s story. I hope it is a reminder that, despite what we have going on, we are to be like Mary and praise God despite our worldly circumstances. To watch this episode visit https://cissiegrahamlynch.com/fearless-episode-149/. | |||
| 28 Jan 2025 | Apocalyptic New Year: What is Happening to Our World? | 00:18:53 | |
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| 11 Feb 2025 | Revive Me, O Lord! (Psalm 119) | 00:14:08 | |
Often in Scripture there are common threads that point us to one conclusion. If you are listening/watching today’s episode and feeling weary be encouraged: God has rest and revival for you. | |||
| 25 Feb 2025 | Angels, Demons, & Seeing the Supernatural, with Lee Strobel | 00:36:24 | |
Our culture has become increasingly obsessed with everything supernatural. From witchcraft and demons to angels and near-death experiences, it seems like our fascination with all things “otherworldly” is at an all-time high. For today’s episode of Fearless I’m joined by renowned author and journalist (and former atheist) Lee Strobel—talking through some of the most-asked questions about the reality beyond what we can see and touch. | |||
| 05 Mar 2025 | Beyond the Headlines: A Frontline Account of Ukraine’s War and Why It Matters | 00:41:10 | |
As the war in Ukraine continues, Americans remain divided on the appropriate U.S. response. Last week a meeting in the Oval Office between President Trump, Vice President Vance, and Ukrainian President Zelenskyy turned heated—taking a sensitive diplomatic discussion far too public and ending in disaster. | |||
| 11 Mar 2025 | Coping with Unimaginable Loss & Choosing Hope, with Dr. Lee Warren | 00:43:18 | |
What do we say to someone who is walking through the unimaginable—the loss of a child, a devastating diagnosis, the fallout from a natural disaster? What happens when that tragedy enters our own lives? | |||
| 13 Mar 2025 | A Viral Prayer, a Bold Mission—Inside Secretary Scott Turner’s Fight for Change | 00:23:47 | |
In this special episode of Fearless, we sit down with Secretary Scott Turner, the newly appointed Secretary of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). Broadcasting from the Billy Graham Training Center in Asheville, North Carolina, this conversation dives deep into Secretary Turner’s incredible journey—from his roots in Dallas, Texas, to his career in the NFL, and ultimately, to his calling in public service. | |||
| 08 Sep 2020 | Episode 30: Back to School | Making Decisions in a Chaotic Time | 00:25:27 | |
Each year the new school season brings a certain chaos, and this year is no different. There’s been a lot of debate over schooling methods, and many people asked about what my husband and I decided to do with our children this fall regarding the new school year and their education. Today’s podcast episode is all about navigating this chaotic back to school season. Whether you’ve chosen homeschooling, online/virtual learning, in-person classes or a hybrid of the options, I encourage you to trust God in the process and bring your concerns to Him.
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| 28 Sep 2020 | Episode 31: Indoctrination through Education | Will We Fight for Our Kids? | 00:51:26 | |
Show Notes On today’s episode of Fearless, I’ve invited my friend Todd Chasteen, Vice President of Public Policy and Corporate Counsel at Samaritan's Purse, to discuss these educational issues and help encourage you in truth as you advocate for your children. Scripture Referenced Going Farther Facebooks: | |||
| 13 Oct 2020 | Episode 32: Indoctrination Through Education | School Board Meeting Follow-Up | 00:29:33 | |
I started my last social media post with a statement: “Recognizing a group which has overcome a lot of barriers.” In our county in Florida, where my children attend school, the idea was proposed to “celebrate” LGBTQ+ History Month in schools where kids of all ages would be taught this sexual ideology. I have been talking about taking a stand for the education of our children a lot lately. Being a mom and a Christian with a public platform, I receive letters from parents all across the country who have great concern over what their kids are being taught in schools. Recently, I received a message from a grandmother of a fourth grader after a book was sent home about two boys falling in love and kissing. We have seen in Virginia schools where there have been books about LGBT in kindergarten. When this issue came to my own doorstep this week, I had to practice what I preach. Why has sexual ideology become the forefront of educational endeavors? And why would you introduce teaching something like sexuality to kindergarten-aged kids that can’t even tie their own shoes? Why do school districts want to take the place of parents? I address these questions, my experience this week at my local school board meeting, and my suggestions for how we should approach this on the #FearlessPodcast.
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| 26 Oct 2020 | Episode 33: 2 Parties, 2 Visions for America – Who Will Govern You? | 00:17:52 | |
Show Notes I’ve always been passionate about religion and politics, but I know that not everyone my age, especially Christian millennials, shares the same sentiments towards this topic. Someone even once told me that he didn’t believe Christians should have roles in politics. In this episode I want to encourage you not to look at the word ‘politics,’ but let’s look at it as ‘governance’ and who will govern over you. Right now, we have two political parties fighting over how they will govern us. 40 million evangelicals did not vote in 2016, and many said it’s because they did not love either candidate. As I hear that again this year, I want to remind you that love has never been the standard regarding who we vote for. The standard is the policies that a candidate represents and their ability to lead this country. Whether or not you love a certain candidate, as Christians and as Americans, we have been given the opportunity to vote in order to protect our families, our neighbors, and our freedoms. With the 2020 election just around the corner, this episode of the #FearlessPodcast addresses some things I want to encourage you to think about as you prepare to head to the polls. Social Media Many people are weary of the political climate as we near the 2020 election, and like 2016 when 40 million evangelicals didn’t vote, I hear the same conversations happening today. Whether or not you love a certain candidate, as Christians and as Americans, we have been given the opportunity to vote in order to protect our families, our neighbors, and our freedoms. With the 2020 election just around the corner, this episode of the #FearlessPodcast addresses some things I want to encourage you to think about as you prepare to head to the polls. Scripture Referenced
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| 04 Nov 2020 | Episode 34: Win or Lose, Trusting God with the Election Results | 00:12:52 | |
Show Notes The 2020 elections have been said to be one of the most pivotal elections of our lifetime. Many experts have even said that it is the most critical since the election of Abraham Lincoln. As I was sitting in my quiet house on the eve of Election Day, I was wondering what my message would be when we found out the results. I was reminded of 2 Chronicles 20, when Jehoshaphat turned to God – this battle is not ours, it belongs to God. No matter who wins or loses, my message, my job, and my passions will remain the same. This year hasn’t taken God by surprise. The next days and weeks might be shocking to us, yet no matter the results the sun will still rise and God will still sit on His Throne. · 2 Chronicles 20
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| 10 Nov 2020 | Episode 35: A Glimpse Inside the Life of My Favorite Veteran – An Interview with My Brother, Edward Graham | 00:41:01 | |
Show Notes November 11 is Veterans Day, a special day to remember and honor all of those who have served in our military. In light of this day, I sat down with a very special guest, my brother Edward Graham, who is a veteran himself. Edward graduated from the United States Military Academy, also known as West Point, in 2003, just two years after 9/11. He served in eight combat deployments within special operations forces, and recently left his beloved military career to serve alongside my dad, Franklin Graham, at Samaritan’s Purse. In this episode of Fearless, we talk about what Veterans Day means for those who served in the military, how Edward’s faith in Jesus Christ affected his mission, and ways that he and his fellow veterans can continue to serve the United States with the skills they’ve been given by God. Today, and every day, we are so thankful for our veterans and the sacrifices they’ve made for our country. Scripture Referenced · Matthew 14:22-33 Going Farther · Operation Heal Our Patriots -- https://www.samaritanspurse.org/what-we-do/about-operation-heal-our-patriots/ · Team Patriot -- https://www.samaritanspurse.org/our-ministry/team-patriot/ Websites: · Billy Graham Evangelistic Association -- https://billygraham.org/ · Billy Graham Radio -- https://billygraham.org/tv-and-radio/radio/ · Samaritan’s Purse -- https://samaritanspurse.org/ Facebooks: · Billy Graham Evangelistic Association Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BillyGrahamEvangelisticAssociation/ · Billy Graham Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ReverendBillyGraham/ · Billy Graham Radio Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/billygrahamradio/ | |||
| 24 Nov 2020 | Episode 36: Legacy Series - Giving Thanks and Praise | 00:26:05 | |
Show Notes After my grandfather passed away a couple of years ago, I started contemplating the legacy that he left behind. Some of the sweetest times we shared were gathered around the table as a family at his house in the mountains of North Carolina. As we head toward the end of the year and look back on 2020, I thought it was a great time to reflect on a tradition we have in our family – and a command that we are given repeatedly in God’s Word. Scripture Referenced · 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 · Philippians 4:8-9 · Isaiah 43 · Habakkuk 3:17
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| 21 Dec 2020 | Episode 37: Do Not Be Afraid – A Christmas Message | 00:24:29 | |
Show Notes Christmas is just a few days away. One tradition that I started last year with my family is a photo album – with real printed photos – of the past year. As I was looking back at the photos from 2020, I felt grateful for more time spent with my family. I know not many people will look back at 2020 the same way. But I am reminded this Christmas week, that if we know God’s Word and have confidence in it, we can be assured that the Lord is with us. Mary’s story tells us this exact same message: Nothing is impossible with God. · Daniel 11 Going Farther · Billy Graham Evangelistic Association Prayer Line – 888-388-2683, or online https://lp.billygraham.org/coronavirus-call-line/ Websites: · Billy Graham Evangelistic Association -- https://billygraham.org/ Facebook: · Billy Graham Evangelistic Association Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BillyGrahamEvangelisticAssociation/ | |||