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Is God Really Who You Think He Is with Todd Isberner & Stewards of God’s Grace with Dr. John Mabus Aug 27, 2026

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Today, on Karl and Crew, we continued our weekly theme, “Spiritual Gifts.” Todd Isberner and Dr. John Mabus joined us today. A disciple-maker, mentor, and author, Todd Isberner, explained how culture and personal disappointment can reshape our view of God, and why Scripture must remain the foundation for understanding who He truly is. Then Dr. John Mabus, the Associate Professor and Program Head of Pastoral Studies at Moody Bible Institute, unpacks 1 Peter 4:7-11 and explains how believers can stay prayerful, love earnestly, and use their gifts to glorify God in hard places. You can hear the highlights of today’s program on the Karl and Crew Showcast.

If you're looking to hear a particular segment from the show, look at the following timestamps:
Gospel Message [ 00:49 ]
Todd Isberner [ 06:25 ]
Dr. John Mabus [ 23:05 ]
Make it a Metaphor [ 40:23 ]

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Every Gift Builds the Body with Dr. Eric Redmond & The Gift of Faith with Millie Stalling Aug 26, 2026

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Today, on Karl and Crew, we continued our weekly theme, “Spiritual Gifts.” Millie Stalling and Dr. Eric Redmond joined us today. Millie Stalling, the Administrative Services & Events Manager with the Stewardship & Development team at Moody Bible Institute, shared how God has used her gift of faith through prayer and encouragement. Then Dr. Eric Redmond, the Executive Director of Moody’s Theological Seminary Center for Compelling Biblical Preaching, unpacked how spiritual gifts can be discovered through serving, affirmed by others, and used together for the growth of the church. We then turn to our listeners who took the assessment and ask, “How have you benefited from someone else’s spiritual gift?” You can hear the highlights of today’s program on the Karl and Crew Showcast.

If you're looking to hear a particular segment from the show, look at the following timestamps:
Call Segment [ 03:14 ]
Dr. Eric Redmond [ 04:42 ]
Millie Stalling [ 17:28 ]
Ally Thinks It's Funny [ 30:55 ]

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AI Tool for Discovering Your Spiritual Gifts with Dr. Drew Dickens & Meet Moody’s New President with Dr. Rick Melson Aug 25, 2026

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Today, on Karl and Crew, we continued our weekly theme, “Spiritual Gifts.” Dr. Rick Melson and Dr. Drew Dickens joined us today. Dr. Rick Melson, the New President of Moody Bible Institute, shared his heart for Moody’s future, the importance of staying anchored in Scripture, and why Spirit-led leadership is essential for lasting gospel impact. Then Dr. Drew Dickens, an AI expert, shared encouraging developments in AI, demonstrated how thoughtful prompting can turn an idea into a practical tool, and gave listeners a spiritual gifts assessment to help them identify their gifts. We then turn to our listeners who took the assessment and ask, “What did you think? What was confirmed for you? What surprised you?” You can hear the highlights of today’s program on the Karl and Crew Showcast.

If you're looking to hear a particular segment from the show, look at the following timestamps:
Drew Dickens [ 07:01 ]
Call Segment [ 26:00 ]
Dr. Rick Nelson [ 41:45 ]

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Spiritual Gifts for the Common Good with Dr. Sam Storms & Every Believer Is Gifted with Alex McFarland Aug 24, 2026

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Today on Karl and Crew, we kicked off our weekly theme, “Spiritual Gifts.” Dr. Sam Storms and Alex McFarland joined us. Dr. Sam Storms, founder and president of Enjoying God Ministries and author of “Understanding Spiritual Gifts,” explained how spiritual gifts express the Holy Spirit’s work through believers and why every Christian has a role in building up the church. Then Alex McFarland, a Christian apologist, author, evangelist, religion and culture analyst, and a national talk show host, explained why every believer is spiritually gifted and how recognizing and using those gifts helps the church function as God intended. We then turn to our listeners and ask, "If spiritual gifts are given to build up fellow followers, how are you using your gifts right now?" You can hear the highlights of today’s program on the Karl and Crew Showcast.

If you're looking to hear a particular segment from the show, look at the following timestamps:
Call Segment [ 11:04 ]
Dr. Sam Storms [ 19:55 ]
Alex McFarland [ 39:20 ]

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Passing Faith to the Next Generation with Beth Hendrick & Why Repentance Matters with Janet Parshall Aug 21, 2026

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Today, on Karl and Crew, we wrapped up our weekly theme, “The Unstoppable Gospel.” Beth Hendrick, an author, educator, speaker, and mother who is passionate about helping children and families' faith flourish, shared how parents can move beyond simply teaching biblical information and help their children develop a genuine, growing relationship with Jesus. Then Janet Parshall, the radio host of In the Market with Janet Parshall, explained why the gospel is more than simply believing in Jesus; it involves repentance, surrender, and a transformed life. We then turn to our listeners and pose the question, “What was the biggest change in your life that you couldn't do on your own but with the help of God?” You can hear the highlights of today’s program on the Karl and Crew Showcast.

If you're looking to hear a particular segment from the show, look at the following timestamp:
Call Segment [ 11:00 ]
Beth Hendrick [ 29:58 ]
Janet Parshall [ 39:05 ]

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Every Believer is a Disciple Maker with Dr. David Nelms & The Digital Mission Field with Yvonne Carlson Aug 20, 2026

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Today, on Karl and Crew, we continued our weekly theme, “The Unstoppable Gospel.” Dr. David Nelms and Yvonne Carlson joined us today. Dr. David Nelms, the Founder of The Timothy Initiative, shared how the gospel is transforming communities around the world and challenged believers to move beyond simply making converts to making disciples who make disciples. Yvonne Carlson, the Chief Technology Officer at ExploreGod, shared how digital tools are opening new doors for evangelism and creating personal connections that can lead to ongoing discipleship. We then turn to our listeners and pose the question, “Have you seen the power of God through invitation?” You can hear the highlights of today’s program on the Karl and Crew Showcast.

If you're looking to hear a particular segment from the show, look at the following timestamps:
Calls [ 10:47 ]
David Nelms [ 20:21 ]
Yvonne Carlson [34:30 ]
Make it a Metaphor [ 43:30 ]

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UFOs and God with Derrick Warfel & Training the Next Generation of Missionary Pilots with Joel Davis Aug 19, 2026

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Today, on Karl and Crew, we continued our weekly theme, “The Unstoppable Gospel.” Joel Davis, a missionary aviator, flight instructor, Moody Aviation faculty member, and YouTube channel, shared how missionary pilots are trained to combine technical skill with a heart for the gospel and how aviation opens doors to reach remote communities. Derrick Warfel, the author of UFOs and God, explored UFO sightings through a biblical lens, connecting unexplained phenomena to spiritual warfare and pointing believers back to the truth and authority of Christ. We then turn to our listeners and pose the question, “Why was the Gospel powerless in your life, and what changed that?” You can hear the highlights of today’s program on the Karl and Crew Showcast.

If you're looking to hear a particular segment from the show, look at the following timestamps:
Gospel Message [ 00:49 ]
Call segment [ 16:45 ]
Joel Davis [ 24:43 ]
Derrick Warfel [ 36:09 ]
Ally Think It’s Funny [ 46:07 ]

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Faith Built on Evidence with J. Warner Wallace & From Old to New: Listeners' Testimonies Aug 18, 2026

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Today, on Karl and Crew, we continued our weekly theme, “The Unstoppable Gospel.” J. Warner Wallace and Lana Silk joined us today. J. Warner Wallace, a cold-case homicide detective and an adjunct professor of apologetics, explained how the historical and cultural impact of Jesus points to the truth of Christianity and why evidence can deepen both faith and confidence in sharing the gospel. Then the President and Chief Executive Officer of Transform Iran, Lana Silk, shared how believers are being equipped to spread the gospel amid persecution and how God is transforming lives through courageous faith and worship. We then turn to our listeners and pose the question, “What has passed away and what has become new since you gave your life to Christ? You can hear the highlights of today’s program on the Karl and Crew Showcast.

If you're looking to hear a particular segment from the show, look at the following timestamps:
Jim Warner Wallace [ 27:18 ]
Lana Silk [ 46:38 ]
Call Segment [57:30 ]

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Using Artificial Intelligence to Practice Evangelism with Dr. Drew Dickens & Extraordinary Prayer and Spiritual Awakening with Dr. Ronnie Floyd Aug 17, 2026

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Today, on Karl and Crew, we kicked off our weekly theme, “The Unstoppable Gospel.” Dr. Drew Dickens and Dr. Ronnie Floyd joined us today. Dr. Drew Dickens, an AI expert, discussed growing concerns around rapidly advancing AI and demonstrated a tool designed to help Christians practice gospel conversations with people from different cultural and religious backgrounds. Then Dr. Ronnie Floyd, a Pastor and host of the weekly podcast “For Leaders Podcast with Ronnie Floyd,” explained why the gospel alone transforms lives and pointed to extraordinary prayer, humility, and obedience as essential to spiritual awakening. We then turn to our listeners and pose the question, “Were you ever baptized but not born again? How did God reveal it to you?” You can hear the highlights of today’s program on the Karl and Crew Showcast.

If you're looking to hear a particular segment from the show, look at the following timestamps:
Call Segment [ 00:53 ]
Dr. Drew Dickens [ 36:00 ]
Dr. Ronnie Floyd [ 48:21 ]

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Trusting God More with Susie Larson & Journaling as a Spiritual Practice with Allison Byxbe & Freedom Friday Testimony Philip Van Lear Aug 14, 2026

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Today, on Karl and Crew, we wrapped up our weekly theme, “5 Senses.” Allison Byxbe, Phillip Edward Van Lear, and Susie Larson joined us today. Allison Byxbe, the author of “Journaling as a Spiritual Practice,” explained how journaling can help us honestly process what we are feeling and become more aware of how God is working in our lives. Then Phillip Edward Van Lear, a retired professional actor, director, and presenter, shared how losing his physical sight transformed the way he understands what it means to walk by faith, not by sight. Additionally, Susie Larson, a radio talk show host and author of “Waking Up to the Goodness of God,” shared how to build resilient trust in God when answers are delayed and the outcome is still uncertain. You can hear the highlights of today’s program on the Karl and Crew Showcast.

If you're looking to hear a particular segment from the show, look at the following timestamps:
Phillip Van Lear [ 05:21 ]
Susie Larson [ 28:15 ]
Allison Byxbe [ 46:48 ]

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