Middays with Susie Larson

What would you do if you knew you could not fail? Author and speaker Ryan Leak has taken many risks and even sought out being told 'no,' and he picked up some deep insights about success along the way. His book is "[amazon text=%TITLE%&asin=0692588345]."

Susie talks with author and speaker Lisa Robertson who wrote the book "The Path of Life: Walking in the Loving Presence of God." Lisa shares some insight on how to follow God's unique paths for each of our lives.

Our memories can have a greater impact than we initially understand. When we address our memories - good and bad - it helps our spiritual formation. Author and spiritual director Casey Tygrett shares from his own life, as well as his research on the subject from his book "As I Recall."

It's so easy to become overwhelmed by our circumstances and pressure from the world around us. But what if instead of being overwhelmed and consumed by our thoughts, we were consumed by the truth of the Bible? Kay Wills Wyma shares from her book "Not The Boss of Us."

Privilege is a difficult but important topic for the Western Church today. Author Amy Julia Becker shares some of her story and what she's learned about the issue of privilege and how love can overcome. Amy Julia's book is "[amazon text=%TITLE%&asin=1631469207]."

On this Songs & Verses, listeners share what God has been teaching them and ask for prayer. Susie shares songs from her prayer and devotion time.

Do you value being seen as nice above being able to tell the truth in love? Author Sharon Hodde Miller says that niceness has become an idol in the Church today. She shares from her book "Nice: Why We Love to Be Liked and How God Calls Us to More."

Authors Rankin Wilbourne and Brian Gregor share what they've learned about finding happiness in Christ's presence from their book "The Cross Before Me: Reimagining the Way to the Good Life." Then, Pastor Robert Morris shares about stewardship from his book "Beyond Blessed: God's Perfect Plan to Overcome All Financial Stress."

For many, losing weight becomes more difficult as we age. Danna Demetre and Robyn Thompson return to share more from their plan for a thriving lifestyle from their book Eat, Live, Thrive Diet: A Lifestyle Plan to Rev Up Your Midlife Metabolism. Listen to part 1 here.

Living according to God's will is often very different from how unbelievers tend to live. Pastor and author Alex Seeley shares how God leads us to the opposite life from her book "The Opposite Life: Unlocking the Mysteries of God's Upside-Down Kingdom."

America is a nation built on a foundation of religious liberty and was founded by many who loved God above all else. Pastor and author Robert J. Morgan shares research and stories he's compiled for a future book on the role of Christianity and the Bible throughout American history.

The hustle mentality has become a tempting call for many. But while god calls us to work, it isn't supposed to be done without obedience to Him. Author Malinda Fuller shares how we can find freedom when we obey His voice from her book "Obedience Over Hustle."

Do you ever feel like an outsider? Do you wish you had more deep friendships in your life? Author Kristen Strong shares how to build connections with others and find belonging from her book "Backroads to Belonging: Unexpected Paths to Finding Your Place and Your People."

Children are a great blessing, but parenting can be challenging. Blogger and author Monica Swanson shares helpful insights on building boundaries, developing character, and more from her book "Boy Mom: What Your Son Needs Most from You."

Life in Native American reservations can be difficult - with increased rates of abuse, alcoholism, depression, and suicide. But Ron Hutchcraft and On Eagles' Wings Ministries is working to bring change through sharing the hope of Christ.