Janet Mefferd Today

Eric Liddell's famous refusal to run on the Sabbath during the 1924 Paris Olympics made him a hero whose life was chronicled in the Oscar-winning film, "Chariots of Fire." But what was this principled Christian really like? Duncan Hamilton talks about it and his book, "For the Glory." Plus: What are the elements of a discipleship lifestyle? Bobby Harrington will discuss his book, "The Disciple Maker's Handbook." That and more on Tuesday’s JANET MEFFERD TODAY.

Modern man worships a lot of things. But how can our worship of Jesus enlarge our intellect, our emotions and our entire lives? Thaddeus Williams joins me to discuss it and his book, "Reflect: Becoming Yourself by Mirroring the Greatest Person in History." Plus: What would you do if you could parent your child all over again? Jonathan McKee will stop by to talk about that and his book, "If I Had a Parenting Do-Over." That and more on Monday's JANET MEFFERD TODAY.

The March for Science will take place on Saturday in cities across America. But will the organizers' emphasis on climate-change deniers and Leftist politics further erode America's faith in scientific academia? Dr. Cal Beisner, founder of the Cornwall Alliance for the Stewardship of Creation, will join me to weigh in. That and more on Friday’s JANET MEFFERD TODAY.

Hundreds of pro-homosexual activists vow they'll shut down a Christian conference that gives hope to those caught in that lifestyle. Why is it happening? Anne Paulk, executive director of Restored Hope Network, joins me to talk about it. Plus: How do prepare as Christians for future threats against our faith and lives? Jake McCandless joins me to talk about it and his book, "Spiritual Prepper." That and more on Thursday’s JANET MEFFERD TODAY.

How did the Lord Jesus reveal His identity in the four gospels? And why does it matter so much? Columnist and commentator David Limbaugh joins me to talk about it and his new book, "The True Jesus: Uncovering the Divinity of Christ in the Gospels." Plus: The crazy reason there's a search for Jesus' DNA. That and more on the Wednesday edition of JANET MEFFERD TODAY.

How can a husband properly and biblically love his wife, serve her, protect her, sacrifice for her, and lead her? Robert Wolgemuth will join me to talk about it and his book: "Like the Shepherd: Leading Your Marriage with Love and Grace." Plus: What are we to make of this week's "March for Science?" We'll talk about that and more on Tuesday’s JANET MEFFERD TODAY.

Many Christians participate these days in yoga; we’re even offered classes in Christian yoga! But what is really behind this Eastern discipline? Pastor Mike Shreve once taught Hatha Yoga, and he’ll join me to explain the reasons why Christians should avoid this spiritually harmful practice. Plus: Dr. Jack Kilcrease talks about his book, “Martin Luther in his Own Words.” That and more on Monday’s JANET MEFFERD TODAY.

Did you know that what you believe about God actually changes your brain? And that our lives can change when God renews our minds with a true biblical picture of Himself? Dr. Timothy Jennings will join me and we'll talk about it and his book, "The God-Shaped Brain: How Changing Your View of God Transforms Your Life." That and more on Friday’s JANET MEFFERD TODAY.

Easter is all about the Lord Jesus Christ rising again from the grave - but what was the importance of the women who supported Jesus' ministry and were the first eyewitnesses to His resurrection? Liz Curtis Higgs will be my guest as we talk about her book, "The Women of Easter: Encounter the Savior with Mary of Bethany, Mary of Nazareth, and Mary Magdalene." That and more on Friday’s JANET MEFFERD TODAY.

Two important Second Amendment cases may become before the U.S. Supreme Court this session. What role could newly confirmed Justice Neil Gorsuch play in those decisions? I'll talk it over with Mark Walters, host of Armed American Radio. Plus: A new survey takes a look at how Americans engage with the Bible. We'll discuss that and more on Wednesday’s JANET MEFFERD TODAY.

In seeking to understand the Lord Jesus Christ. Western Christians sometimes neglect to consider that He was a Jewish man living in a Jewish land and observing Jewish customs. How can understanding the context of Jesus' life enrich ours? Pastor Robby Gallaty joins me to talk about it and his book, "The Forgotten Jesus: How Western Christians Should Follow an Eastern Rabbi." Plus, Dale Bellis, Executive Director of Liberty HealthShare discusses the latest news about the GOP's effort to repeal Obamacare. That and more on Tuesday’s JANET MEFFERD TODAY.

An activist federal appeals court is now inventing law to advance the homosexual agenda. Mat Staver, founder and chairman of Liberty Counsel, joins me to explain the bizarre and illegal reasoning over a case involving so-called "sexual orientation." Plus: Duane Miller experienced a horrific tragedy in the Canadian wilderness as a teenager. How did the Lord use it for His glory? Duane will talk about it and his book, "Survivor." That's on Monday’s JANET MEFFERD TODAY.

Is pornography really just a harmless or even a beneficial pastime? As Christians we say a resounding no. But what is some of the non-religious research saying about the destructive harm of pornography to individuals, relationships and society? Matt Fradd will join me to break it down as we discuss his bok, "The Porn Myth." That and more on Friday’s JANET MEFFERD TODAY.

College can be both exciting and stressful for the Christian student. How do you grow spiritually while on campus and deal with inevitable challenges to your faith in Christ? Jonathan Morrow, adjunct professor of apologetics at Biola University, joins me to talk about it and his book, "Welcome to College." That and more on Thursday’s JANET MEFFERD TODAY.

Moviegoers, including Christians, are flocking to see the new movie based on William Paul Young's bestselling book, "The Shack." But as heretical as "The Shack" is, Young's newest book is even worse. Dr. James DeYoung, author of "Burning Down The Shack," explains what Christians need to know about Young's belief in universal reconciliation and his latest attacks on the Christian faith. That and more on Wednesday’s JANET MEFFERD TODAY.