Hope@Night

Can struggles in our faith strengthen our relationship with God? Life coach Lo-Ammi Richardson shares his story of rebellion, doubt, and redemption, and scholar Matthew Korpman adds what the Bible reveals about the relationship between struggle and faith.

Dinosaurs capture our imaginations—but do they fit into the Bible’s narrative? Dr. Art Chadwick, Director of the Dinosaur Science Museum and Research Center, takes us virtually to his dig sites and unearths fascinating discoveries about these ancient creatures.

What if the world around us is a message from God? "Wild Man Dan" Quinones shows off a collection of snakes and other venomous creatures while revealing how nature, even the creatures we fear most, can teach us profound lessons about God's design and care.

Is stress impeding your mental, physical and social health? Psychologist Dr. Julián Melgosa suggests practical ways we can strengthen our mind and spirit, and shares how hope impacts our health.

Have you ever asked, "Why me?" Bethany Powell along with her parents, Kevin and Shelley who has ALS, and Ismael Facio who was shot in the head, share how they held onto faith when everything fell apart, and found purpose even in pain.

Would you die for what you believe? Dr. Joseph Kidder shares his incredible journey from facing near-death persecution in Iraq for his beliefs to becoming a professor of pastoral theology in the United States.

Can suffering bring hope and meaning? Dr. Shannon and Terry Trecartin share their journey of finding purpose after a life-altering accident, and Dr. Kessia Reyne Bennett explores how mental suffering deepened her faith and transformed her understanding of God’s purpose.

How real is Jesus, and why does it matter? Former atheist Clifford Goldstein discusses the bold claims about Jesus' divinity and resurrection, and scholar Dr. Keith Burton examines Jesus' impact across religions and history and for our lives today.

Ever wondered if you've fallen too far for grace? Jon Laolagi went from pornography filmmaker and conman to becoming a ministry leader, after our second guest, theologian-author Dr. Elizabeth Talbot, helped him understand the power of God's grace.

How do we deal with hypocrisy in the church—and in ourselves? Anthony Lewis went from disillusionment as a church leader to rebuilding his life after a shocking fall from grace, and counselor-author Nicole Parker shares her personal experience in healing from church hurt.

What causes addiction, and how can we overcome it? Joseph Washburn shares his powerful story from a traumatic, addiction-filled past to non-profit director, and addiction researcher Dr. Duane McBride delves into the science behind addiction and recovery.

Does the Bible hold keys to physical and spiritual health? Soviet Union soldier Grant Agadjanian who was given a year to live, and Dr. Helen Powell-Stoddart's diabetes patients, gained a new lease of life using principles found in the Bible and backed up by science.