Let's Talk With Mark Elfstrand

October 4th is National Bring Your Bible To School Day. Focus on the Family's Candi Cushman has details about this event. Attorney's Timothy Belz and Sam McLure share powerful stories about two cases involving Planned Parenthood. Later, best-selling author Jerry Jenkins celebrates the life, wisdom and legacy of Billy Graham from his book 'In His Own Words'.

A recent news story claimed low doses of aspirin offer no benefits for older people. Today on 'Let's Talk' Dr. John Whiffen responds to this story. Dr. Mark Caleb Smith reports on the double standard of news reporting political violence and the Kavanaugh Hearing. Later Ben Malcomson offers a true account of his rise from pee-wee football to the NFL sidelines.

The Regional Men's Conference will be a time of digging deep into God's Word. Today on 'Let's Talk', former NFL quarterback Jeff Kemp shares about the event. Kristin Wright from Open Doors USA covers the efforts in China to silence the Church. And Peter Greer reveals how your ministry can multiply its impact by cooperating, rather than competing in his book 'Rooting for Rivals'.

Modern medical science has advanced to allow for full facial reconstruction. Photographer Maggie Steber talks about a most remarkable piece on 'The Story of a Face'. Julie Roys comments on the priest abuse recent scandal and Protestant failings. Later, best selling author Dr. Kevin Leman offers parents help when the children are hurting in those tough years.

We've all been hurt by someone at some point in our lives. And it may have been even years ago. Focus on the Family counselor George Stankhe discusses how we handle the pain. Dr. Glen Deurr reviews the Israeli/Palestinian peace program. And Ann McElhinney pulls back the veil on America's most prolific serial killer from her book 'Gosnell'

The Biblical story of Joseph is a wonderful example of forgiveness. Pastor Tim Badal our Pastor of the Month offers highlights from this remarkable man in Bible history. Paige Cunningham offers a thought-provoking perspective on men getting plastic surgery. And Dr. Robert Jeffress shares 7 secrets to an extraordinary life from his book 'Choosing the Extraordinary Life'.

Cross International is an inter-denominational Christian belief and development organization assisting the poorest of the poor around the world, reaching countless souls with the love of Christ. Children in Haiti don't have the chance to attend school like children in America. On today's 'Let's Talk', it's day 2 of AM 1160 partnering with Cross International to help children have opportunity for education.

Cross International is an inter-denominational Christian belief and development organization assisting the poorest of the poor around the world, reaching countless souls with the love of Christ. Children in Haiti don't have the chance to attend school like children in America. On today's 'Let's Talk' AM 1160 partnered with Cross International to help children have opportunity for education.

Too much screen time is bad for tweens. On today's 'Let's Talk', Dave Arnold and Phil Lollar share about a new book series to help screen control. Scott Phelps discusses an upcoming event that challenges young souls to abstinence. Later Ginger Hubbard educates parents on how to deal with disrespectful kids from her book 'I Can't Believe You Just Said That'.

Jude Brett Kavanaugh's Senate Confirmation became a political charade of sorts. Attorney John Mauck reviews the proceedings with legal wisdom. The United Nations recently warned of a dangerous tipping point on climate change. Dr. Cal Beisner responds. Later, Max Lucado explains how Christians can build their lives on God's promises from his book 'Unshakable Hope'.

Religious freedom demands our vigilante protection. Jennifer Marshall from the Heritage Foundation addresses important issues on this. Is there a double standard in reporting political violence? Wheaton College Professor Amy Black comments on this and other issues. Then later A.J. Swoboda shares wisdom on why words matter in a noisy world from his book 'Redeeming How We Talk'.

9/11 was a shocking and tragic day in American history. Retired Lt. Colonel Brian Birdwell was at the Pentagon on 9/11, his body severely burned. We'll hear his story. And Chaplain Gordon Kling discusses recovering from tragedy with keys to make the world better for Christ

Tim Goeglein acted as a special assistant to U.S. President George W. Bush and was the deputy director of the White House Office of Public Liaison. Today on 'Let's Talk', Tim joins us to discuss the unnerving developments of seeming traitors within the White House. Later, Kristen Jane Anderson will be sharing the story of how her suicide attempt turned to hope. 

David A.R. White shares about the film 'God's Not Dead: A Light In Darkness'. Professor Brad Jacob offers insight into the Brett Kavanaugh hearings. And Dennis Rainey offers tips on raising kids and teens in the faith from the book 'The Art of Parenting.'.

Local pastor Jacques Jacobs shares about his youth in South Africa and the current land grab situation within the region. Tiffany Savage and Lynde Griggs introduce audiences to their organization Belle and Sparrow and its good works. Later Rod Gragg walks Mark through the history of the Bible from his book 'The Word'.

Allan Hall of Selah discusses the history of the group and an upcoming event with Bible League International. Dan Rupple takes a look at faith in Hollywood and talks about the Emmy's. Later, Dave Ripper guides us through the path of suffering we walk with Christ in his book 'The Fellowship of Suffering.'.

On today's 'Let's Talk', its the first day of a new week (after Labor Day). Mark has Dr. Alex McFarland on to talk about the upcoming Truth For A New Generation Conference. Mark Gresgton shares new studies on dealing with teen depression. And Roald Lidal provides insight into how manga can spread the good news of God's Word throughout the world. 

It's the Friday before Labor Day weekend. And Mark has some special guests today. Director Harold Cronk comes on to discuss his new film 'God Bless the Broken Road'. And Jerry Bowyer returns to cover more new topics related to the economy. Later Professor Kelly Kapic provides wisdom about faith from his book 'The God Who Gives'.

For the second hour, Mark has a conversation with Biola University professor Joanne Jung about her book 'The Lost Discipline of Conversation' and lessons Christians can learn from the Puritans. Later, Mark digs in more to recent abuse scandal rocking the Catholic Church. He also takes calls from listeners on the subject.

On today's show, Mark interviews Reverend Esau McCaulley about the upcoming Jude 3 Project event Courageous Conversations. Later, he dialogues with Grove City College professor Dr. Mark Hendrickson about the latest round of tarrifs from President Trump.