It’s graduation time. So many are walking the aisle and moving the tassel. Chris’ friend Eric Metaxas said something at a commencement address we want you to hear. Then give your advice. And then we’re going to Angola, Louisiana. An infamous prison is about to turn into an amazing scene of the father’s hearts turning to their children. Don’t miss a moving conversation on Friday's Chris Fabry Live!

Featured: Burl Cain, Glenn Smith, Mike Broyles, Robert Toney
Host: Chris Fabry

They’re back and they’re ready for your questions about the Bible—that’s right, it’s the return of the two Michaels, one of our most popular features on the program. And then, Moody Bible Institute professor Dr. Bryan Litfin joins Chris. He was quoted by CNN in a story about “When Christians become a ‘hated minority.’” We talk about it Thursday.

Featured: Michael Rydelnik, Michael Vanlaningham, Bryan Litfin
Host: Chris Fabry

Do you start each day with a long list of duties? If you’re a perfectionistic mom, join us for the confessions of a perfectionist. Then, it was announced that actress Angelina Jolie has undergone a radical medical procedure in her life to avoid cancer. We talk with Lynn Eib, a cancer patient advocate, and breast surgeon Dr. Christina Dial about this decision. 

Featured: Amanda Jenkins, Lynn Eib, Christina Dial
Host: Chris Fabry

How do you deal with disappointment as a parent? As a grandparent? Author and speaker Mark Gregston deals with a parent or grandparent who has been let down by the next generation. Then, it’s our May Toxic Talk Tuesday with Chris' personal toxic life coach, Andrea Fabry. We deal with issues of toxins in clothing, especially summer wear.

Featured: Mark Gregston, Andrea Fabry
Host: Chris Fabry

We’ve been talking about Big Questions on the program. How do you know the will of God? How do you choose a life-long mate? How do you end well? Chris talks about decision-making and real estate, selling and moving and everything that goes with it. How do you make that decision? Then, lessons from a famous composer—and the danger of failure.

Host: Chris Fabry

Have you, as a mom, struggled with body image or beauty after pregnancy? If you’ve tried to change your body or if you’ve dealt with eating disorders, don’t miss the conversation. Then, the sacrifice of motherhood. It’s a great way to end the week.

Featured: Emily Wierenga, LuAnne Crane
Host: Chris Fabry

You have heard the story of the women who were held in a house in Cleveland. We talk with a woman who has helped many young women come out of similar situations, Mary Frances Bowley. Is there hope for recovery? How can we recognize those in danger? Two Cleveland pastors also join us to talk about what's happening in the community. Then, we want to hear your story. Was there someone in your life who kicked down the door so you could escape? Join us for some encouragement. 

Featured: Mary Frances Bowley, Joe Abraham, Juri Ammari
Host: Chris Fabry

If I’ve heard it once, I’ve heard it a thousand times. “God’s not going to give you more than you can handle.” Ever heard that? Do you think it’s true? Wednesday, wife, mom, author and cross-cultural worker Gloria Furman joins us to admit that God has given her more than she can handle. Then, tell us your favorite memory of your mom or the life lesson that she taught you.

Featured: Gloria Furman
Host: Chris Fabry

How has your heart been moved by something artistic in church? Perhaps it was a drama, music, a painting—some artistic expression that made the truth of the Scriptures come alive. Chuck Neighbors and Curt Cloninger join us to talk about the arts in the church. Then, we talk to a recovering stoic. Gerald Peterman was a man who believed emotions were bad and Christians should always be even-keeled. Don’t miss the conversation.

Featured: Chuck Neighbors, Curt Cloninger, Gerald Peterman
Host: Chris Fabry

Monday, we have a celebration of the 5-year mark with our program and you get to blow out the candles. Has something we’ve talked about at the backyard fence hit home at a pivotal time? Then, his musical artistry is being recognized once again. Phil Keaggy stops by for a chat about God’s work in his life through his music. 

Featured: Phil Keaggy
Host: Chris Fabry

We welcome an excited producer, Tricia McMillan. In less than a month, the doctors say, there will be a new McMillan in the world. We talk about all the changes ahead for her, decisions and more. Then, Olympic Gold medalist Gabby Douglas said something Chris really resonates with—a principle from gymnastics that makes a big difference in the Christian life.

Featured: Tricia McMillan, Gabby Douglas
Host: Chris Fabry

The National Day of Prayer is here, and it’s your opportunity to join with other believers around the country. Today we gather at the Radio Backyard Fence for a prayer meeting, and you are invited. Let’s see what God will do to those who turn their hearts toward Him.

Host: Chris Fabry

The National Day of Prayer is Thursday, as well as the One Cry Prayer Summit, and on Wednesday, we lay a foundation for prayer. Why do we do it? What is the power that comes from prayer? Do we change God’s mind or does He change us through prayer? Dr. Bill Thrasher joins us. Then, we’re going to do something radical. Pray. And thank God. Join us for an hour of praise and thanksgiving.

Featured: Bob Bakke, Joe Carlson, Bill Thrasher
Host: Chris Fabry

We deal with another BIG Question. If you are single and you long for marriage, how are you supposed to do life? Don’t miss the conversation with a single professor at Moody Bible Institute. Then, we hear a love story. The lives of Joni and Ken Tada are intertwined in ministry and mission. Hear the rest of their story on Tuesday.

Featured: Brian Kammerzelt, Ken and Joni Tada
Host: Chris Fabry

Has your child ever asked, “Am I smart?” We want you to hear from Kathy Koch who has done some research that will really encourage you on the different ways your child can be smart. Then, Chris has a friend who left town, moved far away…but decided for several reasons to come home. Don’t miss Monday's conversation.

Featured: Kathy Koch
Host: Chris Fabry

A listener has been shocked with the news that at 44, she is pregnant. What would you tell this person about the upside of parenting toddlers in her mid-40s? Then, Margaret Feinberg will encourage you to toss back the covers of life and RUN toward the wonder of God and the extraordinary moments he provides in the ordinary. Live like you’re fully alive on Friday.

Featured: Margaret Feinberg
Host: Chris Fabry

We have some encouragement for those who are grieving. Pastor Jim Garlow in California lost his wife, Carol, in the past week. Miriam Neff lost her husband, Bob, seven years ago. Hear her hopeful story. Then, the best stories have a few things in common. Is your life a page-turner, or something dry and dusty? Finding God in the narrative of your life—join our conversation with Scott McClellan.

Featured: Miriam Neff, Scott McClellan
Host: Chris Fabry

The National Day of Prayer is coming up May 2. In preparation, we talk with the honorary chairman of the event, Pastor Greg Laurie. If you’ve suffered loss, if you need comfort or if you don’t believe prayer is that important, don’t miss the conversation. Then, it’s the return of the two Michaels to answer your questions about the Bible. Join us Wednesday. 

Featured: Greg Laurie, Michael Rydelnik, Michael Vanlaningham
Host: Chris Fabry

A dad from Texas sent a letter to Victoria’s Secret and it went viral. Many agree with this father’s concerns. Tuesday, the author of Unseduced and Unshaken, Dr. Rosalie de Rosset, presents a theology of modesty. Then, a story from the golfing world that will make you want to be faithful in the small things. 

Featured: Rosalie de Rosset
Host: Chris Fabry

You’ve heard the news about those responsible for the bombing in Boston. How does the follower of Jesus respond to terror? Then, we’re going to use a song by George Beverly Shea to ask an important question. Which would you rather have, Jesus or fame? Jesus or houses and land? Would you really rather have Jesus? Join our discussion.

Featured: Stephen McAlpin
Host: Chris Fabry

Friday, the president of World Vision, Rich Stearns, joins us to help you become the person you were meant to be. How? It happens, he says, when you embrace the mission you were made to fulfill. Then, a harrowing, unbelievable tale of violence and grace from Ray and Hannah Norman. Don’t miss this unforgettable story that changed their lives forever.

Featured: Richard Stearns, Ray Norman, Hannah Norman, Hélène Norman
Host: Chris Fabry

What do you remember about George Beverly Shea? Thursday, a tribute to this man who reached millions with his songs of praise to God. Then, a college English professor who was an “out” lesbian, a gay activist who excoriated those on the Christian right. She met a pastor and started asking questions, and her life is radically different. Don’t miss the story. 

Featured: Bill Gaither, Buddy Greene, Ron Hutchcraft, Cliff Barrows, Phil Shappard, Rosaria Butterfield
Host: Chris Fabry

Wednesday, we tackle two BIG questions. First question: What is God’s call for your life? Is it a job you do, a general principle, a specific task? That’s a huge question we try to answer. And then, is now a good time to buy a house? If you’re asking that question, don’t miss the conversation with mortgage veteran Dale Vermillion.

Featured: Gary Barkalow, Dale Vermillion
Host: Chris Fabry

Monday's explosions at the Boston Marathon are still fresh on everyone's minds. For some, this trauma is a trigger that takes them back to the past. Dr. James Sells offers help and hope for those who are suffering. Then, you know Martin Luther King, Jr., from his “I Have a Dream" speech. Tuesday is the 50th anniversary of the letter from a Birmingham jail. We talk with Ed Gilbreath about this letter and its greater impact. 

Featured: James Sells, Ed Gilbreath
Host: Chris Fabry

It's April 15—do you know where your tax return is? Join us for a taxing discussion that will do more than help you subtract Line 42 from Line 17 from the previous page; it will broaden your perspective on stewardship as we talk with Jim Elliott. And we take time to pray for those affected by two explosions near the finish line of the Boston Marathon. Then, he wore Number 42. He helped baseball and society break the color barrier. But Eric Metaxas says Hollywood has missed the faith story of Jackie Robinson. We talk with him. Then we spend time praying for those affected by two explosions near the finish line of the Boston Marathon with Monte Larrick, Joe Stowell and Roy Patterson.

Featured: Jim Elliott, Eric Metaxas, Monte Larrick, Joe Stowell, Roy Patterson
Host: Chris Fabry

One of the bright lights in Christian fiction, award-winning author Tessa Afshar, joins us. If you have a devastating past or if you feel like God can’t love you because you’ll never measure up, don’t miss the conversation. Then, a pediatrician who blogged about some insensitive comments regarding her pregnancy. It's a salute to big families and more on Friday.

Featured: Tessa Afshar, Kathleen Berchelmann
Host: Chris Fabry

What is the path of God’s blessing? We look at that question and we want to hear from you about the definition of the blessing of God. In Joseph’s life, God’s blessing took him through some really difficult situations. Have you defined God’s blessing and even spiritual success on a faulty premise? Are you willing to abandon your concept of what life must look like? Then, we want you to play the role of Christian College administrator and help decide the fate of an employee who made a mistake. Your decision will say a lot about your view of sin, love and grace.

Host: Chris Fabry

You know about Adam and Eve, Noah and his wife, Abraham and Sarah. But what about Hosea and Gomer? Ananias and Sapphira? Robert and Bobbie Wolgemuth give us a life-affirming look at some biblical relationships and how God can draw us together. Then, we hear who you identify with as a single or as a couple and who you want to become more like.

Featured: Robert Wolgemuth, Bobbie Wolgemuth
Host: Chris Fabry

It's time for April's Toxic Talk Tuesday. Chris' toxic life coach, Andrea Fabry, addresses the benefits of cleaning without chemicals. Is it really possible? Tell your story or ask a question. Then, there have been several recent deaths and funerals, including Annette Funicello, Margaret Thatcher, Roger Ebert and others. Dr. John Koessler discusses the truth about knowing God and facing eternity.

Featured: Andrea Fabry, John Koessler
Host: Chris Fabry

Maryam and Marziyeh were both arrested for sharing the Gospel in Iran and imprisoned in the notorious Evin prison. Hear their amazing story on Monday. Then, how do you deal with the suicide of someone you love? Pastor Rick Warren and his family experienced a loss like this over the weekend. Dr. Gary Chapman helps us deal with this type of loss and grief, as well as other relationship questions you have.

Featured: Maryam Rostampour, Marziyeh Amirizadeh, Gary Chapman
Host: Chris Fabry