Quiet Time with Dr. Ron Sauer, a podcast by Moody Global Media
Recent Episodes
June 30, 2026
The Great Commission Is More Than Making Converts
Christians often face fear when sharing their faith. How can we overcome this fear, and what does biblical evangelism actually look like?
In this episode of Quiet Time, Dr. Sauer and Sullivan discuss the Great Commission, the role of personal testimony, and why dependence on God matters more than pressure, guilt, or perfect preparation. Dr. Sauer offers encouragement for anyone who wants to faithfully share Christ and gives insight into the believer’s call to evangelism.
June 23, 2026
Why Christians Must Take Care Of Their Bodies
What role should exercise play in the Christian life? In this episode of Quiet Time, Dr. Ron Sauer and co-host Sullivan Williams explore the connection between physical health, spiritual discipline, perseverance in ministry, and biblical stewardship of the body. Dr. Sauer draws from decades of personal experience, military training, and Scripture to discuss why exercise has real value for the Christian life.
If you are seeking to better understand the relationship between physical and spiritual growth, this conversation offers practical encouragement to start where you are and keep moving forward.
June 16, 2026
How to Know You're Marrying the Right Person: Christian Engagement Advice
How do you discern who you should marry?
In this episode of Quiet Time, Dr. Sauer and Sullivan explore the often overlooked season of engagement. Drawing from decades of premarital counseling experience, Dr. Sauer discusses how to discern whether you're ready for marriage, identify serious warning signs, navigate family influence, and prepare for a lifelong covenant. Dr. Sauer offers practical biblical wisdom for building a healthy, Christ-centered marriage.
June 09, 2026
The Power of Blessing and Cursing
Scripture teaches us that our words are important, but are the blessings and curses in Scripture still relevant today?
In this week’s episode of Quiet Time, Dr. Ron Sauer and Sullivan Williams explore the biblical meaning of blessing and cursing from Genesis to the New Testament. Dr. Sauer reflects on the power of words from stories in Scripture and his ministry experience, exploring the seriousness of prayer and why obedience leads to life, blessing, and deeper fellowship with God.
June 01, 2026
What Christian Women Need to Hear Today
Whether you’re wrestling with Proverbs 31, navigating singleness or motherhood, healing from pain, or simply longing to grow closer to Jesus, learning what is true biblical womanhood can be overwhelming.
In this episode of Quiet Time, Erin Betts sits down with Sue Sauer to talk about faith, marriage, motherhood, emotional healing, and the unique ways Jesus values women. Through personal stories, Scripture, and decades of ministry experience, Sue shares wisdom on finding joy in every season of life for women.
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Dr. Ron Sauer
Dr. Sauer is a retired professor and pastor with a wealth of experience in Christian discipline and discipleship. He holds a ThM in New Testament Greek from Dallas Theological Seminary and completed his PhD in New Testament with an emphasis in Koine Greek at the University of Manchester. Dr. Sauer has been married to his wife and ministry partner, Sweet Sue, for 54 years. During his 35 years as a professor at Moody Bible Institute, Dr. Sauer and Sweet Sue discipled hundreds of students and provided premarital counseling for many couples. While at Moody, Dr. Sauer also served as an interim pastor for 19 churches in the Chicago area and recently retired as the pastor of Brynford Bible Church.
Sullivan Williams
Sullivan graduated from Moody Bible Institute in 2015 with a degree in Communication and Media Studies. Since then, he has worked as a videographer, musician, and podcast host with a passion for telling stories of faith through digital media. He currently serves as Digital Content Manager for Moody Global Media.
Quiet Time with Dr. Ron Sauer
Join discipleship expert Dr. Ron Sauer and co-host Sullivan Williams for a weekly deep-dive conversation on the essentials of Christian living. With over 40 years of practical ministry experience as a Bible college professor, local pastor, and Marine Corps combat veteran, Dr. Sauer provides a timeless perspective on what it means to love God with all of your heart, soul, mind, and strength.