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Help More People Get Answers from Scripture
We all have questions about the Bible. Whether you're reading Scripture for the first time or have been studying it for years, there's always more to learn. Every weekend on Open Line, listeners call with questions about God's Word, and together we search the Scriptures to discover clear, biblical answers.
The Bible isn't just a book for scholars or pastors—it's God's Word for all of us. It speaks to the questions we face every day and reveals who God is, how He wants us to live, and the hope we have in Jesus Christ. That's why my goal is never simply to share my opinion, but to help listeners discover what the Bible has to say.
When you become a monthly Kitchen Table Partner, you help more people better understand God's Word and discover biblical answers to life's questions. I'd love to have you join us. — Dr. Michael Rydelnik
Why You Are Important
Somewhere this Saturday, a listener will ask a question they’ve carried for years—about a difficult passage, a hard doctrine, a doubt they’ve never spoken out loud—and hear an answer straight from Scripture. You are the reason that answer is on the air. Kitchen Table Partners are people who believe no Bible question should go unanswered. Your monthly gift keeps God’s Word open for everyone who wants to understand it.
What Is a Back Fence Partner?
Kitchen Table Partners are more than monthly donors—they're an essential part of the Open Line community. They choose a monthly gift that fits their budget, and their support continues automatically each month. No hassle. No reminders. Just faithful partnership that helps people discover what God's Word has to say about life's questions.
Your monthly partnership helps provide:
Daily Broadcasts
Reaching listeners across the country with biblical encouragement and hope.
Open Line with Dr. Michael Rydelnik Team
Supporting Michael, producers, engineers, and the team who bring every program to life.
Call-In Conversations
Creating opportunities for listeners to ask questions, share their stories, and find biblical encouragement.
Special Guests & Interviews
Offering biblical insight into everyday life, current events, and the Christian walk.
Free Podcasts & Digital Resources
Providing on-demand content that encourages listeners throughout the week.
What Does My Gift Do?
Weekly Program Production
Covers production costs for biblically-sound content that strengthens believers and reaches the lost
Digital Streaming Access
Supports technology that extends our reach globally through apps, podcasts, and online platforms
Ministry Outreach
Funds initiatives that connect listeners with resources, and helps take the gospel into the world
Every level matters. Start where you can—God will multiply your faithfulness.
Become a Kitchen Table Partner
Kitchen Table Partner Benefits
As a Kitchen Table Partner, your monthly support helps Michael provide practical answers straight from Scripture to all the questions callers have about the Bible, God, and spiritual life. Together, you help others receive guidance from God's Word.
As a Kitchen Table Partner, you’ll not only enjoy the personal satisfaction that comes with investing in a worthy cause, but you will also benefit from receiving these exclusive resources available to Kitchen Table Partners only:
- The Moody Bible Commentary: Isaiah to help you deepen your study of God’s Word.
- Bible Study Moment—a bi-weekly email and audio message from Michael.
- An exclusive Kitchen Table Partner Open Line ceramic travel mug.
- A complimentary copy of each month's featured book or resource.
- A one-year subscription to Today in the Word, Moody's daily devotional.
- Moody's annual Scripture wall calendar.
- Inspire, Moody's twice-yearly ministry magazine, and The Moody Connection monthly e-newsletter.
- Exclusive access to A Virtual Tour of Israel and A Virtual Tour of the Missionary Journeys of Paul.
- Regular updates on what God is accomplishing through your partnership.
- 50% off Moody Publishers resources — if you become a Back Fence Partner at $30 a month or more, you’ll be entitled to a 50-percent discount off the retail price on all Moody Publishers resources online for the duration of your partnership at that level or more.
This month's Back Fence Resouce
Resolve Conflict and Find Peace and Hope with Adult Children:
Strategies and Conversations That Work
by Dr. Kathy Koch
Request Your Copyor Call (866) 95-FABRY
One copy per request. Available in the U.S. and Canada. Your donation helps make this ministry possible but is not required to receive this resource.
Real Stories. Real Impact.
Every day, God uses Chris Fabry Live to encourage listeners, strengthen faith, and remind people they don't have to walk through life alone. Here are just a few stories of how this ministry is making a difference.
“More Than Giving—It’s Participation”
“When I became a partner, it changed how I saw my role. I’m not just writing a check—I’m actively participating in reaching people I’ll never meet with the gospel that changed my life. That’s powerful.”
- Jennifer M.
“My $30 Matters”
“I was hesitant at first. What difference could $30 a month really make? But when I saw the annual report showing thousands of people reached through our collective giving, I realized—together, we’re doing something I could never do alone.”
- Marcus T.
“The Best Investment I Make”
“I support several ministries, but my monthly partner commitment to Moody Radio might be the best investment I make every month. I hear the fruit constantly—testimonies, lives changed, people coming to Christ. It’s kingdom work that lasts.”
- Patricia R.
Why Monthly Partnership Matters
Most people find Moody Radio during an ordinary moment—a morning commute, a restless night, a season of doubt. They tune in and find exactly what they needed: biblical truth, spoken clearly, right when it mattered.
That moment happens because someone gave—not just once, but faithfully, month after month.
Monthly partnership is different from a one-time gift. It’s not just more convenient. It's more powerful.
When you give monthly, you give this ministry something rare: the ability to plan. To say yes to a new episode or resource. To reach a new city. To be there, without interruption, for the listener who needs truth on an ordinary day of the week.
Your gift this month funds this month’s broadcasts. Your gift next month does the same. That consistency compounds. It becomes dependable ministry momentum—the kind that sustains a voice for the gospel across years, not just moments.
Open Line is free to every listener who finds it. No subscription. No barrier between a weary heart and a conversation grounded in the Word of God.
That’s only possible because Kitchen Table Partners make it so.
When you join as a Kitchen Table Partner, you don’t just support a radio program. You become part of the reason someone, somewhere, finds what they were looking for.
You Might Be Wondering...
“Can I really make a difference with a small monthly amount?”
Absolutely. Impact isn’t about the size of individual gifts—it’s about collective consistency. When hundreds of partners give faithfully at every level, it creates something powerful. Your $10 or $30 matters more than you think, especially when multiplied by community.
“What if my financial situation changes?”
Life happens, and we completely understand. You can adjust or pause your partnership anytime—no awkward phone calls, no guilt, no complicated process. Just contact us. We want this to be a joyful partnership, not a burden.
“How do I know my money is being used well?”
Great question! Moody Radio has maintained financial integrity for 100 years. We’re committed to transparency, keeping overhead low, and maximizing every dollar for ministry impact. Audited financial statements are available upon request, and you’ll receive quarterly reports showing what your partnership accomplishes.
“Why monthly instead of one-time gifts?”
Both matter! But monthly Impact Partners create the stable foundation that allows us to plan strategically, invest in growth, and maximize kingdom impact. Consistent support means we can say “yes” to opportunities and reach further than sporadic giving allows.
“Can I give more than the suggested amounts?”
Absolutely! The suggested levels are simply starting points. Give whatever amount God lays on your heart. Every dollar goes toward advancing the gospel through Moody Radio’s ministry.
“Can I change my monthly amount later?”
Yes, anytime. Your partnership should reflect your current capacity. If you need to increase, decrease, or adjust your giving, simply contact our team.
How is my gift used?
Your monthly partnership helps keep Open Line with Dr. Michael Rydelnik on the air by supporting the people, technology, and resources behind the program. Every gift helps ensure listeners can continue finding biblical encouragement, honest conversation, and hope through God's Word.
How to Join in 3 Simple Steps
Becoming a Kitchen Table Partner Partner is easy:
- Click the button below to visit the secure Open Line with Dr. Michael Rydelnik giving page.
- Choose your monthly gift amount and enter your information.
- Submit your gift—and welcome to the Kitchen Table Partner family!
What Happens Next?
As a new Kitchen Table Partner, here's what you can expect:
- You'll receive a welcome email confirming your monthly partnership.
- Your first partner resource will arrive, along with details about your Kitchen Table Partner benefits.
- You'll hear directly from Dr. Rydelnik through his bi-weekly email and audio message and other partner communications.
- You'll stay connected with ministry updates and stories of how God is using your partnership to encourage listeners.
Tell Us Your Story! We would love to hear from you! How has this program encouraged you in your walk with Christ?
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Dr. Michael Rydelnik
Dr. Michael Rydelnik is Professor Emeritus of Jewish Studies and Bible at Moody Bible Institute, as well as the Host/Bible teacher on Moody Radio’s Open Line® with Dr. Michael Rydelnik. The son of Holocaust survivors, Michael was raised in an observant Jewish home in Brooklyn, New York. He became a follower of Jesus the Messiah as a high school student and began teaching the Bible almost immediately. He is the author of several books and is the co-editor of and contributor to The Moody Bible Commentary. Michael and his wife, Eva, live in West Michigan and have two adult sons.
Tricia McMillan
Tricia McMillan is the senior producer of Chris Fabry Live, Equipped with Chris Brooks, and Moody Radio’s Open Line® with Dr. Michael Rydelnik. She has worked at Moody Radio since 2000 on a variety of programs. She is a graduate of Moody Bible Institute and has a Master of Ministry from Moody Theological Seminary. Tricia is married to Nate, has three children and lives in the Chicago suburbs.
Open Line with Dr. Michael Rydelnik
At times, all believers have questions about the Bible, God or the spiritual life. Where can we turn when we need guidance from the God's Word? Moody Radio encourages you to bring your Bible and spiritual life questions to Open Line with Dr. Michael Rydelnik every week.
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