Mornings with Eric and Brigitte

January 15, 2025

Hope For the Single Parent - With Elizabeth Cole

Late last year, Solo Parent, a national nonprofit dedicated to empowering single parents to raise healthy kids, partnered with the State of Florida to bring vital support to the state’s 635,000+ single-parent households. These resources became available yesterday, and VP, Elizabeth Cole, our guest today on Mornings with Eric and Brigitte is eager to help spread the word so they reach the families who need them most.

Hope For the Single Parent

If God is Good, Then Why Am I In Pain? - with Dr. Paul Copan

With the tragic loss of life and property happening in California, the problem of evil and pain is top of mind for many. On Wednesday's Mornings with Eric and Brigitte, Dr. Paul Copan will help us grapple with the honest questions you may have about God's power and his goodness.

https://www.amazon.com/Christianity-Contested-Replies-Toughest-Objections/dp/1666743259

Program Details + audio

January 14, 2025

Reflecting on Martin Luther King’s Dream with Pastor Derek Grier

January 20^th is Martin Luther King Jr Day. A day to celebrate a great American who dreamed of an even greater America where people are judged not by the color of their skin but by the content of their character. On Tuesday’s Mornings with Eric and Brigitte, Pastor Derek Grier joins us to talk about his life’s mission to helping the Church lead America to the fulfillment of King’s Dream.

https://unityweekend.com/

Apologetics Conversations Series - With Hank Kreh

Do you have questions about your faith and don’t know who to ask or how to process them? Spanish River Church is hosting an Apologetics Conversations Series where you can explore your questions about the claims of Christ. This series will explore questions like, “What Can Beauty Tell Us About God?” and “Did Christ Really Rise Again?”. On Tuesday’s Mornings with Eric and Brigitte, we’ll hear all about it with Elder Hank Kreh.

https://www.spanishriver.com/apologetics

Program Details + audio

January 13, 2025

Making Tax Planning Easier in 2025 - with Glenn Zimmerman

Monday on Mornings with Eric and Brigitte, financial expert Glenn Zimmerman joins us to talk about those seeking assistance with our tax returns and wanting that refund quickly. He will discuss how using last year's tax return as a guide can help and how to make the tax return process easier on you and your tax preparer. Also, he will mention ways to save on taxes both for this year and last year. 

https://www.frenke.com/

Presidential Transitions with Dr. Amy Black

On Monday January 20th, a new president will take the oath of office. What are the complexities of a transition of this magnitude? How can we pray for the current and upcoming administration during this time? On Monday's Mornings with Eric and Brigitte, Political Scientist and author of Honoring God in Red or Blue, Dr. Amy Black joins us for that conversation.

https://shorturl.at/StFOh

Program Details + audio

January 10, 2025

Forging Ahead in 2025 – with Cameron Arnett

Friday on Mornings with Eric and Brigitte, Cameron Arnett joins us to share some words of wisdom and encouragement that he has learned from his life’s journey as an actor, producer, and preacher. On Saturday, February 1 at FBC Fort Lauderdale, he will be speaking on his walk with God and will deliver a life-changing message on confronting adversity while standing on the Word.

Forging Ahead – Tickets or For More Info – FBC Fort Lauderdale – February 1, 2025

Setting Realistic New Year’s Resolutions in 2025 - with Joannie DeBrito

Whether we make a New Year’s resolution or not, we all have goals we’d like to achieve in 2025. Lots of folks hope to lose weight, save money, eat healthier, or book an exciting trip. The best way to achieve what we want is to make goals that are likely to be reached, instead of New Year’s resolutions that rarely get met. Friday on Mornings with Eric and Brigitte, licensed marriage and family therapist with FOTF, Joannie DeBrito discusses ways to be gracious and truthful with ourselves in setting realistic expectations.

50 Guilt Free Resolutions

Program Details + audio

January 09, 2025

Hour 1: Estate Planning 101 with Steve Kile

You may think that estate planning is only for those in a certain tax bracket. The truth is, it’s imperative that everyone have a plan. If you don’t, someone else will decide how your assets are divided. Would you like to know how to accomplish this from a biblical perspective? On Thursday’s Mornings with Eric and Brigitte, Moody Bible Institute’s Steve Kile will give us some starting points on how to accomplish this and let us know about an Estate Planning Seminar where you can get all your questions answered.

https://moody.regfox.com/estate-plan-winter-2025

Hour 2: Living with Endurance with Pastor Frank Trotta

We’re in week two of the New Year…How are your resolutions coming along? Don’t despair. On Thursday’s Mornings with Eric and Brigitte Pastor Frank Trotta of Grace Baptist Church will provide encouragement from Hebrews 12:1, “Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles. And let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us.”

gbcministry.org

Program Details + audio

January 08, 2025

Becoming New, A devotional from Warren Wiersbe

Readers and followers of the late Warren Wiersbe and those new to his work, will be spiritually encouraged by a newly released volume of his work. Dan Jacobson, grandson of the famed-writer, joins Wednesday’s Mornings with Eric and Brigitte to talk about Becoming New, a 100-day Journey of Transformation through God’s Word.

https://shorturl.at/Yd2t8

Help for Struggling Marriages.

This year marks 30 years since the founding of DivorceCare, a Christ-centered recovery program created by Church Initiative. Over the past three decades, DivorceCare has guided more than 1 million individuals worldwide through the healing process, helping them rebuild their lives after divorce or separation and find hope in Christ. (LINK). Steve Grissom, founder of Church Initiative joins Mornings with Eric and Brigitte to discuss the trends their ministry has observed over its 30-year history, how DivorceCare has evolved to address the needs of different generations and the broader societal impacts of divorce.

Program Details + audio

January 07, 2025

New Year, New Presidency - with Dr. Mark Caleb Smith

With the political election behind us, America will inaugurate Donald Trump as the 47^th President on Monday January 20^th at 12pm ET. What can we expect with this change of government and how can Christians pray for America and her leaders who will face challenges on day one? On Tuesday’s Mornings with Eric and Brigitte, Dr. Mark Caleb Smith will share some thoughts on the presidential transition.

Explore Ireland with Moody Radio this October - with Jesse Carroccio

This October you can join Brigitte Sylvestre and Moody Radio in Ireland! You can discover the historic city of Dublin, stand on the Spectacular Cliffs of Moher……. And make a special visit to the Clonmacnoise, one of the oldest and most important early Christian settlements in Europe – and even stay overnight in a medieval Castle……On Tuesday’s Mornings with Eric and Brigitte, Station manager, Jesse Carroccio will share more about this opportunity to travel with Moody! 

Program Details + audio

January 06, 2025

Bible Q & A with Dr. Michael Rydelnik

Do you have a question about the Bible, God, or the spiritual life? On Monday's Mornings with Eric and Brigitte, don't miss the Q&A by Open Line's Dr. Michael Rydelnik, who will provide practical answers straight from Scripture, drawing from his knowledge and experience as both a professor and pastor. Be sure to tune in and you may hear your question answered.

Trust Matters More Than Ever - with Dr. David Horsager

Can I trust you? With mounting international tensions, economic collapses, family divisions, and political discord, trust is in short supply. Without it, cultures deteriorate, productivity fades, and resources are wasted. Many recognize the current lack of trust, but few know how to address it. Monday on Mornings with Eric and Brigitte, Dr. David Horsager's upbringing on a farm alongside his parents and five siblings, coupled with his experience as a young leader for K-LIFE, instilled in him a deep sense of calling to inspire and uplift others through their faith journey.

Program Details + audio

January 03, 2025

Music in Counseling - with Marti Wibbels

On Friday's Mornings with Eric and Brigitte, we are privileged to have in studio licensed professional counselor, Marti Wibbels, who shares that music can counsel us in numerous ways; its benefits are immeasurable. Here are a few of them: music reminds us of God's character, kindness, and power (2 Chr 20); music offers comfort and hope (Psalm 40:3); music reminds us we're never alone: "The Lord will command His lovingkindness in the daytime; and His song will be with me in the night, a prayer to the God of my life" (Psalm 42:8).

Music in Counseling Final.pdf

Fly Through The Bible - with Colin S. Smith

Have you ever experienced that thrill of looking out the window of a plane? it all just looks so amazing from above. You think to yourself: This. Is. Stunning. That's what it's like to Fly Through the Bible. Friday on Mornings with Eric and Brigitte, Senior Pastor of The Orchard Church in Chicago takes us on a journey where we will meet five people from the Old Testament, explore five events from the life of Jesus, and discover five gifts God gives to every Christian. It will leave you marveling at how The Bible all fits together.

Is Work-Life Balance Possible? - with Julie Baumgardner

In the 1970s, the Oxford English Dictionary, coined the phrase "work-life balance." Research by the World Economic Forum found that 48% would leave a job if it prevented them from enjoying their life. On Friday's Mornings with Eric and Brigitte, Julie Baumgardner from Winshape Marriage will share how  although we can't stop the world from changing and evolving, we can be equipped for our families. 

Program Details + audio

January 02, 2025

How to Overcome Worry - with Dr. Winfred Neely

Do you struggle with worry or anxious thoughts on a regular basis? Does your mind get fixated on the same concern over and over? Do you know you should stop worrying but repeatedly fail to do so? Thursday on Mornings with Eric and Brigitte, Dr. Winfred Neely joins us to share one of our 2024 Mornings with Eric and Brigitte Book Club titles, How to Overcome Worry. Worry is one of the top issues in our world today, even among Christians, and this concise and biblical approach will offer real solutions. In His Word, God tells us to stop worrying, pray about everything, and expect His peace. This is a true promise of Scripture, and this book will help you to lay hold of it.

How to Overcome Worry

The Rested Soul - with Tessa Afshar

Thursday on Mornings with Eric and Brigitte, Tessa Afshar tells us what's it's like to be on a journey that cultivates a restless soul. “Do you feel rested and at peace? Or are you bombarded with obstacles keeping you from true soul rest? Daily life can be a grind, full of confusion and chaos. Tessa has learned many lessons from battling anxiety in her own life. The Mornings with Eric and Brigitte Book Club also read The Rested Soul: 30 Meditations to Quiet Your Heart during 2024. If you want to sign up to read with us in 2025, text the word "club" to 561-737-6035.

The Grumbler's Guide to Giving Thanks - with Dustin Crowe

Trade grumbling for gratitude and experience the joy of the Lord! On Thursday's Mornings with Eric and Brigitte, Pastor Dustin Crowe identifies the biblical foundations of thankfulness and traces how it can reshape everyday Christian living. In The Grumbler's Guide to Giving Thanks, you'll discover how gratitude is pivotal to experiencing the beauty, goodness, and hope of God, and you will find your outlook on life realigned so that you can see the hand of God in everything and want to continue giving thanks to Him.

The Grumbler's Guide to Giving Thanks - Mornings with Eric & Brigitte Book Club/November, 2024

Program Details + audio

January 01, 2025

Set Free! Paul's Letter to the Galatians - with Jamie Janosz

What would you do if an entire church congregation--about whom you cared deeply--was turning away from their faith in Christ and following false teaching? That was the case for the Apostle Paul when he wrote to the Galatians. Wednesday on Mornings with Eric and Brigitte, TITW Managing Editor, Jamie Janosz helps us realize how important our freedom in Christ really is. The January issue of Today in the Word will help us understand the importance of protecting the true Gospel from false teachers. "It is for freedom that Christ has set us free." Galatians 5:1

Set Free: Paul's Letter to the Galatians - January 2025 - TITW

Meet Haven's New President & Host - with David Wollen

David Wollen, the new President and Host for Haven Ministries joins Mornings with Eric and Brigitte on Wednesday to share how much he is looking forward to carrying on the mission of this Christ-centered ministry into a new and exciting era, all while reaching more people with the hope and light of Christ every day. Charles Morris has the privilege of passing the baton to a good friend, who has worked with him in Haven ministries for over a decade, and David has also spent several years in international missions with Far East Broadcasting Company, a sister ministry to Haven. God has uniquely positioned David Wollen with a heart to make the Haven broadcasts and his life "all about Jesus".

Passages: Offering Christian Students a Life-Changing Experience - with Mattanah DeWitt

Mattanah DeWitt, VP of Communications at Passages joins Mornings with Eric and Brigitte on Tuesday to share how their Christian organization travels with young Christians to Israel because they believe that a trip to Israel is a rite of passage for every Christian. In 2020, Mattanah completed the program as a student and volunteered to lead trips to Israel with Passages. Her passion is seeing Christian students grow in their faith and leadership through travel to Israel and, as a result, become allies and friends to the Jewish community.

Passages Israel.org

Program Details + audio