Listener Shares Gratitude for AFR's Ministry and Impact on Faith and Voting
I started listening to AFR 10
years ago when I give my life to Christ.
And I learned about y' all through an electrician that was doing work at my house. Y' all have been such a blessing. I'm just so thankful for what y' all do and, you know, keep encouraging
us and teaching us how to vote.
Praise the Lord.
Celebrating Founders Day: Honoring Don and Linda Wildman's Faithful Service to American Family Radio
It's day two of Share a Thon and it's Founders Day on American Family Radio. We're honoring brother Don Wildmon and his wife Linda for their faithful obedience to the Lord in their example to us.
God doesn't require us to be successful. God requires us to be faithful.
Call now at 877-616-2396 to give or at [email protected] it's founders day on American Family. Rad.
Exploring the Word Discusses the Joy of Sharing the Gospel and the Importance of Listener Support
Welcome to exploring the Word. But this is a very special edition of Exploring the Word because we are part of the fall 2026 share a THON. Hi, Alex McFarland here along with Bert Harper. And you're listening to the American Family Radio Network. And Bert, isn't it exciting when people hear the gospel, the life changing, soul saving gospel of Jesus, and they're born again, bound for heaven, and you and I get to play a part in that happening.
Listen, God, he. He can use. If you're available, he can use you. And, that's what we're here for. Alex and I. We simply ask God use us to let people hear about Jesus. And so we have this responsibility. It is a privilege. But the only way that we're doing it is because of people who are listening who share in the ministry. They share in what God is doing. And they say we want to make afr can keeping on, keeping on sharing the good news of Jesus Christ. With that in mind, I want to do something that we do quite often on this hour. Give a phone number. Okay. And it's 877-616-239-687-76162396 or go [email protected] if you would say I want to be a part of what AFR is doing, how God is using them in reaching people for the Lord.
Sharathon Update: Standing Firm in Faith and Encouraging Listener Pledges for the Ministry's Mission
J Making the, biblical worldview known to others so that our country can be free. And so that's what we're asking God to do this hour. we are in the middle of what God would want us to do. Wednesday is the second day of Sharathan. Our theme this year is Stand Firm. It is from First Corinthians, chapter 16 verses 13 and 14, Be on your guard, stand firm in the faith, be courageous, be strong, do everything in love. And that's our desire to do so. And we try to do that on exploring the Word. And so we want you to join us. We have some great, great listeners all over the United States, Alex, and we enjoy talking with them on a daily basis Monday through Friday as we have call ins. But during these three days, we're just going to ask you to, to pray and share and give and let God.
God.
God can give the increase. Can he?
Amen. Amen. And folks, that number that if you would call, even please call right now while you're thinking about it or maybe Hearing Bert and I. 8776-1623-9687-7616, 2396. And you can give securely online as well. Now just to try and express our thanks, because we sincerely thank each and every one.
Honoring Don Wildman's Legacy and the Impact of AFR with Special Donor Gifts and Testimonies
there's a book, the Founder and today is founders day. Dr. Don Wildmon, an amazing man of God. really one of the great leaders of the 20th century. There's a book called It's My Turn. The Collected Radio Spots of Don Wildmon, Volume 2. And, he founded the American Family Association. He and his wife Linda. Now, the ministry has gone on for nearly 50 years. The radio network, 31 years, seven days a week, millions of people hearing the gospel. It started by what God did in the heart of one man. Don Wildmon, this book is yours if you give a gift of $150 or more, or more. Of course you can give more $150. It's full of wisdom, it's full of truth. This book will definitely help shape your life. And if you call 877-616-2396, make a pledge of at least $150 and just to you'll get this book. Now, if you were to be a great commission partner and give a monthly pledge, you say, look, for the next 12 months, I'll give at least $30. Then you'll get the book. It's my turn. Plus this wonderful lunch carrier. It's insulated, it's a beautiful. It's got a zipper top and it's got the AFR logo and it will keep what you put in here either hot or cold. And, Bert, you know, budgeting the monthly pledges, it helps President Tim Wildmon and the leaders know how the cash flow is presumably going to be. But your gift in any amount matters. It really does. And there's a lot we're going to say, Bert, I got to say this.
Listeners Call in from Across the Country Sharing Appreciation for AFR's Reach and Programming
I'm looking at the screen right now. do you know where you ever heard of Fayetteville, North Carolina?
Yes, I have. I think you and I have been there before.
We did, you know, we did a great meeting there. We had a ginormous, enormous outdoor rally of several thousand people. Rockfish Church is, down there. Pastor Tony McVickers and Love and Faith, Christian Fellowship and so many great churches. North Carolina, we appreciate hearing from you. Jacksonville, Kokomo, Indiana, where I just was.
I love Kokomo. Well, I was there years ago and you've been there recently. Beautiful city, beautiful people. Thank you.
Kokomo, El Dorado, Arkansas. Tina in El Dorado. Blessings on you. Richard in Hillsboro, Missouri. You know, being on the radio and traveling and preaching, I see some of these cities where you and I have been to preach, don't you?
It is fun. I see one, it's a small town, Dry Creek, Louisiana. And, we were there and they have a camp there for Christian camp and camping. And Janet and I were there and they have four cabins named after three of the Gospels. But the fourth one was a little different. Matthew, Mark, Luke and Bob.
Sharathon Progress Update: Listener Pledges Drive Towards $2 Million Goal and Encourage Further Support
Really?
I, I don't remember that, Doc.
Guess which one Everyone wanted to stay in Bob. They want to stay in Bob. But anyway, I, I love Christian humor and that was fun. I love that. But these people are giving and saying, we want to partner with you to make this radio network viable and still sharing the Gospel, sharing the news, sharing truth to let others know about Jesus, but also them know the truth about what's going on. Now, Alex, I'm looking at the numbers right now. So far we've had 8,679 pledges. Okay. the most was during the 1:00 clock to 2:00 clock hour. And it's quite up there. 40,000, something like that, money. I, I, you know, you and I have talked about, let's, let's, we're not competitive, try to beat someone. We're competitive. So it will be the best we can do. And so we would love for all the Exploring the word. Listen, listeners, right now, don't put it off. Call that number. 877-616-2396. And let me see, 685, 8600. If we had 115, we would be up to 8700. And if we do that, we'll go over $2 million and see, we're just on a few dollars away from $2 million already pledged. So exploring the word audience. Get with it. Make that pledge. 877-616-2396 or [email protected] because we want to stand firm on the truth of Jesus Christ.
Amen. Well, I have to tell you, I'm competitive and I want, the exploring the word audience.
You want them to be one to two, right?
let's put some points on that score.
Okay, Brent's over there giving you the fist up, so he's, he's wanting that, too.
listen, I'm looking right now, just a pinch of more than 20,000 and we'll be at $2 million.
That's exactly right. And we want to go over that
before,
Donations Pour in for Sharathon, Highlighting AFR's Impact and Listener Testimonies from Across North Carolina and Beyond
Central time.
Okay, folks, the number, if you'd call in 877-616-2396. Make that pledge. Maybe somebody would even write a check for $20,000. Here's Jamesville, North Carolina, my home state of North Carolina.
You know, you kind of gravitate toward those initials, N.C. i've noticed.
North Carolina, that's where we've been for a long time. But here's the thing. Every one of these dollars donated. What we're doing, we're, we're proclaiming Christ on the airwaves, on the media, digital content, and, you know, lives are being changed. In fact, we have a couple of hundred recorded testimonies.
Wish we could play them all, but we know to play some of them. But we want to play one today, don't we?
Let's do, Brent Austin.
Do that. Brent.
Hi, I'm Charlotte from Conroe, Texas. AFR has been part of our family for at least 31 years. I retired from public school teaching in 1994 so I could help my husband in a new business. I became a stay at home secretary, office manager, business advisor, and also a convenient grandmother for babysitting. That is when I discovered Don Lawma's voice on my small AM FM radio that said, in my kitchen all the time, Pastor Don's vision has greatly influenced my Christian growth. It has strengthened me when I needed it most. Right now in 2026, I love AFR even more because it is available 24 hours a day. At 2am in the morning, I can get on my laptop, find whoever I think I want to hear, and I just listen to a familiar voice right now, this minute. Some of my favorites are David Jeremiah, James Dobson, Alex McFarland, Bert Harper, and Sandy Rios.
Engaging with Listeners: Humorous Town Names and Sharathon Updates as the $2 Million Goal Nears
There's too many to mention because I don't have enough time. Thank you, afr, for being there when I need to hear your voice.
what. What a list. What a list to be a part of. All I got to say, I just got to do this. Those of you that listen to me year after year on sheriff, you know, I'm looking for names of towns that I find interesting. Valentine, Nebraska.
Yes.
Now, here's what I want to. Yesterday, it was Romance, Arkansas. Don't you think Valentine Nebraska and Romance Arkansas ought to get together?
They should.
That sounds like a winner, doesn't it?
That's pretty. Pretty astute observation.
Now, these people, they've called, and sure enough, Pauline from Nebraska, thank you for calling. And that number. And we'll give it quite often because they tell us, okay, we need to give it more. But it's 877-616-239-687-76162396. Or you can give [email protected] and the numbers are growing. We're getting really, really close to $2 million. So keep on calling. Every call means that we get some close. So we're trying to do that in this hour.
AFR's Commitment to Financial Transparency and Trustworthiness in Ministry Operations
you may know this, folks, but the American Family Radio Network is a member of ecfa, the Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability. That means that all of our books are very transparent. We have annual audits, Bert, you know, for four years now, ever since Dance Celia passed, just an incredible honor. Tim Wildmon called me. I remember the day he called me, and he said, would you be on the board? And to take the seat vacated at the passing of Dan Celia. That was a great honor. One of the things, at every meeting, and this is, you know, multiple times a year, we talk about the audit. the books are looked at to make sure that everything is done just so. And it is. And really, ecva, the Evangelical Council of Financial Accountability is kind of like the Good Housekeeping seal of approval, right? And I just say that, number one, to give God the glory. But. But that, folks, when you donate, and I've been around here 16 years, it is handled with utmost care and faithfulness. And, Bert, I think part of the reason God is blessing, souls are being saved, lives are being changed. Because I think the Lord knows that he can trust this ministry with resources because it is handled faithfully.
They've done a little survey, not a big one, but people who are pledging and have called in the past. Why do you give? And three big things stuck out to me. One was trust, but trust in two ways. Trust financially, trust with truth. And then also trust that we're going to touch people's lives. And when you call 877-616-2396, you're helping in this mission of getting the message of Jesus Christ to a world that desperately needs him. 877-616-2396 or [email protected].
Remembering God's Deliverance and AFR's Role in Strengthening America's Moral Foundation
After crossing the Jordan river into the Promised Land, God instructed the children of Israel to take stones from the river and make a memorial. When their future children would say, what do these stones mean? The parents would recount the Lord's deliver of Israel from slavery and Israel's arrival in the Promised Land. In each of our lives, there are events that ought to be remembered, events where the Lord moved and delivered us. Whether we use stones, photos, or special celebrations, it matters only that we take time to remember what the Lord has done and pass that testimony on to future generations. Since 1977, the American family association has been informing, equipping, and activating individuals to strengthen the public moral foundations of America. The Lord has given us many victories over the years that laid the foundation for our work today and into the future. Learn [email protected] I am a retired prison
chaplain of 30 years, and I can say that your programs have been a blessing to the inmates around the country. Keep up the great work, afr.
The Power of the Gospel in Prisons and the Importance of Discipleship and Biblical Worldview
You are a blessing to the church inside the prison cells.
Thank you.
God continues to provide for this ministry in the faithfulness of his saints during Charathon. Call now at 877-616-2396 to give [email protected] It's Founders Day on American Family Radio.
Did you hear that last testimony? inside the prison walls, the word of God is being proclaimed to, individuals that desperately need to know Christ. And Alex and I both have had the privilege of visiting some of these places. And, many of the times they gather around the radio during the time of exploring the Word and some more Bible teaching programs, and they're following along and they're growing in their faith. And, and when you call and make that pledge at 877-616-2396 or go [email protected], you're a part of that work of carrying the gospel to them. But we also want people to be discipled.
Sharathon Challenge: Encouraging Listener Pledges to Support AFR's Extensive Broadcasting Network
That's the reason we grow. And we want to have a biblical worldview. That biblical worldview means that you have the view of the Bible. And as Tim Wildmon, our president, has said, I've heard him say it, what the Bible is for we're for. And what the Bible is against, we're against. And we want to stand firm. And that's the title of our Sherithon this year. And the scripture that you have for that is First Corinthians 16, 13, 14. Be on your guard, stand firm in the faith, be courageous, be strong, do everything in love. And right now we did not mention that, I don't think in the first segment. And people are still calling strong. But this is the time for a 21st century thousand dollar challenge. That essentially means when you make your pledge, it's been and, or has been matched. And so what a time to use your money wisely. I love compounding. And they talk about compounding interest and everything. But here on afr, your, your pledge is compounded. You not only make, make it possible for us to continue broadcasting, but the ministries that was mentioned earlier, Dr. Dobson, David, Jeremiah and others, it gives them a platform by which they can broadcast their program on AFR stations, 164 stations. What a privilege it is. And so make that call.
Celebrating Progress in Sharathon and Highlighting Listener Contributions from Various Cities
877-616-2396. And Alex, I can tell you, I was looking at the numbers, they're growing, but we want them to grow even faster and higher, don't we?
Well, we really do because this is the resource. These are the resources by which we can broadcast, we can give materials, we can preach the gospel, we can change lives. And I want to say thanks. We're watching these numbers go and we're seeing so many places. Mobile, Alabama, Brookhaven, Mississippi, Leesburg, Georgia, Rayford, North Carolina. I know where that is, Brian. And Rayford, North Carolina, don't forget Ocean
Springs, Mississippi Ocean, one of the most beautiful little towns you've ever been in in Ocean Springs. Thank you, Jimmy.
at, ah, Comstock Paak, Michigan, Carol, up in Michigan. Blessings to you. All right, we are, this, this challenge. $25,000 in this hour.
AFR's Mission and Vision: Equipping Families, Defending Faith, and Transforming Culture
You can be a part of it. You can be a part of it. The number is 877-616-2396. Call 877-616-2396. Bert, I'm staring at some of our documentation. The mission and the vision. it's the gospel, of course, but the mission, the calling from God. Our assignment together, inform, equip, activate individuals and families to transform American culture, to give aid to the church here and abroad and aid in its calling of the Great Commission. do these things matter to you folks? Look, evangelism, discipleship, marriage, family, the sanctity of human life. Stewardship, not only of our personal resources, stewardship and the preservation of our country, religious liberty. And Bert, let me just say we've seen a lot of forces and worldviews. They're fighting for our future, Mark. Marxism, Islam, Sharia. Folks, this is not just a good thing.
The Global Reach of AFR's Ministry and its Role in Spreading the Gospel Worldwide
The warm fuzzies. Look, we're fighting for the soul of our country and our future.
We are. And it's taking place worldwide, even in France if you've been keeping up with it for the last three weeks. They're having all kinds of evil and destructive, quote, protests and they've, done the investigation. And yes, there's those liberals, but guess what, there's that Islamic issue of them coming behind and using this and trying to make havoc, on the streets and everything around. Yes, we've seen it happen in other places, but what we're trying to do, not only here in America, but because of the Internet, we're heard worldwide. And so it's missional in purpose, it's missional in goal. As Alex said, the whole idea is to aid the church in carrying out the Great Commission at home and internationally. And because of the Internet we're able to do that.
Listener Testimonies Highlight the Impact of AFR's Broadcasts and the Importance of Prayer and Support
And there's you. You and I are able to hear this today because people, in the past over 30 years, people have been given to AFR so we could broadcast. So you're getting to listen today because of others and now because of the others given, you can stand on the shoulders of those who gave before you and you give and make it possible to continue to broadcast to here in America and around the world because again of the Internet. So what is the way to do this is to call 877-616-239, 687-76-162396 or go [email protected] and one of the most favorite things, most favorite what? If that's a correct English, I doubt it.
AFR's Role in the Spiritual Battle: Inspiring Listeners and Providing News and Insight
But one of the best things to do is listen to the listener testimonies whose lives have been touched by God through afr.
Let's hear one of those.
Yes, hello, my name is Daniel. Just wanted to take a moment to congratulate AFR and tell you how much it means to me and my wife. We listen daily and in a darkened world we know we're in a spiritual battle. And the news and the insight, the programs that you provide are such an inspiration. So we, we don't feel alone. We love the news, the commentary and especially a disciples view gained a lot of insight. So we Join with you in prayers for our nation, for God, for our country, and to see victories in these midterm elections, and for God to have the ultimate victory over our nation, over our land. Thank you again.
The Expanding Reach of AFR Through Internet and Podcast Platforms
God bless you. Keep up the good work.
Hallelujah. I just got to say this. We have Charles from Escondido. How you say it? California.
Oh, Escondido.
Yes, Escondido. This is what I'm saying. All across America, because of the podcast, because of the Internet, people are able to hear. a few years ago, Dr. Wildmon, our founder, he had the goal of 500 these radio stations, but it was cut off. I won't go into all the details. It wasn't by choice, but he turned to the Internet. And now what they wanted to do to bring destruction to, you know, the network God has used to expand it, and we're able to be heard all over. And we say thank you for giving and calling 877-616-2396. And I just say the next few calls is going to put us over $2 million.
Praise God.
And we're going to celebrate when we see that come up on the screen. Not that we're through, but that we have met that goal.
Celebrating a Milestone: AFR Reaches $2 Million in Pledges During Sharathon
Hey, to everybody donating on behalf of President Tim Wildmon, all the staff, Bert Harper, and myself, we want to say a very sincere thank you. Thank you. Let's keep it coming, though. If you're listening, you're hearing us right now. you know, if you're at all familiar with exploring the Word and with afr, we believe the Bible is God's holy word. We believe Jesus Christ is the one and only Savior. We know that all people need Jesus. If you believe in those things, you believe a miracle is worth praying for, is worth fighting for, then donate. Please call right now. 877-616-2396. This is a partnership, and we're all in it together. All hands on deck.
Amen.
Do you look at your screen? Do you see the number? do I read that correctly?
In this hour, by your participation, good friends, tell it, Bert.
We are at $2,000,342. Praise the Lord.
Amen.
Continued Growth in Sharathon Pledges with Listener Contributions from Across the Nation
Amen.
And guess what? We have. We've done that with 8,780 people calling to make their pledge. So we're still growing. We still have 30 minutes in our time here, and so we can even make that growth higher and higher. And just like Timothy from Sherwood, Arkansas, Cynthia from Jacksonville, Florida, Patricia. let me say, make sure I get this. Lafayette Indiana, it said different in Mississippi, Louisiana and Indiana, we all have Lafayette, but they say it three different ways. And so you don't offend anybody. So I hope I got that right. Indiana. And then Caledonia, Mississippi was Kenny and ah, Sheri from Como, North Carolina.
Yes.
And David from Abilene, Texas.
Sharathon Challenge: Encouraging Listener Participation and Financial Support for AFR's Mission
They've made that call and the numbers are growing. And again, we're in the middle of that $25,000 challenge, which essentially says when you give this, it looks, it's not completely double, but it adds to it because I think we're going to get over 25,000 before the hour is over. Wouldn't that be awesome?
That would be amazing. There's a $25,000 challenge this hour. Bert and I, during this hour, we're praying for God to move and $25,000 plus to come in. And the number, if you want to be a part of this, and I hope you will, call 877-616-2396. you know, just by way of. Thank you. $150 or more gift.
Donor Appreciation: Special Gifts for Support and the Importance of Partnering with AFR
We'll send you Don Wildmon's book on It's My Turn radio scripts. If you make a pledge of $30 or more per month, a monthly gift, you get the, the book by Don Wildmon. Plus this insulated lunch carrier. You carry whatever you want in it, but it'll keep things hot or cold. It's got the AFR logo. It's very cool. So we've got this challenge. Would you, any way that you can, any level that you might feel led be a part of our challenge? We're trying to hit $25,000 this hour, and it's achievable. Now you can also Give securely online afr.net but here's the thing.
Standing Firm: Ministry Partners Support AFR's Broadcast of the Gospel and Outreach Programs
If you call, you'll talk to a friendly voice, a, cheerful. If you need to hear a cheerful voice today and be a part of people being changed forever with the love of Jesus, call 877-616-2396. There are operators, volunteers standing by, even right now.
Let me share with you the whole, the whole theme is, standing firm. And one of the reasons we stand firm is because of partners. And I say that truthfully. we have ministry partners, those that choose to help us broadcast the gospel with their programs, like Dr. Dobson, like, David, Jeremiah, Jeff Schrieve. But we also have ministry partners that's helping us to launch out into ministry. One of those is Truth for Youth Bible Week. Each one, week a year, we give ourselves to work with revival fires and to share the good news of Jesus Christ in our public schools, because students can give the Bibles away, and they do that, and many are saved.
Partnerships in Ministry: Supporting Preborn Clinics and Truth for Youth Bible Week
And then we also partner with PreBorn. Dan Steiner, one of the finest men I've ever had the privilege of knowing. Listen, more individuals are being saved at preborn clinics because the babies are being saved. But when the mothers come in, they hear the gospel. And over 60,000 have been saved in the last few years. So when you make that call and say, I want to be a part of that, you're being a part of that again and again and again. And so we want you to call 877-616-2396 or give [email protected] and just we make this pledge. We're going to share the word of God. And the word of God does not come back. Void. Alex.
Amen. Amen. Do you know I've got the great honor later this month I'll be in Florida speaking for PreBorn at one of their national events. Thanks to, AFR and Dan Steiner.
The Value of AFR's 24/7 Programming and Listener Testimonies of Life Change
I'll be down at PreBorn. you mentioned, our dear friend Tim Todd and the Truth for Youth Bibles. Ah, that every summer at our camps we give away the Truth for Youth Bibles. in fact, folks, if we told you everything that God is doing, every arm and outreach of this ministry, I think we could talk 24 hours a day for a long time.
And it's on 24 hours a day. That's what's neat. Anytime you remember that testimony, the lady said, she wakes up at 2:00 clock until she's, probably not, being able to sleep. So she gets on, gets up, gets her phone, and through the podcast, she can listen to any of the programming she wants to.
Amen.
And that is the value of what we do here on, on AFR. And we ask you to join us by calling 877-616-2396. Alex, I want to stay on this, but I think we'd be remiss if we didn't talk about three years on October 7, three years ago in Israel.
Oh, my goodness.
And, listen, I just want to tell you we stand with Israel's right to exist, the right to protect themselves. And we would do that just on that matter.
AFR's Unwavering Support for Israel and the Importance of Voting and Civic Engagement
But we have a biblical mandate, saying God has called out this nation and he said, I'll bless those that bless you. And he talks about praying for the peace of Jerusalem. We afa, afr, we stand with our friends in Israel do we not?
Well, we absolutely do. Unapologetically, unequivocally, we stand with and we stand for Israel. And, may the comfort of God be very real on this, sad anniversary of the October 7 Hamas terrorist attacks in Israel. you know, by the way, the number, if you would call in right now, please, while you're thinking about it, call 877-616-2396. Bert, you and I were on the radio several months ago on exploring the Word, and a man called in and he said, I just want you to know I've never voted before, but now I vote because we were talking about stewardship, and every vote, every voice matters. And yeah, there's evangelism, lost souls hearing about Jesus, and that happens every single day. But there's also discipleship and people staying with their marriage, people raising their kids in church, people getting out and voting.
Investing in Truth: Underwriting the Gospel, Biblical Worldview, and Christian Values
And I'm telling you, folks, we are in a fight for the future and the soul of America. Help us. Help us, equip and mobilize people for that which is good and true, whether it's standing for Israel, defending America and our Constitution. The church biblical worldview. That's what you're underwriting when you invest in this ministry. You. You're underwriting truth.
We really are. And, we've talked about it, and I'll say it again. Yes, we have the political issues. We have all the societal difficulties. The underlying issue is spiritual, a relationship with God through Jesus Christ that changes everything. When you see the hospitals, when you see the child care for those that. That are born as and they're orphans, you'll find out the church in the past has stepped up, and guess what? We still are.
The Church's Role in Caring for Orphans and Widows, and Supporting Religious Freedom
Amen.
The people of God are still stepping up to make a difference. The book of James makes it plain. True religion is taking care of the orphans and those widows and keep themself unspotted from the world. And that's what we want to do. We want to join you in protecting the vulnerable. And that's why we support this issue of religious freedom, because we're going to share the good news of Jesus Christ. Well, we're coming up on a break, but I just want to share you with you. The numbers are growing, so I'm. You stay with us because at the end of the hour, close to it, we'll tell you how many people have called in and how much money that means has come into afr. And I just tell you it's. It's looking good, but it could look better. So call that number, 877-616-23963 or go [email protected] we want you to be a part of this $25,000 challenge. So make that gift now and watch God grow it. We'll be back in just a second.
A Testimonial of Transformation: From Scorn to Admiration for Don Wildman and AFR's Ministry
In honor of brother Don and Linda Wildmon, it's Founders Day on afr. Here's an employee memory.
When I first heard of Don Wildmon, it was late spring of 77, and I heard a news report about a Mississippi pastor who had called his congregation to, unplug the television for a week. The report was picked up by national network news and was, everywhere. I was living for myself, my pleasure, loving my sin, not interested in God whatsoever. I laughed so hard at this man, Don Wildmon, and said, what does that crazy old coot think he's doing? 1988 came, and I'm living in Germany, and I came to a saving knowledge of the Lord Jesus Christ. And upon returning stateside, heard about the American Family association from a fellow church member who passed the AFA journals on to me after she had read them. And so I became aware of the AFA ministry, but still didn't put it together with the old coot from the news. It wasn't until 1999 in Tupelo, Mississippi, listening to AFR on my office radio, that the Lord would connect the threads of this tapestry for me through a series of events that seemed random at the time. I came to work part time and later full time for afr. The old Coupe was now my boss. This man whom I had despised simply because he dared to take a stand for right and wrong and point out wrong, became one of the most beloved men in my life. I am so thankful that when God spoke, he was listening and he took his stand because it turns out that he was standing in the gap for me.
Brother Don has been standing in the gap for families and Linda has been standing behind him since the inception of this ministry more than 40 years ago.
Listener Gratitude for AFR's Impact on Faith and the Spreading of the Gospel
We praise the Lord for our founder's obedience service during Share a Thon on afr.
Hi, I'm Kathi from Virginia. Since I've begun listening to American Family Radio for quite some time now, but very consistently now, each day, it's been truly a blessing to my life. Life and just really filled me with so much overwhelming love and knowledge and information about our Lord and God. And I'm just thankful and I praise him every day for all those he's using to, reach out to the world for his kingdom, for being able to receive their salvation. I thank God for American Family Radio. Ah. I truly do believe they are meant to here for all of us to come to the Lord.
Honoring Don Wildman's Legacy: Founders Day Celebration and the Importance of Faith Heroes
Call now at 877-616-2396 to give [email protected] It's Founders Day on American Family Radio.
Be on your guard, Stand firm in the faith. Be courageous, be strong, do everything you love. That's First Corinthians 16, 13, and 14. That's really the verse for the fall. 26 share a thon and somebody who was watchful, steadfast, courageous. Oh, my goodness. Courageous. Yes. And strong and loving and absolutely obedient. His name was Don Wildmon. He was the founder of the American Family Association. He's been in heaven several years now, but this is Founders Day, and we're honoring him. Bert. I love the heroes that we look up to.
The Transformative Power of AFR's Ministry: Listener Testimonies of Finding God
I love to do things in honor of those that have shaped my life, because here's the thing. I want to be like them.
Amen.
Don Wildmon was a hero of the faith of our lifetime. And you can honor his legacy and even build on that legacy by giving. Calling right now and making a pledge. 877-616-2396. That's a toll free number. Call it right now. Maybe you're sitting in traffic and keep, your eyes on the road. But if you can dial 877-616-2396 and call in, you'll talk to a friendly voice. And your gift in any amount is a part of what God is doing through American family to evangelize lives. And, it's making a huge difference. I know, Bert. I'm going to throw it to you. I'm blessed because I do a lot of traveling and preaching a everywhere I go. I mean, literally east coast, west coast, middle Upper Northeast, in NewSong England. Everywhere I go, people, stand in line three deep because I have a book table. I take our books and the books. People wait in line three deep to talk, sometimes very emotionally, about how they found God through afa.
Joining the Mission: Encouraging Listener Pledges and Prayers for AFR's Work
That's why we really don't mind saying, folks, help us out here.
Join us. I just want to share with you. Join us in making the pledges. Yes, we do. And then join us in praying and join us in sharing what God is doing. And, 877-616-2396 is that number. And, we want you to dial it right now or, or press it or say it. Whichever way you do, we say dial it. But we really don't dial anymore.
I'm old.
Yeah, they. I know, I do as well. But we have people that are calling. I want to go over the list a little bit because I enjoy doing this.
A Listener's Journey: From Skepticism to Belief Through AFR's Localized Outreach
We got a testimony from a lady, and if she's listening, she'll know. She said she was here in Sharathon years ago, and she heard these two preachers, country preachers, and it was you and me. And they said, I don't know who's listening to them in my area. She said she was in a one, traffic light town, and she said, I bet nobody within 50 miles is listening to them. And she said the next thing that Bert Harper started reading the names of the people and the locations, and there was the town she was in. And she said, okay, I guess this is of God. So I'm going to share these and you may be one of that, like that lady and say, hey, I'm from Waynesboro, Mississippi, like Betty is, and I can make my pledge or another bed. Two Betty's in a row from Blue Springs, Mississippi. Micah from Denmark, Tennessee. Okay, I couldn't wait to do that.
The Digital Expansion of AFR: Reaching Audiences Globally Through Various Online Platforms
Laura from Lake Charles, Louisiana, Bill from Ocean Springs, Mississippi. Ocean Springs is coming through. Rod from Middle Point, Ohio, and James from Montgomery, Texas. They've all called in and say, hey, we're partnering with you, and we want to make AFR stronger than it's ever been by financially supporting. And you can do that by 877-6-16-2396.
do you know what the AFR network, there are licenses for 164 stations. And, you know, one of the great things about the arrival of digital content on the Internet is that, if I have my facts straight, the fcc, the federal communications, they sort of put the brakes on how big this thing could grow.
They turned a little bit of the requirements, and it did change everything, but God was in it and he made the Internet come about.
Exactly. And do you know all of this content, whether it be David, Jeremiah or Dr. Dobson or us on exploring the word, Today's issues, the Hamilton Corner. Jenna Ellis. real, truth for today with Jeff Schrieve. All of this great content, besides being on what we call terrestrial radio, I mean, like a radio station, we're also on the Internet, and people have got the AFA app, we're on Google Play, Amazon, Alexa Roku, all of these formats. People around the world are hearing the gospel biblical worldview, which, let me just say that includes morality, gender, you know, male, and Female. What God our maker, says about gender. Right? And so if you think that we're living in a moment in history where people need to come back to reality and the Lord Jesus and salvation and truth. we believe that because we believe God's word, then we would ask you to partner with the American Family Association. Make a pledge, please, right now. Call in while you're thinking about it, please. 877-616-2396. Dial 877-616-2396. Bert, I gotta tell you, when I was a kid and, I'll never forget, there were a couple of guys at school when I was in like, second, third, fourth grade. And it didn't matter if we were playing dodgeball, kickball, basketball. They just were gonna cheat.
A Commitment to Truth: Financial Integrity and Listener Testimonies of God's Provision
And I didn't like that. You know, honest scorekeeping, honest play, important, I think. And this would be years before I would become a born again believer myself. But, I'm just going to say I've always cared about truth. And I think people still need truth.
The people that contribute, they do. They make it a priority. Truth in our finances and truth in what we report. And that's what we are pledged to do. And I know Brent, we usually play one, but I want him to read one. what about Facebook? Because here, what we've done. You remember a few years ago when Brent was there and our Facebook presence was very small. He built that and he built it, and we started doing that. And now usually we take a phone call at least every Friday from Facebook or more. And so do we have a testimony about Facebook?
We actually do, Bert. And, it's a blessing, this one is. It really caught my eye when it popped up, up. And you guys are going to appreciate this as well. this is from Charlotte. She says, I'm the lady from Conroe, Texas, who wakes up at 2am and I can listen to an assortment of podcasts and other recordings of some of my favorite ministers. I love it. Here's a brief testimony of the money I just sent to afr. My bank account was almost empty.
A Listener's Gratitude: Unexpected Blessings and a Desire to Give Back to AFR
But yesterday I promised God that any unexpected money that showed up last evening I donated off. Well, $70 was given to me for something I was owed. so just a few minutes ago, I was able to give it to afr. My family and I are blessed in so many ways, and I realize I cannot outgive God. I truly appreciate the AFR Broadcasting Network. It is God sent.
Wow.
Amen. Amen.
Facebook can be a blessing sometime for me. To be able to read that. I'm.
Hey, listen, brother, we praise God. God. God is amazing what he does through the means of social media.
AFR's Mission to Proclaim the Gospel and Promote a Biblical Worldview
Jan. And Jan is the one that does it personally for us. And she'll read something. And I say, I'm proud you read that to me, you know, Amen. But so we're having people that are calling, and again, We've got about 10 minutes left in our segment, and we're still growing. And let me just tell you, make it happen. The numbers are growing and exponentially from where we started, but we don't want to stop now. So make that call. 877-616-2396 or give [email protected] you know,
the word of God is true. God's word is, forever. Jesus said so in Matthew 24:35. And Jesus said not one jot or tittle would fail, you know, till all things be fulfilled. And so we believe, in addition to the proclamation of the gospel. Bert, because one of the goals of AFR is to be a leading voice. I would say probably the leading voice in biblical worldview. We're helping people think and live biblically, defend the Christian faith. And so, you're supporting a myriad of really, really fruitful outreach when you support. That's why we don't mind asking you to please support and partner with, with us. And the number you may do that is 8776-1623-9877-7616, 2396. We give God the glory.
Living by Faith: Trusting God with Resources and Glorifying Him in All Things
And, and I'm just going to say, and I know, I've been there, Angie and I, we know what it is to walk by faith. You can't out give God.
You're walking by faith whether you know it or not. Why not have faith in God?
Okay.
Are you faith. Are you having faith in your checkbook? Are you having faith in your power? that's a sorry source. Now, I'm not saying you're not supposed to keep an account of it and ask God to increase it, but I am telling you it is by faith through Jesus Christ that really counts.
Why trust yourself when you can trust God?
Oh, man. Yeah. Who do you go to for answers?
and let me just say this, and I'll throw it back to you. We don't own anything. It's not ours. Our time, our abilities, our finances. God entrusts them to us, but they belong to him, don't they?
There he is. We've been bought with a price. Therefore, glorify God in your bodies.
Amen.
Listen, that's what we are, and that's what we live for. And when you make that call at 877-616-2396 or go [email protected], you're, you're joining us by faith and saying, God, will you give the increase?
Listener Contributions and the $25,000 Sharathon Challenge Amplify the Gospel's Reach
Let me give some names and some places. Alex, I love this. Suzanne from Ponca City, Oklahoma. Yes. Cornelius from Seminole, Texas. Rinda from Shawnee, Oklahoma. Bob from Winchester, Virginia. Carmen from Jacksonville, Florida. Melissa from Ashland, Virginia. And then there is Ruth from Garrett, Pennsylvania. And Patricia from Fayetteville, Arkansas. So all of these have come and said we are being a, part of it. And right now we're in the middle of that $25,000 challenge, which essentially increases your gift. And some people have already said, hey, we want to give, and we want to challenge others to give. Join them in this challenge and, and let your, let your money, be compounded with the gospel of Jesus Christ here on FR.
Encouraging Listener Participation in the Sharathon Challenge and Trucker Support for AFR
God bless you, KCarl in Rocky Mount, North Carolina, over there on i95. We know where that is, by the way. We get calls from so many truckers that go love them, don't we? We do. Hey, by the way, I'm praying for 55 more phone calls this hour. We've got about six minutes before this edition of Exploring the word is off. 55 callers now. 50. Boom, there was five. Okay, call in 50. 50 people call right now. 877-616-239-6877 6162396. Brandon, Mississippi. Carol. Garrett, Pennsylvania.
Making a Difference: The Impact of Listener Calls and the Analogy of Base Hits for the Gospel
I'll be in Somerset this weekend at Living Hope Church. And oh, my goodness, I see so many. Lamar, South Carolina. Thank you, Gloria. Spring, Texas. Thank you, Mark, Bert. I, I played baseball for a number of years growing up, and I wasn't really tall enough or coordinated enough to play basketball. Played baseball. And I remember when my coach used to say, okay, I want some base hits. And whenever he threw out that challenge, all of us, I'm still in touch with a lot of these boys. When he said, I want to see some base hits, it was like, God, it can do.
Yeah. Okay, folks, can't always hit a home run.
Yeah, but, but, you can make a base hit.
Make a base hit.
Folks, let's put, let's put some scoreboard up there for the gospel. I want to see some phone calls. 877-616-2396.
Barbara from Springdale, Arkansas. Terri from Heber Springs, Arkansas.
Celebrating the AFR Team and the Growth of its Social Media Presence
Brad is. Would you Say Joaquin or Yoquin. Yoquin. Texas.
I'm not sure, but yeah.
Thank you. And Rebecca from NewSong Alberta.
Mississipp. Brent Austin. Hey, Brent. What do you say, bro? NewSong Albany, finally.
My new. My new hometown.
Now, is that where you're from?
No, I'm actually from Pontotoc. Okay, I'm rooting for Pontotoc too. Let's get some Pontotoc.
Hey, by the way, we gotta mention Britt Austin. He's a huge part of this team, and we pick. We have the best time, but, that voice you hear. And he. He is the guy that built our Facebook page to over 10,000 and, Facebook friends.
Well, we love our team. we love you, brother.
The AFR Team's Dedication: Working Together to Broadcast the Gospel and Pray for Listeners
Okay. Thank you for doing what you do and not cutting me off when you could. So please keep it up.
I'll take it easier.
Okay.
Marty Sparks running the camera. And the way Alex and I talk, he goes back from one to the other. So when we're in the studio together, he has an easy life putting us both on. And then Richard, Stuart, he answers the phone, and he's that warm voice that you talk about hearing. Richard's got that kind of voice that they. They want to talk to him. So this team, we not only work together to put it on, we pray together many times after the program is over, we'll meet and pray and thank God, pray for individuals. So listen, it's. It's important to us. Day of prayer.
Sharathon Progress: Nearing 9,000 Callers and Aiming for the $25,000 Challenge Goal
Every Tuesday, except here in Charathon, we have a day of prayer, and we've been getting to pray for people all over the United States.
Oh, my goodness. Yeah.
Awesome. So make that call. 877-687-7616-2396. We're well on our way to Alex's challenge. Of 55 callers in these last few minutes, all the numbers are keep on going up, and we just want it
to, 19 calls, okay? 19 calls in the next three minutes. And that call could be you, my dear friend. 8776-1623-9687-7616-2397. Going to preach the gospel. We're going to see God work. We just need a little gas in the tank, folks.
The Power of Compounding: Listener Gifts Amplify the Gospel's Message and Reach
That's all we need. And that's the challenge right now. 25,000 so it exponentially. We call it compounding. At least I do. And so make that call. Do it now. And we're so, so close to what Alex wanted us to do. And it's Amy from Montgomery, Texas. Anne from Huntsville, Texas. And Dianne from Whitehall, Michigan, David from Prairie Grove, Arkansas, Micah from Alexander, Arkansas, Bobby from Lyon, Mississippi and Charles from I got to say this right? Lafayette, Louisiana.
There you go.
We say praise the Lord. Let me give these numbers.
Reaching Milestones: Celebrating 8,990 Callers and Over $2 Million Raised During Sharathon
Okay? Sure.
Do that.
Right now we are just 10 away from 10, from 9,000 8,990 callers so far. Our 2,041,171. Thank you from the bottom of our heart for calling 877-616-2396.
Hey, stay tuned. I'll be back in just a moment with Abe Hamilton III of the Hamilton Corner. This is sure a thon. It's glory to God.
The Future of Our Country in Christ's Hands: A Call to Action During Sharathon
It's good news for people. It's the future of our country in the hands of Christ. Christ, let's make that happen. Stay tuned. AFA is back in the fall-2026 Sheriathon. Call that number. 877-616-2396. Your pledge matters.
Five calls away from 9,000.
Listener Shares Gratitude for AFR's Ministry and Impact on Faith and Voting
I started listening to AFR 10
years ago when I give my life to Christ.
And I learned about y' all through an electrician that was doing work at my house. Y' all have been such a blessing. I'm just so thankful for what y' all do and, you know, keep encouraging
us and teaching us how to vote.
Praise the Lord.
Celebrating Founders Day: Honoring Don and Linda Wildman's Faithful Service to American Family Radio
It's day two of Share a Thon and it's Founders Day on American Family Radio. We're honoring brother Don Wildmon and his wife Linda for their faithful obedience to the Lord in their example to us.
God doesn't require us to be successful. God requires us to be faithful.
Call now at 877-616-2396 to give or at [email protected] it's founders day on American Family. Rad.
Exploring the Word Discusses the Joy of Sharing the Gospel and the Importance of Listener Support
Welcome to exploring the Word. But this is a very special edition of Exploring the Word because we are part of the fall 2026 share a THON. Hi, Alex McFarland here along with Bert Harper. And you're listening to the American Family Radio Network. And Bert, isn't it exciting when people hear the gospel, the life changing, soul saving gospel of Jesus, and they're born again, bound for heaven, and you and I get to play a part in that happening.
Listen, God, he. He can use. If you're available, he can use you. And, that's what we're here for. Alex and I. We simply ask God use us to let people hear about Jesus. And so we have this responsibility. It is a privilege. But the only way that we're doing it is because of people who are listening who share in the ministry. They share in what God is doing. And they say we want to make afr can keeping on, keeping on sharing the good news of Jesus Christ. With that in mind, I want to do something that we do quite often on this hour. Give a phone number. Okay. And it's 877-616-239-687-76162396 or go [email protected] if you would say I want to be a part of what AFR is doing, how God is using them in reaching people for the Lord.
Sharathon Update: Standing Firm in Faith and Encouraging Listener Pledges for the Ministry's Mission
J Making the, biblical worldview known to others so that our country can be free. And so that's what we're asking God to do this hour. we are in the middle of what God would want us to do. Wednesday is the second day of Sharathan. Our theme this year is Stand Firm. It is from First Corinthians, chapter 16 verses 13 and 14, Be on your guard, stand firm in the faith, be courageous, be strong, do everything in love. And that's our desire to do so. And we try to do that on exploring the Word. And so we want you to join us. We have some great, great listeners all over the United States, Alex, and we enjoy talking with them on a daily basis Monday through Friday as we have call ins. But during these three days, we're just going to ask you to, to pray and share and give and let God.
God.
God can give the increase. Can he?
Amen. Amen. And folks, that number that if you would call, even please call right now while you're thinking about it or maybe Hearing Bert and I. 8776-1623-9687-7616, 2396. And you can give securely online as well. Now just to try and express our thanks, because we sincerely thank each and every one.
Honoring Don Wildman's Legacy and the Impact of AFR with Special Donor Gifts and Testimonies
there's a book, the Founder and today is founders day. Dr. Don Wildmon, an amazing man of God. really one of the great leaders of the 20th century. There's a book called It's My Turn. The Collected Radio Spots of Don Wildmon, Volume 2. And, he founded the American Family Association. He and his wife Linda. Now, the ministry has gone on for nearly 50 years. The radio network, 31 years, seven days a week, millions of people hearing the gospel. It started by what God did in the heart of one man. Don Wildmon, this book is yours if you give a gift of $150 or more, or more. Of course you can give more $150. It's full of wisdom, it's full of truth. This book will definitely help shape your life. And if you call 877-616-2396, make a pledge of at least $150 and just to you'll get this book. Now, if you were to be a great commission partner and give a monthly pledge, you say, look, for the next 12 months, I'll give at least $30. Then you'll get the book. It's my turn. Plus this wonderful lunch carrier. It's insulated, it's a beautiful. It's got a zipper top and it's got the AFR logo and it will keep what you put in here either hot or cold. And, Bert, you know, budgeting the monthly pledges, it helps President Tim Wildmon and the leaders know how the cash flow is presumably going to be. But your gift in any amount matters. It really does. And there's a lot we're going to say, Bert, I got to say this.
Listeners Call in from Across the Country Sharing Appreciation for AFR's Reach and Programming
I'm looking at the screen right now. do you know where you ever heard of Fayetteville, North Carolina?
Yes, I have. I think you and I have been there before.
We did, you know, we did a great meeting there. We had a ginormous, enormous outdoor rally of several thousand people. Rockfish Church is, down there. Pastor Tony McVickers and Love and Faith, Christian Fellowship and so many great churches. North Carolina, we appreciate hearing from you. Jacksonville, Kokomo, Indiana, where I just was.
I love Kokomo. Well, I was there years ago and you've been there recently. Beautiful city, beautiful people. Thank you.
Kokomo, El Dorado, Arkansas. Tina in El Dorado. Blessings on you. Richard in Hillsboro, Missouri. You know, being on the radio and traveling and preaching, I see some of these cities where you and I have been to preach, don't you?
It is fun. I see one, it's a small town, Dry Creek, Louisiana. And, we were there and they have a camp there for Christian camp and camping. And Janet and I were there and they have four cabins named after three of the Gospels. But the fourth one was a little different. Matthew, Mark, Luke and Bob.
Sharathon Progress Update: Listener Pledges Drive Towards $2 Million Goal and Encourage Further Support
Really?
I, I don't remember that, Doc.
Guess which one Everyone wanted to stay in Bob. They want to stay in Bob. But anyway, I, I love Christian humor and that was fun. I love that. But these people are giving and saying, we want to partner with you to make this radio network viable and still sharing the Gospel, sharing the news, sharing truth to let others know about Jesus, but also them know the truth about what's going on. Now, Alex, I'm looking at the numbers right now. So far we've had 8,679 pledges. Okay. the most was during the 1:00 clock to 2:00 clock hour. And it's quite up there. 40,000, something like that, money. I, I, you know, you and I have talked about, let's, let's, we're not competitive, try to beat someone. We're competitive. So it will be the best we can do. And so we would love for all the Exploring the word. Listen, listeners, right now, don't put it off. Call that number. 877-616-2396. And let me see, 685, 8600. If we had 115, we would be up to 8700. And if we do that, we'll go over $2 million and see, we're just on a few dollars away from $2 million already pledged. So exploring the word audience. Get with it. Make that pledge. 877-616-2396 or [email protected] because we want to stand firm on the truth of Jesus Christ.
Amen. Well, I have to tell you, I'm competitive and I want, the exploring the word audience.
You want them to be one to two, right?
let's put some points on that score.
Okay, Brent's over there giving you the fist up, so he's, he's wanting that, too.
listen, I'm looking right now, just a pinch of more than 20,000 and we'll be at $2 million.
That's exactly right. And we want to go over that
before,
Donations Pour in for Sharathon, Highlighting AFR's Impact and Listener Testimonies from Across North Carolina and Beyond
Central time.
Okay, folks, the number, if you'd call in 877-616-2396. Make that pledge. Maybe somebody would even write a check for $20,000. Here's Jamesville, North Carolina, my home state of North Carolina.
You know, you kind of gravitate toward those initials, N.C. i've noticed.
North Carolina, that's where we've been for a long time. But here's the thing. Every one of these dollars donated. What we're doing, we're, we're proclaiming Christ on the airwaves, on the media, digital content, and, you know, lives are being changed. In fact, we have a couple of hundred recorded testimonies.
Wish we could play them all, but we know to play some of them. But we want to play one today, don't we?
Let's do, Brent Austin.
Do that. Brent.
Hi, I'm Charlotte from Conroe, Texas. AFR has been part of our family for at least 31 years. I retired from public school teaching in 1994 so I could help my husband in a new business. I became a stay at home secretary, office manager, business advisor, and also a convenient grandmother for babysitting. That is when I discovered Don Lawma's voice on my small AM FM radio that said, in my kitchen all the time, Pastor Don's vision has greatly influenced my Christian growth. It has strengthened me when I needed it most. Right now in 2026, I love AFR even more because it is available 24 hours a day. At 2am in the morning, I can get on my laptop, find whoever I think I want to hear, and I just listen to a familiar voice right now, this minute. Some of my favorites are David Jeremiah, James Dobson, Alex McFarland, Bert Harper, and Sandy Rios.
Engaging with Listeners: Humorous Town Names and Sharathon Updates as the $2 Million Goal Nears
There's too many to mention because I don't have enough time. Thank you, afr, for being there when I need to hear your voice.
what. What a list. What a list to be a part of. All I got to say, I just got to do this. Those of you that listen to me year after year on sheriff, you know, I'm looking for names of towns that I find interesting. Valentine, Nebraska.
Yes.
Now, here's what I want to. Yesterday, it was Romance, Arkansas. Don't you think Valentine Nebraska and Romance Arkansas ought to get together?
They should.
That sounds like a winner, doesn't it?
That's pretty. Pretty astute observation.
Now, these people, they've called, and sure enough, Pauline from Nebraska, thank you for calling. And that number. And we'll give it quite often because they tell us, okay, we need to give it more. But it's 877-616-239-687-76162396. Or you can give [email protected] and the numbers are growing. We're getting really, really close to $2 million. So keep on calling. Every call means that we get some close. So we're trying to do that in this hour.
AFR's Commitment to Financial Transparency and Trustworthiness in Ministry Operations
you may know this, folks, but the American Family Radio Network is a member of ecfa, the Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability. That means that all of our books are very transparent. We have annual audits, Bert, you know, for four years now, ever since Dance Celia passed, just an incredible honor. Tim Wildmon called me. I remember the day he called me, and he said, would you be on the board? And to take the seat vacated at the passing of Dan Celia. That was a great honor. One of the things, at every meeting, and this is, you know, multiple times a year, we talk about the audit. the books are looked at to make sure that everything is done just so. And it is. And really, ecva, the Evangelical Council of Financial Accountability is kind of like the Good Housekeeping seal of approval, right? And I just say that, number one, to give God the glory. But. But that, folks, when you donate, and I've been around here 16 years, it is handled with utmost care and faithfulness. And, Bert, I think part of the reason God is blessing, souls are being saved, lives are being changed. Because I think the Lord knows that he can trust this ministry with resources because it is handled faithfully.
They've done a little survey, not a big one, but people who are pledging and have called in the past. Why do you give? And three big things stuck out to me. One was trust, but trust in two ways. Trust financially, trust with truth. And then also trust that we're going to touch people's lives. And when you call 877-616-2396, you're helping in this mission of getting the message of Jesus Christ to a world that desperately needs him. 877-616-2396 or [email protected].
Remembering God's Deliverance and AFR's Role in Strengthening America's Moral Foundation
After crossing the Jordan river into the Promised Land, God instructed the children of Israel to take stones from the river and make a memorial. When their future children would say, what do these stones mean? The parents would recount the Lord's deliver of Israel from slavery and Israel's arrival in the Promised Land. In each of our lives, there are events that ought to be remembered, events where the Lord moved and delivered us. Whether we use stones, photos, or special celebrations, it matters only that we take time to remember what the Lord has done and pass that testimony on to future generations. Since 1977, the American family association has been informing, equipping, and activating individuals to strengthen the public moral foundations of America. The Lord has given us many victories over the years that laid the foundation for our work today and into the future. Learn [email protected] I am a retired prison
chaplain of 30 years, and I can say that your programs have been a blessing to the inmates around the country. Keep up the great work, afr.
The Power of the Gospel in Prisons and the Importance of Discipleship and Biblical Worldview
You are a blessing to the church inside the prison cells.
Thank you.
God continues to provide for this ministry in the faithfulness of his saints during Charathon. Call now at 877-616-2396 to give [email protected] It's Founders Day on American Family Radio.
Did you hear that last testimony? inside the prison walls, the word of God is being proclaimed to, individuals that desperately need to know Christ. And Alex and I both have had the privilege of visiting some of these places. And, many of the times they gather around the radio during the time of exploring the Word and some more Bible teaching programs, and they're following along and they're growing in their faith. And, and when you call and make that pledge at 877-616-2396 or go [email protected], you're a part of that work of carrying the gospel to them. But we also want people to be discipled.
Sharathon Challenge: Encouraging Listener Pledges to Support AFR's Extensive Broadcasting Network
That's the reason we grow. And we want to have a biblical worldview. That biblical worldview means that you have the view of the Bible. And as Tim Wildmon, our president, has said, I've heard him say it, what the Bible is for we're for. And what the Bible is against, we're against. And we want to stand firm. And that's the title of our Sherithon this year. And the scripture that you have for that is First Corinthians 16, 13, 14. Be on your guard, stand firm in the faith, be courageous, be strong, do everything in love. And right now we did not mention that, I don't think in the first segment. And people are still calling strong. But this is the time for a 21st century thousand dollar challenge. That essentially means when you make your pledge, it's been and, or has been matched. And so what a time to use your money wisely. I love compounding. And they talk about compounding interest and everything. But here on afr, your, your pledge is compounded. You not only make, make it possible for us to continue broadcasting, but the ministries that was mentioned earlier, Dr. Dobson, David, Jeremiah and others, it gives them a platform by which they can broadcast their program on AFR stations, 164 stations. What a privilege it is. And so make that call.
Celebrating Progress in Sharathon and Highlighting Listener Contributions from Various Cities
877-616-2396. And Alex, I can tell you, I was looking at the numbers, they're growing, but we want them to grow even faster and higher, don't we?
Well, we really do because this is the resource. These are the resources by which we can broadcast, we can give materials, we can preach the gospel, we can change lives. And I want to say thanks. We're watching these numbers go and we're seeing so many places. Mobile, Alabama, Brookhaven, Mississippi, Leesburg, Georgia, Rayford, North Carolina. I know where that is, Brian. And Rayford, North Carolina, don't forget Ocean
Springs, Mississippi Ocean, one of the most beautiful little towns you've ever been in in Ocean Springs. Thank you, Jimmy.
at, ah, Comstock Paak, Michigan, Carol, up in Michigan. Blessings to you. All right, we are, this, this challenge. $25,000 in this hour.
AFR's Mission and Vision: Equipping Families, Defending Faith, and Transforming Culture
You can be a part of it. You can be a part of it. The number is 877-616-2396. Call 877-616-2396. Bert, I'm staring at some of our documentation. The mission and the vision. it's the gospel, of course, but the mission, the calling from God. Our assignment together, inform, equip, activate individuals and families to transform American culture, to give aid to the church here and abroad and aid in its calling of the Great Commission. do these things matter to you folks? Look, evangelism, discipleship, marriage, family, the sanctity of human life. Stewardship, not only of our personal resources, stewardship and the preservation of our country, religious liberty. And Bert, let me just say we've seen a lot of forces and worldviews. They're fighting for our future, Mark. Marxism, Islam, Sharia. Folks, this is not just a good thing.
The Global Reach of AFR's Ministry and its Role in Spreading the Gospel Worldwide
The warm fuzzies. Look, we're fighting for the soul of our country and our future.
We are. And it's taking place worldwide, even in France if you've been keeping up with it for the last three weeks. They're having all kinds of evil and destructive, quote, protests and they've, done the investigation. And yes, there's those liberals, but guess what, there's that Islamic issue of them coming behind and using this and trying to make havoc, on the streets and everything around. Yes, we've seen it happen in other places, but what we're trying to do, not only here in America, but because of the Internet, we're heard worldwide. And so it's missional in purpose, it's missional in goal. As Alex said, the whole idea is to aid the church in carrying out the Great Commission at home and internationally. And because of the Internet we're able to do that.
Listener Testimonies Highlight the Impact of AFR's Broadcasts and the Importance of Prayer and Support
And there's you. You and I are able to hear this today because people, in the past over 30 years, people have been given to AFR so we could broadcast. So you're getting to listen today because of others and now because of the others given, you can stand on the shoulders of those who gave before you and you give and make it possible to continue to broadcast to here in America and around the world because again of the Internet. So what is the way to do this is to call 877-616-239, 687-76-162396 or go [email protected] and one of the most favorite things, most favorite what? If that's a correct English, I doubt it.
AFR's Role in the Spiritual Battle: Inspiring Listeners and Providing News and Insight
But one of the best things to do is listen to the listener testimonies whose lives have been touched by God through afr.
Let's hear one of those.
Yes, hello, my name is Daniel. Just wanted to take a moment to congratulate AFR and tell you how much it means to me and my wife. We listen daily and in a darkened world we know we're in a spiritual battle. And the news and the insight, the programs that you provide are such an inspiration. So we, we don't feel alone. We love the news, the commentary and especially a disciples view gained a lot of insight. So we Join with you in prayers for our nation, for God, for our country, and to see victories in these midterm elections, and for God to have the ultimate victory over our nation, over our land. Thank you again.
The Expanding Reach of AFR Through Internet and Podcast Platforms
God bless you. Keep up the good work.
Hallelujah. I just got to say this. We have Charles from Escondido. How you say it? California.
Oh, Escondido.
Yes, Escondido. This is what I'm saying. All across America, because of the podcast, because of the Internet, people are able to hear. a few years ago, Dr. Wildmon, our founder, he had the goal of 500 these radio stations, but it was cut off. I won't go into all the details. It wasn't by choice, but he turned to the Internet. And now what they wanted to do to bring destruction to, you know, the network God has used to expand it, and we're able to be heard all over. And we say thank you for giving and calling 877-616-2396. And I just say the next few calls is going to put us over $2 million.
Praise God.
And we're going to celebrate when we see that come up on the screen. Not that we're through, but that we have met that goal.
Celebrating a Milestone: AFR Reaches $2 Million in Pledges During Sharathon
Hey, to everybody donating on behalf of President Tim Wildmon, all the staff, Bert Harper, and myself, we want to say a very sincere thank you. Thank you. Let's keep it coming, though. If you're listening, you're hearing us right now. you know, if you're at all familiar with exploring the Word and with afr, we believe the Bible is God's holy word. We believe Jesus Christ is the one and only Savior. We know that all people need Jesus. If you believe in those things, you believe a miracle is worth praying for, is worth fighting for, then donate. Please call right now. 877-616-2396. This is a partnership, and we're all in it together. All hands on deck.
Amen.
Do you look at your screen? Do you see the number? do I read that correctly?
In this hour, by your participation, good friends, tell it, Bert.
We are at $2,000,342. Praise the Lord.
Amen.
Continued Growth in Sharathon Pledges with Listener Contributions from Across the Nation
Amen.
And guess what? We have. We've done that with 8,780 people calling to make their pledge. So we're still growing. We still have 30 minutes in our time here, and so we can even make that growth higher and higher. And just like Timothy from Sherwood, Arkansas, Cynthia from Jacksonville, Florida, Patricia. let me say, make sure I get this. Lafayette Indiana, it said different in Mississippi, Louisiana and Indiana, we all have Lafayette, but they say it three different ways. And so you don't offend anybody. So I hope I got that right. Indiana. And then Caledonia, Mississippi was Kenny and ah, Sheri from Como, North Carolina.
Yes.
And David from Abilene, Texas.
Sharathon Challenge: Encouraging Listener Participation and Financial Support for AFR's Mission
They've made that call and the numbers are growing. And again, we're in the middle of that $25,000 challenge, which essentially says when you give this, it looks, it's not completely double, but it adds to it because I think we're going to get over 25,000 before the hour is over. Wouldn't that be awesome?
That would be amazing. There's a $25,000 challenge this hour. Bert and I, during this hour, we're praying for God to move and $25,000 plus to come in. And the number, if you want to be a part of this, and I hope you will, call 877-616-2396. you know, just by way of. Thank you. $150 or more gift.
Donor Appreciation: Special Gifts for Support and the Importance of Partnering with AFR
We'll send you Don Wildmon's book on It's My Turn radio scripts. If you make a pledge of $30 or more per month, a monthly gift, you get the, the book by Don Wildmon. Plus this insulated lunch carrier. You carry whatever you want in it, but it'll keep things hot or cold. It's got the AFR logo. It's very cool. So we've got this challenge. Would you, any way that you can, any level that you might feel led be a part of our challenge? We're trying to hit $25,000 this hour, and it's achievable. Now you can also Give securely online afr.net but here's the thing.
Standing Firm: Ministry Partners Support AFR's Broadcast of the Gospel and Outreach Programs
If you call, you'll talk to a friendly voice, a, cheerful. If you need to hear a cheerful voice today and be a part of people being changed forever with the love of Jesus, call 877-616-2396. There are operators, volunteers standing by, even right now.
Let me share with you the whole, the whole theme is, standing firm. And one of the reasons we stand firm is because of partners. And I say that truthfully. we have ministry partners, those that choose to help us broadcast the gospel with their programs, like Dr. Dobson, like, David, Jeremiah, Jeff Schrieve. But we also have ministry partners that's helping us to launch out into ministry. One of those is Truth for Youth Bible Week. Each one, week a year, we give ourselves to work with revival fires and to share the good news of Jesus Christ in our public schools, because students can give the Bibles away, and they do that, and many are saved.
Partnerships in Ministry: Supporting Preborn Clinics and Truth for Youth Bible Week
And then we also partner with PreBorn. Dan Steiner, one of the finest men I've ever had the privilege of knowing. Listen, more individuals are being saved at preborn clinics because the babies are being saved. But when the mothers come in, they hear the gospel. And over 60,000 have been saved in the last few years. So when you make that call and say, I want to be a part of that, you're being a part of that again and again and again. And so we want you to call 877-616-2396 or give [email protected] and just we make this pledge. We're going to share the word of God. And the word of God does not come back. Void. Alex.
Amen. Amen. Do you know I've got the great honor later this month I'll be in Florida speaking for PreBorn at one of their national events. Thanks to, AFR and Dan Steiner.
The Value of AFR's 24/7 Programming and Listener Testimonies of Life Change
I'll be down at PreBorn. you mentioned, our dear friend Tim Todd and the Truth for Youth Bibles. Ah, that every summer at our camps we give away the Truth for Youth Bibles. in fact, folks, if we told you everything that God is doing, every arm and outreach of this ministry, I think we could talk 24 hours a day for a long time.
And it's on 24 hours a day. That's what's neat. Anytime you remember that testimony, the lady said, she wakes up at 2:00 clock until she's, probably not, being able to sleep. So she gets on, gets up, gets her phone, and through the podcast, she can listen to any of the programming she wants to.
Amen.
And that is the value of what we do here on, on AFR. And we ask you to join us by calling 877-616-2396. Alex, I want to stay on this, but I think we'd be remiss if we didn't talk about three years on October 7, three years ago in Israel.
Oh, my goodness.
And, listen, I just want to tell you we stand with Israel's right to exist, the right to protect themselves. And we would do that just on that matter.
AFR's Unwavering Support for Israel and the Importance of Voting and Civic Engagement
But we have a biblical mandate, saying God has called out this nation and he said, I'll bless those that bless you. And he talks about praying for the peace of Jerusalem. We afa, afr, we stand with our friends in Israel do we not?
Well, we absolutely do. Unapologetically, unequivocally, we stand with and we stand for Israel. And, may the comfort of God be very real on this, sad anniversary of the October 7 Hamas terrorist attacks in Israel. you know, by the way, the number, if you would call in right now, please, while you're thinking about it, call 877-616-2396. Bert, you and I were on the radio several months ago on exploring the Word, and a man called in and he said, I just want you to know I've never voted before, but now I vote because we were talking about stewardship, and every vote, every voice matters. And yeah, there's evangelism, lost souls hearing about Jesus, and that happens every single day. But there's also discipleship and people staying with their marriage, people raising their kids in church, people getting out and voting.
Investing in Truth: Underwriting the Gospel, Biblical Worldview, and Christian Values
And I'm telling you, folks, we are in a fight for the future and the soul of America. Help us. Help us, equip and mobilize people for that which is good and true, whether it's standing for Israel, defending America and our Constitution. The church biblical worldview. That's what you're underwriting when you invest in this ministry. You. You're underwriting truth.
We really are. And, we've talked about it, and I'll say it again. Yes, we have the political issues. We have all the societal difficulties. The underlying issue is spiritual, a relationship with God through Jesus Christ that changes everything. When you see the hospitals, when you see the child care for those that. That are born as and they're orphans, you'll find out the church in the past has stepped up, and guess what? We still are.
The Church's Role in Caring for Orphans and Widows, and Supporting Religious Freedom
Amen.
The people of God are still stepping up to make a difference. The book of James makes it plain. True religion is taking care of the orphans and those widows and keep themself unspotted from the world. And that's what we want to do. We want to join you in protecting the vulnerable. And that's why we support this issue of religious freedom, because we're going to share the good news of Jesus Christ. Well, we're coming up on a break, but I just want to share you with you. The numbers are growing, so I'm. You stay with us because at the end of the hour, close to it, we'll tell you how many people have called in and how much money that means has come into afr. And I just tell you it's. It's looking good, but it could look better. So call that number, 877-616-23963 or go [email protected] we want you to be a part of this $25,000 challenge. So make that gift now and watch God grow it. We'll be back in just a second.
A Testimonial of Transformation: From Scorn to Admiration for Don Wildman and AFR's Ministry
In honor of brother Don and Linda Wildmon, it's Founders Day on afr. Here's an employee memory.
When I first heard of Don Wildmon, it was late spring of 77, and I heard a news report about a Mississippi pastor who had called his congregation to, unplug the television for a week. The report was picked up by national network news and was, everywhere. I was living for myself, my pleasure, loving my sin, not interested in God whatsoever. I laughed so hard at this man, Don Wildmon, and said, what does that crazy old coot think he's doing? 1988 came, and I'm living in Germany, and I came to a saving knowledge of the Lord Jesus Christ. And upon returning stateside, heard about the American Family association from a fellow church member who passed the AFA journals on to me after she had read them. And so I became aware of the AFA ministry, but still didn't put it together with the old coot from the news. It wasn't until 1999 in Tupelo, Mississippi, listening to AFR on my office radio, that the Lord would connect the threads of this tapestry for me through a series of events that seemed random at the time. I came to work part time and later full time for afr. The old Coupe was now my boss. This man whom I had despised simply because he dared to take a stand for right and wrong and point out wrong, became one of the most beloved men in my life. I am so thankful that when God spoke, he was listening and he took his stand because it turns out that he was standing in the gap for me.
Brother Don has been standing in the gap for families and Linda has been standing behind him since the inception of this ministry more than 40 years ago.
Listener Gratitude for AFR's Impact on Faith and the Spreading of the Gospel
We praise the Lord for our founder's obedience service during Share a Thon on afr.
Hi, I'm Kathi from Virginia. Since I've begun listening to American Family Radio for quite some time now, but very consistently now, each day, it's been truly a blessing to my life. Life and just really filled me with so much overwhelming love and knowledge and information about our Lord and God. And I'm just thankful and I praise him every day for all those he's using to, reach out to the world for his kingdom, for being able to receive their salvation. I thank God for American Family Radio. Ah. I truly do believe they are meant to here for all of us to come to the Lord.
Honoring Don Wildman's Legacy: Founders Day Celebration and the Importance of Faith Heroes
Call now at 877-616-2396 to give [email protected] It's Founders Day on American Family Radio.
Be on your guard, Stand firm in the faith. Be courageous, be strong, do everything you love. That's First Corinthians 16, 13, and 14. That's really the verse for the fall. 26 share a thon and somebody who was watchful, steadfast, courageous. Oh, my goodness. Courageous. Yes. And strong and loving and absolutely obedient. His name was Don Wildmon. He was the founder of the American Family Association. He's been in heaven several years now, but this is Founders Day, and we're honoring him. Bert. I love the heroes that we look up to.
The Transformative Power of AFR's Ministry: Listener Testimonies of Finding God
I love to do things in honor of those that have shaped my life, because here's the thing. I want to be like them.
Amen.
Don Wildmon was a hero of the faith of our lifetime. And you can honor his legacy and even build on that legacy by giving. Calling right now and making a pledge. 877-616-2396. That's a toll free number. Call it right now. Maybe you're sitting in traffic and keep, your eyes on the road. But if you can dial 877-616-2396 and call in, you'll talk to a friendly voice. And your gift in any amount is a part of what God is doing through American family to evangelize lives. And, it's making a huge difference. I know, Bert. I'm going to throw it to you. I'm blessed because I do a lot of traveling and preaching a everywhere I go. I mean, literally east coast, west coast, middle Upper Northeast, in NewSong England. Everywhere I go, people, stand in line three deep because I have a book table. I take our books and the books. People wait in line three deep to talk, sometimes very emotionally, about how they found God through afa.
Joining the Mission: Encouraging Listener Pledges and Prayers for AFR's Work
That's why we really don't mind saying, folks, help us out here.
Join us. I just want to share with you. Join us in making the pledges. Yes, we do. And then join us in praying and join us in sharing what God is doing. And, 877-616-2396 is that number. And, we want you to dial it right now or, or press it or say it. Whichever way you do, we say dial it. But we really don't dial anymore.
I'm old.
Yeah, they. I know, I do as well. But we have people that are calling. I want to go over the list a little bit because I enjoy doing this.
A Listener's Journey: From Skepticism to Belief Through AFR's Localized Outreach
We got a testimony from a lady, and if she's listening, she'll know. She said she was here in Sharathon years ago, and she heard these two preachers, country preachers, and it was you and me. And they said, I don't know who's listening to them in my area. She said she was in a one, traffic light town, and she said, I bet nobody within 50 miles is listening to them. And she said the next thing that Bert Harper started reading the names of the people and the locations, and there was the town she was in. And she said, okay, I guess this is of God. So I'm going to share these and you may be one of that, like that lady and say, hey, I'm from Waynesboro, Mississippi, like Betty is, and I can make my pledge or another bed. Two Betty's in a row from Blue Springs, Mississippi. Micah from Denmark, Tennessee. Okay, I couldn't wait to do that.
The Digital Expansion of AFR: Reaching Audiences Globally Through Various Online Platforms
Laura from Lake Charles, Louisiana, Bill from Ocean Springs, Mississippi. Ocean Springs is coming through. Rod from Middle Point, Ohio, and James from Montgomery, Texas. They've all called in and say, hey, we're partnering with you, and we want to make AFR stronger than it's ever been by financially supporting. And you can do that by 877-6-16-2396.
do you know what the AFR network, there are licenses for 164 stations. And, you know, one of the great things about the arrival of digital content on the Internet is that, if I have my facts straight, the fcc, the federal communications, they sort of put the brakes on how big this thing could grow.
They turned a little bit of the requirements, and it did change everything, but God was in it and he made the Internet come about.
Exactly. And do you know all of this content, whether it be David, Jeremiah or Dr. Dobson or us on exploring the word, Today's issues, the Hamilton Corner. Jenna Ellis. real, truth for today with Jeff Schrieve. All of this great content, besides being on what we call terrestrial radio, I mean, like a radio station, we're also on the Internet, and people have got the AFA app, we're on Google Play, Amazon, Alexa Roku, all of these formats. People around the world are hearing the gospel biblical worldview, which, let me just say that includes morality, gender, you know, male, and Female. What God our maker, says about gender. Right? And so if you think that we're living in a moment in history where people need to come back to reality and the Lord Jesus and salvation and truth. we believe that because we believe God's word, then we would ask you to partner with the American Family Association. Make a pledge, please, right now. Call in while you're thinking about it, please. 877-616-2396. Dial 877-616-2396. Bert, I gotta tell you, when I was a kid and, I'll never forget, there were a couple of guys at school when I was in like, second, third, fourth grade. And it didn't matter if we were playing dodgeball, kickball, basketball. They just were gonna cheat.
A Commitment to Truth: Financial Integrity and Listener Testimonies of God's Provision
And I didn't like that. You know, honest scorekeeping, honest play, important, I think. And this would be years before I would become a born again believer myself. But, I'm just going to say I've always cared about truth. And I think people still need truth.
The people that contribute, they do. They make it a priority. Truth in our finances and truth in what we report. And that's what we are pledged to do. And I know Brent, we usually play one, but I want him to read one. what about Facebook? Because here, what we've done. You remember a few years ago when Brent was there and our Facebook presence was very small. He built that and he built it, and we started doing that. And now usually we take a phone call at least every Friday from Facebook or more. And so do we have a testimony about Facebook?
We actually do, Bert. And, it's a blessing, this one is. It really caught my eye when it popped up, up. And you guys are going to appreciate this as well. this is from Charlotte. She says, I'm the lady from Conroe, Texas, who wakes up at 2am and I can listen to an assortment of podcasts and other recordings of some of my favorite ministers. I love it. Here's a brief testimony of the money I just sent to afr. My bank account was almost empty.
A Listener's Gratitude: Unexpected Blessings and a Desire to Give Back to AFR
But yesterday I promised God that any unexpected money that showed up last evening I donated off. Well, $70 was given to me for something I was owed. so just a few minutes ago, I was able to give it to afr. My family and I are blessed in so many ways, and I realize I cannot outgive God. I truly appreciate the AFR Broadcasting Network. It is God sent.
Wow.
Amen. Amen.
Facebook can be a blessing sometime for me. To be able to read that. I'm.
Hey, listen, brother, we praise God. God. God is amazing what he does through the means of social media.
AFR's Mission to Proclaim the Gospel and Promote a Biblical Worldview
Jan. And Jan is the one that does it personally for us. And she'll read something. And I say, I'm proud you read that to me, you know, Amen. But so we're having people that are calling, and again, We've got about 10 minutes left in our segment, and we're still growing. And let me just tell you, make it happen. The numbers are growing and exponentially from where we started, but we don't want to stop now. So make that call. 877-616-2396 or give [email protected] you know,
the word of God is true. God's word is, forever. Jesus said so in Matthew 24:35. And Jesus said not one jot or tittle would fail, you know, till all things be fulfilled. And so we believe, in addition to the proclamation of the gospel. Bert, because one of the goals of AFR is to be a leading voice. I would say probably the leading voice in biblical worldview. We're helping people think and live biblically, defend the Christian faith. And so, you're supporting a myriad of really, really fruitful outreach when you support. That's why we don't mind asking you to please support and partner with, with us. And the number you may do that is 8776-1623-9877-7616, 2396. We give God the glory.
Living by Faith: Trusting God with Resources and Glorifying Him in All Things
And, and I'm just going to say, and I know, I've been there, Angie and I, we know what it is to walk by faith. You can't out give God.
You're walking by faith whether you know it or not. Why not have faith in God?
Okay.
Are you faith. Are you having faith in your checkbook? Are you having faith in your power? that's a sorry source. Now, I'm not saying you're not supposed to keep an account of it and ask God to increase it, but I am telling you it is by faith through Jesus Christ that really counts.
Why trust yourself when you can trust God?
Oh, man. Yeah. Who do you go to for answers?
and let me just say this, and I'll throw it back to you. We don't own anything. It's not ours. Our time, our abilities, our finances. God entrusts them to us, but they belong to him, don't they?
There he is. We've been bought with a price. Therefore, glorify God in your bodies.
Amen.
Listen, that's what we are, and that's what we live for. And when you make that call at 877-616-2396 or go [email protected], you're, you're joining us by faith and saying, God, will you give the increase?
Listener Contributions and the $25,000 Sharathon Challenge Amplify the Gospel's Reach
Let me give some names and some places. Alex, I love this. Suzanne from Ponca City, Oklahoma. Yes. Cornelius from Seminole, Texas. Rinda from Shawnee, Oklahoma. Bob from Winchester, Virginia. Carmen from Jacksonville, Florida. Melissa from Ashland, Virginia. And then there is Ruth from Garrett, Pennsylvania. And Patricia from Fayetteville, Arkansas. So all of these have come and said we are being a, part of it. And right now we're in the middle of that $25,000 challenge, which essentially increases your gift. And some people have already said, hey, we want to give, and we want to challenge others to give. Join them in this challenge and, and let your, let your money, be compounded with the gospel of Jesus Christ here on FR.
Encouraging Listener Participation in the Sharathon Challenge and Trucker Support for AFR
God bless you, KCarl in Rocky Mount, North Carolina, over there on i95. We know where that is, by the way. We get calls from so many truckers that go love them, don't we? We do. Hey, by the way, I'm praying for 55 more phone calls this hour. We've got about six minutes before this edition of Exploring the word is off. 55 callers now. 50. Boom, there was five. Okay, call in 50. 50 people call right now. 877-616-239-6877 6162396. Brandon, Mississippi. Carol. Garrett, Pennsylvania.
Making a Difference: The Impact of Listener Calls and the Analogy of Base Hits for the Gospel
I'll be in Somerset this weekend at Living Hope Church. And oh, my goodness, I see so many. Lamar, South Carolina. Thank you, Gloria. Spring, Texas. Thank you, Mark, Bert. I, I played baseball for a number of years growing up, and I wasn't really tall enough or coordinated enough to play basketball. Played baseball. And I remember when my coach used to say, okay, I want some base hits. And whenever he threw out that challenge, all of us, I'm still in touch with a lot of these boys. When he said, I want to see some base hits, it was like, God, it can do.
Yeah. Okay, folks, can't always hit a home run.
Yeah, but, but, you can make a base hit.
Make a base hit.
Folks, let's put, let's put some scoreboard up there for the gospel. I want to see some phone calls. 877-616-2396.
Barbara from Springdale, Arkansas. Terri from Heber Springs, Arkansas.
Celebrating the AFR Team and the Growth of its Social Media Presence
Brad is. Would you Say Joaquin or Yoquin. Yoquin. Texas.
I'm not sure, but yeah.
Thank you. And Rebecca from NewSong Alberta.
Mississipp. Brent Austin. Hey, Brent. What do you say, bro? NewSong Albany, finally.
My new. My new hometown.
Now, is that where you're from?
No, I'm actually from Pontotoc. Okay, I'm rooting for Pontotoc too. Let's get some Pontotoc.
Hey, by the way, we gotta mention Britt Austin. He's a huge part of this team, and we pick. We have the best time, but, that voice you hear. And he. He is the guy that built our Facebook page to over 10,000 and, Facebook friends.
Well, we love our team. we love you, brother.
The AFR Team's Dedication: Working Together to Broadcast the Gospel and Pray for Listeners
Okay. Thank you for doing what you do and not cutting me off when you could. So please keep it up.
I'll take it easier.
Okay.
Marty Sparks running the camera. And the way Alex and I talk, he goes back from one to the other. So when we're in the studio together, he has an easy life putting us both on. And then Richard, Stuart, he answers the phone, and he's that warm voice that you talk about hearing. Richard's got that kind of voice that they. They want to talk to him. So this team, we not only work together to put it on, we pray together many times after the program is over, we'll meet and pray and thank God, pray for individuals. So listen, it's. It's important to us. Day of prayer.
Sharathon Progress: Nearing 9,000 Callers and Aiming for the $25,000 Challenge Goal
Every Tuesday, except here in Charathon, we have a day of prayer, and we've been getting to pray for people all over the United States.
Oh, my goodness. Yeah.
Awesome. So make that call. 877-687-7616-2396. We're well on our way to Alex's challenge. Of 55 callers in these last few minutes, all the numbers are keep on going up, and we just want it
to, 19 calls, okay? 19 calls in the next three minutes. And that call could be you, my dear friend. 8776-1623-9687-7616-2397. Going to preach the gospel. We're going to see God work. We just need a little gas in the tank, folks.
The Power of Compounding: Listener Gifts Amplify the Gospel's Message and Reach
That's all we need. And that's the challenge right now. 25,000 so it exponentially. We call it compounding. At least I do. And so make that call. Do it now. And we're so, so close to what Alex wanted us to do. And it's Amy from Montgomery, Texas. Anne from Huntsville, Texas. And Dianne from Whitehall, Michigan, David from Prairie Grove, Arkansas, Micah from Alexander, Arkansas, Bobby from Lyon, Mississippi and Charles from I got to say this right? Lafayette, Louisiana.
There you go.
We say praise the Lord. Let me give these numbers.
Reaching Milestones: Celebrating 8,990 Callers and Over $2 Million Raised During Sharathon
Okay? Sure.
Do that.
Right now we are just 10 away from 10, from 9,000 8,990 callers so far. Our 2,041,171. Thank you from the bottom of our heart for calling 877-616-2396.
Hey, stay tuned. I'll be back in just a moment with Abe Hamilton III of the Hamilton Corner. This is sure a thon. It's glory to God.
The Future of Our Country in Christ's Hands: A Call to Action During Sharathon
It's good news for people. It's the future of our country in the hands of Christ. Christ, let's make that happen. Stay tuned. AFA is back in the fall-2026 Sheriathon. Call that number. 877-616-2396. Your pledge matters.
Five calls away from 9,000.
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