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As we move into 2026, Co-hosts Cathy Endebrock and Marlene McMichael reflect upon the year 2025, which was marked by both profound loss and powerful movement -- both positive and negative. The impact upon Christians is a heighten awareness of the reality of spiritual warfare and the necessity for Christians not only to pray but also to live out righteous, God-directed lives. Christians must understand that God does not promise a perfect life. Instead, He promises a perfected faith. True victory, peace, and strength come through knowing, studying, and living God’s Word, which equips us to stand against evil, walk in God’s direction, and freely give to others what we have received through Jesus Christ, the Prince of Peace.

LoveTalk Network's fourth and final installment of the 2025 Christmas series brings together Mary’s surrender, Joseph’s courageous obedience, the shepherds’ witness, and the Magi’s devoted search to find the Baby Jesus and honor Him with gifts. God spoke through angels and dreams, but always affirmed His will through prophecy, making it clear that Jesus’ birth was part of a divine, ancient plan. From humble shepherds to foreign Wise Men, God ensured that people of every status, background, and nation were invited to seek and worship the newborn King. The Magi’s journey, gifts, and obedience—along with God’s provision for Joseph, Mary, and Jesus through those gifts—demonstrate that while God’s instructions may be difficult or frightening, He always provides a way.

The Christmas story highlights how God works through humble, ordinary people, and the shepherds embody this truth as unsung heroes of the nativity: though marginalized and overlooked, they were the first to receive the angelic announcement of Jesus’ birth, showing that God’s revelation is accessible to the lowly rather than reserved for the powerful or learned. Their response models the journey of faith—moving from fear to action as they hurried to Bethlehem. Join co-hosts, Kerri Brinkoeter, Cathy Endebrock, and Marlene McMichael as they discuss the Shepherd's story in the third installment in the 2025 Christmas series.

Cathy Endebrock, Kerri Brinkoeter, and Marlene McMichael continue with episode 2 of a four-part series highlighting the birth of Jesus through the eyes of those who were there. The Christmas story is a powerful record of ordinary people responding to God in extraordinary ways—Mary surrendered, Joseph obeyed, the shepherds wondered, and the Magi sought. Each response shows us how faith can be lived out even in the midst of fear, questions, or uncertainty. Joseph's story in Matthew 1:18-25 highlights seven times Joseph obeyed God with a heart of submission, trust and perseverance. Joseph's faith-filled obedience provides us with practical ways to step into whatever God has before us this Christmas season.

The Ladies of LoveTalk Network -- Cathy, Kerri, and Marlene -- begin a four-part series in celebration of the Christmas season. In this first episode, the Ladies explain that Christmas without faith is reduced to only presents, schedules, and draining expectations. However, with faith, the season becomes a true celebration of God’s love and grace, as seen in Mary’s surrender, Joseph’s obedience, the shepherds’ wonder, and the wise men’s search for the infant king. Learn how we are called to know God’s Word, obey it His way in both small and big things, act without delay, persevere in obedience, and trust God’s faithfulness. Mary’s story in Luke 1:26–38 highlights the essence of surrendering to God regardless of the cost or uncertainty. Mary trusted God’s promise and declared, “I am the Lord’s servant. May your word to me be fulfilled.”