On The Edge with Ken Harrison: Recent Episodes
Ken Harrison
Ken is the chairman and CEO of Promise Keepers. Ken’s mission is to provide executive leadership and strategic direction to the ministry while inspiring men to be bold, humble and ambitious about their faith. Harrison also serves as CEO of WaterStone, a Christian Community Foundation that gives away over $1 million per week to build God’s Kingdom. He started his career as an LAPD street cop in the notorious Watts/Compton area. There he received numerous commendations and awards.
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What do you do when your child shows you conditional love as a way of pushing back against parental authority? How do you raise up a child in the Lord who is rebelling every step of the way?
In the fourth part of the Tim Dunn Series, Tim and Ken discuss fatherhood and showing your children unconditional love. Tim explains something that he believes to be a key to child-rearing: Unconditional acceptance but not unconditional approval.
- “If you try to control your children, you're going to disable the kid or chase them away. We need to recognize the reality that God gave our children the power to make their own choices. Do your best to train them on how to make good choices. Then they have a chance to do well, but they might not. That's their choice, not yours.” - Tim Dunn
Tim Dunn is the co-founder and CEO of CrownQuest Operating. He is also the author of Yellow Balloons: Power for Living Life Above the Circumstances. In addition to his writing and business accolades, Tim co-founded Midland Classical Academy in 1998, a non-profit, K-12 learning institution.
If we all decided to give all of our money away at the same time, what would happen?
It would be a game of hot potato: one man giving his money away to another who would give it away to the next, and on and on. We are not called necessarily to give away all of our money, we are called to steward it! How are you stewarding yours?
In the third part of the Tim Dunn Series, Tim and Ken discuss how God has called us to be shrewd stewards and great investors of the gifts we have been given.
- “I think the way to handle money is to always deed it over to Christ. So everyone should give away all their money, but that doesn't mean you stop stewarding the money.” - Tim Dunn
- “You have to decide how to steward your money. You don't have to worry about losing the money, it wasn't yours in the first place. So don't have anxiety about it, but I do think in terms of, ‘OK, what is my best stewardship of this?’” - Tim Dunn
Tim Dunn is the co-founder and CEO of CrownQuest Operating. He is also the author of Yellow Balloons: Power for Living Life Above the Circumstances. In addition to his writing and business accolades, Tim co-founded Midland Classical Academy in 1998, a non-profit, K-12 learning institution.
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What exactly defines success? Your income? The size of your home? The value of your 401k? While all of these things may be a side effect of living a successful life, they do not define it.
In the second part of the Tim Dunn Series, Tim and Ken discuss work ethic, mindset, and mentality and how they relate to and determine success.
- “The main thing a great leader does in any organization is they focus on building structures. Structure determines behavior and is anything that is a series of obstacles that creates a path of least resistance. Make a plan and hold it with open hands. Say ‘if the Lord wills, I am going to do this…’” - Tim Dunn
- “And people tend to say, you're successful because you have a certain amount of worth, value, or income, but all that can be gone tomorrow… Success is really taking the right approach to life.” - Tim Dunn
Tim Dunn is the co-founder and CEO of CrownQuest Operating. He is also the author of Yellow Balloons: Power for Living Life Above the Circumstances. In addition to his writing and business accolades, Tim co-founded Midland Classical Academy in 1998, a non-profit, K-12 learning institution.
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When we are “saved”, what are we being delivered from and what are we being delivered to? This is one of the many topics discussed by Ken Harrison with his guest Tim Dunn.
Tim Dunn is the co-founder and CEO of CrownQuest Operating. He is also the author of Yellow Balloons: Power for Living Life Above the Circumstances. In addition to his writing and business accolades, Tim co-founded Midland Classical Academy in 1998, a non-profit, K-12 learning institution.
In this episode, Tim and Ken discuss the assurance of our salvation that we have through the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ and the life we are called to lead as believers.
- “God says you can learn one or two ways: ‘You can trust me that I know what's best for you or you or you can experience it for yourself.’ Well, if you experience it for yourself, you can get a lot of mess and dirt.” - Tim Dunn
- “We either learn obedience to death on the cross like Jesus did and get that same reward with him. Or we cannot, and we lose that reward. So we're constantly being delivered.” - Tim Dunn
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Chad Hennings, Promise Keepers board member and former Dallas Cowboy, hosts a conversation with New Orleans Saints linebacker Demario Davis.
Last year, Demario was the recipient of the 2021 Super Bowl Breakfast Prestigious Character Award. In honor of this year’s Super Bowl Breakfast, Demario and Chad met up to discuss football and faith. (Don’t forget to tune in for this year’s Super Bowl Breakfast—hosted by Sage Steele and featuring Russell Wilson as this year’s award recipient!)
Listen in as they discuss navigating and balancing sports, family, and discipleship while pursuing Christ above all.
Demario Davis’s NFL history has included him playing for the New York Jets, Cleveland Browns, and most recently, the New Orleans Saints. Davis was also the recipient of the 2021 Super Bowl Breakfast Prestigious Character Award. He is married to his wife of ten years, Tamela Gill-Davis, who joins him in this conversation. Demario is joined in this conversation by his wife of ten years, Tamela Gill-Davis.
- “In today's society, when you see boldness in believers standing up and taking action—standing on what they know to be true. The grace of God is igniting inside of them to give them that confidence, no matter what their peers are thinking, no matter what their bosses are thinking, no matter what mainstream society is trying to tell them. And we need that today.” - Demario Davis
- “I really started to examine my life a little bit and realize that my life wasn't going a direction I wanted it to go and something needed to change… I came to Christ and the scales were removed from my eyes… And so I just had a passion to go and share the gospel in my locker room and beyond.” - Demario Davis
Learn more about the 2021 Super Bowl Breakfast at superbowlbreakfast.com.
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“Excellence isn’t a destination - it’s an identity” with Chad Hennings
This week, Ken’s guest is Chad Hennings - 3-time Super Bowl champion, former fighter pilot, author, entrepreneur, men’s ministry leader — and most importantly husband to Tammy and father to Chase and Brenna.
Together, Ken and Chad discuss the toll of feeling powerless as a father who is unable to heal their child’s sickness, transcending our nation’s turmoil and division through Christ, and the importance of bending our knees to God’s will to find our mission and purpose in life.
Chad Hennings is a three-time Super Bowl champion and Air Force veteran. As an accomplished lineman in high school, Hennings was offered full scholarships from universities across the nation. Instead, he chose to attend the U.S. Air Force Academy, where he earned numerous honors. Hennings’ exemplary achievements earned him a role on the Dallas Cowboys’ roster, but Hennings postponed his entry into the National Football League to fulfill his commitment to the U.S. Air Force. He entered the Euro-NATO program, a training program for top pilots, and soon found himself at the controls of the A-10 Thunderbolt.
During his four-year stint with the Air Force, Hennings flew 45 missions in support of Operation Provide Comfort in northern Iraq, an effort that helped provide relief and humanitarian aid to Kurdish refugees. He received two aerial achievement medals, a humanitarian award and an outstanding unit award for his actions in the service. After his discharge, Hennings joined the Dallas Cowboys, quickly earning a starting position as a defensive lineman. He spent his entire 9-year professional football career with the Cowboys, retiring in 2001 with three Super Bowl rings.
Since his retirement from the NFL, Hennings has found success as a commercial real estate professional, author and motivational speaker. He established Wingmen Ministries, a Christian men’s ministry that concentrates on discipleship. Additionally, Hennings serves on the Promise Keepers Board of Directors.
Twin brothers, David and Jason Benham, are former professional baseball players, nationally acclaimed entrepreneurs, and best selling authors. Their rise to success earned them a reality show with HGTV that was set to air in the fall of 2014 — yet the show was abruptly canceled because of their commitment to Biblical values.
Listen in as they discuss: faith in the workplace, leading your family, and the impact of Godly men who genuinely live their faith in all areas of life.
“Our dad would always say, if your theology is not your biography, then your theology is worthless. In other words, you can talk and pray all things God, but if it doesn't translate into the way that you live, act, and conduct yourself, whether it's in the marketplace, behind a pulpit or wherever you are, then your theology is worthless.”
This is the second episode in a two-part series.
With the “end of times” laid out in Revelation, it is tempting to speculate on if Jesus is coming back in our lifetime. Gene Getz shares his insight on when the Lord might be returning and how we should live in the meantime.
Gene Getz, author of The Measure of a Man, is director for the Center for Church Renewal and is pastor of Fellowship Bible Church, Plano, Texas. He is also an adjunct professor in pastoral studies at Dallas Theological Seminary.
In the second part of this two-part episode, Ken and Gene discuss spiritual gifts and salvation assurance “by grace through faith”.
- “If we understand grace, if we really understand it, it teaches us to live a godly life. In other words, how can we live a sinful life when God has given everything through his Son, Jesus?” - Gene Getz
- “We need to teach the Second Coming. We need to realize he could come at any moment. I don't think there's any reason he couldn't come at any moment and remove us from this earth and come back to this Earth after the rest of Revelation is fulfilled. But the important thing is: am I living in view of the fact that Jesus could come? We need to be ready.” - Gene Getz
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When COVID-19 threatened to take his life, Gene Getz did not give up. Instead, he allowed the experience to renew his relationship with his family and friends and to remind others that God is always faithful.
Gene Getz, author of The Measure of a Man, is director for the Center for Church Renewal and is pastor of Fellowship Bible Church, Plano, Texas. He is also an adjunct professor in pastoral studies at Dallas Theological Seminary.
In this episode, Gene and Ken talk about Gene’s bout with COVID-19 and how in the midst of hardship and depression, it is important to seek out and recognize God’s faithfulness. Ken and Gene also discuss The Measure of a Man turning 50 and how it has impacted lives all over the globe for the last half-century.
- “We can be thankful in all things that God hasn't forsaken us… I'm not sure I'm in a position to say, ‘Lord, I just thank you for giving me this horrible COVID experience.’ But I'm thankful that he hasn't forsaken me. He's given me a new appreciation of my family. A new appreciation of prayer, a new appreciation of humility.” - Gene Getz
- “Anywhere in the world that you go – the heart of Africa, to the heart of India, to the heart of China, the qualities [in The Measure of a Man] are a reflection of Jesus Christ. And that's why it's never gone out of print, because those qualities are super cultural.” - Gene Getz
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Science tells us that gender boils down to X and Y chromosomes, but scientists and psychologists tell us that gender is a choice. How do we reconcile these obvious contradictions? When “facts” are twisted and sold as subjective, Christians must fight for objective truth.
Dr. Jeff Myers is president of Summit Ministries in Manitou Springs, CO. Dr. Myers’ many books and video courses on the Christian worldview and social issues include “Secrets of Great Communicators,” “Secrets of the World-Changers,” “Secrets of Everyday Leaders,” “Grow Together,” “Cultivate,” “The Summit Worldview Library,” “The Secret Battle of the Ideas About God,” and “Unquestioned Answers.”
In this episode, Dr. Myers explains how Biblical truth applies to today’s discussion of gender identity and gender dysphoria.
- “The battle of our day is not between Republicans and Democrats, or conservatives and liberals, or red states and blue states, or even the religious and the non-religious. The battle of our day is over whether we can know truth… and the biblical understanding is the truth does exist and it can be expressed mathematically.” - Jeff Myers
- “Anything that we place our identity in other than Christ will lead us to confusion and purposeless.” - Jeff Myers
- “Do I have a gender identity? I do. Do I have a racial identity? I do. Do I have an economic identity? I do. Do I have a vocational identity? I do. But if I take any one of those things and I allow it to be the primary organizing principle of my life other than Christ, then I will be misled.” - Jeff Myers
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This is the second episode in a two-part series.
As a father, how do you stand at the helm of your ship and guide and direct your crew—your family—in love? Are you, the captain, respected and trusted as a leader? Dr. Meg Meeker shares suggestions for parenting children through gender dysphoria, away from the lies of our culture, and towards Jesus Christ.
Dr. Meg Meeker is a pediatrician with more than 30 years of experience, mother of four, and grandmother of six. She has authored 7 books including “Strong Father, Strong Daughter” and “Boys Will Be Boys: 7 Secrets to Raising Healthy Sons,” and has spoken globally about raising up the next generation.
In the second part of this two-part episode, Ken and Meg discuss the importance of strong fathers and their role within the family.
- "There are a lot of kids who want to be accepted. They don't want to be guilty. And if you're guilty because you're a white male, the best way to not be guilty is to be gay or transgender because then nobody can attack you anymore. So, we have to, as parents, realize that...[and not] overreact. Let's have patience, and time will probably heal most of these [situations], as we've seen through science." - Dr. Meg Meeker
- "If you think about people who are successful at anything, relationships, their work, their friendships. These are people who know failure really well, and they've had to stand back up again and go at it again." - Dr. Meg Meeker
- “This generation of kids, they want to know why… They want to know why they should believe in Christ, why they should believe in God. They want the why’s. And so if you tell them the why’s and then you show them the best way to go, their instincts are going to tell them to go there.” - Dr. Meg Meeker
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How do you move forward if you feel like you have already failed as a father? How would you respond to a child questioning their gender identity? These are some of the hard questions asked and answered in this part one episode with Dr. Meg Meeker.
Dr. Meg Meeker is a pediatrician with more than 30 years of experience, mother of four, and grandmother of six. She has authored 7 books including “Strong Father, Strong Daughter” and has spoken globally about raising up the next generation.
In the first part of this two-part episode, Ken and Meg discuss the important role fathers play in raising up their sons and daughters in a godly way. Dr. Meeker shares how to navigate raising a child in a culture where “gender identity” is viewed as negotiable and what to do if the topic of “transitioning” arises with your child.
- “You're accountable to God. So what you need to do from a biblical perspective is look at that child and say to them, you know, God created you perfectly because God doesn't make mistakes.” - Dr. Meg Meeker
- “I believe that if fathers could see who they are through their kid's eyes and in particular the eyes of their daughters, their lives would never be the same because dads are larger than life in their kids' eyes. They are heroes! Girls want protection, even when they're 18 and 19. Their dads are the love of their lives. ” - Dr. Meg Meeker
Tune in next week for Part 2 of our conversation with Dr. Meg Meeker.
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At 8 years old, Pastor Wilfredo “Choco” de Jesús was abandoned by his father, failed the third grade for not being able to read or write, and found himself navigating the gang-filled landscape of inner-city Chicago.
But through all this, God was faithful. Pastor Choco overcame and used what he learned along the way to serve the Kingdom of God.
Pastor Choco is the former senior pastor of New Life Covenant Ministries, founder of the Chicago Dream Center, author of “Love Them Anyway” and “Move into More”, the first Hispanic executive in the U. S. Assemblies of God, and was named as one of Time Magazine’s 100 Most Influential men.
In this episode, they discuss unconditional Christ-like love, and how we can take the pain that molds us and use it to become better fathers, uncles, husbands, grandfathers, and sons of God.
- “I should have never been on Time Magazine as Time 100. And that just tells me, Ken, that God has a purpose. And can I just say to your viewers that God is in the business of using unusual people.” - Pastor Choco
- “The church should always be present, no matter what…and not be afraid of what's going on in culture.” - Pastor Choco
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What do you do when the unthinkable happens? Chris Norton was faced with this question when, after a tragic football accident, he was told by doctors he would never walk again.
Chris is the coauthor of The Seven Longest Yards, subject of the film 7 Yards: The Chris Norton Story and a motivational speaker sharing the story of how a life-altering football injury shaped his life for the better.
In this episode, Chris and Ken discuss how faith, radical responsibility, community, and having a purpose outside of yourself can turn pain into something great.
- “I just have this belief that I am responsible for my future, right? You gave it to God, but then you got to do your part and put in the work, and I knew that I had to trust God. And what was going on and how we can turn this pain into a purpose. And then I got to do my part and get to work and see what can come from it.” - Chris Norton
- “No matter what you go through in life, if you keep going, if you keep praying and keep believing, know that good things can come. You don't know when it will come. But I do believe that God will turn your pain into a purpose.” - Chris Norton
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For more than 20 years, Dallas Jenkins worked to make it in the film industry. But it wasn’t until his feature-length film bombed at the box office that he stopped caring what Hollywood thought—and began working on a project that would touch millions.
Dallas is the director and producer of “The Chosen,” the acclaimed series on the life of Jesus and most successful media crowdfund project to date. “The Chosen” has been watched by tens of millions of people across the world and endorsed by leaders like Kirk Cousins, Pastor Sam Rodriguez, Anne Graham Lotz, and Joni Eareckson Tada.
In this episode, Dallas and Ken discuss how so often God allows us to walk a path of failure before showing us His grace and His plan. Listen in for a conversation on keeping the first things first and the vision for “The Chosen” into the future.
- “I think there's a reason why one of the first things Jesus says in the Sermon on the Mount is ‘Blessed are those who mourn.’ I really do. I think that we all have to get to the point of mourning our inadequacy and who we are. Then that can lead us to the beautiful grace and love of Jesus.” - Ken Harrison
- “The moment I get at all distracted and start caring about what comments I'm going to see on YouTube—I think the show is dead. And so I just really want to maintain that posture of genuine surrender and focus solely on pleasing Him.” - Dallas Jenkins
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Ken Harrison is joined by author, speaker, and COO of Messenger International Addison Bevere. Bevere describes the power of a parent's humble apology by sharing his own experience with his father, John Bevere, why God chooses to carry out His Kingdom's work through imperfect people, and how to release yourself from the overwhelming pressure of cancel culture.
Ken Harrison is joined by Canadian astrophysicist and the Founder of Reasons to Believe, Dr. Hugh Ross. Ross describes his view on creationism, how scientific evidence supports Scripture, and the primary reason why God created the universe as a tool to eradicate evil once and for all.
Ken Harrison is joined by author, speaker, and COO of Messenger International Addison Bevere. Bevere shares how we can redirect our differences to constructively work together, rather than let them divide us, what will happen if we are not intentional with God's Word, and why he strongly encourages parents to create a space of patience for their children.
Ken Harrison is joined by author, speaker, and COO of Messenger International Addison Bevere. Bevere shares how we can ditch our comfort zones and step into the obedience of God, what his parent's (John and Lisa Bevere) unwavering openness to God taught him, and why the Kingdom of God flourishes best through relationships and the empowerment of others.
Ken Harrison is joined by serial entrepreneur and best-selling author Jordan Raynor. Raynor shares how Jesus' lifestyle led him to be purposeful, present, and productive, what we can achieve by being fully present at work and home, and why having a rich prayer life without distraction is essential.
Ken Harrison is joined by Summit Ministries' President, Dr. Jeff Myers. Myers shares how he is equipping the rising generation to champion a biblical worldview, what Marxism in America really means, and why America's founding fathers made the distinction that the government doesn't give us our rights, God does.
Ken Harrison is joined by evangelist Matt Brown. Brown shares the moment God called on him to share the message of the Gospel, why Christians have a great responsibility to represent God to a watching world, and how to boldly stand up for God’s better way while still extending His grace.
Ken Harrison is joined by the former two-term governor of Tennessee, Bill Haslam. Haslam shares his journey from seminary school to politics, why he challenges the belief that politics requires moral compromise, and how Christians can be a key to reuniting America by becoming involved in the public square.
In this episode, Ken chooses a handful of encouraging highlights from Promise Keepers' 2021 Men's Conference at AT&T Stadium. Hear from uplifting leaders like Lt. Gen. Jerry Boykin (Ret.), former Dallas Cowboy Johnathan Evans, best- selling author and mentor A.R. Bernard, and more.
In this episode, Ken chooses a handful of encouraging highlights from Promise Keepers' 2021 Men's Conference at AT&T Stadium. Hear from uplifting leaders like Rev. Samuel Rodriguez, best-selling author Dr. Les Parrott, former Dallas Cowboy Chad Hennings, and more.
In this week's episode, host Ken Harrison shares his personal journey to Christ, how his time serving in the LAPD significantly shaped his 20s, and why he made the decision to turn in his badge and pursue a different career path,leading him to successfully grow and sell the majority of his business to the second-largest commercial real estate company in the world, and later pursue leadership roles at Waterstone and Promise Keepers.
This week Ken switches things up by answering listener's burning questions. After hearing Ken's straightforward advice, be ready to activate your inner warrior as a Christian man and empower men around you to do the same.
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How do I pivot from the excitement from a church service or a live Christian event to action and application?
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How do I, as a female, connect with and trust men when I grew up with a father who was not present?
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How do we encourage the next generation of Christian men to become empowered and step into their Biblical manhood?
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What are the best ways for men to honor their wives and demonstrate leadership in their marriages?
This week Ken switches things up by answering listener's burning questions. After hearing Ken's straightforward advice, be ready to activate your inner warrior as a Christian man and empower men around you to do the same.
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I hear men around me talking about how they hear God speak directly to them. I haven't had this experience. Am I doing something wrong?
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How do I recognize Satan actively working in my life?
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Why is it important for Christian men to have friends and how can I carve out time to get connected and make these relationships?
Tune in for part 3 next week!
This week Ken switches things up by answering listener's burning questions. After hearing Ken's straightforward advice, be ready to activate your inner warrior as a Christian man and empower men around you to do the same.
Caller questions:
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How do I step into Biblical manhood and activate the warrior inside me?
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What can I do as a Christian man to overcome my fears?
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How do I become bold and fearless without coming off as cocky or arrogant?
Tune in for part 2 next week!
Ken Harrison is joined by the founder of Man in the Mirror, Patrick Morley. Morley discusses the younger generation of men and their growing need for spiritual mentorship, why our powerful similarities can overcome our differences, and how to decipher which voice we hear speaking to us—the world, the flesh, the Devil, or the Holy Spirit.
Ken Harrison is joined by Kevin and Andrew Palau. Together they share the legacy of their late father, Evangelist Luis Palau, why he was able to capture the hearts of those around the world, and how to powerfully walk in obedience with the Lord when you face persistent conflict.
Ken Harrison is joined by speaker, author, and movement leader Greg Stier. Stier shares his mother's story of considering abortion, how his family members were transformed one by one through the power of the Gospel, and the catalyst for his ministry, Dare 2 Share.
Ken Harrison is joined by Bremerton football coach Joe Kennedy. Kennedy shares his unique story of Christian character and commitment, the importance of religious freedom, and where his case stands today.
In this episode, Ken chooses a handful of his favorite moments from Season 2 of 'On the Edge with Ken Harrison.' It is his hope that these moments can bring you encouragement like they did for him. Hear from guests Phil Robertson, A.R. Bernard, Miles McPherson, Senator James Lankford and more.
Ken Harrison is joined by author and teacher Pastor Daniel Fusco. Fusco shares the catalyst for his salvation, what The Sermon on the Mount teaches us about Jesus' instructions for our happiness, and how to find this message of happiness in today's depressed and anxiety-filled culture.
Ken Harrison is joined by author, internet safety advocate, media commentator and film producer Donna Rice Hughes. Hughes shares her salvation story, remaining steadfast in Christ during trauma and betrayal, and how to overcome what Satan builds against you to help others and walk into your Destiny.
Ken Harrison is joined by Former Congressman Bob McEwen. McEwen discusses why America is under attack, combating Satan's agenda to seek, destroy, and divide, and how to spiritually overcome addiction.
Ken Harrison is joined by best-selling author Pastor Mark Batterson. Batterson shares his four principles of peacemaking, how to "win" each day, and the power in utilizing our individual gifts for the Kingdom.
Ken Harrison is joined by an American hero, Lt. Gen. Jerry Boykin (Ret.). Boykin shares his stories as a founding member of Delta Force, how Christians can put their faith into action, and becoming a warrior in God's Kingdom.
Ken Harrison is joined by best-selling author, teacher, and mentor A. R. Bernard. Together they discuss why Bernard departed the Nation of Islam to be saved by Christ, how humility and empathy can be used as important tools for racial reconciliation, and Bernard’s take on the spiritual and moral crisis in America.
Ken Harrison is joined by best-selling author, political commentator, and TV host Lieutenant Colonel Oliver North, USMC (Ret.). Together they discuss the mental health crisis among active duty armed forces and veterans, living with post-traumatic stress, and the importance of depoliticizing our military.
Ken Harrison is joined by Os Guinness. Together they discuss Os’ unique childhood, today's relationship between Church and state, and the need for Christians to remain steadfast in an ever-growing secular society.
Ken Harrison is joined by Kevin Jessip. Together they discuss the success of The Return, America’s destined revival, and God’s sacred plan for those that have been tested, tried, and found true.
Ken Harrison is joined by New York Times bestselling author, speaker, and radio host Eric Metaxas. Together they discuss the life story of Dietrich Bonhoeffer, his commitment to justice on behalf of those who faced implacable evil, and how we can apply his courage today.
Ken Harrison is joined by three-time New York Times bestselling author Rod Dreher. Together they discuss how the Soviets gained control over Russia and the Eastern Bloc, the Communist exploitation of people who lost their identity and were overcome with loneliness, and the parallels in America today. Together they discuss how the Soviets gained control over Russia and the Eastern Bloc, the Communist exploitation of people who lost their identity and were overcome with loneliness, and the parallels in America today.
Ken Harrison is joined by internationally known evangelist and best-selling author John Bevere on the latest episode of “On the Edge with Ken Harrison.” Together they discuss an experience that forever influenced John’s walk with Christ, the difference between being scared of the Lord and fearing the Lord, and God’s call for us to return to his heart.
The difference between being scared of the Lord and fearing the Lord:
“A person who is scared of God has something to hide, but a person who fears God has nothing to hide. Fearing the Lord is not equal to being scared of God. We can't have intimacy with God if we’re scared of him, but rather the person who fears God is terrified of being away from him. We fear God when we embrace his heart and venerate him above everything and everyone else. What is important to him becomes important to me and what is not important to him is not important to me.”
Ken Harrison is joined by former U.S. Navy SEAL and Founder of Life of Valor, Jeff Bramstedt. Together they discuss what it takes to become a U.S. Navy SEAL, surrounding yourself with people whose strengths are your weaknesses, and Bramstedt’s story of donating a portion of his liver out of Christian love for someone he had never met.
On becoming a U.S. Navy SEAL and practicing the legacy of excellence...
“I would say to anybody who wants to become a SEAL, understand that your body is ten times more capable than your brain tells it that it is. When you become tired, and your muscles and your body are saying ‘I’m exhausted. I need rest.’ know that you can still keep going. In training, you’re going to be pushed to the edge of your capabilities and who you have always known yourself to be physically.
Once you are launched off the ledge of your limitations, you will realize that you didn't fail and you didn't fall down. Not only are you still on your feet, but you will have a whole set of new limits—this is what the training is all about, pushing you past your limits and coming through the other side. You will be able to do more than you ever thought possible.”
Ken Harrison is joined by former San Diego Charger, author, and pastor Miles McPherson. Together they discuss McPherson’s unique perspective on race, how to successfully build a megachurch, and how to be humble and see people in the image of God.
“We’ve got to act like we have something to confront the darkness with because we do—it's Jesus." - Pat Boone
Ken Harrison is joined this week by legendary singer, composer, actor, and writer Pat Boone. Together they discuss Boone’s rise to fame, his take on the shocking and scandalous performances at the 2021 Grammys, and how Christians can push back on the perversion that is being widely accepted as “culture”.
Ken Harrison is joined by journalist, commentator, and digital TV host Billy Hallowell on the latest episode of “On the Edge with Ken Harrison.” Together they discuss pop culture’s obsession with the demonic, what the Bible says about possession, and why the church remains silent on the existence of demons, even when the Bible tells us it’s undeniable.
BILLY HALLOWELL is a journalist, commentator, and digital TV host who has covered thousands of the biggest faith and culture stories of our time. He has written more than 13,000 articles on faith, culture, and politics.
Billy is the author of three books, including his newest release Playing With Fire: A Modern Investigation into Demons, Exorcism, and Ghosts where he explores the demonic realm from a journalistic perspective. He is the podcast host of “Edifi With Billy Hallowell”, “The Church Boys”, “The Pure Flix Podcast” and co-hosts “The Crazy Happy Podcast”.
Find Billy running the Edifi app and The Edifi Podcast Network alongside the Christian Post as he produces and features a plethora of powerful weekly shows alongside transformational pastors and influencers.
“I once asked a guy, ‘What's the best advice you can give me as a young man entering into marriage?’ And he said, ‘That’s easy, pray with your wife every day.’"
Ken Harrison is joined this week by Dennis Rainey, founder of FamilyLife and best-selling author. In this episode, Dennis shares his famous bear trap story and he and Ken discuss parents’ marital imprint on their children and how to honor your wife through commitment and action.
Ken Harrison is joined by best-selling author, radio host, and pastor Steve Arterburn on the latest episode of “On the Edge with Ken Harrison.” Together they discuss how pornography addicts men, how it creates a supernatural bond that leads men to hate their wives, and why women covering for their husbands and concealing their problems makes things worse. In addition, Arterburn shares his own story of the connection between pornography in his own life.
“Sometimes you have to disturb the peace to make peace. The strategy to keep your husband’s addiction and actions quiet, such as to not reach out for help when he beats you, is a problem. That's keeping the status quo, and we know that God does not honor peacekeepers; He honors peacemakers.” — Steve Arterburn
This week, we're presenting the Promise Keepers Couples Session as part of a special edition of "On the Edge with Ken Harrison."
For the past couple of weeks, we've broadcast the Promise Keepers Men's Marriage Challenge. Now we're wrapping up this special series with practical teaching on marriage for couples. Invite your wife to listen as we hear from Dr. Gary and Barb Rosberg, Brian and Melissa Chu, Corwin and Kim Anthony, and Dr. Johnny and Lezlyn Parker.
📱 You're invited to take part in 3 weeks of daily challenges to help put this event into action in YOUR marriage! Access the daily challenges by downloading the Promise Keepers app. Just search "Promise Keepers" on the App Store or Google Play to get started.
This week, we’re presenting Part 2 of this special edition of “On the Edge with Ken Harrison,” featuring Promise Keepers’ Men’s Marriage Summit. Speakers include:- Dr. Gary Chapman (of the 5 Love Languages: The Secret to Love that Lasts)- John Bevere and Lisa Bevere of Messenger International
- Jimmy Evans of Gateway Church
- Dr. Gary Rosberg, marriage expert and ministry leader at Dr. Gary and Barb Rosberg
- Jerrad Lopes of Dad Tired & Loving It
- Crawford Lorrits of Fellowship Bible Church Roswell, GA
- Addison Bevere
- Al Robertson
- Rev. Samuel Rodriguez
- Tim Ross of Embassy City Church
- Jonathan Evans
- Rick Burgess of Rick and Bubba and the Man Church
- Dan Seaborn
- Brad Stine
- Victor Marx
- Chad Hennings
- Ken Harrison of Promise KeepersYou’re invited to take part in 3 weeks of daily challenges to help put this event into action in YOUR marriage! Access the daily challenges by downloading the Promise Keepers app. Just search “Promise Keepers” on the App Store or Google Play to get started.
Listen now and let us know what you think! 👇
Speakers include:
- Dr. Gary Chapman
- John & Lisa Bevere
- Jimmy Evans of Gateway Church
- Dr. Gary Rosberg, marriage expert and ministry leader at Dr. Gary and Barb Rosberg
- Jerrad Lopes
- Crawford Lorrits of Fellowship Roswell
- Addison Bevere
- Al Robertson
- Samuel Rodriguez
- Tim Ross
- Jonathan Evans
- Rick Burgess
- Dan Seaborn
- Brad Stine
- Victor Marx
- Chad Hennings
- Ken Harrison
📱 You're invited to take part in 3 weeks of daily challenges to help put this event into action in YOUR marriage! Access the daily challenges by downloading the Promise Keepers app. Just search "Promise Keepers" on the App Store or Google Play to get started.
Ken Harrison is joined by powerhouse evangelist James Robison. Together they discuss Robison’s story of overcoming fatherlessness, the religious and political divide among Christians, and how the divide can be unified through the people’s embrace of Biblical principles, not political candidates or parties.
Highlights of Robison’s interview in the podcast include:
“I think one of the things that we all agree on is that fatherlessness is one of the things that's driving today’s dismissal of Biblical principles. You kind of have the ultimate fatherlessness story. You were conceived in rape and you almost shot your dad, at 12 years old, with your new hunting rifle when he came back to exploit your mother. Tell us how you became the guy who's selling out football stadiums and having 60,000 people come to watch you as a very young man. How do you go from no dad to being so useful in the kingdom of God?”
Ken Harrison is joined by Biblical investigator, international explorer, and bestselling author Bob Cornuke. Together they discuss different interpretations of Biblical word, Cornuke’s daughter’s diagnosis of Lyme’s disease, and the power behind showing an absent father mercy.
5 Love Languages and How to Radically Strengthen Your Relationships
Ken Harrison is joined by best-selling author Dr. Gary Chapman. Together they discuss the five love languages, the importance of apology and forgiveness for a long-term, healthy marriage and how to love your spouse the way Christ loves his church.
Dr. Gary Chapman is the senior associate pastor at Calvary Baptist Church in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. He’s an international public speaker and the best-selling author of numerous books. Additionally, he hosts a nationally syndicated radio program, A Love Language Minute, and a Saturday morning program, Building Relationships with Dr. Gary Chapman, both airing on more than 400 stations. Dr. Chapman holds several academic degrees including a Ph.D. in adult education from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary.
Today's guest is Pastor Steve Farrar. Ken and Pastor Steve discuss the downheartedness of depression, experiencing God’s loving discipline, and how to build spiritual muscle.
Steve Farrar, known for his candor, his humor, and his commitment, is a fierce advocate for his mission to equip men to be the spiritual leaders of their homes and churches. He earned his doctorate from Dallas Theological Seminary and he has pastored several churches. In 1990 he founded Men’s Leadership Ministries and has been speaking to men around the world ever since.
Farrar has spoken at hundreds of men’s conferences and events, and has authored 20 books for men, including the bestseller, Point Man. For twenty years he has taught a weekly Men’s Bible study in Dallas that is attended by several hundred men and it is continually updated on-line.
Additionally, Farrar serves on Promise Keepers’ Pastoral Advisory Board.
“Excellence isn’t a destination - it’s an identity” with Chad Hennings
This week, Ken’s guest is Chad Hennings - 3-time Super Bowl champion, former fighter pilot, author, entrepreneur, men’s ministry leader — and most importantly husband to Tammy and father to Chase and Brenna.
Together, Ken and Chad discuss the toll of feeling powerless as a father who is unable to heal their child’s sickness, transcending our nation’s turmoil and division through Christ, and the importance of bending our knees to God’s will to find our mission and purpose in life.
Chad Hennings is a three-time Super Bowl champion and Air Force veteran. As an accomplished lineman in high school, Hennings was offered full scholarships from universities across the nation. Instead, he chose to attend the U.S. Air Force Academy, where he earned numerous honors. Hennings’ exemplary achievements earned him a role on the Dallas Cowboys’ roster, but Hennings postponed his entry into the National Football League to fulfill his commitment to the U.S. Air Force. He entered the Euro-NATO program, a training program for top pilots, and soon found himself at the controls of the A-10 Thunderbolt.
During his four-year stint with the Air Force, Hennings flew 45 missions in support of Operation Provide Comfort in northern Iraq, an effort that helped provide relief and humanitarian aid to Kurdish refugees. He received two aerial achievement medals, a humanitarian award and an outstanding unit award for his actions in the service. After his discharge, Hennings joined the Dallas Cowboys, quickly earning a starting position as a defensive lineman. He spent his entire 9-year professional football career with the Cowboys, retiring in 2001 with three Super Bowl rings.
Since his retirement from the NFL, Hennings has found success as a commercial real estate professional, author and motivational speaker. He established Wingmen Ministries, a Christian men’s ministry that concentrates on discipleship. Additionally, Hennings serves on the Promise Keepers Board of Directors.
Ken and Kevin discuss fatherlessness, the war on women, and Black Lives Matter.
Kevin McGary is an entrepreneur, author, and public speaker. McGary serves as Chairman of the Frederick Douglass Foundation of California and is an executive with the Douglass Leadership Institute and the Northstar Leadership Pac. Additionally, McGary serves as the President of Every Black Life Matters. As a professional, he has worked in the field of information technology for over thirty-five years. McGary is passionate about leading proactive individuals committed to developing innovative and new approaches to current social and political issues. With the assistance of elected officials and a myriad of community activists, he frequently hosts lectures and provides workshops about today’s most pressing issues.
Ken Harrison and guest Mark McClain discuss the responsibility of stewarding money well, how to be a financially wise giver, and the importance of following God’s calling through a faith-filled mindset.
Mark McClain is the CEO and Founder of SailPoint (NYSE:SAIL). McClain has over 35 years of experience in technology, with over 20 years as a founder and leader of innovative identity management companies. Under his direction, the company has grown into a publicly recognized leader in its market. McClain directs and drives the overall vision and strategy for SailPoint, which is underpinned by his commitment and passion for building top-performing teams, creating a collaborative and innovative work environment, and focusing continuously on the needs of customers.
Prior to SailPoint, he co-founded Waveset Technologies, which was ultimately acquired by Sun Microsystems. McClain’s career also includes diverse experience in international sales and marketing with Hewlett-Packard and IBM/Tivoli Systems.
“I think money is the ultimate barometer in some ways of our faith.
If you don’t deal with money well,
there are probably other things wrong with your theology.” — Mark McClain
NOTE: This episode contains references and descriptions of suicide.
Matt Mattera joins Ken Harrison to discuss the brain and spiritual warfare as it relates to the topic of suicide. Matt lost several members of his family—including his father and teenage daughter—to suicide and shares from that experience.
In this episode, Ken and Rick talk about losing a loved one, building a strong household under Christ, and the importance of a father’s leadership in times of turbulence.
Rick Burgess has been the co-host of the “Rick and Bubba Show” since 1994, a nationally syndicated radio show which airs to 1.2 million people weekly. Burgess has coauthored multiple New York Times bestselling books that are autobiographical in nature, but his latest release is a 40-day devotional designed to disciple men. How to Be a Man, the Pursuit of Christ-Centered Masculinity is coauthored by Andy Blanks and was released by Iron Hill Press in 2017. Burgess has appeared on various radio and television shows including Fox and Friends and the Sean Hannity Show as a commentator and guest. He is a frequent speaker at church services and youth and marriage conferences, but his true passion is men’s ministry.
Ken is joined by Phil Robertson and they discuss several
Topics including Phil’s daughter, Phyllis, his meeting with Donald Trump, and God’s return.
Phil Robertson is a professional hunter who invented his own duck call and founded the successful Duck Commander Company. He also starred in the popular television series on A&E, Duck Dynasty, and is now the host of the new subscription television series In the Woods with Phil on CRTV.com. He is a New York Times bestselling author of The Theft of America’s Soul, Happy, Happy, Happy, and UnPHILtered. His newest release is Jesus Politics: How to Win Back The Soul of America. He and his wife, Kay, live in West Monroe, Louisiana. He has five children, 18 grandchildren, and seven great-grandchildren.
On this Episode, host Ken Harrison explores issues of infidelity, overcoming sin, and finding redemption with Phil and Al Robertson of Duck Dynasty.
Phil Robertson is a professional hunter who invented his own duck call and founded the successful Duck Commander Company. He also starred in the popular television series on A&E, Duck Dynasty, an accomplished author and hosts several shows.
Al Robertson is the oldest son of Phil and Kay Robertson. He helped start the family business, Duck Commander and left in the late ’80s to serve as a Pastor for 22 years. Al has authored and co-authored five books and speaks around the country about the reasons behind the success of the show and the Robertson’s values of faith, family, and ducks.
In this episode, Ken and Pastor Steve Berger explore issues of celebrity pastors, loss of a loved one, and building a foundation with Christ so that no matter what comes your way, you can stand and still even trust him.
For nearly 30 years, Steve Berger’s ministry has been marked by purpose and passion. He is the founding Pastor of Grace Chapel (gracechapel.net) in Tennessee and is known for his straight-talk in the pulpit.
Victor Marx is a high-risk humanitarian with successful missions to Iraq, Syria, North Africa, and Southeast Asia – many times in non-permissive and high threat environments, helping orphans and widows.
Severely abused and tortured as a child, by the time he graduated from high school, Marx’s lifestyle was filled with drugs, fights, and theft. The discipline of military life and faith in God helped him recover from his traumatic childhood and empowers him to help others. Today, Victor focuses his attention on the plights of those affected by ISIS, troubled juvenile offenders, and supporting military personnel from all branches including the special operations community.
Twin brothers, David and Jason Benham, are former professional baseball players, nationally acclaimed entrepreneurs, and best selling authors. Their rise to success earned them a reality show with HGTV that was set to air in the fall of 2014 — yet the show was abruptly canceled because of their commitment to Biblical values.
Listen in as they discuss: faith in the workplace, leading your family, and the impact of Godly men who genuinely live their faith in all areas of life.
“Our dad would always say, if your theology is not your biography, then your theology is worthless. In other words, you can talk and pray all things God, but if it doesn't translate into the way that you live, act, and conduct yourself, whether it's in the marketplace, behind a pulpit or wherever you are, then your theology is worthless.”
John Stonestreet and Ken explore issues of critical theory, the “nonessential” church and the necessity of mentoring the next generation of Christian men. “As Christian men, we love our families, care for our families, disciple our kids, take care of what we can't take care of and we mentor the boy at church who doesn't have a dad. It is the responsibility of men to mentor these boys that are lacking father figures so we can lift them up.”
Stonestreet also comments on the speed of cultural change: “what was unthinkable 10 years ago is unquestionable today.” Listen in to hear the discussion.
John Stonestreet serves as president of the Colson Center for Christian Worldview. He’s a sought-after author and speaker on areas of faith and culture, theology, worldview, education, and apologetics. John is the daily voice of BreakPoint, the nationally syndicated commentary on the culture founded by the late Chuck Colson. He is also the voice of the Point, a daily one-minute feature on worldview, apologetics, and cultural issues.
“When God allows a problem into your life, don’t look at it through human eyes. Ask your father, what is it for? Because he always has a bigger adventure for us than we can ever anticipate. So, don’t mistake His opportunities. When God presents an opportunity to take a stand, take it.”
Your host Ken Harrison is joined by Kelly Shackelford, President and CEO of First Liberty Institute, to discuss current realities in fighting for our religious freedoms. “If you lose THIS you will lose all of your freedoms.” Listen in to learn how you can make a difference.
Your host Ken Harrison is joined by Senator James Lankford as they discuss the upcoming Presidential election, the goal of any leader in your life, and what a moral role model looks like. Ken jumps right in and asks the hard hitting question, “How can you, being a Christian, vote for Donald Trump?” Senator Lankford lays out his thoughts on voting and how supporting President Trump lines up with his own personal beliefs of getting work done together and helping support every American, every race, and every neighborhood.
Your host Ken Harrison is joined by Pastor Sam Rodriguez to discuss why this election is so incredibly important. Ken affectionately refers to Pastor Sam as one of his favorite speaking pastors yet today they are talking all about politics. Listen in to hear how Pastor Sam Rodriguez is following his mission to reconcile Billy Graham with Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Pastor Sam is all about preaching and engaging the public sphere. Listen to learn more about how he does this on a regular basis.