Dr. Zach Clinton is joined by Becky Thompson, founder of the Midnight Mom Devotional community, to discuss what she calls a “watershed moment” taking place within the church and among moms everywhere. Becky believes we’re living in a turning point where God is calling believers to be bold in their faith and for mothers to recognize the power of their leadership within the home. She reminds moms that even in a broken culture, the mission remains the same—to build their families on the living Word of God.
Life, Love, Faith, and Family, with cohosts Dr. Tim Clinton, and his son, Dr. Zach Clinton, offers timely and topical conversations with national leaders in faith, mental health, and family advocacy. Anchored in a biblical perspective to help you navigate today’s culture, each episode provides a word of hope and encouragement to help strengthen your life, your love, and your relationships with those you love most. Each day, we want to remind you that God loves you and is there for you! Our goal is to equip you to face everyday challenges, move from “survive” to “thrive,” and embrace the life that God has designed for you. Filled with wisdom, testimonials, timeless truths, and both clinical and practical tips to address the emotional and spiritual needs that most often affect people, the program covers everything from stress and anxiety to trust, intimacy, grace, and even forgiveness. Life, Love, Faith, and Family explores the dynamics of marriage, raising children, and building a better life for yourself and your family.
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Walking by Faith, Not by Sight
Dr. Zach Clinton sits down with Dr. Mark Crear to talk about finding faith and resilience in life’s hardest seasons. Dr. Crear shares how God’s hand was at work even in his darkest moments—protecting him, guiding him, and writing a bigger story than he could see. He reminds us that when we’re walking by faith, we don’t need to see the light at the end of the tunnel, because God is already there with us, calling us to keep moving forward and trust His plan.
The Bumpy Road to Better
Dr. Zach Clinton welcomes in Pastor Tim Timberlake for a hope-filled conversation about foundational truths found in Tim’s new book, The Bumpy Road to Better . Tim shares how big challenges and hardships in life can become moments when Christ draws us near and our faith is refined. Zach and Tim talk about the importance of belief over performance, and Tim reminds us that only God’s presence can truly sustain us. Tim also shares about his new podcast, Street Preachers , which encourages believers to boldly live out and biblical truth in today’s world.
Praying Forward: Renewing the Mind Through Faith
Dr. Zach Clinton sits down with Dr. Alan Weissenbacher, author of The Brain Change Program , to discuss how faith and neuroscience intersect to bring healing and renewal. Drawing from his six-step model and his own recent hardships, Dr. Weissenbacher explains how we can retrain our brains to overcome depression, anxiety, and fear by redirecting our thoughts and learning to “pray forward” toward hope. He also shares how creating mental “memorials” of God’s faithfulness anchors us during seasons of suffering and reminds us that healing, peace, and growth are possible when we align our minds with the truth of God’s Word.
Anticipating Heaven: Living with Eternity in View
What if living with heaven in mind could change the way we live and the way we die? Dr. Tim Clinton sits down with Dr. Pamela Pyle, a board-certified internal medicine physician, author, and medical missions leader, to talk about her book Anticipating Heaven: Living with Eternity in View . Dr. Pamela shares the story of a patient who opened her eyes to what it means to “die well” and how living with eternity in view brings urgency to the gospel, draws us closer to God, and reshapes how we face loss. This conversation offers comfort and hope to those nearing life’s end or walking beside a loved one, reminding us that as believers, we can truly praise our way home.
Refuel for Pastor Appreciation Month
At the start of Pastor Appreciation Month, Dr. Zach Clinton sits down with Jonathan Falwell, Senior Pastor of Thomas Road Baptist Church in Lynchburg, Virginia, and Chancellor of Liberty University. Pastor Jonathan talks about the dangers of doing ministry in isolation and invites pastors, ministry leaders, church volunteers, and all believers in need of encouragement to attend the free Refuel Conference at TRBC on October 6–7. His message is clear: we are not called to serve alone, and our role in the church is to glorify God rather than seek worldly recognition, because our true validation comes from Him. To learn more about the conference, visit refuel.org.
How Great is Our God
Chris Tomlin is one of the most influential worship leaders and artists of our time. With his 18th album releasing tomorrow, he joins Drs. Tim and Zach Clinton for an exclusive conversation about his life, calling, and career. His story is a testimony of how God orchestrates every moment, talent, and circumstance He blesses us with for His glory and our good. In this interview, Chris shares the heart behind The King Is Still the King , a timely reminder to turn our hearts back to worship no matter what is happening in the world. He points us back to the truth of 2 Corinthians 12: “His power is made perfect in our weakness.”
Stories and Songs: Charles Billingsley Shares His Heart and Gives Praise, Pt. 2
In part two of their conversation, Dr. Zach Clinton welcomes back singer, worship leader, and teaching pastor Charles Billingsley to uncover the power of living with margin and finding true rest in God. Through a season of suffering and renewal, Charles discovered that chasing recognition pales in comparison to abiding daily in the Lord’s presence—and he lives to that truth with others. Let his story inspire you to slow down, seek solitude, and discover the peace only Christ can provide.
Stories and Songs: Charles Billingsley Shares His Heart and Gives Praise, Pt. 1
In part one of this 2-part series, Dr. Zach Clinton sits down with singer, worship leader, and teaching pastor Charles Billingsley to reflect on a lifetime of music, ministry, and faith. Charles shares how God revealed his calling at a young age, blending his passions for music and preaching to impact lives around the globe through thousands of concerts and speaking engagements. Though he has received many accolades, Charles reminds us that true impact often comes through personal, one-on-one ministry rather than the spotlight. Let his story inspire you to embrace God’s calling on your life and discover how He can use ordinary conversations to change lives.
Kiss the Fire: 7 Ways to Get Back Up When You Want to Give Up
From a childhood marked by brokenness to leading one of the fastest-growing churches in America, Pastor Shawn Johnson from Red Rocks Church has a story of hope and resilience. In this conversation with Dr. Zach Clinton, he shares how God has redeemed his deepest struggles, including seasons of anxiety, depression, and even a life-changing diagnosis, for a purpose greater than he could imagine and to encourage others walking through hard times.
About Dr. Tim Clinton
and Dr. Zach Clinton
Tim Clinton, Ed.D., LPC, LMFT, is President of The American Association of Christian Counselors, (AACC), the world’s largest and most diverse Christian counseling organization, with over 50,000 active members and students. He also serves as Executive Director of the Global Center for Mental Health, Addiction, and Recovery and Professor Emeritus at Liberty University. Dr. Clinton previously served as co-host of the Dr. James Dobson’s Family Talk nationally syndicated radio program, from 2018 to 2023. Dr. Clinton hosts a weekend television news talk program, Sunday The Road Forward, which airs on Real America’s Voice News Network and is available across numerous streaming platforms. Licensed as a professional counselor and as a marriage and family therapist, Dr. Clinton is recognized as an expert on mental health and relationship issues and spends much of his time working with Christian leaders and professional athletes.
Dr. Clinton has authored or edited nearly 30 books, including Take It Back: Reclaiming Biblical Masculinity, and Focus on the Future: Your Family, Your Faith, and Your Voice Matter Now More Than Ever. Tim has been married for over 44 years to his wife, Julie, and together they have two children, Megan (married to Ben) and Zach (married to Evelyn), and two granddaughters, Olivia and Sophia, who have stolen their hearts.
Dr. Zach Clinton, Ph.D., serves as Vice President of the American Association of Christian Counselors (AACC), the world’s largest and most diverse Christian counseling organization. He is the Host of the renowned Built Different Podcast as well as President and Host of Ignite Men’s Ministry and Conferences. Dr. Zach is also a Licensed Professional Counseling Resident at Light Counseling as well as an athletic counselor specializing in sport and performance psychology at Liberty University. As a former Division 1 college baseball player, Dr. Clinton loves working with professional & collegiate athletes and enjoys speaking into the lives of today’s generations as he has a deep passion for helping people build self-esteem, emotion regulation, leadership qualities, and perspective shifts. He has dedicated his life to reminding people that no matter how dark, difficult, or painful life can be, they are never out of the fight! He is the author of Even If and is currently working on his next book, Remember My Chains: Helping You Move from Bondage to Breakthrough. Dr. Zach is thrilled to be married to his lovely wife, Evelyn, as they make their home in Central Virginia.













