On today’s show, Tim welcomes Philadelphia Phillies 1980 World Series champion & Hall of Fame third baseman Mike Schmidt to the program. Schmidt shares about his early playing days right through college, the minors, and his 18-year career with the Phillies that included 8 National League home run titles, 548 career home runs, 12 All-Star appearances & 10 Gold Glove awards for defensive excellence--and highlighted by the 1980 World Series championship. Schmidt adds thoughts on his relatio...
May 29, 2020•45 min•Season 2020Ep. 84
On today’s show, Tim welcomes Michael Woolworth from Bible League International . This month, WFIL listeners have been teaming up with WFIL and Bible League International to bring Bibles to Asian believers. With your help, you can equip under-resourced churches in Asia with the Bibles and training they need to share the Good News of salvation. Thanks to your gift, many will be blessed with the gift of God’s Word. As of today, we've given 585 bibles, with 1615 Bibles to go to hit our goal by the ...
May 28, 2020•43 min•Season 2020Ep. 83
New to the Tim DeMoss Show? On today’s show, Tim begins with background on the show's approach and then proceeds to give a nice cross-section of the 100+ guests who have called in (or been in-studio) since the program's launch on September 6, 2018. Along the way, hear the recently aired conversation on May 22 with Garrett Reisman, Space X adviser & former NASA astronaut, to mark what was supposed to be today’s launch of the first US human spaceflight in nearly a decade. You can also hear cli...
May 27, 2020•47 min•Season 2020Ep. 82
On today’s show, Tim welcomes author & speaker Dr. Crawford Loritts. They talked about the book, “Your Marriage Today…and Tomorrow—Making Your Relationship Matter Now & For Generations To Come.” Written together with his wife, Dr. Crawford and Karen Loritts have been married 45 years and have spent the last 30 years speaking on marriage. This book contains their most successful, proven material. It will teach you: the biblical and theological foundation for marriage godly disciplines and...
May 26, 2020•44 min•Season 2020Ep. 81
On today’s show, Tim welcomes three special guests: 1) Eagles Insider Dave Spadaro 2) Todd Tilghman, Season 18 winner of "The Voice" 3) Garrett Reisman, Space X adviser & former NASA astronaut Spadaro has covered/worked with the Eagles for years & hosts the Eagles "On The Inside" podcast . Tim discusses Eagles football both past & present with him. Tilghman won Season 18 of The Voice earlier this week. He's a pastor, father of 8 (including two daughters he & his wife adopted), an...
May 22, 2020•47 min•Season 2020Ep. 80
On today’s show, Tim welcomes author Pierce Brantley to the program. They talked about his new book, Calling: Awaken to the Purpose of Your Work. With relatable stories, friendly encouragement and straightforward instruction, Calling provides men who work full-time and are anxious to connect their faith to their work with an “on-the-job training” for finding fulfillment and purpose in any vocation. We’ll be giving copies of the book away as well at wfil.com in the days ahead on the Contests &...
May 21, 2020•47 min•Season 2020Ep. 79
On today’s show, Tim welcomes Tom Burgoyne—“very close friend” of the Phillie Phanatic They chatted about the new “Storytime With The Phillie Phanatic” series. Tonight’s celebrity reader: Phillies outfielder Andrew McCutchen, who’ll be reading from “The Phillie Phanatic’s One Man Band” (7pm on @philliephanatic on Instagram). Previous celebrity readers include manager Joe Girardi with his wife Kim, Bryce Harper and Ryan Howard and family. Tim and Tom will also discuss this year’s unique baseball ...
May 20, 2020•47 min•Season 2020Ep. 78
On today’s show, Tim welcomes author Carol McLeod to the program . Tim and Carol discuss her new book, Significant: Becoming a Woman of Unique Purpose, True Identity, and Irrepressible Hope . Significant helps readers discover their unique identity, individual purpose, and powerful confidence that comes from God, and that no matter what your circumstances may be in life, you can still passionately embrace your own incomparable significance and value. Make sure to tune in live weekdays 4-5pm ET o...
May 18, 2020•46 min•Season 2020Ep. 77
On today’s show, Tim welcomes Pastor Paul Ries from “Somebody Loves You” to the program . Tim talked with Pastor Ries about his testimony and walk with the Lord, as well as the Somebody Loves You ministry, which is WFIL’s Ministry of the Month for May. Each weekday, WFIL is giving away “Nehemiah”—a CD with 12 verse-by-verse studies of one of Israel’s greatest leaders, and each week, we’re handing out Somebody Loves You “prize bundles” too! You can get entered by clicking the “Ministry of the Mon...
May 15, 2020•46 min•Season 2020Ep. 76
On today’s show, Tim welcomes Bob Lepine, co-host of FamilyLife. Tim and Bob discuss the new John Piper book, Coronavirus & Christ . This book offers answers and perspective built on God being your rock, with encouragement to stand on His mighty love. You can download your free copy of the book at wfil.com ! Bob also delves into his personal testimony and FamilyLife’s ministry to give additional insight into the work they’re doing. You can hear Bob Lepine alongside Dave and Ann Wilson on Fam...
May 14, 2020•46 min•Season 2020Ep. 75
On today’s show, Tim welcomes longtime “Pathway to Victory” host Dr. Robert Jeffress and evangelist Alveda King. Tim discusses Dr. Jeffress’s latest book, Courageous: 10 Strategies for Thriving in a Hostile World. In it, Dr. Jeffress explains 10 biblical strategies for surviving--and thriving--in a world that is hostile to the Christian faith. Dr. Jeffress & “Pathway to Victory” can be heard weekdays at 9:30am and 8pm on WFIL. Then, Evangelist Alveda King joins the show to reflect on states ...
May 13, 2020•48 min•Season 2020Ep. 74
On today’s show, Tim welcomes Michael Woolworth from Bible League International to help launch our Fan the Flame: Bibles for Asia partnership. With your help, you can equip under-resourced churches in Asia with the Bibles and training they need to share the Good News of salvation. Thanks to your gift, many will be blessed with the gift of God’s Word. You can donate at the homepage at wfil.com and click on the Fan the Flame: Bibles For Asia banner. Make sure to tune in live weekdays 4-5pm ET on A...
May 12, 2020•52 min•Season 2020Ep. 73
On today’s show, Tim welcomes Michael Woolworth from Bible League International to help launch our Fan the Flame: Bibles for Asia partnership . With your help, you can equip under-resourced churches in Asia with the Bibles and training they need to share the Good News of salvation. Thanks to your gift, many will be blessed with the gift of God’s Word. You can donate at the homepage at wfil.com and click on the Fan the Flame: Bibles For Asia banner. Make sure to tune in live weekdays 4-5pm ET on ...
May 11, 2020•52 min•Season 2020Ep. 72
On today’s show, Tim welcomes two conservative talk show hosts from WFIL’s sister station—Philadelphia’s AM 990 The Answer on the show today. First, Tim talked with Dennis Prager about the critically acclaimed documentary he co-hosts, “No Safe Spaces.” “No Safe Spaces” follows Adam Carolla and Dennis Prager as they explore the challenges to the First Amendment and freedom of thought faced in America today. Find out more at NoSafeSpaces.com . Prager can be heard weekdays at 1pm on WFIL’s sister s...
May 08, 2020•43 min•Season 2020Ep. 71
In honor of National Day of Prayer , Tim hosted a special edition of Trivia Thursday this afternoon! Callers compete in a face-off against genders and answer trivia questions Tim asks, regarding prayer and Biblical verses. Tim also played some music alongside the game. It was a lot of fun and a very close game. Tune in to hear who wins! Make sure to tune in live weekdays 4-5pm ET on AM 560 WFIL! Music ft: Across the Earth (Hillsong United) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
May 07, 2020•45 min•Season 2020Ep. 70
On today’s show, Tim welcomes TWO stars from NBC’s latest show, “Council of Dads.” First, actress Sarah Wayne Callies joins the program. Known for starring in FOX’s “Prison Break” and AMC’s “Walking Dead,” Callies now plays newly widowed Dr. Robin Perry in NBC’s “Council of Dads.” Later in the show, actor Clive Standen calls in to the show. Known for his roles in NBC’s “Taken” and History Channel’s “Vikings,” Standen now plays a key member of the council of dads, Anthony Lavelle in NBC’s “Counci...
May 06, 2020•43 min•Season 2020Ep. 69
On today’s show, Tim welcomes Jeff Haanen, author of An Uncommon Guide to Retirement : Finding God's Purpose for the Next Season of Life. Haanen discusses his book and looks biblically and practically at the need for rest and purpose in retirement. And teaches you how to: Take a sabbatical rest in early retirement Listen to God’s voice for their calling in retirement Rethink “work” in retirement Understand family systems and leaving a legacy Make sure to tune in live weekdays 4-5pm ET on AM 560 ...
May 05, 2020•46 min•Season 2020Ep. 68
On today’s show, Tim welcomes Tawana Sabbath from Walter E. Sabbath, Jr. Funeral Service. Sabbath is a social worker by training, with a Masters and Doctorate in her field. She has worked as a child and family therapist in mental health agencies and taught at undergraduate and graduate college levels. She is a regular presenter at social welfare agencies, conferences, and churches. She serves as Membership chairperson of the Alliance of Black Social Workers, Inc. and served as Secretary for the ...
May 04, 2020•46 min•Season 2020Ep. 67
On today’s show, we have a jam-packed, sports-filled show planned! First, Tim welcomes Keith Law, sportswriter from “The Athletic.” Law is the author of the new book The Inside Game , which offers an era-spanning dissection of some of the best and worst decisions in modern baseball, explaining what motivated them, what can be learned from them, and how their legacy has shaped the game. Later in the show, Tim invites Rob Maaddi, sportswriter from the Associated Press & author of Football Fait...
May 01, 2020•43 min•Season 2020Ep. 66
On today’s show, Tim welcomes UC Berkeley Graduate Isabella Chow to the program. Chow was a third-year student at UC Berkeley in 2018 and serving on the student senate, representing Christians on campus. A bill pertaining to LGBTQ+ issues came up with which she could not fully agree, so Isabella abstained from voting on it (not a no vote, but an abstention). The story, including the backlash Chow encountered, is featured in the new documentary “No Safe Spaces” (available at www.NoSafeSpaces.com)...
Apr 30, 2020•46 min•Season 2020Ep. 65
On today’s show, Tim welcomes Dr. Michael Youssef from the “Leading The Way” radio ministry to the program. Dr. Youssef shares his testimony, thoughts on Leading The Way (including how it started and what the Lord has been doing over the years), as well as the “Awake America 2020” prayer movement. It’s designed to challenge you to pray for God to bring a spiritual awakening to our nation, starting with your own community. For more information, go to AwakeAmerica2020.com . Leading The Way is WFIL...
Apr 29, 2020•45 min•Season 2020Ep. 64
On today’s show, Tim welcomes Dan Rupple, founder of the Christian comedy group Isaac Air Freight and now current CEO of Mastermind International, to the program. Rupple and his friends Dave Toole & Larry Watt were on the rise on the Los Angeles comedy scene in the 70’s when the Lord brought them all to Himself in 1977. The group went on to release numerous albums starting with “Fun In The Son” in 1978. In 1991, the group concluded its time together. Much of their sketches and material is av...
Apr 28, 2020•47 min•Season 2020Ep. 63
On today’s show, Tim welcomes Susan Slawson, General Manager of the Dell Music Center in Fairmount Park in Philadelphia. Susan discusses the impact and challenges The Dell Music Center is facing during these challenging times as the world faces a global pandemic. Susan discusses possible ideas, plans, and events for the concert season this summer, as well as the economic ramifications of the state shutdown. Tim wraps up the show with the Now THAT’S Punny! segment. Tim’s producer Dani, who’s work...
Apr 24, 2020•46 min•Season 2020Ep. 62
On today’s show, Tim welcomes VP for Public Policy of the Pennsylvania Family Institute, Thomas Shaheen. Thomas discusses Senate Bill 857, an act providing for telemedicine, authorizing the regulation of telemedicine by professional licensing boards and providing for insurance coverage of telemedicine. Tim also mixes in some giveaways within the program, as well as Scripture. Make sure to tune in live weekdays 4-5pm ET on AM 560 WFIL! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Apr 23, 2020•47 min•Season 2020Ep. 61
On today’s show, Tim welcomes authors & husband and wife Matt and Lisa Jacobson to the program. They talked about their books, 100 Ways to Love Your Wife and 100 Ways to Love Your Husband . They offered practical tools that can be applied to every marriage and covered topics on marriage, parenthood, and Biblical truths. They also discussed their two new books coming out in May, 100 Ways to Love Your Son and 100 Ways to Love Your Daughter Make sure to tune in live weekdays 4-5pm ET on AM 560 ...
Apr 21, 2020•47 min•Season 2020Ep. 60
On today’s show, Tim welcomes Former Philadelphia Eagle and Sportscaster Garry “G” Cobb to the program. Garry discusses the upcoming NFL draft this Thursday, what the Philadelphia Eagles need to look for in players, as well as his experience as a professional athlete. Then, actor Ed Begley Jr. joins the show to discuss Earth Day this Wednesday. Ed gives listeners insight on how to live a sustainable and eco-friendly lifestyle. Make sure to tune in live weekdays 4-5pm ET on AM 560 WFIL! See omnys...
Apr 20, 2020•48 min•Season 2020Ep. 59
On today’s show, Tim welcomes Peggy Lee’s granddaughter Holly Foster Wells to the show. The Peggy Lee Estate recently announced Peggy Lee 100 , a centennial celebration honoring one of the 20th century's most important musical influences in the world of jazz and popular music. Throughout 2020, the 100th anniversary of Peggy Lee's birth-May 26, 1920-will be commemorated around the globe with music releases, notable exhibitions, special events, programming and a host of tributes and concerts, incl...
Apr 17, 2020•42 min•Season 2032Ep. 58
On today's show, Tim hosted another monthly round of Trivia Thursday! Callers compete in a face-off against genders and answer trivia questions Tim asks. But before he can start the game, Mark Hancock, CEO of Trail Life USA, joins the program to discuss tomorrow night’s National Backyard Campout event. At a time when "outward bound" has become "homebound" for families across the nation, Trail Life USA is inviting America's families to take a break from their valid preoccupation with the COVID-19...
Apr 16, 2020•43 min•Season 2020Ep. 57
On today's show, Tim welcomes musician Paul Wright to the program. Paul's music is catchy & fun, with a bit of a beach vibe at times (think "Jack Johnson") and lyrically encouraging to boot. His solo work from the 2000s is on one of Tim’s favorite labels of all time ( Gotee Records ). He then went on to be in a rock/reggae band ( ROOTDOWN ) and just released a brand new solo song two days ago on Easter called "I Believe." Make sure to tune in live weekdays 4-5 pm ET on AM 560 WFIL! Music ft:...
Apr 14, 2020•40 min•Season 2020Ep. 56
On today's show, Tim welcomes author and nurse Laura Richie to the program to discuss her latest book, The Easter Storybook: 40 Bible Stories Showing Who Jesus Is. The Easter Storybook explains who Jesus is, what He did, and why His death and resurrection matter, in a simple way that children ages 4–8 can understand and remember. This book is a wonderful way to discover as a family why Jesus came to Earth as Rescuer, Redeemer, and Friend, just in time for Easter Sunday. Later in the show, Tim pl...
Apr 09, 2020•36 min•Season 2020Ep. 55
