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June 12, 2025
Meeting the Demand for Worshipful Content: Practical Tips from 2025 Listener Survey
Christian radio stations and programs are finding themselves at a pivotal moment, with a burgeoning audience hungry for authentic spiritual nourishment that leads them to worship God. Chuck Finney, president of Finney Media, is at the forefront of this movement, dedicating his work to helping Christian broadcasters not only expand their listenership but also remain steadfast to, as he put it, their “Jesus-focused biblical mission.”
The 2025 Finney Media Why Listen® Survey is the most recent and comprehensive data available on Christian media audiences, making it essential for broadcasters aiming to grow and deepen their impact. These insights underscore a clear demand for spiritually rich, worship-centered, and biblically grounded content among Christian audiences.
As Finney put it: “Listeners are practically shouting, ‘Help me worship God.’”
This week, NRB President & CEO Troy A. Miller was featured in several outlets to discuss the NRB's recent study in partnership with Barna Group, including in conversations with Tony Perkins of Family Research Council, Dr. Tim Clinton of Real America's Voice, Stacy Washington of Salem News, Jennifer Hayden Stokes of Kinship Radio, Jeff Stein of KXEL, and Movieguide®.
NRB Member Webinar | Faith Under Fire
June 20 is the longest day of the year—but for millions of Christians facing persecution, it feels even longer.
Join NRB Membership for Faith Under Fire: Facing the Longest Day, a powerful online event to honor and remember the persecuted church. Hear urgent updates and powerful testimonies from NRB member organizations serving in some of the most dangerous places to follow Christ.
Friday, June 20 | 8:00 AM PT / 11:00 AM ET
Featuring updates from:
- Great Commission Media Ministries (Ukraine)
- Iran Alive Ministries (Iran)
- Samaritan’s Purse (Niger)
- Voice of the Martyrs (Saudi Arabia)
- TWR (North Korea)
We’ll also break into small groups to pray for our suffering brothers and sisters around the world.
Let’s come together as the NRB community to stand with the persecuted Church.
Member News
• Transition for TWR’s Guam Station
• Harvest House: Honoring the Legacy of Kay Arthur, a Beloved Bible Teacher
• Salem Media Announces GodTube’s Launch of GodTube Music: A New Home for Christian Music Fans
• Accomplished Surgeon Honored for Nearly 40 Years of Life-Changing Volunteer Work Aboard Mercy Ships
• In 4th Year, ADF Business Index Sets New High-Water Marks for Engagement, Wins Across Corporate America
• Focus on the Family’s Jim Daly Rejects SPLC ‘Hate Group’ Label: ‘This Isn’t Hate, It’s The Love of Christ’
• Samaritan's Purse: Helping Gardens Grow in Eastern Ukraine
• CEF: Fathers and Their Children are Drawn Together — and To Jesus — Through a Special Devotional Book
• Palau Association: Hope for Europe’s Next Generation
• Ron Hutchcraft Ministries: Living As a Representative of Christ in Troubled Times
• University Volunteers Serve Veterans and Families Through Operation Blessing
• Arizona Gathers for Night of Encouragement and Worship with Family Life Radio
Save the Date: NRB 2026 in Nashville!
The NRB 2026 International Christian Media Convention will take place in Nashville, Tenn., from February 17–20, 2026, and we would love to see you there!
Visit www.nrbconvention.org for more information, and stay tuned for details.
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• Commissioner Gomez: Investigations Without Action Threaten Free Press
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• FCC Expects Negligible Increase in Regulatory Fee Revenue from Broadcasters
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