Christian television channel NRB Network has rebranded and changed its name to NRBTV. The channel, which began broadcasting on DIRECTV on December 21, 2005, presents biblically-faithful programming from well-respected Christian pastors, apologists, and teachers including Ravi Zacharias, John MacArthur, R.C. Sproul, Todd Friel, Kay Arthur, David Jeremiah, and Frank Turek.
NRBTV’s new logo was introduced on-air and online this week and features the tagline “Think deeply. Live differently.” A revamped website provides viewers streamlined access to live streaming, broadcast schedules, and program information.
“The new branding reflects the vision we’ve had for our channel since its inception,” said NRBTV President and CEO Troy A. Miller who spearheaded the channel’s launch ten years ago. “We want to provide thought-provoking, Christ-centered TV programming that encourages viewers to go beyond surface-level thinking about their faith. Our goal is to help people understand, apply, and share God’s Word boldly in a culture where it is attacked and mocked. The new brand identity simply helps us communicate our message more effectively with a more modern design,” said Miller.
NRBTV was founded by members of the National Religious Broadcasters, a non-partisan international association of committed broadcasters and Christian communicators. The channel is available to more than 48 million U.S. households on DIRECTV channel 378 and select broadcast affiliates. Programming is also streamed online at www.nrbtv.org, on Roku streaming players, on Amazon Fire TV, and via a free mobile app for iPhone, iPad, Android, or Windows Phone.
It's a new year and we are pleased to announce additions to our winter programming lineup. Beginning the week of January 4th, tune in to NRBTV for these outstanding programs about apologetics and Church history:
Thursdays at 8p ET/7c (Re-airs at midnight ET/11c)
With a world-class team of scholars, pastors, and theologians, Dr. Peter Lillback (Westminster Theological Seminary) leads us through an eye-opening journey around the world. From Luther's Germany and Calvin's Geneva to Spain, England, Scotland, and beyond to America, our modern society, economy, government, and church, have their roots in the Reformation. Here we can clearly see how the Reformation shaped the world we live in today.
Thursdays at 7p ET/6c
This course taught by Dr. Art Lindsley is designed for those who wish to be better equipped to reach non-believers by giving honest answers to honest questions with gentleness and respect.
Thursdays at 6:30p ET/5:30c
This series features itinerant speakers from Ravi Zacharias International Ministries.
It's December! And for this special time of the year NRBTV has special programming for the whole family! Programs in the special lineup include:
Christmas with the Annie Moses Band features a breathtaking mix of holiday classics and originals performed by this all sibling group of highly skilled Juilliard musicians. The Annie Moses Band will inspire and touch your heart with their remarkable mix of Jazz, Classical, and Celtic sounds. Airs Thursday, Dec. 17, at 8p ET/5p PT & 9p PT; Friday, Dec. 18 at midnight ET; Wednesday, Dec. 23, at 9p ET/6p PT & 10p PT; Thursday, Dec. 24, at 1a ET; Friday, Dec. 25, at 5a ET/2a PT & 5p ET/2p PT.
From the makers of the award winning biblical dramas Road to Emmaus and Come Follow Me comes My Son, My Savior, a powerful portrayal of the life of Jesus as seen through the eyes of his mother, Mary. My Son, My Savior imagines Mary’s childhood, growing up in a strict Jewish household, celebrating the annual feasts such as Passover and hearing the prophecies about a coming Messiah who would redeem Israel. Little did she know the vital role she would play in the fulfillment of those prophecies. Using the Gospel accounts as its framework, you’ll see how Mary responded to the events of Jesus' life and how her understanding of Jesus’ mission grew over time. The film was created to be a powerful evangelistic tool, bringing the Gospel story to life from a unique perspective. Airs Saturday, Dec. 19, at 4p ET/1p PT; Thursday, Dec. 24, at 11p PT; Friday Dec. 25, at 2a ET & 8p ET/5p PT & 9p PT; and Saturday, Dec. 26, at midnight ET.
Christmas Home, Live in Concert features the 18-piece Tim Janis Ensemble performing America's most treasured carols against a back drop of white birch trees on a starry night. The show includes the Celtic flute and a few original Tim Janis classics to round out this wonderful performance. Airs Friday, Dec. 25, at 4a ET/1a PT & 10a ET/7a PT.
A Christmas journey unlike any you have taken before, this is a special holiday presentation about the journey of a runaway slave taken along the Underground Railroad. Featuring soloist Wintley Phipps, author and professor Dr. Allen Callahan, and actress Gwendolyn Briley-Strand as Harriet Tubman, A Christmas Journey to Freedom is a dramatic presentation you won’t soon forget. Part 1 airs Thursday, Dec. 17, at 6:30p ET/3:30p PT. Part 2 airs Thursday, Dec. 24, at 6:30p ET/3:30p PT. Parts 1 & 2 also air together on Wednesday, Dec. 23, at 8p ET/5p PT & 9p PT; Thursday, Dec. 24, at midnight ET; and Thursday, Dec. 24, at 5a ET/2a PT.
Everybody knows the story of Santa Claus, the red-suited figure who lives at the North Pole and distributes gifts to good children every Christmas eve. But is there any historical evidence on which this jolly old character is based? Was there a real Santa Claus? To answer that question, host Mark Wilson, a distinguished historian and archeologist, travels not to the North Pole but to modern day Turkey and Italy. There he uncovers clues that lead to the truth about the man behind the legend. Airs Thursday at Dec. 24, at 8p ET/5p PT. Re-airs overnight at midnight ET/9p PT.
Spend this Christmas in the land where Jesus was born and reflect on the Love that came for you. Travel to Jerusalem for a musical Christmas adventure featuring the passionate and soulful sounds of singer and songwriter Shannon Wexelberg. You’ll also hear from Jewish culture and history contributors Avner Boskey and Michael Rydelnik as they share insights into the value of knowing Jesus and understanding what He came to do for you. Airs Thursday, Dec. 24, at 9p ET/6p ET. Re-airs overnight at 1a ET/10p PT.
Join Paul Baloche, Jadon Lavik, Shannon Wexeburg, Lynn Whitty, Tim Janis and Ensemble, and a 50-person choir for The American Christmas Carol performance. First a tribute to the carols we know and love, with stories of their origins and authors, The American Christmas Carol brings brand new Christmas carols that truly celebrate God's amazing love story of the birth of His Son Jesus. Airs Wednesday, Dec. 23, at 5p ET/2p PT; Friday, Dec. 25, at 9p ET/6p PT & 10p PT; and Saturday, Dec. 26, at 1a ET.
In this episode of Socrates in the City, Eric Metaxas interviews Colin Nicholl, a Cambridge Ph.D. and New Testament scholar who spent four years studying with astronomers around the world to explore the fascinating premise that the Star of Bethlehem was actually a comet – as told in his book, The Great Christ Comet. Airs Tuesday, Dec. 22, at 8p ET/5p PT. Re-airs overnight at midnight ET/9p PT.
Don't miss these special programs airing Dec. 17-26 on NRBTV. Watch on DIRECTV Ch. 378 or select local affiliates. Live stream at www.nrbtv.org, via Roku or Fire TV players, or using our free mobile app for iPhone, iPad, Android, or Windows Phone.
Our nation needs the Word of God more than ever right now! Mainstream television is filled with messages of divisiveness and fear. NRBTV offers a message of hope and unity. Our programming is a beacon of light shining the truth of Christ in the dark world of television and the Internet.
At NRBTV, we’re using all the resources, all the technology, and all the talent at our disposal to send that message out via television and the Internet. 24 hours a day, seven days a week, our viewers are challenged to think deeply and to live differently by biblically-faithful teachers and apologists like Ravi Zacharias, John MacArthur, R.C. Sproul, David Jeremiah, Kay Arthur, and others. We also present award-winning, God-centered television specials addressing the issues of our culture in a truthful way.
As you can imagine, that’s an expensive proposition. That’s why I’m asking for your help.
Are you willing to stand with us and proclaim God’s truth to a culture that desperately needs to hear it? Your gift can help change hearts and minds through powerful Gospel programming.
In addition to donating online, you may make your tax-deductible contribution by phone at 1-800-895-6722 or via our mobile app. You may also mail your check or money order to us at:
NRBTV Viewer Support
1 Massachusetts Avenue, NW Suite 333
Washington, DC 20001
I am so thankful for our viewers. We wouldn’t be here without you. Your generous support during Fall Shareathon is changing hearts and minds through the powerful Gospel programming on television and the internet. May God bless you for your generosity and faithfulness.
Troy Miller
President & CEO
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