Looking for a Christian radio app that brings together multiple encouraging stations in one place? Encouraging Radio puts seven listener-supported stations at your fingertips — including Spirit FM, Walk FM, WCQR, WPER, and Joy FM — spanning Contemporary Christian Music and Southern Gospel.^1 There's also "The Gift," a 24/7 Christmas music channel, and Positive Gold for CCM classics.^2
Encouraging Radio is a ministry of Positive Alternative Radio (PAR), a nonprofit founded in 1985 by Dr. Vernon H. Baker and his wife Virginia in Blacksburg, Virginia. What began as a single couple's dream to give back to their community through Christian broadcasting has grown into a family of stations serving Virginia, North Carolina, Tennessee, Kentucky, West Virginia, Ohio, and South Carolina. Eddie Baker, their son, now serves as President.^3
Beyond music, the app features podcasts, daily Bible verses, and a growing Impact section to help you find ways to serve in your local community.^2 It's available across smartphones, tablets, Smart TVs, Roku, smart speakers, and the web — with Apple CarPlay support for listening on the road.^4
Why Christians Love It"In good times and bad, the station has always been there for me. I've listened for over 21 years every minute of every day and I believe that the station has a lot to do with how well my family has turned out." — Sarah^1
"I've been listening to you for over 20 years. When I was homeless, you kept me afloat. You are all I listen to." — Linda^1
"I love this app! It plays great and encouraging music and the daily verses are fantastic. I get to take my favorite station with me everywhere. There's always an inspiring song playing when you need it."^4
Notable- PAR is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit and Best Christian Workplaces 2023 certified^1
- Completely free, listener-supported — no subscriptions or paywalls
- 10,000+ Android downloads with a 4.5-star rating; 4.6 stars on iOS^2
- Actively maintained with regular updates (last updated January 2026)^4
- Also available on Amazon Appstore and Roku^5
