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Running to Win

Erwin Lutzer

June 03, 2026

Death To Self-Justification – Part 2 of 2

The life of Jonah serves as a lesson in the importance of compassion and humility, highlighting the dangers of narcissism and the need for brokenness to be touched by God's heart. Unless we are broken, we will never be able to weep or be touched by the needs of others, and we will always prioritize our own comforts and desires over the will of God. [... more]

Running to Win

Erwin Lutzer

June 02, 2026

Death To Self-Justification – Part 1 of 2

Jonah's self-focus and anger towards God's compassion for the people of Nineveh reveal his narcissistic tendencies, while God uses object lessons to teach him about the importance of humility and faith in His will. [... more]

Running to Win

Erwin Lutzer

June 01, 2026

Death To Self Interest – Part 2 of 2

Jonah's reluctance to obey God and his subsequent anger at the people of Nineveh's repentance serve as a lesson in the importance of obedience, repentance, and God's sovereignty in salvation. The pursuit of holiness and the need for brokenness in order to say yes to God's will are also explored. [... more]

Running to Win

Erwin Lutzer

May 28, 2026

Death To Self-Reliance – Part 2 of 2

God arranges conditions to get us to obey him, often through desperate circumstances. Jonah's story in the belly of a fish is a prime example, where he learned to let go of self-reliance and trust in God's sovereignty. Only desperate people pray, and it's through this desperation that we come to understand our true condition before God. [... more]

Running to Win

Erwin Lutzer

May 27, 2026

Death To Self-Reliance – Part 1 of 2

Jonah's experience in the belly of a great fish teaches him that God is listening, controlling, and purifying, and that brokenness is a necessary step towards obedience and faith. [... more]

Love Worth Finding

Adrian Rogers

May 25, 2026

Learning to Lean

God will protect you but not pamper you, teaching you to lean on Him and trust in His love. Jacob's story illustrates this principle, as he learns to surrender his self-sufficiency and trust in God's goodness. Through his struggles and brokenness, Jacob comes to understand God's desire to bless him and use him for His purposes. [... more]

Running to Win

Erwin Lutzer

May 25, 2026

Death To Self-Will – Part 1 of 2

The story of Jonah reveals God's ways of dealing with rebellious prophets and believers who resist His will. Through Jonah's journey, we learn that God goes with us when we run, disciplines us when we disobey, and confronts us when we refuse to change. This series explores the themes of brokenness, faith, and the consequences of our actions. [... more]

Truth Talk

Stu Epperson

May 10, 2026

What is Kingdom coffee?

A Canadian man shares his remarkable journey to Christ, overcoming a troubled past and addiction, and finding purpose in serving the homeless through a coffee ministry. He and his family have been serving hot meals and free coffee to hundreds of people every week, sharing the love of God and Christ with those in need. [... more]

Running to Win

Erwin Lutzer

May 08, 2026

What Commitment Means – Part 2 of 2

Mary Magdalene's selfless act of anointing Jesus with expensive perfume is a powerful example of commitment to Christ. Through her generosity and willingness to sacrifice, she demonstrates the true meaning of living a life surrendered to God. As believers, we are called to follow her example and allow the fragrance of Christ to fill our lives, breaking free from our own desires and limitations to serve Him fully. [... more]

The Masculine Journey

Sam Main

April 11, 2026

Forgiveness Revisited After Hours

Forgiveness is a process that requires patience, understanding, and a willingness to let go of past hurts. God's timing is crucial in this process, and it's essential to acknowledge and accept one's own brokenness and the brokenness of others. Self-forgiveness is also a vital aspect of forgiveness, as it allows individuals to release shame and guilt and move towards healing and restoration. [... more]

In Touch

Charles Stanley

April 11, 2026

How to Encourage Yourself

David's experience in Ziklag serves as a lesson on how to encourage oneself in times of disaster and self-will. By rejecting fear and doubt, redirecting thoughts, recalling God's past blessings, reviewing His ways, reasoning with reason, repenting of disobedience, and reporting for new orders, one can break free from emotional turmoil and move forward in faith. [... more]

The Urban Alternative

Tony Evans, PhD

April 02, 2026

Loving Christ

God humbles those he uses greatly, and Peter's life changed after facing his failure and being corrected by Jesus. Jesus' love for Peter was tested, corrected, and protected by the provision of grace, showing that our love for Christ is tested in opposition, corrected by brokenness, and protected by the provision of grace. [... more]

Truth for Life

Alistair Begg

March 31, 2026

“And for Their Sake…”

Jesus' love for his followers is revealed through his actions and words, demonstrating his commitment to their sanctification and redemption. He consecrates himself for their sake, giving himself up to death on the cross, and through this act, he perfects those who are being sanctified, making them increasingly fit for the title he has put upon them. [... more]

Truth for Life

Alistair Begg

March 30, 2026

“Into the World”

Considering what God has done in sending Jesus, what Jesus has done in sending the apostles, and where we fit into this picture, Alistair Begg explores the eternal purpose of God and the mission of Jesus. He emphasizes the importance of being filled with the Holy Spirit and serving Jesus, and shares the story of Seth Sykes, a conductor on the Glasgow trams who used his routine work as a gospel platform. Begg challenges each of us to consider God's call to us, and to join in the mission of making disciples of all nations. [... more]

Truth for Life

Alistair Begg

March 28, 2026

Trouble

Jesus warns his disciples about dark days to come, telling them to be prepared for trouble and to cultivate courage in a particular way. He explains his death in terms of the substitution portrayed in Isaiah 53, where he takes the place of sinners to provide salvation. The disciples struggle to understand Jesus' words, but he reassures them of his love and care for them, and reminds them that through it all, grace is available. [... more]

Truth for Life

Alistair Begg

March 27, 2026

“Sanctify Them” (Part 2 of 2)

Sanctification is a lifelong process of growing in holiness, becoming more like Jesus, as we continue our study in John chapter 17. The Holy Spirit comes to indwell us, making us new, but we still struggle with our fallen nature. The work of sanctification is progressive, and the Word of God is the means by which God works to make us more like Jesus. [... more]

Truth for Life

Alistair Begg

March 26, 2026

“Sanctify Them” (Part 1 of 2)

God is seeking to make believers more like His Son Jesus through the power of the Holy Spirit, a lifelong process of growing in holiness and being transformed from what we were to what He means for us to be. [... more]

Truth Talk

Stu Epperson

March 25, 2026

Clarity in a Confused Culture

The host discusses the cultural confusion surrounding masculinity and femininity, referencing the legacy of Chuck Norris and the importance of understanding authority. He also explores the concept of sin and redemption through the lens of Scripture and the resurrection of Christ, emphasizing the need for a new standing before God. [... more]

Truth for Life

Alistair Begg

March 25, 2026

The Evil One (Part 2 of 2)

The Bible describes Satan as a formidable enemy, but as believers, we ought not be preoccupied with his threat. Jesus' victory over the evil one is secure, and we are called to live a life of faith, resisting the evil one's strategies and living under the authority of God. The Bible reminds us that we are either living under the power of the evil one or in the power of God, and we have the choice to trust in Jesus and experience love, joy, security, and the promise of eternity. [... more]

Truth for Life

Alistair Begg

March 24, 2026

The Evil One (Part 1 of 2)

Jesus' high priestly prayer reveals the devil's identity and strategies, described in the Bible as the devil, Satan, and the evil one, who seeks to discredit God's word and destroy his works, employing tactics of deception, intimidation, and disguise to lead humanity away from God. [... more]