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Faith And Finance

Rob West

June 16, 2026

How to Handle a Market Bubble with Mark Biller

Investors are wondering whether the market is getting ahead of itself, especially in AI and tech. A timely article by Mark Biller at Sound Mind Investing explores how investors should handle a potential bubble, focusing on staying diversified, rebalancing periodically, keeping reasonable expectations, and focusing on a long-term strategy that can stick with all different types of market environments. [... more]

Love Worth Finding

Adrian Rogers

June 15, 2026

People God Uses

Gideon, an ordinary man, was used by God to save Israel from the Midianites. God uses common people, cleansed people, courageous people, cautious people, and confident people to do extraordinary things. He wants to take ordinary people and do extraordinary things to ordinary people. God's people need to understand their identity in Christ and be available to Him, trusting in His power and provision. [... more]

In Touch

Charles Stanley

June 01, 2026

The Favorable Hand of the Lord - Part 1

Living with a definite purpose in mind, prioritizing prayer, and trusting God through faith and obedience can lead to experiencing God's favorable hand in one's life, allowing for the pouring out of His blessings and goodness. [... more]

Running to Win

Erwin Lutzer

May 11, 2026

What God Seeks – Part 1 of 2

God is constantly monitoring the hearts of every living human being, seeking those whose heart is completely his, to strongly support them, and to help them through the moral temptation, emotionally, financially, and spiritually. [... more]

Running to Win

Erwin Lutzer

April 22, 2026

The Miracle We Need – Part 2 of 2

The new birth is a miracle only God can perform, bringing eternal life and salvation to those who receive Christ. It's a direct and immediate work of God in the human heart, instantaneous and supernatural, yet it requires human cooperation and faith. [... more]

Running to Win

Erwin Lutzer

April 21, 2026

The Miracle We Need – Part 1 of 2

The new birth is a miracle of God that imparts the nature of God, making us members of the heavenly family. It's a work of the Father, a miracle of love and grace, and a choice of God, not man. We can't participate in this miracle, but we can respond to God's work in our hearts and believe on Christ for the righteousness and miracle we need. [... more]

Running to Win

Erwin Lutzer

April 17, 2026

The Gift We Can't Live Without – Part 1 of 2

The Christian life is centered around the gift of righteousness from God, which is available to all through faith in Jesus Christ. This gift is not earned through good works or perfection, but is a free gift that covers even the greatest of sins, including those that seem impossible to forgive. [... more]

Running to Win

Erwin Lutzer

April 15, 2026

Why Is Grace Amazing? – Part 1 of 2

The Bible teaches that grace is unmerited favor, and it's the only thing that can save humanity from sin and its consequences. Pastor Lutzer explains that grace sets aside human effort, is unaffected by the degree of sin, takes us all the way to heaven, and is a gift of God that cannot be repaid. [... more]

Running to Win

Erwin Lutzer

March 25, 2026

The Church We Love – Part 2 of 2

The church is compared to a bride, united with Jesus at the marriage supper of the Lamb. Our righteous deeds, made possible through faith in Jesus Christ, are what we wear to the wedding feast. The new birth, a miracle of God, is essential for eternal life, and our commitment to the church is crucial for growing in our roles as friends, sons, and daughters. [... more]

Matt Slick Live!

Matt Slick

March 17, 2026

Matt Slick Live

Matt Slick discusses various topics including the importance of sola scriptura, the false teachings of Roman Catholicism and Eastern Orthodoxy, and the biblical understanding of baptism and charismatic gifts. He also addresses the topic of demonology and the importance of being cautious when studying it. [... more]

In Touch

Charles Stanley

March 14, 2026

True Friendship

The relationship between Jonathan and David is a beautiful example of true friendship, characterized by mutual respect, love, and commitment. Their friendship was built on a foundation of mutual respect for each other's abilities and faith in God, and it required humility, loyalty, and determination. Jonathan took the initiative in their friendship, showing his love and commitment to David by giving him his robe, sword, and other belongings. This kind of friendship is essential for our lives, and we need to strive to be genuine friends to others, just as Jonathan and David were to each other. [... more]

Pathway to Victory

Dr. Robert Jeffress

January 30, 2026

Choosing Humility Over Pride – Part 2

Choosing humility over pride is crucial in life, as it allows us to see ourselves and others as God sees them, and to accept God's grace. Dr. Robert Jeffress explains the importance of humility and its characteristics, such as crediting others for our successes, generating genuine interest in others, resisting the need to always be right, and viewing life's accomplishments and failures from God's perspective. [... more]

Love Worth Finding

Adrian Rogers

December 23, 2025

Christmas Is Spelled L-O-V-E

The true meaning of Christmas is love, as emphasized by Adrian Rogers, who explains that love is the greatest virtue, commandment, and testimony. He discusses the characteristics of love, including patience, kindness, humility, and selflessness, and how it is the greatest motivation and confirmation of our faith. [... more]

Running to Win

Erwin Lutzer

December 22, 2025

Christ The Son – Part 1 of 2

Christmas is not just a time for parties and gifts, but a celebration of God's intervention in a world gone amok. Jesus Christ's birth is a miracle that brings light to darkness and hope to those in despair. [... more]

Focus on the Family

Jim Daly

December 05, 2025

Best of 2025: Transform Your Family with These 5 Vital Traits (Part 2 of 2)

Dr. Gary Chapman discusses the five characteristics of a healthy family, including an attitude of service, emotional intimacy, teaching and training children, obedience, and loving leadership. He emphasizes the importance of parents modeling these traits and teaching children by words and actions, rather than just verbalizing expectations. [... more]

Focus on the Family

Jim Daly

December 04, 2025

Best of 2025: Transform Your Family with These 5 Vital Traits (Part 1 of 2)

A healthy family is built on the foundation of service, intimacy, and mutual respect. Dr. Gary Chapman shares the five fundamentals of a healthy family, including an attitude of service, intimacy between husband and wife, and the importance of teaching children what it means to be part of a healthy family. He emphasizes the need for families to prioritize their relationships and work together to build a strong and loving home. [... more]

Running to Win

Erwin Lutzer

December 04, 2025

Christ, The Lord Of Our Finances – Part 1 of 2

Christians often struggle with issues of finance, but giving generously and faithfully is key to making Christ Lord of our finances. The Bible teaches that it's not about how much we have, but how we handle what God has given us. Giving willingly and cheerfully is a sign of a generous heart, and God honors the heart, not just the amount given. [... more]

Truth for Life

Alistair Begg

November 22, 2025

Elders (Part 3 of 3)

The Apostle Paul lays out a list of characteristics for effective church leadership, emphasizing the importance of humility, self-control, and a commitment to sound biblical truth. Elders must be above reproach, hospitable, lovers of good, self-controlled, upright, holy, and disciplined, with a strong conviction in the trustworthy word of God. [... more]

Grace To You

John MacArthur

November 21, 2025

A Nation Under God? B

God requires leaders to worship the true God, conduct their lives and affairs with righteousness, justice, wisdom, and honesty, and be humble, protect the weak, and have courage. A good ruler must submit to God's commands and demands, and there is no other way to distinguish a good ruler from a bad one. The ideal king is the Lord Jesus Christ, who will reign righteously and establish His kingdom. [... more]

Insight for Living

Chuck Swindoll

November 03, 2025

Christianity 101, Part 2

Chuck Swindahl explores God's blueprint for authentic Christian living in Romans chapter 12, highlighting seven virtues that shape a Christ-like legacy: love, affection, honor, enthusiasm, patience, generosity, and humility. He emphasizes the importance of humility and the dangers of pride and fear, encouraging listeners to apply these virtues in their daily lives and relationships. [... more]