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Renewing Your Mind

R.C. Sproul

January 30, 2026

The concept of the curse of God is a powerful term that has radical consequences, separating people from His nearness and causing a complete loss of benefits. The story of Adam and Eve's fall in the Garden of Eden reveals the serpent's subtle attack, leading to the destruction of the covenantal foundation of their relationship with God. The promise of redemption is first seen in the middle of the curse, where God covers the nakedness of his sinful creatures, foreshadowing the ultimate covering of our nakedness through the righteousness of Christ. [... more]

The Urban Alternative

Tony Evans, PhD

January 20, 2026

The Vocation of Kingdom Stewardship

God created work as a partnership between him and the worker, but when Adam and Eve separated work from God, a curse was placed on it, leading to a troubling experience. Dr. Tony Evans explains that work was designed to produce divinely authorized good, but without God, it becomes a source of thorns and thistles, injustice, and greed. He emphasizes the importance of reconnecting God to work and taking Him to the workplace to reverse the curse and find meaning in one's work. [... more]

Wisdom for the Heart

Dr. Stephen Davey

December 30, 2025

The Pedigree Part 2

The genealogy of Jesus Christ serves to validate his royalty, demonstrate the providence of God, and illustrate the principles of grace. It includes women who were considered outcasts in their time, such as Tamar, Rahab, and Ruth, and shows how Jesus' ancestry is not just a matter of bloodline, but also of adoption and the inclusion of Gentiles in the messianic line. [... more]

Wisdom for the Heart

Dr. Stephen Davey

December 29, 2025

The Pedigree Part 1

Jesus' genealogy is a critically important record that validates his rightful claim to the throne of King David, demonstrating the providence of God in his life and illustrating the principles of grace. This genealogy also highlights the mixed bloodline of the royal lineage, showing that Jesus came to save sinners, including those with questionable pasts, and offers salvation to all people, regardless of their background or heritage. [... more]

Faith And Finance

Rob West

December 11, 2025

How Faith Shapes Every Financial Decision with Afton Phillips

Faith shapes every part of our lives, including how we spend, save, invest, and give. Every financial decision is ultimately a spiritual one, revealing what we value, trust, and treasure most. A new devotional, Our Ultimate Treasure, explores how faith transforms the way we manage money, emphasizing the importance of living with margin, seeking wise counsel, and understanding God's grace and generosity. [... more]

Wisdom for the Heart

Dr. Stephen Davey

December 10, 2025

Dancing Before the Grim Reaper

Solomon's message in Ecclesiastes 9 emphasizes the importance of living fully and faithfully, without fear of the grave, and enjoying the simple things in life, such as relationships and everyday tasks, as a reminder of God's approval and authority. [... more]

A New Beginning

Greg Laurie

December 07, 2025

Christmas: The Story Before the Story | Sunday Message

The Christmas story begins with the birth of John the Baptist, the forerunner of Jesus Christ. Zacharias and Elizabeth, an elderly couple, are chosen by God to be the parents of John. Their story teaches us about the importance of faithfulness, prayer, and spiritual gifts. We learn that God can take ordinary people and do amazing things through their lives if they will dedicate themselves to Him. Ultimately, God's plan is for Jesus Christ to come into our hearts and lives, forgiving our sins and giving us the certainty of heaven. [... more]

The Verdict

John Munro

November 25, 2025

Raising the Dead, Pt. 1

Death is a reality that can evoke fear and despair, but for followers of Jesus Christ, it's not the end. Jesus has conquered death and offers eternal life to those who believe in Him. Through the story of Lazarus, we see the power of Jesus' resurrection and the hope it brings to those who are spiritually dead. [... more]

Delight in Grace

Grace Bible Church Rich Powell

November 24, 2025

The Choice of Life or Death 5

God's law gives life and protects what is good in mankind, while sin is self-destructive and separates us from God. Through Christ's example, we can overcome sin and experience the grace of God, which transforms us from the inside out. [... more]

Delight in Grace

Grace Bible Church Rich Powell

November 21, 2025

The Choice of Life or Death 4

Living at the altar means seeking God and delighting in Him with all your heart and soul, a regular and habitual space for communion and sacrifice. Drawing near to God keeps you from doing stupid things, and as you pursue Him, you become like Him, developing qualities that help you walk in the spirit and avoid sin. [... more]

Delight in Grace

Grace Bible Church Rich Powell

November 20, 2025

The Choice of Life or Death 3

The law of God is written on the hearts of believers, giving them the righteous requirement to live a life pleasing to Him. This internal bent towards pleasing God is the key to overcoming sin and living a life of freedom from its curse. Rich Powell invites listeners to live at the altar, a relationship with God that is a passionate pursuit of His goodness and a source of rescue from the indulgence of the flesh. [... more]

Delight in Grace

Grace Bible Church Rich Powell

November 19, 2025

The Choice of LIfe or Death 2

The Bible warns that sin is self-destructive and leads to disastrous judgment, making individuals stupid and inviting disaster in their lives. Rich Powell explores eight categories of curses in Deuteronomy 27, including idolatry, dishonoring parents, greed, exploiting a neighbor's disability, perverting justice, sexual perversion, indifference to another's life, and moral indifference. He emphasizes that Christ has redeemed us from the curse of the law by becoming a curse for us, and invites listeners to build an altar in their lives where God's law is written on their hearts. [... more]

Delight in Grace

Grace Bible Church Rich Powell

November 18, 2025

The Choice of Life or Death 1

The choice of life or death is a solemn pronouncement of identity, declaring individuals as God's people, with implications on their life and behavior. The ratification of the covenant in Deuteronomy 27 emphasizes the importance of following God's law and remembering His grace and love. [... more]

Alan Wright Ministries

Alan Wright

October 20, 2025

Speaking Like God [Part 3]

Biblical faith is rooted in the balance of grace and truth, which are inseparable and essential for a Christian life. Moralism and amoralism are two opposing forces that can lead to either legalism or a lack of morality, while blessing and curse are forms of speech that can either bring hope and transformation or despair and destruction. Jesus' teaching on grace and truth is a powerful reminder of the importance of spiritual discernment in our daily lives. [... more]

Alan Wright Ministries

Alan Wright

October 17, 2025

Speaking Like God [Part 2]

God's design is to bring glory through the union of opposites, as seen in the relationship between male and female. Jesus is the embodiment of both grace and truth, and his presence in our lives brings us near to the glories of God. Understanding the balance between grace and truth is essential for living a healthy and holy life, and recognizing the dangers of moralism and amoralism is crucial for speaking like God and being like God. [... more]

Alan Wright Ministries

Alan Wright

October 15, 2025

Hope for the Unblessed Soul [Part 3]

Blessed people feel even more blessed at every kind expression of God's grace to them, and they're able to see their brothers and sisters with compassion and love. The blessed soul starts looking for a way to be a blessing to the world, and all their dreams start shifting towards how they can serve somebody and bless somebody else. [... more]

Faith And Finance

Rob West

October 13, 2025

Tithing in the Bible: A Fresh Look at Christian Giving with John Cortines

The tithe, a long-standing practice in Christian stewardship, is often misunderstood and tied to guilt or division. John Cortinez, Director of Grantmaking at the McClellan Foundation, takes a fresh look at the ancient practice, examining the Old and New Testament references to the tithe and identifying five key principles that can inform giving today. He emphasizes the importance of giving to Christ as priest and king, giving faithfully to the local church, celebrating God's goodness, caring for the poor, and recognizing 10% as an ancient benchmark. [... more]

The Christian Worldview

David Wheaton

October 10, 2025

Some Bless, Most Curse—Why the Widely Divergent Stance toward Israel? ( Rebroadcast from )

The Christian Worldview Radio program explores the widely divergent stance toward Israel, discussing the moral equivalency argument, the history of Israel, and the role of God's chosen people in biblical prophecy. The program also touches on the Abraham Accords, the rise of anti-Semitism, and the importance of supporting Israel while acknowledging their current rebellion against God. [... more]

More Than Ink

Jim Catlin and Dorothy Catlin

September 19, 2025

Main Street Church Sermon (17.38 - )

The undoing of the Tower of Babel has significant implications for humanity, allowing for unprecedented global communication and unity. However, this also poses a threat to Christianity as humans may become convinced they no longer need God, instead relying on their own abilities and technological advancements to achieve greatness. [... more]

Delight in Grace

Grace Bible Church Rich Powell

September 18, 2025

Lay Up These Words In Your Heart 4

The message of Deuteronomy 11 emphasizes the importance of holding onto God's word and faithfulness, and the consequences of choosing to obey or disobey. Rich Powell encourages listeners to anchor their hearts and minds in God's self-disclosure, and to make a conscious choice to follow Him, leading to blessing and prosperity. [... more]