The Bible warns of the dangers of wealth and the importance of living a virtuous cycle of success that leads to rejoicing. John Reinhard discusses how financial success can lead to spiritual failure if we forget God and worship the creation over the creator. He emphasizes the importance of rest, worship, and generosity in achieving a balanced life. [... more]

Biblical encouragement restores perspective, promotes endurance, and inspires spiritual growth. It involves stimulating one another to love and good deeds, letting people know the truth, and reminding each other that access before God is available 100% of the time. By encouraging one another, we can help people draw near to God, experience peace, and experience forgiveness. [... more]

Chip Ingram shares the importance of encouragement in our relationships, highlighting its role in helping us navigate life's challenges and deepen our faith. He draws on biblical examples and teachings to illustrate the power of encouragement, emphasizing its connection to love, hope, and healing. [... more]

To experience a great God and a great life, it's essential to think great thoughts about God, ourselves, our future, our past, and our challenges. This involves developing an accurate view of God, learning to think great thoughts about ourselves and others, and cultivating a biblical mindset that leads to mental transformation and the renewing of the mind. [... more]

Change begins with your thinking, and the most important decision you make every day is what you allow to enter your mind. Wrong thinking produces negative emotions, while right thinking produces positive emotions and wise behavior. Great Christians have a renewed mindset, and this can be achieved through scripture memory and intentional thinking. [... more]

Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol is a story written against Malthusian philosophy, which advocates for zero population growth and scarcity mindset. Dickens critiques Scrooge's Malthusian views, highlighting the importance of abundance and generosity. The story explores the concept of God's abundance and how it contrasts with the scarcity mindset of Malthus and his followers. [... more]

God's creation matters, and as humans, we have a responsibility to care for it. The Bible teaches us to be good stewards of the earth, using its resources wisely and not abusing them. This includes treating animals with kindness, preserving the beauty of nature, and taking care of the planet for future generations. By living out our faith in practical ways, we can make a positive impact on the environment and honor God in the process. [... more]

The Bible teaches that the earth belongs to God, and as followers of Jesus Christ, we have a responsibility to care for and protect it. This includes honoring God's creation, respecting its intrinsic value, and being good stewards of the earth's resources. We must avoid exploiting the earth and worshiping its creation, instead focusing on the Creator and his character. By understanding our role as vice regents and caretakers, we can make wise decisions about how to live in harmony with the environment and honor God's sacred earth. [... more]

The Christian's battle with the world is a delicate balance between being in the world and not being of the world. Jesus prayed that we wouldn't be taken out of the world but kept from evil, and this requires a transformation of our minds and a commitment to excellence in our faith. Christians must be careful not to confuse nonconformity with superficial standards, but rather strive to be transformed by the renewal of their minds and live out their faith in the midst of the world. [... more]

The Bible teaches that God is in control of natural disasters, using them to reveal our frailty, remind us to walk closely with the Lord, reshape our value system, and warn us of coming disaster and final judgment. Through the chaos of storms, we can find hope and confidence in God's sovereignty and character. [... more]

Anxiety is a universal human emotion, but it can be overwhelming and debilitating. The Bible teaches that humility is the key to overcoming anxiety, and that casting our cares on God is the solution to our worries. By recognizing our limitations and trusting in God's care, we can find peace and stability in a chaotic world. [... more]

Jesus taught that Christians should not be withdrawn from the world, but rather live in it while being transformed by the renewal of their minds. This means being a nonconformist, not in a superficial way, but by being transformed and living a life of excellence that goes beyond the standards of the world. [... more]

Writing Bible verses on doorframes is a tradition that stems from God's command to Israel, serving as a reminder of His words and covenant. Displaying God's words in homes and planting their meaning in hearts can help build a foundation of faithfulness, bringing comfort in times of tragedy or loss. [... more]

The power of God's mercy and peace is available to believers every morning, as the darkness of night is overcome by the light of the dawn. Through faith, believers can choose to possess this peace, declaring the mercy of the Lord and his compassion, and exercising stewardship over the new day. [... more]

The mirror test is a self-recognition exercise that helps individuals understand their actions and compare them to God's desires. Scripture serves as a map to live wisely according to God's plans, and it's essential to meditate on it, digest it, and make necessary changes to grow spiritually. [... more]

David's journey with King Saul serves as a reminder of the importance of forgiveness and not taking vengeance on others. The devil's tactics of manipulation and deception are exposed, and the need to do God's will in God's time and way is emphasized. The story highlights the contrast between David's humility and faith, and Saul's pride and anger, ultimately leading to a choice between following God or the devil. [... more]

A Christian pastor addresses questions from listeners about the Christian faith, including doubts about salvation, the doctrine of election, spiritual warfare, and biblical interpretations of Leviticus and the story of Noah's flood. [... more]

Children are called to obey their parents in everything, as this pleases the Lord, and real obedience is a matter of the heart, not just external subservience. The Bible teaches that children who develop emotional calluses from rejecting parental discipline will become increasingly antagonistic to all kinds of authority. [... more]

The Bible teaches that our heart is the center of our being, influencing our thoughts, emotions, and actions. To live a healthy life, we must guard our heart from negative influences and fill it with positive streams of life, such as God's word, relationships, and worship. By doing so, we can experience true relational intelligence and build lasting relationships. [... more]