God's purpose is not to raise our standard of living, but to raise our standard of giving. When we trust Him with our possessions, we tap into the unlimited resources He set aside for our good and His glory. By living generously and trusting in His provision, we can experience supernatural things, including financial freedom and spiritual growth. [... more]

Chip Ingram explains why God blesses generous people and how giving to kingdom work unleashes something far more valuable than a bigger bank account. He shares four airtight facts about generosity and its impact on emotional happiness, spiritual holiness, and material prosperity. [... more]

Carl Claussen shares his personal story of struggling with sin and finding freedom through humility, repentance, and the power of the Holy Spirit. He emphasizes the importance of confession, accountability, and meditation on God's word in overcoming sin and living a victorious life. [... more]

God's goodness is a crucial prerequisite for change, and believing in it is essential to break free from bad habits and sinful patterns. By recognizing God's goodness, individuals can understand that His restrictions are for their own good and that slavery to Him is better than slavery to the devil. [... more]

The Bible offers a concise remedy for intense emotions and spiritual struggles through Psalm 119, which provides a personal and spiritual revival through open confession, supplication, and reaffirmation of one's witness and commitment to God's word. [... more]

The Bible provides guidance on financial ethics, including the dangers of sports betting and the importance of stewardship responsibility. Christians must consider the idolatry of money and the potential for gambling addiction, and prioritize biblical values in their financial decisions. [... more]

Exploring the intersection of faith and finance, a biblical perspective on wealth and poverty, and the ethics of participating in the lottery and other forms of gambling. [... more]

Christians can be saved at different levels of purity, and God's sovereignty extends to all aspects of life, including physical body composition. True Christians war against sin, but may struggle with it, and are not necessarily condemned by their failures. God's plan for individuals may involve trials and tribulations, but also blessings and miracles, and Christians must receive both with gratitude and appreciation. [... more]

The concept of tithing and its application in Christianity is discussed, with a focus on the Bible's teachings on giving and supporting those in ministry. The importance of faith and salvation is also explored, as well as the role of God's sovereignty in our lives. Additionally, the nature of sin and the human condition is examined, and the idea of heaven and the afterlife is discussed. [... more]

Randy Alcorn shares 11 guidelines for giving based on the New Testament, emphasizing the importance of generosity, stewardship, and breaking the grip of materialism. He discusses how giving cultivates thankfulness, happiness, and a deeper relationship with God. [... more]

God sets three conditions for freedom, including believing in His goodness, understanding the nature of temptation, and recognizing the power of deliverance. These conditions are crucial for breaking the cycles of bondage that hold us prisoner and making progress in our lives, spiritually speaking. [... more]

The battle against sin is a lifelong struggle, but with Jesus, the power of sin has been broken. We are slaves to either sin or righteousness, and our choices have consequences. The wages of sin is death, but the free gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ. [... more]

Jesus sets us free from the compulsion to sin, but we must be diligent to avoid situations that cause us to fall back into old behavior patterns. A believer's position in Jesus Christ is unchanged, even if they sin after salvation, as they are permanently adopted into God's family and have no obligation to serve sin. [... more]

Believers have been rescued from habitual sin through Jesus' death on the cross, breaking the power of sin and freeing them from its obligations. They must now reckon themselves dead to sin and alive to God, presenting themselves to God as those who have been brought from death to life, and serving righteousness. [... more]

Researchers David Kinnaman and Mark Matlock discuss the decline of Christianity among young adults, identifying four groups: prodigals, nomads, habituals, and resilient disciples. They explore the characteristics of each group, including their spiritual practices and beliefs, and offer insights on how parents can help their children develop a resilient faith in the digital age. [... more]