Chip Ingram dives deeper into Mark 4, helping listeners apply the truth to their lives and understand that faith in Jesus is the key to a transformational life. He emphasizes the importance of being a word-centered Christian, surrendering to God's plan, and trusting in His word to bring about life change. [... more]

Jesus teaches his disciples about the secret of the kingdom of God, explaining that faith is not just agreeing with Him, but entrusting oneself to Him. He models what he wants them to become, teaches them the secret of the kingdom, and tests their faith to reveal His power. The parable of the sower illustrates how God's word is received by different people, resulting in different responses and outcomes. [... more]

Daniel's life reveals that getting God's best is a no, yes proposition, requiring convictions, not just beliefs, and courage to conform to God's will, rather than the world's system, and that this transformation comes through the renewing of the mind, the word of God, and the community of God's people. [... more]

Living ordinary, regular people like us can get God's best, even without parental support, in a hostile environment, by allowing ourselves to be transformed by the renewing of our mind and embracing truth, which comes from the Bible and the character of God. [... more]

God's people often miss out on His best due to compromised convictions and a lack of courage. The story of Daniel, who remained faithful in the midst of a pagan culture, serves as a powerful example of how to live a life that honors God. By understanding the Babylonian game plan to seduce souls and God's game plan to ensure His people receive His best, listeners can learn valuable lessons about the importance of convictions, courage, and spiritual preparation in their own lives. [... more]

Daniel's incredible life and his ability to survive the lion's den are a testament to the power of faith and conviction. Chip Ingram explores the concept of getting God's best in life and how it can be achieved through a strong faith and a willingness to stand up for one's convictions, even in the face of adversity. [... more]

Chip Ingram explores the concept of true spirituality, emphasizing the importance of a genuine, active faith in Jesus Christ. He discusses the need to move beyond external rules and religiosity, and instead focus on building a relationship with God, loving people, and surrendering to His will. [... more]

Chip Ingram explores the concept of true spirituality, emphasizing the importance of a genuine relationship with God, surrender to His will, and living a life of love and service to others. He draws from the Bible, specifically the book of Romans, to illustrate the principles of true spirituality and how they can be applied in everyday life. [... more]

Chip Ingram shares his personal spiritual journey, from feeling empty and searching for meaning to experiencing God's presence and developing a deeper relationship with Him. He emphasizes the importance of having an accurate picture of God, moving beyond religion and performance orientation, and cultivating a grace-filled, authentic relationship with God. [... more]

Chip Ingram explores what true spirituality means, distinguishing it from religion and performance-based Christianity. He shares his personal spiritual journey, from a childhood experience of God's presence to a later understanding of God as a loving Father who desires a relationship with His children. [... more]

Chip Ingram teaches that authentic community is not just about doing nice things, but about being devoted to one another in brotherly love, humility, and giving preference to one another. He shares personal stories and biblical examples to illustrate the importance of meeting real needs through devotion and humility, and how this can lead to supernatural transformation and a deeper connection with God. [... more]

God has a plan for developing genuine, beautiful, intimate relationships, and He wants you to experience that kind of connection with others. Authentic community is the real you showing up, meeting real needs, and doing it in the right way. It's an environment where people lay down their lives for one another, and it's essential for spiritual growth and transformation. [... more]

Discovering who you are and where you belong requires a sober self-assessment, understanding your strengths and weaknesses, and recognizing God's purpose for your life. By thinking accurately about yourself and your role in the body of Christ, you can fulfill your unique assignment and live a life of true spirituality. [... more]

Understanding your identity, spirituality, and true purpose in life is a fundamental human quest. Chip Ingram explores how fear, shame, and insecurity can hinder our ability to come to grips with who we really are, and how embracing our authentic selves can lead to freedom and a deeper connection with God and others. [... more]

Renewing your mind is a key component of spiritual growth and transformation, allowing you to separate from the world's values and live like a Christian. By focusing on God's word and applying its principles, you can experience lasting life change and get God's best for your life. [... more]

Chip Ingram discusses how to get God's best in life by being separate from the world's values and being transformed by the renewing of the mind. He explains that the world system seeks to seduce us from our love for Christ by pleasure, possessions, and position, and that we need to cooperate with God's Spirit to change our inward thinking and outward behavior. [... more]

Jesus teaches that total commitment, or surrender, is the channel through which God's biggest and best blessings flow. He uses parables to illustrate that when we understand who he is and how life really works, we would with reckless abandon and joy forsake all else to get a relationship with him and his plan for us. This is not about sacrifice, but about reevaluation and trusting God's love and provision. [... more]

Discovering God's dream for your life involves surrendering to Him, separating from the world's values, and developing a sober self-assessment. This journey helps you understand your spiritual gifts, relationships, and purpose, leading to a life of true spirituality and authentic community. [... more]

God has a dream for every child, to become a Romans 12 Christian, a genuine follower of Christ who is surrendered to him, separate from the world's values, and has a sober self-assessment, learning to serve one another in love and supernaturally responding to evil with good. [... more]

You don't need to be intimidated by human religion or experiences, but instead, focus on the Word of God and obey it. True spirituality is concentrating on Christ and letting the Word of Christ dwell in you richly. You are complete in Christ, and everything you need for fruitful, joyous Christian living is already provided. [... more]

Real authentic community happens when the real you shows up, meeting real needs through devotion and humility. It's about giving preference to others, serving them, and loving them unconditionally, just as Jesus loves us. When we do this, we experience supernatural transformation and become a conduit of God's love and grace to others. [... more]

Developing genuine, beautiful, intimate relationships is a key aspect of Christian living, and authentic community is essential for spiritual growth and transformation. According to Romans 12, authentic community involves being honest and pure, and it requires a specific environment where people can lay down their lives for one another. This environment is characterized by love, sincerity, and a willingness to be vulnerable and authentic with others. [... more]

Discovering who you are in Christ and understanding your role in the body of Christ is key to living a life of true spirituality. By recognizing your spiritual gifts and developing a sober self-assessment, you can fulfill your purpose and live a life of purpose and joy. [... more]

Understanding who you are, where you belong, and what you're supposed to do is a fundamental human quest. However, the fall of man has made it challenging to answer these questions, leading to fear, shame, and insecurity. Discovering your true identity and purpose requires embracing your uniqueness and recognizing that everyone is desperately insecure, just like you. [... more]

Chip Ingram shares practical steps for renewing your mind and experiencing spiritual transformation through Bible study, faith development, and personal growth. He emphasizes the importance of saying no to the world and yes to God, and provides guidance on how to apply this in daily life. [... more]

The Christian life can feel like a grind, with a focus on performance rather than a loving, grace-filled relationship with God. To experience God's best, one must say no to the world's influences and yes to spiritual transformation, allowing the renewing of the mind to change from the inside out. [... more]

Chip Ingram teaches that true spirituality involves surrendering to God's will, letting go of idols and plastic pearls, and making a commitment to follow Jesus out of gratitude. He explains that this involves offering one's body as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God, and trusting in God's goodness and mercy. Ingram encourages listeners to take a step of faith and sign a blank check to God, surrendering all to Him and trusting in His plan for their lives. [... more]

When considering the biggest decisions in life, it's essential to understand what God wants and how to give it to Him. Chip Ingram explores the concept of surrender and total commitment, revealing that it's not about sacrifice, but about aligning one's motives, resources, priorities, and goals to fulfill God's plan. By studying Romans 12, individuals can discover God's blueprint for becoming a genuine follower of Christ and living a life that truly reflects their faith. [... more]

Discovering God's dream for your life involves understanding your relationships with yourself, God, the world, and others. It's about developing a sober self-assessment, being surrendered to God, and living a life of purpose and spiritual maturity, characterized by serving in love, responding to evil with good, and experiencing authentic community. [... more]

God has a dream for every child, to become a Romans 12 Christian, a follower of Christ who lives in relationship with God, is surrendered to Him, and experiences the power of the Holy Spirit. This journey to spiritual maturity requires a transformation of the mind, a separation from the world's values, and a sober self-assessment, ultimately leading to a life of love, kindness, and holiness. [... more]

Living a purpose-filled life means being present where God has placed you, recognizing that only a holy God can wholly satisfy, and abandoning outcomes to Him. This requires faithfulness and a commitment to true spirituality, where you entrust your life and the lives of those you love to God's sovereignty. [... more]

Joseph's life was marked by rejection, abandonment, and betrayal, but he survived, thrived, and resisted, ultimately trusting in God's plan and purpose. His story reveals the importance of faith, resilience, and strength in the face of adversity, and serves as a reminder that God can turn evil into good. [... more]

True spirituality is built on the principle of relationship with God, loving Him and others from the heart, and surrendering to His will. It's a faith response to what God has already done, not a try-hard moral code to live up to. By understanding God's dream for us, we can discover our true potential and live a life of authentic spirituality, experiencing the power of God's Spirit in our lives. [... more]

Chip Ingram explores the concept of true spirituality, encouraging listeners to move beyond religion and performance orientation to a grace-filled, authentic relationship with God. He shares his personal story of spiritual transformation and discusses the importance of having an accurate picture of God, who is a loving Father, not an angry deity or impersonal force. [... more]