The group discusses their word of the year, with one member sharing how a horrific automobile accident led him to focus on being wholehearted and persevering. Another member shares how his word of the year, Shiloh, has taught him about God's presence, rest, and peace. They also discuss the importance of God's word and how it can bring life and guidance. [... more]

The Thessalonian church's conversion was strong and explosive, marked by a deep conviction of the gospel and a willingness to imitate Paul and Jesus amidst severe suffering. A strong conversion requires a strong decision, a strong witness, and a turning away from idolatry, all of which are made possible by the power of the Holy Spirit and the authentic hope we have in Christ. [... more]

A team from the Salvation Army's Southern Staff Band reflects on their 10-day trip to South Africa, where they led worship services and toured facilities. They share moments that humbled them, including the dedication of the local people and the contrast between their own experiences and those of the South Africans, who showed remarkable hospitality and humility despite facing significant challenges. [... more]

David's experiences in war shape his character, leading to happiness. He chooses to sing to God, declaring his trust, and finds joy in the midst of conflict. God's care for him gives him perspective and happiness. Happiness is a byproduct of pursuing something else, not a direct pursuit. [... more]

The hosts of Masculine Journey After Hours discuss their Word of the Year for 2026, sharing personal stories and insights into how they arrived at their chosen words. Danny's word is 'settle', which he believes represents finding peace and stability in the midst of life's challenges. Art's word is 'survive', which he sees as a reminder to persevere through difficult times. Robbie's word is 'wholehearted', which he hopes to cultivate in the coming year. Meanwhile, the hosts also discuss their personal experiences and how their words of the year have impacted their lives. [... more]

Growing closer to God through prayer is a vital relationship that requires effort and intention. Finding fresh ways to pray can be achieved by changing our perspective on God, taking a step of faith, and being attentive to His direction. This can involve making a list of prayers, asking for a word or theme for the year, and turning the news into prayer. By keeping our prayer life fresh, we can deepen our relationship with God and experience His presence in our lives. [... more]

Prayer is meant to be a dynamic collaboration with God that produces deep fulfillment within our soul. However, many people struggle with shallow religious clichés and a lack of faith, leading to ineffective prayer. The Bible reveals that wholehearted prayer involves awareness of the need, willingness to get involved, and agonizing with others in prayer to break the grip of the adversary and attain real faith. [... more]

Pastor Greg Laurie emphasizes the importance of wholeheartedly following God to achieve spiritual longevity and finish well in the Christian life. He shares the story of Caleb, who remained strong and faithful despite challenges and setbacks, and highlights key principles for living a life of faith, including taking God at His word, fighting to the end, and not following the crowd. [... more]

When generosity becomes a tool for control, we cross a line. Giving isn't about control, it's about surrender. We discuss how to give with a cheerful heart, not a contract, and how to let go of control to find peace. [... more]

To have spiritual longevity, one must wholeheartedly follow the Lord, not the crowd, and take God at his word. Caleb's story in Joshua 14 serves as a model for finishing well, as he remained strong in his faith despite the challenges he faced. The importance of faith, God's promise, and the end times are also discussed, with a focus on the rapture and apostasy. [... more]

Jesus' decision to wait before raising Lazarus from the dead teaches us about trusting in God's timing and will, and how our expectations can hinder our growth in faith. The story of Lazarus' resurrection highlights the power of Jesus to defeat death and the importance of trusting in his resurrection power. [... more]

A blind man's healing by Jesus is used to illustrate the relationship between sin and suffering, and how Jesus' miracles demonstrate his messiahship. The episode also explores spiritual blindness and how it affects believers, highlighting six blind spots that can hinder their faith and commitment to God. [... more]

God guides his children through life and experiences, leading them to trust and lean into Him as each chapter of life unfolds. Jesus uses the situations of life as a path to a deeper trust and a growing faith, and he is always present in the midst of storms, even when they seem unplanned and unwelcome. [... more]

Jesus feeds a crowd of 5,000 and challenges them to trust him as their provider and source of power in life. Dr. Yusef explores the significance of this event and how it relates to our understanding of faith and our role as distributors or manufacturers of God's power. [... more]

Jesus heals a man who has been paralyzed for 38 years, teaching him about the importance of faith and spiritual healing. He shows that physical healing is not the only kind of healing, and that spiritual healing is what truly sets us free. [... more]

A nobleman's faith is tested when his son is dying, and Jesus teaches him to trust in his power and identity as the Savior of the world, leading to a transformation from flickering faith to flaming faith. [... more]

Jesus' supernatural power is demonstrated through miracles, revealing his exclusivity as the Savior and Lord. The story of the wedding in Cana, where Jesus turns water into wine, showcases his ability to redeem people from shame to joy and degradation to celebration. [... more]

God desires, deserves, and demands wholehearted devotion from his people, who have been faithless in their marriages and worship, leading to fragmented hearts and a need for repentance and restoration. [... more]

Helping the poor reflects God's character, and generosity is a hallmark of Christian living. Biblical stewardship involves surrendering everything to God and being good managers of the resources he's given us. Christians can stand out in a society marked by selfishness and materialism by their commitment to helping others. [... more]

The story of Elijah and the prophets of Baal on Mount Carmel serves as a reminder that we all have to make a choice between serving God or serving idols. Our idols can be good things turned into ultimate worth, such as money, family, or romance, but they can also lead to a life of limping between two opinions, never fully committed to God or to the world. The Bible teaches us that we need to choose one way and get on with it, serving God with all our heart and following Him wholeheartedly. [... more]