Martin Luther, a leader of the Protestant Reformation, marries 24-year-old runaway nun Katerina von Bora, defying the church's tradition of celibacy for clergy. Their marriage becomes a model for Christian families, demonstrating the importance of commitment and humility in relationships. [... more]

North Carolina is expanding its apprenticeship programs with federal workforce funds, connecting high school students with career opportunities in various industries. Early voting kicks off in the state for the March 3rd primary election, with low expected voter turnout due to the lack of competitive races. The state is also launching a new energy efficiency program to make utility bills more affordable for eligible households. Meanwhile, Governor Josh Stein is addressing the growing demand for energy in the state, particularly from data centers, and is awaiting recommendations from his Energy Policy Task Force. [... more]

Mentoring in retirement can be a meaningful way to invest in the next generation, but it's essential to reframe it according to God's design for this season of life. A more effective model is intergenerational friendship, where there's genuine mutuality, blessing, and affirmation. This approach is rooted in biblical models, such as Jesus' relationship with his disciples, and can be applied in various contexts, including local churches and workplaces. [... more]

Pastor Greg Laurie shares advice for younger believers, emphasizing the importance of discipleship, spiritual maturity, and passing on knowledge to the next generation. He also shares personal stories and encourages listeners to recommit their lives to Jesus Christ. [... more]

Pastor Greg Laurie shares advice on how to live a life of faith, emphasizing the importance of discipleship, mentorship, and spiritual growth. He encourages listeners to seek guidance from older believers, read the Bible daily, and share their faith with others. The message also highlights the significance of the Great Commission and the need to be obedient to God's will. [... more]

Pastor Greg Laurie emphasizes the importance of passing on knowledge and wisdom from older to younger believers, highlighting the value of discipleship and spiritual maturity. He shares his own experiences and those of others, including the story of Alice Cooper, who found redemption through faith in Jesus Christ. Pastor Greg encourages listeners to seek out godly mentors and to share their faith with others, and he invites those who have strayed from God to return to Him. [... more]

Marshall Field's life and career as a retail innovator and entrepreneur are explored, from his humble beginnings on a Massachusetts farm to his rise as a successful businessman and founder of the iconic Marshall Field's department store in Chicago. Meanwhile, Walt Whitman's experiences as a poet and volunteer during the American Civil War are also highlighted, including his visits to hospitals and his writings about the war and its impact on soldiers and civilians. [... more]

Pastor Greg Laurie shares advice on passing on spiritual knowledge from older to younger believers, emphasizing the importance of discipleship, faith sharing, and godly mentors. He also reflects on the Jesus movement and the birth of contemporary Christian music, highlighting the power of faith to transform lives and bring people back to God. [... more]

In biblical times, apprenticeship had three characteristics: commitment, obedience, and surrender. Jesus modeled obedience for us, and we must learn to obey God's plans and instructions without question. Obedience precedes revelation, and we must be fully committed to our spiritual training to achieve spiritual growth and maturity. [... more]

As believers in Christ, we are in training, and if we quit halfway through, we may as well have never started at all. Pastor Paul reminds us that commitment, obedience, and faithfulness are essential qualities for effective leadership and ministry. [... more]

God treats us as sons, training us through discipline and commitment to become full-grown sons who can enter the kingdom enterprise with authority and power. Leadership comes through succession, and we must be faithful to the next small thing before receiving the next big thing. [... more]

God's discipline is not about punishment, but about instruction and training to shape and mold us into the people He wants us to be. We are in school, learning disciplines and being instructed by God to prepare us for the next level. [... more]

Pastor Greg Laurie shares the importance of discipleship, spiritual maturity, and Christian growth, emphasizing the need to pass on knowledge and wisdom from older to younger believers. He also shares personal stories and biblical examples, including the prodigal son, to illustrate the value of seeking guidance and forgiveness from God. [... more]