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Do you feel like quitting today In your most honest conversations do you feel like giving up and just saying to God I'm done If you need to know how to hang tough in really tough times join Chip as he reveals how you can not only survive tough times but believe it or not experience joy ResourcesMessage NotesSpecial OffersConnect - - WebsiteChip Ingram AppInstagramFacebookYouTubePartner With UsDonate Online - - [... more]

Jesus ends the Sermon on the Mount with a familiar picture two men building two houses One builds on rock The other builds on sand When the storms come only one house remains standing The difference isn't the weather Both houses face the storm The difference is the foundation That picture from Matthew offers a helpful way to think about our financial lives Job losses medical expenses market declines and unexpected bills eventually test every household The question is whether our financial lives are built on something strong enough to withstand them John Cortines a Family Office Advisor with Blue [... more]

ESG investing promises to align your portfolio with your values But an important question remains Whose values are shaping the standards Environmental social and governance ratings are often presented as measures of corporate responsibility Yet the assumptions behind those ratings may not always align with biblical convictions Nick Schmitz Professor of Finance at The Catholic University of America and a Board Member of the Christian Investing Council CIC joined the show today to explain the differences between ESG and faith-based investing and why Christians should pay attention not only to what they own but also to how their shares are [... more]

Neurosurgeon Dr Lee Warren shares insights about the powerful connection between neuroscience and the Christian faith He explains how our thoughts can physically reshape our brains By intentionally choosing what we think about especially gratitude truth and hope we can form new neural pathways that influence our emotions behaviors and even future generations Drawing from personal tragedy including the loss of his son Dr Warren shares how people can better heal from trauma anxiety and destructive patterns The conversation highlights practical ways believers can renew their minds strengthen relationships and raise resilient children by aligning their thinking with God's design [... more]

The fear of the Lord is to hate evil, and as we grow in our relationship with God, our hate for evil changes. We learn to recognize pride and arrogance, the evil way, and the perverse mouth, and we begin to hate these things. By focusing on God's attributes, we develop a reverence for Him and learn to reject the things He rejects. [... more]

The COVID-19 pandemic and its aftermath, including the investigation into Dr. Fauci's actions, are discussed. Additionally, topics such as Iran's demands for compensation, President Trump's response, and the rise of Muslim populations in the US are explored. [... more]

Breaking out of a destructive lifestyle requires a decision to put off the old self, renew the mind, and put on the new self. This process involves deleting negative patterns, installing new habits, and running a new program. By following God's threefold principles of transformation, individuals can achieve personal purity and moral transformation, leading to spiritual growth and freedom from addiction. [... more]

A believer's life not changing is an oxymoron, as it contradicts who they are in Christ. Moral purity is a key aspect of a new lifestyle, and it's not about external behaviors, but about drawing closer to God and resolving issues of identity. The Apostle Paul teaches that we must put off the old self and put on the new self, created to be like God in true righteousness and holiness. [... more]

Many Christians are trapped by situations and circumstances that the world calls addictions, but Dr. Tony Evans explains that the problem is not in the habit, but in the mind, and that fixing the habit requires fixing the thought. He shares a powerful lesson on reversing the addiction curse and overcoming emotional strongholds, emphasizing the importance of obedience, faith, and connecting with God's power to find freedom. [... more]

North Carolina's 11th congressional district is set to choose a new Republican candidate after Congressman Chuck Edwards dropped out of the race due to a House Ethics Committee report. The district's executive committee will meet Monday to select a replacement nominee. Meanwhile, the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction marked the first anniversary of Superintendent Mo Green's five-year strategic plan, launching a public dashboard and pointing to four record results as evidence of progress. The plan aims to make North Carolina's public education system the best in the nation by 2030. In other news, the North Carolina General Assembly has taken action on two pieces of legislation, House Bill 958 and House Bill 834, dealing with elections across the state. The bills have undergone significant changes, with some provisions being moved from one bill to the other. Dr. Andy Jackson from the John Locke Foundation joins the Carolina Journal News Hour to discuss the latest developments. Additionally, new data from the 2025 North Carolina High School Youth Risk Behavior Survey shows that North Carolina has returned to and exceeded pre-pandemic levels across nearly all reported measures, with encouraging percentage drops in student safety, risk behaviors, and mental health. [... more]

When faced with persecution, Christians can find comfort in knowing they are blessed and honored by God. Having a clear conscience and being prepared to give a defense of their faith with meekness and fear is crucial in standing firm in their convictions. By being inwardly grounded in their faith and outwardly gentle and respectful, Christians can effectively share the gospel and bring hope to a hostile world. [... more]

David's response to criticism and negative events in his life serves as an example of how to handle reproofs in a biblical manner. He believed that God brought correction into his life for a reason, and that it was a sign of God's love for him. David's story illustrates the importance of expecting reproofs, evaluating them, embracing them, and entrusting them to God. [... more]

The world is always watching, and Christians are expected to live out their faith in the face of hostility and persecution. The Bible teaches that goodness is profitable, but eventually, persecution is inevitable. It is a result of obedience to the great Commission, and it is a test of one's faith. Those who suffer for righteousness' sake are blessed, and they are honored to be in a position where they can experience what Jesus experienced. [... more]

Spain's suffocating defense and relentless pressure led to their World Cup victory, with Taylor Twellman explaining their strategy and praising Rodri as the best midfielder in the world. Jude Bellingham's impressive performance in the third-place game and his potential to be a global superstar were also discussed, as well as the need for the United States to improve its team and have a deeper bench for the 2030 World Cup. [... more]

The sermon explores the concept of the Law of Christ, which is summarized as loving one another as Jesus has loved us. The speaker emphasizes the importance of restoration, bearing one another's burdens, and living in the spirit of gentleness. He also discusses the inhibitors of conceit and comparison, and encourages the congregation to strive for the mind of Christ, which is characterized by considering others more important than oneself. [... more]

The US President's ceasefire with Iran is off, amid reports of a new Iranian plot to assassinate him. Meanwhile, anti-Semitic chants broke out in the Hague after Morocco's loss to France in the World Cup, highlighting tensions in the Middle East. [... more]

The grandson of Fidel Castro, Rel Gorvo, Rodriguez, Castro, is seeking talks with President Trump as Cuba's power grid collapses. Meanwhile, the Democratic Party is embracing socialism, and the Bible warns of deception and the importance of salvation through Jesus Christ. [... more]

Living a godly life involves eliminating murmuring and disputing thoughts, seeking to be blameless and harmless in behavior, and actively pursuing a faultless reputation. This condition is an eternal promise that comes with salvation and works out in this life as a harmless reputation. By doing so, one can shine as a light in a sinful world and be without rebuke. [... more]

Managing money wisely is crucial for building a secure financial future. Faith and Finance explores the importance of Christian budgeting, credit card churning, and creating an emergency fund to achieve financial stability and freedom. [... more]