What comes to mind when someone is described as blessed Do you envision a successful career or maybe great wealth These things are vastly different from what Jesus values On Truth For Life Alistair Begg explores Christ's countercultural teaching ----------------------------------------- Click here and look for FROM THE SERMON to stream or read the full message This program is part of the special sermon 'The Beatitudes from Fifty Thousand Feet' Learn more about our current resource request your copy with a donation of any amount Helpful Resources - Learn about God's salvation plan - Read our most recent articles - Subscribe [... more]

The media usually portrays angels as meek and mild-mannered So you might find it surprising that the Bible depicts them as fierce military fighters Dr David Jeremiah continues his series Angels with a look at more characteristics of these heavenly beings that pop culture gets wrong [... more]

Your investments can do more than grow your portfolio They can also create meaningful opportunities to bless others and support the work of God's Kingdom As the end of the year approaches many Christians begin thinking about charitable giving But generosity doesn't have to come exclusively from a checking or savings account Your investment portfolio may offer additional ways to give sometimes with valuable tax advantages Brian Mumbert President and CEO of Timothy Plan a pioneer in the world of faith-based investing joined the show today to discuss how Christians can incorporate generosity into their investment strategies Generosity Begins With [... more]

The church needs leaders who serve and servants who lead So said one notable pastor Peter doesn't address just the suffering flock of believers in this letter he also has encouragement for the leaders of the flock the pastors What are the characteristics of a shepherd who serves among God's flock What are his responsibilities and how can a church flourish under such leadership Here Peter places himself and fellow shepherds under the microscope [... more]

Did you know that some of the strongest words of condemnation by Jesus are directed against the hypocrisy of the scribes and Pharisees On this episode of The Verdict Pastor John Munro takes a closer look at the warnings given by Jesus and the characteristics of hypocrisy to avoid in our own lives [... more]

Understand the five characteristics of maintaining a listening spirit in the life of the believer Donate https store intouch org donate generalSee omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

God calls elders to lead the church and care for the spiritual needs of believers Some preach God's Word but what else does this role entail And what characteristics should elders exhibit Think this through with Alistair Begg on Truth For Life ----------------------------------------- Click here and look for FROM THE SERMON to stream or read the full message This program is part of the series A Study in Timothy Volume ' Learn more about our current resource request your copy with a donation of any amount In one of the most famous sermons ever preached Jesus explains that the values [... more]

The Bible reveals God's plan of salvation To trace this unfolding plan and find our place in it Christians must give attention to God's covenant promises Today J V Fesko introduces the study of covenant theology Get J V Fesko's video teaching series Signed Sealed Delivered plus his ebook and digital study guide with your donation https gift renewingyourmind org Meet Today's Teacher J V Fesko is the Harriet Barbour Professor of Systematic and Historical Theology at Reformed Theological Seminary in Jackson MS and a minister in the Orthodox Presbyterian Church Renewing Your Mind is a donor-supported outreach of Ligonier [... more]

Discover the characteristics of those with the spiritual gift of organization Donate https store intouch org donate generalSee omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

Discover the characteristics of those with the spiritual gift of teaching Donate https store intouch org donate generalSee omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

Women have played a vital role in advancing the gospel from the very beginning In Romans the Apostle Paul introduces us to Phoebe a trusted partner whose generosity influence and service helped further his ministry Her story offers a compelling picture of what it means to use the resources God has entrusted to us to advance the gospel John Rinehart founder and CEO of Gospel Patrons has spent years studying and telling the stories of men and women who have supported gospel ministry throughout history He says Phoebe is one of the clearest biblical examples of what he calls a [... more]

Jesus is our standard in giving He made Himself nothing in order to give us everything In this message from Corinthians Pastor Lutzer identifies five characteristics of the generous people at Macedonia Why were the Macedonian believers able to give out of their severe trial and poverty This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount Get yours at https rtwoffer com or call us at - - - Moody Church Media https www moodymedia org home of Running To Win exists to bring glory to God through the transformation of lives Erwin W Lutzer is Pastor [... more]

The COVID pandemic highlighted the need for Christians to exercise critical thinking and discernment in the face of deception and lies. Christians must be prepared to question authority and challenge false narratives, even when they come from trusted sources. The Bible teaches that Christians are to be ready to defend their faith and to seek answers, rather than simply asking questions. In the context of the COVID pandemic, Christians were faced with conflicting information and conflicting narratives, and they must be equipped to navigate these complexities and to make informed decisions. The Bible teaches that Christians are to be discerning and to test all things, and that they are to be guided by the truth of Scripture. [... more]

Dr. Sinclair Ferguson explains the importance of understanding the basics of the Christian life, emphasizing that many people may feel alive but are spiritually dead, and that true followers of Jesus Christ must trust in Him and His word to experience eternal life and freedom from spiritual bondage. [... more]

The return of Jesus Christ is certain and soon, and believers must be people of hope, insight, and courage in these last days. They must be salt and light in a godless culture, confronting evil and sharing the gospel. The Lord's return will usher in a day of judgment for the ungodly, and God is giving people a chance to repent before the day of judgment comes. [... more]

Investors are wondering whether the market is getting ahead of itself, especially in AI and tech. A timely article by Mark Biller at Sound Mind Investing explores how investors should handle a potential bubble, focusing on staying diversified, rebalancing periodically, keeping reasonable expectations, and focusing on a long-term strategy that can stick with all different types of market environments. [... more]

Gideon, an ordinary man, was used by God to save Israel from the Midianites. God uses common people, cleansed people, courageous people, cautious people, and confident people to do extraordinary things. He wants to take ordinary people and do extraordinary things to ordinary people. God's people need to understand their identity in Christ and be available to Him, trusting in His power and provision. [... more]

Living with a definite purpose in mind, prioritizing prayer, and trusting God through faith and obedience can lead to experiencing God's favorable hand in one's life, allowing for the pouring out of His blessings and goodness. [... more]

God is constantly monitoring the hearts of every living human being, seeking those whose heart is completely his, to strongly support them, and to help them through the moral temptation, emotionally, financially, and spiritually. [... more]

The new birth is a miracle only God can perform, bringing eternal life and salvation to those who receive Christ. It's a direct and immediate work of God in the human heart, instantaneous and supernatural, yet it requires human cooperation and faith. [... more]