Selections from Job Like an accused criminal with no defense attorney Job represents himself and presents his case before his friends He even invites an answer from his sovereign Judge Join Pastor Chuck Swindoll as he observes Job's day in court Job Job teaches us lasting lessons in his suffering Uncover how to reflect on past blessings pursue humility in present trials and reaffirm your commitment to integrity [... more]

Selections from Job In this passage Job declares truth about God He is determined to think God's thoughts rather than rely on humanistic reasoning Pastor Chuck Swindoll encourages you to pursue five priorities based on Job Encounter a whole new way of looking at suffering Value the wisdom that God forges in those experiencing adversity Follow Job's trail of courage and integrity [... more]

Welcome to a special edition of the BreakPoint podcast In view of the th anniversary of the - terrorist attack on the United States our team went back and revisited commentaries from our founder Chuck Colson [... more]

Selections from Job In this passage Job declares truth about God He is determined to think God's thoughts rather than rely on humanistic reasoning Pastor Chuck Swindoll encourages you to pursue five priorities based on Job Encounter a whole new way of looking at suffering Value the wisdom that God forges in those experiencing adversity Follow Job's trail of courage and integrity [... more]

years ago this month Chuck Colson started the Breakpoint commentary Two notable deaths this week Gloria Steinem and Wendell Berry And a new study suggests that our th graders are not alright Segment Years of Breakpoint and the Deaths of Gloria Steinem and Wendell Berry Beyond Strange Bedfellows The Genesis of Gender by Abigail Favale Segment Meta's Record Settlement Mental Health Crisis in Children Meta Settlement Mental Health study The Triumph of the Therapeutic by Philip RIEFF Segment Treating the Homeless Treatment First Policy Mobile Loaves and Fishes [... more]

Job The study of Job is essentially the study of God In this message Pastor Chuck Swindoll examines how Job instructs his friends on the character of God Job magnifies the Creator and acknowledges the inscrutability of His ways Freely admit the limitations in your knowledge of God but adore Him fully as your trustworthy Shepherd [... more]

North Carolina's Hurricane Helene recovery efforts are increasingly focused on addressing affordable housing needs in western communities still rebuilding from the storm Meanwhile the Greenville Police Department has scrapped plans to roll out Flock license plate reader cameras The program also covers the U S House vote to censure North Carolina Congressman Chuck Edwards following a House Ethics Committee report including Edwards' remarks from the House floor Plus the State Board of Elections is considering new absentee ballot guidance after implementation of updated rules was delayed See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

Job The study of Job is essentially the study of God In this message Pastor Chuck Swindoll examines how Job instructs his friends on the character of God Job magnifies the Creator and acknowledges the inscrutability of His ways Freely admit the limitations in your knowledge of God but adore Him fully as your trustworthy Shepherd [... more]

North Carolina Medicaid is rolling out new work and renewal requirements that will affect some beneficiaries as the state implements changes to eligibility and continued coverage Mitch Kokai of the John Locke Foundation joins the program to discuss Republican groups asking the U S Supreme Court to block a Fourth Circuit ruling involving political advertising rules Andy Jackson of the John Locke Foundation examines how North Carolina's early voting plans compare with those used during the midterm elections Plus the program previews the U S House censuring North Carolina Congressman Chuck Edwards over his conduct toward former female staffers See [... more]

Selections from Job The unfair criticism continues so how does Job respond With grace even under immense pressure Pastor Chuck Swindoll explores Job's unwavering trust in God during a season of deep pain Job Even though Job couldn't locate the presence of God understand His plan or justify God's permissions he wholeheartedly trusted in Him Believe God is still in control [... more]

Thirty-five years ago today on September Chuck Colson broadcast the very first episode of Breakpoint Download the Colson Educators app today on the Apple App Store or Google Play [... more]

Selections from Job The unfair criticism continues so how does Job respond With grace even under immense pressure Pastor Chuck Swindoll explores Job's unwavering trust in God during a season of deep pain Job Even though Job couldn't locate the presence of God understand His plan or justify God's permissions he wholeheartedly trusted in Him Believe God is still in control [... more]

Selections from Job The unfair criticism continues so how does Job respond With grace even under immense pressure Pastor Chuck Swindoll explores Job's unwavering trust in God during a season of deep pain Job Even though Job couldn't locate the presence of God understand His plan or justify God's permissions he wholeheartedly trusted in Him Believe God is still in control [... more]

Congressman Chuck Edwards is appealing directly to his House colleagues in a letter ahead of an expected censure vote stemming from the ethics investigation that preceded his decision to end his reelection campaign Theresa Opeka of Carolina Journal joins the program to discuss Labor Commissioner Luke Farley recognition of astronaut Christina Koch and her North Carolina roots Andrew Pomeranz of Carolina Journal examines the growing role of prediction markets in North Carolina elections including both their expanding reach and potential risks See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

Selections from Job How should believers wisely respond to false accusations Tune in to hear Pastor Chuck Swindoll talk about Job's shrewd response to Zophar's painfully inaccurate accusations Job Compare and contrast the lives of the righteous and wicked When responding to an accuser stay calm speak truth and get tough Let the Lord defend you [... more]

Selections from Job How should believers wisely respond to false accusations Tune in to hear Pastor Chuck Swindoll talk about Job's shrewd response to Zophar's painfully inaccurate accusations Job Compare and contrast the lives of the righteous and wicked When responding to an accuser stay calm speak truth and get tough Let the Lord defend you [... more]

Matt Slick Live Live Broadcast of is a production of the Christian Apologetics Research Ministry CARM Matt answers questions on topics such as The Bible Apologetics Theology World Religions Atheism and other issues You can also email questions to Matt using info carm org Put Radio Show Question in the Subject line Answers will be discussed in a future show Topics Include What About Alter Calls Matt Discusses The Peace That Results From God Choosing The Elect Chuck Missler and The Hour of Darkness A Recent Convert to Catholicism Matt Attempts to Talk Reason August [... more]

Selections from Job In Job Bildad seeks to infuse fear into Job by focusing on the terrors of death Job courageously responds But as for me I know that my Redeemer lives and he will stand upon the earth at last Job Pastor Chuck Swindoll presents lasting lessons on suffering hope and the assurance of salvation Discover how to reprove another individual at the right time and in the right way More importantly encounter the Redeemer Job predicted many years prior to His actual arrival [... more]

Selections from Job In Job Bildad seeks to infuse fear into Job by focusing on the terrors of death Job courageously responds But as for me I know that my Redeemer lives and he will stand upon the earth at last Job Pastor Chuck Swindoll presents lasting lessons on suffering hope and the assurance of salvation Discover how to reprove another individual at the right time and in the right way More importantly encounter the Redeemer Job predicted many years prior to His actual arrival [... more]

Selections from Job Job desperately needed grace-filled words from his family and friends The absence of grace might have hurt Job the most In this message encounter the second round of condemning reminders from Eliphaz to Job Job Pastor Chuck Swindoll expounds on Job's despondent spirit and the necessity of grace God develops a unique faith in the seasons when fog clouds everything and you cannot sense His presence Lean into His sustaining amazing grace especially through the uncertainty [... more]

Selections from Job Job desperately needed grace-filled words from his family and friends The absence of grace might have hurt Job the most In this message encounter the second round of condemning reminders from Eliphaz to Job Job Pastor Chuck Swindoll expounds on Job's despondent spirit and the necessity of grace God develops a unique faith in the seasons when fog clouds everything and you cannot sense His presence Lean into His sustaining amazing grace especially through the uncertainty [... more]

Selections from Job Job's third friend Zophar assaults Job in his grief-stricken state with incorrect accusations Zophar's pride blinds him into believing Job knows nothing of God's character Listen to Pastor Chuck Swindoll talk about the traps of arrogance legalism and insensitivity Job Watch as Job refuses to fall under Zophar's legalistic requirements Examine Job's pleas to God as he seeks to know Him more deeply Understand that you are accountable to God for your life and faith and not to human-based dictates Trust Him [... more]

President Donald Trump has endorsed Republican Jennifer Balkcom in North Carolina's th Congressional District while new questions are emerging over campaign funds connected to outgoing Congressman Chuck Edwards and a Las Vegas trip Meanwhile North Carolina has secured nearly million in federal funding for rail safety improvements and track upgrades across the state Mitch Kokai of the John Locke Foundation joins the program to discuss a major court ruling finding that North Carolina has failed to meet its constitutional obligation to maintain and protect the state's fisheries Plus a judge has ruled that former Governor Roy Cooper will not be [... more]

Selections from Job Job's third friend Zophar assaults Job in his grief-stricken state with incorrect accusations Zophar's pride blinds him into believing Job knows nothing of God's character Listen to Pastor Chuck Swindoll talk about the traps of arrogance legalism and insensitivity Job Watch as Job refuses to fall under Zophar's legalistic requirements Examine Job's pleas to God as he seeks to know Him more deeply Understand that you are accountable to God for your life and faith and not to human-based dictates Trust Him [... more]

Selections from Job Instead of bringing sympathy and comfort Job's second friend advises him with dogmatic truth Even if his theology was correct his method of sharing caused harm Pastor Chuck Swindoll examines the counsel from Bildad plus Job's response in Job Job longed for a mediator who could stand between him and God Believers today have the perfect mediator in Jesus Christ look to Him and point others toward the same [... more]

Chuck Swindahl offers practical and honest counsel on responding to bad counsel, shame, and pride, drawing from the story of Job, and emphasizes the importance of faith, trust, and seeking God's guidance in times of confusion and struggle. [... more]

When someone you love is suffering deeply and it's totally unfair, what do you say to restore their confidence? Chuck Swindahl takes us deeper into Job's painful exchange with his friend Elifez, a man who started gently enough but couldn't resist delivering a verdict. Chuck shows us how accusation has a way of quietly replacing compassion, and how a person drowning in grief doesn't need a lecture, they need a lifeline. [... more]

Job's misery had company, with three friends showing up to comfort him, but their advice was faulty and only made things worse. Chuck Swindahl explores the importance of good counsel and the dangers of bad counsel, drawing from the book of Job and the wisdom of Proverbs. [... more]

Representative Jennifer Balcombe, a two-term member of the North Carolina House, has been selected by Republicans in western North Carolina to replace Congressman Chuck Edwards as the GOP nominee for North Carolina's 11th congressional district. Balcombe plans to bring her focus on making life more affordable for working families, improving community safety, and supporting farmers to Washington, D.C. as she faces off against Democrat Jamie Ager in the November general election. [... more]

Chuck Swindahl explores the depths of human suffering in Job chapter 3, offering a word of grace for those who've poured out their unedited emotions. He shares personal anecdotes and biblical insights, emphasizing God's understanding and ability to handle our darkest moments. [... more]

The 11th Congressional District GOP Executive Committee is set to meet in Buncombe County to choose the GOP's replacement candidate for United States House after Congressman Chuck Edwards' resignation. Meanwhile, Miss North Carolina USA Brittany Bolton House was stripped of her title due to alleged violations of the Miss USA organization's standards, which she believes may be related to her conservative views and Mormon faith. [... more]

Chuck Swindal explores the difficult journey of Job, who falls into deep depression despite his deep faith, and how the church often fails to provide a safe space for confession. Job's story reveals the raw, unfiltered voice of a man crying out from the depths of his humanity, 'O God, where are you?' [... more]

The intersection of faith, family, and societal trends is explored through discussions on Prison Fellowship, Chuck Colson's legacy, and the importance of family and marriage. The conversation also touches on the consequences of loneliness and aging, as well as the clash of civilizations and the implications of Huntington's thesis. [... 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]

The Bible contains a chapter that is often skipped, but it's a raw and honest portrayal of a man at the end of his rope, struggling with depression and loss of intimacy with God. This chapter, Job 3, is a powerful reminder that even the godly can experience deep emotional pain and that it's okay to not be okay. [... more]

A major political bombshell unfolds in North Carolina as Congressman Chuck Edwards announces he will not seek re-election, leaving a vacancy in the 11th congressional district. The Republican Party will select a replacement nominee, and the candidate will face Democrat Jamie Ager in the election. Meanwhile, the North Carolina General Assembly is considering a hemp ban and election laws, with the governor planning to veto the legislation. [... more]

A good husband listens well and tells his wife the truth, while also taking his role as her spiritual encourager seriously, teaching her about God with gentleness and grace. Friends care enough to come without being invited, respond with sympathy and comfort, openly express the depth of their feelings, aren't turned off by distasteful sights, and understand so they say very little, providing a quiet, steady gift of simply showing up and staying. [... more]

A new generation of conservatives is reevaluating the legacy of former President Richard Nixon, who was brought down by the establishment they believe targeted President Trump. This renaissance is partly due to new scholarship and a desire to tell the rest of the story, including the transformative impact of Jesus Christ on the life of Chuck Colson, Nixon's special counsel who was embroiled in the Watergate scandal. [... more]

Congressman Chuck Edwards announces he's dropping out of his reelection campaign after a House ethics committee found him in violation of House rules related to sexual harassment and creating a hostile workplace. Meanwhile, North Carolina lawmakers are debating hemp regulation, with some advocating for a ban on THC products and others pushing for a more nuanced approach. A bipartisan group of officials has also formed a partnership to combat fraud and protect taxpayer money. [... more]

A man's integrity is tested when he loses everything, including his health, and his wife's words cut to the bone. Job's response to his wife's advice teaches husbands valuable lessons about listening, speaking truthfully, and modeling verbal purity, while also sharing spiritual guidance and wisdom. [... more]