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Our American Stories

Lee Habeeb

July 13, 2026

The Most Valuable Gift I Ever Received Came From a Homeless Man

A homeless man's selfless act of buying a Bible to match the interior of a kind-hearted truck driver's new vehicle teaches a valuable lesson about the power of generosity and humanity. This heartwarming story highlights the importance of community and volunteering, showcasing the transformative impact of kindness on individuals and society. [... more]

Faith And Finance

Rob West

July 13, 2026

Contentment in Every Season with Jeff Manion

Cultivating contentment in a culture that constantly craves more is a learned behavior that requires trust and a deep understanding of one's financial status and the source of wealth. Jeff Mannion, teaching pastor of Ada Bible Church, shares his personal journey of learning contentment and the importance of generosity in breaking the grip of wealth on our lives. By focusing on what we already have and being fully alive to God and the people around us, we can navigate the challenges of prosperity and find true peace and joy. [... more]

Truth for Life

Alistair Begg

July 13, 2026

Divine King (Part 2 of 2)

The Bible teaches that God created the world good, but sin made it bad, and in Jesus, it's made new, and one day it'll be made perfect. This understanding of the storyline of the Bible gives Christians a distinct view of the world, emphasizing the kingship of Jesus and His role in redemption and the future. [... more]

Truth for Life

Alistair Begg

July 11, 2026

Blind from Birth

Alastair Begg explores the reasons why people are spiritually blind and what's needed to open their eyes. He explains that Jesus' miracles, such as healing the blind man in John chapter 9, point to the fact that He opens the spiritual sight of men and women. Begg emphasizes that each person is spiritually blind from birth and that the Bible confronts us with the bad news of who and what we are before offering the good news of redemption through Jesus Christ. [... more]

Faith And Finance

Rob West

July 10, 2026

Back To School Smarts with Crystal Paine

Crystal Payne shares practical advice on back-to-school budgeting, including involving kids in the process and taking advantage of tax-free weekends. Rob West also answers listener questions on retirement savings, generosity, and estate planning, emphasizing the importance of prioritizing needs, building an emergency fund, and seeking professional guidance. [... more]

Truth for Life

Alistair Begg

July 10, 2026

Divine King (Part 1 of 2)

Jesus Christ's kingship is central to the work of redemption, and his reign is seen in subduing us to himself, ruling and defending us, and restraining and conquering all his and our enemies. The cross is the epicenter of Christ's reign, where He declares it is finished and triumphs over all things that are ranged against Him and those for whom He dies. [... more]

Truth for Life

Alistair Begg

July 09, 2026

Great High Priest (Part 2 of 2)

Jesus has provided a perfect antidote to the devil's accusations, offering forgiveness and atonement for sin. As our great high priest, he has fulfilled all righteousness, bore the penalty for our lawbreaking, and made a once-and-for-all sacrifice for sins. This allows us to rest securely, knowing that our sins are forgiven and we are not our own, but belong to our faithful Savior Jesus Christ. [... more]

Faith And Finance

Rob West

July 09, 2026

Overcoming Financial Unrest with Elizabeth Brickman

Financial unrest affects many people, believers and unbelievers alike, regardless of their financial situation. It's not about money, but about our mindset and the downward pulls of the culture, the enemy, and our own human nature. By identifying and confronting the thoughts triggering unrest, we can separate spiritual fact from fiction and apply biblical solutions to achieve financial rest and peace. [... more]

Truth for Life

Alistair Begg

July 08, 2026

Great High Priest (Part 1 of 2)

Alastair Begg explains the essential role of Jesus as our great high priest, highlighting his merciful and faithful nature, and how he has done everything necessary in relationship to God to provide salvation and redemption for humanity. [... more]

Faith And Finance

Rob West

July 07, 2026

Financial Virtues Series: Prudence (Wisdom) with Dr. Greg Forster

Biblical wisdom for financial decisions, exploring the virtue of prudence and its application in Christian investing, emphasizing the importance of aligning one's financial actions with their faith and values. [... more]

Truth for Life

Alistair Begg

July 07, 2026

Suffering Servant (Part 2 of 2)

Jesus' humanity and suffering are essential to the gospel's appeal, as he endured the full weight of human pain and emotions, yet remained obedient to the Father's will. This authentic expression of humanity makes the gospel attractive and relatable, allowing Christians to effectively impact a world they're not in. [... more]

Truth for Life

Alistair Begg

July 06, 2026

Suffering Servant (Part 1 of 2)

Jesus' experience in the Garden of Gethsemane reveals a deeply distressed and troubled Christ, overwhelmed with sorrow to the point of death, as he faces the prospect of his own crucifixion and the will of God the Father. [... more]

Truth for Life

Alistair Begg

July 04, 2026

This Dark World’s Light

Alastair Begg explores the concept of spiritual blindness, explaining how it is a mirror image of our physical condition, and how we are unable to rectify our predicament without the intervention of God. He discusses how Jesus comes to expose our blindness, touch our lives, and make us new, using the story of a blind man in John chapter 9 as an example. [... more]

Truth for Life

Alistair Begg

July 03, 2026

Personal Evangelist (Part 2 of 2)

A Samaritan woman's encounter with Jesus at a well leads to a powerful gospel opportunity, demonstrating the impact of personal evangelism and the importance of sharing the message of Jesus as the Savior of the world. [... more]

Truth for Life

Alistair Begg

July 02, 2026

Personal Evangelist (Part 1 of 2)

Jesus' encounter with a Samaritan woman at a well in John's Gospel highlights the importance of personal evangelism and cross-cultural mission. Alastair Begg emphasizes that the passion for reaching people with the gospel is quenched when we lose sight of the grandeur of the gospel, and that every generation needs to take to heart Jesus' exhortation to open their eyes and look at the fields ripe for harvest. [... more]

Faith And Finance

Rob West

July 02, 2026

Boasting in God, Not Wealth

The subtle danger of using wealth to boast is explored through the story of King Hezekiah, who treated God's miraculous provision as a monument to his own success. This temptation is not new and can lead to spiritual toxicity. Modern-day stewards must ask whether their wealth is creeping into their identity and check what their possessions are pointing to. Faithful stewardship flips the script and says, 'Everything I have has been entrusted to me by God.' [... more]

Living on the Edge

Chip Ingram

July 02, 2026

My Generosity Manifesto, Part 2

Generosity is a key aspect of Christianity, and giving is a way to stop greed in the heart and allow God to cultivate transformation. Chip Ingram shares four counterintuitive principles about sowing and reaping, including reaping where we sow and reaping how much we sow. He also presents his personal manifesto, which includes giving 10% of income and time to God, capping lifestyle expenses, and removing personal debt. The goal is to become an extraordinarily generous person, not just in giving, but in living a life that reflects Jesus' teachings. [... more]

Wisdom for the Heart

Dr. Stephen Davey

July 02, 2026

Hand in Glove (Romans 8:12–15)

Being led by the Spirit of God means to be led into the Word of God and to obey its teachings. This is a fundamental aspect of Christianity, where the Holy Spirit enables believers to follow divine leadership and experience a divine relationship with God. Through adoption by God, believers become sons of God, inheriting the full rights of their citizenship in heaven and receiving the spirit of adoption, which allows them to cry out to God as Abba, Father, with intimacy and respect. [... more]

Truth for Life

Alistair Begg

July 01, 2026

Compassionate Shepherd

Jesus' compassion is revealed in his miracles, particularly in the stories of the centurion's servant and the widow's son, demonstrating his power to heal and bring comfort to those in need, regardless of their social status or background. [... more]

Faith And Finance

Rob West

July 01, 2026

Before You Borrow with Ron Blue

Certified Kingdom Advisors help individuals integrate their faith with financial decisions, offering guidance on biblical finance, faith-based investing, and charitable giving. They emphasize the importance of stewardship, financial planning, and living out Christian values in all aspects of life. [... more]