Some people and religions agree that Jesus was a good man maybe even a prophet but they struggle to accept that He's God incarnate Listen to Truth For Life as Alistair Begg explains why Christianity is meaningless without the incarnation of Christ ----------------------------------------- Click here and look for FROM THE SERMON to stream or read the full message This program is part of the series 'Who Is Jesus ' Learn more about our current resource request your copy with a donation of any amount Read stories from listeners like you who have benefited from Truth For Life Helpful Resources - [... more]

As a man what are your weaknesses True manhood goes beyond the physical embracing family responsibilities like providing with security nurturing and service and maybe even the thrill of fantasy football drafting Dave and Meg Robbins teach us what it means to be a good man Show Notes and Resources Want to hear more episodes by David and Meg Robbins listen here Double your impact by Dec Give families the gift of togetherness donate and it's matched dollar for dollar Act now for lasting change Find resources from this podcast at shop familylife com See resources from our past podcasts [... more]

Some people profess to believe in God but not in Jesus Some are willing to say Jesus was a good man or a wise man but not God Find out why those views aren't viable as we explore Jesus' claims about Himself on Truth For Life with Alistair Begg ----------------------------------------- Click here and look for FROM THE SERMON to stream or read the full message This program is part of the series 'Who Is Jesus ' Learn more about our current resource request your copy with a donation of any amount Read stories from listeners like you who have benefited [... more]

Toxic masculinity is just as destructive as we think it is to society and men alike But author and professor Nancy Pearcey's data shows more of the whole story of the power of a great dad and a good man to change their corner of the world As a little girl I looked up to my dad so much I was the youngest of four but I can remember being scared of the dark and I ran into my parents' bedroom I would snuggle in between my mom and dad and I remember my dad would put his arm around [... more]

Author and professor Nancy Pearcey knows her personal searing path toward war on men But on a broader level she began to ask how did the idea arise that masculinity is dangerous She uncovers why the script for masculinity turned toxic and how Christianity reconciles the war between the sexes renovating manhood for good There's a sociologist who did a study where he would ask young men What does it mean to be a good man They had no trouble answering that Integrity honesty sacrifice to be a protector and be a provider be generous and so on Then when [... more]

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We've all had those unfortunate moments when we've said something we shouldn't have It's a regrettable mistake But today on A NEW BEGINNING we'll see there are also times when we should have said something and we didn't We'll focus on the importance of expressing our thanks to God for His goodness And we'll see there's a lot more to this issue than just good manners Today Pastor Greg Laurie points out how it's a pathway to a closer and more rewarding relationship with Jesus Christ Listen on harvest org --- Learn more and subscribe to Harvest updates at harvest [... more]

Some do many great things but talk very little about them Some do few great things but talk a lot about them Today on A NEW BEGINNING Pastor Greg Laurie presents a contrast between Mordecai and another man named Haaman They both appear in the story of Esther One is a good man and gets little recognition the other an evil man who's angling for great recognition But today as the story continues the winds of change blow and these men get their just desserts Listen on harvest org --- Learn more and subscribe to Harvest updates at harvest org [... more]

Pastor and best-selling author Mark Batterson offers his insights on biblical masculinity and what it takes particularly for a father to raise a boy to become a good man Part of Receive Mark Batterson's book Play the Man Becoming the Man God Created You to Be for your donation of any amount Plus receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today Your monthly support helps families thrive https donate focusonthefamily com don-daily-broadcast-product- - - refcd Get more episode resources https www focusonthefamily com episodes broadcast discovering-what-it-means-to-be-a-man-part- -of- featured-resource-cta If you've listened to any of our podcasts please give [... more]

Pastor and best-selling author Mark Batterson offers his insights on biblical masculinity and what it takes particularly for a father to raise a boy to become a good man Part of Receive Mark Batterson's book Play the Man Becoming the Man God Created You to Be for your donation of any amount Plus receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today Your monthly support helps families thrive https donate focusonthefamily com don-daily-broadcast-product- - - refcd Get more episode resources https www focusonthefamily com episodes broadcast discovering-what-it-means-to-be-a-man-part- -of- featured-resource-cta If you've listened to any of our podcasts please give [... more]

Sincerity is great but it's not enough especially when it comes to this all-important matter the salvation of your soul In this message you'll identify three false paths on the broad way that many people go the paths of achieving good things finding God mystically in yourself or trusting sacramental rituals But in Matthew Jesus makes an astounding contrast between the false paths and the true path to God nbsp Click here to listen Duration [... more]

How do you remain confident in God's plan for your life The Almighty unveiled a dream for Joseph that he never could have foreseen One minute Joseph was in jail The next he became vice-regent of Egypt But he kept it all in perspective he knew that God was working out a perfect plan Whatever injustices or setbacks you face you can learn to submit yourself to God's kindness Only God who sees the future knows what dream is best for you nbsp Click here to listen Duration [... more]

Have you ever felt forgotten when your dreams are dashed Between Joseph and his dream lay injustice and false imprisonment In fact he faced powerful temptation because of his important position his vulnerability and his distance from home Yet even when he felt forgotten he didn't sin against the One who never forgets God If you're His child God doesn't abandon you nbsp Click here to listen Duration [... more]

All cars are equipped with rear-view mirrors and side-view mirrors But the safest way to drive is obviously looking out the windshield It's best to look ahead at what's coming Today on A NEW BEGINNING Pastor Greg Laurie says we should take the same approach to life We should look ahead to see what's coming And today we'll do just that as we look at eternal life to help us properly focus on how to live this life A good many of your questions about heaven will be answered We'll learn to look ahead View and subscribe to Pastor Greg's [... more]

It's Parenting to teach our children to say please and thank you It's just good manners But a mumbled thank you does not an attitude of gratitude make Today on A New Beginning to honor the holiday here in the U S Pastor Greg Laurie brings us a look at the proper way to show genuine heartfelt gratitude to our God for all the many blessings He's bestowed on us If you're hearing this and you're breathing you have something to be thankful for View and subscribe to Pastor Greg's weekly notes --- Learn more and subscribe to Harvest updates [... more]

Did your mom ever tell you that bad company corrupts good manners It's true the wrong kind of counsel can be devastating Israel's history was so messed up because her kings kept listening to bad advice What is your history like [... more]

Amazing study this Breastplate of Righteousness Note the Hebrew Prefix of Sarai's name as the breastplate in Is - The think about what we know of Sarai SARAH and what is taught in the Hebrew Midrash and Talmud Notes and Links below https www chabad org library article cdo aid jewish Abraham-And-Sarah htm We have told you many stories about Abraham but not so many about his wife Sarah But Sarah was just as great as Abraham She had all the great qualities that Abraham had She was wise and kind and a prophetess And G 'd told Abraham to [... more]

What marks a man as good Son of author Sally Clarkson Nathan Clarkson points out characteristics that join together to define a good man including adventurous devout heroic and yes emotional Clarkson reminds us that even Jesus wept and allowed his heart to be moved by the needs people had Many men stuff their emotions so as not to look weak Hear how he coaches parents who might be raising an artistic child like he was Show Notes and Resources Learn more about the Love Like You Mean It video series with Bob Lepine https www familylife com love-like-you-mean-it-study Find [... more]

What characterizes a good man Author Nathan Clarkson talks about the unique role men play in God's creation and points to Christ as the embodiment of all that a man should be Nathan shares how his pastor-father discipled him growing up and reminisces about his thirteenth birthday when his father gave him a sword and told him that he was made to be a hero Clarkson admits that while he's lived independently of God many times he's learned that a good man admits his weaknesses and seeks the help of God and others to do this thing called life Show [... more]

What defines true masculinity Author actor and musician Nathan Clarkson reflects on the first thirty years of his life as someone who is different and tells how his parents encouraged his natural giftings and loved him just as he was As someone who struggles with ADHD dyslexia and obsessive compulsive behaviors Nathan says believing in God was never a problem with him but obeying was another story In his search to find his identity Clarkson describes his journey to find out what a good man is and does and talks about where his research led him Show Notes and Resources [... more]