Paul's teachings on Titus emphasize the importance of self-sacrifice, purity, and modesty in Christian marriage and motherhood, challenging cultural norms and encouraging women to prioritize their relationships and faith over personal desires and expectations. [... more]

God's answer to spiritual growth and transformation lies in authentic community, where the real you shows up, meets real needs, and serves others for the right reason and in the right way. This environment is characterized by devotion, humility, and genuine service, and is essential for experiencing supernatural transformation. [... more]

The aging of the American population is a significant culture-shaping force, with older believers having a crucial role in mentoring younger women and promoting God's design for marriage and family. Paul's letters, particularly Titus, emphasize the importance of older women modeling holy living and mentoring younger women to love their husbands and children, and to live with reverence and purity. [... more]

Understanding who you are in Christ and thinking accurately about yourself is crucial for discovering your role and purpose in life. By recognizing your strengths and weaknesses, and deploying your spiritual gifts, you can fulfill God's plan for your life and find your place in the body of Christ. [... more]

Godly older women are to be reverent, not malicious gossips, and teach younger women to love their husbands and children, modeling a life of self-sacrificing love and godly living. [... more]

Dan and Mary Kay Rath, Christian real estate agents, discuss the importance of personal relationships and financial decisions in buying and selling homes, while Wade Arnold, a marriage coach, shares his expertise on coaching and counseling for Christian couples, highlighting the need for biblical guidance in marriage and relationships. [... more]

A family's cherished photograph from Independence Day 1907 in Audubon, Iowa, holds a story of patriotism, community, and tradition. The Goff family's memories of the day, including a parade, picnic, and fireworks, are shared through the handwritten memoirs of Leora Goff, the oldest daughter. The story highlights the importance of preserving family history and the value of community celebrations. [... more]

A couple shares their incredible journey of marriage restoration, redemption, and healing, highlighting the power of faithfulness, God's love, and trust in overcoming marital struggles and relationship challenges. [... more]

The tongue has the power to bring great destruction, just like a wildfire or a wild animal. Christians must be careful with their words, as they can either build up or tear down others. A harsh tongue reveals an angry heart, a boastful tongue an insecure heart, and a filthy tongue an impure heart. Only Jesus can cleanse what's inside, helping us to speak words that are in line with His character. [... more]

Witnessing is not a disposition, but a decision to share the gospel with others, and it requires faithful obedience, trust in the supernatural work of God, and understanding that it may not always result in spiritual fruit or a favorable response. [... more]

Pastor Andrew Hopper shares his journey of adopting a child with special needs and how it has deepened his family's understanding of the gospel and their role in the church. He discusses the challenges of adoption and the importance of the church coming alongside families in this process. [... more]

Embracing the conviction that God owns everything can transform the way we live, give, and steward our resources. By surrendering our ownership and adopting a stewardship mindset, we can gain humility and hope, and reorder our hearts so that money serves its proper place. This shift in perspective can lead to a more faithful and intentional approach to financial decision-making, aligning our desires with God's priorities and multiplying what belongs to the Lord. [... more]

Conflict is inevitable in marriage, but it can be a catalyst for growth when addressed wisely and lovingly. Chip Ingram teaches the two predictable patterns couples follow, the negative dance and the positive dance, and provides practical tools to resolve conflict peaceably, including defining the problem, initiating a time to talk, focusing on the perceived problem, and feeling each other's pain. [... more]

Millions around the world are stuck in generational poverty, but the body of Christ is working together to break this cycle. Faith and Finance is partnering with Cross International to lift 250 kids in Malawi, Uganda, and Zambia out of poverty and introduce them to the love of Jesus. [... more]

Rich Eisen Show live from the NFL Combine in Indianapolis, where he interviews Tampa Bay Buccaneers head coach Todd Bowles, Philadelphia Eagles general manager Howie Roseman, and Cleveland Browns head coach Kevin Stefanski about their teams' offseason plans, quarterback situations, and expectations for the upcoming season. [... more]

Cultivating spiritual intimacy is key to keeping love alive in marriage. Chip Ingram shares practical insights on how to develop this essential skill, drawing from biblical teachings and personal experiences. By focusing on God's design for marriage and choosing unconditional love, couples can build a deeper connection and navigate life's challenges together. [... more]

Secretary of State Marco Rubio's speech at the Munich Security Conference highlighted the importance of preserving Western culture and values, and the need for a robust and ideational society to resist decline. Rubio's speech was seen as a powerful articulation of the clash of civilizations, and a call to action for the West to defend its way of life. In contrast, Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez's response to Rubio's speech was criticized for its simplistic and mechanistic view of culture, which reduced it to a reaction to class struggle. The conversation also touched on the importance of understanding the human person and the role of God in shaping history, and the need for a robust and ideational society to resist decline. [... more]

Living with God, not just under Him or for Him, but in Him, is the key to the Christian life. The Holy Spirit is our live-in teacher, helper, reminder, and guide, who brings us to remembrance all that Jesus ever said, and helps us to see the truth and live in it. [... more]

During World War II, Spam and Hershey's chocolate played significant roles in feeding American soldiers. Spam's history dates back to 1937, and it was shipped to troops in large quantities. Hershey's created the D-Ration bar, a heat-resistant chocolate bar designed for emergency rations, and later produced the Tropical Chocolate Bar. These food items served their purpose, providing sustenance to soldiers during a time of war. [... more]

The concept of truth has been shifted from an objective, external standard to a subjective, personal perspective, leading to a crisis of truth in modern society. The Bible and doctrine are essential for understanding the truth, but many people have abandoned these sources in favor of personal opinions and feelings. [... more]

Being a Christian is not just about being saved, but about being spirit-filled and letting the Holy Spirit carry you through life's circumstances. The Bible teaches that being filled with the Spirit is a command, not a suggestion, and it's essential for obedience, obligations, and opportunities. To be spirit-filled, one must have a complete commitment to the Holy Spirit, a continual control, and a conscious claiming of the fullness of the Spirit. The results of being spirit-filled include a spirit of adoration, appreciation, and accommodation in relationships with God, circumstances, and other people. [... more]

Charles Spurgeon, a renowned pastor and theologian, was born into a legacy of pastors and became one of the most influential pastors in history. He resisted God's Spirit, but eventually found salvation at the age of 16 after hearing a simple message from a lay preacher. Spurgeon went on to preach to thousands, start numerous ministries, and write over 140 books, despite suffering from physical ailments and controversy throughout his life. [... more]

Long-term planning provides hope and perspective to overcome short-term pain and challenges in marriage, while communication and shared goals are key to building a strong relationship. [... more]

Tim and Emily Arnett, music directors, share their journey from church to radio ministry in England, while Chase, the owner of Buddy Scoops Ice Cream, talks about his passion for ice cream and his family's ministry, Journey Home Ministries, which focuses on spreading unconditional love and identity in Christ. [... more]

Marriages suffocate without hope, but Jesus' teachings on hope can bring new life to relationships. By planning and prioritizing time together, couples can build a strong foundation for their marriage and overcome short-term challenges. Jesus' promise to prepare a place for his followers and his command to love one another as he loves the church provide a long-term plan and a specific path for couples to follow. By keeping promises and serving one another, couples can build hope and intimacy in their marriage. [... more]

Jesus teaches his disciples about the importance of hope in their marriage, explaining that hope is the oxygen of the soul and that it allows them to endure daily struggles. He shares a long-term plan for their future, promising to prepare a place for them and to come back for them. Chip Ingram emphasizes the importance of planning and creating a specific path for their marriage, and provides practical tools and exercises to help couples achieve this goal. [... more]

You are no longer an orphan, but a child of God, loved and secure in His heart. Jesus' promise to not leave you as orphans is a deep assurance to every believer, and His coming back in the person of the Holy Spirit is a powerful reminder of your adoption and inheritance as a child of God. [... more]

Solomon's wisdom in Ecclesiastes reveals that sometimes sorrow is better than laughter, rebuke is better than praise, and the hard way is better than the easy way. He teaches that adversity has an advantage, difficulty develops us, and the end of a thing is better than its beginning. Solomon's words offer profound insights into the human experience, encouraging us to take life seriously, learn from adversity, and cultivate patience and endurance. [... more]

Jesus knew exactly who He was and exactly what His work would accomplish. He said, I am the way, the truth, and the life. What if the Christian life is not about striving harder? but about abiding. Living with God, not just under Him or for Him, but in Him. Living as secure, spirit-filled children of God, not as spiritual orphans. [... more]

The parable of the sower reveals the golden key to spiritual growth, which is how you hear the word of God. Success or failure in the Christian life depends on how you apply and obey the word of God, not just hearing it. The parable categorizes people into four groups: highway hearers, rocky road hearers, thorny hearers, and those who produce a harvest of 30, 60, or 100 times as much as has been planted. [... more]

Chip Ingram shares practical insights on how to deepen love in marriage, drawing from the Bible and his own experiences. He emphasizes the importance of serving one's mate, receiving love, and understanding each other's love languages. By choosing to love unconditionally and putting one's mate's needs above their own, couples can build a stronger and more fulfilling relationship. [... more]

In the 1920s, two young brothers, Ori and Cecil, embark on a journey to the Climax General Store to buy vinegar for their family's pickling day. However, they encounter a bully who teases them, but ultimately helps them, and they learn valuable lessons about resilience and courage. [... more]

Pastor Greg Laurie discusses the importance of faith and family in Christianity, highlighting the lives of Jesus' disciples, including Peter, Andrew, James, John, Thomas, and Judas Iscariot, and how their experiences can help us understand God's love and forgiveness. [... more]

Bitterness is a real emotion that people face, even followers of Christ. It's an internal feeling that eats away at us and can lead to physical, emotional, and social damage. The solution to bitterness is forgiveness, which is based on the forgiveness we've experienced from God. Jesus teaches that we should forgive others without limit, just as God has forgiven us. Forgiveness is not just about letting go of the past, but about giving others what they don't deserve so that we can give those in the present what they do deserve. [... more]

Susannah Wesley, the mother of John and Charles Wesley, dedicated her life to teaching and counseling her 21 children, despite facing numerous challenges and hardships. She struggled with her husband's inflexible personality and stubborn wills, but continued to believe and teach the importance of spiritual growth and faith. Her efforts ultimately led to the impact of her two sons on the world, with John preaching to over a million people and Charles writing over 9,000 hymns. [... more]

The Todd Sterns Radio Show discusses various topics including immigration, ICE, Minneapolis, Minnesota, federal law enforcement, sanctuary cities, election fraud, the 2020 presidential election, President Trump, and the midterms. The show features interviews with Congressman Jim Jordan and Beth Van Dyne, and covers news stories such as the FBI raid in Fulton County, Georgia, and the controversy surrounding the character coach at a Pennsylvania high school. [... more]

A couple shares their journey of overcoming infidelity, childhood abuse, and marriage breakdown through their Christian conversion, counseling, and commitment to faith, ultimately creating a thriving marriage and a lasting legacy for their family. [... more]

Learning to live life from the center, from within, by hearing in silence the voice of God, is a crucial discipline for the Christian life, as it allows us to find refuge, stability, and rest in God's presence, and to wait for His voice to reveal our sins and anxieties. [... more]

Living in contentment means knowing who God is and believing He will live out His life in your circumstances. To achieve this, come to Him in prayer, worshiping Him for who He is, and in petition, expressing your need and helplessness. Thanksgiving is an expression of faith, resting the consequences and circumstances in the hand of Almighty God. [... more]

Tim and Kathy Bush share their incredible marriage story, which was marked by infidelity, generational curses, and a deep-seated need for spiritual transformation. Despite their struggles, they found hope and healing through their journey with Jesus Christ, and their marriage was radically transformed as a result. [... more]