In the construction world a sole plate is a small but integral piece of wood that sits on top of a foundation Without it you simply couldn't build the floors or walls above Guest teacher Aaron Pierce uses this illustration to reveal a vital foundational step we often miss when sharing our faith Discover how this principle helps us connect our lost friends to the anchoring hope of the Gospel ResourcesMessage NotesSpecial OffersConnect - - WebsiteChip Ingram AppInstagramFacebookYouTubePartner With UsDonate Online - - Guest Speaker BioAaron Pierce is the International Mission Director of Steiger International a rapidly-growing worldwide mission organization [... more]

On today's Truth Talk Live Robby and Dr Date the Word Carson reflect on Romans and Paul's deep burden for those who were lost They discuss what it means to be genuinely brokenhearted for family members friends neighbors and others who don't know Christ and how that burden should move us to pray share the Gospel and never give up hope [... more]

Jonah's decision to run from God did not affect him alone it brought a violent storm into the lives of everyone traveling with him This message follows Jonah as his sin is exposed he accepts responsibility and the sailors encounter the living God through the crisis His story reminds us that our choices carry influence and our obedience or disobedience inevitably touches the people around us [... more]

Share a commentA new king usually cleans house David does the opposite He calls for a nationwide search to find a living relative of Saul the very house that once hunted him and he names his motive without flinching he wants to show the kindness of God That single choice turns Samuel into a masterclass on grace covenant love and what it means to be welcomed when you expect to be rejected We walk through the tension of the search the slippery role of Ziba and the haunting detail that the last heir is crippled in his feet Instead of [... more]

We've all been there misplaced keys missing glasses a lost wallet or something far more precious But have you ever stopped to pray before you start searching In this episode of Encouraging Prayer Dr James Banks and host Robbie Dilmore explore the surprisingly biblical topic of praying about lost things Drawing from Scripture including the floating axe head the lost sheep the lost coin and the prodigal son they reveal how God cares about even the smallest details of our lives and often uses moments of loss to draw us closer to Him Through personal stories of finding lost possessions [... more]

In this episode of The Christian Car Guy Show Robby Dillmore explores the powerful stories of Hagar and the woman at the well reminding us that God sees us hears us and meets us when we feel lost or at a crossroads Robby connects these biblical stories to the mission of the Jesus Labor of Love which helps single mothers widows and families in crisis with critical automotive needs To support the Jesus Labor of Love and help make a difference visit christiancarguy com [... more]

A devasting flood hit the Nepal-China border leaving many dead Dolly Parton dies and for once all political sides are mourning The Log Cabin Republicans say they won't support transgender ideology anymore in the face of transgender gaslighting about what's happening in America's schools Segment Nepal Flood Dolly Dies More Transgender Fallout Log Cabin Republicans announcement Breakpoint commentary on gaslighting Segment Woke USA Today article Segment More Bad News about Young Men IFS study Virtue online [... more]

Peter Rosenberger explores the lost art of pondering and why Christians need to slow down think deeply and fix their minds on the character of God Drawing from his years as a caregiver Peter connects personal stewardship with the stewardship of government challenging listeners to consider whether elected leaders are responsible with public money public trust and the freedoms entrusted to them Peter also discusses the trillion national debt the coming election season Christian responsibility to vote and engage and the importance of praying for our nation and its leaders Through the story behind the hymn Praise to the Lord [... more]

Please text us your thoughts on this episode We love hearing from you Gospel Blessings In this powerful series from Him We Proclaim Pastor John Fonville takes us deep into the heart of the gospel where astonishment meets assurance and where grace becomes the foundation for true obedience Whether it's the boy Jesus in the temple revealing His divine mission the Spirit's outpouring at Pentecost or the profound comfort found in the promises of the Good Shepherd each message unfolds the beauty and sufficiency of Christ Through passages in Luke John Romans Corinthians and more we explore the work of [... more]

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Can you lose your salvation in Jesus Christ How can you be sure you haven't lost it already Can you even have complete assurance that you're saved If so how do you get it For answers to those and other important questions join John MacArthur as he continues his encouraging study called Our Great Salvation Click the icon below to listen [... more]

In this episode of Q A with Koloff the Devil's Nightmare Nikita Koloff sits down with Double J Jason Justice a former professional wrestler from Easley South Carolina to talk about wrestling redemption faith and the life-changing power of Jesus Christ Jason shares his journey from the wrestling world and NWA Wildside to a dark season of drug addiction and ultimately to finding freedom through Christ He opens up about his supernatural encounter at Man Camp and how the experience transformed his relationship with God his family and his purpose Nikita and Jason also dive into humility prayer hearing from [... more]

Nobody backslides overnight It's neglect here a missed prayer there a compromise in another area and before you know it you're sinking That's exactly what happened to Simon Peter The night before the cross he boasted he'd never abandon Jesus even if everyone else did Within hours he'd fallen asleep when he should've been praying swung a sword when he should've trusted God followed at a distance instead of staying close and warmed himself by the wrong fire with the wrong crowd When a servant girl recognized him Peter cursed and swore he didn't even know Jesus Immediately the rooster [... more]

On this episode of Kingdom Pursuits Robby Dillmore welcomes Welton James author of Weltonisms Ancient Wisdom for Modern Problems and Timothy Moore a gearhead disciple with a powerful testimony of brokenness addiction restoration and finding new purpose in Christ Welton shares how his grandmother's wisdom inspired decades of memorable sayings that ultimately became a book filled with humor practical wisdom and biblical truth Timothy opens up about overcoming physical struggles addiction and a lost sense of purpose before discovering God's transforming grace The conversation explores how God meets us where we are uses our passions for His purposes and continues [... 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]

On this episode of Our American Stories in November Great Lakes captains were racing to make their final runs before winter shut down the shipping season Coal iron ore and grain still had to move and the promise of bonuses gave crews another reason to push their luck Then the weather turned For days hurricane-force winds blinding snow ice and waves reaching feet battered ships across the Great Lakes Some captains made desperate runs for shore Others disappeared without a trace By the time the storm passed ships had gone down with all hands and more than sailors were dead [... more]

Dana reacts to Tuesday's election results and explains how Woke Reich-endorsed political candidates lost in amazing fashion last night including James Fishback and Dan Bilzerian Dana fact-checks the narrative that there was a seismic shift in the youth vote for these candidates Dana reacts to a viral trend where women post videos of themselves with the caption Same Lindsay to show solidarity with Lindsay Clancy who has admitted to murdering her children while being overprescribed medication Tucker Carlson pushes a new theory that Oppenheimer is crap and hints at ET life creating the atomic bomb Dana explains how the GOP [... more]

Governor Josh Stein has vetoed a North Carolina elections bill that would shorten the state's early voting period setting up another potential showdown with Republican lawmakers over election policy Meanwhile a new audit of the Charlotte Area Transit System found millions of dollars in estimated annual losses from fare evasion while also identifying broader security and enforcement concerns Mitch Kokai of the John Locke Foundation joins the program to discuss the latest developments in the COVID-era shutdown lawsuit where bar owners argue former Governor Roy Cooper's testimony is crucial to their case Plus Stein has vetoed legislation that would allow [... more]

On this episode of Our American Stories as a boy Bob McClellan walked through Golden Gate National Cemetery on his way into town Years later he returned as a father bringing his own children to place flags beside the graves on Memorial Day and visit the resting place of their grandfather a Marine who fought at Guadalcanal But their walks through the cemetery became about much more than remembering one man From an -year-old Marine killed in Vietnam to Medal of Honor recipients the Black sailors lost in the Port Chicago disaster and Japanese Americans who fought for a country [... more]

In the final message of our Summer Classics series we look at the story of Zacchaeus in Luke - Although he was wealthy and successful Zacchaeus was still searching for something only Jesus could provide What Zacchaeus discovered was that while he was searching for Jesus Jesus had already been pursuing him Through this encounter we see that salvation is a gift of grace - and genuine grace produces genuine transformation No amount of success money popularity or relationships can satisfy the deepest need of the human heart Jesus came to seek and save the lost and His grace is [... more]

The American chestnut tree was once a staple of American life, providing food, income, and wildlife habitat. However, the introduction of the Chinese chestnut led to the devastating chestnut blight, which wiped out nearly the entire species. Despite this, volunteers with the American Chestnut Foundation have been working tirelessly to breed a resistant tree, using innovative techniques like Recurrent Genomic Selection. Their efforts aim to restore the chestnut tree to its former glory and preserve the unique ecosystem it supported. [... 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]

A discussion on the death penalty case of Charlie Kirk's murderer, the NYPD's response to a request for taxpayer-funded security for the New York City Mayor's wife, and the rise of socialist Democrats in election primaries. Additionally, a traffic stop incident and the importance of self-defense options are highlighted, as well as concerns about global warming and climate change. [... more]

A close Wisconsin Democrat primary election raises concerns about election integrity and the influence of the DSA on the Democratic Party. The FBI's counterintelligence operation, Round River, targeted prominent Republicans, including Secretary Mike Pompeo, as conduits for Russian propaganda. The discussion highlights the importance of preserving religious liberty and the need for transparency in government. [... more]

Exploring the concept of God's wisdom and its application in everyday life, understanding that wisdom is not just knowledge but a trait that guides us in making decisions that honor God and bring glory to Him. [... more]

Caleb Bailey shares his family's story of loss and redemption after his father, a Los Angeles City firefighter, died in the line of duty when Caleb was just 10 days old. His mother's strength and faith helped her raise her two sons, and later, her new husband, Kevin Bailey, adopted Caleb and his brother, providing them with a loving father figure. [... more]

Jesus teaches his disciples to see people in need of a savior, regardless of ethnicity or culture, and to treat each person with compassion and understanding. He demonstrates this by healing a Canaanite woman's daughter and feeding a crowd of 4,000 people with seven loaves and a few fish. Followers of Jesus are called to be salt and light, to build bridges to people, and to share Christ with those who are different from them. [... more]

Chuck Swindahl draws three timeless principles from Job's darkest hour that speak directly to where many of us find ourselves right now. Principles about trials and about a God who is sovereign over every circumstance. even the ones that make no sense. [... more]

Jesus' encounter with a Canaanite woman from Matthew's Gospel highlights the importance of faith and salvation for people of all nations and cultures. The woman's persistence and humility demonstrate great faith, which Jesus commends and rewards with healing for her daughter. This passage emphasizes the need to see people as Jesus sees them, beyond their ethnicity or background, and to share the gospel with those who need it. [... more]

A godly man, Job, faces seemingly senseless tragedy and unfair suffering, losing everything he built and loved, including his ten children. Despite his pain and isolation, Job holds fast his integrity and faith in God, refusing to curse Him, even when his wife urges him to do so. [... more]

Christians are called to be salt and light in a darkening world, preserving what is good and godly, and being a light for the gospel and biblical truth. This requires living a life that is noticed by the world and influencing it, even to the point of persecution. The Bible teaches that Christians must live in the world but be separate from it, and that they are the only ones who can bring light to a dark world. [... more]

Pastor Greg Laurie emphasizes the importance of building a bridge to others by appealing to their spiritual thirst, using tact, and adapting to the situation when sharing the gospel. He shares his personal testimony and provides tips on how to effectively share one's faith, including telling one's story, asking questions, and leading others to Jesus. [... more]

The journey of rebuilding a life after captivity is a process that requires perseverance and faith in God's presence. The psalmist in Psalm 126 expresses the longing to be restored to a state of joy and freedom, just as the Israelites were released from captivity in Babylon. Similarly, when we face opposition and trials, we must remember that God is greater than our heart and will carry us through to the end, bringing us to a deeper joy and understanding of His faithfulness. [... more]

Lisa Turkhurst shares her insights on trust and navigating relationships when things are broken, emphasizing the importance of trust repair, setting boundaries, and seeking God's presence in times of pain and uncertainty. [... more]

A father's unwavering love and patience are put to the test as his son leaves home, squanders his inheritance, and faces starvation. The son's return is met with a lavish celebration, symbolizing the father's forgiveness and restoration of their relationship. [... more]

Living the Enoch Lifestyle The -Year Secret Until He Comes What does it really mean to walk with God in a world that has completely lost its way In this episode Bible teacher Greg Hinnant returns to our series Living the Enoch Lifestyle to unearth surprising little-known and illuminating truths about one of the Bible's most mysterious figures Scripture calls Enoch the seventh from Adam But what is the weighty spiritual message hidden within that title We're diving deep into a mind-boggling timeline Enoch was Adam's contemporary for years Imagine the firsthand instruction the brokenhearted accounts of Eden and the [... more]

Lisa Turkhurst shares her personal story of broken trust in her marriage, exploring the impact of emotional trauma and the importance of discernment in relationships. She emphasizes the need to prioritize safety and connection, and discusses how our trust issues can affect our relationship with God. Lisa's book, 'I Want to Trust You, But I Don't,' offers personal stories and biblical wisdom to help readers examine trust issues and find healing. [... more]

The Apollo missions marked a pivotal moment in American history, as the country successfully landed a man on the moon for the first time. The story of how America got to the moon is one of determination, innovation, and sacrifice, as astronauts like Neil Armstrong, Buzz Aldrin, and Frank Borman pushed the boundaries of space exploration. From the early days of the space race to the historic moon landing, the Apollo missions left an indelible mark on the world. [... more]

God owns everything, and as stewards, we must surrender and trust in His plan for our finances. This biblical wisdom guides us in making wise decisions about money, giving, and investing, and Certified Kingdom Advisors can provide expert guidance and support. By prioritizing faith-based financial guidance, we can live out our values and make decisions that honor God. [... more]