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Grace To You

John MacArthur

April 13, 2026

Paul emphasizes the importance of pursuing spiritual perfection, recognizing that believers have not yet attained it, and must continue to grow and strive for Christ-likeness. He highlights the need for maximum effort in pursuing this goal, and encourages believers to strive for a better condition, laying aside every weight and sin that hinders their progress. [... more]

Wisdom for the Heart

Dr. Stephen Davey

April 08, 2026

Holy Cravings (1 Peter 2:1-3)

Developing holy craving for God's word is essential for spiritual growth and maturity. Christians must put aside sinful attitudes like malice, deceit, envy, and slander to cultivate a deep longing for the pure milk of God's word, which brings about growth in faith and salvation. [... more]

The Verdict

John Munro

March 31, 2026

AVIZANDUM: Mentoring/Discipleship

Biblical discipleship is more than just occasional meetings or general guidance. It involves intentional relationships, commitment, and a focus on spiritual growth, equipping individuals to serve Jesus and become authentic followers. [... more]

Wisdom for the Heart

Dr. Stephen Davey

March 23, 2026

A Pattern for Young Men Part 1 (Titus 2:6-8)

The Apostle Paul emphasizes the importance of spiritual maturity in young men, urging them to live a lifestyle that is radically different from the world. He commands Titus to show young men the pattern of godly living, which includes self-control, good deeds, and purity in doctrine. Paul stresses that spiritual maturity is not guaranteed and must be modeled, and that young men need a culture that can help them define worthy aspirations and live a life that matters. [... more]

Connect with Skip Heitzig

Skip Heitzig

March 18, 2026

Galatians 3 - Part A

Paul's letter to the Galatians emphasizes the theme of grace, stressing that salvation comes through faith in Jesus Christ, not by keeping the law. He confronts the Galatians about their return to legalism, asking if they received the Spirit through works or by faith. Paul explains the role of the Holy Spirit in conviction, new birth, baptism, and sealing, and warns against spiritual dullness and the idea that one can improve on God's finished work through human effort. [... more]

Hope in the Mourning Ministries

Emily Curtis

March 17, 2026

Limping Heavenward

Carrie Hahn, author of Limping Heavenward, shares her experiences with chronic and comprehensive suffering, exploring how the church can support those experiencing these kinds of feelings. She discusses the importance of genuine presence and friendship, practical help, and not being a miserable comforter. Hahn also talks about the story that only sufferers can tell, that God is worthy of worship and trust even in the midst of suffering, and how our faith can be made more evident through endurance and perseverance. [... more]

Wisdom for the Heart

Dr. Stephen Davey

March 13, 2026

The Treasure of Old Men (Titus 2:1-2)

Paul's letter to Titus emphasizes the importance of older men in the church, encouraging them to pursue temperance, dignity, and soundness in their faith, love, and perseverance, serving as role models for younger men and demonstrating the power of the Spirit of God. [... more]

Running to Win

Erwin Lutzer

March 10, 2026

The Spirit We Embrace – Part 1 of 2

The doctrine of the Holy Spirit is critical for Christians, providing guidance, comfort, and power for daily life. Jesus said the Holy Spirit would be a comforter, guide, and advocate, indwelling believers and giving them the desires of God. As the temple of the Holy Spirit, believers are called to honor God with their bodies, recognizing they belong to Him by creation and redemption. [... more]

Clearview Today

Abidan Shah

March 09, 2026

The Hidden PURPOSE Behind Your Trials

Joy is more than just a feeling, it's based on hardcore facts that you put your faith in, in spite of the circumstances, and you move forward. When you come into the heart of that faith, you'll find that joy is a future-oriented word because God is in the future making all things right, and He will take care of it, and there's a better day coming that also gives you joy. [... more]

Ignite the Light Ministries

Wyatt Cudd

March 07, 2026

Colossians 3:12-17 A New Humanity

As God's chosen people, we are called to put off the old ways of thinking and acting, and put on the new humanity, which looks like living like Christ, forgiving like Christ, thanking like Christ, and thinking like Christ. This new humanity is characterized by compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience, and is rooted in a deep relationship with Jesus Christ. [... more]

Clearview Today

Abidan Shah

March 06, 2026

Don't Waste Your Trials! Get Joy out of Them!

Counting it all joy when trials come our way is a mindset that requires calculating how we can be joyful, focusing on others, and letting Jesus shine through us. It's about becoming someone and leaving a lasting legacy, making an impact in the future, and finding joy in the midst of suffering. [... more]

Living on the Edge

Chip Ingram

March 06, 2026

God's Dream for Your Life, Part 2

God has a dream for every Christian, to become a Romans 12 Christian, living a surrendered life, experiencing authentic community, and responding supernaturally to evil. This journey involves relationships with God, the world, oneself, believers, and non-believers, and requires a sober self-assessment, serving in love, and having perspective to overcome the raw deals of life. [... more]

Living on the Edge

Chip Ingram

March 05, 2026

God's Dream for Your Life, Part 1

God has a dream for every child, to become a Romans 12 Christian, characterized by relational transformation, power, peace, and purpose. This dream is not about what we do, but about the kind of person we become, with a loving, kind, gentle, and holy heart. A Romans 12 Christian is surrendered to God, separate from the world's values, and has a sober self-assessment, leading to a life of spiritual maturity and authenticity. [... more]

Living on the Edge

Chip Ingram

March 05, 2026

God's Dream for Your Life

God's dream for every child is to become a Romans 12 Christian, a follower who is relational, practical, and measurable. True spirituality is about surrendering to God, being separate from the world's values, having a sober self-assessment, serving in love, and supernaturally responding to evil with good. It's about experiencing God's presence through relationships with other Christians and living out of the freedom of God's love. [... more]

It's Time to Man Up!

Nikita Koloff

February 28, 2026

The Circle Of Life Journey

Nikita talks with Scott Reid about discipleship through domestic missions and the life-changing impact of serving at-risk youth right here in the U S Through powerful stories and real-world ministry experience Scott shares how discipling others locally transforms both the ones being served and the ones answering the call [... more]

Focus on the Family

Jim Daly

February 26, 2026

Practical Dating Advice for Finding Lifelong Love

Growing a friendship through dating can be a key to a successful marriage. Michael Johnson, president and dean of dating at Future Marriage University, shares his insights on how to prepare for marriage and build a strong relationship. He emphasizes the importance of seeking God's will, pursuing community with believers, and knowing His Word. Johnson also discusses the dangers of cohabitation and the benefits of commitment, emotional maturity, and a strong sense of purpose. [... more]

Love Worth Finding

Adrian Rogers

February 25, 2026

The Roadmap to Maturity

The Bible categorizes people into three groups: the natural man, born into the natural world and blind to the spiritual world; the spiritual man, born twice and living by the Spirit; and the carnal man, a Christian who is defeated, dependent, and divisive. [... more]

Renewing Your Mind

R.C. Sproul

February 20, 2026

How to Study the Bible

The Bible is the Word of God, objectively true and profitable for doctrine, reproof, correction, and instruction in righteousness. To grow in grace and understanding, it's essential to be diligent in studying the scriptures, developing a discipline of Bible study, and acquiring wisdom rooted in the fear of the Lord. A practical approach to studying the Bible involves reading the Old Testament in a historical overview, followed by a more in-depth study of specific books, and then moving to the New Testament, where one can read the Gospels, epistles, and other books in a systematic and structured manner. [... more]

Until He Comes

Dr. Greg Hinnant

February 19, 2026

The Parable of The Ten Bridesmaids – Part 4

In this episode Greg defines the terms wise and foolish as they are used in the Parable of The Ten Bridesmaids He also explains what the extra oil is and is not and how we obtain it He furthermore explains why Jesus' warning that only they that were ready went to the great marriage supper while the others were left behind is a very accurate and binding statement Jesus said what He meant and meant what He said And if in this text He did not mean what He said which is preposterous what other vital New Testament facts and [... more]

A New Beginning

Greg Laurie

February 10, 2026

The Golden Key to Spiritual Growth | Why Maturity Matters

Success in the spiritual life comes down to choices made over a lifetime. Pastor Greg Laurie explains that people who don't succeed in their spiritual journey end up that way because of choices to not do the right thing. He shares the parable of the sower, which reveals four reactions to God's word: highway hearers, rocky road hearers, thorny ground hearers, and good soil hearers. The pastor emphasizes that only one category is truly legitimate, and that our job is to sow the seed and let God do the rest. [... more]