Believers can find hope and meaning in their trials, knowing that God works everything together for their good and His glory. Through faith, they can trust that even in the midst of difficulty, God is at work, developing in them qualities that only tragedy can bring about. For those outside of faith, there are no permanent triumphs, and eternity is coming, bringing an end to all earthly achievements. [... more]

As a new creation in Christ, we are indwelt with the Holy Spirit, predestined to be conformed to the likeness of Jesus Christ, and called to walk by the Spirit, not gratifying the desires of the flesh. This walk is a daily tension, but with the Holy Spirit's guidance and empowerment, we can rise above natural behavior and become transformed from the inside out, reflecting the character of Christ. [... more]

The Bible teaches that God's people will be vindicated and experience rest in the kingdom of God, free from injustice and persecution, when Jesus returns as the just judge, bringing retributive justice to those who persecute his people and relief to those who are afflicted. [... more]

Children are instructed to submit to their parents' authority, honoring them as an act of worship to the Lord. This obedience is owed to parents due to their care and provision, and it is commanded by God. The Bible teaches that honoring one's parents is essential for a happy and long life, and it is a key aspect of Christian parenting and family dynamics. [... more]

Malachi teaches that faithful giving is a spiritual discipline that honors God and trains the heart to treasure what is true. The prophet emphasizes the importance of returning to God with one's heart and then bringing tithes and offerings as a worship and a way to support God's ministers. In the New Testament, giving to support God's ministers is a way to honor them and is considered a righteous and pleasing gift to God. [... more]

Greg Laurie shares the importance of prayer and approaching God with persistence, humility, and childlike faith. He explains that God cares about our problems, is bigger than our problems, and has perfect timing in prayer. Laurie also discusses the dangers of worry and anxiety, and how prayer is God's appointed way for obtaining things. He encourages listeners to model faith for their children and to approach God with complete dependence and honesty, just like children do. [... more]

The Samaritan woman's search for satisfaction through people is a common identity trap, but Jesus offers her living water, the presence of God, which satisfies her soul's deepest longings. He gently unearths her broken cisterns and invites her to turn aside from them to find true satisfaction in Him. [... more]

The believer's response to the Lord's coming is not to be shocked or caught off guard, but to be awake and sober, protected by faith, hope, and love. The day of the Lord is a promise of God's judgment for the unbelieving world, but for believers, it is a promise of salvation and a chance to live together with Him. [... more]

The Jesus Revolution film tells the story of a revival that swept America in the 1970s, led by Chuck Smith and Lonnie Frisbee, who brought thousands of hippies to Christ. The film's director, John Irwin, shares his experiences making the movie, including a powerful baptism scene that resulted in people getting saved. The film is described as an honest and gritty portrayal of the Jesus Movement, with a strong gospel message. [... more]

The book of Nehemiah presents a model of teamwork and organization in the rebuilding of Jerusalem's walls, demonstrating that God's work should be orderly, with a place for everyone, and that service should fit one's personality and calling. [... more]

Today Pastor Jack teaches that the purpose of discernment is to know and follow God's will in every situation When God's will is our priority the goal is not just making decisions but making decisions that God wants for our lives [... more]

The Bible emphasizes the importance of submission in marriage, with wives submitting to their husbands and husbands loving their wives with a sacrificial love. Children are also commanded to obey their parents, as this pleases the Lord. The Christian home is a place where relationships are built, and God's plan for the family is centered around love, respect, and obedience. [... more]

Pastor Greg Laurie explores the importance of speaking truth in love, refuting Gnosticism, and understanding the concept of prosperity in the context of 2nd and 3rd John. He also discusses the role of faith and healing in a believer's life and invites listeners to make a change and start a new relationship with Christ. [... more]

Samuel and Stephanie Rainey share their story of rebuilding trust in their marriage, highlighting six tools to help couples heal and move forward. They discuss owning mistakes, telling the truth, delayed gratification, making amends, following through, and using their powers for good to build a stronger and healthier relationship. [... more]

Navigating credit card debt and taxes can be overwhelming, but seeking professional help and understanding tax laws can lead to financial freedom. Planning for retirement, including 401k and Roth IRA options, is also crucial for a secure future. Giving to support the work of the Lord, including tithing, is an important aspect of being a faithful steward of God's resources. [... more]

A young prophet, Isaiah, has a life-changing experience in the temple, where he sees the Lord and the seraphim, and realizes his own unholy state, leading him to confess his sin and understand the concept of God's holiness as separation from all that contaminates and aggravates human lives. [... more]

God's promise in Romans 8:28 is a guarantee that all things work together for good to those who love Him and are called according to His purpose. This promise is not a quick cure for sorrow, but a promise of God's sovereignty and care for His people, even in the midst of trials and suffering. [... more]

Pastor Joel Kavala shares his story of starting a seminary in Kenya to train pastors for the unreached communities, and the challenges he faces, including the prosperity gospel and Islam. He emphasizes the importance of unity among Christians and the need to focus on the Great Commission. [... more]

Nehemiah's journey in rebuilding Jerusalem's walls serves as a model for problem-solving and leadership. He assesses the need, gets a group, expects a fight, and takes a stand, demonstrating faith and perseverance in the face of discouragement. [... more]

Today Pastor Jack teaches that discernment is the ability to tell the difference between truth and lies right and wrong or God's way vs other influences It's a discipline that takes a renewal of our minds through prayer scripture and relying on the Holy Spirit to guide our decision making process [... more]

As followers of Jesus, we are called to cultivate a spirit of thankfulness, giving thanks for Christ's peace, word, and lordship in our lives. We are to do everything in the name of the Lord Jesus, and our lives are to be regulated by the Word of God, resulting in joy, thankfulness, and a transformed heart and relationships. [... more]

Pastor Greg Laurie explores the concept of love and its significance in Christianity, discussing how God's love can overcome fear and lead people to repentance. He also emphasizes the importance of living a life that reflects God's love, and provides a prayer for those who want to accept Jesus as their savior. [... more]

Jesus teaches his disciples about the importance of humility and dignity in their role as ambassadors of Christ, and how they are called to reconcile people to God through the gospel. [... more]

The story of King Uzziah serves as a sobering reminder of the dangers of pride and conceit, which can lead to a distorted view of one's calling and a loss of focus on the Lord's glory. A king who was once admired and respected became consumed by his own ego and was ultimately punished by God. This cautionary tale highlights the importance of humility and dependence on God in leadership and ministry. [... more]

Groaning for glory is a biblical concept that teaches believers to look forward to the redemption that awaits them in Jesus Christ. The Holy Spirit helps us in our weaknesses and intercedes for us with groanings too deep for words. Suffering is not minimized by God, but rather it is used to bring us closer to Him and to glorify Him. [... more]

The discussion centers around the importance of Christianity and the need for Americans to turn back to the Lord. The hosts express concerns about the state of the country, citing issues such as abortion, the potential for martial law, and the threat to the power grid. They also discuss the Southern Poverty Law Center's alleged corruption and the Democrats' policies. The conversation touches on the idea of the end times and the need for Americans to prepare spiritually. [... more]

Pastor Ernie Sanders discusses various topics, including the Antichrist, Barack Obama, and the Christian Resistance. He also talks about the situation in Iran, abortion, election fraud, and the use of animals in testing methods. [... more]

The discussion revolves around the concept of Pride Month and its implications, particularly in relation to LGBTQ individuals and their identities. The conversation also touches on the topics of sexual addiction, demonic oppression, and the role of Christianity in addressing these issues. The speakers emphasize the importance of living a life of consecration and surrender to God, and the need for Christians to be aware of the spiritual warfare that can occur when individuals struggle with sexual immorality. [... more]

Paul comforts suffering Christians by confirming their adoption into God's family, giving thanks to God for their increasing faith and love, and boasting about their steadfastness in the midst of persecution. He grounds this comfort in the hope of the gospel, the glorious second coming of Jesus, which is the bedrock truth that provides true and lasting comfort when everything else in life fails. [... more]

The Bible describes a war between two cities, Babylon and the New Jerusalem, with Babylon representing mankind united in opposition to God. The New Jerusalem is God's city, founded on love of God, even to the contempt of self. The Christian life requires endurance, delayed gratification, and a deep conviction that the things we can't see yet are real. The Antichrist and the false prophet use religion as a tool to control people, but God's wrath is against sin, not against love. The primary metaphor for the Antichrist and the false prophet is prostitution, representing humanity's unfaithfulness to God. Christians should live in Babylon, deeply integrated into life here, but distinct from her sins and her man-centered ways. [... more]

Nehemiah, a cupbearer for King Artaxerxes, travels 900 miles to rebuild Jerusalem's broken-down walls, demonstrating the importance of going the distance, assessing the need, and getting a group to solve problems and achieve goals. [... more]

Preparing for disappointments in life can reveal God's unwavering faithfulness and develop a happy and thankful spirit. Pastor Jack Hibbs teaches that uniting our will to God's will, prioritizing the words and people in our lives, and giving our hurt to God can help us overcome disappointments and grow spiritually. [... more]

A thankful attitude is essential in the Christian Life, and followers of Jesus Christ should be the most thankful people. The peace of Christ rules in our hearts, and we give thanks for it. We also give thanks for Christ's word, which guides and instructs us, teaching and admonishing one another in all wisdom, singing psalms and hymns and spiritual songs with thankfulness in our hearts to God. [... more]

Pastor Greg Laurie emphasizes the importance of spiritual discernment, warning against false prophets and counterfeit spiritual experiences. He highlights the spiritual battle that surrounds us and encourages listeners to test the spirits to ensure they are from God. He also emphasizes God's greater power and presence in our lives, reminding us that we are on the winning side in the spiritual war. [... more]

Chuck Swindahl explores the concept of God's glory, discussing its meaning and significance in the Bible. He draws from the story of King Uzziah, who was a righteous king but eventually became proud and was punished. Swindahl emphasizes the importance of recognizing God's glory and not trying to claim it for ourselves, but rather reflecting it and sharing it with others. [... more]

The Bible teaches that suffering is a part of life, but it also offers hope and redemption. Christians can find comfort in the knowledge that their suffering is not in vain, and that they will be redeemed and restored in the future. The Holy Spirit helps believers navigate their times of suffering and stays with them until they reach their glorious finish line in heaven. [... more]

The Salvation Army's correctional ministries provide support and resources to incarcerated individuals, including Bible study correspondence programs and digital discipleship platforms. Sergeant Brown shares transformative stories of individuals who have experienced a change of heart through Christ while in prison, and encourages Christians to get involved in this ministry by asking the Lord what He would have them do and supporting the chaplains and staff with resources and care. [... more]

The debate on whether women should be ordained as pastors continues within the Southern Baptist Convention, with some arguing that it goes against scripture and others believing that women have a vital role to play in the church. [... more]

The San Antonio Spurs took game 3 of the NBA Finals, with Victor Wembanyama leading the team to a comeback victory over the New York Knicks. The Spurs' young players, including Wembanyama and Stephen Castle, played a crucial role in the win, with Wembanyama showing his high energy and skill on the court. The officiating was also a topic of discussion, with the Knicks feeling that they were unfairly treated by the referees. The series is now tied 2-2, and the next game will be crucial in determining the outcome of the series. [... more]

Nehemiah's story illustrates the process of discovering God's will and purpose in life. He prayed, trusted, tested, and faced tension as he sought to rebuild Jerusalem. This journey shows that God's will is not always easy to discern, but it can be found through prayer, trust, and perseverance. [... more]