Share a commentThe fastest way to weaken a church is not always persecution from the outside It's distraction from the inside We wrestle with Paul's straight talk to Titus in Titus and the uncomfortable truth that a congregation can spend its energy on arguments that feel spiritual while producing nothing but heat hurt and division When opinions gain authority traditions start acting like doctrine and being right becomes the win condition the gospel mission quietly slips to the background We also dig into the social dynamics Paul calls out genealogy pride status signaling and the temptation to treat background or [... more]

Should you follow your heart when caregiving leaves you exhausted anxious or overwhelmed In this episode of Hope for the Caregiver Peter Rosenberger explores what the Bible says about trusting your heart and how family caregivers can respond with wisdom instead of reacting out of fear guilt or exhaustion Drawing on four decades of caring for his wife Gracie Peter brings biblical encouragement to the emotional challenges of caring for a loved one with a chronic illness or disability Through Jeremiah Proverbs Mark and Ecclesiastes he examines the difference between acknowledging strong feelings and allowing those feelings to direct your [... more]

What does God expect from our lives In this episode of our series on the parables of Jesus Major Cam Henderson explores one of Jesus' more challenging stories the Parable of the Barren Fig Tree Jesus tells the story of a fig tree that has been given time and care yet continues to produce no fruit The story is a serious reminder of the call to repentance and the importance of allowing God to transform our lives But the parable also points to God's patience and grace He gives us time works in us and calls us to become fruitful [... more]

No matter how good you try to be or how many church services you attend the only way any of us can truly please God is through authentic faith So what separates true faith from empty religious activity That's what Pastor John Munro discusses on this edition of The Verdict as he continues our study in the book of Matthew [... more]

Unfortunately many people today are simply going through the motions in their spiritual life They may go to church or make a point to follow certain traditions but there is no reality in their faith On this episode of The Verdict Pastor John Munro discusses the differences between authentic faith and hollow religion [... more]

Ignite The Light Letters Christ Faithful to the End How do we unlock God's supernatural favor over our lives In this episode of Ignite The Light Pastor Wyatt Cudd dives back into the Letters of Revelation focusing on the faithful Church of Philadelphia a church that received only praise not correction from Christ Tracing God's redeeming line from the fallen world of Genesis to the ultimate triumph in Revelation Pastor Wyatt unpacks how true divine favor is never earned by human works but freely given through the ultimate sacrifice of Jesus Christ Even when you feel you have little strength [... more]

On this episode of Our American Stories on May a large oak tree stood in the middle of some of the fiercest fighting of the Civil War For nearly hours Union and Confederate soldiers battled at close range at the Bloody Angle during the Battle of Spotsylvania Court House Thousands of bullets ripped through the air and so many struck the oak that they eventually cut through its trunk and brought the tree crashing down What remained was a shattered bullet-riddled stump In this installment of our American Objects series Ashley Hlebinsky shares the story of the Spotsylvania Stump Support [... more]

By God's design there's to be harmony in the home The entire household is to be a symphony of praise and worship and the father is the leader of the band In this message from Psalm Adrian Rogers reveals several ways dads can be the leaders God has called them to be [... 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]

Dave and Ashley Willis discuss how to maintain peace in the home despite chaos and uncertainty, emphasizing the importance of God's presence and the Holy Spirit's guidance. They share personal anecdotes and biblical examples to illustrate the concept of shalom, or peace, and how it can be experienced in everyday life. The couple encourages listeners to surrender to God's authority and to focus on the good in their spouse and children, rather than dwelling on negative aspects. [... more]

Charles Colson's unlikely journey from President Nixon's 'Hatchet Man' to founding the largest prison ministry in the world, Prison Fellowship, has transformed millions of lives. With programs like Angel Tree, Prison Fellowship advocates for biblically based justice reform, trains wardens, and provides hope to families and prisoners through the gospel. [... 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]

As a mother, the author reflects on the challenges of being a 'giving tree' for her children, struggling to balance her own needs with their demands. She learns to appreciate the value of gratitude and giving, and how it can bring happiness and fulfillment. [... more]

Hosts Josh Whitaker and Joe Hamer, managing partners of Whitaker and Hamer Law Firm, discuss various legal scenarios and answer questions from listeners on topics such as estate planning, personal injury, commercial landlord-tenant law, tree law, estate administration, charity golf tournaments, wrong funeral plots, baseball card collections, and shared driveways. [... more]

God allows trials in our lives so we will grow up spiritually. The story of Joseph teaches us that iron enters our soul during challenging times, toughening us up for something big. God's ultimate purpose is to conform us into the image of Jesus, and suffering can bring glory to God in our lives. We can comfort others with the comfort we have been comforted with, and God can use all things in our lives for His glory and our ultimate good. [... more]

Living a spirit-filled life is about relying on the Holy Spirit for guidance and strength, rather than trying to be righteous through our own efforts. According to Romans 8, a spirit-led believer lives a condemnation-free life, and the Holy Spirit gives us confidence as we approach God in prayer. We can grieve the Holy Spirit by our actions and words, but we can also please Him by being kind, tenderhearted, and forgiving. Ultimately, living a spirit-filled life means being preoccupied with Christ Himself and asking Him to fill us with His Holy Spirit each day. [... more]