Real Life Radio with Jack Hibbs

Today, Pastor Jack teaches that when it comes to our spiritual life, we need to be intentional. What’s inside of us, our desires, thoughts, or beliefs will affect our actions and how we live out our faith.

Today, Pastor Jack teaches that God, the Father, knows everything, including us. He knows our strengths and our weaknesses, and it’s why He reminds us in scripture that we are one with Him, and no one can take us out of His hands.

Today, Pastor Jack teaches that dependence often shows up through prayer, reading the Bible, and by actively surrendering our plans and fears to God. Humility and dependence on God is not a weakness. He’s a strong tower to run to when life feels unstable.

Today, Pastor Jack teaches that the less we depend on ourselves, the more we depend on God. It takes discipline to live a life opposite to the world’s point of view. The world relies on its own strength, but for the Christian, it’s about living every day in reliance upon God.

Today, Pastor Jack teaches that the days of declining activity are to be met with days better spent, and our days of declining numbers are to be met with words that bring new life. Are you older? Then your wise words are needed, and what you would change if you had to do it all over again.

Today, Pastor Jack teaches that the days of declining responsibilities are to be met with increased delegation. Handing the baton over unlocks the next door to new ministries. The wisdom we’ve gained, and the legacy we leave behind really matters.

Today, Pastor Jack teaches that to remain effective and faithful to God in these days of declining strength, we are to face it with a greater vision. It’s a time to take stock of our lives when so much of our younger days are wasted on empty and meaningless endeavors. 

Today, Pastor Jack teaches that once a decision is made, we must be willing to obey His guidance. God knows what’s right, and He wants what’s best for us. There is a blessing in a disciplined decision.

Today, Pastor Jack teaches that one discipline of decision making is to be willing to wait for God’s guidance. We can never make a mistake by waiting. It can bring joy and rest by being patient with the Lord

Today, Pastor Jack teaches that wise choices require discipline, a reliance on God, and the willingness to wait for His guidance. Our feelings, advice from others, or leaning on our own understanding will almost always lead us in the wrong direction.

Today, Pastor Jack teaches that the discipline of darkness isn’t a punishment, but a spiritual process depending on faith, rather than feelings. Temptation will come, especially in dark times, but when we endure, it can deepen our trust in God and helps us to grow spiritually.

Today, Pastor Jack teaches that we need to be careful what we let into our lives. When we trust in the Lord, and read the Bible daily, it counteracts the darkness of thoughts and influences that our culture tries to put on us.

Today, Pastor Jack teaches that we are all called out of spiritual darkness and into the light of Christ. Whatever God speaks to us in the light, we must not forget when the dark time comes.

Today, Pastor Jack teaches that we need to be daring to love the Lord and be daring to obey Him. Our future is in His hands, and to be bold is to be daring about what’s coming next no matter what.

Today, Pastor Jack teaches that Christians who are daring through the weaknesses in their life, are those who are strong, and know their God, and will do great things for His namesake.

Today, Pastor Jack teaches that to be daring, is to have a sufficient amount of courage to meet a challenge. Daring can mean the difference between living in defeat by not doing what God calls you to do, and a completed challenge that He calls, “well done”.

Today, Pastor Jack teaches that, as Christ followers, it’s good to be encouraged when we are dealing with spiritual threats. But, there is a danger in needing constant approval from others. If we’re putting God first, fear dissipates, and our focus on the security of possessions vanishes.

Today, Pastor Jack teaches that as we get stronger in the Lord, and are advancing spiritually, we will face resistance. The enemy waits for opportunities to derail our faith, but the danger is not being ready for it.

Today, Pastor Jack teaches that the disciple of Christ loves the Lord and make Him their supreme pursuit in life. If our love for Him is first and passionate, it will enable us to love, care and provide for others, even if it costs, and even in the face of hardships.

Today, Pastor Jack teaches that the personal discipline of the disciple starts by remembering our sinful state, and our need for our Savior. Our sins, in the magnitude of the Lord’s sacrifice, creates within us a humble gratitude, and an unwavering loyalty.

Today, Pastor Jack teaches that, as disciples, we’re devoted followers of Christ, denying ourselves, even our pursuits, by putting Him first in all that we do. And, as we’re united in our journey with the Lord, we’re committed to His Word, and faithful in prayer.