Every Last Word

Luke 18:35-43 How do we maintain our faith when life circumstances are not the way we’d like them to be? What happens during those times when we think we’re losing our faith? This week, Dr. Philip Ryken will discuss the blind beggar who called out for Jesus to heal his sight on Every Last Word.

Luke 18:28-34 A lot of people talk about giving everything up for Jesus. Do they really mean ‘everything’? What do we get in return for giving up everything for Christ? Tune in to Every Last Word with Dr. Philip Ryken to find out. 

Luke 18:15-27 How do we get to heaven? Some say it’s by being like a child. Others say it is by giving away all of your money to the poor. What does the Bible really say about how to get to heaven? Dr. Philip Ryken answers this question on Every Last Word. 

Luke 18:9-14 It’s often far too easy to compare ourselves to other people. It’s even easier to decide that we are better than others. But this sort of comparison doesn’t help us to become more like Christ. In fact, in doing so we learn a lot more about ourselves and our sinfulness. Dr. Philip Ryken discusses this today on Every Last Word. 

Luke 18:1-8 Do you ever feel that no matter how much you pray for something, God never answers? Whether it’s for a relationship, the salvation of a friend, or justice for those who are persecuted, it sometimes feels that God isn’t answering. What does Jesus say about being persistent in our prayers? Find out with Dr. Philip Ryken on Every Last Word. 

Luke 17:20-27 There has been a lot of talk in recent years about the end times and the second coming of Christ. But what does the Bible really say about Jesus’ return? Jesus himself spoke about his second coming in the Gospel of Luke, and that’s where Dr. Philip Ryken turns today on Every Last Word.

Luke 17:7-19 How often do you think “I deserve better than this!”? If you feel that God is not treating you as fairly as He should be, continue listening to find out how to give thanks when you aren’t feeling thankful with Dr. Philip Ryken on Every Last Word. 

Luke 17:1-6 Have you ever said to your friends or family “I just can’t forgive you!” We’re often hurt in such a way that it feels impossible to forgive. Today on Every Last Word, Dr. Philip Ryken will be looking at Jesus’ words of guidance on this matter. We will hear how to forgive and how to accept forgiveness.

Luke 16:19-31 If you die tonight where will you spend eternity? It’s a standard evangelistic line. Many people respond “well heaven of course” but the fact is many don’t believe in heaven or hell. I hope you can honestly say that you’ll spend eternity with God in heaven. Find out more from Dr. Philip Ryken on Every Last Word. 

Luke 16:14-18 What happens when you do something wrong and it’s found out. Well you may try and make an excuse to justify your actions. Sometimes that works but eventually you’ll get caught and punished for your wrong behavior. Tune in to Dr. Philip Ryken on Every Last Word as he teaches from Luke 16. 

Luke 16:1-13 Have you ever gone to the store to buy a friend! The idea is ridiculous. But I bet you’ve bought an ice cream cone just to impress a cute girl so that she’d be your friend! Are you using your money and resources for your personal gain? Or are you using your money for spiritual advancement? Dr. Philip Ryken challenges us on Every Last Word. 

Luke 15:25-32 Sibling rivals! How often have you heard “Daddy loves me more!” ”No he doesn’t!” and on it goes. The oldest brother in the Prodigal Son was jealous of the love his father showed to his younger brother. But the truth is he didn’t want the love. Listen to Dr. Philip Ryken on Every Last Word to see that regardless of his attitude, his father longed to give it to him.

Luke 15:11-24 Have you ever loved someone even when it really cost you something, and then kept on loving? Have you ever loved so much that other people thought you a bit strange? That’s how God loves us. Find out more with Dr. Philip Ryken on Every Last Word. 

Luke 15:11-24 What does a teenage boy, a bunch of money and freedom equal? It equals trouble! You know how the stories go. If the truth be told, we really just want to live the way we want to, wasting away in the pleasures of the sinful world. However we must repent of this desire and come back to Christ! Find out more with Dr. Philip Ryken on Every Last Word. 

Luke 15:8-10 Are you looking for an excuse to celebrate? The Angels in heaven are. But do you know what brings them joy? Luke 15 says that there is nothing greater on this earth than a lost soul coming to salvation. Dr. Philip Ryken teaches that it should also bring joy to our hearts, today on Every Last Word. 

Luke 15:1-7 It may not be flattering to think of ourselves as sheep – they may be cute as lambs, but they’re often stupid and tend to wander. Just like us. Dr. Philip Ryken shows us that it’s truly comforting to know that Christ is our shepherd, today on Every Last Word. When we wander and got lost, he will come find us and carry us home.

Luke 14:25-35 If you want to follow Jesus, you must hate your father and mother, your spouse and even your kids. These words seem not only harsh but they seem to contradict the very commands God has given to us. Yet Jesus said them. Today, Dr. Philip Ryken helps us try to understand what Jesus meant, and how we can follow him on Every Last Word. 

Luke 14:12-24 Sometimes we picture God condemning most people, while only a very few make it into heaven. The parable of the banquet shows us a completely different picture. Find out how we see God relentlessly seeking after people to come join his feast on Every Last Word with Dr. Philip Ryken. 

Luke 14:1-11 Have you ever found yourself stepping on other people in order to get what you want? Maybe it’s for recognition at church, a promotion at work, or a gadget at the store you’re dying to have. Our hearts tell us to push others aside to get what we think we deserve. But Dr. Philip Ryken teaches that Jesus shows a very different way for us to live, today on Every Last Word.

Luke 13:31-45 It may seem irreverent to compare Jesus to a chicken. But Jesus does in fact describe himself this way. He says he is like a mother hen longing to gather her chicks under her wings. Jesus has so much compassion on his people that he will be stopped by nothing in his mission save his people. Nothing will stop him from advancing the Kingdom of God. Tune in as Dr. Philip Ryken teaches f...

Luke 13:22-30 Have you ever found yourself lost without map? The natural thing to do is call someone who has access to one. When they give you directions, would you say they were wrong and that you’re sure there’s a better way? Clearly not! Yet this is often the reaction to Christ’s claim that he is the only way to God. Dr. Philip Ryken teaches about the narrow door on Every Last Word. 

Luke 13:18-21 From its small and seemingly insignificant beginning, who would have suspected that the Kingdom of God would grow and spread across the world? It’s just like when you plant a tiny seed that turns into a huge tree. You may not notice it growing, but it does. Find out about the remarkable growth of the Church on Every Last Word with Dr. Philip Ryken. 

Luke 13:10-17 Our natural tendency is to avoid people in need. Whether it’s someone asking for money or a friend in crisis, our automatic response is to get out of the way. And oftentimes we have good reasons for it. But Jesus walks right into people’s pain and gets his hands dirty, much to the shock of the religious leaders. Find out more about the mercy of Christ on Every Last Word with Dr. Phil...

Luke 13:1-9 Have you ever planted something that didn’t yield any produce? Maybe an apple tree, or a raspberry bush. If it never gave you any fruit, you probably tore it out and put something new in its place. Jesus speaks of us in the same way. If we don’t produce the fruit of repentance, we too will be cut down. Repentance is a matter of life and death. Dr. Philip Ryken asks the question, "Which...

Luke 12:49-59 Would you be ready if Christ returned tonight? Would you have an answer if tomorrow you had to stand before God? We don’t know when Christ will come for the final judgment, but we must be ready for it. Jesus warns us that he will be coming back soon, and gives us hope that we can put our trust in Him. Find out more on Every Last Word with Dr. Philip Ryken.