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God calls elders to lead the church and care for the spiritual needs of believers. Some preach God’s Word—but what else does this role entail? And what characteristics should elders exhibit? Think this through with Alistair Begg on Truth For Life. ----------------------------------------- • Click here and look for "FROM THE SERMON" to stream or read the full message. • This program is part of the...

Most of us live with a quiet question tucked in the back of our minds. When the diagnosis comes, when the money runs out, when we’re truly cornered—can we ask God to step in? Dr. Robert Jeffress considers whether we still experience God’s miracles in our lives today.   To support Pathway to Victory, go to ptv.org/donate .

Artificial intelligence can help you build a budget, explain an investment, or compare financial options in seconds. But how much should you trust it with your money? AI is quickly becoming part of everyday life, including the way we manage our finances. And like any tool, it can be used wisely or unwisely. For Christians, the better question isn’t simply, “Should I use AI?” but, “How can I use th...

How can you tell when typical teenage struggles have become something more serious? Mark and Wayne discuss the warning signs that a teen may be spinning out of control — from escalating rebellion, dishonesty and disregard for consequences to isolation, substance use, self-harm and other dangerous behaviors. Mark also shares practical steps parents can take to intervene, establish healthier boundar...

Joe Dallas shares his testimony of being repeatedly molested as a boy and pursuing homosexual encounters as a teenager. After becoming a Christian, Joe struggled to reconcile the gospel with his promiscuous lifestyle, to the point of joining a pro-homosexual church in his quest for peace. Joe explains how the combination of misleading, ‘pro-gay’ theology and the conviction of the Holy Spirit prope...

What do you do when you get attacked for your faith? Chip gives you four simple steps that you can use to bolster your confidence and build your courage, when you are criticized for your faith. Resources Message Notes Special Offers Connect 888-333-6003 Website Chip Ingram App Instagram Facebook YouTube Partner With Us Donate Online 888-333-6003

Selections from the Book of Job How could a compassionate, fair God allow an upright man like Job to suffer? Maybe we should let Job speak for himself! Dig deeply with Pastor Chuck Swindoll into seven lasting lessons the book of Job teaches us about our great God. Rediscover the character of God as you reflect on Job’s life.

In this episode of The Creative Connection, Ed Young preaches an ironic "how to increase your shame" through the tragic life of King Saul—talking down about yourself, resisting vulnerability, bragging, following your heart, and criticizing your peers—then flips each one, calling believers instead to God's truth, honest vulnerability, self-awareness, and obedience.

Have you ever failed God and felt like you could not face Him again? Shame tells us to stay away, but grace invites us to draw near to the One who knows our weaknesses and understands temptation. In this message, Pastor Jeff Schreve shows why Jesus is the compassionate High Priest who paid for our sins and continually intercedes for His people. When you stumble, discover why God wants you to run t...

It's tempting to trust any leader who promises peace and prosperity. Ezekiel saw four fearsome beasts, and among them rose a boastful little horn. In this message, Pastor Lutzer explains why Hitler was a preview of the Antichrist. What if the world's most evil ruler arrives as a candidate for peace? This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount. Get yours at https://offerrtw...

Why did Jesus teach with parables? And how should we interpret these stories? Today, R.C. Sproul identifies the purpose of parables and begins to examine the rich truths they reveal about Christ's kingdom. Download R.C. Sproul's video teaching series The Parables of Jesus, plus the digital study guide, with your donation: https://gift.renewingyourmind.org/   Meet Today's Teacher:   R.C. Sproul (19...

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The most agonizing times of life can yield the sweetest rewards. Today, Pastor Greg Laurie launches a study of the life of Moses. And we'll see how great victories come from great struggle. It's good medicine for whatever you're going through. Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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The kingdom of God demands more than casual religious interest. From his sermon series in the gospel of Luke, today R.C. Sproul calls us to devote ourselves earnestly to the Word and the work of the Lord. Receive R.C. Sproul's ebook commentary on the gospel of Luke with your donation: https://gift.renewingyourmind.org/ Meet Today's Teacher: R.C. Sproul (1939–2017) was founder of Ligonier Ministrie...

In this powerful episode of LoveTalk Network, Coach Kerri and Cathy sit down with Brian Gibson of Kairos Prison Ministry. Brian spent eight years in a Texas prison. Halfway through his sentence, he attended a Kairos weekend — not as a volunteer, but as a participant. What he experienced there completely changed his life. For the first time, he felt God’s unconditional love in a real and personal w...

A God who is sympathetic and weeps over evil, but who is unable to do anything about it, is not a good God. Pastor Colin talks about the severity of God and the goodness of God.

Louisiana Attorney General LIZ MURRILL is in-studio with us to break down the federal lawsuit her state—and Arkansas and Louisiana—have filed against New York, California and Massachusetts for violating laws prohibiting abortion pills being mailed to pro-life states. U.S. House Majority Leader  STEVE SCALISE joins us while campaigning in Pennsylvania…saying Democrats cannot win the House if Republ...

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Ken Katayama, Global President and CEO of Crossover Global , didn't come to faith in Christ until he was 15 years old. Two years later, he was invited to a missions conference and heard for the first time that there are people who have never heard the gospel. Ken felt very clearly God's call to missions—to go to those unreached peoples. He started as an intern at Crossover Global. Today, he leads...