Live the Bible with Wayne Stiles

Why does it take some people so long to change?  Who came to your mind when you read that question? Maybe a parent or a child, a boss or a friend, a spouse or even a pastor. You’ve prayed SO long for this person to change. But no matter what you do, nothing changes. WHY? We’ve all been there, asking that question—even the Apostle Paul. In this episode of Live the Bible , we’re traveling with him t...

What does God say about the best way to use your time? From self-help books to leadership courses to employee reviews, time management is a big deal! And most of us want to know how to do it better. But does the Bible have anything to say about how to make the most of your time? This episode of Live the Bible may be one of the best uses of time for you this week. Whether you’re a time management p...

What if you could send spies into your future and report back to you what’s coming. Would you want to hear it? In this episode of Live the Bible , that’s exactly what happens. We get ready for the New Year with a look at how to fearlessly face the fabulous future God has planned for you. Our future will always have giants. But we can face them—in their many forms—as long as we don’t look at the si...

The humble birth of Jesus Christ reveals a truth that, frankly, is shocking.  In fact, it’s as surprising today as it was in the day Mary gave birth to Jesus in a Bethlehem barn. In this episode of Live the Bible , we take a special look at Christmas and its surprising truth. What truth? The pursuits of our lives and passions can easily get misplaced. Jesus shows us that the way up is down. The wa...

What are you planting this summer?  In this episode of Live the Bible , we’re looking at the principle that we reap what we sow. Nature proves this is true. Just ask any gardener! What you plant is what you get, every time. But what does this basic gardening principle have to do with connecting the Bible to your life? Galatians has the answer—and it’s a good one! Listen now and let’s get planting....

If you could go back and undo your greatest mistake, would you? Of course, you would! I’d give my right arm for a chance like that. But we know too well that time never rewinds; we can’t undo our choices that cost us the most. We can’t change the past. But we CAN change the past that WILL be—and in this episode of Live the Bible , we’re turning to the book of Genesis to find out how. Support the s...

When was the last time life hit you like a ton of bricks?  In today’s episode of Live the Bible , we’re getting honest about just how hard and fast life can hit us. Divorce, job loss, illness, death, disaster—everything can change in a moment. When it does, it’s easy to wonder if God’s really the good and merciful Lord He says He is. Have you been there? I sure have. This message has hope for you...

Think of the most powerful messages you’ve heard. Were they long or short? In this episode of Live the Bible , we’re looking at a chapter of Scripture that proves we don’t have to say a lot for our words to be powerful. I’m talking about 1 Corinthians chapter 13. In just thirteen short, inspired verses, Paul gets down to the essence of what it means to love.  But is the kind of love Paul describes...

What’s a question only you can answer?  In this episode of Live the Bible , we’re opening our God’s Word to a book that’s like a candy store to me: Romans. Paul’s letter to the church in Rome is so chock-full of good stuff—it’s tough to choose what to dig into first! But today, I’ve got four questions from Romans for you, four questions only YOU can answer. I can hardly wait for you to hear these...

What do you do when God directs you down a path that makes no sense? Honestly, I’ve lost count of the number of times the Lord has led me in a direction that, well, just seems so terribly inefficient! In this episode of Live the Bible , we’ll be in the book of Acts to look at times Peter and Paul must have felt the same way. So often, we know where we’re headed; we feel ready. But instead of takin...

Have you ever wondered why God chose a book to reveal Himself? In this new interview, I talk with my longtime friend and publishing expert Joel J. Miller about how books have shaped civilization—and how the Bible itself transformed human thought, language, and culture. Joel’s insight is remarkable. From Augustine’s moment in the garden to the invention of the printing press, he shows how the simpl...

What’s your biggest challenge in life? In today’s episode of Live the Bible , we’re turning to the book of John to address one of my personal, biggest challenges: waiting. Little in this life is as hard as waiting—especially waiting on God. If only God would answer our prayers more quickly, if only He would say YES instead of NO when we’re desperate for Him to, if only He would speak up and show u...

What can you do when the life God has promised you looks nothing like the life He has given you? Let’s ask that another way. How good are you at waiting on God? In this episode of Live the Bible , we look at a topic relevant to all of us who walk with God— and that is the struggle of waiting on Him.  Support the show

Temptation can be tough—and I mean TOUGH—to say no to at times. The only thing harder is to have resisted—but then be falsely accused of giving in! In this episode of Live the Bible , we’ll see Joseph’s infamous encounter with Potiphar’s wife in Genesis 39. It’s a story that offers powerful tools for resisting temptation—and the encouragement we need when others malign our motives. Support the sho...

What do you do when the life God has promised you looks nothing like the life He has given you? Sometimes it feels like God is leading us in circles. He points in one direction, and we walk—and walk—and walk!—and never turn a corner. What can we do with one foot nailed to the floor? In this episode of Live the Bible , we’re opening God’s Word to Joseph’s story in Genesis. We’ll find the answer the...

Have you ever felt forgotten by God? You’re not alone. You’re so ready to use your talents for the Lord, to be a success and see your dreams come true—if only God would show up. If anyone in the Bible understood that feeling, it’s Joseph! In this episode of Live the Bible , we’re picking up his story in Genesis to learn what to do when it feels like God has forgotten us. Support the show

Have you noticed how God’s tests are always pop quizzes? That’s because they’re designed to reveal who we are , not what we know . In this episode of Live the Bible , we’re turning to Genesis where we’ll see Jacob face one of God’s most challenging tests: surrender. It’s a powerful lesson in why God asks us to trust Him—and why we can. Support the show

It’s easy to compare ourselves to others. We all do it. But comparison only produces two responses: envy or pride. Neither honors God—yet, comparison seems unavoidable. What can we do? We’ll find out in this episode of Live the Bible as we turn to Genesis to see Joseph’s brothers face the test they failed the first time: jealousy. Support the show

Unmet expectations, betrayal, and abuse can color our perceptions like little else. But what if I told you there’s one perspective that could change everything? In this episode of Live the Bible , we’re continuing Joseph’s story in Genesis where we’ll discover what that perspective is. It really can—and does!—change everything when you apply it. It has changed my life, and I know it can encourage...

We all know change is hard. Truthfully, though, we welcome change that WE initiate or can anticipate. But God uses surprising change that HE initiates to help us grow and bring about His sovereign plans. In this episode of Live the Bible , we’re back in Genesis to see the next chapter in Joseph’s life of surprising twists—and to discover the comfort God has for us when we’re afraid to follow Him....

Let’s be honest.  If the Bible doesn’t relate to our lives, what’s the point? We need truth to live by, not just truth that’s sounds nice. That brings us to today’s episode of Live the Bible .  What can we do when God makes zero sense? When what we read in the Scripture doesn’t compute with our own ideas of life?  As we continue in our series on the life of Joseph in Genesis, we’ll see what to do...

We can't change the past . . . Or can we? As strange as it may sound, we can change the past that will be by how we live today. In this episode of Live the Bible , we're continuing our series in the life of Joseph, where we'll hear the final words from Joseph's father on his deathbed. These final words will help us best plan for yesterday—today.  Support the show

Okay, so I'll admit it. When you reach a certain age, your eyes start changing so that either reading up close or seeing things from a distance become challenging. (I can read up close but far off is a total blur.) Progressive lenses can help. But honestly? They take some getting used to! Life is a lot like this either/or perspective. We need the lenses of God's Word to see both the big...

The Bible doesn’t tell us everything. Seriously! There are huge gaps in the Bible. God’s Word doesn’t tell us everything—but it does tell us everything we need to know . God works the same way in our lives, and thankfully, the Bible DOES tell us that we can trust Him, even when we don’t understand what He’s doing. What can we do when the life God has promised us looks nothing like the life He has...

God’s work in and through you isn’t hindered by your family struggles. No matter the mistakes we or our family members make, God is in control. In this episode of Live the Bible , we’re turning to Genesis 38 to see that truth in action through the life of Joseph’s brother Judah. It’s an encouragement for anyone who’s ever been let down by family. Support the show