Living on the Edge with Chip Ingram Weekend Podcast

God wants to do something great in your life. He wants to bless you; He wants to prosper you. But if that is going to occur, He needs something from you. Chip shows us what it is that unleashes God’s supernatural power in our lives. The pathway to breakthrough involves: The SOVEREIGN work of God in the world. -Job 42:2 The SOVEREIGN work of God in His people. The SOVEREIGN work of God through His...

Frustrated by a lack of progress? Chip shares why dependency, not determination, is the key to the lasting change you desire. Threefold practice for change: Look BACK Look UP Look forward Key areas to evaluate: Relationship with the Lord Most important relationships Physical health Other relationships Work / Career / Education Personal ministry Emotional health Set spiritual priority -Mt. 6:33 Get...

Want more joy and a closer walk with God? Chip shares the game plan for personal satisfaction and intimacy with Him. Breakthrough Concept #2: God owns everything. I am His money manager. The “Oikonomia” Principle: All that we are, and all that we have belongs to God and has been temporarily entrusted to us to manage according to His wishes. -1 Cor. 4:1-2 The Setting: Correction of the Pharisees an...

What's the process for good, wise decisions? Chip lays out 4 ways to help children evaluate circumstances and make choices they'll be glad they made. Transferable Concept #4: Teach them to make WISE choices. A theology of holiness God is high and holy, “TOTALLY other.” -Rev 4:8-11 God is absolute TRUTH. -Jn 14:6 God’s WORD defines absolute truth. -Jn 17:17 God’s LAW (morals) are for our protection...

Chip explains how to teach children to work "unto the Lord." He challenges parents: Don't rob kids of growth. Teach responsibility, chores, timeliness, and finishing jobs. Transferable Concept #2: Teach them to WORK unto the Lord. A theology of work: Work is a CALLING, not a job All work is SACRED. -1 Cr. 10:31 Our work is to flow from God’s unique design and PURPOSE for our lives. -Ep. 2:10, 1 Cr...

James, the leader in Jerusalem, faced a world turned upside down. His message offers God's answer and resource for anyone facing crisis today. The principle = “Don’t ask why, ask what.” Three “what” questions survivors ask: 1. What can I control when my world falls apart? 2. What must I do to make it through today? 3. What hope do I have for tomorrow? The answer = God’s sovereignty + goodness = He...

Deadlines, flight delays, traffic jams, crying babies - what do all these have in common? Well, for most of us these situations cause us stress. We are surrounded by stressful events every day! How do we keep the chaos of life from stressing us out? Chip clarifies God’s solution for stopping stress BEFORE it starts. Introduction: AQ = (E + P) x O426 Anger Quotient = (Environment + Perspective) x O...

What can turn a normal rational person into an out of control monster - destroying relationships, abusing children, spewing threats, and alienating lifelong friends? Join Chip as he reveals the source of that devastating power, and how to keep it under control. Introduction: James 1:19-20 A look at anger from God’s perspective: Definition: Anger is neither good nor bad; it is a “charged,” morally...

Chip relates the most fearful encounter with demons he ever faced and how you can prepare yourself to do battle with the Enemy. Four facts you need to know God has objectively defeated Satan. He has delivered us from sin’s penalty and power. In the interim, we are involved in guerilla warfare with demonic forces. As believers, we have been transferred from the kingdom of darkness to the Kingdom of...

Demons, Satan, and the powers of darkness are real and at work. Do you know how to recognize and combat them? Chip begins "The Invisible War" with an overview of who the Enemy is and how they operate. GENERAL Command (Eph. 6:10) “Allow yourself to be continually strengthened by the power already made available to you in your new position and relationship with Christ.” It is the power that raised C...

Chip interviews Sean McDowell to tackle the conflict between the Bible and modern culture on sex and gender. They offer parents a practical roadmap to guide their children with biblical truth and compassion. Key Topics: Your Initial Response: How to lead with love and preserve the relationship. Giving Yourself Grace: Avoiding the trap of self-blame and the "perfect parent" myth. Moving Forward: Th...

One of the biggest questions parents are asking today is, “How do we raise positive kids in such a negative world?” In this message, Chip explains that God has a plan for parenting and the Bible clearly lays it out. If you long to strengthen the relationships with your children and increase the joy in your parenting journey, the first step begins here. Four principles for positive parenting Effect...

Have you ever forgiven someone who hurt you, only to have resentful feelings begin to fester a short time later? How does that scenario change when it is your spouse who caused you pain? In this program, Chip explains why forgiveness is a powerful skill couples need to harness. Learn about the dangers of unresolved conflict in relationships and the freedom that comes when you genuinely say, “I for...

There is no shortage of great podcasts, popular books, and helpful resources to help you strengthen your marriage. But in this program, Chip explains that there’s one simple discipline that, if you commit to it, you will transform your relationship. Listen in to learn what this fundamental habit is and the steps you can follow to make it a daily priority in your life. Introduction: God’s original...

The Apostle Paul reminds us in Ephesians that a Christian’s battle is not against flesh and blood, but against the spiritual forces of darkness. Join us as Chip exposes powerful lies that have misled believers for centuries and are undermining the institution of marriage. The command: Walk differently Walking worthy of your CALLING -Ephesians 4:1, 17 Walking in LOVE, like Christ -Ephesians 5:2 Wal...

Could there ever be too much kindness, too much forgiveness, too much love? When was the last time you heard someone say, "Love? I'm good. I really don't need any more."? God's love is infinite. God's love is matchless. God's love is perfect. Join Chip as he defines God's love and what it means. Introduction - Three facts about love Fact #1: It’s a universal need - Everyone is looking for love! Fa...

God is holy, and He wants us to be holy, but how do we do that? What’s it really look like to be holy? Do we have to give up everything fun? Do we have to be serious 24/7 and keep a perfect, holy checklist? Join Chip for the surprising answer. Defining the Holiness of God: “We know nothing like the divine holiness. It stands apart, unique, unapproachable, incomprehensible and unattainable. The nat...

What would you do if a loved one suddenly died in a car crash, or was the victim of a mass shooting, or a natural disaster? How are you expected to go on with your life when someone so important is here one minute and gone the next? In this powerful broadcast, you will hear the captivating first half of a testimony from a man who persevered through an unimaginable tragedy. Hear how, despite the tr...

What comes to mind when you think about God? Who do you imagine Him to be? Your answers to these questions are the most important thing about you. Chip explores how our perception of God radically alters our view of reality. The importance of this study: “What comes into our minds when we think about God is the most important thing about us.” -A.W. Tozer, Knowledge of the Holy “We tend, by a secre...

So what would you do for love? Maybe it’s better said, what have you done for love? In this message, Chip explains that God designed you to give and receive love, and it can be better than you thought possible, but you have to be willing to do one thing. Learning to love in “Real Time” Responding to Hurts:Truth: Love is patient and kind (1 Corinthians 13:4a); Practice: When hurt, love absorbs the...

Do you wish you could just put the brakes on the speed of life? Between work, family, ministry, financial pressures, health issues, is it any wonder that our lives and our relationships are on the ragged edge? If you’re ready to start loving more by doing less, then join Chip as he begins his series called "Spiritual Simplicity" 4 words drive our lives, our schedules, our relationships, and our so...

Setting priorities, putting first things first is important. The question is how do you keep those priorities in place? Chip explores the essential elements that must be in place in order for you to be able to keep your priorities in line over the long haul. The Problem: Many start well, but few finish well. The Answer: Biblical Accountability Definition: Biblical Accountability is enlisting the s...

Would you like to make this the best year of your life, no matter what happens with the economy, on your job, or even your health? It is possible! Chip explores how to balance the demands of life and prioritize the activities and relationships that matter most to you. Six symptoms of misplaced priorities: BUSYNESS - The Activity Trap. UNDUE stress and pressure. Low grade NAGGING GUILT. FINANCIAL d...

Pastor and theologian Dietrich Bonhoeffer once wrote, “The Christian needs another Christian… for by himself he cannot help himself.” In this special program, Chip explains why godly, authentic community is the antidote for many Christians who feel lonely and disconnected from the Body of Christ. Hear why simply being a ‘consumer’ of a church is not enough and how forging meaningful bonds with fel...

The Apostle Paul commands us to take every thought captive. But what does that look like in our fast-paced society where we're constantly bombarded by everything? In this program, Chip turns the mic over to guest teacher Jennie Allen for her series “Get Out of Your Head.” Don’t miss how we can guard our minds against toxic thoughts that threaten to destroy us. Introduction: There’s an enemy that w...