The Max Lucado Encouraging Word Podcast

Have you ever wondered why the cross of Christ is the symbol of our faith? In this episode, Max looks at the profound simplicity of the cross and what it means for us today. For a deeper look at the hope we have because of the cross of Christ, Max's book 'He Chose the Nails' is available from your favorite online bookseller. To learn more, visit: MaxLucado.com

In the concluding measure of Jesus' earthly composition, we hear the sounds of a thirsty man. In this episode, Max looks at the final act of Christ's life and what it means for our relationship with him today. For a deeper look at the hope we have because of the cross of Christ, Max's book 'He Chose the Nails' is available from your favorite online bookseller. To learn mor...

That which once separated you from God has now been removed. In this epsidode, Max looks at the promise given through Jesus' torn flesh. For a deeper look at the hope we have because of the cross of Christ, Max's book 'He Chose the Nails' is available from your favorite online bookseller. To learn more, visit: MaxLucado.com

In this episode, Max shares a beautiful message that comes through the robe Christ wore as he walked to the cross. For a deeper look at the hope we have because of the cross of Christ, Max's book 'He Chose the Nails' is available from your favorite online bookseller. To learn more, visit: MaxLucado.com

Have you ever wondered why there were two crosses next to Christ? In this episode, Max looks at the crosses on each side of Jesus and shares how they are symbolic of one of God's greatest gifts to us. For a deeper look at the hope we have because of the cross of Christ, Max's book 'He Chose the Nails' is available from your favorite online bookseller. To learn more, visit: MaxL...

There is no language God will not speak. In this episode, Max looks at the ways in which you can hear from God amid the day-to-day drama of your life. For a deeper look at the hope we have because of the cross of Christ, Max's book 'He Chose the Nails' is available from your favorite online bookseller. To learn more, visit: MaxLucado.com

The framer of our destiny knows that sometimes we miss the signs-perhaps that's why he gives us so many. In this episode, Max looks at a literal sign on the cross and what that means for those who read its words and understand its message. For a deeper look at the hope we have because of the cross of Christ, Max's book 'He Chose the Nails' is available from your favorite online...

Between his hand and the wood, Jesus saw something being nailed to the cross that caused him to not resist. In this episode, Max helps us see through the eyes of Jesus as they nailed him to the cross-and what it means for us today. For a deeper look at the hope we have because of the cross of Christ, Max's book 'He Chose the Nails' is available from your favorite online bookseller....

God saves not on a merit system, but on a grace system. In this episode, Max examines the deep hope found in the gift of salvation by grace for all who believe. For more content from Max, visit: MaxLucado.com

God put the wrong on Jesus, who never did anything wrong, so we could be right with God. In this final episode of the Unshakable Hope Series, Max looks at the promise from God that there is no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus. For more hope and encouragement from the promises of God, Max's book, Unshakable Hope, is available from your favorite online bookseller. To learn more, v...

In the midst of these difficult days, Jesus Christ is speaking up for you on your behalf. In this episode, Max takes a look at this powerful promise and how it shapes our hope amid the storms of life. For more hope and encouragement from the promises of God, Max's book, Unshakable Hope, is available from your favorite online bookseller. To learn more, visit: MaxLucado.com

Your prayers matter to God. Your prayers are heard in Heaven. In this episode, Max reminds us of this powerful promise and the hope it provides us today. For more hope and encouragement from the promises of God, Max's book, Unshakable Hope, is available from your favorite online bookseller. To learn more, visit: MaxLucado.com

Were Satan to read the Bible, he would be utterly discouraged. In this episode, Max shows us who the promise of Satan's eternal defeat assures us of our eternal hope. For more hope and encouragement from the promises of God, Max's book, Unshakable Hope, is available from your favorite online bookseller. To learn more, visit: MaxLucado.com

God made you in the image of God, in order to reflect the image of God. In this episode, Max shows us how this eternal reality brings us hope today. For more hope and encouragement from the promises of God, Max's book, Unshakable Hope, is available from your favorite online bookseller. To learn more, visit: MaxLucado.com

You have a choice: You can ponder the problems in life, or you can remember the promises of God. In this episode, Max encourages us to take our eyes off the problems we face and set them on the promises of God. For more hope and encouragement from the promises of God, Max's book, Unshakable Hope, is available from your favorite online bookseller. To learn more, visit: MaxLucado.com

Forgiveness is not an easy topic. In this episode, Max discusses the practical application of the noble calling on God's people to forgive others. Max's new gift book, God Will Help You, is available in-store and online wherever books are sold. To learn more, visit: MaxLucado.com

Change is all around us. In this episode, Max discusses God's plan for the changes you face in life right now. Max's new gift book, God Will Help You, is available in-store and online wherever books are sold. To learn more, visit: MaxLucado.com

Winter comes to us all. In this bonus episode from snowy South Texas, Max will encourage you to look up amid the winter of your current circumstances, and to stand on the goodness and promises of God. For more encouragement from Max, visit: MaxLucado.com

Hello, my friend. Thank you so much for joining me for another Encouraging Word.  Today we’re wrapping up our series on thought management. If you’ve missed any episodes, I encourage you to go back and catch up. But here’s the big idea, as found in Ephesians 4:23-24: “Let the Spirit change your way of thinking and make you into a new person.”

In the final episode of the Begin Again Series, Max shares five simple and practical things you can do today to begin again. If you could use a fresh start, Max's new book, Begin Again, is available wherever books are sold. To learn more, visit: BeginAgainTheBook.com

God tailored you for more than a casket. He fitted you for a grander destiny than a graveyard. In this episode, Max discusses God's grand plan for your life so that you can have purpose today and peace about tomorrow. If you could use a fresh start, Max's new book, Begin Again, is available wherever books are sold. To learn more, visit: BeginAgainTheBook.com

Anxiety is filling the world-but it doesn't have to fill your world. In this episode, Max reveals how God's nearness quells our anxiety. For more content from Max, visit: MaxLucado.com