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In this episode of Purity for Life, we'll talk about why falling in love with Jesus provides such a powerful motivation to live in purity.
We are guilty of idolatry if we allow anything—even a good thing, like our spouse—to have the most important place in our hearts and lives.
Near the end of His life, Jesus stated, "I am the way." This small phrase is of big importance in our lives.
This episode: Hurting wives desperately need the Word of God because it has the power to go inside of them and make them completely new.
Hurting wives desperately need the Word of God because it has the power to go inside of them and make them completely new.
In this episode of Purity for Life, we'll talk about why falling in love with Jesus provides such a powerful motivation to live in purity.
God is interested in more than a change in behavior. He is interested in a change of heart.
Latest podcast: We would never try to live without water or food. So why do we try to live without a daily intake of God’s word and prayer?
If you want to live a life of freedom and righteousness, then you do NOT want to miss Part 1 of our discussion on Galatians.
Worldly entertainment might seem relatively harmless. But that changes when you begin to realize what comes through the door that it opens.
An occasional failure doesn’t nullify the Lord's work in your life. True failure is when you quit moving forward in your walk with the Lord.
The Lord may use failure to show a man who has become self-reliant where true victory comes from. It comes from the Lord.
In the final episode of our series "Ashes to Beauty", we'll talk about why being ruled by God brings so much peace to our hearts and homes.
How will we ever find the strength to bear good fruit in a wicked world? There's only one way. By abiding in the Vine.
Although we will never achieve human perfection, we can continue to become more and more Christlike—even after we fail.
A love for our life on this earth disregards the eternal life which Jesus promised.
After sexual sin, it can seem like an enormous task to re-establish good communication and intimacy in the marriage bed. But God is able!
Christianity is about entering into a relationship with God built upon a mutual love.
"Ashes to Beauty" Episode 6: Marriages that have been destroyed by selfishness will be restored and healed through selflessness and mercy.
Do you want to live a truly fruitful life? Don't buy into plausible sounding opinions. Set your mind on Christ alone.
Godly wisdom is acting upon what we know to be true and right.
When a husband and wife become desperate for righteousness, they are taking one more step on the road toward healing and restoration.
Scott and Erin tried really hard to fix their marriage on their own. But when they started obeying God, their marriage was transformed.
Without the (real) grace and love of God, it's impossible to live the Christian life. The counterfeits are worthless.
When Jesus said, "Blessed are those who mourn," He meant that our pain is actually opening the door for tremendous spiritual blessing.
The Lord isn't just concerned with what we do or don't do, but at the motivations in our heart.
In God's powerful hands, situations that devastate us actually become the first step on our road to redemption.
When it comes to things that lead us into sin, Jesus' stance is strong, uncompromising, even seemingly extreme.
It isn’t enough to just put off bad behavior. We need our minds brought into alignment with God’s Word and to bear fruit of godliness.
God has POWER to restore even the most broken marriages. In our newest podcast series, Ashes to Beauty, we'll look at how He does it!
Dr. John Oswalt is back with us for the second part of our discussion about holiness.
If sin has ever led you away captive, Isaiah 55 is for you. "Return to God!" it says, and find in Him a land of spiritual peace.
God told His people, "You must be holy, for I am holy." But what exactly is holiness? And how do we, fallen humans, become holy?
In this "Story of Hope", you'll hear about how a couple went from utter hopelessness to seeing the Lord make all things new!
When we're in deep trouble because of our sin, Psalm 107 is there to offer us strong confidence that God will hear us if we cry out to Him.
If we will faithfully do our part, God will be faithful to fill us with His divine power and glorious nature!
Latest podcast: Want to overcome temptation? We discuss James' priceless wisdom on the nature of temptation, and how to deal with it.
For those who are being broken by God, Psalm 51 is like a blazing lighthouse, showing us how to return into the harbor of God’s redemption.
The key to victory is learning to "walk by the Spirit." Join us for Part 2 of our discussion on Galatians.
Despite all my rebellion and the crimes I committed, I can see how Jesus was pursuing me throughout my life.
If you want to live a life of freedom and righteousness, then you do NOT want to miss Part 1 of our discussion on Galatians.
In Hosea, a stunning picture emerges. God's deep desire in our pain is not to destroy us, but to open a doorway into hope.
Want to hear about a Mormon missionary who came face to face with the real Jesus? We review Micah Wilder's autobiography.
When God disciplines us, it is not because He rejects us. Rather it is part of His love and acceptance.
How will we ever find the strength to bear good fruit in a wicked world? There's only one way. By abiding in the Vine.
In this bonus segment, Josh Rowand talks with Nate and explains how he uses the Bible to connect with God in a meaningful way.
How can we find the confidence to return to God after terrible sin? When we comprehend this glorious truth about God: He is FULL of mercy.
Do you want to live a truly fruitful life? Don't buy into plausible sounding opinions. Set your mind on Christ alone.
Without the (real) grace and love of God, it's impossible to live the Christian life. The counterfeits are worthless.
In this bonus segment, Nate sits down with counselor Ken Larkin to discuss some of the methods and tools he uses to study the Bible.
Lives that aren't built on God's Word will come crashing down. In our newest video series, we inspire and equip you to study God's Word.
We can be completely oblivious to our self-centeredness and pride until the Lord comes in and shows us how He sees us.
When Nabeel's religion crumbled under honest scrutiny, he was desperate for truth. What he found next utterly stunned him.
When it comes to things that lead us into sin, Jesus' stance is strong, uncompromising, even seemingly extreme.
In this bonus discussion from our latest podcast, Austin Kropf outlines the methods he uses to engage with God's Word in a meaningful way.
Self-pity is just another demonic scheme to keep people away from true repentance. We'll explain what self-pity is and how to repent of it.
The Bible describes self-control as a fruit of the Spirit. It is not a fruit of the flesh that we can produce by our own self-effort.
If sin has ever led you away captive, Isaiah 55 is for you. "Return to God!" it says, and find in Him a land of spiritual peace.
When we're in deep trouble because of our sin, Psalm 107 is there to offer us strong confidence that God will hear us if we cry out to Him.
For those who are being broken by God, Psalm 51 is like a blazing lighthouse, showing us how to return into the harbor of God’s redemption.
If you aren’t in the habit of reading Christian biographies, we hope that this episode will inspire you to start.
In Hosea, a stunning picture emerges. God's deep desire in our pain is not to destroy us, but to open a doorway into hope.
In this bonus discussion, Michael Wheaton expounds on the methods he uses to study the Bible.
The kind of self-control that can withstand times of temptation is a fruit of the Spirit that can only come from God.
How can we find the confidence to return to God after terrible sin? When we comprehend this glorious truth about God: He is FULL of mercy.
Lives that aren't built on God's Word will come crashing down. In our newest podcast series, we inspire and equip you to study God's Word.
Because of His humility, the Lord condescends to a people who have polluted themselves with sin and teaches them to walk in His humble ways.
When someone claims that they don't have anyone to help them in their distress, how often is that true? And what should they do if it is?
In "Stephen and Kelly's Story of Hope," we see that the light of Christ shines with incredible brightness in times of greatest darkness.
We must have a level of humility to approach the Lord, because He is a holy, magnificent and awesome being.
Any concept of grace that makes us more comfortable sinning is not biblical grace.
There are radical differences between what secular psychology and Biblical Christianity have to say about addiction.
It could not be more clear: To be a citizen of God’s kingdom requires us to break away from the spirit of Babylon.
The ultimate authority in our lives needs to be the Word of God and not the way we feel or think.
We are aware we must fight against the flesh and the Devil. But are we prepared to acknowledge that we must also fight against the world?
Whether you have a secular job or serve in ministry full-time, social media can breed a mentality which is anti-Christian.
In this weeks blog, join us for part one of our discussion on living by faith and not feelings.
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Social media is just one more distraction the enemy uses to keep people from considering the more meaningful issues of life.
Even marriage cannot fill the empty void that only Christ can satisfy.
If Christians give worldly things a higher priority than God, there’s something seriously wrong with their life in Christ.
As you go through the Spiral of Degradation, you can come to a point where you celebrate sin and believe there is nothing wrong with it.
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It's not possible for the fruit of the Spirit to come forth in a person’s life when they are given over to the frenzy of Babylon.
A man should be walking in victory and living a life under the control of the Holy Spirit before he enters into a marriage relationship.
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There is something deeper and more important than nationalism: it is the kingdom of God.
If a person decides to pursue their sin, they will eventually come to a place where morality doesn't matter to them.
When ministering to someone in sexual sin, one must realize that sin has done a level of damage in that persons heart and in their life.
Registration is now open for our 2023 Conference! We hope to see you there. Click the link and watch the trailer now.
A church system won't save you. Only Jesus personally can save you, lead you, and guide you through life.
If a person loses their reverential and worshipful fear of God, it's easy for them to journey down the spiral of degradation.
When ministering to a man in sexual sin, a pastor should keep in mind that sin deeply corrupts even the most outwardly kind person.
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The life of self-denial that Jesus called for from His followers is not what Americans want to hear about.
A marriage fueled by a desire for success, prosperity and sexual pleasure is a recipe for disaster.
When you look at someone's life, it's obvious that their decisions impact the people around them whether they want them to or not.
Maintaining a godly atmosphere in your home leads to a life full of blessings and genuine freedom.
When the focus of the church culture shifts from desiring God alone, we replace real passion for God with a vain substitute.
It may be painful to walk through the consequences of confessing sin, but this is a vital step on the road to freedom.
A broken marriage is a serious storm for any woman. Faith, hope, and love anchor our souls to the Lord while the tempest rages around us.
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When the majority of professing Christians accept a half-hearted version of Christianity, it sends a powerful message: This is normal.
The deceitfulness of sin blinds one to the truth and to the reality of their spiritual condition.
Self-control does not come from self. It comes from the Lord. Apart from Him, you will not find the power to live a self-controlled life.
God's discipline is a manifestation of His love. It's not an indication of rejection, it's a sign of our acceptance.
An occasional failure doesn’t nullify the Lord's work in your life. True failure is when you quit moving forward in your walk with the Lord.
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The tyrant of Self is a most relentless foe that does not die off easily.
Living by faith means that despite your circumstances or how you feel, you can choose by an act of your will to trust and obey the Lord.
Don't continue to allow your desires to take you in a direction that brings forth death. God wants to give you life!
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