When Christians think about faithful stewardship generosity often comes to mind first We ask how much we should give where our gifts should go and how we can use our resources to bless others But what about the money we don't give away Faithful stewardship extends beyond charitable donations It includes our savings investments businesses and everything else God has entrusted to our care And that raises an important question How can we use all of our resources not just what we give to advance God's purposes Aimee Minnich Co-Founder Chief Impact Officer and General Counsel of the Impact Foundation [... more]

In a culture fascinated by the spiritual world discernment matters more than ever Gabriel made it clear that he was sent by God and had stood in His presence In this message Pastor Lutzer gives not only three tests of a true angel but also three cautions How do we know if an angel is sent by God or not This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount Get yours at https rtwoffer com or call us at - - - Moody Church Media https www moodymedia org home of Running To Win exists to bring [... more]

Share a commentThe fastest way to weaken a church is not always persecution from the outside It's distraction from the inside We wrestle with Paul's straight talk to Titus in Titus and the uncomfortable truth that a congregation can spend its energy on arguments that feel spiritual while producing nothing but heat hurt and division When opinions gain authority traditions start acting like doctrine and being right becomes the win condition the gospel mission quietly slips to the background We also dig into the social dynamics Paul calls out genealogy pride status signaling and the temptation to treat background or [... more]

Share a commentSome of the loudest fights in church life are not about clear sin or clear doctrine They are about the debatable space where the Bible barely nods where preferences harden into platforms and where people start taking sides and taking shots We want better for our churches and for our own souls so we open Titus and ask a simple question what belongs on a Christian's tray and what should be refused on purpose We talk about the difference between what is popular and what is profitable and why Paul calls certain disputes worthless even when they feel [... more]

You may know how your retirement investments are performing but do you know what they're actually supporting For many Christians stewardship shapes how we earn spend save and give Yet when it comes to investing we may not think much about the companies and industries represented in our portfolios Faith-based investing offers an opportunity to align those decisions more closely with our Christian convictions But what does that look like in practice Does investing according to your values mean sacrificing financial returns And can individual investors really make a difference Mark Regier Vice President of Stewardship Investing at Praxis Investment [... more]

Just because a politician calls himself a Christian or carries the title of pastor doesn't mean his beliefs and policies align with Scripture In this thought-provoking episode Jim Garlow joins the conversation to discuss the importance of spiritual discernment in politics warning that religious language and a likable personality can sometimes conceal beliefs and agendas that conflict with biblical teaching [... more]

In an age of deception we all need wisdom to tell truth from counterfeit In the end times a false religion will ride on the beast's power until the beast turns and destroys it In this message Pastor Lutzer urges discernment courage in suffering and anticipation If the Lord came back today would we be ready This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount Get yours at https rtwoffer com or call us at - - - Moody Church Media https www moodymedia org home of Running To Win exists to bring glory to God through [... more]

The wealth of the rich is their fortified city they imagine it a wall too high to scale Proverbs NIV Money can provide real protection but it can also create a dangerous illusion of security We may begin to believe that enough savings investments or possessions can shield us from whatever life brings In Samuel we encounter a wealthy man named Nabal whose story illustrates the danger of placing too much confidence in earthly riches His experience reminds us that while financial resources are valuable tools they can never provide the ultimate security our hearts desire Nabal A Wealthy Man [... more]

Abdu Murray explains the latest news about artificial intelligence and how Christians should respond Listen in for insights on discerning when to trust AI generated answers understanding deepfakes and finding peace in the trustworthiness of Scripture Get Fake ID free with your gift How AI is Shaping Our View of Reality -- Artificial intelligence is changing the world faster than any of us ever imagined Discover how to help your family navigate the age of AI with biblical wisdom discernment and hope with this free five-part video series featuring Abdu Murray Get More Episode Resources Do you have a story [... more]

Share a comment Judge not might be the most quoted Bible line in public arguments and one of the least understood We slow down and follow Jesus' words in Luke alongside Matthew's parallel teaching to uncover what He's actually confronting a quick-to-condemn slow-to-forgive posture that doesn't look anything like Christ From there we ask the hard question people avoid is it ever right to judge We trace the Bible's own boundaries and show why Christians must be able to call sin what it is evaluate teaching for truth or error and practice honest self-examination We talk about church accountability the [... more]

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Share a commentPeter is near the end of his life and his words have the weight of someone who knows what failure feels like and what grace can rebuild We open Peter by watching him do something unexpected he signs his name in a way that admits both his old story and his new identity then he plants his flag on a single claim that confronts every counterfeit gospel every spiritual brand and every would-be authority figure He belongs to Jesus Christ and that belonging reshapes everything We talk through Peter's journey from the Sea of Galilee to a Scripture-quoting [... more]

Women have played a vital role in advancing the gospel from the very beginning In Romans the Apostle Paul introduces us to Phoebe a trusted partner whose generosity influence and service helped further his ministry Her story offers a compelling picture of what it means to use the resources God has entrusted to us to advance the gospel John Rinehart founder and CEO of Gospel Patrons has spent years studying and telling the stories of men and women who have supported gospel ministry throughout history He says Phoebe is one of the clearest biblical examples of what he calls a [... more]

In the first century B C Roman historian Sallust observed Prosperity tries the souls even of the wise Most of us would probably choose financial prosperity over adversity Yet both seasons bring their own spiritual challenges When things are going well financially it can be tempting to take credit for our success Pride greed and self-reliance can quietly take root Financial hardship brings different temptations self-pity bitterness envy or fear Scripture offers a better way Christians are called to live faithfully and with integrity regardless of their circumstances And according to the Bible the key to doing that in both [... more]

Send us Fan MailGUEST DAVID MORRILL publisher Protestia comG began as a theology conference in at Pray's Mill Baptist Church near Atlanta Pastor Josh Buice of the same church was the founder Year by year the conference grew into one of the largest and most influential annual events with thousands attending and some of the most prominent leaders speaking such as John MacArthur Voddie Baucham Steve Lawson Paul Washer Ken Ham Joel Beeke HB Charles Tom Ascol James White and more G developed beyond a national conference into a ministry organization with regional conferences G Press publishing arm G Plus [... more]

Is AI a gift a danger or simply a tool In this episode of If Not For God Mike Zwick and Robby Dillmore dive into the growing influence of ChatGPT and artificial intelligence and ask an even deeper question What happens when we start trusting technology more than we trust God From AI Bible studies and computers that can generate sermons music and conversations to the possibility of AI companions replacing real relationships Mike and Robbie explore both the incredible opportunities and the spiritual dangers of this rapidly changing technology They also discuss whether AI could have anything to do [... more]

ESG investing promises to align your portfolio with your values But an important question remains Whose values are shaping the standards Environmental social and governance ratings are often presented as measures of corporate responsibility Yet the assumptions behind those ratings may not always align with biblical convictions Nick Schmitz Professor of Finance at The Catholic University of America and a Board Member of the Christian Investing Council CIC joined the show today to explain the differences between ESG and faith-based investing and why Christians should pay attention not only to what they own but also to how their shares are [... more]

The COVID pandemic highlighted the need for Christians to exercise critical thinking and discernment in the face of deception and lies. Christians must be prepared to question authority and challenge false narratives, even when they come from trusted sources. The Bible teaches that Christians are to be ready to defend their faith and to seek answers, rather than simply asking questions. In the context of the COVID pandemic, Christians were faced with conflicting information and conflicting narratives, and they must be equipped to navigate these complexities and to make informed decisions. The Bible teaches that Christians are to be discerning and to test all things, and that they are to be guided by the truth of Scripture. [... more]

The comparison trap can lead to a focus on material wealth and self-worth, but a biblical perspective on finances emphasizes generosity, gratitude, and faith-based decision-making. Certified Kingdom Advisors like Jim Rasmussen help individuals and families align their financial plans with their values and purpose, seeking God's kingdom first and living a life of contentment and stewardship. [... more]

The Apostles' Creed is a summary of Christian faith, unifying believers under one declared doctrine and guarding against false teaching. It is based on the entirety of scripture and serves as a tool to share the gospel with others, capturing their attention and conveying the core tenets of our faith. The creed's roots are in the Bible, with early creeds used in the Old Testament and New Testament, and its style is similar to oral traditions and poetic expressions, such as the Genesis account of creation. [... more]