Saying Yes! to Christ’s Call
From Mark 1:14–20, Pastor Chuck Swindoll examines the Saviour’s call on Simon, Andrew, James, and John.
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Christian Living
The Christian life is difficult sometimes, isn't it? God asks us to leave behind our selfishness and devote ourselves to Jesus Christ in the service of others. This journey has a clear beginning and an even clearer end, but its path is littered with dangerous obstructions and precarious curves. Thankfully, its destination provides lasting, eternal rewards.
Chances are you have experienced the difficulty of losing your way on the journey. We've all been tempted to stray, to step away from the fundamentals of authentic Christian living toward the more immediate fulfilments we desire for ourselves. But God calls us to a life devoted to studying the Scriptures, to prayer, and most important, to knowing Christ Himself.
Let these resources remind you that the goal isn't just reaching our heavenly destination but walking closely with Jesus as we get there.
Are You Ready for Some Good News?
Pastor Chuck Swindoll walks through Mark 1:1–13, pausing at three defining moments: Jesus’ baptism, the Father’s voice of approval, and the temptation in the wilderness.
Snapshots of the Servant of God
Pastor Chuck Swindoll surveys the entire book of Mark, spotlighting its key verse, Mark 10:45
Pride Stinks!
Pride stinks! The problem is, the proud person is the only one who doesn’t smell it. You can put pride into perspective by recognizing you’re reliant on God for every breath you take.
What Job Teaches Us About Ourselves
In a concluding survey of Job, Pastor Chuck Swindoll draws out seven lessons Job teaches us about ourselves.
And Job Lived Happily Ever After...Or Did He?
Pastor Chuck Swindoll expounds upon the blessings and the rewards God gifted Job (Job 42). In this message, you’ll also find wisdom for aging well.
Integrity
In Hebrew, the word “integrity” means an unimpaired condition. Another word is “solid.” A person with integrity is not divided or devious.
The Passionate Testimony of an Innocent Man
Like an accused criminal with no defense attorney, Job represents himself and presents his case before his friends. He even invites an answer from his sovereign Judge.
A Recommitment to Things That Matter
In this passage, Job declares truth about God. He is determined to think God’s thoughts, rather than rely on humanistic reasoning.
Responding Wisely When Falsely Accused
Tune in to hear Pastor Chuck Swindoll talk about Job’s shrewd response to Zophar’s painfully inaccurate accusations (Job 20–21). Compare and contrast the lives of the righteous and wicked.
