Insight for Living Canada - LifeTrac Podcast

Leviticus 19:18When people treat us unfairly, we want to get back at them in some way. But when we take the high road and don't give in to our desire for revenge, the blessings are immeasurable.

Ecclesiastes 11:8Don't wait until you reach some magical age to start enjoying life—start now! Don't take a single day for granted.

Psalms 85:13The one constant in life is change—and most of it is unexpected. Flexibility is the key to handling change. That way you can be open to it and live courageously and victoriously.

Luke 5:20What's holding you back from living your life to the fullest? Feelings of uselessness? Self-pity? Fear? Guilt? It's never too late—or too early—to make positive changes.

Psalms 92:12-15Whatever your age, you need to keep learning, trying new things, and setting new goals. As someone has said, “Age is a matter of mind over matter—if you don't mind, it doesn't matter.”

Ecclesiastes 3:11Some things are worth waiting for. Do you struggle with God's timing? Think of Ecclesiastes 3:11, “He has made everything beautiful in its time. He has also set eternity in the human heart; yet no one can fathom what God has done from beginning to end.” Trust that God knows what He's doing and wait patiently for Him to act.

Proverbs 27:1According to the theory of aerodynamics the bumblebee cannot fly. However, the bee doesn't know that. The same can be true for us—who told you your best years have passed? Who said you're too young to achieve your dreams? Stay open to what the Lord has in store for you. You never know what's just around the corner!

Matthew 5:6Taking God seriously is not only having a sensitive heart towards Him. It's an inner craving to know Him more. Do you hunger and thirst after God?

2 Corinthians 5:7At times we all find the route God has chosen for us doesn't make a lot of sense. Especially when life takes a turn we don't expect. But as Chuck Swindoll says, “Welcome to God's World.”

Psalms 139:9-12Change isn't easy, but it can be an opportunity for personal growth. As you learn to bend and adapt to change you become flexible. And when you're flexible, you're open to what God has in store for you.

James 1:26Complaining never happens solo. When you complain, you not only discourage yourself but those around you. Listen to yourself today. Are you impacting those around you with complaints or with encouragement?

James 5:16Intimacy is rooted in honesty. Acknowledging wrongdoing is the first step towards recovering intimacy because you've been honest. Is there someone you need to make things right with?

Colossians 3:12I'm wrong. I'm sorry. Please forgive me. I love you. These 12 simple words can add a whole new dimension to your marriage. Humility is an attitude—of the heart and of the mind. It puts the other person first.

Psalms 97:9We live in a world where the line between right and wrong, truth and error is blurred. Add to that biblical illiteracy and an embrace of postmodernism and you have a culture based on secular thinking where self is exalted above all else.

1 John 2:16We live in a world that says there is neither right nor wrong, and only relative truth. To avoid being swept along by postmodernism you'll need the discernment and direction found in the Bible.

1 Corinthians 5:9-10Loving the world means getting caught up in the attitudes and values that characterize our world...things that can lead to addictions and destroy you spiritually, physically, and emotionally. But that doesn't mean you're supposed to live in isolation and live a plain, drab life.

1 John 4:7-8A cross around a neck, an “ichthus” fish on the back of a car, a well-crafted sermon. None of these is the mark of a Christian—it is love. Like the old song says, “They will know we are Christians by our love.” Honest, transparent love.

1 John 2:15-17You may be tempted to isolate yourself from the world but we're meant to live in it. People need to see the reality of Christ in you. The answer's not isolation, it's insulation.

1 John 1:5Darkness is just the absence of light. But isn't it amazing that no matter how dark darkness may get... it can never extinguish the light? God is light, and no amount of darkness can obliterate that light.

John 8:32Truth gives stability to your faith, strengthens you when you're tested, enables you to handle the Bible accurately, equips you to detect and confront error, allows you to live with confidence, and releases you from all fears and superstitions. Truth sets you free.

2 Corinthians 9:8If you want to have a great year, focus on these five things: contentment, trust in God, self-acceptance, forgiveness, and setting realistic goals.

Matthew 16:15-19Do you live life sensibly and carefully? Or are you someone who lives with great enjoyment, unafraid to take risks? It's never too late to live life to its fullest.

Ephesians 2:8Not nostalgia, not tradition, not trees. Grace is what continually draws us into celebrating Christmas, year after year. Giving is what makes Christmas great. It's a wonderful feeling to give a gift without expecting anything in return. This is a good way for us to understand God's grace—His gifts come with no strings attached.

Luke 1:26-33Nazareth isn't some holy hamlet. It's a rugged and dirty place, always has been. But it was there, in that lonely town, Mary was visited by the angel Gabriel and told she would bear the Messiah, the Saviour of the world.

John 14:6The dictionary defines “saviour” as one who saves from danger or destruction. Have you ever been saved?

Psalms 127:1Courtship is the time in a relationship to lay the foundation. It's the time you discuss children, finances, work, in-laws, faith, stress, goals... everything!

1 Peter 4:10The whole idea of Christmas revolves around the idea of a gift, appropriately enough. Giving and receiving gifts at Christmas is often a touching and sometimes surprising experience.

Luke 2:1-20Most of us have this idealistic idea about Christmas, but it will never be perfect. And you know what? The first Christmas wasn't perfect either. It was beyond messy. So why worry when things go wrong this year?

Psalms 103:19-21We are incurably curious about the spiritual realm. Although our imaginations tend to overrun truth don't ever doubt the presence of angels, for they are about us and above us. And, who knows, maybe even within one or two of us.

Hebrews 9:22Washing up for dinner is something we all learn as children. But in spiritual terms, there's a banquet you're invited to, which requires more than just soap and water—it takes blood.

Luke 16:1-15Chuck Swindoll didn't own his first car. He spent so much time polishing it the car actually owned him! So often we get caught up in appearances and forget to enjoy ourselves.

Colossians 3:13When you forgive someone, you free yourself. Forgiveness takes you out of the bondage of bitterness and you literally take out the trash that's preventing you from enjoying all the blessings that God has in store for you.

Luke 15:11-32A hero is someone who is admired for his achievements, noble qualities, and courage. This definition isn't limited to dads—even if you've never heard it, moms and dads, you are your children's heroes.

1 Thessalonians 5:14Want some great advice for building a happy home? These four two-word one-liners will help you keep your family first.

Romans 12:4-8What are your priorities? It takes work to cultivate a family and make a happy home, but the long-term rewards are worth every effort.

1 Samuel 18:3-4Being a friend means being available, especially in times of crisis. You give the greatest comfort by simply being there and listening. Your caring presence can help start the healing process in a troubled person's life.

1 Samuel 20:4A sheltering tree is a great description of a friend. We all need friends who will stand by us, in good times and bad. Going it alone is not how we're wired.

Exodus 24:7The Bible is not something we worship, but the words are important. They're to be preserved, guarded, accepted, and—most importantly—obeyed.

Revelation 2:10Eternity isn't something we like to think about, but each of us will certainly enter it one day. The question is...where will we spend it?

Luke 18:15-17Parents, teach your child of his significance regardless of looks, abilities, or intelligence. Every child is entitled to grow up confident and secure.

1 Samuel 17:4Goliath was an enormous man. Measuring nine feet nine inches tall, he was, and still is, an intimidating presence. However, Goliath didn't intimidate David. The only giant he saw was God—he knew God would help him. What about the giants in your life? How do you handle them? Straight on like David, or do you avoid them, in the hopes someone else will fight them?

1 Kings 2:3-4When everyone is busy following major world events, God is watching the hillside—looking for faithful followers to fulfil His purposes. When we're faithful to the demanding tasks of life, the daily grind of life, that's when God can use us.

Matthew 13:44-52Some subjects are so profound not only can we not comprehend it, but also it becomes mind-boggling. It's impossible for us to understand an existence beyond time and space. For us to comprehend the glories of heaven, God adjusts His truth to communicate with our simple, limited minds.

Revelation 20:7-10Satan's aim is to destroy God's creation. But his strength is limited and his days are numbered. He's the ultimate loser. And he's a defeated foe. Just read the book of Revelation.

2 Samuel 23:1-7Last words are often great words. They clarify, solidify, prioritize, and summarize. That's why they're meaningful.

Hebrews 13:8Erosion is slow, silent, and subtle. That's why compromise can so quickly lead to erosion—it isn't always bad, but when we compromise on God's Word erosion beings to take place. And that leads to destruction.

1 Samuel 10:9-12It's one thing to be apathetic towards people. We're often indifferent to politics and social justice—trusting others to take care and do what's right. As serious as apathy is, apathy towards God is even more critical. When we open our hearts to God He replaces apathy with passion... and that's when our lives are changed.

Psalms 46:1What is it about human nature that just has to disobey the signs? We see the words “Do Not Touch” and we have this unexplainable urge to do the opposite. Obedience is not something that comes naturally to us—that's human nature. The good news is God gives us the power to overcome our sinful inclinations.

Ecclesiastes 3:1Life isn't black and white—there's a lot of grey. There are times to compromise, and times to stand firm. Where we go wrong is when we compromise our theology to accommodate our lifestyle.

Genesis 1:27Do you give a person the freedom to be completely different from you? Or must we all sound, look, and respond alike?

1 Peter 2:15-17Many who've accepted Christ are still enslaved to their former lives—they haven't allowed Christ to release them from their old habits and destructive lifestyles. But He's waiting to unlock the chains and grant a life of freedom.