Insight for Living is the Bible-teaching ministry of author and pastor Charles R. Swindoll. Insight for Living is committed to excellence in communicating biblical truth and its application. Para conocer acerca del ministerio en espaol de Insight for Living, visite https://www.elsitiocristiano.com/ministries/vision-para-vivir/ To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/82

In Romans 13, Paul addresses the importance of abiding by the law as obedient citizens. Or in other words, a good Christian is a good citizen.In this message, Pastor Chuck Swindoll teaches the role of government in God's plan and explores subjects such as paying taxes, capital punishment, and when civil disobedience might be appropriate.Obey God by respecting those in authority. Honor elected officials. Live in the land as a good citizen. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/82/29

In Romans 13, Paul addresses the importance of abiding by the law as obedient citizens. Or in other words, a good Christian is a good citizen.In this message, Pastor Chuck Swindoll teaches the role of government in God's plan and explores subjects such as paying taxes, capital punishment, and when civil disobedience might be appropriate.Obey God by respecting those in authority. Honor elected officials. Live in the land as a good citizen. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/82/29

Quietly trusting God to deal with an enemy proves a difficult task. It's tempting to take matters into our own hands, but living with a renewed mind means loving those who hurt us, just like Christ did.Learn from Romans 12 three principles for responding to wrong. Consider, with Pastor Chuck Swindoll, how to do things God's way rather than your own way.As you fight the impulse toward hatred and revenge, you will become the person God longs for you to be! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/82/29

Quietly trusting God to deal with an enemy proves a difficult task. It's tempting to take matters into our own hands, but living with a renewed mind means loving those who hurt us, just like Christ did.Learn from Romans 12 three principles for responding to wrong. Consider, with Pastor Chuck Swindoll, how to do things God's way rather than your own way.As you fight the impulse toward hatred and revenge, you will become the person God longs for you to be! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/82/29

Modeling a life well lived leaves one of the greatest legacies. In the final verses of Romans 12, Paul provides a "checklist" for pursuing Christlikeness and letting love take center stage.Learn with Pastor Chuck Swindoll the characteristics of love in action—what real love looks like using Christ as our example and guide.Let love define your life. Remember what truly lasts! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/82/29

Modeling a life well lived leaves one of the greatest legacies. In the final verses of Romans 12, Paul provides a "checklist" for pursuing Christlikeness and letting love take center stage.Learn with Pastor Chuck Swindoll the characteristics of love in action—what real love looks like using Christ as our example and guide.Let love define your life. Remember what truly lasts! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/82/29

What are the signs of a renewed mind?Pastor Chuck Swindoll teaches Christians how to think correctly about themselves, other believers, and spiritual gifts (Romans 12:3–8).Allow the Spirit of God to break through longstanding fortresses in your mind. Take every thought captive in obedience to Christ. Reap the benefits of a renewed mind! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/82/29

What are the signs of a renewed mind?Pastor Chuck Swindoll teaches Christians how to think correctly about themselves, other believers, and spiritual gifts (Romans 12:3–8).Allow the Spirit of God to break through longstanding fortresses in your mind. Take every thought captive in obedience to Christ. Reap the benefits of a renewed mind! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/82/29

Every moment of every day is a window of opportunity to worship God.In this message on Romans 12:1–2, Pastor Chuck Swindoll urges believers to follow Paul's command to offer themselves as living sacrifices to God. What does that mean? How can we find meaning and purpose through obedience to God's will? Let's find out!Consecrate your life to God. Determine to think biblically and act accordingly. Allow God to transform your mind and heart as you follow His commands. You won't ever be the same! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/82/29

Every moment of every day is a window of opportunity to worship God.In this message on Romans 12:1–2, Pastor Chuck Swindoll urges believers to follow Paul's command to offer themselves as living sacrifices to God. What does that mean? How can we find meaning and purpose through obedience to God's will? Let's find out!Consecrate your life to God. Determine to think biblically and act accordingly. Allow God to transform your mind and heart as you follow His commands. You won't ever be the same! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/82/29

Paul finished the first section of Romans with a doxology focused on the greatness of God. He declared: God's mercy is unsearchable, His mind unfathomable, and His majesty unmatched.Pastor Chuck Swindoll teaches from Paul's doxology in Romans 11:30–36.Marvel at God's majesty. Better grasp His greatness and matchless grace! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/82/29

Paul finished the first section of Romans with a doxology focused on the greatness of God. He declared: God's mercy is unsearchable, His mind unfathomable, and His majesty unmatched.Pastor Chuck Swindoll teaches from Paul's doxology in Romans 11:30–36.Marvel at God's majesty. Better grasp His greatness and matchless grace! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/82/29

The descendants of Abraham are God's chosen people, but when they rejected Jesus as their messiah, God set them aside and allowed others to form the church. How do we know God has not set aside His people, the nation of Israel, forever?Join Pastor Chuck Swindoll as he answers this question with four evidences from Romans 11.God still has a plan for the Jews. He keeps His promises. He hasn't cast you off either. Trust in His inscrutable plan. Knowledge of the Lord and unending peace will cover the earth! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/82/29

The descendants of Abraham are God's chosen people, but when they rejected Jesus as their messiah, God set them aside and allowed others to form the church. How do we know God has not set aside His people, the nation of Israel, forever?Join Pastor Chuck Swindoll as he answers this question with four evidences from Romans 11.God still has a plan for the Jews. He keeps His promises. He hasn't cast you off either. Trust in His inscrutable plan. Knowledge of the Lord and unending peace will cover the earth! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/82/29

While Romans 9 focuses on the sovereignty of God, Romans 10 emphasizes our freedom to accept or reject God's offer.Tune in to hear Pastor Chuck Swindoll discuss the need for faith and our responsibility to share the gospel with others.Because it is offered to all, people are responsible to respond. If you believe, share it with others and pray. If you don't believe, respond to the truth. Leave the rest up to God! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/82/29

While Romans 9 focuses on the sovereignty of God, Romans 10 emphasizes our freedom to accept or reject God's offer.Tune in to hear Pastor Chuck Swindoll discuss the need for faith and our responsibility to share the gospel with others.Because it is offered to all, people are responsible to respond. If you believe, share it with others and pray. If you don't believe, respond to the truth. Leave the rest up to God! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/82/29

Although sometimes challenging to understand, sound theology remains vital for navigating the Christian life. It's like true north on a compass, showing us the right direction and helping us correct our heading when we drift off course.Examine Romans 9 with Pastor Chuck Swindoll to understand four great truths on predestination. Reflect on God's sovereign choice and irresistible grace.Discover how predestination points to the perfect character of God and His consistent plan. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/82/29

Although sometimes challenging to understand, sound theology remains vital for navigating the Christian life. It's like true north on a compass, showing us the right direction and helping us correct our heading when we drift off course.Examine Romans 9 with Pastor Chuck Swindoll to understand four great truths on predestination. Reflect on God's sovereign choice and irresistible grace.Discover how predestination points to the perfect character of God and His consistent plan. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/82/29

In Romans 9–11, Paul addresses the questions his Jewish audience would've been asking. While at times difficult to understand, these chapters point to the sovereignty, justice, and faithfulness of God.Pastor Chuck Swindoll explains how God has not ignored His chosen people nor forgotten His promises. Uncover the relevance of these truths in your life today! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/82/29

In Romans 9–11, Paul addresses the questions his Jewish audience would've been asking. While at times difficult to understand, these chapters point to the sovereignty, justice, and faithfulness of God.Pastor Chuck Swindoll explains how God has not ignored His chosen people nor forgotten His promises. Uncover the relevance of these truths in your life today! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/82/29

No matter what tribulations or tragedies come, Christians are victorious over them. How? Because God is for us.In this message, Pastor Chuck Swindoll teaches on the great truths found in Romans 8:31–39. Discover the magnificence of a God who is for you and with you always.Believe that you are more than a conqueror over any of your circumstances. Stand convinced that nothing can come between God's love for you! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/82/29

No matter what tribulations or tragedies come, Christians are victorious over them. How? Because God is for us.In this message, Pastor Chuck Swindoll teaches on the great truths found in Romans 8:31–39. Discover the magnificence of a God who is for you and with you always.Believe that you are more than a conqueror over any of your circumstances. Stand convinced that nothing can come between God's love for you! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/82/29

God knows the struggles you face. In fact, they are part of His good plan.Examine with Pastor Chuck Swindoll the providence of God. Discover how God's sovereign hand guides all things for His good purposes and glory.Better understand this reassuring truth that "God causes everything to work together for the good of those who love" Him (Romans 8:28). Trust Him with whatever hard circumstances you encounter! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/82/29

Paul desires for all Christians to experience God's leading and fearless intimacy with Him every day. While not always easy, choosing obedience and Spirit-led living brings blessing.Tune in to hear Pastor Chuck Swindoll teach how a Spirit-controlled mind-set leads to abundant life (Romans 8). Examine the changes that occur when the Holy Spirit is in control of your life.Give God full control. Prioritize obedience and let Him sanctify you. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/82/29

According to the apostle Paul, "Letting your sinful nature control your mind leads to death. But letting the Spirit control your mind leads to life and peace" (Romans 8:6).In this message, Pastor Chuck Swindoll compares a life of walking by the flesh versus walking by the Spirit. By surrendering control to the Holy Spirit, believers can live free from sin and the influence of their fleshly desires.Learn the great truths of Romans 8 that will comfort you and encourage you to walk in step with the Spirit at all times. Choose life and peace today! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/82/29

According to the apostle Paul, "Letting your sinful nature control your mind leads to death. But letting the Spirit control your mind leads to life and peace" (Romans 8:6).In this message, Pastor Chuck Swindoll compares a life of walking by the flesh versus walking by the Spirit. By surrendering control to the Holy Spirit, believers can live free from sin and the influence of their fleshly desires.Learn the great truths of Romans 8 that will comfort you and encourage you to walk in step with the Spirit at all times. Choose life and peace today! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/82/29

Journey into the refreshment of Romans 8 with Pastor Chuck Swindoll. After learning about sin, the law, and the wretchedness of humankind, this chapter comes like a breath of clean, cool mountain air.If you feel condemned or hopeless, then tune in to this encouraging message. Explore your security in Christ and the Spirit's empowerment in your life. Experience the freedom that comes from surrendering to God and walking with His Spirit! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/82/29

Journey into the refreshment of Romans 8 with Pastor Chuck Swindoll. After learning about sin, the law, and the wretchedness of humankind, this chapter comes like a breath of clean, cool mountain air.If you feel condemned or hopeless, then tune in to this encouraging message. Explore your security in Christ and the Spirit's empowerment in your life. Experience the freedom that comes from surrendering to God and walking with His Spirit! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/82/29

It's impossible to ignore our sin. Our flesh continually battles the new nature given to us in Christ. While our internal struggle can feel discouraging, there is hope for victory through Jesus Christ our Lord.Further explore sin and the law from Romans 7 with Pastor Chuck Swindoll. Discover why Christians still battle sin after trusting in Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior.Learn the truth you need to accept. Embrace the realistic portrait of a struggling Christian. Pursue new life in Christ, even as you fight against sin and your flesh. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/82/29

It's impossible to ignore our sin. Our flesh continually battles the new nature given to us in Christ. While our internal struggle can feel discouraging, there is hope for victory through Jesus Christ our Lord.Further explore sin and the law from Romans 7 with Pastor Chuck Swindoll. Discover why Christians still battle sin after trusting in Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior.Learn the truth you need to accept. Embrace the realistic portrait of a struggling Christian. Pursue new life in Christ, even as you fight against sin and your flesh. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/82/29

Believers have been freed from the power and control of sin. They have a new master named Jesus and the joy of fellowship with God today—an eternal kind of life, now.Tune in to hear Pastor Chuck Swindoll teach on sin, grace, and sanctification from Romans 6.Whose slave are you? Enjoy the abundant life offered in Christ today! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/82/29

Believers have been freed from the power and control of sin. They have a new master named Jesus and the joy of fellowship with God today—an eternal kind of life, now.Tune in to hear Pastor Chuck Swindoll teach on sin, grace, and sanctification from Romans 6.Whose slave are you? Enjoy the abundant life offered in Christ today! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/82/29

So often Christians resign themselves to living as slaves of sin. They don't realize the Great Emancipator, Jesus, has liberated them to live free from sin and under grace.Join Pastor Chuck Swindoll in a message on Romans 6. Embrace your freedom in Christ. Refuse to yield to sin and, instead, offer yourself to God as an instrument for righteousness.You are free! Live by that truth. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/82/29

So often Christians resign themselves to living as slaves of sin. They don't realize the Great Emancipator, Jesus, has liberated them to live free from sin and under grace.Join Pastor Chuck Swindoll in a message on Romans 6. Embrace your freedom in Christ. Refuse to yield to sin and, instead, offer yourself to God as an instrument for righteousness.You are free! Live by that truth. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/82/29

Since the fall of Adam and Eve in the garden, "King Sin" and "Queen Death" have mercilessly ruled over humans. Adam left us in death, but Christ conquered death. He offers us life through the gift of His righteousness.Discover with Pastor Chuck Swindoll more about the entrance of sin and death that spread to all humanity. Compare Adam and Christ to better understand sin, death, the law, and grace (Romans 5).Take heart—grace abounds. Grace reigns! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/82/29

Since the fall of Adam and Eve in the garden, "King Sin" and "Queen Death" have mercilessly ruled over humans. Adam left us in death, but Christ conquered death. He offers us life through the gift of His righteousness.Discover with Pastor Chuck Swindoll more about the entrance of sin and death that spread to all humanity. Compare Adam and Christ to better understand sin, death, the law, and grace (Romans 5).Take heart—grace abounds. Grace reigns! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/82/29

The more time we spend with God the more we become intimately acquainted with Him. The Christian life keeps getting better and better as we learn to dwell in God's "country" of grace.In this message on Romans 5, Pastor Chuck Swindoll discusses how a Christian's life should be marked by triumphant joy. Rejoicing allows you to live above your circumstances.Enjoy the benefits of salvation—peace with God, grace, and joy. Discover how to rejoice in hope, in suffering, and in God! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/82/29

The more time we spend with God the more we become intimately acquainted with Him. The Christian life keeps getting better and better as we learn to dwell in God's "country" of grace.In this message on Romans 5, Pastor Chuck Swindoll discusses how a Christian's life should be marked by triumphant joy. Rejoicing allows you to live above your circumstances.Enjoy the benefits of salvation—peace with God, grace, and joy. Discover how to rejoice in hope, in suffering, and in God! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/82/29

Romans 4:20 says, "Abraham never wavered in believing God's promise. In fact, his faith grew stronger, and in this he brought glory to God." He was fully convinced of God's faithfulness, that God would do what He said.Dig deeply into Abraham's story with Pastor Chuck Swindoll. Discover how faith is based on knowledge and strengthened in waiting.Trust in the promises of God! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/82/29

Romans 4:20 says, "Abraham never wavered in believing God's promise. In fact, his faith grew stronger, and in this he brought glory to God." He was fully convinced of God's faithfulness, that God would do what He said.Dig deeply into Abraham's story with Pastor Chuck Swindoll. Discover how faith is based on knowledge and strengthened in waiting.Trust in the promises of God! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/82/29

Even though we have sinned and will keep on sinning, God has declared us as righteous. How? We are justified by faith in Christ.Learn with Pastor Chuck Swindoll how Abraham's and David's lives demonstrate that justification comes by faith apart from works and the law (Romans 4:1–13).Take hold of grace and thank God for His righteousness gifted to you by faith in Christ! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/82/29

Even though we have sinned and will keep on sinning, God has declared us as righteous. How? We are justified by faith in Christ.Learn with Pastor Chuck Swindoll how Abraham's and David's lives demonstrate that justification comes by faith apart from works and the law (Romans 4:1–13).Take hold of grace and thank God for His righteousness gifted to you by faith in Christ! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/82/29

The gift of grace through Jesus Christ is the ultimate display of love.Pastor Chuck Swindoll unpacks Paul's teaching on the gospel in Romans 3:21–31. Tune in to learn about God's gift of grace and how He transfers Christ's righteousness to our spiritual account.Marvel at the wonderfully good news of the gospel. Respond with faith! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/82/29

The gift of grace through Jesus Christ is the ultimate display of love.Pastor Chuck Swindoll unpacks Paul's teaching on the gospel in Romans 3:21–31. Tune in to learn about God's gift of grace and how He transfers Christ's righteousness to our spiritual account.Marvel at the wonderfully good news of the gospel. Respond with faith! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/82/29

Like an attorney in a courtroom, Paul responded to objections from religious Jews and presented his case against humanity. He proved the pervasiveness of sin with logic and the Old Testament Scriptures.Join Pastor Chuck Swindoll in a look at Romans 3. Examine our lifeless condition without Christ and assess the situation for yourself.There is only one hope for a dead person, only one solution for sin: Jesus Christ! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/82/29

Like an attorney in a courtroom, Paul responded to objections from religious Jews and presented his case against humanity. He proved the pervasiveness of sin with logic and the Old Testament Scriptures.Join Pastor Chuck Swindoll in a look at Romans 3. Examine our lifeless condition without Christ and assess the situation for yourself.There is only one hope for a dead person, only one solution for sin: Jesus Christ! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/82/29

The Christian life is about cultivating your relationship with Christ, not running on a religious treadmill.Pastor Chuck Swindoll discusses how "religion" is a counterfeit for genuine spiritual growth. He unpacks the traditions and works that the Jews relied on instead of faith in the Messiah (Romans 2).Instead of trusting in your good works or religious activities, seek Christ and trust Him. Don't add to what Christ has already accomplished. Cling to the cross! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/82/29

The Christian life is about cultivating your relationship with Christ, not running on a religious treadmill.Pastor Chuck Swindoll discusses how "religion" is a counterfeit for genuine spiritual growth. He unpacks the traditions and works that the Jews relied on instead of faith in the Messiah (Romans 2).Instead of trusting in your good works or religious activities, seek Christ and trust Him. Don't add to what Christ has already accomplished. Cling to the cross! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/82/29

We're all stuck in a spiritual jail with no way out. Our depravity makes us all guilty and without excuse before God.Romans 2 focuses on the righteous judgment of God. Pastor Chuck Swindoll teaches that God alone knows the hearts of all people. He is the righteous judge, not us.Acknowledge your need for a Savior. Stand before Him in humility. Instead of judging others, lean on the grace of God! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/82/29

We're all stuck in a spiritual jail with no way out. Our depravity makes us all guilty and without excuse before God.Romans 2 focuses on the righteous judgment of God. Pastor Chuck Swindoll teaches that God alone knows the hearts of all people. He is the righteous judge, not us.Acknowledge your need for a Savior. Stand before Him in humility. Instead of judging others, lean on the grace of God! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/82/29

Take a hard look at God's wrath and humanity's wrong.Suppressing the truth incites the wrath of God, but embracing the truth invites the righteousness of God. Tune in to hear Pastor Chuck Swindoll teach on the idolatry, immorality, and iniquity of the early church as seen in Romans 1.Reflect on your own sin and struggles. Then turn to Christ in confidence of His grace! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/82/29