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Many Christians struggle to relate with non-Christians. We might ignore them or offend them, but Paul calls us to behave properly toward them (1 Thessalonians 4:9–12).Pastor Chuck Swindoll presents four specific actions from Paul's instructions to the Thessalonians about living among non-Christians.Understand that non-Christians are watching and listening, so determine to live wisely in sensitivity and grace toward others. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/82/29?v=20251111

Many Christians struggle to relate with non-Christians. We might ignore them or offend them, but Paul calls us to behave properly toward them (1 Thessalonians 4:9–12).Pastor Chuck Swindoll presents four specific actions from Paul's instructions to the Thessalonians about living among non-Christians.Understand that non-Christians are watching and listening, so determine to live wisely in sensitivity and grace toward others. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/82/29?v=20251111

Does the word holiness intimidate you? Have you ever wondered about the will of God? First Thessalonians 4:1–9 clarifies both questions.Join Pastor Chuck Swindoll in a look at God's will for our sexual lives. In a world bent on shouting a different message, listen to God's truth to find peace and purity.Press on toward holiness by following God's way. Experience the blessing that will follow! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/82/29?v=20251111

Does the word holiness intimidate you? Have you ever wondered about the will of God? First Thessalonians 4:1–9 clarifies both questions.Join Pastor Chuck Swindoll in a look at God's will for our sexual lives. In a world bent on shouting a different message, listen to God's truth to find peace and purity.Press on toward holiness by following God's way. Experience the blessing that will follow! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/82/29?v=20251111

Does the word holiness intimidate you? Have you ever wondered about the will of God? First Thessalonians 4:1–9 clarifies both questions.Join Pastor Chuck Swindoll in a look at God's will for our sexual lives. In a world bent on shouting a different message, listen to God's truth to find peace and purity.Press on toward holiness by following God's way. Experience the blessing that will follow! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/82/29?v=20251111

What do people want or need to confidently say, “I am really living!” The answer may surprise you.Hear Pastor Chuck Swindoll teach on the fulfilling life of faith from 1 Thessalonians 3:9–13.Paul lacked much materially, but he overflowed with joy, prayer, love, and holiness. Imitate Paul, as he looked to Christ, and find that you will grow in wisdom and depth too! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/82/29?v=20251111

What do people want or need to confidently say, “I am really living!” The answer may surprise you.Hear Pastor Chuck Swindoll teach on the fulfilling life of faith from 1 Thessalonians 3:9–13.Paul lacked much materially, but he overflowed with joy, prayer, love, and holiness. Imitate Paul, as he looked to Christ, and find that you will grow in wisdom and depth too! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/82/29?v=20251111

Suffering is inevitable in the life of a maturing Christian. When troubles come, we can either resist them or let them press us closer to Christ.Follow along as Pastor Chuck Swindoll looks at suffering in the life of Paul as well as in the lives of the Thessalonian church (1 Thessalonians 3:1–8).When your comfort zone gets squeezed, learn to see it as expected and essential. Resolve to see adversity as an opportunity to stay firmly committed to Jesus in your trials. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/82/29?v=20251111

Suffering is inevitable in the life of a maturing Christian. When troubles come, we can either resist them or let them press us closer to Christ.Follow along as Pastor Chuck Swindoll looks at suffering in the life of Paul as well as in the lives of the Thessalonian church (1 Thessalonians 3:1–8).When your comfort zone gets squeezed, learn to see it as expected and essential. Resolve to see adversity as an opportunity to stay firmly committed to Jesus in your trials. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/82/29?v=20251111

Paul's ministry to the Thessalonians exemplifies effective leadership and responsive following. These early Christians were marked by gratitude, contentment, and joy.Open your Bible to 1 Thessalonians 2:13–20 to learn from Pastor Chuck Swindoll about the qualities that make a supportive church member.Resolve to welcome the truth, accept your circumstances, and affirm others. You, too, will become a compelling encourager. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/82/29?v=20251111

Paul's ministry to the Thessalonians exemplifies effective leadership and responsive following. These early Christians were marked by gratitude, contentment, and joy.Open your Bible to 1 Thessalonians 2:13–20 to learn from Pastor Chuck Swindoll about the qualities that make a supportive church member.Resolve to welcome the truth, accept your circumstances, and affirm others. You, too, will become a compelling encourager. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/82/29?v=20251111

Do you want to influence others for Christ and lead others in a Christlike way?Impactful leaders have inner security, a commitment to excellence, and deliberate faith in God. They love to serve others, and they get along with people. But good leaders are hard to come by. Tune in today to hear Pastor Chuck Swindoll discuss leadership essentials found in 1 Thessalonians 2:1–12.Discover how you can grow as a leader and steward your life for God's glory! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/82/29?v=20251111

Do you want to influence others for Christ and lead others in a Christlike way?Impactful leaders have inner security, a commitment to excellence, and deliberate faith in God. They love to serve others, and they get along with people. But good leaders are hard to come by. Tune in today to hear Pastor Chuck Swindoll discuss leadership essentials found in 1 Thessalonians 2:1–12.Discover how you can grow as a leader and steward your life for God's glory! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/82/29?v=20251111

If you boil it down, a church with “the right stuff” believes the right message and behaves in the right manner. Its members live compelling lives, like the early church in Thessalonica.Take a look at 1 Thessalonians 1 with Pastor Chuck Swindoll. Learn from one of Paul's earliest epistles to a local church.Does your church have the right stuff? Find encouragement and insight for you and your church. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/82/29?v=20251111

If you boil it down, a church with “the right stuff” believes the right message and behaves in the right manner. Its members live compelling lives, like the early church in Thessalonica.Take a look at 1 Thessalonians 1 with Pastor Chuck Swindoll. Learn from one of Paul's earliest epistles to a local church.Does your church have the right stuff? Find encouragement and insight for you and your church. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/82/29?v=20251111

How quickly monuments erected in our own names and for our own glory come crashing down, taking us with them. The rise and fall of King Uzziah, recorded in 2 Chronicles 26, is a pertinent example of this tragedy.Tune in to hear Pastor Chuck Swindoll teach on pride, leadership, and God's glory.Learn the telltale signs of a ministry or a leader hoarding glory for themselves instead of giving it back to God. Determine to give God all the praise! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/82/29?v=20251111

How quickly monuments erected in our own names and for our own glory come crashing down, taking us with them. The rise and fall of King Uzziah, recorded in 2 Chronicles 26, is a pertinent example of this tragedy.Tune in to hear Pastor Chuck Swindoll teach on pride, leadership, and God's glory.Learn the telltale signs of a ministry or a leader hoarding glory for themselves instead of giving it back to God. Determine to give God all the praise! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/82/29?v=20251111

How quickly monuments erected in our own names and for our own glory come crashing down, taking us with them. The rise and fall of King Uzziah, recorded in 2 Chronicles 26, is a pertinent example of this tragedy.Tune in to hear Pastor Chuck Swindoll teach on pride, leadership, and God's glory.Learn the telltale signs of a ministry or a leader hoarding glory for themselves instead of giving it back to God. Determine to give God all the praise! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/82/29?v=20251111

Secret greed is a subtle, yet overpowering temptation. How easy it can be for our desires to get out of whack!Uncover with Pastor Chuck Swindoll how one deceitful act led to disastrous consequences (2 Kings 5).Watch Gehazi's secret greed unfold. Guard against discontentment, rationalization, and deception in your own life! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/82/29?v=20251111

Secret greed is a subtle, yet overpowering temptation. How easy it can be for our desires to get out of whack!Uncover with Pastor Chuck Swindoll how one deceitful act led to disastrous consequences (2 Kings 5).Watch Gehazi's secret greed unfold. Guard against discontentment, rationalization, and deception in your own life! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/82/29?v=20251111

What do a military officer, servant girl, deadly disease, and muddy water have in common?Tune in to hear Pastor Chuck Swindoll teach on the truth found in 2 Kings 5. Discover how Naaman's story reflects the spiritual journey many people go on as they turn to Jesus Christ.Reflect on the relief found only in your Savior. Look to Him and be cleansed. Eagerly share the good news with others! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/82/29?v=20251111

Have you ever felt insignificant, unwanted, or limited?Enter into the brief story of an obscure individual, whose account offers great hope. Discover with Pastor Chuck Swindoll the faith behind Jabez's prayer in 1 Chronicles 4.What large thing are you asking of God? Pray with faith like Jabez and trust in God's sovereign timing, plan, and purposes! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/82/29?v=20251111

Have you ever felt insignificant, unwanted, or limited?Enter into the brief story of an obscure individual, whose account offers great hope. Discover with Pastor Chuck Swindoll the faith behind Jabez's prayer in 1 Chronicles 4.What large thing are you asking of God? Pray with faith like Jabez and trust in God's sovereign timing, plan, and purposes! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/82/29?v=20251111

As Christians, our private life must match our public life, our words must match our promises, and our whole life must be integrated. No double standards or inconsistencies!In this message, Pastor Chuck Swindoll journeys through Rehoboam's life, revealing the dangerous effects of hypocrisy (1 Kings 12).Avoid any masks you might be tempted to wear. Strip away the veneers. Let God forge real character and strength in you. Live a genuine life with integrity! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/82/29?v=20251111

As Christians, our private life must match our public life, our words must match our promises, and our whole life must be integrated. No double standards or inconsistencies!In this message, Pastor Chuck Swindoll journeys through Rehoboam's life, revealing the dangerous effects of hypocrisy (1 Kings 12).Avoid any masks you might be tempted to wear. Strip away the veneers. Let God forge real character and strength in you. Live a genuine life with integrity! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/82/29?v=20251111

After David's unfaithfulness with Bathsheba, he suffered with troubles at “home” for the remainder of his life. The consequence for his sin began to whirl like a tornado.Journey through scenes of disintegration in David's family life. And discover with Pastor Chuck Swindoll four ways to cope with consequences from sinful choices (2 Samuel 12).Honestly admit your sin and struggles to God and others. Face the consequences of your sin with courage. Don't take lightly the grace of God! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/82/29?v=20251111

After David's unfaithfulness with Bathsheba, he suffered with troubles at “home” for the remainder of his life. The consequence for his sin began to whirl like a tornado.Journey through scenes of disintegration in David's family life. And discover with Pastor Chuck Swindoll four ways to cope with consequences from sinful choices (2 Samuel 12).Honestly admit your sin and struggles to God and others. Face the consequences of your sin with courage. Don't take lightly the grace of God! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/82/29?v=20251111

After David's unfaithfulness with Bathsheba, he suffered with troubles at “home” for the remainder of his life. The consequence for his sin began to whirl like a tornado.Journey through scenes of disintegration in David's family life. And discover with Pastor Chuck Swindoll four ways to cope with consequences from sinful choices (2 Samuel 12).Honestly admit your sin and struggles to God and others. Face the consequences of your sin with courage. Don't take lightly the grace of God! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/82/29?v=20251111

A godly wife, a foolish husband, and a rash soldier overlap in a fascinating story found in 1 Samuel 25.Follow along as Pastor Chuck Swindoll explores the story of Abigail and Nabal as they meet the future king, David. Which character or part of the passage will resonate with you?Resolve to act with wisdom and discernment every day. See other's needs and determine to meet them with sensitivity and grace. Then trust God's perfect timing! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/82/29?v=20251111

A godly wife, a foolish husband, and a rash soldier overlap in a fascinating story found in 1 Samuel 25.Follow along as Pastor Chuck Swindoll explores the story of Abigail and Nabal as they meet the future king, David. Which character or part of the passage will resonate with you?Resolve to act with wisdom and discernment every day. See other's needs and determine to meet them with sensitivity and grace. Then trust God's perfect timing! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/82/29?v=20251111

The Bible includes many examples of leaders who started strong but ended weak.Journey through scenes from the life of Saul—the king who refused to bow (1 Samuel 13–15). Tune in to hear Pastor Chuck Swindoll teach about a leader who took others too seriously while not taking God seriously enough.Find four reminders for all who walk with God. Take Him seriously! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/82/29?v=20251111

The Bible includes many examples of leaders who started strong but ended weak.Journey through scenes from the life of Saul—the king who refused to bow (1 Samuel 13–15). Tune in to hear Pastor Chuck Swindoll teach about a leader who took others too seriously while not taking God seriously enough.Find four reminders for all who walk with God. Take Him seriously! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/82/29?v=20251111

The Bible includes many examples of leaders who started strong but ended weak.Journey through scenes from the life of Saul—the king who refused to bow (1 Samuel 13–15). Tune in to hear Pastor Chuck Swindoll teach about a leader who took others too seriously while not taking God seriously enough.Find four reminders for all who walk with God. Take Him seriously! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/82/29?v=20251111

God gave one of the most severe warnings, recorded in Scripture, to a child.Witness with Pastor Chuck Swindoll the disintegration of a family, God's warning, and their responses. Learn the four signs of domestic disintegration from the life of Eli and his sons in 1 Samuel 3.Evaluate your own family life. In what areas could you grow? Commit to obedience to God and thoughtfulness with your family! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/82/29?v=20251111

God gave one of the most severe warnings, recorded in Scripture, to a child.Witness with Pastor Chuck Swindoll the disintegration of a family, God's warning, and their responses. Learn the four signs of domestic disintegration from the life of Eli and his sons in 1 Samuel 3.Evaluate your own family life. In what areas could you grow? Commit to obedience to God and thoughtfulness with your family! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/82/29?v=20251111

The volatility and pressure of hidden sin breaks the human heart.Journey with Pastor Chuck Swindoll through the victory and defeat of the Israelites in Joshua 7. Learn the consequences of hidden “sin in the camp.”Sin grieves God's heart. Deal with your sin swiftly and thoroughly. Lead like Joshua with courage, faith, and a desire to obey God! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/82/29?v=20251111

The volatility and pressure of hidden sin breaks the human heart.Journey with Pastor Chuck Swindoll through the victory and defeat of the Israelites in Joshua 7. Learn the consequences of hidden “sin in the camp.”Sin grieves God's heart. Deal with your sin swiftly and thoroughly. Lead like Joshua with courage, faith, and a desire to obey God! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/82/29?v=20251111

In Genesis 25–28, we find the story of twin brothers, Jacob and Esau. Their “war” with one another grows because of parental favoritism and leads to lifelong consequences for many.Explore with Pastor Chuck Swindoll three lingering lessons from Esau's life. As you study his story, you'll uncover truths about instant gratification, family dynamics, and more.Reject favoritism in your family. Invest in your children and reap the benefits! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/82/29?v=20251111

In Genesis 25–28, we find the story of twin brothers, Jacob and Esau. Their “war” with one another grows because of parental favoritism and leads to lifelong consequences for many.Explore with Pastor Chuck Swindoll three lingering lessons from Esau's life. As you study his story, you'll uncover truths about instant gratification, family dynamics, and more.Reject favoritism in your family. Invest in your children and reap the benefits! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/82/29?v=20251111

A new year stretches ahead of you—twelve months of fresh possibilities! What does Jesus consider essential for you this year?Listen as Pastor Chuck Swindoll lays out Jesus' three “musts” for every disciple from Luke 9:22–25. Deny yourself—desire only God's will. Take up your cross—be ready to suffer for His sake. Follow Jesus—do whatever He commands.Jesus said, “If you give up your life for my sake, you will save it” (Luke 9:24). Make Jesus' “musts” your mottos, and you'll discover what real living is all about. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/82/29?v=20251111

At the crossroads of the New Year, follow the steps we teach our children when they come to an intersection. Stop. How has God been moving in your life?Look. What new direction might He be leading you? Listen. What changes is God asking you to make?Hear Pastor Chuck Swindoll as he draws wisdom from Scripture regarding your thoughts, your treasure, your time, and your touch. God has great plans for you in these four areas.How will you invest your life this year? It's your move. Make this year count! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/82/29?v=20251111

At the crossroads of the New Year, follow the steps we teach our children when they come to an intersection. Stop. How has God been moving in your life?Look. What new direction might He be leading you? Listen. What changes is God asking you to make?Hear Pastor Chuck Swindoll as he draws wisdom from Scripture regarding your thoughts, your treasure, your time, and your touch. God has great plans for you in these four areas.How will you invest your life this year? It's your move. Make this year count! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/82/29?v=20251111

At the crossroads of the New Year, follow the steps we teach our children when they come to an intersection. Stop. How has God been moving in your life?Look. What new direction might He be leading you? Listen. What changes is God asking you to make?Hear Pastor Chuck Swindoll as he draws wisdom from Scripture regarding your thoughts, your treasure, your time, and your touch. God has great plans for you in these four areas.How will you invest your life this year? It's your move. Make this year count! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/82/29?v=20251111

Every New Year, many of us hang a new calendar on the wall. On this blank calendar, we make our plans and write down what we think might happen. No one, however, really knows what the future holds.One future event is certain: Christ's return. Listen as Pastor Chuck Swindoll opens God's calendar of the future. In 1 Thessalonians 4:13–18, God unveils details about the resurrection, the rapture, and our reunion with loved ones who have died.We don't know when Christ will come back, but we know He will. What a day that will be! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/82/29?v=20251111

Every New Year, many of us hang a new calendar on the wall. On this blank calendar, we make our plans and write down what we think might happen. No one, however, really knows what the future holds.One future event is certain: Christ's return. Listen as Pastor Chuck Swindoll opens God's calendar of the future. In 1 Thessalonians 4:13–18, God unveils details about the resurrection, the rapture, and our reunion with loved ones who have died.We don't know when Christ will come back, but we know He will. What a day that will be! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/82/29?v=20251111

Every New Year, many of us hang a new calendar on the wall. On this blank calendar, we make our plans and write down what we think might happen. No one, however, really knows what the future holds.One future event is certain: Christ's return. Listen as Pastor Chuck Swindoll opens God's calendar of the future. In 1 Thessalonians 4:13–18, God unveils details about the resurrection, the rapture, and our reunion with loved ones who have died.We don't know when Christ will come back, but we know He will. What a day that will be! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/82/29?v=20251111

John 3:16 is the most familiar verse in the Bible. Many of us can recite it from memory. For millions of people, its powerful truth marked the beginning of their journey with Christ.Listen as Pastor Chuck Swindoll recounts how this verse spoke to him as a child. God loves the world—He loves you! His love is for everyone, and His call to believe in Jesus is open to all.Accept God's invitation to believe in His Son and receive His promise of eternal life. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/82/29?v=20251111

John 3:16 is the most familiar verse in the Bible. Many of us can recite it from memory. For millions of people, its powerful truth marked the beginning of their journey with Christ.Listen as Pastor Chuck Swindoll recounts how this verse spoke to him as a child. God loves the world—He loves you! His love is for everyone, and His call to believe in Jesus is open to all.Accept God's invitation to believe in His Son and receive His promise of eternal life. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/82/29?v=20251111

John 3:16 is the most familiar verse in the Bible. Many of us can recite it from memory. For millions of people, its powerful truth marked the beginning of their journey with Christ.Listen as Pastor Chuck Swindoll recounts how this verse spoke to him as a child. God loves the world—He loves you! His love is for everyone, and His call to believe in Jesus is open to all.Accept God's invitation to believe in His Son and receive His promise of eternal life. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/82/29?v=20251111

God's hand has been on you since before you were born. As David declared in Psalm 139, God made you, He is with you, and He knows you completely and intimately.Follow Pastor Chuck Swindoll as he leads you through this marvelous Psalm and discover the reassurance that, no matter where you go, God is there. You can “never get away from [His] presence!” (Psalm 139:7).Take heart and be encouraged! Nothing can separate you from your heavenly Father who loves you and has a plan for your life. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/82/29?v=20251111

God's hand has been on you since before you were born. As David declared in Psalm 139, God made you, He is with you, and He knows you completely and intimately.Follow Pastor Chuck Swindoll as he leads you through this marvelous Psalm and discover the reassurance that, no matter where you go, God is there. You can “never get away from [His] presence!” (Psalm 139:7).Take heart and be encouraged! Nothing can separate you from your heavenly Father who loves you and has a plan for your life. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/82/29?v=20251111