Living on the Edge with Chip Ingram Daily Podcast

How do you feel when you've tried everything you know, and your attempts to show love to your spouse just don't seem to be making any difference at all? Or maybe you're on the flip-side and you're waiting for the day when your spouse finally does something that makes you feel like they really care. In this program, Chip talks about how to love in a way that actually connects.How do you keep love alive?Ephesians 5:25-33Very rarely, do we take how Jesus loves the Church and use that as our model for how we are to love one another in marriage.Your marriage is not just about your PERSONAL fulfillment. -John 13:1-17, 33-35Other than the Church of Jesus Christ, your relationship with your mate is the single most powerful testimony of the reality of God.Principles:Love is not a FEELING.Love is SERVING. -Philippians 2:3-4Love must be RECEIVED.Love is UNCONDITIONAL.Practical Implications:Love is a CHOICE.Love MEETS the NEEDS of the one loved.Love requires extreme HUMILITY and SECURITY.Learn the five languages of loveWords of affirmationQuality timeReceiving giftsActs of servicePhysical touchTwo clues as to what your love language is:What bothers you the most?What do you ask for the most?Broadcast ResourceDownload MP3Message NotesAdditional Resource MentionsI Choose Love BookConnect888-333-6003WebsiteChip Ingram AppInstagramFacebookTwitterPartner With UsDonate Online888-333-6003

In this program, Chip shares four biblical principles that set the tone and establish the foundation for the rest of these programs. He starts with a very concrete look at what love is - and what love is not.How do you keep love alive?Ephesians 5:25-33Very rarely, do we take how Jesus loves the Church and use that as our model for how we are to love one another in marriage.Your marriage is not just about your PERSONAL fulfillment. -John 13:1-17, 33-35Other than the Church of Jesus Christ, your relationship with your mate is the single most powerful testimony of the reality of God.Principles:Love is not a FEELING.Love is SERVING. -Philippians 2:3-4Love must be RECEIVED.Love is UNCONDITIONAL.Practical Implications:Love is a CHOICE.Love MEETS the NEEDS of the one loved.Love requires extreme HUMILITY and SECURITY.Learn the five languages of loveWords of affirmationQuality timeReceiving giftsActs of servicePhysical touchTwo clues as to what your love language is:What bothers you the most?What do you ask for the most?Broadcast ResourceDownload MP3Message NotesAdditional Resource MentionsI Choose Love BookConnect888-333-6003WebsiteChip Ingram AppInstagramFacebookTwitterPartner With UsDonate Online888-333-6003

Did you know there's a single word that sums up the whole of a happy marriage? It's the key to everything you've ever wanted in a secure, satisfying marriage relationship. In this message, Chip shares the missing link to most failing marriages and why it's central to enjoying the marriage you've always hoped for. If you have a good marriage, what Chip shares will help you build on that success and deepen the love you're already experiencing.How do you keep love alive?Ephesians 5:25-33Very rarely, do we take how Jesus loves the Church and use that as our model for how we are to love one another in marriage.Your marriage is not just about your PERSONAL fulfillment. -John 13:1-17, 33-35Other than the Church of Jesus Christ, your relationship with your mate is the single most powerful testimony of the reality of God.Principles:Love is not a FEELING.Love is SERVING. -Philippians 2:3-4Love must be RECEIVED.Love is UNCONDITIONAL.Practical Implications:Love is a CHOICE.Love MEETS the NEEDS of the one loved.Love requires extreme HUMILITY and SECURITY.Learn the five languages of loveWords of affirmationQuality timeReceiving giftsActs of servicePhysical touchTwo clues as to what your love language is:What bothers you the most?What do you ask for the most?Broadcast ResourceDownload MP3Message NotesAdditional Resource MentionsI Choose Love BookConnect888-333-6003WebsiteChip Ingram AppInstagramFacebookTwitterPartner With UsDonate Online888-333-6003

Throughout history, whenever society falls into greater immorality and the tides of violence and hatred rise, God responds in remarkable ways. Chip wraps up his study in Philippians chapter 2 in this program with this astonishing revelation. Join us to learn about the life-changing work God is doing worldwide, and the passionate men and women He is looking for to join Him in His work.God is always shopping… What is He looking for?Ezekiel 22:30-312 Chronicles 16:9Question: Why does God use some people and not others?The answer: Philippians 2:19-30Paul CARES! -Philippians 2:19Timothy CARES! -Philippians 2:20-24Epaphroditus CARES! -Philippians 2:25-30Summary: Timothy and Epaphroditus exemplify the kind of person God uses to fulfill His purposes on Earth.4 things God is looking for:Do you have a SERVANT'S heart?Are you WILLING and AVAILABLE?Are you FAITHFUL in the assignments God gives you?Are you LOYAL and TEACHABLE?Broadcast ResourceDownload MP3Message NotesAdditional Resource MentionsI Choose Love BookConnect888-333-6003WebsiteChip Ingram AppInstagramFacebookTwitterPartner With UsDonate Online888-333-6003

Throughout history, whenever society falls into greater immorality and the tides of violence and hatred rise, God responds in remarkable ways. Chip wraps up his study in Philippians chapter 2 in this program with this astonishing revelation. Join us to learn about the life-changing work God is doing worldwide, and the passionate men and women He is looking for to join Him in His work.God is always shopping… What is He looking for?Ezekiel 22:30-312 Chronicles 16:9Question: Why does God use some people and not others?The answer: Philippians 2:19-30Paul CARES! -Philippians 2:19Timothy CARES! -Philippians 2:20-24Epaphroditus CARES! -Philippians 2:25-30Summary: Timothy and Epaphroditus exemplify the kind of person God uses to fulfill His purposes on Earth.4 things God is looking for:Do you have a SERVANT'S heart?Are you WILLING and AVAILABLE?Are you FAITHFUL in the assignments God gives you?Are you LOYAL and TEACHABLE?Broadcast ResourceDownload MP3Message NotesAdditional Resource MentionsI Choose Love BookConnect888-333-6003WebsiteChip Ingram AppInstagramFacebookTwitterPartner With UsDonate Online888-333-6003

There's a huge tension between God's sovereignty and our free will. Join Chip as he wrestles with this tension and finds answers in Philippians, Chapter 2, to the question: How do we "work out" what God has already "worked in"?Two critical questionsWhat can we expect from God?What does God expect from us?Church history: Two views concerning God's expectationsJ. CALVINJ. ARMINUSGod's Word rejects both extremes and hold God's sovereignty and man's responsibility in “biblical tension” and balance.Man's responsibility -Philippians 2:12God's sovereignty -Philippians 2:13How do we “work out” what God has “worked in”?The command: Be a GRATEFUL servant! -Philippians 2:14The purpose: Be a GODLY servant! -Philippians 2:15aThe result: Be a BOLD servant! -Philippians 2:15b-16aThe motive: Be a JOYFUL servant! -Philippians 16b-18Broadcast ResourceDownload MP3Message NotesAdditional Resource MentionsI Choose Love BookConnect888-333-6003WebsiteChip Ingram AppInstagramFacebookTwitterPartner With UsDonate Online888-333-6003

Scripture tells us those who love God are those who obey His commands. Chip poses two critical questions when we talk about obedience: What can we expect from God? and What does God expect from us? Join Chip for the answers.Two critical questionsWhat can we expect from God?What does God expect from us?Church history: Two views concerning God's expectationsJ. CALVIN J. ARMINUSGod's Word rejects both extremes and hold God's sovereignty and man's responsibility in “biblical tension” and balance.Man's responsibility -Philippians 2:12God's sovereignty -Philippians 2:13How do we “work out” what God has “worked in”?The command: Be a GRATEFUL servant! -Philippians 2:14The purpose: Be a GODLY servant! -Philippians 2:15aThe result: Be a BOLD servant! -Philippians 2:15b-16aThe motive: Be a JOYFUL servant! -Philippians 16b-18Broadcast ResourceDownload MP3Message NotesAdditional Resource MentionsI Choose Love BookConnect888-333-6003WebsiteChip Ingram AppInstagramFacebookTwitterPartner With UsDonate Online888-333-6003

Obedience is the way God says we show our love for Him. In this message, from Philippians, Chapter 2, Chip explores what our part is in obeying, and what God promises to do for His part. He tells us we approach obedience with built-in expectations and that God has already worked in, what we need to work out.Two critical questionsWhat can we expect from God?What does God expect from us?Church history: Two views concerning God's expectationsJ. CALVIN J. ARMINUSGod's Word rejects both extremes and hold God's sovereignty and man's responsibility in “biblical tension” and balance.Man's responsibility -Philippians 2:12God's sovereignty -Philippians 2:13How do we “work out” what God has “worked in”?The command: Be a GRATEFUL servant! -Philippians 2:14The purpose: Be a GODLY servant! -Philippians 2:15aThe result: Be a BOLD servant! -Philippians 2:15b-16aThe motive: Be a JOYFUL servant! -Philippians 16b-18Broadcast ResourceDownload MP3Message NotesAdditional Resource MentionsI Choose Love BookConnect888-333-6003WebsiteChip Ingram AppInstagramFacebookTwitterPartner With UsDonate Online888-333-6003

In our pursuit of greatness in God's eyes, we tend to imagine following Jesus into ever-increasing, upward levels of maturity. In this program, Chip poses the fascinating premise that we actually follow Jesus, descending into greatness.The quest for greatness = UNIVERSAL!How do we measure greatness?Power = Who and what we controlPossessions = What and how much we ownPosition = Our rank in the pecking orderPrestige = Who and how many “look up” to usProductivity = What and how much we accomplishHow do we obtain greatness?Two pathways to greatness:ASCENDINGDESCENDINGTrue greatness defined = Philippians 2:3-4How do you experience true greatness?One word = HUMILITYHumility is the channel through which the supernatural power of God's love flows to heal our deepest hurts and restore our most important relationships.Following Jesus into greatness - How to be authentically humble:Humility flows from a specific “mindset”. -Philippians 2:5We achieve true greatness when we embrace Christ's “mindset” toward power and possessions. -Philippians 2:6We become truly great when we embrace Christ's “mindset” toward position and prestige. -Philippians 2:7We become truly great when we embrace Christ's “mindset” toward productivity. -Philippians 2:8We experience the REWARD of true greatness when we follow Christ's example of servanthood. -Philippians 2:9-11Conclusion: God wants you to be great!The acid test of greatness = LOVEThe road to greatness = HUMILITYThe opportunity for greatness = SERVINGBroadcast ResourceDownload MP3Message NotesAdditional Resource MentionsI Choose Love BookConnect888-333-6003WebsiteChip Ingram AppInstagramFacebookTwitterPartner With UsDonate Online888-333-6003

In this program, Chip reveals five ways we typically measure greatness. But as with any scale, we always want to know whether the scale is accurate. From Philippians, Chapter 2, Chip explains how true greatness is achieved.The quest for greatness = UNIVERSAL!How do we measure greatness?Power = Who and what we controlPossessions = What and how much we ownPosition = Our rank in the pecking orderPrestige = Who and how many “look up” to usProductivity = What and how much we accomplishHow do we obtain greatness?Two pathways to greatness:ASCENDINGDESCENDINGTrue greatness defined = Philippians 2:3-4How do you experience true greatness?One word = HUMILITYHumility is the channel through which the supernatural power of God's love flows to heal our deepest hurts and restore our most important relationships.Following Jesus into greatness - How to be authentically humble:Humility flows from a specific “mindset”. -Philippians 2:5We achieve true greatness when we embrace Christ's “mindset” toward power and possessions. -Philippians 2:6We become truly great when we embrace Christ's “mindset” toward position and prestige. -Philippians 2:7We become truly great when we embrace Christ's “mindset” toward productivity. -Philippians 2:8We experience the REWARD of true greatness when we follow Christ's example of servanthood. -Philippians 2:9-11Conclusion: God wants you to be great!The acid test of greatness = LOVEThe road to greatness = HUMILITYThe opportunity for greatness = SERVINGBroadcast ResourceDownload MP3Message NotesAdditional Resource MentionsI Choose Love BookConnect888-333-6003WebsiteChip Ingram AppInstagramFacebookTwitterPartner With UsDonate Online888-333-6003

Did you know God wants you to be great? What does it take to be great in God's eyes? That's the topic in this message, as Chip continues his study of Philippians, Chapter 2. It's actually pretty simple - but it's not easy. Two words: Love serves.The quest for greatness = UNIVERSAL!How do we measure greatness?Power = Who and what we controlPossessions = What and how much we ownPosition = Our rank in the pecking orderPrestige = Who and how many “look up” to usProductivity = What and how much we accomplishHow do we obtain greatness?Two pathways to greatness:ASCENDINGDESCENDINGTrue greatness defined = Philippians 2:3-4How do you experience true greatness?One word = HUMILITYHumility is the channel through which the supernatural power of God's love flows to heal our deepest hurts and restore our most important relationships.Following Jesus into greatness - How to be authentically humble:Humility flows from a specific “mindset”. -Philippians 2:5We achieve true greatness when we embrace Christ's “mindset” toward power and possessions. -Philippians 2:6We become truly great when we embrace Christ's “mindset” toward position and prestige. -Philippians 2:7We become truly great when we embrace Christ's “mindset” toward productivity. -Philippians 2:8We experience the REWARD of true greatness when we follow Christ's example of servanthood. -Philippians 2:9-11Conclusion: God wants you to be great!The acid test of greatness = LOVEThe road to greatness = HUMILITYThe opportunity for greatness = SERVINGBroadcast ResourceDownload MP3Message NotesAdditional Resource MentionsI Choose Love BookConnect888-333-6003WebsiteChip Ingram AppInstagramFacebookTwitterPartner With UsDonate Online888-333-6003

In this program, Chip gives us three specific action steps for becoming a more loving person. The conclusion comes down to a single sentence, a single attitude, that'll change everything about how you love others. Don't miss it.Introduction: “What's going on?”One of God's greatest joys is to see His children LOVE EACH OTHER.A prayer that only you can answer -John 17Paul commands what Jesus prayed -Philippians 2:1-2Structure of passage:The context Conflict without - Philippians 1:29-30Conflict within -Philippians 4:2The commandLive in authentic, Christ-empowered unity -Philippians 2:1-2The structure If you have any encouragement in Christ,If any comfort from His love.If any fellowship with the Spirit,If any tenderness and compassion… - Philippians 2:1Then make my joy complete by…Being of the same mindMaintaining the same loveUnited in spiritIntent on one purpose. -Philippians 2:2The Platinum Rule:“Do unto others as God has already done unto you.”How to become a more loving person:Choose to declare war on SELFISHNESS -Philippians 2:3Attack the root of the problem… PRIDE -Philippians 2:3Choose to PRACTICE HUMILITY daily by putting others' needs and interests ahead of your own -Philippians 2:4Broadcast ResourceDownload MP3Message NotesAdditional Resource MentionsI Choose Love BookConnect888-333-6003WebsiteChip Ingram AppInstagramFacebookTwitterPartner With UsDonate Online888-333-6003

Chip begins this series, from the book of Philippians, Chapter 2, by telling us Christ's command for us to love one another means we are to live in authentic, Christ-empowered unity. The question is - how? Join Chip as he embarks on the journey to answer that question.Introduction: “What's going on?”One of God's greatest joys is to see His children LOVE EACH OTHER.A prayer that only you can answer -John 17Paul commands what Jesus prayed -Philippians 2:1-2Structure of passage:The context Conflict without - Philippians 1:29-30Conflict within -Philippians 4:2The commandLive in authentic, Christ-empowered unity -Philippians 2:1-2The structure If you have any encouragement in Christ,If any comfort from His love.If any fellowship with the Spirit,If any tenderness and compassion… - Philippians 2:1Then make my joy complete by…Being of the same mindMaintaining the same loveUnited in spiritIntent on one purpose. -Philippians 2:2The Platinum Rule:“Do unto others as God has already done unto you.”How to become a more loving person:Choose to declare war on SELFISHNESS -Philippians 2:3Attack the root of the problem… PRIDE -Philippians 2:3Choose to PRACTICE HUMILITY daily by putting others' needs and interests ahead of your own -Philippians 2:4Broadcast ResourceDownload MP3Message NotesAdditional Resource MentionsI Choose Love BookConnect888-333-6003WebsiteChip Ingram AppInstagramFacebookTwitterPartner With UsDonate Online888-333-6003

Most of us can quote the golden rule: Do unto others as you would have them do unto you. In this message, Chip explains what he calls the Platinum Rule: Do unto others as God has already done unto you. It's step one in the process of how we choose love.Introduction: “What's going on?”One of God's greatest joys is to see His children LOVE EACH OTHER.A prayer that only you can answer -John 17Paul commands what Jesus prayed -Philippians 2:1-2Structure of passage:The contextConflict without - Philippians 1:29-30Conflict within -Philippians 4:2The commandLive in authentic, Christ-empowered unity -Philippians 2:1-2The structureIf you have any encouragement in Christ,If any comfort from His love.If any fellowship with the Spirit,If any tenderness and compassion… - Philippians 2:1Then make my joy complete by…Being of the same mindMaintaining the same loveUnited in spiritIntent on one purpose. -Philippians 2:2The Platinum Rule:“Do unto others as God has already done unto you.”How to become a more loving person:Choose to declare war on SELFISHNESS -Philippians 2:3Attack the root of the problem… PRIDE -Philippians 2:3Choose to PRACTICE HUMILITY daily by putting others' needs and interests ahead of your own -Philippians 2:4Broadcast ResourceDownload MP3Message NotesAdditional Resource MentionsI Choose Love BookConnect888-333-6003WebsiteChip Ingram AppInstagramFacebookTwitterPartner With UsDonate Online888-333-6003

How do you overcome the blues? Is there a way to take those dreary, depressing feelings and drive them from your mind and heart? Find out by joining Chip, as he teaches: “How to Overcome Boredom and the Blues.”Introduction: “I was looking for life in all the wrong places.”What is boredom?Why are we bored?Why do “the blues” and boredom go hand-in-hand?Could “boredom” be a gift in disguise?God's answer to boredom = Authentic worshipWhat is Authentic Worship?Definition – Worship is our response to God for who He is and what He has done.Romans 12:1Summary – Worship is the complete and total giving of ourselves for that which we believe has ULTIMATE PURPOSE and will provide the GREATEST REWARD. 3 Principles for authentic worship:Authentic worship can happen ANYWHERE. -John 4:21-22Authentic worship flows from the HEART. -John 4:23Authentic worship is rooted in an ACCURATE view of God and of ourselves. -John 4: 24How can you experience greater intimacy in worship?Private worship = A.C.T.S.Public worship = The 3 “P's”Conclusion: Worship is not a service you come to or an activity you practice; worship is a life-focus, an expression of your deepest longings, passions, and devotion to whom or what you love the most.Broadcast ResourceDownload MP3Message NotesAdditional Resource MentionsI Choose Love BookDaily Discipleship - Psalms of HopeConnect888-333-6003WebsiteChip Ingram AppInstagramFacebookTwitterPartner With UsDonate Online888-333-6003

With hundreds of cable and satellite channels to choose from, and 24/7 internet information overload, why is it so easy to feel bored? Chip shares the reason for our boredom, and delivers the God-designed solution for overcoming it!Introduction: “I was looking for life in all the wrong places.”What is boredom?Why are we bored?Why do “the blues” and boredom go hand-in-hand?Could “boredom” be a gift in disguise?God's answer to boredom = Authentic worshipWhat is Authentic Worship?Definition – Worship is our response to God for who He is and what He has done.Romans 12:1Summary – Worship is the complete and total giving of ourselves for that which we believe has ULTIMATE PURPOSE and will provide the GREATEST REWARD. 3 Principles for authentic worship:Authentic worship can happen ANYWHERE. -John 4:21-22Authentic worship flows from the HEART. -John 4:23Authentic worship is rooted in an ACCURATE view of God and of ourselves. -John 4: 24How can you experience greater intimacy in worship?Private worship = A.C.T.S.Public worship = The 3 “P's”Conclusion: Worship is not a service you come to or an activity you practice; worship is a life-focus, an expression of your deepest longings, passions, and devotion to whom or what you love the most.Broadcast ResourceDownload MP3Message NotesAdditional Resource MentionsI Choose Love BookDaily Discipleship - Psalms of HopeConnect888-333-6003WebsiteChip Ingram AppInstagramFacebookTwitterPartner With UsDonate Online888-333-6003

With hundreds of cable and satellite channels to choose from, and 24/7 internet information overload, why is it so easy to feel bored? Chip shares the reason for our boredom, and delivers the God-designed solution for overcoming it!Introduction: “I was looking for life in all the wrong places.”What is boredom?Why are we bored?Why do “the blues” and boredom go hand-in-hand?Could “boredom” be a gift in disguise?God's answer to boredom = Authentic worshipWhat is Authentic Worship?Definition – Worship is our response to God for who He is and what He has done.Romans 12:1Summary – Worship is the complete and total giving of ourselves for that which we believe has ULTIMATE PURPOSE and will provide the GREATEST REWARD. 3 Principles for authentic worship:Authentic worship can happen ANYWHERE. -John 4:21-22Authentic worship flows from the HEART. -John 4:23Authentic worship is rooted in an ACCURATE view of God and of ourselves. -John 4: 24How can you experience greater intimacy in worship?Private worship = A.C.T.S.Public worship = The 3 “P's”Conclusion: Worship is not a service you come to or an activity you practice; worship is a life-focus, an expression of your deepest longings, passions, and devotion to whom or what you love the most.Broadcast ResourceDownload MP3Message NotesAdditional Resource MentionsI Choose Love BookDaily Discipleship - Psalms of HopeConnect888-333-6003WebsiteChip Ingram AppInstagramFacebookTwitterPartner With UsDonate Online888-333-6003

Chip continues this series with a message he calls, “How to Overcome Feelings of Futility.” If you need a God-sized shot in the arm, today's message is for you.Introduction: “Empty Buckets”Futility – Webster's – lit. “that which easily pours out,” hence untrustworthy; that which fails completely of the desired end, or incapable of producing any result; trifling, unimportant. Syn: vain, fruitless, ineffective, uselessFruitful – Webster's – Latin “fructus” – enjoyment, means of enjoyment, profitable, productive, producing results and/or desired ends.How can we avoid futility in our lives?Refuse to Confuse Success With SIGNIFICANCE! -Luke 9:25-26How can we move from success to significance?1. Clarify your MISSION! Why are you here?Two things last forever: God's Word & people's soulsMatthew 28:19-20To know CHRIST and make Him KNOWN!2. Embrace your MISSION FIELD! Where are your greatest spheres of influence?Your home -Deut 6:4-9Your work -Col 3:22-25Your network -Col 4:5-63. Engage in the Harvesting ProcessNetworkBefriendIdentifyShareInviteHarvest4. Sharpen your tools for impact!”Learn spiritual “door openers”Learn your evangelistic styleNot Beyond Reach by Aaron PierceBroadcast ResourceDownload MP3Message NotesAdditional Resource MentionsI Choose Love BookDaily Discipleship - Psalms of HopeBOOK: "Halftime" by Bob BufordBOOK: "The Paradox of Success" by John R. O'NeilCHART: "The High Impact Church" by Linus MorrisConnect888-333-6003WebsiteChip Ingram AppInstagramFacebookTwitterPartner With UsDonate Online888-333-6003

Do you ever wonder if you're making a difference - if your life is having a positive, lasting impact on those around you? In this message, Chip reveals how you can overcome those feelings of futility and begin experiencing the life God intended for you.Introduction: “Empty Buckets”Futility – Webster's – lit. “that which easily pours out,” hence untrustworthy; that which fails completely of the desired end, or incapable of producing any result; trifling, unimportant. Syn: vain, fruitless, ineffective, uselessFruitful – Webster's – Latin “fructus” – enjoyment, means of enjoyment, profitable, productive, producing results and/or desired ends.How can we avoid futility in our lives?Refuse to Confuse Success With SIGNIFICANCE! -Luke 9:25-26How can we move from success to significance?1. Clarify your MISSION! Why are you here?Two things last forever: God's Word & people's soulsMatthew 28:19-20To know CHRIST and make Him KNOWN!2. Embrace your MISSION FIELD! Where are your greatest spheres of influence?Your home -Deut 6:4-9Your work -Col 3:22-25Your network -Col 4:5-63. Engage in the Harvesting ProcessNetworkBefriendIdentifyShareInviteHarvest4. Sharpen your tools for impact!”Learn spiritual “door openers”Learn your evangelistic styleNot Beyond Reach by Aaron PierceBroadcast ResourceDownload MP3Message NotesAdditional Resource MentionsI Choose Love BookDaily Discipleship - Psalms of HopeBOOK: "Halftime" by Bob BufordBOOK: "The Paradox of Success" by John R. O'NeilCHART: "The High Impact Church" by Linus MorrisConnect888-333-6003WebsiteChip Ingram AppInstagramFacebookTwitterPartner With UsDonate Online888-333-6003

Do you ever wonder if you're making a difference - if your life is having a positive, lasting impact on those around you? In this message, Chip reveals how you can overcome those feelings of futility and begin experiencing the life God intended for you.Introduction: “Empty Buckets”Futility – Webster's – lit. “that which easily pours out,” hence untrustworthy; that which fails completely of the desired end, or incapable of producing any result; trifling, unimportant. Syn: vain, fruitless, ineffective, uselessFruitful – Webster's – Latin “fructus” – enjoyment, means of enjoyment, profitable, productive, producing results and/or desired ends.How can we avoid futility in our lives?Refuse to Confuse Success With SIGNIFICANCE! -Luke 9:25-26How can we move from success to significance?1. Clarify your MISSION! Why are you here?Two things last forever: God's Word & people's soulsMatthew 28:19-20To know CHRIST and make Him KNOWN!2. Embrace your MISSION FIELD! Where are your greatest spheres of influence?Your home -Deut 6:4-9Your work -Col 3:22-25Your network -Col 4:5-63. Engage in the Harvesting ProcessNetworkBefriendIdentifyShareInviteHarvest4. Sharpen your tools for impact!”Learn spiritual “door openers”Learn your evangelistic styleNot Beyond Reach by Aaron PierceBroadcast ResourceDownload MP3Message NotesAdditional Resource MentionsI Choose Love BookDaily Discipleship - Psalms of HopeBOOK: "Halftime" by Bob BufordBOOK: "The Paradox of Success" by John R. O'NeilCHART: "The High Impact Church" by Linus MorrisConnect888-333-6003WebsiteChip Ingram AppInstagramFacebookTwitterPartner With UsDonate Online888-333-6003

Are you struggling with feelings of inferiority? Has your self-esteem been crushed by a soured relationship or job loss? Chip shares how you can rise above those feelings of inferiority and a low self-esteem to experience God's love for you like never before.Distorted mirrors destroy our lives:The Appearance MirrorThe Performance MirrorThe Status MirrorThesis – Until we see ourselves as God sees us, we are destined to FEEL INFERIOR.3 keys to a Biblical self-image:1. Get God's View of You = KNOWLEDGEYou are significant because:You're UNIQUE -Gen 1:27, Ps 139:13-14You're LOVED -1 Sam 16:7, Jer 31:3You're VALUABLE -1 Cor 6:19-20You're SECURE -Eph 1:13You're INDISPENSIBLE -Eph 2:10, 4:15-162. Believe God's View is True = FAITHFaith is built on God's Word -Rom 10:17Faith grows through mind renewal -Rom 12:2Develop a plan to remove the distorted mirrors of the world with the mirror of God's Word -Jam 1:22-243. Discover the “You” that's True = EXPERIENCEUnwrap your SPIRITUAL GIFTS -1 Cor 12, Rom 12Unleash your SPIRITUAL PASSION -Ps 37:4Use your God-given TALENTS -Ex 31:3Embrace your God-given PERSONALITY -1 Cor 2:11Leverage your past EXPERIENCE -Rom 8:28Ministry is how God makes what's true “of” us, true “in” us. Sometimes it's only in the act of “loving others: that we can fathom that we ourselves are loved!Broadcast ResourceDownload MP3Message NotesAdditional Resource MentionsI Choose Love BookDaily Discipleship - Psalms of HopeBOOK: "The Strong and the Weak" by Paul TournierConnect888-333-6003WebsiteChip Ingram AppInstagramFacebookTwitterPartner With UsDonate Online888-333-6003

Do you like who you are? When you look in the mirror do you like what you see? Or do you wish you were a little taller, or a little stronger, or a bit thinner? When you think about you, do you like yourself or do you struggle with feelings of inferiority? Chip shares three keys to developing a positive, healthy self-image.Distorted mirrors destroy our lives:The Appearance MirrorThe Performance MirrorThe Status MirrorThesis – Until we see ourselves as God sees us, we are destined to FEEL INFERIOR.3 keys to a Biblical self-image:1. Get God's View of You = KNOWLEDGEYou are significant because:You're UNIQUE -Gen 1:27, Ps 139:13-14You're LOVED -1 Sam 16:7, Jer 31:3You're VALUABLE -1 Cor 6:19-20You're SECURE -Eph 1:13You're INDISPENSIBLE -Eph 2:10, 4:15-162. Believe God's View is True = FAITHFaith is built on God's Word -Rom 10:17Faith grows through mind renewal -Rom 12:2Develop a plan to remove the distorted mirrors of the world with the mirror of God's Word -Jam 1:22-243. Discover the “You” that's True = EXPERIENCEUnwrap your SPIRITUAL GIFTS -1 Cor 12, Rom 12Unleash your SPIRITUAL PASSION -Ps 37:4Use your God-given TALENTS -Ex 31:3Embrace your God-given PERSONALITY -1 Cor 2:11Leverage your past EXPERIENCE -Rom 8:28Ministry is how God makes what's true “of” us, true “in” us. Sometimes it's only in the act of “loving others: that we can fathom that we ourselves are loved!Broadcast ResourceDownload MP3Message NotesAdditional Resource MentionsI Choose Love BookDaily Discipleship - Psalms of HopeBOOK: "The Strong and the Weak" by Paul TournierConnect888-333-6003WebsiteChip Ingram AppInstagramFacebookTwitterPartner With UsDonate Online888-333-6003

Do you like who you are? When you look in the mirror do you like what you see? Or do you wish you were a little taller, or a little stronger, or a bit thinner? When you think about you, do you like yourself or do you struggle with feelings of inferiority? Chip shares three keys to developing a positive, healthy self-image.Distorted mirrors destroy our lives:The Appearance MirrorThe Performance MirrorThe Status MirrorThesis – Until we see ourselves as God sees us, we are destined to FEEL INFERIOR.3 keys to a Biblical self-image:1. Get God's View of You = KNOWLEDGEYou are significant because:You're UNIQUE -Gen 1:27, Ps 139:13-14You're LOVED -1 Sam 16:7, Jer 31:3You're VALUABLE -1 Cor 6:19-20You're SECURE -Eph 1:13You're INDISPENSIBLE -Eph 2:10, 4:15-162. Believe God's View is True = FAITHFaith is built on God's Word -Rom 10:17Faith grows through mind renewal -Rom 12:2Develop a plan to remove the distorted mirrors of the world with the mirror of God's Word -Jam 1:22-243. Discover the “You” that's True = EXPERIENCEUnwrap your SPIRITUAL GIFTS -1 Cor 12, Rom 12Unleash your SPIRITUAL PASSION -Ps 37:4Use your God-given TALENTS -Ex 31:3Embrace your God-given PERSONALITY -1 Cor 2:11Leverage your past EXPERIENCE -Rom 8:28Ministry is how God makes what's true “of” us, true “in” us. Sometimes it's only in the act of “loving others: that we can fathom that we ourselves are loved!Broadcast ResourceDownload MP3Message NotesAdditional Resource MentionsI Choose Love BookDaily Discipleship - Psalms of HopeBOOK: "The Strong and the Weak" by Paul TournierConnect888-333-6003WebsiteChip Ingram AppInstagramFacebookTwitterPartner With UsDonate Online888-333-6003

Newlyweds, a promotion, a new house, a baby - new things, new experiences are great aren't they? But eventually the shine comes off and life falls into the same routine. Would you like to know how to keep the joy and the wonder in your work and relationships? Then join Chip as he shares how you can overcome personal stagnation.All living things are either growing or dying.Growth is exciting!Growth comes from God!Growth is not automatic!Growth is difficult!Growth can be stymied, thwarted, stagnated, and retarded!7 Keys to Personal Growth:People Who Grow . . .Live daily with the END IN VIEW. -Matt 5:48; Eph 4:13; Rom 8:29Make a PERSONAL COMMITMENT to grow. - Luke 9:23-25; 1 Tim 4:7-8Value PROCESS more than event. -Heb 5:11-14Cultivate stimulating RELATIONSHIPS. -Heb 10:24-25; Pro 13:20Choose to become progressive RISK-TAKERS. -Heb 11:6; Luke 6:38Leverage life's HARDSHIP. -James 1:2-4Make time for SOLITUDE and SILENCE. -Mark 1:35Developing a Plan for Your Personal Growth:Make a commitment to grow TODAY!PRIORITIZE the area of your growth!Take one specific step this WEEK!Broadcast ResourceDownload MP3Message NotesAdditional Resource MentionsI Choose Love BookDaily Discipleship - Psalms of HopeConnect888-333-6003WebsiteChip Ingram AppInstagramFacebookTwitterPartner With UsDonate Online888-333-6003

Do you feel like you're stuck in a rut? You know, same job, same routine, day in and day out, same old thing. Would you like to learn how to break out of that rut and experience renewed joy and motivation? Join Chip as he shares how you can overcome personal stagnation.All living things are either growing or dying.Growth is exciting!Growth comes from God!Growth is not automatic!Growth is difficult!Growth can be stymied, thwarted, stagnated, and retarded!7 Keys to Personal Growth:People Who Grow . . .Live daily with the END IN VIEW. -Matt 5:48; Eph 4:13; Rom 8:29Make a PERSONAL COMMITMENT to grow. - Luke 9:23-25; 1 Tim 4:7-8Value PROCESS more than event. -Heb 5:11-14Cultivate stimulating RELATIONSHIPS. -Heb 10:24-25; Pro 13:20Choose to become progressive RISK-TAKERS. -Heb 11:6; Luke 6:38Leverage life's HARDSHIP. -James 1:2-4Make time for SOLITUDE and SILENCE. -Mark 1:35Developing a Plan for Your Personal Growth:Make a commitment to grow TODAY!PRIORITIZE the area of your growth!Take one specific step this WEEK!Broadcast ResourceDownload MP3Message NotesAdditional Resource MentionsI Choose Love BookDaily Discipleship - Psalms of HopeConnect888-333-6003WebsiteChip Ingram AppInstagramFacebookTwitterPartner With UsDonate Online888-333-6003

Do you feel like you're stuck in a rut? You know, same job, same routine, day in and day out, same old thing. Would you like to learn how to break out of that rut and experience renewed joy and motivation? Join Chip as he shares how you can overcome personal stagnation.All living things are either growing or dying.Growth is exciting!Growth comes from God!Growth is not automatic!Growth is difficult!Growth can be stymied, thwarted, stagnated, and retarded!7 Keys to Personal Growth:People Who Grow . . .Live daily with the END IN VIEW. -Matt 5:48; Eph 4:13; Rom 8:29Make a PERSONAL COMMITMENT to grow. - Luke 9:23-25; 1 Tim 4:7-8Value PROCESS more than event. -Heb 5:11-14Cultivate stimulating RELATIONSHIPS. -Heb 10:24-25; Pro 13:20Choose to become progressive RISK-TAKERS. -Heb 11:6; Luke 6:38Leverage life's HARDSHIP. -James 1:2-4Make time for SOLITUDE and SILENCE. -Mark 1:35Developing a Plan for Your Personal Growth:Make a commitment to grow TODAY!PRIORITIZE the area of your growth!Take one specific step this WEEK!Broadcast ResourceDownload MP3Message NotesAdditional Resource MentionsI Choose Love BookDaily Discipleship - Psalms of HopeConnect888-333-6003WebsiteChip Ingram AppInstagramFacebookTwitterPartner With UsDonate Online888-333-6003

There is a place that God created where you can experience authentic love like nowhere else on earth. It's a place where loneliness is not welcome, and meaningful relationships abound. A community where people can be re-connected to their family. Sound like a place you want to go to? Join Chip and find out where this special place is.Until loneliness is understood, it overwhelmsLoneliness is MORE than being alone.Loneliness WEARS many masks.Loneliness is not a unique malady, but a UNIVERSAL REALITY.*Resource: Changes that Heal by Henry CloudYou don't have to be lonely, because:God CARES about your loneliness. -Gen 2:18Jesus UNDERSTANDS your loneliness. -Mark 15:34Jesus INVITES you into a relationship with Him. -Matt 11:28-30; Rev 3:20A relationship with Jesus means you ALWAYS belong to His family. -Rom 12:5; 1 Jn 1:1-4How can you experience authentic love and connection in God's family?By rethinking your view of the CHURCH.By revising your approach to RELATIONSHIPS.Realize your NEED.Move toward OTHERS.Be VULNERABLE.Challenge distorted THINKING.Take RISKS.Be EMPATHETIC -- listen, listen, listen!Trust GOD -- pray, pray, pray!Summary: To “lick loneliness,” you gotta BELONG!Informal steps + formal strategies = A “connected” community of love.Broadcast ResourceDownload MP3Message NotesAdditional Resource MentionsI Choose Love BookDaily Discipleship - Psalms of HopeConnect888-333-6003WebsiteChip Ingram AppInstagramFacebookTwitterPartner With UsDonate Online888-333-6003

What do you do when you're consumed with loneliness? How do you overcome those feelings of isolation? Chip begins this series with a message he calls, “How to Overcome Loneliness and Isolation.”Until loneliness is understood, it overwhelmsLoneliness is MORE than being alone.Loneliness WEARS many masks.Loneliness is not a unique malady, but a UNIVERSAL REALITY.*Resource: Changes that Heal by Henry CloudYou don't have to be lonely, because:God CARES about your loneliness. -Gen 2:18Jesus UNDERSTANDS your loneliness. -Mark 15:34Jesus INVITES you into a relationship with Him. -Matt 11:28-30; Rev 3:20A relationship with Jesus means you ALWAYS belong to His family. -Rom 12:5; 1 Jn 1:1-4How can you experience authentic love and connection in God's family?By rethinking your view of the CHURCH.By revising your approach to RELATIONSHIPS.Realize your NEED.Move toward OTHERS.Be VULNERABLE.Challenge distorted THINKING.Take RISKS.Be EMPATHETIC -- listen, listen, listen!Trust GOD -- pray, pray, pray!Summary: To “lick loneliness,” you gotta BELONG!Informal steps + formal strategies = A “connected” community of love.Broadcast ResourceDownload MP3Message NotesAdditional Resource MentionsI Choose Love BookDaily Discipleship - Psalms of HopeConnect888-333-6003WebsiteChip Ingram AppInstagramFacebookTwitterPartner With UsDonate Online888-333-6003

What do you do when you're consumed with loneliness? How do you overcome those feelings of isolation? Chip begins this series with a message he calls, “How to Overcome Loneliness and Isolation.”Until loneliness is understood, it overwhelmsLoneliness is MORE than being alone.Loneliness WEARS many masks.Loneliness is not a unique malady, but a UNIVERSAL REALITY.*Resource: Changes that Heal by Henry CloudYou don't have to be lonely, because:God CARES about your loneliness. -Gen 2:18Jesus UNDERSTANDS your loneliness. -Mark 15:34Jesus INVITES you into a relationship with Him. -Matt 11:28-30; Rev 3:20A relationship with Jesus means you ALWAYS belong to His family. -Rom 12:5; 1 Jn 1:1-4How can you experience authentic love and connection in God's family?By rethinking your view of the CHURCH.By revising your approach to RELATIONSHIPS.Realize your NEED.Move toward OTHERS.Be VULNERABLE.Challenge distorted THINKING.Take RISKS.Be EMPATHETIC -- listen, listen, listen!Trust GOD -- pray, pray, pray!Summary: To “lick loneliness,” you gotta BELONG!Informal steps + formal strategies = A “connected” community of love.Broadcast ResourceDownload MP3Message NotesAdditional Resource MentionsI Choose Love BookDaily Discipleship - Psalms of HopeConnect888-333-6003WebsiteChip Ingram AppInstagramFacebookTwitterPartner With UsDonate Online888-333-6003

For the eyes of the Lord move to and fro throughout the whole earth that He may strongly support those whose heart is completely His. The Lord wants to strongly support you and you want to have a heart that is completely His. The question is: how do you know if your heart is fully devoted to God? Curious? In this message, Chip gives us the answer. Introduction: For whatever was written in earlier times was written for our instruction, so that through perseverance and the encouragement of the Scriptures we might have hope. -Romans 15:4David – An unlikely choice -1 Samuel 16David – Does the impossible -1 Samuel 17David – His life after breakthrough -1 Samuel 18-2 SamuelDavid – His legacy of breakthrough -1 Chronicles 29:10-13; Acts 13:22How did David habitually unleash God's power into impossible situations?He is a BOLD risk-taker -Psalm 27:1-3He is a PASSIONATE worshiper -Psalm 27:4-6He is a WOUNDED healer -Psalm 27:7-10He is a FIERCE warrior - Psalm 27:11-12He is a FAITHFUL servant -Psalm 27:13-14David understood the “Joseph Journey”Broadcast ResourceDownload MP3Message NotesAdditional Resource MentionsI Choose Love BookDaily Discipleship - Psalms of HopeConnect888-333-6003WebsiteChip Ingram AppInstagramFacebookTwitterPartner With UsDonate Online888-333-6003

What if normal life for you consisted of major breakthroughs in destructive habits and behaviors? What if victories over anger and greed issues occurred on a regular basis? What if God were to use you to change your neighborhood or even your community? Chip asks the question, "What if breakthroughs like that were normal?" and shows us what that kind of life looks like.Introduction: For whatever was written in earlier times was written for our instruction, so that through perseverance and the encouragement of the Scriptures we might have hope. -Romans 15:4David – An unlikely choice -1 Samuel 16David – Does the impossible -1 Samuel 17David – His life after breakthrough -1 Samuel 18-2 SamuelDavid – His legacy of breakthrough -1 Chronicles 29:10-13; Acts 13:22How did David habitually unleash God's power into impossible situations?He is a BOLD risk-taker -Psalm 27:1-3He is a PASSIONATE worshiper -Psalm 27:4-6He is a WOUNDED healer -Psalm 27:7-10He is a FIERCE warrior - Psalm 27:11-12He is a FAITHFUL servant -Psalm 27:13-14David understood the “Joseph Journey”Broadcast ResourceDownload MP3Message NotesAdditional Resource MentionsI Choose Love BookDaily Discipleship - Psalms of HopeConnect888-333-6003WebsiteChip Ingram AppInstagramFacebookTwitterPartner With UsDonate Online888-333-6003

Do you wish your neighborhood was safer? Or maybe that your kid's teacher wasn't so anti-Christian. Or that you could reach the people you work with for Christ? What if God wanted you to be the one to lead the change? Where would you start? Chip explains how you can be the catalyst for positive, God-honoring change, in your neighborhood, school, or community.How Jesus “reached” a city:A lesson for His disciples -John 4Where did the Breakthrough begin?Whom did Jesus choose to use?How did she “make room” for Breakthrough?What “courageous step” did she take?What did Jesus want His disciples to learn... about Himself? About breakthroughs?Timeless axiom: Unlikely, supernatural breakthroughs are not dependent on aFUTURE work of God, but a PRESENT work of “one”. -John 4:34-39How His followers “reached” the world:A Lesson for Us -Book of ActsWhere did breakthrough begin?Whom did Jesus choose to use?How did they “make room” for breakthrough?What “courageous steps” did they take?What was/is the result?What does Jesus want us to learn . . . about Himself? About ourselves? About breakthroughs?Timeless axiom: Breakthroughs are fueled by COMPASSION and birthed in biblical COMMUNITY.Action steps:PRAY fervently and desperately.EXTEND God's compassion to someone or a group in need this week.JOIN or START a small group to pursue breakthrough “in” you and then “through” you.Broadcast ResourceDownload MP3Message NotesAdditional Resource MentionsI Choose Love BookDaily Discipleship - Psalms of HopeConnect888-333-6003WebsiteChip Ingram AppInstagramFacebookTwitterPartner With UsDonate Online888-333-6003

Good things come in small packages. Do you believe that? Whether it's a wedding ring, or a smart phone, or a nice wristwatch, we all know that a small package can contain some pretty interesting stuff. Interestingly, Jesus was a big proponent of small. Chip unleashes the secret of how to get the most from those small things in life.How Jesus “reached” a city:A lesson for His disciples -John 4Where did the Breakthrough begin?Whom did Jesus choose to use?How did she “make room” for Breakthrough?What “courageous step” did she take?What did Jesus want His disciples to learn... about Himself? About breakthroughs?Timeless axiom: Unlikely, supernatural breakthroughs are not dependent on aFUTURE work of God, but a PRESENT work of “one”. -John 4:34-39How His followers “reached” the world:A Lesson for Us -Book of ActsWhere did breakthrough begin?Whom did Jesus choose to use?How did they “make room” for breakthrough?What “courageous steps” did they take?What was/is the result?What does Jesus want us to learn... about Himself? About ourselves? About breakthroughs?Timeless axiom: Breakthroughs are fueled by COMPASSION and birthed in biblical COMMUNITY.Action steps:PRAY fervently and desperately.EXTEND God's compassion to someone or a group in need this week.JOIN or START a small group to pursue breakthrough “in” you and then “through” you.Broadcast ResourceDownload MP3Message NotesAdditional Resource MentionsI Choose Love BookDaily Discipleship - Psalms of HopeConnect888-333-6003WebsiteChip Ingram AppInstagramFacebookTwitterPartner With UsDonate Online888-333-6003

Where do you need courage? Do you need courage to have that hard talk with one of your children? Do you need courage to quit that alcohol or drug habit? Do you need courage to tell your spouse about your porn addiction? Where do you need courage? Join Chip as he explains how the Lord will develop courage in you, so you can experience His power like never before.Six barriers to experiencing breakthroughOur TRADITIONS. -Mark 7:1-23Our UNWORTHINESS. -Mark 7:24-30Our DEAFNESS. -Mark 7:31-37Our LACK OF RESOURCES. -Mark 8:1-21Our BLINDNESS. -Mark 8:22-26 Our SELF INTEREST. -Mark 8:27-38AnalysisWho experienced supernatural breakthroughs of God's power? Who didn't?What did each group do?What lessons did Jesus want His disciples (and us) to learn about Him, themselves, and “stepping out?”Jesus teaches us that “looking up” is the secret to “stepping out.” -Mark 8:17–9:29AnalysisFear keeps us from “STEPPING OUT” to unleash God's power into impossible situations.“Stepping out” requires COURAGE; the power to act despite our fears.Courage demands FAITH that God will do what He has promised.Faith is the result of seeing Jesus UP CLOSE and for who He is.Prayer is God's INVITATION to see Jesus “up close” and believe He will do the impossible for you.Fasting is choosing to remove whatever DISTRACTS us from seeing and experiencing Jesus for who He is.Assignment:Set aside 5 minutes each day this week for adoration and praise with thanksgiving for who God is and what He has done for you.Broadcast ResourceDownload MP3Message NotesAdditional Resource MentionsI Choose Love BookDaily Discipleship - Psalms of HopeConnect888-333-6003WebsiteChip Ingram AppInstagramFacebookTwitterPartner With UsDonate Online888-333-6003

Courage is stepping out and doing the right thing in the face of danger or difficulty. Courage is a prerequisite for seeing God unleash His supernatural power in your life. The question is how do you actually get courage?Six barriers to experiencing breakthroughOur TRADITIONS. -Mark 7:1-23Our UNWORTHINESS. -Mark 7:24-30Our DEAFNESS. -Mark 7:31-37Our LACK OF RESOURCES. -Mark 8:1-21Our BLINDNESS. -Mark 8:22-26 Our SELF INTEREST. -Mark 8:27-38AnalysisWho experienced supernatural breakthroughs of God's power? Who didn't?What did each group do?What lessons did Jesus want His disciples (and us) to learn about Him, themselves, and “stepping out?”Jesus teaches us that “looking up” is the secret to “stepping out.” -Mark 8:17–9:29AnalysisFear keeps us from “STEPPING OUT” to unleash God's power into impossible situations.“Stepping out” requires COURAGE; the power to act despite our fears.Courage demands FAITH that God will do what He has promised.Faith is the result of seeing Jesus UP CLOSE and for who He is.Prayer is God's INVITATION to see Jesus “up close” and believe He will do the impossible for you.Fasting is choosing to remove whatever DISTRACTS us from seeing and experiencing Jesus for who He is.Assignment:Set aside 5 minutes each day this week for adoration and praise with thanksgiving for who God is and what He has done for you.Broadcast ResourceDownload MP3Message NotesAdditional Resource MentionsI Choose Love BookDaily Discipleship - Psalms of HopeConnect888-333-6003WebsiteChip Ingram AppInstagramFacebookTwitterPartner With UsDonate Online888-333-6003

God wants to do something great in your life. He wants to bless you; He wants to prosper you. But if that is going to occur, He needs something from you. Chip shows us what it is that unleashes God's supernatural power in our lives.The pathway to breakthrough involves:The SOVEREIGN work of God in the world. -Job 42:2The SOVEREIGN work of God in His people.The SOVEREIGN work of God through His people.Your personal pathway to breakthroughAction step: Repent and believe in the “Good News”. -Mark 1:15Action step: Make room in your life to receive God's breakthrough! -James 4:7-10Question: How do we repent and “make room” for God's supernatural power and blessing?Answer:SUBMIT therefore to God. -James 4:7aRESIST and the devil will FLEE. -James 4:7bDRAW NEAR to God and He will DRAW NEAR to you. -James 4:8aWASH your hands and PURIFY your heart. -James 4:8bGRIEVE MOURN WAIL change…. -James 4:9HUMBLE yourself, and He will EXALT you. -James 4:10Assignment:Soak in God's goodness: Prayerfully read through Psalm 23 each day this week.Make room for a breakthroughBroadcast ResourceDownload MP3Message NotesAdditional Resource MentionsI Choose Love BookDaily Discipleship - Psalms of HopeConnect888-333-6003WebsiteChip Ingram AppInstagramFacebookTwitterPartner With UsDonate Online888-333-6003

Do you believe that what you're experiencing today is not all there is? Chip shares how God is orchestrating events, circumstances, people, and relationships to bring about a breakthrough - a shift in the status quo - a fresh awakening of your heart to His Spirit. And He wants you to get in on the action. The question is will you be ready?The pathway to breakthrough involves:The SOVEREIGN work of God in the world. -Job 42:2The SOVEREIGN work of God in His people.The SOVEREIGN work of God through His people.Your personal pathway to breakthroughAction step: Repent and believe in the “Good News”. -Mark 1:15Action step: Make room in your life to receive God's breakthrough! -James 4:7-10Question: How do we repent and “make room” for God's supernatural power and blessing?Answer:SUBMIT therefore to God. -James 4:7aRESIST and the devil will FLEE. -James 4:7bDRAW NEAR to God and He will DRAW NEAR to you. -James 4:8aWASH your hands and PURIFY your heart. -James 4:8bGRIEVE MOURN WAIL change…. -James 4:9HUMBLE yourself, and He will EXALT you. -James 4:10Assignment:Soak in God's goodness: Prayerfully read through Psalm 23 each day this week.Make room for a breakthroughBroadcast ResourceDownload MP3Message NotesAdditional Resource MentionsI Choose Love BookDaily Discipleship - Psalms of HopeConnect888-333-6003WebsiteChip Ingram AppInstagramFacebookTwitterPartner With UsDonate Online888-333-6003

God wants to do the impossible through you. Not the hard, not the unlikely, He wants to do the impossible through you. The question is, how does that work? What do you need to do to in order to experience that kind of life changing breakthrough? Chip answers those questions in this message.Five questions about breakthrough:1. What is a breakthrough? Three key definitions:An offensive thrust that penetrates and carries beyond a defensive line in warfare.An act or instance of breaking through a barrier.A sudden advance.2. Is there a biblical pattern for breakthrough?Great needGreat sinGreat bondageGod's compassionGod's judgmentGod delivers3. How did Jesus teach His disciples to experience and be agents of breakthrough?Announce the “Good News!” -Mark 1Defeat evilBring healingLead by example4. Is there historical precedent that breakthrough can happen in our day?The entire book of ActsList of Church-Age believers5. How do you experience the first step of breakthrough?BELIEVE that God is good.EMBRACE that it's God's will to do the impossible in you and through you.Assignment: Read over Psalm 23, inserting your name in the blanks, at least once each day this week.Broadcast ResourceDownload MP3Message NotesAdditional Resource MentionsI Choose Love BookDaily Discipleship - Psalms of HopeConnect888-333-6003WebsiteChip Ingram AppInstagramFacebookTwitterPartner With UsDonate Online888-333-6003

What situation in your life looks insurmountable right now? A marriage heading for the rocks? A child breaking your heart? A doctor's report with the word “Cancer” written on it? What circumstance in your life is so big, so overwhelming, so difficult that it looks impossible to conquer? Chip helps us discover how to unleash God's power into our impossible situations.Five questions about breakthrough:1. What is a breakthrough? Three key definitions:An offensive thrust that penetrates and carries beyond a defensive line in warfare.An act or instance of breaking through a barrier.A sudden advance.2. Is there a biblical pattern for breakthrough?Great needGreat sinGreat bondageGod's compassionGod's judgmentGod delivers3. How did Jesus teach His disciples to experience and be agents of breakthrough?Announce the “Good News!” -Mark 1Defeat evilBring healingLead by example4. Is there historical precedent that breakthrough can happen in our day?The entire book of ActsList of Church-Age believers5. How do you experience the first step of breakthrough?BELIEVE that God is good.EMBRACE that it's God's will to do the impossible in you and through you.Assignment: Read over Psalm 23, inserting your name in the blanks, at least once each day this week.Broadcast ResourceDownload MP3Message NotesAdditional Resource MentionsI Choose Love BookDaily Discipleship - Psalms of HopeConnect888-333-6003WebsiteChip Ingram AppInstagramFacebookTwitterPartner With UsDonate Online888-333-6003

Frustrated by a lack of progress? Chip shares why dependency, not determination, is the key to the lasting change you desire.Threefold practice for change:Look BACKLook UPLook forwardKey areas to evaluate:Relationship with the LordMost important relationshipsPhysical healthOther relationshipsWork / Career / EducationPersonal ministryEmotional healthSet spiritual priority -Mt. 6:33Get in shape spirituallyDon't go it alone -Ec. 4:12b; Pro. 13:30Abide in Christ -John 15:5Refuse to rely on sheer willpower, habits, and hacks.Final thoughtsRefuse to COMPARE yourself with other people. -2 Cor. 10:12Refuse to be a PEOPLE pleaser. -Lk. 16:15; Gal. 1:10ConclusionEvaluateLook backLook upPrioritizeBroadcast ResourceDownload Free MP3Message NotesAdditional Resource MentionsI Choose Love BookDaily Discipleship - Psalms of HopeConnect888-333-6003WebsiteChip Ingram AppInstagramFacebookTwitterPartner With UsDonate Online888-333-6003

Wouldn't it be great to enjoy the“Christmas Spirit” 365 days year? In this message, Chip shares how you can cultivate that winsome spirit of Christmas in your heart 24/7.Breakthrough Concept #4: God does not measure generosity by the size of our gift, but by the size of our sacrifice.The Christmas Story: A graduate course in generosityThe Magi -Mt. 2:11 - Your MoneyThe Shepherds -Lk. 2:15-17 - Your TimeJoseph -Mt. 1:18-24 - Your ReputationMary -Lk. 1:26-38 - Your FutureJesus -Mk 10:45 - Your LifeThe Father -Jn 3:16 - Your Most Precious PossessionThree observations:Generosity is not so much a virtuous act, as it is a virtuous RESPONSE.God does not measure generosity by the size of our gift, but by the size of our SACRIFICE.Increasing levels of generosity bring increasing levels of REWARD / BLESSING.Generosity is to love as thunder is to lightning: Luke 6:38Broadcast ResourceSeries ResourcesMessage NotesYear End MatchDouble Your Gift TodayMinistry ReportConnect888-333-6003WebsiteChip Ingram AppInstagramFacebookTwitterPartner With UsDonate Online888-333-6003

What is God looking for from you when it comes to being generous? Join Chip as he explores the answer to that question in this message from his series "The Genius of Generosity."Breakthrough Concept #4: God does not measure generosity by the size of our gift, but by the size of our sacrifice.The Christmas Story: A graduate course in generosityThe Magi -Mt. 2:11 - Your MoneyThe Shepherds -Lk. 2:15-17 - Your TimeJoseph -Mt. 1:18-24 - Your ReputationMary -Lk. 1:26-38 - Your FutureJesus -Mk 10:45 - Your LifeThe Father -Jn 3:16 - Your Most Precious PossessionThree observations:Generosity is not so much a virtuous act, as it is a virtuous RESPONSE.God does not measure generosity by the size of our gift, but by the size of our SACRIFICE.Increasing levels of generosity bring increasing levels of REWARD / BLESSING.Generosity is to love as thunder is to lightning: Luke 6:38Broadcast ResourceSeries ResourcesMessage NotesYear End MatchDouble Your Gift TodayMinistry ReportConnect888-333-6003WebsiteChip Ingram AppInstagramFacebookTwitterPartner With UsDonate Online888-333-6003

You know that great feeling you get when you give a gift to someone? In this message, you'll learn from Chip how to keep that feeling going 365 days a year!Fact #1 – God blesses generous people! -Acts 20:35; Lk. 6:38; Pr. 22:9, 19:17, Dt. 24:19; Pr. 3:9-10, 11:24-25Fact #2 – God provides clear criteria for becoming a generous person!Genuine generosity gives the FIRST and the BEST to God. -Pr. 3:9-10Genuine generosity is regular and SYSTEMATIC. -1 Cor. 16:2Genuine generosity is PROPORTIONAL to our income. -1 Cor. 16:2Genuine generosity is SACRIFICIAL. -2 Cor 8:1-4Genuine generosity is THOUGHTFUL, voluntary, and WORSHIPFUL. -2 Cor. 9:5-7Fact #3 – is Breakthrough Concept #3: God prospers me not to raise my standard of living, but to raise my standard of giving. (Randy Alcorn - The Treasure Principle)Fact #4 – The key to becoming habitually generous and experience habitual happiness is FAITH!Faith says – Refuse to chase the wind. -Ec. 2:11Faith says – Enjoy God's provision. -1 Tim. 6:19Faith says – God rewards those who step out and TRUST Him. -Heb. 11:6Broadcast ResourceSeries ResourcesMessage NotesYear End MatchDouble Your Gift TodayMinistry ReportConnect888-333-6003WebsiteChip Ingram AppInstagramFacebookTwitterPartner With UsDonate Online888-333-6003

Is it possible to measure generosity? Chip continues his series “The Genius of Generosity” and reveals how you can actually measure your generosity.Fact #1 – God blesses generous people! -Acts 20:35; Lk. 6:38; Pr. 22:9, 19:17, Dt. 24:19; Pr. 3:9-10, 11:24-25Fact #2 – God provides clear criteria for becoming a generous person!Genuine generosity gives the FIRST and the BEST to God. -Pr. 3:9-10Genuine generosity is regular and SYSTEMATIC. -1 Cor. 16:2Genuine generosity is PROPORTIONAL to our income. -1 Cor. 16:2Genuine generosity is SACRIFICIAL. -2 Cor 8:1-4Genuine generosity is THOUGHTFUL, voluntary, and WORSHIPFUL. -2 Cor. 9:5-7Fact #3 – is Breakthrough Concept #3: God prospers me not to raise my standard of living, but to raise my standard of giving. (Randy Alcorn - The Treasure Principle)Fact #4 – The key to becoming habitually generous and experience habitual happiness is FAITH!Faith says – Refuse to chase the wind. -Ec. 2:11Faith says – Enjoy God's provision. -1 Tim. 6:19Faith says – God rewards those who step out and TRUST Him. -Heb. 11:6Broadcast ResourceSeries ResourcesMessage NotesYear End MatchDouble Your Gift TodayMinistry ReportConnect888-333-6003WebsiteChip Ingram AppInstagramFacebookTwitterPartner With UsDonate Online888-333-6003

Want more joy and a closer walk with God? Chip shares the game plan for personal satisfaction and intimacy with Him.Breakthrough Concept #2: God owns everything. I am His money manager.The “Oikonomia” Principle: All that we are, and all that we have belongs to God and has been temporarily entrusted to us to manage according to His wishes. -1 Cor. 4:1-2The Setting: Correction of the Pharisees and instruction of His disciples concerning wealth.The Story: Luke 16:1-11Mismanagement occurs and dismissal soon follows.Two options are considered and a third is taken.A commendation by the owner, a good lesson from a bad example, “he was shrewd.”The Teaching: Faithfulness with material wealth is a prerequisite to being entrusted with spiritual wealth and rewards.The Test: Two basic financial practices that demonstrate God is our #1 priority.1. Generous stewards give the FIRST and BEST to God. -Pr. 3:9-102. Generous stewards give REGULARLY and SYSTEMATICALLY. -1 Cor. 16:2Three questions wise stewards regularly ask1. Am I using the money entrusted to me in accordance with the Owner's wishes?2. Am I carefully keeping account of where all the Owner's funds are going?3. Am I becoming “best friends” with the “Owner” by the privilege and opportunity of managing His resources?Broadcast ResourceSeries ResourcesMessage NotesYear End MatchDouble Your Gift TodayMinistry ReportConnect888-333-6003WebsiteChip Ingram AppInstagramFacebookTwitterPartner With UsDonate Online888-333-6003

Wondering why faith feels like a duty? Chip explains the secret to finding lasting joy and a deeper relationship with God.Breakthrough Concept #2: God owns everything. I am His money manager.The “Oikonomia” Principle: All that we are, and all that we have belongs to God and has been temporarily entrusted to us to manage according to His wishes. -1 Cor. 4:1-2The Setting: Correction of the Pharisees and instruction of His disciples concerning wealth.The Story: Luke 16:1-11Mismanagement occurs and dismissal soon follows.Two options are considered and a third is taken.A commendation by the owner, a good lesson from a bad example, “he was shrewd.”The Teaching: Faithfulness with material wealth is a prerequisite to being entrusted with spiritual wealth and rewards.The Test: Two basic financial practices that demonstrate God is our #1 priority.1. Generous stewards give the FIRST and BEST to God. -Pr. 3:9-102. Generous stewards give REGULARLY and SYSTEMATICALLY. -1 Cor. 16:2Three questions wise stewards regularly ask1. Am I using the money entrusted to me in accordance with the Owner's wishes?2. Am I carefully keeping account of where all the Owner's funds are going?3. Am I becoming “best friends” with the “Owner” by the privilege and opportunity of managing His resources?Broadcast ResourceSeries ResourcesMessage NotesYear End MatchDouble Your Gift TodayMinistry ReportConnect888-333-6003WebsiteChip Ingram AppInstagramFacebookTwitterPartner With UsDonate Online888-333-6003

Become the smartest money manager on the planet. Join Chip for his series, “The Genius of Generosity.”Four reasons it's genius to be generous:1. Generosity CHANGES our lives. -Acts 20:35; Pr. 11:252. Generosity CONNECTS us with others.3. Generosity helps us INVEST in what matters. -Mt. 6:19-244. Generosity FREES our hearts.Question: If generosity is so smart, why isn't everyone doing it?WEALTH is powerful and deceptive. -Mt. 13:22The lure of MAMMON worship. -Mt. 6:24It demands FAITH. -Mt. 6:19Temporal myopia. -Mt. 6:23Breakthrough Concept #1: Generosity is the gateway to intimacy with God.Three questions brilliant people ask1. Am I using the money entrusted to me in accordance with the OWNER'S wishes?2. Am I carefully keeping account of where all the OWNER'S funds are going?3. Am I becoming “best friends” with the “OWNER” by the privilege and opportunity of managing His resources?Broadcast ResourceSeries ResourcesMessage NotesYear End MatchDouble Your Gift TodayMinistry ReportAdditional ResourcesChristmas GiftsConnect888-333-6003WebsiteChip Ingram AppInstagramFacebookTwitterPartner With UsDonate Online888-333-6003

Want financial freedom and the joy of giving back? Join Chip's new series, "The Genius of Generosity," starting now!Four reasons it's genius to be generous:1. Generosity CHANGES our lives. -Acts 20:35; Pr. 11:252. Generosity CONNECTS us with others.3. Generosity helps us INVEST in what matters. -Mt. 6:19-244. Generosity FREES our hearts. Question: If generosity is so smart, why isn't everyone doing it?WEALTH is powerful and deceptive. -Mt. 13:22The lure of MAMMON worship. -Mt. 6:24It demands FAITH. -Mt. 6:19Temporal myopia. -Mt. 6:23Breakthrough Concept #1: Generosity is the gateway to intimacy with God.Three questions brilliant people ask1. Am I using the money entrusted to me in accordance with the OWNER'S wishes?2. Am I carefully keeping account of where all the OWNER'S funds are going?3. Am I becoming “best friends” with the “OWNER” by the privilege and opportunity of managing His resources?Broadcast ResourceSeries ResourcesMessage NotesYear End MatchDouble Your Gift TodayMinistry ReportAdditional ResourcesChristmas GiftsConnect888-333-6003WebsiteChip Ingram AppInstagramFacebookTwitterPartner With UsDonate Online888-333-6003

Transferable Concept #5: Teach them to live GRACE FILLED livesA theology of grace1. It's the unmerited and unconditional FAVOR of God toward us - 1 Jn 4:192. It's free to us, but COSTLY to God -1 Cr 6:19-203. The CROSS is God's greatest act of grace -Ro 5:84. SALVATION is a free gift from God -Ro 6:235. It must be received by FAITH -Ep 2:8-96. It produces GRATITUDE toward God and love toward others -Ti 2:11-127. Old Testament roots: Gn 3:21, 6:88. Biblical profiles: David, Peter9. New Testament command: Jn 3:16-18, Ep 2:8-9, 1 Pt 1:13Teach them that failure is never final1. Encourage them to MEDITATE on the lives of David and Peter, a murderer, adulterer, and betrayer among God's most beloved and mightily used servants2. Help them remove the power of the SECRECY and condemnation by practicing repentance and confession with some mature believers you can trust3. Teach them to REFUSE a "performance-orientation" with God; the relationship is always grace-orientation.Life message: You were created to RECEIVE grace and to give grace!Broadcast ResourceDownload Free MP3Message NotesYear End MatchDouble Your Gift TodayMinistry ReportAdditional ResourcesChristmas GiftsConnect888-333-6003WebsiteChip Ingram AppInstagramFacebookTwitterPartner With UsDonate Online888-333-6003

Transferable Concept #5: Teach them to live GRACE FILLED livesA theology of grace1. It's the unmerited and unconditional FAVOR of God toward us - 1 Jn 4:192. It's free to us, but COSTLY to God -1 Cr 6:19-203. The CROSS is God's greatest act of grace -Ro 5:84. SALVATION is a free gift from God -Ro 6:235. It must be received by FAITH -Ep 2:8-96. It produces GRATITUDE toward God and love toward others -Ti 2:11-127. Old Testament roots: Gn 3:21, 6:88. Biblical profiles: David, Peter9. New Testament command: Jn 3:16-18, Ep 2:8-9, 1 Pt 1:13Teach them that failure is never final1. Encourage them to MEDITATE on the lives of David and Peter, a murderer, adulterer, and betrayer among God's most beloved and mightily used servants2. Help them remove the power of the SECRECY and condemnation by practicing repentance and confession with some mature believers you can trust3. Teach them to REFUSE a "performance-orientation" with God; the relationship is always grace-orientation.Life message: You were created to RECEIVE grace and to give grace!Broadcast ResourceDownload Free MP3Message NotesYear End MatchDouble Your Gift TodayMinistry ReportAdditional ResourcesChristmas GiftsConnect888-333-6003WebsiteChip Ingram AppInstagramFacebookTwitterPartner With UsDonate Online888-333-6003

What's the process for good, wise decisions? Chip lays out 4 ways to help children evaluate circumstances and make choices they'll be glad they made.Transferable Concept #4: Teach them to make WISE choices.A theology of holinessGod is high and holy, “TOTALLY other.” -Rev 4:8-11God is absolute TRUTH. -Jn 14:6God's WORD defines absolute truth. -Jn 17:17God's LAW (morals) are for our protection. -Ps 119God's ultimate aim is to make us HOLY. -Rom 8:29Old Testament roots -Ex 3:5-6; Is 6:1-8Biblical profiles: Moses, StephenNew Testament command: 1 Pt 1:15-16Help them learn to make wise choices:1. Encourage them to saturate their minds with the TRUTH. The Bible, great books, videos -Rom 8:5-8, Jn 8:322. Encourage them to HANG OUT with wise, godly people. -Pr 13:203. Model for them how to ASK GOD for discernment and wisdom. -Ph 1:9-11, Jas 1:54. Teach them to monitor their EXPOSURE to the media.-Rom 12:2Life message: Holy living allows you to experience God's BEST for your life.Broadcast ResourceDownload Free MP3Message NotesYear End MatchDouble Your Gift TodayMinistry ReportAdditional ResourcesChristmas GiftsConnect888-333-6003WebsiteChip Ingram AppInstagramFacebookTwitterPartner With UsDonate Online888-333-6003