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Sometimes we think that if we could only get what we want, we would finally be happy. Solomon thought that, too. He had a “getting” obsession, never denying himself anything he wanted, and he became “greater by far than anyone in Jerusalem before [him].” But all these things didn't bring Solomon the happiness he was looking for. Solomon and you and I are all trying to soothe a heart ache that can't be cured by “things” but only by finding our purpose, the reason we were made! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1141/29

Ever feel like something is missing, like you just don't belong? You probably feel that way because it is true! God created us for Himself and put eternity in our hearts—we were not made for here. So how do we make the most of this life where “everything is meaningless, a chasing after the wind” (as Solomon wrote in Ecclesiastes) in a world which is not our home? To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1141/29

Being in a valley isn't proof that God has left us or that He doesn't care. God is our shepherd. He is leading us, protecting and correcting us. This is how we know God's love for us, through his action in our lives. In this message, we learn that God's rod corrects us, like He corrected David after his sin with Bathsheba, but His staff comforts us through these corrections. Loving discipline shows God's love for us. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1141/29

At times, we may feel useless, uncreative, ungifted, and unfit to do God's work. But simply by the fact that God has brought us into a redemptive relationship with Him, we can be encouraged that He has gifted us! The Holy Spirit is our gift; He is our anointing to do the good works that God has prepared in advance for us to do. This message assures us that God has gifted us and God will see us through the tasks He set before us. We can say, as David says, "He has exalted me by helping me to know Him." To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1141/29

No sin is bigger than God's forgiveness and mercy. There will be consequences for sin, but the love of God is the kind of unconditional love that shows mercy when the object of its love lies prostrate and repentant. David learned this when he sinned against God with Bathsheba, he learned the weight of guilt. He also learned that God's mercy is an attribute of His unfailing love. In this message, Jill Briscoe teaches us the importance of letting God love us by letting Him forgive us. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1141/29

When trials and suffering come, where do we turn? We ought to turn to God, the God of all comfort. Suffering in this life is inevitable. David knew that. He wrote his psalms about that. But he wrote with the knowledge that God's love brings comfort, encouragement, freshness, and life to those who pant after Him. In this message, Jill points us to the many resources for encouragement that God has already given us: His Holy Spirit, His word, and His people. God aks us to bring encouragement to those around us. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1141/29

When man makes promises, he rarely follows through. God, on the other hand, can make promises the size of eternity, and He always follows through! God promised David that He would give him a throne that would never pass away. God promised to bring a new covenant to His people through David's line, a covenant that would bring an eternity where there are no broken promises. In this message, we learn of God's faithfulness in His grand promises. We can trust His promises because they are based on His unfailing love! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1141/29

We have all experienced the feeling of spiritual oppression, temptation, or threats. But when David faced Goliath, God was the champion. God fought for the one He loved, just as He will fight for us when we're overwhelmed, because He loves us. In this message, Jill teaches us that God is our rescuer. That doesn't mean He will always rescue us from physical hardships or discomfort, but He will rescue us from sin, and its consequences. He will rescue us from Satan's schemes, from fear, and from ourselves. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1141/29

It's easy for us to question God when He chooses us for a task. We feel unqualified, like God has made a mistake. But God often chooses the unexpected to do His work. David was the definition of unexpected. He was the youngest, the smallest shepherd boy, but he was chosen by God to be king.In this message, Jill shows us that all of us have been anointed and given the ability to receive a calling and equipping from God. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1141/29

Our mere existence is evidence of God's love. When God creates, He creates in love and with purpose. He knows our days, our actions, our thoughts, before we even begin to exist.In this message, Jill Briscoe reminds us that our reaction to God's love for us, as displayed in our creation, ought to be like David's in the psalms—a reaction of praise and obedience. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1141/29

In 2 Kings 4, there's a story about a widow who has run out of options on how to pay her creditors. She's facing the real possibility that she will lose both of her young sons to slavery, as a means of paying her debt. This desperate woman is out of money, out of hope, and out of faith. She's angry at God for the situation she's facing with seemingly no way out. Have you ever felt that way? How do you find peace when your faith is completely out of focus? When the sheer weight of the moment has blinded you to the Holy Spirit at work on your behalf? Jill's message will remind you that God is sufficient. And you have all you need when you have all of Him in all you. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1141/29

It's common today to see women fight in the military, hold political office, and work jobs formerly dominated by men. But 2,000+ years ago, women had few rights and little worth in society. That didn't matter to Jesus—He had a heart for women, and it's shown in every conversation and interaction He had with them. Jill's series teaches about women in the Bible who spent time with Jesus. But if you go deeper, you'll discover its real lesson—no matter what your story is or where you've come from, no matter if you've lived a good life or made mistakes, every woman (every human for that matter!) has the same thing in common. We all need a Savior.Single? Suffering? Sorrowful? Sinful? Then listen closely and hear how much you are valued and loved by God's son. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1141/29

In this message, Jill takes us to Matthew 25 and the parable of the talents. The question is, how faithful are you in maximizing what God has given you? To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1141/29

If you're a single woman, know a single woman, or are the mother or father of a single woman, this message is for you. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1141/29

Mary and Martha opened their home to Jesus. The two were very different types of women. Martha had the gift of hospitality and was a doer. Mary has other, mystical gifts, and was content to sit at the feet of Jesus. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1141/29

Has your perception of sexuality been warped? Our culture feeds us an idolized image of sex that is dramatically distant from God's intent. But just as the world is explicit about sex, so is God's Word! He clearly outlines His intent for the sexual experience.During His ministry, Jesus demonstrated perfect love to all kinds of sinful people—including women known for their sexual sin. Jill points to Christ's encounters with these women, to reveal Jesus' standard for sexual behavior and of His grace when we fall. Can we accept His truth about sex and live according to His grace? To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1141/29

Mary of Nazareth, mother of Jesus, was the best woman that ever graced this earth. Good, so good, but not good enough to get into heaven without the Savior she bore. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1141/29

Do you believe that some sin is too big for God to forgive? Do you wonder if someone who has sinned can be restored and renewed? Can God use them again? Can God use you again?Be comforted. There is “life after sin,” as Jill Briscoe shows us by exploring the life of David.In Psalm 51, David writes about turning around and running into the arms of the loving, merciful, compassionate God who was waiting for him, waiting to take him back. Do you need to turn and run in to the arms of God? He's waiting for you, too. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1141/29

Giant Temptation comes to all of us. All of us know him. He knows us—he knows when our guard is up, and he knows when we're feeling lazy. It's in our times of laziness that we're faced with temptations that we're not prepared for, and we, like David, have to choose whether to go along with the giant of temptation or to get off the rooftop.Have you experienced a time when you've failed to overcome a temptation? Jill Briscoe shows us that the value of David's life story is not only that it shows man's great sin, but that it shows God's even greater forgiveness and grace. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1141/29

There is a battle going on around us. Do you realize that? We are fighting a battle against the foes of the Lord. Maybe you've felt this battle in the giants you're facing in life, the problems that bog you down. Here's the good news: God calls, equips, and empowers His servants for the good fight of faith against the giants of this world.David's story is a perfect illustration of God calling His people to face different giants throughout life. In this message, Jill Briscoe shows us how God equipped David with everything he needed to be victorious in each battle. If we allow Him to work through us, God will equip us, too. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1141/29

We learn in Scripture how God wrestled Jacob to the ground one night and turned him upside down—so he could live right-side up. Jacob became a “prince” with God instead of a pain.When we're suffering the consequences of our own poor choices; when we're bearing the brunt of someone's vengeance and anger; when we feel absolutely on our own and life is not working out as planned, that's when God will turn up. He wants to walk down the stairway of heaven right into our hearts to make us aware of His personal interest and concern. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1141/29

A woman's identity is revealed in Creation, obscured by the Fall, but renewed in Redemption.What does that say about her role in the home, family, church, and workplace? Jill offers a Christian point of view on this hotly debated issue. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1141/29

Gale force winds can come at any time and in any season. Sometimes storm clouds warn of their imminent arrival, but other times you wake up surprised by the strong gusts that have pushed in under the cover of darkness.But what about when the storms aren't outside your window, but inside your life? Where should you turn?One place to find the answer is in the book of Isaiah, one of Jill's favorite books in the Bible. Jill teaches about the character of God by sharing how He cared for the Israelites and Isaiah, but she also shares practical stories from her many years of ministry to illustrate God's promise to shelter us when things get difficult. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1141/29

If you have little children in your life, you may have heard of “teachable moments.” That's when you take an ordinary occurrence and tie it to a bigger, more important lesson. In this message, Jill shares how Jesus never missed a teachable moment, and we have the opportunity to use them to share Christ. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1141/29

Gale force winds can come at any time and in any season. Sometimes storm clouds warn of their imminent arrival, but other times you wake up surprised by the strong gusts that have pushed in under the cover of darkness.But what about when the storms aren't outside your window, but inside your life? Where should you turn?One place to find the answer is in the book of Isaiah, one of Jill's favorite books in the Bible. Jill teaches about the character of God by sharing how He cared for the Israelites and Isaiah, but she also shares practical stories from her many years of ministry to illustrate God's promise to shelter us when things get difficult. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1141/29

Have you lost your joy? It can be hard when life is swirling around you and beating you down, but true joy is found in praising God for who He is and what He's doing, even when you can't see it.“'To whom will you compare me? Or who is my equal?' says the Holy One. Lift up your eyes and look to the heavens: Who created all these? He who brings out the starry host one by one and calls forth each of them by name.” Isaiah 40:25-26 To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1141/29

In many of the remaining monarchies, the kings and queens are much beloved by their people, but they have very little real power. Sadly, many believers relate to Jesus the same way. They proclaim Jesus to be King of Kings and the Lord of their lives, but they make all the decisions! When we let Christ truly reign, amazing things happen. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1141/29

Imagine opening a door to heaven and seeing God on His glorious throne. That's something the prophet Isaiah was blessed to see, and it changed his understanding of God forever!In this message, Jill Briscoe highlights God's life-changing character as revealed in Isaiah's heavenly vision—encouraging you to answer His call in faith and worship. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1141/29

We belong to God because He created us. He loves us, and it pains Him when we when we go after other lovers. He longs for us to turn from our worldly ways and run into His arms."Do not fear, for I have redeemed you; I have summoned you by name; you are mine." Isaiah 43:1 To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1141/29

Relationships need nurturing, and that takes time and effort. It's the same with God. You may have been introduced to Him, and even initiated a relationship with Him, but how well do you really know Him? To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1141/29

You probably don't need to be convinced about how important it is to share life with others. To be friendless in a friendless world is a frightening thing. But have you ever struggled to develop meaningful and precious friendships?In this message, Jill Briscoe teaches about being vulnerable in our relationships and how friendship can deeply impact our lives. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1141/29

As someone who is made in the image of God, you have a better understanding than you might think about His longing desire for companionship and friendship.Are You a Friend of God? explores Scripture that reveals God's friendships with His people. Enoch was God's walking and talking friend, Job was His hurting friend, and Moses was His waiting friend. What kind of friend are you?In this message Jill Briscoe will shift how you think about your relationship with God and challenge you to identify, and grow in yourself, the characteristics that God is looking for in a friend. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1141/29

Have you ever noticed how kids try to hide things they've done wrong—a broken family heirloom, a bad report card, or a dent in the car? As much as he or she tries to hide the mistake, most often the parents find out. The same is true of our sin. As much as we try to bury our sin, God always knows about it. But how do we confront it?In this message by Jill, she teaches us what to do with sin so that we can make God the true ruler of our lives. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1141/29

Jill Briscoe will freely admit that even as a Christian, she struggles with worry—and she's not alone. Battling against worry and reclaiming the energy and abundant life that worry steals from us is a daily battle for so many people. Are you ready to learn how to rule worrisome situations and not be ruled by them?In this message, Jill shares the turning point in her life when she finally felt the worry war pivot in her favor—and it had a lot to do with studying the story of Joshua and the battle of Jericho. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1141/29

Life is full of many battles—big and small. An unexpected death, a bad relationship, or a rebellious teenager can lead to emotional battles that cause us pain and despair. It can be tough to understand how we'll get through it.In this message, Jill explores the life of Joshua and shows us how God helps us fight and win our battles. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1141/29

We all can remember a time in our lives when we felt inadequate for something—parenting, a new job, or an unexpected life event. It's during these times that we can't help but think, "I can't do this."In this message, Jill teaches us how we can follow God's will for our lives by not only saying, "I can," but also saying, "I will." Jill tells the story about Stuart, at the age of 17, being asked to teach about the Church at Ephesus. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1141/29

Do you ever feel like you've lost your fire for God? Maybe you find yourself just "doing" your walk with Christ instead of having passion and drive to dig deeper. When we lose the fire, the rest of our faith suffers.In this message, Jill teaches us how we can reignite the fire to seek a more intimate relationship with God. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1141/29

Can God revive the believer and animate the moral corpse of the unbeliever? In other words, “Can these bones live?” Ezekiel had a vision and a mission that can be ours. What God is looking for is a “blessing bone.” To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1141/29

The Bible, in both the Old Testament and New Testament, overflows with images of the Water of Life: storms and rain; streams in the desert; springs and wells; rivers, waterfalls, and watersheds; and the gentle dew of heaven. Water is a symbol of the Holy Spirit. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1141/29

Who is the Holy Spirit and what does the Bible say about His work today? Can I experience the supply of His sustaining power in my life?This teaching is also available in Jill's book A Little Pot of Oil. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1141/29

In Psalm 71, we have a man in his middle years looking back, looking around, and looking forward. He is musing over some of his life lessons of faith and wisdom, seeking to finish strong. This is a good exercise for all of us… whatever age we are! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1141/29

God will use you, no matter how broken you are, if you are obedient. This is the lesson we can learn from the book of Esther.Esther started as a simple Jewish girl. But God asked her to be obedient, and she ended up risking her life to go before the king and make a request that her people be saved. She went with the knowledge that she would most likely be killed. But Esther had faith and was obedient. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1141/29

Most of us like to put our roots down and feel secure. We don't like change. We don't like being pushed into situations where we'll risk anything. But sometimes God calls us to do this!God calls us to be believers, like Esther and Mordecai, who care enough about the souls of others that we risk our own comfort, and sometimes our own lives, in order to fight for the lives of those around us.Jill teaches us how to be believers who care enough to dare—believers with courage to do the right thing even when we're afraid! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1141/29

Upholding the "Christian" label in a world like ours is vulnerable—it's risky. If we live rightly in our wrong world, sooner or later we will find ourselves in conflict or threatened.When Esther's people, the Jews, were threatened, she had to choose whether or not she was going to stand up for them against the persecution of Haman. Would she keep her identity as a Jew a secret and save herself? Or would she stick her neck out and try to save the Jews?Jill encourages us to be like Esther, and to be unashamed of the Gospel message in our witness. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1141/29

Have you experienced a darkening sky in your life? When you find yourself there, do you shine brighter for it, or flicker out? Esther's life seemed to be a downward spiral of difficulties. But she continued to shine brightly for God in the unbelieving kingdom of which she was now queen.As Jill takes you through the amazing story of Esther, a simple Jewish girl made queen, you will see that you, too, can be empowered by God to keep shining his light, even in an ever darkening sky. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1141/29

Sometimes God's will isn't what we would have picked out for ourselves. It isn't what we want. And it's difficult to accept.Esther's life didn't turn out how she wanted it to. She found herself separated from her family and married to the unbelieving King of Persia. Through these trials, God made Esther into a Supernova, shining even more brightly in the hardships. But before she could get there, she had to die to her own dreams and her own plan. Are you willing to do the same? To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1141/29

If God called you to a difficult task in a difficult place, would you shine light into that place? Would you, like Esther, be a star for God? Esther is a great example of someone who faced seemingly impossible circumstances. She was forced to marry a very powerful, very worldly man: the King of Persia.While not many of us can relate to such a circumstance as Esther had, we can learn from her faith and obedience. You are right in center stage of where God wants you to be and what God wants you to do in your life. Will you be obedient? To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1141/29

In this Mother's Day message, Jill Briscoe guides us as we think about our mothers. We celebrate all the things they did right, and we are grateful. But there are some things mothers cannot do… that only God can do! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1141/29

When the Holy Spirit comes into our lives, we receive all of Him into all of us. But did you know that we can abuse Him? He is abused when we suppress Him, quench Him, or subdue Him. Limiting Him to only certain areas of our lives is considered abuse… and a sin. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1141/29

In us there is a well of water that continually quenches our thirst. It is the Holy Spirit that flows like a stream in our hearts. When we call on Him, the river overflows and refreshes our souls, enabling us to do God's work without getting burnt out. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1141/29

In the Scriptures, oil is used as a symbol of joy and gladness. And we as Christians have a little pot of oil in us that will never run dry. The Holy Spirit is the oil in our lamps that keeps us burning, allowing us to be a light in this dark world. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1141/29