Telling the Truth for Women on Oneplace.com

It's easy to get discouraged when we're praying for a family member or a loved one and we just don't see God answering our prayers. In those times, we might tend to tell God how and when He should answer the prayer instead of having faith that His answer to our prayers might be in a way or at a time that is different than we imagine—but better!In this message, Jill gives us the example of Elijah and the widow and her son at Zarephath. Sharing her own personal stories, Jill encourages us to keep praying for our loved ones in any circumstances. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1141/29

When we think of the “heroes of the faith,” we tend to focus on the tasks they accomplished and the people they encouraged—but the things they accomplished on their feet wouldn't have happened if they hadn't spent time on their knees in prayer. Even Elijah had to start somewhere! He was a shepherd in a small town who cultivated “the hidden life” of prayer before God called him to change his world.In this message, Jill walks us through Elijah's story, before the majestic displays of God's glory on Mount Carmel, to a life fueled by prayer and trust in the Lord. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1141/29

How's your prayer life? Are your prayers childish, easily distracted, unfocused and lacking in passion, seeing prayer as a way to get what you want? Or are they heartfelt, fervent, and effective… prayer that works?Drawing from the prophet Elijah's fervent prayer life and his prayers for rain in a drought, Jill guides us in becoming great “pray-ers” and encourages us that effective prayer takes time and work but is completely worthwhile. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1141/29

Our kids often look at famous athletes, singers, and actors to be their role models or examples of how they want to be. But did you know that they often follow your actions and examples, too? And you may not realize it, but there may be other people in your life who look to you to set a good example. In this message, Jill discusses the importance of being a good example and gives us practical ways we can do so. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1141/29

Is worshiping God the central focus of your life? Well, if it isn't, it should be. In this message, Jill Briscoe looks at the book of Exodus and focuses on the tabernacle that Moses built to help us gain a better understanding of what it really means to worship God. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1141/29

What kind of spiritual gifts do you have? For many of us, it's hard to know. But it's easier than you think to discover the wonderful gifts God has given you. In this message, Jill explains how by just looking at our lives and our day to day activities we can discover how to use our talents for God's will and purposes. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1141/29

Most of us can think of a time when we had a craving for something sweet… a cookie, ice cream, or a brownie. For some, this kind of craving can result in an internal battle. The flesh says yes, but the mind may be thinking of the ramifications and may want to say no. The same is true with the sin in our lives. The mind may understand that it's a bad thing to do, but the body may just react and sin out of habit or discouragement. In this message, Jill shares how we can combat sin and be holy. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1141/29

Many of us live a Christian life that's like a saggy bed. We're rock firm on one end and rock firm on the other. We know we've accepted Christ, and we know we're going to heaven when we die. But we sag in the middle. So how do we fix the sag? In this message, Jill helps us learn to obey and apply what the Bible teaches so that we can grow in our faith. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1141/29

Often times, you'll hear runners talk about the "wall" they hit when they are running. They can either stop running or push through the wall. Although it's hard to push through the wall, the reward is great because they usually experience a surge of energy and feel like they could run forever. As Christians, we can hit a "wall" that makes us feel stuck in our Christian walk. Although it's hard to push through it, when we do, we see a huge growth spurt. In this message, Jill explains how we can push through our "wall" to grow as a Christian. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1141/29

When you think of witnessing, what comes to mind? Many think witnessing is scary and intimidating. Others think it's something that just pastors and ministry leaders should do. But God believes witnessing is everyone's job, and He has given each and every one of us the tools to do it. In this message, Jill explains how we can learn to witness. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1141/29

How are you pouring into those younger than yourself? What kind of legacy are you building to leave for your children? Jill Briscoe takes us to Proverbs 31:1-9 to ponder the words King Lemuel wrote fondly about his mother and the faith she passed along to him.Whatever age or stage we're at, God calls us to be a blessing to the next generation. The gifts God has given us never age, and they're supposed to be used. Jill encourages us to start loving, teaching, and praying for the younger ones coming along. The impact will be not only on the next generation, but for eternity! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1141/29

The fields are ready—people are dry and waiting to hear a message of hope, meaning and purpose of life. The seed, the Word of God, is dynamic, powerful, precious and full of life. God calls those in His kingdom to share this good news. Like a farmer sowing seed, we are to be spiritual farmers generously spreading God's truth.But why is it so hard to share our faith? Is it that we're waiting for perfect weather before risking to go out in the fields? Or are we not seeing the lost the way God does? Are we not aware there's an enemy circling us, seeking to thwart our plans and snatch the seed?With attention-grabbing stories and personal insight, Jill teaches in this single message to focus on being good soil—taking God's truth and with His watering, producing a spiritual harvest for His kingdom. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1141/29

Even though the Bible continues to be the leading best seller, fewer people are actually reading it. That's unfortunate because God's Word is just as powerful and life changing today as it has always been! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1141/29

The Word of God tells us that there are two life roads—one leads to eternal life, the other to eternal death. There is an art to staying on the right road. There will be pitfalls and enemies who seek to trip us up and distract, divert, and destroy us along the way. But Jill Briscoe shows us that the Holy Spirit will guide, direct, and empower us to keep on walking in the everlasting way! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1141/29

What does it mean to live in the Word? How do you hear His voice and apply it to your daily life? Jill Briscoe shows us that it starts with bringing your heart, your mind, and your will when you sit down and spend time reading His Word. Psalm 119:18 says, Open my eyes that I may see wonderful things in your law. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1141/29

When you come to familiar Scriptures, do you tend to pass them by? Most of us have heard Psalm 23, describing the Shepherd's relationship with His sheep. Take time and allow the Lord to give you a fresh revelation on these verses as Jill Briscoe shares her heart and perspective on one of her favorite passages in Scripture. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1141/29

If someone were to ask you today what your purpose in life is, would you be able to confidently answer?Finding your life's purpose can be challenging. As Christians, we know our primary calling is to follow Jesus, but how are we supposed to be practically spending our days?In this message, Jill Briscoe reminds you that God has a specific plan for your life—and it's never too late to figure out what it is. Jesus wants you to join Him on the grand adventure He has in store for your life. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1141/29

How do you know what love looks like? Maybe you grew up in a household of care and support, and you feel you have a pretty good grasp on the concept. But maybe you've experienced some painful relationships, and you really struggle to know what love truly is.In this message, Jill Briscoe points out the beautiful ways you can understand love as it's described in Scripture. You'll learn how to receive love from God and others and how to allow Christ to express love through you. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1141/29

Sometimes life knocks us down. We fail, make mistakes, and fall flat on our face. But while we can't always keep ourselves from falling, we can control what happens next.In this message, Jill Briscoe shares how when we fall, we have the opportunity to experience restoration through Jesus—but only if we're willing to stand up again. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1141/29

Do you see Jesus as your friend? Do you believe He considers you one?Jesus isn't just a historical figure you can read about. He is your friend, and He desires to have a relationship with you like the closest friendship you could possibly imagine.In this message, Jill Briscoe teaches what it means to know Christ, have Him know you thoroughly, and let Him live His life through you. You'll learn to see Jesus as your forever best friend and source of life. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1141/29

When Christ came into the world, He didn't come so He could be served—He came to serve. As Christians, we have the same purpose, but our tendencies toward self-centeredness and independence can easily get in the way of how Jesus wants to serve others through us.In this message, Jill Briscoe gives some practical ways for us to break free from our selfishness, step into dependence on Jesus, and live lives that have a lasting, eternal impact on those around us. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1141/29

When the storms of life come and the waves are crashing violently, do you find it difficult to trust that God is present and working?Whether or not you can see Him, Jesus is walking on the water in the midst of your storm—and He's asking you to step out in faith and trust Him.In this message, Jill Briscoe uses the story of Peter walking on water to teach how you can learn to trust Jesus more passionately and confidently even in the midst of life's most challenging storms. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1141/29

Once you become a Christian, what happens next? When Jesus called His disciples, He had one very simple request: “Follow me.” But although the phrase is simple, living it out doesn't always seem so easy.Jill Briscoe looks at how five disciples came to Christ and started to passionately follow Him. She'll explain how following Jesus is a way of purpose, fulfillment, and endless adventure. It's better than any life you could dream up on your own. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1141/29

Have you received Christ into your life? How can you confidently tell?Maybe you've become a Christian but you sometimes doubt your salvation because you're not seeing change in your life. So, what should your life as a Christian look like?In this message, Jill Briscoe explains the evidence of a life marked by Jesus and shares how you can confidently know that you have received Christ. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1141/29

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