Thrivecast

Many pastors have been professionally educated and extensively trained. The problem is – we are facing a massive discipleship crisis. I've found that much of our training doesn't help get at the root of this problem. Deep change requires...

Deborah Pegues offers hope in the midst of the crazy. She identifies common primary emotions that may be the root of your anger and offers Scripture-based responses to deal with them. Receive the book “30 Days to Taming Your Anger” for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring...

In light of the landmark decision of the Supreme Court on “Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health”, Professor Helen Alvaré and Dr. Al Mohler provide analysis, discuss the implications, and explain how believers need to continue to be involved in the fight to preserve life as the battle heads to the states. Donate today, and you...

Jesus offers us deep, inner rest— not just rest for the body, but rest for the soul. In this sermon, we'll learn: 1) Why we need rest; 2) What rest is; and 3) How to get rest.  This sermon was preached by Dr. Timothy Keller at Redeemer Presbyterian Churc...

In this broadcast, Dr. Kevin Leman explains how birth order affects your relationships with your spouse, and offers advice on managing challenges in your marriage that stem from your placement in your family of origin. Receive “The Birth Order Book” for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring...

In the Gospel accounts of the life of Jesus, we often see people responding to what Jesus has claimed about who he is. John the Baptist asks Jesus: “Are you the one?” This sermon explores why that question is so important, and what Jesus's answer is. We ...

NT Wright and popular historian Tom Holland continue their discussion about the way the writings and theology of St Paul changed the modern world. Watch the conversation between Tom Holland and NT Wright: https://youtu.be/nlf_ULB26cU For Mikhai...

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis discusses the critical importance of intact two-parent families, the need to defend preborn children, to protect elementary children from sexual and gender ideology in public schools and the integrity of women's sports. He also shares about the importance of maintaining freedom of speech and religion in the face of Big Tech...

How do you respond when things get stressful? For a lot of us, we react with anger or annoyance. But what if there was a better way? In this week's episode, Francis Chan points us to James 1:19. He reminds us what it means to slow down and show grace in ...

John Burke reminds us that God is the source of life and of our contentment and joy. He gives us a clear picture of what it looks like to do life with God and how you can trust Him with your strongest and deepest desires. (Part 2 of 2) Receive the book “Soul Revolution” for...

Jesus overturning the tables at the temple is the only recorded act of violence by Jesus we see in the Bible. To understand why, we have to answer two questions: 1) What does the temple mean? and 2) What does the cleansing of the temple mean?  This sermo...

Julie Lyles Carr offers insights on how you can cultivate and encourage the special, distinct qualities of your child’s personality in a discussion based on her book, “Raising an Original: Parenting Each Child According to Their Unique God-Given Temperament”. Receive Julie Lyles Carr’s book “Raising an Original” for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-daily-broadcast-product-2022-06-20?refcd=1429708 Get...

On the cross, Jesus Christ gave Christians a new attitude toward the world — one of mission and servanthood. How does the cross turn us into servants? This sermon will show us that 1) Jesus came to give his life as a ransom and 2) The cross creates a new...

Who was Paul? What difference did he make to the world? What do we know about his conversion? Justin sat down with NT Wright and popular historian Tom Holland to talk about NT Wright's then-recently published book Paul: A Biography in a conversation th...

Author Gary Chapman explains how couples go through four seasons of marriage – spring, summer, fall and winter and how couples can thrive through each of those seasons. (Part 2 of 2) Receive Gary Chapman’s book “The 4 Seasons of Marriage” for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a...

As time moves forward it is quite easy to be frustrated, angry, and maybe even depressed at the world's current state. You look around and things seem to be falling apart. You look inside yourself to muster up your own peace but can't find it there eithe...

Author Gary Chapman explains how couples go through four seasons of marriage – spring, summer, fall and winter and how couples can thrive through each of those seasons. (Part 1 of 2) Receive Gary Chapman’s book “The 4 Seasons of Marriage” for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a...

This sermon explores what it means to overcome evil with good: 1) What does “overcome evil” mean?; 2) How is it done?; and 3) Why is it done in this way?  This sermon was preached by Dr. Timothy Keller at Redeemer Presbyterian Church on March 13, 1994. S...

Amy Carroll shares how her perfectionism led to her being discontent in her marriage for over a decade, how she learned to find value in who Christ is, not in what she does, and practical ways everyone can accept the messiness of marriage and of life. Receive Amy Carroll’s book “Breaking Up With Perfect” for your...

For those of you who don't know OTE is a new sports league that takes the world's most talented young basketball players and gives them a better pathway to becoming professional athletes! James heads their performance coaching and helps all of the OTE players develop athletically and physically. He and I talk about part of his life journey from his own athletic career to finding his purpose as a professional.

Raul Ries grew up with an alcoholic father who physically abused him and his mother. Raul himself became a very angry and violent young man. After his wife had threatened to leave him, he intended to kill her. Raul was bent on a murderous rampage when he had a dramatic, life-changing encounter with Jesus Christ....

In the Bible, we often see people engaging Jesus in debate or argument about different theological or moral issues. In this passage, we see religious leaders attempting to nail down Jesus's politics. In this sermon, we will see 1) A revolutionary questio...

Does taking anti-depressant medication mean I'm failing to trust God? I was told to read the Bible to cure my eating disorder - how do we educate the church? How do I reconcile the Biblical command 'do not be anxious' with chronic anxiety? Tom answers ...

Dr. Os Guinness shares deep insights into the current chaos in the United States in what is a cultural revolution. He inspires believers to be agents of justice and compassion, offering solutions for the restoration of true freedom, which leads to peace and order in society. Receive the book “The Magna Carta of Humanity” for...

The Apostle Peter tells us in 1 Peter to “sanctify Christ as Lord in our hearts, and to always be ready to make a defense to everyone who asks you to give an account for the hope that is in us.” In this week's episode, Francis Chan sits down with Apologi...

Becky Harling offers practical ways you can intentionally listen to your child. From learning to give her a voice to the importance of non-verbal communication to teaching him how to make wise decisions, you'll see how listening is one of the most important components of parenting. Receive the book “How to Listen So Your Kids...

In the Bible, we often see people engaging Jesus in debate or argument about different theological or moral issues. This passage helps us understand the nature of morality, or what it means to live a moral life. In this sermon, we will see 1) The problem...

Ann White's marriage was in desperate trouble, but she was terrified to let anyone know. She discusses how God helped her to break through dysfunctional patterns and finally ask for help. Hear this courageous story about a marriage restored. (Part 2 of 2) Receive Ann White’s book “Courage for Life” for your donation of any...

Most leaders are consumed with solving problems, putting out fires, and managing people. Most leaders are taught that THIS is good leadership! But the truth is, if you want to be a transformational leader, you must learn to lead from the...

Ann White's marriage was in desperate trouble, but she was terrified to let anyone know. She discusses how God helped her to break through dysfunctional patterns and finally ask for help. Hear this courageous story about a marriage restored. (Part 1 of 2) Receive Ann White’s book “Courage for Life” for your donation of any...

How do you know that God loves you? And what is the proof that His love is alive in you? In this week's message, Pastor Francis Chan reminds us that the evidence of God's Spirit in our lives is fruit – outer works that reveal the Father's love overflowin...

Although prayer and spirituality are very popular in our culture, we will see that what the Bible thinks about spirituality and what modern people think about spirituality aren't necessarily the same things at all.  We are exploring Biblical case studies...

Offering his expert advice on money management, radio host Dave Ramsey explains how couples can avoid conflict by negotiating a budget, and how they can teach their children wise financial principles. (Part 1 of 2) Get a copy of “Total Money Makeover” or “Smart Money, Smart Kids” with your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-daily-broadcast-product-2022-01-04?refcd=1297002 Get...

In today's podcast, Pete shares a sermon with an appropriate invitation for 2022 so that you will be encouraged as you lead into a new year.

Offering his expert advice on money management, radio host Dave Ramsey explains how couples can avoid conflict by negotiating a budget, and how they can teach their children wise financial principles. (Part 1 of 2) Get a copy of Total Money Makeover or Smart Money, Smart Kids with your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-daily-broadcast-product-2022-01-04?refcd=1297002 Get...

What does real spirituality and connection with God truly mean? Real spirituality is knowing a God who comes to you and changes the way your heart works.  We are exploring Biblical case studies of people who had authentic and life-changing encounters wit...

We are looking at how Jesus defines what it means to be a Christian. In this message, we are exploring the idea of Jesus as a Bridegroom. We know from reading the Old Testament that God defines himself as the Bridegroom and his people as the bride.  What...

How should Christians handle personal wealth in a way that honours God? Is it wrong to take time for myself and even go on nice holidays? And find out what Tom thinks about the failed European Super League!  · Support the show – give from the USA or UK &...

If you watch the news and consider the current state of the world, it's obvious that we are in desperate need of the Spirit of God. But what is it that creates an atmosphere for His Spirit to move? Is it a perfectly manicured church service or a clever s...

We are looking at the account of the tax collector, Matthew, coming to Christ. By looking at how Jesus brought Matthew to himself, we are laying out important principles about what it means to be a Christian. A Christian is someone who is called by a for...

In today's episode, Pete plays highlights from five of the most popular podcast episodes from 2021.

It's been taught that Christianity is basically like other religions — but Christianity is like nothing else. Everyone who has really become a Christian has had a sense of being awakened from some kind of sleep by an outside force. You thought you unders...

A warm and happy Christmas from Tim and Kathy Keller!

The beginning of the book of John doesn't talk to us about the facts of Christmas — it tells us the meaning of Christmas. This passage from John 1 shows us that the meaning of the coming of Christ is tied to an incident in the life of Jacob. According to...

Liz Curtis Higgs reminds us that God can do the impossible, as reflected in the unexpected pregnancies of two women in the original Christmas story. She explains how Jesus’ coming to Earth impacted those around Him and can impact your family this Christmas, too. Receive Liz Curtis Higgs’ book “The Women of Christmas:: Experience the...

In today's episode, we'll discover that it's only in silence that we learn to pay attention to what God is birthing in and through us.

The book of Proverbs teaches us about wisdom, and wisdom is critically important to have in our relationships. Family relationships can be especially challenging — mistakes, wrong choices, bad patterns of behavior can be absolutely devastating. We need w...

Let's just say you have something to say to a friend that's going to be hard for that person to hear but good for them. Should you tell them now or later? Should you only tell them if certain circumstances present themselves? Or should you not tell them ...

Does the church idolise marriage? I've become a Christian but my partner isn't interested in marriage - what should I do? What if I no longer respect my husband's views? Tom takes listener questions on marriage. · Support the show – give from the USA or ...

When we read scripture, there is a clear difference between when man is speaking and when God is speaking. Hebrews 4:12 describes the Word of God as living and active. While good sermon messages from powerful preachers can be helpful and encouraging, it ...