Podcast appearances and mentions of Chuck Swindoll

1 Thessalonians 4:9–12 Many Christians struggle to relate with non-Christians. We might ignore them or offend them, but Paul calls us to behave properly toward them (1 Thessalonians 4:9–12). Pastor Chuck Swindoll presents four specific actions from Paul's instructions to the Thessalonians about living among non-Christians. Understand that non-Christians are watching and listening, so determine to live wisely in sensitivity and grace toward others.

1 Thessalonians 4:1–9 Does the word holiness intimidate you? Have you ever wondered about the will of God? First Thessalonians 4:1–9 clarifies both questions. Join Pastor Chuck Swindoll in a look at God's will for our sexual lives. In a world bent on shouting a different message, listen to God's truth to find peace and purity. Press on toward holiness by following God's way. Experience the blessing that will follow!

1 Thessalonians 4:1–9 Does the word holiness intimidate you? Have you ever wondered about the will of God? First Thessalonians 4:1–9 clarifies both questions. Join Pastor Chuck Swindoll in a look at God's will for our sexual lives. In a world bent on shouting a different message, listen to God's truth to find peace and purity. Press on toward holiness by following God's way. Experience the blessing that will follow

1 Thessalonians 4:1–9 Does the word holiness intimidate you? Have you ever wondered about the will of God? First Thessalonians 4:1–9 clarifies both questions. Join Pastor Chuck Swindoll in a look at God's will for our sexual lives. In a world bent on shouting a different message, listen to God's truth to find peace and purity. Press on toward holiness by following God's way. Experience the blessing that will follow!

1 Thessalonians 3:9–13 What do people want or need to confidently say, “I am really living!” The answer may surprise you. Hear Pastor Chuck Swindoll teach on the fulfilling life of faith from 1 Thessalonians 3:9–13. Paul lacked much materially, but he overflowed with joy, prayer, love, and holiness. Imitate Paul, as he looked to Christ, and find that you will grow in wisdom and depth too!

1 Thessalonians 3:9–13 What do people want or need to confidently say, “I am really living!” The answer may surprise you. Hear Pastor Chuck Swindoll teach on the fulfilling life of faith from 1 Thessalonians 3:9–13. Paul lacked much materially, but he overflowed with joy, prayer, love, and holiness. Imitate Paul, as he looked to Christ, and find that you will grow in wisdom and depth too!

1 Thessalonians 3:1–8 Suffering is inevitable in the life of a maturing Christian. When troubles come, we can either resist them or let them press us closer to Christ. Follow along as Pastor Chuck Swindoll looks at suffering in the life of Paul as well as in the lives of the Thessalonian church (1 Thessalonians 3:1–8). When your comfort zone gets squeezed, learn to see it as expected and essential. Resolve to see adversity as an opportunity to stay firmly committed to Jesus in your trials.

1 Thessalonians 3:1–8 Suffering is inevitable in the life of a maturing Christian. When troubles come, we can either resist them or let them press us closer to Christ. Follow along as Pastor Chuck Swindoll looks at suffering in the life of Paul as well as in the lives of the Thessalonian church (1 Thessalonians 3:1–8). When your comfort zone gets squeezed, learn to see it as expected and essential. Resolve to see adversity as an opportunity to stay firmly committed to Jesus in your trials.

1 Thessalonians 2:13–20 Paul's ministry to the Thessalonians exemplifies effective leadership and responsive following. These early Christians were marked by gratitude, contentment, and joy. Open your Bible to 1 Thessalonians 2:13–20 to learn from Pastor Chuck Swindoll about the qualities that make a supportive church member. Resolve to welcome the truth, accept your circumstances, and affirm others. You, too, will become a compelling encourager.

1 Thessalonians 2:13–20 Paul's ministry to the Thessalonians exemplifies effective leadership and responsive following. These early Christians were marked by gratitude, contentment, and joy. Open your Bible to 1 Thessalonians 2:13–20 to learn from Pastor Chuck Swindoll about the qualities that make a supportive church member. Resolve to welcome the truth, accept your circumstances, and affirm others. You, too, will become a compelling encourager.

This message on the theme of thanking our God is based on a well-loved psalm that focuses on some of the more personal reasons we're so grateful to our God.(Rebroadcast from February 28, 2021) To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.lightsource.com/donate/1447/29

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

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

1 Thessalonians 1:1–10 If you boil it down, a church with “the right stuff” believes the right message and behaves in the right manner. Its members live compelling lives, like the early church in Thessalonica. Take a look at 1 Thessalonians 1 with Pastor Chuck Swindoll. Learn from one of Paul's earliest epistles to a local church. Does your church have the right stuff? Find encouragement and insight for you and your church.

1 Thessalonians 1:1–10 If you boil it down, a church with “the right stuff” believes the right message and behaves in the right manner. Its members live compelling lives, like the early church in Thessalonica. Take a look at 1 Thessalonians 1 with Pastor Chuck Swindoll. Learn from one of Paul's earliest epistles to a local church. Does your church have the right stuff? Find encouragement and insight for you and your church.

2 Chronicles 26:1–21 How quickly monuments erected in our own names and for our own glory come crashing down, taking us with them. The rise and fall of King Uzziah, recorded in 2 Chronicles 26, is a pertinent example of this tragedy. Tune in to hear Pastor Chuck Swindoll teach on pride, leadership, and God's glory. Learn the telltale signs of a ministry or a leader hoarding glory for themselves instead of giving it back to God. Determine to give God all the praise!

This message on the theme of thanking our God is based on a well-loved psalm that focuses on some of the more personal reasons we're so grateful to our God.(Rebroadcast from February 21, 2021) To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.lightsource.com/donate/1447/29

2 Chronicles 26:1–21 How quickly monuments erected in our own names and for our own glory come crashing down, taking us with them. The rise and fall of King Uzziah, recorded in 2 Chronicles 26, is a pertinent example of this tragedy. Tune in to hear Pastor Chuck Swindoll teach on pride, leadership, and God's glory. Learn the telltale signs of a ministry or a leader hoarding glory for themselves instead of giving it back to God. Determine to give God all the praise!

2 Chronicles 26:1–21 How quickly monuments erected in our own names and for our own glory come crashing down, taking us with them. The rise and fall of King Uzziah, recorded in 2 Chronicles 26, is a pertinent example of this tragedy. Tune in to hear Pastor Chuck Swindoll teach on pride, leadership, and God's glory. Learn the telltale signs of a ministry or a leader hoarding glory for themselves instead of giving it back to God. Determine to give God all the praise!

2 Kings 5:15–27 Secret greed is a subtle, yet overpowering temptation. How easy it can be for our desires to get out of whack! Uncover with Pastor Chuck Swindoll how one deceitful act led to disastrous consequences (2 Kings 5). Watch Gehazi's secret greed unfold. Guard against discontentment, rationalization, and deception in your own life!

2 Kings 5:15–27 Secret greed is a subtle, yet overpowering temptation. How easy it can be for our desires to get out of whack! Uncover with Pastor Chuck Swindoll how one deceitful act led to disastrous consequences (2 Kings 5). Watch Gehazi's secret greed unfold. Guard against discontentment, rationalization, and deception in your own life!

2 Kings 5:1–14 What do a military officer, servant girl, deadly disease, and muddy water have in common? Tune in to hear Pastor Chuck Swindoll teach on the truth found in 2 Kings 5. Discover how Naaman's story reflects the spiritual journey many people go on as they turn to Jesus Christ. Reflect on the relief found only in your Savior. Look to Him and be cleansed. Eagerly share the good news with others!

Pastor Chuck Swindoll brings his “Following in the Footsteps of the Faithful” series based on Hebrews 10:35–12:17 to an end with his 12th and final message. Let's all resolve to finish strong!(Rebroadcast from February 14, 2021) To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.lightsource.com/donate/1447/29

2 Kings 5:1–14 What do a military officer, servant girl, deadly disease, and muddy water have in common? Tune in to hear Pastor Chuck Swindoll teach on the truth found in 2 Kings 5. Discover how Naaman's story reflects the spiritual journey many people go on as they turn to Jesus Christ. Reflect on the relief found only in your Savior. Look to Him and be cleansed. Eagerly share the good news with others!

1 Chronicles 4:9–10 Have you ever felt insignificant, unwanted, or limited? Enter into the brief story of an obscure individual, whose account offers great hope. Discover with Pastor Chuck Swindoll the faith behind Jabez's prayer in 1 Chronicles 4. What large thing are you asking of God? Pray with faith like Jabez and trust in God's sovereign timing, plan, and purposes!

1 Chronicles 4:9–10 Have you ever felt insignificant, unwanted, or limited? Enter into the brief story of an obscure individual, whose account offers great hope. Discover with Pastor Chuck Swindoll the faith behind Jabez's prayer in 1 Chronicles 4. What large thing are you asking of God? Pray with faith like Jabez and trust in God's sovereign timing, plan, and purposes!

1 Kings 12:1–16 As Christians, our private life must match our public life, our words must match our promises, and our whole life must be integrated. No double standards or inconsistencies! In this message, Pastor Chuck Swindoll journeys through Rehoboam's life, revealing the dangerous effects of hypocrisy (1 Kings 12). Avoid any masks you might be tempted to wear. Strip away the veneers. Let God forge real character and strength in you. Live a genuine life with integrity!

1 Kings 12:1–16 As Christians, our private life must match our public life, our words must match our promises, and our whole life must be integrated. No double standards or inconsistencies! In this message, Pastor Chuck Swindoll journeys through Rehoboam's life, revealing the dangerous effects of hypocrisy (1 Kings 12). Avoid any masks you might be tempted to wear. Strip away the veneers. Let God forge real character and strength in you. Live a genuine life with integrity!

2 Samuel 12:7–25 After David's unfaithfulness with Bathsheba, he suffered with troubles at “home” for the remainder of his life. The consequence for his sin began to whirl like a tornado. Journey through scenes of disintegration in David's family life. And discover with Pastor Chuck Swindoll four ways to cope with consequences from sinful choices (2 Samuel 12). Honestly admit your sin and struggles to God and others. Face the consequences of your sin with courage. Don't take lightly the grace of God!

2 Samuel 12:7–25 After David's unfaithfulness with Bathsheba, he suffered with troubles at “home” for the remainder of his life. The consequence for his sin began to whirl like a tornado. Journey through scenes of disintegration in David's family life. And discover with Pastor Chuck Swindoll four ways to cope with consequences from sinful choices (2 Samuel 12). Honestly admit your sin and struggles to God and others. Face the consequences of your sin with courage. Don't take lightly the grace of God!

2 Samuel 12:7–25 After David's unfaithfulness with Bathsheba, he suffered with troubles at “home” for the remainder of his life. The consequence for his sin began to whirl like a tornado. Journey through scenes of disintegration in David's family life. And discover with Pastor Chuck Swindoll four ways to cope with consequences from sinful choices (2 Samuel 12). Honestly admit your sin and struggles to God and others. Face the consequences of your sin with courage. Don't take lightly the grace of God!

1 Samuel 25 A godly wife, a foolish husband, and a rash soldier overlap in a fascinating story found in 1 Samuel 25. Follow along as Pastor Chuck Swindoll explores the story of Abigail and Nabal as they meet the future king, David. Which character or part of the passage will resonate with you? Resolve to act with wisdom and discernment every day. See other's needs and determine to meet them with sensitivity and grace. Then trust God's perfect timing!

1 Samuel 25 A godly wife, a foolish husband, and a rash soldier overlap in a fascinating story found in 1 Samuel 25. Follow along as Pastor Chuck Swindoll explores the story of Abigail and Nabal as they meet the future king, David. Which character or part of the passage will resonate with you? Resolve to act with wisdom and discernment every day. See other's needs and determine to meet them with sensitivity and grace. Then trust God's perfect timing!

1 Samuel 13–15 The Bible includes many examples of leaders who started strong but ended weak. Journey through scenes from the life of Saul—the king who refused to bow (1 Samuel 13–15). Tune in to hear Pastor Chuck Swindoll teach about a leader who took others too seriously while not taking God seriously enough. Find four reminders for all who walk with God. Take Him seriously!

1 Samuel 13–15 The Bible includes many examples of leaders who started strong but ended weak. Journey through scenes from the life of Saul—the king who refused to bow (1 Samuel 13–15). Tune in to hear Pastor Chuck Swindoll teach about a leader who took others too seriously while not taking God seriously enough. Find four reminders for all who walk with God. Take Him seriously!

1 Samuel 13–15 The Bible includes many examples of leaders who started strong but ended weak. Journey through scenes from the life of Saul—the king who refused to bow (1 Samuel 13–15). Tune in to hear Pastor Chuck Swindoll teach about a leader who took others too seriously while not taking God seriously enough. Find four reminders for all who walk with God. Take Him seriously!

1 Samuel 3:1–18 God gave one of the most severe warnings, recorded in Scripture, to a child. Witness with Pastor Chuck Swindoll the disintegration of a family, God's warning, and their responses. Learn the four signs of domestic disintegration from the life of Eli and his sons in 1 Samuel 3. Evaluate your own family life. In what areas could you grow? Commit to obedience to God and thoughtfulness with your family!

1 Samuel 3:1–18 God gave one of the most severe warnings, recorded in Scripture, to a child. Witness with Pastor Chuck Swindoll the disintegration of a family, God's warning, and their responses. Learn the four signs of domestic disintegration from the life of Eli and his sons in 1 Samuel 3. Evaluate your own family life. In what areas could you grow? Commit to obedience to God and thoughtfulness with your family!

Joshua 7 The volatility and pressure of hidden sin breaks the human heart. Journey with Pastor Chuck Swindoll through the victory and defeat of the Israelites in Joshua 7. Learn the consequences of hidden “sin in the camp.” Sin grieves God's heart. Deal with your sin swiftly and thoroughly. Lead like Joshua with courage, faith, and a desire to obey God!

Joshua 7 The volatility and pressure of hidden sin breaks the human heart. Journey with Pastor Chuck Swindoll through the victory and defeat of the Israelites in Joshua 7. Learn the consequences of hidden “sin in the camp.” Sin grieves God's heart. Deal with your sin swiftly and thoroughly. Lead like Joshua with courage, faith, and a desire to obey God!

Selections from Genesis 25–28 In Genesis 25–28, we find the story of twin brothers, Jacob and Esau. Their “war” with one another grows because of parental favoritism and leads to lifelong consequences for many. Explore with Pastor Chuck Swindoll three lingering lessons from Esau's life. As you study his story, you'll uncover truths about instant gratification, family dynamics, and more. Reject favoritism in your family. Invest in your children and reap the benefits!

Selections from Genesis 25–28 In Genesis 25–28, we find the story of twin brothers, Jacob and Esau. Their “war” with one another grows because of parental favoritism and leads to lifelong consequences for many. Explore with Pastor Chuck Swindoll three lingering lessons from Esau's life. As you study his story, you'll uncover truths about instant gratification, family dynamics, and more. Reject favoritism in your family. Invest in your children and reap the benefits!

Selections from Genesis 25–28 In Genesis 25–28, we find the story of twin brothers, Jacob and Esau. Their “war” with one another grows because of parental favoritism and leads to lifelong consequences for many. Explore with Pastor Chuck Swindoll three lingering lessons from Esau's life. As you study his story, you'll uncover truths about instant gratification, family dynamics, and more. Reject favoritism in your family. Invest in your children and reap the benefits!

1 Peter 5:8–9 The Christian walk requires saints with firm faith and a strong resolve to resist the adversary. After all, he “prowls around like a roaring lion, looking for someone to devour” (1 Peter 5:8). Join Pastor Chuck Swindoll as he encourages weary believers with truth found in the Psalms and 1 Peter 5:8–9. Whatever your circumstances, know that you are not alone. Seek to glorify the Lord as you resolve to walk in purity for the sake of Christ.

1 Peter 5:8–9 The Christian walk requires saints with firm faith and a strong resolve to resist the adversary. After all, he “prowls around like a roaring lion, looking for someone to devour” (1 Peter 5:8). Join Pastor Chuck Swindoll as he encourages weary believers with truth found in the Psalms and 1 Peter 5:8–9. Whatever your circumstances, know that you are not alone. Seek to glorify the Lord as you resolve to walk in purity for the sake of Christ.

1 Corinthians 6:15–20; 1 Thessalonians 4:1–8 First Thessalonians 4:3 declares, “God's will is for you to be holy, so stay away from all sexual sin.” How challenging it is to pursue holiness in our world. Tune in to hear Pastor Chuck Swindoll discuss the spiral toward sexual promiscuity, the consequences in the aftermath, and the steps toward freedom from bondage. God calls believers to pursue holiness because He has our good at heart. Renew your commitment to sexual purity today!

1 Corinthians 6:15–20; 1 Thessalonians 4:1–8 First Thessalonians 4:3 declares, “God's will is for you to be holy, so stay away from all sexual sin.” How challenging it is to pursue holiness in our world. Tune in to hear Pastor Chuck Swindoll discuss the spiral toward sexual promiscuity, the consequences in the aftermath, and the steps toward freedom from bondage. God calls believers to pursue holiness because He has our good at heart. Renew your commitment to sexual purity today!

1 Corinthians 6:15–20; 1 Thessalonians 4:1–8 First Thessalonians 4:3 declares, “God's will is for you to be holy, so stay away from all sexual sin.” How challenging it is to pursue holiness in our world. Tune in to hear Pastor Chuck Swindoll discuss the spiral toward sexual promiscuity, the consequences in the aftermath, and the steps toward freedom from bondage. God calls believers to pursue holiness because He has our good at heart. Renew your commitment to sexual purity today!

“For everyone has sinned; we all fall short of God's glorious standard” (Romans 3:23). But God's grace moves toward sinners. If you have had an abortion or encouraged someone else to do so, then this message is for you! Pastor Chuck Swindoll offers comfort and hope for those facing the regret and shame of their decisions. Take heart! While people still face sin's consequences, God can graciously free them from the bondage of sin's guilt and shame so that they can walk in His mercy and grace.

“For everyone has sinned; we all fall short of God's glorious standard” (Romans 3:23). But God's grace moves toward sinners. If you have had an abortion or encouraged someone else to do so, then this message is for you! Pastor Chuck Swindoll offers comfort and hope for those facing the regret and shame of their decisions. Take heart! While people still face sin's consequences, God can graciously free them from the bondage of sin's guilt and shame so that they can walk in His mercy and grace.