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Isaiah 53:3–7 Our culture lionizes the powerful, the aggressive, and the bold. Meekness is mistaken for weakness, and silence under pressure is seen as defeat. But centuries before the cross, Isaiah described a Servant who would be despised, rejected, and silent—and through whose wounds we would be healed. Pastor Chuck Swindoll opens Isaiah 53:3–7 to show how Jesus fulfilled the portrait of the suffering Servant—the Lamb who went to slaughter in silence, bearing our griefs and carrying our sorrows as our substitute. Find your hope in the Lamb who was slain for you. True strength is not the absence of suffering but the willingness to bear it for others.

John 18:1-11 We live in an age obsessed with comfort and the avoidance of pain. But Jesus, in the garden of Gethsemane, faced the most bitter cup imaginable—and chose to drink it. Pastor Chuck Swindoll walks through John 18:1–11, the scene of Jesus' arrest, to examine the cup the Father gave His Son to drink. In Christ's submission lies the model for every believer who must choose obedience when the cost is high. Learn from your Savior's example. Embrace the path of obedience—even when it hurts—and find the strength that comes from trusting God.

John 18:1-11 We live in an age obsessed with comfort and the avoidance of pain. But Jesus, in the garden of Gethsemane, faced the most bitter cup imaginable—and chose to drink it. Pastor Chuck Swindoll walks through John 18:1–11, the scene of Jesus' arrest, to examine the cup the Father gave His Son to drink. In Christ's submission lies the model for every believer who must choose obedience when the cost is high. Learn from your Savior's example. Embrace the path of obedience—even when it hurts—and find the strength that comes from trusting God.

John 18:1-11 We live in an age obsessed with comfort and the avoidance of pain. But Jesus, in the garden of Gethsemane, faced the most bitter cup imaginable—and chose to drink it. Pastor Chuck Swindoll walks through John 18:1–11, the scene of Jesus' arrest, to examine the cup the Father gave His Son to drink. In Christ's submission lies the model for every believer who must choose obedience when the cost is high. Learn from your Savior's example. Embrace the path of obedience—even when it hurts—and find the strength that comes from trusting God.

John 18:1-11 / June 25-29, 2026 Pastor Chuck Swindoll walks through John 18:1–11, the scene of Jesus' arrest, to examine the cup the Father gave His Son to drink. In Christ's submission lies the model for every believer who must choose obedience when the cost is high. From the Series: How Great Is Our God! read more

John 18:1-11 / June 25-29, 2026 Pastor Chuck Swindoll walks through John 18:1–11, the scene of Jesus' arrest, to examine the cup the Father gave His Son to drink. In Christ's submission lies the model for every believer who must choose obedience when the cost is high. From the Series: How Great Is Our God! read more

Philippians 2:5-8 Self-promotion is so natural we barely notice it. We angle for recognition, guard our reputations, and resist situations that might diminish our status. But Jesus—who had every reason to insist on His position—chose the opposite path entirely. From Philippians 2:5–8, Pastor Chuck Swindoll unpacks one of the most majestic passages in Scripture: how Jesus, though existing in the very form of God, emptied Himself, took the form of a bond-servant, and humbled Himself to death on a cross. Let this portrait of Christ confront your own pride. Have the same attitude—and live with the freedom that comes with a servant's heart.

Philippians 2:5-8 / June 23-24, 2026 From Philippians 2:5–8, Pastor Chuck Swindoll unpacks one of the most majestic passages in Scripture: how Jesus, though existing in the very form of God, emptied Himself, took the form of a bond-servant, and humbled Himself to death on a cross. From the Series: How Great Is Our God! read more

Philippians 2:5-8 Self-promotion is so natural we barely notice it. We angle for recognition, guard our reputations, and resist situations that might diminish our status. But Jesus—who had every reason to insist on His position—chose the opposite path entirely. From Philippians 2:5–8, Pastor Chuck Swindoll unpacks one of the most majestic passages in Scripture: how Jesus, though existing in the very form of God, emptied Himself, took the form of a bond-servant, and humbled Himself to death on a cross. Let this portrait of Christ confront your own pride. Have the same attitude—and live with the freedom that comes with a servant's heart.

Philippians 2:5-8 / June 23-24, 2026 From Philippians 2:5–8, Pastor Chuck Swindoll unpacks one of the most majestic passages in Scripture: how Jesus, though existing in the very form of God, emptied Himself, took the form of a bond-servant, and humbled Himself to death on a cross. From the Series: How Great Is Our God! read more

Philippians 2:5-8 / June 23-24, 2026 From Philippians 2:5–8, Pastor Chuck Swindoll unpacks one of the most majestic passages in Scripture: how Jesus, though existing in the very form of God, emptied Himself, took the form of a bond-servant, and humbled Himself to death on a cross. From the Series: How Great Is Our God! read more

2 Samuel 9:1–13 We live in a world of earning and deserving. Promotions come to those who perform. Favor goes to those with the right background. But grace—true grace—operates by a completely different economy. It seeks out the undeserving and pulls them to the table. From 2 Samuel 9, Pastor Chuck Swindoll tells the remarkable story of Mephibosheth, a crippled outcast brought to eat at King David's table as one of his own sons. In this obscure Old Testament story lives the clearest picture of how God's grace works. See yourself in Mephibosheth. Embrace the grace God extends to you freely, and enjoy the life available to those who sit at His table!

2 Samuel 9:1-13 / June 18-22, 2026 From 2 Samuel 9, Pastor Chuck Swindoll tells the remarkable story of Mephibosheth, a crippled outcast brought to eat at King David's table as one of his own sons. In this obscure Old Testament story lives the clearest picture of how God's grace works. From the Series: How Great Is Our God! read more

2 Samuel 9:1–13 We live in a world of earning and deserving. Promotions come to those who perform. Favor goes to those with the right background. But grace—true grace—operates by a completely different economy. It seeks out the undeserving and pulls them to the table. From 2 Samuel 9, Pastor Chuck Swindoll tells the remarkable story of Mephibosheth, a crippled outcast brought to eat at King David's table as one of his own sons. In this obscure Old Testament story lives the clearest picture of how God's grace works. See yourself in Mephibosheth. Embrace the grace God extends to you freely, and enjoy the life available to those who sit at His table!

2 Samuel 9:1-13 / June 18-22, 2026 From 2 Samuel 9, Pastor Chuck Swindoll tells the remarkable story of Mephibosheth, a crippled outcast brought to eat at King David's table as one of his own sons. In this obscure Old Testament story lives the clearest picture of how God's grace works. From the Series: How Great Is Our God! read more

2 Samuel 9:1–13 We live in a world of earning and deserving. Promotions come to those who perform. Favor goes to those with the right background. But grace—true grace—operates by a completely different economy. It seeks out the undeserving and pulls them to the table. From 2 Samuel 9, Pastor Chuck Swindoll tells the remarkable story of Mephibosheth, a crippled outcast brought to eat at King David's table as one of his own sons. In this obscure Old Testament story lives the clearest picture of how God's grace works. See yourself in Mephibosheth. Embrace the grace God extends to you freely, and enjoy the life available to those who sit at His table!

2 Samuel 9:1-13 / June 18-22, 2026 From 2 Samuel 9, Pastor Chuck Swindoll tells the remarkable story of Mephibosheth, a crippled outcast brought to eat at King David's table as one of his own sons. In this obscure Old Testament story lives the clearest picture of how God's grace works. From the Series: How Great Is Our God! read more

2 Samuel 9:1-13 / June 18-22, 2026 From 2 Samuel 9, Pastor Chuck Swindoll tells the remarkable story of Mephibosheth, a crippled outcast brought to eat at King David's table as one of his own sons. In this obscure Old Testament story lives the clearest picture of how God's grace works. From the Series: How Great Is Our God! read more

Many people imagine God's love as something like a kindly grandfather—affable, lenient, and unbothered by sin. But this misunderstanding cheapens love rather than exalts it. God's love is not soft. It is fierce and purposeful. Weaving through Deuteronomy 7, John 3, and 1 John 4, Pastor Chuck Swindoll explores why God chose to love an undeserving people—not because of who they were, but because of who He is. The cross stands as the ultimate proof. Let the depth of God's love move you. Understand it clearly, receive it fully, and let it reshape how you see yourself and others!

Selected Scriptures / June 16-17, 2026 Weaving through Deuteronomy 7, John 3, and 1 John 4, Pastor Chuck Swindoll explores why God chose to love an undeserving people—not because of who they were, but because of who He is. The cross stands as the ultimate proof. From the Series: How Great Is Our God! read more

Many people imagine God's love as something like a kindly grandfather—affable, lenient, and unbothered by sin. But this misunderstanding cheapens love rather than exalts it. God's love is not soft. It is fierce and purposeful. Weaving through Deuteronomy 7, John 3, and 1 John 4, Pastor Chuck Swindoll explores why God chose to love an undeserving people—not because of who they were, but because of who He is. The cross stands as the ultimate proof. Let the depth of God's love move you. Understand it clearly, receive it fully, and let it reshape how you see yourself and others!

Selected Scriptures / June 16-17, 2026 Weaving through Deuteronomy 7, John 3, and 1 John 4, Pastor Chuck Swindoll explores why God chose to love an undeserving people—not because of who they were, but because of who He is. The cross stands as the ultimate proof. From the Series: How Great Is Our God! read more

Selected Scriptures / June 16-17, 2026 Weaving through Deuteronomy 7, John 3, and 1 John 4, Pastor Chuck Swindoll explores why God chose to love an undeserving people—not because of who they were, but because of who He is. The cross stands as the ultimate proof. From the Series: How Great Is Our God! read more

Isaiah 6:1–8 Most people prefer a God who is a little holier than they are—manageable, predictable, and unlikely to make demands. But that is not the God of the Bible. When Isaiah saw the real God—high and lifted up, attended by seraphim—his only response was, “Woe is me!” Pastor Chuck Swindoll opens Isaiah 6:1–8 to reveal a God whose holiness is utterly beyond our comfort zones. Far from paralyzing Isaiah, this vision broke him, cleansed him, and sent him on mission. Discover what a true vision of God's holiness can do in your life.

Isaiah 6:1-8 / June 12-15, 2026 Pastor Chuck Swindoll opens Isaiah 6:1–8 to reveal a God whose holiness is utterly beyond our comfort zones. Far from paralyzing Isaiah, this vision broke him, cleansed him, and sent him on mission. From the Series: How Great Is Our God! read more

Isaiah 6:1–8 Most people prefer a God who is a little holier than they are—manageable, predictable, and unlikely to make demands. But that is not the God of the Bible. When Isaiah saw the real God—high and lifted up, attended by seraphim—his only response was, “Woe is me!” Pastor Chuck Swindoll opens Isaiah 6:1–8 to reveal a God whose holiness is utterly beyond our comfort zones. Far from paralyzing Isaiah, this vision broke him, cleansed him, and sent him on mission. Discover what a true vision of God's holiness can do in your life.

Isaiah 6:1-8 / June 12-15, 2026 Pastor Chuck Swindoll opens Isaiah 6:1–8 to reveal a God whose holiness is utterly beyond our comfort zones. Far from paralyzing Isaiah, this vision broke him, cleansed him, and sent him on mission. From the Series: How Great Is Our God! read more

Isaiah 6:1-8 / June 12-15, 2026 Pastor Chuck Swindoll opens Isaiah 6:1–8 to reveal a God whose holiness is utterly beyond our comfort zones. Far from paralyzing Isaiah, this vision broke him, cleansed him, and sent him on mission. From the Series: How Great Is Our God! read more

2 Chronicles 26; Isaiah 42:5–8 Pride is a quiet thief. It creeps in during seasons of success, slowly redirecting the glory that belongs to God toward the one He has blessed. King Uzziah of Judah discovered this the hard way—and he lost everything because of it. From 2 Chronicles 26 and Isaiah 42:5–8, Pastor Chuck Swindoll traces Uzziah's stunning rise and tragic fall to show what happens when a person stops giving God the credit He deserves. Five timeless warnings emerge from this ancient king's story. Guard your heart against pride. Learn what it means to live in a way that returns all the glory to God.

2 Chronicles 26, Isaiah 42:5-8 / June 10-11, 2026 From 2 Chronicles 26 and Isaiah 42:5–8, Pastor Chuck Swindoll traces Uzziah's stunning rise and tragic fall to show what happens when a person stops giving God the credit He deserves. Five timeless warnings emerge from this ancient king's story. From the Series: How Great Is Our God! read more

2 Chronicles 26; Isaiah 42:5–8 Pride is a quiet thief. It creeps in during seasons of success, slowly redirecting the glory that belongs to God toward the one He has blessed. King Uzziah of Judah discovered this the hard way—and he lost everything because of it. From 2 Chronicles 26 and Isaiah 42:5–8, Pastor Chuck Swindoll traces Uzziah's stunning rise and tragic fall to show what happens when a person stops giving God the credit He deserves. Five timeless warnings emerge from this ancient king's story. Guard your heart against pride. Learn what it means to live in a way that returns all the glory to God.

2 Chronicles 26, Isaiah 42:5-8 / June 10-11, 2026 From 2 Chronicles 26 and Isaiah 42:5–8, Pastor Chuck Swindoll traces Uzziah's stunning rise and tragic fall to show what happens when a person stops giving God the credit He deserves. Five timeless warnings emerge from this ancient king's story. From the Series: How Great Is Our God! read more

2 Chronicles 26, Isaiah 42:5-8 / June 10-11, 2026 From 2 Chronicles 26 and Isaiah 42:5–8, Pastor Chuck Swindoll traces Uzziah's stunning rise and tragic fall to show what happens when a person stops giving God the credit He deserves. Five timeless warnings emerge from this ancient king's story. From the Series: How Great Is Our God! read more

Esther 10 At times, the struggles and agonies of the day distort our perception of God and blur our vision of the future. That's why hope is woven throughout Scripture from Genesis to Revelation. In just three verses, Esther 10 offers a glimpse of Mordecai's blessing over Persia, giving us a foretaste of God's glorious blessings to come. Join Pastor Chuck Swindoll as he guides us through this powerful reminder that God will triumph in the end. Let this message renew your clarity and strengthen your hope in the bright future God has prepared for you.

Esther 10 / June 8-9, 2026 Join Pastor Chuck Swindoll as he guides us through this powerful reminder that God will triumph in the end. From the Series: Esther: A Woman of Strength and Dignity read more

Esther 10 At times, the struggles and agonies of the day distort our perception of God and blur our vision of the future. That's why hope is woven throughout Scripture from Genesis to Revelation. In just three verses, Esther 10 offers a glimpse of Mordecai's blessing over Persia, giving us a foretaste of God's glorious blessings to come. Join Pastor Chuck Swindoll as he guides us through this powerful reminder that God will triumph in the end. Let this message renew your clarity and strengthen your hope in the bright future God has prepared for you.

Esther 10 / June 8-9, 2026 Join Pastor Chuck Swindoll as he guides us through this powerful reminder that God will triumph in the end. From the Series: Esther: A Woman of Strength and Dignity read more

Esther 10 / June 8-9, 2026 Join Pastor Chuck Swindoll as he guides us through this powerful reminder that God will triumph in the end. From the Series: Esther: A Woman of Strength and Dignity read more

Esther 9:20-28 Have you ever realized how easy it is to focus on the pains of the past? Celebrating the joys requires much more intention than lamenting the failures. After facing a terrifying year, the Jews didn't settle for a fearful existence (Esther 9:17–32). They celebrated! They established Purim, a festival to honor God's deliverance. Pastor Chuck Swindoll invites us to create our own monuments from trials—reminders to learn, grow, and give thanks. Learn how to transform your struggles into stepping-stones of faith and gratitude.

Esther 9:17-32 / June 4-5, 2026 Have you ever realized how easy it is to focus on the pains of the past? Celebrating the joys requires much more intention than lamenting the failures. From the Series: Esther: A Woman of Strength and Dignity read more

Esther 9:20-28 Have you ever realized how easy it is to focus on the pains of the past? Celebrating the joys requires much more intention than lamenting the failures. After facing a terrifying year, the Jews didn't settle for a fearful existence (Esther 9:17–32). They celebrated! They established Purim, a festival to honor God's deliverance. Pastor Chuck Swindoll invites us to create our own monuments from trials—reminders to learn, grow, and give thanks. Learn how to transform your struggles into stepping-stones of faith and gratitude.

Esther 9:17-32 / June 4-5, 2026 Have you ever realized how easy it is to focus on the pains of the past? Celebrating the joys requires much more intention than lamenting the failures. From the Series: Esther: A Woman of Strength and Dignity read more

Esther 9:17-32 / June 4-5, 2026 Have you ever realized how easy it is to focus on the pains of the past? Celebrating the joys requires much more intention than lamenting the failures. From the Series: Esther: A Woman of Strength and Dignity read more

Esther 9:1–16 Have you felt the urge to strike back? The Jews faced the same temptation, yet they showed remarkable restraint while defending themselves. They could have destroyed their enemies completely and taken their spoils, but they chose not to (Esther 9:1–16). Join Pastor Chuck Swindoll as he teaches how to overcome the desire for vengeance and live confidently, knowing the Lord is your ultimate defender. Discover the freedom that comes from trusting God to fight your battles for you.

Esther 9:1-16 / June 2-3, 2026 Join Pastor Chuck Swindoll as he teaches how to overcome the desire for vengeance and live confidently, knowing the Lord is your ultimate defender. Discover the freedom that comes from trusting God to fight your battles for you.   From the Series: Esther: A Woman of Strength and Dignity read more

Esther 9:1–16 Have you felt the urge to strike back? The Jews faced the same temptation, yet they showed remarkable restraint while defending themselves. They could have destroyed their enemies completely and taken their spoils, but they chose not to (Esther 9:1–16). Join Pastor Chuck Swindoll as he teaches how to overcome the desire for vengeance and live confidently, knowing the Lord is your ultimate defender. Discover the freedom that comes from trusting God to fight your battles for you.

Esther 8 Have you ever run into a wall with no way around it? After Haman's downfall, the decree against the Jews still stood. The situation was desperate . . . until Esther boldly petitioned the king again, and he granted her request. The king issued a new edict allowing the Jews to defend themselves, saving them from their enemies. Join Pastor Chuck Swindoll as he reveals from Esther 8 how God breaks down walls, melts hardened hearts, and rewrites what seems unchangeable. Trust God's power to inspire you and help you overcome your toughest battles.

Esther 8 Have you ever run into a wall with no way around it? After Haman's downfall, the decree against the Jews still stood. The situation was desperate . . . until Esther boldly petitioned the king again, and he granted her request. The king issued a new edict allowing the Jews to defend themselves, saving them from their enemies. Join Pastor Chuck Swindoll as he reveals from Esther 8 how God breaks down walls, melts hardened hearts, and rewrites what seems unchangeable. Trust God's power to inspire you and help you overcome your toughest battles.

Esther 7 God's surprises in your life are never random or accidental. In this message on Esther 7, Pastor Chuck Swindoll reveals how God's timing is precise and purposeful. Though unseen, God was working behind the scenes throughout Esther's story, showing up at just the right moment during the second banquet to bring clarity and deliverance. When you face silent, agonizing seasons, Esther 7 encourages you to trust God's unseen hand and His perfect timing.

Esther 7 God's surprises in your life are never random or accidental. In this message on Esther 7, Pastor Chuck Swindoll reveals how God's timing is precise and purposeful. Though unseen, God was working behind the scenes throughout Esther's story, showing up at just the right moment during the second banquet to bring clarity and deliverance. When you face silent, agonizing seasons, Esther 7 encourages you to trust God's unseen hand and His perfect timing.