Chuck Quinley

Conflict. Most of us hate it, but it's an unavoidable part of being in authority, even moreso when you are determined to bring change to a decaying situation. The early church avoided needless controversies among themselves, but could not avoid spiritual conflict with the dark forces behind the murderous religious and business institutions of their day. In this episode God expressly commands them to intensify the conflict because they are just at the point of a breakthrough. This episode may be just what you need to prepare yourself for a coming conflict so tune in to this week's Thread podcast.Play Episode

At the same time controversial, comforting and coveted, the traveling healing ministry has always drawn attention. In this Thread we explore the use of public healing and miracles in the expansion of the early Christian movement.Play Episode

"The demon behind money is Fear."  So writes Richard Foster in his book, Money, Sex and Power. This fear produces worry and insecurity that can corrupt the thinking of even sincere followers of Jesus as in the infamous case found in Acts 5.  Money is a huge part of all our lives and we need to be reminded of the subtle way it can pervert our thinking.  Learn more in this week's Thread, the podcast for Christians who want their lives to be an influence on others.Play Episode

Some say that the demon behind money is greed, but I think its more likely to be fear.  Fear of not having enough. Fear of being unprotected. Fear of poverty.  In this episode of Thread we look at the first group of Christians and witness the transforming power of the Holy Spirit that allowed them to live happy, free, joyful and generous lives.  They were free from the love and fear of money. This led to liberty in so many other areas as well.   For more, listen to Episode #76 of Thread, the podcast for those who want their lives to be an influence on others.Play Episode

Are you ready to deal with it when the global persecution comes against Christians?  Believers in many nations have been dealing with deadly persecution for decades.  They have seen their freedom of speech outlawed, their children taken from them due to being 'religious fanatics' and have been cast into prison, tortured, maimed and martyred. For them persecution is a way of life.  Still they find a way to worship together and share their faith whenever the opportunity presents itself.Play Episode

As believers who have had our lives transformed by Jesus Christ we all want to share the gospel, but are not all comfortable or effective in doing so. In this week's Thread we observe Simon Peter, a master evangelist, as he uses his gift to share Christ with a single man and with a crowd of thousands. In his method we can learn the essentials to make our presentations of the Gospel accurate and effective. Having a plan helps us to be alert for those opportunities the Lord will open in teachable moments with others. Learn more by checking out this episode of Thread by Chuck Quinley.Play Episode

What does it matter if we can heal cancer through prayer only to have the person ultimately die of heart disease or accident?  If the whole world is terminal, what is the purpose of healing?  In this episode of Thread discover the answer to those questions and receive instruction on how to effectively minister healing to the sick. Check out this episode of Thread by Chuck Quinley.Play Episode

"The love of money is the root of all evil." That's what the Bible says. Its just that powerful and even churches and those engaged in ministry fall under its power. Check out this week's Thread and see just how free the early believers were from the love of money and gain a vision for the spirit of total freedom and generosity that God would love to work into your heart. Live free from money's fear and the power of lust and greed. Check out more in this week's episode.Play Episode

The greatest gift you can give to your community is to be part of strengthening or planting a life-giving church.  There is no social unit with any more capacity to be a source of positive change in the lives of hundreds. In this Thread we look at how the very first Christians "did church."  You may be in for some surprises.Play Episode

You want to make a difference in the lives of others. So you pray for them and love them and hope that one day the door will open for you to share your faith with them. You know that you aren't perfect and maybe have never received any training in how to do all of this, yet somehow God has chosen to use you anyway. When that door opens what do you say?  This week's Thread observes Simon Peter as he shares Christ with a crowd of onlookers.  Learn from the way he connected with his listeners and from the strong spiritual direction he provided for them on that day.Play Episode