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Diognetus, a second-century pagan, noticed that followers of Christ “day by day increase more and more.” This was despite regular persecution they endured under the hand of the Romans. He asked a believer in Jesus why this was true. In a document we know as the “letter to Diognetus,” that early church father replied to him, “Do you not see that the more of them are punished, the greater becomes the number of the rest? This does not seem to be the work of man: this is the power of God.”

As Jesus gave His final words to His disciples before ascending into heaven, they could little imagine the growth the church would experience in the coming centuries. He told them, “Go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit” (Matthew 28:19). This has become known as the Great Commission, but using this phrase to describe Jesus’ final words to His disciples can make it feel burdensome. In reality, this is what Jesus calls all those who follow Him to do: as we go about our day, make disciples. We don’t have to go to the ends of the earth; the message will travel wherever we carry it with us.

Don’t be discouraged by the difficulties of the moment. Jesus also said, “I am with you always, to the very end of the age” (v. 20). We take Him with us everywhere we go.

During World War II, a steam engine barreled across the southern states carrying new cadets. Meanwhile, Greg and Keith ponder what deaths will come to them in the war. Is peace possible in the face of danger? Find out in this classic true story, The Troop Train, coming soon on UNSHACKLED!

Is a co-worker or family member driving you crazy? Learning styles expert Cynthia Tobias explains that the way we process information impacts us both at home and at work, and illustrates how our friends and family may perceive the world very differently than we do.

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You’ve heard that God loves you with an everlasting love. And while you can believe that in your head, your heart might say, “Wait, is that really true?” On this Building Relationships with Dr. Gary Chapman, author and speaker Glenna Marshall shines a light on Psalm 139. She believes that passage can transform people at the heart level. Hear more about that on Building Relationships with Dr. Gary Chapman.

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On a road trip to Montana one summer, we stopped at a rest area to stretch our legs. Inside one of the buildings was a young man who was singing a familiar praise song as he mopped the floor. Then he started singing the hymn, “It Is Well with My Soul.” I couldn’t resist. When he called out the phrase, “It is well,” I repeated it. When he sang, “with my soul,” I echoed the words. Together, we sang the last line: “It is well, it is well . . . with my soul!” He grinned, gave me a fist bump, and said, “Praise God.” When I got back to the car where my husband was waiting, he asked, “What’s with the big smile?”

Think of the things for which we can praise God, such as His goodness, righteousness, compassion, promises, provision, and protection. And Psalm 145 is one of many psalms that urges us to continually praise Him. David wrote, “Every day I will praise you” (v. 2). Many people praise God by playing an instrument; others by reading or reciting Scripture; or by singing psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs (Colossians 3:16). Some express their praise through liturgical dance. But all genuine praise springs from hearts that are full of gratitude.

Our spirits were designed to praise God. It’s because of His sacrificial love for us that we can say with confidence, “It is well with my soul!”

It’s a familiar question: Can money buy happiness? We’ve all thought, “If I just had a little more, life would be better.” But is that true? On the next Faith & Finance Live, Rob West explores the role money plays in our happiness—and why it so often falls short. Then, it’s on to your calls. That’s Faith and Finance Live—biblical wisdom for your financial journey. That’s weekdays at 4pm Eastern/3pm Central on Moody Radio.

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It’s Mailbag Friday! You’ve got questions, we’ve got answers.

Segment 1

• What should we make of modern-day “exorcists” and claims of casting out demons? – Joy

• How do I respond when people say the Bible, especially the New Testament, was written just to control people? – Joe

Segment 2

• What happened to the new book you were writing? – Shawn

Segment 3

• Our youth leader isn’t friendly with parents—should we let our kids join the group? – Elizabeth

Segment 4

• Are there sins that permanently disqualify someone from leading worship or serving in church—like adultery—even after repentance? – Jeff

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