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From the Pastor's Heart episodes

October 01 What Are You Missing in the Rush?
Does your time with God feel like it’s missing something? This month, we explore the practice of biblical meditation—what Dr. Stanley called a period of stillness set apart to contemplate Jesus and listen to Him. John is joined by Joel, a video editor at In Touch, for a conversation about slowing down, letting go of the pressure to perform, and discovering what it means to simply be present with God. Show Notes: Scripture from Dr. Stanley’s letter: Ps. 46:10; Ps. 62:5; 2 Sam. 7:29; John 14:27. Passages cited in the conversation: John 15:5; Rom. 8; Isa. 40:31. Discover In Touch + and enjoy Dr. Stanley's preaching along with other carefully selected, like-minded pastors and teachers.
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19 min
September 01 What is the Spirit Forming in You?
Real transformation comes not from our own striving, but from the Holy Spirit flowing through us. This month, John welcomes Phillip Bowen, president and CEO of In Touch, to read and discuss Dr. Stanley's September teaching letter. Phillip recalls how the Spirit empowered his own life—and how He nurtures fruit in ours, too. We also get a rare glimpse of the man behind the pulpit as Phillip shares personal memories from his time with Dr. Stanley. This conversation offers a look ahead to In Touch's 50th anniversary in 2027 and what it means to carry a timeless ministry forward by faith. Show Notes: Explore the life and ministry of Dr. Charles Stanley. https://www.intouch.org/meet-dr-charles-stanley
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29 min
August 01 Loved First: How Jesus Frees Us to Love Others
Loving others the way Jesus loves us is a beautiful calling — and a challenging one. In Dr. Stanley's August letter, we explore what it looks like to walk in love as followers of Christ, drawing on Paul's words in Ephesians. John is joined by Betsy, the In Touch social media manager, for a candid conversation about learning to receive God's love before you can truly give it to others. Show Notes: Follow In Touch Ministries on social media for daily encouragement rooted in the timeless teachings of Dr. Charles Stanley. https://www.instagram.com/intouchmin/ https://www.facebook.com/InTouchMinistries
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20 min
July 01 Bearing One Another's Burdens
Many people struggle under heavy burdens. They wait, they suffer, they wonder when things will improve. How can you be a good friend in these moments? And what relief can you expect for your need? In this month's letter, Dr. Stanley provides a gentle approach from Galatians 6. John welcomes Brandon from the In Touch human resources team. Show Notes: Brandon read an expanded version of Dr. Stanley's July teaching letter. Discover how In Touch leads people worldwide into a growing relationship with Jesus Christ.
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21 min
June 01 Enjoying God's Favor
Have you ever wished you could hear God more clearly? In this month's teaching letter, we examine the lessons Dr. Stanley draws from Noah's life--a study on how to listen to God's still, small voice. John is joined by Mathias, our Life Principles Training lead for Africa.
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17 min
May 01 A Fruitful Testimony
Obedience to God isn't a burden—it's the path to your richest, fullest life. In Dr. Stanley's May letter, we discover essential steps to obedience from the life of Daniel. John talks with Sandy, our chief copy editor, about a powerful experience of obedience and forgiveness from her life.

Show Notes - Read and hear the In Touch Devotion each day. Sandy read an expanded version of Dr. Stanley's May teaching letter.
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18 min
April 01 Because He Lives
The resurrection of Jesus Christ offers comfort in loneliness, confidence in prayer, and peace about the future. In this letter from Dr. Stanley, we discover how God's love and power shape our daily lives. John welcomes Ernest from Charles Stanley Institute for a conversation about our testimony.

Show Notes - Explore the free, self-paced discipleship courses available at Charles Stanley Institute.
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12 min
March 01 Take My Yoke
This month, we present Dr. Stanley's March letter based on Matthew 11:28-30. If you've ever felt weighed down by something or unclear about the way forward, this conversation will encourage you. John welcomes Cindy from the In Touch traffic team.
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15 min
February 01 Intimacy with Christ
This month, we present Dr. Stanley's February letter on the surpassing value of knowing Christ personally. John welcomes Shantel, producer of In Touch+.

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14 min
January 01 Walking by Faith
This month, we read Dr. Stanley's January letter on Abraham's faithful obedience. John welcomes Gary, production manager for In Touch, as he shares his experience walking with God through recent health challenges and reflects on his time traveling with Dr. Stanley on photography trips. A testimony about trusting God one step at a time.

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17 min

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