Insight for Living Daily Broadcast

Living above the Drag of Defeat, Part 1

The grim reality of humanity's sinful condition fills the opening chapters of Paul's letter to the Romans. But the eighth chapter sounds a refrain of relief: "There is now no condemnation for those who belong to Christ Jesus" (8:1). The ...

We've Met the Wretch: He Is Us!, Part 1

Whose Slave Are You?, Part 2

Many people are slaves to earthly masters like wealth, power, sex, or self-indulgence. Such masters lure people with false hope only to leave them empty and thirsting for more. Those who put their faith in Jesus Christ serve a better ...

Needed Changes When Living by Grace, Part 2

Many Christians wrongly believe that they are doomed to failure-that some temptations simply are too strong to resist. But as believers, we don't have to give in! In Romans 6:5-14, the apostle Paul told Christians that since they were saved ...

Since We've Died, Let's Really Live!, Part 3

Slavery is one of the most horrible human tragedies imaginable. Yet many who think they are free are unknowingly bound by the shackles of sin. The apostle Paul wrote to believers who continued to live as slaves, and in Romans ...

Since We've Died, Let's Really Live!, Part 1

Slavery is one of the most horrible human tragedies imaginable. Yet many who think they are free are unknowingly bound by the shackles of sin. The apostle Paul wrote to believers who continued to live as slaves, and in Romans ...

A Flyover Glance at Guilt and Grace, Part 1

Guilt and grace have been locked in a tug-of-war since Adam and Eve ate the forbidden fruit and experienced shame for the first time. Sadly, guilt is winning the battle in many people's hearts. Although humanity has experienced moral ruin ...

A Choice You'll Never Regret, Part 1

Joshua knew that complete obedience to God's commands is essential to the continual enjoyment of God's blessings. Pastor Chuck Swindoll, in this final message on the book of Joshua, reminds us to watch out in times of abundance. For ancient ...

Needed: A Safe Place to Heal, Part 2

Christ wants His church to be a place of grace, not judgment, where someone can be a part of a fellowship and say, "I'm sunk, I'm beat, I've had it!" Inspired by Joshua 20:1-9, Pastor Chuck Swindoll reminds Christ-followers that ...

Age: Your Ticket to Adventure, Part 2

How old would you be if you didn't know your age? Many people dwell on their age and worry about growing older. Pastor Chuck Swindoll asserts that age isn't what's important; rather, attitude is what enables one to live with ...

What to Do after You've Blown It, Part 2

Failure doesn't have to be the end of your story. Rather than wallow in self-pity, it's better to get up, learn from your failure and press on. In this message, Pastor Chuck Swindoll reveals five steps to recovering from mistakes. ...

Postmortem of a Deceiver, Part 2

After a great spiritual victory, be careful! It's common to be overconfident, and in turn, vulnerable. Secret sin can cause a downward spiral of events. Ever-practical, Pastor Chuck Swindoll looks at the account of Achan in Joshua 7-the man whose ...

Impossible Walls Still Tumble Down, Part 2

We're all faced with great opportunities brilliantly disguised as impossible situations. Maybe the situation towering over you involves conflict in your family, an addiction, your health, or another area of struggle. As the Lord did for the Hebrews in collapsing ...

Are Spies and Lies Okay in God's Eyes?, Part 3

Rahab was a prostitute and a deceiver. Yet she was the most virtuous person of her people when she saved the lives of the Hebrew spies in Jericho. Her heroism led to the Hebrews conquering that city. Pastor Chuck Swindoll ...

Are Spies and Lies Okay in God's Eyes?, Part 1

Rahab was a prostitute and a deceiver. Yet she was the most virtuous person of her people when she saved the lives of the Hebrew spies in Jericho. Her heroism led to the Hebrews conquering that city. Pastor Chuck Swindoll ...

Confident Leadership . . . Ideal Response, Part 2

Just because Moses died didn't mean God's promises died with him. God's plan for His people would live on through the next leader. Joshua inherited from Moses the daunting task of leading the Israelites into the promised land. Reminding himself ...

Setting the Leader on Fire, Part 2

How do you go on after losing the person who meant the world to you? You must first think rightly of God. When a Christ-follower dies, God's Spirit remains as an ever-present help. With His indwelling presence, you can keep ...

How to Live in Troubled Times, Part 3

Tough times call for strong saints. The apostle Peter knew this and concluded his letter in 2 Peter 3:14-18 with two warnings: beware and be ready. In other words, don't be surprised by the evil in the world, and stay ...

How to Live in Troubled Times, Part 1

Tough times call for strong saints. The apostle Peter knew this and concluded his letter in 2 Peter 3:14-18 with two warnings: beware and be ready. In other words, don't be surprised by the evil in the world, and stay ...

The Day of the Lord, Part 1

What will happen in the future? How will it all end? These heavy questions have burdened the minds of humans for millennia. While much about the future remains a mystery, Scripture reveals essential truth about God's plan for His creation. ...

Skeptics and Sinners, Beware!, Part 1

The annals of history are dark with story after story of the forces of wickedness opposing God, His people, and His purposes. Today, the presence of evil feels more evident than ever before. How can the godly find reassurance amid ...

Which Is Worse? What Is Best?, Part 1

What if someone knows the truth and turns away from it? Surely, they are worse off than they were before. This is the idea on which 2 Peter 2:20-3:2 postulates. Scripture affirms that those who have knowledge of the truth ...

Disobedience Gone to Seed, Part 1

The seed of sin tempts the heart of every person. Some yield to sin's enticement and allow it to take root in their soul until it bears fruits of wickedness. False teachers may look impressive, but they are entangled in ...

The God of Wrath and Rescue, Part 1

Like an expertly cut diamond, God's character is multifaceted. All His attributes work together to magnify the light of His glory. Two such attributes are His mercy and justice. These qualities seem to be at odds with one another, don't ...

An Exposé of Counterfeit Communicators, Part 1

Few moments feel worse than when you realize that someone took advantage of you. Sadly, people experience this kind of abuse every day. When it happens within the walls of the church, the exploitation feels even worse. Counterfeit faith leaders ...