Why don't our churches today look like the church in the book of Acts? And could they? They can if we invite God to our church. Simply put, when God comes to church, revival results!

Today on the 4:13, Pastor Steve Gaines analyzes how churches can look just like the church of the first century. You'll find out that we don't need another program, another personality, or a great marketing plan to set our churches on fire. We need God's presence!

He'll explain what a revival is, some misconceptions of a revival, and how you as an individual can help usher in a revival in your church. And, believe it or not, it's something you can start today!

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Today on the 4:13, you're going to see the Bible from the Garden to Glory! Author and Bible teacher Courtney Doctor will show you how to read the Bible as one big, beautiful story—a true story that reveals both our past and future and places us in the middle of the "already" and "not yet."

You'll discover how all the parts of the Bible fit together brilliantly as a unified whole, and you'll be encouraged to live in hopeful anticipation of the story's epic finale—when Heaven and Earth are renewed in glory.

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Today on the 4:13, author and Bible teacher Kelly Minter invites you into the daring faith modeled by Esther and her cousin Mordecai—a faith developed over time, rooted in the goodness of God, lived out through extraordinary circumstances, and used to change the world.

Although our time looks different from Esther's, our God is just as active and faithful today, and He has called YOU for such a time as this. So, let's dive into this fascinating book of the Bible and discover how Esther's story can inspire our own.

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Differences of opinion have always been part of life. It's not new to agree and disagree about politics, social issues, religion, current events, and even sports. But when we did disagree, it didn't used to cause a break-up between family and friends.

Nowadays, we live in an argument culture that has led to nearly one-third of people reporting they have stopped talking to a friend or family member due to a disagreement. Plus, nearly two-thirds of people say they stay quiet about their beliefs because they're afraid of offending others or getting beat up online.

Well today's guest, Sean McDowell, wants to help you end this stalemate. Christians are called to be God's ambassadors, which means we need to engage in a sincere and loving way with those around us—especially those with different perspectives.

So, let's revive the art of meaningful conversations and cancel this cancel culture!

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Even YOU can memorize the Bible! Yes, you!

According to today's guest, it doesn't matter how young or old you are. It doesn't matter if you think you have a bad memory. It doesn't even matter if you're a busy parent who rarely has more than 10 minutes alone in any given day. Scripture memorization is possible for you!

Author and podcaster Josh Summers will share the brain science and strategies behind Scripture memorization to give you confidence and motivation to get started. The tips and strategies he offers aren't just theoretical—he has used these methods to memorize over 10 books of the Bible word-for-word.

Yep! You read that right. But don't be intimidated! You really need to hear this.

Plus, near the end of our conversation, Josh has a surprise for every 4:13er, and it involves getting something for FREE. So, let's get going! Let's improve our memory and memorize what matters.

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Did you know you can change the way you think … one verse at a time? Knowing how hard it can be to memorize Scripture, today's guest, Vera Schmitz, shares a simple, creative, and smart way to memorize Scripture. That way, you can keep all of God's promises in your heart.

You'll learn the importance of having a mind built on God's Word, and you'll get the tools you need to defeat negative thoughts.

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As I was writing my Heaven Bible study, every time a podcast guest said something about Heaven, I saved it for later. Well, I finally got to go back through those recordings and found so many nuggets of truth that I just had to share with you.

You'll get to hear from the Kendrick Brothers, Karen Kingsbury, Joni Eareckson Tada, Lee Strobel, Kathie Lee Gifford, and others whose godly wisdom and eternal perspective will encourage you deeply.

Plus, you'll get to hear the voice of someone very special to me—my hero dad—from a sermon he gave just a few months before he died. And do you know what he talked about? Heaven.

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Did you know focusing on your future can change your present? Research has shown that thinking about the future can actually improve your mental health. It can reduce worry, increase hope, and refine your sense of purpose.

Well, that's all true if we're talking about your certain future—in Heaven. It's focusing on your uncertain future that can have the opposite effect.

So today, you're going to learn how thinking about your certain future, in Paradise, can make a huge difference in how you live today. I'll give you three ways to become a biblical future thinker and practical strategies to fight the doldrums.

Sounds good, right? New year, new focus!

Get ready to lighten your load and become the future thinker God created you to be. Here we go…

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In my new Heaven Bible study, I try to depict the longing for Heaven—the ache for our forever home—using the motif of a blue flower. I call these moments that awaken your longing for Heaven, the ones that stir your spiritual senses and help you cast your gaze toward Heaven, "blue flower moments."

So today on the 4:13, I'm going to share with you some of my blue flower moments using audio pictures to help you recognize those moments in your life!

Because God has placed a longing within your heart too, my friend. So, open your spiritual eyes, open your heart, and experience with me these blue flower moments.

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As we kick off this new year, we're beginning with the end in mind! And to be clear, I'm talking about our ultimate end … in Heaven, which is our glorious unending.

We're jumping all the way to Heaven because this is a very special day for me! Today is when my newest Bible study called Heaven: When Faith Becomes Sight releases. Woohoo!

But before we begin with the end in mind, let's begin at the beginning of my attempt to write Heaven. I thought it would be fun for you to go behind the scenes of the writing process so you can see how the Lord carried me and this project along, and how—in the same sense—He carries you along too.

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