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In this message from 1 Corinthians, Pastor J.D. walks through what some might call “the rowdy chapter” of Paul’s letter, the one about spiritual gifts of tongues and prophecy. As a church, we should be open to and desirous of these spectacular gifts, being careful to avoid fleshly limitation and pursuing them in the way the Bible instructs us to.

Praise is not optional—it reveals the heart. In this deeply personal opening message of Empowered by Praise, Dr. Michael Youssef calls believers to examine their spiritual condition by asking a simple question: what comes out of your mouth?

Drawing from Matthew 12:34 and Psalm 22:3, Dr. Youssef declares that praise is more than emotion. It is an act of faith and obedience that strengthens your walk with Christ and invites His rule over your life.

In this message, Dr. Youssef outlines four powerful truths about praise:

This episode calls believers to rise each morning with praise on their lips, trusting the Holy Spirit to ignite victorious living. As you praise the Name, character, and mercy of God, Christ reigns more fully over your heart, home, and witness.

The time to praise is now.

Scripture Focus: Matthew 12:34; Psalm 22:3

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Most of us do not wake up intending to serve money. Yet financial pressures, ambitions, and fears can quietly begin shaping our choices. Before long, money may influence where we find security, how we measure success, and what we believe will bring us peace.

Jesus speaks directly to this danger in Luke 16:13: “You cannot serve God and money.”

Money was never meant to be our master. But when it is placed in its proper role, it can become a useful tool for serving God, caring for our families, and blessing others.

So, what does a biblical approach to money look like?

The Bible speaks frequently about wealth, possessions, generosity, and stewardship. One of its clearest principles is that money is not the goal. It is a resource entrusted to us by God.

Ecclesiastes 5:19 says:

“Everyone also to whom God has given wealth and possessions and power to enjoy them…this is the gift of God.”

God is not opposed to provision or the appropriate enjoyment of what He provides. His gifts should be received with gratitude rather than guilt.

We see a picture of God’s abundant provision when Jesus feeds the five thousand in Matthew 14. Christ not only meets the immediate needs of the crowd, but the disciples also collect twelve baskets of leftovers. The point is not indulgence or excess. It is that God is a generous provider who delights in caring for His people.

Everything we possess ultimately comes from Him. Recognizing that truth allows us to enjoy His provision without believing we own it independently of Him.

Although money can be a gift, it also carries spiritual significance because it reveals the condition of our hearts.

1 Timothy 6:10 warns that “the love of money is a root of all kinds of evils.” Paul does not say that money itself is evil. The danger arises when we love money or look to it for something only God can provide.

Money cannot give us lasting security, establish our identity, or bring genuine peace. When we expect it to do those things, a useful tool begins to take the place of our faithful Provider.

Every financial decision can reveal something about our trust. Our spending may expose what we value. Our saving may show whether we are preparing wisely or attempting to control an uncertain future. Our generosity may reveal whether we believe God will continue to provide.

The question is not simply, “What am I doing with my money?” It is also, “What is my money doing to my heart?”

Ephesians 4:28 gives us a broader vision for our work and resources. Paul instructs believers to work honestly “so that he may have something to share with anyone in need.”

We do not earn merely to accumulate. God enables us to work so that we can provide for our responsibilities, prepare wisely for the future, and share with others.

That perspective transforms the purpose of our financial lives.

Work becomes more than survival or personal advancement. It becomes one way we participate in God’s generosity. Saving becomes thoughtful preparation rather than an attempt to eliminate every uncertainty. Investing can become an act of stewardship when it supports future responsibilities and generosity.

This purpose often expresses itself through ordinary decisions: choosing to give even when the budget feels limited, avoiding unnecessary debt, setting aside money for future needs, or creating enough margin to respond when someone needs help.

Those individual choices may feel small, but over time they shape both our finances and our hearts. Money becomes especially useful when it flows outward in service rather than being gathered inward as a source of identity or control.

When Jesus said we cannot serve both God and money, He was establishi

Porn feels closer than ever, and most parents aren't sure how to talk about it until it's already in the house. If you've been wondering how to talk to kids about pornography, Jacob Valk of Into the Light Ministries joins Dave and Ann Wilson for a real conversation about preparing your kids before the internet gets there first. He'll help you tackle the awkward conversations, hidden fears, and real questions you're carrying as a parent. If you're wondering how to protect your kids without leading with panic or shame, this conversation meets you where you live.

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Whether it’s a small folk group or a large orchestra, beautiful music comes when everyone plays together in rhythm and harmony. If each is playing a different tune, they have a word for that: yuck! Today on A NEW BEGINNING, Pastor Greg Laurie points out the importance of unity in our efforts to bring the Gospel to our generation. In a time of division and disunity in the culture, it’s more important than ever that we all come together “in one accord,” as the Bible puts it.

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