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Some churches have embraced a tolerant view of homosexual relationships, while other churches have openly protested, even alienated, the gay and lesbian community. Are either of these responses biblical? In this message, J.D. will set current trends aside to see what God’s word truly says about homosexual relationships.

Pride kills praise. In this powerful message from Empowered by Praise, Dr. Michael Youssef warns that pride is not a small weakness—it is a spiritual danger that robs believers of joy, blessing, and fruitfulness.

Drawing from the inerrant Word of God, Dr. Youssef contrasts King David and Michal. David praised the Lord with all his might, laying aside status and self-image to honor God alone. Michal looked on with contempt, and her pride left her spiritually barren.

This episode calls believers to:

• Repent of pride and self-centered worship,
• Praise God with humility and surrender,
• Reject criticism that quenches spiritual joy,
• Restore power in prayer and intercession,
• Live as faithful witnesses to the Gospel.

True praise is not performance—it is sacrifice. When believers humble themselves before the Lord Jesus Christ, praise becomes the antidote to pride and the pathway to renewed spiritual power.

Scripture Focus: Luke 16:19-31

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If there's one word that defines our culture, it's more. More upgrades. More comfort. More square footage. More of whatever promises to make life a little better.

Yet, despite having more than previous generations could have imagined, many of us feel less satisfied than ever.

Why? Because contentment doesn't come from acquiring what's next. It's cultivated in the heart, right where we are. And Scripture reminds us that contentment isn't something we stumble upon. It's something we can learn.

We're all tempted to believe that the next purchase, promotion, milestone, or change in circumstances will finally make us feel satisfied. But this longing for just a little more is as old as humanity itself.

Consider King Solomon. Ecclesiastes tells us that he denied himself nothing his eyes desired. He accumulated extraordinary wealth, pursued pleasure, and enjoyed nearly everything the world could offer. Yet, when he reflected on all he had accomplished, he described it as a chasing after the wind (Ecclesiastes 2:11).

Solomon discovered what we often learn the hard way: lasting satisfaction cannot be bought, achieved, or accumulated. Whenever we look to possessions to satisfy our deepest longings, contentment seems to slip through our fingers.

The Apostle Paul understood this, too. In Philippians 4:11, he writes, "I have learned in whatever situation I am to be content." 

Notice that word learned. Contentment doesn't come naturally, nor does it depend on favorable circumstances. It's cultivated through a growing relationship with Jesus Christ. Paul goes on to reveal the secret: "I can do all things through him who strengthens me" (Philippians 4:13).

We often hear that verse applied to achieving ambitious goals or overcoming obstacles. But in context, Paul is talking about something quite different. He's describing his ability to remain content whether he has plenty or very little.

Writing from prison, Paul wasn't celebrating worldly success. He was testifying to Christ's sustaining strength in every circumstance.

Contentment isn't found in having everything. It's found in knowing the One who is enough.

In our devotional, Our Ultimate Treasure, I explore how contentment begins with recognizing that we have a Shepherd who faithfully cares for us.

Psalm 23:1 declares, "The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want."

Think about the significance of that statement. We belong to Him. We live under His watchful care and depend on His provision. Even when circumstances are uncertain or resources are limited, we can trust the One who knows our needs.

Hebrews 13:5 adds another beautiful dimension to this truth: "Be content with what you have, for he has said, 'I will never leave you nor forsake you.'" Notice the connection. Scripture grounds our contentment not in the abundance of our possessions, but in the assurance of God's presence.

Our circumstances may change. Our financial resources may rise or fall. We may experience seasons of abundance and seasons of genuine hardship. But through it all, the Lord remains faithful.

We don't have to depend on our possessions for the security and satisfaction that only God can provide.

Another important practice that helps us grow in contentment is gratitude.

Where gratitude grows, contentment has room to flourish.

When we intentionally thank God for His provision, our attention shifts from craving what's next to appreciating what He's already given. Instead of dwelling on what we lack, we begin noticing the blessings we might otherwise overlook.

And often, that shift begins with the simplest things.

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Certain things people say can SOUND like they’re true. But they’re not. Before the railroad was invented, it was believed people couldn’t ever travel faster than 30 miles an hour because air would rush past them and they wouldn’t be able to breathe. How fast were you driving to work today? And you’re still here! Today on A NEW BEGINNING, Pastor Greg Laurie urges us to trade human wisdom for Divine wisdom. We’ll see it points us to God and His will for our lives.

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On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson sits down with comedian and author Ken Davis, who opens up about his emotionally distant father, who was a survivor of the Bataan Death March during World War II.

The post Ken Davis Shares from His Heart appeared first on Dr. James Dobson Family Institute.

Do you ever wonder why some of your worst fights are with the people you love the most? Drawing from the book of James, Chip uncovers the root causes of our fights and quarrels.

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Your kid needs a phone for the team. Their friends all have one. And they’ve asked approximately 4,000 times. So should kids have smartphones? Are parental controls enough to keep them safe? Tech-policy expert and author Clare Morell joins Dave and Ann Wilson to challenge what parents assume is inevitable—and unpacks what that glowing rectangle may be doing to a developing brain.

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