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Jesus has made the exclusive claim that He is the only way to God. Is that true? Don’t other religions have viable pathways as well? Dr. Sam Storms will join us to discuss John 14: 6 and why this verse has become so controversial. Get ready to think biblically and critically on today’s broadcast.

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There’s never been a nation like the United States of America. It's impossible to imagine the world without it—but do you know the wild and true story of how it came into existence? Eric Metaxas will join us to discuss his newest book, already a best seller, Revolution. He will bring the epic of America’s birth to life so fully that you will feel you are a part of the story.

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In this final message from our series through 1 Corinthians, Pastor J.D. walks through Paul’s final, rapid-fire exhortations. Often what we learn from others is more caught than taught, and the final chapter in this book exemplifies that truth. As Paul bounces from topic to topic—principles on giving, the need for courage, dealing with opposition, discerning God’s will—we see a snapshot of a faithful Christian life. And in seeing it, we are encouraged to “go and do likewise.”

The victory belongs to Christ—but believers must stay alert. In this urgent message, Dr. Michael Youssef warns that Satan still looks for open doors through compromise, distraction, and self-reliance.

Jesus Christ, the divine Son of God, faced the tempter and defeated him with the authority of Scripture: “It is written.” He did not take shortcuts, argue with Satan, or rely on human strength. He trusted the Word of God and obeyed the Father completely.

This episode calls believers to:

The enemy is defeated, but the skirmishes are real. God’s people must remain watchful, prayerful, and anchored in Biblical Truth.

Scripture Focus: Matthew 4

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Bob Goff once said, “We won’t be distracted by comparison if we’re captivated by purpose.”

That’s especially true when it comes to money.

Comparison tempts us to measure our success against someone else’s income, lifestyle, investments, or possessions. But when we understand who we are in Christ and why God has entrusted resources to us, money becomes a tool for fulfilling God’s purposes rather than a scorecard for measuring our worth.

Jim Rasmussen, co-founder and brand ambassador at Pandowealth and a Certified Kingdom Advisor®, has spent years helping individuals, families, and business owners approach financial decisions with wisdom and purpose. Through that work, he has seen how easily comparison can creep into our financial lives—and how biblical stewardship can help us escape it.

Comparison often begins innocently.

For business owners, it might start by comparing sales, expenses, or profitability with another company. Before long, however, that same mindset can spill into personal finances.

Who has the bigger house? Who takes better vacations? Who has accumulated more? Who seems further ahead?

For high earners in particular, there can be a subtle temptation to connect net worth with self-worth. And without a clear sense of purpose, financial success can actually make the problem worse.

A successful business should ultimately support a financial plan, and a financial plan should support the life God is calling us to live. But when that larger purpose hasn’t been defined, it becomes easy to look around and simply copy what others are doing.

That is where comparison begins replacing stewardship.

1 Peter 4:10 says:

“As each has received a gift, use it to serve one another, as good stewards of God’s varied grace.”

Biblical stewardship begins with recognizing that what we have is a gift from God.

Our resources were never meant merely to become trophies that demonstrate how successful we are. They are entrusted to us so that we can serve others, provide for those God has placed in our care, practice generosity, and participate in His purposes.

That perspective changes the questions we ask. Instead of asking, “How much more can I accumulate?” we begin asking, “How much do I actually need?” and “How might God want me to use the rest?”

Rasmussen often encourages families to consider three questions:

Scripture doesn’t give us a universal percentage for determining how much lifestyle is enough. That requires prayer, wisdom, and discernment—and for married couples, a willingness to seek the Lord together.

The starting point is simple: seek God first.

One of the dangers of comparison is that there is always someone with more. Without a financial finish line, “enough” continually moves farther away.

A larger paycheck creates room for a larger house. A growing portfolio creates another wealth target. Greater success creates expectations for an even more expensive lifestyle.

Defining “enough” can interrupt that cycle.

A finish line isn’t about creating an arbitrary limit or feeling guilty for enjoying God’s provision. It is about intentionally deciding what level of resources is sufficient for your needs so that additional wealth can increasingly be directed toward generosity and other God-honoring purposes.

It moves us from constantly asking, “What else can I get?” toward asking, “What has God entrusted to me, and what is it for?”

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Jesus warned us that we may face persecution for our faith. It doesn’t mean we’re doing something wrong, in fact it may be an indication that we’re right with the Lord. Today on A NEW BEGINNING, Pastor Greg Laurie points to that characteristic and several others that show us how we’re doing. If we’re walking closely with the Lord, these traits will be obvious. It’s good insight, and a good opportunity to take some notes. Pastor Greg is in the book of Acts today, reading from the New Living Translation.

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