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“Not my will, but Yours be done.” It’s one of the hardest prayers to pray, especially when life hurts—when the path ahead feels uncertain, or when God’s plan doesn’t look like ours. In the garden, Jesus prayed those exact words, knowing the suffering that awaited Him. Yet He surrendered, trusting the Father’s perfect wisdom and love. Today, Pastor Chris will explain that when you face your own trials, that same prayer becomes an act of deep faith, choosing God’s will over your own and trusting in Him.

Today, Pastor Jack teaches us that as true believers, the Holy Spirit was given to us to equip us for ministry, and to edify the church. Serving others should be our passion, no matter if it’s digging ditches, mission work, or helping wherever we’re called.

Today, Mark Gregston, Wayne Shepherd and Courtney Lafleur discuss how listening is one of the most powerful ways parents can build connection with their teens. Many families struggle with communication because parents talk more than they listen — often teaching, correcting or giving opinions instead of asking thoughtful questions. Teens who don’t feel heard will seek that attention elsewhere, so parents must make intentional time to listen without judgment or interruption. Mark encourages parents and grandparents to show genuine interest and remember that one of the greatest acts of love is truly listening to your teen’s heart.

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Often, the distractions of the holiday season cause us to lose sight of what Christmas is really about––the entrance of the Savior into the world. Dr. Robert Jeffress provides a fresh perspective on the most important birth in human history.

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One of the clearest signs that God has changed a person’s heart is generosity. Scripture makes it plain: giving isn’t merely an act—it’s a reflection of God’s own character. As believers, we give not because we have to, but because God has given richly to us.

Today, we explore what the Bible says about generosity and highlight timeless wisdom from Christian voices throughout history. Their words still inspire us today to give joyfully, sacrificially, and with hearts shaped by the gospel.

The Bible paints a sweeping picture of generosity—one that reaches far beyond financial giving.

Generosity Begins with Compassion

Jesus taught, “Whoever has two tunics is to share with him who has none, and whoever has food is to do likewise.” Generosity starts with seeing the needs right in front of us and responding with compassion, humility, and love.

Giving Flows from the Heart

The apostle Paul reminds us that our gifts should reflect the posture of our hearts: “Each one must give as he has decided in his heart, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver.”

Generosity isn’t measured by the amount of money given, but by the joy, gratitude, and trust behind it.

Generosity Reflects God’s Character

Psalm 112 connects generosity to righteousness itself. Giving is not just something Christians do—it becomes part of who we are when our lives are aligned with God’s heart.

Throughout the centuries, believers have wrestled with what it means to give faithfully. These quotes reflect deep biblical conviction and continue to encourage us today.

C. S. Lewis

“I do not believe one can settle how much we ought to give. I am afraid the only safe rule is to give more than we can spare.”

Lewis reminds us that generosity stretches us—it costs something. Yet in that stretching, God grows us.

John Wesley

“Do all the good you can, by all the means you can…as long as ever you can.”

Wesley captures the spirit of a life poured out for God: comprehensive, intentional, and relentless generosity.

A. W. Tozer

“Any temporal possession can be turned into everlasting wealth. Whatever is given to Christ is immediately touched with immortality.”

Our giving invests in eternity, turning temporary resources into lasting treasure.

Billy Graham

“Tell me what you think about money, and I will tell you what you think about God… A man’s heart is closer to his wallet than anything else.”

Graham’s words challenge us to consider how closely our financial decisions reveal our spiritual values.

Evelyn Underhill

“The spirit of adoration is the spirit of generosity, for worship is giving.”

True generosity flows out of worship—a recognition that everything we have is a gift from God.

Randy Alcorn

“Giving affirms Christ’s lordship. It dethrones me and exalts Him.”

Giving reorders our priorities. It loosens our grip on earthly security and strengthens our trust in Christ.

St. Augustine

“Charity is a virtue which…unites us to God, for by it, we love Him.”

For Augustine, generosity wasn’t just an action—it was spiritual formation.

Amy Carmichael

“You can give without loving, but you cannot love without giving.”

Our giving is evidence of Christ’s love alive in us.

St. Paula of Rome

“The more we give to Christ, the more we possess Him.”

Generosity deepens our fellowship with Christ, reminding us that He is our true treasure.

Jesus Christ

When sending His disciples,

As a believer in Christ, you want to effectively communicate and spread God’s love. And that starts with a spirit of hospitality. Annie McCune shares amazing stories to give you some great ideas on how to show hospitality towards neighbors and strangers as a way of loving like Christ. You’ll be inspired to open your heart and your home!

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Tired of anger hurting relationships? Want to stop losing your temper? Chip shows it's possible to control your temper and even turn anger from a foe into a friend.

Introduction: How to make anger work for you

• Anger is like a wild stallion out of control or under control.
• Our anger holds powerful potential for good and evil; it must be harnessed!

The A, B, C, Ds of anger:

• Acknowledge the anger
• Backtrack to the primary emotion
• Consider the cause
• Determine how best to deal with it

The practical process: How to deal with your anger

1. At whom am I angry?
2. What should I do?
3. How do I deal with the situation?
4. When should I deal with it?

God’s 3-step training method to bridle anger:

Step #1: “Be Quick to Hear”

• Our immediate response to God, others, circumstances, and our anger is to be “receptive listeners” not “reactionary responders.”
• Key Question: What is this anger telling me?

Step #2: “Be Slow to Speak”

• Our interim response to God, others, circumstances, and our anger is to “think before we speak.”
• Proverbs 10:19; 13:3; 29:20
• Key Question: What must I do to prevent a “verbal reflex response?”

Step #3: “Be Slow to Anger”

• Ecclesiastes 7:9
• Our life changing response to anger begins when we replace “reaction” with “reflection.”
• Key Question: What root issue is behind this anger? (ABCD Method)

Summary:

• Anger is a choice
• Anger is a secondary emotion
• It’s not wrong to feel angry, it’s what you do with it.
• The A, B, C, Ds of anger

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Some feel indifferent about the end times, but others are anticipating Jesus' second coming. According to biblical prophecy in Revelation, the future contains some dark days for planet Earth. In this message from Revelation 19, Pastor Lutzer provides a clear picture of the great tribulation. A great battle will unfold at the end of history—and Christ will reign.

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Erwin W. Lutzer is Pastor Emeritus of The Moody Church in Chicago, where he served as Senior Pastor for 36 years. He is a prolific author of over seventy books. A clear expositor of the Bible, he is the featured speaker on "Running To Win" and "Songs In The Night," with programs broadcasting on over a thousand outlets in the U.S. and across more than fifty countries in seven languages. He and his wife, Rebecca, live in the Chicago area. They have three grown children and eight grandchildren.

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