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Today, Pastor Jack teaches us that our God-given moral code or law has a bottom line that Jesus asks of all of us. To go and do likewise by extending love and care for others as we would do for ourselves. We do not have eternal life because we do this, we do it because we have eternal life.

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Successful small groups, plus what compatibility in marriage looks like, and what if your date was previously married?    

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Roundtable: Church Small Group Success

We all long for community, and as Christians one of the best ways to cultivate deep relationships is in a small group with others from your church. But what actually makes a small group successful? We interviewed pastors and small group leaders to discover how to find a small group, what to look for, how to plug in, and what to expect from the experience.       

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Culture: Should You and Your Spouse Be Compatible?

It seems like dating sites and relationship experts talk a lot about compatibility. What is compatibility, and does it matter in marriage? If so, in what areas, and how do you go about finding or cultivating it? And what about “opposites attract” or the benefit of being complements to each other? Dr. Greg and Erin Smalley separate fact from fiction when it comes to compatibility and relational dynamics, specifically in the search for a mate.   

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Inbox: Dating Someone Who’s Been Married

What do you do with concerns about your date having been married before? What should you find out on the front end? Erin Smalley weighs in. 

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From social media to tricky relationships – how can parents help their teens bring clarity to a world of confusion? Professor and apologist Dr. Sean McDowell brings hope to a lonely, spiritually hungry generation – and you can too!  

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What’s the best way to chart a course for a successful Christian life over the long haul? We might ask someone who’s walked that path over the long haul. There’s no discounting the wisdom that comes with experience. Well today on A NEW BEGINNING, Pastor Greg Laurie looks back over the past 50 years of ministry at his home church, Harvest Christian Fellowship. The Lord has blessed, but it hasn’t always been easy. So today he offers some good perspective for all of us on the path of faith.

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For over 2,000 years, Christians have faced religious persecution. But Jesus predicted that there would be a drastic increase in violence and oppression before His return. Could we be witnessing the signs today? Dr. Robert Jeffress examines the intense persecution Christians are facing around the world in light of biblical prophecy.

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Do you feel nervous sharing your faith? Is there another level of anxiety added when you are talking to your kids or grandkids, who are hostile to Christianity? In this program, Chip continues his conversation with Aaron Pierce from Steiger International. The two walk through a new digital resource they have developed to help churches and families take the message of the Gospel to the next generation. You will find hope and encouragement from their interview!

I. Shared Partnership for Radical Faith

• Chip & Aaron's connection began through a conference where Chip taught "Good to Great in God's Eyes"
• Shared vision that God's truth needs to be shared widely

II. Launching Not Beyond Reach Book & Small Group Videos

• Desire to equip Christians to reach young people.
• Book emerges from observed spiritual hunger and need for practical discipleship.
• Creating a video small group series that is accessible & practical

III. Call to Action for the Future Generation

• Engaging with the young people & focus on Biblical engagement
• Shared mission & initiatives for a digital outreach strategy
• Boldly share the Gospel

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Aaron Pierce is the International Mission Director of Steiger International, a rapidly-growing, worldwide mission organization that is called to reach and disciple the Global Youth Culture for Jesus. Steiger is active in over 100 cities around the world within the regions of Europe, Eurasia, Central Asia, the Middle East, East Asia, South America, Australasia, and North America.

In this episode of The Creative Connection, Ed Young suggests that Jesus would appreciate Joe Rogan's inquisitive nature and love for learning, while also challenging him to open his life to faith, highlighting the balance between evidence and belief in everyday decisions and spiritual truths.

Every believer faces the ultimate question of what they would sacrifice rather than deny their faith. During the great tribulation, Satan’s rage will come against God’s people. In this message, Pastor Lutzer offers a prayer to renounce fear—even fear of persecution. Do we have the same victorious faith that has sustained martyrs throughout history?

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