In a world where we're constantly tempted to place our security in politics, military strength, or economic systems, Psalm 33 offers a timeless reminder about where true trust should rest. Dr. John begins a new series on Psalms 33-41, exploring the psalm's call to "Always Trust in the Lord." He examines the invitation to joyful worship and God's sovereignty over creation and nations, challenging listeners to examine where they place their ultimate trust.

Reasons for Worship: In a world of political turmoil, personal struggles, and the apparent prosperity of evil, where should believers place their trust? Dr. John’s series on Psalms 33–41 called “Reasons for Worship” explores God’s faithfulness amid life’s challenges. From David’s escapes to his reflections on the wicked, these psalms offer practical wisdom for trusting God, finding hope in desperate circumstances, and keeping faith when evil seems to prevail. This series brings both comfort and challenge, pointing to the God who is completely trustworthy in every season.

Preteens are kids who are in-between childhood and teenagers — they are experiencing a lot of growth and development, often with high emotions but their maturity lags behind. Parents need to monitor and limit preteen internet use, ask more questions (and lecture less), and maintain faith traditions of going to church, praying over their kids, and reintroducing them to God’s Word.

Reflect on the simplest and greatest news with Pastor Chuck Swindoll. Listen as he expounds upon Paul’s famous words in Romans 1:16, “For I am not ashamed of this Good News about Christ. It is the power of God at work, saving everyone who believes.”

From the Series: Romans: The Christian’s Constitution

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If you have thick skin, you’re quick to forgive. If you’re thin skinned, you’re more likely to hang on to grudges and hurts. The perfect combination? A Soft heart and thick skin.

Alexis A. Goring reminds us that when we mess up, God meets us with compassion, grace, and mercy—not condemnation. Reflecting on a personal story from her time at Williams-Sonoma, Alexis draws a beautiful parallel to how God gently asks, “Are you okay?” before addressing our mistakes. Through Scripture and the inspiring song “Savior to Me” by Kerrie Roberts, she highlights God’s enduring love and His desire to restore what feels broken.

✨ Highlights

• The power of compassion over condemnation when we make mistakes

• How God’s heart is like a caring friend who checks on us first (“Are you okay?”)

• Biblical assurance of God’s mercy and grace that renews every morning (Lamentations 3:22-23)

• The hope found in Jesus Christ, the Savior who understands our pain and restores us

• A reminder that God can heal what we thought was permanently broken

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Full Transcript Below:

Are You Okay?

By: Alexis A. Goring

“The Lord is compassionate and gracious, slow to anger and abounding in mercy.”— Psalm 103:8 NASB

Have you ever needed mercy, grace and compassion after making a mess? 

When I worked for Williams-Sonoma—one of my favorite stores that sells kitchenware and home furnishings—I always treaded lightly and carefully around the store displays because most of the products for the kitchen and dining room areas were fragile. I didn’t want to accidentally bump into a display or drop anything while I cleaned it or arranged the products neatly on the shelf. Therefore, every moment on the sales floor was a guarded experience for me. 

For the first few months as a sales associate at this store, I didn’t drop anything nor topple over a display of delicate items…until one day. I accidentally bumped into one of the wine glass displays and half of those fragile items crashed down to the floor and shattered into what looked like a million pieces. I was mortified and worried about losing my job. However, one of my colleagues who worked in the stockroom calmed me down when she came alongside me. Instead of being mad at me for making a big mess of expensive items that no