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Today, we’re continuing our brand-new study in the book of Esther and gaining some key insights on how God can use us, even—and especially—in the midst of a godless community. We’re examining the unique example of Esther, and what her story can teach us about God’s faithfulness on this episode of The Verdict.

It is perfectly normal for those of us who follow Jesus to wish that all people would be saved. After all, how could a loving God allow someone to go to hell, to spend eternity in torment? Well, Pastor Jeff reminds us today that we need to put away our feelings when it comes to God’s Word. We can’t twist the Word to fit our own desires; we must allow the Word to shape our minds and our hearts. The teachings of universalism come from a well-meaning heart, but they have no Scriptural foundation.

Since the beginning of time, the world has been ever changing. But unlike the shifting trends of philosophy, morality, and even science, there’s one thing that has always stood true—the Word of God. On this episode of Know The Truth, Philip De Courcy explains why there’s nothing more certain.

Dealing with Personal Strongholds, Part 1 – 4/13/2026

Every teen wants to belong somewhere, but for some, the journey to find acceptance comes with a heavy price. In today's episode, Mark visits with a courageous young woman at Heartlight, who shares how bullying, cultural discrimination, and the weight of reputation led her down a difficult path of self-doubt and treatment programs. The longing to fit in can shape choices, identities and even futures. Tune in as Mark, Wayne and Heartlight Counselor Courtney help parents understand what's really at stake and how you can become the safe place your teen needs most. Listen in now!

Does your teen hang a “Go away!” sign on his bedroom door? Does she consistently refuse to join the family for shared activities? Here’s what you need to know: parentingtodaysteens.org/articles/6-things-to-know-about-teen-isolation

Parenting Today's Teens is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be, visit parentingtodayteens.org.

They say Thomas Edison failed ten thousand times to make a viable electric light bulb. When asked about all those strikeouts, Edison would reportedly say, “I have not failed. I've just found 10,000 ways that won't work.” Today on A NEW BEGINNING, Pastor Greg Laurie helps us explore the failure of a certain apostle. He did the unthinkable, but we’ll see the Lord responded with the unexpected. Spiritual failure came face to face with divine mercy.

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Blended families face unique battles: guilt-paralyzed bio parents, stepparents feeling threatened, ex-spouses overstepping. Ron Deal and Gayla Grace unpack traps that sabotage marriage and parenting—erase/replace mindsets, unilateral fixes, defensiveness—and show how co-parents can lean in, communicate intent, and send “no-threat” messages. When couples unite around kids, check in before ex-decisions, and prioritize long-term child good, hope, stability, and even transformation become possible.

Show Notes and Resources

• Resources for blended families familylife.com/blended
• Save the date! Blended & Blessed® is happening April 18, 2026. Find details at blendedandblessed.com
• Ron Deal & Gayla Grace on common blended family traps
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In the midst of fearful times, do you know GOD offers security that can’t be changed by any person or circumstance? No boss, no mate, no illness, no crime, no job loss, no violence, not even the death of someone we love can touch the security we have in Christ. Chip opens the book of Ephesians to explain how that works.

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