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Truth For Life Daily Program
Truth For Life is the Bible-teaching ministry of Alistair Begg. The ministry's mission is to teach the Bible with clarity and relevance so that unbelievers will be converted, believers will be established and local churches will be strengthened. Join us each weekday and on the weekend as Alistair helps us apply the Bible to our daily lives.
Episodes
- Truth For Life Daily Program
Money Talk (Part 1 of 2)
Money is a sensitive topic that many consider personal and private. But what does the Bible have to say about being rich? Is it sinful or a blessing from God?…
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Glory to God (Part 2 of 2)
Do fears and worries consume your thoughts, distracting you from the task at hand or disturbing your sleep? Hear about the best antidote, on Truth For Life…
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Glory to God (Part 1 of 2)
When you read Scripture, do you think about how it applies to you? Practical applications are important—but not the best place to begin. On Truth For Life…
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The Good Confession (Part 2 of 2)
Are you waiting to come to Christ until all your questions have been answered and you’re really ready? That’s a dangerous tactic! Find out why as we consider…
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We Do Not Lose Heart (Part 2 of 4)
Do you worry that you’re not good enough to serve God? Your sense of inadequacy isn’t necessarily detrimental to your ministry. Find out why as you consider…
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The Good Confession (Part 1 of 2)
The apostle Paul exhorted Timothy to keep the good confession Jesus made when He testified before Pontius Pilate. Are you prepared to take such a stand for…
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A Charge to a Man of God (Part 3 of 3)
Paul taught that God’s children should flee from false teachers, the love of money, and other dangers. But it’s not enough to run from ungodliness. We also…
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A Charge to a Man of God (Part 2 of 3)
If you’re running from a bear, you don’t run to a mountain lion for safety! Find out how Christian maturity is largely determined by knowing what to flee…
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A Charge to a Man of God (Part 1 of 3)
Are you growing in faith? You’ve probably heard the saying, “As goes the shepherd, so go the sheep.” Listen to Truth For Life as Alistair Begg examines the…
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Contentment or Corruption? (Part 4 of 4)
Get-rich-quick schemes are popular, and no one’s immune to the lure of riches—not even established Christians. What happens when we take our eyes off God and…
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We Do Not Lose Heart (Part 1 of 4)
The apostle Paul faced daunting obstacles throughout his ministry, including beatings, shipwreck, and imprisonment. How did he keep praying and preaching in…
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Contentment or Corruption? (Part 3 of 4)
How much money is enough? It’s often tempting to want more, and many endeavor to get rich by legal or illegal means. So how can you tell if your desire for…
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Contentment or Corruption? (Part 2 of 4)
Is it sinful to be wealthy? Is it godly to live in poverty? Is one extreme more conducive to contentment than the other? Find out why you can feel empty—or…
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Contentment or Corruption? (Part 1 of 4)
What’s the secret to true contentment? Some believe it’s attained by accumulating wealth and luxuries. Others believe it can only be found in a simplified life…
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False Teachers (Part 2 of 2)
Kudzu is an aggressive vine that, if not quickly rooted out, will overtake anything in its path. False teachers similarly leave a path of destruction and need…
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False Teachers (Part 1 of 2)
Toddlers can’t differentiate between play money and real money. We learn to distinguish the real thing because only legal currency has true value. On Truth For…
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“I Will Rejoice!” (Part 2 of 2)
There are moments in life when bad news brings us to our knees. Prayers aren’t always answered as hoped, though—so how do we continue to trust God? Listen to…
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True Servants (Part 2 of 2)
The apostle Paul provided helpful instructions for Christian slaves and slave masters of his day. But does this teaching have any relevance today? Listen to…
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True Servants (Part 1 of 2)
Most people highly value health, happiness, and rights—but these aren’t God’s highest priority! On Truth For Life, Alistair Begg considers the apostle Paul’s…
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Lessons in Leadership (Part 3 of 3)
Many problems can be avoided by taking time to do things correctly. That’s true when it comes to health, home maintenance, and relationships. It’s also true…
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Lessons in Leadership (Part 2 of 3)
Even admirable individuals are imperfect and subject to temptation. While those in church leadership deserve honor, their sins aren’t to be covered up. On…
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Lessons in Leadership (Part 1 of 3)
God calls elders to lead the church and care for the spiritual needs of believers. Some preach God’s Word—but what else does this role entail? And what…
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“I Will Rejoice!” (Part 1 of 2)
Have you ever complained to God when you felt overwhelmed? Relief comes easily if circumstances improve—but what if they don’t? Find out how your reaction can…
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Different Strokes for Different Folks (Part 2 of 2)
In caring for widows, how much responsibility falls to the church, the family—or the widow herself? Are expectations different now from when the apostle Paul…
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Different Strokes for Different Folks (Part 1 of 2)
The apostle Paul wrote to his young protégé, Timothy, to offer some guidance. While his instruction addresses the responsibilities of pastoral care, it’s…
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Sabbath Controversy
Does God accept us because we obey Him? Or do we obey Him because He accepted us? Your answer to this question can profoundly affect your enjoyment of the…
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Christ the Controversialist (Part 2 of 2)
Do you believe that a good God will reward nice people for trying their best? Listen to Truth For Life as Alistair Begg explains why this popular assumption is…
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Christ the Controversialist (Part 1 of 2)
With all their rules and regulations, the religious leaders of Jesus’ day turned God’s blessings into burdens. Examine Jesus’ controversial teaching that…
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“Let All the Earth Be Silent” (Part 2 of 2)
Habakkuk questioned God’s tolerance of violence, immorality, and idolatry amongst God’s people—issues that remain prevalent today. Do you find yourself joining…
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Supper with the Savior
Is it possible to be “too bad” to come to church? Do you need to clean yourself up and get your life together before you can come to Jesus? Listen to what…
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Grace and Forgiveness (Part 2 of 2)
Have you ever been outside stadium gates, close enough to sense the excitement but cut off from the action? There’s a similarly critical distinction between…
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Grace and Forgiveness (Part 1 of 2)
What kind of people do you think Jesus calls to follow Him? The religious or morally upright? The kindhearted? Those who are eager to serve? Study along as we…
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Restored and Forgiven
Mark’s Gospel tells dramatic stories of Jesus healing a hopeless leper and a helpless paralytic. These afflictions are devastating, but there’s an ailment…
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A Day in the Life of Jesus (Part 3 of 3)
When you’re suffering, it’s natural to pray for relief—but Jesus is so much more than just a healer! On Truth For Life, Alistair Begg examines what Jesus…
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“Let All the Earth Be Silent” (Part 1 of 2)
The Bible reveals that God sometimes uses the wicked to punish His disobedient people. But the good news is that He doesn’t stop there. Find out how He gives…
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A Day in the Life of Jesus (Part 2 of 3)
Does it surprise you that demons demonstrate a solid understanding of the Bible? Scripture is clear that they actually believe in Jesus! So how is their belief…
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A Day in the Life of Jesus (Part 1 of 3)
Why would the Gospel offend people? It promises relief from sin’s burden and restored relationship with God—so why is it so difficult to share with others? On…
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Jesus: His Message and His Mission (Part 2 of 2)
Do you feel like you don’t have enough talent, training, or the right personality to be used by God? You might be surprised! Check out the first disciples…
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Jesus: His Message and His Mission (Part 1 of 2)
Are you a “Jesus, take the wheel” person, able to give God full control? Or do you have more of an “I’ve got this” attitude, calling on Jesus only in times of…
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Jesus: Baptized, Tempted
Have you truly considered the baptism and temptation of Jesus? He’s God—the second person of the Trinity—so why were these events necessary? And what do they…
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“Look and Be Amazed!”
How do you trust God when it seems like His hand is against you? That was Habakkuk’s predicament when God revealed how He was going to address Israel’s…
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A Man with a Message (Part 2 of 2)
Churches often try to attract visitors by changing the music or offering new programs or amenities. John the Baptist offered none of that, and yet vast crowds…
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A Man with a Message (Part 1 of 2)
Not only does the Bible continue to outsell every book in the world—it’s unlike any book that’ll ever be written! On Truth For Life, Alistair Begg illustrates…
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The Beginning of the Gospel (Part 2 of 2)
Did you know that the apostle Mark never actually identifies himself as the author of his Gospel? So how can we be sure he really wrote it? And does this…
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The Beginning of the Gospel (Part 1 of 2)
How can we be certain that the Gospels of Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John are historical fact and not simply fabricated stories like we find in Greek mythology?…
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The Coming of the Lord (Part 6 of 6)
Christ’s death on the cross secured victory over sin and death—but does this mean we can live however we want while awaiting His return? What are we supposed…
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How Long and Why?
Why does God tolerate injustice? How long will He tolerate it? And how can we reconcile what we know about our good God with the moral and social chaos we…
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The Coming of the Lord (Part 5 of 6)
Are you a Christian? How does your life give evidence of this new identity? Listen to Truth For Life as Alistair Begg teaches what it means to be a Christian…
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The Coming of the Lord (Part 4 of 6)
When Jesus suddenly returns, will your response be different from your unbelieving friends? It should be! Find out why, and learn how anticipating Christ’s…
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The Coming of the Lord (Part 3 of 6)
Do you read Scripture like a mystery novel, seeking hidden meanings and secret answers? Throughout church history, many have similarly tried to pinpoint the…
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The Coming of the Lord (Part 2 of 6)
While talk of Christ’s return often sparks questions, speculation, and intriguing conversations, Alistair Begg turns our attention to the central truths that…
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The Coming of the Lord (Part 1 of 6)
When Jesus returns, how will we know it’s really Him, not an impostor? As Alistair Begg often says, “The main things are the plain things, and the plain things…
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“Are We Blind Too?” (Part 2 of 2)
Learning about Jesus eventually brings each one of us to a “crossroads moment.” On Truth For Life, Alistair Begg explores the options and their consequences…
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Those Who Have Hope (Part 2 of 2)
The apostle Paul taught that when you live to please God, people should notice. Find out how you can point others to Jesus—even by the way you grieve and…
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Those Who Have Hope (Part 1 of 2)
Becoming a Christian means more than simply adding Jesus to your life by attending church, joining a Bible study, or helping out in ministry. On Truth For…
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Christians Grieve Too! (Part 2 of 2)
Believers shouldn’t grieve like unbelievers who are “without hope and without God.” Does this mean we shouldn’t be sad at funerals? Learn how to apply the…
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Christians Grieve Too! (Part 1 of 2)
The death of a loved one is one of the most challenging experiences we may ever face. So as a believer, how should we face death and grieve loss in a way…
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Brotherly Love
What key characteristic should distinguish Jesus’ followers? Hear about the foundational attribute that the apostle Paul described as a stand-out mark of…
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“Are We Blind Too?” (Part 1 of 2)
The Pharisees searched Scripture and studied the prophecies concerning the promised Messiah—yet they failed to recognize Him! Could you be biblically…
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Sexual Purity (Part 2 of 2)
We live at a time when most people, even within the church, view sex between consenting adults as a harmless, private matter. In sharp contrast, Alistair Begg…