Truth For Life Daily Program
1,325 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 5 hours ago - ★★★★★ - 2.8K ratingsTruth 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.
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Episodes
“Without Excuse” (Part 2 of 2)
February 21, 2024 08:00 - 11.5 MBFinal judgment is a grim and daunting reality that each of us must face. But Scripture assures us that God’s wrath is surpassed by His amazing provision. Find out how to enjoy God’s grace rather than suffer His wrath, on Truth For Life with Alistair Begg. ----------------------------------------- • Click here and look for "FROM THE SERMON" to stream or read the full message. • This program is part of the series ‘God's Power for Salvation’ • Learn more about our current resource, reques...
“Without Excuse” (Part 1 of 2)
February 20, 2024 08:00 - 11.5 MBGod doesn’t grade on a curve or compare our sins and deeds to others’. Scripture teaches that no one’s “good enough” to pass God’s judgment by merit. Is that unfair? Find out why it’s actually merciful when you listen to Truth For Life with Alistair Begg. ----------------------------------------- • Click here and look for "FROM THE SERMON" to stream or read the full message. • This program is part of the series ‘God's Power for Salvation’ • Learn more about our current resource, reques...
Why We Need the Gospel (Part 2 of 2)
February 19, 2024 08:00 - 11.5 MBTo truly grasp the good news of the Gospel, we must first understand the bad news that our sin separates us from God. Listen to Truth For Life as Alistair Begg explores the apostle Paul’s teaching concerning the only way to be delivered from God’s wrath. ----------------------------------------- • Click here and look for "FROM THE SERMON" to stream or read the full message. • This program is part of the series ‘God's Power for Salvation’ • Learn more about our current resource, request...
The Apostles’ Teachings
February 18, 2024 08:00 - 11.5 MBHow can we assess a church’s effectiveness? By congregation size? Programs? Music? Listen as Alistair Begg begins a study of church priorities by exploring what made the apostles’ teachings so powerful and compelling. That’s our focus on Truth For Life. ----------------------------------------- • Click here and look for "FROM THE SERMON" to stream or read the full message. • This program is part of the series ‘Seven Marks of an Effective Church’ • Learn more about our current resource,...
Why We Need the Gospel (Part 1 of 2)
February 16, 2024 08:00 - 11.5 MBThe Titanic’s lifeboats seemed irrelevant since the ship was declared unsinkable. When it was sinking, however, it was a different story. Similarly, many disregard the Gospel—until they need a Savior. Hear more on Truth For Life with Alistair Begg. ----------------------------------------- • Click here and look for "FROM THE SERMON" to stream or read the full message. • This program is part of the series ‘God's Power for Salvation’ • Learn more about our current resource, request your ...
The Gospel Is the Power of God (Part 2 of 2)
February 15, 2024 08:00 - 11.5 MBIf you’re dangling over a cliff and your grip is slipping, you don’t need someone to tell you an inspiring story or entertain you. You need to be rescued! Learn how the Gospel is God’s ultimate rescue mission. Listen to Truth For Life with Alistair Begg. ----------------------------------------- • Click here and look for "FROM THE SERMON" to stream or read the full message. • This program is part of the series ‘God's Power for Salvation’ • Learn more about our current resource, request...
The Gospel Is the Power of God (Part 1 of 2)
February 14, 2024 08:00 - 11.5 MBPeople hoping to attract followers on social media often share interesting articles or funny videos. But what compels Christians to share the Gospel with those who may shame them for their faith? Alistair Begg investigates the answer on Truth For Life. ----------------------------------------- • Click here and look for "FROM THE SERMON" to stream or read the full message. • This program is part of the series ‘God's Power for Salvation’ • Learn more about our current resource, request y...
The Trustworthy Word
February 13, 2024 08:00 - 11.6 MBMany Christian books encourage us with Scripture or help us understand and apply the Bible’s teachings. But if you long to hear God speak, you must read His Word! Join us on Truth For Life with Alistair Begg to find out why no other book will suffice. ----------------------------------------- • Click here and look for "FROM THE SERMON" to stream or read the full message. • This program is part of the series ‘The Work of the Word’ • Learn more about our current resource, request your co...
The Purposeful Word
February 12, 2024 08:00 - 11.6 MBIt’s surprisingly easy to become lax about reading or teaching the Bible. Explore some important warnings and reminders from the apostle Paul, and learn how to get the most out of your time in God’s Word, on Truth For Life with Alistair Begg. ----------------------------------------- • Click here and look for "FROM THE SERMON" to stream or read the full message. • This program is part of the series ‘The Work of the Word’ • Learn more about our current resource, request your copy with a...
Why Bother with the Bible? (Part 6 of 6)
February 11, 2024 08:00 - 11.5 MBMany experts offer advice about the disicipline physical fitness requires. Spiritual fitness requires similar discipline—but there’s only one guidebook! On Truth For Life, Alistair Begg explains why it takes a whole Bible to make a whole Christian. ----------------------------------------- • Click here and look for "FROM THE SERMON" to stream or read the full message. • This program is part of the series ‘Why Bother with the Bible?’ • Learn more about our current resource, request your...
The Necessary Word
February 09, 2024 08:00 - 11.6 MBWhen the apostle Paul trained Timothy for leadership, he taught the importance of relying on Scripture. Listen to Truth For Life as Alistair Begg explores Paul’s teaching to discover why God’s Word is not only profitable but absolutely necessary! ----------------------------------------- • Click here and look for "FROM THE SERMON" to stream or read the full message. • This program is part of the series ‘The Work of the Word’ • Learn more about our current resource, request your copy wi...
The Profitable Word
February 08, 2024 08:00 - 11.6 MBWhat is the Bible to you? Is it a historical record, a book of wisdom, a guide for moral living—or more? Study along with Truth For Life as we begin a series called ‘The Work of the Word,’ where Alistair Begg explores Scripture’s authority and usefulness. ----------------------------------------- • Click here and look for "FROM THE SERMON" to stream or read the full message. • This program is part of the series ‘The Work of the Word’ • Learn more about our current resource, request you...
Frail as Summer’s Flower
February 07, 2024 08:00 - 11.5 MBDeath is an uncomfortable and scary topic that many of us would prefer to ignore in the hope that it will just go away. But find out why it’s necessary to keep our mortality in mind. Study along with us on Truth For Life with Alistair Begg. ----------------------------------------- • Click here and look for "FROM THE SERMON" to stream or read the full message. • Learn more about our current resource, request your copy with a donation of any amount. Helpful Resources - Learn about God'...
The Glory We Await (Part 2 of 2)
February 06, 2024 08:00 - 11.5 MBWhat comforts a suffering Christian that can’t be enjoyed by those who reject God and His Word? Hear the answer, and learn how to anticipate the future eagerly yet patiently, regardless of circumstances. That’s our focus on Truth For Life with Alistair Begg. ----------------------------------------- • Click here and look for "FROM THE SERMON" to stream or read the full message. • This program is part of the series ‘Dangers, Toils, and Snares’ • Learn more about our current resource, re...
The Glory We Await (Part 1 of 2)
February 05, 2024 08:00 - 11.5 MBSuffering is an inescapable aspect of life. The apostle Paul knew this as well as anyone. He taught that Christians of all people ought to be able to persevere through periods of difficulty. Learn why when you listen to Truth For Life with Alistair Begg. ----------------------------------------- • Click here and look for "FROM THE SERMON" to stream or read the full message. • This program is part of the series ‘Dangers, Toils, and Snares’ • Learn more about our current resource, reques...
Why Bother with the Bible? (Part 5 of 6)
February 04, 2024 08:00 - 11.5 MBSalvation sometimes happens in an instant, but spiritual maturity—or sanctification—always takes time and effort. Find out why it’s important to tap into the power of Scripture, and learn how to do so. That’s our focus on Truth For Life with Alistair Begg. ----------------------------------------- • Click here and look for "FROM THE SERMON" to stream or read the full message. • This program is part of the series ‘Why Bother with the Bible?’ • Learn more about our current resource, requ...
Celebrate Life! (Part 2 of 2)
February 02, 2024 08:00 - 11.5 MBDo you live out your faith in a way that makes an invisible God visible? Find out how that’s possible, even in less-than-ideal circumstances. On Truth For Life, Alistair Begg continues a topical study on suffering—with a celebration of life! ----------------------------------------- • Click here and look for "FROM THE SERMON" to stream or read the full message. • This program is part of the series ‘Dangers, Toils, and Snares’ • Learn more about our current resource, request your copy w...
Celebrate Life! (Part 1 of 2)
February 01, 2024 08:00 - 11.5 MBHow do you face uncertainty? Are you paralyzed by fear, unable to proceed in any direction? Or do you embrace the unknown as an occasion for adventure? Learn how to make the most of every opportunity when you join us on Truth For Life with Alistair Begg. ----------------------------------------- • Click here and look for "FROM THE SERMON" to stream or read the full message. • This program is part of the series ‘Dangers, Toils, and Snares’ • Learn more about our current resource, reques...
“Why Has This Happened to Me?” (Cancer Support Dinner) (Part 2 of 2)
January 31, 2024 08:00 - 11.5 MBIs it wrong to complain about trials? How can we honor God while being honest about hardship? Listen to Truth For Life as Alistair Begg explores one woman’s response to overwhelming tragedy and considers God’s providential provision through suffering. ----------------------------------------- • Click here and look for "FROM THE SERMON" to stream or read the full message. • This program is part of the series ‘Dangers, Toils, and Snares’ • Learn more about our current resource, request y...
“Why Has This Happened to Me?” (Cancer Support Dinner) (Part 1 of 2)
January 30, 2024 08:00 - 11.5 MBProlonged suffering has a way of undermining confidence. At some point in our lives, most of us have been tempted to ask, “Why is this happening to me?” Hear a message of encouragement when you study along with Alistair Begg on Truth For Life. ----------------------------------------- • Click here and look for "FROM THE SERMON" to stream or read the full message. • This program is part of the series ‘Dangers, Toils, and Snares’ • Learn more about our current resource, request your copy...
“So Do Not Fear…” (Part 2 of 2)
January 29, 2024 08:00 - 11.5 MBSometimes, despite fervent prayers, God doesn’t change our difficult circumstances. Does that mean He’s ignoring our prayers? How should we respond? Learn the biblical antidote to fear and anxiety when you study along with Alistair Begg on Truth For Life. ----------------------------------------- • Click here and look for "FROM THE SERMON" to stream or read the full message. • This program is part of the series ‘Dangers, Toils, and Snares’ • Learn more about our current resource, reque...
Why Bother with the Bible? (Part 4 of 6)
January 28, 2024 08:00 - 11.5 MBSome people profess to be too smart to believe in God. Perhaps that describes someone you know? Well, the Bible has a clear warning and a message of hope just for atheists and agnostics. Join Alistair Begg as he examines that message on Truth For Life. ----------------------------------------- • Click here and look for "FROM THE SERMON" to stream or read the full message. • This program is part of the series ‘Why Bother with the Bible?’ • Learn more about our current resource, request ...
“So Do Not Fear…” (Part 1 of 2)
January 26, 2024 08:00 - 11.5 MBThe news provides endless reasons to be anxious—war, crime, health scares, economic woes, natural disasters, and more. On Truth For Life, Alistair Begg explains why a believer’s response should be different from that of those who don’t follow Jesus. ----------------------------------------- • Click here and look for "FROM THE SERMON" to stream or read the full message. • This program is part of the series ‘Dangers, Toils, and Snares’ • Learn more about our current resource, request you...
Making the Most of It (Part 2 of 2)
January 25, 2024 08:00 - 11.5 MBHow can we find blessing in Joseph’s story? He fell from “favored son” status to cruel humiliation, sold as a slave in a foreign country. Listen to Truth For Life as Alistair Begg explains how God can use our worst times to prosper us, and others. ----------------------------------------- • Click here and look for "FROM THE SERMON" to stream or read the full message. • This program is part of the series ‘Dangers, Toils, and Snares’ • Learn more about our current resource, request your ...
Making the Most of It (Part 1 of 2)
January 24, 2024 08:00 - 11.5 MBWhen life doesn’t go as expected, do you question God’s care or assume you’re being punished? On Truth For Life, Alistair Begg examines one man’s surprising response to a devastating change in his circumstances—and considers God’s role in the trial. ----------------------------------------- • Click here and look for "FROM THE SERMON" to stream or read the full message. • This program is part of the series ‘Dangers, Toils, and Snares’ • Learn more about our current resource, request you...
Suffering in the Believer’s Life (Part 2 of 2)
January 23, 2024 08:00 - 11.5 MBAmid painful struggles, it’s not uncommon for people to question why a good God would allow His people to suffer. Study along with Truth For Life as Alistair Begg teaches ten biblical ways that God uses suffering for a believer’s benefit. ----------------------------------------- • Click here and look for "FROM THE SERMON" to stream or read the full message. • This program is part of the series ‘Dangers, Toils, and Snares’ • Learn more about our current resource, request your copy with...
Suffering in the Believer’s Life (Part 1 of 2)
January 22, 2024 08:00 - 11.5 MBAt some point in our lives, each of us has suffered—and can be certain we’ll face more trials. So how do we continue to trust God when everything seems to be falling apart? Learn how to deal with suffering biblically, on Truth For Life with Alistair Begg. ----------------------------------------- • Click here and look for "FROM THE SERMON" to stream or read the full message. • This program is part of the series ‘Dangers, Toils, and Snares’ • Learn more about our current resource, reque...
Why Bother with the Bible? (Part 3 of 6)
January 21, 2024 08:00 - 11.5 MBSome claim they get to know God by walking in nature or talking to Him while driving. These methods may acknowledge God’s existence or highlight His creation, but they’re not sufficient for salvation. Alistair Begg explores the vital link on Truth For Life. ----------------------------------------- • Click here and look for "FROM THE SERMON" to stream or read the full message. • This program is part of the series ‘Why Bother with the Bible?’ • Learn more about our current resource, req...
Jesus Calms the Storm
January 19, 2024 08:00 - 11.5 MBWhen overwhelmed by circumstances, you may question if God really cares or wonder if He’s abandoned you. Find out why God not only allows trials in your life but also sometimes leads you right into them! Study along with Alistair Begg on Truth For Life. ----------------------------------------- • Click here and look for "FROM THE SERMON" to stream or read the full message. • This program is part of the series ‘Dangers, Toils, and Snares’ • Learn more about our current resource, request...
Down in the Valley (Part 2 of 2)
January 18, 2024 08:00 - 11.5 MBThe prophet Elijah’s story shows us that even those with strong faith have moments of weakness and failure. How does that happen? Hear the answer, and learn how to press on even when you’re tempted to give up. Join us on Truth For Life with Alistair Begg. ----------------------------------------- • Click here and look for "FROM THE SERMON" to stream or read the full message. • This program is part of the series ‘Dangers, Toils, and Snares’ • Learn more about our current resource, reque...
Down in the Valley (Part 1 of 2)
January 17, 2024 08:00 - 11.5 MBGreat spiritual triumph can create an expectation of continued victories—but Scripture tells many stories of great victories followed by deep, dark despair! What can we learn from the failures of Bible heroes? Find out on Truth For Life with Alistair Begg. ----------------------------------------- • Click here and look for "FROM THE SERMON" to stream or read the full message. • This program is part of the series ‘Dangers, Toils, and Snares’ • Learn more about our current resource, requ...
All the Lonely People
January 16, 2024 08:00 - 11.5 MBAt some point, most of us experience loneliness, whether short-lived or chronic. So how should the church respond to the cries of the lonely? Listen to Truth For Life as Alistair Begg examines Jesus’ response to a blind, hopeless beggar named Bartimaeus. ----------------------------------------- • Click here and look for "FROM THE SERMON" to stream or read the full message. • This program is part of the series ‘Dangers, Toils, and Snares’ • Learn more about our current resource, reques...
Dealing with Stress
January 15, 2024 08:00 - 11.5 MBSome people believe that following Jesus should guarantee a carefree life—but that’s not what Jesus taught. No one is exempt from difficulty and stress. Learn how to deal biblically with both. That’s our focus on Truth For Life with Alistair Begg. ----------------------------------------- • Click here and look for "FROM THE SERMON" to stream or read the full message. • This program is part of the series ‘Dangers, Toils, and Snares’ • Learn more about our current resource, request your ...
Why Bother with the Bible? (Part 2 of 6)
January 14, 2024 08:00 - 11.5 MBGod speaks clearly through Scripture, yet it’s possible to misinterpret an isolated passage. Study along with Alistair Begg on Truth For Life as he teaches some Bible study principles to follow to help you better understand what God is saying. ----------------------------------------- • Click here and look for "FROM THE SERMON" to stream or read the full message. • This program is part of the series ‘Why Bother with the Bible?’ • Learn more about our current resource, request your copy...
Do Not Grieve the Holy Spirit of God (Part 2 of 2)
January 12, 2024 08:00 - 11.5 MBWhen dieting to improve your well-being, it’s important to replace junk food with healthy options. Similarly, when trying to live a godly life, good behaviors need to replace the bad. How’s that possible? Find out on Truth For Life with Alistair Begg. ----------------------------------------- • Click here and look for "FROM THE SERMON" to stream or read the full message. • This program is part of the series ‘A Study in Ephesians, Volume 7’ • Learn more about our current resource, reque...
Do Not Grieve the Holy Spirit of God (Part 1 of 2)
January 11, 2024 08:00 - 11.5 MBDo you only hope you’ll get to heaven, or are you confident that you’ll spend eternity with God? Take a close look at the person and work of the Holy Spirit, and learn how you can be certain of salvation. That’s our focus on Truth For Life with Alistair Begg. ----------------------------------------- • Click here and look for "FROM THE SERMON" to stream or read the full message. • This program is part of the series ‘A Study in Ephesians, Volume 7’ • Learn more about our current resourc...
Do Not Give the Devil a Foothold (Part 2 of 2)
January 10, 2024 08:00 - 11.5 MBJesus’ followers are to “walk in a manner worthy of the calling” they received. So what does that look like? How can your life give evidence of the Gospel’s power? Listen to Truth For Life as Alistair Begg explores the book of Ephesians for the answers. ----------------------------------------- • Click here and look for "FROM THE SERMON" to stream or read the full message. • This program is part of the series ‘A Study in Ephesians, Volume 7’ • Learn more about our current resource, req...
Do Not Give the Devil a Foothold (Part 1 of 2)
January 09, 2024 08:00 - 11.5 MBThe apostle Paul often reminded his readers that their behavior needed to be consistent with their new identity in Christ. Find out how it’s possible to reflect your faith by your lifestyle—and to do so joyfully. Listen to Truth For Life with Alistair Begg. ----------------------------------------- • Click here and look for "FROM THE SERMON" to stream or read the full message. • This program is part of the series ‘A Study in Ephesians, Volume 7’ • Learn more about our current resource,...
In Christ Alone (Part 2 of 2)
January 08, 2024 08:00 - 11.5 MBBecoming a Christian isn’t just a slight adjustment to your Sunday morning schedule; it’s a radical transformation of everything you think and do. Explore what this dramatic change looks like when you study along with Alistair Begg on Truth For Life. ----------------------------------------- • Click here and look for "FROM THE SERMON" to stream or read the full message. • This program is part of the series ‘A Study in Ephesians, Volume 7’ • Learn more about our current resource, reques...
Why Bother with the Bible? (Part 1 of 6)
January 06, 2024 08:00 - 11.5 MBThe last book of the Bible was written nearly two thousand years ago. Can such an ancient book still be relatable? Listen to a series that explains that the Bible is not only still relevant; it’s vital! Study along with Alistair Begg on Truth For Life. ----------------------------------------- • Click here and look for "FROM THE SERMON" to stream or read the full message. • This program is part of the series ‘Why Bother with the Bible?’ • Learn more about our current resource, request ...
In Christ Alone (Part 1 of 2)
January 05, 2024 08:00 - 11.5 MBYou’ve probably heard the saying “When in Rome, do as the Romans do.” It’s a phrase used to encourage people to blend in with the surrounding culture. Find out why the Bible teaches something quite different. Join us on Truth For Life with Alistair Begg. ----------------------------------------- • Click here and look for "FROM THE SERMON" to stream or read the full message. • This program is part of the series ‘A Study in Ephesians, Volume 7’ • Learn more about our current resource, re...
Saying No to the Old Life (Part 2 of 2)
January 04, 2024 08:00 - 11.5 MBWhen surrounded by those who are desensitized to sin, it becomes easy to slip unnoticed into ungodly behavior. So how can we resist the temptation to return to what we once were and what we used to do? Hear the answer on Truth For Life with Alistair Begg. ----------------------------------------- • Click here and look for "FROM THE SERMON" to stream or read the full message. • This program is part of the series ‘A Study in Ephesians, Volume 7’ • Learn more about our current resource, r...
Saying No to the Old Life (Part 1 of 2)
January 03, 2024 08:00 - 11.5 MBWhat does it mean to be a Christian? Are you merely a cleaned-up version of your old self? Learn what God is doing with those He’s redeemed, and discover how you can tell if He’s at work in you. That’s our focus on Truth For Life with Alistair Begg. ----------------------------------------- • Click here and look for "FROM THE SERMON" to stream or read the full message. • This program is part of the series ‘A Study in Ephesians, Volume 7’ • Learn more about our current resource, request...
A Verse for the Year (2 of 2)
January 02, 2024 08:00 - 11.5 MBSome people believe that doing God’s work requires special training or giftedness. But while training and talent can be helpful, there’s only one essential requirement for that task! Listen to Alistair Begg on Truth For Life to find out what that is. ----------------------------------------- • Click here and look for "FROM THE SERMON" to stream or read the full message. • Learn more about our current resource, request your copy with a donation of any amount. Helpful Resources - Learn ...
A Verse for the Year (1 of 2)
January 01, 2024 08:00 - 11.5 MBThe new year provides a unique opportunity for new beginnings. Whether you make resolutions or not, join Alistair Begg on Truth For Life to explore a verse that’s sure to encourage and empower everyone who seeks to do God’s will in the coming months. ----------------------------------------- • Click here and look for "FROM THE SERMON" to stream or read the full message. • Learn more about our current resource, request your copy with a donation of any amount. Helpful Resources - Learn ...
Who Is Jesus? (Part 6 of 6)
December 30, 2023 08:00 - 11.5 MBThe Bible makes it clear that Jesus didn’t come to earth to judge the world immediately or to abolish the Law and the Prophets, nor did He come to be served. So what was the purpose of His incarnation? Hear the answer on Truth For Life with Alistair Begg. ----------------------------------------- • Click here and look for "FROM THE SERMON" to stream or read the full message. • This program is part of the series ‘Who Is Jesus?’ • Learn more about our current resource, request your copy ...
The Law of God (Part 2 of 2)
December 29, 2023 08:00 - 11.5 MBGod’s law is often accused of being an outdated and restrictive means of control that ruins life’s fun—but it’s actually one of the ways God loves and protects His children! Find out how that works when you listen to Truth For Life with Alistair Begg. ----------------------------------------- • Click here and look for "FROM THE SERMON" to stream or read the full message. • Learn more about our current resource, request your copy with a donation of any amount. • Read stories from listen...
The Law of God (Part 1 of 2)
December 28, 2023 08:00 - 11.5 MBWhat role do the Ten Commandments play in a contemporary Christian’s life? Are they obsolete? Are they the means to salvation? Have they been replaced by the grace of the Gospel? Join Alistair Begg on Truth For Life as he looks to the Bible for the answers. ----------------------------------------- • Click here and look for "FROM THE SERMON" to stream or read the full message. • Learn more about our current resource, request your copy with a donation of any amount. • Read stories from ...
A Study in Light
December 27, 2023 08:00 - 11.5 MBWhat did Jesus mean when He claimed to be the “light of the world”? And why was this simple statement so divisive? Study along with Truth For Life as Alistair Begg investigates Jesus’ claim and determines what difference it makes for us today. ----------------------------------------- • Click here and look for "FROM THE SERMON" to stream or read the full message. • Learn more about our current resource, request your copy with a donation of any amount. • Read stories from listeners like...
No Ordinary Child (Part 2 of 2)
December 26, 2023 08:00 - 11.5 MBIf someone was trapped in a burning building, it’s hard to imagine they’d refuse a firefighter’s help and opt to find their own way out! So why do people reject Jesus’ even greater offer of salvation? Hear the answer on Truth For Life with Alistair Begg! ----------------------------------------- • Click here and look for "FROM THE SERMON" to stream or read the full message. • Learn more about our current resource, request your copy with a donation of any amount. • Read stories from lis...