Truth For Life Daily Program
1,330 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 11 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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Presenting Everyone Mature in Christ (Part 4 of 4)
October 21, 2020 08:00 - 11.5 MBWhile pastors aren’t responsible for their flocks’ behavior, Scripture is clear that they should do everything possible to promote godliness. Learn more about Paul’s command to “present everyone mature in Christ,” on Truth For Life with Alistair Begg. Listen...
Presenting Everyone Mature in Christ (Part 3 of 4)
October 20, 2020 08:00 - 11.5 MBWhat’s a pastor’s ultimate goal? While preaching, teaching, and warning the congregation are essential objectives, they’re not the primary purpose Paul identified. Hear an instructive message for church leaders and members on Truth For Life with Alistair Begg. Listen...
Presenting Everyone Mature in Christ (Part 2 of 4)
October 19, 2020 08:00 - 11.5 MBPaul said a minister’s duty is to “present everyone mature in Christ.” While methods for pastoral leadership have changed over time, nothing about Paul’s singular focus has shifted. Hear more on Truth For Life with Alistair Begg. Listen...
Suffering Servant (Part 2 of 2)
October 18, 2020 08:00 - 11.6 MBThe Bible reveals that Jesus was acquainted with our grief because He endured unspeakable sadness and pain. These images of Christ assure us that He truly understands our sorrows. Pause and reflect along with us on Truth For Life with Alistair Begg. Listen...
Presenting Everyone Mature in Christ (Part 1 of 4)
October 16, 2020 08:00 - 11.5 MBPaul said pastors are responsible for presenting others “mature in Christ.” What does this directive mean for church leaders today? How can they fulfill their obligation? Hear the answers on Truth For Life with Alistair Begg. Listen...
Leaders in the Local Church
October 15, 2020 08:00 - 11.5 MBLocal churches aren’t meant to be governed by autocrats. The Bible is clear that leadership roles should be shared with others, not lorded over them. Hear more about the virtues of humility and accountability, on Truth For Life with Alistair Begg. Listen...
A Good Servant of Christ Jesus (Part 4 of 4)
October 14, 2020 08:00 - 11.5 MBFor a young pastor just beginning ministry, there’s nothing quite like receiving wise counsel from a seasoned veteran. Join us on Truth For Life as Alistair Begg takes a closer look at Paul’s Spirit-led guidance to Timothy on becoming Christ’s servant. Listen...
A Good Servant of Christ Jesus (Part 3 of 4)
October 13, 2020 08:00 - 11.5 MBAs a young man starting his ministry, Timothy was blessed to receive wise counsel from a seasoned elder. Listen to Truth For Life as Alistair Begg describes how Paul’s guidance remains applicable to pastors and church members today. Listen...
A Good Servant of Christ Jesus (Part 2 of 4)
October 12, 2020 08:00 - 11.5 MBStudents advance by passing exams. Athletes gauge their value in wins versus losses. But how does a pastor measure success in church ministry? Listen to Truth For Life as Alistair Begg examines the answer Timothy received from his mentor, Paul. Listen...
Suffering Servant (Part 1 of 2)
October 11, 2020 08:00 - 11.6 MBWe often picture Jesus as the risen Savior rather than the sacrificial Lamb. But Scripture includes the crucifixion’s gruesome details for a reason. Join us as we reflect on Christ, the Suffering Servant, on Truth For Life with Alistair Begg. Listen...
A Good Servant of Christ Jesus (Part 1 of 4)
October 09, 2020 08:00 - 11.5 MBWhat are the marks of successful pastoral ministry? On Truth For Life, Alistair Begg considers the priorities Paul established for his protégé, Timothy. Intended for the early church, this list can still help today’s pastors stay true to their calling. Listen...
Pastors and Teachers (Part 2 of 2)
October 08, 2020 08:00 - 11.5 MBTeaching God’s Word goes hand-in-hand with growing spiritually—and pastors are mandated by Scripture to do both. Whether we’re pastors or church members, these biblical requirements impact us. Find out why on Truth For Life with Alistair Begg. Listen...
Pastors and Teachers (Part 1 of 2)
October 07, 2020 08:00 - 11.5 MBHow is the role of pastor and Bible teacher different from other career paths? Why do some believe that pastors hold the office of greatest human responsibility? Discover the answers when you listen to Truth For Life with Alistair Begg. Listen...
Personal Evangelist (Part 2 of 2)
October 04, 2020 08:00 - 11.6 MBJesus exemplified personal evangelism in His encounter with the Samaritan woman at the well. His spontaneous conversation with this woman remains a model for sharing the Gospel today. That’s our subject on Truth For Life with Alistair Begg. Listen...
Pastors and People (Part 2 of 2)
October 02, 2020 08:00 - 11.5 MBChurches use various methods to minister to people, some preferential, others mandated in the Bible. To understand the difference, we’ll examine Paul’s teaching to the Thessalonian leaders. Join us on Truth For Life with Alistair Begg. Listen...
Pastors and People (Part 1 of 2)
October 01, 2020 08:00 - 11.5 MBWhen leaders disregard biblical roles, churches lose their way. In 1 Thessalonians, Paul gave pastors and congregants wise counsel about remaining true to their calling. Join us on Truth For Life as Alistair Begg applies Paul’s teaching to today’s church. Listen...
Perseverance of the Saints (Part 2 of 2)
September 30, 2020 08:00 - 11.5 MBWhen it comes to Christian faith, how do we stay the course to the very end? According to the Bible, our ability to persevere begins and ends with “fixing our eyes on Jesus.” Find out what that means when you join us on Truth For Life with Alistair Begg. Listen...
Perseverance of the Saints (Part 1 of 2)
September 29, 2020 08:00 - 11.5 MBHow can we remain true to Jesus Christ to the end? Rather than relying on human will, our ability to persist is entirely dependent upon God’s power. Learn more about Christian perseverance when you listen to Truth For Life with Alistair Begg. Listen...
What is Faith? (Part 2 of 2)
September 28, 2020 08:00 - 11.5 MBPlacing our faith in God doesn’t mean that we resign ourselves to wishful thinking. Hebrews 11 teaches that faith requires trust that begins with acknowledging and accepting God’s truth. Hear more on Truth For Life with Alistair Begg. Listen...
Personal Evangelist (Part 1 of 2)
September 27, 2020 08:00 - 11.6 MBDuring His earthly ministry, Jesus crossed traditional cultural boundaries to share the Gospel with the lost. Join us on Truth For Life as Alistair Begg describes how Christ’s commitment to personal evangelism provides the perfect example for us today. Listen...
What is Faith? (Part 1 of 2)
September 25, 2020 08:00 - 11.5 MBHow do we define the word “faith”? It’s helpful to begin by identifying what faith isn’t—a teaching tactic often used by Puritan preachers. Hear more when you study along with us on Truth For Life with Alistair Begg. Listen...
Keeping Near, Keeping On (Part 2 of 2)
September 24, 2020 08:00 - 11.5 MBWhat sustains us through the storms of life? One of the keys to perseverance is the sympathy we show one another in healthy relationships. Listen to Truth For Life as Alistair Begg tackles this issue by turning to the book of Hebrews. Listen...
Keeping Near, Keeping On (Part 1 of 2)
September 23, 2020 08:00 - 11.5 MBWhat does the Bible say about those who turn their backs on their previous profession of faith in Jesus Christ? Is it possible to change course and drift away? We’ll explore these questions together on Truth For Life with Alistair Begg. Listen...
Faith, Hope, and Love
September 22, 2020 08:00 - 11.5 MBImmediately following Jesus’ crucifixion, the temple curtain tore in two. By breaking the barrier between man and God, Christ eliminated the need for priests. Join us on Truth For Life as Alistair Begg shares some insights for approaching our majestic God. Listen...
It is Finished!
September 21, 2020 08:00 - 11.5 MB“It is finished!” These words, spoken by Jesus right before His death on the cross, could have been interpreted in various ways by their witnesses. Discover the deep significance of the word “finished” when you listen to Truth For Life with Alistair Begg. Listen...
Compassionate Shepherd
September 20, 2020 08:00 - 11.6 MBLike wayward sheep, we’re prone to wander and get lost. The loving mercy of Jesus, though, gently brings us back into the fold. Study along with us on Truth For Life as Alistair Begg talks about Christ, our compassionate Shepherd. Listen...
When Jesus Came… (Part 2 of 2)
September 18, 2020 08:00 - 11.5 MBInspired by the Holy Spirit, the writer of Hebrews used his entire letter to describe Christ’s once-for-all atoning death. Discover the radical turning point in history when Jesus accomplished His mission, on Truth For Life with Alistair Begg. Listen...
When Jesus Came… (Part 1 of 2)
September 17, 2020 08:00 - 11.5 MB“When Jesus came…” With this transitional phrase, the writer of Hebrews describes how Christ radically transformed the old covenant to establish His new covenant. Study this amazing before-and-after story with us on Truth For Life with Alistair Begg. Listen...
The Cleansing of Conscience (Part 2 of 2)
September 16, 2020 08:00 - 11.5 MBUnder the old covenant, sins were confessed to priests, and animals were sacrificed. This satisfied Levitical law but failed to clear the conscience. Listen to Truth For Life as Alistair Begg explains how the new covenant erases our guilt and shame. Listen...
The Cleansing of Conscience (Part 1 of 2)
September 15, 2020 08:00 - 11.5 MBViolating God’s law often brings shame. Without the work of our Great High Priest, we’d remain guilty and stuck in our sins. Thankfully, God established a new covenant through Jesus to make us clean. Hear more on Truth For Life with Alistair Begg. Listen...
A Superior Covenant (Part 2 of 2)
September 14, 2020 08:00 - 11.5 MBJesus fulfilled God’s promise to replace the old covenant with a “much more excellent” one. As our Great High Priest, He continues to administer this superior covenant today. Join us for this encouraging message on Truth For Life with Alistair Begg. Listen...
Humble Servant (Part 2 of 2)
September 13, 2020 08:00 - 11.6 MBAt the Last Supper, Jesus assumed the role of a humble servant and washed His disciples’ feet. He was doing far more than simply modeling humility, though. Join us on Truth For Life as Alistair Begg considers the deeper purpose behind this moment. Listen...
A Superior Covenant (Part 1 of 2)
September 11, 2020 08:00 - 11.5 MBThe writer of Hebrews shows us how the old covenant, administered by the priesthood, was a shadow of something better. God’s people needed a Great High Priest—but what would this look like? Find out when you listen to Truth For Life with Alistair Begg. Listen...
The Mystery of Melchizedek (Part 4 of 4)
September 10, 2020 08:00 - 11.5 MBNothing we do can ever achieve righteousness before God. We’ll never be good enough or religious enough! Thankfully, as our High Priest, Jesus pleads with God on our behalf. Learn how His grace and mercy cover all, on Truth For Life with Alistair Begg. Listen...
The Mystery of Melchizedek (Part 3 of 4)
September 09, 2020 08:00 - 11.5 MBAlthough the old covenant law was perfect in nature, it left God’s people longing for a redeemer. Listen to Truth For Life as Alistair Begg explains how Jesus, our Great High Priest, rids us of sin and guilt once and for all. Listen...
The Mystery of Melchizedek (Part 2 of 4)
September 08, 2020 08:00 - 11.5 MBUnder the old covenant, God’s people could only hope for a High Priest who would bring permanent forgiveness. Today, we look to Jesus, who paid the ultimate price to fulfill that role. Learn more when you listen to Truth For Life with Alistair Begg. Listen...
The Mystery of Melchizedek (Part 1 of 4)
September 07, 2020 08:00 - 11.5 MBHebrews 7 is challenging to understand—but well worth the effort! Hear remarkable details about a mysterious priest named Melchizedek who foreshadowed Jesus, our Great High Priest. That’s our subject on Truth For Life with Alistair Begg. Listen...
Humble Servant (Part 1 of 2)
September 06, 2020 08:00 - 11.6 MBToday’s culture is marked by an emphasis on personal ambition and being recognized as successful. Study along with us on Truth For Life as Alistair Begg challenges us to follow Jesus’ example and embrace an attitude of humility. Listen...
Be like Christ
August 30, 2020 08:00 - 11.6 MBAs Christians, we know we’ve been set free from sin’s enslavement. Why, then, do we continue to struggle and fall? Study along with us on Truth For Life as Alistair Begg addresses this question head-on. Listen...
“What Will It Profit a Man?”
August 28, 2020 08:00 - 11.5 MBJesus was a master at asking piercing questions that challenge our thinking and change our perspective. Follow along with us on Truth For Life as Alistair Begg takes a closer look at one such example of Christ’s questioning. Listen...
Grace, Faith, Jesus
August 26, 2020 08:00 - 11.5 MBBurdened by his works-based religion, Martin Luther knew no peace until God’s Spirit opened his eyes to the message of grace. Join us for this hope-filled message as we continue our Encore 2020 series on Truth For Life with Alistair Begg. Listen...
Be in Christ (Part 2 of 2)
August 23, 2020 08:00 - 11.6 MBSometimes our personal struggles drag us down. Emotional distress can even feel like a physical weight. Regardless of our circumstances, though, we can find true rest in Jesus. Hear this refreshing message on Truth For Life with Alistair Begg. Listen...
Grace and Favor (Part 2 of 2)
August 21, 2020 08:00 - 11.5 MBSome people believe faith means idly waiting for God’s intervention—but as the book of Ruth shows us, that couldn’t be further from the truth! Study along with us on Truth For Life as Alistair Begg teaches us how to put faith into action. Listen...
Grace and Favor (Part 1 of 2)
August 20, 2020 08:00 - 11.5 MBThe book of Ruth tells the tender story of two widows enduring a season of famine and loss. Discover how the mutual respect and selfless love between Ruth and Naomi provides a model for us today. Join us on Truth For Life with Alistair Begg. Listen...
God of the Ordinary
August 19, 2020 08:00 - 11.5 MBAnyone who’s lost a spouse can empathize with Ruth and Naomi’s plight. Even in their loss, though, God was working in their lives, behind the scenes. Learn how God’s unseen hand guides us in seasons of grief, on Truth For Life with Alistair Begg. Listen...
Forgiven and Forgiving (Part 2 of 2)
August 18, 2020 08:00 - 11.5 MBWhen we’ve been deeply wounded, our natural inclination is to seek revenge. But believers should respond differently! Since we’ve been forgiven, we’re called to similarly forgive others too. Hear more when you listen to Truth For Life with Alistair Begg. Listen...
Forgiven and Forgiving (Part 1 of 2)
August 17, 2020 08:00 - 11.5 MBOnce we’ve come to faith in Christ, do we still need to confess our sins daily? Jesus clearly thought so! Learn about the role of repentance in the ongoing process of sanctification when you listen to Truth For Life with Alistair Begg. Listen...
Be in Christ (Part 1 of 2)
August 16, 2020 08:00 - 11.6 MBYoung children often look up to their older siblings and try to imitate them. Listen to Truth For Life as Alistair Begg urges us to imitate our “older brother,” Jesus Christ. It’s the first message in our series about truly knowing Him. Listen...
The Power of Proper Thinking (Part 2 of 2)
August 13, 2020 08:00 - 11.5 MBToday’s culture increasingly embraces the notion that there’s no such thing as right or wrong—only what’s “right for you.” Does this philosophy actually hold up to scrutiny, though? Find out when you listen to Truth For Life with Alistair Begg. Listen...
The Power of Proper Thinking (Part 1 of 2)
August 12, 2020 08:00 - 11.5 MBWhen studying God’s Word or worshiping Him in song, it’s healthy and natural to experience emotional reactions. Emotions, however, shouldn’t be the foundation of our faith. Discover the importance of thinking properly on Truth For Life with Alistair Begg. Listen...