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Profound truth. Simply stated. The official podcast from Love Worth Finding Ministries. Adrian Rogers has introduced people all over the world to the love of Jesus Christ and has impacted untold numbers of lives by presenting profound biblical truth with such simplicity that a 5-year-old can understand it, and yet, it still speaks to the heart of the 50-year-old. His unique ability to apply biblical truth to everyday life is yet unparalleled by other modern teachers. Visit https://www.lwf.org/ to learn more.

  1. 1 HR AGO

    Family FInances

    Sermon OverviewScripture Passage: 1 Timothy 6:5-10, 17It could be said that money is the root of a majority of the problems in our homes. The enemy’s plan is to keep families in financial bondage, but 1 Timothy 6 provides wisdom regarding family finances.A lack of wealth cannot take away genuine contentment.“But godliness with contentment is great gain…” (v. 6). Contentment is an inner sufficiency that keeps us at peace in spite of outward circumstances. If we depend on natural and material things for contentment, we will never have it. Our basic needs consist of food and clothing (v. 8); our desire for more than the basics truly makes us unhappy.Personal value, virtue, and victory are measured not by money, but by godliness. Adrian Rogers says, “We need to add up everything that we own that money cannot buy and death cannot take away, and praise God for that.”The loss of wealth is inevitable.“We brought nothing into this world, and it is certain we can carry nothing out” (v. 7). We will not take any of our earthly riches with us after death. We must consider what we will leave behind in the hearts and lives of our loved ones after we are gone.The love of wealth is dangerous.“But they that will be rich fall into temptation and a snare, and into many foolish and hurtful lusts, which drown men in destruction and perdition. For the love of money is the root of all evil: which while some coveted after, they have erred from the faith, and pierced themselves through with many sorrows” (v. 9-10).If our desire is to be rich, we are headed for serious trouble. Though the Bible teaches productivity and making wise investments and warns against slothfulness, we cannot prioritize riches.The luxury of wealth brings responsibility.“Charge them that are rich in this world, that they be not high-minded, nor trust in uncertain riches, but in the living God, who giveth us richly all things to enjoy…” (v. 17). We are stewards of our wealth, not owners; if we do not see our riches as a loan from God, we will suffer, no matter how much money we have. Our responsibility is to be humble, trustful, joyful, and generous.Apply it to your lifeWhat are you leaving behind in the hearts and lives of your children? Accept your responsibility as a steward of wealth, and be humble, trustful, joyful, and generous.

    36 min

  2. 1 DAY AGO

    Family Faith, Part II

    Sermon OverviewScripture Passage: Hebrews 11:7The only way we can raise a family in a way that honors God is by faith. There is an urgent need to get our children on board the good ship of grace, and we do that through a solid, biblical family faith.Hebrews 11:7 says, “By faith, Noah, being warned of God of things not seen as yet, moved with fear, prepared an ark to the saving of his house; by the which he condemned the world, and became heir of the righteousness which is by faith.”In Genesis, Noah exhibited an active faith, in which he both worked and waited for the Lord. Noah did not wait until it began to rain before he prepared an ark. He was willing to look foolish, to stand alone, and receive ridicule from others.Adrian Rogers says, “Faith is not sitting around doing nothing; it is belief with legs on it.”Having been warned of the future calamity, Noah’s fear caused him to obey God.Proverbs 9:10 says, “The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom: and the knowledge of the holy is understanding.” The fear of God is recognizing His holiness and His awesome power, and loving Him in reverence.Because of Noah’s faith, God revealed three marks of calamity to Noah: indifference, immorality, and ignorance. Having the foresight and recognizing these markings, Noah went against the tide and prepared in advance to save his household.The Bible teaches about the beautiful prosperity of household faith. Though we can’t believe for our children, we can see that our children are presented with every opportunity to believe on their own.Finally, Hebrews declares Noah’s fortune: “...by faith, which he… became heir of the righteousness…”Because he obeyed the Lord, he received great fortune; as others bought, sold, traded, and married in vain, Noah put everything he had into the ark. This long-term investment saved his life, his family, and his future. He came out of the ark and inherited the world; yet, the things that truly mattered, he gained by faith.Apply it to your lifeAre you and your family onboard the good ship of grace? Have you given your children every opportunity to have a biblical faith of their own?

    26 min

  3. 5 DAYS AGO

    Family Faith, Part I

    Sermon OverviewScripture Passage: Hebrews 11:23-27It takes a family to raise a child, and it takes faith to make a family. The most powerful and influential people on the earth are mothers and fathers of faith. Hebrews 11 tells the story of the prophet Moses’ divine appointment, which would not have existed if not for his parents, Amram and Jochebed.There are four principles to learn from their indispensable faith, as we learn the importance of our family faith.“By faith, Moses, when he was born, was hid three months of his parents because they saw that he was a proper child…” (v. 23).First, faith sees every child as the special handiwork of God.It is our responsibility to raise our children specifically and individually, by God’s daily guidance.Second, faith sees every conflict as spiritual.Amram and Jochebed hid Moses for three months because the King had commanded that baby boys be killed. By faith, they recognized this physical conflict as a spiritual conflict between the gods of Egypt and Almighty God.In these treacherous days, raising children takes more than wit, wisdom, and good intentions. Raising children is a spiritual battle, and our only hope is a solid faith in Jesus Christ.Third, faith sees every challenge as solvable.As Adrian Rogers says, “faith doesn’t throw in the towel,” nor is it “intimidated by the sinister minister of fear.” We have the victory, because, “greater is He that is in you, than he that is in the world” (1 John 4:4).When facing challenges, we must do all we can do with a spirit of optimism. If it is God’s will, we can trust that He will move heaven and earth for our children.Finally, faith sees every choice as significant.Hebrews 11 notes that because Moses’ values were established in him by his parents, he valued his faith more than all the riches of Egypt.Moses embraced the virtues of knowing Christ eternally, and rejected the vices of this world, refusing to be called Pharaoh’s son (v. 24).Because Moses’ parents raised him by faith, he became an example of Psalm 112:2: "…the generation of the upright shall be blessed.”Apply it to your lifeAre you raising your children by faith, recognizing the spiritual conflict? Do you see every challenge as solvable and every choice as significant?

    34 min

  4. 10 MAR

    How to Understand the Bible

    Sermon Overview Scripture Passage: James 1:21-25 We cannot grow as Christians if we are not actively studying the Word of God. It’s not enough to know facts about and within Scripture. When we go to the Bible to extract truth, we fail; rather, we must receive the truth and welcome it in. The Book of James shows us how to understand the Bible, and reveals four ways to welcome the Word of God. We first welcome the Word with a repentant spirit. "Therefore lay aside all filthiness and overflow of wickedness, and receive with meekness the implanted word, which is able to save your souls" (James 1:21). There is a moral qualification to hear from God; hangover sins and unrepentant hearts can keep us from understanding Scripture. When we study the Bible, it is crucial that we first make a full confession of sin and ask God to search our hearts for any trace of wickedness. We also welcome the Word with a receptive spirit, with meekness, which is a teachable spirit. James 3:3 says, "Indeed, we put bits in horses’ mouths that they may obey us, and we turn their whole body." Likewise, God wants to break us and take us under His control, making us sensitive to His commands. Third, we welcome the Word with a responsive spirit. "But be doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving yourselves" (James 1:22). Once we understand the Scripture we read, we must obey it; if we don’t, we are self-deceived. Adrian Rogers says, “A study of the Bible gives you knowledge about God. Obedience gives you knowledge of God.” Finally, we welcome the Word with a reflective spirit. "But he who looks into the perfect law of liberty and continues in it and is not a forgetful hearer but a doer of the work, this one will be blessed in what he does" (James 1:25). When we read the Bible with a reflective spirit, the Bible reads us in return. It gives us a new perspective of our lives and shows our truest selves. Rather than quickly glancing at Scripture, we must learn to gaze into it. Apply it to your life Are you actively receiving the Word of God with a repentant heart and a receptive, responsive spirit? Remember, as Adrian Rogers says, “The best way to understand the part of the Bible you don’t understand, is to obey the part you do understand.”

    40 min

  5. 9 MAR

    Biblical Faith: What It Is and How to Have It

    Sermon OverviewScripture Passage: Romans 10:11-17It is not by fame, feelings, fortune, friends, or fate, but by our faith that we measure our accomplishments.Our belief is our greatest spiritual asset and richest currency. On the contrary, unbelief is our greatest stumbling block. This is why there is an immediate urgency to grow in a solid and exciting faith in God.Romans 10 reveals the intricacies of biblical faith, what it is, and how to have it."For the Scripture says, 'Whoever believes on Him will not be put to shame'” (Romans 10:11).First, faith must be placed in the right object to be real.When we rely on the wrong things, it can be dangerous to our spiritual health.Adrian Rogers says, “Weak faith in the right object is better than misplaced faith in the wrong object.” We do not rely on positive thinking, or even in faith itself. True biblical faith is placed in Jesus Christ, alone.Once we understand the reality of biblical faith, we can see the root of it, which is the Word of God."How then shall they call on Him in whom they have not believed? And how shall they believe in Him of whom they have not heard?" (Romans 10:14). In order to spiritually grow, we must hear from God; we cannot know the will of God by guessing at it. It cannot be generated; it is given, as Ephesians 2:8-9 says, “For by grace you have been saved through faith, and that not of yourselves; it is the gift of God, not of works, lest anyone should boast.”When God speaks to us through His Word and Jesus Christ, we will see the result of our faith, which is the will of God.Adrian Rogers says, “The will of God is not something that you must do; it is something you get to do.” The purpose of faith is to get God’s will done on Earth. He is sovereign; He remains in control at all times. What He says He will do, He will accomplish. We have the beautiful opportunity to take part in His will, through faith.Apply it to your lifeHow are you going to release your faith today? True faith does more than merely believe; it translates into action. When you pray and ask God what to do, and how to accomplish His will for your life today, trust and obey Him.

    33 min

  6. 5 MAR

    Unwrapping Your Spiritual Gifts

    Sermon OverviewScripture Passage: 1 Corinthians 12When we are born again and become children of God, we receive spiritual gifts. Discovering, developing, and putting to work our spiritual gifts is how we find joy and fulfillment in the Christian life.1 Corinthians 12 explains how children of God can unwrap their spiritual gifts.“Now concerning spiritual gifts, brethren, I do not want you to be ignorant…” (1 Corinthians 12:1).Our spiritual gifts are supernatural, graciously given to us by the Holy Spirit when we are born again. There is no room for pride or selfishness; we’ve received our spiritual gifts to serve each other. The Holy Spirit chooses our gifts; our responsibility is to discover what He has sovereignly imparted in us.Adrian Rogers says, “These spiritual gifts are not for evidence, they are equipment. They are not for your enjoyment, they are for your employment.”“There are diversities of gifts, but the same Spirit. There are differences of ministries, but the same Lord. And there are diversities of activities, but it is the same God who works all in all.” (1 Corinthians 12:4-6).Some of the diverse gifts listed in Scripture are:-Wisdom-Knowledge-Faith-Healing-Miracles: physical, mental, and spiritual-Prophecy: for edification, exhortation, and comfort-Discernment of the spirits-Speaking in tongues, or speaking in a language you have never learned-Interpreting tongues, or translating tongues so others can understand-Ministry, or serving within the church-Teaching-Exhortation, or leading others in worship-Giving-Ruling, or the ability to administrate-Mercy, or showing the love of Jesus ChristIt is our joy and responsibility to discover our gifts. We must first present ourselves to God’s lordship. Secondly, we must become good stewards of our gifts with renewed minds and good faith.Finally, we must stay in fellowship with other believers. We were meant to serve one another well, to operate as one fully-functioning body. Our spiritual gifts will be confirmed as we begin serving each other however we can.Apply it to your lifeIf you haven’t discovered your spiritual gifts, ask yourself: Have I presented myself to the Lord? Have I decided to be a good steward of whatever the Holy Spirit has confirmed in me? Am I serving faithfully in my church?

    36 min

  7. 3 MAR

    Six Positive Principles for Proper Practice

    Sermon OverviewScripture Passage: 1 Corinthians 6:12The Bible is not a book of rules, but a book of principles. Rules can be manipulated and laws have loopholes, but principles are timeless and unchanging. Therefore, the Bible is a trusted source to cite when making daily decisions.There are six positive principles to live by, and questions to ask ourselves for a proper daily practice of the Christian faith.Expediency: Does this bring me to my appointed goal or does it hinder me?"All things are lawful for me, but all things are not helpful...” (1 Corinthians 6:12). We ought to have God-given goals for our lives and a holy ambition to accomplish them. Our decisions should honor the direction we are going.Enslavement: Am I brought under the power of anything other than Jesus Christ?“...all things are lawful for me, but I will not be brought under the power of any” (1 Corinthians 6:12).Jesus came to set us free from our addictions, vices, and bad habits. Under His sovereignty alone can we experience true freedom.Example: Even if this doesn’t hurt me, will it hurt somebody else?Even if we do not struggle with certain vices, our endorsement of it could lead others to stumble.Adrian Rogers says, “Don’t let your head run away with your heart; we are here to operate by love. Knowledge puffs you up, but love builds up.”Edification: Does this build me up or tear me down?"...all things are lawful for me, but not all things edify" (1 Corinthians 10:23). Everything we do will either build us up or tear us down; we should value friendships, conversations, and entertainment that refresh, renew and restore.Exaltation: Is God glorified by what I’m doing?Colossians 3:17 says, “Whatever you do in word or deed, do all in the name of the Lord Jesus…” Every decision we make either honors or dishonors the Lord. We should strive to exalt God in everything we do.Evangelism: Is there anything that keeps me from bringing anybody else to Jesus Christ?When you study God’s Word, are you looking for rules to follow or for principles to live by? Consider the principles above; ask yourself the questions presented.Apply it to your lifeWhen you study God’s Word, are you looking for rules to follow or principles to live by? Consider the principles above and ask yourself the questions presented.

    38 min

  8. 27 FEB

    How to Know the Will of God

    Sermon Overview Scripture Passage: Acts 9:1-6 Acts 9 tells the story of Saul’s conversion to becoming Paul. While on his way to persecute Christians, Saul came face-to-face with Jesus. And Saul’s first question to Jesus was: “Lord, what wilt thou have me to do” (Acts 9:6)? We are clever creatures who have lost our way and must relearn how we can know the will of God. First, remember that God has promised to guide. Psalm 32:8 says, "I will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go; I will guide you with My eye." God has a moral plan for each of our lives. God’s will is sovereign; it is always done. There is no changing the fixed standard of right and wrong He has established. Though God’s will is particular for each of us, there are six universal truths about His plan: It is not a roadmap; it is a relationship. It is not the end of our joy, but the beginning. God does not speak only to certain people; He has a plan for everyone. Learning God’s will is not always a dramatic experience; oftentimes, it is spoken softly. God is not finished with us, whether we’re 9 or 99. God does not hide His will from us. He wants us to know it even more than we do. God’s guidance hinges on our willingness, meekness, and openness. He is willing to guide when we yield to His control. Sometimes, God will give visions, miracles, or dreams to reveal His plans, but many times, He speaks practically. He guides through Scripture, His people, and the Holy Spirit within us. We must be sensitive enough to hear and know His voice. God also leads with sheer wisdom, through the renewing of our minds. God opens and closes doors, and guides the meek through it all. Many times, we don’t even know it was the providence of God until afterward. We don’t have to be afraid of the will of God. Adrian Rogers says, “The will of God will not take you where the power of God cannot keep you.” Apply it to your life Are you trying to find the will of God for your life? How much time are you spending alone with God? If we want to understand God’s particular will for our lives, we must begin to obey the Scriptures we understand.

    40 min
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Profound truth. Simply stated. The official podcast from Love Worth Finding Ministries. Adrian Rogers has introduced people all over the world to the love of Jesus Christ and has impacted untold numbers of lives by presenting profound biblical truth with such simplicity that a 5-year-old can understand it, and yet, it still speaks to the heart of the 50-year-old. His unique ability to apply biblical truth to everyday life is yet unparalleled by other modern teachers. Visit https://www.lwf.org/ to learn more.

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