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Are You Weary in Life’s Race? Ask Your Savior for His Empowerment

Life in this world—the way it is now and the way we are now—can be difficult, can’t it? It’s easy to become burdened, discouraged, depressed, or even traumatized when you suffer the loss of a loved one, when your health is failing, or when your dreams—your family, career, or lifelong ambitions—have crumbled.

Fearing God Drives Away Other Fears

article - Randy Alcorn Randy's blog

If we don’t fear God, we have good reason to be afraid of other things. You fear God when you come to grips with the fact that He is in charge, and you are not. As Spurgeon put it, He is the sovereign help of our souls.

Why Did God Decide to Create Me? When I Feel Useless, What Purpose Does He Have for Me?

article - Doreen Button

Our culture tells us that we have to constantly be doing, and the more people see us doing, the better. If we haven’t checked off dozens of to-do boxes each day, we’re not worthwhile. God doesn’t see things that way.

How Should Christians View Stewardship of the Earth, Since It Will One Day Be Destroyed before Being Resurrected?

article - Randy Alcorn

Yes, I think Genesis 1-2 is the best argument for caring for the earth since Adam and Eve were given responsibility for the garden and the animals.

An Awareness of the Supernatural Should Never Be Separated from the Daily Disciplines of Following Christ

article - Randy Alcorn Randy's blog

I am all for miracles, and I believe God does them. But I am skeptical at times because sometimes these claims are unaccompanied by the disciplines of godly living.

Our Hearts Follow Our Treasure

audio - Randy Alcorn

In this clip from a student session at the Kingdom Advisors Conference, Randy explains that our hearts always go toward where we put God’s money.

How Can I Discern Whether a Certain Christian Book or Podcast Is Good to Read or Listen to?

article - Randy Alcorn Randy's blog

We are to be like the Bereans, who carefully checked the Apostle Paul’s teachings against Scripture to discern whether what he said was true (see Acts 17:11). Scripture also tells us to “test all things. Hold on to what is good” (1 Thessalonians 5:21).

When Prayers Go Unanswered

article - Amy Hall Randy's blog

I was looking for resources to share with a friend who is struggling with unanswered prayer and came across this excellent article. I was surprised to see the author’s reference to my book If God Is Good, but in my defense I appreciated the article before reading her mention of it! 😊

Cancer, Trusting God’s Plan, and Thoughts on Pursuing Treatments and When to Stop

article - Randy Alcorn Randy's blog

Nanci and I had no regrets about the treatments we chose. Yes, some of Nanci’s treatments were difficult, but it was always what she wanted, and the Lord gave her four more years from her diagnosis.

The Ultimate Answer to Loneliness Is Theological

article - Randy Alcorn Randy's blog

We must become connected to the One who alone gives not only deliverance from sin, but meaning and purpose and personal relationship. This is what the Bible calls reconciliation.

In Your Relationships with Unbelievers, Are You Influencing Them or Being Influenced?

article - Randy Alcorn Randy's blog

As we befriend and spend time with unbelievers, we must carefully evaluate and ask ourselves: am I influencing them, or being influenced myself? Scripture tells us, “Live wisely among those who are not believers, and make the most of every opportunity” (Colossians 4:5, NLT).

The Truth about Heaven: Randy Alcorn on the Love the Bible Podcast

video - Randy Alcorn

Randy was a guest on the Love the Bible podcast with Kristin Nave. Together, they explore the theology of resurrection, the physicality of Heaven, and common misconceptions about the afterlife. Randy addresses common questions about relationships, marriage, our beloved pets, and what we will do in Heaven.

What Should We Think about Ghosts?

article - Eternal Perspective Ministries

Hebrews 9:27 tells us that “it is appointed for man to die once, and after that comes judgment.” At death, the human spirit enters either Heaven or Hell.

There’s No Contradiction Between God’s Empowerment and Our Efforts to Battle Sin

article - Randy Alcorn Randy's blog

I’ve heard people emphasize that when it comes to victory over sin, it’s not about our effort; rather, it’s all about what Jesus does for us. But there’s a problem. When we read the Bible, we see that God actually does tell us to do things.

How Can We Think about Heaven Every Day?

video - Randy Alcorn

In this clip from a conversation at the 2024 illumiNations conference, Randy shares about his wife Nanci’s last years, and how she prepared for meeting Jesus face to face. Also, he talks about the happiness that comes from storing up treasures in Heaven.

Resources by Topic: Christian Life

Are You Weary in Life’s Race? Ask Your Savior for His Empowerment

Fearing God Drives Away Other Fears

Why Did God Decide to Create Me? When I Feel Useless, What Purpose Does He Have for Me?

How Should Christians View Stewardship of the Earth, Since It Will One Day Be Destroyed before Being Resurrected?

An Awareness of the Supernatural Should Never Be Separated from the Daily Disciplines of Following Christ

Our Hearts Follow Our Treasure

How Can I Discern Whether a Certain Christian Book or Podcast Is Good to Read or Listen to?

When Prayers Go Unanswered

Cancer, Trusting God’s Plan, and Thoughts on Pursuing Treatments and When to Stop

The Ultimate Answer to Loneliness Is Theological

In Your Relationships with Unbelievers, Are You Influencing Them or Being Influenced?

The Truth about Heaven: Randy Alcorn on the Love the Bible Podcast

What Should We Think about Ghosts?

There’s No Contradiction Between God’s Empowerment and Our Efforts to Battle Sin

How Can We Think about Heaven Every Day?