Episodes

From Truth for Life — Alistair Begg

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Episodes

The Beatitudes from Fifty Thousand Feet (Part 1 of 2) 2026-11-05
What comes to mind when someone is described as blessed? Do you envision a successful career or maybe great wealth? These things are vastly…
Why Join a Local Church? 2026-11-04
If we routinely read our Bibles and pray, does it matter if we join a church? Can we just meet with God in nature, pray on our own, or watch worship…
Guarding the Gospel (Part 2 of 2) 2026-11-03
When you talk with someone about Jesus and the Gospel, do you feel like you have to answer every single question they ask? Find out why that’s not…
Guarding the Gospel (Part 1 of 2) 2026-11-02
Are you able to share the Gospel clearly and confidently without wandering off on rabbit trails? Learn why every believer should understand the…
We Do Not Lose Heart (Part 3 of 4) 2026-10-31
Throughout his ministry, the apostle Paul endured an incredible list of hardships, each one worse than the last. And yet he described them as “light…
Money Talk (Part 2 of 2) 2026-10-30
God blesses some Christians with wealth. How can they use their resources to glorify God and balance having money with not being held by it? On…
Money Talk (Part 1 of 2) 2026-10-29
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…
Glory to God (Part 2 of 2) 2026-10-28
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…
Glory to God (Part 1 of 2) 2026-10-27
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…
The Good Confession (Part 2 of 2) 2026-10-26
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…
We Do Not Lose Heart (Part 2 of 4) 2026-10-24
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…
The Good Confession (Part 1 of 2) 2026-10-23
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…
A Charge to a Man of God (Part 3 of 3) 2026-10-22
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.…
A Charge to a Man of God (Part 2 of 3) 2026-10-21
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…
A Charge to a Man of God (Part 1 of 3) 2026-10-20
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…
Contentment or Corruption? (Part 4 of 4) 2026-10-19
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…
We Do Not Lose Heart (Part 1 of 4) 2026-10-17
The apostle Paul faced daunting obstacles throughout his ministry, including beatings, shipwreck, and imprisonment. How did he keep praying and…
Contentment or Corruption? (Part 3 of 4) 2026-10-16
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…
Contentment or Corruption? (Part 2 of 4) 2026-10-15
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…
Contentment or Corruption? (Part 1 of 4) 2026-10-14
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…
False Teachers (Part 2 of 2) 2026-10-13
Kudzu is an aggressive vine that, if not quickly rooted out, will overtake anything in its path. False teachers similarly leave a path of…
False Teachers (Part 1 of 2) 2026-10-12
Toddlers can’t differentiate between play money and real money. We learn to distinguish the real thing because only legal currency has true value.…
“I Will Rejoice!” (Part 2 of 2) 2026-10-10
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?…
True Servants (Part 2 of 2) 2026-10-09
The apostle Paul provided helpful instructions for Christian slaves and slave masters of his day. But does this teaching have any relevance today?…
True Servants (Part 1 of 2) 2026-10-08
Most people highly value health, happiness, and rights—but these aren’t God’s highest priority! On Truth For Life, Alistair Begg considers the…
Lessons in Leadership (Part 3 of 3) 2026-10-07
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…
Lessons in Leadership (Part 2 of 3) 2026-10-06
Even admirable individuals are imperfect and subject to temptation. While those in church leadership deserve honor, their sins aren’t to be covered…
Lessons in Leadership (Part 1 of 3) 2026-10-05
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…
“I Will Rejoice!” (Part 1 of 2) 2026-10-03
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…
Different Strokes for Different Folks (Part 2 of 2) 2026-10-02
In caring for widows, how much responsibility falls to the church, the family—or the widow herself? Are expectations different now from when the…
Different Strokes for Different Folks (Part 1 of 2) 2026-10-01
The apostle Paul wrote to his young protégé, Timothy, to offer some guidance. While his instruction addresses the responsibilities of pastoral care,…
Sabbath Controversy 2026-09-30
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…
Christ the Controversialist (Part 2 of 2) 2026-09-29
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…
Christ the Controversialist (Part 1 of 2) 2026-09-28
With all their rules and regulations, the religious leaders of Jesus’ day turned God’s blessings into burdens. Examine Jesus’ controversial teaching…