Are you sure you have eternal life? Many people are bothered by that question and respond in uncertain, doubtful, and defensive ways. But if you truly understand what Jesus did for you at Calvary, you can know without a doubt that you have eternal life. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.lightsource.com/donate/1274/29

The pursuit of a better life dominates our culture. While that goal isn’t inherently wrong, it does often lead us to neglect thinking about the life to come. Dr. Stanley shifts the focus from this fleeting existence we have here on earth to the eternal life God promises to those who believe in His Son, Jesus Christ. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.lightsource.com/donate/1274/29

Giving thanks to God every day motivates us to look for God’s purpose in everything. Dr. Stanley reflects on the apostle Paul’s instructions to give thanks in every circumstance, without exception (1 Thess. 5:12-18). To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.lightsource.com/donate/1274/29

The most valuable thing we have as a believer is our faith. In 2 Timothy 1:3-7, Paul reminds Timothy that his faith was passed down to him from his grandmother Lois and mother Eunice. We also need to pass on to others what we believe. Find out how to pass on your faith. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.lightsource.com/donate/1274/29

All through the scriptures, God emphasizes that we are to place our trust in Him. He wants us to believe who He is and believe that He will do exactly what He promises. Dr. Stanley explains the three primary stages the Lord brings us through to develop a firm faith. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.lightsource.com/donate/1274/29

The moment we're saved, God enrolls us in the school of faith. That is, He begins to teach us biblical principles of how to live in a world that opposes Him. We can have the confident assurance that the God of the Bible is God. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.lightsource.com/donate/1274/29

Faith is the key to the Christian life. Oftentimes, when we experience hardship or trials, our faith may waiver. But it is possible to be constant and steadfast. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.lightsource.com/donate/1274/29

What does it mean to place your trust in Him? Dr. Stanley explains how many people are misled and don't really understand what it means to trust Jesus. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.lightsource.com/donate/1274/29

We relate to God and to Jesus Christ through faith. However, this one area of life is one that many people misunderstand or have difficulty with. You don't have to live with doubt. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.lightsource.com/donate/1274/29

Stress is a pressure we feel that can lead to a place of deep anxiety, or distress. So how do we cope with stress? We are to 'cease striving' and know that God is in control. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.lightsource.com/donate/1274/29

Do you want to know God better? Learn to walk in the center of the Father’s will as you come to understand His heart revealed in His Word. Embrace these biblical principles today and begin your journey to life at its best. It is God's desire for each one of His children to have an intimate relationship with Him. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.lightsource.com/donate/1274/29

If you want God's best and you want to make your life count, then you can expect to travel the road of adversity. God uses these moments to help overcome our adversities. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.lightsource.com/donate/1274/29

When was the last time you were energized by the presence of God? The awareness and promise of God's presence in our lives are essential to our relationship with Him. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.lightsource.com/donate/1274/29

Understanding truth’s importance is not enough. We can see from our past failures that dishonesty is never worth the consequences. Instead we must build honesty into our hearts and minds by recognizing truthfulness is a foundational principle for life, and filling our minds with God’s Word. Then, we will become trustworthy, reliable people whose words are true. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.lightsource.com/donate/1274/29

God demonstrates His love and concern for us by bestowing amazing promises and fulfilling them. The Bible is where we can find help for every circumstance of life. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.lightsource.com/donate/1274/29

Dr. Stanley reminds us that God has a plan for each of our lives. That’s why He has given us talents, abilities, and skills to help people and accomplish the things He wants us to accomplish. We are to put these gifts to work to serve one another as God’s good stewards. Whatever gifts we have received, God gave them to use for the purpose of serving others. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.lightsource.com/donate/1274/29

In this message, Dr. Stanley tells us that it was predetermined that we would be saved to grow and conform to the likeness of Jesus Christ. As believers, if we don’t grow, there’s something wrong with us. Dr. Stanley teaches us how to judge, test, and gauge our growth as Christians. He also explains how we can change our conversations, our conduct, and our character. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.lightsource.com/donate/1274/29

Dr. Stanley explains that we are living in a world where people’s morals are changing. Many have decided that the Word of God just doesn’t work anymore. But despite this challenge, we must remember this one constant: Jesus’ sacrificial, substitutionary, and sufficient death on the cross paid for our sin debt in full. If we believe that Jesus is the Son of God and we trust Him for our salvation, we will be saved. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.lightsource.com/donate/1274/29

Thanksgiving should be a constant practice for believers, especially when things get tough. Dr. Stanley encourages us to remain thankful in the midst of adversity. With gratitude comes a whole host of benefitsgreater awareness of His presence, increased trust, joy, decreased anxietythat energize us when we feel beaten down. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.lightsource.com/donate/1274/29

Through adversity, God is able to accomplish so much in our lives, if we will only trust Him and seek His purposes. Dr. Stanley describes the qualities God is building in us through adversity: unshakable faith, unwearied patience, increased courage, and purity. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.lightsource.com/donate/1274/29

Dr. Stanley teaches us to accept God’s purposes in adversity. But we must choose to view adversity as an opportunity rather than an obstacle. When we do that, we grow in our Christlikeness. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.lightsource.com/donate/1274/29

When uncertainty, pain, and trials come our way, we usually react with blame, denial, or self-pity. Since we are guaranteed adversity, we need to know the best way to respond. Dr. Stanley looks at the causes of adversity and explains how we should view it. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.lightsource.com/donate/1274/29

Dr. Stanley explains the difference between godly and human wisdom. Godly wisdom is the capacity to see things from God’s viewpoint and respond according to the principles of Scripture. Human wisdom is earthly, natural, and demonic. When it comes to making wise choices and experiencing God’s best, obeying Him is always the best way to go. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.lightsource.com/donate/1274/29

Dr. Stanley tells us that everyone has some form of faith, and that it affects the way we live. A non-believer’s faith is self-directed while a believer’s faith is God-directed. Dr. Stanley explains how we can progress to a level of great faith so our Christian life will take on a stronger, more exciting purpose. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.lightsource.com/donate/1274/29

Dr. Stanley explores the love of the Father through the parable of the prodigal son. All of us have sinned and fallen away from God in our own ways, but no matter where sin takes us, the path back home is always the same. And at the end is a Father, longing to embrace us. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.lightsource.com/donate/1274/29

Dr. Stanley highlights the second half of the parable of the prodigal son. Though he has the appearance of a devoted son, the older brother’s heart is full of bitterness and jealousy. Don’t let self-righteousness poison your relationship with God or His children. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.lightsource.com/donate/1274/29

Dr. Stanley traces the downward spiral sin leads us on when we believe Satan’s lies and ignore God’s Word. But no matter how dark sin may make our lives, God is willing and able to forgivejust like the father in the parable. Learn how simple repentance restores right relationship. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.lightsource.com/donate/1274/29

As we seek direction from the Lord, it’s important to remember that reading the Bible isn’t enough. We also need to meditate upon His Word and listen as God speaks to our hearts. Dr. Stanley shows us how, by walking us through four disciplines: priority, place, purpose, and plan. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.lightsource.com/donate/1274/29

Dr. Stanley examines a time when Abraham lost sight of God’s promise and took things into his own hands. From this story, we can learn why trusting God is always the best option. But when we fail, He’s still our ever-present help in times of trouble. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.lightsource.com/donate/1274/29

Learn the art of encouragement from the best: Jesus. Dr. Stanley outlines practical ways we can follow Jesus’ example in word and deed. As Christians, we cannot afford not to encourage one another. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.lightsource.com/donate/1274/29

Every command God gives us in His Word is given for our protection and our good. This is especially true concerning satanic warfare. Dr. Stanley explains the importance of being prepared to stand against the enemy by putting on the full armor of God. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.lightsource.com/donate/1274/29

This inspiring tribute to Dr. Charles Stanley’s life and ministry traces his humble beginnings in Dry Fork, Virginia, and how God led him through the highs and lows on a path of impactful service for His kingdom. Join In Touch Ministries in this journey through Dr. Stanley’s life and discover what God can do through a heart that is fully devoted to Him. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.lightsource.com/donate/1274/29

If you were a general in the army and were going to war against another nation, you would study the life of the opposing general. To gain victory over life's battles, we are to understand the mind of our enemySatan. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.lightsource.com/donate/1274/29

Have you ever wondered why there are so many references to warfare in the Bible? As believers, we are engaged in battle with the one who opposes our efforts to live a godly lifestyleSatan. Dr. Stanley explains how we can be strong and stand firm against the attacks of the enemy. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.lightsource.com/donate/1274/29

The defining event of our faith and church is the resurrection of Christ. Calvary not only demonstrated His power over death, but also God’s capacity to keep His word. Dr. Stanley reminds us that without this event, Christianity would lose its message that Christ came to earth to die for our sins and triumph over death. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.lightsource.com/donate/1274/29

How do we pay back our spiritual debt of sin? Dr. Stanley teaches us that God’s only answer to our sin-debt was and is the cross. Through His love and justice, He sent an innocent person to the cross to die for our sins. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.lightsource.com/donate/1274/29

We live in a corrupt world where temptation is a part of everyday life. Dr. Stanley explains that though everyone deals with temptation differently, Jesus' example offers us the best defense possible. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.lightsource.com/donate/1274/29

Everyone has the gift of faith. Whether you are lost or saved, you exercise belief by what you do. Dr. Stanley explains that following God is a conscious effort because His ways are higher than ours. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.lightsource.com/donate/1274/29

Listening to God requires making time for Him. Dr. Stanley assures us that believers need to seek Him, and He will answer. When we stop striving and dive into His word, we open the door to experience His many blessings. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.lightsource.com/donate/1274/29

An exciting adventure begins when we walk in step with Jesus. Dr. Stanley explains what life entails when we choose to be guided by the Father. We must completely surrender to Him if our actions are to reflect His glory. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.lightsource.com/donate/1274/29

There are dark times each one of us experiences when we're overwhelmed and don't know what to do. Are you in such a dark time right now? Dr. Stanley talks about how God will comfort your hurts, calm your fears, and give you great hope if you will trust in Him. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.lightsource.com/donate/1274/29

Why is it so difficult for us to believe that God loves us and that He cares for us as individuals? Learn to avoid the kind of dangerous thinking that robs us of the security and joy found in our relationship with Christ. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.lightsource.com/donate/1274/29

Dr. Stanley talks about how we respond to the divine attribute of holiness. All of God’s laws, principles, and actions are derived from this essential characteristic. Pursuing holiness will direct our choices toward obedience, and our hearts toward praising the Lord. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.lightsource.com/donate/1274/29

There is only one true God, but the Bible teaches that He has many titles and roles in your life. Dr. Stanley highlights the encouraging privilege of calling God by His most comforting nameFather. You can know God as your perfect heavenly Father who loves you unconditionally. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.lightsource.com/donate/1274/29