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Discovering the Bible's answers is the focus of Living on the Edge, the broadcast ministry of Chip Ingram. Each week, Chip will take you to God's Word for biblical guidance on topics like being a follower of Jesus, strengthening your marriage, understanding love and sex, raising moral children, and overcoming painful emotions. Chip also shares honestly from his own experiences. Visit us online at https://LivingontheEdge.org.
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Living on the Edge, a discipleship ministry and radio/television program of pastor and author Chip Ingram, is committed to providing everyday believers with tools that help them live like Christians. Each week, Chip will take you through God's Word for insight on topics like strengthening your marriage, understanding love and sex, raising children, and overcoming painful emotions. Today, a daily listening audience of more than one million people can hear Living on the Edge on over 1,100 radi ...
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Honest and Lighthearted Conversations with the Authors Transforming Our World. If you love the written word, join us for conversations with top Christian authors about how books have transformed their lives. You’ll also hear about their motivation for writing, their process, and how they broke into publishing. Books can change the world, our communities, our churches, and our lives. The Writing for a Change podcast gives you an inside look into how that happens.
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Have you ever had an experience that changed your opinion or attitude on something? I mean, you thought you knew all the facts—until you went through a situation that completely changed your mind. In this program, guest teacher John Dickerson will do that by sharing two powerful testimonies that’ll touch your heart. Main Points Three basic evidence…
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When you breathe your last breath and close your eyes one final time, what happens next? People are fascinated by that question. Is there life after death? Is it just lifeless, nothingness? Or is there evidence to say once we die, we’re actually alive somewhere, somehow, in some other way? Chip gives 7 specific evidences for life after death.To sup…
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If you’ve ever wondered if the Bible is true – this program is for you. Chip puts the Bible on trial and lays out a case for the authenticity of scripture. He presents evidence that the Bible, as we have it today, IS reliable. And is the true, Word of God - just as meaningful to us, as it was to its first readers.To support this ministry financiall…
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In this program, Chip asks: Is it intellectually feasible to believe that a collection of sixty-six manuscripts, by forty different authors, written in three languages, over a period of fifteen hundred years could actually be the very words of God? If you’ve ever struggled with questions about the authenticity and integrity of the Bible, what Chip …
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Have you ever had an experience that changed your opinion or attitude on something? I mean, you thought you knew all the factsuntil you went through a situation that completely changed your mind. In this program, guest teacher John Dickerson will do that by sharing two powerful testimonies that’ll touch your heart.To support this ministry financial…
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If someone asked you: How do you know Jesus actually lived? or Can we really trust the Bible? what would you say? In this program, guest teacher John Dickerson will address these questions. He is going to unpack the evidence for Christianity and highlight notable Christians from history who changed our world.To support this ministry financially, vi…
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We have all heard the stories of former pastors or church worship leaders who have walked away or “deconstructed” their faith. Chip addresses the heart of this alarming trend through an insightful conversation with pastor and author John Dickerson. Together, they will delve into the complexities of faith, doubt, and the challenges that believers fa…
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The current moral decline and theological compromise among Christians is no longer concerning it’s alarming. We see division and false teaching, even in the Church itself. What can those who care do? In this program, Chip explains how can we stand for biblical truth and winsomely communicate, even regarding controversial issues, with love and integ…
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Are you concerned about your kids and grandkids as the world becomes increasingly hostile to Christianity? Did you know a high percentage of youth who grow up in the Church are leaving the faith after high school? And do you increasingly wonder: What do we do? In this program, Chip brings real hope and real answers for anyone concerned about these …
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What would you say to a young person who has embraced the current worldview or had a bad church experience and now doesn’t believe in Jesus anymore? Chip will unpack this growing problem through the conclusion of his conversation with author and pastor John Dickerson. The two will encourage anxious parents and offer practical guidance to come along…
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We have all heard the stories of former pastors or church worship leaders who have walked away or deconstructed their faith. Chip addresses the heart of this alarming trend through an insightful conversation with pastor and author John Dickerson. Together, they will delve into the complexities of faith, doubt, and the challenges that believers face…
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There is something universally captivating about the end of a thrilling storywhere every wrong is made right, good conquers evil, and chaos gives way to peace. In this exciting program, we invite you to join us for the riveting finale of Jesus’ life on Earth, told through the context of Mark chapters 15 and 16. Explore the profound significance of …
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Main Points I. The burial of Jesus = Mark 15:42-47 The request by Joseph of Arimathea = Mark 15:42-44 The answer by Pilate = Mark 15:45-46 The viewing by the women = Mark 15:47 II. The announcement of Jesus’ resurrection = Mark 16:1-8 The seeking of the women = Mark 16:1-4 The telling of the angel = Mark 16:5-8 III. The appearances after Jesus’ res…
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In Isaiah 53, the prophet writes, He was pierced for our transgressions, He was crushed for our iniquities; the punishment that brought us peace was on Him, and by His wounds, we are healed. In this program, we will witness the fulfillment of that prophecy as our Bible teacher, Chip Ingram, dives into Mark chapters 14 and 15. Learn why the heartbre…
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Olive oil may be a kitchen essential today, but in Bible times, it was a complex process. Farmers collected the olives, dumped them into hollowed-out rock, and repeatedly crushed them with a large milling stone. This area was called the pressing place. In this program, Chip teaches through the rest of Mark chapter 14, where we find Jesus in an emot…
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Imagine receiving the heart-wrenching news that you have just 48 hours to live. At that moment, you invite your dearest friends and family to a final mealone last chance to spend some quality time together. In this program, we will get to know Jesus’ inner circle of friends at an intimate meal he arranged just two days before His crucifixion. Join …
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What are you worshipping? Now, that may seem like an odd question because we do not bow down to statues anymore. So think about it this way: how are you spending your time, talents, and treasure? Chip will challenge us in this program to reflect on who or what we are genuinely devoted to as he studies Mark chapter 11. Through Jesus’ final public te…
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What do an Olympic sprinter, a Navy Seal, and a neurosurgeon have in common? They understand that true success happens through intense training and practice, not by chance. In this program, Chip connects the dedication and preparation of those professionals to our need for spiritual conditioning. Hear about the ‘discipleship boot camp’ Jesus sent H…
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We have all sung the powerful words of the hymn, "I have decided to follow Jesus." The melody resonates, and the sentiment rings true, but the question lingers: What does it actually look like to walk in Jesus' footsteps? In this program, our Bible teacher, Chip Ingram, gets to the root of that question as he begins his study in the Gospel of Mark.…
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Do you have a difficult person in your life - a person who makes you nuts? Do you wonder, "Is there a Godly response to this person?" If you’re faced with that person right now, join Chip as he shares how to deal with the difficult people in your life. Main Points Thesis: Sometimes the person we most want God to remove from our lives is the person …
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Do you ever wonder why good, Godly relationships have conflict? If I love God and you love God and we love each other, then shouldn’t we have a relationship free of conflict? Unfortunately, the answer is, no. Chip shares some ways of living in harmony with those around you and how to handle conflict effectively when it arises. Main Points How impor…
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Have you ever wished that someone would look behind the smile, the makeup, and the clothes, to see who you really are - and accept you just as you are? We all long for that, and in this message Chip shares how Jesus taught us to love one another. Main Points To love each other the way Jesus loved His disciples means we must accept one another, just…
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What is it, exactly, that Jesus really wants from you? Join Chip as he begins this series with the answer to that question. Main Points Taking Jesus seriously means we take His Word seriously! W.D.J.S. --John 13:34-35 What is the New Commandment? When was the New Commandment given? Why was the New Commandment given? How seriously did the early Chur…
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Imagine you are going about your day when suddenly, your phone rings. It is your doctor, and the news is staggering—a life-threatening diagnosis that changes everything in an instant. How would you respond? In this powerful program, Chip delves into James chapter 5, uncovering what Scripture reveals about physical healing. More importantly, he shar…
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Does God still perform miraculous healing today? Or did that only happen while Jesus was on Earth or in the early Church? Join Chip as he delves into James chapter 5 and uncovers what Scripture reveals about restoration and healing from emotional, physical, and spiritual pain. Do not miss this insightful discussion that could reshape your understan…
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Where do you find security and identity? In this program, Chip says – ‘If it’s in your spouse.. your relationship is in trouble!’ He’ll explain why couples who look to one another for wholeness won’t survive. Join us as we discover how to develop a healthy view of ourselves and the impact it can have on our marriages. Main Points Great marriages ar…
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Many devoted followers of Jesus, when faced with their own mortality, are terrified of what is to come. In this program, Chip examines the reasons why we fear death. He emphasizes the profound hope in the gospel message and provides practical ways to comfort those on the brink of eternity. Discover how to face death with faith and courage and find …
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“Courage is fear holding on for one more minute.” That is a great quote! But when fear takes hold, we often need more than just words of encouragement. Join Chip as he uncovers the biblical path to conquering fear, revealing how God alone provides true hope, security, and lasting protection. Don’t let fear dictate your life—embrace the incredible s…
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Are you ready to cultivate a faith that can weather life's most significant storms? Chip kicks off his series in this program as he dives into eight transformative Psalms that can empower your faith and help you conquer your fears. Do not miss this opportunity to discover how to harness strength through God's Word, break free from anxiety, and bold…
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Amidst a wave of negativity and despair regarding how to reach today’s youth with the gospel, this program offers a refreshing perspective. Chip and author Jennie Allen will inspire listeners to take a more proactive approach, urging everyone to engage in the vital work of discipling the next generation. Rather than fostering criticism, they will i…
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Habits are powerful things. They can produce unbelievable pain or lasting blessings. So, how do we develop great habits that cultivate the very best that God wants for us? Main Points Introduction: The Power of Habits Great Christians develop great habits! The grace of God is both the desire and the ability to be righteous; to follow Him and do wha…
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What kind of faith does it take to ask for the improbable, expect the impossible, and receive the unthinkable? It’s a faith that God has promised to give you. In this message, Chip tells how to take hold of it! Main Points Introduction: A prayer I will never forget. Haiti – 1982 A jungle compound – “hospital of pain.” A professor who used the power…
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God is looking for ordinary people to do extraordinary things for Him. Do you believe that? It’s true. But in order to move this from your head to your heart, you need to take one very important step. Chip reveals what that step is. Don’t miss it! Main Points Thesis: God delights… to do IMPOSSIBLE things… through IMPROBABLE people… to IMPART exceed…
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Fear is a powerful emotion that often eclipses our hope and joy. In this program, Chip explains how we can experience God’s peace that transcends our circumstances by studying the angel Gabriel’s conversation with a Hebrew teenage girl. Hear how Mary’s faith—despite her doubts, fears, and anxieties—set her up to be used supernaturally by God. Main …
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We all have experienced the sting of betrayal, gossip, and broken trust. And when that relational pain comes, it is only human to want to push others away. But in this program, Chip offers a biblical alternative. Learn how to cultivate a God-honoring community of believers and repair broken relationships by laying a sturdy foundation of trust, hone…
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Are you ready to live a life that reflects Jesus more and more each day? In this program, Chip shares with us the blueprint to becoming a Christian who really lives like a Christian. Join us as we study the life of Jesus and hone in on 3 essential practices He modeled–that will transform our faith and deepen our connection to God. Main Points Intro…
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Fear, it’s a powerful emotion. What are you afraid of? And perhaps more importantly, how do you deal with fear? Chip helps us understand what God want us to know when we are paralyzed by fear. Main Points Introduction: Fear – lit. “sudden attack,” A feeling of anxiety and agitation caused by the presence or nearness of danger, evil or pain. To feel…
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Have you ever done the honorable thing and it backfired on you? Did you ever do all the work and another person got all the credit? Well, if you’ve ever been the one who received a raw deal, this message is designed especially for you. Main Points A song of pain and perspective when life doesn’t seem fair: Psalm 73 Life lessons from Psalm 73: Pour …
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Do you feel like the whole world is spiraling out of control? Has that caused you to lose hope and be discouraged? In this program, Chip will remind us that there is an incredible reason for hope as long as we look to the right source. Join us as we study the life and ministry of Jesus and what His example teaches us about breaking through the dark…
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There’s no shortage of expert advice on what the world needs now - opinions abound and division increases. The question is: What would Jesus have us hear in the midst of the confusion and chaos? In this program, Chip goes to the book of Matthew for the answer. Main Points Overview of Matthew 5: 3-12: The characteristics of His true followers and th…
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We talk with Bible teacher Chip Ingram about why we get stuck spiritually, overcoming obstacles to growth, and how to teach people the Bible in a way that resonates. Learn more at Chip's website: livingontheedge.org. Featured Book: Yes! You Really CAN Change: What to Do When You're Spiritually Stuck See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informati…
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Hannah Anderson talks about working with her husband on her latest book, navigating a family health crisis, and what nature’s destructive elements can teach us about God. Learn more about Hannah and her new book, Turning of Days, at her website. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Writing for a Change
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