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2010

Holiday Message 2010

It’s sad but true—the retelling of the story of the first Christmas is often dull and dusty in its familiarity. Yet the truth in this historical account has the power to ignite your faith and imagination.

Hear the real-life drama behind the well-known narrative unfold in this special four-part series from Chuck Swindoll. You won’t just hear about the first Christmas; you’ll be inspired to jump into the story yourself and stand beside Mary, Joseph, the shepherds, and a temple rabbi.

Let your imagination be stirred as you experience the old, old story in all its excitement and wonder. Isn’t that what Christmas is all about?

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Trusting the God of Impossibilities

“Impossible! This situation is just impossible!”

Have you ever said words like those . . . when your circumstances seemed out of control . . . when they seemed impossible? All of us have found ourselves in holes too deep to get out of on our own—when all hope seemed lost. Thankfully, God specializes in impossibilities. All we need to do is trust Him. If you’re facing an impossible situation in your life today and can find no means of escape, then this series is the encouragement you need to remember that God is the God of impossibilities. And that’s a truth you can trust in.

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The Impact of a Faithful Father

A celebration is long overdue!

Now’s the time to thank your dad for the impact he’s made on your life through all the stages and seasons of your family. For the hours he worked to make life easier for you and your family, for the headaches and the heartaches of leading your family, for the endless and quiet sacrifices, and for just doing the best that he knew how to do—thank your father.

In these two encouraging messages, Chuck Swindoll stirs up gratitude both for our fathers and for the men who have been godly examples to us. You’ll also catch a vision for how each of us can leave a lasting legacy of love, affection, affirmation, and security for those who look to us as the leaders of our generation.

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Saying "Yes" to Christ’s Call

Mark 1:14–20

“Do you want your life to count for something?”

This question was as intriguing in the first century as it is today. To a group of ordinary men and women, Jesus first said, “Follow Me.” Those who chose to answer His call were transformed by their experience . . . and they turned the world upside down for Christ!

In this single message from Chuck Swindoll, we look closely at Jesus’s early ministry and at His encounters with the first four men whom He called to be a part of His team. What were their reactions to His invitation? They followed immediately. However, the ultimate question is, “How will you respond to His call?”

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Insights on Romans

Romans is Paul’s greatest literary achievement—his magnum opus. It is the constitution of the Christian faith, providing theology and guidance for Christians of all generations.

In this engaging series on Romans, Pastor Chuck Swindoll teaches on key Christian doctrines and Christian living. You won’t want to miss his encouragement and exhortation.

Dive deep into Romans and “let God transform you into a new person by changing the way you think” (Romans 12:2).

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The Imprint of a Faithful Mother

It’s impossible to overestimate the imprint a godly mother makes on our lives. In this two-message series, Chuck Swindoll doesn’t hold back praise to God for women who have positively shaped our lives, who have taught us faithfully, and who have enduringly loved us. Soak in the encouragement if you are a mom, or pass it along to someone who has impacted your life.

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Easter 2010

John 20:6–8

Did Jesus really die? Could He, in fact, just have been in a coma? Before you can celebrate a resurrection, you must first establish that Jesus really died. Sceptics will argue different theories that deny the miracle, but a look at the facts and the testimonies will prove that Jesus Christ, Son of God, rose from the dead. After hope itself had died, God had the final say.

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Best of 2009

“God . . . in control? Are you kidding? Look around; all you see is chaos and godlessness.”

David wrote in Psalm 12:8 that “the wicked freely strut about / when what is vile is honored among men” (NIV). There certainly seems to be a lot of strutting about these days, making it difficult for some believers to live lives of godliness and causing others to doubt God’s sovereignty. But Chuck Swindoll encourages us to stand fast in the faith and continue to trust in the truth that our God is in control, when he provides a “Survival Strategy for Our Times” and helps us recall “Timely Reminders of Timeless Truths.”

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Getting Through the Tough Stuff

Wouldn’t it be great if our days came with a “Do Over” button?

Ever had one of those days when nothing, absolutely nothing, goes according to plan? Well, Chuck Swindoll has had his share of days he’d like to do over. But since life doesn’t come with a “Do Over” button, Chuck shares how we can make the best of our days—even if it always seems that it’s one thing or another.

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