Series Details
Messages that inspire you to keep going are the ones that settle into your soul and resonate. Five of Chuck Swindoll’s most impactful messages in 2019 surely fit the bill. These five popular Insight for Living titles from this year will:
- Spark an attitude of fortitude during tough times
- Convince you that God’s grace provides a brand-new start after failure
- Renew your commitment to fulfill Christ’s Great Commission
. . . and more! If you missed these teachings the first time around, give your walk with God a boost by taking them in now.
The messages that truly resonate are those that settle into the soul and inspire a believer to keep moving forward. The Best of 2019 is a compilation of five of Chuck Swindoll’s most popular and impactful teachings from the broadcast year. This series is designed to give your walk with God a boost by addressing the “messy” realities of life with biblical clarity. From finding the courage to persevere during trials to embracing the beauty of a second chance after failure, these messages represent the heart of Insight for Living’s mission: to communicate God’s truth in a practical, life-changing way.
The Charming Joy of Grace Giving
Sermon Summary While most Christians understand the value of living by grace, many struggle to apply that same grace to their finances. This message explores the “bountiful freedom” that arises when grace prompts our giving. Chuck explains that true generosity is not a result of legalistic pressure but a joyful response to the grace we have already received. When grace is cultivated in our hearts, our giving becomes a “charming joy” rather than a chore.
Key Facts & Themes
- Bountiful Abundance: Understanding that grace-driven giving leads to spiritual fruitfulness.
- Relationship Focus: How grace in giving strengthens our connection with God and others.
Primary Scripture Reference
- 2 Corinthians 9:6–15
The Secret: An Attitude of Fortitude
Sermon Summary What is the “secret” to standing strong when the walls are closing in? This message identifies the essential quality of fortitude. Chuck discusses the mental and spiritual toughness required to stay the course when trials become intense. We learn that fortitude is not about our own strength, but about a stubborn reliance on God’s promises. This attitude allows a believer to remain steady and courageous even when others are giving up.
Key Facts & Themes
- Spiritual Toughness: Developing the internal strength to endure long-term trials.
- Fortitude over Fear: How a different spirit allows us to see opportunities where others see obstacles.
God of the Second Chance
Sermon Summary Failure often feels final, but in God’s economy, it is frequently the threshold of a new beginning. This message explores the heart of a God who specializes in restorations. Whether the failure was public or private, Chuck reminds us that grace provides a brand-new start. By looking at biblical examples of those who failed and were reinstated, we find the courage to get back up and press on, knowing our past does not disqualify us from God’s future.
Key Facts & Themes
- Restorative Grace: Why God is more interested in our future than our past failures.
- New Beginnings: Overcoming the shame that hinders spiritual progress.
Hanging Tough Together . . . and Loving It
Sermon Summary Faith was never meant to be a solo sport. This message highlights the vital importance of community and mutual encouragement. Chuck discusses the joy and strength found in “hanging tough” with fellow believers during difficult seasons. We learn that when we share each other’s burdens and celebrate each other’s victories, we don’t just survive the race—we actually enjoy the journey.
Key Facts & Themes
- The Power of Community: Why isolation is the enemy of perseverance.
- Mutual Encouragement: Finding joy in the shared struggle of the Christian walk.
Renewing Your Commitment to the Great Commission
Sermon Summary The series concludes with a call to look outward. Fulfilling Christ’s Great Commission is the ultimate purpose of the church. Chuck encourages us to renew our commitment to reaching the lost, whether that means going across the world or across the street. We are reminded that every believer has a role to play in God’s global plan, and there is no greater thrill than seeing another soul come to know Jesus.
Key Facts & Themes
- The Mission Mandate: Re-centering our lives around Christ’s final command.
- Personal Evangelism: Finding your unique part in spreading the Good News.
