Truth For Life Blog

It’s hard to imagine a more effective minister than Paul­–yet even he was no superhero. While we may assume that the spiritually mature need less prayer, Paul exemplified the exact opposite, earnestly requesting prayer for both the words and the boldness to preach the Gospel. Demonstrating how Paul’s humble acknowledgement of his vulnerability made him aware of his need for prayer, Alistair Begg spurs us on to pray for the preaching of God’s Word.

Topics: From the Archives

O God, our help in ages past,
Our hope for years to come,
Our shelter from the stormy blast,
And our eternal home!

Topics: Hymns and Worship

"We cast our sorrows on the Lord who walked upon the sea of old and who makes a way for His people through the depths."
- C.H. Spurgeon

Topics: Weekly Wallpaper

"The Christian life is not a series of 100-yard sprints; it is like a cross-country race. It’s a long obedience in the same direction."
- Alistair Begg

Topics: Weekly Wallpaper

Christians know that prayer is essential, but we often struggle with knowing how to pray best. As Paul instructed the Ephesians in wielding the spiritual weapon of prayer, he both exemplified and explained how to pray, when to pray, and what to pray for. Walking us through Paul’s imperatives on prayer, Alistair Begg helps us understand what it means to pray continually, varyingly, and perseveringly for all our brothers and sisters in Christ with God-centered perspective and trust.

Topics: From the Archives

Those in pastoral ministry have a great responsibility in preaching the Gospel to their congregation. Paul repeatedly encouraged Timothy and Titus to teach the good news with clarity and to model humility, integrity and godly character. In these sermons, Alistair Begg encourages pastors to stay focused on God’s Word as the source of inerrant truth and to teach the Bible in a manner that glorifies God.

Topics: From the Archives

"This is the birthright of the child of God: that God comes and invades us by the Holy Spirit, takes up residence in our lives, and creates within us a passion for God and a love for Him."
- Alistair Begg

Topics: Weekly Wallpaper

Men: Do your brains feel overused and exhausted? Are your marriages not what they once were? Are you falling behind in your work, often feeling overwhelmed and stressed?

Topics: Monthly Resources

"Wait for the Lord; be strong, and let your heart take courage; wait for the Lord!"
- Psalm 27:14

Topics: Weekly Wallpaper

In addition to protective wear, soldiers must also arm themselves for battle. In spiritual warfare, Christian soldiers take up the sword of the Spirit, which is the Word of God. Contemporary culture often regards the Bible as irrelevant, but as Alistair Begg demonstrates, God’s Word is no ordinary book: it speaks with clarity, authority, and veracity, and is necessary for coming to faith. God cannot be found through human investigation, but He reveals Himself generally through His creation, specially through His Word, and ultimately through His Son.

Topics: From the Archives

God’s Word—the “Sword of the Spirit”—is necessary not only when we come to faith in Christ, but also as we continue in the Christian life and contend for the faith. Alistair Begg describes the vital role that the Bible plays in the perseverance of all believers, enabling us to respond to Satan’s accusations, hope in times of discouragement, and stay steady in times of doubt. The Sword of the Spirit is suited for the hand of every Christian without distinction, and it is with unashamed confidence in this Word that we make it our aim to persuade others of the hope that we have.

Topics: From the Archives

Dear Friend,

The phrase “shepherds and teachers” in Ephesians 4:11 denotes one office. For the local pastor, this wording paints a helpful picture. Shepherding requires that we encourage, comfort, and at times, even warn, the members of our flock. Teaching requires us to provide a nourishing pasture—the pasture of God’s Word explained clearly and relevantly—so that all are fed and mature in their commitment to Christ.

Topics: Letters From Alistair Begg