Truth For Life Blog

“You will be enriched in every way to be generous in every way, which through us will produce thanksgiving to God.”
— 2 Corinthians 9:11

Topics: Weekly Wallpaper

Does Christianity mean Christ plus the American Dream? Can Christianity be Christianity without sin, God’s judgment, and Christ crucified? Watch the astonishing reality of how our culture has created a different gospel and a man-made god. American Gospel is a two-film collection that explores the tangible consequences of a society that embraces poor theology.

Topics: Ministry Updates

When we’re hoping to understand what a word means, a dictionary is often a great place to start. But certain words require us to do more than simply read and memorize a definition. We shouldn’t be surprised, then, that when we read the dictionary definition of the word Gospel—“the message concerning Christ, the kingdom of God, and salvation”—we’re left with more questions. Who is this Christ? Where is His kingdom? What is salvation? A quick search on the internet tells us Gospel comes from a Greek word that means “good news”—but what exactly is this good news?

Topics: Begg's Blog, Articles

It’s commonly assumed: If you become a Christian, all your anxieties and problems will go away. As we navigate the challenges of a disease that threatens lives in our communities and even in our own families, we're reminded that suffering is part of the Christian journey. Moreover, life’s trials can be further compounded as we face persecution for the hope we have in Jesus. Alistair Begg addresses the topic of suffering and sickness in this series of messages keenly relevant to the illness that has swept across our planet. Listen to refocus your priorities and gain fresh confidence in God during the dark seasons of life.

Topics: From the Archives

“And let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, to which indeed you were called in one body. And be thankful.”  (Colossians 3:15 ESV)

Topics: Weekly Wallpaper

I worship thee, sweet Will of God,
And all thy ways adore;
And every day I live, I seem
To love thee more and more.

Topics: Hymns and Worship

Learning of Abner’s peaceful release, David’s army commander, Joab, confronted the king, sent for Abner, then cruelly murdered him upon his return. Did Joab really care about the kingdom, or simply his status within it? Exploring this question, Alistair Begg notes that the ways of the servant are not always the ways of the king. When we’re tempted to believe our plans are best, Scripture reminds us that King Jesus is faithful to His plan and all comings and goings are under His sovereign hand.

Topics: From the Archives

For David, Abner’s death was a cause not for celebration but for mourning. In his grief, David paid tribute to Abner and led his funeral, while Joab, having murdered Abner out of revenge, was met with a curse rather than a commendation. Joab’s experience is a warning to us, says Alistair Begg, when we’re tempted to advance God’s kingdom in a manner that is incompatible with our gentle, humble King.

Topics: From the Archives

Why did God create a world in which suffering exists?

You don’t have to be a philosopher or a doubter of God’s goodness to ask such a question. Look around: everyone suffers, and everyone tries to explain why. Some may say pain is an illusion. Others may reject God, saying that suffering disproves His existence. Still others may try to redefine God, saying that suffering proves His limitations. Yet each of these explanations for suffering is, in its own way, inadequate.

Topics: Begg's Blog, Articles

It's not always easy to initiate a Gospel conversation. So perhaps these printable invitations will be a helpful way for you to point a friend, neighbor, or family member to introductory teaching about who Jesus is and why He came.

Topics: Ministry Updates