Truth For Life Blog

"God sweeps all of our failures into His purpose so that His great power might be shown to belong not to us, but to the Lord Jesus."
— Alistair Begg

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God cannot be defeated, even when His children are. When the Philistines vanquished the Israelites and captured the ark, all seemed lost. The tables were turned, though, when the almighty God toppled the Philistines’ worthless idol Dagon and inflicted them with tumors until they cried out. Alistair Begg explains that afflictions like these can be acts of mercy that help us recognize God’s glory, presence, and power. Our only true protection from God’s wrath is the refuge He Himself provides in Jesus.

Topics: From the Archives

When challenging circumstances reveal our weaknesses, it can be tempting to despair. To help us battle discouragement­­—especially in the face of prolonged trials­­—Scripture teaches us to view our situations from God’s perspective. When we seek the Lord in prayer and call to mind His faithfulness and promises, we are reminded that He is able to work all things for His glory and our good.

Topics: Ministry Updates

Listen to or download for free sermons from 2 Timothy by Alistair Begg. Choose from below or see additional sermons using our bible scripture sorting tool.

Listen to or download for free sermons from 1 Timothy by Alistair Begg. Choose from below or see additional sermons using our bible scripture sorting tool.

Listen to or download for free sermons from 2 Thessalonians by Alistair Begg. Choose from below or see additional sermons using our bible scripture sorting tool.

In God’s plan for the Christian family, all members affirm that Jesus is Lord through their submission to and love for one another. Together, husbands and wives set the tone, displaying their love for Christ in giving themselves to the privileges and responsibilities of marriage. Children in turn display their understanding of Jesus’ lordship by respecting and obeying their parents. When everyone in the family follows this biblical mandate, it makes for healthy churches and stable societies.

Topics: Ministry Updates

"Let me tell you how you experience God: read your Bible and do what it says, and He’ll meet with you along the journey."
- Alistair Begg

Topics: Weekly Wallpaper

What would Jesus think about Mother’s Day? The brief glimpses provided in Scripture reveal that while Jesus was respectful, courteous, and concerned for His mother’s care, His priority was to do the work of His Father—and although she gave birth to Christ, even Mary was in need of salvation. In this “charcoal sketch,” Alistair Begg surveys the Bible passages that record Jesus’ interactions with His mother. These scenes remind us that, like Jesus, our duty to God must take precedence over everything else, including family loyalty.

Topics: From the Archives

What happens when we pray? Consider this encouragement from J.C. Ryle:

Topics: Monthly Resources