Hymn Reflection from Alistair: ‘Thou Hidden Source of Calm Repose’

Alistair ponders the “hidden source of calm repose” in a soothing lyric by Charles Wesley. Check out the complete hymn if the chaos of our days has you looking for a few minutes of quiet reassurance.

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Today’s Hymn Reflection from Alistair: “I Am His, and He Is Mine”

Alistair returns to his hymnbook to share a beautiful lyric you may not have heard before, written by Anglican clergyman George Robinson.

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Why Do the Nations Rage?

It can be hard to make sense of all the conflict taking place in the streets of our cities. Alistair offers this comforting paraphrase of Psalm 2.

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To Wear, or Not to Wear a Face Mask?

Some of us wear face masks. Some of us don't. Alistair shares helpful advice for navigating differences of opinion.

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Believers Need to Be Together

As congregations went virtual during quarantine, some worshippers may have preferred the convenience of online worship. With churches beginning to reopen, can we remain at a distance? Alistair Begg helps us think biblically about the answer.

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How Do We Respond in Times of Division?

A cry for justice has risen up from the streets of our nation after the death of George Floyd in Minnesota. What are we to do? Alistair Begg discusses how barriers can be broken down and reminds us that we have a great message to share with those searching for answers and hope.

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How Sweet the Name of Jesus Sounds

Hymns have a unique way of lifting our spirits. Alistair Begg shares words from a hymn beloved by his mentor. You’ll find your soul nourished and encouraged by reflecting on these beautiful and theologically rich lyrics.

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A Moment of Great Opportunity

In 1 Corinthians 15, the Apostle Paul told the Corinthians that the message he received from the Lord Jesus was the very message he faithfully passed on to them. These are moments of great opportunity to share our faith. Alistair Begg reminds us that we too must pass on what we have received.

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A Crisis of Confidence?

Alistair Begg reflects on the challenge we all face in moments of national crisis. Sharing words from John Stott, Alistair reminds us that while goodwill to all is an appropriate response to trauma, we must make sure that our confidence is rightly placed in Christ and our message remains unchanged.

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God's Will for This Time

We find ourselves in challenging days. Thankfully, we can turn to the Bible to discover what God requires of us in this and every other season. Alistair Begg takes us to 1 Thessalonians to discover three directives for the present time.

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