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The book of Jonah is an extended demonstration of the providence of God: whether providing a gigantic fish or a small worm, He was at work directing everything to its appointed end. Today, too, God still provides everything out of a desire to see all people drawn into His grace. Alistair Begg teaches us that just as ... Continue Reading 

When the prodigal son’s father held a feast to celebrate his return, the elder brother burned with anger. Feeling unappreciated and overlooked, he believed that his faithful service deserved recognition. The older son’s attitude reflects that of the Pharisees, as well as many today who depend on their works to earn them God’s kindness ... Continue Reading 

In His mercy, God redeems all who come to Him for forgiveness. He offers us this great gift not because of anything we have done, but because of what Christ accomplished on the cross. Beginning a series of studies on the Gospel’s transforming work, Alistair Begg looks to Paul’s opening entreaty in Romans 12 to ... Continue Reading 

In His mercy, God redeems all who come to Him for forgiveness. He offers us this great gift not because of anything we have done, but because of what Christ accomplished on the cross. Beginning a series of studies on the Gospel’s transforming work, Alistair Begg looks to Paul’s opening entreaty in Romans 12 to ... Continue Reading 

When Jesus healed the demon-possessed and sick, He demonstrated His compassion, power, and divine nature. These displays of love and mercy were not only meant to show Christ’s attributes, but to illustrate the reality that Christ came to spiritually restore a defiled people to Himself. Alistair Begg explains that Jesus, the Great Physician, has promised to ... Continue Reading 

When Jesus healed the demon-possessed and sick, He demonstrated His compassion, power, and divine nature. These displays of love and mercy were not only meant to show Christ’s attributes, but to illustrate the reality that Christ came to spiritually restore a defiled people to Himself. Alistair Begg explains that Jesus, the Great Physician, has promised to ... Continue Reading 

In Luke 18, we learn about Bartimaeus, a blind beggar who sought Christ’s mercy in hope that his sight could be restored. Helpless to rectify his hopeless circumstances, Bartimaeus faced a version of our own spiritual dilemma. Alistair Begg reminds us that, like the beggar, we also need Christ’s divine power to open our spiritually ... Continue Reading 

The writer of Psalm 1 is clear: the righteous will prosper and the wicked will perish. Since only Jesus has been truly righteous, what does that mean for everyone else? Alistair Begg helps us understand this righteousness is a blessing found in Christ, not an achievement earned on our own. When the truth of this grace captivates ... Continue Reading 

The writer of Psalm 1 is clear: the righteous will prosper and the wicked will perish. Since only Jesus has been truly righteous, what does that mean for everyone else? Alistair Begg helps us understand this righteousness is a blessing found in Christ, not an achievement earned on our own. When the truth of this grace captivates ... Continue Reading 

Nicodemus was a good, religious man, but when he came to Jesus at night, his questions showed how little he really understood about the kingdom of God. In this message from John 3, Alistair Begg reminds us that because the real darkness in every life is the darkness of sin, everyone must be radically transformed in order ... Continue Reading 

In Luke 8, we meet a demon-possessed man who is reduced to living among tombs. Alienated from God and those around him, the man pictures the human condition apart from God. Alistair Begg explains that the dramatic encounter between Jesus and the man illustrates the reconciliation that has been provided for us in the person of Christ ... Continue Reading 

Zacchaeus was a short man with a bad reputation who had an irresistible desire to see Jesus as He passed through Jericho. Alistair Begg explains that although Zacchaeus went to great lengths to see Jesus, their encounter played out according to the Lord’s purposes. Just as a radical transformation took place in the life Zacchaeus, our ... Continue Reading 

When the friends of a paralyzed man brought him to Jesus, they believed that Jesus could meet his obvious physical need. As Alistair Begg explains in this message from Mark 2, however, Jesus had the bigger picture in view. Our greatest need is spiritual, not physical, and only Jesus can meet that need by forgiving our sin. Continue Reading 

In 2 Corinthians, Paul set forth requirements to foster the growth of the Church. Had his instruction ended there, we would despair, knowing we could never reach God’s standards in our own strength. In this message, Alistair Begg directs our attention to the resources we have been given for the achievement of God’s design for ... Continue Reading 

John 4 introduces us to a Samaritan woman with a questionable past. She was socially isolated and morally confused, but as Alistair Begg explains, she was in the place of God’s appointing for an encounter with the Savior. With gracious honesty, Jesus confronted her need and revealed Himself as Lord. Every person we encounter has the ... Continue Reading 

A woman came to Jesus with a gift unique in its thoughtfulness, costly in its bestowal, timely in its provision, challenging in its impact, and lasting in its memory. In this message, Alistair Begg introduces us to this woman, who understood that following Jesus was about complete abandonment and that giving up her future was a small ... Continue Reading