They have the power to build someone up or tear someone down. Words can either be used as weapons or medicine. Words harm. Or words heal. On Truth For Life, Alistair Begg looks to the book of Proverbs for wisdom on words. More
Wise Words
"My son, if you accept my words and store up my commands within you, turning your ear to wisdom and applying your heart to understanding, and if you call out for insight and cry aloud for understanding, and if you look for it as for silver and search for it as for hidden treasure, then you will understand the fear of the LORD and find the knowledge of God." Proverbs 2:1-5 Derek Kidner, in his wonderful little commentary, says the book of Proverbs "performs the function of putting godliness into working clothes." In other words it’s not a very "churchy" kind of book. It addresses the issues of our lives. It is intensely practical, distinctly uncomfortable and immensely profitable. In "Wise Words-– Finding Proverbs’ Hidden Treasures, " Alistair Begg looks at a number of the truths addressed by these Proverbial statements: laziness, friendship, jealousy, the use and abuse of words and language, the place of sex, the privileges of learning and the responsibilities and challenges of raising children. The text challenges us to examine whether our own behavior is marked by folly or wisdom. Are we pursuing a God-ordained, God-centered wisdom or are we plagued by the moral, spiritual folly of the proverbial fool? This series of self-contained, topical studies will serve to remind us that the fear of the Lord is indeed the beginning of wisdom.Recent Broadcasts
A Call to the Potential Drifter
During the college years, students are exposed to quite a few distracting opportunities. How can young men and women stay focused on their personal and spiritual goals? Hear a message delivered to an audience of college students titled A Call to the Potential Drifter on Truth For Life with Alistair Begg! More
Energetic in Goodness (Part 2 of 2)
As Christians, we’re not supposed to blend in with the crowd. The book of Titus teaches that our faith should be noticeable to those we meet. On Truth For Life, Alistair Begg challenges us to stand out so Christ can be on display. More
Energetic in Goodness (Part 1 of 2)
Because of the cross, Christians are declared “righteous.” As a result, we’re called to lead holy lives. On Truth For Life, Alistair Begg begins a new series called For Goodness Sake, explaining how God’s redemptive power compels us to be radically different from our culture. More
Take Five (Part 2 of 2)
Many have called this era the “me first” generation. So, in a culture that’s all about self-promotion and gaining advantage over others, how do we live to glorify God? On Truth For Life with Alistair Begg, hear five pieces of biblical wisdom for maintaining a proper perspective. More