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It’s vital for us to live in relationship with one another. So what can account for ongoing division and inequality? Before we were united with Christ, we were helpless and hopeless, alienated from God and living in hostility toward others. As Alistair Begg explains, while efforts like legislation and education are worthwhile, they can’t change ... Continue Reading 

It’s vital for us to live in relationship with one another. So what can account for ongoing division and inequality? Before we were united with Christ, we were helpless and hopeless, alienated from God and living in hostility toward others. As Alistair Begg explains, while efforts like legislation and education are worthwhile, they can’t change ... Continue Reading 

After correcting the Corinthian Christians and reflecting on the Gospel, Paul left them with a final exhortation grounded in Christ’s resurrection. Alistair Begg reminds us that since our victory is certain, we must stay strong and steady, resting in the Gospel to keep from wandering or collapsing. Being involved in the work of the Lord, we ... Continue Reading 

After correcting the Corinthian Christians and reflecting on the Gospel, Paul left them with a final exhortation grounded in Christ’s resurrection. Alistair Begg reminds us that since our victory is certain, we must stay strong and steady, resting in the Gospel to keep from wandering or collapsing. Being involved in the work of the Lord, we ... Continue Reading 

With Jesus’ victory in mind, Paul offered the Corinthian Christians both exhortation and encouragement. As believers, he wrote, we must be steadfast, holding on to the Gospel, and immovable, ready to face the challenges before us. Our lives must always abound in the Lord’s service, knowing our labor for Him is not in vain. Alistair Begg ... Continue Reading 

The words “amen” and “hallelujah” are spoken and understood across many languages. What do they mean in the life of a Christian, though? Alistair Begg teaches us that the “amen” of Scripture is not just a verbal assent to the truth of God’s Word. Instead, it should be expressed in the actions of a transformed life ... Continue Reading 

Gathering at the Lord’s Table requires a sharp mental focus whereby we recollect, participate, proclaim, and examine ourselves. Alistair Begg remarks that without these four actions, we will not benefit—yet, despite our sin, we are assured of His eternal love for us when we take, eat, and drink. In this way, communion becomes something much ... 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 

Receiving Christ is not the end of the Christian life; in fact, it’s just the beginning! In this message, Alistair Begg unpacks a series of biblical principles for progress laid out by Paul. As the apostle taught, all growth in the Christian life must be consistent with its origin in grace through faith in Jesus: we ... Continue Reading 

Hebrews 13 teaches that we are to live thankfully in a manner that pleases God—but we can’t do so alone. Our lifestyles are shaped not by our own knowledge, but through the transforming power of experience and example. If we wish to please God, Alistair Begg teaches, we must from the family of God itself ... Continue Reading 

Hebrews 13 teaches that we are to live thankfully in a manner that pleases God—but we can’t do so alone. Our lifestyles are shaped not by our own knowledge, but through the transforming power of experience and example. If we wish to please God, Alistair Begg teaches, we must from the family of God itself ... Continue Reading 

The Sermon on the Mount is one of the most challenging passages in the Bible. Understood correctly, it will make even the most well-meaning, gracious person despair of their ability to fulfill God’s commands. In this message, Alistair Begg points to the heart transformation that must precede the radical difference from the world that Jesus preached ... Continue Reading 

If we want to follow Christ faithfully, we must be prepared to face animosity and persecution. Such hatred, Alistair Begg explains, shouldn’t be provoked by obnoxious behavior on our part, which rightfully causes people to recoil. Instead, it arises in response to our allegiance to Christ. The Beatitudes assure us that while some will see believers ... Continue Reading 

Augustine described the sacraments as “the visible words of God,” since only in the light of Scripture can we see how they point to Christ’s work. Alistair Begg reminds us that Jesus’ baptism, in particular, foreshadowed His death and resurrection. He later instructed His disciples to be baptized and to baptize other believers. Today, we continue ... Continue Reading 

The book of Hebrews cautions us not to be carried away by strange teachings. As Christians living in a distracted and confused world, we are called to heed this warning and earnestly seek the Lord. Christ has died once for all, Alistair Begg explains, and remains the same yesterday, today, and forever. Because of His role as ... Continue Reading 

Psalm 90:12 offers simple and vital instruction for the New Year: “Teach us to number our days, that we may gain a heart of wisdom.” As Alistair Begg clarifies, this verse doesn’t promise to help us accurately forecast the length of our lives. Instead, it tasks us with seeing our actions in the scope of ... Continue Reading 

While life’s humbling events remind us of the gravity of our sin, its encouraging ones reveal the immensity of God’s grace. We see examples of both as Alistair Begg traces Jacob’s journey from Canaan to Egypt to reunite with his long-lost son, Joseph. Although he was eager to see his child, Jacob first sought ... Continue Reading 

Today, the notion of duty is often disparaged. The privilege of knowing Jesus, however, brings with it demands of duty, which we fulfill as we pursue God’s pleasure. Looking at Hebrews 13, Alistair Begg discusses the distinct duties believers take on: our spiritual duty with regard to God, our moral duty with regard to man, and ... Continue Reading 

Today, the notion of duty is often disparaged. The privilege of knowing Jesus, however, brings with it demands of duty, which we fulfill as we pursue God’s pleasure. Looking at Hebrews 13, Alistair Begg discusses the distinct duties believers take on: our spiritual duty with regard to God, our moral duty with regard to man, and ... Continue Reading 

In Ephesians 6, the Apostle Paul provides instruction on how children should be raised, but it’s not a short-term fix: Biblical parenting requires a pattern of discipline and instruction, carried out in the Lord and shaped by His loving discipline. Alistair Begg helps us understand Scripture’s imperatives to nurture tenderly, discipline biblically, and instruct purposefully ... Continue Reading 

In Ephesians 6, the Apostle Paul provides instruction on how children should be raised, but it’s not a short-term fix: Biblical parenting requires a pattern of discipline and instruction, carried out in the Lord and shaped by His loving discipline. Alistair Begg helps us understand Scripture’s imperatives to nurture tenderly, discipline biblically, and instruct purposefully ... Continue Reading 

Men and women are equal in dignity as image-bearers and co-heirs with Christ, but different in function. Alistair Begg considers the place of submission in marriage, noting that God has given wives a clear command to submit to their husbands. Like every area of life, the marriage relationship is tainted by the consequences of sin, but Christ ... Continue Reading 

Men and women are equal in dignity as image-bearers and co-heirs with Christ, but different in function. Alistair Begg considers the place of submission in marriage, noting that God has given wives a clear command to submit to their husbands. Like every area of life, the marriage relationship is tainted by the consequences of sin, but Christ ... Continue Reading