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How do we know that Abraham and Rahab were counted righteous by only believing God? Their faith was validated by what they did and sacrificed. Whether we come from a background of prominence or disgrace, one thing is certain: true faith produces trusting and often costly obedience. Alistair Begg explains that once we have been justified by ... Continue Reading 

How do we know that Abraham and Rahab were counted righteous by only believing God? Their faith was validated by what they did and sacrificed. Whether we come from a background of prominence or disgrace, one thing is certain: true faith produces trusting and often costly obedience. Alistair Begg explains that once we have been justified by ... Continue Reading 

In Paul’s letter to the Roman church, he urges his readers to present themselves as “living sacrifices, holy and acceptable to God”- a living, lasting, and logical commitment in response to God’s mercy. Alistair Begg reminds us that Jesus held nothing back when He took our punishment on the cross so that we may be ... Continue Reading 

In Paul’s letter to the Roman church, he urges his readers to present themselves as “living sacrifices, holy and acceptable to God”- a living, lasting, and logical commitment in response to God’s mercy. Alistair Begg reminds us that Jesus held nothing back when He took our punishment on the cross so that we may be ... Continue Reading 

In Romans 12:2, Paul warns readers not to be conformed to the ways of this world, but rather, to be transformed by God and conformed to the image of Christ. Alistair Begg explains that a Christian’s way of thinking changes as a result of God’s revelation of Himself. Our perspective on the world should ... Continue Reading 

In Romans 12:2, Paul warns readers not to be conformed to the ways of this world, but rather, to be transformed by God and conformed to the image of Christ. Alistair Begg explains that a Christian’s way of thinking changes as a result of God’s revelation of Himself. Our perspective on the world should ... 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 

It can be tempting to think that our obedience to God merits His favor and earns us His intervention. Alistair Begg points out, however, that the life of Joseph proves otherwise. For all his humility and faith in God’s care, Joseph received the displeasure of Potiphar’s wife and found himself tossed into the king’s ... Continue Reading 

The breakfast beside the Sea of Galilee recorded in John 21 is a lovely picture of the care and concern of Jesus for His disciples. We aren’t told why Peter and the others decided to go fishing, but these seasoned fishermen came up empty. Jesus’ question, “Haven’t you caught any fish?” caused them to honestly ... 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 

Understanding that a commitment to Christ happens individually, Christians must heed the warning of Scripture not to live in isolation. An unreserved commitment to Christ carries with it a commitment to the Body of Christ. In this sermon Alistair Begg shares the necessity of such a commitment as well as three barriers to fulfilling our purpose within ... Continue Reading 

Daily commitment and devotion are essential to our step-by-step journey toward heaven. The Apostle Paul compares our daily lives to conditioning for a marathon. Such preparation entails strain and difficulty. When we are not prepared for sacrifice, we will never know the joy of the prize. In this message on 1 Corinthians 9, Alistair Begg instructs us ... Continue Reading 

Paul directed Timothy to avoid the lifestyle of the false teachers who saw ministry as a means to financial gain. Alistair Begg teaches us that leaders establish the pattern of spiritual maturity for the church by what they pursue and what they set their minds against. Godly living is not accomplished by human effort alone, but is ... Continue Reading 

Scripture lays out clear and understood objectives for the life of the believer. In 1 Timothy 6, Paul urged his protégé to flee from false teachers and the love of money and instead to pursue godly virtues. Alistair Begg examines two such virtues, righteousness and godliness, which are brought about by the transforming work of Christ in ... 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 

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 

Does it sound unusual to hear someone exclaim that they love the Bible? According to the pattern recorded in Psalm 119, this should be the response of every Christian to the Word of God. Alistair Begg explains that the Bible comes from God to His people, not only for our instruction, but to communicate His love to ... Continue Reading 

Does it sound unusual to hear someone exclaim that they love the Bible? According to the pattern recorded in Psalm 119, this should be the response of every Christian to the Word of God. Alistair Begg explains that the Bible comes from God to His people, not only for our instruction, but to communicate His love to ... Continue Reading 

Psalm 119 repeatedly exclaims a great love for God’s law. Alistair Begg explores the psalmist’s reason for this love and reminds us that meditating on God’s Word provides wisdom and prevents wandering—a successful strategy for godly living. As we walk in the light of God’s instruction, our lives declare—even to our ... Continue Reading 

Psalm 119 repeatedly exclaims a great love for God’s law. Alistair Begg explores the psalmist’s reason for this love and reminds us that meditating on God’s Word provides wisdom and prevents wandering—a successful strategy for godly living. As we walk in the light of God’s instruction, our lives declare—even to our ... Continue Reading 

God's Word is essential for the Christian Life from beginning to end. Alistair Begg teaches that the Word of God gives life to dead souls, provides wisdom appropriate to our weakness, and spurs us on to purity. In it, we discover warnings to be heeded and promises to be trusted as we look to Jesus, who ... Continue Reading 

God's Word is essential for the Christian Life from beginning to end. Alistair Begg teaches that the Word of God gives life to dead souls, provides wisdom appropriate to our weakness, and spurs us on to purity. In it, we discover warnings to be heeded and promises to be trusted as we look to Jesus, who ... Continue Reading 

What does genuine faith look like in the life of a believer? In this sermon Alistair Begg breaks down several aspects of saving faith. Like the royal official’s plea for help in John 4, we must come to Christ humbly acknowledging our own helplessness and asking Christ to save us. When we do this in a ... Continue Reading 

In the midst of rebuilding Jerusalem’s wall, wealthy members of God’s people exacted usury on their brothers and sisters. God’s people were supposed to be a holy nation, set apart for obedience to Him, but their actions were no different than their unbelieving neighbors. Nehemiah confronted this corruption with God’s divine standard. Alistair ... Continue Reading 

Have you ever made a commitment to God on a Sunday morning only to find yourself breaking that promise within days? Under the leadership of Nehemiah, the people of God made an oath with practical implications about how they were going to live in light of God’s Law, but soon found themselves in disobedience. Alistair Begg ... Continue Reading 

Partial obedience is still disobedience. Saul learned this lesson the hard way when he failed to execute God’s judgment against the Amalekites, sparing the king and the best of the sheep and cattle. Instead of a victorious celebration, he met with Samuel’s anger and the Lord’s regret. Our responses matter to God, teaches Alistair ... Continue Reading 

Partial obedience is still disobedience. Saul learned this lesson the hard way when he failed to execute God’s judgment against the Amalekites, sparing the king and the best of the sheep and cattle. Instead of a victorious celebration, he met with Samuel’s anger and the Lord’s regret. Our responses matter to God, teaches Alistair ... Continue Reading 

God’s command was clear: Israel was supposed to destroy the Amalekites. King Saul, blinded by his own sin, failed to complete this task; seeking to justify his actions, he replaced true obedience with religious formalism. This passage stands as a warning of sin’s deceitfulness—and also the steadfastness of God and His purposes. As Alistair ... Continue Reading 

God’s command was clear: Israel was supposed to destroy the Amalekites. King Saul, blinded by his own sin, failed to complete this task; seeking to justify his actions, he replaced true obedience with religious formalism. This passage stands as a warning of sin’s deceitfulness—and also the steadfastness of God and His purposes. As Alistair ... 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 

We all like to be our own master, and we don’t like it when we are overruled. In this sermon, Alistair Begg reminds us that God has the ultimate authority. As we look at the Bible and see how God has revealed Himself through general revelation, the incarnation of Christ, and the inspiration of Scripture, we ... Continue Reading 

Just when it seemed Philip’s preaching was becoming useful, God sent him to the desert. Philip obeyed—and as a result, he met an Ethiopian eunuch with pressing questions about Jesus. If we believe that God directs our steps, will we view every situation as an opportunity to share the Gospel? Challenging us to make the ... Continue Reading 

Just when it seemed Philip’s preaching was becoming useful, God sent him to the desert. Philip obeyed—and as a result, he met an Ethiopian eunuch with pressing questions about Jesus. If we believe that God directs our steps, will we view every situation as an opportunity to share the Gospel? Challenging us to make the ... Continue Reading 

No one knows exactly when Christ will return. Like the servants mentioned in this parable, we must stay on guard while continuing to do the work God has called to do. Alistair Begg reminds us that the day of Christ’s return will most certainly come, and that the same event, which causes anguish for unbelievers, will ... Continue Reading 

No one knows exactly when Christ will return. Like the servants mentioned in this parable, we must stay on guard while continuing to do the work God has called to do. Alistair Begg reminds us that the day of Christ’s return will most certainly come, and that the same event, which causes anguish for unbelievers, will ... 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 

Baptism, part of the Great Commission, is one of the two sacraments ordained by Christ. As we confess our need for forgiveness, we recognize that God has already provided everything our souls require through the sacrificial gift of His Son. In a careful consideration of why baptism is necessary and what it means, Alistair Begg explores this ... Continue Reading 

Baptism, part of the Great Commission, is one of the two sacraments ordained by Christ. As we confess our need for forgiveness, we recognize that God has already provided everything our souls require through the sacrificial gift of His Son. In a careful consideration of why baptism is necessary and what it means, Alistair Begg explores this ... Continue Reading