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Snapshots of the Servant of God, Part 2
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Today at 5:30 AM

Selections from Mark A packed schedule is not the same as a purposeful life. Nobody demonstrates the difference like Jesus, whom Mark portrays as fully engaged, constantly active, and never once rushed. He was a Servant on a mission. Pastor Chuck Swindoll surveys the entire book of Mark, spotlighting its key verse, Mark 10:45, and tracing four movements in the Servant’s life: introduced and tempted, ministering and training, resisted and rejected, and triumphant and exalted. Discover how following Jesus means trading a hurried life for a meaningful one. If He is the model, then servanthood is the method, people are th...


Snapshots of the Servant of God, Part 1
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Yesterday at 5:24 AM

Selections from Mark A packed schedule is not the same as a purposeful life. Nobody demonstrates the difference like Jesus, whom Mark portrays as fully engaged, constantly active, and never once rushed. He was a Servant on a mission. Pastor Chuck Swindoll surveys the entire book of Mark, spotlighting its key verse, Mark 10:45, and tracing four movements in the Servant’s life: introduced and tempted, ministering and training, resisted and rejected, and triumphant and exalted. Discover how following Jesus means trading a hurried life for a meaningful one. If He is the model, then servanthood is the method, people are th...


What Job Teaches Us about Our God, Part 3
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Last Tuesday at 5:30 AM

Selections from the Book of Job How could a compassionate, fair God allow an upright man like Job to suffer? Maybe we should let Job speak for himself! Dig deeply with Pastor Chuck Swindoll into seven lasting lessons the book of Job teaches us about our great God. Rediscover the character of God as you reflect on Job’s life.


What Job Teaches Us about Our God, Part 2
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Last Monday at 5:30 AM

Selections from the Book of Job How could a compassionate, fair God allow an upright man like Job to suffer? Maybe we should let Job speak for himself! Dig deeply with Pastor Chuck Swindoll into seven lasting lessons the book of Job teaches us about our great God. Rediscover the character of God as you reflect on Job’s life.


What Job Teaches Us about Our God, Part 1
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Last Friday at 5:30 AM

Selections from the Book of Job How could a compassionate, fair God allow an upright man like Job to suffer? Maybe we should let Job speak for himself! Dig deeply with Pastor Chuck Swindoll into seven lasting lessons the book of Job teaches us about our great God. Rediscover the character of God as you reflect on Job’s life.


What Job Teaches Us about Ourselves, Part 3
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10/01/2026

Selections from Job Most Christians long for maturity. But we forget the path to maturity often requires walking through suffering. While it might be slow, painful, and arduous, it is necessary and worth the trek. In a concluding survey of Job, Pastor Chuck Swindoll draws out seven lessons Job teaches us about ourselves. Which of these lessons addresses your situation? Meditate on the truth and apply it today!


What Job Teaches Us about Ourselves, Part 2
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09/30/2026

Selections from Job Most Christians long for maturity. But we forget the path to maturity often requires walking through suffering. While it might be slow, painful, and arduous, it is necessary and worth the trek. In a concluding survey of Job, Pastor Chuck Swindoll draws out seven lessons Job teaches us about ourselves. Which of these lessons addresses your situation? Meditate on the truth and apply it today!


What Job Teaches Us about Ourselves, Part 1
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09/29/2026

Selections from Job Most Christians long for maturity. But we forget the path to maturity often requires walking through suffering. While it might be slow, painful, and arduous, it is necessary and worth the trek. In a concluding survey of Job, Pastor Chuck Swindoll draws out seven lessons Job teaches us about ourselves. Which of these lessons addresses your situation? Meditate on the truth and apply it today!


And Job Lived Happily Ever After . . . Or Did He?, Part 3
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09/28/2026

Job 42:10–17 “Those who sow in tears shall harvest with joyful shouting” (Psalm 126:5 NASB). Morning dawns for Job after many long nights filled with tears. Pastor Chuck Swindoll expounds upon the blessings and the rewards God gifted Job (Job 42). In this message, you’ll also find wisdom for aging well. Experience the fulfillment and satisfaction of a man who proved faithful through suffering in this culminating message on the story of Job!


And Job Lived Happily Ever After . . . Or Did He?, Part 2
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09/25/2026

Job 42:10–17 “Those who sow in tears shall harvest with joyful shouting” (Psalm 126:5 NASB). Morning dawns for Job after many long nights filled with tears. Pastor Chuck Swindoll expounds upon the blessings and the rewards God gifted Job (Job 42). In this message, you’ll also find wisdom for aging well. Experience the fulfillment and satisfaction of a man who proved faithful through suffering in this culminating message on the story of Job!


And Job Lived Happily Ever After . . . Or Did He?, Part 1
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09/24/2026

Job 42:10–17 “Those who sow in tears shall harvest with joyful shouting” (Psalm 126:5 NASB). Morning dawns for Job after many long nights filled with tears. Pastor Chuck Swindoll expounds upon the blessings and the rewards God gifted Job (Job 42). In this message, you’ll also find wisdom for aging well. Experience the fulfillment and satisfaction of a man who proved faithful through suffering in this culminating message on the story of Job!


Finally . . . Justice Rolls Down, Part 2
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09/23/2026

Job 42:5–10 Job’s vindication and double blessing come in an unexpected way. In this message, Pastor Chuck Swindoll teaches on God’s wrath against Job’s friends and the surprising solution for their sin (Job 42). If you long for justice, know it is worth the wait. If you have done wrong, determine to ask for forgiveness. Waves of mercy await!


Finally . . . Justice Rolls Down, Part 1
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09/22/2026

Job 42:5–10 Job’s vindication and double blessing come in an unexpected way. In this message, Pastor Chuck Swindoll teaches on God’s wrath against Job’s friends and the surprising solution for their sin (Job 42). If you long for justice, know it is worth the wait. If you have done wrong, determine to ask for forgiveness. Waves of mercy await!


Full Repentance for All the Right Reasons, Part 2
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09/21/2026

Job 40:6–42:6 Job 42:6 serves as a climactic verse for the book of Job. After hearing God speak, Job says, “I retract, and I repent, sitting on dust and ashes” (NASB). His words are the beginning of a wonderful conclusion. Tune in to hear Pastor Chuck Swindoll teach on God’s authority and the conditions of a contrite heart. Release your demands and expectations of God. Let go of any bitterness and blame. Instead, acknowledge God’s unfolding purpose and glorious plan. His way is best!


Full Repentance for All the Right Reasons, Part 1
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09/18/2026

Job 40:6–42:6 Job 42:6 serves as a climactic verse for the book of Job. After hearing God speak, Job says, “I retract, and I repent, sitting on dust and ashes” (NASB). His words are the beginning of a wonderful conclusion. Tune in to hear Pastor Chuck Swindoll teach on God’s authority and the conditions of a contrite heart. Release your demands and expectations of God. Let go of any bitterness and blame. Instead, acknowledge God’s unfolding purpose and glorious plan. His way is best!


A Penetrating Reproof from the Almighty, Part 2
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09/17/2026

Job 38:1–40:5 Not only is God present in storms, but sometimes He even delivers His message through them. Follow along with Pastor Chuck Swindoll to hear how God finally answers Job in chapter 38. Instead of a still, small voice, He speaks from a whirlwind and reminds Job of His care for all He created. Respond to God’s providence and power with humility and repentance. Remember His ways are higher than yours!


A Penetrating Reproof from the Almighty, Part 1
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09/16/2026

Job 38:1–40:5 Not only is God present in storms, but sometimes He even delivers His message through them. Follow along with Pastor Chuck Swindoll to hear how God finally answers Job in chapter 38. Instead of a still, small voice, He speaks from a whirlwind and reminds Job of His care for all He created. Respond to God’s providence and power with humility and repentance. Remember His ways are higher than yours!


Another Long-Winded Monologue, Part 3
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09/15/2026

Selections from Job 32–37 Elihu’s speech covers six chapters in the book of Job—longer than twelve Old Testament books! Pastor Chuck Swindoll surveys Elihu’s message, what’s good and what’s bad, in Job 32–37. Consider the glorious character and workings of God. Stand in awe of God and let His greatness tower over life’s problems.


Another Long-Winded Monologue, Part 2
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09/14/2026

Selections from Job 32–37 Elihu’s speech covers six chapters in the book of Job—longer than twelve Old Testament books! Pastor Chuck Swindoll surveys Elihu’s message, what’s good and what’s bad, in Job 32–37. Consider the glorious character and workings of God. Stand in awe of God and let His greatness tower over life’s problems.


Another Long-Winded Monologue, Part 1
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09/11/2026

Selections from Job 32–37 Elihu’s speech covers six chapters in the book of Job—longer than twelve Old Testament books! Pastor Chuck Swindoll surveys Elihu’s message, what’s good and what’s bad, in Job 32–37. Consider the glorious character and workings of God. Stand in awe of God and let His greatness tower over life’s problems.


The Passionate Testimony of an Innocent Man, Part 2
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09/10/2026

Selections from Job 29–31 Like an accused criminal with no defense attorney, Job represents himself and presents his case before his friends. He even invites an answer from his sovereign Judge. Join Pastor Chuck Swindoll as he observes Job’s “day in court” (Job 29–31). Job teaches us lasting lessons in his suffering. Uncover how to reflect on past blessings, pursue humility in present trials, and reaffirm your commitment to integrity.


The Passionate Testimony of an Innocent Man, Part 1
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09/09/2026

Selections from Job 29–31 Like an accused criminal with no defense attorney, Job represents himself and presents his case before his friends. He even invites an answer from his sovereign Judge. Join Pastor Chuck Swindoll as he observes Job’s “day in court” (Job 29–31). Job teaches us lasting lessons in his suffering. Uncover how to reflect on past blessings, pursue humility in present trials, and reaffirm your commitment to integrity.


A Recommitment To Things That Matter, Part 2
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09/08/2026

Selections from Job 27–28 In this passage, Job declares truth about God. He is determined to think God’s thoughts, rather than rely on humanistic reasoning. Pastor Chuck Swindoll encourages you to pursue five priorities based on Job 27–28. Encounter a whole new way of looking at suffering. Value the wisdom that God forges in those experiencing adversity. Follow Job’s trail of courage and integrity!


A Recommitment To Things That Matter, Part 1
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09/07/2026

Selections from Job 27–28 In this passage, Job declares truth about God. He is determined to think God’s thoughts, rather than rely on humanistic reasoning. Pastor Chuck Swindoll encourages you to pursue five priorities based on Job 27–28. Encounter a whole new way of looking at suffering. Value the wisdom that God forges in those experiencing adversity. Follow Job’s trail of courage and integrity!


The Futility of Unscrewing the Inscrutable, Part 2
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09/04/2026

Job 25–26 The study of Job is essentially the study of God. In this message, Pastor Chuck Swindoll examines how Job instructs his friends on the character of God. Job magnifies the Creator and acknowledges the inscrutability of His ways. Freely admit the limitations in your knowledge of God, but adore Him fully as your trustworthy Shepherd.


The Futility of Unscrewing the Inscrutable, Part 1
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09/03/2026

Job 25–26 The study of Job is essentially the study of God. In this message, Pastor Chuck Swindoll examines how Job instructs his friends on the character of God. Job magnifies the Creator and acknowledges the inscrutability of His ways. Freely admit the limitations in your knowledge of God, but adore Him fully as your trustworthy Shepherd.


How to Handle Criticism with Class, Part 3
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09/02/2026

Selections from Job 22–24 The unfair criticism continues . . . so how does Job respond? With grace, even under immense pressure. Pastor Chuck Swindoll explores Job’s unwavering trust in God during a season of deep pain (Job 22–24). Even though Job couldn’t locate the presence of God, understand His plan, or justify God’s permissions, he wholeheartedly trusted in Him. Believe God is still in control!


How to Handle Criticism with Class, Part 2
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09/01/2026

Selections from Job 22–24 The unfair criticism continues . . . so how does Job respond? With grace, even under immense pressure. Pastor Chuck Swindoll explores Job’s unwavering trust in God during a season of deep pain (Job 22–24). Even though Job couldn’t locate the presence of God, understand His plan, or justify God’s permissions, he wholeheartedly trusted in Him. Believe God is still in control!


How to Handle Criticism with Class, Part 1
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08/31/2026

Selections from Job 22–24 The unfair criticism continues . . . so how does Job respond? With grace, even under immense pressure. Pastor Chuck Swindoll explores Job’s unwavering trust in God during a season of deep pain (Job 22–24). Even though Job couldn’t locate the presence of God, understand His plan, or justify God’s permissions, he wholeheartedly trusted in Him. Believe God is still in control!


Responding Wisely When Falsely Accused, Part 2
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08/28/2026

Selections from Job 20–21 How should believers wisely respond to false accusations? Tune in to hear Pastor Chuck Swindoll talk about Job’s shrewd response to Zophar’s painfully inaccurate accusations (Job 20–21). Compare and contrast the lives of the righteous and wicked. When responding to an accuser, stay calm, speak truth, and get tough. Let the Lord defend you!


Responding Wisely When Falsely Accused, Part 1
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08/27/2026

Selections from Job 20–21 How should believers wisely respond to false accusations? Tune in to hear Pastor Chuck Swindoll talk about Job’s shrewd response to Zophar’s painfully inaccurate accusations (Job 20–21). Compare and contrast the lives of the righteous and wicked. When responding to an accuser, stay calm, speak truth, and get tough. Let the Lord defend you!


Reassuring Hope for the Assaulted and Abused, Part 2
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08/26/2026

Selections from Job 18–19 In Job 18–19, Bildad seeks to infuse fear into Job by focusing on the terrors of death. Job courageously responds, “But as for me, I know that my Redeemer lives, and he will stand upon the earth at last” (Job 19:25). Pastor Chuck Swindoll presents lasting lessons on suffering, hope, and the assurance of salvation. Discover how to reprove another individual at the right time and in the right way. More importantly, encounter the Redeemer Job predicted many years prior to His actual arrival!


Reassuring Hope for the Assaulted and Abused, Part 1
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08/25/2026

Selections from Job 18–19 In Job 18–19, Bildad seeks to infuse fear into Job by focusing on the terrors of death. Job courageously responds, “But as for me, I know that my Redeemer lives, and he will stand upon the earth at last” (Job 19:25). Pastor Chuck Swindoll presents lasting lessons on suffering, hope, and the assurance of salvation. Discover how to reprove another individual at the right time and in the right way. More importantly, encounter the Redeemer Job predicted many years prior to His actual arrival!


Graceless Words for a Grieving Man, Part 2
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08/24/2026

Selections from Job 15–17 Job desperately needed grace-filled words from his family and friends. The absence of grace might have hurt Job the most. In this message, encounter the second round of condemning reminders from Eliphaz to Job (Job 15–17). Pastor Chuck Swindoll expounds on Job’s despondent spirit and the necessity of grace. God develops a unique faith in the seasons when fog clouds everything, and you cannot sense His presence. Lean into His sustaining, amazing grace, especially through the uncertainty.


Graceless Words for a Grieving Man, Part 1
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08/21/2026

Selections from Job 15–17 Job desperately needed grace-filled words from his family and friends. The absence of grace might have hurt Job the most. In this message, encounter the second round of condemning reminders from Eliphaz to Job (Job 15–17). Pastor Chuck Swindoll expounds on Job’s despondent spirit and the necessity of grace. God develops a unique faith in the seasons when fog clouds everything, and you cannot sense His presence. Lean into His sustaining, amazing grace, especially through the uncertainty.


When Rebuke and Resistance Collide, Part 2
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08/20/2026

Selections from Job 11–14 Job’s third friend, Zophar, assaults Job in his grief-stricken state with incorrect accusations. Zophar’s pride blinds him into believing Job knows nothing of God’s character. Listen to Pastor Chuck Swindoll talk about the traps of arrogance, legalism, and insensitivity (Job 11–14). Watch as Job refuses to fall under Zophar’s legalistic requirements. Examine Job’s pleas to God as he seeks to know Him more deeply. Understand that you are accountable to God for your life and faith—and not to human-based dictates. Trust Him!


When Rebuke and Resistance Collide, Part 1
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08/19/2026

Selections from Job 11–14 Job’s third friend, Zophar, assaults Job in his grief-stricken state with incorrect accusations. Zophar’s pride blinds him into believing Job knows nothing of God’s character. Listen to Pastor Chuck Swindoll talk about the traps of arrogance, legalism, and insensitivity (Job 11–14). Watch as Job refuses to fall under Zophar’s legalistic requirements. Examine Job’s pleas to God as he seeks to know Him more deeply. Understand that you are accountable to God for your life and faith—and not to human-based dictates. Trust Him!


Continuing the Verbal Fistfight, Part 2
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08/18/2026

Selections from Job 8–10 Instead of bringing sympathy and comfort, Job’s second friend advises him with dogmatic truth. Even if his theology was correct, his method of sharing caused harm. Pastor Chuck Swindoll examines the “counsel” from Bildad plus Job’s response in Job 8–10. Job longed for a mediator who could stand between him and God. Believers today have the perfect mediator in Jesus Christ—look to Him and point others toward the same!


Continuing the Verbal Fistfight, Part 1
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08/17/2026

Selections from Job 8–10 Instead of bringing sympathy and comfort, Job’s second friend advises him with dogmatic truth. Even if his theology was correct, his method of sharing caused harm. Pastor Chuck Swindoll examines the “counsel” from Bildad plus Job’s response in Job 8–10. Job longed for a mediator who could stand between him and God. Believers today have the perfect mediator in Jesus Christ—look to Him and point others toward the same!


Responding to Bad Counsel, Part 2
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08/14/2026

Job 4–7 In Job 4–7, we encounter Eliphaz: one of Job’s legalistic and judgmental friends. His penalizing words only amplify Job’s suffering. Join Pastor Chuck Swindoll as he examines the condemnation and rebuke of a friend with hasty assumptions. Sometimes we pridefully think we understand everything that happens. In reality, God’s ways are different from our own. Seek understanding and compassion instead!