Feeling out of control is the worst. Or is it?Let me put it another way: How often do you feel the need to BE in control? In this episode of Live the Bible, we’re learning why that urge to control everything is a bad idea and how to let go and truly rest in God.In that sense, feeling out of control is the best. The key lies in a psalm that’s just three short, sweet verses.

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#117 - How to Rest in God Today

What fear are you carrying with you today?Maybe it’s fear of the unknown—or of the known. Maybe it’s fear about your children’s or grandchildren’s future or your health or your finances or your country. Whatever it is, we’re facing it head on in this episode of the Live the Bible.Don’t let fear keep breathing down your neck. God’s Word offers a surprising solution for peace of mind.

#116 - When You're Afraid, Try This

Someone—or something—in your life is trying to elbow their way in front of God.Meet your idol.I’m not talking about an idol like a person you admire, but an idol like the kind we read about in the Old Testament. I know, I know: Who struggles idolatry today? Well—I do. We all do.In this episode of Live the Bible, we’re talking about this serious problem we often don’t even realize we have—and even better, about the fix God’s Word offers us.

#115 - Fixing Your Uneasy Spiritual Life

Jesus is coming soon. But so what?If one thing is constant in this world, it’s that the news is bad. The simple fact is: the news is a business, and when tragedy strikes, business is good. But do today’s terrible headlines mean the end is near? And if so, so what?? In this episode of Live the Bible, we’re looking at the truth about the end-times. Don’t worry! Above the clamor of our world’s bad news, Scripture proclaims the very BEST news we could imagine.

#114 - Are the Headlines End-Times?

Your life is a marathon. And it’s tough. In today’s episode of Live the Bible, we get to gulp down some encouragement to keep going and growing in the hardest part of every marathon: the middle! What keeps you from giving up when you have so far to go?If you’re growing weary in the race, I’m here to cheer you on!

#113 - Encouragement to Keep Going and Keep Growing

What defines you?In this episode of Live the Bible, we’re getting honest about how we see ourselves. Even though we know we shouldn’t, we tend to judge ourselves (and others) by the externals—our looks and our clothes, our jobs and our money, our cars and our kids, our houses and spouses. But take all that away. What defines you?The Scriptures hold the key to understanding who you truly are.

#112 - The Best Way to See Yourself

Why does it take some people so long to change?Who came to your mind when you read that question? Maybe a parent or a child, a boss or a friend, a spouse or even a pastor. You’ve prayed SO long for this person to change. But no matter what you do, nothing changes. WHY? We’ve all been there, asking that question—even the Apostle Paul. In this episode of Live the Bible, we’re traveling with him to Philippi, where we’ll find the surprising answer.Are you ready for the surprise? (It’s a good one!)

#111 - Why it Takes Others So Long to Change

What does God say about the best way to use your time?From self-help books to leadership courses to employee reviews, time management is a big deal! And most of us want to know how to do it better. But does the Bible have anything to say about how to make the most of your time? This episode of Live the Bible may be one of the best uses of time for you this week. Whether you’re a time management pro or a habitual procrastinator, God’s secret for making the most of your time just might surprise you!

#110 - Making the Most of Your Time - and Why

What are you planting this summer?In this episode of Live the Bible, we’re looking at the principle that we reap what we sow. Nature proves this is true. Just ask any gardener! What you plant is what you get, every time. But what does this basic gardening principle have to do with connecting the Bible to your life? Galatians has the answer—and it’s a good one! Listen now and let’s get planting. 

#109 - What Are You Planting?

When was the last time life hit you like a ton of bricks?In today’s episode of Live the Bible, we’re getting honest about just how hard and fast life can hit us. Divorce, job loss, illness, death, disaster—everything can change in a moment. When it does, it’s easy to wonder if God’s really the good and merciful Lord He says He is. Have you been there? I sure have. This message has hope for you when you’re hurting.

#108 - Sharing the Comfort of Pain

Think of the most powerful messages you’ve heard. Were they long or short? In this episode of Live the Bible, we’re looking at a chapter of Scripture that proves we don’t have to say a lot for our words to be powerful. I’m talking about 1 Corinthians chapter 13. In just thirteen short, inspired verses, Paul gets down to the essence of what it means to love.  But is the kind of love Paul describes possible in a world of hurt? Again, the answer is short: YES. 

#107 - Finding Love in a World of Hurt

What’s a question only you can answer?In this episode of Live the Bible, we’re opening our God’s Word to a book that’s like a candy store to me: Romans. Paul’s letter to the church in Rome is so chock-full of good stuff—it’s tough to choose what to dig into first! But today, I’ve got four questions from Romans for you, four questions only YOU can answer. I can hardly wait for you to hear these questions!Are you ready?

#106 - Four Questions Only You Can Answer

What do you do when God directs you down a path that makes no sense?Honestly, I’ve lost count of the number of times the Lord has led me in a direction that, well, just seems so terribly inefficient! In this episode of Live the Bible, we’ll be in the book of Acts to look at times Peter and Paul must have felt the same way. So often, we know where we’re headed; we feel ready. But instead of taking us on a direct path, the Lord throws in a hard left turn. We all know the shortest distance between two points is a straight line, so why does God always seem to take us the long way?There’s an answer, and it’s a good one!

#105 - Why God Seems So Inefficient In Your Life

What’s your biggest challenge in life?In today’s episode of Live the Bible, we’re turning to the book of John to address one of my personal, biggest challenges: waiting. Little in this life is as hard as waiting—especially waiting on God. If only God would answer our prayers more quickly, if only He would say YES instead of NO when we’re desperate for Him to, if only He would speak up and show up when we want Him to, our lives would be so much easier. Right?It may feel that way, but the Scriptures show us what’s really true.

#104 - Why Your Waiting Will be Worth It

How do you view God?In this episode of Live the Bible, we’ll get honest about how we see God and our lives of faith. We tend to assume, “If I’m walking in God’s will, then life’s gonna look like THIS. This is how it should be!” We view our lives the same way we view social media or Christmas cards—the way we want it to be rather than the way it really is. But God is so much more than that, and He wants our lives of faith to be more than that too.The book of Luke can help us get there.

#103 - How to Better Understand God — and Yourself

The Bible offers God’s wisdom and genuine hope for our daily lives. On LIVE THE BIBLE, join Dr. Wayne Stiles and discover how to apply the Word of God to your life through the practical teaching and application of the Scriptures. The Bible, its lands, and its culture don't have to be confusing or irrelevant. Whether it's personal discouragement, relief from guilt, finding purpose in life or hope for eternity, you’ll hear words to help you truly live the Bible. www.waynestiles.com/podcast

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