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Living on the Edge with Chip Ingram Weekend Podcast
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Discovering the Bible's answers is the focus of Living on the Edge, the broadcast ministry of Chip Ingram. Each week, Chip will take you to God's Word for biblical guidance on topics like being a follower of Jesus, strengthening your marriage, understanding love and sex, raising moral children, and overcoming painful emotions. Chip also shares honestly from his own experiences. Visit us online at https://LivingontheEdge.org.
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Serving - How to Deepen Your Love, Part 2
Feb 1400:25:00Tap to summarizeHow do you feel when you’ve tried everything you know, and your attempts to show love to your spouse just don’t seem to be making any difference at all? Or maybe you’re on the flip-side and you’re waiting for the day when your spouse finally does something that makes you feel like they really care. In this program, Chip talks about how to love in a way that actually connects.How do you keep love alive?Ephesians 5:25-33Very rarely, do we take how Jesus loves the Church and use that as our model for how we are to love one another in marriage.Your marriage is not just about your PERSONAL fulfillment. -John 13:1-17, 33-35Other than the Church of Jesus Christ, your relationship with your mate is the single most powerful testimony of the reality of God.Principles:Love is not a FEELING.Love is SERVING. -Philippians 2:3-4Love must be RECEIVED.Love is UNCONDITIONAL.Practical Implications:Love is a CHOICE.Love MEETS the NEEDS of the one loved.Love requires extreme HUMILITY and SECURITY.Learn the five languages of loveWords of affirmationQuality timeReceiving giftsActs of servicePhysical touchTwo clues as to what your love language is:What bothers you the most?What do you ask for the most?Broadcast ResourceDownload MP3Message NotesAdditional Resource MentionsI Choose Love BookConnect888-333-6003WebsiteChip Ingram AppInstagramFacebookTwitterPartner With UsDonate Online888-333-6003
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Love Serves, Part 2
Feb 700:25:00Tap to summarizeIn our pursuit of greatness in God's eyes, we tend to imagine following Jesus into ever-increasing, upward levels of maturity. In this program, Chip poses the fascinating premise that we actually follow Jesus, descending into greatness.The quest for greatness = UNIVERSAL!How do we measure greatness?Power = Who and what we controlPossessions = What and how much we ownPosition = Our rank in the pecking orderPrestige = Who and how many “look up” to usProductivity = What and how much we accomplishHow do we obtain greatness?Two pathways to greatness:ASCENDINGDESCENDINGTrue greatness defined = Philippians 2:3-4How do you experience true greatness?One word = HUMILITYHumility is the channel through which the supernatural power of God’s love flows to heal our deepest hurts and restore our most important relationships.Following Jesus into greatness - How to be authentically humble:Humility flows from a specific “mindset”. -Philippians 2:5We achieve true greatness when we embrace Christ’s “mindset” toward power and possessions. -Philippians 2:6We become truly great when we embrace Christ’s “mindset” toward position and prestige. -Philippians 2:7We become truly great when we embrace Christ’s “mindset” toward productivity. -Philippians 2:8We experience the REWARD of true greatness when we follow Christ’s example of servanthood. -Philippians 2:9-11Conclusion: God wants you to be great!The acid test of greatness = LOVEThe road to greatness = HUMILITYThe opportunity for greatness = SERVINGBroadcast ResourceDownload MP3Message NotesAdditional Resource MentionsI Choose Love BookConnect888-333-6003WebsiteChip Ingram AppInstagramFacebookTwitterPartner With UsDonate Online888-333-6003
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How To Overcome Boredom and the Blues, Part 2
Jan 3100:25:00Tap to summarizeHow do you overcome the blues? Is there a way to take those dreary, depressing feelings and drive them from your mind and heart? Find out by joining Chip, as he teaches: “How to Overcome Boredom and the Blues.”Introduction: “I was looking for life in all the wrong places.”What is boredom?Why are we bored?Why do “the blues” and boredom go hand-in-hand?Could “boredom” be a gift in disguise?God’s answer to boredom = Authentic worshipWhat is Authentic Worship?Definition – Worship is our response to God for who He is and what He has done.Romans 12:1Summary – Worship is the complete and total giving of ourselves for that which we believe has ULTIMATE PURPOSE and will provide the GREATEST REWARD.3 Principles for authentic worship:Authentic worship can happen ANYWHERE. -John 4:21-22Authentic worship flows from the HEART. -John 4:23Authentic worship is rooted in an ACCURATE view of God and of ourselves. -John 4: 24How can you experience greater intimacy in worship?Private worship = A.C.T.S.Public worship = The 3 “P’s”Conclusion: Worship is not a service you come to or an activity you practice; worship is a life-focus, an expression of your deepest longings, passions, and devotion to whom or what you love the most.Broadcast ResourceDownload MP3Message NotesAdditional Resource MentionsI Choose Love BookDaily Discipleship - Psalms of HopeConnect888-333-6003WebsiteChip Ingram AppInstagramFacebookTwitterPartner With UsDonate Online888-333-6003
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How To Overcome Personal Stagnation, Part 2
Jan 2400:25:00Tap to summarizeNewlyweds, a promotion, a new house, a baby - new things, new experiences are great aren’t they? But eventually the shine comes off and life falls into the same routine. Would you like to know how to keep the joy and the wonder in your work and relationships? Then join Chip as he shares how you can overcome personal stagnation.All living things are either growing or dying.Growth is exciting!Growth comes from God!Growth is not automatic!Growth is difficult!Growth can be stymied, thwarted, stagnated, and retarded!7 Keys to Personal Growth:People Who Grow . . .Live daily with the END IN VIEW. -Matt 5:48; Eph 4:13; Rom 8:29Make a PERSONAL COMMITMENT to grow. - Luke 9:23-25; 1 Tim 4:7-8Value PROCESS more than event. -Heb 5:11-14Cultivate stimulating RELATIONSHIPS. -Heb 10:24-25; Pro 13:20Choose to become progressive RISK-TAKERS. -Heb 11:6; Luke 6:38Leverage life’s HARDSHIP. -James 1:2-4Make time for SOLITUDE and SILENCE. -Mark 1:35Developing a Plan for Your Personal Growth:Make a commitment to grow TODAY!PRIORITIZE the area of your growth!Take one specific step this WEEK!Broadcast ResourceDownload MP3Message NotesAdditional Resource MentionsI Choose Love BookDaily Discipleship - Psalms of HopeConnect888-333-6003WebsiteChip Ingram AppInstagramFacebookTwitterPartner With UsDonate Online888-333-6003
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What's Next? Making Breakthrough Your New Normal, Part 2
Jan 1700:25:00Tap to summarizeFor the eyes of the Lord move to and fro throughout the whole earth that He may strongly support those whose heart is completely His. The Lord wants to strongly support you and you want to have a heart that is completely His. The question is: how do you know if your heart is fully devoted to God? Curious? In this message, Chip gives us the answer.Introduction: For whatever was written in earlier times was written for our instruction, so that through perseverance and the encouragement of the Scriptures we might have hope. -Romans 15:4David – An unlikely choice -1 Samuel 16David – Does the impossible -1 Samuel 17David – His life after breakthrough -1 Samuel 18-2 SamuelDavid – His legacy of breakthrough -1 Chronicles 29:10-13; Acts 13:22How did David habitually unleash God’s power into impossible situations?He is a BOLD risk-taker -Psalm 27:1-3He is a PASSIONATE worshiper -Psalm 27:4-6He is a WOUNDED healer -Psalm 27:7-10He is a FIERCE warrior - Psalm 27:11-12He is a FAITHFUL servant -Psalm 27:13-14David understood the “Joseph Journey”Broadcast ResourceDownload MP3Message NotesAdditional Resource MentionsI Choose Love BookDaily Discipleship - Psalms of HopeConnect888-333-6003WebsiteChip Ingram AppInstagramFacebookTwitterPartner With UsDonate Online888-333-6003
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Making Room for Breakthrough, Part 2
Jan 1000:25:00Tap to summarizeGod wants to do something great in your life. He wants to bless you; He wants to prosper you. But if that is going to occur, He needs something from you. Chip shows us what it is that unleashes God’s supernatural power in our lives.The pathway to breakthrough involves:The SOVEREIGN work of God in the world. -Job 42:2The SOVEREIGN work of God in His people.The SOVEREIGN work of God through His people.Your personal pathway to breakthroughAction step: Repent and believe in the “Good News”. -Mark 1:15Action step: Make room in your life to receive God’s breakthrough! -James 4:7-10Question: How do we repent and “make room” for God’s supernatural power and blessing?Answer:SUBMIT therefore to God. -James 4:7aRESIST and the devil will FLEE. -James 4:7bDRAW NEAR to God and He will DRAW NEAR to you. -James 4:8aWASH your hands and PURIFY your heart. -James 4:8bGRIEVE MOURN WAIL change…. -James 4:9HUMBLE yourself, and He will EXALT you. -James 4:10Assignment:Soak in God’s goodness: Prayerfully read through Psalm 23 each day this week.Make room for a breakthroughBroadcast ResourceDownload MP3Message NotesAdditional Resource MentionsI Choose Love BookDaily Discipleship - Psalms of HopeConnect888-333-6003WebsiteChip Ingram AppInstagramFacebookTwitterPartner With UsDonate Online888-333-6003
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Balancing Life's Demands - The Peace and Power of a Prioritized Life, Part 1
Aug 9, 202500:25:00Tap to summarizeWould you like to make this the best year of your life, no matter what happens with the economy, on your job, or even your health? It is possible! Chip explores how to balance the demands of life and prioritize the activities and relationships that matter most to you.Six symptoms of misplaced priorities:BUSYNESS - The Activity Trap.UNDUE stress and pressure.Low grade NAGGING GUILT.FINANCIAL debt.PRAYER-LESSNESS - "Leakage” in your devotional life.ESCAPISM behavior.Two words hold the keys to enjoying the peace and power of a prioritized life: Your TIME - Psalm 90:10-12; Ephesians 5:15-17Your MONEY - Proverbs 3:9-10Application: Four CommitmentsGIVE the first portion of each paycheck to God.PAY your bills next.LIVE on the rest.GET OUT of debt.Broadcast Resource'Balancing Life's Demands' ResourcesMessage NotesAdditional Resource MentionsSmall Group ResourcesConnect888-333-6003WebsiteChip Ingram AppInstagramFacebookTwitterPartner With UsDonate Online888-333-6003
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Why You Need a Small Group
Aug 2, 202500:25:00Tap to summarizePastor and theologian Dietrich Bonhoeffer once wrote, “The Christian needs another Christian… for by himself he cannot help himself.” In this special program, Chip explains why godly, authentic community is the antidote for many Christians who feel lonely and disconnected from the Body of Christ. Hear why simply being a ‘consumer’ of a church is not enough and how forging meaningful bonds with fellow believers can transform your faith.Stories Over Data: Chip emphasizes that stories resonate more deeply than facts, capturing hearts and imaginations.Beyond Surface-Level Connection: Chip shares his personal journey of realizing the need for deeper relationships beyond a "perfect" church experience, highlighting the emptiness of being "relationally high and dry."The Power of Participation: True spiritual growth and discovering one's purpose come from active engagement and genuine connection within a community, not just passive consumption.Fulfilling Core Needs: Chip argues that fundamental human longings for connection and purpose can only be met through authentic relationships, combating widespread loneliness and depression.Small Groups are Key: Intimate small groups provide the essential environment for true relationships to flourish, allowing individuals to be known, supported, and transformed.Call to Action: Chip urges listeners to join or start a small group, emphasizing that significant life change happens in the context of supportive community.Personal Impact: Chip shares how his own monthly small group provides vital sustenance and ongoing personal growth.Broadcast ResourceDownload Free MP3Additional Resource MentionsSmall Group ResourcesConnect888-333-6003WebsiteChip Ingram AppInstagramFacebookTwitterPartner With UsDonate Online888-333-6003
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Get Out Of Your Head - Taking Every Thought Captive
Jul 26, 202500:25:00Tap to summarizeThe Apostle Paul commands us to take every thought captive. But what does that look like in our fast-paced society where we're constantly bombarded by everything? In this program, Chip turns the mic over to guest teacher Jennie Allen for her series “Get Out of Your Head.” Don’t miss how we can guard our minds against toxic thoughts that threaten to destroy us.Introduction: There’s an enemy that wants to kill, steal, and destroy our generation through our minds.2 Corinthians 10:3-6v.3: For though we walk in the flesh, we are not waging war according to the flesh.There is a spiritual war that is waging against us and it’s not of the flesh.v.4: For the weapons of our warfare are not of the flesh but have divine power to destroy strongholds.Repetitive negative thoughts build strongholds.v.5: We destroy arguments and every lofty opinion raised against the knowledge of God, and take every thought captive to obey Christ,God gives us the power to destroy strongholds. --- Romans 12:2v.6: being ready to punish every disobedience, when your obedience is complete.The sum of our lives will be rooted in what we think about. --- Proverbs 23:7aBroadcast ResourceDownload Free MP3Message NotesGet Out Of Your Head BookAdditional MentionsJennie Allen's Free Book Club KitConnect888-333-6003WebsiteChip Ingram AppInstagramFacebookTwitterPartner With UsDonate Online888-333-6003.About Jennie Allen: Jennie Allen is the founder and visionary behind IF: Gathering and she is the author of several books and study guides, including Restless, Anything, and Nothing to Prove. She is a passionate leader following God’s call on her life to catalyze a generation of women to live what they believe. Jennie has a master’s in Biblical studies from Dallas Theological Seminary and lives in Austin, Texas, with her husband, Zac and their four children.
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I Choose Peace - In Difficult Circumstances, Part 1
Jul 19, 202500:25:00Tap to summarizeAs we travel, we understand the horizon is always moving. The same is true in our desperate search for peace. In this program, Chip tells us peace is not a thing to be achieved, but a secret to be discovered.Introduction: What would it take for you to be content? Content: Happy enough with what one has or is; not desiring something more or different; satisfied. -Webster’s DictionaryThe Problem: The horizon is always moving.Two Historical Solutions:Conquer, achieve, and acquire until satisfied.Desire less and less until it doesn’t matter.The Question: How can we be satisfied…today?The Answer: Philippians 4:10-13The Occasion: A “Thank You” Note -Philippians 4:10-13The Conclusion: Contentment is not a thing to be achieved, but a secret to be discovered.How?Four Principles – Four Practices:Principle #1 - Our contentment is not dependent on our circumstances. Practice = BE THANKFUL/GRATEFUL -Philippians 4:10Principle #2 - Contentment is an attitude we learn not a thing we achieve.Practice = BE TEACHABLE -Philippians 4:11Principle #3 - Prosperity does not have the power to give us contentment; nor poverty the power to take it away.Practice = BE FLEXIBLE / CHANGEABLE -Philippians 4:12Principle #4 - Only Christ has the power to give us a contentment that transcends all life’s variables.Practice = BE CONTENT / TRUSTING -Philippians 4:13Conclusion: Contentment is not passive acceptance of the status quo, but the positive assurance that God has supplied one’s needs, and the consequent release from unnecessary desires.Broadcast ResourceDownload Free MP3Message NotesAdditional Resource Mentions"I Choose Peace" BookConnect888-333-6003WebsiteChip Ingram AppInstagramFacebookTwitterPartner With UsDonate Online888-333-6003
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