Insight for Living
Pastor Chuck Swindoll
Join the millions who listen to the lively messages of Pastor Chuck Swindoll, a down-to-earth pastor who communicates God’s truth in understandable and practical terms, with a good dose of humor thrown in. Chuck’s messages help you apply the Bible to your own life.
Most Recent Episodes
When God Gets the Last Word, Part 1
So often, we misinterpret God’s patience as His absence. We want God to act on our timeline and according to our ways. But in Isaiah 55:8, God declares, “For My thoughts are not your thoughts, nor are your ways My ways” (NASB).Join Pastor Chuck Swindoll in this insightful, theological message on 2 Thessalonians 1:5–10. God will glorify the afflicted in eternity because of their belief. And He will judge those who rejected Him.Fix your eyes on the moment you will see Jesus face-to-face. Endure persecution and affliction with courage. Proclaim with joy, “How unsearchable are His judgments and unfathomable His ways!” (Romans 11:33 NASB).
April 10, 2026 ListenAffirming the Afflicted, Part 3
Despite heavy persecution and affliction, the Thessalonians persevered in faith. Paul affirmed them, knowing the importance of the right word spoken at the right time.In this introductory message on 2 Thessalonians 1:1–4, Pastor Chuck Swindoll presents the content and key themes of the letter. He also evaluates Paul’s specific affirmation for suffering Christians.Give thanks for the family of God. Faithfully pray for those who are hurting. Discover how to offer a timely word of affirmation!
April 9, 2026 ListenAffirming the Afflicted, Part 2
Despite heavy persecution and affliction, the Thessalonians persevered in faith. Paul affirmed them, knowing the importance of the right word spoken at the right time.In this introductory message on 2 Thessalonians 1:1–4, Pastor Chuck Swindoll presents the content and key themes of the letter. He also evaluates Paul’s specific affirmation for suffering Christians.Give thanks for the family of God. Faithfully pray for those who are hurting. Discover how to offer a timely word of affirmation!
April 8, 2026 ListenAffirming the Afflicted, Part 1
Despite heavy persecution and affliction, the Thessalonians persevered in faith. Paul affirmed them, knowing the importance of the right word spoken at the right time.In this introductory message on 2 Thessalonians 1:1–4, Pastor Chuck Swindoll presents the content and key themes of the letter. He also evaluates Paul’s specific affirmation for suffering Christians.Give thanks for the family of God. Faithfully pray for those who are hurting. Discover how to offer a timely word of affirmation!
April 7, 2026 ListenWhat a Way to Say Good-bye!, Part 2
In some of Paul’s final words in his first letter to the Thessalonians, he writes, “God will make this happen, for he who calls you is faithful” (1 Thessalonians 5:24).With Pastor Chuck Swindoll, examine Paul’s profound farewell to the Thessalonians.Reflect on the God of peace and grace. Remember the cross. Live out the great truths found in this small but impactful letter.
April 6, 2026 ListenWhat a Way to Say Good-bye!, Part 1
In some of Paul’s final words in his first letter to the Thessalonians, he writes, “God will make this happen, for he who calls you is faithful” (1 Thessalonians 5:24).With Pastor Chuck Swindoll, examine Paul’s profound farewell to the Thessalonians.Reflect on the God of peace and grace. Remember the cross. Live out the great truths found in this small but impactful letter.
April 3, 2026 ListenGerms That Make Us Contagious, Part 2
Do you have the courage to be contagious? No, we’re not talking about spreading an infectious disease! But rather joyful courage, no matter the circumstances you face.Join Pastor Chuck Swindoll as he presents what is continually appropriate and occasionally uncertain for believers (1 Thessalonians 5:16–22).Joy, prayer, and gratitude mark the life of a “contagious” Christian. Put them into practice today!
April 2, 2026 ListenGerms That Make Us Contagious, Part 1
Do you have the courage to be contagious? No, we’re not talking about spreading an infectious disease! But rather joyful courage, no matter the circumstances you face.Join Pastor Chuck Swindoll as he presents what is continually appropriate and occasionally uncertain for believers (1 Thessalonians 5:16–22).Joy, prayer, and gratitude mark the life of a “contagious” Christian. Put them into practice today!
April 1, 2026 ListenGifts to Give the Family, Part 2
Gift-giving brings great joy for both the giver and the receiver. In 1 Thessalonians 5:12–15, Paul presents a list of “gifts” Christians can give to others in the family of God.Tune in to hear Pastor Chuck Swindoll discuss what the church is all about. Learn how to respect your leaders, live in peace, encourage the fainthearted, and more.Rely on God’s strength and power to help you better love the family of God!
March 31, 2026 ListenGifts to Give the Family, Part 1
Gift-giving brings great joy for both the giver and the receiver. In 1 Thessalonians 5:12–15, Paul presents a list of “gifts” Christians can give to others in the family of God.Tune in to hear Pastor Chuck Swindoll discuss what the church is all about. Learn how to respect your leaders, live in peace, encourage the fainthearted, and more.Rely on God’s strength and power to help you better love the family of God!
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