The Alternative
Dr. Tony Evans
The Urban Alternative is the national ministry of Dr. Tony Evans and is dedicated to restoring hope and transforming lives through the proclamation and application of the Word of God.
Most Recent Episodes
The Preservation of Backsliders
We pay attention when people walk through the front doors of the church, but what about the ones who quietly walk out the back? Dr. Tony Evans reminds us that our responsibility doesn’t end when someone drifts away and explains how believers can help restore those who have wandered from the faith.
September 18, 2026 ListenThe Power of Prayer
Patience is easier when you know the finish line is just ahead. But when the struggle seems to have no end, waiting on God can be hard. Dr. Tony Evans explains how to remain faithful when the waiting stretches on and life continues to test our patience.
September 17, 2026 ListenThe Practice of Patience
Patience is easier when you know the finish line is just ahead. But when the struggle seems to have no end, waiting on God can be hard. Dr. Tony Evans explains how to remain faithful when the waiting stretches on and life continues to test our patience.
September 16, 2026 ListenThe Powerlessness of Riches
Money can buy a lot of things, but whatever happiness it brings doesn’t last. Dr. Tony Evans points us toward a deeper kind of fulfillment and explains why putting our confidence in earthly riches can never provide the lasting security that comes from investing our lives in God’s Kingdom.
September 15, 2026 ListenThe Planning of Life
The old saying goes, “He who fails to plan, plans to fail.” But even good plans can lead to disappointment if they leave God out. Dr. Tony Evans explains how to make plans with the right perspective and why our future ultimately belongs in God’s hands.
September 14, 2026 ListenThe Pursuit of God
We spend a lot of time pursuing the things we think will make us happy, but pursuit alone doesn’t guarantee fulfillment. Dr. Tony Evans explains how drawing closer to God changes our priorities and helps us discover the joy and satisfaction that come from seeking Him first.
September 11, 2026 ListenThe Predicament of Worldliness
You can’t have an intimate relationship with God while giving your heart to the world. Dr. Tony Evans explores the danger of divided loyalties and explains how worldly desires can interfere with our spiritual lives and keep our relationship with God from being where it belongs.
September 10, 2026 ListenThe Perspective of Wisdom
Wisdom is more than knowledge. It’s understanding how to apply what you know to real-life situations. Dr. Tony Evans explores the difference between earthly and godly wisdom and explains how true wisdom gives us a refreshing new perspective on the choices we face.
September 9, 2026 ListenThe Poison of The Tongue
The words we speak can bring healing, hope and encouragement, but they can also be incredibly destructive. Dr. Tony Evans explains why controlling what we say is so important and how the condition of our hearts can ultimately shape the words that come out of our mouths.
September 8, 2026 ListenThe Perfecting of Faith
The question is as old as the Bible itself: if we’re saved by faith alone, what difference does it make what we do? Dr. Tony Evans tackles the question of why our actions matter and explains what genuine, growing faith looks like when it’s put into practice.
September 7, 2026 Listen
