The Max Lucado Encouraging Word Podcast
by K-LOVE Podcasts · 461 episodes
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Are you looking for a space that will encourage, uplift and point you to truth in the midst of life’s chaos? Welcome to the Encouraging Word Podcast. From Max Lucado, a pastor for over 40 years and bestselling author whose books have sold more than 150 million copies in over 50 languages, The Max Lucado Encouraging Word Podcast is all about the greatest story ever told – the living Savior who brings you a lifetime of hope. With rich biblical insight, heartwarming storytelling, and Max's comforting tone, you'll be empowered to place your faith in a loving God who is always near you, alwa...
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21 min
445: How to Overcome Selfishness
Hello, friend. Thanks for joining me for today's Encouraging Word. In this message, we take a closer look at a struggle we all face: selfishness. What I call “selfititis” can damag…
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31 min
444: Is the Gospel Worth Your Whole Life?
Hello, friend! What does it look like to live out your faith when life gets hard? In this message, we turn to Philippians 1 and explore powerful reminders from Paul’s time in priso…
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31 min
443: Believe in the God Who Believes in You
Hello, friend! Thanks for joining me for today’s Encouraging Word. In this episode, we’re reminded through the story of Elijah that steadfast faith can carry us through life’s stor…
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28 min
442: Death Is Not the End: The Hope of Heaven
Hello, friend. I'm glad you're here today. In today’s Encouraging Word, we look at Elijah’s extraordinary departure and the powerful reminder that death does not have the final wor…
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24 min
441: How to Recognize Satan’s Schemes and Stand Firm in Faith
Hello, friend! In this Encouraging Word, we explore Elijah’s bold stand against Ahaziah and what his story can teach us about temptation, deception, and the things that can pull ou…
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35 min
440: You Don’t Have to Walk Through This Alone
Hello, friend. I hope you’re doing well today and finding encouragement in God’s Word. This week, we look at what Scripture teaches us about God’s justice when evil seems to go unc…
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33 min
439: When Even the Strongest Feel Discouraged: Elijah and Depression
Hello, friend. Thanks for joining me on The Encouraging Word Podcast. This week we explore depression through the story of Elijah, reminding us that even the strongest among us can…
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33 min
438: Partners in the Promise
Hi, friend. I hope you're doing well today. This week on the podcast, we're encouraged to remember that God’s promises are greater than our circumstances. Elijah’s faith and prayer…
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30 min
437: Anticipate Divine Disruption
Hello, friend. In This Encouraging Word, Max Lucado takes us to Elijah’s showdown on Mount Carmel, where God reveals His power and reminds His people that He alone is Lord. Through…
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31 min
436: Behind Enemy Lines
Hello, friend. Thanks for joining me on The Encouraging Word Podcast. In this message, we continue our study of Elijah and the showdown on Mount Carmel, where God exposes the empti…
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30 min
435: Radical Reliance
Hello, friend. Thanks for joining me on The Encouraging Word Podcast. This week we continue our discussion on the life of Elijah and the widow of Zarephath. We’re talking about wha…
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24 min
Unbreakable Courage Audiobook Preview: Chapter 11
Preview Max’s new audiobook, Unbreakable Courage, exclusively for podcast listeners! One of the most remarkable things about Elijah’s life was the end—he didn’t die. God took him t…
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28 min
434: What God Does When the World Gets Dark
Hello, friend. Thanks for joining me on The Encouraging Word Podcast. This week we’re beginning a new series studying the life of Elijah. His steadfast faith in a chaotic world off…
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31 min
Unbreakable Courage Audiobook Preview: Chapter 1
Preview Max’s new audiobook, Unbreakable Courage, exclusively for podcast listeners! Listen as Max introduces the story of Elijah the prophet, a resolved, faithful servant of God,…
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25 min
433: The Reason Why God Hates Lying
Hi, friend. Thanks for joining me for another Encouraging Word. We live in a world where truth is relative, where people are more concerned with “my truth” or “your truth.” It’s a…
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26 min
432: How Do You Take Every Thought Captive?
Hello, my friend. I hope you’re having a good day. Did you know God has a goal for you? It’s not that you would preach to millions, or cure diseases, or end wars. God’s goal for yo…
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18 min
431: Abiding in Christ
Hi, friend. I hope you’re doing well today. This week on the podcast, we’re looking at a familiar passage in John 15 that was particularly helpful to me during a season of transiti…
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22 min
430: God's Idea for Families
Hello, friend. I hope you’re having a good day. We’re in the throes of summer vacation, which for many of us means more time with our families. Kids at home during the day with no…
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28 min
429: Facing Your Worst Fears
Hello, my friend. I hope you’re doing well today. As we conclude this series of episodes about living life with less fear, I think it’s important to note a time Jesus felt afraid.…
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26 min
428: Do I Even Matter?
Hi, friend. I hope you’re having a good day. “Do I even matter?” That’s something most, probably all, of us have wondered. Maybe you don’t ask the question out loud, but the choice…