Alle afleveringen
572 afleveringen, van nieuw naar oud
-
A Good and Bad Way to Judge Others
4 december 2024 · 42 min
“Judge not, that you be not judged.” This is one of the best-known verses in all of Scripture, even for non-Christians. Unfortunately, though, it’s also one of the most misunderstood portions of Jesus’ teaching. These words have been misused and twisted, sometimes as an excuse for sin. In this message from Matthew 7:1–6, David Platt helps us see what kind of judgment Jesus wants (and doesn’t want) from his followers. We need the help of God’s Spirit to rightly evaluate our own lives and the lives of others with humility and godly wisdom. Lees meer
Explore more content from Radical.
-
The Most Important Part of Our Lives: What Only God Sees
27 november 2024 · 40 min
Did you know that you can give, pray, and fast regularly, and yet still fail to please God? It’s entirely possible to do the right things for the wrong reason. In this message from Matthew 6:1–18, David Platt highlights Jesus’ warning about living for the praise and recognition of others. God himself is our reward, and it is enough to know that he sees us. Lees meer
Explore more content from Radical.
-
A Death-Defying Savior
20 november 2024 · 38 min
Who is Jesus? People answer that question in various ways, but Scripture gives us the only true answer. Jesus Christ is unlike any other religious leader in history, for he not only knows our greatest problem but he is also able to address it through his life, death, and resurrection. In this message from Revelation 5:1–14, David Platt points us to a Savior who has overcome death in order to give us eternal life freely. He is worthy of our faith, worship, and devotion. Lees meer
Explore more content from Radical.
-
God-Centered Worship
13 november 2024 · 40 min
When you hear the word “worship,” what comes to mind? Your favorite worship songs? A certain feeling or vibe on Sunday morning? Unfortunately, we often put ourselves at the center of Sunday morning rather than the One who should be the focus of our worship. In this message from Mark 11:15–19, David Platt urges us to make sure that God is at the center of our worship. God-centered worship changes not only our heart posture in corporate worship but also the way we live our lives. Lees meer
Explore more content from Radical.
-
A Better Way: On Spouses and Speech
30 oktober 2024 · 27 min
Our culture takes the covenant of marriage very lightly and downplays the seriousness of divorce. In our own attempts to find happiness and fulfillment, we’ve sought out what we think is a better way. However, based on Matthew 5:31–37, we see that Jesus has a very different view of marriage and divorce. In this message, David Platt points us to God’s design for marriage—a design that is better for us and that brings him glory. Gratefully, for those who have rejected a biblical view of marriage, God’s grace in the gospel is sufficient for forgiveness and restoration. Lees meer
Explore more content from Radical.
-
Spirit-Filled Passion
23 oktober 2024 · 48 min
Whether it’s stories of the early church or Christians who are suffering for the sake of the gospel today, we sometimes wonder, “Is it possible for us to have that kind of faith today?” In this message from Acts 7:54–8:4, David Platt explains why he thinks the answer is yes. With the martyrdom of Stephen as an example, we can see what it looks like to live—and die—in order to make Christ known. God has chosen to use suffering and persecution to spread his gospel to the ends of the earth. Lees meer
Explore more content from Radical.
-
Live Your Truth?
16 oktober 2024 · 32 min
In our day, we’re told that you need to “live your truth.” You need to be the authority in your life. And this isn’t a new thing: ever since Satan’s original temptation in the garden, man has been tempted to look to some authority other than God. But as Matthew 5:17–20 tells us, true life is found in submission to the loving authority of Jesus and his Word, and in leading others to Jesus. In this message, David Platt points us to the authority of Scripture and its witness to Jesus Christ. We will only find eternal life by turning from our own illusions of autonomy and submitting to the One who gave his life for sinners. Lees meer
Explore more content from Radical.
-
How Do Christians Engage the Culture?
9 oktober 2024 · 46 min
It can be tempting, particularly in an election season, to think that the most important things going on in the world have to do with political leaders and political parties. We can even be tempted to use the world’s tactics when engaging the culture. In this message from Matthew 5:13–16, David Platt highlights Jesus’ exhortation to be salt and light and to let our good works lead others to glorify God. In a world corrupted by sin, people’s greatest need is the gospel, and the church has the privilege of proclaiming this good news. Lees meer
Explore more content from Radical.
-
The Good Life Redefined
2 oktober 2024 · 39 min
Believe in yourself. Promote yourself. Be true to yourself. Satisfy yourself. According to the world, this is the good life. But this is precisely the opposite of what it means to live as a citizen of God’s kingdom. In this message from Matthew 5:7–12, David Platt helps us see the radical, upside-down nature of what it means to live the good life according to Jesus. While followers of Jesus may be weak and maligned in the eyes of the world, the promise of an eternal kingdom, along with God’s strength and presence daily, gives us a different glimpse of the life that is truly blessed. Lees meer
Explore more content from Radical.
-
An All-Encompassing Vision
25 september 2024 · 45 min
What happens to people who never hear the name of Jesus? Would a good and just God really send them to hell? In this message from David Platt from Romans 1–3, we’re reminded that all people, without exception, stand condemned in their sin and deserving of God’s just and eternal wrath. That’s why it’s so crucial that we understand the urgency of getting the gospel to them. Better yet, we need to ask the question, “How might God use me to help spread the gospel to those who have never heard?” As followers of Jesus, we should want people from all nations to hear and believe the same good news that saved us. Lees meer
Explore more content from Radical.
-
An Awe-Inspired People
18 september 2024 · 42 min
Is being an “expert” in religion yet lacking reverence and respect for God’s Word possible? According to Isaiah 66, it’s entirely possible. Like God’s people in the Old Testament, we too need to be reminded of God’s awe-inspiring character as it is revealed in his Word. In this message, David Platt urges us to consider the weight and value of God’s Word, reciting Romans 1–8 from memory. God’s greatness should compel us to hear, believe, memorize, meditate on, and live according to his Word. Lees meer
Explore more content from Radical.
-
A Christ-Directed Mission
11 september 2024 · 55 min
Jesus has given the church the task of making disciples of all nations. Many Christians view this as a task for pastors, missionaries, or other specially gifted Christians, but the Great Commission isn’t just for a select few. In this message from Matthew 28:16–20 from David Platt, we’ll see that every Christian has a part to play in making disciples in their own neighborhood and among all nations. Yet, this is not a mission we came up with or that we carry out in our own strength. We go in the sovereign authority of Jesus, and we rely on the presence of Jesus. He has promised to be with his church to the end of the age. Lees meer
Explore more content from Radical.
-
Father to the Fatherless
4 september 2024 · 30 min
God is described as a Father of the fatherless, and he tells us that true religion involves caring for orphans and widows. In this message from Psalm 10, David Platt urges us to put our faith into action by caring for the most vulnerable among us. However, we care for the vulnerable not out of guilt or because we have it all together. We care for the vulnerable because God, by his grace, has come to us in our brokenness and brought us into his family through the gospel. Lees meer
Explore more content from Radical.
-
Love that Lasts
28 augustus 2024 · 47 min
It’s not popular to talk about hell today, and even some Christians seem to be turned off by the topic. However, in his love and mercy, Jesus warns us of God’s eternal and just judgment of sinners. In fact, we hear more about hell from Jesus’ earthly ministry than from anywhere else in Scripture. At the same time, Jesus also tells us of the love of God that results in eternal life for all who believe in his Son. This message from David Platt from John 3:16 helps us see the only two options for everyone: eternal perishing apart from Christ or eternal life through faith in Christ. Lees meer
Explore more content from Radical.
-
Love that Costs
21 augustus 2024 · 54 min
True love is always costly. In the greatest display of love in all of history, Jesus laid down his life on our behalf. In this message from John 3:14–16, David Platt highlights the magnitude of Christ’s love for us and invites us to gaze upon the cross. Jesus points us back to Numbers 21 where we see a picture of his gracious, substitutionary death for sinners. By recognizing the extent of our rebellion, we begin to grasp the undeserved love of God in Christ. Lees meer
Explore more content from Radical.
-
Love that Gives
14 augustus 2024 · 48 min
It’s difficult to think of anything more difficult than being asked to give up your only child. Yet this is what Abraham is asked to do in Genesis 22 as he lays his son, Isaac, on the altar. In this story, we not only see Abraham’s remarkable faith in God; we also get an unforgettable picture of the love of God that we read about in John 3:16. This is the God who gave his only Son so that all who believe in him might have eternal life. In this message, David Platt points us to God’s love in sending his Son to die on the cross as a substitute for sinners. Lees meer
Explore more content from Radical.
-
Love that Captivates
7 augustus 2024 · 53 min
In this message from John 3:16, David Platt unpacks some parallels between Hosea’s love for Gomer in the book of Hosea and Christ’s love for His people. Just as the story of Hosea offers a captivating picture of unmerited, captivating love, even more so does Christ’s work on the cross. Lees meer
Explore more content from Radical.
-
Conquering Temptation
31 juli 2024 · 35 min
We’re in a spiritual war and Satan is actively working to destroy us by tempting us to sin. And one of the scariest things is that we often don’t even realize it. In this message from David Platt from Proverbs 7, we’re reminded to stay alert to temptation and to fight it in the power that God supplies. The good news for those in Christ is that our victory over sin is assured because of what God has accomplished in the gospel. Lees meer
Explore more content from Radical.
-
Sin In the Camp – Part 4
24 juli 2024 · 48 min
The church has an obligation to seek and pray for godly leaders. So, what does a godly leader look like? In this message from Numbers 20:1–13, the sin of one of Israel’s greatest leaders, Moses, helps clarify the kind of leadership the church needs (and doesn’t need). We need leaders who are compassionate, who submit to God’s glory, who trust in God’s plan, and who know they have a responsibility for God’s reputation. These qualities are only possible as Christ indwells and empowers church leaders. This message from David Platt is the fourth of four in a series titled “Sin in the Camp” and can be found at Radical.net. Lees meer
Explore more content from Radical.
-
Sin In the Camp – Part 3
17 juli 2024 · 53 min
Sin has devastating effects on our lives and our community. In this message on Joshua 7:1–26, David Platt continues to encourage us to recognize the weight of sin in our lives. He shows us that sin doesn’t just impact our life, but actually impacts those around us. He pleads with us to repent of our sins and look to the Lord. Lees meer
Explore more content from Radical.
-
Flourishing In Our Work
10 juli 2024 · 39 min
How would you describe your work? Boring? Frustrating? All-consuming? If we’re honest, many of us can find our work to be discouraging, even if we’re doing something that we generally like. However, in this message from the book of Proverbs, David Platt reminds us of God’s original purpose in our work, as well as the motivation that knowing Christ should give us. While the effects of sin in the world often make our work feel frustrating rather than satisfying, those who are trusting in Christ can work diligently knowing that, regardless of what they do, they are serving Christ and being empowered by his Spirit. Lees meer
Explore more content from Radical.
-
Spending Money Like This World is Not Our Home
3 juli 2024 · 44 min
As followers of Jesus, we often say that this world is not our home, but is that reflected in the way we view our money? Do we spend our resources on that which will matter for eternity, or are we primarily focused on temporary comforts and pleasures? In this message from David Platt, we’ll learn from the book of Proverbs a wise approach to money, an approach that helps us flourish under God’s design. Neither guilt nor greed should motivate us, for the gospel frees us to use our possessions to store up eternal treasure. Lees meer
Explore more content from Radical.
-
I Am the Vine
26 juni 2024 · 46 min
To people who like to think of themselves as independent and self-sufficient, Jesus’ words, “I am the vine,” can be humbling. Apart from Jesus, we can do nothing. But for those who are trusting in Jesus, abundant, supernatural life is available! Jesus wants to produce his life and fruit through us, his branches. In this message from John 15:1–11 from David Platt, we are encouraged to come to Jesus continually so that he might bear fruit in and through our lives for the glory of God. Lees meer
(This message was given at The Gospel Coalition Women’s Conference 2024.)
Explore more content from Radical.
-
Sin In the Camp – Part 2
19 juni 2024 · 54 min
We need a radically God-centered perspective of sin. Sin has affected our lives and leads us to the mercy of God. In this message on Joshua 7:1–26, David Platt calls us to change our view of sin. Lees meer
Explore more content from Radical.
-
Sin In the Camp – Part 1
12 juni 2024 · 40 min
We have sought leaders without conviction, devised salvation without dedication, manufactured worship without humiliation, and created a god without retribution. In this message on Exodus 32:1–6, Pastor David Platt reminds us of the sin that we corporately confess. Lees meer
Explore more content from Radical.
-
The End of the Beginning
5 juni 2024 · 40 min
We often approach the book of Revelation as a book to be deciphered. However, believers in the first century found more hope in this book than cryptic messages and symbols needing interpretation. In this message on Revelation 22:6–21, David Platt challenges us to move beyond simply interpreting the book for knowledge, and to instead practically apply this final passage to our lives as we await the return of Jesus Christ. Lees meer
Explore more content from Radical.
-
Consummation of the Kingdom
29 mei 2024 · 51 min
Death will be replaced by life. In the presence of God, there will be no more sin, sorrow, sickness, and separation. For eternity, we will glorify God with people of every tribe, tongue, and nation. In this message on Revelation 21:1–22:5, Pastor David Platt reminds us that we live between two worlds as Christians. Lees meer
Explore more content from Radical.
-
The Cost of Spiritual Carelessness and the Reward of Spiritual Carefulness
22 mei 2024 · 48 min
Is your love for the Lord growing cold? Do you remember a time when you were more intentional about loving and serving other believers, more serious about fighting sin, and more eager to tell other people about Jesus? Have you become casual about eternal realities? In this message from David Platt from Nehemiah 13, we’ll see the danger of spiritual carelessness among the people of Israel. It’s a danger that we need to be aware of today, particularly in light of the subtlety and seriousness of sin. The good news is, that the reward of spiritual carefulness is indescribably great, and God’s grace in Jesus Christ is sufficient to give us victory over sin and eternal life. Lees meer
Explore more content from Radical.
-
What Ultimately Matters Regarding the Millennium
15 mei 2024 · 1 uur 2 min
With so many views on what will happen before Jesus returns, how do we know which one is correct? Can we know for certain what Revelation means when it talks about the millennium? In this message on Revelation 20, pastor David Platt teaches us that while there is debate on what will happen before Jesus returns, we know that Christ is in control and reigning now. While there is uncertainty, there is also comfort in knowing that the enemies of God are defeated, and will be finally destroyed when Christ comes again. Lees meer
Explore more content from Radical.
-
The Hallelujah Chorus
8 mei 2024 · 54 min
Man-centered worldliness will ultimately be overcome by God-centered worship. God is faithful and true. Christ is the Messianic warrior. He is the King of kings and Lord of lords. Let’s revere, rejoice, and be ready for his coming. In this message on Revelation 19, Pastor David Platt teaches us to bow before the splendor of God and behold the supremacy of Christ. Lees meer
Explore more content from Radical.
-
The Danger of Worldly Desires
1 mei 2024 · 55 min
The book of Revelations is filled with analogies that point to God’s glory and the hope we have only in Christ. In this message on Revelation 17–18, Pastor David Platt emphasizes the importance of loving God and not the world. He shares two implications for Christian life Lees meer
Explore more content from Radical.
-
How Do We Worship God in His Wrath?
24 april 2024 · 58 min
How do we worship God in his wrath? In this message on Revelation 15–16, Pastor David Platt teaches us how to worship the sovereign and powerful Lord. The book of Revelation is a series of apocalyptic visions filled with prophetic pronouncements written as a congregational letter. These visions include various symbols and numbers (which often lead to various interpretations). These visions are arranged cyclically, not chronologically. Lees meer
Explore more content from Radical.
-
God: "You Matter to Me"
17 april 2024 · 26 min
As we think of the greatness of God and the massive number of people around the world, it’s easy to feel small and insignificant. Even Christians can start to feel as if God doesn’t know or care about the details of our lives. However, as David Platt points out in this message from Nehemiah 7, the God who redeems us knows everything about us—and he cares for us! Followers of Jesus can find their identity in Christ and take comfort that they are in a long line of believers who, over centuries, have been redeemed and preserved by God’s grace and steadfast love. This should compel us to live for God’s glory in the time and place in which he has placed us. Lees meer
Explore more content from Radical.
-
Fighting from (not for) Victory
10 april 2024 · 48 min
We are ordinary believers doing extraordinary things with God's Word for God's glory making disciples and multiplying churches knowing that the cost is great believing that the reward is greater. In this message on Revelation 12:1–15:4, David Platt reminds us that when we fight our sin, we fight from a place of victory, not for it. Lees meer
Explore more content from Radical.
-
Truth and Love Worthy of Your Life
3 april 2024 · 35 min
We live in a culture that says, “Live your truth,” but deep down, we know this isn’t how life, or spiritual truth, works. We all live based on certain objective truths. When it comes to questions about religion, we all need to ask two questions: (1) Is this true? and (2) Is this truth worthy of my life? In this message from John 14:1–6 from David Platt, we’re invited to respond to Jesus, who claimed to be the truth—and he rose from the dead to prove it. Our eternity hinges on our response. How will you respond? Lees meer
Explore more content from Radical.
-
Don’t Grow Weary in Doing Good
27 maart 2024 · 44 min
You may or may not view yourself as a leader, but almost everyone has some kind of influence on those around them. The question is, “How are you leveraging that influence?” In this message from Nehemiah 5:19–24 from David Platt, we’re challenged from the example of Nehemiah to see our influence as a responsibility before God. We want to point others to Christ and lay down our lives for their eternal good. In the end, followers of Jesus don’t live for their own rights or for the opinions of men: we live for the commendation of God alone. Lees meer
Explore more content from Radical.
-
The God Who Fights for Us as We Face Opposition
20 maart 2024 · 43 min
Have you ever been unfairly criticized or slandered? Have you faced opposition for the sake of the gospel? Do you ever feel as if trying to be faithful to the Lord has made life more difficult for you? If so, then you’re in good company. In this message from David Platt from Nehemiah 4, we’re encouraged not to be deterred from pursuing God and his mission in the face of opposition. We should expect opposition in this world as we seek to carry out God’s will according to his Word, but our ultimate enemy is not flesh and blood—it’s Satan. Therefore, we must rely on God fully as we persevere in living for Christ and in carrying out the mission he has given us. God uses everything, including opposition to the gospel, for the good of his people. Lees meer
Explore more content from Radical.
-
How Can My Work Bring Glory to God?
13 maart 2024 · 38 min
What motivates you in the work you do? What does the way you work say about you? Who are you ultimately working for? Given the amount of time most people spend working during their lives, those are important questions. In this message from David Platt, we’ll see not only the way work played a role in God’s redemptive purposes in Nehemiah 3, but also the way in which God designed work from the beginning to be for our good and his glory. Though our work is often difficult and unsatisfying due to the effects of sin, knowing Jesus should transform why we work and the way we work. Lees meer
(For more resources from David Platt and Radical, visit radical.net.)
Explore more content from Radical.
-
The Great Work God Has Called Us To, and the Good Hand of God to Help Us Do It
6 maart 2024 · 43 min
The church has been tasked with reaching the next generation with the gospel and with reaching the nations with the gospel. Both of these aspects of the church’s mission have eternal implications, and both can feel overwhelming. In this message from Nehemiah 2 by David Platt, we’ll see that the great work God has called us to is possible, but only with the good hand of our God working in and through us. As we seek his face and rely on his power, we are strengthened and sustained in the great work of making disciples of all nations. Lees meer
(For more resources from David Platt and Radical, visit radical.net)
Explore more content from Radical.
-
Being with God in Community
28 februari 2024 · 39 min
As followers of Christ, we have the amazing privilege of spending time with the living God and talking to him in prayer. However, time with God was never meant to remain an experience for isolated individuals. As the body of Christ, the church was meant to be with God together. In this message from David Platt from Acts 2:42–47, we get a glimpse of the many blessings that come from gathering with our brothers and sisters in Christ as the church gathers. We were designed to experience God together and to be channels of his grace to one another and to the world around us. We were saved to be with God in community. Lees meer
For more resources from David Platt and Radical, visit radical.net
Explore more content from Radical.
-
The Life of the Christian and the Coming of the Kingdom
21 februari 2024 · 53 min
David Platt unpacks the central point of Revelation 8-11. Instead of speculating about the future, this passage should fuel fervent prayer for God’s coming kingdom and embolden us to fearlessly proclaim the gospel. In this message on Revelation 8–11, Pastor David Platt teaches us that the purpose of Revelation is not to promote speculation about the future, but to compel action in the present. Lees meer
Explore more content from Radical.
-
Silence in Judgment Amid Shouts of Mercy
14 februari 2024 · 1 uur 2 min
God is ultimately sovereign over evil. Satan can do nothing apart from divine permission. Suffering is always used to fulfill divine purposes. Men and women are morally responsible for evil. God will save men and women who trust in him and live for another world. In this message on Revelation 6–7, Pastor David Platt reminds Christians that we will stand in heaven at the end of tribulation. Lees meer
Explore more content from Radical.
-
The Glory of the Triune God
7 februari 2024 · 59 min
In the life of a follower of Christ, suffering can either push them into compromise or press them into adoration of the triune God. In this message on Revelation 4–5, David Platt teaches us that the triune God is worthy of our full devotion and praise, especially in the midst of suffering. In beholding the glory of the triune God, we are compelled to receive salvation, empowered to escape temptation, and enabled to endure temptation. 1. Lees meer
Explore more content from Radical.
-
Being with God in the Dark
31 januari 2024 · 58 min
Are you afraid, discouraged, disappointed, or depressed? Do you feel exhausted or alone? Have you found yourself dealing with self-pity and self-condemnation? Have you ever reached the point where you wondered whether life is worth living? In some form or another, the prophet Elijah dealt with these very issues, but he wasn’t the only one. God’s people have experienced these trials throughout Scripture and throughout history. In this message from David Platt from 1 Kings 19:1–18, we’ll see why we have reason for hope in every circumstance. The God who created us and sustains us also pursues his people, even in their darkest days. Regardless of our feelings, fears, or circumstances, those who are trusting in Christ can rest in God’s character and his promises. Lees meer
Explore more content from Radical.
-
Words from Christ to a Church at War
24 januari 2024 · 1 uur 4 min
If Christ were to speak to the Church today, what would he say? In this message on Revelation 2–3, Pastor David Platt teaches us that Christ desires his church to define themselves by their pursuit of him. By doing so, the church can stand in a world that offers competing desires. Lees meer
Explore more content from Radical.
-
Being with God in Quiet
17 januari 2024 · 41 min
If you had the opportunity to talk to the Creator of the Universe, would you take advantage of it? The answer to that question may be obvious, but, sadly, many Christians forfeit the privilege of talking to God in prayer regularly. In this message from David Platt from Matthew 6:6, we’re encouraged and invited to be intentional about talking to God and spending time with him through prayer and fasting. Amazingly, the One we pray to has made it possible to call on him as our Heavenly Father by sending his own Son, Jesus Christ, to die for our sins and make us sons and daughters by faith. Lees meer
Explore more content from Radical.
-
The Indescribable Christ and His Indestructible Church
10 januari 2024 · 51 min
Jesus is present among us, possesses us, protects us, and has a purpose for us. As Christians, we ought to fall down in worship and rise up as witnesses. May his glory continually captivate our imagination. May his grace supernaturally empower our devotion. May his gospel radically compel us on mission. In this message on Revelation 1:9–20, Pastor David Platt called us to endure in the power of Christ and lead others to salvation. Lees meer
Explore more content from Radical.
-
The Revelation of Jesus Christ
3 januari 2024 · 1 uur 3 min
The book of Revelation was not written to create confusion for the Christian, cause division in the church, or promote speculation about the coming of Christ. In this message on Revelation 1:1–8, Pastor David Platt reminds us that the purpose of Revelation is to point us to the coming Christ. Revelation was written to give unshakeable hope to suffering Christians, encourage unwavering holiness in a seductive culture, refute deception in the church, and fuel mission among the nations. Historically, Christians hold to three different views of Revelation. Lees meer
Explore more content from Radical.
-
Confidence: Will We Trust Him?
27 december 2023 · 44 min
As Christians, it can be difficult to grow in prayer. The basis of our confidence in prayer is twofold: the God we pray to and the Gift he gives us. In this message on Luke 11:11–13, Pastor David Platt reminds Christians to turn to the Lord in prayer and fasting. Lees meer
Explore more content from Radical.
-
Patience When Life is Painful
20 december 2023 · 44 min
In a world corrupted by sin, none of us is immune from suffering. This is true for both unbelievers and believers. Following Christ doesn’t exempt us from life’s trials and even painful tragedies. In this message from David Platt from James 5:7–12, we are exhorted to patience in the midst of life’s pain. By God’s grace, we can endure faithfully because we know that pain and suffering don’t have the last word. We look forward to the day when Christ returns and there is no more pain and suffering. Instead of living for this world, we wait with faith and patience for a new creation filled with rest and unending joy in Christ. Lees meer
Explore more content from Radical.