Resources by Topic: Christian Life

Randy shares some thoughts this Christmas season about what Christ has done for us. "Whenever we are tempted in our suffering, to say 'God, why did you do this to me?', let's look at the cross and say 'Lord, why did you do that for me?'. Your grace is so great." -Randy Alcorn

Last week I watched a video of a young woman, Shelby Houston, speaking at her father’s memorial service. Her dad, Officer Richard Houston, was shot and killed on December 3 in Mesquite, Texas while responding to a domestic disturbance. This clip from her message is so wonderful, so beautiful, it took my breath away. 

Randy spoke with John Rinehart on the Gospel Patrons Instagram. In this clip, Randy says, “Resurrected people living on a resurrected earth, for all eternity with the resurrected Jesus—what we will enjoy together is so far beyond this life. That is where an eternal perspective comes in as it relates to our PRESENT happiness; because we front load the realities of eternity into our life today.”

Randy spoke with John Rinehart on the Gospel Patrons Instagram. In this clip, Randy talks about the role of Scripture in his life and relationship with God.

Randy spoke with John Rinehart on the Gospel Patrons Instagram. In this clip they discuss what the good life is here on earth, and how giving plays a vital role in experiencing the abundant life God promised us.

Randy spoke with John Rinehart on the Gospel Patrons Instagram. In this clip, they talk about what it looks like to do good works with what God has entrusted to us.

Randy spoke with John Rinehart on the Gospel Patrons Instagram. In this clip, Randy answers the questions, does God care about our happiness, and what is the key to finding happiness?

Randy spoke with John Rinehart on the Gospel Patrons Instagram. In this clip, Randy talks about why he wrote Giving Is the Good Life.

Randy spoke with John Rinehart on the Gospel Patrons Instagram. In this clip, Randy discusses the three topics his books address most, and how they are interconnected.

Randy Alcorn was interviewed on The Call to Mastery with Jordan Raynor about his book Heaven. In this audio clip, Randy considers regular daily work and how it is part of the good work we are called to.

Randy Alcorn was interviewed on The Call to Mastery with Jordan Raynor about his book Heaven. In this audio clip, Randy talks about why our work matters.

This story is a reminder of the needy people who surround us. May God open our eyes to those He puts in our paths.

This has been another year of challenges related to Nanci’s cancer and treatments. However, paradoxically yet providentially, to us it has been a very good year. We are filled with thanksgiving.

Thanksgiving isn’t just a holiday; it’s a daily privilege and command. The happiest people are the most thankful ones. Here are some verses to contemplate and perhaps share with family and friends this week.