John F. MacArthur
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40 Lives in 40 Days
- By: John F. MacArthur
- Length: 3 hours 28 minutes
- Publisher: Thomas Nelson
- Publish date: July 19, 2022
- Language: English
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4(1 ratings)
Have you ever wondered why God uses ordinary people to accomplish His work and to spread the good news? Join bestselling author and Bible teacher John MacArthur as he takes a closer look at the everyday lives of the men and women that God trusted to carry His message and lead His people.
40 Lives in 40 Days¬†is a brand-new devotional compilation of MacArthur’s extensive studies of the Bible characters who show us that we don’t have to be perfect to do God’s work. From the twelve disciples to the Samaritan woman, MacArthur shares that Jesus chose average people–fishermen, tax collectors, doubters, political zealots–and gave them a remarkable mission.
These encouraging stories, based in Scripture, help shed light on these real men and women who endured struggle, pain, and heartache, just like us. They were perfectly ordinary sinners–living proof of God’s kindness–who went on to serve an extraordinary purpose in spreading the gospel.
By tracing the lives of these unlikely heroes, MacArthur shows us that the difficulties and temptations that they lived through are the same trials that modern believers face today.
Throughout 40 Lives in 40 Days, MacArthur will:
- Dive deep into the stories of Jesus’ earliest disciples
- Teach us that God continues to mold and use ordinary people today
- Share the surprising ways God accomplishes His purposes
- Provide an honest look at all of God’s people
- Help you experience God’s goodness and grace
As you get to know each of these 40 figures even better, you’ll see why the lives they led can still serve as an inspiration to believers today.
A study guide is included in the audiobook companion PDF download.
... Read moreA Tale of Two Sons
- By: John F. MacArthur
- Narrator: John F. MacArthur
- Length: 3 hours 34 minutes
- Publisher: Thomas Nelson
- Publish date: April 01, 2008
- Language: English
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4.36(660 ratings)
In The Tale of Two Sons, one of America’s most loved Bible teachers takes you deeper into Luke 15 than ever before, revealing insights into the culture of Jesus’ day and an unforgettable ending.
The Parable of the Prodigal Son (Luke 15:11-32) has been preached from nearly every pulpit in the world and is known by many who read and cherish the Bible. The story is so powerful because it presents, in clear and inspiring terms, our struggle with sin, the need for humble repentance, and the Father’s inexhaustible mercy and love. Unfortunately, many Christians would say that they have nothing new to learn from this gem of Scripture. It has lost its luster. But in The Tale of Two Sons, John MacArthur restores the brilliance of this passage, giving engrossing historical background and unveiling a surprise ending readers have never heard before.
... Read moreCalled to Lead
- By: John F. MacArthur
- Narrator: John F. MacArthur
- Length: 7 hours 16 minutes
- Publisher: Thomas Nelson
- Publish date: January 18, 2022
- Language: English
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4.14(1057 ratings)
What makes a true leader? Today more than ever, Christians need a model of leadership that is based on God’s Word, that brings God glory.
In Called to Lead, best-selling author, pastor, and teacher John MacArthur explains the characteristics of a leader drawn from one of the Bible’s most renowned leaders, the apostle Paul.
Focusing on Paul’s letters to the church, John shows you the twenty-six key qualities of a leader who can achieve results without forfeiting faith and obedience, qualities such as:
- Trustworthiness
- Discipline
- Christlikeness
- Sincerity
- Decisiveness
Called to Lead presents a compelling, biblically sound explanation of the leadership God established when Jesus called and commissioned the apostles…and when God called you to lead.
Accompanying maps, appendix, and study guide are available in the audiobook companion PDF download.
... Read moreCan God Bless America?
- By: John F. MacArthur
- Narrator: John F. MacArthur
- Length: 2 hours 1 minutes
- Publisher: Thomas Nelson
- Publish date: June 08, 2021
- Language: English
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3.94(66 ratings)
Recently, and seemingly overnight, the once cliche slogan “God Bless America” became almost a national mantra. John MacArthur gets to the heart of the matter by asking the questions most Americans choose to ignore: “Should God bless America?” and “Is America deserving of blessing?” Turning to the Old Testament, he presents the simple truth of God’s word, his blessing has always had conditions. MacArthur calls the Nation to turn back to God by showing us how we can become a nation that is once again blessed by God.
... Read moreDoce hombres comunes y corrientes
- By: John F. MacArthur
- Narrator: John F. MacArthur
- Length: 7 hours 56 minutes
- Publisher: Grupo Nelson
- Publish date: June 13, 2017
- Language: Spanish
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4.14(4778 ratings)
Contrariamente a la creencia popular, no tenemos que ser perfectos para hacer la obra de Dios.
John MacArthur examina los doce hombres que Cristo eligio como sus discipulos y nos ayuda a descubrir como nosotros podemos transformar nuestras propias imperfecciones en herramientas utiles para impactar a otros. Sin ir mas lejos, las debilidades de los doce discipulos estan preservadas para siempre a traves de las paginas del Nuevo Testamento. Jesus eligio gente comun, como pescadores, recolectores de impuestos, politicos fanaticos; y cambio sus debilidades en puntos fuertes, produciendo grandeza de la total inutilidad. MacArthur delinea principios del cuidadoso entrenamiento de los primeros doce discipulos, para los discipulos modernos como tu.
From Ordinary to Extraordinary
- By: John F. MacArthur
- Narrator: John F. MacArthur
- Length: 9 hours 44 minutes
- Publisher: Thomas Nelson
- Publish date: June 29, 2021
- Language: English
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3.82(17 ratings)
Best-selling author John MacArthur draws from the lives of the apostles and twelve special women in the Bible to encourage, inspire, and lead Christians in their daily walk.
In Twelve Ordinary Men and Twelve Extraordinary Women, John MacArthur unveiled some of the Bible’s most important men and women, showing how God selected them for important Kingdom assignments. Now, in From Ordinary to Extraordinary, Dr. MacArthur hand selects the most powerful moments and lessons from their stories to encourage, inspire, and lead Christians.
With a daily reading from Dr. MacArthur and a scripture passage, this devotional gives Christ followers the companionship of Bible heroes who faced many of the same challenges they face each day.
... Read moreGod in the Manger
- By: John F. MacArthur
- Length: 5 hours 22 minutes
- Publisher: Thomas Nelson
- Publish date: October 04, 2022
- Language: English
Rediscover the saving truth hidden in Bethlehem’s manger.
Because of the warm fuzzy ambiance and economic impact of Christmas, Dr. John MacArthur is convinced that we are missing the enormous impact of the reality behind the season. In his usual easy-to-read style, he takes us beyond the tinsel and the seasonal hype to offer us an encounter with the miracle and mystery of the birth of Christ.
- He leads us line by line through the familiar Christmas scriptures.
- He exposes common misconceptions about Jesus’ birth.
- He helps us to see Mary’s baby through the eyes of those who saw Him first.
- He refutes attempts to dismiss the biblical account of the virgin birth as just another myth.
“We dare not trivialize or sentimentalize the persons and events surrounding the birth of Christ,” Dr. MacArthur warns. “An authentic celebration of Christmas recognizes that the eternal, sovereign God came to earth as a human being to live a righteous life among His people and then to die as a perfect sacrifice to deliver from the wrath of God all who repent and believe.”
Let God inject new life and meaning into your celebration of the coming of Christ as you use this simple volume to review what the Bible says about his birth.
A study guide is included in the audiobook companion PDF download.
... Read moreHard to Believe
- By: John F. MacArthur
- Narrator: John F. MacArthur
- Length: 3 hours 41 minutes
- Publisher: Thomas Nelson
- Publish date: January 21, 2012
- Language: English
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4.37(1127 ratings)
Jesus Christ did not die on the cross so you and I could have a nice day.
Ministers and teachers who water down the gospel of Christ in order to make it more popular and appealing may be leading their fun-loving audiences down the road to eternal punishment.
This book is John MacArthur’s unflinching, unapologetic treatise on the modern tendency to alter the true message of Christianity in order to meet the whims and desires of a culture hoping for nonconfrontational messages, easy answers, and superficial commitments.
Too many people just want a Madison Avenue Jesus to make them well, make them happy, and make them prosperous. But Jesus Christ isn’t a personal genie. He is the Savior. He died in agony to satisfy the wrath of a holy God and to forgive the sins of humankind. Faith in Him demands a willingness to make any sacrifice He asks. The hard truth about Christianity is that the cost is high, but the rewards are priceless: abundant and eternal life that comes only from faithfully follwing Christ.
... Read moreHow to Survive in a World of Unbelievers
- By: John F. MacArthur
- Narrator: John F. MacArthur
- Length: 5 hours 46 minutes
- Publisher: Thomas Nelson
- Publish date: June 08, 2021
- Language: English
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4.03(31 ratings)
How should Christians conduct themselves in an increasingly secular society?
Jesus answered this troubling question on the eve of His death with some of the most poignant, powerful teachings in His entire ministry. During those hours, Jesus taught His apostles and, consequently, all believers throughout history, How to Survive in a World of Unbelievers.
Respected pastor, teacher, and author John MacArthur plumbs the depths of Jesus’ final words of encouragement to us based on John 13-16. By studying this valuable book, you will find answers to these and other difficult questions:
- How can you remain purehearted and spiritually sound in a church seemingly full of hypocrites?
- How do you help your children stay morally pure when they want to “fit in” with school friends who prefer objectionable activities?
- How can you keep your family anchored to Christ in a society that is drifting far away from His teaching on family issues, such as divorce, homosexuality, and abortion?
- How do you retain your Christian ethics when your boss asks you to lie or cheat?
- How can you keep your life focused on glorifying Christ in a society that proclaims self, pride, and personal achievement as marks of success?
A study guide is available in the audiobook companion PDF download.
... Read moreJesus Unleashed
- By: John F. MacArthur
- Length: 4 hours 39 minutes
- Publisher: Thomas Nelson
- Publish date: July 13, 2021
- Language: English
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4.78(87 ratings)
Walk through the gospel records of the “bold confrontations” of Jesus and discover how to use your newfound knowledge of the person of Jesus to defend the biblical truth of the Christian faith.
Do you have any idea who Jesus really is?
“What you think of Jesus Christ will thoroughly color how you think about everything else,” writes John MacArthur. This is a critical truth in the life of every believer. Your view of Jesus affects the way you view God, the world, and every one of your decisions.
These days, Jesus is often portrayed as a pacifist, a philanthropist, or a docile teacher. He strikes a plastic—and sometimes pathetic—pose in the minds of many. Some prefer the meek and mild Jesus who heals the sick, calms fears, and speaks of peace and goodwill. These things do represent a portion of the Messiah. But tragically, too many have never been exposed to the rest of him. They have never seen a full 360-degree view of the Savior. His boldness in the face of confrontation and why that matters. Until now.
Abridged from his classic bestseller, The Jesus You Can’t Ignore, Jesus Unleashed takes a revealing walk through the gospel records. Like an investigative journalist on a mission, author and teacher John MacArthur shows you a remarkable and compelling picture of Jesus unleashed.
... Read moreMoments of Truth
- By: John F. MacArthur
- Narrator: John F. MacArthur
- Length: 12 hours 59 minutes
- Publisher: Thomas Nelson
- Publish date: October 11, 2022
- Language: English
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4.55(29 ratings)
We are in desperate need of moments of truth. Truth that can shine through the clutter of modern life. Truth that we can welcome without hesitation. Truth that is good for our souls.
The Bible is the only source for such truth, and pastor John MacArthur is absolutely committed to sharing and illuminating God’s truth for us. From creation to parenting, leadership to the end times, Moments of Truth addresses practical and foundational subjects in bite-size pieces.
Day by day, MacArthur quotes Scripture and helps us apply it to our lives with eye-opening lessons and probing questions that are relevant to the season. Spend time each day with Moments of Truth, and see how God uses the truth to set you free.
... Read moreNone Other
- By: John F. MacArthur
- Length: 3 hours 12 minutes
- Publisher: ChristianAudio.com
- Publish date: February 02, 2017
- Language: English
The Bible’s teaching on God’s love, holiness, and sovereignty is often met with questions about human responsibility, suffering, and evil. If God is in control of everything, can we make free choices? If God is good and all-powerful, how can we account for natural disasters and moral atrocities? Answers to these questions are often filled with technical jargon and personal assumptions that don’t take into account the full scope of biblical truth.In None Other: Discovering the God of the Bible, Dr. John MacArthur shows that the best way to discover the one true God is not through philosophical discourse but a careful study of Scripture-the primary place where God has chosen to reveal Himself.
... Read moreOnly Jesus
- By: John F. MacArthur
- Length: 3 hours 35 minutes
- Publisher: Thomas Nelson
- Publish date: April 20, 2021
- Language: English
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4.67(221 ratings)
At the heart of true saving faith is surrender to Christ.
Only Jesus‚Äîbased on pastor John MacArthur’s classic bestseller, The Gospel According to Jesus‚Äîexamines the gospel as Christ himself proclaimed it‚Äîwith an eye toward gaining a thorough and proper understanding of the true way of salvation by answering core questions like:
- What does it mean to be saved?
- What is saving grace?
- Why do Christians call Jesus “Lord”?
- Why does the Cross matter?
- What does it mean to be born again?
- What did Jesus teach about eternal life?
- What do “sin” and “repentance” mean?
- What is the role of the Holy Spirit in salvation?
 
‘True salvation produces a heart that voluntarily responds to the ever-awakening reality of Christ’s lordship. Because we are sinful creatures, we can never respond as obediently as we should. But if we are true believers, we will not fall back into the cold, hard-hearted, determined unbelief and rebellion of our former state.” ‚ÄîPastor John MacArthur
Only Jesus is perfect for:
- Christians who want a deeper relationship with Jesus Christ
- Seekers who want to know who Jesus is and what he taught.
 
John MacArthur will guide you in discovering how Jesus’ actual words and teachings call us to salvation and new life through the power of the Holy Spirit. Drastic changes will result in our hearts and lives when we truly answer Christ’s call to discipleship.
So let‚Äôs explore what Lord Jesus had to say about the gospel…
... Read moreParables
- By: John F. MacArthur
- Length: 8 hours 50 minutes
- Publisher: Thomas Nelson
- Publish date: October 27, 2015
- Language: English
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4.42(964 ratings)
Have you ever wondered why Jesus often spoke in parables? Are you curious about what lessons we can learn from these parables today? Pastor and bestselling author John MacArthur breaks down the parables and teaches us how we can apply these deceptively simple stories to modern Christianity.
Jesus was a master storyteller, and the parables he often told were no exception. Beneath these unassuming stories were deeply profound spiritual lessons that were designed to reach all who heard them–from the faithful to the faithless–and they’re still relevant today.¬†
In¬†Parables, MacArthur argues that these short, memorable stories represented more than just symbolism or a clever teaching style–they were carefully crafted tales that made the mysteries of the Gospel more accessible to everyday believers.
Parables¬†will help you see Jesus’ teachings in a brand new light, addressing some of the most common questions on the topic, including:¬†¬†¬†
- When did Jesus start teaching in parables?
- What makes parables so accessible?
- How can we interpret these stories?
- What common threads link each of the parables together?
- What do parables teach us about the kingdom of God?
MacArthur has spent a lifetime sharing the Word of God in clear and comprehensible terms with believers of all walks of life. Let him be your guide as he sheds light on the essential lessons contained in the most infamous and influential short stories the world has ever known.
... Read moreParabolas
- By: John F. MacArthur
- Narrator: John F. MacArthur
- Length: 7 hours 45 minutes
- Publisher: Grupo Nelson
- Publish date: June 20, 2017
- Language: Spanish
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4.42(964 ratings)
El pastor y maestro John MacArthur ayuda a los lectores a comprender las parabolas de Jesus y como se relacionan con su mensaje completo.Jesus fue un maestro de la narracion, y las parabolas que el conto eran ingeniosamente retratos sencillos de palabras con profundas lecciones espirituales. Entender las parabolas es un asunto crucial para los seguidores de Jesus. Jesus conto parabolas para que su pueblo pudiera comprender su mensaje sobre el reino de Dios con claridad.El expositor maestro y comentarista biblico John MacArthur ha pasado una vida explicando la Palabra de Dios en terminos claros y comprensibles. En este libro el ayuda a los cristianos a entender las lecciones esenciales contenidas en las mas famosos e influyentes historias cortas que el mundo jamas haya conocido.
... Read moreRight Thinking in a World Gone Wrong
- By: John F. MacArthur
- Narrator: David Cochran Heath
- Length: 7 hours 39 minutes
- Publisher: Blackstone Publishing
- Publish date: January 01, 2017
- Language: English
One of the greatest challenges facing Christians today is the powerful influence of secular thinking. From all directions we’re fed a constant barrage of persuasive―yet unbiblical―worldviews. This makes it difficult to know where to stand on today’s most talked-about issues.
The leadership team at Grace Community Church, along with their pastor, John MacArthur, provide much-needed discernment and clarity in the midst of rampant confusion. Using the Bible as the foundation, you’ll learn how to develop a Christian perspective on key issues, including
political activism;environmentalism;the cult of celebrity;entertainment and escapism;homosexual marriage;abortion, birth control, and surrogacy;euthanasia and suicide;disasters and epidemics;immigration; andGod and the problem of evil.
Also included is a topical reference guide of Bible verses that address key concerns―a guide that will arm you with right thinking and biblical answers to challenging questions.
... Read moreSafe in the Arms of God
- By: John F. MacArthur
- Length: 4 hours 26 minutes
- Publisher: Thomas Nelson
- Publish date: June 21, 2022
- Language: English
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4.36(577 ratings)
The most important question a grieving parent can ask is “is my baby in heaven?”
With scriptural authority and the warmth of a pastor’s heart, bestselling author John MacArthur examines the breadth of the entire Bible and reveals in this compelling book the Heavenly Father’s care for every life.
 
In Safe in the Arms of God, MacArthur provides answers to questions such as:
- What happens to children—those unborn, stillborn, or youngsters—when they die?
- Can you hope to see them again?
- Can you let go of your fear and guilt?
- Can God’s love soothe a wound so jagged?
 
With pastoral compassion yet a focus on candid Biblical truth, Safe in the Arms of God excels at presenting what the Bible has to say on the matter. It provides insights not only to families who have lost small children, but to pastors and Christian leaders who minister to them.
... Read moreSlave
- By: John F. MacArthur
- Narrator: John F. MacArthur
- Length: 5 hours 10 minutes
- Publisher: Thomas Nelson
- Publish date: January 31, 2011
- Language: English
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4.26(2822 ratings)
A COVER-UP OF BIBLICAL PROPORTIONS…
Centuries ago, English translators perpetrated a fraud in the New Testament, and it’s been purposely hidden and covered up ever since. Your own Bible is probably included in the cover-up!
In this book, John MacArthur unveils the essential and clarifying revelation that may be keeping you from a fulfilling–and correct–relationship with God. It’s powerful. It’s controversial. And with new eyes you’ll see the riches of your salvation in a radically new way.
What does it mean to be a Christian the way Jesus defined it? MacArthur says it all boils down to one word:
SLAVE
“We have been bought with a price. We belong to Christ. We are His own possession.”
Endorsements:
“Dr. John MacArthur is never afraid to tell the truth and in this book he does just that. The Christian’s great privilege is to be the slave of Christ. Dr. MacArthur makes it clear that this is one of the Bible’s most succinct ways of describing our discipleship. This is a powerful exposition of Scripture, a convincing corrective to shallow Christianity, a masterful work of pastoral encouragement…a devotional classic.” ?Dr. R. Albert Mohler, President, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary
“John MacArthur expertly and lucidly explains that Jesus frees us from bondage into a royal slavery that we might be His possession. Those who would be His children must, paradoxically, be willing to be His slaves.” ?Dr. R.C. Sproul
“Dr. John MacArthur’s teaching on ‘slavery’ resonates in the deepest recesses of my ‘inner-man.’ As an African-American pastor, I have been there. That is why the thought of someone writing about slavery as being a ‘God-send’ was the most ludicrous, unconscionable thing that I could have ever imagined…until I read this book. Now I see that becoming a slave is a biblical command, completely redefining the idea of freedom in Christ. I don’t want to simply be a ‘follower’ or even just a ‘servant’…but a ‘slave’.” ?The Rev. Dr. Dallas H. Wilson, Jr., Vicar, St. John’s Episcopal Chapel, Charleston, SC
... Read moreStrange Fire
- By: John F. MacArthur
- Narrator: John F. MacArthur
- Length: 11 hours 12 minutes
- Publisher: Thomas Nelson
- Publish date: November 19, 2013
- Language: English
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4.22(1965 ratings)
In Strange Fire, bestselling author and pastor John MacArthur chronicles the unsavory history behind the modern Charismatic movement.
What would God say about those who blatantly misrepresent His Holy Spirit; who exchange true worship for chaotic fits of mindless ecstasy; who replace the biblical gospel with vain illusions of health and wealth; who claim to prophesy in His name yet speak errors; and who sell false hope to desperate people for millions of dollars?
The charismatic movement has always been a breeding-ground for scandal, greed, bad doctrine, and all kinds of spiritual chicanery. As a movement, it is clearly headed the wrong direction. And it is growing at an unprecedented rate.
From the Word of Faith to the New Apostolic Reformation, the Charismatic movement is being consumed by the empty promises of the prosperity gospel. Too many charismatic celebrities promote a “Christianity” without Christ, a Holy Spirit without holiness. And their teaching is having a disastrous influence on a grand scale, as large television networks broadcast their heresies to every part of the world.
In Strange Fire, MacArthur lays out a chilling case against the modern Charismatic movement that includes:
- Rejecting its false prophets.
- Speaking out against their errors.
- Showing true reverence to the Holy Spirit.
- Clinging to the Bible as the inerrant, authoritative Word of God and the one true standard by which all truth claims must be tested.
Terrorism, Jihad, and the Bible
- By: John F. MacArthur
- Length: 3 hours 5 minutes
- Publisher: Thomas Nelson
- Publish date: December 20, 2022
- Language: English
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3.92(61 ratings)
September 11, 2001 saw the deadliest attack ever launched on American soil, leaving us asking questions such as: Why did God permit such a thing to happen? Was the attack a divine judgment or was it merely an atrocity perpetrated by the forces of evil? How can human beings be capable of such diabolical savagery in the name of religion? And what is the right course of action for our government to take? John MacArthur points us to the Bible for answers to these and many other questions arising out the recent atrocities. He educates readers to the roots of the conflict, linking the religious and political issues that underlie the current turmoil to the Old Testament.
... Read moreThe Battle for the Beginning
- By: John F. MacArthur
- Length: 8 hours 42 minutes
- Publisher: Thomas Nelson
- Publish date: January 25, 2022
- Language: English
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4.14(447 ratings)
The battle lines have been drawn. Is the enemy winning?
“Thanks to the theory of evolution,” writes best-selling author John MacArthur, “naturalism is now the dominant religion of modern society. Less than a century and a half ago, Charles Darwin popularized the credo for this secular religion. Naturalism has now replaced Christianity as the main religion of the Western world, and evolution has become its principal dogma.”
Many Christians who claim to believe that the Bible is God’s revealed truth seem willing to allow modern scientific theories to replace the Genesis account of creation. Such compromises present a conspicuous danger. Bible teacher and pastor, John MacArthur, believes that in Genesis 1-3 we find the foundation of every doctrine that is essential to the Christian faith?the vital underpinnings for everything we believe.
The Battle for the Beginning draws a clear line on today’s theological landscape. “Everything in Scripture that teaches about sin and redemption assumes the literal truth of the first three chapters of Genesis. If we wobble to any degree on the truth of this passage,” John MacArthur insists, “we undermind the very foundations¬†of our faith.”
... Read moreThe Book on Leadership
- By: John F. MacArthur
- Narrator: John F. MacArthur
- Length: 3 hours 23 minutes
- Publisher: Thomas Nelson
- Publish date: January 12, 2013
- Language: English
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4.14(1057 ratings)
Our country is facing a leadership crisis, with fewer leaders available than are needed. Even more distressing, the church is facing the same crisis. Failures in church leadership seem to be at an epidemic level, reminding us of the adage, “As the leaders go, so go the people.” With so much at stake, how can we raise up effective leaders who have genuine and lasting impact on their charge?
Author John MacArthur writes on more than 60 traits every leader needs. These elements of character form the framework from which MacArthur details the qualifications and responsibilities of effective leaders, no matter if they are full-time staff members or Christians seeking to serve God at church, home, work, and with friends.
... Read moreThe God Who Loves
- By: John F. MacArthur
- Narrator: John F. MacArthur
- Length: 8 hours 58 minutes
- Publisher: Thomas Nelson
- Publish date: June 29, 2021
- Language: English
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4.42(52 ratings)
“God is love.”
It’s the most basic definition of God in Scriptures, but so profound that it’s often misunderstood. In this probing book, a brilliant Bible expositor brings us into the very heart of God by answering such questions as:
- If God is love, how could He send anyone to hell?
- What’s the difference between the loving God of the New Testament and the angry God of the Old Testament?
- If God is love, why did He require His Son to die such a cruel death on the Cross?
- How can God be both loving and jealous?
The author argues against the two polar views of God as a sentimental grandfather whose doting love could not bring him to punishment of the disobedient and God as an angry tyrant who would rule by threats. “Both extremes paint a distorted picture of God and further confuse the issue of understanding God’s love,” Dr. MacArthur writes. He insists that what God loves is actually defined by what He hates, and that neither His love nor His wrath can be understood in isolation from the other.
Although the author is clearly aware of the way great men have grappled with these issues in the history of the Church, his doctrinal presentations arise more from the biblical text than from dogmatic theology. He examines in detail the way John?”the apostle of love”?treats love in his First Epistle, then fleshes out the doctrine of God’s love in vivid representations of real people interacting with divine love.
... Read moreThe Gospel According to Jesus
- By: John F. MacArthur
- Length: 12 hours 28 minutes
- Publisher: Zondervan
- Publish date: September 08, 2009
- Language: English
The first edition of The Gospel According to Jesus won wide acclaim in confronting the “easy-believism” that has characterized some aspects of evangelical Christianity. Over the past 50 years, a handful of books have become true classics, revered world-wide for their crystal-clear presentation of the Gospel and lauded for their contribution to the Christian faith. These extraordinary books are read, re-read, and discussed in churches, Bible study groups, and homes everywhere. John MacArthur’s The Gospel According to Jesus is one of those books. In The Gospel According to Jesus, MacArthur tackles the idea of “easy believism,” challenging Christians to re-evaluate their commitment to Christ by examining their fruits. MacArthur asks, “What does it really mean to be saved?” He urges readers to understand that their conversion was more than a mere point in time, that, by definition, it includes a lifetime of obediently walking with Jesus as Lord. This 20th anniversary edition of MacArthur’s provocative, Scripture-based book contains one new chapterand is further revised to provide Christians in the 21st century a fresh perspective on the intrinsic relationship between faith and works, clearly revealing Why Jesus is both Savior and Lord to all who believe.
... Read moreThe Gospel According to Paul
- By: John F. MacArthur
- Length: 8 hours 24 minutes
- Publisher: Thomas Nelson
- Publish date: April 04, 2017
- Language: English
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4.45(415 ratings)
From Bible teacher John MacArthur, a revelatory exploration of what the apostle Paul actually taught about the Good News of Jesus.
The apostle Paul penned a number of very concise, focused passages in his letters to the early church that summarize the gospel message in just a few well-chosen words. Each of these key texts has a unique emphasis highlighting some essential aspect of the Good News of Jesus Christ. The chapters in this revelatory new book closely examine those vital gospel texts, one verse at a time.
John MacArthur, host of the popular media ministry Grace to You, tackles such questions as:
- What is the gospel?
- What are the essential elements of the message?
- How can we be certain we have it right?
- And how should Christians be proclaiming the Good News to the world?
As always, the answers John MacArthur gives are clear, compelling, well-reasoned, easy to grasp, and above all, thoroughly biblical. The Gospel According to Paul is written in a style that is easily accessible to lay people, including those who know very little about the Bible, while being of great value to seasoned pastors and experienced ministers. 
The Gospel According to Paul is the third in a series of books on the gospel by John MacArthur including – The Gospel According to Jesus and The Gospel According to the Apostles. The Gospel According to Paul is also available in Spanish, Evangelio según Pablo.
... Read moreThe Inerrant Word
- By: John F. MacArthur
- Narrator: Bob Souer
- Length: 14 hours 23 minutes
- Publisher: Blackstone Publishing
- Publish date: January 01, 2016
- Language: English
Because God has made himself known in his word, a commitment to a high view of scripture is of paramount importance. Sadly, more and more people–not only from outside the church but also from within–are denying the complete truthfulness of God’s word.
Edited by pastor John MacArthur, this compilation of essays by a host of evangelical pastors, theologians, historians, and biblical scholars contends that the Bible is completely true and without error–a foundational belief for those who claim to honor God and his word. Exploring key Bible passages, events from church history, common criticisms, and pastoral applications, the contributors in this volume instill Christians with both the certainty and the courage to defend the inerrancy of God’s word–the means by which God has revealed himself and awakens sinners from death to life.
... Read moreThe Jesus Answer Book
- By: John F. MacArthur
- Narrator: John F. MacArthur
- Length: 3 hours 1 minutes
- Publisher: Thomas Nelson
- Publish date: October 18, 2022
- Language: English
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4.61(75 ratings)
Answers to the most-asked questions about Jesus.
PeopleAEs opinions about and understanding of Jesus shape the very course of their lives. Perhaps that is why Jesus is the most loved and hated, cherished and scorned, figure in human history. This book is ideal for people with questions regarding specific topics, teachings, or actions of Jesus. Whether a longtime believer, someone seeking the truth, or even a skeptic, The Jesus Answer Book provides succinct answers to key questions about the Son of God.
In The Jesus Answer Book, bestselling author John MacArthur offers biblically based answers to the most commonly asked questions about the life and person of Jesus. Divided topically to answer questions about JesusAE birth, life, death, resurrection, return, and deity, this book also answers questions about what Jesus means to humanity and how people can come to know Him personally.
Includes answers to frequently asked questions such as: How can we believe in the virgin birth of Jesus?, Why did Jesus have to be baptized by John the Baptist?, What miracle is recorded in all four gospels?, What about JesusAE teaching attracted peopleAEs attention?, Why didnAEt the religious leaders of His day accept Jesus?, Why didnAEt Jesus say anything in His defense?, How was the crucifixion part of GodAEs plan?, and How can we be sure that Jesus actually rose from the dead?
Features & Benefits:
- The Answer Book series has combined sales of over 470,000 and growing
- Trusted content from bestelling author John MacArthur
- Excellent resource for students and new Christians who are searching for answers about Jesus
- Easy-to-navigate Q&A format with nearly 150 questions allows for quick access to specific questions and answers
The Jesus You Can’t Ignore
- By: John F. MacArthur
- Narrator: John F. MacArthur
- Length: 3 hours 28 minutes
- Publisher: Thomas Nelson
- Publish date: July 27, 2009
- Language: English
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4.31(628 ratings)
Do you have any idea who Jesus really is?
“What you think of Jesus Christ will thoroughly color how you think about everything else,” writes John MacArthur.
This is a critical truth in the life of every believer. Our view of Jesus affects the way we view God, the world, ourselves, and every one of our decisions.
These days, Jesus is often portrayed as a pacifist, a philanthropist, or a docile teacher. He strikes a plastic–and sometimes pathetic–pose in the minds of many. Some prefer the meek and mild Jesus who heals the sick, calms fears, and speaks of peace and goodwill. These things do represent a portion of the Messiah. But tragically, too many have never been exposed to the rest of him. They have never seen a full 360-degree view of the Savior. Until now.
Like an investigative journalist on a mission, best-selling author and teacher John MacArthur walks through the gospel records and shows you a remarkable and compelling picture of the Jesus you can’t ignore.
... Read moreThe Murder of Jesus
- By: John F. MacArthur
- Narrator: John F. MacArthur
- Length: 7 hours 42 minutes
- Publisher: Thomas Nelson
- Publish date: June 29, 2021
- Language: English
The pieces are in place. The curtain rises for the final act. God is about to die.
An unprecedented conspiracy of injustice, cruelty, and religious and political interests sentenced a man guilty of no crimes to the most barbaric method of execution ever devised. The victim was no mere man. Jesus was God in the flesh. The Creator of life died.
How did such a thing come to be? Who were the onlookers, the players, the fakes, frauds, and heroes? What was it like in the Upper Room that night, in the shadows of Gethsemane, or in the Praetorium awaiting Pilate’s verdict? What is the meaning of the last words Jesus uttered as He gasped for breath on the cross? What if all the facts you now so well could come alive in your mind and heart as a living story, rather than as a 2000-year-old ancient account?
By piecing together the narrative from the perspective of the participants, John MacArthur invites you to relive the most awesome injustice in the history of man, the unparalleled triumph of the sovereignty of God, and the passion of Christ.
... Read moreThe Prodigal Son
- By: John F. MacArthur
- Narrator: John F. MacArthur
- Length: 6 hours 59 minutes
- Publisher: Thomas Nelson
- Publish date: July 26, 2022
- Language: English
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4.36(660 ratings)
The Parable of the Prodigal Son still stands out as a crucial lesson about our struggle with sin and dependence on divine salvation. There is a part of this story that often goes untold, but it’s a message you need to hear.
Nearly two thousand years ago, Jesus told a simple parable about a family . . . a father and his two sons. It was a story of rebellion, repentance, and unfathomable grace that is beautiful in its simplicity and rich in God’s forgiveness.
Previously published as A Tale of Two Sons, pastor-teacher and author John MacArthur provides:
- fascinating new insight into one of the Bible’s most important stories
- the parable of the prodigal son as it was originally intended.
- twenty-two verses from Luke that will reawaken you to a new understanding of God’s love and the joy our repentance brings to Him.
Using accurate and captivating historical context, The Prodigal Son allows you to experience a tale of inexhaustible grace and an ending you’ve never heard before.
... Read moreThe Prodigal Son: Audio Bible Studies
- By: John F. MacArthur
- Narrator: John F. MacArthur
- Length: 49 minutes
- Publisher: HarperChristian Resources
- Publish date: May 03, 2022
- Language: English
Two thousand years ago, Jesus told a simple story about a father and his two sons. This tale stands out because it is a story about each of us and our struggle with sin. Whether we identify with the rebellion of the younger son or the self-righteousness of the older brother, we all are in need of our Father’s grace, mercy, and forgiveness.
In this five-session study, pastor and bestselling author John MacArthur provides fascinating new insights into this parable as he takes you step-by-step through each part of the tale. You will explore not only the shocking actions of the younger son in his rebellion but also the coldhearted attitude of the older brother toward his family. You will find a reflection of yourself in each of these two sons–and come to understand, in a fresh and new way, what God does to find you where you are and bring you back to Him.
Sessions include:
- Parables: Unveiling God’s Truth through Stories (9:30)
- Repentance: Facing the Agony of Being Lost (11:00)
- Forgiveness: Experiencing Our Father’s Love (9:00)
- Pretense: Looking Good Isn’t Good Enough (10:00)
- Grace: Receiving Our Most Amazing Gift (11:00)
Coordinating study guide available separately.
The Audio Bible Studies series provides a unique audio learning experience. Unlike a traditional audiobook’s direct narration of a book’s text, this audio Bible study includes high-quality, live audio sessions from the author that cover important Bible-based topics. These sessions will reflect the ambiance of the unique recording locations, immersing the listener into the teaching. While not required for the audio experience, these studies are designed to partner with the coordinating study guide, sold separately.
... Read moreThe Truth About Forgiveness
- By: John F. MacArthur
- Narrator: John F. MacArthur
- Length: 2 hours 34 minutes
- Publisher: Thomas Nelson
- Publish date: April 06, 2021
- Language: English
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4.23(190 ratings)
“The greatest measuring rod of love in the life of a Christian may be forgiveness, because God showed His love to us in terms of forgiveness.” ?John MacArthur
Does anyone really want to forgive? Or admit that we need forgiveness? Whether we’re giving or receiving, forgiveness is hard. It seems unfair. It feels unnatural. And as best-selling author and pastor John MacArthur demonstrates, forgiveness apart from Christ is unnatural. It is only as we understand our need, Christ’s power and example, and what it really means to love that we can embrace two of the most liberating acts of love: forgiving and being forgiven.
The Truth About Series
For decades MacArthur has encouraged countless Christians to develop a deeper understanding of the Bible and a greater respect for God’s truth. In The Truth About series, he now gathers his landmark teachings about core aspects of the Christian faith in one place. These powerful books are designed to give readers a focused experience that centers on God’s character and how it applies to their daily walk of faith.
... Read moreThe Truth About Grace
- By: John F. MacArthur
- Narrator: John F. MacArthur
- Length: 2 hours 41 minutes
- Publisher: Thomas Nelson
- Publish date: April 06, 2021
- Language: English
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4.32(91 ratings)
“Is the experience of God’s grace in your life a thrilling thing? Just thinking about the fact that God, by His own sovereign plan, decided to be gracious to me is overwhelming. There is nothing greater than receiving grace upon grace.” –John MacArthur
Simple definitions can make grace feel like an obvious?even mundane?concept. Nothing could be further from the truth. Grace is the defining feature of the Christian faith. Once we understand how undeserving we are and how much favor we’ve been given, grace becomes shocking, thrilling, inspiring, and contagious.
Best-selling author and pastor John MacArthur illuminates this profound concept with verse upon verse of Scripture. He also shows that misunderstandings about grace have led to some of the church’s greatest problems, perhaps because grace is her most precious gift.
The Truth About Series
For decades, MacArthur has encouraged countless Christians to develop a deeper understanding of the Bible and a greater respect for God’s truth. In The Truth About series, he now gathers his landmark teachings about core aspects of the Christian faith in one place. These powerful books are designed to give readers a focused experience that centers on God’s character and how it applies to their daily walk of faith.
... Read moreThe Truth About the Lordship of Christ
- By: John F. MacArthur
- Narrator: John F. MacArthur
- Length: 3 hours 9 minutes
- Publisher: Thomas Nelson
- Publish date: April 06, 2021
- Language: English
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4.04(85 ratings)
“Becoming a Christian means being sick of your sin, longing for forgiveness and rescue from present evil and future hell, and affirming your commitment to the Lordship of Christ to the point where you are willing to forsake everything. I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again: it isn’t just holding up your hand or walking down an aisle and saying, ‘I love Jesus.'” ?John MacArthur
Best-selling author and pastor John MacArthur brings his deep knowledge of Scripture to this foundational subject. Step by step, he walks through the impact of God’s sovereignty, our submission, the characteristics of holy living, and our assurance of salvation. MacArthur makes the case that the Christian life is full and rich?but not easy. It requires sacrifice, perseverance, and transformation in the ongoing process of becoming more like Christ. And it is absolutely worth the cost.
The Truth About Series
For decades, MacArthur has encouraged countless Christians to develop a deeper understanding of the Bible and a greater respect for God’s truth. In The Truth About Series, he now gathers his landmark teachings about core aspects of the Christian faith in one place. These powerful books are designed to give readers a focused experience that centers on God’s character and how it applies to their daily walk of faith.
... Read moreThe Truth War
- By: John F. MacArthur
- Narrator: John F. MacArthur
- Length: 3 hours 43 minutes
- Publisher: Thomas Nelson
- Publish date: June 30, 2009
- Language: English
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4.28(1549 ratings)
Right now, truth is under attack, and much is at stake. Perhaps no one in America is more passionate than John MacArthur about exposing those who are mounting this attack?especially those bringing the assault right into the church.
There is no middle ground?no safe zone for the uncommitted in this war. The battle for truth is raging, and this book reveals:
- The pitfalls of postmodern thinking
- Why the Emerging Church Movement is inherently flawed
- Past skirmishes in the Truth War and their effect on the Church
- The importance of truth and certainty in a postmodern society
- How to identify and address the errors and false teachings smuggled into churches
“[The postmodern age] is the age of no truth, an age that has reached a point of deadly fatigue when it comes to facing the truth?a generation that no longer believes truth can be known. Dr. John MacArthur knows better, and he is armed with the courage to confront this age with a bold defense of truth. . . . His argument is compelling, his defense of truth is brilliant, and his concern for the church is evident on every page. The evangelical church desperately needs this book, and it arrives just in time.” ?R. Albert Mohler Jr., President, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary
... Read moreThe Vanishing Conscience
- By: John F. MacArthur
- Length: 9 hours 16 minutes
- Publisher: Thomas Nelson
- Publish date: February 15, 2022
- Language: English
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4.34(315 ratings)
Are you losing your ability to recognize sin? Are you becoming a person who finds it easy to shift blame, deny guilt, or excuse moral failure in yourself or others?
In this challenging yet compelling book, John MacArthur encourages you to confront the culture’s flight from moral responsibility. With sound biblical truth, this book shows how and why sin must be dealt with if you are to live in a way that pleases God. With clairty and insight, John MacArthur provides you with solutions for attaining a personal holiness that can take you from living a life of blame and denial to one of peace and freedom.
Praise for The Vanishing Conscience:
“. . . a wake-up call and an alarm to jolt the sleeping church. Not all will like it, but all should read it. In this day of morality by majority, self-centered ministry, and twilight-zone theology, a clear word like this is long overdue.” ?Dr. Adrian Rogers, Pastor, Bellevue Baptist Church
“. . . a clear and prophetic word that we must hear and heed.” ?Dr. Joseph M. Stowell, President, Moody Bible Institute
“With the clarion call of a prophet, MacArthur points us back to something we have forgotten: the value and importance of a clean conscience.” ?Greg Laurie, Senior Pastor, Harvest Christian Fellowship
... Read moreTwelve Extraordinary Women
- By: John F. MacArthur
- Length: 3 hours 48 minutes
- Publisher: Thomas Nelson
- Publish date: June 30, 2009
- Language: English
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4.09(5264 ratings)
Twelve Extraordinary Women offers a poignant and personal look into the lives of some of the Bible’s most faithful women, teaching modern believers that true faith can leave a lasting legacy.
These women were ordinary, common, and in some cases even ostracized and rejected by society, yet each was made extraordinary by her life-changing encounter with God.
In Twelve Extraordinary Women, bestselling author and Bible teacher John MacArthur shows us that the God to whom they were so faithful is the same God who continues to mold and guide us today.
As you meet these women in Scripture and get to know more about their lives and characters, they will challenge you, motivate you, encourage you, and inspire you with love for the God whom they trusted, served, and loved, teaching us that:
- Our personal struggles and temptations are the very same kinds of trials that all believers of all ages have confronted
- Even in the midst of our trouble, God remains eternally faithful
- Through God, anyone can become extraordinary
From Eve to the Samaritan Woman, these twelve women each serve as reminders of both our frailty and our potential. Together, they all point us to Christ and His grace.
... Read moreTwelve Extraordinary Women
- By: John F. MacArthur
- Narrator: John F. MacArthur
- Length: 7 hours 40 minutes
- Publisher: Thomas Nelson
- Publish date: November 24, 2020
- Language: English
They were ordinary, common, and in some cases shockingly low-caste, yet each was made extraordinary by her life-changing encounter with God.
Twelve Extraordinary Women offers a poignant and personal look into the lives of some of the Bible’s most faithful women. Their struggles and temptations are the same trials faced by all believers at all ages. Inside this book, bestselling author and Bible teacher John MacArthur shows that the God to whom they were so committed is the same God who continues to mold and use ordinary people today.
Twelve Extraordinary Women features the stories of:
- Eve
- Sarah
- Rahab
- Ruth
- Hannah
- Mary
- Anna
- The Samaritan Woman
- Martha and Mary
- Mary Magdalene
- Lydia
A study guide and accompanying table are available in the audiobook companion PDF download.
... Read moreTwelve Ordinary Men
- By: John F. MacArthur
- Narrator: John F. MacArthur
- Length: 7 hours 46 minutes
- Publisher: Thomas Nelson
- Publish date: January 26, 2021
- Language: English
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4.14(4778 ratings)
You don’t have to be perfect to do God’s work. Look no further than the twelve disciples, whose many weaknesses are forever preserved throughout the pages of the New Testament. Join bestselling author John MacArthur in Twelve Ordinary Men as he draws principles from Christ’s careful, hands-on training of the original disciples for today’s modern disciple, you!
Jesus chose ordinary men–fishermen, tax collectors, political zealots–and turned their weakness into strength, producing greatness from people who were otherwise unremarkable. The twelve disciples weren’t the stained-glass saints we imagine. On the contrary, they were truly human, all too prone to mistakes, misstatements, wrong attitudes, lapses of faith, and bitter failure. Simply put, they were flawed people, just like us. But under Jesus’ teaching and touch, they became a force that forever changed the world.
MacArthur takes you into the inner circle of the disciples–their selection, their training, their personalities, and their incredible impact. As MacArthur took a closer look at the lives of the twelve disciples, he found himself asking difficult questions along the way, including:
- Why did Jesus pick each of the twelve disciples?
- How did Jesus teach them everything he could in just eighteen short months?
- Can the lessons that Jesus taught the disciples can still influence our faith today?
In Twelve Ordinary Men, you’ll learn that disciples are living proof that God’s strength is made perfect in weakness. As you get to know the men who walked with Jesus, you’ll see that if he can accomplish his purposes through them, he can do the same through you.
... Read moreTwelve Unlikely Heroes
- By: John F. MacArthur
- Narrator: John F. MacArthur
- Length: 8 hours 8 minutes
- Publisher: Thomas Nelson
- Publish date: October 01, 2019
- Language: English
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4.26(484 ratings)
What kind of people does God use to accomplish His work?Far from the childrenAEs tales depicted in picture books and nursery rhymes, the men and women highlighted in the Bible were unnervingly real. They faltered. They struggled. And at times, they fell short. Yet God worked through them in surprising and incredible ways to accomplish His purposes. Scripture does not hide their weaknesses, caricature their strengths, or spin their stories as a display of human nobility. Instead, it describes these heroes of the faith with unflinching honesty and delivers an unexpected ending: oGod is not ashamed to be called their Godo (Hebrews 11:16).In Twelve Unlikely Heroes, pastor and best-selling author John MacArthur uses his deep knowledge of the Bible and history to take us back to see these three-dimensional men and women in their own times and cultures. In doing so, it becomes clear how their dramatic stories apply to us today. People who might at first seem foreign quickly become familiar and unforgettableuparticularly as they reveal the true Hero behind every witness, the power counterbalancing every weakness, othe Author and Finisher of our faitho (Hebrews 12:1).
... Read moreWelcome to the Family
- By: John F. MacArthur
- Length: 3 hours 1 minutes
- Publisher: Thomas Nelson
- Publish date: March 07, 2023
- Language: English
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4.21(39 ratings)
You’ve responded to God’s call?surrendering yourself to His will?and now your life will never be the same. By becoming a follower of Jesus Christ, you’ve not only secured an eternal home in heaven, but you’ve also begun a one-on-one relationship with the Maker of the universe!
When you received Jesus as your Lord and Savior, you became part of His family, one filled with brothers and sisters in the faith?both within your local church as well as around the world.
This is an exciting time for you as a new believer . . . the guilt of your sins has been forever lifted from your shoulders. The gray cloud of hopelessness has left. The light of Christ has penetrated your life, and you’re experiencing life like never before. Dr. John MacArthur wants to be one of the first to welcome you to God’s family and to help you along the way.
... Read moreWhy Government Can’t Save You
- By: John F. MacArthur
- Narrator: John F. MacArthur
- Length: 5 hours 24 minutes
- Publisher: Thomas Nelson
- Publish date: June 08, 2021
- Language: English
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3.91(117 ratings)
The Lord did not come as a political deliverer or social reformer. He did not rally supporters in a grandiose attempt to “capture the culture” for morality or greater political and religious freedom. Rather, His divine calling was to rescue the lost souls of individual men and women from sin and hell.
In Why Government Can’t Save You: An Alternative to Political Activism, John MacArthur illustrates through Scripture that regardless of the numerous immoral, unjust, and ungodly failures of secular government, believers are to pray and to seek to influence the world for Christ by godly, selfless, and peaceful living under that authority, not by protests against the government or acts of civil disobedience. Dr. MacArthur will explore the following areas:
- Christians’ responsibility to authority
- How and why we should support our leaders
- How to live righteously in a pagan culture
- Principle of paying taxes
- Jesus’ lessons on tax exemptions
- Biblical purpose of government
- Principle and reasons for civil obedience
“To devote all, or even most, of our time, energy, money, and strategy to putting a facade of morality on the world or the appearance of ‘rightness’ over our governmental and political institutions is to badly misunderstand our roles as Christians in a spiritually lost world.” ?John MacArthur
A study guide is available in the audiobook companion PDF download.
... Read moreWhy One Way?
- By: John F. MacArthur
- Length: 1 hours 21 minutes
- Publisher: Thomas Nelson
- Publish date: April 11, 2023
- Language: English
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4.25(153 ratings)
A concise guide to understanding how and why the ancient Christian faith makes sense for today and a blueprint for communicating truth to a “truthless” and cynical generation.The book is centered around 6 key principles: objectivity, rationality, veracity, authority, incompatibility and integrity. In the ultimate apologetic, John MacArthur presents a case for Christianity that serves as a logical explanation as much as a solid defense.
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