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Moody Church Hour

Pastor Philip Miller

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This Sunday morning program provides a meaningful worship service for those far from God or unable to attend a local church. With insightful teaching from Pastor Philip Miller and joyous congregational worship, you’re invited to join Jesus on the journey of a lifetime.
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Equipped with Chris Brooks encourages you to grow spiritually, think critically, and live compassionately in your community. Interact with Chris as he empowers you to live out the gospel in a rapidly changing culture. This live, one-hour program, airing weekdays at noon CT, features special guests and welcomes your participation by callling in and by plugging in through social media.
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Each week, join Pastor Erwin Lutzer, from The Moody Church, for a brief conversational teaching about the Bible and the Christian life. With over 40 years of ministry experience, Pastor Lutzer offers solid biblical truths that both instruction and transform as we apply God's Word together.
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A young Jewish carpenter-turned-Rabbi turned the world upside down with His Sermon on the Mount. He announced blessing for the least, the last, and the left behind. In this message from Matthew 5, Pastor Philip Miller explores three unexpected themes from Jesus’ beatitudes. Many who are first will be last, and many who are last will be first. This …
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What do you do when you mess up? What if you made many bad choices and your life is far from perfect? Today author and pastor Chris Rappazini tells real-life stories from the Bible and his own life about people who found restoration and love through the God of Second Chances!  There is always hope if you are ready to honestly face your mess and see…
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Whether you lead an organization, a sports team, or a family, we can speak words of life that will inspire our people to unleash their potential. Leadership expert Dr. Tim Irwin combines brain science and the wisdom of top CEOs to reveal a new approach that brings out the best in those we lead! If we want to see a change in our team, we must let th…
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Our modern world is dominated by divisive and corrupt political kingdoms. Whose kingdom will we live for? In this message introducing Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount from Matthew 4, Pastor Philip Miller shares three ironic realities about the kingdom of God. What if the upside-down way of Jesus is, in fact, the right-side up way of life? This month’s sp…
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Is it possible to keep your faith intact in the college years? What happens when that professor raises questions you don’t know how to answer? Dr. Michael Kruger has been training young people to answer for their beliefs for over 20 years. If you are a student dealing with doubt or wrestling with objections to Christianity from fellow students and …
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It’s no secret that our children are exposed to false ideas about sexuality at an earlier and earlier age. How can parents counter this with age-appropriate Biblical truth? Chris Brooks introduces a wonderful resource from author and family pastor Marty Machowski. Together they will help us instill in our children God’s view of our bodies and our g…
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When we are faced with hurt, betrayal or fear, it’s easy to question God’s care, goodness or power. Christian apologist Lisa Fields understands these questions! She joins Chris Brooks to explore seven pain points that might be keeping us from fully trusting God, and she’ll share her own journey through disappointment to seeing her true identity in …
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In many ways, the Book of Philippians is a kind of “thank you” note from the apostle Paul. Despite their own hardships, the Philippian believers had pooled their resources and sent a gift to sustain him. In this message from Philippians 4, Pastor Philip Miller notes three values of those who are truly rich. What do we value most in life? This month…
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Secularism has gained a strong foothold in our society and the church is often seen as irrelevant. Christian journalist, researcher, and ministry leader Rick Lawrence believes this is because the contemporary church has edited Jesus to fit a self-centered culture. Today he and Chris discuss how to return the whole, unedited Jesus to the church, and…
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Andy Bannister joins Chris Brooks for another insightful conversation about helping people come to Jesus! Andy uses questions we all ask about life, the world, and issues that matter and shows us how these questions are clues to life’s biggest story! What are you wondering about? Learn how it connects to the Gospel, today on Equipped!EQUIPPERS - Ou…
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Why do Christian kids often lose their faith in college? Chris Brooks explores that question today! Have you sent a child off to college this year? Or are you a veteran parent on the other side of raising college kids? We want to hear from all of you today as we find hope and help for parenting our kids, even after they leave home! EQUIPPERS - Our …
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Satan loves to sow discord and disunity into the church. He’s not creative, but he is effective. In this message from Philippians 4, Pastor Philip Miller uncovers three keys to peace-filled relationships within the church. Let’s overcome disunity by getting past the misapplication of some of the most well-known verses in the Bible. This month’s spe…
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Every moment of every day is an opportunity to be with Jesus and learn from Him. We’re all still growing up—with a lot of maturing ahead of us. In this message from Philippians 2, Pastor Philip Miller walks us through three insights on spiritual maturity while living here but belonging in heaven. Who do you want to be when you “grow up?” This month…
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We all long to be affirmed and approved. Our sense of self and identity determine how we behave and who we become. In this message from Philippians 3, Pastor Philip Miller shows us three basic strategies we can employ to gain a sense of self. What if we found approval from the one Person in all the universe whose opinion matters most? This month’s …
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We, whether knowingly or not, imitate those we are around. So, are we imitating someone who is imitating Christ? In this message, Pastor Philip Miller shows why Paul says Timothy and Epaphroditus are models of Christ-likeness. They embodied three levels of service, as emissaries, as encouragers, and as exemplaries. This month’s special offer is ava…
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What makes someone great? While society’s definition of greatness focuses on the external, God’s idea of greatness centers on the internal. In this message from Philippians 2, Pastor Philip Miller provides four insights about true greatness: its priority, model, secret, and beauty. Let’s get back to the basics of being humble, servant-hearted Chris…
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We all have a core reason to go on living. Imagine what the apostle Paul must have felt under house arrest: anxiety, self-pity, helplessness, or even bitterness. In this message from Philippians 1, Pastor Philip Miller shows Paul’s model of a life worthy of the Gospel. What if Christ were our reason for rejoicing, our purpose in living, and our mea…
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Life is complex. But the truth of the Gospel of Jesus Christ changes everything. In this message from Philippians 1, Pastor Philip Miller shares four fruits of the Gospel which change our family, our priorities, and our destiny. Let’s get back to the basics of a joyful life in God, bearing abundant fruit. This month’s special offer is available for…
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We’re called to reach a culture that has rejected God and run in the other direction. Could God be inviting us to embody the scandal of His grace towards our enemies? In this message from Jonah 4, Pastor Philip Miller shares the shocking ending of Jonah’s call to Ninevah. Let’s discover the do’s and don’ts of sharing God’s heart for our enemies. Th…
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We might think the Old Testament only portrays the wrath and judgment of God. But God’s enduring character is displayed throughout the entire Bible, including His unrelenting grace. In this message from Jonah 3, Pastor Philip Miller helps us see afresh three aspects of God’s posture towards undeserving people. God is so quickly moved toward compass…
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Just as coal must be crushed to become a diamond, there’s a brokenness we must learn to be useful to God. When Jonah came to the end of himself in the belly of the great fish, he prays a beautiful poem. In this message, Pastor Philip Miller points out four pivotal moments of Jonah’s prayer. God-ordained trials might just be our redemption. This mon…
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When we run and hide from God, God comes looking for us. Jonah tried to run, but God sent a ferocious storm and a giant fish to bring him back—because God loved Jonah. In this message, Pastor Philip Miller notes three movements in God’s relentless pursuit of Jonah. God never gives up on those He loves. This month’s special offer is available for a …
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When God speaks, everyone is supposed to listen. But the story of Jonah is for people like us who run from God and need second chances. In this message, Pastor Philip Miller explores three themes from Jonah’s story: an uncomfortable call, an unexpected flight, and an unrelenting grace. God will never stop pursuing us. This month’s special offer is …
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Supernatural evil does exist. Paul uses the analogy of a Roman soldier armed for battle to describe the spiritual protection that is ours in Jesus Christ. In this message from Ephesians 6, Pastor Philip Miller zeroes in on the reason, function, and source of the armor of God. We have all we need to fight off Satan’s attacks. This month’s special of…
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The Gospel matters all day, every day. It has implications for all of life, especially in family and work relationships. In this message from Ephesians 6, Pastor Philip Miller explores eight principles for our relationships, from supervisors and employees to parents and children. Our relationship with God changes all our other relationships. This m…
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The world views marriage as a path to societal stability or to personal fulfillment. What is the Christian understanding of marriage? In this message from Ephesians 5, Pastor Philip Miller lays out the shape, call, and purpose of Christian marriage. Both marriage and singleness are meant to display the nature of God’s love. This month’s special off…
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The change that God intends to bring into our lives isn’t superficial. The power of the triune God is forming us into the image of Christ. In this message from Ephesians 5, Pastor Philip Miller walks us through God’s three-dimensional transformation: upward, outward, and inward. The deep, comprehensive change we need is beyond our doing. This month…
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Our new family in Christ doesn’t live like other families do. Living in God’s house, as part of His family, means the house rules have changed. In this message, Pastor Philip Miller contrasts our “old self” with how we are called to walk in our new life in Christ. Let’s consider five examples of what a Spirit-led life in God’s family looks like. Th…
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If God is so loving, why doesn't He intervene in human suffering? Yet God loves us in ways we do not understand. Pastor Lutzer confronts our expectations of love from Romans 8, giving hope in our suffering. As children of God, we are loved eternally, even as Jesus is loved. This episode was originally published April 22, 2019 as “The Attributes of …
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If we’re God’s children, how does God want us to live? Paul’s letter to the Ephesians addresses the whole church to answer this question. In this message from Ephesians 4, Pastor Philip Miller focuses on three indications of interdependency within the church: unity, diversity, and maturity. We all have different gifts, but we belong to one body. Th…
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What does it mean that God loves the "world"? The love is God is a difficult teaching, especially when we consider His hatred for sin and evil. Pastor Lutzer explores the deeper questions related to John 3:16. Each of us is invited to love God in return and be loved eternally. This episode was originally published April 15, 2019 as “The Attributes …
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God hears and listens to children He loves. Paul’s prayer in Ephesians 3 is one of the most powerful and glorious prayers recorded in the Bible. In this message, Pastor Philip Miller shows us how prayer is our lifeline to God. By walking us through Paul’s prayer, we’re encouraged to pray in full confidence. This month’s special offer is available f…
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If we are saved, there is nothing we can do to convince God to love us more or less. The redeemed are loved with the same love as Jesus. Pastor Lutzer ponders the implications for believers because of God's unconditional love. Is such a love fair? This episode was originally published April 8, 2019 as “The Attributes of God | Week 14: Love.”…
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What makes suffering for Christ worthwhile? In the Gospel, all our hardship, pain, and loss have a purpose. In this message, Pastor Philip Miller unpacks God’s surprising plot twist that makes our sacrifices worth it. God uses ordinary sinners, like Paul suffering for the Gospel in prison, to enact God’s wondrous Gospel story. This month’s special …
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Society wants to believe any kind of "love" is God. But the true nature of God's love is actually difficult when we try to reconcile it with what's happening in the world. Pastor Lutzer explores the origin of the love of God to define it biblically. Can we really understand the complex love of God? This episode was originally published April 1, 201…
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Easter Sunday marks the turning of the tide. The power of sin is shattered, the chains of Satan are broken, and the dominion of death is conquered. In this message, Pastor Philip Miller identifies three seismic shifts in our world because of the empty tomb: historically, philosophically, and spiritually. Jesus’ resurrection changes everything. This…
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Many people come to God thinking they deserve something from Him. But all our efforts and achievements do not make us more deserving. Pastor Lutzer reflects on how we can have the unique privilege of accessing God’s throne from the book of Hebrews. Our confidence in approaching God must rest in His character. This episode was originally published M…
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Like a cross, salvation works on both a vertical and a horizontal axis. Salvation reconciles us with God, and it reconciles us with one another. In this message, Pastor Philip Miller shows us three stages in the story of our adoption into God’s family. Is it possible to break down the walls that divide us? This month’s special offer is available fo…
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Most Christians believe God provided salvation at the cross but our contribution is to believe. In fact, Jesus was crucified within the providence and the predetermined plan of God. Pastor Lutzer shares insights into how God’s mercy is displayed in our salvation. What does it take for people to be redeemed? This episode was originally published Mar…
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All of humanity is born spiritually dead. But by God’s grace, through our faith in Christ alone, we can be made spiritually alive. In this message from Ephesians 2, Pastor Philip Miller relates how our new life in Christ gives us a new purpose in life. Even now, God has prepared good works that we might walk in them. This month’s special offer is a…
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Many wonder how God's mercy can be compatible with His strong penalties for sin. In the Old Testament and the New, God is never changing in His character—always merciful and longsuffering. Pastor Lutzer explores the hope of God's mercy from Leviticus to Lamentations. Where is God’s mercy in the middle of judgment, despair, or grief? This episode wa…
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Christians have a secret identity. Even though we may not feel it at times, through faith in Jesus we are sons and daughters of God. In this message from Ephesians 1, Pastor Philip Miller shares three ways we can be confident of this truth: a bold prayer, a glorious perspective, and immeasurable power. Our secret identity will soon be revealed in g…
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None of us will enter heaven unless we’re as perfect as God. The moment we realize we have nothing to offer God is the moment we receive God’s mercy and grace. Pastor Lutzer observes the basis for God’s mercy and the posture of any sinner who receives mercy. What’s the difference between mercy and grace? This episode was originally published Februa…
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To be alive in Christ is nothing short of a miracle. The Triune God purposed we would be His children. In this message from Ephesians 1, Pastor Philip Miller opens one of the most beautiful and transcendent prayers of blessing for believers. Before time began, God knew us, loved us, and chose us. This month’s special offer is available for a donati…
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In such a broken world, many question why God chose the means He did to achieve His purposes. We may even praise God for who He is, but we wonder if all the evil in the world was truly necessary. Pastor Lutzer considers whether evil could eventually contribute to God’s glory. What if we could see from the standpoint of eternity? This episode was or…
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