Episode 276 - God Never Gives Up on You with Max Lucado

“I realize how frail the flesh can be, how strong temptation can be. The fact that God would not only forgive me, but choose to use me is a daily reminder of His grace.” Today’s special guest is Max Lucado. Max is a pastor, teacher and America’s best-selling inspirational author. He is here to talk about God’s grace, mercy and relentless love through the story of Jacob in the Bible. There is hope, even for us who have a bit of a tilted halo. The Moms in Prayer Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit ChristianParenting.org ABOUT OUR GUEST Max Lucado is a pastor, speaker, and best-selling author who, in his own words, “writes books for people who don’t read books.” He serves the people of Oak Hills Church in San Antonio, Texas, and his message is for the hurting, the guilty, the lonely, and the discouraged: God loves you; let Him. As a writer, Max is known for combining poetic storytelling and homespun humor with the heart of a pastor. Max’s books have sold more than 145 million copies in over 50 languages worldwide. He published On the Anvil, his first trade book, in 1985. His 44th trade book, Help Is Here, was released in 2022. Max’s books regularly appear on bestseller lists, including The New York Times. His writing has also been featured in Bible studies, Bible commentaries, songs, greeting cards, and even plush toys. He is the recipient of the 2021 ECPA Pinnacle Award for his outstanding contribution to the publishing industry. Max and Denalyn now live in San Antonio, Texas. They have three grown daughters, three sons-in-law, and two grandchildren. SCRIPTURES  The Lord said to her, “Two nations are in your womb,     and two peoples from within you will be separated; one people will be stronger than the other,     and the older will serve the younger.” Genesis 25:23 NIV For by grace you have been saved through faith. And this is not your own doing; it is the gift of God, not a result of works, so that no one may boast. Ephesians 2:8-9 ESV So Jacob served seven years for Rachel, and they seemed to him but a few days because of the love he had for her. Genesis 29:20 ESV Do not be deceived: God is not mocked, for whatever one sows, that will he also reap. 8 For the one who sows to his own flesh will from the flesh reap corruption, but the one who sows to the Spirit will from the Spirit reap eternal life. Galatians 6:7-8 ESV  You then, my son, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus. 2 Timothy 2:1 NIV   LINKS Max Lucado’s Website   BOOKS God Never Gives Up on You Help is Here Anxious For Nothing You Are Special (Children’s Book)   MOMS IN PRAYER New to Moms in Prayer? How to get started Moms in Prayer 40th Anniversary Celebration Event Register Your Moms in Prayer Group Support Our Mission