The Winning Walk with Dr. Ed Young - Daily Radio

The hidden childhood years of Jesus reveal an important principle for effective parenting. If you want to help your children determine their life purpose and realize all that God wants to build into their lives, provide opportunities for them to spend time with their Heavenly Father.

Some questions are so important that they need to be answered before any real understanding can be achieved. The teachings of Jesus enable us to walk with Him through His public ministry and learn what He said and what He did so we can answer the question that will make the most significant difference in our lives.

In three parable vignettes, Jesus draws a dividing line between a life built on the rock of commitment to God and His will and purposes and one built on the shifting sand of lip service and worldly “fun and freedom.”

God has placed boundaries in our lives to protect us and those we love, but today’s culture is intent on tearing down those boundaries and destroying our marriages and our families. Only when we live within the boundaries God has given us for our good will we have lives filled with joy, peace, and blessing.

The fabric of America is delicate, but it is also strong. Today, as never before, this fabric is being stretched, and the very foundations upon which America was founded are in danger of crumbling. We must never forget the price that was paid, and continues to be paid, to preserve this nation as the land of the free and the home of the brave.

A culture with no absolute truth is characterized by a constant flurry of counterfeit “truths” that lead to confusion and chaos. As Christians, we must have discernment to separate the true from the false, as well as the biblical knowledge to defend our faith so that we may speak the truth in love and protect our children from the sound of many false voices.

In today’s culture, the biblical definition of marriage and family is under severe attack.  It is increasingly evident that the family, like a house, needs a firm foundation if it is to survive the storms that threaten its stability. Only a firm foundation will enable the family to be strong, to grow, and to become all that it can and should be.

There are injustices in our society, and we know that racial animosity has led to wars, discrimination, and oppression for centuries. The church has a responsibility to advocate for the poor, the sick, and the marginalized, but to also remember that God is no respecter of persons. Only at the cross do we see what true reconciliation looks like.

A dangerous and ungodly challenge to a biblical worldview has infiltrated our schools and the institutions that serve families. Jesus issued a particularly stern warning that is still relevant today to anyone who would place a stumbling block in the path of a child and thereby corrupt the innocence of childhood.

There is only one way to turn a house into a home, and that is to build it God’s way. When you use God’s blueprint, and invite Him to be the general contractor, your home will have a solid foundation and will withstand any storm that may come against it.

There is conflict in any relationship, and marriage is no exception. But there is good news. Whether your marriage is in SOS mode or is simply “so-so,” these clear and practical instructions will help you speak the truth in love and get your relationship back on the road to success.

A good marriage exhibits timing, balance, strength and beauty. The Holy Spirit is the choreographer who provides the instructions and empowers the husband and wife, in full partnership, to dance this wonderful dance of marriage according to God’s design.

To exert a positive influence on our families and our culture, we must be pure in our motives, thoughts, and lifestyle. But impurity can creep into our lives, one small step at a time, unless we avoid the dangers of the gradualism that draws our minds and our bodies away from a walk of obedience and service.

When you invite Jesus to be your Life Coach, He will point you to the Playbook that provides His game plan for the abundant life. This Playbook, the Bible, will teach you how to get out of the stands and into the thrilling experience of a life that works.

Big problems have a way of bringing a husband and wife closer to one another. But little problems – those little inconsistencies, oversights, and negative attitudes – can undermine and destroy a relationship. What we need to keep our marriages sacred, holy and vibrant is exactly what God’s Word provides for us – a security system!

An alarmingly high percentage of men and women report that they, at some time in their lives, have been unfaithful to their marriage vows. Adultery is serious, and it goes against everything God holds sacred. When we learn to recognize some of the underlying causes of adultery, we have taken a big step toward avoiding it.

The Bible has a lot to say about sex! Sexual intimacy is a sacred gift from God to be celebrated in the exclusivity of marriage. When a husband and wife experience the transparency, openness, and sacredness of marriage as God intended, they realize the miracle of God’s divine math in which “one plus one equals one.”

Outside of our relationship with God, marriage is the most important relationship we will ever have. That is why the Bible provides clear principles ton how you and your spouse can become a winning team. Learn to push through any challenges to build a better marriage.

While divorce was never God’s original design for marriage, healing, restoration, and even a stronger love are possible after failure—if a second marriage is built God’s way. The teaching stresses the seriousness of marriage and divorce, the need for spiritual healing and wisdom before remarrying, and the importance of choosing a relationship grounded in shared faith, biblical values, and obedience to God.If love can truly be “lovelier the second time around” when done God’s way, what steps should couples take to build a healthier, Christ-centered marriage the next time?

A successful, joy-filled marriage is not the result of luck – it requires hard work! If you want your marriage to progress from the romance and intimacy of the honeymoon stage to the strength and stability of mature love, you need to avoid, or move through, the challenges that may otherwise lead to depression or divorce.

Strong marriages and struggling marriages both have one thing in common: communication. The difference is that healthy communication is a skill that must be learned and practiced through emotional connection, physical affection, and spiritual intimacy, because real communication is about far more than just words—it’s also tone, body language, and intentional connection. How well are you and your spouse communicating beyond just everyday conversation?

What difference does a shadow make? Our words and our actions send out ripples that have an influence on others. Often that influence is unconscious, but it is also irrevocable. As members of the family of God, we need to stay close to the Light so that we will cast as long a shadow of godly influence as we can.

In our fallen and broken world, it is increasingly challenging to discern what is true so that we can think correctly about human sexuality. Since what we believe determines how we live, this practical message exposes several myths about sexuality and the dangers inherent in them.

In today’s culture there is a total misunderstanding of human sexuality. God invented sex, and His first command to Adam and Eve in the Garden was to be fruitful and multiply. When we follow God’s directions for sexual intimacy in marriage, we will discover the wonder of this special gift of God.

Because our mate knows more about us than anyone else, God will often use our marriage as a mirror that forces us to take an honest look at ourselves. We can trust that when we see ourselves clearly, God will give us the power, through His Holy Spirit, to make the changes that will help us grow in our relationship with Him.

Marriage is the most important relationship we have outside of our relationship with Jesus Christ. Marriage is God’s idea, and He has a plan and a purpose for this important and sacred relationship. God has provided a prescription for having a great marriage – and we can trust that God’s way works.

Is there a prescription for marriage that lasts a lifetime? God’s principles are the only ones that work – every single time. Six key words describe what it takes to get your marriage on the right track and keep it there no matter what may come against it.

It is virtually impossible to overstate the intensity of the attacks on marriage and the family today. How can you protect your marriage or restore a marriage that is struggling? The determining factor is the foundation on which the marriage is built. Protect your marriage by building on a solid biblical foundation.

There is a divine math that takes place in marriage; in the covenant that is marriage, one plus one equals one. Marriages thrive when couples understand that their highest priority is now their mate. You focus on the oneness and unity that is only achieved when your marriage operates on the principles God has given in His Word.

Most of us find it difficult to offer or give true forgiveness. When an affair, betrayal, conflict or little irritations destroy trust or undermine unity in a marriage, we need to understand what is involved in genuine, biblical forgiveness. That begins with our understanding of the character of God and the forgiveness He extended to us, in love, at the Cross of Jesus.

Outside of our relationship with God, marriage is the most important relationship we will ever have. That is why the Bible provides clear principles that work whether you are a newlywed or have been married for many years. When marriages get into trouble, the root of the problem is often a case of selfishness. Learn to recognize the symptoms and the cure.

There is conflict in any relationship, and marriage is no exception. But there is good news. Whether your marriage is in SOS mode or is simply “so-so,” these clear and practical instructions will help you speak the truth in love and get your relationship back on the road to success.

A good marriage exhibits timing, balance, strength and beauty. The Holy Spirit is the choreographer who provides the instructions and empowers the husband and wife, in full partnership, to dance this wonderful dance of marriage according to God’s design.

When you invite Jesus to be your Life Coach, He will point you to the Playbook that provides His game plan for the abundant life. This Playbook, the Bible, will teach you how to get out of the stands and into the thrilling experience of a life that works.

What we do with our bodies matters to God. That is why, in today’s sexualized culture, we need to be reminded of the clear biblical guidelines God has provided, and the boundaries He has put in place, to protect our bodies, preserve our physical and emotional health, and help us remain true to our identity in Christ.

Come as you are. The invitation of the gospel is clear. Whatever your background, there is a place for you in the body of Christ. God takes the broken pieces of our lives and puts them back together as He adopts us into His family and transforms us – inside and out.

What we truly believe should determine the way we live. But when we are honest with God, and with ourselves, we admit that we are not always sensitive to the things of God. We need to seek His forgiveness, and be restored through His grace and His love, so we can return to the right side of the Cross.

We all need the gospel. No one is so good that he does not need it, or so low or destitute that he cannot receive it. The wonder of God’s grace is that, once we have acknowledged our need for it, nothing will keep us from receiving the new life which only Jesus can provide.

When you take that first step of obedience you will discover that if the Lord is on your side, nothing else matters.

The Bible is filled with the accounts of men and women our culture would regard as unlikely, ordinary individuals. But these are the very people God often uses in extraordinary ways. Before you allow yourself to doubt what God can do through you, remember this: Little is much when God is in it!

When God becomes your Commander-in-Chief, you will be ready to follow wherever He leads. And when trouble comes, if God is in charge, there is never any doubt about the outcome. Victory is certain. Learn this, and you will have discovered the key to a life of joy and fulfillment.

God’s purpose for our lives is so much bigger than our personal agendas. But we can miss it unless we are prepared to listen to Him and allow Him to redirect our steps. Don’t be surprised when God allows you to experience a watershed event that will result in a deeper realization that His way works, every time and in every circumstance.

Everything good happens at the feet of Jesus! That is where healing, and restoration, and forgiveness begin. Spend time at the feet of Jesus and you will begin to see yourself, and the world around you, in a way you have never seen them before.

Balance is essential for our spiritual as well as our physical health. Staying in balance as we walk through life is not easy, which is why we need a Coach who can steady us, keep us centered, and make sure that the core of our life is our relationship with Christ.

Sometimes we need to take a time out to ask ourselves, “When I get where I’m going in life, where will I be?” There is nothing more thrilling than to experience the overflowing life God gives to those who love and follow Him. Don’t miss it.

You will never find anyone better equipped to be your life coach than Jesus. But some of us are - at best - reluctantly coachable. Only when we decide to trust Jesus, and sign up to let Him coach us, will we discover the genius of the victorious Christian life.

If you want a customized plan that will help you reach your full potential, you need a coach who cares about you and will make the most of life’s teachable moments. Choose the right Coach, and He will enroll you in a curriculum designed specifically for you.

Where do you find your identity? When we are in Christ the Holy Spirit gives us the assurance that we are children of God and that we belong to Him. God’s children know who they are! They have the certainty of Heaven, the ability to understand the things of the Spirit, and the blessing of an intimate new relationship with God, their Abba Father.

In a season of uncertainty, or when something happens that you didn’t anticipate, how can you know you are making wise choices and are headed in the right direction? As we begin to walk and grow in the power of God, we can rest in the assurance that the Holy Spirit will guide and direct us in the way we should go.

When we become members of God’s family, He gives us the Holy Spirit to be our counselor, our helper, and our healer. The Spirit operates like a floodlight in our lives, pointing us to the things of Christ, giving us a new mindset, and redirecting us to become the people God wants us to be.