Living on the Edge with Chip Ingram Daily Podcast

Do you wish you could just put the brakes on the speed of life? Between work, family, ministry, financial pressures, health issues, is it any wonder that our lives and our relationships are on the ragged edge? If you’re ready to start loving more by doing less, then join Chip as he begins his series called "Spiritual Simplicity" Bigger - Better - Faster - More Anything minus LOVE = Nothing Everything minus LOVE = Nothing 1 Corinthians 13:1-3 Performing in your world with the greatest gifts and abilities…without love MEANS nothing! Possessing the best, the finest, the most amazing things you can imagine …without love you BECOME nothing! Sacrificially providing for those you love, the greatest cause on earth…without love PROFITS you nothing! Rx1 – Focus Rx2 – Love more! Rx3 – Redefine success What it’s not & What it is (described in 1 Corinthians 13:4) Broadcast Resource Spiritual Simplicity ResourcesMessage NotesAdditional Resource Mentions Small Group ResourcesI Choose Joy BookI Choose Joy Small GroupConnect 888-333-6003WebsiteChip Ingram AppInstagramFacebookTwitterPartner With Us Donate Online888-333-6003

Chip wraps up this series with an important reminder of what it takes to be truly successful in your spiritual life, in your relationships, and in your finances. The root problem in priority living according to Jesus is MATERIALISM. Matthew 6:1-18 Summary: Do not allow the pursuit of material things to thwart your spiritual development. Question: The symptom: The explanation: Stop your preoccupation with material things because... The promise: Application: Questions to Ponder Broadcast Resource 'Balancing Life's Demands' ResourcesMessage NotesAdditional Resource Mentions Small Group ResourcesConnect 888-333-6003WebsiteChip Ingram AppInstagramFacebookTwitterPartner With Us Donate Online888-333-6003

If there’s one thing we’ve learned, you can’t trust in material things to come through for you. Chip reveals how to rise above the daily grind and escape the rat race forever. The root problem in priority living according to Jesus is MATERIALISM. Matthew 6:1-18 Summary: Do not allow the pursuit of material things to thwart your spiritual development. Question: The symptom: The explanation: Stop your preoccupation with material things because... The promise: Application: Questions to Ponder Broadcast Resource 'Balancing Life's Demands' ResourcesMessage NotesAdditional Resource Mentions Small Group ResourcesConnect 888-333-6003WebsiteChip Ingram AppInstagramFacebookTwitterPartner With Us Donate Online888-333-6003

You’re doing all the right things - reading your Bible, going to church, being generous with your finances - but you feel spiritually dead inside. What’s wrong? Chip shares how to break the spiritual activity trap and begin experiencing the peace and power you’re longing for. To what degree have you taken specific steps in the following areas? (1=none; 2=little; 3=started & doing okay; 4=making good progress; 5=vigorously pursuing) Jesus' Warning #1: In our pursuit of "seeking first" His righteousness there is the danger of DISTORTION. Application of Matthew 5:20 to... Jesus' Warning #2: In our pursuit of "seeking first" His righteousness there is also the danger of DECEPTION. -Matthew 6:1-18 Application: SECRECY is God's method of keeping our motives pure. Broadcast Resource 'Balancing Life's Demands' ResourcesMessage NotesAdditional Resource Mentions Small Group ResourcesConnect 888-333-6003WebsiteChip Ingram AppInstagramFacebookTwitterPartner With Us Donate Online888-333-6003

In this message, Chip reveals the danger of becoming too disciplined in both your personal and spiritual life. He shares how to recognize the warning signs of an out-of-balance spiritual life. To what degree have you taken specific steps in the following areas? (1=none; 2=little; 3=started & doing okay; 4=making good progress; 5=vigorously pursuing) Jesus' Warning #1: In our pursuit of "seeking first" His righteousness there is the danger of DISTORTION. Application of Matthew 5:20 to... Jesus' Warning #2: In our pursuit of "seeking first" His righteousness there is also the danger of DECEPTION. -Matthew 6:1-18 Application: SECRECY is God's method of keeping our motives pure. Broadcast Resource 'Balancing Life's Demands' ResourcesMessage NotesAdditional Resource Mentions Small Group ResourcesConnect 888-333-6003WebsiteChip Ingram AppInstagramFacebookTwitterPartner With Us Donate Online888-333-6003

Setting priorities, putting first things first is important. The question is how do you keep those priorities in place? Chip explores the essential elements that must be in place in order for you to be able to keep your priorities in line over the long haul. The Problem: Many start well, but few finish well. The Answer: Biblical Accountability Definition:The Need: Why accountability is essential for spiritual success Five Reasons: Summary: "Therefore, my beloved, flee from IDOLATRY!” -1 Corinthians 10:14 The Means: “How to” develop accountability in relationships: Broadcast Resource 'Balancing Life's Demands' ResourcesMessage NotesAdditional Resource Mentions Small Group ResourcesConnect 888-333-6003WebsiteChip Ingram AppInstagramFacebookTwitterPartner With Us Donate Online888-333-6003

Whatever happened with those New Year’s resolutions? Still working out? Still on that diet program? Well, getting started is one thing, but soon the real question is: “How do you keep it going?” Join Chip and find out how to keep first things first. The Problem: Many start well, but few finish well. The Answer: Biblical Accountability Definition:The Need: Why accountability is essential for spiritual success Five Reasons: Summary: "Therefore, my beloved, flee from IDOLATRY!” -1 Corinthians 10:14 The Means: “How to” develop accountability in relationships: Broadcast Resource 'Balancing Life's Demands' ResourcesMessage NotesAdditional Resource Mentions Small Group ResourcesConnect 888-333-6003WebsiteChip Ingram AppInstagramFacebookTwitterPartner With Us Donate Online888-333-6003

There are three words that can liberate you from the tyranny of the urgent. Three words that can help you regain control of your life. Three words that will reduce your stress and increase your joy. Join Chip to find out what those three words are. Three reasons why most of us live with two sets of priorities: So, what’s the “Missing Ingredient” to living out our priorities? The Word = DISCIPLINE / SELF CONTROL Definition: Discipline is doing what needs to be done when it needs to be done. The Dynamics of Biblical Discipline Can Be Summed Up in 2 Words: The Method of Developing Biblical Discipline Can Be Summed Up in 3 Words: How Does It Work? Broadcast Resource 'Balancing Life's Demands' ResourcesMessage NotesAdditional Resource Mentions Small Group ResourcesConnect 888-333-6003WebsiteChip Ingram AppInstagramFacebookTwitterPartner With Us Donate Online888-333-6003

Is your “to-do” list too long? Do you have too many people wanting your attention? If you’re struggling to keep all the balls in the air, join Chip as he shares how you can put first things first. Three reasons why most of us live with two sets of priorities: So, what’s the “Missing Ingredient” to living out our priorities? The Word = DISCIPLINE / SELF CONTROL Definition: Discipline is doing what needs to be done when it needs to be done. The Dynamics of Biblical Discipline Can Be Summed Up in 2 Words: The Method of Developing Biblical Discipline Can Be Summed Up in 3 Words: How Does It Work? Broadcast Resource 'Balancing Life's Demands' ResourcesMessage NotesAdditional Resource Mentions Small Group ResourcesConnect 888-333-6003WebsiteChip Ingram AppInstagramFacebookTwitterPartner With Us Donate Online888-333-6003

Feeling overwhelmed? Need a dose of peace and a renewed sense of God’s power? Join Chip and discover how you can experience God’s peace and power like never before. Six symptoms of misplaced priorities: Two words hold the keys to enjoying the peace and power of a prioritized life: Application: Four Commitments Broadcast Resource 'Balancing Life's Demands' ResourcesMessage NotesAdditional Resource Mentions Small Group ResourcesConnect 888-333-6003WebsiteChip Ingram AppInstagramFacebookTwitterPartner With Us Donate Online888-333-6003

Would you like to make this the best year of your life, no matter what happens with the economy, on your job, or even your health? It is possible! Chip explores how to balance the demands of life and prioritize the activities and relationships that matter most to you. Six symptoms of misplaced priorities: Two words hold the keys to enjoying the peace and power of a prioritized life: Application: Four Commitments Broadcast Resource 'Balancing Life's Demands' ResourcesMessage NotesAdditional Resource Mentions Small Group ResourcesConnect 888-333-6003WebsiteChip Ingram AppInstagramFacebookTwitterPartner With Us Donate Online888-333-6003

Pastor and theologian Dietrich Bonhoeffer once wrote, “The Christian needs another Christian… for by himself he cannot help himself.” In this special program, Chip explains why godly, authentic community is the antidote for many Christians who feel lonely and disconnected from the Body of Christ. Hear why simply being a ‘consumer’ of a church is not enough and how forging meaningful bonds with fellow believers can transform your faith. Broadcast Resource Download Free MP3Additional Resource Mentions Small Group ResourcesConnect 888-333-6003WebsiteChip Ingram AppInstagramFacebookTwitterPartner With Us Donate Online888-333-6003

The Bible says that we’re more than conquerors in Jesus. But some days it really doesn’t feel that way, and you're convinced life truly isn't fair. In this program, guest teacher Jennie Allen wraps up her series “Get Out of Your Head.” She’ll tackle the last two common yet toxic thoughts that pollute our minds: Victimhood and complacency. Don't miss how these mindsets can destroy our lives, and unravel our relationship with God. 16 Rejoice always, 17 pray without ceasing, 18 give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you. -- 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 The antidote to victimhood: Even though they’re invisible, we fight with real weapons against the devil: The antidote to complacency: Broadcast Resource Download Free MP3Message NotesGet Out Of Your Head BookAdditional Mentions Jennie Allen's Free Book Club KitConnect 888-333-6003WebsiteChip Ingram AppInstagramFacebookTwitterPartner With Us Donate Online888-333-6003About Jennie Allen: Jennie Allen is the founder and visionary behind IF: Gathering and she is the author of several books and study guides, including Restless, Anything, and Nothing to Prove. She is a passionate leader following God’s call on her life to catalyze a generation of women to live what they believe. Jennie has a master’s in Biblical studies from Dallas Theological Seminary and lives in Austin, Texas, with her husband, Zac and their four children.

C.S. Lewis once said, “Pride gets no pleasure out of having something, only out of having more of it than the next man.” In this program, guest teacher Jennie Allen continues her series by describing the subtle dangers of self-importance and how we can shift our focus onto making a genuine difference with our lives. Introduction: Philippians 2:5-11 Self-importance – to make ourselves seen, known, loved, or important. Ultimately wanting to be or disappointed that we are not important. The antidote for pride: -It comes from a dependence on Jesus and a belief that this life is all about Him -It allows us to produce the fruit of Christ because we have the mind of Christ -Others see God in us and they see God because of our obedience Broadcast Resource Download Free MP3Message NotesGet Out Of Your Head BookAdditional Mentions Jennie Allen's Free Book Club KitConnect 888-333-6003WebsiteChip Ingram AppInstagramFacebookTwitterPartner With Us Donate Online888-333-6003About Jennie Allen: Jennie Allen is the founder and visionary behind IF: Gathering and she is the author of several books and study guides, including Restless, Anything, and Nothing to Prove. She is a passionate leader following God’s call on her life to catalyze a generation of women to live what they believe. Jennie has a master’s in Biblical studies from Dallas Theological Seminary and lives in Austin, Texas, with her husband, Zac and their four children.

Do you consider yourself a skeptical person? Ya know do you approach life with 'glass half-empty' attitude? Are you always waiting for the other shoe to drop? In this program, guest teacher Jennie Allen shares why this mindset is actually very toxic to our thought life. She’ll reveal just how pervasive cynicism is, and the ways it steals our joy. Don’t miss how to change your way of thinking. Am I cynical? - Ask yourself these questions: Cynicism – is the idea that we’re looking for the bad to keep the bad from hurting us. The antidote for cynicism: good.Broadcast Resource Download Free MP3Message NotesGet Out Of Your Head BookAdditional Mentions Jennie Allen's Free Book Club KitConnect 888-333-6003WebsiteChip Ingram AppInstagramFacebookTwitterPartner With Us Donate Online888-333-6003About Jennie Allen: Jennie Allen is the founder and visionary behind IF: Gathering and she is the author of several books and study guides, including Restless, Anything, and Nothing to Prove. She is a passionate leader following God’s call on her life to catalyze a generation of women to live what they believe. Jennie has a master’s in Biblical studies from Dallas Theological Seminary and lives in Austin, Texas, with her husband, Zac and their four children.

As we look around our world, there’s much to be fearful of - so how do we avoid being overwhelmed with panic? In this program, guest teacher Jennie Allen continues sharing her series “Get Out of Your Head.” She unpacks how – even in financial uncertainty, health crises, political and social unrest – we can fight back against anxiety. Introduction: Do not fear anything in this world; God’s got you! -- Luke 12:4-5 Fear is an attack of the enemy that is mitigated by eternal hope. -- 2 Corinthians 4:17 The antidote for anxiety: -Knowing Him intimately (knowing who He is) -Walking with Him regularly -Knowing His Word Thought Assessment: Broadcast Resource Download Free MP3Message NotesGet Out Of Your Head BookAdditional Mentions Jennie Allen's Free Book Club KitConnect 888-333-6003WebsiteChip Ingram AppInstagramFacebookTwitterPartner With Us Donate Online888-333-6003About Jennie Allen: Jennie Allen is the founder and visionary behind IF: Gathering and she is the author of several books and study guides, including Restless, Anything, and Nothing to Prove. She is a passionate leader following God’s call on her life to catalyze a generation of women to live what they believe. Jennie has a master’s in Biblical studies from Dallas Theological Seminary and lives in Austin, Texas, with her husband, Zac and their four children.

If there are two words that would best describe this society, they’d be “noisy,” and “isolated.” In this program, guest teacher Jennie Allen continues her series “Get Out of Your Head.” She explains that like never before we’re flooded by sounds and distractions… and yet we’re more and more disconnected. So how can we survive? Join us to learn more... Introduction: Shifting the spiral that’s going through your mind How do you silence the noise in your mind? How do you recognize the evil that never wants to be noticed? Broadcast Resource Download Free MP3Message NotesGet Out Of Your Head BookAdditional Mentions Jennie Allen's Free Book Club KitConnect 888-333-6003WebsiteChip Ingram AppInstagramFacebookTwitterPartner With Us Donate Online888-333-6003About Jennie Allen: Jennie Allen is the founder and visionary behind IF: Gathering and she is the author of several books and study guides, including Restless, Anything, and Nothing to Prove. She is a passionate leader following God’s call on her life to catalyze a generation of women to live what they believe. Jennie has a master’s in Biblical studies from Dallas Theological Seminary and lives in Austin, Texas, with her husband, Zac and their four children.

The Apostle Paul commands us to take every thought captive. But what does that look like in our fast-paced society where we're constantly bombarded by everything? In this program, Chip turns the mic over to guest teacher Jennie Allen for her series “Get Out of Your Head.” Don’t miss how we can guard our minds against toxic thoughts that threaten to destroy us. Introduction: There’s an enemy that wants to kill, steal, and destroy our generation through our minds. 2 Corinthians 10:3-6 v.3: For though we walk in the flesh, we are not waging war according to the flesh. v.4: For the weapons of our warfare are not of the flesh but have divine power to destroy strongholds. v.5: We destroy arguments and every lofty opinion raised against the knowledge of God, and take every thought captive to obey Christ, v.6: being ready to punish every disobedience, when your obedience is complete. Broadcast Resource Download Free MP3Message NotesGet Out Of Your Head BookAdditional Mentions Jennie Allen's Free Book Club KitConnect 888-333-6003WebsiteChip Ingram AppInstagramFacebookTwitterPartner With Us Donate Online888-333-6003About Jennie Allen: Jennie Allen is the founder and visionary behind IF: Gathering and she is the author of several books and study guides, including Restless, Anything, and Nothing to Prove. She is a passionate leader following God’s call on her life to catalyze a generation of women to live what they believe. Jennie has a master’s in Biblical studies from Dallas Theological Seminary and lives in Austin, Texas, with her husband, Zac and their four children.

What does it mean to have a ‘Holy Ambition’? I mean what does that look like in everyday life? In this special edition of Living on the Edge with Chip Ingram, Chip sits down with best-selling author, and speaker – Jennie Allen. She’ll share how Chip’s book Holy Ambition changed her life and helped jump-start her own ministry, that impacts countless lives. Introduction to Holy Ambition: Chip and Jennie discuss how God brings heart-placed dreams to reality. Heart Dislocation & Strategic Action: The Cost of Obedience: True Holy Ambition: Broadcast Resource Download Free MP3Get Out Of Your Head BookAdditional Mentions ifgathering.comjennieallen.comHoly Ambition ResourcesConnect 888-333-6003WebsiteChip Ingram AppInstagramFacebookTwitterPartner With Us Donate Online888-333-6003About Jennie Allen: Jennie Allen is the founder and visionary behind IF: Gathering and she is the author of several books and study guides, including Restless, Anything, and Nothing to Prove. She is a passionate leader following God’s call on her life to catalyze a generation of women to live what they believe. Jennie has a master’s in Biblical studies from Dallas Theological Seminary and lives in Austin, Texas, with her husband, Zac and their four children.

Chip wraps up this series with a fantastic challenge. It’s a challenge that God Himself has promised to make good on, if you’ll take Him up on it. Join Chip if you’re ready for the spiritual adventure of a lifetime! Introduction: The contentment checklist The Problem: What about me? The Solution: Philippians 4:19 The Principle: The Law of the HARVEST The Process: 2 Corinthians 9:6-11 The Practice: God’s Challenge to You Test Me!Try It!I Dare You!Broadcast Resource Download Free MP3Message NotesAdditional Resource Mentions "I Choose Peace" BookConnect 888-333-6003WebsiteChip Ingram AppInstagramFacebookTwitterPartner With Us Donate Online888-333-6003