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Are you looking for a space that will encourage, uplift and point you to truth in the midst of life’s chaos? Welcome to the Encouraging Word Podcast. From Max Lucado, a pastor for over 40 years and bestselling author whose books have sold more than 150 million copies in over 50 languages, The Max Lucado Encouraging Word Podcast is all about the greatest story ever told – the living Savior who brings you a lifetime of hope.
With rich biblical insight, heartwarming storytelling, and Max's comforting tone, you'll be empowered to place your faith in a loving God who is always near you, always for you, and always in you.
New messages are released each Monday – so be sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode.
For more encouragement from Max Lucado, visit www.maxlucado.com (maxlucado.com).
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446: How to Restore Unity in Relationships
Hello, friend! What does it look like to pursue peace when relationships get hard? In this Encouraging Word, we turn to Philippians 2 to explore how the humility of Jesus offers a path toward reconciliation and unity. Through Christ’s examp
445: How to Overcome Selfishness
Hello, friend. Thanks for joining me for today's Encouraging Word. In this message, we take a closer look at a struggle we all face: selfishness. What I call “selfititis” can damage our relationships and pull our focus away from Christ. But
444: Is the Gospel Worth Your Whole Life?
Hello, friend! What does it look like to live out your faith when life gets hard? In this message, we turn to Philippians 1 and explore powerful reminders from Paul’s time in prison, the Pony Express, and the story of Cassie Bernall. Throug
443: Believe in the God Who Believes in You
Hello, friend! Thanks for joining me for today’s Encouraging Word. In this episode, we’re reminded through the story of Elijah that steadfast faith can carry us through life’s storms. When we believe in the God who believes in us, we can tr
442: Death Is Not the End: The Hope of Heaven
Hello, friend. I'm glad you're here today. In today’s Encouraging Word, we look at Elijah’s extraordinary departure and the powerful reminder that death does not have the final word for those who trust in God. Through Scripture and a moving
441: How to Recognize Satan’s Schemes and Stand Firm in Faith
Hello, friend! In this Encouraging Word, we explore Elijah’s bold stand against Ahaziah and what his story can teach us about temptation, deception, and the things that can pull our hearts away from God. As we talk about the reality of spir
440: You Don’t Have to Walk Through This Alone
Hello, friend. I hope you’re doing well today and finding encouragement in God’s Word. This week, we look at what Scripture teaches us about God’s justice when evil seems to go unchecked. Through the story of Naboth, Ahab, and Jezebel, we’r
439: When Even the Strongest Feel Discouraged: Elijah and Depression
Hello, friend. Thanks for joining me on The Encouraging Word Podcast. This week we explore depression through the story of Elijah, reminding us that even the strongest among us can experience seasons of deep discouragement. He reminds us th
438: Partners in the Promise
Hi, friend. I hope you're doing well today. This week on the podcast, we're encouraged to remember that God’s promises are greater than our circumstances. Elijah’s faith and prayers during a time of drought encourage us to trust God, listen
437: Anticipate Divine Disruption
Hello, friend. In This Encouraging Word, Max Lucado takes us to Elijah’s showdown on Mount Carmel, where God reveals His power and reminds His people that He alone is Lord. Through Elijah’s story, we’re reminded that spiritual battles are r
436: Behind Enemy Lines
Hello, friend. Thanks for joining me on The Encouraging Word Podcast. In this message, we continue our study of Elijah and the showdown on Mount Carmel, where God exposes the emptiness of Baal and reminds us that He alone is Lord. If you ha
435: Radical Reliance
Hello, friend. Thanks for joining me on The Encouraging Word Podcast. This week we continue our discussion on the life of Elijah and the widow of Zarephath. We’re talking about what to do when God gives you a calling, but you don’t yet have
Unbreakable Courage Audiobook Preview: Chapter 11
Preview Max’s new audiobook, Unbreakable Courage, exclusively for podcast listeners! One of the most remarkable things about Elijah’s life was the end—he didn’t die. God took him to up heaven in a whirlwind. Elijah knew what was coming, but
434: What God Does When the World Gets Dark
Hello, friend. Thanks for joining me on The Encouraging Word Podcast. This week we’re beginning a new series studying the life of Elijah. His steadfast faith in a chaotic world offers great hope in these topsy-turvy days. I hope you’ll come
Unbreakable Courage Audiobook Preview: Chapter 1
Preview Max’s new audiobook, Unbreakable Courage, exclusively for podcast listeners! Listen as Max introduces the story of Elijah the prophet, a resolved, faithful servant of God, immovable despite tremendous challenge. You face great chall
433: The Reason Why God Hates Lying
Hi, friend. Thanks for joining me for another Encouraging Word. We live in a world where truth is relative, where people are more concerned with “my truth” or “your truth.” It’s a modern philosophy, a political or business strategy, an appr
432: How Do You Take Every Thought Captive?
Hello, my friend. I hope you’re having a good day. Did you know God has a goal for you? It’s not that you would preach to millions, or cure diseases, or end wars. God’s goal for you is to think and act like Jesus. That starts in your brain,
431: Abiding in Christ
Hi, friend. I hope you’re doing well today. This week on the podcast, we’re looking at a familiar passage in John 15 that was particularly helpful to me during a season of transition at our church a few years ago. In Jesus’s final message t
430: God's Idea for Families
Hello, friend. I hope you’re having a good day. We’re in the throes of summer vacation, which for many of us means more time with our families. Kids at home during the day with no school, summer trips, family reunions. These things bring fu
429: Facing Your Worst Fears
Hello, my friend. I hope you’re doing well today. As we conclude this series of episodes about living life with less fear, I think it’s important to note a time Jesus felt afraid. That might sound wrong to you, but he did. And there is good
428: Do I Even Matter?
Hi, friend. I hope you’re having a good day. “Do I even matter?” That’s something most, probably all, of us have wondered. Maybe you don’t ask the question out loud, but the choices you make or the things you pursue indicate a striving for
427: Change the Way You Look at Death
Hello, my friend. Thanks for joining me today. This week’s episode touches on a heavy topic, but it’s one I think about more often as I get older: death. What comes next. Life after this life. I know it can feel uncomfortable, even scary. B
426: The Power of a Praying Parent
Hello, friend. I hope you’re doing well today. Father’s Day is coming up, making this week’s episode especially timely. We’re looking at a couple of stories in the Bible when scared, desperate fathers felt out of options. And what God said
425: When You Worry About What Comes Next
Hello, my friend. You’ve probably heard the phrase, “The only constant in life is change.” Chances are, you’re facing some changes right now. If you’re struggling with the unknown or worried about what’s ahead of you, may the promise of Psa
424: The Source of All Fear
Hello, my friend. Thanks for joining me today. You’re likely familiar with the story of the first sin. The moment in the Garden of Eden when Eve defied God’s instruction to not eat the fruit from one specific tree. But have you ever conside
423: 8 Ways to Stop Worry
Hello, friend. Welcome back to the Encouraging Word Podcast. Today’s episode finds us considering one of the most common human emotions: worry. And in Matthew Chapter 14, we’re reminded of one of God’s most enduring promises: with Jesus, yo
422: Finding Peace in a Day of Panic
Hi, friend. I hope you’re doing well today. We’re in the midst of a series here on the podcast looking at occasions Jesus instructed us to not be anxious or afraid. Today we’re going to Matthew chapters 24 and 25, to the final week of Jesus
421: From Despair To Hope
Hello, my friend. Thanks for joining me on the podcast today. There are few guarantees in life, but there is at least one thing that’s true for us all – life comes with storms. And where you turn your eyes when trouble comes makes all the d
420: The Deepest Problem of Man
Hi, friend. Thank you for joining me for another Encouraging Word. Today’s episode features a story found in Mark Chapter 2. Maybe you know it – it’s about a man who is unable to walk and goes to great lengths to be in the same room with Je
419: Why Are You Afraid?
Hello, friend. I hope you’re doing well today. We’re beginning a new series of episodes this week, tackling the topic of fear. Fear comes up a lot in the teachings of Jesus. In fact, the most common command issued by Jesus is some version o
