If you were to ask people to describe the Bible, how do you think they would respond? Some would probably say it’s a story. Others, a collection of moral teachings. Or maybe just a piece of literature. Listen to Every Last Word as Dr. Philip Ryken explains that the Bible is indeed a story but the i

Do you know that God’s saving grace is anticipated, accomplished, or applied on every page of the Bible? Christ is our salvation, and in him we are called, redeemed, forgiven, adopted, reconciled, sanctified, and finally, glorified. It’s God’s work from beginning to end. Dr. Philip Ryken explains Go

Have you thought about the sinfulness of sin? Sounds redundant, doesn’t it? But sin has a compounding effect. It makes us ashamed. It shows us to be guilty. It separates us from God. And even though we’re the ones who actually sin, we even blame it on God. And we’ve been doing that since Adam and Ev

Sin brings real consequences. It brings guilt and shame, and it’s not something we can cover over or hide. So what do we do? How do we pay the price? The answer? We don’t. Listen to Dr. Philip Ryken's encouragement from the Book of Isaiah on Every Last Word. To support this ministry financially, v

There are times when we each face the big questions of life. Who am I? Who is God? What is the purpose for my life? Many times these questions arise when we are facing a trial, or are at a significant crossroads in our lives. Dr. Philip Ryken reminds us that we are saved by grace, and saved by a God

Most everyone has heard of Jesus’ resurrection from the tomb, but few know of the resurrections that took place in the Old Testament. Listen as Dr. Philip Ryken shows how these Old Testament miracles point toward the work of Jesus on the cross on Every Last Word. To support this ministry financiall

Do you struggle with money? Many people have trouble managing their personal finances and are unclear about how to best serve God with the gifts He has given them. Dr. Philip Ryken shares how we are to be wise stewards of our God-given gifts on Every Last Word. To support this ministry financially

Joash, the youngest king in Israel's history, was in danger of losing his life before he ever took the throne. He was the last hope to continue the kingly line of David, which would ultimately lead to the birth of King Jesus. Listen as Dr. Philip Ryken tells the story of how God providentially prese

Giving our whole heart to the Lord is challenging when our self-centered desires for pleasure, entertainment, and money are so strong. But Jesus tells us that the greatest commandment is to love the Lord your God with all your heart, soul, and mind. How are we to do that? Dr. Philip Ryken exhorts u

Who are you accountable to in your day-to-day life? As we go about our work, tend to our gardens, watch sports, read books, or prepare to go to Church, many of us fail to consider our accountability to God or understand His divine justice. On Every Last Word, Dr. Philip Ryken explains how a clear un

We all are very well aware of the presence of evil in our day, including among our political leaders. While the degree of good and evil in our kings and rulers varies, the Bible gives us basic principles for discerning these qualities in our leaders. Dr. Philip Ryken explains these principles from 2

In our culture, there tends to be a major emphasis on the importance of the individual above all else. For Christians, what this can lead to is an overemphasis on personal conversion and experience. Listen as Dr. Philip Ryken explains how this overemphasis hasn’t always been helpful as it has led to

All throughout the Bible we hear about good news -- from the Old Testament declarations of a few hungry lepers to the accounts of the New Testament apostles. Listen as Dr. Philip Ryken highlights this good news on Every Last Word. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.c

Often it seems like we are alone during life’s difficult times. This is especially true when we are blind to the realities of God's presence and are engulfed in spiritual darkness. Dr. Philip Ryken explains how the prophet Elisha’s example demonstrates that turning to God in prayer provides all the