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Stuart and Jill Briscoe

Encouraging People to Look Ahead

July 11, 2014
The Thessalonians had learned a lot about the future but there was still some confusion about death and what happens after death. So the missionaries gave further instruction so the believers would look ahead with joy.

Based on 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18, this is the 5th message in Stuart's 7-message series, The Awesome Power of Encouragement.

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In the brief period that they had been in Thessalonica the missionaries had been careful to teach the believers "how to live in order to please God." The fact that they also emphasized this in their letter shows that they attached great importance to encouraging this objective. Based on 1 Thessalonians 4:1-12, this is the 4th message in Stuart's 7-message series, The Awesome Power of Encouragement.
July 10, 2014
Paul was so concerned about the Thessalonian believers that he sent Timothy to "strengthen and encourage (them) in (their) faith." When he received word that they were indeed "standing firm in the Lord" he was greatly encouraged himself. Based on 1 Thessalonians 2:17-3:13, this is the 3rd message in Stuart's 7-message series, The Awesome Power of Encouragement.
July 9, 2014
The stated objective of Paul and his co-workers for the Thessalonians was to encourage them to aim high, to "live lives worthy of God." We need to know, not only what they meant by this, but also what means they used to attain their objectives. Based on 1 Thessalonians 2:1-16, this is the 2nd message in Stuart's 7-message series, The Awesome Power of Encouragement.
July 8, 2014
Paul described his work among the Thessalonians as, "encouraging, comforting, and urging you to live lives worthy of God." But Paul and his colleagues also needed encouragement. In fact, everyone needs encouragement! Based on 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10, this is the 1st message in Stuart's 7-message series, The Awesome Power of Encouragement.
July 7, 2014
Isn't it fun when a friend calls unexpectedly and asks you to do something special together? Often our response is to jump to our feet to go and meet up with them. This joyful "response to the call" is something God is looking for in us. In fact, the natural response of disciples of Jesus should be to jump to our feet and run toward His call. In this message, Pete Briscoe explains the different ways we can respond to God's call and serve Him. Based on Nehemiah 11, this is the 9th message in Pete's 9-message series After I Say "Yes, Lord."
July 4, 2014
TV infomercials are known to make people feel like they've got to have whatever is being advertised. They make losing weight or making millions seem really easy, but most of the time these "fads" do not work. When we talk about transforming our spiritual life, we want a true life transformation, not a fad. In this message, Pete Briscoe discusses three things that will guarantee failure in our spiritual lives - in hopes that we will learn these things and avoid them! Based on Nehemiah 9 and 10, this is the 8th message in Pete's 9-message series After I Say "Yes, Lord."
July 3, 2014
There are times in our lives when we feel like we're drowning in things to do - and our spiritual life suffers. We have so many balls to juggle that before we know it, we drop the one that involves our relationship with the Lord. It's during these times that we need a spiritual revival. In this message, Pete Briscoe teaches us how to listen to God's Word so a revival can happen in our lives. Based on Nehemiah 8, this is the 7th message in Pete's 9-message series After I Say "Yes, Lord."
July 2, 2014
In life, there are leaders and there are followers. Many of us think that leaders are more important than followers, but leaders need followers just like followers need leaders. So everyone works together and everyone matters. Nehemiah, chapter 7, includes a list of people - both leaders and followers - who stepped out in faith to work for Christ. In this message, Pete Briscoe discusses three things these people had in common and how we can be effective followers of Christ. Based on Nehemiah 7, this is the 6th message in Pete's 9-message series After I Say "Yes, Lord."
July 1, 2014
Sometimes when trying to assume a leadership role, criticism and opposition occur. And often, just when you think that you have overcome the opposition, it sneaks right back up on you. So how does someone take the personal attacks from the opposition and still be an effective leader? In this message, Pete Briscoe discusses four specific ways we can be attacked and four ways to overcome it. Based on Nehemiah 6, this is the 5th message in Pete's 9-message series After I Say "Yes, Lord."
June 30, 2014
We tend to treat people commensurate with their social standing, don't we? If we perceive someone to be below us in social standing, we treat them differently than the people we perceive to be above us. It stinks, but it's the way we often do it. Even as believers, when we function in the flesh, we think of people according to the "pecking order" and treat them differently. This is not kingdom thinking. In this message, Pete Briscoe looks at Nehemiah 5 and discusses four ways we can treat people in order to glorify God. This is the 4th message in Pete's 9-message series After I Say "Yes, Lord."
June 27, 2014
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About Telling the Truth

Telling the Truth is an international broadcast and internet ministry that brings God's Word into the lives of people all over the world. Stuart and Jill Briscoe are the featured Bible teachers, encouraging and challenging listeners to study the Word of God and be drawn closer to Christ. Gifted with wisdom, discernment, and a bit of English humor, the Briscoe's bring God's Word to life. With distinctly different teaching styles, you'll be moved by the emotional appeal of Jill and the compelling logic of Stuart, as they boldly proclaim God's sovereignty, grace, and love. 

About Stuart and Jill Briscoe

Stuart Briscoe uses wit and intellect to target your heart, capture your attention and challenge you to grow! You will find his logic compelling as he brings a fresh, practical perspective to the Scriptures. Born in England, Stuart left a career in banking to enter the ministry full time. He has written more than 50 books, received three honorary doctorates and preached in more than one hundred countries. He was senior pastor of Elmbrook Church in Brookfield, Wisconsin, for thirty years, and currently serves as minister-at-large.

Jill Briscoe was born in England and found Christ when she was 18 years old. She never looked back. Upon graduating from Cambridge University, she began working as a teacher by day and had a vigorous street ministry to the youths of Liverpool by night.

She met Stuart at a youth conference and they married in 1958. In the 50 years since, Jill has become a highly sought-after Bible teacher and author who travels around the world ministering to under-resourced churches and speaking at international seminars and conferences. Since 2000, she and Stuart, who was formerly senior pastor of Elmbrook Church for 30 years, have had the joy of equipping and encouraging believers across the globe in their roles as ministers-at-large for Elmbrook.

Jill has authored more than 40 books including devotionals, study guides, poetry and children's books. Her vivid, relational teaching style touches the emotions and stirs the heart. She serves as Executive Editor of Just Between Us, a magazine of encouragement for ministry wives and women in leadership, and served on the board of World Relief and Christianity Today, Inc., for over 20 years.

Jill and Stuart call suburban Milwaukee, Wisconsin their home. When they are not traveling, they spend time with their three children, David, Judy and Peter, and thirteen grandchildren.

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