Telling the Truth

Stuart and Jill Briscoe

Sarah - How to Have a Good Attitude

June 1, 2015
When we think of someone with a good attitude, Abraham's wife Sarah is probably not the first person who comes to mind. We might think of her arguments with Abraham, how she laughed at God's good news, her harsh dealings with Hagar, how she lied to Pharaoh. But in 1 Peter 3, Peter commends Sarah as a model for all women for her "quiet and meek spirit." What happened in Sarah's life to turn this feisty, contentious, rebel of a woman into God's royal princess?

In this message, Jill teaches us about Sarah's life - her shortcomings and how God turned this rebel into royalty - and how giving God control in our own lives can transform our attitudes like it did for Sarah. Based on Genesis 12-18 & I Peter 3-4, this is the 2nd message in Jill's 8-message study of women in the Old Testament.

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Women throughout all of history have been trying to find their identities - through marriage, children, a career. But we can find our true identity and fulfillment only in our relationship with God. Eve had a unique opportunity to be with God in the Garden of Eden, and God revealed His intended work for her, what He designed her to do. But Eve's identity was challenged in the Fall when Satan deceived Eve into trying to find her identity outside of the God in whose image she was made. We, too, were created in God's image and were designed for the work He has for us. In this message, Jill walks us through Eve's story and teaches us how it is also our story - how our own identities may be obscured in the Fall but are renewed in Christ's redemptive work. Based on Genesis 1-3, this is the first message in Jill's 8-message study of women in the Old Testament.
May 29, 2015
Women throughout all of history have been trying to find their identities - through marriage, children, a career. But we can find our true identity and fulfillment only in our relationship with God. Eve had a unique opportunity to be with God in the Garden of Eden, and God revealed His intended work for her, what He designed her to do. But Eve's identity was challenged in the Fall when Satan deceived Eve into trying to find her identity outside of the God in whose image she was made. We, too, were created in God's image and were designed for the work He has for us. In this message, Jill walks us through Eve's story and teaches us how it is also our story - how our own identities may be obscured in the Fall but are renewed in Christ's redemptive work. Based on Genesis 1-3, this is the first message in Jill's 8-message study of women in the Old Testament.
May 28, 2015
Having outlined the uncertain certainty of His return, Jesus ended His discourse with a series of stories illustrating the surprising and far-reaching ramifications of His teaching. Based on Matthew 24:36-25:46, this is the final message in Stuart Briscoe's 4-message series, When Will Christ Return?
May 27, 2015
Having outlined the uncertain certainty of His return, Jesus ended His discourse with a series of stories illustrating the surprising and far-reaching ramifications of His teaching. Based on Matthew 24:36-25:46, this is the final message in Stuart Briscoe's 4-message series, When Will Christ Return?
May 26, 2015
When Jesus laid aside His glory at the first Advent, He relinquished omniscience. So He could not tell the disciples when He would return. He didn't know! But He knew He would return. He knew the "would" but not the "when." We are in an identical situation. Based on Matthew 24:29-44, this is the 3rd message in Stuart Briscoe's 4-message series, When Will Christ Return?
May 25, 2015
When Jesus laid aside His glory at the first Advent, He relinquished omniscience. So He could not tell the disciples when He would return. He didn't know! But He knew He would return. He knew the "would" but not the "when." We are in an identical situation. Based on Matthew 24:29-44, this is the 3rd message in Stuart Briscoe's 4-message series, When Will Christ Return?
May 22, 2015
In response to the disciples' questions about the destruction of the Temple, Jesus promised that the Gospel would be preached to all nations, and He predicted they would face major challenges and difficulties. Then He went into further details. Based on Matthew 24:15-35, this is the 2nd message in Stuart Briscoe's 4-message series, When Will Christ Return?
May 21, 2015
After speaking out against the sad spiritual condition of Israel, Jesus predicted that the Temple, the center of the nation's religious life, would be destroyed. The disciples assumed that meant the end of the world and immediately wanted to know "When?" Based on Matthew 24:1-28, this is the 1st message in Stuart Briscoe's 4-message series, When Will Christ Return?
May 20, 2015
When we think about giving, a lot of questions might pop into our heads. How much should I give? To whom should I give? How often should I give? While everyone is in a different situation in life, some of the answers to those questions are the same for all of us. According to Paul, giving is grace, and it is meant to enrich our lives as givers! In this message, Pete walks us through Paul's directions to the Corinthians regarding giving and shows us how these truths apply to us as well. Based on 1 Corinthians 16:1, this is the 6th teaching in Pete Briscoe's 6-message series, This Is Big.
May 19, 2015
We've all heard the old adage, "It is better to give than to receive" - but how many of us actually believe it? Given the choice to buy something we've wanted for a long time for ourselves or to give the money away, which would we choose? We would probably be reasonably happy with that thing we chose to buy, but when God prompts us to give, there are numerous eternal blessings we receive instead of that momentary happiness. In this message, Pete expounds on the different kinds of blessing we receive when we give generously and challenges us to open ourselves up to God's prompting in our finances. Based on Acts 20:32, this is the 5th teaching in Pete Briscoe's 6-message series, This Is Big.
May 18, 2015
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Get TWO Powerful Resources From the Briscoe's!
Stuart and Jill Briscoe want to help you find encouraging biblical answers to your questions about suffering with their 2-message series Making Sense of Suffering—our thanks for your gift today. And as an added bonus, we’ll also send you Stuart’s 6-day photo-devotional, The Cross of Christ, to help you contemplate the limitless love that led Jesus to the cross. Request your copies today!

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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