Telling the Truth

Stuart and Jill Briscoe

The Vine Lover

October 9, 2014
Are you a willing servant of God, or are you, like Jonah, a vine lover?

Jonah was a "vine lover." He loved his own comfort and preferences more than he loved God's will. And he missed God's work because of his selfishness.

In this message, Pete Briscoe reminds us what God, the vine planter, is asking us to do as we commit to serve Him, by giving us the "what not to do" example of Jonah. Based on chapters 1-4 of Jonah, this is the seventh message in the 11-message series The Last Word.

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When we're standing in the smog of everyday life, our vision of what is really important in life can become blurred by the things that keep us busy. So we end up pursuing the things that culture tells us will satisfy. In this message, Pete Briscoe uses the book of Ecclesiastes to addresses a few of our modern myths, myths about what makes a full life. In place of these myths, Pete teaches us what the real secret to satisfaction and fulfillment is. Based on Ecclesiastes 1-12, this is the sixth message in the 11-message series The Last Word.
October 8, 2014
When we're standing in the smog of everyday life, our vision of what is really important in life can become blurred by the things that keep us busy. So we end up pursuing the things that culture tells us will satisfy. In this message, Pete Briscoe uses the book of Ecclesiastes to addresses a few of our modern myths, myths about what makes a full life. In place of these myths, Pete teaches us what the real secret to satisfaction and fulfillment is. Based on Ecclesiastes 1-12, this is the sixth message in the 11-message series The Last Word.
October 7, 2014
When did you last take the time to reflect on your life - on what God has done in your spiritual journey, and on the areas in which you need growth? With his last words, David reflected on his life, and he found that God was a major presence there throughout every difficulty and every victory (2 Samuel 23). In the fourth message of Pete's 11-message series The Last Word, Pete Briscoe outlines nine areas that you can reflect on to remember your spiritual journey and discover areas in which you can grow.
October 6, 2014
Forgiving someone who has caused hurt can be a difficult, even painful thing. Joseph knew that in order to forgive someone who has caused deep emotional pain you have to rely on God to change your heart from bitterness to grace. Even though the emotional hurt that Joseph experienced was inflicted on him by his own family, miraculously, God helped Joseph's last words to his brothers be, "I forgive you." In the second message of the series The Last Word, Pete Briscoe explains how the steps to biblical forgiveness that Joseph modeled for us in Genesis can help you reach a place of forgiveness, too. Genesis 37, 45, 50
October 3, 2014
Are you a fence-sitter? A line-straddler? Would you rather stay in the middle than have to pick a side and commit? "Choose this day whom you will serve," said Joshua. He didn't mince words when he spoke to the people of Israel about their commitment to God. Joshua told his people outright: you cannot serve two gods. You are either following God wholeheartedly or not at all. In the first message of the series The Last Word, Pete Briscoe talks about the life change that happens when you decide to serve God. And he encourages you to make today the day you decide to serve God wholeheartedly. Joshua 23 & 24
October 2, 2014
Are you a fence-sitter? A line-straddler? Would you rather stay in the middle than have to pick a side and commit? "Choose this day whom you will serve," said Joshua. He didn't mince words when he spoke to the people of Israel about their commitment to God. Joshua told his people outright: you cannot serve two gods. You are either following God wholeheartedly or not at all. In the first message of the series The Last Word, Pete Briscoe talks about the life change that happens when you decide to serve God. And he encourages you to make today the day you decide to serve God wholeheartedly. Joshua 23 & 24
October 1, 2014
"We need to go out and get into this society of ours as only seniors can and be agents of God's kingdom-building in our day and age." - Stuart Briscoe In this encouraging message, Stuart Briscoe reminds us that if we're still alive, God has a purpose for us. We shouldn't equate retiring with stepping away from God's work for us. Until we breathe our dying breath, we are God's workers and He's in need of workers who are willing to rise to the challenge of expanding His kingdom by waking each morning and saying, "I’m available, Lord, what would you have me do today?" Stuart Briscoe sends out a rally cry to seniors – and seniors to be - asking them to rise up in faith, and actively look for God's direction in their lives. God promises those who seek Him with their hearts that they will find Him, but He does this through workers. How You Finish Matters because God needs workers! Will you be available for God to work through you well into the golden years of your life? Based on 1 Timothy 2:1-8, this is the final message in Stuart Briscoe's 4-message series, Finishing Strong.
September 30, 2014
"We need to go out and get into this society of ours as only seniors can and be agents of God's kingdom-building in our day and age." - Stuart Briscoe In this encouraging message, Stuart Briscoe reminds us that if we're still alive, God has a purpose for us. We shouldn't equate retiring with stepping away from God's work for us. Until we breathe our dying breath, we are God's workers and He's in need of workers who are willing to rise to the challenge of expanding His kingdom by waking each morning and saying, "I’m available, Lord, what would you have me do today?" Stuart Briscoe sends out a rally cry to seniors – and seniors to be - asking them to rise up in faith, and actively look for God's direction in their lives. God promises those who seek Him with their hearts that they will find Him, but He does this through workers. How You Finish Matters because God needs workers! Will you be available for God to work through you well into the golden years of your life? Based on 1 Timothy 2:1-8, this is the final message in Stuart Briscoe's 4-message series, Finishing Strong.
September 29, 2014
The world is full of people we might be eager to please: our spouses, family members, friends, and colleagues. But we live in a broken world with broken people. We won't find personal satisfaction living for broken people. Only God can affirm our purpose in life. And pleasing Him only comes when we let Him work through us to do His will. Enoch pleased God, and for that he was able to walk straight into eternity with God. Based on Hebrews 11:1 and Romans 12:1-2, this is Stuart Briscoe's third message from the 4-message series, Finishing Strong.
September 26, 2014
The world is full of people we might be eager to please: our spouses, family members, friends, and colleagues. But we live in a broken world with broken people. We won't find personal satisfaction living for broken people. Only God can affirm our purpose in life. And pleasing Him only comes when we let Him work through us to do His will. Enoch pleased God, and for that he was able to walk straight into eternity with God. Based on Hebrews 11:1 and Romans 12:1-2, this is Stuart Briscoe's third message from the 4-message series, Finishing Strong.
September 25, 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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