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Stuart and Jill Briscoe

The Wise Man's Christmas - Part 2

December 21, 2015
Do you seek Him wholeheartedly? The Wise Men were from the East, philosophers and astrologers in the employ of kings. Yet something in their study of the stars convinced them to travel far to seek the baby Jesus to worship as King of the Jews.

In this message from Matthew 2, Stuart Briscoe helps us understand what may have motivated these men to embark on their search and challenges us to use them as inspiration not only for ourselves but in how we interact with the seekers of Jesus in our own lives. This is the final teaching in Stuart's 6-message series Coping with Christmas.

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Do you seek Him wholeheartedly? The Wise Men were from the East, philosophers and astrologers in the employ of kings. Yet something in their study of the stars convinced them to travel far to seek the baby Jesus to worship as King of the Jews. In this message from Matthew 2, Stuart Briscoe helps us understand what may have motivated these men to embark on their search and challenges us to use them as inspiration not only for ourselves but in how we interact with the seekers of Jesus in our own lives. This is the final teaching in Stuart's 6-message series Coping with Christmas.
December 18, 2015
Are you trying to please God, others, or yourself? When Mary and Joseph took Jesus to the Temple to meet the ceremonial requirements of circumcision and purification, they met two fascinating characters, Simeon and Anna, who added considerably to their understanding of the significance of the baby. Simeon and Anna lived lives oriented and devoted to God alone, and as a result were led by the Holy Spirit to be in the right place at the right time to meet the baby Jesus. In this message from Luke 2:21-40, Stuart Briscoe introduces us to Simeon and Anna and encourages us to view them as examples of how to orient our lives regardless of our age. This is the 4th teaching in Stuart's 6-message series Coping with Christmas.
December 17, 2015
When God calls, do you respond? Imagine how the shepherds felt that night. Shepherds were considered untrustworthy nomads, living in the fields. On that night, these ostracized, low-life people were among the first to receive the news of Jesus' birth! And when they were suddenly surrounded by the glory of God, they responded with whole-hearted belief and spread the good news. In this message from Luke 2:8-20, Stuart Briscoe gives us the historical setting for the night of Jesus' birth and challenges us to look at the shepherds as examples of how to respond to the glory of God in our own lives. This is the 3rd teaching in Stuart's 6-message series Coping with Christmas.
December 16, 2015
Do you truly believe in Him or just look like you do? As a priest, Zechariah was very good at going through the religious motions - performing the right ritual at the right time. So when an angel came and told him that his prayers were being answered and he and his elderly wife would have a son, his response was one of questioning disbelief. When given an incredible answer to prayer, Zechariah had to decide if he really believed what he claimed to believe. In this message from Luke 1:5-25, Stuart Briscoe helps us understand what motivated Zechariah's actions and encourages us to turn the struggle to believe into a song of praise. This is the 2nd teaching in Stuart's 6-message series Coping with Christmas.
December 15, 2015
Do you trust God even when you don't understand? Mary was little more than a kid when God sent an angel to tell her that she would, as a fourteen-year-old, unmarried virgin, give birth to Jesus. Despite all the complications this would cause in her life, the criticism she would face, and the complaints she could have made, Mary's attitude was a humble, submissive, servant attitude full of faith and worship. How many of us could respond as she did in a similar situation? In this message from Luke 1:26-56, Stuart Briscoe leads us through Mary's experience and her response to such incredible news. This is the 1st teaching in Stuart's 6-message series Coping with Christmas.
December 14, 2015
Have you ever felt like you're running out of prayers? Maybe you're disappointed with God because you prayed so hard and the prayer wasn't answered. Or maybe you've just run out of spiritual energy, or you're in a bad situation in your life and you don't know how you are going to get through it. In this message, Jill talks about what happens when we feel like we have no prayers left to give, and she offers tools for getting through it. Based on 1 Kings 19:11-18, this is the 5th message in Jill's 8-message series, Prayer That Works.
December 11, 2015
Have you ever felt like you're running out of prayers? Maybe you're disappointed with God because you prayed so hard and the prayer wasn't answered. Or maybe you've just run out of spiritual energy, or you're in a bad situation in your life and you don't know how you are going to get through it. In this message, Jill talks about what happens when we feel like we have no prayers left to give, and she offers tools for getting through it. Based on 1 Kings 19:11-18, this is the 5th message in Jill's 8-message series, Prayer That Works.
December 10, 2015
How do you see yourself? Has your perception of yourself been negatively influenced by lies from your peers, parents, or society? These lies can easily enslave us, but if we're in Christ, we have a new, freeing identity in Him. With teaching from 1 Corinthians 3:16 and 6:19-20, this is the 1st message in Pete Briscoe's series, Identity Defined.
December 9, 2015
An educated man is one who has learned how to learn and never stops learning. But it's important to note that spiritual wisdom differs from earthly wisdom because spiritual wisdom comes from the Spirit of Christ - from heaven. Taken from Proverbs 3, this is the 1st teaching in Stuart Briscoe's 3-message series A Lifetime of Wisdom. Proverbs 3:1-6 and Proverbs 9:10
December 8, 2015
An educated man is one who has learned how to learn and never stops learning. But it's important to note that spiritual wisdom differs from earthly wisdom because spiritual wisdom comes from the Spirit of Christ - from heaven. Taken from Proverbs 3, this is the 1st teaching in Stuart Briscoe's 3-message series A Lifetime of Wisdom. Proverbs 3:1-6 and Proverbs 9:10
December 7, 2015
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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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