Rick Renner @RennerRick

The Bible contains the mind of God, the condition of man, the way of salvation, the judgment of sinners, and the happiness of believers. Read it to be wise. Believe it to be safe. Practice it to be holy. — Rick Renner Don’t rush past this. Want to go deeper? Suggested Bible Reading: 2 Timothy 3:16–17; Psalm 19:7–11; Joshua 1:8

The enemy may roar like a lion, but through Jesus, he has no real authority over your life. In this powerful conversation, we want to remind you that the enemy often attacks through thoughts — loud, repetitive, fear-filled thoughts that roar against your identity in Christ. Friend, don’t mistake the roar for real power! Jesus stripped the enemy of his authority. The devil’s goal is to intimidate you into agreement with lies, but God’s Word tells you who you really are. When thoughts come that condemn, accuse, or try to crush your faith, recognize the source and answer it with truth. The roar of the enemy cannot overpower the voice of God in your life. — Rick Renner To see the rest of this program, “What’s Controlling Your Mind?,” visit Renner.org or YouTube. You can also search “Renner Ministries” on your favorite podcasting app if you would prefer to listen to this program.

When your mind is fortified with the Word of God, everything changes. The enemy wants believers trapped in lies, fear, and confusion, but when we renew our minds with God’s Word, we position ourselves for the power of God to flow through us. Friend, you were not called to live defeated. Through Jesus, you have authority to pray, to speak in faith, to intercede, and to stand against darkness. When you stand on the foundation of God’s truth, you can boldly declare His promises and walk in victory. The enemy hates when believers know who they are in Christ, because a believer grounded in truth becomes powerful in prayer and effective in spiritual warfare. — Rick Renner To see the rest of this program, “Can You Beat Satan at His Own Game?,” visit Renner.org or YouTube. You can also search “Renner Ministries” on your favorite podcasting app if you would prefer to listen to this program.

The Word of God steadies you so you are not tossed this way and that by what is happening around you. It balances you in the roughest weather. — Rick Renner Want to go deeper? Suggested Bible Reading: Ephesians 4:14; Hebrews 6:19; Psalm 1:1-3

No Bible, no breakfast. Why would I treat physical food as more important than the Word of God that feeds my spirit? — Rick Renner Something for you to THINK ABOUT today! Want to go deeper? Suggested Bible Reading: Matthew 4:4; Job 23:12; Jeremiah 15:16

There is power in the Word of God when it’s spoken with faith. In Psalm 149, we see a picture of believers praising God while holding the “two-edged sword” of His Word in their hands. When we pray, declare Scripture, and follow the leading of the Holy Spirit, spiritual things begin to shift. The battles we face are not only natural, but God has given believers authority through His Word and through prayer to stand firm and bring His light into dark places. Friend, don’t underestimate the power of declaring God’s promises over your life. When the Word of God is mixed with faith and released boldly, it shakes the realm of the spirit and brings change. — Rick Renner To see the rest of this program, “What Spirit Drives This Age?,” visit Renner.org or YouTube. You can also search “Renner Ministries” on your favorite podcasting app if you would prefer to listen to this program.

“Father, we thank You in the wonderful name of Jesus for all the people who join us online. We ask You to be with our friends. Lord, we pray that You would teach them to punish the darkness and to drive any hint of evil out of their lives. In Jesus' Name we pray, Amen.” Friend, our team would be honored to pray with you about anything you may be facing. Please call or write to us at 1.800.742.5593 or [email protected]. — Rick Renner

Darkness isn’t just something we push back! Through prayer, intercession, and the Word of God, we can take authority over it. In this powerful conversation with my special guest, Joseph Z, you will be reminded of the story of Elisha in Dothan. When fear surrounded Elisha and his servant, God opened the servant’s eyes to see the armies of Heaven standing near — there were more for them than against them! Friend, no matter what you’re facing today, Heaven’s resources are greater than the opposition around you. Keep praying, reading your Bible, and standing in faith. God has not left you defenseless! — Rick Renner

When your life is not built on the rock of God’s Word, it shifts like a house built on dirt. But when you dig deep and build on the rock, you cannot be shaken. — Rick Renner Are you digging deep — or building shallow? Want to go deeper? Suggested Bible Reading: Luke 6:48-49; Psalm 62:6; Colossians 2:7

Can you recognize the battle happening around you even when you can’t see it? In this week’s teachings, my guest Joseph Z and I want to help you understand how to stand strong in a time when our world often feels overwhelmed by confusion and chaos. We will explain the unseen forces at work in our time and reveal the importance of using every spiritual tool God has provided. You’ll gain understanding about the dangers of spiritual ignorance, the real source behind deception and disorder, and the enemy’s strategies. I am believing that this series will strengthen your faith, sharpen your discernment, and help you walk with confidence as you learn to trust God even when you don’t fully understand what’s happening around you. — Rick Renner

Stop seeing yourself as someone who is substandard, second-rate, low-grade, or inferior. You are filled with the Spirit of God and have the call of God on your life! Your feelings of weakness and inadequacy actually qualify you as a candidate in God’s service. God is looking for people just like you because He knows He will receive the glory for what He does through you. You’re exactly the kind of person God wants to use! — Rick Renner Want to go deeper? Suggested Bible Reading: 2 Corinthians 12:9-10; 1 Corinthians 1:27-29; Judges 6:14-16; Exodus 4:10-12; 2 Corinthians 4:7; Romans 8:11; Ephesians 2:10

Everyone in my family knows that when Thanksgiving or Christmas comes around, Rick Renner is going to cook the turkey — and not just any turkey. I always try to find the biggest one possible! One year, I cooked a 42-pound turkey! Now, I may not do a lot of cooking throughout the year, but when it comes to turkey, I take my assignment very seriously. There’s just something special about gathering together as a family around the table, sharing a meal, laughing, remembering God’s goodness, and making memories together. And for our family, the turkey has become part of that tradition. So every Thanksgiving and Christmas, you can count on one thing — Rick Renner will be cooking the turkey! — Rick Renner

One of the most comforting truths in Scripture is that God is “the seeing One.” Even when no one else notices your obedience, your generosity, or your sacrifice, nothing ever escapes His attention. In Matthew 6, Jesus calls Him, “Thy Father which seeth in secret…,” and the Greek actually describes God as “the seeing One.” I love that, because it reminds us that Heaven never overlooks what is done with a sincere heart. Men may never know what you’ve given or how you’ve obeyed the prompting of the Holy Spirit, but God sees every act of faithfulness. God is a faithful rewarder. He sees every hidden act of kindness, every quiet gift, every sacrifice made out of love for Him, and He never forgets. Friend, don’t be discouraged if nobody notices what you do for the Kingdom. The Father is the seeing One, and what is done for Him is never wasted. — Rick Renner

God is calling upon you to stand up and fight — giving your concentrated efforts to stand firm for what you believe. Fight in a manner that is noble, admirable, and worthy of the reward that awaits you. Stay in the fight until you can shout, “The fight is finished, and victory is obtained! — Rick Renner Want to go deeper? Suggested Bible Reading: 1 Timothy 6:12; 2 Timothy 4:7-8; Ephesians 6:11-13; 1 Corinthians 9:24-25; Hebrews 10:35-36; James 1:12; Revelation 2:10

If you’re serious about succeeding in life, you’ll have to adjust your level of commitment and give your full attention to what God has called you to do. Your assigned task must have your full consideration, your undivided attention, and your mental and spiritual concentration. You must immerse yourself in faith, prayer, and meditation regarding God’s call on your life. — Rick Renner Want to go deeper? Suggested Bible Reading: Colossians 3:23-24; Hebrews 12:1-2; Joshua 1:8; 1 Timothy 4:15; Mark 12:30; Psalm 1:1-3; Proverbs 4:25-27

“Father, we thank You that You have called us not just to give the tithe, but to be regularly giving. Help us to know where we are supposed to give, to determine in our hearts what to do and to faithfully do it. Help us give a blessing. Lord, we know if we give a blessing, You will return a blessing to us. In Jesus' Name, Amen.” Friends, our team is here for any prayer requests that you may have. If you would like to pray personally with a member of our team, please call us at 1.800.742.5593 or email us at [email protected]. — Rick Renner

As you share Christ with your family and friends, first stop and ask the Holy Spirit to go before you, to touch their hearts, and to open their eyes and ears to the truth so they might be supernaturally roused from the spiritual deadness that clutches their lives. — Rick Renner Want to go deeper? Suggested Bible Reading: John 16:8; Acts 16:14; 2 Corinthians 4:4-6; Ephesians 1:17-18; Colossians 4:3-4; 1 Corinthians 2:12

Jesus warned us not to turn our acts of righteousness into a performance for people to applaud. The issue is not applicable to when people happen to see your giving or your good works — sometimes that naturally happens. The issue is the motive behind it: Are you doing it to honor God, or are you doing it to be noticed by people? Jesus said that when recognition from others becomes our goal, then the applause of men is the only reward we will receive. Friend, God looks deeper than outward actions — He looks at the heart. Let your giving, your serving, and your acts of kindness flow from a sincere desire to please Him, not to impress people. What is done for God in secret will never be overlooked by Heaven. — Rick Renner To see the rest of this program, “Are You Giving the Wrong Way?,” visit Renner.org or YouTube. You can also search “Renner Ministries” on your favorite podcasting app if you would prefer to listen to this program.

Many churches nowadays try to soften the subject of hell, skirt around it, or even offer false doctrine about it in an attempt to avoid discomfort. I want to tell you that God never wants us to be afraid, but He also doesn’t want us to ignore the reality of this awful place — we need that knowledge so we can be filled with compassion for the lost. If you need an honest wake-up call about the reality of hell, then I encourage you to read my article this month. I want to make it clear just how horrible this place is, but I also want to encourage you that no one has to end up there — we have a solution! You can read “The Necessary Truth of Hell” at renner.org/article/the-ne…. — Rick Renner

Allowing yourself to stay in a state of feeling troubled, upset, and fearful won’t help you in life. In fact, it will hinder you in running the race God has set before you! So take Jesus’ words very seriously and refuse to let your heart be troubled. — Rick Renner Want to go deeper? Suggested Bible Reading: John 14:1; John 14:27; Philippians 4:6-7; Isaiah 41:10; 2 Timothy 1:7; Hebrews 12:1