In this episode of Pray the Word on 1 Samuel 8:7, David Platt warns of the danger of rejecting God as king over our lives. We hope you'll join us for Secret Church 25 on April 11. For six hours, we’ll dig deep into the book of Matthew and pray for our persecuted brothers and sisters. If you register by April 2 and live in the US, UK, or Canada, we’…

What are you here for? What is your purpose in life? Despite what our culture tells us, we were not created to “live for the moment” or to pursue health, wealth, and fulfillment in this life only. In this message from Psalm 67, David Platt challenges us to consider the ultimate goal for which we were created—to seek and enjoy God—and the ultimate m…

In this episode of Pray the Word on 1 Samuel 3:10, David Platt urges us to listen to God's Word and walk in step with His Spirit. We hope you'll join us for Secret Church 25 on April 11. For six hours, we’ll dig deep into the book of Matthew and pray for our persecuted brothers and sisters. If you register by April 2 and live in the US, UK, or Cana…

In this episode of Pray the Word on Ruth 1:22, David Platt encourages us to trust God’s faithfulness in times of sorrow. We hope you'll join us for Secret Church 25 on April 11. For six hours, we’ll dig deep into the book of Matthew and pray for our persecuted brothers and sisters. If you register by April 2 and live in the US, UK, or Canada, we’ll…

In this episode of Pray the Word on Judges 21:25, David Platt encourages us to do that which is right in God's eyes. We hope you'll join us for Secret Church 25 on April 11. For six hours, we’ll dig deep into the book of Matthew and pray for our persecuted brothers and sisters. If you register by April 2 and live in the US, UK, or Canada, we’ll mak…

In this episode of Pray the Word on Judges 16:20, David Platt warns against self-reliance and calls us to seek God’s presence. We hope you'll join us for Secret Church 25 on April 11. For six hours, we’ll dig deep into the book of Matthew and pray for our persecuted brothers and sisters. If you register by April 2 and live in the US, UK, or Canada,…

In this episode of Pray the Word on Judges 13:19–20, David Platt urges us to pray boldly, trusting God to work wonders in our lives. We hope you'll join us for Secret Church 25 on April 11. For six hours, we’ll dig deep into the book of Matthew and pray for our persecuted brothers and sisters. If you register by April 2 and live in the US, UK, or C…

In this episode of Pray the Word on Judges 11:27, David Platt calls us to trust God's judgment over human opinions. We hope you'll join us for Secret Church 25 on April 11. For six hours, we’ll dig deep into the book of Matthew and pray for our persecuted brothers and sisters. If you register by April 2 and live in the US, UK, or Canada, we’ll make…

In this episode of Pray the Word on Judges 6:15–16, David Platt reminds us that God’s presence is our strength in weakness. We hope you'll join us for Secret Church 25 on April 11. For six hours, we’ll dig deep into the book of Matthew and pray for our persecuted brothers and sisters. If you register by April 2 and live in the US, UK, or Canada, we…

In this episode of Pray the Word on Judges 5:31, David Platt reminds us that only Jesus makes us friends of God. We hope you'll join us for Secret Church 25 on April 11. For six hours, we’ll dig deep into the book of Matthew and pray for our persecuted brothers and sisters. If you register by April 2 and live in the US, UK, or Canada, we’ll make su…

As Christians we can easily take for granted the great privilege we have of having access to God through Christ. But when we consider the holiness of God, the sinfulness of man, and all that was involved in approaching God in the Old Testament, the saving work of Christ appears even more glorious. In this message from David Platt from Hebrews 10:19…

In this episode of Pray the Word on Judges 3:7, David Platt reminds us that forgetting God leads to sin and suffering. We hope you'll join us for Secret Church 25 on April 11. For six hours, we’ll dig deep into the book of Matthew and pray for our persecuted brothers and sisters. If you register by April 2 and live in the US, UK, or Canada, we’ll m…

In this episode of Pray the Word on Joshua 23:14, David Platt urges us to stand firm in faith, knowing God always keeps His Word. We hope you'll join us for Secret Church 25 on April 11. For six hours, we’ll dig deep into the book of Matthew and pray for our persecuted brothers and sisters. If you register by April 2 and live in the US, UK, or Cana…

In this episode of Pray the Word on Joshua 14:13, David Platt urges us to trust God's promises and boldly obey His Word. We hope you'll join us for Secret Church 25 on April 11. For six hours, we’ll dig deep into the book of Matthew and pray for our persecuted brothers and sisters. If you register by April 2 and live in the US, UK, or Canada, we’ll…

In this episode of Pray the Word on Psalm 67:1–2, David Platt prays for God’s blessing to be known among all nations. We hope you'll join us for Secret Church 25 on April 11. For six hours, we’ll dig deep into the book of Matthew and pray for our persecuted brothers and sisters. If you register by April 2 and live in the US, UK, or Canada, we’ll ma…

In this episode of Pray the Word on Joshua 5:15, David Platt teaches us the implications of the Holy Spirit's dwelling in our lives. We hope you'll join us for Secret Church 25 on April 11. For six hours, we’ll dig deep into the book of Matthew and pray for our persecuted brothers and sisters. If you register by April 2 and live in the US, UK, or C…

In this episode of Pray the Word on Joshua 1:8, David Platt challenges us to cultivate the spiritual discipline of meditating on Scripture. We hope you'll join us for Secret Church 25 on April 11. For six hours, we’ll dig deep into the book of Matthew and pray for our persecuted brothers and sisters. If you register by April 2 and live in the US, U…

In this episode of Pray the Word on Deuteronomy 34:10, David Platt teaches us about the privilege of knowing God through Jesus. We hope you'll join us for Secret Church 25 on April 11. For six hours, we’ll dig deep into the book of Matthew and pray for our persecuted brothers and sisters. If you register by April 2 and live in the US, UK, or Canada…

In the Old Testament, God’s people were often promised earthly, physical blessings if they obeyed him. The blessings of land and prosperity were often anticipations of a greater, heavenly reward. In the New Testament, on the other hand, God’s people are not promised wealth or comfort, at least not in the present age. In Mark 10:17–31, Jesus warns u…

In this episode of Pray the Word on Deuteronomy 31:8, David Platt reminds us that God goes before us in whatever we might face. We hope you'll join us for Secret Church 25 on April 11. For six hours, we’ll dig deep into the book of Matthew and pray for our persecuted brothers and sisters. If you register by April 2 and live in the US, UK, or Canada…

In this episode of Pray the Word on Deuteronomy 29:4, David Platt asks God to give us the gift of understanding that only He can provide. We hope you'll join us for Secret Church 25 on April 11. For six hours, we’ll dig deep into the book of Matthew and pray for our persecuted brothers and sisters. If you register by April 2 and live in the US, UK,…

In this episode of Pray the Word on Deuteronomy 26:16, David Platt invites us to be careful to obey God's Word in everything we do. We hope you'll join us for Secret Church 25 on April 11. For six hours, we’ll dig deep into the book of Matthew and pray for our persecuted brothers and sisters. If you register by April 2 and live in the US, UK, or Ca…

In this episode of Pray the Word on Deuteronomy 23:5, David Platt reminds us how God's redemptive love and power turns curses into blessings. We hope you'll join us for Secret Church 25 on April 11. For six hours, we’ll dig deep into the book of Matthew and pray for our persecuted brothers and sisters. If you register by April 2 and live in the US,…

In this episode of Pray the Word on Deuteronomy 18:18, David Platt teaches us that Jesus is the Word made flesh that brings us life. We hope you'll join us for Secret Church 25 on April 11. For six hours, we’ll dig deep into the book of Matthew and pray for our persecuted brothers and sisters. If you register by April 2 and live in the US, UK, or C…

In this episode of Pray the Word on Deuteronomy 16:20, David Platt calls us to conform our lives to that which is biblically right and just. We hope you'll join us for Secret Church 25 on April 11. For six hours, we’ll dig deep into the book of Matthew and pray for our persecuted brothers and sisters. If you register by April 2 and live in the US, …

In this episode of Pray the Word on Psalm 57:5, David Platt asks God to glorify himself in our lives and the world. We hope you'll join us for Secret Church 25 on April 11. For six hours, we’ll dig deep into the book of Matthew and pray for our persecuted brothers and sisters. If you register by April 2 and live in the US, UK, or Canada, we’ll make…

In the Old Testament, God’s people were often promised earthly, physical blessings if they obeyed him. The blessings of land and prosperity were often anticipations of a greater, heavenly reward. In the New Testament, on the other hand, God’s people are not promised wealth or comfort, at least not in the present age. In Mark 10:17–31, Jesus warns u…

In this episode of Pray the Word on Deuteronomy 10:17–19, David Platt challenges us to reflect God's love for immigrants and refugees wisely. We hope you'll join us for Secret Church 25 on April 11. For six hours, we’ll dig deep into the book of Matthew and pray for our persecuted brothers and sisters. If you register by April 2 and live in the US,…

In this episode of Pray the Word on Deuteronomy 7:6, David Platt reminds us that God chose because of His mercy, not our merit. We hope you'll join us for Secret Church 25 on April 11. For six hours, we’ll dig deep into the book of Matthew and pray for our persecuted brothers and sisters. If you register by April 2 and live in the US, UK, or Canada…

In this episode of Pray the Word on Deuteronomy 6:8, David Platt challenges us to keep our eyes on God's Word in all that we do. We hope you'll join us for Secret Church 25 on April 11. For six hours, we’ll dig deep into the book of Matthew and pray for our persecuted brothers and sisters. If you register by April 2 and live in the US, UK, or Canad…

In this episode of Pray the Word on Deuteronomy 3:24, David Platt explains how God's faithfulness creates holy anticipation for our future. We hope you'll join us for Secret Church 25 on April 11. For six hours, we’ll dig deep into the book of Matthew and pray for our persecuted brothers and sisters. If you register by April 2 and live in the US, U…

In this episode of Pray the Word on Numbers 35:34, David Platt explains what it means to honor God as temples of His Spirit. We hope you'll join us for Secret Church 25 on April 11. For six hours, we’ll dig deep into the book of Matthew and pray for our persecuted brothers and sisters. If you register by April 2 and live in the US, UK, or Canada, w…

In this episode of Pray the Word on Numbers 34:29, David Platt motivates us to praise the Lord for He is always faithful to His promises. We hope you'll join us for Secret Church 25 on April 11. For six hours, we’ll dig deep into the book of Matthew and pray for our persecuted brothers and sisters. If you register by April 2 and live in the US, UK,…

In this episode of Pray the Word on Psalm 50:14–15, David Platt motivates us to embrace the privilege of prayer for the glory of God. We hope you'll join us for Secret Church 25 on April 11. For six hours, we’ll dig deep into the book of Matthew and pray for our persecuted brothers and sisters. If you register by April 2 and live in the US, UK, or …

As the Lord who has authority over all creation, Jesus Christ did not only come to die on behalf of his people—as amazing as that is—but he also came to live in them! Living the Christian life is not primarily about our wisdom and strength but about Christ’s wisdom and power at work in and through us. In this message from Colossians 1:24–2:5, David…

In this episode of Pray the Word on Numbers 28:8, David Platt asks God to make our thoughts, words, and actions pleasing to Him. We hope you'll join us for Secret Church 25 on April 11. For six hours, we’ll dig deep into the book of Matthew and pray for our persecuted brothers and sisters. If you register by April 2 and live in the US, UK, or Canad…

In this episode of Pray the Word on Numbers 27:18, David Platt calls us to lead and influence others out of the overflow of the Spirit in us. We hope you'll join us for Secret Church 25 on April 11. For six hours, we’ll dig deep into the book of Matthew and pray for our persecuted brothers and sisters. If you register by April 2 and live in the US,…

In this episode of Pray the Word on Numbers 22:38, David Platt challenges us to share the same truth that reached and saved us. We hope you'll join us for Secret Church 25 on April 11. For six hours, we’ll dig deep into the book of Matthew and pray for our persecuted brothers and sisters. If you register by April 2 and live in the US, UK, or Canada…

In this episode of Pray the Word on Numbers 20:12, David Platt encourages us to live for the hallowing of God's name through our lives. We hope you'll join us for Secret Church 25 on April 11. For six hours, we’ll dig deep into the book of Matthew and pray for our persecuted brothers and sisters. If you register by April 2 and live in the US, UK, o…

In this episode of Pray the Word on Numbers 17:10, David Platt shows how Jesus gives us full access to God and empowers us to bear fruit. We hope you'll join us for Secret Church 25 on April 11. For six hours, we’ll dig deep into the book of Matthew and pray for our persecuted brothers and sisters. If you register by April 2 and live in the US, UK,…

In this episode of Pray the Word on Numbers 14:24, David Platt challenges us to live a countercultural life by the power of the Holy Spirit. We hope you'll join us for Secret Church 25 on April 11. For six hours, we’ll dig deep into the book of Matthew and pray for our persecuted brothers and sisters. If you register by April 2 and live in the US, …

In this episode of Pray the Word on Numbers 11:29, David Platt asks God to help us faithfully speak His Word in the power of the Holy Spirit. We hope you'll join us for Secret Church 25 on April 11. For six hours, we’ll dig deep into the book of Matthew and pray for our persecuted brothers and sisters. If you register by April 2 and live in the US,…

If Jesus asked you to give up all your money and possessions in order to follow him, how would you respond? Is your allegiance to money greater than your allegiance to Jesus? In this message from Matthew 10:17–31, Jesus exposes the idolatry of the rich young ruler. While not every Christian is called to give up all their possessions, Jesus’ words s…

In this episode of Pray the Word on Psalm 42:11, David Platt reminds us of the hope that God offers regardless of how much despair we feel. We hope you'll join us for Secret Church 25 on April 11. For six hours, we’ll dig deep into the book of Matthew and pray for our persecuted brothers and sisters. If you register by April 2 and live in the US, U…

In this episode of Pray the Word, David Platt prays the blessing of Numbers 6:22–26 over people who have not heard of Jesus yet. We hope you'll join us for Secret Church 25 on April 11. For six hours, we’ll dig deep into the book of Matthew and pray for our persecuted brothers and sisters. If you register by April 2 and live in the US, UK, or Canad…

In this episode of Pray the Word on Numbers 1:1–2, David Platt pictures God's loving care for every single person who belongs to His kingdom. We hope you'll join us for Secret Church 25 on April 11. For six hours, we’ll dig deep into the book of Matthew and pray for our persecuted brothers and sisters. If you register by April 2 and live in the US,…

In this episode of Pray the Word on Leviticus 26:3–4, David Platt reminds us that obeying God's Word always works out for our good. We hope you'll join us for Secret Church 25 on April 11. For six hours, we’ll dig deep into the book of Matthew and pray for our persecuted brothers and sisters. If you register by April 2 and live in the US, UK, or Ca…

In this episode of Pray the Word on Leviticus 25:8–12, David Platt praises Jesus as the One who brings freedom to the poor and the slave. We hope you'll join us for Secret Church 25 on April 11. For six hours, we’ll dig deep into the book of Matthew and pray for our persecuted brothers and sisters. If you register by April 2 and live in the US, UK,…

In this episode of Pray the Word on Leviticus 22:31–33, David Platt challenges us to honor God with our thoughts, desires, and actions. We hope you'll join us for Secret Church 25 on April 11. For six hours, we’ll dig deep into the book of Matthew and pray for our persecuted brothers and sisters. If you register by April 2 and live in the US, UK, o…

In this episode of Pray the Word on Leviticus 19:18, David Platt challenges us to practice holiness by loving the poor and the oppressed. We hope you'll join us for Secret Church 25 on April 11. For six hours, we’ll dig deep into the book of Matthew and pray for our persecuted brothers and sisters. If you register by April 2 and live in the US, UK,…