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,…

God freely forgives our sin through the gospel, but he doesn’t intend to leave us in our sins. Genuine faith should lead to a change of heart, and according to Jesus’ teaching in Luke 16:19–31, that change of heart should be evident in the way we treat the poor. Sadly, we are often tempted to ignore the needs of others while prioritizing our own co…

In this episode of Pray the Word on Leviticus 16:30, David Platt reminds us how the blood of Christ covers our sins through faith. 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 Can…

In this episode of Pray the Word on Psalm 34:3, David Platt encourages us to cultivate God-centered relationships with others. 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 Psalm 33:1, David Platt challenges us to cultivate joyful worship in our walk with the Lord. 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 Leviticus 9:22, David Platt encourages us to bless others in the way we pray and act towards them. 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…

In this episode of Pray the Word on Psalm 31:2, 24, David Platt answers the question, "How can we wait well when rescue feels delayed?" 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 Psalm 30:5, David Platt points us to God's promise of sustaining us through dark nights. 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 Exodus 40:38, David Platt reminds us that the constant presence of God is with all who trust 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 …

What does it mean that the Lord is our shepherd, and how should this give Christians comfort today? In this message from Psalm 23, David Platt points us to the ways that Psalm 23 highlights the goodness of God and Jesus Christ as the good shepherd who has laid down his life for his sheep. When we realize Who is leading us through life’s dark valley…

In this episode of Pray the Word on Exodus 33:18, David Platt asks God to show us more of His glory in our lives, churches, 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…

In this episode of Pray the Word on Exodus 31:1–5, David Platt challenges us to steward the gifts and abilities we have been given by 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…

In this episode of Pray the Word on Exodus 29:44, David Platt explains what it means to live set apart for God's purposes. 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 Exodus 25:8, David Platt asks God to help us live in the fullness of His presence 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, UK, or Canada, w…

In this episode of Pray the Word on Exodus 24:17, David Platt teaches us to fear God appropriately and worship Him wholeheartedly. 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 Can…

In this episode of Pray the Word on Exodus 20:2–3, David Platt asks God to help us to turn from all idols in this world and worship Him alone. 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 Exodus 16:4, David Platt encourages us to trust in God's provision and obey His Word daily. 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…

Some Christians wrongly assume that the safest place to be is in the center of God’s will. However, if we’re going to follow Jesus and demonstrate radical compassion toward those in need, then safety should not be our ultimate concern. In this message from Matthew 9:35–10:42, David Platt points out that the danger of our lives may actually increase…