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Discovering the Bible's answers is the focus of Living on the Edge, the broadcast ministry of Chip Ingram. Each week, Chip will take you to God's Word for biblical guidance on topics like being a follower of Jesus, strengthening your marriage, understanding love and sex, raising moral children, and overcoming painful emotions. Chip also shares honestly from his own experiences. Visit us online at https://LivingontheEdge.org.
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Living on the Edge, a discipleship ministry and radio/television program of pastor and author Chip Ingram, is committed to providing everyday believers with tools that help them live like Christians. Each week, Chip will take you through God's Word for insight on topics like strengthening your marriage, understanding love and sex, raising children, and overcoming painful emotions. Today, a daily listening audience of more than one million people can hear Living on the Edge on over 1,100 radi ...
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Made For This with Jennie Allen

Made For This with Jennie Allen

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Jennie Allen is the 2x New York Times bestselling author of 'Find Your People' and 'Get Out Of Your Head'. She is also the founder and visionary of IF:Gathering. She is a passionate leader following God's call on her life to catalyze a generation to live what they believe. Jennie has a Masters in Biblical Studies from Dallas Theological Seminary and lives in Dallas, Texas, with her husband, Zac, and their four children. ________ SHORT. FUN. TRUTH. REAL CONVERSATION ABOUT THE STRUGGLES WE ARE ...
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Honest and Lighthearted Conversations with the Authors Transforming Our World. If you love the written word, join us for conversations with top Christian authors about how books have transformed their lives. You’ll also hear about their motivation for writing, their process, and how they broke into publishing. Books can change the world, our communities, our churches, and our lives. The Writing for a Change podcast gives you an inside look into how that happens.
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Do you know why the top universities in the world were founded? Or why someone like Harriet Tubman risked her life to rescue slaves? In this program, guest teacher John Dickerson makes that connection for us. John’s gonna unpack the common thread that links some of history’s most notable figures and institutions. We Want Good for Loved Ones: It's a…
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When life hurts, when the pressure is relentless, and when joy feels out of reach—what do you do? In today’s conversation, Jennie sits down with pastor, teacher, and author Chip Ingram to talk about what it really means to choose joy in the middle of pain, disappointment, and uncertainty. Chip shares his powerful personal story of chronic pain, los…
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What can you do to support the young person in your life who is having a faith crisis or wrestling with some serious doubts about Jesus or the Bible? In this program, Chip will give practical advice to concerned parents and grandparents through his enlightening conversation with best-selling author and renowned apologist Sean McDowell. Together, th…
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Chip explains why it’s intellectually honest to believe that the God of the Bible is actually the one, true God. As narrow as that may sound, there’s compelling evidence that it’s true and that you can not only confidently believe in God, but explain to others why they don’t have to throw their brains in the trash to believe it too.To support this …
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Have you ever been told, “All roads lead to heaven”? Or had someone tell you, “As long as you’re SINCERE about what you believe, it doesn’t really matter WHAT you believe”? If you hold to one of those positions or you’d like some insight about how to respond to those viewpoints, what Chip has to share will be super helpful.To support this ministry …
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Christianity has experienced a lot of criticism in our day–frankly, because we’ve failed to live out our faith. In this program, our guest teacher, John Dickerson, suggests that ignoring our Christian values is far more dangerous. Learn how to get back to our faith-based roots, which inspired those who came before us to change the world.To support …
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Many parents today are deeply concerned about the hostile world their kids are growing up in. In this program, our guest teacher, John Dickerson, shares some hope for moms and dads, as he continues our series Dealing with Doubts. Don’t miss the ways parents can set their children up to make wise choices, make good friends, and avoid the prevalent p…
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You are in for a powerful, hope-filled conversation with Jennie and the incredible women behind the Girls Gone Bible podcast, Angela and Ari. They share their raw and redemptive testimonies of meeting Jesus, breaking free from addiction, overcoming anxiety and mental torment, and the miraculous way God brought them together. They also talk about th…
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Two hundred and fifty years ago, Thomas Jefferson penned the phrase, “We hold these truths to be self-evident that all men are created equal.” In this program, guest teacher John Dickerson closely examines those famous words. He’ll reflect on the ways Christians fought for human rights throughout history and how the equality we enjoy today is a pro…
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Martin Luther King Jr. once said, “Darkness cannot drive out darkness. Only light can do that.” In this program, guest teacher, John Dickerson picks up in our series Dealing with Doubts. Join us as John looks at the ways that authentic followers of Jesus have opposed evil for centuries, and the inspiration it gives us to keep up that fight today.To…
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If you were to study history’s most notable scientists, doctors, and educators, you’d quickly notice a mutual belief they all shared. In this program, guest teacher John Dickerson reveals the answer. Discover what drove these great men and women to the success we recognize them for today.To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.onep…
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Jennie Allen welcomes her sister Brooke Warnock to talk about one of the most life-giving tools they’ve ever used: the Life Plan process. Brooke is a trained Life Plan facilitator who helps people discover their “sweet spot”—that unique combination of gifts, passions, and purpose that God has placed in each of us. They discuss how this process has …
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Do you know why the top universities in the world were founded? Or why someone like Harriet Tubman risked her life to rescue slaves? In this program, guest teacher John Dickerson makes that connection for us. John’s gonna unpack the common thread that links some of history’s most notable figures and institutions.To support this ministry financially…
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Creation versus evolution: the never-ending debate, right? So many want us to believe that science and faith are incompatible. But what if they’re not? What if science actually supports faith and what if faith actually informs science? Chip provides helpful insight to the current debate, in a time when the disagreements are more intense than ever. …
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In this program, Chip tells us the integrity of the Christian message hinges on the resurrection of Jesus. He continues his look, that began in our previous program, at the proofs that Jesus is who He said He is…that He’s God, that He rose from the dead, and is alive today. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donat…
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In this program, Chip tells us the integrity of the Christian message hinges on the resurrection of Jesus. If Jesus didn’t rise from death to life, none of the other tenets of the faith matter. Well, you gotta live before you can die. So, Chip begins with a look at the proofs of Christ’s life in Israel, and what the historical record says.To suppor…
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Jennie sits down with her longtime friends Gabe and Rebekah Lyons for a raw and redemptive conversation about marriage. In their new book The Fight for Us, the Lyons open up about their 28 years of marriage—the early diagnosis of their son’s Down syndrome, unspoken pain, their different conflict styles, and what nearly tore them apart. But they als…
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Creation versus evolution: the never-ending debate, right? So many want us to believe that science and faith are incompatible. But what if they’re not? What if science actually supports faith and what if faith actually informs science? Chip provides helpful insight to the current debate, in a time when the disagreements are more intense than ever.T…
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This episode is a powerful, vulnerable read from Chapter 9 of Get Out of Your Head. Jennie brings us back to the foundational truth that we are not meant to do life alone. Whether you’re stuck in spiraling thoughts, weighed down by shame, or afraid to let others see the real you, this episode is a wake-up call to let yourself be fully known. From a…
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Did you know that some of the most severe critics of evolution are not Christians, not creationists, but leading scholars…non-believing, scholars who say the scientific evidence simply doesn’t support evolution? Chip explains that the premise that science and faith are mutually exclusive is patently false!To support this ministry financially, visit…
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Do you believe in heaven and hell? Are they specific places or just concepts? Is there any real evidence that points to a literal heaven and a literal hell? Chip explains what the Bible actually teaches about hell. And answers the serious question: How could a loving God send people to hell? Chip brings clarity and helpful insight.To support this m…
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Have you ever had an experience that changed your opinion or attitude on something? I mean, you thought you knew all the facts—until you went through a situation that completely changed your mind. In this program, guest teacher John Dickerson will do that by sharing two powerful testimonies that’ll touch your heart. Main PointsThree basic evidence …
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Today we’re talking about something so many of us are facing — how to help our kids when their minds are spinning with worry, fear, and big emotions. It’s actually perfect timing because my newest kids’ book, based on Get Out Of Your Head, is now available — What To Do With Your Whirly, Swirly Thoughts— and it’s all about giving kids (and ourselves…
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We have all heard the stories of former pastors or church worship leaders who have walked away or “deconstructed” their faith. Chip addresses the heart of this alarming trend through an insightful conversation with pastor and author John Dickerson. Together, they will delve into the complexities of faith, doubt, and the challenges that believers fa…
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In today’s episode, Jennie sits down with longtime friend, pastor, and author David Platt to talk about a simple, powerful way to study your Bible. David shares how his life was changed by time with the underground church—and how their hunger for the Word led to what is now Secret Church, a global simulcast Bible study attended by tens of thousands…
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Do you ever feel stuck in the same struggles — like real change just isn’t possible? In this episode, Jennie invites us to take a hard look at what we believe about the Holy Spirit and the supernatural power of God. Many of us have grown too comfortable in our sin, naming it but not fighting it. But Scripture promises us something more: clarity, fr…
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Main Points I. The burial of Jesus = Mark 15:42-47 The request by Joseph of Arimathea = Mark 15:42-44 The answer by Pilate = Mark 15:45-46 The viewing by the women = Mark 15:47 II. The announcement of Jesus’ resurrection = Mark 16:1-8 The seeking of the women = Mark 16:1-4 The telling of the angel = Mark 16:5-8 III. The appearances after Jesus’ res…
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We all know we’re supposed to love people, but what happens when they hurt, disagree, or drive us crazy? Jennie sits down with her friend, Jada Edwards, to talk about what it really looks like to love your neighbor from the inside out. Jada shares about the personal conviction that led to her new book A New Way to Love Your Neighbor — a call to lov…
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Where’s the line between being real and just complaining? In this episode, Jennie talks about how grumbling and venting can slowly steal our joy, divide our relationships, and keep us from living in freedom. She shares practical wisdom for shifting conversations, choosing life-giving words, and building friendships where honesty and encouragement g…
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What do an Olympic sprinter, a Navy Seal, and a neurosurgeon have in common? They understand that true success happens through intense training and practice, not by chance. In this program, Chip connects the dedication and preparation of those professionals to our need for spiritual conditioning. Hear about the ‘discipleship boot camp’ Jesus sent H…
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In this powerful episode recorded at Made For This Live, Jennie welcomes Jey Mbiro, a Compassion graduate who grew up in one of the largest slums in the world—Mathare, Kenya. Jey shares his story of transformation from a childhood of hunger and hopelessness to a life of purpose, leadership, and joy in Christ. You’ll hear how a simple decision to sp…
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We’re all prone to cynicism—even if we don’t realize it. In this replay episode, Jennie walks us through the subtle ways cynicism creeps into our thoughts and relationships, how it slowly drains joy from our lives, and how we can fight back with delight, hope, and truth. She shares a powerful story about how art pierced through her cynicism, the va…
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We have all sung the powerful words of the hymn, "I have decided to follow Jesus." The melody resonates, and the sentiment rings true, but the question lingers: What does it actually look like to walk in Jesus' footsteps? In this program, our Bible teacher, Chip Ingram, gets to the root of that question as he begins his study in the Gospel of Mark.…
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This week, Jennie sits down with worship leader and artist TAYA—a voice you’ve likely heard in powerful songs sung worldwide and joined us in Romania for Gather25! In this intimate and encouraging conversation, TAYA shares the story behind her new album The Reminder (releasing April 4), the word God gave her through birds, and how learning to trust…
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In this week’s episode, Jennie Allen addresses a topic many of us feel but rarely talk about—numbness. When we are constantly bombarded with the problems of the world, it’s easy to check out emotionally, leading us to a place of indifference. But what if indifference is causing us to miss the specific calling God has placed in our lives? Jennie cha…
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Do you have a difficult person in your life - a person who makes you nuts? Do you wonder, "Is there a Godly response to this person?" If you’re faced with that person right now, join Chip as he shares how to deal with the difficult people in your life. Main Points Thesis: Sometimes the person we most want God to remove from our lives is the person …
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This week, Jennie Allen sits down with her friend and leadership expert Carey Nieuwhof to talk about burnout, rest, and sustainable rhythms. Carey shares his powerful story of hitting a wall after years of striving and high performance, and how he learned that time off won’t fix a life that’s running on empty. They discuss how to create sustainable…
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This week, Jennie Allen discusses loneliness, expectations, and codependency and how we so often look to people to fill spaces only God can fill. If you’ve ever felt disappointed in your relationships, anxious about letting others down, or weighed down by striving for approval, this episode will speak to your heart. Jennie unpacks what codependency…
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Do you ever wonder why good, Godly relationships have conflict? If I love God and you love God and we love each other, then shouldn’t we have a relationship free of conflict? Unfortunately, the answer is, no. Chip shares some ways of living in harmony with those around you and how to handle conflict effectively when it arises. Main Points How impor…
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In this powerful live conversation, Jennie Allen and Jonathan Pokluda (JP) dive deep into the reality of spiritual warfare and how the enemy actively works to distract, deceive, destroy, and divide us. JP shares insights from his new book, Your Story Has a Villain and lays out clear, biblical strategies for standing firm against the attacks of the …
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Doubt is a part of faith—but how we handle it makes all the difference. In this episode, Jennie Allen gets real about her own struggles with doubt and what Scripture teaches us about believing even when we don’t feel it. What You'll Learn: The difference between wrestling with doubt and letting it define you How James 1:5-8 challenges us to fight b…
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Have you ever wished that someone would look behind the smile, the makeup, and the clothes, to see who you really are - and accept you just as you are? We all long for that, and in this message Chip shares how Jesus taught us to love one another. Main Points To love each other the way Jesus loved His disciples means we must accept one another, just…
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What does it mean to be a man in today’s world? Jason Wilson joins Jennie in this weeks episode to share how he is on a mission to help men break free from emotional incarceration, embrace their full humanity, and live as comprehensive men—both strong and tender, courageous and compassionate. In this episode, Jennie Allen and Jason have a powerful,…
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In this special episode, Jennie Allen shares a powerful message from the E-Women Conference in Lynchburg, VA about the lies that hold us captive and how we can fight back with truth. Drawing from her book Get Out of Your Head and the theme of spiritual warfare, Jennie unpacks how the enemy works through our thoughts to keep us stuck in fear, insecu…
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What is it, exactly, that Jesus really wants from you? Join Chip as he begins this series with the answer to that question. Main Points Taking Jesus seriously means we take His Word seriously! W.D.J.S. --John 13:34-35 What is the New Commandment? When was the New Commandment given? Why was the New Commandment given? How seriously did the early Chur…
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Something is happening across the world. Revival is breaking outl, God is moving, and we have a choice: lean in or miss it. In this episode, we are sharing Jennie's message from Gather. As she reflects on her own experiences witnessing the glory of God, she issues a challenge to all of us: Will we choose awe or cynicism? Will we trade comfort for s…
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Something incredible happened February 28th and March 1. Over 20,000 events took place across 183 countries, uniting believers in prayer, worship, and commissioning to reach the world with the gospel. Gather 25 was more than an event—it was a call to action for everybody, everywhere. Across the world, from living rooms in the U.S. to churches in Rw…
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Imagine you are going about your day when suddenly, your phone rings. It is your doctor, and the news is staggering—a life-threatening diagnosis that changes everything in an instant. How would you respond? In this powerful program, Chip delves into James chapter 5, uncovering what Scripture reveals about physical healing. More importantly, he shar…
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In this special Made For This LIVE event episode, Jennie Allen and Jonathan Pokluda are joined by one of our favorite and most listened-to guests, Clint Bruce - former Navy SEAL and NFL player- for a deep conversation on spiritual warfare, leadership, and how to approach life’s toughest challenges. Clint shares wisdom from his experiences on the ba…
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In this unfiltered, heartfelt episode of Made For This, Jennie Allen lays it all out—inviting every Jesus follower on earth to unite for 25 hours of continuous live prayer, worship, and commissioning. With groups already gathering in over 183 countries, Jennie shares her personal, raw experience of shaking in her car, overwhelmed by the awe and ant…
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