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Answers with Bayless Conley
Bayless is the founding pastor of Cottonwood Church in California. He is known for his clear presentation of the gospel and the way he applies the life-changing truth of God's Word to everyday life. It's this same truth that radically turned his life around many years ago. Today, Answers with Bayles...
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Lessons from Philippians: Don't Take Offense
The apostle Paul urged the Philippian believers not to take offense—to be free of animosity, anger, and bitterness.
In this message from his P...
Lessons from Philippians: Loving God's Way
Love is powerful—but as the apostle Paul reminds us, it must be expressed within the guidelines of knowledge and discernment.
Continuing his se...
Lessons at the Well
Everyone experiences strained and broken relationships. But it doesn't have to stay that way—God shows us how to go from strife to peace.
In "Le...
Lessons from Philippians: The Narrow Way
Every single person is either in Adam or in Christ—still under sin and death, or made alive in Jesus. So it's vital we lead others to make the right d...
Lessons from Philippians: Praise Your Way Out
Arrested and beaten, the apostle Paul and his disciple Silas were thrown into prison. Yet still they sang praises to God.
In "Praise Your Way O...
Building a Great Marriage
If you want your relationships with others to flourish, your relationship with God needs to flourish first.
In "Building a Great Marriage," P...
Lessons from Philippians: God's Bigger Plan
The most important thing you can give to another person is the gospel of Jesus Christ.
In "God's Bigger Plan," a message from his series on Phi...
Lessons from Philippians: Your True Citizenship
The book of Philippians has often been called "the Epistle of Joy." In it, the apostle Paul reminds believers that they are citizens of heaven—and tha...
The Prayer of Jesus
Jesus prayed for oneness among believers in John 17. But the truth is that unity doesn't necessarily mean uniformity.
In "The Prayer of Jesus,"...
Keys to Holy Living
God has called us to be holy—and it's not a suggestion, it's a command: "Be holy, for I am holy."
In his candid and encouraging message "Keys t...
So You Want to Be a Star? (2/2)
As a believer, you are called to serve—to lay down your life and have the same mindset Christ had.
In part two of "So You Want to Be a Star?,"...
So You Want to Be a Star? (1/2)
What if the way up in the kingdom of God is to actually go down?
In part one of his challenging message "So You Want to Be a Star?," Pastor Bay...
Supernatural Gifts - The Word of Knowledge
The word of knowledge is a gift—a supernatural revelation by the Holy Spirit of certain facts in the mind of God. And as a believer, it is available t...
Jesus, Prince of Peace
If you're like many people, you might wonder if peace is really possible in the world today.
In "Jesus, Prince of Peace," Pastor Bayless shares...
God's Christmas Gift
Jesus Christ is God's Christmas gift to the world. Yet so many wrap this gift up in religious rules and regulations instead of enjoying the gift itsel...
Your Checklist for Prayer (2/2)
Prayer is an exercise in faith—not sight. Through it, you can find the salvation, healing, and deliverance your heart longs for.
In part two of...
Your Checklist for Prayer (1/2)
Have you ever prayed… but felt like nothing happened?
In part one of "Your Checklist for Prayer," Pastor Bayless encourages you to think about a...
Hear and Be Wise
Deep within, we all yearn for wisdom. But being wise means living your life according to God and His Word—the source of all true wisdom.
In "He...
The Impact of a Generous Heart (2/2)
Generosity is not just a financial act—it's a spiritual one that connects you to God and brings Him glory.
In part two of "The Impact of a Gener...
The Impact of a Generous Heart (1/2)
Does giving really matter? And what are the benefits of living generously with eternity in view?
In part one of his powerful message "The Impac...
Keys to Successful Prayer
Are you facing a barren place in your life—where peace, strength, or material needs seem to elude you?
In his heartfelt message "Keys to Succe...
Jesus, Our Intercessor and Advocate
Jesus died for your sins, rose again, ascended to heaven, and will one day return. So what is He doing now? And why does it matter?
In his dee...
Four Things God Wants Us to Lift Up (3/3)
How might your life be different if you saw the world as God sees it—a field ripe for the harvest?
In part three of "Four Things God Wants Us t...
Four Things God Wants Us to Lift Up (2/3)
How do you respond when the enemy persecutes your soul or life crushes your spirit?
In part two of "Four Things God Wants Us to Lift Up," Pasto...
Four Things God Wants Us to Lift Up (1/3)
What if your worship could change the atmosphere—not just around you, but in you?
In part one of "Four Things God Wants Us to Lift Up," Pasto...
Intercession for a Wicked City (2/2)
Prayer has the power to change everything—but we must be willing to press in.
In "Intercession for a Wicked City Part 2," Pastor Bayless explore...
Intercession for a Wicked City (1/2)
What happens when sin overtakes a city, a nation, or even a loved one? Can your prayers make a difference?
In part 1 of "Intercession for a Wic...
The Power of God’s Promises (2/2)
God's promises connect us directly to His divine nature. We only need to walk with Him by faith.
In "The Power of God's Promises Part 2," Pasto...
The Power of God’s Promises (1/2)
What do you do when you experience tragedies and loss in your life—unexpected events that leave you without answers?
In "The Power of God's Prom...
Bread from Heaven
So many things in life promise fulfillment, yet ultimately leave us empty. But Jesus offers something far greater—the bread of life.
In his me...
The Prayer of Jabez (2/2)
Jabez didn't settle for an ordinary life—he cried out to God, and God answered.
In part two of "The Prayer of Jabez," Pastor Bayless explores th...
The Prayer of Jabez (1/2)
Buried in a long list of genealogies, the brief story of Jabez in 1 Chronicles 4 stands out as a powerful testament to bold, faith-filled prayer.
Three Prayers of Forgiveness
Everyone has been hurt by others at one time or another—even by those in the Church.
In "Three Prayers of Forgiveness," Pastor Bayless unpacks t...
Jesus the Savior
Many people think of salvation as simply the forgiveness of sins, but the Bible paints a much broader picture.
In "Jesus the Savior," Pastor B...
The Thank Yous of Faith (2/2)
Having faith means much more than just believing in God's power. It means expressing gratitude even when circumstances don't go your way.
In par...
The Thank Yous of Faith (1/2)
The Christian life must be one that is marked by living, active faith. There's no other way to please God!
In part one of "The Thank Yous of Fai...
The Lord Is My Shepherd (2/2)
As a sheep of the Good Shepherd, Jesus, there are specific promises of provision over your life—promises you can count on when you follow Him faithful...
The Lord Is My Shepherd (1/2)
The Bible refers to God's people as "sheep" and Jesus as "The Good Shepherd." But what does this metaphor really mean for you?
In part one of h...
They Had Been with Jesus
It is impossible to have a true encounter with Christ and go away unchanged. It happened to the disciples, and it still happens today.
In his p...
Why Haven’t My Prayers Been Answered? (2/2)
God hears and answers prayer. But what's in our hearts can help or hinder the effectiveness of those prayers.
In part two of "Why Haven't My Pr...