All Episodes — The Max Lucado Encouraging Word Podcast

S2 Ep 276276: Connected to Christ (Come Thirsty Series)

This week on the Max Lucado Encouraging Word podcast, we're going to be meditating on the words from Jesus, “Abide in me.” He says this over and over in John 15. It must be important. But what does it mean? In today’s episode, we’re looking at what means to live connected to Christ. Not just be around him or near him, but truly connected. To make him your home, to take shelter in the walls of Jesus, and to be transformed by his love.

May 29, 202321 min

S2 Ep 275275: Divine Drinking (Come Thirsty Series)

This week on the Max Lucado Encouraging Word podcast, we're going to be discussing the saying, “you are what you eat.” I’m going to make a small edit for our purposes today: “you are what you drink.” And you can choose what you drink. This episode talks about one of those big church words: “sanctification.” Turning down the cups of anxiety, anger, and guilt, that show up in your life. And instead accepting what the Holy Spirit offers – to drink from the rivers of living water.

May 22, 202338 min

S2 Ep 274274: The Dehydrated Heart (Come Thirsty Series)

This week on the Max Lucado Encouraging Word podcast, we're continuing our Come Thirsty Series. You know it’s important to stay hydrated, don’t you? We’re coming up on summer, and here in South Texas, that means brutally hot days are around the corner. Down here, if you don’t drink enough water, your body will suffer. The same is true of your soul. It needs to be hydrated. Jesus does for your soul what water does for your body – come in, invade every little part, and give you what you need to live.

May 15, 202336 min

S2 Ep 273273: God’s Motherly Love (Come Thirsty Series)

Moms are special, aren’t they? That's exactly what we're talking about on this week's episode of the Max Lucado Encouraging Word Podcast.  If you’ve ever felt cared for or protected, chances are good a mom had something to do with it. Thank God for moms.  Or maybe that doesn’t feel so true for you. On a day when many people celebrate the mom they love or the mom they love being, we know others wait eagerly for the holiday to pass. But no matter what feelings such days stir in you, may I remind you of God’s great motherly love for you? His affection for you is so deep; he does not forget you. Drink in the promise from Isaiah chapter 49: “I have engraved you on the palms of my hands."

May 8, 202318 min

S2 Ep 272272: You Can’t Give What You Don’t Receive (Come Thirsty Series)

This week on the Max Lucado Encouraging Word Podcast, we’re beginning a series that looks at what it means to live immersed in God’s love. To allow his love to fill your dry heart and then, by his power, enable to you love those around you.   If you’ve been feeling a little thirsty lately, I pray this message quenches your soul. May you receive God’s love and trust that he will give you what you need. 

May 1, 202331 min

S2 Ep 271271: Almost Heaven (Psalm 23 Series)

In our last few episodes of the Max Lucado Encouraging Word Podcast, we’ve been revisiting some messages Max shared with his church based on the twenty-third Psalm. Today we’re looking at the final promise in this cherished passage: And I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever.  As he concludes his song of praise, the psalmist reminds us this place we live now is temporary, and our forever home awaits us. We just don’t belong here. Now, hopefully, this life provides more than just a few moments of joy, but it’s still a short-term solution. Jesus Christ offers an eternal one. He is preparing a place for you, and he is coming to take you home. 

Apr 24, 202324 min

S2 Ep 270270: God’s Loving Pursuit (Psalm 23 Series)

In today’s episode of the Max Lucado Encouraging Word Podcast, we’re discussing some of the sweetest words in the Bible…Surely goodness and mercy will follow me all the days of my life. This phrase from Psalm 23 reminds us that the love of God pursues us. His love comes after us. His love follows us.  Do you believe that? I know you may not feel it every day, but do you believe it? Do you trust it? Today’s episode is for anyone who needs to hear that God loves you, he sees you, and he’s calling to you. I pray it encourages your heart.  

Apr 17, 202325 min

S2 Ep 269269: Alone But Not Alone (Psalm 23 Series)

In today’s episode of the Max Lucado Encouraging Word Podcast, we’re discussing how the last few years have revealed a lot about us. Perhaps, more than anything, we’ve learned how isolated so many people are and how lonely they feel. If this describes you, if you ever find yourself convinced that no one cares, that no one can help you, hear you, or heed your call, then Psalm 23 has some encouragement for you.  Max studied the twenty-third Psalm not too long ago with his church in San Antonio, at a time when we all needed words of comfort and hope. But this well-known, well-loved Psalm is timeless. No matter what you’re facing today, let this promise from the middle of David’s poem wash over you: You are with me. 

Apr 10, 202328 min

S2 Ep 268268: I Will Give You Rest (Psalm 23 Series)

In today’s episode of the Max Lucado Encouraging Word Podcast, we’re continuing our study of the twenty-third Psalm. Do you ever have trouble sleeping? So do sheep. They, like so many of us, need their environment to be just right before they can sleep. But sheep can’t create this environment. The psalmist David knew this. He was a shepherd before he was a king. He knew sheep need help to rest. Psalm 23 reminds us just how much like sheep we are. They need their shepherd to do for them what they cannot do for themselves. If this sounds familiar, if you’ve ever wondered if you could ever do enough to finally rest, this message is for you.

Apr 3, 202326 min

S2 Ep 267267: The Lord Is My Shepherd (Psalm 23 Series)

In today’s episode of the Max Lucado Encouraging Word Podcast, we’re taking a look at the twenty-third Psalm. Max shared these messages with our church in San Antonio, Texas a while back, in the early days of the coronavirus pandemic, at a time when so many of us were weary and worried. But many of us are still weary and worried, aren’t we? We could use a dose of comfort and strength from this beloved passage, a reminder of our unchanging shepherd.

Mar 27, 202326 min

Encouraging Word Preview (Psalm 23 Series)

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Welcome to The Max Lucado Encouraging Word Podcast. As we study God’s word together, may our time uplift and encourage you. If you could use some hope, we pray you find it here today.   We invite you to join us as we’re taking a look at the twenty-third Psalm. Max shared these messages with his church in San Antonio, Texas a while back at a time when so many of us were weary and worried. But many of us are still weary and worried, aren’t we? We could use a dose of comfort and strength from this beloved passage, a reminder of our unchanging shepherd.   If you haven’t already, make sure to subscribe on AccessMore or wherever you're listening so you never miss an episode.  

Mar 20, 20231 min

Encouraging Word January Break

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Jan 2, 20231 min

S1 Ep 266266: The God Who Saves (Advent Series)

For some, Christmas is a time of excitement, celebration, and quality time with loved ones. For others, it's full of loneliness, grief, and loss. Join Max Lucado for this special advent series, as he unwraps the enduring promises of Christmas and discovers a lifetime of hope, all because of one baby born in Bethlehem. https://bit.ly/BOBbookCB

Dec 28, 202213 min

S1 Ep 265265: The Problem of the Human Heart (Advent Series)

For some, Christmas is a time of excitement, celebration, and quality time with loved ones. For others, it's full of loneliness, grief, and loss. Join Max Lucado for this special advent series, as he unwraps the enduring promises of Christmas and discovers a lifetime of hope, all because of one baby born in Bethlehem. https://bit.ly/BOBbookCB

Dec 26, 202212 min

S1 Ep 264264: The Miracle of Worship (Advent Series)

For some, Christmas is a time of excitement, celebration, and quality time with loved ones. For others, it's full of loneliness, grief, and loss. Join Max Lucado for this special advent series, as he unwraps the enduring promises of Christmas and discovers a lifetime of hope, all because of one baby born in Bethlehem. https://bit.ly/BOBbookCB

Dec 21, 20228 min

S1 Ep 263263: O Come, Emmanuel (Advent Series)

For some, Christmas is a time of excitement, celebration, and quality time with loved ones. For others, it's full of loneliness, grief, and loss. Join Max Lucado for this special advent series, as he unwraps the enduring promises of Christmas and discovers a lifetime of hope, all because of one baby born in Bethlehem. https://bit.ly/BOBbookCB

Dec 19, 20229 min

S1 Ep 262262: Jesus Is Coming Back (Advent Series)

For some, Christmas is a time of excitement, celebration, and quality time with loved ones. For others, it's full of loneliness, grief, and loss. Join Max Lucado for this special advent series, as he unwraps the enduring promises of Christmas and discovers a lifetime of hope, all because of one baby born in Bethlehem. https://bit.ly/BOBbookCB

Dec 14, 202214 min

S1 Ep 261261: The Last Days (Advent Series)

For some, Christmas is a time of excitement, celebration, and quality time with loved ones. For others, it's full of loneliness, grief, and loss. Join Max Lucado for this special advent series, as he unwraps the enduring promises of Christmas and discovers a lifetime of hope, all because of one baby born in Bethlehem. https://bit.ly/BOBbookCB

Dec 12, 202219 min

S1 Ep 260260: He Made Himself Nothing (Advent Series)

For some, Christmas is a time of excitement, celebration, and quality time with loved ones. For others, it's full of loneliness, grief, and loss. Join Max Lucado for this special advent series, as he unwraps the enduring promises of Christmas and discovers a lifetime of hope, all because of one baby born in Bethlehem. https://bit.ly/BOBbookCB

Dec 7, 202210 min

S1 Ep 259259: A Remarkable Gift in An Unremarkable Package (Advent Series)

For some, Christmas is a time of excitement, celebration, and quality time with loved ones. For others, it's full of loneliness, grief, and loss. Join Max Lucado for this special advent series, as he unwraps the enduring promises of Christmas and discovers a lifetime of hope, all because of one baby born in Bethlehem. https://bit.ly/BOBbookCB

Dec 5, 202212 min