
Life.Church with Craig Groeschel
Each week on the Life.Church podcast, you’ll hear teaching from senior pastor Craig Groeschel or a Life.Church pastor. Get practical, relevant, biblical perspectives on topics that matter to you. Visit us at www.life.church or download the Life.Church app.
Latest episodes

Apr 4, 2020 • 36min
Not Afraid: When Anxiety Attacks
STAY CONNECTEDEven when we can’t meet in our physical locations, we’re still doing church. Stay updated with the latest news from Life.Church at https://www.life.church/stayconnected. You can also visit https://www.life.church/updates for the latest, or download the Life.Church app (https://www.life.church/app) and enable push notifications.SUPPORT COVID-19 RESPONSE AND DIGITAL MISSIONSYou can designate a gift to Life.Church to go to coronavirus relief or to Digital Missions like the Church Online Platform! Your gift above the tithe helps meet immediate needs in your community and around the world and helps other churches to spread the Good News of Christ to people everywhere: https://www.life.church/giving DO CHURCH AT HOMEChurches in many countries are suspending regular in-person gatherings, but that doesn’t mean church is canceled. As followers of Jesus, we are the Church. Use this guide on having church at home to stay connected to your community: https://finds.life.church/church-at-home-guide/LIFE.CHURCH MIDWEEK Life.Church is hosting special midweek services with worship and a short devotional with Pastor Craig Groeschel here on YouTube Live every Wednesday. Subscribe to our channel and tap the bell icon to be notified when we’re going live!ABOUT NOT AFRAIDWhen our world is shaken, it’s easy for fear to spread. But God promises to be with us no matter what comes our way. In times of uncertainty, it’s more important than ever to trust who God is and how He says we can live—Not Afraid. More: https://www.life.church/media/messages/not-afraidNEXT STEPSHave you made a decision to follow Jesus? You may be wondering what’s next on your journey. We want to help! Let us guide you to your next steps in your walk with Christ: https://www.life.church/nextABOUT LIFE.CHURCHWherever you are in life, you have a purpose. Life.Church wants to help you find your next step. Right now, we meet online every week at https://www.live.life.church. Find more info about us at https://www.life.church or download the Life.Church app at https://www.life.church/app. FIND US ON SOCIAL MEDIAFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/life.churchInstagram: http://www.instagram.com/life.churchTwitter: http://www.twitter.com/lifechurchCONNECT WITH PASTOR CRAIGYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIIdiIO-Y20hRW9niR0CA8AFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/craiggroeschelInstagram: http://www.instagram.com/craiggroeschelTwitter: http://www.twitter.com/craiggroeschel

Mar 28, 2020 • 40min
Not Afraid: When You Feel Anxious, Alone, and Afraid
STAY CONNECTEDEven when we can’t meet in our physical locations, we’re still doing church. Stay updated with the latest news from Life.Church at https://www.life.church/stayconnected. You can also visit https://www.life.church/updates for the latest, or download the Life.Church app (https://www.life.church/app) and enable push notifications.DO CHURCH AT HOMEChurches in many countries are suspending regular in-person gatherings, but that doesn’t mean church is canceled. As followers of Jesus, we are the Church. Use this guide on having church at home to stay connected to your community: https://finds.life.church/church-at-home-guide/LIFE.CHURCH MIDWEEK During at least the next few weeks, Life.Church will host special midweek services with worship and a short devotional with Pastor Craig Groeschel here on YouTube Live. Subscribe to our channel and tap the bell icon to be notified when we’re going live!ABOUT NOT AFRAIDWhen our world is shaken, it’s easy for fear to spread. But God promises to be with us no matter what comes our way. In times of uncertainty, it’s more important than ever to trust who God is and how He says we can live—Not Afraid. More: https://www.life.church/media/messages/not-afraidNEXT STEPSHave you made a decision to follow Jesus? You may be wondering what’s next on your journey. We want to help! Let us guide you to your next steps in your walk with Christ: https://www.life.church/nextABOUT LIFE.CHURCHWherever you are in life, you have a purpose. Life.Church wants to help you find your next step. Right now, we meet online every week at https://www.live.life.church. Find more info about us at https://www.life.church or download the Life.Church app at https://www.life.church/app. FIND US ON SOCIAL MEDIAFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/life.churchInstagram: http://www.instagram.com/life.churchTwitter: http://www.twitter.com/lifechurchCONNECT WITH PASTOR CRAIGYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIIdiIO-Y20hRW9niR0CA8AFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/craiggroeschelInstagram: http://www.instagram.com/craiggroeschelTwitter: http://www.twitter.com/craiggroeschel

Mar 21, 2020 • 33min
Not Afraid: Finding Hope in the Chaos
STAY CONNECTEDEven when we can’t meet in our physical locations, we’re still doing church. Stay updated with the latest news from Life.Church at https://www.life.church/stayconnected. You can also visit https://www.life.church/updates for the latest, or download the Life.Church app (https://www.life.church/app) and enable push notifications.DO CHURCH AT HOMEChurches in many countries are suspending regular in-person gatherings, but that doesn’t mean church is canceled. As followers of Jesus, we are the Church. Use this guide on having church at home to stay connected to your community: https://finds.life.church/church-at-home-guide/MIDWEEK WORSHIPDuring at least the next few weeks, Life.Church will host special midweek services with worship and a short devotional with Pastor Craig Groeschel here on YouTube Live. Subscribe to our channel and tap the bell icon to be notified when we’re going live!ABOUT NOT AFRAIDWhen our world is shaken, it’s easy for fear to spread. But God promises to be with us no matter what comes our way. In times of uncertainty, it’s more important than ever to trust who God is and how He says we can live—Not Afraid. More: https://www.life.church/media/messages/not-afraidNEXT STEPSHave you made a decision to follow Jesus? You may be wondering what’s next on your journey. We want to help! Let us guide you to your next steps in your walk with Christ: https://www.life.church/nextABOUT LIFE.CHURCHWherever you are in life, you have a purpose. Life.Church wants to help you find your next step. Right now, we meet online every week at https://www.live.life.church. Find more info about us at https://www.life.church or download the Life.Church app at https://www.life.church/app. FIND US ON SOCIAL MEDIAFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/life.churchInstagram: http://www.instagram.com/life.churchTwitter: http://www.twitter.com/lifechurchCONNECT WITH PASTOR CRAIGYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIIdiIO-Y20hRW9niR0CA8AFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/craiggroeschelInstagram: http://www.instagram.com/craiggroeschelTwitter: http://www.twitter.com/craiggroeschel

Mar 14, 2020 • 34min
Not Afraid: How should the Church respond to coronavirus?
NEXT STEPSHave you made a decision to follow Jesus? You may be wondering what’s next on your journey. We want to help! Let us guide you to your next steps in your walk with Christ: https://www.life.church/nextABOUT LIFE.CHURCHWherever you are in life, you have a purpose. Life.Church wants to help you find your next step. Our hope is that your journey will include joining us at a Life.Church location throughout the United States or globally online at https://www.live.life.church. Find locations, videos, and more info about us at https://www.life.church or download the Life.Church app at https://www.life.church/app. FIND US ON SOCIAL MEDIAFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/life.churchInstagram: http://www.instagram.com/life.churchTwitter: http://www.twitter.com/lifechurchCONNECT WITH PASTOR CRAIGYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIIdiIO-Y20hRW9niR0CA8AFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/craiggroeschelInstagram: http://www.instagram.com/craiggroeschelTwitter: http://www.twitter.com/craiggroeschel

Feb 23, 2020 • 37min
Dangerous Prayers, Part 3: The Most Dangerous Prayer: Break My Heart
JOIN A LIFEGROUPFind the community you’ve been looking for. Discover the prayer warriors waiting to stand with you. If you’re interested in joining or starting a LifeGroup, visit https://www.life.church/lifegroups. PRAYERS FOR WHAT YOU NEEDWhether you’re new to prayer or have been praying your whole life, it can sometimes feel overwhelming figuring out where to begin. We’ve put together some resources that may help you discover why we pray, how you can pray, and some prayers for strength, hope, stress, and everything else you need. Read through our prayer guide, available here: https://finds.life.church/prayers-for-strength/ NEXT STEPSHave you made a decision to follow Jesus? You may be wondering what’s next on your journey. We want to help! Let us guide you to your next steps in your walk with Christ: https://www.life.church/next PRAY WITH FIREPrayer moves the heart of God, but some prayers move Him more than others do. Bold prayers, daring prayers—the kind of prayers that move you, too. If you’re ready to see God work in your life, praying safe won’t cut it. It’s time to pray Dangerous Prayers. Find more from our Dangerous Prayers series here: https://www.life.church/dangerousprayers MORE FROM DANGEROUS PRAYERSFind even more ways to strengthen your prayer life. You can check out Pastor Craig’s new book, Dangerous Prayers, available here: https://www.amazon.com/Dangerous-Prayers-Because-Following-Jesus/dp/0310343127 ABOUT LIFE.CHURCHWherever you are in life, you have a purpose. Life.Church wants to help you find your next step. Our hope is that your journey will include joining us at a Life.Church location throughout the United States or globally online at https://www.live.life.church. Find locations, videos, and more info about us at https://www.life.church or download the Life.Church app at https://www.life.church/app. FIND US ON SOCIAL MEDIAFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/life.churchInstagram: http://www.instagram.com/life.churchTwitter: http://www.twitter.com/lifechurch CONNECT WITH PASTOR CRAIGYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIIdiIO-Y20hRW9niR0CA8AFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/craiggroeschelInstagram: http://www.instagram.com/craiggroeschelTwitter: http://www.twitter.com/craiggroeschel

Feb 16, 2020 • 39min
Dangerous Prayers, Part 2: Speak to Me
JOIN A LIFEGROUPFind the community you’ve been looking for. Discover the prayer warriors waiting to stand with you. If you’re interested in joining or starting a LifeGroup, visit https://www.life.church/lifegroups.PRAYERS FOR WHAT YOU NEEDWhether you’re new to prayer or have been praying your whole life, it can sometimes feel overwhelming figuring out where to begin. We’ve put together some resources that may help you discover why we pray, how you can pray, and some prayers for strength, hope, stress, and everything else you need. Read through our prayer guide, available here: https://finds.life.church/prayers-for-strength/NEXT STEPSHave you made a decision to follow Jesus? You may be wondering what’s next on your journey. We want to help! Let us guide you to your next steps in your walk with Christ: http://www.life.church/nextPRAY WITH FIREPrayer moves the heart of God, but some prayers move Him more than others do. Bold prayers, daring prayers—the kind of prayers that move you, too. If you’re ready to see God work in your life, praying safe won’t cut it. It’s time to pray Dangerous Prayers. Find more from our Dangerous Prayers series here: www.life.church/dangerousprayersMORE FROM DANGEROUS PRAYERSFind even more ways to strengthen your prayer life. You can check out Pastor Craig’s new book, Dangerous Prayers, available here: https://www.amazon.com/Dangerous-Prayers-Because-Following-Jesus/dp/0310343127 ABOUT LIFE.CHURCHWherever you are in life, you have a purpose. Life.Church wants to help you find your next step. Our hope is that your journey will include joining us at a Life.Church location throughout the United States or globally online at https://www.live.life.church. Find locations, videos, and more info about us at https://www.life.church or download the Life.Church app at https://www.life.church/app.

Feb 9, 2020 • 38min
Dangerous Prayers, Part 1: Prayer is Powerful: Make Me Bold
JOIN A LIFEGROUPFind the community you’ve been looking for. Discover the prayer warriors waiting to stand with you. If you’re interested in joining or starting a LifeGroup, visit https://www.life.church/lifegroups.PRAYERS FOR WHAT YOU NEEDWhether you’re new to prayer or have been praying your whole life, it can sometimes feel overwhelming figuring out where to begin. We’ve put together some resources that may help you discover why we pray, how you can pray, and some prayers for strength, hope, stress, and everything else you need. Read through our prayer guide, available here: https://finds.life.church/prayers-for-strength/NEXT STEPSHave you made a decision to follow Jesus? You may be wondering what’s next on your journey. We want to help! Let us guide you to your next steps in your walk with Christ: http://www.life.church/nextPRAY WITH FIREPrayer moves the heart of God, but some prayers move Him more than others do. Bold prayers, daring prayers—the kind of prayers that move you, too. If you’re ready to see God work in your life, praying safe won’t cut it. It’s time to pray Dangerous Prayers. Find more from our Dangerous Prayers series here: www.life.church/dangerousprayersMORE FROM DANGEROUS PRAYERSFind even more ways to strengthen your prayer life. You can check out Pastor Craig’s new book, Dangerous Prayers, available here: https://www.amazon.com/Dangerous-Prayers-Because-Following-Jesus/dp/0310343127 ABOUT LIFE.CHURCHWherever you are in life, you have a purpose. Life.Church wants to help you find your next step. Our hope is that your journey will include joining us at a Life.Church location throughout the United States or globally online at https://www.live.life.church. Find locations, videos, and more info about us at https://www.life.church or download the Life.Church app at https://www.life.church/app.

Feb 2, 2020 • 36min
The Best of Dangerous Prayers (2016)
Pastor Craig Groeschel teaches us how to ask, “Search me, O God,” and uncover the things that keep us from truly trusting Him.

Jan 26, 2020 • 37min
Warrior, Part 4: What Every Warrior Needs to Hear
MEN: JOIN OR LEAD A WARRIOR LIFEGROUPMen: You don’t have to fight your battles alone. Life is better together! LifeGroups are a place to laugh, grow, and serve with friends. If you’re interested in a LifeGroup, head to https://www.life.church/lifegroups to get started.LET PASTOR CRAIG LEAD YOUR LIFEGROUPGoing through Warrior with your men’s LifeGroup? Pastor Craig has created discussion videos you can use to spark conversation and grow closer together. Find them each week of the series: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLXvTERtQ_HV95I1zWGNn02-92iCSQXOo8WHAT ARE YOU FIGHTING FOR?Defeat the fear that stares you down. Find purpose in your battles. Discover your God-given courage to become the Warrior He made you to be. Get more from the Warrior message series: https://www.life.church/warriorNEXT STEPSHave you made a decision to follow Jesus? You may be wondering what’s next on your journey. We want to help! Let us guide you to your next steps in your walk with Christ: http://www.life.church/nextABOUT LIFE.CHURCHWherever you are in life, you have a purpose. Life.Church wants to help you find your next step. Our hope is that your journey will include joining us at a Life.Church location throughout the United States or globally online at https://www.live.life.church. Find locations, videos, and more info about us at https://www.life.church or download the Life.Church app at https://www.life.church/app.

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Jan 19, 2020 • 37min
Warrior, Part 3: Your Porn Battle Plan
MEN: JOIN OR LEAD A WARRIOR LIFEGROUPMen: You don’t have to fight your battles alone. Life is better together! LifeGroups are a place to laugh, grow, and serve with friends. If you’re interested in a LifeGroup, head to https://www.life.church/lifegroups to get started.LET PASTOR CRAIG LEAD YOUR LIFEGROUPGoing through Warrior with your men’s LifeGroup? Pastor Craig has created discussion videos you can use to spark conversation and grow closer together. Find them each week of the series: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLXvTERtQ_HV95I1zWGNn02-92iCSQXOo8WHAT ARE YOU FIGHTING FOR?Defeat the fear that stares you down. Find purpose in your battles. Discover your God-given courage to become the Warrior He made you to be. Get more from the Warrior message series: https://www.life.church/warriorNEXT STEPSHave you made a decision to follow Jesus? You may be wondering what’s next on your journey. We want to help! Let us guide you to your next steps in your walk with Christ: http://www.life.church/nextABOUT LIFE.CHURCHWherever you are in life, you have a purpose. Life.Church wants to help you find your next step. Our hope is that your journey will include joining us at a Life.Church location throughout the United States or globally online at https://www.live.life.church. Find locations, videos, and more info about us at https://www.life.church or download the Life.Church app at https://www.life.church/app