Video Library
These videos are engaging and informative vignettes by Chuck Swindoll and Insight for Living. Chuck's Video Insights are bite-sized nuggets of wisdom and humor ranging from doctrinal issues to relationship tips to ways to improve your own attitude and outlook on life. Conversations with Chuck address probing questions related directly to one of his recent radio series. Our Monthly Resources videos feature past Insight for Living offers that are still available. Enjoy these . . . and more!
Video Insights
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Attitude of Gratitude
December 1, 2013
Do you believe God is at work in your current situation? Chuck Swindoll explains how faith is strongly related to the attitude we have as we begin each day.
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Grandpa
November 1, 2013
Who will be tomorrow’s leaders? Chuck Swindoll reminds us how crucial it is to invest our time and teaching in the generation that follows us. They will grow up!
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Glorifying God
October 1, 2013
When you exercise a skill or gift, who should get the credit for the fruits of that gift? Chuck Swindoll gives us a goal to keep in mind as we discover and develop our gifts.
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Marshall Your Mind
September 1, 2013
Like a defective grocery cart, our mind can veer off in its own direction. Chuck Swindoll takes a cue from Paul for the direction in which we should steer our thoughts.
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Conversations with Chuck
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Build Your Foundation Now
November 20, 2013
Because none of us knows what trials are ahead for us to face someday, what's the most important thing we can do right now to prepare ourselves? How do we build our trust in God?
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Does God Ever Change?
November 19, 2013
When facing the greatest trial of his life, Johnny Koons had to draw a line and then determine to stay on the right side of it. Find out what he means by that and how God sustained him.
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It Comes Down to This
November 18, 2013
After venting about the disappointments of life, Solomon summed up Ecclesiastes with some life lessons he learned from it all. Johnny Koons gives his top two lessons that life has taught him.
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The Ultimate Joy Stealer
November 15, 2013
Struggling to forgive someone? Chuck Swindoll likens the bitterness of unforgiveness to a ship trying to sail while dragging an anchor. What is our basis for forgiving others?
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Special Needs Interviews
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Emily Colson
November 1, 2013
Emily is a single mom to Max, her 22-year-old son with autism. Through the unique challenges that have come to her through raising him alone, she has experienced the love and presence of Christ in indescribable ways. As an author and speaker, Emily has inspired many to persevere through their own challenges and see the gifts from God in the midst of them.
Interview Questions
When did you first come face-to-face with having to choose to persevere? What was that like?
You mentioned a “purpose in it all.” As you live life one day at a time, what purpose do you find?
What is the hardest part of cultivating perseverance in your daily life?
While developing the disciplines of obedience and perseverance, you were asked to write a book. What happened after that?
As your dad’s relationship with Max grew, what was it like for you as a mom to watch that unfold?
Perseverance also means learning to live unselfishly. What is that like for you today?
What words of hope and passages of Scripture can you offer to those who are in the midst of suffering?
Let Me Hear from You
We would love to hear from you.
Perhaps you are wondering how to move forward with hope—wondering if you will ever again feel freedom and joy.
Maybe you are questioning God’s purpose in your life.
Perhaps you have been struggling with a lingering illness, a lengthy divorce, or loneliness; and you are longing to connect.
You are invited to share and enjoy community by leaving a comment here.
Connect with Emily Colson
You can connect with Emily or get your own copy of her book on her blog.
Through her message, Emily has inspired many to persevere through their own challenges and see the gifts that can come from autism.
Emily speaks to churches and organizations nationwide and has appeared on numerous media programs, including Focus on the Family and The Mike Huckabee Show.
In her book, Dancing with Max: A Mother and Son Who Broke Free, Emily and her father share the beauty of life with Max, Emily’s 22-year-old son with autism. The book won the “2011 Outstanding Literary Work of the Year (Family Division) Award” by the Autism Society.
Insight for Living Ministries Resources
Hope Again: When Life Hurts and Dreams Fade by Charles R. Swindoll
Peace . . . in Spite of Panic by Charles R. Swindoll
Hope for the Hurting by Insight for Living
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David Glover
October 1, 2013
After David's special-needs grandson, Zachariah, was born, David observed the many challenges Zach's parents went through, which included isolation from church friends. After Zach died at age 4½, David's new ministry began focusing on awakening the church to the joys and unique contributions special needs families offer to those willing to love them.
Interview Questions
Tell me a little about your life before Zach was born.
How did the Lord draw you nearer to Himself during the four years of Zach's life?
How did you make it through the day-to-day darkness, pain, grief, and loss?
What were the darker, harder times like?
When you lost Zach, what were some of the feelings you experienced?
What advice do you have to help families get to the other side of pain in a positive way?
Are there any passages of Scripture that you found encouraging and can now be encouraging for us?
How did you move from grief to the ministry you have today?
What did the church do to help your family get through the hard times?
What does PURE stand for, and how can people learn more about that ministry?
For You
David's experiences have ranged from extreme darkness to tremendous delight. On any given day, we all fall somewhere in between those extremes.
What you are experiencing right now? You can leave a comment by clicking here.
Resources
Connect with David at the PURE Ministries Web site.
David's book: A Better Way: Where Least Is Most
Insight for Living Ministries Resources
Devotions for Growing Strong in the Seasons of Life by Charles R. Swindoll
Encouraging Words for Discouraging Days by Charles R. Swindoll
For Those Who Hurt by Charles R. Swindoll
God's Precious Love by Joni Eareckson Tada
Jesus: The Greatest Life of All by Charles R. Swindoll
Perfect Trust by Charles R. Swindoll
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Upcoming Conferences & Tours
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2014 Norwegian Fjords Cruise
August 15, 2013
Not many people can say they have observed God’s wonderful handiwork while sailing through the Norwegian fjords! The Swindolls will cover ground they have never seen before, and they invite you to come along. Besides the adventure of seeing beautiful scenes for the first time, you will spend time worshiping with other believers, hearing Chuck teach the Bible, enjoying quiet walks with God along the ship’s deck, and sampling sumptuous foods. This cruise promises to be one of your family’s most memorable vacations ever.
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2014 Israel Tour
February 1, 2013
We invite you to experience God’s land of promise with us in 2014. Almost every day, we’ll stop to hear Chuck Swindoll speak at amazing locations—forever bonding these significant sites with lessons from God’s Word. Local tour guides and Dallas Theological Seminary professors on every bus work together to provide a culturally rich experience, complete with biblical context and instruction. No travel book or video can compare to experiencing the Holy Land for yourself. We would be honored to save a seat for you on our next trip.
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Recent Monthly Resources
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Help Me Understand: How the Bible Speaks to My Pain
December 1, 2013
How could the Bible possibly help with the pain I’m going through now? If you feel this way, Help Me Understand will show you that God is always near when you hurt.
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Famous Last Words in the Bible
November 1, 2013
The last words that come from dying lips can be inspiring or tragic. Famous Last Words lets you delve into the last words of 22 people in the Bible—some familiar and some not.
Additional Monthly Resources
Watch product overviews of previous monthly resources still available in our store.
More Monthly ResourcesVideo Blogs
Enjoy these updates from travelers attending one of our past tour conferences.
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A Desert Oasis
March 14, 2012
The same waters that refreshed David as he ran from Saul delight Gold Bus 3 at the desert oasis of En Gedi.
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Worship on the Banks
March 13, 2012
Buddy Greene and Jeff Taylor lead us in a soulful rendition of "Shall we Gather" on the banks of the Jordan River.
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Podcast Extras
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What Is Grace?
December 19, 2012
How does your definition of grace compare to others'? Find out in this raw and revealing "person on the street" video. Some responses may surprise you!
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Haven't We Met Before?
June 15, 2012
Chuck Swindoll strolls down Nostalgia Lane in this video as he reflects on our ministry's loyal partners and how intertwined our lives have become.
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