Explore every episode of the podcast Pathway to Victory

In every season of life, we face a number of important decisions. Some are so risky, it feels like we’re walking a tightrope—and one wrong step could send us plummeting. Dr. Robert Jeffress describes the God-given safety net that catches us when we fall.   To support Pathway to Victory, go to ptv.org/donate.

Every day, we face hundreds of choices—which means there are hundreds of things we have to worry about! What if we make the wrong decision and miss out on God’s plan? Dr. Robert Jeffress explains why the sovereignty of God should inspire confidence in our choices.   To support Pathway to Victory, go to ptv.org/donate.

Have you ever cried out to God in desperate need, only to be met with silence? Maybe you’ve begged for healing, pleaded for guidance, or sought answers to life’s most pressing questions, but heaven seems quiet. Dr. Robert Jeffress explores four biblical reasons why God sometimes seems silent in our lives.   To support Pathway to Victory, go to ptv.org/donate.

Is there anything more frustrating than being on the phone and hearing, “Please hold”? It’s easy to lose patience waiting for someone to answer. Dr. Robert Jeffress discusses how to respond when it feels like God has placed us on hold.   To support Pathway to Victory, go to ptv.org/donate.

Whether you’re content in your current situation or you’ve been looking to make a change, we could all use God’s direction when it comes to our employment. Dr. Robert Jeffress invites us to take a second look at our chosen profession and consider whether it’s part of God’s plan.   To support Pathway to Victory, go to ptv.org/donate.

Do you feel satisfied by the work you do? Or has your job become a daily grind? Do you put up with the hassle just to earn a paycheck? Dr. Robert Jeffress provides the biblical tools to help us pursue a vocation that brings genuine satisfaction and purpose.   To support Pathway to Victory, go to ptv.org/donate.

Finding the right marriage partner is one of life’s most consequential decisions. The choice you make will impact virtually every aspect of your future—your spiritual growth, your family, and even your relationship with God. Dr. Robert Jeffress shares five biblical principles that will help you make this important decision with confidence and faith.   To support Pathway to Victory, go to ptv.org/donate.

Choosing to marry is one of the biggest decisions we’ll ever make, but many couples jump into a life-long commitment without really counting the cost. Dr. Robert Jeffress talks about the biblical tools for choosing a mate. Whether you’re married now or contemplating marriage, this study will help you understand God’s design for couples.   To support Pathway to Victory, go to ptv.org/donate.

God has a unique plan and purpose for every one of us. And while we often look for dramatic signs or supernatural revelations to guide the way, God frequently communicates His plan through our own transformed desires. Dr. Robert Jeffress explains that discovering God’s will might be as simple as discovering your deepest desires.   To support Pathway to Victory, go to ptv.org/donate.

Scripture promises that God has a plan for each of us, but He never reveals a step-by-step guide to accomplishing these goals. So how can you know what God has in store for you? Dr. Robert Jeffress reminds us that discerning God’s plan requires coming to terms with our own desires.   To support Pathway to Victory, go to ptv.org/donate.

It’s been said that no man is an island. But when it comes to making tough decisions, it can sometimes feel like we’re all alone! Dr. Robert Jeffress presents an eye-opening study on how to listen to God’s voice through the words of other people.   To support Pathway to Victory, go to ptv.org/donate.

When you’re wrestling with a difficult decision, you can always find someone who’s willing to offer their unqualified advice. How do you know who to trust? Dr. Jeffress opens the Bible to identify the three groups of people we should consult before making any major decision in life.   To support Pathway to Victory, go to ptv.org/donate.

When we’re struggling to make a crucial decision, finding God’s specific will can be tough. It’s why many of us are tempted to ask, “God, could you give me some sort of sign?” Dr. Jeffress explores whether God ever uses special circumstances and supernatural signs to guide us.   To support Pathway to Victory, go to ptv.org/donate.

As followers of Jesus, we know that cards or horoscopes can’t offer trustworthy direction. But does God ever reveal His will for us in supernatural signs or providential circumstances? Dr. Robert Jeffress explains the role of supernatural revelation in our decision-making.   To support Pathway to Victory, go to ptv.org/donate.

Have you ever tried to talk to someone over the noise from a TV or another conversation? It’s frustrating to say the least! Yet, many of us expect God to speak to us over the distractions that fill our lives. Dr. Robert Jeffress explains that we need to get away from the noise in order to hear God’s voice.   To support Pathway to Victory, go to ptv.org/donate.

Few things are more frustrating than trying to speak to someone who’s clearly not listening! It makes you wonder why you’re bothering to talk at all. Dr. Jeffress warns us about making that same mistake with our Heavenly Father. God has important things to tell us—and we need to pay attention!   To support Pathway to Victory, go to ptv.org/donate.

As Christians, we rely on the Bible to give us truth about God, instructions for life and guidance for the future. But we won’t reap these benefits unless we understand how to properly apply Scripture to life choices. Dr. Robert Jeffress urges us to give God’s Word the time and attention it deserves.   To support Pathway to Victory, go to ptv.org/donate.

The average American has more than three Bibles in their home. But tragically, while many of us pray for God’s direction in our lives, our Bibles remain on the bookshelf, collecting dust. Dr. Robert Jeffress describes the power of God’s Word to influence our choices and inform our decisions.   To support Pathway to Victory, go to ptv.org/donate.

God has been known to speak through burning bushes, angels and even donkeys! Wouldn’t it be nice to have your own personal burning bush sometimes? Dr. Robert Jeffress explains how to hear from the Lord while making our daily decisions.   To support Pathway to Victory, go to ptv.org/donate.

Every day we’re faced with a thousand different decisions, ranging from what to wear to where to move. But how do we know which choice is God’s will for us? Dr. Robert Jeffress explains how to listen to God’s direction in our lives.   To support Pathway to Victory, go to ptv.org/donate.

Throughout Scripture, we see incredible examples of God answering prayer in dramatic ways. So, does God still respond to prayer in the same way? Dr. Robert Jeffress examines the Old Testament story of Elijah that reveals the secret to unleashing God’s power in your life.   To support Pathway to Victory, go to ptv.org/donate.

Have you ever wondered why some of your prayers seem to bounce off the ceiling while others are answered suddenly and dramatically? Dr. Robert Jeffress shares how we can tap into the same kind of supernatural power that the Old Testament prophet Elijah experienced when he prayed.   To support Pathway to Victory, go to ptv.org/donate.

Few topics in Christianity generate as much confusion and controversy as the subject of divine healing. Some people believe God heals everyone who has enough faith. Others claim that the age of miracles ended with the apostles. Dr. Robert Jeffress explains what the book of James teaches about this important subject.   To support Pathway to Victory, go to ptv.org/donate.

Our human nature constantly pushes us to be in control. But the Bible teaches that true godliness requires us to remember a fundamental truth: He’s God and you’re not! Dr. Robert Jeffress identifies two specific ways we try to usurp God’s authority and how avoiding these traps will help you grow in godliness.   To support Pathway to Victory, go to ptv.org/donate.

Many Christians have a distorted view of what it means to live a godly life. They think godliness is about what you avoid rather than what you do. But the Bible gives us a much clearer picture of authentic godliness. Dr. Robert Jeffress shares what it really means to be a godly person.   To support Pathway to Victory, go to ptv.org/donate.

We’ve all said something we immediately regretted—something that slipped out before we could catch it. Once those words left our mouths, we wished we could take them back. But the damage was already done. Dr. Robert Jeffress shares practical principles for keeping destructive words from destroying your relationships.   To support Pathway to Victory, go to ptv.org/donate.

Throughout Scripture, the men and women God used most powerfully faced severe trials and tests of faith. And perhaps no test was more extreme than when God asked Abraham to sacrifice his beloved son Isaac. Dr. Robert Jeffress shares why Abraham’s extreme faith is evidence of genuine salvation.   To support Pathway to Victory, go to ptv.org/donate.

What does it mean to have a faith that goes beyond mere belief? Dr. Robert Jeffress tackles one of the most challenging stories in all of Scripture—when God asked Abraham to offer his beloved son Isaac as a sacrifice. This defining moment reveals what extreme faith really looks like!   To support Pathway to Victory, go to ptv.org/donate.

Perhaps the biggest so-called “contradiction” in Scripture concerns how we’re saved. The Apostle Paul declares that we’re saved by faith alone, while James insists that faith without works is dead. Why do they seem to contradict each other? Dr. Robert Jeffress shows that both writers are actually in agreement.   To support Pathway to Victory, go to ptv.org/donate.

For centuries, theologians have puzzled over the question of how a person can be made right with God. Paul says it’s by faith alone. James says that faith needs works. So which is it? Dr. Robert Jeffress unravels this apparent contradiction by showing how faith and works exist in perfect harmony.   To support Pathway to Victory, go to ptv.org/donate.

We all tend to treat people differently based on their appearance or social status. Maybe we’re a little more friendly to the well-dressed person or the person who drives an expensive car. Dr. Robert Jeffress explains why preferential treatment isn’t just rude—it’s actually sinful.   To support Pathway to Victory, go to ptv.org/donate.

In restaurants, shops, and sadly even churches, we often see preferential treatment given to those who seem wealthy or important. But God’s house should be different! Dr. Robert Jeffress reveals that how we treat those who are less fortunate is a test of genuine faith.   To support Pathway to Victory, go to ptv.org/donate.

Have you ever met someone who can quote Scripture effortlessly and knows every Bible story by heart, yet their heart seems completely unchanged by all that head knowledge? Dr. Robert Jeffress explains the difference between merely hearing God’s Word and putting it into practice.   To support Pathway to Victory, go to ptv.org/donate.

We’ve all heard the expression, “Actions speak louder than words.” But when it comes to our faith, many Christians seem content to be professional listeners without ever putting God’s Word into practice. Dr. Robert Jeffress explains that faith requires more than just hearing God’s Word.   To support Pathway to Victory, go to ptv.org/donate.

We’ve all felt the magnetic pull of temptation—that moment when something we know is wrong suddenly seems irresistible. But here’s the good news: giving in to temptation is not inevitable! Dr. Robert Jeffress shares practical, biblical strategies for resisting the enemy’s schemes and walking in victory.   To support Pathway to Victory, go to ptv.org/donate.

Have you ever found yourself on the verge of making a decision you knew you’d regret? In that critical moment, it can feel like we’re powerless against the pull of temptation. Dr. Robert Jeffress explains that God has given us everything we need to resist the devil’s tactics.   To support Pathway to Victory, go to ptv.org/donate.

Trials are an inevitable part of life—even for Christians. But how we respond to those trials reveals something profound about our faith. Dr. Robert Jeffress helps us develop the spiritual strength to stand firm when life’s storms hit, as we view trials from God’s perspective.   To support Pathway to Victory, go to ptv.org/donate.

When life throws you a curveball, how do you respond? Do you shake your fist at God—or do you draw closer to Him? Dr. Robert Jeffress shares what the Bible says about finding joy in the midst of our most difficult circumstances.   To support Pathway to Victory, go to ptv.org/donate.

The Apostle Paul wrote that we’re saved by grace through faith, not by our works. But the half-brother of Jesus—James—insisted that faith without works is dead. Dr. Robert Jeffress describes the inseparable relationship between what we believe and how we behave.   To support Pathway to Victory, go to ptv.org/donate.

If someone examined your life like a detective, would they find enough evidence to prove you’re a Christian? Dr. Robert Jeffress explains why authentic faith always reveals itself through our actions.   To support Pathway to Victory, go to ptv.org/donate

Even when we were dead in our trespasses, God made us alive together with Christ. And such a radical internal transformation calls for an outward expression, as well. Dr. Robert Jeffress helps us understand what the Bible teaches about baptism.   To support Pathway to Victory, go to ptv.org/donate.

Second Corinthians 5:17 says, “If anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation.” And while that transformation may take place internally, the Bible instructs us to demonstrate that transformation externally, as well. Dr. Robert Jeffress explains the model, the mode and the meaning of baptism.   To support Pathway to Victory, go to ptv.org/donate.

The two most important issues in life both deal with the subject of forgiveness: choosing to receive forgiveness from God and choosing to extend forgiveness to others.  Dr. Robert Jeffress explains why the choice to forgive is essential to our physical, emotional, and spiritual health.   To support Pathway to Victory, go to ptv.org/donate.

At some point in our lives, all of us are bound to feel hurt in a deep and sometimes profound way. So, in those intense moments of pain and betrayal, how do we find the power to forgive? Dr. Robert Jeffress explains the biblical steps to developing a forgiving heart.   To support Pathway to Victory, go to ptv.org/donate.

Putting someone else’s needs before our own doesn’t come naturally, does it? But sometimes, God calls us to sacrifice our own comfort or convenience for the sake of others. Dr. Robert Jeffress walks through the biblical steps of how to develop a servant’s heart.   To support Pathway to Victory, go to ptv.org/donate.

Putting others before ourselves isn’t easy. But God wouldn’t expect us to do anything that He wouldn’t also do Himself! In fact, Jesus is our ultimate model of servanthood and humility. Dr. Robert Jeffress teaches that being a disciple requires developing a servant’s heart.   To support Pathway to Victory, go to ptv.org/donate.

The constant need to acquire more is a harsh and unrelenting master. But you don’t have to wait until heaven to experience satisfaction in your circumstances! Today on Pathway to Victory, Dr. Robert Jeffress shares the biblical keys to developing a content heart.   To support Pathway to Victory, go to ptv.org/donate.

How many times have you said to yourself, “If I only had this one thing, then I would be happy”? It’s an exhausting and relentless pattern. So how can we achieve contentment? Dr. Robert Jeffress teaches that happiness has nothing to do with our circumstances—and everything to do with our hearts.   To support Pathway to Victory, go to ptv.org/donate.

Wouldn’t it be nice if life had a fast-forward button? Just imagine being able to skip past your worries and find out immediately how everything turns out. Well, Dr. Robert Jeffress teaches that while there’s no such thing as a fast-forward button for life, we can trust God with our future.   To support Pathway to Victory, go to ptv.org/donate.

God expects His children to be obedient to Him. But the only way we can obey God completely is if we also trust Him completely. Dr. Robert Jeffress talks about how to trust God with our future, regardless of our current circumstances.   To support Pathway to Victory, go to ptv.org/donate