Answers with Bayless Conley

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 Bayless Conley is impacting lives around the world in many languages on TV and online.

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Friday · 49 min
The Seed, the Storm, and the Sovereign Savior
What happens when what you believe is tested in real life? In his message "The Seed, the Storm, and the Sovereign Savior," Pastor Harrison Conley shares how what you hear shapes who you become—and how the truth you receive in calm moments is revealed under pressure. You'll discover how to trust Jesus not just in theory, but when the storms of life hit, and recognize the One who is with you in the boat through it all. Find out how you can develop a faith that stands firm in this powerful message.
October 9 · 29 min
Jonah: When God Turns You Around
What happens when you run from what God has told you to do? In this second message from the book of Jonah, "When God Turns You Around," Pastor Bayless shows you how disobedience leads you downward and how God, in His mercy, can use storms to get your attention and turn you back. You'll see how one person's choices can affect many, why you can't run from God's call, and how He pursues you even when you resist Him. Listen and be challenged to face what God has already spoken—and respond in obedience!
October 2 · 29 min
Jonah: When God Says Go
Have you ever known what God wanted you to do… but held back? In his first message from the book of Jonah, "When God Says Go," Pastor Bayless walks through Jonah's call to "arise, go, and cry out"—and how easy it is to resist God's direction when it involves people we'd rather avoid. You'll discover God's heart for the lost, how believers can often become inward-focused, and why every follower of Jesus is called to be an ambassador. Listen and find out how to move past hesitation and respond to what God has already said.
September 24 · 29 min
Lessons from Philippians: Trusting God as Your Source
True security comes from knowing God is your source—and that security changes how you live. In this next message from his Philippians series, "Trusting God as Your Source," Pastor Bayless explains why giving is part of kingdom life and how fruit abounds to your account when you support gospel work. You'll also see how God's promise to supply your needs is tied to a heart that gives in faith. Listen now and discover how your generosity can open the door to lasting impact.
September 18 · 43 min
Jesus: Master of Three Realms
There is more to you than meets the eye. You are a spirit being. You have a soul. You live in a physical body. In this encouraging message, Pastor Bayless walks through three remarkable stories from Mark chapter 5 that reveal how Jesus brings freedom to the whole person. You'll see how Christ delivers an oppressed soul, heals a broken body, and even restores life where all hope seemed lost. These stories remind us that no situation is beyond the reach of God's power. Discover how coming to the feet of Jesus can change everything as you listen today.
September 11 · 28 min
Lessons from Philippians: Guarding Your Thought Life
God not only promises peace—He shows you how to keep it. In this message from his series Lessons from Philippians, Pastor Bayless reveals how your thought life determines whether peace remains or fades. You'll discover why meditating on what is true, noble, and pure protects your heart, and you'll learn the secret of being content whether facing need or abundance. When your trust is anchored in God, your peace and contentment no longer have to depend on your circumstances. Don't miss this encouraging message that will help steady your heart.
September 4 · 28 min
Lessons from Philippians: Breaking the Worry Habit
Worry and anxiety don't have to control your life. In this message from his series "Lessons from Philippians," Pastor Bayless explains how you can break the worry habit and experience the peace of God. You'll learn how acknowledging God in prayer, making specific requests, and giving thanks positions your heart to receive what God has promised. When you apply these biblical principles, God's peace will guard your heart and mind—no matter what you're facing. Be encouraged and strengthened as you discover how to trust God fully.
August 28 · 48 min
Living in Light of Jesus' Return
It's easy to drift spiritually, to hit the snooze button on eternity and live as if Christ's return is distant or irrelevant. But you don't have to! In "Living in Light of Jesus' Return," Pastor Harrison Conley reminds you that the day of the Lord will come like a thief. You'll be challenged to grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ and to live ready—keeping your eyes on the coming King. Don't settle for half-hearted faith. Find out how you can wake up, stand firm, and live prepared for His return.
August 21 · 55 min
Healings and Hard Hearts
It's possible to witness the power of God and still walk away unchanged. Over time, disappointment and unbelief can quietly harden your heart, even while you're surrounded by truth. In "Healings and Hard Hearts," Pastor Bayless looks at the Pharisees and explains how people can repeatedly resist the conviction of the Holy Spirit until their hearts grow calloused. As he puts it, the same sun that melts butter also hardens clay—and the same truth that softens one heart can harden another. Discover how to stay close to Jesus, keep your heart soft, and live in a place where faith, obedience, and the Holy Spirit can freely work.
August 14 · 28 min
Lessons from Philippians: Let Your Gentleness Be Known
Strife, worry, and rigidity can quietly undermine your faith and rob you of peace. Left unchecked, they can damage relationships and open the door to even greater trouble. In "Lessons from Philippians: Let Your Gentleness Be Known," Pastor Bayless challenges you to stand fast in the Lord, fight strife like a poisonous serpent, and let your gentleness be known to all. You'll learn why unity matters, how to overcome the rigidity that leads to strife, and how to break the habit of anxiety that robs you of peace. Discover how you can let go of worry, choose unity, and receive the peace God has promised in this encouraging message!
August 7 · 31 min
Lessons from Philippians: The Imprint You Leave
Every day, you leave an imprint on others. Your words and attitudes leave their mark on the souls of people around you. So what message are you leaving? In "Lessons from Philippians: The Imprint You Leave," Pastor Bayless shows you what it means to live as a colony of heaven in a world set on earthly things. You'll be challenged to stand fast in the Lord, to refuse a life ruled by the flesh, and to live with eternity in view—because that is how every sacrifice and act of obedience becomes truly worthwhile. Listen and find out how you can stand fast, live holy, and make your life a pattern worth following.
July 31 · 44 min
Jesus, Our Jubilee
Many people live weighed down by debt, shame, regret, and spiritual captivity—never realizing their freedom has already been announced. In "Jesus, Our Jubilee," Pastor Bayless reveals how the year of Jubilee was a year of release, restoration, and freedom—and how Jesus fulfilled it when He proclaimed "liberty to the captives" (Luke 4:18). What you could never pay, He canceled. What you forfeited, He restored. When Jesus proclaimed liberty to the captives, He was announcing the fulfillment of Jubilee. Discover how you can receive the freedom He came to bring.
July 24 · 28 min
Lessons from Philippians: Keep Moving Forward
The apostle Paul was honest about not being where he wanted to be in the Christian life—and maybe you can relate. But he refused to stay stuck where he was. In this next message from his "Lessons from Philippians series, Keep Moving Forward," Pastor Bayless reminds you that growth isn't about perfection, but about direction. You'll discover what it means to forget what's behind and reach forward to what's ahead in your spiritual life. Find out how to discern the next step God is calling you to take, stay in your lane, and press forward with all your heart in this powerful message!
July 18 · 28 min
Lessons from Philippians: How to Be Made Right with God
The Bible is clear that all fall short of God's perfect standard, so what are you trusting in to be made right? In his message, "Lessons from Philippians: How to Be Made Right with God," Pastor Bayless explains that righteousness comes when faith in Jesus Christ alone makes us right with God. You'll discover how it's not religion, but relationship—an intimate, personal knowledge of Christ—that makes you right with Him. Learn to lay aside self-reliance and draw closer to Christ, where true life is found, in this encouraging message!
July 10 · 45 min
A Prayer of Repentance
What do you do when sin, guilt, or shame make God feel distant—or leave you wondering if you're even welcome in His presence? In his message "A Prayer of Repentance," Pastor Harrison Conley explores Psalm 51, one of the most vulnerable, honest, and raw prayers in the Bible. You'll discover how this Psalm is a blueprint for how to approach God when you feel like you can't. And you'll find out how repentance begins with God's character, not our worthiness. Find out how you can approach God honestly and let Him restore the joy of your salvation. Listen today!
July 3 · 28 min
Lessons from Philippians: Unspeakable Joy
Tough times are inevitable in life. So how can you rejoice when circumstances are hard? In "Lessons from Philippians: Unspeakable Joy," Pastor Bayless explains that true joy does not depend on what's happening around us, but on the Lord. You'll discover why that truth is the safest place to be as a believer. And you'll be encouraged to trust in Jesus for your salvation rather than your own efforts. Discover why joy rooted in Christ—not in performance or self-effort—is the true mark of a believer in this powerful message!
June 26 · 29 min
Lessons from Philippians: New Every Morning
Many believers today struggle with exhaustion, overcommitment, or pressure. In those moments, it's essential to lean on God's mercy and wisdom. In this message from his series on Philippians "New Every Morning," Pastor Bayless dives into the story of how Epaphroditus "was sick almost to death, but God had mercy on him." You'll learn how reckless overwork can leave you exhausted, why caring for your body matters, and how you can rest in the promise that God's mercies are new every morning. Let God's mercy, rest, and strength meet you right where you are in this refreshing message!
June 17 · 35 min
Faith, Forgiveness, Faithfulness, and Fun
What are the most important lessons you would want to pass on to the next generation? In this special Father's Day message, "Faith, Forgiveness, Faithfulness, and Fun," Pastor Bayless shares four essentials he longs to pass on to his own children and grandchildren. Discover why unforgiveness becomes a heavy weight no heart is meant to carry, why your word is sacred, how faith "comes by hearing" God's Word, and why God never intended life to be all work and no joy. These four simple but powerful principles can take deeper root in your life and help you leave a legacy that impacts generations to come.
June 12 · 29 min
Lessons from Philippians: You Are the Light
Sometimes your influence may feel small or unnoticed—but even then, God calls you to shine. In this message from his Philippians series, "You Are the Light," Pastor Bayless shows you why believers are called to be "blameless and harmless," and "shine as lights in the world." You'll learn how your everyday choices can preach the gospel so people see your good works and glorify your Father. And you'll find out what it means to "hold forth the word of life," offering the hope of Christ to those who need Him most. Don't hide your light—listen to this message and discover how God can shine through your life in meaningful, practical ways.
June 5 · 29 min
Lessons from Philippians: What It Means to Work Out Your Salvation
As believers, we are called to be transformed. But that transformation can sometimes feel confusing or slow. In his next message from Philippians, "What It Means to Work Out Your Salvation," Pastor Bayless explains what it truly means to "work out your own salvation with fear and trembling." You'll discover how the new inward life must be expressed in your attitudes and speech, and how sharing the gospel, generosity, purity, faith, and thankfulness all please Him. Discover how to actively cooperate with the God who is already at work in you—through this practical and powerful teaching.

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