Exalting Christ

In this powerful episode of The Alternative broadcast, Dr. Tony Evans delivers a transformative message on the necessity of exalting Christ in every area of life. Drawing from Colossians 1:18 and other biblical passages, he emphasizes that true life comes when Christ is our central focus—making us 'come alive' spiritually. He explains that when Christ is exalted in our focus, the peace of God rules our hearts, the word of Christ dwells within us, and our actions are done in His name. Evans then applies this principle to family life, clarifying that submission in marriage is functional, not ontological, and that both husbands and wives must reflect Christ’s sacrificial love. He calls for encouragement over criticism in parenting and calls employees and employers alike to serve the Lord in their work, transforming mundane tasks into acts of worship. The episode culminates in a call to personal repentance and faith, affirming that exalting Christ leads to restoration—'the years the locusts have taken away.' Evans concludes with a compelling invitation to experience a renewed relationship with Jesus through his teaching series Pursuing Christ and the visually rich book Experiencing Israel. The episode blends deep theology with practical application, urging listeners to realign their lives around Christ’s supremacy. The overall tone is one of urgent hope, spiritual renewal, and divine restoration, rooted in the belief that exalting Christ is both the foundation and the pathway to a life of purpose, peace, and joy.