On April 21st, 26:1 Samuel 24, Psalms 57- 58, 1 Chronicles 8, Matthew 8, we explore God's willingness to draw near. Hunter guides us through David sparing Saul, powerful psalms, genealogies, and Jesus' miracles, revealing God's compassionate presence with us.
Key Takeaways
- The gospel proclaims that God is willing to bridge any gap, no matter our uncleanness or unworthiness.
- Separation from God is a lie; the gospel assures us of His constant presence and compassion.
- Jesus shatters the illusion of distance, showing us God's true nature: with us, for us, and willing to heal.
- We are called to root ourselves in the truth of union with God, not in the lie of separation.
- The prayers offered are for God's protection, for global peace, and for us to be instruments of His peace.
- Click here for the DRB Daily Sign Up form!
- TODAY'S SCRIPTURE: 1 Samuel 24, Psalms 57- 58, 1 Chronicles 8, Matthew 8
- Click HERE to give!
One Year Bible Podcast: Join Hunter and Heather Barnes on the Daily Radio Bible, a daily Bible‑in‑a‑year podcast with 20‑minute Scripture readings, Christ‑centered devotion, and guided prayer.This daily Bible reading and devotional invites you to live as a citizen of Jesus’ kingdom, reconciled, renewed, and deeply loved.
TODAY'S EPISODE:
Welcome to the Daily Radio Bible with Hunter for April 21st. On today’s episode, we journey through 1 Samuel 24, Psalms 57 and 58, 1 Chronicles 8, and Matthew 8, as Hunter guides us through powerful stories of mercy, faith, and the good news of God’s willingness to draw near. Through the story of David sparing Saul, heartfelt psalms, epic genealogies, and the miracles of Jesus, we are invited to reconsider the lie of separation and root ourselves in the truth that God is compassionate and present with us, no matter our circumstances. Join Hunter as he reads scripture, reflects on God’s love revealed in Christ, and leads us in prayer, grounding our day in the gospel of union with God.
TODAY'S DEVOTION:
Is God willing? That was the question that weighed on the heart of the leper in Matthew 8. Is God willing to reach out with hands of compassion and touch him, to make him clean? It’s a question that echoes through all of us at some point—will God reach out to me? Will God break through the distance, the uncleanness, the unworthiness that I feel? Or will he keep his distance?
The Roman officer had this question, too—wondering if God would show mercy and healing to his suffering servant. The crowds outside Peter’s mother-in-law’s house lined up with the same unspoken hope: will God reach even me?
This is the deep ache every human heart feels, the root of our fear and the lie that so often gets sold to us—that God, in his holiness, could not possibly make up the distance to where we are. That our failures, our uncleanness, our inadequacy, build a wall he will not cross. Religion sometimes reinforces this story, making a fortune on the lie of separation—that God is far off, unwilling to bridge the gap.
But separation is a lie. The gospel tells a different story entirely. Jesus faces the question head on and answers with, "I am willing." He steps into our mess, our uncleanness, our brokenness, and bridges every gap. He comes to us at our lowest, at our worst. He is willing, present, compassionate.
God is not separate—he is with you, right where you are. Jesus has shattered the illusion of distance. He has shown us, once and for all, what God is really like: with us, for us, willing to touch, heal, make whole.
The embrace of Christ is unshakable. His willingness undoubtable. The invitation to union and nearness is open to all—there is no wall he will not cross, no uncleanness too deep, no wound too raw. The reality of the gospel is that you are not alone and never separated. God is willing. God is compassionate. God is here.
That’s the good news I’m rooting my heart in today. That's the prayer I have for myself, for my wife and my daughters and my son, and for you: that the lie of separation would be rooted out, and our roots would sink deep into the gospel of union with God in Christ.
May it be so.
TODAY'S PRAYERS:
Lord God Almighty and everlasting father you have brought us in safety to this new day preserve us with your Mighty power that we might not fall into sin or be overcome by adversity. And in all we do, direct us to the fulfilling of your purpose through Jesus Christ Our Lord amen.
Oh God you have made of one blood all the peoples of the earth and sent your blessed son to preach peace to those who are far and those who are near. Grant that people everywhere may seek after you, and find you. Bring the nations into your fold, pour out your Spirit on all flesh, and hasten the coming of your kingdom through Jesus Christ our Lord, Amen.
And now Lord, make me an instrument of your peace. Where there is hatred let me sow love. Where there is injury, pardon. Where there is doubt, faith. Where there is despair, hope. Where there is darkness, light. And where there is sadness, Joy. Oh Lord grant that I might not seek to be consoled as to console. To be understood as to understand, to be loved as to love. For it is in the giving that we receive, in the pardoning that we are pardoned, it is in the dying that we are born unto eternal life. Amen
And now as our Lord has taught us we are bold to pray...
Our Father who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name, thy kingdom come thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven, give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our tresspasses as we forgive those who trespass against us, and lead us not unto temptation, but deliver us from evil, for thine is the Kingdom and the power and the glory forever. Amen.
Loving God, we give you thanks for restoring us in your image. And nourishing us with spiritual food, now send us forth as forgiven people, healed and renewed, that we may proclaim your love to the world, and continue in the risen life of Christ. Amen.
OUR WEBSITE: www.dailyradiobible.com
We are reading through the New Living Translation.
Leave us a voicemail HERE: https://www.speakpipe.com/dailyradiobible
Subscribe to us at YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Dailyradiobible/featured
OTHER PODCASTS:
Listen with Apple Podcast
Frequently Asked Questions
What scriptures are covered on April 21st?
The scriptures for April 21st include 1 Samuel 24, Psalms 57-58, 1 Chronicles 8, and Matthew 8.
What is the main message of the April 21st episode?
The episode's main message is that God is willing and present, breaking down any perceived distance or separation between Himself and humanity.
What does Matthew 8 teach us about God's willingness?
Matthew 8 demonstrates God's willingness through Jesus healing lepers and others, answering the deep human ache of wondering if God will reach out in compassion.
How does the podcast help listeners connect with God?
The podcast uses scripture readings, devotionals, and prayers to guide listeners toward understanding God's love and experiencing union with Him.
You are loved!
