Following the Path of Freedom and Vision In today’s readings from Numbers and Mark, we see a God who leads with steady, liberating love. When the tribes of Reuben and Gad consider settling east of the Jordan, Moses reminds them how easy it is to di…
Introduction: Meeting God in Exodus Welcome back to the podcast and the blog. In our most recent episode, we found ourselves standing on holy ground in Exodus 33 and 34. These chapters are not just ancient history or theological background materia…
Run well, fight the good fight. At the close of his life, the Apostle Paul offers us a glimpse of what it means to finish the race in faith. After pouring out his life for Christ, what does Paul most desire? He asks Timothy for three simple thin…
His life is for everyone, and He is impartial. Jesus’ message of life is for all—without favoritism, without boundaries. It transcends nationality, political affiliation, race, and gender. It doesn’t matter who you are or where you come from—His lo…
What’s It All About? Have you ever found yourself reading through the detailed instructions for the tabernacle in Exodus and wondered, "What’s it all about?" The seemingly endless list of specifications—so specific, so exact—can leave us scratching…
Our message is simple, but how often do we get it wrong? Ananias and Sapphira missed it. The high council and religious leaders missed it too. And, truth be told, many of us miss it as well. Ananias and Sapphira thought the message was about gainin…
He Sees Us and Makes Us Upright As Peter and John passed through the gate called Beautiful, they encountered a man who had been lame from birth. This man wasn’t just seeking charity; he was yearning to be seen. And Peter and John, following the exa…
All hell was breaking loose, yet Luke tells us that the people rested. On the day of Christ’s suffering—when the horrors of Good Friday reached their climax—something extraordinary happened: rest. The women from Galilee, who had followed Jesus and …
Jesus meets these 2 men on the way to a little town outside of Jerusalem. It's a 7 mile walk, and the town is called Emmaus. Their hearts are dejected, their hopes and aspirations dashed, they're broken. Having followed Jesus through his ministry, t…
All hell was breaking loose, and Luke tells us that the people rested. The horrors of this day, the day of Christ's suffering, are culminating in a moment of rest. The women from Galilee who had witnessed Jesus' body being taken down from the cross …
No other witnesses are required. Why do we need any more witnesses? These are the last words shouted out in the trial of Jesus, and they're right. Why do we need any other witnesses? Everything he said that would happen has happened. Everything tha…
Come early and receive from him. Luke tells us at the end of this passage that the crowds gathered at the temple early each morning to hear Jesus. That may be what you're doing right now. Early in the morning, you've come to hear him. We live in a w…
For most of the people in this story, life moves on, business as usual. Even in the midst of their problems, their leprosy, their uncleanness, as they tend their flocks or grind their flour, punch their clocks as it were, it's business as usual. And…
Joseph and the Call to Faithful Stewardship Joseph’s rise to power and his handling of the famine crisis reveal a profound truth about God’s provision and wisdom in times of abundance and scarcity. This timeless story resonates deeply with Jesus’ t…
Come On Home The younger brother decides it’s time to come home. He’s lived life on his own terms, and it hasn’t worked out so well. But when he does come back, he’s greeted with open arms: a kiss, a ring, a coat, and a party. In coming home, he no…
Witness how God reassures Jacob of His divine presence throughout his journey, guiding him toward reconciliation and peace. When Jacob confronts Laban, their escalating conflict ultimately resolves in a covenant of peace marked by a monument of ston…
Whose blessing will you see and receive? God's or yours? Will you force things and be a fool, demand things and be deceived, or will you trust and rest, receive, and believe? Blessing doesn't come from our own hands. The rich fool learned that the …
God's Transforming Presence Throughout today's readings, a powerful message emerges: God is actively transforming the hearts and lives of those who seek Him. This transformation is evident in three profound moments from Scripture. In Genesis, we se…
Citizens of His Kingdom What is the prevailing message of Jesus? You might think this would be an easy question to answer, but ask a room full of people, and you’ll likely get a variety of responses. Yet, in Luke 9, throughout the Gospels, and in t…
The Unthinkable and the God Who Provides Welcome to today’s reflection from the Daily Radio Bible. As we continue our journey through God’s Word, we come to one of the most profound and challenging stories in the Scriptures—the story of Abraham and…
He Is the Plan Welcome, friends, to today’s reflection from the Daily Radio Bible. As we immerse ourselves in the Word, we’re invited to see the profound truth of God’s plan—a plan revealed fully in the person of Jesus. Today, we’re journeying with…
He Is So Much Better Than We Think Welcome, friends, to today’s reflection from the Daily Radio Bible. As we journey through God’s Word together, we’re invited to see a God who is far greater and far better than we often dare to imagine. Today’s de…
Cultivating a Life in the Presence of Jesus Welcome to the journey, friends. Today, we’re diving deeper into the practical ways we can cultivate a life of awareness and joy in the presence of Jesus. This is not about chasing a spiritual high or per…
Introduction In the opening chapters of Isaiah, we encounter a powerful and multifaceted message from God. The prophet Isaiah stands as a messenger of both judgment and redemption, revealing the path from darkness to light. This blog post delves in…
