The Lord’s Prayer ends with “deliver us from evil”. When we pray this do we understand for what we are praying? And when evil comes, what do we make of it? Copyright, Dave Andrus 2020
People who are blind understand being led. They take an arm and follow. In the Lord’s Prayer we ask god to lead us not into temptation. So how is God as a leader? Copyright, Dave Andrus 2020
When we are hurt; when we are tricked by someone we trusted; when our family or friend is taken advantage of; our first reaction is usually to strike back, or take revenge. Yet God said we should forgive those who sin against us. How is this possible and why should we? Copyright, Dave Andrus 2020
In the Lord’s Prayer we say “Give us this day our daily bread”. That sounds like the bare minimum. What if I want more than that? What if I already have more than that, what then?? Copyright, Dave Andrus 2019
In the Lord’s Prayer we say “Thy will be done”. So what does this mean, and do we mean what we pray? Today’s lesson provides some insight and encouragement. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2019
In our modern society we do not have a firsthand experience of a kingdom. So what are we praying for when we ask that God’s kingdom come? Copyright, Dave Andrus 2019
If God is our father and we are his children, why doesn’t he answer all of our prayers? In fact, because we are his children and he is our father, he chooses to not answer all our prayers. Listen to unravel and understand this mystery. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2019
We talk about prayer a lot. In fact studies have shown that most people pray at some time or another. When you pray, to whom are you praying? What is God like? Copyright, Dave Andrus 2019
In today’s lesson we hear two different stories about service. We find out however, that the stories are not just about serving people but speak about the kingdom of God. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2019
Jesus gave marching orders to the 72 and then sent them into villages ahead of him. Their message met with good results. What happened for those who did not accept the message? Listen and find out. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2019
We speak of mountain top experiences as super, wonderful and beyond belief. We speak of valleys as those times of discouragement despair and frustration. Today’s lesson moves from the mountain tops to the valley bottoms of life and faith. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2019
Years ago just before a battle the king would speak and motivate the troops. In today’s lesson Jesus gave a rally cry but it was different than one would expect. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2019
We heard in the last lesson, how Jesus word had power and authority. In today’s lesson, Jesus sends out before him the 12 disciples to speak the Word of god. “Who is this Jesus?” people are now asking. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2019
In today’s lesson we hear how the Word of god controls a storm, demons, a woman’s bleeding and a dead girl. We also will learn how this impacts our lives today. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2019
As humans we use words all the day long: good words, bad words, nonsensical words. By definition God is almighty. It follows then, that the words of God when spoken control the universe. Today we read and study some of what the Word of God is doing. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2019
One of the people groups pushed aside by society in Bible times were women. In today’s study we read how Jesus accepted and used women in his ministry. Jesus accepts and uses us too. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2019
Jesus finished the sermon on the plain by noting the inner heart is more important to God than the outward actions of people. Jesus then demonstrated through his actions that he love people; even those pushed aside by society. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2019
Hyperbole makes exaggerated statements not meant to be taken literally. This is what some believe Jesus was doing when teaching the crowd. But then Jesus pointed out this is what God the Father does all the time. So where does that leave us? Listen and find out. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2019
The story of these two men is similar and yet different. They both loved Jesus and were led by him. The path of life took each man in different directions with different situations. Both men can inspire us today to follow Jesus. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2019
Doubting Thomas and Matthew the tax collector; each of these men had a reputation added to their name. Once Jesus touched their lives however, these reputations dropped away. Listen and find out what God did with them and through them. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2019
Most know Judas Iscariot betrayed Jesus. Do you know the possible reasons why he might have? Do you know why 30 pieces of silver was the cost? Listen to find out these answers and more. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2019
The Apostle John was called the beloved, a son of thunder, but also the son of Mary. Not only was this the longest living apostle, but also the most contrasting and colorful one as well. We hope you enjoy it as much as we did preparing it for you. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2019
Before Simon and Jude were apostles, they were part of an extreme militaristic group. Once they met Jesus, Simon and Jude remained full of zeal but no longer to overthrow the government. Listen to learn what they did for the Lord. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2019
We finish our look at Peter and then consider three more apostles; Andrew James the lesser and James the greater These are four different people with four different personalities. Even so they all served Jesus with their different gifts. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2019
Jesus chose 12 men from the disciples to be apostles. So who is Peter? What did he do? How does his life help my life? Copyright, Dave Andrus 2019
Jesus ministry was not just about miracles and healings. In fact these point to and supported his teachings. Today’s teaching reminds us not to institutionalize religion. When we do we forget the real point of religion; to know God and to have eternal life. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2019
At the beginning of Jesus’ ministry he was baptized. At the end of Jesus’ ministry he commanded his followers to baptize those who became his disciples or followers. So what is baptism. How, when, where, why and who should be baptized? Today’s lesson considers all sides of these questions. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2019
It is those amazing or surprising events that are remembered and recorded. Every day things often go unnoticed. So it was with Jesus. Today’s lesson looks at when he was 12 years old and the beginning of his ministry. And yes there are some amazing and surprising things about these events. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2019
The spiritual world announced the birth of Jesus as savior by the angels speaking to shepherds. Did you know that there were three earthly events that also pointed to and proclaimed Jesus as the savior? Today’s lesson looks at these. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2019
The savior is born in Bethlehem. This is the Christmas story. People and cultures celebrate this in many different ways. We asked you, the listener, from all around the country, to share your traditions of Christmas. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2018
