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Starting Right

Starting Right is a 5 minute Day Starter to help keep you motivated, encouraged, and focused throughout your day. DannyMac is a pastor, teacher, motivational speaker, husband, and father. His years of leading and training people have given him vast experience in helping individuals to accomplish change in their lives and meet their goals. He can help you set the course for your day by offering practical advice from God's Word in a positive and fun way. There is no better way to begin your day than by Starting Right with DannyMac.

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Episodes

The Roller Coaster

It has been said that life is like a roller coaster. That may be true to an extent, but while most people may accept an unexpected turn or drop on a roller coaster, they try to avoid the unexpected and fear the sudden drops of life. Today we will look at some things that can help us navigate the roller coaster ride of life. Join us for the ride. We would love to hear your comments. Send us a Text Message Support the show...

Dec 07, 20235 minSeason 1Ep. 949

Be an Elephant

Have you ever eavesdropped on a conversation between a dog and an elephant? I hadn't either until I came across this wonderful story. Enjoy. We would love to hear your comments. Send us a Text Message Support the show

Dec 06, 20236 minSeason 1Ep. 948

I Am With You

The Bible contains many important and encouraging verses to help us when we are going through difficulties. Many of us have sent a verse to a friend to encourage them when they are struggling. Do you know which verse was shared the most this year? Today we will talk about that verse which was shared more than any other through the most popular Bible App. We would love to hear your comments. Send us a Text Message Support the show...

Dec 05, 20235 minSeason 1Ep. 947

On a Midnight Clear

Welcome to our Music Monday episode where today we will tell the story behind the Christmas Carol, It Came Upon a Midnight Clear. This is a unique song, it is the only formal Christmas Carol to be included in our hymnals, that does not mention the birth of Christ. The reason why is part of its wonderful story and history. Listen today to find out more. Here is the youtube link to today's song. https://youtu.be/LYDa4Kht6Eo?si=sEND4cOrJrtUXbgl We would love to hear your comments. Send us a Text Me...

Dec 04, 20234 minSeason 1Ep. 946

Hope and Reason, Tel Dan and Much to Do...That was our week

Welcome to the Friday Roundup. Today we present a summary of each of our episodes from this week and hope that they will encourage you. We hope you have a wonderful weekend. Be blessed and be a blessing. We would love to hear your comments. Send us a Text Message Support the show

Dec 01, 20238 minSeason 1Ep. 945

Too Much To Do

Ever feel like your to-do list is playing a game of hide-and-seek, and you're losing? It's that classic case of too much to do and not enough hours in the day. Today we take a look at how we can have peace with our list and our day. We would love to hear your comments. Send us a Text Message Support the show

Nov 30, 20235 minSeason 1Ep. 944

The Tel Dan Stele

The discovery of the Tel Dan Inscription in 1993 is one of the most significant biblical archeological discoveries of all time. Today we look at this event and what it means for you and me and how it impacts what we believe. We would love to hear your comments. Send us a Text Message Support the show

Nov 29, 20236 minSeason 1Ep. 943

The Reason

Everywhere we look lately, we see Santa and reindeer, the Grinch and elves and so many more winter characters. While they bring some laughter and smiles, they are not the reason for the season. Today we take a look at the one solitary life, that is the reason. We would love to hear your comments. Send us a Text Message Support the show

Nov 28, 20235 minSeason 1Ep. 942

The Hope of Christmas

Christmas brings many different thoughts to our minds. Some people are excited and can't wait for it, others dread it and sometimes even want to ignore it. Yet Christmas is meant to be a time of hope and life. That is why Jesus came to this earth. Today we look at a song from Matthew West, called The Hope of Christmas. Enjoy. Here is the YouTube link to The Hope of Christmas https://youtu.be/27rMrWqJsNA?si=idhsIBZpNGlDUXMv We would love to hear your comments. Send us a Text Message Support the s...

Nov 27, 20235 minSeason 1Ep. 941

Names and Strangers. Lists and the Impossible. That was our week.

Welcome to the Friday Roundup where today we will present a short summary of each of our episodes from this week. We hope you enjoy them. Have a great weekend everyone. We would love to hear your comments. Send us a Text Message Support the show

Nov 24, 20238 minSeason 1Ep. 940

Nothing is Impossible

Today we look at how an outlandish promise from God became one of his greatest miracles, the birth of a nation. We would love to hear your comments. Send us a Text Message Support the show

Nov 23, 20236 minSeason 1Ep. 939

The List

At the age of 15, John Goddard sat down and wrote 127 goals for his life. By the time he died in 2013, he had accomplished 108 of them. Many of us have few or no goals for our lives and the result is that life happens to us, and we struggle to feel that we are accomplishing anything. Today we talk about how we can set Godly goals and begin moving towards them. Originally broadcast on July 22, 2021 We would love to hear your comments. Send us a Text Message Support the show...

Nov 22, 20235 minSeason 1Ep. 938

What Do Strangers See?

What others see in us can have a significant impact on how they view our faith. Today we talk about how we can live so that others can see Jesus in us. We would love to hear your comments. Send us a Text Message Support the show

Nov 21, 20235 minSeason 1Ep. 937

Because of Who You Are

The Old Testament has several names for God and today we look at three of them which are featured in today's Music Monday song, Because of Who You Are. Listen today and hear how God has chosen to reveal his character and abilities through his names. Here is the youtube link to Because of Who You Are https://youtu.be/C6WexG9uAJI?si=v_qMXREFfJtMigpN We would love to hear your comments. Send us a Text Message Support the show...

Nov 20, 20235 minSeason 1Ep. 936

The Blood, The Light, The Busker and The Impact. That was our week.

Welcome to the Friday Roundup. Today we present a summary of our episodes from this week and hope they will encourage and bless you. Have a great weekend. We would love to hear your comments. Send us a Text Message Support the show

Nov 17, 20238 minSeason 1Ep. 935

Impact

We each have the ability to change someone's life for the better. It doesn't have to cost money or possessions, yet the result of doing one simple thing can change a life. Listen today to find out what we can do to make an impact on someone. We would love to hear your comments. Send us a Text Message Support the show

Nov 16, 20235 minSeason 1Ep. 934

The Busker

It was a cold January morning in Washington DC, back in 2007 when a young man entered the subway station and began playing his violin. The reactions of passersby reveal much about our lives. Originally broadcast on April 7, 2021. We would love to hear your comments. Send us a Text Message Support the show

Nov 15, 20235 minSeason 1Ep. 933

Be The Light

Albert Einstein once said, "Darkness does not exist. It is in reality the absence of light... darkness is a term used by man to describe what happens when there is no light present." A very interesting statement, especially in view of what Jesus once said, "I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness..." We would love to hear your comments. Send us a Text Message Support the show...

Nov 14, 20236 minSeason 1Ep. 932

Nothing But The Blood

Written in 1873, Nothing But the Blood, has become a standard hymn of worship throughout the world. Last week, Mercy Me released a new version of this hymn that brings this powerful hymn to the world today. You will enjoy it. We would love to hear your comments. Send us a Text Message Support the show

Nov 13, 20235 minSeason 1Ep. 931

Water in the Desert

Lost in the desert with no water, Andrew comes across an abandoned hut with one bottle of water and a message to pour it out in order to get more. What would you have done? We would love to hear your comments. Send us a Text Message Support the show

Nov 09, 20236 minSeason 1Ep. 929

What is Heaven Like

Heaven is a place that God has created for his children to live in forever. We are promised that it will be beautiful and wonderful. Yet, some wonder what we will do for all eternity. Will we get bored? Will we regret what he missed out on while on earth? What will heaven really be like? Today we share a story that might help answer those questions. Originally broadcast on November 9, 2022 We would love to hear your comments. Send us a Text Message Support the show...

Nov 08, 20236 minSeason 1Ep. 928

Pray The Answer

Pray the Answer, Not the Problem is the title of a book by Carol Graham. Today we look at a story of God's protection that she experienced and the lesson of faith that we all need to be reminded of. Here is a link to Carol Graham's Facebook page where you can learn more about her podcast and teaching. https://www.facebook.com/PrayingForMiraclesWithCarol/ We would love to hear your comments. Send us a Text Message Support the show...

Nov 07, 20236 minSeason 1Ep. 927

God Is On The Throne

Our Music Monday episode today features the song, God is on the Throne, by, We the Kingdom. The message could not be more timely, and the music can bring peace to a worried mind. You will enjoy this song and it will minister to you. Have a great day. Here is the youtube link to God is on the Throne https://youtu.be/y9Xj-g7aJ0A?si=GJ33KlraDLIJlbNk We would love to hear your comments. Send us a Text Message Support the show...

Nov 06, 20235 minSeason 1Ep. 926

Believe, Seas, Playing Together and Time...That was our week.

Welcome to the Friday Roundup where we present a brief overview of our episodes presented this week. We hope you have a great weekend. Enjoy We would love to hear your comments. Send us a Text Message Support the show

Nov 03, 20238 minSeason 1Ep. 925

The Time is Now

"The Christian life is action, not speculation. Not a debating but a doing...only what you have done lasts." Today we discuss the importance of how our actions have immense importance to God. We would love to hear your comments. Send us a Text Message Support the show

Nov 01, 20236 minSeason 1Ep. 924

Learning to Play Together

When young children play together, it is not uncommon for someone to get hurt or come crying when one of the other children says or does something that upsets them. That is just the way kids are. Today's episode tells the story of an orchestra that couldn't get along either and the lesson that we all can learn something important from. We would love to hear your comments. Send us a Text Message Support the show...

Nov 01, 20236 minSeason 1Ep. 923

The Seas of Israel

There are three distinct bodies of water in Israel. The Sea of Galilee, the Jordan River and the Dead Sea. All three are connected, yet all three are very different and have lessons for us. Check it out today. We would love to hear your comments. Send us a Text Message Support the show

Oct 31, 20236 minSeason 1Ep. 922

You Have to Listen to Hear

The Angel of the Lord spoke to Gideon. Gideon did not like what he was told and decided to point out all the reasons why it could not be true. But when he stopped complaining and began to listen, he learned a powerful new truth. We would love to hear your comments. Send us a Text Message Support the show

Oct 26, 20235 minSeason 1Ep. 919
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