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Trim the Wick

Dan and Becky Jamesmatthew257.com

Join Dan and Becky James on Trim the Wick, the podcast that's igniting hearts and strengthening relationships. With over 25 years of ministry experience and a passion for helping believers thrive, Dan and Becky share biblically sound advice on marriage, family, relationships, and life. Tune in for practical insights, inspiring stories, and tips to keep your flame burning bright. Don't miss out - subscribe now and trim away the distractions to focus on what truly matters!



Episodes

Why do you do Passover?

This week we go and get new chairs, and continue our History and discussion on Passover. https://jewsforjesus.org/jewish-resources/jewish-holidays/passover/ http://www.sheepfoldgleanings.net/2019/The%20Messianic%20Passover%20Haggadah.pdf https://www.amazon.com/Celebrating-Biblical-Feasts-Your-Church-ebook/dp/B0090OH7VM/ref=as_li_ss_tl?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1458628695&sr=1-1&keywords=celebrating+biblical+feasts&linkCode=sl1&tag=leaaleg03-20&linkId=b5d8a9454e54a7503280534...

Mar 25, 20211 hrSeason 3Ep. 3

The Little Things

This week we have a quick COVID19 update from our friends in Kenya, Dan washes the car and we prepare for Passover. My Podcast interview with Pastor Steve in Kenya https://www.buzzsprout.com/830569/3639703 Have a question? Need to talk? Send us a message!

Mar 19, 202134 minSeason 3Ep. 2

We are Back!

It has been a long 3 months and we missed you. Becky and I recap the last 3 months and look forward to the future. We discuss about our new Blog on our Facebook page @seeinggodintheeveryday. Have a question? Need to talk? Send us a message!

Mar 11, 202130 minSeason 3Ep. 1

We got us some Rest and the beginning of Advent

This week Becky and I talk about the crazy of the Holidays and the fact that we all need rest. Plus we start are 4 week series on the names of Jesus and the Advent. additional music by Carol Of The Bells by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Artist: http://audionautix.com/ Have a question? Need to talk? Send us a message!...

Dec 04, 202033 minSeason 2Ep. 4

November hurricane plus dead tree equals cold shower

We have the fun experience of a November hurricane plus dead tree equals cold shower. Where is God when our power goes out and the TV falls off the wall. Have a question? Need to talk? Send us a message!

Nov 24, 202031 minSeason 2Ep. 3

Kingdom Living

S2E2 How are things going? Feeling a little stressed? Concerned about the future? COVID19, Election results, 401K ok? Well, this week Becky and I talk about the current events and how Kingdom living is the answer to seeing God in your everyday. Have a question? Need to talk? Send us a message!

Nov 12, 202032 minSeason 2Ep. 2

Becky and I start something new!

Kick off to Season 2. Join Dan and new co-host Becky as they talk about how relationship is key to learning to see God in everyday things. Have a question? Need to talk? Send us a message!

Nov 05, 202027 minSeason 2Ep. 1

The Way of Love

Welcome back! Have you ever been listening to someone and it sounds off? Even if what they are saying is right its have to get past their tone of motivation. If there is no Love in what we do we are nothing. 1 Corinthians 13 Have a question? Need to talk? Send us a message!

Aug 14, 202024 minSeason 1Ep. 16

Eating and Serving Fish

Intro/ opening Thank you for listening we are moving on from the political and back to seeing God in our everyday. Segment 1: Father’s day Segment 2: Feeding of the 5000. We all know the story but what is the lesson and who is it for and where is the application for today? Let’s look at v5ff . The there is something to learn here because Jesus said it will be on the test. Of you faith when in leadership. I was talking in text to a pastor friend I have in Kenya. He was sharing with the hardship t...

Jun 23, 202030 minSeason 1Ep. 15

Abuse and Racism is a Sin

We look at the events around George Floyd's death. What should we be looking to change and defend. Have a question? Need to talk? Send us a message!

Jun 11, 202028 minSeason 1Ep. 14

Fear Part 2 Worship with Ben Horne

Building on last weeks episode we talk about fear. My good friend Ben and I talk about the importance of Worship in the lives of every believer and as a by product fear is cast out. I hope you enjoy this conversation and it encourages you to become daily worshipers. Have a question? Need to talk? Send us a message!

Jun 06, 202030 minSeason 1Ep. 14

Fear Part 1

What is fear, and why does it seem to be everywhere. 1. Webster defines fear: an unpleasant often strong emotion caused by anticipation or awareness of danger: profound reverence and awe especially toward God 2. What does the bible say about Fear: Fear is a natural and, in its purpose, beneficent feeling, arising in the presence or anticipation of danger, and moving to its avoidance; it is also awakened in the presence of superiors and of striking manifestations of power, etc., taking the form o...

May 28, 202039 minSeason 1Ep. 13

Serving Those With Great Need w/ Pastor Steve Nairobi Kenya

Pastor Steve’s FaceBook: https://www.facebook.com/stephen.mbugua.10297 Faith Evangelistic Ministry Korogocho FaceBook: https://www.facebook.com/www.faithrescuenetwork.org Seeing God in the Everyday with Dan James: New FB Page https://www.facebook.com/Seeing-God-in-the-Everyday-with-Dan-James-103828284535636/ NEW Twitter https://twitter.com/see_everyday Email [email protected] Have a question? Need to talk? Send us a message!...

May 06, 202032 minSeason 1Ep. 13

Check Your Attitude

Intro/ Welcome Segment 1: Don’t let your circumstances affect your attitude. 1. Colossians 3:23 2. Philippians 2:14 Segment 2: What are you going to do during this time of upheaval? 1. Sir Isaac Newton “Year of Wonders” 2. Eleanor Abbott inventor of Candy Land board game. Segment 3: 1. Love your Neighbor. New FB Page https://www.facebook.com/Seeing-God-in-the-Everyday-with-Dan-James-103828284535636/ NEW Twitter https://twitter.com/see_everyday Email [email protected] Have a questi...

Apr 23, 202033 minSeason 1Ep. 13

Hope in the Good and Bad Times

This weeks Episode focuses the Hope of God in the Good things that people are doing and some of the bad things that are happening in our world. Have a question? Need to talk? Send us a message!

Apr 18, 202035 minSeason 1Ep. 12

Hearing a Whisper (Special Guest, My Wife Becky)

This week I am inspired by my Pastor Carlos Castillo of Connection Church about "Hearing God Whisper" during this time dealing with the Corona Virus. My special guest Becky and I look at the passage 1 Kings 19:11-12 FB Page https://www.facebook.com/Seeing-God-in-the-Everyday-with-Dan-James-103828284535636/ NEW Twitter https://twitter.com/see_everyday Email [email protected] Have a question? Need to talk? Send us a message!...

Apr 10, 202044 minSeason 1Ep. 11

The Rock, The Light, and Bethlehem

We make a visit to an amazing light house in York Maine and visit a Maple tree farm in New Hampshire. Have a question? Need to talk? Send us a message!

Mar 26, 202032 minSeason 1Ep. 10

The Rabbit Hole

Intro/Opening: Today we Look for God while chasing a rabbit, and learn the benefit of discipline from Bamboo and a Pine Tree. Segment 1: Why I love movies. Jojo rabbit the movie who, what, and when. A. A boy being raised where “the hero” is an evil person. Eph. 2:2 B. The demonizing of the Jews. Acts 16:18-23 C. The realization that your “hero” is not your friend and the battle between the two. Col. 3:5-7. D. Salvation is for all, even Nazi boys. Rom. 10:8-13 Last thought on the movie it is wort...

Mar 11, 202034 minSeason 1Ep. 8

The Sky is Falling,(not Really) Corona Virus, Rich Mullins

Talk about how to see God in dealing with the Corona Virus. The life and music of Rich Mullins. www.worldmeters.info/coronavirus World Health Organization director Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus " Stigma, to be honest, is more dangerous than the virus itself. Fear and panic are dangerous." "It's fine to be concerned and worried, but let's calm down and do the right things." San Diego Union-Times Rich Mullins: What Susan Said from The World as Best I Remember It, Vol. 2 ...

Mar 05, 202032 minSeason 1Ep. 7

Beautiful Guatemala and the Daytona 500

I recap my trip to Guatemala and what an incredible ending to the Daytona 500. New FB Page https://www.facebook.com/Seeing-God-in-the-Everyday-with-Dan-James-103828284535636/ NEW Twitter https://twitter.com/see_everyday Email [email protected] Have a question? Need to talk? Send us a message!...

Feb 21, 202028 minSeason 1Ep. 6

Surprise at the Oscars, and Rejoicing at a Skin Disease

We chat about Christian movies and the Oscars and how a skin disease brings joy. "I'm standing with you" from Breakthrough : https://youtu.be/xE2s1pQcADM Just a quick update I have been saying the email wrong!!!! The right email is [email protected] Have a question? Need to talk? Send us a message!

Feb 14, 202026 minSeason 1Ep. 5

Seeing God during the Super Bowl

Fix the World – Snickers https://youtu.be/dKGgKGS2VCQ Groundhog Day – Jeep https://youtu.be/AnhzGUcENWo Loretta – Google https://youtu.be/6xSxXiHwMrg Love Takes Action- New York Life Insurance https://youtu.be/-3LTR32dMgI “To love at all is to be vulnerable. Love anything and your heart will be wrung and possibly broken. If you want to make sure of keeping it intact you must give it to no one, not even an animal. Wrap it carefully round with hobbies and little luxuries; avoid all entanglements. ...

Feb 06, 202025 minSeason 1Ep. 4

Hope in the Hardest of Times.

75th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz. Standing in a field picking up trash. And I mark myself safe from falling iguanas. Have a question? Need to talk? Send us a message!

Jan 30, 202026 minSeason 1Ep. 3

Florida Weather, Hope in Iran

Conversation about beautiful Florida weather. Iran has riots for freedom. Christian Music artist Toby Mac writes a stirring tribute to his son after his death. Have a question? Need to talk? Send us a message!

Jan 28, 202028 minSeason 1Ep. 2

Welcome to the Podcast, 2019 Year in Review.

Hi, everyone. I am so excited to start my Podcast. This episode I share why and how the podcast began, plus I will be talking about the top events of 2019. Have a question? Need to talk? Send us a message!

Jan 28, 202040 minSeason 1Ep. 1