SCRIPTURE: Esther 2:19 – 3:6 SHOW NOTES: The book of Esther is a real story rooted in the middle of palace life in ancient Persia . This story is filled with intrigue, power, and selfish ambition. Esther has been named the Queen of Persia. She has not revealed to anyone that she is Jewish, just as her uncle, Mordecai, had instructed her. He has been appointed to a government position and while sitting at the king’s gate, Mordecai overhears a plot to kill the king . He reports this to Queen Esthe...
Oct 04, 2023•19 min•Season 14Ep. 4
SCRIPTURE: Esther 2:1-18 SHOW NOTES: The second chapter in the book of Esther begins, “After these things,” so we ask this question, “What things?” King Ahasuerus had hosted a military planning session in Susa for 180 days that concluded with a 7-day feast “where wine was abundant.” The King summoned Queen Vashti to appear before him and his guests. But she refused and he removed her from the throne as Queen. Soon after He turned his attention to Greece where his mighty troops met a severe disas...
Sep 27, 2023•18 min•Season 14Ep. 3
SCRIPTURE: Esther 1:10-22 SHOW NOTES : This story is set in a vast empire under the rule of a pagan king . Described as one who ruled the entire known world, the king spent half a year engaged in strategic meetings with his government officials and military leaders . Now, King Ahasuerus hosts a lavish seven day banquet for these leaders while Queen Vashti hosts a feast in the palace for the women. In Esther, chapter one we read, “On the seventh day, when the heart of the king was merry with wine...
Sep 20, 2023•20 min•Season 14Ep. 2
SCRIPTURE: Esther 1:1-9 SHOW NOTES: As we begin this new season – A Crown with Purpose – it’s important to share some of the historical and cultural setting . “In those days King Ahasuerus sat on his royal throne in Susa, the citadel, in the third year of his reign he gave a feast for all his officials and servants. The army of Persia and Media and the nobles and governors of the provinces were before him.” This is a powerful king who ruled over the largest kingdom (127 provinces) in the known w...
Sep 13, 2023•20 min•Season 14Ep. 1
SCRIPTURE: Ezekiel 47:1-12 / Zechariah 14:1-9 / Revelation 22:1-2 SHOW NOTES: Water. As part of creation, a river flowed out of Eden to water the garden. And, in the book of Revelation, the river of the water of life will flow from the throne of God . The prophets, Ezekiel and Zechariah, speak words of hope and encouragement to the Jewish captives in Babylon. A day is coming when living waters will flow from the Temple Mount in Jerusalem – flowing down to the Dead Sea and the sea will be brought...
Sep 06, 2023•20 min•Season 12Ep. 19
SCRIPTURE: Luke 5:1-11 SHOW NOTES: Jesus is teaching the crowd from the shoreline, and He gets into Simon’s fishing boat. He continues to teach from this floating pulpit as the crowd presses in to hear Him . Then, the Lord speaks to Peter, “Put out into the deep and let down your nets for a catch.” These men labored all night, and they are tired. Fishing is their livelihood and they caught nothing last night. Simon answered Jesus, “But at Your word I will let down the nets.” When they dropped th...
Aug 30, 2023•20 min•Season 12Ep. 18
SCRIPTURE: Matthew 14:22-33 / Mark 6:45-52 / John 6:16-21 SHOW NOTES: The crowds of people have followed Jesus and His disciples around the Sea of Galilee, and it has been a long day of ministry . Caring for the disciples, Jesus puts them in a boat, He dismisses the people, and He goes off to spend time alone with His Heavenly Father in prayer. Once again, the disciples experience the strong wind and powerful waves as they struggle to row to the other side of the Sea. Sometime after 3:00am, Jesu...
Aug 23, 2023•21 min•Season 12Ep. 17
SCRIPTURE: Matthew 8:23-27 / Mark 4:35-41 / Luke 8:22-25 SHOW NOTES: A famous body of water found in the pages of Scripture (and one of our favorite places to visit in Israel) is the Sea of Galilee . Matthew 11:20 says, “Jesus performed most of His miracles” in this area of Israel . Three of the Gospel writers include today’s story in their written accounts of Jesus’ earthly ministry. As Matthew, Mark, and Luke share their accounts, readers gain insight into this powerful event experienced by Je...
Aug 16, 2023•20 min•Season 12Ep. 16
SCRIPTURE: John 4:1-42 SHOW NOTES: Jesus had a God-ordained appointment. He departed from Jerusalem, stopped at the town of Sychar, and sat down beside Jacob’s well . Then, a woman of Samaria came out to draw water in the middle of the day. She was surprised when a Jewish man asked her for a drink of water and this conversation, literally, changed her life . Yes, she came to fill her waterpot at the well but she had a much greater thirst in her life. She was truly thirsting for legitimate and au...
Aug 09, 2023•21 min•Season 12Ep. 15
SCRIPTURE: Matthew 3:1-17 SHOW NOTES: John the Baptist was preaching in the wilderness of Judea and people came from Jerusalem and all the region around the Jordan River to hear him . They confessed their sins and were baptized by him in the river. John’s message included, “Prepare the way of the Lord, make his paths straight. And all flesh shall see the salvation of God.” He called people to repentance and a life that would bear fruit. As people came to the Jordan River, they identified with Jo...
Aug 02, 2023•21 min•Season 12Ep. 14
SCRIPTURE: Jeremiah 2:1-19 / Hosea 14:9 SHOW NOTES: Jeremiah, the weeping prophet, was given a difficult assignment – share God’s message of judgment with the wayward people of Israel . Israel was chosen by God, set apart, and holy to the Lord. God rescued them from slavery in Egypt and He brought them “into a plentiful land to enjoy its fruits and its good things. But when you came in, you defiled my land.” With privilege comes responsibility, God will discipline His children’s irresponsible be...
Jul 26, 2023•20 min•Season 12Ep. 12
SCRIPTURE: Joshua 3 & 4 SHOW NOTES: Joshua is God’s choice for their new leader . The people of Israel are camped on the east side of the Jordan River, waiting for God’s instructions. He promises to lead and guide their steps. Then, Joshua provides these instructions, “Consecrate yourselves.” The people are to prepare themselves and prepare their hearts because, “Tomorrow, the Lord will do wonders among you!” The priests walk before the people and, in faith step into the Jordan River as it i...
Jul 19, 2023•21 min•Season 12Ep. 11
SCRIPTURE: Deut. 6:10-13, 20-24; 7:18-19; 8:2-19 SHOW NOTES: The people of Israel have been wandering in the wilderness for 40 years and they will soon enter the land God promised to Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob . The Lord promises them many good things in the land, but He warns them, “ Take care lest you forget the Lord, who brought you out of the land of Egypt, out of the house of slavery. It is the Lord your God you shall fear … and you shall serve.” Moses wrote the book of Deuteronomy at the en...
Jul 12, 2023•21 min•Season 12Ep. 10
SCRIPTURE: Exodus 14 / Psalm 106:8-12 SHOW NOTES : At times, it may seem like the Lord does not hear our prayers, but we must cling to the Truth . He sees our affliction. He hears our cries. He knows our suffering. And He will deliver us. Moses was chosen by God for a specific mission. The people of Israel continued to serve Pharoah in the land of Egypt. He was a brutal task master and the people had suffered greatly. God had a Plan. He had a Purpose. “But God led the people around by the way of...
Jul 05, 2023•21 min•Season 12Ep. 9
SCRIPTURE: Exodus 1–2 / Psalm 18:1-3 / Hebrews 11:23-25 SHOW NOTES: God had a specific plan and purpose for the life of Moses. In Psalm 106:23 Moses is called, “His chosen one.” Pharoah and the Egyptians were in dread of the people of Israel. But the more they were oppressed, the more they multiplied. A beautiful baby boy was born to a Levite couple and his mother set him in a floating basket on the Nile River. In God’s timing and providence, Pharoah’s daughter came to the river and found the ba...
Jun 28, 2023•21 min•Season 12Ep. 8
SCRIPTURE: Psalm 42 SHOW NOTES: The author of Psalm 42 cries out to the Lord, “I thirst for the living God.” In our thirst for God and our desire to know Him and to walk more closely with Him, we should sing for joy and give thanks to Him. Life brings about times of discouragement, sadness, and despair. The Psalmist says he feels like life is tossing him around, rushing over him, and pushing him down. “Yet, through the night I will sing His songs, I will pray to God who gives me life.” We choose...
Jun 21, 2023•20 min•Season 12Ep. 7
"More Lessons From Israel" Three NEW Videos Direct From "The Holy Land" Just Click Links Below To View At 7:00 p.m. Walt & Brenda are SHARING AGAIN FROM ISRAEL, and they've created these THREE NEW VIDEO messages each under two minutes: ---------------------- Video Clip #1 – "Cistern at Qumran" Video Clip #2 –"Mikvah at Qumran" Video Clip #3 – "En Gedi" NOTE: Just click the "CC" in the menu bar at the bottom for captionsl We invite you to share your own comments and questions. Walk.With.God.W...
Jun 14, 2023•2 min•Season 12Ep. 6
"Direct From Israel" – From "The Holy Land." Walt & Brenda are once again now in Israel leading special tours of "The Holy Land" all this week. They've created these three special video messages just for you! Simply Click These Links (Below) To View Videos – under two minutes each: Video Clip #1 – Aqueduct Caesarea Video Clip #2 – The Sea Of Galilee Video Clip #3 – Caesarea Philippi Just Click The Links To View Videos At 7:00 p.m. NOTE: You may also click the "CC" in the menu bar at the bott...
Jun 07, 2023•2 min•Season 12Ep. 5
SCRIPTURE: Genesis 26:18-33 SHOW NOTES: “There was a famine in the land.” People through the years dread hearing those words. God specifically instructs Isaac, “Do not go down to Egypt, stay in the land, I will be with you and bless you.” His herdsmen dug several wells but they experienced strife with those living in the area. Isaac continued to relocate his flocks and family until they dug a well at Rehoboth. Then, Isaac journeyed to Beersheba. God appeared to Isaac and confirmed His promise to...
May 31, 2023•20 min•Season 12Ep. 4
SCRIPTURE: Genesis 13:9-17; Deut. 11:10-14; Psalm 133 YOU’RE INVITED! We invite you to join us for an upcoming trip to Israel. The dates are October 17-28, 2023. Please register for the trip by June 20, 2023. Visit the Website: https://www.morningstartours.com/bem1345 SHOW NOTES : Deuteronomy 11:10-14 sets the stage for this week’s lesson. “The land that you are going over to possess is a land of hills and valleys, which drinks water by the rain from heaven … the eyes of the Lord your God are al...
May 24, 2023•20 min•Season 12Ep. 3
SCRIPTURE: Genesis 6:5–7:5; Hebrews 11:7 YOU'RE INVITED! We invite you to join us for an upcoming trip to Israel. The dates are October 17-28, 2023. Please register for the trip by June 20, 2023. Visit the Website: https://www.morningstartours.com/bem1345 SHOW NOTES: We’ve heard the story of Noah and the ark in Sunday School ever since we were young. We “know” this story . However, we looked more closely at God’s response to the wickedness of man on the earth. He said, “I am sorry that I have ma...
May 17, 2023•20 min•Season 12Ep. 2
SCRIPTURE: Genesis 1:1-13; Psalm 29:3; 33:7 SHOW NOTES: As Walk with God continues into its third year, we will begin this new season entitled Living Water. The central topic will be water and our study will include select passages of Scripture, from Genesis to Revelation, in the coming weeks. There are well over 600 references to water in the Bible. Many of these verses have great significance and important lessons for each of us to study and apply to our lives . We will look at passages where ...
May 10, 2023•18 min•Season 12Ep. 1
SCRIPTURE: James 5:13-20 SHOW NOTES: The book of James has been an encouraging and challenging study . As brothers and sisters, we do not want to become stagnant, stale, or fall away from the Lord. Our heart’s desire is to grow and have a vibrant Walk with God . There are people all around us who are hurting, sick, and facing times of trials . We are called to stand with one another. Pray for one another. Praise and rejoice with one another. Do you have someone in your life that you meet with re...
May 03, 2023•22 min•Season 11Ep. 18
SCRIPTURE: James 5:1-12 SHOW NOTES: James’ book is clearly challenging “brothers and sisters” to live in a way that pleases the Lord . Now in the first 6 verses of chapter 5, he seems to shift his message to those who are living in a selfish and prideful manner. James uses strong words, and he wants these people to realize there will be consequences for their self-centered lifestyle. He declares that they should “weep and howl for the miseries that are coming upon them” because they will ultimat...
Apr 26, 2023•20 min•Season 11Ep. 17
SCRIPTURE: James 4:1-17 SHOW NOTES: James continues to share practical instruction with brothers and sisters in the early Church . How should they live in a way pleasing to God? As Jews, they listened to the teaching of the Law, celebrated the Annual Feasts, and brought their sacrifices to the Temple. James presents this basic choice for all believers . Will we live according to our fleshly desires, or will we humble ourselves and submit to God? James cares for these people and he desires to see...
Apr 19, 2023•20 min•Season 11Ep. 16
“The names of God are significant,” says Brenda McCord, tonight's devotion leader. “As individuals, we are each known by our different names – formal, casual, and nicknames. God also has many names. This study offers specific Bible verses to help us better grasp the importance of God’s many names – and enrich our walk with Him. We’ll get to better understand Him – and ourselves.” SPECIAL NOTE: Brenda & Walt have now returned from Israel, after weeks of leading church tours. Upon arriving bac...
Apr 12, 2023•18 min•Season 11Ep. 15
Join Us For Holy Week Tonight - 3 New Videos From Israel Walt & Brenda's Final Week in Israel leading special tours of "The Holy Land." Enjoy these three new Holy Week video messages just for you – under two minutes each: Before Jesus was crucified, He celebrated the last supper with His disciples. Then, He walked from the Upper Room to the Garden of Gethsemane where He cried out in great anguish to His Heavenly Father. Finally at the Garden Tomb, we celebrate the resurrection of our Lord an...
Apr 05, 2023•3 min•Season 11Ep. 14
"Israel Interludes!" Join Us For Week #3 Tonight 3 New Videos From Israel Walt & Brenda are now in Israel leading special tours of "The Holy Land" all this week. They've created three new special video messages just for you – under two minutes each: Video Clip #1 – Mediterranean Sea (Deut. 11) Video Clip #2 – Bet She’an (1 Samuel 31:12) Video Clip #3 – Ein Gedi (Ruth 1 / 1 Samuel 24) Week 3aa - Mediterranean Sea (Deuteronomy 11:13-14) Obey God’s commandments, love the Lord, and serve Him. Th...
Mar 29, 2023•3 min•Season 11Ep. 12
"Israel Interludes!" Join Us For Week #2 Tonight 3 New Videos Direct From "The Holy Land" Just Click Links Below To View New Videos At 7:00 p.m. Walt & Brenda are now in Israel leading special tours of "The Holy Land" all this week. They've created three new special video messages just for you – under two minutes each: Video Clip #1 – Temple Model, Jerusalem (Matt 24:2) Video Clip #2 – Mount Nebo (Deuteronomy 34:1) Video Clip #3 – The Elah Valley (1 Samuel 17) NOTE: Just click the "CC" in th...
Mar 22, 2023•3 min•Season 11Ep. 11
"Israel Interludes!" – Videos Direct From "The Holy Land." Walt & Brenda are now in Israel leading special tours of "The Holy Land" all this week. They've created these three special video messages just for you! Just Click These Links (Below) To View Videos – under two minutes each: Video Clip #1 – Jezreel Valley – Welcome! Video Clip #2 – The Summit Of Mount Carmel Video Clip #3 – Overlooking The Sea Of Galilee Just Click The Links To View Videos At 7:00 p.m. NOTE: You may also click the "C...
Mar 15, 2023•3 min•Season 11Ep. 10
