Daily Bible Reflections
1,137 episodes - English - Latest episode: 16 days ago - ★★★★★ - 1 ratingMeditations on the Bible using the Revised Common Lectionary by church pastor and hospital chaplain Rev. Tim Ehrhardt
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Spiritual Dementia (Deuteronomy 30:1-9)
February 11, 2023 12:42 - 5 minutes - 1.83 MBRecall and remember who you are - where you came from and where you are going. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://timehrhardt.com/2023/02/11/spiritual-dementia-deuteronomy-301-9/
There’s a Price to Pay (Leviticus 26:34-46)
February 10, 2023 12:42 - 4 minutes - 1.58 MBWe are meant to practice good self-care, be good caregivers for others, and concern ourselves with caring for all creation. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://timehrhardt.com/2023/02/10/theres-a-price-to-pay-leviticus-2634-46/
How To Deal with Temptation (James 1:12-16)
February 09, 2023 12:46 - 8 minutes - 2.79 MBTo err is human; to blame it on the divine is even more human. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://timehrhardt.com/2023/02/09/how-to-deal-with-temptation-james-112-16/
Some Wise Warnings (Proverbs 6:6-23)
February 08, 2023 13:51 - 5 minutes - 1.8 MBBend down and look at the busy ants. They work steadily, consistently, and carefully – and never lack. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://timehrhardt.com/2023/02/08/some-wise-warnings-proverbs-66-23/
Don’t Lose Heart (2 Corinthians 4:1-12)
February 07, 2023 12:33 - 5 minutes - 2.02 MBIt is our brokenness, and not the pretension of having it all together, that shows the grace of God to others. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://timehrhardt.com/2023/02/07/dont-lose-heart-2-corinthians-41-12/
How To Get Through Difficulty (Psalm 119:105-112)
February 06, 2023 12:41 - 5 minutes - 1.92 MBLife is a journey, an exploration into the unknown of the future. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://timehrhardt.com/2023/02/06/how-to-get-through-difficulty-psalm-119105-112/
Let Go and Give (Isaiah 58:1-12)
February 05, 2023 12:10 - 7 minutes - 2.55 MBWill you let your "precious" go in order to serve a greater good? This episode is also available as a blog post: http://timehrhardt.com/2023/02/05/let-go-and-give-isaiah-581-12/
Exposing Hypocrisy (Mark 7:1-8)
February 04, 2023 12:03 - 5 minutes - 1.95 MBThe capacity for our hearts to enlarge with love is in direct relation to an awareness of the hidden motives buried within those hearts. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://timehrhardt.com/2023/02/04/exposing-hypocrisy-mark-71-8/
Get a Different Perspective (Isaiah 29:1-12)
February 03, 2023 14:49 - 5 minutes - 1.87 MBOur words and actions have real impact and consequences for others. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://timehrhardt.com/2023/02/03/get-a-different-perspective-isaiah-291-12/
How To Live Well (Psalm 112:1-9)
February 02, 2023 12:39 - 5 minutes - 1.74 MBLiving well means obeying well enough to see the best in others, seek the common good of everyone, and be resilient to deal with our personal foibles and the unforeseen pitfalls we sometimes experience. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://timehrhardt.com/2023/02/02/how-to-live-well-psalm-1121-9/
Receiving Blessings or Woes? (Luke 6:17-26)
February 01, 2023 12:25 - 4 minutes - 1.63 MBWe all may come from different places, have differing experiences, and be at various points along the continuum of poverty and wealth. Yet, we are all human and we are all in this life together. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://timehrhardt.com/2023/02/01/receiving-blessings-or-woes-luke-617-26/
Some Well-Ordered Wisdom (Psalm 37:1-17)
January 31, 2023 12:44 - 4 minutes - 1.67 MBOne’s inner well-being, peace of mind, emotional awareness, and spiritual health are worth infinitely more than any title, position, wealth, or delusions of control. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://timehrhardt.com/2023/01/31/some-well-ordered-wisdom-psalm-371-17/
Changing the System (Philemon 1-25)
January 30, 2023 12:43 - 5 minutes - 1.87 MBChristian community is to be realized through respectful equality, mutual love, and caring fellowship. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://timehrhardt.com/2023/01/30/changing-the-system-philemon-1-25/
Christ’s Beatitudes (Matthew 5:1-12)
January 29, 2023 12:18 - 7 minutes - 2.54 MBHumility is the cornerstone of all virtue and right living. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://timehrhardt.com/2023/01/29/christs-beatitudes-matthew-51-12/
Leading Is Serving (Micah 3:1-4)
January 28, 2023 12:08 - 5 minutes - 1.96 MBIt’s a leader’s responsibility to ensure that justice and freedom are established – and that there are no obstacles to all the people living successfully. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://timehrhardt.com/2023/01/28/leading-is-serving-micah-31-4/
Remember the Poor and Needy (Deuteronomy 24:17-25:4)
January 27, 2023 13:15 - 5 minutes - 2.02 MBWe are to speak and act with mercy to all persons, without prejudice. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://timehrhardt.com/2023/01/27/remember-the-poor-and-needy-deuteronomy-2417-254/
Obey with Integrity and Love (Psalm 15)
January 26, 2023 12:03 - 5 minutes - 2.03 MBObedience is both duty and delight – and they go together in perfect harmony. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://timehrhardt.com/2023/01/26/obey-with-integrity-and-love-psalm-15/
Take the Long View (Genesis 49:1-2, 8-13, 21-26)
January 25, 2023 12:17 - 4 minutes - 1.62 MBPatience, perseverance, and confidence all come through adopting the long view of life. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://timehrhardt.com/2023/01/25/take-the-long-view-genesis-491-2-8-13-21-26/
Make the Impossible Possible (Judges 7:12-22)
January 24, 2023 12:59 - 6 minutes - 2.09 MBWe all have our ways of trying to feel better and make some sense of the nonsensical situations we get put into. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://timehrhardt.com/2023/01/24/make-the-impossible-possible-judges-712-22/
I Am Sending You (Judges 6:11-24)
January 23, 2023 12:16 - 5 minutes - 1.99 MBFaith over fear. Calm over chaos. The divine presence makes all the difference. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://timehrhardt.com/2023/01/23/i-am-sending-you-judges-611-24/
The Ministry of Jesus (Matthew 4:12-23)
January 22, 2023 12:13 - 8 minutes - 2.91 MB"Come, follow me." Jesus This episode is also available as a blog post: http://timehrhardt.com/2023/01/22/the-ministry-of-jesus-matthew-412-23/
Shining the Light on Fear (Psalm 27:1-6)
January 21, 2023 14:07 - 4 minutes - 1.68 MBIt’s okay to be conflicted, to wonder what the heck is going on, to not know what’s up or down, to live with the seeming incongruence of emotions. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://timehrhardt.com/2023/01/21/shining-the-light-on-fear-psalm-271-6/
Keep the Main Thing the Main Thing (Galatians 2:1-10)
January 20, 2023 12:48 - 8 minutes - 2.77 MBChristianity is more than set of beliefs and practices; it’s a way of life which can be summed up in three important words: faith, hope, and love. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://timehrhardt.com/2023/01/20/keep-the-main-thing-the-main-thing-galatians-21-10/
A Changed Life (Galatians 1:11-24)
January 19, 2023 12:37 - 6 minutes - 2.2 MBGrace makes all the difference and is what leads to a changed life. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://timehrhardt.com/2023/01/19/a-changed-life-galatians-111-24/
Why Did Jesus Come? (Matthew 9:14-17)
January 18, 2023 14:05 - 4 minutes - 1.66 MBWe need structural systems which will accommodate our mission. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://timehrhardt.com/2023/01/18/why-did-jesus-come-matthew-914-17/
A Reality Check (Hebrews 10:1-4)
January 17, 2023 12:40 - 5 minutes - 1.73 MBWhat kind of people are we to be? This episode is also available as a blog post: http://timehrhardt.com/2023/01/17/a-reality-check-hebrews-101-4/
Good News for All (Acts 8:26-40)
January 16, 2023 12:28 - 6 minutes - 2.07 MBThe gospel is for all, not just some. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://timehrhardt.com/2023/01/16/good-news-for-all-acts-826-40/
You Have What You Need (1 Corinthians 1:1-9)
January 15, 2023 12:10 - 7 minutes - 2.61 MBNo matter what gets done and how much is left undone, I am enough. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://timehrhardt.com/2023/01/15/you-have-what-you-need-1-corinthians-11-9/
Companions (1 Kings 19:19-21)
January 14, 2023 13:12 - 5 minutes - 1.8 MBLet yourself be open to the ministry of others. Be a companion. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://timehrhardt.com/2023/01/14/companions-1-kings-1919-21/
Out of the Slimy Pit (Psalm 40:1-11)
January 13, 2023 13:56 - 7 minutes - 2.41 MBNew life comes from a change of heart, not a change of circumstances. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://timehrhardt.com/2023/01/13/out-of-the-slimy-pit-psalm-401-11/
The Church Playground (Galatians 1:6-12)
January 12, 2023 12:47 - 5 minutes - 2.04 MBDon't twist the good news into bad news. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://timehrhardt.com/2023/01/12/the-church-playground-galatians-16-12/
Let It Out (Isaiah 51:1-16)
January 11, 2023 12:59 - 8 minutes - 2.81 MBWill you let your bravery come out to play, or will you keep it hidden beneath layers of insecurity? This episode is also available as a blog post: http://timehrhardt.com/2023/01/11/let-it-out-isaiah-511-16/
A Divine Calling (Jeremiah 1:4-10)
January 10, 2023 12:41 - 5 minutes - 1.78 MBA willing and humble spirit goes a lot farther than ability. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://timehrhardt.com/2023/01/10/a-divine-calling-jeremiah-14-10/
A God Worth Exploring (Psalm 89:5-37)
January 09, 2023 12:26 - 5 minutes - 1.79 MBI tend to think that it all comes down to a matter of listening – of which we people have proven to be, at best, rather dull about; and, at worst, completely tone deaf to the continual voice of the universe. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://timehrhardt.com/2023/01/09/a-god-worth-exploring-psalm-895-37/
Remember Your Baptism (Matthew 3:13-17)
January 08, 2023 12:04 - 6 minutes - 2.4 MB"Righteousness" means to have right relationships. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://timehrhardt.com/2023/01/08/remember-your-baptism-matthew-313-17/
Be Wise and Beware (1 Kings 10:1-13)
January 07, 2023 12:06 - 5 minutes - 1.91 MBThe wise person knows there is always a shadow side to every good gift we have. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://timehrhardt.com/2023/01/07/be-wise-and-beware-1-kings-101-13/
Epiphany of the Lord (Matthew 2:1-12)
January 06, 2023 13:45 - 7 minutes - 2.48 MBThe word “epiphany” means “manifestation” or “appearance” – which is exactly what happened with the Magi in visiting Jesus. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://timehrhardt.com/2023/01/06/epiphany-of-the-lord-matthew-21-12/
Be Courageous (Joshua 1:1-9)
January 05, 2023 12:41 - 4 minutes - 1.57 MBCourage and meditation are a package deal. Bravery and contemplation are meant to be wed together. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://timehrhardt.com/2023/01/05/be-courageous-joshua-11-9/
Sensing the Divine (Exodus 3:1-5)
January 04, 2023 13:59 - 5 minutes - 1.73 MBThere are ways which transcend the five senses. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://timehrhardt.com/2023/01/04/sensing-the-divine-exodus-31-5/
Jacob’s Dream (Genesis 28:10-22)
January 03, 2023 12:07 - 5 minutes - 1.79 MBMaybe our dreams are trying to tell us something. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://timehrhardt.com/2023/01/03/jacobs-dream-genesis-2810-22/
Promise and Pilgrimage (Genesis 12:1-7)
January 02, 2023 12:50 - 5 minutes - 2 MBThe best things in life are slow in coming; they require a great deal of blood, sweat, and tears. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://timehrhardt.com/2023/01/02/promise-and-pilgrimage-genesis-121-7/
Jesus of Nazareth (Matthew 2:13-23)
January 01, 2023 13:12 - 7 minutes - 2.63 MBThe gospel is for everyone; the kingdom of heaven is not an exclusive country club. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://timehrhardt.com/2023/01/01/jesus-of-nazareth-matthew-213-23/
The Light of the World (John 8:12-19)
December 31, 2022 12:49 - 5 minutes - 1.97 MBHumanity is a strange alchemy of both light and dark, hopefulness and hopelessness, awareness and ignorance, love and hate. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://timehrhardt.com/2022/12/31/the-light-of-the-world-john-812-19/
Perfect Peace (Isaiah 26:1-9)
December 30, 2022 13:18 - 6 minutes - 2.21 MBThe search for peace is really the search within. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://timehrhardt.com/2022/12/30/perfect-peace-isaiah-261-9/
Hope for the Grieving (Jeremiah 31:15-22)
December 29, 2022 12:37 - 6 minutes - 2.11 MBDeath does not have the last word. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://timehrhardt.com/2022/12/29/hope-for-the-grieving-jeremiah-3115-22/
Seek the Least and the Lost (Matthew 18:1-14)
December 28, 2022 14:16 - 8 minutes - 3.01 MBSeek the lost, the least, and the lonely. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://timehrhardt.com/2022/12/28/who-is-the-greatest-matthew-181-14/
Believe, Love, and Obey (1 John 5:1-12)
December 27, 2022 12:36 - 7 minutes - 2.51 MBLove means putting aside hate and serving others, even when it hurts. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://timehrhardt.com/2022/12/27/believe-love-and-obey-1-john-51-12/
The Who, What, When, Why, Where, and How of Praise (Psalm 148)
December 26, 2022 12:06 - 10 minutes - 3.48 MBPraise, gratitude, thanksgiving, and joy create a sense of unity and the practice of harmony with one another. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://timehrhardt.com/2022/12/26/the-who-what-when-why-where-and-how-of-praise-psalm-148/
The Christ Candle of Light (John 1:1-5)
December 25, 2022 12:26 - 6 minutes - 2.28 MBEven a small flickering flame can illumine enough to make a way. And when many small flames come together, there is a great light for all to see. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://timehrhardt.com/2022/12/25/the-christ-candle-of-light-john-11-5/
The Mighty God (Isaiah 9:2-7)
December 24, 2022 12:13 - 7 minutes - 2.59 MBThe people walking in darkness have seen a great light. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://timehrhardt.com/2022/12/24/the-mighty-god-isaiah-92-7/