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Reflections Ruminations & Recollections

75 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 4 years ago -

Reflections on various Bible verses and topics and the occasional poem

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Episodes

Home is where the heart is

September 22, 2019 23:29 - 4 minutes - 7.74 MB

If you’re a believer in Christ, this world - and the home we live in - is not our eternal home. Listen to this episode to find out more about our heavenly home.

Where were you when the world stopped turning?

September 11, 2019 23:08 - 3 minutes - 7.25 MB

My reflections on 9/11/01 and the horrific events that happened that day.

The fruits of our labor

September 02, 2019 23:11 - 2 minutes - 4.11 MB

Labor Day may be a Federal holiday, but enjoying our labor and what it pays for doesn’t have to occur only once a year.

What is your identity?

August 26, 2019 02:24 - 6 minutes - 11.7 MB

Do you have issues with your self-esteem? Listen to discover how to overcome those issues.

Vacation, all I ever wanted

June 17, 2019 00:44 - 1 minute - 3.49 MB

Summer means vacation for most of us. But do you know Who never goes on vacation?

The Holy Spirit - the third member of the Trinity

June 09, 2019 23:01 - 3 minutes - 7.24 MB

The Holy Spirit is one of the members of the Holy Trinity, but how much do you really know about Him?

It's a family affair

May 19, 2019 23:58 - 3 minutes - 5.82 MB

If you are a born again believer in Christ, you belong to two families. Listen to this episode to find out more.

Respect your rulers

May 06, 2019 00:14 - 6 minutes - 12.1 MB

My thoughts on how we should think about those who rule over us. As Christians, we are held to a higher standard.

Palm Sunday - The entry triumphant

April 14, 2019 23:58 - 5 minutes - 9.66 MB

Palm Sunday has more meaning than just palm branches. 

To know or to know about?

March 31, 2019 23:37 - 2 minutes - 5.15 MB

Do you really know God? Or do you just know about Him?

Pull that weed

March 24, 2019 22:49 - 3 minutes - 6.42 MB

Weeds in our gardens are hard to get rid of, but sin can overgrow our lives as well.

An eternal love

March 11, 2019 00:38 - 2 minutes - 4.92 MB

Romantic love is all well and good, but there is a special love that’s even better.

By the book(s)

February 10, 2019 20:54 - 3 minutes - 7.05 MB

God’s main book is the Bible, but did you know that there are four different kinds of books listed in Scripture?

"It is Well With My Soul" - origin and analysis

February 03, 2019 20:51 - 8 minutes - 14.8 MB

You may know the hymn “It is Well With My Soul.” But do you know its history?

Down in the dumps?

January 28, 2019 01:25 - 3 minutes - 7.23 MB

You’re not alone. Many people in the Bible were depressed too, and even we Christians can be sorrowful. But there is Someone who can help us in our sorrow. 

Family reunion

January 21, 2019 01:57 - 1 minute - 2.9 MB

Family reunions are great, but there is a future reunion that will be even better.

I like clouds

January 14, 2019 01:19 - 1 minute - 3.5 MB

I like clouds, how ‘bout you? A rap.

Reflections on the three wise men

January 06, 2019 19:28 - 5 minutes - 4.17 MB

Today is the church holiday of Epiphany, but have you thought about the wise men themselves?

New Year. . . New life

December 31, 2018 01:47 - 2 minutes - 2.36 MB

A new year may be starting soon, but have you ever thought about a new life in Christ?

Does anyone know what Christmas is all about?

December 24, 2018 02:05 - 3 minutes - 2.54 MB

Charlie Brown asked this question and this podcast episode has the answer.

The face of Jesus

December 17, 2018 01:36 - 3 minutes - 2.78 MB

Did Jesus really look like the paintings we see of Him?

"Joy to the World" - is it really a Christmas song?

December 10, 2018 02:28 - 2 minutes - 1.87 MB

Ever wonder why we sing “Joy to the World” at Christmas time?

The ultimate Avenger

December 03, 2018 01:11 - 2 minutes - 2.18 MB

Thor, Captain America, the Hulk, etc. - you know who they are. But do you know the ultimate Avenger?

Stressmas, Stressmas time is here

November 26, 2018 03:18 - 2 minutes - 2.4 MB

Does the busy Christmas season stress you out? Listen to this episode to find the solution.

An attitude of gratitude

November 19, 2018 03:49 - 3 minutes - 2.84 MB

Giving thanks should happen every day, not just once a year.

Diane's Etiquette Guide For Public Transit Riders

November 12, 2018 00:42 - 4 minutes - 3.77 MB

For those of you who use public transit, here is a guide as to how to behave.

Jesus Christ, Superman

November 05, 2018 00:28 - 2 minutes - 2.32 MB

There are amazing similarities between Jesus Christ and Superman, the Man of Steel. Visit reflections ruminations recollections.blogspot.com and search for the blog post with this title to find links to articles about the Superman-Jesus similarities.

Sweet or stinky?

October 28, 2018 23:25 - 2 minutes - 2.15 MB

If you’re a Christian, is your aroma sweet or stinky?

Have you turned in your RSVP yet?

October 22, 2018 01:24 - 4 minutes - 3.55 MB

One day, the biggest wedding reception of all time will occur. Will you be there?

Woe, woe, woe

October 15, 2018 00:39 - 4 minutes - 3.51 MB

How would Jesus rebuke the Church if He was walking on earth today?

Keep your lamp trimmed

October 08, 2018 01:12 - 4 minutes - 3.56 MB

Is the lamp of your relationship with the Lord burning bright?

Hold your tongue

September 30, 2018 23:43 - 4 minutes - 3.73 MB

A study about the tongue and the part it plays in our lives.

Meeting up with Melchizedek

September 24, 2018 02:05 - 7 minutes - 6.36 MB

Did you ever wonder who Melchizedek really was? Listen to this podcast episode to hear my thoughts about Melchizedek.

What's your idol?

September 16, 2018 23:46 - 3 minutes - 6.14 MB

Idols were not only worshiped in Biblical days. Listen to the episode to hear about idols in these times.

Everyday people

September 16, 2018 23:23 - 1 minute - 1.63 MB

We are all the same in the eyes of God.

The three hardest words

September 16, 2018 23:17 - 2 minutes - 1.67 MB

Are not “I love you.” Listen to this podcast episode to find out what they are.

Every day is a good day

June 18, 2018 00:12 - 1 minute - 1.27 MB

Make the most of it!

Grow in the Son light

June 11, 2018 01:02 - 3 minutes - 3.09 MB

Are you a “surface Christian”? Or are you rooted in faith and love?

Always and for all times

June 11, 2018 00:52 - 4 minutes - 3.35 MB

A reflection on 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18.

Garbage in, garbage out

June 04, 2018 01:03 - 5 minutes - 4.04 MB

If you put bad stuff in, bad stuff comes out.

Of God and mammon

June 04, 2018 00:53 - 3 minutes - 2.83 MB

Who do you love more - God or money?

The perfect recipe

May 21, 2018 00:25 - 3 minutes - 2.93 MB

A comparison between baking and the Christian life.

The write style - Biblically speaking

May 21, 2018 00:11 - 3 minutes - 2.46 MB

A study about the various writers of God’s Word.

Prime choice

May 14, 2018 00:14 - 2 minutes - 1.86 MB

A podcast episode about the most important choice of all.

Mother's Day

May 14, 2018 00:05 - 1 minute - 1.35 MB

A poem about my mother and being a mom.

Ah, a sweet aroma

May 07, 2018 00:20 - 2 minutes - 1.84 MB

What kind of smell do you emit?

The only book you'll ever need

May 07, 2018 00:12 - 2 minutes - 2.16 MB

If you could only have one book, which one would it be?

Light bright

April 16, 2018 00:27 - 2 minutes - 1.98 MB

The Light of the world.

"Help Wanted"

April 16, 2018 00:13 - 2 minutes - 5.05 MB

A job description for one of the most important jobs of all.

Window dressing

April 09, 2018 00:48 - 3 minutes - 835 KB

Do you dress to please men or God?

Books

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