You're not alone!
237 episodes - English - Latest episode: 22 days ago - ★★★★★ - 4 ratingsI'm Pastor Dave. I've been blind for most of my life. Let me say, you do not need to see physically to see God. Faith sees God.
Each episode I share my Reflections on God's word.
Content Copyright, Dave Andrus 2015-2019
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Episodes
Episode 364: Episode 364 : A different look at the eclipse : Acts 2:19-22
April 08, 2024 00:00 - 10 minutes - 4.85 MBThe last total eclipse of the sun over the United States took place August 21, 2017. April 8 of 2024 brings another total eclipse. It will bring many amazing sights to see. Being blind, you can also feel its effects. And spiritually it can have meaning too. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2024
Episode 363: Episode 363 : Holiday foods and feasting : Isaiah 25:6-8
April 04, 2024 00:00 - 7 minutes - 3.47 MBOne of the things holidays provide is feasting with great foods. People go out of their way and make special food for holiday events. We can look back at these meals with fond memories. We also look forward to them when upcoming. An Easter Bible verse speaks about this. Copyright Dave Andrus 2024
Episode 362: Episode 362 : A real head scratcher : 1 Peter 1:18-19
March 30, 2024 00:00 - 9 minutes - 4.21 MBThere are some things in life that are a head scratcher. Try as we might we cannot figure it out. Math and science have no answers. Today’s podcast looks at one of the Bible’s biggest head scratchers. Copyright Dave Andrus 2024
Episode 361: Episode 361 : Playing the hand you are dealt : Matthew 5:16
March 15, 2024 00:00 - 9 minutes - 4.36 MBWhether it be poker, cribbage or any other card game, a person needs a bit of skill and luck to win. Sometimes though, the hand you are delt is terrible. This can be true in cards or life. What then? Copyright Dave Andrus 2024
Episode 360: Episode 360 : The most difficult story in the Bible : Genesis 22:1-14
March 05, 2024 00:00 - 9 minutes - 4.39 MBGod tested the faith of Abraham. He asked him to sacrifice his only son. How can God who is life ask for death? Copyright Dave Andrus 2024
Episode 359: Episode 359 : A sociologist's view on Christian history : John 13:34
February 23, 2024 00:00 - 8 minutes - 3.98 MBHow does a sociologist view Christian activity even when persecuted or in danger? Is there another way to look at it? Copyright Dave Andrus 2024
Episode 358: Episode 358 : C. S. Lewis on love and god : 1 John 4:9-10
February 19, 2024 00:00 - 6 minutes - 3.14 MBIn the month of February we hear a lots of thoughts and meanings for love. Here is a mind buster from a Christian philosopher. Copyright Dave Andrus 2024
Episode 357: Episode 357 : The Big Event : Romans 6:23
February 11, 2024 00:00 - 11 minutes - 5.46 MBBig events have extravagant luxuries. Most of us can’t go because we can’t afford it. But what if someone gave you tickets which included not just the event but all the luxuries? Copyright Dave Andrus 2024
Episode 356: Episode 356 : A look at hell: Galatians 5:22-23
February 03, 2024 04:34 - 8 minutes - 4.05 MBFrench philosopher Jean Paul Sartre wrote a play called “no exit”. Three people are in a room and cannot get out. With their conversation he portrays what he thinks hell is. Similar words are used today. Listen in and decide. Copyright Dave Andrus 2024
Episode 355: Episode 355 : Kidneys and blood : 1 John 1:7
January 19, 2024 00:00 - 9 minutes - 4.29 MBLungs bring oxygen to the blood The stomach and intestines break down food and bring it to the blood. The blood takes these to cells in the body which use them as energy to do things. Then the blood brings the waste to the kidneys where it is filtered. And what happens when kidneys cannot filter blood? And how does blood purify kidneys? We invite you to listen. Copyright Dave Andrus 2024
Episode 354: Episode 354 : A different kind of king : Proverbs 19:12
January 09, 2024 00:00 - 8 minutes - 3.74 MBKings of old were supreme in all aspects of life. This meant their subjects most often suffered as a result. Most kings today rule in conjunction with others. No matter what, when the king dies so also his reign ends. The Bible gives us still another type of king. Copyright Dave Andrus 2024
Episode 353: Episode 353 : The whole story : Isaiah 7:14
December 19, 2023 00:00 - 10 minutes - 6.88 MBOne of the prophecies that is read at Christmas time is wonderful, helpful and good. And yet if you read the whole story, it becomes even more impactful, powerful and meaningful. Copyright Dave Andrus 2023
Episode 352: Episode 352 : Silence is broken : Luke 1:20
December 13, 2023 00:00 - 7 minutes - 5.03 MBSilence can be good or it can be bad. It can be a thing that is desired or a thing that is dreaded. Zechariah was silent but God had spoken. Copyright Dave Andrus 2023
Episode 351: Episode 351 : Thankful : Psalm 107:8
December 01, 2023 00:00 - 10 minutes - 6.95 MBOn the holiday of Thanksgiving, people do give thanks. What should we, how can we give thanks when bad or difficult things happen? A lesson I learned while having many eye surgeries. Copyright Dave Andrus 2023
Episode 350: Episode 350 : A stamp of validation : Ephesians 1:13-14
November 17, 2023 00:00 - 9 minutes - 6.82 MBTo visit someone in prison, many centers are now stamping on the visitor’s hand a validation stamp. It can be seen only under ultra violet light. What good is such a stamp? Copyright Dave Andrus 2023
Episode 349: Episode 349 : Peace : Matthew 5:9
November 06, 2023 00:00 - 11 minutes - 7.69 MBThroughout the world and at home there is fighting and violence. If all this stopped, we would have silence but would we have peace? How do we find and have peace? Copyright Dave Andrus 2023
Episode 348: Episode 348 : My dog teaches me about God : Isaiah 43:25
October 28, 2023 00:00 - 8 minutes - 5.62 MBIn that God created all things, we can see his imprint all over the place. When we hear his word, we then understand what we behold. And this is not about physical sight, but a lesson from a pet dog. Copyright Dave Andrus 2023
Episode 347: Episode 347 : Cowboy heroes : Mark 15:31-32
October 21, 2023 00:00 - 9 minutes - 6.62 MBCowboy westerns are in many ways a story about a hero. We like heroes and need them. Today’s podcast brings this idea in a special way. Copyright Dave Andrus 2023
Episode 346: Episode 346 : A cup of coffee : John 15:15
September 29, 2023 00:00 - 10 minutes - 7.3 MBA cup of coffee can be more than a drink to satisfy or stimulate. It can reflect friendship and a personal delight. Copyright Dave Andrus 2023
Episode 345: Episode 345 : Cheering us on : Hebrews 12:1
September 27, 2023 00:00 - 10 minutes - 7.28 MBWhen playing a sporting game like baseball, players can gain encouragement and energy from the fans that cheer them on. Life is not a game, yet we do have in life many who cheer us on. Listen and be encouraged! Copyright Dave Andrus 2023
Episode 340: Episode 340 : The insects of summer: Psalm 103: 3
September 21, 2023 00:00 - 8 minutes - 3.76 MBSummer brings many familiar things including insect bites. Some bites are more than a nuisance. Some require medicine to cure. The same is true with spiritual things and the soul. Copyright Dave Andrus 2023
Episode 344: Episode 344 : An oldy but goody : Psalm 119:105
September 12, 2023 00:00 - 8 minutes - 5.67 MBMost everyone has heard the song “What a friend we have in Jesus”. Its not only a favorite song but gives good advice. Listen and be comforted. Copyright Dave Andrus 2023
Episode 343: Episode 343 : Belonging : Galatians 3:28
August 28, 2023 19:17 - 7 minutes - 5.33 MBNo one wants to be excluded. We want to be included in the group, fun, or activity. Spiritually the same is true. The Bible speaks of exclusion, inclusion and belonging. Copyright Dave Andrus 2023
Episode 342: Episode 342 : Taking the plunge : Matthew 14:30-31
August 19, 2023 20:49 - 12 minutes - 8.25 MBWe may be doing exactly the right thing, what God wants us to do: Why then, does opposition come? And when opposition comes what should we do about it and with it? Copyright Dave Andrus 2023
Episode 341: Episode 341 : Sand Castles : Matthew 7:24-26
August 11, 2023 22:23 - 9 minutes - 4.44 MBSand castles can be fun to build and play with. An evening rain though destroys all that you did. Life can sometimes be like this. But it doesn’t have to be that way. Copyright Dave Andrus 2023
Episode 339: Episode 339 : The little word if : Romans 5:6
July 14, 2023 00:00 - 8 minutes - 5.99 MBOne of the most powerful words in the English language is the little word “if”. It sets up future options or is spoken when regret is experienced due to the present situation. As so often happens, another option is still possible.... Copyright Dave Andrus 2023
Episode 338: Episode 338 : My favorite : Exodus 19:5
June 25, 2023 00:00 - 8 minutes - 6.12 MBWe probably all have our favorite, preferred, or treasured items. We are sad when they are lost, broken or wear out. God also has a treasured possession. You might be surprised by it. Listen and enjoy. Copyright Dave Andrus 2023
Episode 337: Episode 337 : I never heard that before : Luke 10:25-37
June 14, 2023 00:00 - 11 minutes - 8.07 MBThere are some Bible verses we have heard many times and think we know what they mean. What a surprise to learn we might have had it wrong. Even more, when we hear the different explanation, it makes perfect sense. Listen and experience this today. Copyright Dave Andrus 2023
Episode 336: Episode 336 : By your side with a purpose : John 14:16
May 21, 2023 00:00 - 11 minutes - 7.67 MBA modern day parable. Having an injury doctors often provide treatment via a physical therapist. Where does this connect for us spiritually? Listen and find out. Copyright Dave Andrus 2023
Episode 335: Episode 335 : Home sweet home : John 14:1-3
May 10, 2023 00:00 - 8 minutes - 5.79 MBWhat will heaven be like? Did Jesus give us any ideas of what we might experience there? Listen and find out. Copyright Dave Andrus 2023
Episode 334: Episode 334 : Better than the railroads : 1 Peter 1:4
April 28, 2023 00:00 - 11 minutes - 7.57 MBHave you ever walked on a tour through a mansion of a railroad tycoon? There mansions are amazing. They were worth millions. And what if you were to inherit a railroad? Copyright Dave Andrus 2023
Episode 333: Episode 333 : Life Energy : John 20:22
April 16, 2023 00:00 - 12 minutes - 8.35 MBMany people have pets. Pets bring joy, fun and laughter. When a pet dies the body remains but the life energy is gone. Does this help us to understand what is life? Copyright Dave Andrus 2023
Episode 332: Episode 332 : No pain : Matthew 27:34
April 07, 2023 00:00 - 8 minutes - 5.78 MBPhysical pain is an interruption, bother and debilitating. Medicine can either relieve or mask the pain. Jesus refused this and chose the pain. But why? Copyright Dave Andrus 2023
Episode 331: Episode 331 : Plans and Interruptions : Romans 15:28
March 31, 2023 00:00 - 9 minutes - 6.69 MBThe Apostle Paul planned on going to Spain. It never happened. Instead, he was thrown into jail. So, was this a failed plan or not? Copyright Dave Andrus 2023
Episode 330: Episode 330 : Food and Hunger : Matthew 4:4
March 22, 2023 00:00 - 9 minutes - 6.78 MBFood is a good thing. We all need food in order to live. Sometimes though it can become distasteful. And what about refraining from eating food: is fasting helpful for anything? Copyright Dave Andrus 2023
Episode 329: Episode 329 : Life is a puzzle : Matthew 17:9
March 05, 2023 00:00 - 9 minutes - 6.26 MBJigsaw puzzles can be a huge challenge, especially if you are blind. One little piece has a fraction of the picture and many edges. How do they fit together? Life can be like that. Spiritually though we have help. Copyright Dave Andrus 2023
Episode 328: Episode 328 : Love at first sight : Romans 5:7-8
February 17, 2023 00:00 - 16 seconds - 5.87 MBOn Valentine’s Day we talk and emphasize love. We usually mean a love of and for a man and a woman. Can it really be an instant thing: love at first sight? Copyright Dave Andrus 2023
Episode 327: Episode 327 : New year’s resolution, part two : 2 Thessalonians 3:3
February 05, 2023 00:00 - 11 minutes - 7.63 MBHave you ever considered doing a spiritual new year’s resolution? Here are some helpful tips for doing so. Copyright Dave Andrus 2023
Episode 326: Episode 326 : New year’s resolution, part one : 2 Corinthians 5:17
January 31, 2023 00:00 - 8 minutes - 6.09 MBSome people do new year’s resolutions. some don’t do them. And most people don’t keep them. I’d like to suggest we consider spiritual new year’s resolutions. Copyright Dave Andrus 2023
Episode 325: Episode 325 : A new year : Psalm 37:24
January 21, 2023 00:00 - 10 minutes - 7.51 MBAt the beginning of a new year people often look back and look forward and then finally make resolutions. What if when you look back it was a bad year? What then? Copyright Dave Andrus 2023
Episode 324: Episode 324 : The meaning of the Mag i: Matthew 2:1-2
January 09, 2023 00:00 - 8 minutes - 6.14 MBOne of the stories at Christmas time is that of the Magi or wisemen from the east. Why is this part of the Christmas story? Is it important? Does it connect with us today? Copyright Dave Andrus 2023
Episode 323: Episode 323 : A Holiday story : Luke 1:3-4
December 22, 2022 00:00 - 8 minutes - 5.53 MBThe holidays bring many Christmas stories on TV. Most people enjoy them because they have a happy ending. A happy ending isn’t part of real-life story, is it? Copyright Dave Andrus 2022
Episode 322: Episode 322 : Walking in the winter wonder land of fog : 2 Timothy 4:17-18
December 09, 2022 00:00 - 8 minutes - 5.82 MBWhen a person thinks of December they often think of Christmas, holiday songs, winter and snow. Today’s December day was completely different. It also brought to mind accidents and safety. Copyright Dave Andrus 2022
Episode 321: Episode 321 : Read the signs of the time : Matthew 24:37-38
November 30, 2022 00:00 - 7 minutes - 5.43 MBChristmas is upon us. Music, lights, food, and so much more is all around us. Do we though, really know what this means? Copyright Dave Andrus 2022
Episode 320: Episode 320 : What can I give God : Philippians 2:4-5
November 23, 2022 00:00 - 7 minutes - 5.38 MBIn a very real sense we can give God nothing that he does not already have. God made all and holds all things. In another sense we can give God something. But what if you don’t have money; What can I give God then? Copyright Dave Andrus 2022
Episode 319: Episode 319 : Breathe in breathe out : 2 Timothy 3:16-17
November 11, 2022 00:00 - 9 minutes - 6.23 MBBreathing is something we do every day and every night. We usually don’t think about it until it becomes labored, disrupted, compromised or inhibited. Breath is life. Now connect this with something God does and we can begin to understand better how he works with us. Copyright Dave Andrus 2022
Episode 318: Episode 318 : Sports in the Bible : 2 Timothy 2:5
October 24, 2022 00:00 - 10 minutes - 6.9 MBDid you know that there are sports in the Bible? Not only is it mentioned but it helps us understand our standing in the game of life. Copyright Dave Andrus 2022
Episode 317: Episode 317 : Tragic, Really Tragic : John 3:17
October 11, 2022 00:00 - 9 minutes - 6.66 MBChildren dying in a fire is tragic. We will do just about anything to protect children and keep them safe from such a tragedy. Yet do we learn from them and the steps of protection given them for our spiritual lives? Copyright Dave Andrus 2022
Episode 316: Episode 316 : Surviving a storm : Matthew 7:24-27
October 04, 2022 00:00 - 6 minutes - 4.77 MBAt the publishing of this podcast hurricane Ian is destroying things as it goes over Florida. Other circumstances can impact and devastate lives just as much. Here is help in the storm. Copyright Dave Andrus 2022
Episode 315: Episode 315 : Connecting the dots : Philippians 1:12
September 16, 2022 00:00 - 8 minutes - 5.88 MBChildren often play “connect the dots.” All over the page are dots with numbers by each dot. You keep your pencil down drawing a line from dot to dot using the numbers. When done, the page of many dots is a picture. Is life like that? Copyright Dave Andrus 2022