You're not alone!
241 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 month 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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Episode 268: Episode 268 : The Christmas star reappears : Matthew 2:2
December 20, 2020 00:00 - 8 minutes - 5.53 MBWhat was the Christmas star? We are not completely sure. Could it be what we will see in the night sky December 21, 2020? If so, what does it mean? Copyright, Dave Andrus 2020
Episode 267: Episode 267 : Helen Keller on not being alone : 1 Corinthians 1:3-5
December 16, 2020 00:00 - 8 minutes - 3.8 MBHaving been deaf and blind, Helen Keller faced many challenges and obstacles in life. She not only overcame them but had deep insight about life. We look at a few items Keller wrote. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2020
Episode 266: Episode 266 : The faded leaves of fall : Isaiah 64:6
November 29, 2020 00:00 - 7 minutes - 4.88 MBIn the fall, after the leaves turn color, they fall off the tree and the colors fade. They are swept up and disposed of or the wind blows them away. Is this a picture of life? Copyright, Dave Andrus 2020
Episode 265: Episode 265 : Push Button Phones : Ephesians 5:19-20
November 24, 2020 00:00 - 8 minutes - 5.75 MBThe invention of the phone made it possible for people to communicate with others who were separated by distances. Many types of phones preceded the phone that today, we carry in our pocket. Today’s podcast looks at this and how we communicate with God. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2020
Episode 264 : Appreciating something special: Psalm 145:15-16
November 18, 2020 00:00 - 9 minutes - 6.64 MBMost everyone appreciates a gift or special moment. What if life seemingly has no gift or special moments? Are you unappreciative? How might a person appreciate life when it’s the same old thing, day after day ? Copyright, Dave Andrus 2020
Episode 263 : A windy Day : Ephesians 4:14-15
November 05, 2020 00:00 - 9 minutes - 6.27 MBThe wind blows strong on a fall day. It can blow strong enough to take a cap off a person’s head or make waves so large it can overturn a boat on a lake. The Bible uses this picture to help us spiritually. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2020
Episode 262 : Internal GPS : Psalm 86:11
October 29, 2020 00:00 - 9 minutes - 6.29 MBGlobal positioning systems are very helpful to find stores or houses when you do not know where they are. Many people who are blind have an internal GPS, helping them move around in their homes, businesses or even neighborhoods. But what if the internal GPS is off or not working? How about spiritually, what is your GPS? Copyright, Dave Andrus 2020
Episode 261 : When things are not fair : Matthew 20:15
October 11, 2020 00:00 - 9 minutes - 6.67 MBJesus told a parable in which workers were given equal pay for unequal work. So, what is the point behind the twist when things are not fair? Copyright, Dave Andrus 2020
Episode 260 : When the move is over : Psalm 77:11
October 01, 2020 00:00 - 10 minutes - 7.12 MBWhen the moving truck drives away and all your stuff is in the new place there is still a lot more to do before life returns to normal. Normal life contains routines, patterns and familiarity. We may have this with furniture placement and activities but do we have this spiritually? Copyright, Dave Andrus 2020
Episode 259 : All that stuff : Psalm 118:1
September 16, 2020 00:00 - 9 minutes - 6.44 MBSome people have a lot of stuff. Some people have very little. Some people want more stuff. Some people don’t let go of what they have. When you pack your stuff to move you think about stuff and can learn what God thinks of stuff. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2020
Episode 258 : Moving again : Luke 1:38
September 08, 2020 00:00 - 11 minutes - 7.81 MBWhen you look in the Bible you will find that God’s people moved a lot. Sometime it was planned and many times it was not planned. As people of faith we can say, “Let it be to me according to your word.” Copyright, Dave Andrus 2020
Episode 257 : Two kingdoms : Colossians 1:13
August 28, 2020 00:00 - 7 minutes - 5.29 MBElection politics and advertisement has begun. Its part of a democracy. What was it like in a kingdom? Copyright, Dave Andrus 2020
Episode 256 : Secure and valuable : 1 Peter 1:3-4
August 21, 2020 00:00 - 7 minutes - 4.94 MBIt sure would be something to receive a letter informing you that you just inherited a multi-billion-dollar company. You are rich. It would be terrible however to receive another letter the next week informing you that the company is bankrupt and owes creditors and past taxes. You are worse than poor. This will not happen with God. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2020
Episode 255 : Broken to be whole : Psalm 51:17
August 10, 2020 00:00 - 7 minutes - 5.09 MBWild horses may be beautiful to see run. Yet, their freedom comes at a cost. A tame horse has great value. So it is with humans and their spirit. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2020
Episode 254 : Best glue ever : Romans 8:35
July 29, 2020 00:00 - 8 minutes - 5.96 MBThere are a lot of glues on the market. They are designed to bond things together so they will not separate. Is there a glue for people or God? Copyright, Dave Andrus 2020
Episode 253 : For want of a nail : John 6:9
July 23, 2020 00:00 - 8 minutes - 6.08 MBWe all do a multitude of actions every day. Discouragement comes when our desired goal is impossible to reach or when we think our actions have no effect in reaching the goal. When we are so discouraged, we want to give up. God has another way. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2020
Episode 252 : A Christian’s dilemma : 1 Timothy 2:4
July 10, 2020 00:00 - 7 minutes - 5.45 MBChristians have struggled throughout the centuries of what to do when they encounter a government that is acting counter to God’s basic commandments. Why would a just God even permit this? Today’s podcast responds to this question which was asked by a listener. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2020
Episode 251 : Not one day but every day : Matthew 10:31
June 28, 2020 00:00 - 10 minutes - 6.87 MBWe celebrate events and special people one day a year. We call them holidays. Birds sing every day of the year. We come to expect this. What’s the point? Listen and find out. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2020
Episode 250 : Do not give up : Galatians 6:9
June 19, 2020 00:00 - 10 minutes - 7.48 MBWith the covid-19 shelter in place regulations contact with people is non-existent. With no interaction, no activities, it’s easy to get discouraged. So, what does a person do? Copyright, Dave Andrus 2020
Episode 249 : What makes life good part 2 : Ecclesiastes 1:2
June 07, 2020 00:00 - 6 minutes - 4.7 MBIf you know anything about dogs, they need more than food water and shelter to be fully happy. They need a good master. Are we any different as humans? Listen and ponder the possibilities. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2020
Episode 248 : What makes life good part 1 : James 1:17
May 22, 2020 00:00 - 7 minutes - 5.19 MBWhen a person has a special skill or ability and it is used, this can bring satisfaction and purpose in life. When that skill or ability is removed and no longer present, it brings many questions to mind. Listen and ponder the possibilities. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2020
Episode 247 : Many different levels : Galatians 5:6
May 12, 2020 00:00 - 10 minutes - 7.43 MBA Pear tree in spring is covered with beautiful, white flowers. Those flowers however do not smell good. Life can be that way also. On one level something is good, but on another level it is bad. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2020
Episode 246 : Always ready to listen : Acts 4:29
April 30, 2020 00:00 - 6 minutes - 4.56 MBPrayer is spoken of throughout the Bible. The first disciples prayed a lot. So what did they pray? How did they pray? Copyright, Dave Andrus 2020
Episode 245 : Delight yourself in the Lord : Psalm 37:4
April 22, 2020 00:00 - 11 minutes - 7.92 MBPrayer is spoken of throughout the Bible. If prayer is conversation with God, what do we say? How shall we say it? What is the first lesson to learn about prayer? Copyright, Dave Andrus 2020
Episode 244 : Something you don’t often see : Matthew 21:12-13
April 10, 2020 00:00 - 10 minutes - 7.01 MBMost people’s actions and activities are predictable. This is because a person’s personality guides or governs his or her life. Therefore when a person does or says something out of character, it is obvious and noticed. Today’s podcast considers a time Jesus acted differently and why. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2020
Episode 243 : Random thoughts about the corona virus : Romans 5:17
April 02, 2020 00:00 - 10 minutes - 7.17 MBThe corona virus has infected much of the world today. To date, there is no cure or vaccine. A vaccine and cure is available for the heart of mankind. Listen in and consider. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2020
Episode 242 : I am talking to you : John 9:1-7
March 27, 2020 00:00 - 11 minutes - 7.58 MBWhen in a crowd, people who are blind are not always sure who is talking to whom. So how does a person who is blind know a question or comment is for him or her? Today’s episode looks at this and also dispels a reason for blindness. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2020
Episode 241 : When things are not good : Exodus 17:6
March 20, 2020 00:00 - 9 minutes - 6.84 MBWe all have had days when things aren’t going well or turn out good. What then will we do? Copyright, Dave Andrus 2020
Episode 240 : The virus going viral : Mark 1:40-42
March 11, 2020 00:00 - 7 minutes - 5.29 MBThe corona virus has people concerned. People are quarantined to limit its spread to others. Others are isolating themselves to try and prevent contact. The result is people feeling isolated and alone. Listen for a bit of help. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2020
Episode 239 : Accepting my son’s invitation : Phil 1:13
March 02, 2020 00:00 - 6 minutes - 4.18 MBWhen Paul the Apostle was arrested and imprisoned many viewed this as bad news. Paul however did not. Listen to a similar situation in today’s podcast. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2020
Episode 238 : Many uses of salt : Matthew 5:13
February 19, 2020 00:00 - 9 minutes - 6.6 MBSalt has many uses and many properties. It can save a life or destroy it. Today’s episode considers Jesus’ words “You are the salt of the earth.” Copyright, Dave Andrus 2020
Episode 237 : Best investment we ever made :2 Corinthians 8:1-2
February 17, 2020 00:00 - 7 minutes - 5.41 MBRobert, who is blind, and his wife Lily, found themselves wondering if God would ever use them again in his service. An act of love and kindness given at a restaurant showed them God is always using his children to share and show the Gospel. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2020
Episode 236 : Debit or credit : Galatians 4:27
February 08, 2020 00:00 - 9 minutes - 6.85 MBCredit cards and debit cards make shopping much easier. A person does not have to carry money which can be lost or stolen. Even so thieves have found ways to take funds from debit cards. With this, a spiritual lesson can be learned. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2020
Episode 235 : Cory story : John 1:41-42
January 30, 2020 00:00 - 10 minutes - 7.22 MBI like to visit with older people as I can learn from them and their lives. Cory is 92 years old, blind and in a wheel chair. Join me and hear how life is not over for Cory but still has purpose.. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2020
Episode 234 : Noise and silence - part two : Luke 2:49
January 18, 2020 00:00 - 9 minutes - 6.53 MBSome people say they experience God on a river bank or on a walk through the woods. Certainly God is present there but rather silent. Yet if one wants to know anything more than God is powerful and creative, one needs look elsewhere. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2020
Episode 233 : Noise and silence - part one : Psalm 100
January 08, 2020 00:00 - 9 minutes - 6.26 MBMany people welcome in the New Year with the noise and lights of fireworks. Others prefer to enter the New Year with silence. On a spiritual note, where is God found; in the noise or in the silence? Copyright, Dave Andrus 2020
Episode 233 : Noise and silence part one : Psalm 100
January 08, 2020 00:00 - 9 minutes - 6.26 MBMany people welcome in the New Year with the noise and lights of fireworks. Others prefer to enter the New Year with silence. On a spiritual note, where is God found; in the noise or in the silence? Copyright, Dave Andrus 2020
Episode 232 : What is special about Christmas : Galatians 4:4
December 24, 2019 00:00 - 8 minutes - 5.76 MBAt this time of year, we hear and say Merry Christmas. Is it merry? What if life is miserable? What is so special that Christmas is commemorated and celebrated every year? Listen and have hope. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2019
Episode 231 : Tree stumps and lifeless roots : Isaiah 11:1
December 13, 2019 00:00 - 9 minutes - 6.76 MBWhen a tree is cut down a stump and its roots may remain. The shade of the tree and its fruit, nuts and leaves no longer exist. It would take a miracle for it to produce these again. Christmas gives us hope for miracles. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2019
Episode 230 : Christmas holiday Conversations : Colossians 4:5-6
December 08, 2019 00:00 - 7 minutes - 5.23 MBIt can be easy to be frustrated with how commercialized Christmas has become. Instead of grumbling about this, how might it become a starting point for a conversation to share the real meaning of the holiday? Copyright, Dave Andrus 2019
Episode 229 : When being thankful is hard : Philippians 4:8
December 01, 2019 00:00 - 12 minutes - 8.29 MBAt the Thanksgiving holiday we are encouraged to give thanks to God. When a person has plenty and is comfortable, it is easy to give thanks. How does a person give thanks when things are bad and difficult? Today’s episode looks at a suggestion of Paul the apostle. Paul gave his thanks and suggestion from a prison. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2019
Episode 228 : Walking with a limp : Genesis 32:26
November 11, 2019 00:00 - 12 minutes - 8.35 MBMany people have trouble with hips and knees. Sometimes it leads to surgery. Once a person has this issue, pain, discomfort and a limp remain for life. Did you know there is a Bible story about a bad hip and a limp? Copyright, Dave Andrus 2019
Episode 227 : Losing your voice makes you think : Psalm 139:23-24
November 03, 2019 00:00 - 9 minutes - 6.53 MBUntil you lose your voice you don’t realize how much you use it. And when you lose it all you can do is listen and think. So who do you listen to and what do you think about? Copyright, Dave Andrus 2019
Episode 226 : Doing the one thing : Philippians 3:13-14
October 24, 2019 00:00 - 9 minutes - 6.77 MBMany small towns in rural America have volunteer fire departments. The dedication and effort of these volunteers is outstanding. Not only do they fight fires to save buildings and people but they raise funds by serving a wonderful pancake breakfast .As Christians we might learn something from these organizations. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2019
Episode 225 : Snatched from the jaws of death : John 5:24
October 09, 2019 00:00 - 10 minutes - 7.15 MBYears ago, death was a daily concern. A cut or poke or blister on the skin was an opening that could introduce bacteria to the body. This was almost always, certain death. Thanks to antibiotics most infections are destroyed before they can destroy the body. A similar situation happens to us spiritually. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2019
Episode 224 : A confusing parable : Luke 16:1-9
September 30, 2019 00:00 - 13 minutes - 9.48 MBJesus told parables to help us understand heavenly things. It’s an earthly story that ends with a twist. Today’s parable however is complicated. It’s about a dishonest manager. Listen and unpack its meaning. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2019
Episode 223 : To where does a doggy door open : 1 Timothy 4:8-9
September 22, 2019 00:00 - 9 minutes - 6.7 MBIf you ever possessed a dog you know they can be trained to do many things. That’s what my new doggy door taught me. Dogs can be taught but how about humans? Copyright, Dave Andrus 2019
Episode 222 : Narrow doorways can be tricky : Luke 13:23-24
September 07, 2019 00:00 - 9 minutes - 6.74 MBThe Bible says God loved the world and wants to save people. It also states that the door to heaven and salvation is a narrow door. So how do we put these things together to make sense? Listen and consider. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2019
Episode 221 : What do you see in the mirror : James 1:23-25
August 29, 2019 00:00 - 11 minutes - 7.61 MBMirrors are a helpful tool to see your face. What do you see in the mirror when you are blind? What do other people see? Do you see the same thing? Copyright, Dave Andrus 2019
Episode 220 : A walk and cleaning the kitchen : Ephesians 1:4-5
August 15, 2019 00:00 - 9 minutes - 6.8 MBThere are some things that are easy to do and other things that are difficult. Being blind presents certain limitations. It also can bring out some advantages. Does this relate or reflect to our walk with God? Listen and find out. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2019