You're not alone!
239 episodes - English - Latest episode: 8 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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Episode 217 : Wheat and weeds together : Matthew 13:24-30
July 18, 2019 00:00 - 9 minutes - 6.53 MBWhether it be a farm field or a city garden, weeds come up along with the desired crop. Weeds are unwanted plants that take up space and resources from the desired plants. Why not just pull up the weeds? Identifying weeds sometimes is hard. There is another natural option. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2019
Episode 216 : The bonds are broken : Luke 8:39
July 01, 2019 00:00 - 10 minutes - 7.38 MBBondage and lack of control are feared and not wanted. Independence and freedom are things we all want. physically things may not change, but spiritually they have and can change. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2019
Episode 215 : The problem of pride: Genesis 11:8
June 24, 2019 00:00 - 9 minutes - 6.24 MBPride has several aspects. Taking pride in one’s work is an acceptable type of pride. Wanting to be better than anyone else, at any cost is the deadly, dangerous, sinful type of pride. People forget or do not realize that this type of pride separates us from others. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2019
Episode 214 : Now you see me, now you don't : John 16:20
June 11, 2019 00:00 - 9 minutes - 6.57 MBParents play the game of “peek-a-boo” with babies. It helps babies learn that a parent is not gone when not seen. Did you know spiritually the same lesson needs be learned? Copyright, Dave Andrus 2019
Episode 213 : Standing Firm : 1 Corinthians 15:58
May 29, 2019 00:00 - 9 minutes - 6.39 MBChristians throughout the world face affliction and persecution. So did Paul, who wrote words of advice for us. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2019
Episode 212 : Blind dedication : Acts 9:17-18
May 19, 2019 00:00 - 11 minutes - 7.93 MBDoctors are able to remove cataracts that people might again physically see well. God removed Saul’s blindness that he might spiritually see well. Is there anything preventing you from seeing spiritually? Copyright, Dave Andrus 2019
Episode 211 : Daily blindness : John 21:7
May 10, 2019 00:00 - 9 minutes - 6.44 MBThere is a thing called night blindness. It prevents sighted people from seeing things at night or in dim light. Did you know there also is a blindness that prevents people from recognizing God at work in our lives? Copyright, Dave Andrus 2019
Episode 210 : Satisfying the hunger : John 6:27
May 01, 2019 00:00 - 12 minutes - 8.52 MBHaving hunger and satisfying it is part of being human. Basic food can nourish. Special foods can delight. But this holds true not just for the body but also the soul. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2019
Episode 209 : Out in the open : Luke 22:21
April 21, 2019 00:00 - 10 minutes - 7.01 MBMost of the time skin is smooth and one color. When it is injured through work or an accident, it can bleed, scab over, or discolor when bruised. These marks are there for others to see. Does the soul have marks or scars? Does it bruise or discolor? Copyright, Dave Andrus 2019
Episode 208 : Springtime beauty : 1 Peter 1:23-25
April 11, 2019 00:00 - 7 minutes - 4.99 MBWhen the snow melts; when the sun shines; when the temperature warms up; nature springs back to life. With this new life comes beauty. Besides enjoying this beauty, it can point us to spiritual life, which is similar and different, both at the same time. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2019
Episode 207 : The favored child : Luke 15:31
April 06, 2019 00:00 - 10 minutes - 6.97 MBWhen a family has more than one child, the parents’ job can be challenging. They love them all, but do the kids know this? Do the kids realize this? Do they understand this? And what if you are the child that gets more attention; what then? Copyright, Dave Andrus 2019
Episode 206 : Things that change : 2 Timothy 2:11-13
March 29, 2019 00:00 - 12 minutes - 8.46 MBThere are many things that have changed in the past 500 years. The mode of transportation and construction of homes are just a few of these changes. Some things appear to change but haven’t. Instead our perception or view has changed. Today’s episode looks at change and constancy. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2019
Episode 205 : When what you got ain't enough : Galatians 5:25
March 17, 2019 00:00 - 8 minutes - 5.84 MBThe African impala has amazing jumping abilities. And yet, there are certain situations this cannot help him escape. A similar thing can be said of human beings. We have many abilities and qualities. Yet in certain situations this is not enough. Listen to learn how each can escape. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2019
Episode 204 : Learning from a skunk and a dog : James 5:7-8
March 07, 2019 00:00 - 10 minutes - 7.08 MBFeeding time for my three dogs is very interesting to say the least. But just suppose you add in a skunk? I learned something from them this week. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2019
Episode 203 : Three little pigs and a drought : Romans 12:12
February 28, 2019 00:00 - 9 minutes - 6.22 MBTwo pigs ran to the third pig’s brick house for safety. What will the three little pigs do in an earthquake or foundation breaking drought? It may not be a wolf but lets face it, life happens. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2019
Episode 202 : Snow and garlic : Isaiah 1:18
February 11, 2019 00:00 - 13 minutes - 9.02 MBSnow is white, right? To those who do not see, snow is just cold messy and tough to walk in. So how do you describe the color white? Perhaps it can be done with the smell of garlic? Copyright, Dave Andrus 2019
Episode 201 : When you cannot pay : John 19:30
January 27, 2019 00:00 - 9 minutes - 6.67 MBWhen government services are halted, many people go without a paycheck. In turn this impacts still others. It’s a tough reality. Spiritually there is a similar tough reality. It was resolved in a very unique way. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2019
Episode 200 : Shoveling snow in the dark : Ephesians 6:7-8
January 15, 2019 00:00 - 9 minutes - 6.49 MBThere is a task or action that each person does not like to do. Often it can be avoided, but there comes a time when it just has to be done. I don’t like shoveling snow. Listen what helped me. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2019
Episode 199 : Clothes at Christmas : Colossians 3:12-14
January 02, 2019 00:00 - 9 minutes - 6.83 MBA common gift to give and receive at Christmas time is clothing. Clothing can keep a body warm. It also can give or create identity for a person. But what about spiritually? Is there any value or benefit? Copyright, Dave Andrus 2019
Episode 198 : Holiday lights : John 1:4-5
December 26, 2018 00:00 - 11 minutes - 7.6 MBHoliday lights on houses, in yards and throughout many public parks illuminate the dark night sky of winter. But how might the story they share connect with someone who is blind? Might the answer to this question be the reason the imagery of light is used so often in the Bible? It also might bring a new understanding to sight and blindness. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2018
Episode 197 : Who is St Lucy : Matthew 5:14
December 14, 2018 00:00 - 7 minutes - 4.99 MBJesus said: "You are the light of the world. A city on a hill cannot be hidden.” Lucy certainly let her light shine even as her eyes were gouged out. And so she became the Patron saint of the blind. Her story can help us as we live our lives. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2018
Episode 196 : Who is St. Nicholas anyway : Romans 12:9
December 07, 2018 00:00 - 7 minutes - 5.32 MBOn December 6 many people find candy in their shoe as they commemorate St. Nicholas day. But why and who is he? Is he more than a legend in a Christmas carol? Copyright, Dave Andrus 2018
Episode 195 : How to pray : 1 Timothy 1:2
December 03, 2018 00:00 - 9 minutes - 6.74 MBWe are told we should pray for people. We are asked to pray for people. Do we? Do we know how? Here is a simple yet good way to pray for people. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2018
Episode 194 : It's Thanksgiving but can you : Psalm 136:26
November 24, 2018 00:00 - 10 minutes - 6.99 MBIt’s hard to be thankful when life and the world seem to be closing in upon you. Should we do away with the holiday of Thanksgiving? Instead of that, how about we get to the root of why a person can be thankful. Then, even if things are bad, thankfulness, peace and hope will not be discarded. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2018
Episode 193 : Dogs socks and a surprise : 1 Thessalonians 5:4
November 13, 2018 00:00 - 10 minutes - 4.63 MBSurprises can be good. Surprises can be bad. Either way they come when we least expect them. And that’s why they are a surprise. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2018
Episode 192 : Dissolving discrimination : Galatians 5:6
November 03, 2018 00:00 - 14 minutes - 6.43 MBWhen a person becomes disabled, in any way, life becomes different. He or she, along with family and friends, need to learn the limitations and abilities he or she has. This can be challenging, discouraging, and frustrating. Today’s podcast shares such a situation and how it turned out well. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2018
Episode 191 : Putting together or falling apart : Mark 10:17-22
October 23, 2018 00:00 - 7 minutes - 3.57 MBMost people like putting things together. When things fall apart, in life, or with your life, frustration and discouragement comes. But life is not a jigsaw puzzle. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2018
Episode 190 : The struggle of sleep : Psalm 121:3
October 07, 2018 00:00 - 10 minutes - 4.67 MBWhen a person does not sleep well it impacts most every aspect of his or her life in a bad way. So what does the Bible say about sleep? Is there any hope or comfort to be found? Copyright, Dave Andrus 2018
Episode 189 : God likes laughter : Mark 9:23
September 27, 2018 00:00 - 8 minutes - 4.01 MBMost everyone likes a good joke. Does God like a good joke? Does God laugh? The answer is yes. Listen to here where and why. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2018
Episode 188 : Doing something well : Mark 7:37
September 16, 2018 00:00 - 13 minutes - 6.1 MBAll of us like to be good at something. It is especially satisfying when we are recognized for this. But what do we do when we are no longer good at this thing or are unable to do it? We can feel like we are tumbling down from the top of the hill. What then? Copyright, Dave Andrus 2018
Episode 187 : Reducing accidents : Psalm 34:7
September 03, 2018 00:00 - 8 minutes - 3.9 MBIt is when accidents happen that people get hurt; Car accidents, work accidents, cooking accidents. So to prevent accidents should we, can we eliminate cars, work cooking, or more? Not really. Instead of eliminating, might we add something? Copyright, Dave Andrus 2018
Episode 186 : The smells of childhood : Psalm 141:1-2
August 24, 2018 00:00 - 9 minutes - 4.26 MBThe smells of childhood can bring back many memories. These can be good or bad. Smells also have a connection to our relationship with God. This can and should be good. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2018
Episode 185 : Two parents two different ways : Galatians 5:25
August 08, 2018 00:00 - 10 minutes - 4.77 MBDid you ever think about how you were treated and disciplined by your parents? Then consider also how you were treated by them because of a physical disability. Did you realize this very well may reflect how you think about God? Today’s episode not only touches on this but also how God actually wants to relate to you. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2018
Episode 184 : Compassion in action : Mark 6:33-34
July 27, 2018 00:00 - 8 minutes - 4.03 MBCompassion is a human emotion felt when a person experiences another suffering. In today’s episode we hear how it can be more than an emotion and more than a response to other’s in suffering. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2018
Episode 183 : What a blind guy sees when he views fireworks : Psalm 150:1, 6
July 20, 2018 00:00 - 11 minutes - 5.04 MBJuly is filled with firework displays. The shapes, unique designs, along with their many colors are a beautiful sight against a black backdrop of a night sky. But what if you are blind; what then? Listen to find out what, this blind guy sees. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2018
Episode 182 : If not this then what : 1 Corinthians 10:12 and 16:13
July 08, 2018 00:00 - 9 minutes - 4.49 MBGood directions not only prohibit but then direct. It is not enough to merely say don’t do this or that. Equally important is saying what can and should be done. Today’s episode takes this one step farther. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2018
Episode 181 : How a candy bar helps at a funeral : 2 Corinthians 4:16-18
June 25, 2018 00:00 - 8 minutes - 3.83 MBHow do you explain life and death to a person who has limited understanding? It can be a challenge. Today’s episode shares how a candy bar did more than satisfy a sweet tooth. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2018
Episode 180 : Surprising a sighted person : 2 Corinthians 4:4, 6
June 18, 2018 00:00 - 13 minutes - 5.95 MBWhat comes to mind when you hear of light coming to a dark room? If blind you might not appreciate this imagery. After today’s episode, I hope you can enjoy it and perhaps even laugh with me. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2018
Episode 179 : Giving thanks for the small things : Matthew 14:19-20
June 08, 2018 00:00 - 10 minutes - 4.94 MBThere are so many things in life that are part of life. Many of these things are very small and can go unnoticed. Can you name some of them? There is one other element that can make a world of difference if it is part of life. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2018
Episode 178 : Foundations part two : 1 Cor. 3:14
June 01, 2018 00:00 - 9 minutes - 4.4 MBSo the floors slope; the walls all have cracks; the basement foundation leaks water. Is that so bad? And does it really matter if this happens and you are blind? Copyright, Dave Andrus 2018
Episode 177 : Something small can be something big : 1 Cor. 3:13
May 25, 2018 00:00 - 10 minutes - 4.74 MBWe never want to believe it can happen to us, when in fact it probably will. It is beneficial to take a look at the cracks in the wall to see if there is more going on. This is true in daily life as well as our spiritual life. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2018
Episode 176 : A hero of the faith : 2 Cor. 4:16-17
May 11, 2018 00:00 - 6 minutes - 2.9 MBI have known Ron for at least 30 years. He was the Chaplin in the nursing home where my grandmother resided. Today Ron is in a nursing home himself, debilitated by Parkinson’s disease and now blind. Ron is not only a friend but a hero to me. Listen and find out why. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2018
Episode 175 : Remembering no matter what : Psalms 105:5-9
May 04, 2018 00:00 - 9 minutes - 4.25 MBRemembering something can be easy but sometimes can be hard. Aging can affect this along with going blind. Even so, there is one thing we can always count on, whether we remember it or not. Listen and find out. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2018
Episode 174 : Sneaking up on a blind person : John 20:20
April 15, 2018 00:00 - 10 minutes - 4.89 MBIt’s quite a shock to the system when surprised by a person you did not know was in the room. What a relief it is when ... listen to learn how the relief and peace can come. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2018
Episode 173 : Does Easter change anything? : Matthew 7:7
April 06, 2018 00:00 - 6 minutes - 2.91 MBChurches make a lot of the day of Easter. There are special songs, sermons and activities. Once that is all done, and the routines and ruts of life return, does it make a difference? Some say no and some say yes. Listen and see if you agree. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2018
Episode 172 : The struggle for power and control : Luke 22:63-65
March 31, 2018 00:00 - 10 minutes - 4.8 MBPart of being a human being is the ability to make choices and decisions for oneself. Take this away and a person feels powerless and at times gives up the desire to live. Today's episode provides help and returns some control for the powerless. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2018
Episode 168 : Kids say the funniest things : 2 Corinthians 12:7-9
March 19, 2018 00:00 - 9 minutes - 4.4 MBWhen you ask a 6 year old for their opinion, their answer can be surprising. I suppose this is because their viewpoint often is uncluttered and simple. And this can make it profound! Copyright, Dave Andrus 2018
Episode 170 : Snakes, fish and trophies : Numbers 21:4-9
March 16, 2018 00:00 - 10 minutes - 4.63 MBThe dislike of snakes is almost universal. There are many reasons for this dislike. A painful bite, and deathly poison are just two of the reasons. But what does that have to do with fish and trophies? Listen and find out. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2018
Episode 169 : Spring brings a time change : 2 Corinthians 6:2
March 08, 2018 00:00 - 8 minutes - 4.01 MBWith the coming of spring we change the time. We move the clocks ahead one hour. Does this mean we lose an hour? Do you have a lot of time or no time for things and people? What is time anyway? Copyright, Dave Andrus 2018
Episode 167 : Better than a slogan : James 5:16
February 20, 2018 00:00 - 7 minutes - 3.44 MBIt is true that Christians have had slogans, tag-lines and jewelry which can identify who they are. Even so, Christians have had still something more and something better that marks them as a follower of Jesus. Listen, and try it out. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2018