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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 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
Episode 166 : A simple spiritual slogan : 1 John 4:14-15
February 10, 2018 00:00 - 8 minutes - 3.74 MBMarketers use slogans or catchy phrases to help us remember. There are some very familiar insurance company taglines on television and radio. So do Christians have any such slogan or tagline? Copyright, Dave Andrus 2018
Episode 165 : A trip back to Africa : Mark 1:27
February 01, 2018 00:00 - 9 minutes - 4.38 MBIn our scientific mathematic world we don't always give consideration to things beyond our five senses. And when we come in contact with more, we don't always know what to do, say or think. A trip to Africa brought home many answers. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2018
Episode 164 : Not luck fate or talent : Matthew 13:13
January 22, 2018 00:00 - 12 minutes - 5.78 MBAn outstanding play in a sports game. Winning the tenth time in a row when playing a board game. When these things happen we like to think it was luck fate or talent. And when it comes to games, perhaps. Yet when it comes to life, not so. Listen and find out. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2018
Episode 163: Water water water everywhere : Mark 1:9
January 14, 2018 00:00 - 9 minutes - 4.53 MB7/8th of earth’s surface is water. Over 90% of the human body is water. Plants need it. Animals need it. Humans need it. God uses it in wonderful ways to show us his displeasure and love. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2018
Episode 162 : A new year brings what? : Romans 8:35-39
January 03, 2018 00:00 - 14 minutes - 6.68 MBA new year can bring many responses: Hope for new beginnings. Relief the old is over. Frustration the same will continue. Fear of what changes will come. Over all this however there is one more possibility. Listen and find out. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2018
Episode 161 : Fighting the spiritual virus : Ephesians 6:13
December 16, 2017 00:00 - 8 minutes - 4.01 MBBacteria and viruses attack the body. As the body fights back a battle goes on within. The same is true spiritually. When this happens what can and should a person do? Copyright, Dave Andrus 2017
Episode 160 : Put on the light : Romans 13:12
December 07, 2017 18:09 - 9 minutes - 12.4 MBThe long dark cold winter nights of the northern hemisphere act as the backdrop for the celebration of Christmas. The many lights not only brighten rooms and the Christmas tree but the souls of believers. Lights remind us that Christ is the light of the world. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2017
Episode 159 : Thanks is part of the relationship : Colossians 1:12
December 01, 2017 00:00 - 7 minutes - 3.26 MBWe set a day aside to give thanks. Should we be doing it more than just one day, and why? When someone is thanked, what does it do for you, for them? Copyright, Dave Andrus 2017
Episode 158 : A day of thanksgiving : Psalm 118:1
November 23, 2017 00:00 - 5 minutes - 2.66 MBThe fourth Thursday in November in the United States is the national holiday of Thanksgiving. Long before it was a holiday it has been part of the life of a person who believes in God. So what are you thankful for? Copyright, Dave Andrus 2017
Episode 157 : Healing sometimes hurts : 1 Peter 2:24
November 15, 2017 00:00 - 9 minutes - 4.55 MBGetting a sliver under your skin can hurt. If it does not come out it usually becomes infected and it will hurt even more. Spiritually, the sliver in the soul is sin. Whether the skin or our soul, it has to come out. If not, the damage is permanent. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2017
Episode 156 : A gathering place to worship God : John 4:23
November 10, 2017 00:00 - 8 minutes - 3.97 MBOnce again a place that usually means peace was riddled with bullets. People were killed when gathered together to worship God. What does God say about this? Copyright, Dave Andrus 2017
Episode 155: Opportunities are all around us : Colossians 4:5
November 03, 2017 00:00 - 8 minutes - 3.76 MBIs the cup half full or half empty? Mothers often say this. With a disability it’s easy to point to what you do not have, and what you cannot do. Even so everyone has limitations. Everyone has opportunities. Spiritually this holds true as well. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2017
Episode 154 : The troubles of travel : John 14:6
October 29, 2017 00:00 - 11 minutes - 5.08 MBAs many people pointed out, a compass is only one element needed when traveling. Whether walking, riding a bus or driving a car, each require certain items. Each can relate to our spiritual life. And there is one more to add to make the picture complete, the song dynamic, or the meal complete. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2017
Episode 153 : Which way to go without a compass : Colossians 3:1
October 20, 2017 00:00 - 6 minutes - 3.1 MBYears ago sailors used stars to keep them on course. That worked unless it was a cloudy night. The compass has made it possible for sailors, or any traveler to know in what direction they are going. And how about spiritually? How do we find direction? Copyright, Dave Andrus 2017
Episode 152 : Taking out the garbage : Philippians 3:8
October 12, 2017 00:00 - 8 minutes - 3.92 MBIn England it is rubbish. Here in the United States it’s garbage. No matter what you call it, a common chore in every house is taking out the useless leftover stuff. And did you know this plays an important part of Paul’s thinking in the Bible? Copyright, Dave Andrus 2017
Episode 151 : Have you met a king : Matthew 27:37
October 05, 2017 00:00 - 10 minutes - 4.86 MBThe people of the western world have not known a king. In fact, the United States was formed to throw off the control of a king. Yet the Bible and many Christian hymns speak of Jesus as King. Today’s podcast looks at this topic and how a king benefits us. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2017
Episode 150 : You got the wrong guy the wrong gal : Matthew 18:23-34
September 22, 2017 00:00 - 8 minutes - 3.81 MBI should think we all have had the situation that upon hearing something it was easy to conclude; it’s not for me. Or, it doesn’t apply to me. Or, you got the wrong guy or gal. That was my first thought too. But on second thought... Copyright, Dave Andrus 2017
Episode 149 : Disabled people and disasters : Matthew 16:25
September 13, 2017 00:00 - 11 minutes - 5.19 MBPeople who have a major disability, faced disaster in their own life. Is this similar or different than the loss and devistation that a natural disaster brings? And how does a person respond to disasters? Copyright, Dave Andrus 2017
Episode 148 : Total eclipse of the heart : Proverbs 23:17
September 01, 2017 00:00 - 6 minutes - 2.74 MBThe human heart is considered the driving force of a human; the will intellect, thought and emotions. Because of this it makes a difference on what it desires. So what controls what a person desires? Copyright, Dave Andrus 2017
Episode 147 : Different look at the eclipse : Acts 2 19-22
August 18, 2017 00:00 - 9 minutes - 4.47 MBThe last total eclipse of the sun over the United States took place over 400 years ago. It brings many amazing sights to see. Being blind, you can also feel its effects. And spiritually it can have meaning too. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2017
Episode 146 : Fresh bread and a blessing : Matthew 14:19
August 15, 2017 00:00 - 9 minutes - 4.28 MBThe smell of fresh bread for most people is an enjoyable and delightful smell. Tasting the fresh bread when hungry, is even more satisfying than the smell. A loaf of bread is, still even more, when God is involved. Listen and enjoy. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2017
Episode 145 : Finding hidden treasure : Matthew 13:44
August 06, 2017 00:00 - 11 minutes - 5.18 MBMost every kid’s dream is to find hidden treasure. Funny thing is when that kid grows up; the treasure often isn’t so valuable anymore. Why might that be? Did the kid change or the treasure? Copyright, Dave Andrus 2017
Episode 144 : Gentleness : 1 Peter 3:15
July 28, 2017 00:00 - 7 minutes - 3.34 MBThere is a fine line between being independent and letting other people do something for you. This past week I learned that line is called gentleness. And what a surprise! Copyright, Dave Andrus 2017
Episode 143 : A Parable about Ground : Matthew 13:1-8
July 21, 2017 00:00 - 9 minutes - 4.17 MBWhen an airplane is grounded it’s usually not good. When a person is grounded its usually good. Coffee grounds are needed to make a cup of that hot drink. And a parable from life gives more meaning to the type of ground that can grow a plant; or faith. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2017
Episode 142 : Whose day will you make? : Matthew 11:28
July 13, 2017 00:00 - 8 minutes - 3.86 MBIt is part of our make-up as a human being to help another person. Trouble is, many times we don’t know how. Trouble is, for those who have very few earthly resources, we don’t know how. Not that this is an answer to all our troubles, God gives us a way in Jesus that we can be of help to people, no matter what. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2017
Episode 141 : Holidays and family : Matthew 10:34-37
July 07, 2017 00:00 - 8 minutes - 3.94 MBHave you ever noticed that whatever the holiday it usually involves food and family? Family is good. Is there ever a time family takes too high of a place or priority? Copyright, Dave Andrus 2017
Episode 140 : The business of pricing Matthew : 10:31
June 30, 2017 00:00 - 9 minutes - 4.11 MBWhen a person goes shopping he or she may compare prices between the various brands. A person will pay more or less depending how he or she values each item. When a person decides that he or she really needs the item, the price of the item doesn’t really matter at all. So it is with the bird out your kitchen window. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2017
Episode 139 : A meaningful list : Matthew 10:2-4
June 22, 2017 00:00 - 7 minutes - 3.44 MBPeople make lists to help them. A list of things for which to shop, chores to do, people to call. Lists of names in the Bible are also found. Did you know that these lists are helpful to us? Listen and find out. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2017
Episode 138: What’s in a name? : Matthew 28:20
June 16, 2017 00:00 - 9 minutes - 4.28 MBA name is important not only to identify a person but is important to the person being identified. And there is still more than that! Do you know what else a name can do or be? Copyright, Dave Andrus 2017
Episode 137 : Plugged into the power : Acts 2:14
June 08, 2017 00:00 - 8 minutes - 3.93 MBThe first Pentecost day the disciples received power from on high. This power moved them into the streets to boldly speak. Do we miss what this power is doing today in our lives? Copyright, Dave Andrus 2017
Episode 136 : Object permanence and Faith : John 14:18
May 28, 2017 00:00 - 7 minutes - 3.52 MBWhen a parent plays peek-a-boo with an infant, there’s a moment of fear when the parent’s face is hidden. Is this what an orphan experiences their whole life long? What if you can’t see God? Copyright, Dave Andrus 2017
Episode 135 : A house is more than a dwelling : John 14:1-7
May 18, 2017 00:00 - 10 minutes - 4.93 MBReality TV gives a glimpse of many types, sizes and kinds of houses. This can be fun but it can also be depressing. Today’s podcast gives still another view of housing. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2017
Episode 134 : Dogs and sheep in the Bible : John 10:4
May 11, 2017 00:00 - 9 minutes - 4.29 MBJesus said that he is the good shepherd and we are his sheep. Lots of people have dogs. Using this picture, could he be the good dog keeper? Copyright, Dave Andrus 2017
Episode 133 : Heart recognition : Luke 24:13-35
May 04, 2017 00:00 - 8 minutes - 3.94 MBThe Bible does use the language of sight and blindness. In today’s episode we get some Godly definition of what these words mean and do not mean. It relates to the heart of the matter. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2017
Episode 132 : When the world comes crashing down : John 20:27-29
April 30, 2017 00:00 - 8 minutes - 4.07 MBWe all have had bad days. Many people have had really bad days. And a few people have had a day when the world comes crashing down around them. Here’s a way to survive. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2017
Episode 131 : A folded napkin : John 20:6-7
April 21, 2017 00:00 - 9 minutes - 4.27 MBThere are several key facts that cannot be denied when one considers Jesus’ death. There are also several items that sometimes are overlooked regarding the circumstances that followed. One item connects with us today at most every meal. Listen and find out.
Episode 130 : A plate of barbecued spare ribs : Ezekiel 37:11
April 09, 2017 00:00 - 9 minutes - 4.5 MBIn the Old Testament we read how God took Ezekiel into a valley of dry bones to make a point. How surprising when the point is still true today, re-enforced at supper.
Episode 129 : The work of God : John 9:3
March 30, 2017 00:00 - 11 minutes - 5.2 MBRoutines, patterns and familiarity are a part of life. It actually can be hard to do differently. When a person can, as they say, “think outside the box”, new ideas and things are formed and made. It's true for spiritual things as well. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2017
Episode 128 : The hammer and the nail : Romans 5:3-5
March 24, 2017 00:00 - 5 minutes - 2.58 MBWhat do allergies and a carpenter’s nail have in common? More than you might think. Listen to find out. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2017