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  • March 21st, 26: Joshua 9-11; 1 Corinthians 6; Daily Bible in a Year

    March 21st, 26: Joshua 9-11; 1 Corinthians 6; Daily Bible in a Year
    Mar 21 2026
    Click here for the DRB Daily Sign Up form! TODAY'S SCRIPTURE: Joshua 9-11; 1 Corinthians 6Click HERE to give! One Year Bible Podcast: Join Hunter and Heather Barnes on the Daily Radio Bible, a daily Bible‑in‑a‑year podcast with 20‑minute Scripture readings, Christ‑centered devotion, and guided prayer.This daily Bible reading and devotional invites you to live as a citizen of Jesus' kingdom, reconciled, renewed, and deeply loved. TODAY'S EPISODE: Welcome to the March 21st, 2026 episode of Daily Radio Bible. In today's journey, Hunter invites us into an honest and transformative exploration of Joshua chapters 9 to 11 and 1 Corinthians 6. Together, we witness the shrewd faith of the Gibeonites, who, like Rahab, chose the path of wisdom rooted in faith rather than power—a theme that resonates with the everyday choices we face in our walk with God. Hunter draws connections between ancient battles and modern spiritual struggles, encouraging us to embrace a "shrewd faith" that relinquishes our insistence on having our own way for the sake of peace and deeper relationships. As always, the episode wraps with meaningful prayers, reflections, and a reminder of God's abiding love. Tune in for spiritual guidance, encouragement, and practical wisdom as you continue your daily walk through scripture. TODAY'S DEVOTION: Shrewd faith that seeks deliverance. The story of the Gibeonites reminds us that sometimes faith can look a whole lot like shrewdness. Much like Rahab, the Gibeonites saw what God was doing among his people. They recognized that the Lord, the God of Israel, was the God of deliverance. They didn't trust in their own power, alliances, or might. Instead, they sought to make peace with God—even using cunning and deception—because they feared him and believed his promises. Their shrewdness, though rooted in deceit, was ultimately an act of faith. It was their confidence in God's purposes that moved them to take action. The Gibeonites understood that deliverance did not come from holding tightly to their own ways or insisting on their own terms, but rather by aligning themselves with what God was doing. Even when their wisdom didn't look entirely "respectable," it led to their rescue and inclusion in the story of God's people. Jesus himself spoke of the value of shrewdness in the parable of the shrewd manager—commending the ability to let go, to give away, to not hold onto our own rights but instead to seek life and deliverance, even in unexpected ways. True faith often requires a willingness to let go and give up what we might otherwise cling to. Paul carries this same theme into his words for the Corinthians: Why not just accept the injustice and let yourself be cheated, rather than insist on your own way? Sometimes, faith means releasing our grip, letting go of our insistence, and making peace—in our relationships with God and with others. This is the way of faith—a faith that is wise, cunning, and obedient. It is a faith that doesn't always fit our expectations, but it always invests itself in relationship—relationship with God, with his people, and with the world. May we learn from the Gibeonites and from the words of Paul a shrewdness that leads us not to destruction, but to grace, deliverance, and life. That is the prayer I have for my own soul. That is the prayer I have for my family—for my wife and my daughters and my son. And that is the prayer that I have for you. May it be so. TODAY'S PRAYERS: Lord God Almighty and everlasting father you have brought us in safety to this new day preserve us with your Mighty power that we might not fall into sin or be overcome by adversity. And in all we do, direct us to the fulfilling of your purpose through Jesus Christ Our Lord amen. Oh God you have made of one blood all the peoples of the earth and sent your blessed son to preach peace to those who are far and those who are near. Grant that people everywhere may seek after you, and find you. Bring the nations into your fold, pour out your Spirit on all flesh, and hasten the coming of your kingdom through Jesus Christ our Lord, Amen. And now Lord, make me an instrument of your peace. Where there is hatred let me sow love. Where there is injury, pardon. Where there is doubt, faith. Where there is despair, hope. Where there is darkness, light. And where there is sadness, Joy. Oh Lord grant that I might not seek to be consoled as to console. To be understood as to understand, to be loved as to love. For it is in the giving that we receive, in the pardoning that we are pardoned, it is in the dying that we are born unto eternal life. Amen And now as our Lord has taught us we are bold to pray... Our Father who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name, thy kingdom come thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven, give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our tresspasses as we forgive those who trespass against us, and lead us not unto temptation, but ...
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    30 mins
  • March 17th, 26:Joshua 7-8; Psalm 69; 1 Corinthians 5; Daily Bible in a Year

    March 17th, 26:Joshua 7-8; Psalm 69; 1 Corinthians 5; Daily Bible in a Year
    Mar 20 2026
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    • TODAY'S SCRIPTURE: Joshua 7-8; Psalm 69; 1 Corinthians 5
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    One Year Bible Podcast: Join Hunter and Heather Barnes on the Daily Radio Bible, a daily Bible‑in‑a‑year podcast with 20‑minute Scripture readings, Christ‑centered devotion, and guided prayer.This daily Bible reading and devotional invites you to live as a citizen of Jesus' kingdom, reconciled, renewed, and deeply loved.

    TODAY'S EPISODE:

    TODAY'S DEVOTION:

    TODAY'S PRAYERS:

    Lord God Almighty and everlasting father you have brought us in safety to this new day preserve us with your Mighty power that we might not fall into sin or be overcome by adversity. And in all we do, direct us to the fulfilling of your purpose through Jesus Christ Our Lord amen.

    Oh God you have made of one blood all the peoples of the earth and sent your blessed son to preach peace to those who are far and those who are near. Grant that people everywhere may seek after you, and find you. Bring the nations into your fold, pour out your Spirit on all flesh, and hasten the coming of your kingdom through Jesus Christ our Lord, Amen.

    And now Lord, make me an instrument of your peace. Where there is hatred let me sow love. Where there is injury, pardon. Where there is doubt, faith. Where there is despair, hope. Where there is darkness, light. And where there is sadness, Joy. Oh Lord grant that I might not seek to be consoled as to console. To be understood as to understand, to be loved as to love. For it is in the giving that we receive, in the pardoning that we are pardoned, it is in the dying that we are born unto eternal life. Amen

    And now as our Lord has taught us we are bold to pray...

    Our Father who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name, thy kingdom come thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven, give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our tresspasses as we forgive those who trespass against us, and lead us not unto temptation, but deliver us from evil, for thine is the Kingdom and the power and the glory forever. Amen.

    Loving God, we give you thanks for restoring us in your image. And nourishing us with spiritual food, now send us forth as forgiven people, healed and renewed, that we may proclaim your love to the world, and continue in the risen life of Christ. Amen.

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  • March 19th, 26:Numbers 5-6, Psalms 22, and Acts 26; Daily Bible in a Year

    March 19th, 26:Numbers 5-6, Psalms 22, and Acts 26; Daily Bible in a Year
    Mar 19 2026
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    • TODAY'S SCRIPTURE: Numbers 5-6, Psalms 22, and Acts 26
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    One Year Bible Podcast: Join Hunter and Heather Barnes on the Daily Radio Bible, a daily Bible‑in‑a‑year podcast with 20‑minute Scripture readings, Christ‑centered devotion, and guided prayer.This daily Bible reading and devotional invites you to live as a citizen of Jesus' kingdom, reconciled, renewed, and deeply loved.

    TODAY'S EPISODE:

    TODAY'S DEVOTION:

    TODAY'S PRAYERS:

    Lord God Almighty and everlasting father you have brought us in safety to this new day preserve us with your Mighty power that we might not fall into sin or be overcome by adversity. And in all we do, direct us to the fulfilling of your purpose through Jesus Christ Our Lord amen.

    Oh God you have made of one blood all the peoples of the earth and sent your blessed son to preach peace to those who are far and those who are near. Grant that people everywhere may seek after you, and find you. Bring the nations into your fold, pour out your Spirit on all flesh, and hasten the coming of your kingdom through Jesus Christ our Lord, Amen.

    And now Lord, make me an instrument of your peace. Where there is hatred let me sow love. Where there is injury, pardon. Where there is doubt, faith. Where there is despair, hope. Where there is darkness, light. And where there is sadness, Joy. Oh Lord grant that I might not seek to be consoled as to console. To be understood as to understand, to be loved as to love. For it is in the giving that we receive, in the pardoning that we are pardoned, it is in the dying that we are born unto eternal life. Amen

    And now as our Lord has taught us we are bold to pray...

    Our Father who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name, thy kingdom come thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven, give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our tresspasses as we forgive those who trespass against us, and lead us not unto temptation, but deliver us from evil, for thine is the Kingdom and the power and the glory forever. Amen.

    Loving God, we give you thanks for restoring us in your image. And nourishing us with spiritual food, now send us forth as forgiven people, healed and renewed, that we may proclaim your love to the world, and continue in the risen life of Christ. Amen.

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    24 mins
  • March 18th, 26:Joshua 1-2, Psalm 37, 1 Corinthians 3; Daily Bible in a Year

    March 18th, 26:Joshua 1-2, Psalm 37, 1 Corinthians 3; Daily Bible in a Year
    Mar 18 2026
    Click here for the DRB Daily Sign Up form! TODAY'S SCRIPTURE: Joshua 1-2, Psalm 37, 1 Corinthians 3Click HERE to give! One Year Bible Podcast: Join Hunter and Heather Barnes on the Daily Radio Bible, a daily Bible‑in‑a‑year podcast with 20‑minute Scripture readings, Christ‑centered devotion, and guided prayer.This daily Bible reading and devotional invites you to live as a citizen of Jesus' kingdom, reconciled, renewed, and deeply loved. TODAY'S EPISODE: Welcome to the Daily Radio Bible podcast for March 18th, 2026! In today's episode, Hunter, your host and Bible reading coach, invites listeners from around the world to gather and warm their hearts by the fires of God's love. This episode marks the beginning of a new journey through the book of Joshua, exploring chapters 1 and 2, alongside Psalm 37 and 1 Corinthians 3. We'll witness the transition of leadership from Moses to Joshua, hear God's call to be strong and courageous, and follow the story of Rahab, whose unlikely home becomes the first step into the Promised Land. Through these passages, Hunter emphasizes God's relentless pursuit of His people, weaving the scarlet thread of redemption through unexpected places—even into the ancestry of Jesus. Join us for scripture readings, encouraging reflections, heartfelt prayers, and a reminder that no matter where we are, God is with us every step of the way. Plus, Hunter gives a special shout-out to podcast supporters and invites everyone to live boldly in God's love and joy. This episode promises guidance, inspiration, and a comforting reminder that you are loved. TODAY'S DEVOTION: He comes to the unlikely places. "Be strong and courageous," the Lord tells Joshua, promising to be with him every step of the way as he leads God's people into the land promised to them. But isn't it remarkable where the first steps into this new chapter begin? They turn up not in a grand palace or temple, but in the home of Rahab, a prostitute in Jericho. Through two spies, God's presence arrives in this unlikely house, revealing that his purposes and his love are never restricted by our expectations. The scarlet thread of redemption winds its way through Rahab's life, and it changes everything—not only for her, but for her entire family. That same thread, the saving work of God, is woven into our stories as well. Rahab, once an outsider, becomes a direct ancestor to Jesus—Yeshua, the greater Joshua—showing us that God's love claims even the most unexpected of souls and the most overlooked of homes. Through Rahab, we are reminded that God makes a priority of us. He pursues us, steps into our ordinary lives, and takes possession of hearts, families, and homes. He is not waiting for perfect conditions or perfect people. He invades this world with salvation, making his gospel known, bringing redemption to the least likely and the most broken. If he made Rahab a priority, then he has made you a priority, too. So let us draw strength from his love, and let us be courageous. God is with us every moment, every step, enabling us to lay claim to what is ours in him. Let's live today in the light of this good news: that the God who pursues us has come, and his redeeming work—woven through the pages of our lives—makes all things new. That's a prayer for my own soul, for my family, for my wife, my daughters, my son, and for you. May it be so. TODAY'S PRAYERS: Lord God Almighty and everlasting father you have brought us in safety to this new day preserve us with your Mighty power that we might not fall into sin or be overcome by adversity. And in all we do, direct us to the fulfilling of your purpose through Jesus Christ Our Lord amen. Oh God you have made of one blood all the peoples of the earth and sent your blessed son to preach peace to those who are far and those who are near. Grant that people everywhere may seek after you, and find you. Bring the nations into your fold, pour out your Spirit on all flesh, and hasten the coming of your kingdom through Jesus Christ our Lord, Amen. And now Lord, make me an instrument of your peace. Where there is hatred let me sow love. Where there is injury, pardon. Where there is doubt, faith. Where there is despair, hope. Where there is darkness, light. And where there is sadness, Joy. Oh Lord grant that I might not seek to be consoled as to console. To be understood as to understand, to be loved as to love. For it is in the giving that we receive, in the pardoning that we are pardoned, it is in the dying that we are born unto eternal life. Amen And now as our Lord has taught us we are bold to pray... Our Father who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name, thy kingdom come thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven, give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our tresspasses as we forgive those who trespass against us, and lead us not unto temptation, but deliver us from evil, for thine is the Kingdom and the power and the glory forever...
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    22 mins
  • March 17th, 26:Deuteronomy 32-34,1 Corinthians 2; Daily Bible in a Year

    March 17th, 26:Deuteronomy 32-34,1 Corinthians 2; Daily Bible in a Year
    Mar 17 2026
    Click here for the DRB Daily Sign Up form! TODAY'S SCRIPTURE: Deuteronomy 32-34,1 Corinthians 2Click HERE to give! One Year Bible Podcast: Join Hunter and Heather Barnes on the Daily Radio Bible, a daily Bible‑in‑a‑year podcast with 20‑minute Scripture readings, Christ‑centered devotion, and guided prayer.This daily Bible reading and devotional invites you to live as a citizen of Jesus' kingdom, reconciled, renewed, and deeply loved. TODAY'S EPISODE: Welcome to the March 17th, 2026 episode of the Daily Radio Bible, where Hunter, your Bible reading coach and faithful companion, guides us through another transformative day in God's Word. In this episode, we journey with the people of Israel as they reach the edge of the Promised Land, reading from Deuteronomy 32–34 and 1 Corinthians 2. As we listen, Hunter beautifully unpacks the significance of Moses viewing the Promised Land from afar and reflects on Joshua as a powerful symbol of faith and the grace that leads us into God's promises. The episode draws out the wisdom of God made known not through human achievement or the law, but through the Spirit and the work of Christ. Amidst prayer and moments of reflection, Hunter encourages us to trust deeply in God's goodness, enjoy the simple gifts of life—like the changing seasons—and remember that, no matter our circumstances, we are profoundly loved. So take a breath, savor the beauty around you, and join us on this spiritual walk as we open the Scriptures together. TODAY'S DEVOTION: A mountain-top view of grace. Moses is on the mountain. He did not make it into the Promised Land, at least not yet. He was a man of the law, and it is not by the law that we enter into the promise. But Joshua does. He enters. He represents the way of faith. Righteousness is by grace through faith, and Joshua is a picture of that. He is a picture of Christ. Even his name reflects this: Yeshua, Jesus. Our Yeshua leads us into the Promised Land. He leads us into life and the promise of God. It doesn't come through the Law. It comes through Him, through the cross. It comes through His life given for you, for me, for the whole world. Paul calls this the wisdom of God. We are saved by grace through faith in Jesus' work on the cross. That is God's wisdom. It is not tradition, ethnicity. It is not political affiliation or our own personal piety. It is only by God's Spirit. It is God's work. And we get to live in it. We get to say, "Thank you," and walk into the land that has been won for us by him. Moses goes up the mountain, takes a good look around, he sees the land, but he won't enter it, at least not yet. Then we're told that he heads out into the desert, and there he dies and is buried in some unmarked grave. But don't feel too bad for Moses. God knew where he was buried. God was with him. God never abandoned him. God doesn't do that. In fact, we see him again in the Gospels. We see him standing with Elijah and the Lord up on the Mount of Transfiguration. No longer is he looking from a distance on Mount Pisgah. Now he's standing on a whole new mountain. His feet have touched down in the land. He's made it across the Jordan. He's standing in the promise. He's face to face with the promise himself, looking into the eyes of Jesus. Jesus has worked all things out for Moses. That's what Jesus does. And that's true not just for Moses, but it's true for you too. God is working out his purposes in your life. Even when it seems like you've failed and there's no recovering, he will not forget about you. He knows where you are. He has not abandoned you, and he will not leave you out in some desert wasteland in an unmarked grave. No, he will be faithful to complete the good work that he began in you, and you, like Moses, will see Jesus face to face. Philippians 1:6 says, I am certain that God, who began the good work within you, will continue his work until it is finally finished on the day when Christ Jesus returns. Trust in the wisdom of God seen in the face of Christ. Rest easy in the work of Christ accomplished for you. That's the prayer that I have for my own soul. That's a prayer that I have for my family, for my wife and my daughters and my son. And that's a prayer that I have for you. May it be so. TODAY'S PRAYERS: Lord God Almighty and everlasting father you have brought us in safety to this new day preserve us with your Mighty power that we might not fall into sin or be overcome by adversity. And in all we do, direct us to the fulfilling of your purpose through Jesus Christ Our Lord amen. Oh God you have made of one blood all the peoples of the earth and sent your blessed son to preach peace to those who are far and those who are near. Grant that people everywhere may seek after you, and find you. Bring the nations into your fold, pour out your Spirit on all flesh, and hasten the coming of your kingdom through Jesus Christ our Lord, Amen. And now Lord, make me an instrument of your peace. Where ...
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    27 mins
  • March 16th, 26: Deuteronomy 28-29, Galatians 6; Daily Bible in a Year

    March 16th, 26: Deuteronomy 28-29, Galatians 6; Daily Bible in a Year
    Mar 16 2026
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    • TODAY'S SCRIPTURE: Deuteronomy 30-31, Psalm 40, 1 Corinthians 1
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    One Year Bible Podcast: Join Hunter and Heather Barnes on the Daily Radio Bible, a daily Bible‑in‑a‑year podcast with 20‑minute Scripture readings, Christ‑centered devotion, and guided prayer.This daily Bible reading and devotional invites you to live as a citizen of Jesus' kingdom, reconciled, renewed, and deeply loved.

    TODAY'S EPISODE:

    TODAY'S DEVOTION:

    TODAY'S PRAYERS:

    Lord God Almighty and everlasting father you have brought us in safety to this new day preserve us with your Mighty power that we might not fall into sin or be overcome by adversity. And in all we do, direct us to the fulfilling of your purpose through Jesus Christ Our Lord amen.

    Oh God you have made of one blood all the peoples of the earth and sent your blessed son to preach peace to those who are far and those who are near. Grant that people everywhere may seek after you, and find you. Bring the nations into your fold, pour out your Spirit on all flesh, and hasten the coming of your kingdom through Jesus Christ our Lord, Amen.

    And now Lord, make me an instrument of your peace. Where there is hatred let me sow love. Where there is injury, pardon. Where there is doubt, faith. Where there is despair, hope. Where there is darkness, light. And where there is sadness, Joy. Oh Lord grant that I might not seek to be consoled as to console. To be understood as to understand, to be loved as to love. For it is in the giving that we receive, in the pardoning that we are pardoned, it is in the dying that we are born unto eternal life. Amen

    And now as our Lord has taught us we are bold to pray...

    Our Father who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name, thy kingdom come thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven, give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our tresspasses as we forgive those who trespass against us, and lead us not unto temptation, but deliver us from evil, for thine is the Kingdom and the power and the glory forever. Amen.

    Loving God, we give you thanks for restoring us in your image. And nourishing us with spiritual food, now send us forth as forgiven people, healed and renewed, that we may proclaim your love to the world, and continue in the risen life of Christ. Amen.

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    24 mins
  • March 15th, 26: Deuteronomy 28-29, Galatians 6; Daily Bible in a Year

    March 15th, 26: Deuteronomy 28-29, Galatians 6; Daily Bible in a Year
    Mar 15 2026
    Click here for the DRB Daily Sign Up form! TODAY'S SCRIPTURE: Deuteronomy 28-29, Galatians 6Click HERE to give! One Year Bible Podcast: Join Hunter and Heather Barnes on the Daily Radio Bible, a daily Bible‑in‑a‑year podcast with 20‑minute Scripture readings, Christ‑centered devotion, and guided prayer.This daily Bible reading and devotional invites you to live as a citizen of Jesus' kingdom, reconciled, renewed, and deeply loved. TODAY'S EPISODE: Welcome to the Daily Radio Bible! In today's episode, your host and Bible reading coach, Hunter, guides us through a deep and heart-stirring journey in scripture. We start with powerful passages from Deuteronomy 28 and 29, reflecting on the blessings and curses tied to Israel's covenant with God—a "quid pro quo" arrangement that highlights the challenge of living up to the law. But Hunter helps us see that the story doesn't end there. Turning to Galatians 6, we're reminded of the new promise given to us in Christ, a promise not dependent on our own ability to keep every command, but on what God has done for us through Jesus and the cross. As we move from the ancient terms of law to the new reality of grace, Hunter invites us to discover God's true heart—a heart fully revealed in Jesus, marked by love, mercy, and sacrificial giving. We close with thoughtful prayers, grounding ourselves in God's presence and love, and a word of encouragement to carry us forward: we are treasured, loved, and invited to live each day in the light of these truths. Join us for this rich, contemplative time in scripture, prayer, and reflection. TODAY'S DEVOTION: Quid pro quo. This for that. That's the old principle—the way of the law we just heard in Deuteronomy. If you do this, you'll receive that. If you keep these terms, the blessing is yours. But if you fail, the curse follows. It's a heavy reality—one that's sobering, even terrifying—because who among us can really live up to it? We're faced with a standard of holiness and faithfulness that's utterly beyond our reach. But, as we turn to Galatians, we're introduced to something entirely new. The old contract gives way to a new promise, a new principle. Not "this for that"—rather, it's what God has already done for us. On the cross, Jesus fulfills the impossible terms of the old agreement so that we can know its blessing. He takes on the whole weight—the demand for holiness, the full consequence of missing the mark—and he fulfills it. The cross is the final word. In Jesus, God doesn't just let prophets and scribes tell the story of who he is—he comes in person. We see what God is truly like. And Christ's sacrificial, self-giving, co-suffering love becomes the revelation of God's heart. It's not about keeping score. It's not about earning our way by "this for that." It's pure gift—love poured out for people who have nothing to give but their need and their trust. So, as you hear the strong warnings and conditional blessings and curses of Deuteronomy, let your heart look up and see the face of Jesus—the one who has achieved all the blessings for you, who has defeated death and sin, and who invites you to live as a new creation. Not by fear, not by your own exhausting efforts, but by the cruciform love of God. Let's breathe deep and live in the reality of grace. Let this new way shape us—with gratitude, love, and a transforming vision of who God is. God is like Jesus. The final word has come, and it is love. That's a prayer I have for my own soul. That's a prayer I have for my family, for my wife and daughters and son. And that's a prayer I have for you. May it be so. TODAY'S PRAYERS: Lord God Almighty and everlasting father you have brought us in safety to this new day preserve us with your Mighty power that we might not fall into sin or be overcome by adversity. And in all we do, direct us to the fulfilling of your purpose through Jesus Christ Our Lord amen. Oh God you have made of one blood all the peoples of the earth and sent your blessed son to preach peace to those who are far and those who are near. Grant that people everywhere may seek after you, and find you. Bring the nations into your fold, pour out your Spirit on all flesh, and hasten the coming of your kingdom through Jesus Christ our Lord, Amen. And now Lord, make me an instrument of your peace. Where there is hatred let me sow love. Where there is injury, pardon. Where there is doubt, faith. Where there is despair, hope. Where there is darkness, light. And where there is sadness, Joy. Oh Lord grant that I might not seek to be consoled as to console. To be understood as to understand, to be loved as to love. For it is in the giving that we receive, in the pardoning that we are pardoned, it is in the dying that we are born unto eternal life. Amen And now as our Lord has taught us we are bold to pray... Our Father who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name, thy kingdom come thy will be done on earth as ...
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    27 mins
  • March 14th, 26: Deuteronomy 25–27, Galatians 5; Daily Bible in a Year

    March 14th, 26: Deuteronomy 25–27, Galatians 5; Daily Bible in a Year
    Mar 14 2026
    Click here for the DRB Daily Sign Up form! TODAY'S SCRIPTURE: Deuteronomy 25–27, Galatians 5Click HERE to give! One Year Bible Podcast: Join Hunter and Heather Barnes on the Daily Radio Bible, a daily Bible‑in‑a‑year podcast with 20‑minute Scripture readings, Christ‑centered devotion, and guided prayer.This daily Bible reading and devotional invites you to live as a citizen of Jesus' kingdom, reconciled, renewed, and deeply loved. TODAY'S EPISODE: Welcome to the Daily Radio Bible! In today's episode, Hunter invites you to join him on March 14th, day 74 of our journey through the Bible. Together, we'll warm our hearts by the fire of God's love as we explore Deuteronomy chapters 25–27 and Galatians 5. Hunter guides us through laws of ancient Israel, the heart of worship, and the call to justice and honesty, then pivots to the powerful message of freedom in Christ—a freedom not to indulge in selfishness, but to walk by the Spirit, expressing faith through love. With thoughtful prayer and reflection, Hunter reminds us that we are invited, not to strive for perfection through law-keeping, but to participate in Christ's life through the Spirit. This episode closes with prayers for peace, guidance, and the encouragement to take next steps in faith, always grounded in the unwavering truth: you are deeply loved. So, grab your Bible and join Hunter for today's walk in the Word. TODAY'S DEVOTION: We often think of the sinful nature as all those rebellious, lawless acts—the things we know are out of bounds. And yes, Paul lists those behaviors, those outward acts that are clearly not of God. But let's not miss something subtle yet significant: sometimes, our sinful nature shows up not in lawlessness—but in how we try to justify ourselves through religious law-keeping. The church in Galatia was tempted to trust their own obedience as the measure of their righteousness before God, to rely on their ability to check every religious box. But Paul's message is unequivocal: keeping the law cannot make us righteous, because none of us can fulfill it perfectly. We all fall short. Even the most devout and well-intentioned efforts cannot bridge the gap that separates us from God's holiness. Instead of pointing us to ourselves and our striving, Paul points us to Jesus. He reminds us that our righteousness is found in Christ and in Christ alone. By the Spirit, we are drawn into the very life of Jesus—the truly Righteous One. In his life, death, and resurrection, Christ has done for us what we cannot do for ourselves. As we yield to his Spirit, we begin to walk in newness of life, not striving by our own strength, but participating in the goodness of love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control—the fruit of the Spirit. We lay down both our rebelliousness AND our pious attempts to justify ourselves. Instead, we fix our eyes on what God has done in Christ: how we are included, embraced, and equipped to walk in his ways, not by might, but by the Spirit. The Christian life is not a ladder of perfection we climb, but a life we receive by grace, step by step, trusting the Spirit to bring forth God's purposes in us. Let us hold to this freedom and refuse every yoke of self-made righteousness. Let's stop striving to earn what Christ has already given. May our lives be expressions of faith working through love, freed from the trap of performance, anchored instead in the love of God that claims us—full stop. This is the prayer for my soul. This is the prayer for my family—for my wife, my daughters, and my son. And this is the prayer I have for you. May it be so. TODAY'S PRAYERS: Lord God Almighty and everlasting father you have brought us in safety to this new day preserve us with your Mighty power that we might not fall into sin or be overcome by adversity. And in all we do, direct us to the fulfilling of your purpose through Jesus Christ Our Lord amen. Oh God you have made of one blood all the peoples of the earth and sent your blessed son to preach peace to those who are far and those who are near. Grant that people everywhere may seek after you, and find you. Bring the nations into your fold, pour out your Spirit on all flesh, and hasten the coming of your kingdom through Jesus Christ our Lord, Amen. And now Lord, make me an instrument of your peace. Where there is hatred let me sow love. Where there is injury, pardon. Where there is doubt, faith. Where there is despair, hope. Where there is darkness, light. And where there is sadness, Joy. Oh Lord grant that I might not seek to be consoled as to console. To be understood as to understand, to be loved as to love. For it is in the giving that we receive, in the pardoning that we are pardoned, it is in the dying that we are born unto eternal life. Amen And now as our Lord has taught us we are bold to pray... Our Father who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name, thy kingdom come ...
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