Episodes

  • Delay does not mean defeat

    Delay does not mean defeat
    Feb 25 2026
    When reading the Bible, we can get so focused on the verse-by-verse details of a story or teaching, that we can sometimes forget to step back and consider the bigger picture of what is happening. The specific in-the-moment details are critically important, of course. But looking at the broader narrative can also be instructive for … Continue reading Delay does not mean defeat
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    2 mins
  • The beginning of the birth pains

    The beginning of the birth pains
    Feb 24 2026
    Having a baby is at the same time exciting and scary, painful and joyful, dangerous and life-changing.Let’s think about a pregnancy. The longer it goes, the more discomfort there is for the mother. After all, there’s a human growing inside of her; it’s getting bigger. Toward the end of nine months, labour begins. Contractions get … Continue reading The beginning of the birth pains
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    2 mins
  • The surprising detail about “strictly” following God

    The surprising detail about “strictly” following God
    Feb 23 2026
    When someone uses the word “strict,” what comes to mind?Maybe you think about a “strict” parent—someone who has lots of rules and doesn’t want their kids to have any fun. Some people think about God like this as well. But this simply isn’t true. Let me highlight one of the uses of the word “strict” in the … Continue reading The surprising detail about “strictly” following God
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    2 mins
  • Marching to a different beat—through prayer

    Marching to a different beat—through prayer
    Feb 20 2026
    A regular habit of prayer shapes you. Let me explain.In the sixth century B.C., Darius passed a law that no one could “petition” any man or god except himself for 30 days. It was most likely an act designed to consolidate political loyalty across the new empire. If anyone broke the law, he would be … Continue reading Marching to a different beat—through prayer
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    2 mins
  • The definition of true bravery

    The definition of true bravery
    Feb 19 2026
    Today, let me offer this definition: True bravery is kneeling before God while facing the lions. It is inspired by Daniel in the lion’s den. It’s one of the most famous Bible stories—and for good reason. Daniel had served in a foreign court for nearly 70 years. At this point, he was in his early 80’s. … Continue reading The definition of true bravery
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    2 mins
  • Lent and the significance of “forty days”

    Lent and the significance of “forty days”
    Feb 18 2026
    Today is Ash Wednesday. It marks the beginning of Lent, the forty-day period (excluding Sundays) leading up to Easter. The word itself, Lent, was chosen for convenience. It traces to an old English word for “springtime,” lencten. More literally, it means “lengthen,” which is a reference to the lengthening of days after a long, dark winter. … Continue reading Lent and the significance of “forty days”
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    2 mins
  • Shrove Tuesday, “Shriving,” Sin and Mercy

    Shrove Tuesday, “Shriving,” Sin and Mercy
    Feb 17 2026
    Today is known as “Shrove Tuesday.” It’s the day before Lent begins on Ash Wednesday.What does it mean?The name comes from a practice in England to “shrive” on this day—meaning confessing our sins and seeking God’s forgiveness.Since many people fast during Lent, there was a custom of using up fatty foods on this day to … Continue reading Shrove Tuesday, “Shriving,” Sin and Mercy
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    2 mins
  • Come to me, and I will give you rest

    Come to me, and I will give you rest
    Feb 16 2026
    When I ask people about their favourite Bible verse, many point to Matthew 11:28. That’s where Jesus says: “Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.”He goes on to talk about his “yoke” which is easy, and his burden which is light. A “yoke” was shared with … Continue reading Come to me, and I will give you rest
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    1 min