I'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 376: Episode 376 : When fear comes to your heart : Isaiah 35:4-6
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There are many things in life that can bring or create fear in one’s heart. How can we deal with this? Listen and be encouraged. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2024
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Episode 375: Episode 375 : Things that help you pray : Psalms 37:4
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Prayer is something a Christian does. Are there any ways or things that might help us when we pray? Listen and be encouraged. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2024
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Episode 374: Episode 374 : Taking over, going wild : Ephesians 4:26-27
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Every country and every state deals with invasive species. Japan with raccoons, Florida with python snakes, Missouri with the Nutria, a South American rodent, are just a few examples. If given a foothold they will take over and go wild. So it can be with our spiritual lives. Listen and be encouraged. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2024…
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Episode 373: Episode 373 : Doing a lot when in a hospital bed : Galatians 5:13
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People who are blind struggle to find ways of serving others. Its even harder when in a hospital bed. But when trusting God, he finds a way. Listen and be encouraged. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2024
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Episode 372: Episode 372 : Kids at play : Ephesians 5:1
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Children love to play dress-up. In a very real way, this is how they learn to be grown-up. The same is true for a Christian; play dress-up. Listen and be encouraged. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2024
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Episode 371: Episode 371 : The Olympic Games : 1 Corinthians 9:24-27
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The 2024 Olympic Games are upon us. Athletes from around the world come to compete against one another. Life can be compared to such an event. Its not just the goal or prize but the preparation and training as well. Listen and be encouraged. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2024
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Episode 370: Episode 370 : Real Value : Colossians 3:3-4
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Holidays bring festivity and fun. This past holiday, however, saw many senseless murders. Were is the fun in that! Copyright, Dave Andrus 2024
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Episode 369: Episode 369 : At rest in Jesus : 2 Timothy 4:7
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A person doesn’t always know when he or she is at the end of their physical earthly life. And yet sometimes he or she does know. Regardless, it’s a struggle for that person and for family and friends. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2024
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Episode 368: Episode 368 : Growing plants in the garden : John 15:1-2
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There are several things a gardener needs do to help the plants grow. One of these is pruning. If the plant could talk what might it say? Copyright, Dave Andrus 2024
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Episode 367: Episode 367 : The northern lights : Psalm 147:1-11
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One of the beautiful and amazing sights in nature are the northern lights. It can be explained by science yet remains beautiful. Is God simply drawing a picture with his crayons on the canvas of our sky? Copyright, Dave Andrus 2024
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Episode 366: Episode 366 : Praying for the government : 1 Timothy 2:1-2
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The month of May sees a National Day of Prayer. Should we pray for our government? Does it help? Yes, and here is why. I invite you to listen. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2024
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Episode 365: Episode 365 : Another story from prison : 1 Corinthians 15:58
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Sometimes it may feel like the words we say and the actions we do, have no impact on people. We can get discouraged. Even so, God is always at work in and threw his children. Here’s a story about that from prison. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2024
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Episode 364: Episode 364 : A different look at the eclipse : Acts 2:19-22
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The last total eclipse of the sun over the United States took place August 21, 2017. April 8 of 2024 brings another total eclipse. It will bring many amazing sights to see. Being blind, you can also feel its effects. And spiritually it can have meaning too. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2024
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Episode 363: Episode 363 : Holiday foods and feasting : Isaiah 25:6-8
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One of the things holidays provide is feasting with great foods. People go out of their way and make special food for holiday events. We can look back at these meals with fond memories. We also look forward to them when upcoming. An Easter Bible verse speaks about this. Copyright Dave Andrus 2024
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Episode 362: Episode 362 : A real head scratcher : 1 Peter 1:18-19
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There are some things in life that are a head scratcher. Try as we might we cannot figure it out. Math and science have no answers. Today’s podcast looks at one of the Bible’s biggest head scratchers. Copyright Dave Andrus 2024
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Episode 361: Episode 361 : Playing the hand you are dealt : Matthew 5:16
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Whether it be poker, cribbage or any other card game, a person needs a bit of skill and luck to win. Sometimes though, the hand you are delt is terrible. This can be true in cards or life. What then? Copyright Dave Andrus 2024
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Episode 360: Episode 360 : The most difficult story in the Bible : Genesis 22:1-14
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God tested the faith of Abraham. He asked him to sacrifice his only son. How can God who is life ask for death? Copyright Dave Andrus 2024
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Episode 359: Episode 359 : A sociologist's view on Christian history : John 13:34
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How does a sociologist view Christian activity even when persecuted or in danger? Is there another way to look at it? Copyright Dave Andrus 2024
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Episode 358: Episode 358 : C. S. Lewis on love and god : 1 John 4:9-10
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In the month of February we hear a lots of thoughts and meanings for love. Here is a mind buster from a Christian philosopher. Copyright Dave Andrus 2024
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Episode 357: Episode 357 : The Big Event : Romans 6:23
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Big events have extravagant luxuries. Most of us can’t go because we can’t afford it. But what if someone gave you tickets which included not just the event but all the luxuries? Copyright Dave Andrus 2024
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Episode 356: Episode 356 : A look at hell: Galatians 5:22-23
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French philosopher Jean Paul Sartre wrote a play called “no exit”. Three people are in a room and cannot get out. With their conversation he portrays what he thinks hell is. Similar words are used today. Listen in and decide. Copyright Dave Andrus 2024
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Episode 355: Episode 355 : Kidneys and blood : 1 John 1:7
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Lungs bring oxygen to the blood The stomach and intestines break down food and bring it to the blood. The blood takes these to cells in the body which use them as energy to do things. Then the blood brings the waste to the kidneys where it is filtered. And what happens when kidneys cannot filter blood? And how does blood purify kidneys? We invite y…
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Episode 354: Episode 354 : A different kind of king : Proverbs 19:12
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Kings of old were supreme in all aspects of life. This meant their subjects most often suffered as a result. Most kings today rule in conjunction with others. No matter what, when the king dies so also his reign ends. The Bible gives us still another type of king. Copyright Dave Andrus 2024
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Episode 353: Episode 353 : The whole story : Isaiah 7:14
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One of the prophecies that is read at Christmas time is wonderful, helpful and good. And yet if you read the whole story, it becomes even more impactful, powerful and meaningful. Copyright Dave Andrus 2023
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Episode 352: Episode 352 : Silence is broken : Luke 1:20
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Silence can be good or it can be bad. It can be a thing that is desired or a thing that is dreaded. Zechariah was silent but God had spoken. Copyright Dave Andrus 2023
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Episode 351: Episode 351 : Thankful : Psalm 107:8
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On the holiday of Thanksgiving, people do give thanks. What should we, how can we give thanks when bad or difficult things happen? A lesson I learned while having many eye surgeries. Copyright Dave Andrus 2023
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Episode 350: Episode 350 : A stamp of validation : Ephesians 1:13-14
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To visit someone in prison, many centers are now stamping on the visitor’s hand a validation stamp. It can be seen only under ultra violet light. What good is such a stamp? Copyright Dave Andrus 2023
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Episode 349: Episode 349 : Peace : Matthew 5:9
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Throughout the world and at home there is fighting and violence. If all this stopped, we would have silence but would we have peace? How do we find and have peace? Copyright Dave Andrus 2023
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Episode 348: Episode 348 : My dog teaches me about God : Isaiah 43:25
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In that God created all things, we can see his imprint all over the place. When we hear his word, we then understand what we behold. And this is not about physical sight, but a lesson from a pet dog. Copyright Dave Andrus 2023
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Episode 347: Episode 347 : Cowboy heroes : Mark 15:31-32
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Cowboy westerns are in many ways a story about a hero. We like heroes and need them. Today’s podcast brings this idea in a special way. Copyright Dave Andrus 2023
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Episode 346: Episode 346 : A cup of coffee : John 15:15
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A cup of coffee can be more than a drink to satisfy or stimulate. It can reflect friendship and a personal delight. Copyright Dave Andrus 2023
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Episode 345: Episode 345 : Cheering us on : Hebrews 12:1
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When playing a sporting game like baseball, players can gain encouragement and energy from the fans that cheer them on. Life is not a game, yet we do have in life many who cheer us on. Listen and be encouraged! Copyright Dave Andrus 2023
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Episode 340: Episode 340 : The insects of summer: Psalm 103: 3
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Summer brings many familiar things including insect bites. Some bites are more than a nuisance. Some require medicine to cure. The same is true with spiritual things and the soul. Copyright Dave Andrus 2023
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Episode 344: Episode 344 : An oldy but goody : Psalm 119:105
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Most everyone has heard the song “What a friend we have in Jesus”. Its not only a favorite song but gives good advice. Listen and be comforted. Copyright Dave Andrus 2023
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Episode 343: Episode 343 : Belonging : Galatians 3:28
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No one wants to be excluded. We want to be included in the group, fun, or activity. Spiritually the same is true. The Bible speaks of exclusion, inclusion and belonging. Copyright Dave Andrus 2023
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Episode 342: Episode 342 : Taking the plunge : Matthew 14:30-31
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We may be doing exactly the right thing, what God wants us to do: Why then, does opposition come? And when opposition comes what should we do about it and with it? Copyright Dave Andrus 2023
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Episode 341: Episode 341 : Sand Castles : Matthew 7:24-26
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Sand castles can be fun to build and play with. An evening rain though destroys all that you did. Life can sometimes be like this. But it doesn’t have to be that way. Copyright Dave Andrus 2023
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Episode 339: Episode 339 : The little word if : Romans 5:6
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One of the most powerful words in the English language is the little word “if”. It sets up future options or is spoken when regret is experienced due to the present situation. As so often happens, another option is still possible.... Copyright Dave Andrus 2023
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Episode 338: Episode 338 : My favorite : Exodus 19:5
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We probably all have our favorite, preferred, or treasured items. We are sad when they are lost, broken or wear out. God also has a treasured possession. You might be surprised by it. Listen and enjoy. Copyright Dave Andrus 2023
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Episode 337: Episode 337 : I never heard that before : Luke 10:25-37
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There are some Bible verses we have heard many times and think we know what they mean. What a surprise to learn we might have had it wrong. Even more, when we hear the different explanation, it makes perfect sense. Listen and experience this today. Copyright Dave Andrus 2023
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Episode 336: Episode 336 : By your side with a purpose : John 14:16
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A modern day parable. Having an injury doctors often provide treatment via a physical therapist. Where does this connect for us spiritually? Listen and find out. Copyright Dave Andrus 2023
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Episode 335: Episode 335 : Home sweet home : John 14:1-3
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What will heaven be like? Did Jesus give us any ideas of what we might experience there? Listen and find out. Copyright Dave Andrus 2023
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Episode 334: Episode 334 : Better than the railroads : 1 Peter 1:4
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Have you ever walked on a tour through a mansion of a railroad tycoon? There mansions are amazing. They were worth millions. And what if you were to inherit a railroad? Copyright Dave Andrus 2023
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Episode 333: Episode 333 : Life Energy : John 20:22
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Many people have pets. Pets bring joy, fun and laughter. When a pet dies the body remains but the life energy is gone. Does this help us to understand what is life? Copyright Dave Andrus 2023
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Episode 332: Episode 332 : No pain : Matthew 27:34
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Physical pain is an interruption, bother and debilitating. Medicine can either relieve or mask the pain. Jesus refused this and chose the pain. But why? Copyright Dave Andrus 2023
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Episode 331: Episode 331 : Plans and Interruptions : Romans 15:28
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The Apostle Paul planned on going to Spain. It never happened. Instead, he was thrown into jail. So, was this a failed plan or not? Copyright Dave Andrus 2023
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Episode 330: Episode 330 : Food and Hunger : Matthew 4:4
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Food is a good thing. We all need food in order to live. Sometimes though it can become distasteful. And what about refraining from eating food: is fasting helpful for anything? Copyright Dave Andrus 2023
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Episode 329: Episode 329 : Life is a puzzle : Matthew 17:9
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Jigsaw puzzles can be a huge challenge, especially if you are blind. One little piece has a fraction of the picture and many edges. How do they fit together? Life can be like that. Spiritually though we have help. Copyright Dave Andrus 2023
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Episode 328: Episode 328 : Love at first sight : Romans 5:7-8
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On Valentine’s Day we talk and emphasize love. We usually mean a love of and for a man and a woman. Can it really be an instant thing: love at first sight? Copyright Dave Andrus 2023
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Episode 327: Episode 327 : New year’s resolution, part two : 2 Thessalonians 3:3
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Have you ever considered doing a spiritual new year’s resolution? Here are some helpful tips for doing so. Copyright Dave Andrus 2023
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