Discover the Word Podcast

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  The Least Likely 26.07.2026 1h 14min

  Is there someone you think would never respond positively to the gospel? Join us and our guest Jennifer Greer as we explore if Jesus was playing a form of the "Most Likely/Least Likely To . . ." game in Luke 17 to show us we can never guess who is the most/least likely to receive Him.  Receive The “Most Likely/Least Likely To . . .” game is a fun icebreaker activity in which players guess which group member is most likely or least likely to do something. Have you ever played this game? As we read Luke 17 and ponder the deeper meaning behind the 10 leprous men being healed, we discover that Jesus likes to surprise us when it comes to who is most likely/least likely to respond to the gospel. How can we, like Jesus, welcome those who seem like the least likely to receive Him? Reflect  Why was it so significant that Jesus was traveling between Jerusalem and Samaria in Luke 17:11–13? Why did Jesus instruct the men to go to the priests after being healed in Luke 17:14? How does knowing that it was the Samaritan man who returned to worship Jesus in Luke 17:15–16 help remind you that Jesus welcomes the ones who may seem like the least likely to respond to Him? What did Jesus say made the Samaritan man well in Luke 17:17–19? After reading about the Samaritan man in Luke 17, who was the only one to return and praise God, how does that inspire you to reach out to people who are far from Jesus? What could your next step toward reaching out to the least likely with the love of Jesus look like?  Respond (Use this prayer to start a conversation with God) “Dear God, thank You for calling me to follow You even when I seemed like the least likely to respond. Help me to remain grateful that you saved, redeemed, and cleansed me. Help me to reach out to those who may seem like the least likely to follow You.” Discover more about the topics in this episode with these recommended resources Mentioned in this episode: The Story of Dan Week 1 The Story of Dan Week 2 How to Read the Bible in Its Ancient Context | Baker Academic Listen: The Untouchable The Woman at the Well Read: When the Good News Includes Our Enemy - Luke 10:27–37 Samaria & the Israelites: The Good Land Goes Bad Watch: Samaria: The Good Land (The Holy Land) Love Others Like Jesus Does (John 13:34-35) 
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  Famine - Week 2 19.07.2026 1h 2min

  Some time ago Elisa led us in conversations about "tables" and how certain mealtimes moved the story of the Bible forward. For these two weeks Bill wants the group to consider the opposite—how famines (or the lack of food) was a catalyst for biblical events and a force for change in the lives of the characters of the Scriptures.Receive As we ponder why God allowed His people throughout Scripture to experience famines, we can see that God was still working to draw them closer to Him. God is at work in our life as well. When we face hardships and difficulties in our life, let’s remember that God is near.  How does reading about how God provided for men and women throughout the Bible help remind you that He is faithful to help you through any trial you may face?   What could drawing closer to God even during difficulties look like for you?   Reflect  Why did God allow someone as faithful as the prophet Elijah to suffer through a famine as we read in 1 Kings 18:2? During famines, how did God provide for Elijah in 1 Kings 17:7–11 and Elisha in  2 Kings 4:38– 41? Why did the four men with leprosy mentioned in 2 Kings 7:3–5 respond to the famine the way they did?  Why did Jesus mention a famine in His parable of the Prodigal Son found in Luke 15:14? Based on Romans 8:35, not even famine can separate us from God’s love. How does knowing that truth encourage you during difficult times?  Respond (Use this prayer to start a conversation with God) “Dear God, thank You that You love me and provide for me even during the most difficult times. Please help me to draw closer to You, even when I’m experiencing a famine or lack in my life. Help me to trust Your unending goodness, grace, and mercy.”   Discover more about the topics in this episode with these recommended resources Mentioned in this episode: Joseph by Bill Crowder Tables in the Story of God Week 1 Tables in the Story of God Week 2 The Book of Naomi The Gospel of Ruth  Inseparable God Is At Work—The Story of Ruth Part 1—The Worst of Times  Listen:  The Miraculous life of Elisha | Part 1 The Miraculous Life of Elisha--Part 2 Read: Faithful to the Faithful: 2 Kings 4 Why Should I Trust God? Watch: Trusting God in the Dark with Katie Lewis (Unshakable Moxie) God Is at Work in All Things | Romans 8:28-29 
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  Famine - Week 1 12.07.2026 1h 9min

  Some time ago Elisa led us in conversations about "tables" and how certain mealtimes moved the story of the Bible forward. For these two weeks Bill wants the group to consider the opposite—how famines (or the lack of food) was a catalyst for biblical events and a force for change in the lives of the characters of the Scriptures. Receive When we stop and consider that so many men and women in the Bible experienced various hardships, including famines, we see how God was still working in their lives to draw them closer to Him. From Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob and his family to Naomi and Ruth and King David, they all found themselves in challenging situations. Some of their circumstances may raise some difficult questions, but they also offer some helpful insights into what it means to be people of faith, who in spite of any questions, learn to trust God even in life's most difficult times.  How does reading about how God helped well-known Old Testament figures even during times of famines help you trust God despite your circumstances?  What could your next step toward trusting God during hard times look like?   Reflect  How might Abram’s response to a famine in Genesis 12:10 have influenced how his son Isaac response to the famine in Genesis 26:1? How did the famine mentioned in Genesis 42:5 work out for good for Jacob and his family?  How did God give Naomi beauty for ashes after the famine mentioned in Ruth 1:1? Why did King David want to avoid the famine mentioned in 2 Samuel 24:13?  Respond (Use this prayer to start a conversation with God) “Dear God, thank You for being with me even in difficult times. Help me to trust You despite my circumstances. Help me to love and serve You whether I’m in a season of feast or famine.”   Discover more about the topics in this episode with these recommended resources Mentioned in this episode: Joseph by Bill Crowder Tables in the Story of God Week 1 Tables in the Story of God Week 2 The Book of Naomi The Gospel of Ruth Listen: Inseparable   God Is at Work      Read: It's Not Fair - Trusting God When Life Doesn't Make Sense Navigating the Wilderness Watch: Never Out of God’s Sight - Genesis 41:1 Running on Empty - Ruth 1:21
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  If We Confess... 05.07.2026 1h 1min

  Receive It may be one of the most well-known verses on confession and forgiveness in all of Scripture, but what does 1 John 1:9 mean? And how can it impact the way you live both day to day and from here to eternity? As you consider this Bible verse phrase by phrase, may this crucial statement penned by Jesus’ disciple, John, become a reality to you. 1. If we confess . . . 2. . . . . our sin . . . 3.  . . . He is faithful and just . . . 4.  . . . and will forgive our sin . . . 5. . . .and purify (cleanse) us from all unrighteousness. How does exploring the meaning of this life-changing Bible verse help you discover God’s immeasurable love and mercy for you?  What could your next step toward learning more and receiving God’s forgiveness look like?   Reflect  Why is fellowship with God and others, which is mentioned in 1 John 1:1–4, so special and vital?  Based on 1 John 1:5–7, why are believers called to walk in the light? According to 1 John 1:8–10, how does God respond when we confess our sin to Him? How does Jesus help us when we sin, according to 1 John 2:1–2?  Respond (Use this prayer to start a conversation with God) “Dear God, thank You that if I confess my sin to You, You are faithful and just to forgive me and cleanse me. Please help me not to sin. And when I do sin, please help me to be quick to confess it to You and quick to receive Your forgiveness.”  Discover more about the topics in this episode with these recommended resources Mentioned in this episode: Our Daily Bread Ministries Ambassador Program Listen: When We Sin - Week 1 When We Sin - Week 2 Read: Forgiveness Defined  The Gifts of Confession Watch: John 8:1-11 - Why God Hates Sin Jerusalem: The Cost of Forgiveness (The Holy Land)  
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  What Goes Without Being Said - Week 2 28.06.2026 1h 1min

  Ever wonder about the cultural norms left unsaid in the Bible? Discovering the collectivist perspective will help you better understand Scripture.  Receive If we read the Bible exclusively from our Western individualist point of view, we may miss or misunderstand cultural values everybody in the ancient Mediterranean world understood. As this week’s guest, Randy Richards, reminds us, the values of kinship, patronage, and brokerage, which focus on the family or group dynamic instead of an individual, are found throughout Scripture. We also find examples of honor, shame, and boundaries in the Old and New Testaments that are used as tools to help enforce and strengthen these cultural values. Understanding the ancient Mediterranean culture that the Bible is set in can enrich our understanding of some Scripture passages. How has discovering some of the cultural backdrop of the Bible helped you gain a deeper understanding of Scripture and how the Bible applies to your life? What next step could you take toward learning more about the cultural context of the Old and New Testament?  Reflect  Why were the Pharisees trying to shame Jesus in Matthew 9:11? How was the apostle Paul trying to use shame in a positive sense in 1 Corinthians 15:34?  In 1 Timothy 2:9, how was the apostle Paul trying to use shame in a positive way to encourage women to stand up against the culture’s way of dressing?  Based on Romans 1:1, what was the role with the highest honor for the apostle Paul? How were the chief priests, teachers of the law, and the elders trying to have an honor contest with Jesus in Luke 20:1–8? Why did Jesus tell the parable of The Pharisee and the Tax Collector in Luke 18:9–14 to those who were confident of their own righteousness and looked down on everyone else?  Why is the apostle Paul setting a boundary in 1 Corinthians 10:27 –28?  Respond (Use this prayer to start a conversation with God) “Dear God, thank You that as I grow in my knowledge of Scripture, I can grow deeper in my love and understanding of You! Help me to dive deeper into Your Word, so my relationship with You can grow stronger. Help me to gain wisdom that I can apply to my life.”   Discover more about the topics in this episode with these recommended resources Mentioned in this episode: Misreading Scripture with Individualist Eyes by our guest E. Randolph Richards  Listen: Misreading Scripture with Western Eyes (with guest Randy Richards)) Understanding How to Read the Bible Today Read: Starting in the Right Place How Should We Read the Bible—and What Type of Book Is It, Anyway? Watch: In Pursuit of Peter In Pursuit of Paul 
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  What Goes Without Being Said - Week 1 21.06.2026 1h

  How does our Western/individualistic perspective limit our understanding of the Bible that was written from an Eastern/collectivist perspective? Discover some cultural norms left unsaid in Scripture.   Receive As we read Scripture through the lens of our Western culture, this week’s guest, Randy Richards, reminds us that we may miss or misread some key values embedded in the Ancient Near Eastern culture the Bible was written in. Our Western individualist culture values “me” over “we,” but the Eastern collectivist culture that the Bible was set in values kinship, patronage, and brokerage that emphasize the family or group dynamic rather than an individual.  Understanding the ancient Mediterranean culture that serves as the backdrop for the Bible can add rich context that can shed a whole new light on some passages of Scripture. How can discovering the cultural context of the Bible help you better understand and apply Scripture to your life? What could your next step toward learning more about the cultural context of the Old and New Testament look like?  Reflect  What can you learn about the family dynamics between Joseph and his father and brothers by reading Genesis 37 through the lens of valuing kinship, which emphasizes strong family ties and parents mediating between siblings? How does Ephesians 2:8 model the value of patronage, which emphasizes a patron giving a gift to help rescue a loyal friend? How do 1 Timothy 2:5 and 1 John 2:1 model the value of brokerage, which emphasizes having a mediator speak on your behalf? How do you feel reading John 1:12 and 1 Thessalonians 1:4 knowing you are part of God’s family?  Based on Matthew 6:3 and Luke 6:35, how are Jesus’ disciples supposed to differ from the patronage culture of that time? How significant is it that Jesus calls His disciples, including you, His friends in John 15:15? Based on Romans 1:20–21 and Psalm 50, how are we to respond to God’s gifts? In Luke 7:1–10, why did the centurion send Jewish elders and then friends to Jesus instead of going to Jesus on his own?     Respond (Use this prayer to start a conversation with God) “Dear God, thank You that understanding more of the Bible’s cultural context can help me get a deeper understanding of You! Help me grow in my knowledge of Scripture so I can grow in my love for You! Help me to apply Your words to my life.”      Discover more about the topics in this episode with these recommended resources Mentioned in this episode: Misreading Scripture with Individualist Eyes by our guest E. Randolph Richards  Listen: Misreading Scripture with Western Eyes  Misreading Paul | Week 1 Misreading Paul | Week 2 Read: Understanding the Original Situation In the Beginning: Reading Genesis and Exodus  Watch: Biblical Context Explained The Holy Land 
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  What Are You Worried About? 14.06.2026 1h 4min

  Struggling with worry and anxiety? No matter what you’re struggling with, discover how to cast your cares on God.Receive It’s easy to feel overwhelmed with worries, cares, and anxious thoughts, but you’re not meant to carry all those burdens on your own. Jesus said not to worry, and the apostle Paul said to cast all your cares on God.  What are you worried about?  What may be hindering you from trusting God with your worries, anxious thoughts, cares, and concerns?  What could your next step toward trusting God more and worrying less look like?  Reflect  How does it feel knowing that God wants you to cast all your cares on Him as it says in 1 Peter 5:7 and that we’re to be anxious for nothing as you read in Philippians 4:6–7? How does Matthew 6:19–34 help you to not worry so much about tomorrow? How does the good soil Jesus mentioned in His parable found in Luke 8:4–18 differ from the other soil He mentioned? How can you stay focused on what matters most like Mary in Luke 10:38– 42 instead of being distracted by good things like Martha?  How does Timothy’s genuine concern for the well-being of the Philippian church that the apostle Paul commended him for in Philippians 2:14–24 differ from unhealthy worry?    Respond (Use this prayer to start a conversation with God) “Dear God, thank You that I don’t have to be consumed with worry and anxious thoughts. Thank You that I can go to You with all my cares and concerns. Help me to keep trusting You no matter my circumstances.”         Discover more about the topics in this episode with these recommended resources Mentioned in this episode: Resilient  Bible Engagement and "The Power of 4": A Key to Spiritual Growth| Center for Bible Engagement| Our Daily Bread  Listen: Resilient  Don’t Worry!  Read: The Resilient Life  How Can We Put Our Worries to Work for Us? Watch: Uncovering Resilient Faith with Lina AbuJamra (Unshakable Moxie) Worrying Steals Your Days - Luke 12:25  
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  Paul, the Runner 07.06.2026 1h 1min

  The apostle Paul often used the theme of running in his letters. Discover what he might have been trying to tell us through his running metaphor. Receive The apostle Paul often used the metaphor of running a race to remind his readers, and us, how important it is to run our race well. In his letter to the Corinthian church, Paul encouraged believers to run away from sin and temptation and to run toward God.  What have you been running toward lately? Is there something you need to flee from in your life so you can pursue God instead? What could your next step of running toward God look like? Reflect  How can you run away from sin and temptation as the apostle Paul wrote in 1 Corinthians 6:18 and 1 Corinthians 10:14? What does it look like to “run in such a way” as it says in 1 Corinthians 9:24? According to 1 Corinthians 9:26–27, why is it important to be disciplined along your Christian journey? Based on 1 Corinthians 14:1, what are we to be running toward?  Respond (Use this prayer to start a conversation with God) “Dear God, thank You that You are with me as I run the race You have set before me. Help me to run away from sin and temptation and run to You with my whole heart. Thank You that Your Holy Spirit can empower me to run my race well.”      Discover more about the topics in this episode with these recommended resources Mentioned in this episode: In Pursuit of Paul Listen: Paul Through Mediterranean Eyes  Paul, the Letter Writer | Week 1  Paul, the Letter Writer | Week 2  Read: The More Excellent Way: What Paul Actually Means in 1 Corinthians 13  Spiritual Disciplines | Running the Race  Watch: Why Do We Have to Struggle? | 1 Corinthians 10:13  Cleansing the Body and Spirit – 2 Corinthians 7:1  
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  In God's Presence 31.05.2026 1h 7min

  In a sense, you could say that the entire Bible is about God’s desire to dwell with his people. Immanuel—God with us. Experiencing God’s presence is what we were created for. And we are promised in Scripture that if we seek God, we will find Him. But how do we experience the presence of God when we don’t see Him or feel like He’s with us? Well, in this series of conversations with Dr. David Mathewson, the Discover the Word group explores how experiencing God’s presence can be a regular practice and experience of God’s people. And time In His Presence can transform, heal, and empower us. Receive From Genesis to Revelation, the Bible is the story of God dwelling with His people. We were created to commune with God, but it can be challenging since we can’t see or feel Him. How can you experience God’s presence on a regular basis? Is there something hindering you from spending time in God’s Word and in prayer and worship so you can experience His transforming, empowering, and healing presence and power in your life? God longs to make His presence known to you.  What could your next step toward seeking God’s presence look like?  Reflect  How does Genesis 1–2 reveal God’s desire from the very beginning to dwell among His people?  According to Hebrews 4:11, why is spending time with God so important? How do you feel knowing that we have access to God the Father through His Son Jesus as it says in Hebrews10:19–22?  What did the Bible figures mentioned throughout Hebrews 11 get commended for and how can that encourage you on your journey? What helped the psalmist in Psalm 73 go from despair to hope? Even now, how can you gaze upon God’s beauty as it says in Psalm 27:4? How does Revelation 4–5 fill you with hope for what awaits in heaven?  Respond (Use this prayer to start a conversation with God) “Dear God, thank You that You long to spend time with me. Thank You that I can feel Your presence even though I can’t see You. Help me as I seek to feel Your loving, healing, and empowering presence in my life. Thank You that in Your presence, there is fullness of joy!”       Discover more about the topics in this episode with these recommended resources Mentioned in this episode: 30 Days in God's Presence  by Dr. David Mathewson from Denver Seminary and Jennifer J Fitzgerald   Listen: What Is Faith?  Does Sabbath Still Matter? Read: In His Presence  The Promise of Presence - John 14:15–17, 25–31  Watch: Hebrews 11:1 - Biblical Faith  Revelation 4:8 | Holy, Holy, Holy  
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  Nicodemus (John 3) 24.05.2026 1h 5min

  What did Jesus mean when He told Nicodemus that he must be “born again”? Join us as we explore Jesus’ conversation with Nicodemus. Discover why the concept was so difficult for Nicodemus to grasp and why we also sometimes struggle with the truth that is so central to the Christian faith. Receive Jesus often said things that unsettled the very people who thought they understood God best. When He told Nicodemus he must be “born again,” it didn’t fit his framework—and he struggled to receive it. Where might the same be true for you? Is there anything—assumptions, expectations, past experiences—that could be shaping how you hear Jesus’ words today? Ask God to gently reveal and release anything that’s getting in the way. Nicodemus didn’t understand everything at first, but he kept moving toward Jesus—stepping out of the shadows, speaking up, and showing up when it mattered most. What might your next step toward Jesus look like? Reflect  Read John 3. As you reflect on the chapter, what stands out to you?   Why do you think Nicodemus struggled to understand the meaning of being “born again” that Jesus mentioned in John 3:1–4? According to John 3:5–15, why must Jesus’ followers be “born again”? Based on  John 7:50–51 and John 19:38–42, do you think Nicodemus eventually understood what it meant to be “born again” and became a follower of Jesus? How does John 3:16–17 encourage you as you read about God’s immense love for you? Respond (Use this prayer to start a conversation with God) “Dear God, thank You that by Your Holy Spirit I can be born into Your kingdom. Thank You for renewing and cleansing me. Help me overcome any baggage that may be hindering me from completely receiving Your gift of eternal life through Your Son Jesus’ sacrificial death and resurrection. Help me as I seek to live for You.”      Discover more about the topics in this episode with these recommended resources Mentioned in this episode: I Am the Way   The Chosen Season 1, Episode 2  The Chosen Season 1, Episode 7  Listen: The Pharisees Week 1  For God So Loved   Read: Love: What does Jesus see when he looks at me?  The Gospel Here and Now  Jesus and Nicodemus    Watch: God Loves You!  God’s Daily Love
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  What's with All the Trees? 17.05.2026 1h 4min

  The word “trees” shows up more than 200 times in the Bible. Discover why it may not just be “the heavens that declare the glory of God” but also trees.Receive The Bible mentions trees more than 200 times throughout the Old and New Testament. From Genesis to Psalms to Matthew and into Revelation, it seems as though many significant theological events in the Bible are marked by a tree. As we consider the significance behind many of the trees included throughout Scripture, may we discover that not only do the heavens declare the glory of God, but so do trees. As we ponder the crucial role trees play in how the story of the Bible is told, let’s look for God’s fingerprints wherever we see a tree or a branch or a bush or a root or some kind of fruit mentioned in a passage. And as we notice the trees in our world a little more, may they help point us to God. Reflect Read the verses connected with this episode below. As you reflect on the Scripture, what stands out to you?   Genesis 18:1 Genesis 21:33 Deuteronomy 16:21–22 Judges 9:8–15 1 Kings 19:4–5a Isaiah 11:1  Jeremiah 1:11  Ezekiel 17:24  Daniel 4:10–12  John 1:48–50  In Genesis 2:4–9 and Genesis 2:16–17 we read about the tree of knowledge. Why did God want to protect Adam and Eve from this one tree? How do Psalm 1:3, Psalm 52:8, Psalm 92:12, and Proverbs 15:4 describe what it looks like to be flourishing in our Christian life?   What can we learn from the warning we read in Matthew 7:15–20? How do Acts 5:30, Romans 11:17–18, and Galatians 3:13 point to Jesus redeeming us from our sin?      How do the mentions of the tree of life found in Revelation 2:7 and Revelation 22:1–2 encourage you? Based on Psalm 1:3, Matthew 7:15–20, Luke 6:43–45, and James 3:12, what are some of the signs of a good tree vs. a bad tree?  Respond (Use this prayer to start a conversation with God) “Dear God, thank You for telling us of Your goodness and glory even through trees. Help me to think of Your lovingkindness, provision, and protection when I read about the beautiful array of trees in Scripture and see the trees You have placed along my path. Help me to join the heavens and trees in declaring Your glory!” Discover more about the topics in this episode with these recommended resources Mentioned in this episode: Reclaim Today: Prayers for Ordinary Moments  The Hidden Life of Trees   Listen: The Orchard  The Connected Life Read: Wonder  How Firm a Foundation Watch: How Nature Makes God Visible Becoming The Tree God Intends Us To Be
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  Tables in the Story of God - Week 2 10.05.2026 1h 6min

  The Bible is filled with feasts and tables set for God’s people. Discover the significance of these meals and gatherings and why they still matter today.Receive God delights in setting a table for His people. From the last supper Jesus shared with His disciples before His sacrificial death to the meals He shared with His disciples after His glorious resurrection, there are various lovely moments of fellowship between Jesus and His followers recorded for us in Scripture. The early church also knew the importance of breaking bread together. As we consider the meals mentioned in the Old and New Testaments and the greatest wedding banquet that’s still to come mentioned in Revelation, may we rejoice in knowing that God lovingly provides for our every need.   Reflect What do Matthew 9:9–13, Luke 19:1–10, and Luke 7:34 teach us about who is invited to the Lord’s table? Why does Jesus’ last supper with His disciples recorded in Matthew 26:17–30, Mark 14:12–26, Luke 22:7–23, and John 13–17 still matter to us today? Why did Jesus break bread with His disciples even after His resurrection as mentioned in Luke 24:30–32 and John 21:1–14?   In Acts 2:42–27 we read about the early church sharing meals together. Why would that have been so important to them?   Isaiah 61:10–62:5 and Revelation 19:6–9 point to the church being the bride of Christ and look ahead to Jesus’ bridal banquet. How do these Bible verses help you understand how precious you are to God? Respond (Use this prayer to start a conversation with God) “Dear God, thank You for your love and faithfulness. Thank you for providing for my every need. Help me to trust You even more with every day that passes. Help me to live for You especially as the day of Your great bridal banquet approaches.”   Discover more about the topics in this episode with these recommended resources Mentioned in this episode: The Holy Land Series Listen: The Abundant God Sinners Dinners Read: The God Who Protects and Provides Humble Hearts, Open Hands Watch: Feast of Sukkah  Inviting Others to the Table
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  Tables in the Story of God - Week 1 03.05.2026 1h 3min

  Whether it’s in the Garden of Eden, Egypt, the wilderness, or a mountainside near the Sea of Galilee, God knows how to provide for His people. Let’s learn about the tables and meals in Scripture.Receive How lovely that the story of God happens around tables. From the farm-to-table picnic of lavish eating in the Garden of Eden, to the “fast food,” rushed meal during the first Passover, to God’s provision in the wilderness of heavenly food, on into the New Testament servings of a simple lunch to feed thousands, God delights in providing for His people. May we relish in knowing that God longs to fellowship with His people, including us, and a wonderful way He chooses to do so is to set a table for us. Reflect Read the verses connected with this episode below. As you reflect on the Scripture, what stands out to you? Genesis 1–3 Exodus 12:1–20 Exodus 16 Psalm 23:5  Matthew 14:13–21 Mark 6:30–44 Luke 9:13–17 John 6:1–13 How does Genesis 1:29–30 show God’s generosity toward Adam and Eve in the Garden of Eden? How does the Passover lamb mentioned in Exodus 12:12–13 point to the coming of Jesus, the Lamb of God? What does Exodus 16:13-20 teach us about God’s willingness and ability to provide for His people even in the wilderness? Psalm 23:5 says God prepares a table for you even in difficult situations. How does that give you courage? How does the miracle of Jesus feeding the 5,000 with just a simple lunch found in Matthew 14:13–21, Mark 6:30–44, Luke 9:13–17, and John 6:1–13 encourage you that God can provide for your needs?  Respond (Use this prayer to start a conversation with God) “Dear God, thank You for how You lovingly provide for Your people from generation to generation. Thank You for how You continue to faithfully provide for me. Help me to always believe that You alone can satisfy my every need.”  Discover more about the topics in this episode with these recommended resources Mentioned in this episode: The Holy Land Series Listen: The Abundant God Sinners Dinners Read: From Loaves to Love  Gardens and the History of Humanity  Watch: Are You Hungry?  Provision in Every Season
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  The Apocrypha 26.04.2026 1h 3min

  Discover the Jewish writings between the Testaments, known as the Apocrypha, and why they still matter for Christians today. Receive The books in the Apocrypha may be a mystery to us, but when we consider that they played a role in shaping Judaism during Jesus’ time and the apostle Paul’s life and that they would have influenced the early church, it may be worth learning about these ancient texts. Perhaps by being familiar with these writings, we’ll get a better understanding of the culture and teachings of the devout Jews who wrote them during the “silent years” between Malachi and Matthew, and we will discover how the writings may still influence us today. Reflect Read the verses connected with this episode below. As you reflect on the Scripture, what stands out to you? Mark 6:2 Matthew 6:12  Matthew 18:14–35  Luke 6:30–36 Philippians 3:6  Hebrews 1:1–4  Colossians 1:15–17 Could some of Jesus’ teaching referred to in Mark 6:2 have reminded listeners of some of the writings from devout Jews found in the Apocrypha?   When you read Jesus’ teachings about forgiveness found in Matthew 6:12, Matthew 18:14–35 and loving your enemies in Luke 6:30–36, do they echo some of the teachings found in the Apocrypha? Could Philippians 3:6 be an example of how the apostle Paul may have been influenced by the Apocrypha?  Could Hebrews 1:1–4 and Colossians 1:15–17 be examples of how the early church used language found in the Apocrypha to express their thoughts about Jesus? Respond (Use this prayer to start a conversation with God) “Dear God, thank You that I can learn about You and Your Son Jesus through the Bible. I also give thanks for writings that can help me learn about the culture and context of the years when You seemed to be silent. Help me to draw closer to You as I seek to learn more about You and Your marvelous ways.”  Discover more about the topics in this episode with these recommended resources Mentioned in this episode: The Apocrypha by David deSilva   Listen:  What the Bible Can Teach Us About Reading It The Bible Reset Read: The Preservation of the Bible Three Things to Know about the Bible's Story What Every Christian Needs to Know About Reading the Bible  Watch: Why Should You Read the Bible?
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  More Than Conquerors - Week 2 19.04.2026 1h 3min

   What are you conquering—or being conquered by? Explore how God’s surprising plan for His people to both conquer and be conquered is revealed throughout the Bible! Receive The word “conqueror” may make you feel uncomfortable for various reasons. But what if the Bible’s idea of conquest is better than we could ever imagine? As we ponder what it means for us to be more than conquerors through Him who loves us, let’s look to Jesus’ example of what it means to overcome. And let’s remember that His story isn’t over. May we be encouraged and remain confident that when it’s all said and done, Jesus will still be victorious.  Reflect Read the verses connected with this episode below. As you reflect on the Scripture, what stands out to you? Matthew 20:20–28 John 16:33 1 John 4–5 Revelation 12:13 According to Jesus in Matthew 20:20–28, what are the characteristics of a true leader? How does John 16:33 help to encourage you despite whatever you may be facing? How does 1 John 4–5 help you better understand that we overcome by being conquered by God’s love? Revelation 12:13 describes God’s ultimate victory. How does this encourage you as you remember that our story isn’t over? over? Respond (Use this prayer to start a conversation with God) “Dear God, thank You that You have made me more than a conquer through Your perfect love! Help me to remember that You have the ultimate victory and that You can help me through every battle that comes my way.” Discover more about the topics in this episode with these recommended resources Mentioned in this episode: Our Daily Bread Devotional in Print- https://go.odb.org/dtw-printsub  Our Daily Bread Mobile App - https://go.odb.org/appdownload-dtw  Explore the Devotional Collection from Our Daily Bread Publishing- https://go.odb.org/odbpdtw  Listen: More Than Conquerors Week 1 - https://go.odb.org/more-than-conquerorsw1  More Than Conquerors Week 2 https://go.odb.org/more-than-conquerorsw2   Read: Living in Light of Our Savior’s Victory - https://go.odb.org/living-in-light-dtw  Serving God and Others - https://go.odb.org/serving-god-and-others  Watch: Victorious in God - https://go.odb.org/victorious-in-god-dtw  The Empty Tomb Is Our Receipt - https://go.odb.org/the-empty-tomb-is-our-receipt 
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  More Than Conquerors - Week 1 12.04.2026 1h 3min

  Conquerors can be scary—but God’s power is different. Discover from Genesis to Revelation how He makes us more than conquerors!Receive The word “conqueror” can stir up many mixed feelings and rightfully so. But the idea of conquest is found in the Bible from Genesis to Revelation. What if instead of avoiding the complicated topic, we pondered how the Bible points to a better idea of conquering? As we ask God to help us overcome various trials and obstacles in our life, we can take courage knowing that we are more than conquerors though Him who loves us.   Reflect Read the verses connected with this episode below. As you reflect on the Scripture, what stands out to you? Romans 8:28-37 Genesis 3:1-7 Joshua 1:1-14 How does Romans 8:28-37 help you better understand what the apostle Paul meant when he said we are more than conquerors? How does Romans 8:31 boost your faith and courage as you seek to be more than a conqueror? How does Genesis 3:1-7 help you recognize the danger of trying to conquer God’s plan for your life? Joshua 1:1-14 describes how God was with Joshua during the conquest of the Promised Land. How can these verses help encourage you when you need to conqueror the giants of fear, doubt, or unforgiveness in your life?  Respond (Use this prayer to start a conversation with God) “Dear God, thank You that You are with me in every trial and battle I face. Thank You that I am more than a conqueror through You! Help me overcome any temptations or sin I’m struggling with in my life.”    Discover more about the topics in this episode with these recommended resources Mentioned in this episode: Our Daily Bread Devotional in Print- https://go.odb.org/dtw-printsub  Our Daily Bread Mobile App- https://go.odb.org/appdownload-dtw  Explore the Devotional Collection from Our Daily Bread Publishing- https://go.odb.org/odbpdtw  Listen: More Than Conquerors Week 1 - https://go.odb.org/more-than-conquerorsw1  More Than Conquerors Week 2 - https://go.odb.org/more-than-conquerorsw2   Read: Overcoming Fear - https://go.odb.org/overcoming-fear  Overcoming Worry - https://go.odb.org/overcoming-worry  Watch: Overcoming the Bullies  How to Win Against Injustice
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  Of First Importance 05.04.2026 1h 5min

   Overwhelmed by life’s headlines? 1 Corinthians 15 points to the news that truly matters: Jesus is risen! Receive Even though we live in an information-saturated world, we don’t have to be overwhelmed and distracted by all the news and headlines fighting for our attention. The apostle Paul wanted to remind the Corinthian church not to lose sight of what truly matters in life. The greatest good news of Jesus’ sacrificial death and resurrection is “Of First Importance”! No matter what time of the year it is, it’s always a good time to ponder and rejoice that Jesus overcame sin and death.  He is risen! He is risen indeed!   Reflect Read the verses connected with this episode below. As you reflect on the Scripture, what stands out to you? 1 Corinthians 15:3-8 Acts 1 How does 1 Corinthians 15:3-8 help you better understand why Jesus’ sacrificial death and resurrection is so crucial to our Christian faith? How does 1 Corinthians 15:3-8 help you celebrate the greatest good news of Jesus’ resurrection not just at Easter time but all throughout the year? Acts 1:3 describes various times Jesus appeared to His disciples after His resurrection. How can this truth strengthen your faith that Jesus truly has overcome sin and death?  Jesus promised to send the Holy Spirit to His disciples in Acts 1:4, 8 to help them be His witnesses to the ends of the earth. How can this inspire you as you seek to share the good news of Jesus with others? Respond (Use this prayer to start a conversation with God) “Dear Jesus, thank You that You died for my sins, rose from the dead, and You conquered sin and death. Help me to remember and celebrate Your glorious resurrection all throughout the year. Help me to be Holy Spirt–led as I share Your good news with others.  Discover more about the topics in this episode with these recommended resources Mentioned in this episode: Immerse: The Reading Bible: Messiah  - https://go.odb.org/messiah26-dtw  Listen: It Is Finished.- https://go.odb.org/it-is-finished26-dtw  Read: Thinking About Resurrection - https://go.odb.org/thinking-about-resurrection  Hunting for Resurrection Hope - https://go.odb.org/hunting-for-resurrection-hope A Joyful Easter: 7-day Devotional Reading Plan - https://go.odb.org/a-joyful-easter26-dtw  Watch: Jesus, the Resurrection - Daily Devotion Jerusalem – The Cost of Forgiveness 
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  Cross Stations - Week 2 29.03.2026 1h 2min

  Come along with us as we continue tracing Jesus’ final steps in Scripture toward the crucifixion. Remember what He did for you by exploring where He stopped to speak with women and criminals, where He cared for His mother, died on the cross, and was buried. Follow our Savior’s journey to save us—and embrace how this can impact our lives today.Receive Christians once retraced Jesus’ final steps, pausing at “stations” to remember His sacrifice. In “Cross Stations,” we follow that path through Scripture. In part two, linger at the cross and the tomb as we reflect on the moment Jesus’ body is taken down and laid in the darkness, and consider what His death means for your faith today. Reflect Have you ever practiced the “Stations of the Cross”? If so, what was your experience? How do you respond now to this concept? The first cross station we identify is Jesus praying alone in the garden. Read Luke 22:39–46. Notice the setting and Jesus’ experience, and then think about how His prayer struggle has impacted the intimacy you now possess with God. Read Matthew 26:57–75 and 27:11–26. Where is Jesus in this cross station? What does He experience? How does His endurance affect you today? Consider the torture Jesus endured as you read Matthew 27:27–31. Can you stand with Him at this cross station and receive what He has done for you? Jesus carried His own cross until Simon of Cyrene was enlisted to help Him in John 19:17, Matthew 27:32–33, and Luke 23:26. How would you have responded if you were asked to help Jesus? Respond (Use this prayer to start a conversation with God)  “Dear Lord, You have shown us through Scripture that even small faith can be used for Your glory. Reveal to me where my faith is lacking and help me to surrender my disbelief to Your perfect plan. In Jesus’ name, amen.” Discover more about the topics in this episode with these recommended resources Listen: It Is Finished - https://go.odb.org/it-is-finished-dtw  Life After Easter - https://go.odb.org/life-after-easter-dtw  Forgiveness, the Story of Easter - https://go.odb.org/forgiveness-the-story-of-easter-dtw  Read: The Perfect Savior - https://go.odb.org/the-perfect-savior-dtw  A Rumor of Hope | The Good News of Easter - https://go.odb.org/a-rumor-of-hope-the-good-news-of-easter  40 Days. 40 Words. - https://go.odb.org/40-days-40-words-dtw  Messiah’s Last Words Reading Plan - https://go.odb.org/messiahs-last-words-easter-reflections-dtw  Watch: Walk in Jesus’ footsteps with The Holy Land: Connecting the Land with Its Stories (Season 4) - https://go.odb.org/the-good-land-dtw
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  Cross Stations - Week 1 22.03.2026 1h 3min

  Have you ever traced Jesus’ final steps in Scripture toward the crucifixion? Come along with us as we explore where Jesus prayed alone, was betrayed and arrested, tried and condemned, mocked, and carried His cross with Simon’s help. Let these moments in the Bible help you experience our Savior’s journey to save us.Receive Early Christian pilgrims once walked the path Jesus took to the cross, stopping at “stations” to remember His suffering and love. In “Cross Stations,” we slow down with Scripture and reflect on those moments together. In part one, follow Jesus from Gethsemane through His trial to the moment He carried His cross—and take time to consider how His sacrifice speaks into your own faith and life today. Reflect Have you ever practiced the “Stations of the Cross”? If so, what was your experience? How do you respond now to this concept? The first cross station we identify is Jesus praying alone in the garden. Read Luke 22:39–46. Notice the setting and Jesus’ experience, and then think about how His prayer struggle has impacted the intimacy you now possess with God. Read Matthew 26:57–75 and 27:11–26. Where is Jesus in this cross station? What does He experience? How does His endurance affect you today? Consider the torture Jesus endured as you read Matthew 27:27–31. Can you stand with Him at this cross station and receive what He has done for you? Jesus carried His own cross until Simon of Cyrene was enlisted to help Him in John 19:17, Matthew 27:32–33, and Luke 23:26. How would you have responded if you were asked to help Jesus? Respond (Use this prayer to start a conversation with God)  “Dear Lord, You have shown us through Scripture that even small faith can be used for Your glory. Reveal to me where my faith is lacking,and help me to surrender my disbelief to Your perfect plan. In Jesus’ name, amen.” Discover more about the topics in this episode with these recommended resources Listen: It Is Finished - https://go.odb.org/it-is-finished-dtw  Life After Easter - https://go.odb.org/life-after-easter-dtw  Forgiveness, the Story of Easter - https://go.odb.org/forgiveness-the-story-of-easter-dtw  Read: The Perfect Savior - https://go.odb.org/the-perfect-savior-dtw  A Rumor of Hope | The Good News of Easter - https://go.odb.org/a-rumor-of-hope-the-good-news-of-easter  40 Days. 40 Words. - https://go.odb.org/40-days-40-words-dtw  Messiah’s Last Words Reading Plan Watch: Walk in Jesus’ footsteps with The Holy Land: Connecting the Land with Its Stories (Season 4) 
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  Rediscovering Friendship 15.03.2026 1h 4min

  Friendships are an essential part of our lives but many of us struggle to build healthy ones. Rediscover how friendships can be nurtured by exploring Jesus’ friendship with Mary, Martha, and Lazarus.ReceiveJesus demonstrated the importance of friendship throughout the Gospels. His relationship with the Bethany siblings—Mary, Martha, and Lazarus—provides a great example of how much we need friends in our own lives, and how much we need to be a friend. Engaging in healthy communication, being dependable, growing with each other, and sharing celebrations can help our friendships flourish!ReflectRead the verses connected with this episode below. As you reflect on the Scripture, what stands out to you? John 15:9-16 Luke 10:38-42 John 11:1-6, 21, 25, 32 John 12:1-3 How does John 15:9-16 help you better understand Jesus’ plan for friendship? Martha and Mary demonstrate their friendship with Jesus in Luke 10:38-42. How can this nurture your friendships? Martha and Mary depended on Jesus to save their brother in John 11:1-6, 21, 25, 32. How can this inspire you to be a dependable friend? John 12:1-3 describes a celebration shared with friends (Mary, Martha, Lazarus, and Jesus). How might you share a celebration with friends in the near future?Respond(Use this prayer to start a conversation with God)“Jesus, thank You that You made us to live in friendship—with You and with other people You place in our lives. Help me to live into Your plan for friendship in my life. Help me to be a dependable friend and to take opportunities to share celebrations with my friends.”Discover more about the topics in this episode with these recommended resourcesMentioned in this episode: Friendship LabListen: Friendship | Week 1 Friendship | Week 2Read: Deep Friendship in Christ 7 Bible Stories to Deepen Your FriendshipsWatch: The Heart of True FriendshipThe Deepest Friendship Exists