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You're not alone!
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
Episodes
- You're not alone!
Episode 393: Episode 393 : A Change in Policy : Acts 10:34
I think it’s reasonable to say that we all want to be treated fairly. We do not like it when favoritism is shown and the result hurts us. But what about God?…
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Episode 392: Episode 392 : A bird in the temple : Psalm 84:1-4
Birds were used in the temple for sacrifices. They also at times flew in and made nests. Listen and learn why God was o.k. with this and how it helps us…
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Episode 391: Episode 391 : A blind man's question : Hebrews 11:25-27
A blind man asked St. Anthony “What could be worse than losing sight? He probably thought nothing could be worse. But that’s not what St. Anthony said. Listen…
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Episode 390: Episode 390 : I do not understand the logic : Luke 3:21-22
The Bible teaches that sinners are to be baptized. Jesus was not a sinner. So why then was Jesus baptized? Listen and be encouraged. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2025
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Episode 389: Episode 389 : Extra pounds and resolutions : Proverbs 2:1-6
With the coming of a new year, we find a diet and exercise are needed. Is the same true spiritually? Listen and be encouraged. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2025
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Episode 388: Episode 388 : The story behind Ebenezer : 1 Samuel 7:12
Did you know the story behind the name ebenezer Scrooge? It is more than a Christmas story and can help us enter this new year. Listen and be encouraged…
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Episode 387: Episode 387 : Christmas Gifts : Luke 2:11
Christmas gifts are fun, and enjoyable. They demonstrate a generous heart. Lets not forget the origin of all gift giving this Christmas. Listen and be…
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Episode 386: Episode 385 : The body and the heart : Ezekiel 36:26
The human body has a heart. Without a living heart a person cannot live and communicate with others. The heart can be understood as more than a physical heart…
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Episode 385: Episode 385 : The body and the hands: 1 John1:1-3
The human body has many parts. Each part helps a person live and communicate with the world around. Our hands can do so much more than a dog’s paw. Even so…
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Episode 384: Episode 384 : The body and the feet : Psalm 116:7-8
The human body has many parts. Each part helps a person live and communicate with the world around. Our feet take us places to connect and reconnect with…
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Episode 383: Episode 383 : The body and the eyes : Mark 7:32-35
The human body has many parts. Each part helps a person live and communicate with the world around. When a person’s eyes have a speck of saw dust in them, that…
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Episode 382: Episode 382 : When facing National uncertainty : Psalm 146:1-5
All nations go through times of uncertainty. A change in leadership can create fear in the people. No change in leadership can do the same. So what do…
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Episode 381: Episode 381 : The body and the ears : Mark 7:32-35
The human body has many parts. Each part helps a person live and communicate with the world around. When a person’s ears do not hear, that person can be cut…
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Episode 380: Episode 380 : Are robots human : Psalm 139:13-14
Robots are showing up everywhere in life. They can do many things humans do and often do them better. So what should humans think of this? Listen and be…
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Episode 379: Episode 379 : The heart of the matter : Mark 7:15
Jesus and his disciples were accused of not washing their hands. He used this covid-like situation to clarify a spiritual point. Listen and be encouraged…
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Episode 378: Episode 378 : A straight path : Psalm 27:11
When running arrands, most often the objective is a straight path from place to place. This will not waste gas or time. When living life, what is the…
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Episode 377: Episode 377 : Dizzy and dehydrated : Psalm 42:1-5
Dizziness was the result of being dehydrated. Drinking lots of water resolved the issue. How about other issues? Do we do something about them when we know the…
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Episode 376: Episode 376 : When fear comes to your heart : Isaiah 35:4-6
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
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
Every country and every state deals with invasive species. Japan with raccoons, Florida with python snakes, Missouri with the Nutria, a South American rodent…
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Episode 373: Episode 373 : Doing a lot when in a hospital bed : Galatians 5:13
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…
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Episode 372: Episode 372 : Kids at play : Ephesians 5:1
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…
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Episode 371: Episode 371 : The Olympic Games : 1 Corinthians 9:24-27
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…
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Episode 370: Episode 370 : Real Value : Colossians 3:3-4
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
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…
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Episode 368: Episode 368 : Growing plants in the garden : John 15:1-2
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…
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Episode 367: Episode 367 : The northern lights : Psalm 147:1-11
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…
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Episode 366: Episode 366 : Praying for the government : 1 Timothy 2:1-2
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…
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Episode 365: Episode 365 : Another story from prison : 1 Corinthians 15:58
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…
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Episode 364: Episode 364 : A different look at the eclipse : Acts 2:19-22
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…
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Episode 363: Episode 363 : Holiday foods and feasting : Isaiah 25:6-8
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…
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Episode 362: Episode 362 : A real head scratcher : 1 Peter 1:18-19
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…
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Episode 361: Episode 361 : Playing the hand you are dealt : Matthew 5:16
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…
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Episode 360: Episode 360 : The most difficult story in the Bible : Genesis 22:1-14
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
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
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
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…
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Episode 356: Episode 356 : A look at hell: Galatians 5:22-23
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…
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Episode 355: Episode 355 : Kidneys and blood : 1 John 1:7
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…
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Episode 354: Episode 354 : A different kind of king : Proverbs 19:12
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…
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Episode 353: Episode 353 : The whole story : Isaiah 7:14
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…
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Episode 352: Episode 352 : Silence is broken : Luke 1:20
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…
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Episode 351: Episode 351 : Thankful : Psalm 107:8
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…
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Episode 350: Episode 350 : A stamp of validation : Ephesians 1:13-14
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…
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Episode 349: Episode 349 : Peace : Matthew 5:9
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…
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Episode 348: Episode 348 : My dog teaches me about God : Isaiah 43:25
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…
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Episode 347: Episode 347 : Cowboy heroes : Mark 15:31-32
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…
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Episode 346: Episode 346 : A cup of coffee : John 15:15
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
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…