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A Moment of Hope
Begin your day with a "Moment of Hope." This podcast is a compliment to David and Marilynn's weekday devotional - providing deeper insights and encouragement. Featuring Jenn Houston.
Episodes
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A Life of Hope: Read Christian Biographies
by David Chadwick We all should seek to develop a life of faith, hope, and love. But how? This week, we are looking specifically at cultivating a life of hope…
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A Life of Hope: Read Biblical Stories
by David Chadwick A life of faith, hope and love is characteristic of the Christian walk. How do you cultivate a life of hope? Yesterday, we talked about…
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A Life of Hope: Remember Your Story
by David Chadwick Last week, we looked at what it takes to develop a life of faith. This week, I want to talk about how to develop a life of hope. Hope is one…
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A Life of Faith: Our Sins Forgiven
by David Chadwick This week we are looking at how to develop a life of faith. The only definition of faith found in the Bible is found in Hebrews 11:1, "Now…
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A Life of Faith: When Life is Dark
by David Chadwick We are practicing developing a life of faith. To be people of faith, we must increase our faith beyond what our human minds can comprehend…
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A Life of Faith: Just Say the Word
by David Chadwick We are learning how to develop a life of faith. To strengthen muscles that can be used to stand in victory no matter what is happening around…
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A Life of Faith: Faith Like a Child
by David Chadwick All throughout Scripture, we see that Jesus loved children. He regularly used children and the characteristics and personality traits of a…
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A Life of Faith: Increase Your Faith
by David Chadwick The only definition of faith found in the Bible is found in Hebrews 11:1. Now faith is the assurance of things hoped for, the convictions of…
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Courage in Culture: Remember Other Success Stories
by David Chadwick We are wrapping up a two week look at how to have courage in culture. I have sought to impart principles to you that will help you stand when…
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Courage in Culture: You Just May be Promoted
by David Chadwick We have two more principles to look at for how to stand courageously in culture. You must know your decision before you make it. Walking in…
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Courage in Culture: Remember Who Your True Boss Is
by David Chadwick Always remember who your true boss is! It's the next principle I want to give you to have courage in culture! In a world that wants you to…
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Courage in Culture: Your Mission Field is Between Your Feet
by David Chadwick The definition of courage is "the mental or moral strength to venture, persevere, and withstand danger, fear, or difficulty." You must decide…
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Courage in Culture: No Age Limit
by David Chadwick Last week we began to look at a series of ways to stand courageously in culture. I believe we are in uncertain times where we must be…
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Courage in Culture: Love Your Enemies
by David Chadwick To finish this week's principles on how to have courage in culture, here is another truth: Love your enemies. We know we must decide…
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Courage in Culture: Expect Resistance
by David Chadwick George Washington used to say, "The best way to prevent a war is to prepare for it." In an increasingly godless culture, we must prepare…
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Courage in Culture: Speak the Truth in Love
by David Chadwick We are taking two weeks to look at how to have courage in culture. We must decide beforehand what our answer will be before we ever have to…
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Courage in Culture: Know the Truth
by David Chadwick We must have courage in our culture. How can we? Are there some biblical insights that can help us do so? Yes, there are! And we are going to…
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Courage in Culture: Decide Beforehand
by David Chadwick Courage. Defined as "the mental or moral strength to venture, persevere, and withstand danger, fear, or difficulty." Throughout Scripture…
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Courage Under Fire: Open My Eyes, Lord
by Marilynn Chadwick We live in troubling times. No wonder many wrestle with anxiety. Let's be honest. There's no shortage of things to worry about. So how do…
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Courage Under Fire: Courage Takes the Next Step
by Marilynn Chadwick "Make a wish." "Wish upon a star." "I grant you three wishes." These are all lines from some of my favorite fairy tales. A wish is…
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Courage Under Fire: Behind Closed Doors
by Marilynn Chadwick There is strength in getting alone with God. Time with the Lord increases our courage. Jesus knew this full well. The Bible tells us he…
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Courage Under Fire: Courage When You Feel "Less Than"
by Marilynn Chadwick God loves us when we are weak, but he delights in making us strong. The Bible is filled with stories of how God empowers broken men and…
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Courage Under Fire: Doing Hard Things
by Marilynn Chadwick We've been exploring practical ways to increase our courage. We see in 1 Samuel 30:1-7 how King David strengthened himself after a…
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Courage Under Fire: Woman of Valor
by Marilynn Chadwic Who can find a woman of valor? (Proverbs 31:10 OJB) The dictionary defines valor as "courage and bravery in the face of danger." But the…
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Courage Under Fire: Becoming Like A Child Takes Courage
by Marilynn Chadwick Sometimes God provides a deep spiritual lesson when we least expect. While reading through Matthew's Gospel one day, I was struck by…
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Courage Under Fire: Laugh at our Fears
by Marilynn Chadwick She is clothed with strength and dignity; she can laugh at the days to come (Proverbs 31:25 NIV). Our daughter Bethany struggled with fear…
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Courage Under Fire: Mighty Man of Valor
David and Marilynn Chadwick join Jenn Houston in a discussion about today's blog.
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Courage Under Fire: Love Makes Us Brave
by Marilynn Chadwick I agree with Indiana Jones: "I hate snakes!" Maybe some of you share my distaste for these slithery reptiles. A while back, when cleaning…
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Wait Training: Daily Disciplines are Connected to Hope
by Marilynn Chadwick "Endure hardship as discipline; God is treating you as his children. For what children are not disciplined by their father?" (Hebrews 12:7…
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Wait Training: Don't Try This Alone
by Marilynn Chadwick During my hardest days of waiting for a baby, there were certain friends who breathed fresh faith into my soul just when I wanted to quit…
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Wait Training: All I Want is What I Want When I Want It
by Marilynn Chadwick "I'm sorry," the nurse said gently, "you are not pregnant." I sat stunned. All signs had pointed to pregnancy. It looked like our long…
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Wait Training: Anchor for the Soul
by Marilynn Chadwick "We have this hope as an anchor for the soul, firm and secure" (Hebrews 6:19a NIV). God's strength can help us keep our hope alive. Hope…
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Wait Training: Delay is Not Denial
by Marilynn Chadwick "How do I hold onto my hopes and dreams when God seems silent?" The question came from a good friend and a sincere follower of Christ. Her…
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The Importance of God's Word: Jesus Believed the Word to be True
by David Chadwick The full armor of God must be put on each and every day as we face the wiles and tactics of the enemy. As we learn to guard ourselves, we…
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The Importance of God's Word: Predictive Prophecy Supports It
by David Chadwick God's Word is so important. Followers of Jesus must adhere to its accuracy and demands. It's not a theoretical suggestion. It's the heart of…
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The Importance of God's Word: Archaeological Evidence Supports It
by David Chadwick We are taking time this week to deeply examine the sword of the Spirit, which is the Word of God. This part of the full armor of God is the…
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The Importance of God's Word: Manuscript Evidence Supports It
by David Chadwick This week, we are taking a deeper look into the last piece in the armor of God, the sword of the Spirit, which is the Word of God. Hebrews…
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The Importance of God's Word: The Sword of the Spirit
by David Chadwick Last week, we looked at all but one part of the full armor of God. Today, and throughout this entire week, we will look at the final needed…
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Putting on the Full Armor of God: The Shoes with the Readiness of the Gospel of Peace
by David Chadwick This week, we have been looking at the full armor of God, being intentional to learn how to put it on piece by piece. The shoes with the…
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Putting on the Full Armor of God: The Helmet of Salvation
by David Chadwick The next piece in the armor of God is the helmet of salvation. We are called to have the mind of Christ (1 Corinthians 2:16). To think like…
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Putting on the Full Armor of God: The Shield of Faith
by David Chadwick The full armor of God is to be put on by every believer to protect us from Satan's attacks during perilous times. The next piece is the…
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Putting on the Full Armor of God: The Breastplate of Righteousness
by David Chadwick This week we are going through each of the pieces in the armor of God. In order to be protected, we must apply the full armor of God. The…
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Putting on the Full Armor of God: The Belt of Truth
by David Chadwick We are taking the next five days to look at the full armor of God found in Ephesians 6:10-20. Dear friends, our war is not against flesh and…
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Ordinary Heroes: Finish Strong
by Marilynn Chadwick When people meet my 95-year-old father, they often ask, "What's his secret? How does your dad look so young and stay so sharp?" Daddy…
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Ordinary Heroes: Embrace Daily Wonder
by Marilynn Chadwick Sometimes an ordinary person assumes hero proportions only after we hear their story. Such was the case with one of my seminary…
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Ordinary Heroes: Join the Resistance
by Marilynn Chadwick Submit yourselves, then, to God. Resist the devil and he will flee from you (James 4:7 NIV). I've long been inspired by the vibrant faith…
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Ordinary Heroes: A Warrior Mom
by Marilynn Chadwick I still marvel when I remember the beautiful young mother I once met in a tiny country in a forgotten corner of the world. She was a…
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Ordinary Heroes: The Least of These
by Marilynn Chadwick Barbara was one of the most inspiring real-life heroes I've ever known. This vibrant woman with a giant heart and an easy laugh was also a…
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Ordinary Heroes: Dare to Dream Big
by Marilynn Chadwick A sense of calling in life is vital for anyone. The Bible says, "Where there is no vision, the people perish" (Proverbs 29:18a KJV). Moms…
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Ordinary Heroes: Don't Let the Devil Steal Your Dream
by Marilynn Chadwick Sometimes, our toughest battles are for our God-given dreams. I wonder if some wars are harder than others because the enemy knows the…
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Ordinary Heroes: Hold Onto Hope
by Marilynn Chadwick Have you ever faced a trial so painful you couldn't endure the weight of it? A trial so dark that the enemy taunts you with lies whispered…
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Ordinary Heroes: Live a Faithful Life
by Marilynn Chadwick Sometimes you find heroes in the most unlikely places. I'm referring to those ordinary folks who are quietly living faithful lives—in my…
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Ordinary Heroes: Heroes Give us Hope
by Marilynn Chadwick Are there times in your life when you feel fresh out of strength and empty of courage? Perhaps you've been enduring a long trial. You've…
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The Power of Thankfulness: Being Thankful Makes Us Happier
by Marilynn Chadwick The sign in front of a small country church caught my eye: "It's not happy people who are the most thankful. Rather it's thankful people…
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The Power of Thankfulness: Being Thankful Makes Us Healthier
by Marilynn Chadwick Can practicing thankfulness actually improve your health? Some seem to think so. I read about a study in which participants were asked to…
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The Power of Thankfulness: Strategic Thankfulness
by Marilynn Chadwick I remember an old Tarzan movie in which the famed ape man was peering at a droplet of water through a microscope. Tarzan was shocked to…
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The Power of Thankfulness: Thankful. Period.
by Marilynn Chadwick Thankful. One simple word—thankful, emblazoned across the front of a woman's t-shirt, caught my eye. There was a period at the end of what…
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The Power of Thankfulness: Behold, I Am the Lord!
by Marilynn Chadwick One day I was outside on my deck enjoying the quiet when suddenly, two fighter jets flew overhead at a very low altitude. Their roar was…
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The Power of Thankfulness: Antidote to Entitlement
by Marilynn Chadwick It's hard to be thankful for something you think you deserve. The world is full of people who believe their parents, their schools, or…
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The Power of Thankfulness: Lo and Behold!
by Marilynn Chadwick By prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God (Philippians 4:6b NIV). How often do you approach your prayer time…