Walk Talks

Pride has a way of convincing us that we are stronger, wiser, and more secure than we really are. In Daniel 4, King Nebuchadnezzar stands at the height of his power, only to discover that God is able to humble even the greatest ruler on earth. His remarkable story serves as a sobering reminder that "those that walk in pride he is able to abase." In this episode of  Take Courage: A Study...

Culture has always demanded conformity. From the plains of Babylon to the pressures believers face today, God's people are continually confronted with the choice of following the crowd or remaining faithful to Him. Daniel 3 records one of the most memorable accounts in all of Scripture. When King Nebuchadnezzar commanded every nation and people to bow before his golden image, three young Hebre...

The kingdoms of this world rise and fall, but one King reigns forever. In this episode of  Take Courage , Malachi Herbster explores Daniel 2:31–49 and Nebuchadnezzar's remarkable dream of a great image representing successive world empires. As Daniel unfolds God's prophetic revelation, we see the sovereignty of God over human history and the certainty that every earthly kingdom will eventu...

What do you do when faced with a problem that is bigger than your ability to solve? In this episode of  Take Courage , Malachi Herbster walks through Daniel 2:1-30 and the crisis surrounding King Nebuchadnezzar's troubling dream. As Daniel and his friends faced an impossible situation, they didn't rely on their own wisdom or panic in fear—they took time to seek God. Discover how godly wisd...

In this episode of  Take Courage , Malachi Herbster explores Daniel 1:5–21 and the courageous stand of a young man determined to honor God in a foreign culture. Faced with pressure to conform to Babylon’s values, Daniel purposed in his heart to remain faithful to the Lord. This passage reminds believers that courage begins with conviction and that God blesses those who choose obedience over compro...

Welcome to the introductory episode of our 10-week study through the book of Daniel. In this opening lesson, Malachi Herbster examines the historical and spiritual context surrounding Daniel 1:1–4, tracing how the nation of Israel’s persistent rebellion against God ultimately led to their Babylonian captivity. Drawing heavily from the historical books of Scripture, this episode connects the events...

In a world hostile to truth, how does a believer stand with courage? Join Malachi Herbster for  Take Courage , a 10-part podcast series through the book of Book of Daniel. From fiery furnaces to lions’ dens, from pagan kings to prophetic visions, Daniel reveals what it means to remain faithful to God in a culture that pressures believers to compromise. Throughout this series, listeners will discov...

What does real spiritual growth actually look like? In a world where outward expressions of faith can be mistaken for genuine transformation, it’s easy to confuse activity with authenticity. How can we tell the difference between what is truly the work of God and what is simply human effort? In this Friday Focus episode, we explore the nature of genuine spiritual advancement—what it is, what it is...

In this final episode of  The Word Within , we pause to reflect on the journey through Psalm 119 and bring its truths into focus one last time. After walking stanza by stanza through this “little Bible,” we now step back to hear the psalm as a whole and consider what it means for our daily lives. Together, we revisit four key themes that have shaped our study—heart-delight, heart-dedication, heart...

Amy Herbster joins Emily and Emaley for a meaningful Friday Focus conversation centered on God’s transforming work in a believer’s life. In this episode, Amy shares her personal salvation testimony and how the Lord led her to turn away from worldly influences—including a shift in her perspective on music. She also opens up about the unique blessings and spiritual focus that come from life in a tra...

As our journey through Psalm 119 draws near its conclusion, this second-to-last episode brings a powerful and personal focus:  Deepening Dependence . In this devotional from Psalm 119:169–176, Mike Herbster highlights the psalmist’s urgent cries for understanding, deliverance, and help—revealing a heart that has learned to rely fully on God. These final verses shift from confident declarations to...

In this episode of Friday Focus, Malachi sits down with Levi Gillespie, this summer’s Red Team leader, for a behind-the-scenes look at his heart, his story, and his excitement for the months ahead. Levi shares his personal salvation testimony, giving listeners a glimpse of how the Lord worked in his life and led him to where he is today. From his journey to Southland to the key moments that shaped...

This episode centers on the theme of  A Personal Commitment , drawn from Psalm 119. Rather than offering requests to God, the psalmist makes a series of bold declarations—“I will”—expressing a life anchored in devotion. True commitment is not merely professed; it is practiced. Through this passage, we are invited to examine whether our faith is simply spoken or genuinely lived out in daily choices...

In this episode of  Friday Focus , Malachi sits down with Micah Foerster, this summer’s Blue Team leader, for a behind-the-scenes look at his heart, his story, and his excitement for the months ahead. Micah shares his personal salvation testimony, giving listeners a glimpse of how the Lord worked in his life and led him to where he is today. From his journey to Southland to the key moments that sh...

In this episode, Malachi and Micah Herbster walk through Psalm 119:153–160 and uncover a powerful tension in the psalmist’s prayer life—two very different, yet deeply connected requests. Twice, the psalmist cries out, “ Consider …” “ Consider mine affliction, and deliver me: for I do not forget thy law.” (v. 153) “ Consider how I love thy precepts: quicken me, O LORD, according to thy lovingkindne...

On this Good Friday, we invite you to pause and reflect on the cross through a powerful message that leaves a lasting impression. In this unforgettable sermon, Evangelist Ron DeGarde opens Psalm 22 and reveals the vivid picture it paints of Christ’s suffering long before Calvary ever took place. From the cry of abandonment to the triumph of redemption, this passage draws us into the very heart of...

In this episode of  The Word Within , Scott Bratt joins us for a compelling challenge from Psalm 119:145–152 titled  “The Absence of Apathy.”  These verses reveal a believer crying out to God with his whole heart—rising early, longing for His Word, and clinging to His promises in the midst of affliction. There is nothing casual or indifferent about this kind of faith; it is marked by urgency, depe...

In this episode, Emily and Emaley sit down with Dynel Fuller to hear her powerful testimony of salvation and the transforming work of Christ in her life. Dynel shares how the Lord drew her out of a life marked by worldliness and into a relationship with Him, completely changing her desires, direction, and purpose. Her story is a beautiful reminder of God’s grace and His power to redeem and restore...

In this episode, we open God’s Word to Psalm 119:137–144, where the psalmist lifts high the righteousness of the Lord and the absolute rightness of His Word. Joined by Michael McIntyre, we explore how God’s judgments are true, His testimonies are pure, and His commandments are faithful altogether. In a world filled with shifting standards and uncertain truth, this passage anchors us in the unchang...

In this episode, Emily and Emaley sit down with Misty Pownell to hear the story of how the Lord brought her to faith in Jesus Christ. Misty shares her personal testimony of salvation and the ways God has faithfully led her life and ministry since that time. She also talks about the unique ministry she and her husband, Don, are involved in through ministry construction—serving churches, camps, and...

In this episode,  Cody Bill  joins the podcast to explore  Psalm 119:129–136 , a stanza that highlights the powerful imagery of  light and sight  in the Word of God. The psalmist describes God’s testimonies as  wonderful , the entrance of His Word as giving  light , and prays for God to open his eyes while grieving over those who ignore the truth. Through this passage, we walk through a simple thr...

On today's Friday Focus  podcast,  Malachi Herbster  sits down with  Erik Hanson  to talk about Erik’s journey into camp ministry and the ways the Lord used camp service to shape his life. Erik shares how God worked through his college years at camp to teach him practical lessons about service, growth, and faithfulness in everyday responsibilities. They also discuss the importance of discoveri...

In this episode, we arrive at the sixteenth stanza of Psalm 119 and discover a passage filled with action. The psalmist describes the actions of oppressors, his own responses of faith, and—most importantly—the powerful work of the Lord. While many actions are recorded, the emphasis ultimately falls on what God Himself does for His people. Psalm 119:121–123 introduces the psalmist as a man who has...

On this week’s Friday Focus, Emily and Emaley sit down with Nancy Hamilton for a heartfelt and practical conversation on cultivating a godly home, marriage, and family. Alongside her husband, who pastored Friendship Baptist Church from 1989–2024, Nancy invested decades in shepherding a local church family while faithfully raising six children who now serve the Lord around the world. Having recentl...

In this episode of The Word Within , Mike Herbster opens Psalm 119:113–120 and draws a sharp contrast between two ways of living—and two ways of thinking. In the face of opposition, the psalmist identifies the enemies of the godly and of God Himself as empty-thinkers, evildoers, the erring, and the wicked. But over against them stands a different kind of person: one who loves God’s law, hopes in H...