A Beautiful Day Devotional Podcast

Today we learn from Daniel that obedience to God's law is non-negotiable and unchangeable. Please join Pastor Jeff in this amazing podcast episode! Daniel 6:6-7 6 So these administrators and satraps went as a group to the king and said: "May King Darius live forever! 7 The royal administrators, prefects, satraps, advisers and governors have all agreed that the king should issue an edict and enforc...

Today Pastor Jeff shares more about Daniel. Daniel lived a life above reproach. He had been making good choices since he was young, always choosing to trust and follow God.   Daniel 6:3-4 3 Now Daniel so distinguished himself among the administrators and the satraps by his exceptional qualities that the king planned to set him over the whole kingdom. 4 At this, the administrators and the satraps t...

Happy Monday! Today, we're continuing our journey through the book of Daniel, exploring another king in Babylon, named Belshazzar. Pastor Jeff teaches the importance of understand and live by God's commands. Daniel 5:1-5 5 King Belshazzar gave a great banquet for a thousand of his nobles and drank wine with them. 2 While Belshazzar was drinking his wine, he gave orders to bring in the gold and sil...

Today is FRI-YAY ! And shout out day!! Pastor Jeff teaches us today that God's plans are always best for us, and that He humbles those who walk in pride. Daniel 4:36-37 36 At the same time that my sanity was restored, my honor and splendor were returned to me for the glory of my kingdom. My advisers and nobles sought me out, and I was restored to my throne and became even greater than before. 37 N...

Today Pastor Jeff shares about second chanches. God's essence is love, and because of that, He graciously offers us opportunities to make things right with Him.   Daniel 4:34-35 34 At the end of that time, I, Nebuchadnezzar, raised my eyes toward heaven, and my sanity was restored. Then I praised the Most High; I honored and glorified him who lives forever. His dominion is an eternal dominion; his...

Today Pastor Jeff teaches us that God speaks to us in many ways—through His Holy Spirit dwelling within us, through His Word, the Bible, and through the counsel of those around us.   Daniel 4:28-31 28 All this happened to King Nebuchadnezzar. 29 Twelve months later, as the king was walking on the roof of the royal palace of Babylon, 30 he said, "Is not this the great Babylon I have built as the ro...

Join Pastor Jeff today as he continues to share from the book of Daniel. God provides us chances to repent our sins every day. And there is only way to do that. it is by accepting Jesus as our Lord and Savior!   Daniel 4: 24,25 and 27 24 "This is the interpretation, Your Majesty, and this is the decree the Most High has issued against my lord the king: 25 You will be driven away from people and wi...

Happy Monday! Today Pastor Jeff reminds us that a life without God might seem comfy and filled with good stuff, but it's not the best life we can live. Daniel 4:4-5 4 I, Nebuchadnezzar, was at home in my palace, contented and prosperous. 5 I had a dream that made me afraid. As I was lying in bed, the images and visions that passed through my mind terrified me. 8 Finally, Daniel came into my presen...

It is FRI-YAY! And Pastor Jeff has a very special shout out. Today we learn that praising God should be a daily habit. Pastor Jeff encourages us to find ways to thank and praise God for all the incredible things He does in our lives. Daniel 4:2-3 2 It is my pleasure to tell you about the miraculous signs and wonders that the Most High God has performed for me. 3 How great are his signs, how mighty...

Pastor Jeff talks about promises today and he reminds us that God is with us, and He won't ever leave us alone. even if we don't know exactly how things would turn out. Isaiah 43:2 2 When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and when you pass through the rivers, they will not sweep over you. When you walk through the fire, you will not be burned; the flames will not set you ablaze.

Happy Valentines Day! Today we continue to learn about the story of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego. Pastor Jeff reminds us that this story teaches us something amazing about God – He has the power to protect us in tough times. Daniel 3:26-27 26 Nebuchadnezzar then approached the opening of the blazing furnace and shouted, "Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego, servants of the Most High God, come out! C...

Today Pastor Jeff will challenges us with some important questions. What do you believe about God? How does your belief in God shape the choices you make? Can you trust God even when things get tough, just like Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego? Daniel 3:24-25 24 Then King Nebuchadnezzar leaped to his feet in amazement and asked his advisers, "Weren't there three men that we tied up and threw into t...

Today we learn that Shadrach, Meshach were in a situation that was completely out of their control. But they knew one important thing. God was there with them.  Daniel 3:16-18 16 Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego replied to him, "King Nebuchadnezzar, we do not need to defend ourselves before you in this matter. 17 If we are thrown into the blazing furnace, the God we serve is able to deliver us from...

Today is FRI-YAY!! And shout out day! Pastor Jeff talks about how we can be a light in the world wherever God places us.  Daniel 2:46-48 46 Then King Nebuchadnezzar fell prostrate before Daniel and paid him honor and ordered that an offering and incense be presented to him. 47 The king said to Daniel, "Surely your God is the God of gods and the Lord of kings and a revealer of mysteries, for you we...

Today Pastor Jeff encourages us to make it a habit to give glory to God for everything we have and everything we are. After all, He's the one who gives us our abilities! Daniel 2:26-28 26 The king asked Daniel (also called Belteshazzar), "Are you able to tell me what I saw in my dream and interpret it?" 27 Daniel replied, "No wise man, enchanter, magician or diviner can explain to the king the mys...

Today we have Mrs. Barbara joining us once again, and she will talk about gratitude. She encourages all of us to be just like Daniel – grateful, praising, and thanking God for who He is and all the wonderful things He does for us every day. Daniel 2:20 and 23 20 and Daniel said: "Praise be to the name of God for ever and ever; wisdom and power are his. 23 I thank and praise you, God of my ancestor...

Today Mrs. Barbara is taking over the podcast as we continue to learn about Daniel and his wisdom. Our lesson today is so important - Turn to God when hard times comes, trust Him and Pray! Daniel 2:17-19 17 Then Daniel returned to his house and explained the matter to his friends Hananiah, Mishael and Azariah. 18 He urged them to plead for mercy from the God of heaven concerning this mystery, so t...

Happy Monday! This week we continue to learn from the book of Daniel. Pastor Jeff shares that because Daniel and his friends chose to follow God's way, God blessed them with knowledge, understanding, and prestigious positions in the king's service.   Daniel 1:17 and 19 17 To these four young men God gave knowledge and understanding of all kinds of literature and learning. And Daniel could understa...

It is FRI-YAY! And with a special shoutout! Today Pastor Jeff teaches us that God has the ability to transform the hearts of those around us, revealing His sovereignty and unwavering care for us.   Daniel 1:9 9 Now God had caused the official to show favor and compassion to Daniel

Today we start a new series about the book of Daniel. I hope you can continue to join us daily! Pastor Jeff shares today that Daniel decided in his heart that following God was way more important than giving in to the pressure of this world.   Daniel 1:8 8 But Daniel resolved not to defile himself with the royal food and wine, and he asked the chief official for permission not to defile himself th...

Today Pastor Jeff wraps up our Proverbs series and shares that a person who is truly wise recognizes that true wisdom comes from God! If you missed any episodes. make sure to come and listen. We start this series on January 8 2024.   Proverbs 31:26 26 She speaks with wisdom, and faithful instruction is on her tongue.

Today Pastor Jeff shares that every single word of God is perfect – for you, for me, for everyone He created!   Proverbs 30:5 5 "Every word of God is flawless; he is a shield to those who take refuge in him.

Happy Monday! Today Pastor Jeff shares that trusting God and His plans should be above all. It is very wise thing to do.   Proverbs 29:25 25 Fear of man will prove to be a snare, but whoever trusts in the Lord is kept safe.

It is FRI- YAY! And with a special shoutout all the way to California! Today Pastor Jeff teaches us to stay open to learning, growing, and seeking God's wisdom in every opportunity.   Proverbs 26:12 12 Do you see a person wise in their own eyes? There is more hope for a fool than for them.

Join Pastor Jeff as he talks about self-control today. Having self-control is a really wise thing to do! Proverbs 25:28 28 A person without self-control is like a city with broken-down walls.