Ring of Truth

It’s interesting to note that when God commanded Moses to take a census of the nation of Israel – twice, it was calculated by counting the men aged twenty and above.  Today, Pastor Dan draws out an insight from this: In God’s design, there are children, and there are adults.  If you’re a young person living at home, God’s call upon you is to learn from your godly parents and leaders while you can....

Reading the Old Testament, you can find lots of history about God and how He deals with people.  And when you do that, it could be just a bunch of interesting facts.  Or, it could be more.  Today, Pastor Dan unpacks an incident where Phineas* takes care of a sin problem within the camp of Israel.  But it’s not just a history lesson.  It points to Jesus Christ, Who is the sin solution for all peopl...

As Christians, we like to remind ourselves that “the war has already been won”.  And that’s true, praise God!  But today, Pastor Dan reminds us that we’re still in daily battles with the enemy of God.  God will never stop loving you and pursuing you.  But you have the choice every day, in every situation, whether to pursue God and His holiness, or to seek your own desires and interests.  That’s wh...

There was a pagan sorcerer in the Old Testament named Balaam.  And he was hired by a man named Balak to curse the people of Israel.  But whenever Balaam tried to curse God’s people, God Himself intervened and prevented him from doing so.  Today, Pastor Dan shows how this principle is carried forward into the New Testament.  God will never forsake you.  He’ll never stop caring for you.  But he does...

It’s truly amazing to read some of the prophecies in the Old Testament, and to understand their meanings.  Today, Pastor Dan explains a prophecy made by a pagan sorcerer named Balaam*.  Through this man, God spoke a prophecy of a star, representing deity, and a scepter, representing the King, coming from Israel.  Have you noticed the stars in Jewish symbolism?  Do you remember what guided the magi...

Have you ever known someone who’s making an important decision, and they consult some pretty unusual sources?  Maybe the horoscope, maybe a medium, or perhaps they’re looking for signs in the stars or their lottery numbers.  Today, Pastor Dan says: don’t be surprised by that.  It’s been a practice for ages, to consult the gods by omens and numbers.  But that’s not the way to consult the Living God...

Imagine you’re on a flight and the captain comes on with some bad news.  Or at your job, the announcement comes that your company just got bought.  What do people do?  Well, according to Pastor Dan, if they’re anything like most people, most often, they’ll all start praying to all kinds of gods.  Today, you’ll see how this happened with a character named Balaam*, who was hired to curse Israel.  He...

Do you ever laugh at jokes you don’t really find funny, agree with opinions you don’t actually share, stay late when you don’t need to, dress differently, or act more confident than you feel—just to be liked? It’s easy to shape what you say or do to please other people. But God isn’t impressed by performance. Today, Pastor Dan tells you that there’s nothing you can do to earn God’s approval. All y...

You’ve probably heard the phrase, “Give an inch, take a mile.” That’s exactly how the enemy works. When you start compromising—telling yourself that certain little things are no big deal, even though you know better—the devil uses that opening to push further. He takes advantage of small compromises and turns them into bigger ones. Today, Pastor Dan reminds you that you can’t afford to give the de...

It’s easy to settle into life’s rhythms and get comfortable. Daily routines can lull you into thinking everything’s fine and under control. But as one of God’s people, you do have an enemy. Pastor Dan reminds you that the devil is real, he hates you, and he wants to do real harm. Yet it’s easy to live as if he doesn’t exist. Today’s message challenges you to ask yourself: Are you staying alert and...

Have you ever been forced to take a detour because of traffic or construction—especially when your phone didn’t warn you? It’s frustrating when the longer route wasn’t part of the plan. The Israelites knew that feeling well, as they wandered through the desert, growing discouraged along the way. When your own plans get rerouted, life can feel even more disappointing. Today, Pastor Dan encourages y...

When there are problems in life—even ones of our own making—it’s natural to try to fix everything ourselves. God’s people did that, too. They faced serious situations, many of their own making, yet God still provided the solution. They didn’t have to save themselves; they just had to look to what God had given them. In the same way, God offered the ultimate solution for our problems, Jesus. Today,...

As the Israelites made their way through the desert, they weren’t just tired—they were under attack. Their enemies saw God’s people as a threat and waited for the right moment, going after them when they were weak, discouraged, and worn down. In a lot of ways, that hasn’t changed. As God’s people today, we face enemies too, and they use the same strategy. Today, Pastor Dan reminds you to stay aler...

When the Bible talks about Aaron’s death, it says he was “gathered to his people.” For those who believe in Jesus, death isn’t the end—it’s actually the beginning. It’s union with Jesus, and it’s a reunion with the loved ones who’ve gone ahead of us and are already with Him. Today, Pastor Dan invites you to think about some important questions: When your time comes, who will you be gathered to? Wi...

Even the most respected people fall short of God’s standards. Moses and Aaron were used by God in amazing ways. But when the people complained about not having water in the desert, Moses and Aaron didn’t follow God’s instructions, as He told them to. Because of that, they didn’t get to see the fulfillment of God’s promise firsthand. Today, Pastor Dan reminds you how important it is to do what God...

Have you ever stopped and wondered why God has you right where you are? It’s not random. God has always been intentional about where He places His people. He put Israel right at the crossroads of different nations so they could point others to Him. Today, Pastor Dan explains how God has strategically placed you exactly where you are for a reason—to use your life to direct the right people to Him a...

Moses was God’s representative to the people of Israel. What he said and did was meant to reflect who God is. Most of the time, he did that really well—but he wasn’t perfect, and at one point, he messed up in a big way. In the same way, as followers of Jesus with the Holy Spirit living in us, we represent Jesus to the world around us. Today, Pastor Dan reminds you that you’re an ambassador for Chr...

When someone wrongly blames you for something, your first instinct is usually to snap back—“That wasn’t me!” or “It’s not my fault!” That’s exactly what the Israelites did when things got hard—they blamed Moses and Aaron. But instead of firing back, Moses and Aaron took it to the Lord in prayer. Jesus did the same thing when He was falsely accused. Today, Pastor Dan challenges you to show self-con...

Sin has a way of stealing time from us—years, even decades. The Israelites wandered in the desert for forty years, not because God failed them, but because they didn’t trust His promises. It was a lot of that time was simply wasted. The same thing can happen to us. Time spent apart from Jesus doesn’t produce anything that lasts. Today, Pastor Dan challenges you to make the most of your time, stay...

As you dive into God’s Word, you'll stumble upon this intriguing figure known as the Antichrist. Do you ever wonder what inspired this name for him? In today’s message, Pastor Dan dives into the intriguing topic of the Antichrist and explores his role in the final days of our world. He would present himself as the Messiah, pulling the wool over the world's eyes. He would then seize control of Isra...

Have you ever found yourself scrolling through the news and reading about the conflict between Israel and Hamas, and thought about what really went wrong between the two? Today, Pastor Dan explains how the red heifers, carefully prepared by the Israelites, played a role in igniting the war. Red heifers signal that Israel might be gearing up to construct the third temple, and Hamas is determined to...

If you're feeling under the weather with a cold and happen to cough around others, there's a good chance they might catch it too! Just like that pesky cough, our sins can spread and impact those around us, too. No matter how much effort you put in, sin has a sneaky way of creeping in and causing chaos in your life. But did you know there's a remedy out there, too? Today, Pastor Dan shares how Jesu...

Have you ever found yourself curious about where all that money from your offerings and tithes actually ends up? The folks in the Old Testament were on the same wavelength, too. But Paul made it clear to everyone through the scripture that the money was meant to support him while he dedicated his life to God. This way, he could fully concentrate on his ministry without the distraction of having to...

So, when Peter said he didn’t know Jesus not once, not twice, but three times, it’s safe to say he missed the mark on his mission. So, does that mean Jesus just threw in the towel on him? No! Instead, Jesus embraced him with forgiveness, showered him with love, and set him on a fresh path of purpose. Maybe you're a bit like Peter, who has stumbled in his journey of serving God at times. But as Pas...

Have you ever thought about what really sets Jesus apart from other religions and those so-called false gods? When you read about other religions and their deities, you might start to see something common: every so-called god has met their end. But guess what? Jesus is alive! In today’s message, Pastor Dan shares some insights on why Jesus is the one and only Saviour you need. He gave His life on...