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When the Bible says we must be patient, I am often of two minds.  One part of me fully agrees that we should be patient.  The other part of me says, I agree but can we hurry up because I have much to do today? Today we take a different look at patience and how the original words put a slightly different emphasis on what it says. We would love to hear your comments. Send us a Text Message Support t...

A couple were vacationing in Mexico when they visited a small market where local artisans offered their wares for sale.  The couple came across a pottery studio with some of the most beautiful creations they had come across.  They decided to purchase one piece.  What happened next you will have to listen to find out.  We would love to hear your comments. Send us a Text Message Support the show

It is said that to have one of your children die before you is one of the crushing hurts in life.  Today we look at a letter from a dad to his daughter who had passed away and how he was dealing with his loss. It will bless and encourage you. We would love to hear your comments. Send us a Text Message Support the show

Our Music Monday episode today looks at a unique song. Sometimes we need to be reminded of what is really important.  'Not Worship You,' by Mercy Me, forces us to remember who we are and who He is. We would love to hear your comments. Send us a Text Message Support the show

Welcome to the Friday Roundup where we present a summary of each of our episodes from this week.  We hope you enjoy them and have a great weekend We would love to hear your comments. Send us a Text Message Support the show

Over the years, we have spent several episodes talking about anger and the increase of anger in our world.  Not only do we see it in places far away from us, but in our provinces, states, towns, and even churches. Today we present a response to the anger and give some practical actions to help push back the tide of negative and destructive emotions around us. We would love to hear your comments. S...

Violet Jessop was nicknamed Miss Unsinkable because over 6 years she survived a mid-ocean collision of two large ships as well as the sinking of two ocean liners where she was a stewardess.  An amazing story of survival and there are some lessons we can find encouragement from as we hear her story. We would love to hear your comments. Send us a Text Message Support the show

As we begin 2024 many of us are looking back at the last year at what happened in our lives and what we might do differently this year.  That is where I found myself this past weekend and I found a song that I want to remind me of who God is and how I need to rely on him.  So today, I share with you my theme song for 2024.  Enjoy. Here is the link to our music today.  A special Tuesday edition of...

This Christmas carol was originally written in French in the mid-1800s and has undergone several alterations in the English translation.  However, it has become and maintained a favored position as one of the most popular carols.   Today we look at its history and a few reasons why it is such a favorite. Here is the youtube link to Angels We Have Heard on High by For King and Country.          htt...

As part of our Christmas week celebration, we will feature some of our previous episodes which presented the stories and circumstances behind the writing of some of the most famous Christmas Carols.  Today we look at one of the most well known Christmas Carols of all time. Written as a poem in 1865 and added to the tune of Greensleeves written in 1580 this carol asks the question and answers it be...

As part of our Christmas week celebration, we will feature some of our previous episodes which presented the stories and circumstances behind the writing of some of the most famous Christmas Carols.  Today we look at the story behind, O Holy Night.  Enjoy  We would love to hear your comments. Send us a Text Message Support the show

In 2011, Mathew West released the song, 'Day After Christmas.'  The first two lines are, 'Here comes the letdown, Christmas is over, Here comes the meltdown, there goes the cheer." Many feel less than satisfied after all the anticipation of Christmas. Today we talk about that letdown. Here is the YouTube link to Day After Christmas.            https://youtu.be/ineozb6gvGM      ...

Joseph doesn't often get the credit that he deserves.  He has a powerful story of faith and integrity that marks him as one of the great men of the Bible. We would love to hear your comments. Send us a Text Message Support the show

Back in 1984, Mark Lowry and Buddy Greene collaborated to write "Mary Did You Know?"  It has since become a modern classic, recorded by a myriad of artists from a variety of genres.  Today we talk about the questions posed in the song and how the answers impact our lives. First broadcast back in 2020, this episode has become one of our most downloaded and requested. Here is the YouTube l...

Christmas is just 5 days away.  If you weren't stressed before you read that, you might be now.  It seems there are many things to distract us and worry about.  But Christmas was never meant to bring stress it was about bringing just the opposite.  Join us today as we look at that first Christmas. We would love to hear your comments. Send us a Text Message Support the show

Christmas is not only a celebration of the birth of Christ, it is also a time when families traditionally gather together. Over the years the dynamics of those gatherings change and today we look at a a family who was having a difficult time adjusting to those changes.  We would love to hear your comments. Send us a Text Message Support the show

O Come All Ye Faithful is one of Christmas's oldest and most popular carols.  Today we take a brief look at its history and its message.   Here is the YouTube link to Danny Gokey's version of the song https://youtu.be/lLf6QvlE4Ak?si=JTAFN6lsvj9l3Q36                We would love to hear your comments. Send us a Text Message Support the show

Welcome to our Friday Roundup where we present a synopsis of our episodes from the past week.  We hope you have a wonderful weekend.  We would love to hear your comments. Send us a Text Message Support the show

The mighty American Buffalo is one of the greatest and most powerful of the North American animals.  Though their numbers today are only a fraction of what they once were they still create a sense of awe when they are seen.  Today we look at a unique feature of these magnificent animals and learn a lesson that will encourage all of us. We would love to hear your comments. Send us a Text Message Su...

Checking and digging into one's ancestry has become very popular.  Several apps and websites are dedicated to helping you find your connections to your ancestors.    Checking and discovering your family tree is not new. The Bible records the lineage of several people, including Jesus.  Today we look at that list and there is someone there who may surprise you.   We would love to hear your com...

A Charlie Brown Christmas has been a Christmas staple since 1965.  It is a wonderful story that continues to delight millions of fans around the world.  Today we talk about some of the reasons why this Christmas classic continues to be so popular.  There may be a couple of surprises for you so be sure to check it out. We would love to hear your comments. Send us a Text Message Support the show

This week's Music Monday episode features one of the most beautiful and well-known Christmas carols, O Little Town of Bethlehem.  You will hear the story of how the song came to be and a short clip of what I believe to be the best version of it.  Enjoy Here is the youtube link for today https://youtu.be/EHKORmpW4Cg?si=i2dfIXcMWXnCSbOw     We would love to hear your comments. Send us a Text Me...

Welcome to the Friday Roundup.  Today we give you a summary of each of our episodes from this week.  We hop you enjoy them.  Have a great weekend. We would love to hear your comments. Send us a Text Message Support the show

It has been said that life is like a roller coaster.  That may be true to an extent, but while most people may accept an unexpected turn or drop on a roller coaster, they try to avoid the unexpected and fear the sudden drops of life. Today we will look at some things that can help us navigate the roller coaster ride of life.  Join us for the ride. We would love to hear your comments. Send us a Tex...

Have you ever eavesdropped on a conversation between a dog and an elephant?  I hadn't either until I came across this wonderful story.  Enjoy. We would love to hear your comments. Send us a Text Message Support the show