Most of us don’t struggle to believe that God loves us. However, what we often struggle with is believing that His love actually defines us. We say the words “child of God” easily, sometimes automatically. Yet we rarely stop to consider what that means—or what kind of love would make it true. Today’s verse is…
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Trusting the Promise in the Dark Today we conclude the book of 1 Samuel with the reading of 1 Samuel 26-31, and we witness the final, tragic arc of King Saul’s life and the incredible restraint of David. We see David once again refuse to take matters into his own hands, even when Saul is…
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The Foundation of Our Faith Today on Lifespring! One Year Bible Rewind, we commemorate National Freedom Day. This day marks the signing of the 13th Amendment. This crucial law abolished slavery in the United States. Steve Webb reminds us that this event happened only 89 years before his birth. Consequently, we see how recent this…
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Summary In today’s episode of Lifespring! One Year Bible Rewind, we explore Mark chapters 9 and 10. We witness the Transfiguration of Jesus on the mountain, hear His difficult teachings on divorce and wealth, and follow Him as He heals blind Bartimaeus on the road to Jericho. We also tackle a common question regarding Jesus’…
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Podcast Introduction Today our reading is Jeremiah 12-16. I’m calling the episode “A Temper Tantrum.” Comments on Jeremiah 15 Have you ever done something that you know must have disappointed the Lord? Have you ever gotten angry at God and cried out, “It just isn’t fair! YOU aren’t fair, God!” How do you think God…
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Podcast Introduction Today our reading is Job 29-30. I’m calling the episode “Can You Blame Him?” Comments on Job 29-30 Doesn’t you heart just really go out to Job? My goodness. The poor guy remembers what life was like before his afflictions came, and He speaks of the horrible physical, emotional and spiritual pain he…
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Today’s Lifespring! One Year Bible Rewind explores the deep, spiritual thirst that only God can quench. Whether we are in a literal desert or a spiritual one, the cry of the heart remains the same: a longing for the presence of the Living God. From the songs of the sons of Korah to personal reflections…
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“Be still, and know that I am God” is one of the most familiar verses in Scripture. People often share it during moments of anxiety or exhaustion, and they usually hear it as a gentle whisper inviting calm. However, Psalm 46:10 does not speak into quiet. Instead, it speaks directly into chaos. Today’s verse is…
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This episode covers 1 Samuel 21-25. First, we follow David as a fugitive from King Saul. He visits the priest Ahimelech and later escapes King Achish. Additionally, the narrative shows Saul’s cruelty toward the priests at Nob. Later, David chooses to spare Saul’s life at En Gedi. Finally, Abigail uses wisdom to stop David from…
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S3E106-Exodus 9-12: Why God Hardened Pharaoh’s Heart
The Intersection of Justice and Mercy Today on the Lifespring! One Year Bible Rewind, we witness the escalating tension between God and Pharaoh. As the plagues of Egypt reach their devastating climax in Exodus 9-12, we see a transition from Pharaoh’s personal stubbornness to divine hardening. Consequently, this episode explores a challenging theological question. Was…
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