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Once again, the Pharisees and now the Sadducees tried to trap Jesus with mind twisting theological games.  Interestingly, Jesus avoided their snares and then gave them a mind twister, which tied them up. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2025

The Pharisees and teachers of the Law did not like Jesus, his popularity and teachings. They try and trap him so they can get rid of him.Copyright, Dave Andrus 2025

Jesus had been teaching, healing and doing miracles throughout Galilee. So, when Jesus entered Jerusalem the people were asking if he was the promised one of God to come. But come to do what?Copyright, Dave Andrus 2025

When facing danger, illness, problems or pain, the natural response is to complain. God can give us a way to face these issues and be thankful, every day of the year.Copyright, Dave Andrus 2024 

The big three that lead the people are down to one and his days are numbered. This book is more than counting the people.Copyright, Dave Andrus 2024

Who is going to be in charge? How is one declared clean? These are questions we face and the people in the desert faced, and God answered.Copyright, Dave Andrus 2024 

Sometimes things in life just do not makes sense. Many times this is true in the Old Testament with God and Israel. Yet a case of sdrowkcab can put things in proper perspective. Listen and find out why. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2024

Version MS: 25 minutes 24 seconds In today's lesson we hear that God wants to give up and destroy the Israelites and start over. What would lead God to say such a thing and why? Listen to find out.Copyright, Dave Andrus 2024 

Version DG: 31 minutes 7 seconds In today's lesson we hear that God wants to give up and destroy the Israelites and start over. What would lead God to say such a thing and why? Listen to find out.Copyright, Dave Andrus 2024

Version M.S. 25 minutes 6 seconds When a person is given the facts, relayed the report, or provided the evidence, the real question is then; how will you interpret it? It might be good news or bad. In today's lesson we see two ways and learn how to know which is God's way.Copyright, Dave Andrus 2024

Version M.S. 25 minutes 6 seconds When a person is given the facts, relayed the report, or provided the evidence, the real question is then; how will you interpret it? It might be good news or bad. In today's lesson we see two ways and learn how to know which is God's way.Copyright, Dave Andrus 2024

When there is complaining in the family, it causes fights and division. Today's lesson looks at this and how God dealt with it.. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2024

There is a fine line between complaining and expressing concern. Today's lesson expresses this well. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2024

There is a fine line between complaining and expressing concern. Today's lesson expresses this well. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2024 

We again look at the cloud and learn even more what it meant to them and to us today.  Copyright, Dave Andrus 2024 

Version D.G. 36 minutes We continue in the book of Numbers. Now out of Egypt for about one year, God gives his blessing. We also meet the cloud and learn what it meant to them and to us today.  Copyright, Dave Andrus 2024

Version M.S. 25 minutes We continue in the book of Numbers. Now out of Egypt for about one year, God gives his blessing. We also meet the cloud and learn what it meant to them and to us today.  Copyright, Dave Andrus 2024

We continue telling the Christmas story through the eyes of Joseph. Joseph, the foster father of Jesus saw Jesus' birth first-hand and experienced both sadness and joy. So can we. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2023

Christmas is often thought of as a time of happiness, merriment and joy. Many people however experience brokenness, sorrow and sadness. Joseph, the foster father of Jesus saw Jesus' birth first-hand and experienced both sadness and joy. So can we. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2023

The fourth book of the Bible received its name for numbering and organizing the people of Israel. There are many more stories and events than the numbering.  Join us in hearing then.Copyright, Dave Andrus 2023 

Work is good and important. Even so it can be abused. God directed his people to work but also rest. Therefore, the Sabbath and year of Jubilee were instituted. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2023

God spoke not only about the sacrifice but the one offering it. Get this wrong and it sounds like God doesn't like people with a disability. Get it right and God can accept all people. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2023 

We read about sacrifices of animals and food throughout the Old Testament. It was as common as our giving a donation to church. Today's lesson unfolds why, and its impact of life for us today.Copyright, Dave Andrus 2023 

When the children of Israel  came out of slavery all they really knew was the lifestyle and worship of the Egyptians. God therefore gave them a new culture.Copyright, Dave Andrus 2023

When summer comes vacation and other special projects, limiting normal activity. So, lets go back to how this Bible study got started.Copyright, Dave Andrus 2023

We probably all heard the saying “When the cat is away, the mice are at play”. But let's take this to the next step: “When the cat returns the mice …”. Jesus told a parable sort-of like this. Listen and enjoy.  Copyright, Dave Andrus 2023 

When something is important, a person will go to great lengths. To give up riches, fame and power, it certainly must have been important. This Bible story is that but more.Copyright, Dave Andrus 2023

A man who was blind heard Jesus was passing by. He wanted to see Jesus. Do we see what he saw?Copyright, Dave Andrus 2023

Money is necessary in our culture. It can provide many things. Can it buy peace of mind and contentment? Copyright, Dave Andrus 2023 

As creatures of the creator, we are invited to communicate with him. How and when do we talk with the creator of the universe? Copyright, Dave Andrus 2023

People in Jesus' day were looking for God to come down and set up an earthly kingdom. Some were disappointed when this did not happen. How about today?Copyright, Dave Andrus 2023 

In the last lesson of Luke we covered “what is a follower of Jesus?” It covered two aspects; one who forgives and serves. Today's lesson mentions the third pillar of discipleship.Copyright, Dave Andrus 2023

Let's continue our journey together this Christmas holiday, by use of the Bible and contemporary songs, to unwrap the origins and meaning of Christmas. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2022

Around holidays people often take a journey to see family, friends or loved ones. Let's journey together, by use of the Bible and contemporary songs, to unwrap the origins and meaning of Christmas. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2022 

What is a follower of Jesus? It is one who forgives and serves. Today's lesson unpacks this. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2022

Is there heaven? Is there hell? What are they like? Who goes there? These and many more questions are asked and answered.Copyright, Dave Andrus 2022

Is there heaven? Is there hell? What are they like? Who goes there? These and many more questions are asked and answered.Copyright, Dave Andrus 2022

The people of Jesus' day believed that the rich were rich because  God favored them and that the poor were poor because God did not like them. Jesus told a story to demonstrate this is not true. It also carries a spiritual twist.Copyright, Dave Andrus 2022

Whether today or in Jesus' day, money and God sometimes clash. Jesus gives us a parable to help us understand God's view on money. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2022

Jesus told three parables to demonstrate and explain why he, Jesus would eat with the high and lofty as well as the low and despicable. The same holds true with us. no matter who we are, Jesus cares about us. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2022

Jesus used two earthly examples of counting the cost before doing something. He did this so we might Understand what is entailed in following him. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2022

Did you ever notice that while eating food, when several humans are together, conversations, discussions, and viewpoints are shared?   And so while eating, Jesus shared some of his most important teachings. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2022

Just as there are many roads in any given town or city, so there are many roads or paths in life. Which one leads to heaven? Which one should I take?Copyright, Dave Andrus 2022

It happens to everyone. When least expected, life can kick you, and it really hurts. At these times we often ask, “Where is God?” Jesus speaks about this in today's lesson.Copyright, Dave Andrus 2022

In a kingdom there is a king and servants. The king rules and the servants serve the king and his wishes. When Jesus spoke of the kingdom, he mentioned a switch or change. So how does this impact you? Listen and find out. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2022 

When Jesus spoke of the kingdom of God his disciples believed it was an earthly kingdom which would push the roman occupying army out of Israel. Today we know this was wrong. So, what did Jesus mean by the kingdom of God? Could we have it wrong too?Copyright, Dave Andrus 2022 

Jesus was asked by someone to judge between two brothers as to the inheritance. Instead of judging Jesus told a parable. Through this parable he warns how covetousness can twist one up. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2022 

It turned out that  when Jesus spoke at a meal with a Pharisee Jesus got all the Pharisees mad at him. In that day this was dangerous. Jesus used this opportunity to talk about fear and faith. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2022 

When the people worshiped the golden calf God threatened to destroy them. Moses prayed on their behalf three times. We benefit from his prayer today.  Copyright, Dave Andrus 2022 

The Orthodox Church has been around for centuries. Over the years it has developed wonderful ways to celebrate Christmas. Today we learn about some of these.Copyright, Dave Andrus 2021 

The beginnings of Hanukkah point directly to Jesus and his first coming. See how the celebrations can be a blessing for Christians.Copyright, Dave Andrus 2021