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Click here for the DRB Daily Sign Up form! TODAY'S SCRIPTURE: Ezekiel 45–46; Luke 1 Click HERE to give! One Year Bible Podcast: Join Hunter and Heather Barnes on the Daily Radio Bible, a daily Bible‑in‑a‑year podcast with 20‑minute Scripture readings, Christ‑centered devotion, and guided prayer.This daily Bible reading and devotional invites you to live as a citizen of Jesus' kingdom, reconciled, renewed, and deeply loved. TODAY'S EPISODE: Welcome to the Daily Radio Bible. Today is September 18th, and our readings are Ezekiel 45–46 and Luke 1. In Ezekiel, we continue through the prophet's vision of restoration. Land is divided, honest measurements are commanded, offerings are described, and provision is made for worship among God's people. Running through these detailed instructions is a concern for justice, faithfulness, and a people being restored. Then we turn the page to Luke, and suddenly we find ourselves standing at the dawn of something new. An angel appears to Zechariah with news that Elizabeth will have a son. His name will be John, and he will prepare the way for the Lord. Then Gabriel visits a young woman named Mary with an even more astonishing announcement. She will bear a son named Jesus, and his kingdom will never end. Both Zechariah and Mary eventually find themselves singing. Mary sings of the God who notices the lowly, fills the hungry, and remembers his mercy. Zechariah sings of the tender mercy of God, through which the morning light from heaven is about to break upon us. That is our invitation today. Whatever darkness we may find ourselves sitting in, the morning light is coming. God has not forgotten us. His mercy is new. His light is breaking through. And we are invited to join the song. TODAY'S DEVOTION: God's New Morning Light Because of God's tender mercy, the morning light from heaven is about to break upon us. I love that image. Every morning, the light breaks through the darkness of night. And maybe every new morning is a kind of rehearsal. A reminder of that great morning when the light of God's Son breaks fully upon us. Zechariah sings: "Because of God's tender mercy, the morning light from heaven is about to break upon us." And what will this light do? It will give light to those who sit in darkness and in the shadow of death. And it will guide us to the path of peace. Zechariah has a song. And it is a song worth singing. But Mary has a song too. She says, "How my spirit rejoices in God my Savior! For he took notice of his lowly servant girl." God took notice of her. This young woman. This lowly servant girl. Someone the powerful people of the world might easily overlook. But God sees her. God's light shines upon the lowly. His light breaks upon the humble. It shines upon those willing to let God be God in them. Those willing to believe that what God says he will do, he will do. And something happens when our humble faith meets God's merciful morning light. A song begins to rise. That's what happened to Zechariah. That's what happened to Mary. And I think it can happen to us too. Maybe you're feeling lowly today. Maybe you're hungry. Maybe you're carrying shame. Maybe you're sitting in a darkness that seems reluctant to give way. Maybe you feel unseen. But the morning light from heaven is breaking upon us. God sees you. God has not forgotten you. And when we begin to encounter this God of love, this God who sees us and meets us in our lowliness, a song can begin to rise within us. Not because everything has suddenly become easy. Not because all our questions have been answered. But because the light has come. Because God is with us. Because his mercy is tender. Because darkness does not get the final word. So join Zechariah. Join Mary. Join all those who have dared to believe that God is good enough to take notice of the lowly and big enough to do what he has promised. Let faith rise. Let the morning light break through. And let your song rise with it. That's the prayer I have for my own soul. That's the prayer I have for my family, for my wife, my daughters, and my son. And that's the prayer I have for you. May it be so. TODAY'S PRAYERS: Lord God Almighty and everlasting father you have brought us in safety to this new day preserve us with your Mighty power that we might not fall into sin or be overcome by adversity. And in all we do, direct us to the fulfilling of your purpose  through Jesus Christ Our Lord amen.   Oh God you have made of one blood all the peoples of the earth and sent your blessed son to preach peace to those who are far and those who are near. Grant that people everywhere may seek after you, and find you. Bring the nations into your fold, pour out your Spirit on all flesh, and hasten the coming of your kingdom through Jesus Christ our Lord, Amen.   And now Lord,  make me an instrument of your peace.  Where there is hatred let me sow love. Where there is injury, pardon.  Where there is doubt, faith. Where there is despair, hope.  Where there is darkness, light.  And where there is sadness,  Joy.  Oh Lord grant that I might not seek to be consoled as to console. To be understood as to understand, to be loved as to love.  For it is in the giving that we receive, in the pardoning that we are pardoned, it is in the dying that we are born unto eternal life.  Amen And now as our Lord has taught us we are bold to pray... Our Father who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name, thy kingdom come thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven, give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our tresspasses as we forgive those who trespass against us, and lead us not unto temptation, but deliver us from evil, for thine is the Kingdom and the power and the glory forever. Amen. Loving God, we give you thanks for restoring us in your image. And nourishing us with spiritual food, now send us forth as forgiven people, healed and renewed, that we may proclaim your love to the world, and continue in the risen life of Christ.  Amen.  OUR WEBSITE: www.dailyradiobible.com We are reading through the New Living Translation.   Leave us a voicemail HERE: https://www.speakpipe.com/dailyradiobible Subscribe to us at YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Dailyradiobible/featured OTHER PODCASTS: Listen with Apple Podcast DAILY BIBLE FOR KIDS DAILY PSALMS DAILY PROVERBS DAILY LECTIONARY DAILY CHRONOLOGICAL  

Click here for the DRB Daily Sign Up form! TODAY'S SCRIPTURE: Ezekiel 40–41; Psalm 128; Revelation 21 Click HERE to give! One Year Bible Podcast: Join Hunter and Heather Barnes on the Daily Radio Bible, a daily Bible‑in‑a‑year podcast with 20‑minute Scripture readings, Christ‑centered devotion, and guided prayer.This daily Bible reading and devotional invites you to live as a citizen of Jesus' kingdom, reconciled, renewed, and deeply loved. TODAY'S EPISODE: Welcome to the Daily Radio Bible. Today is September 16th, and our readings are Ezekiel 40–41, Psalm 128, and Revelation 21. In Ezekiel, we are given a detailed vision of a restored temple. The prophet is led through gates, courtyards, rooms, walls, and sacred spaces. Everything is measured with care. This temple represented the place where heaven and earth met, where God dwelt among his people, and where humanity approached the presence of God through sacrifice. Psalm 128 offers a picture of blessing, flourishing, family, and peace. Then Revelation 21 carries us into an entirely new vision. John sees a new heaven and a new earth. The holy city descends from God, and a voice announces that God's home is now among his people. There will be no more death, sorrow, crying, or pain. And remarkably, John sees no temple in the city. There is no longer a separate sacred building because the Lord God Almighty and the Lamb are its temple. There is no need for sun or moon because the glory of God illuminates everything, and the Lamb is its light. The sacred space toward which the temple always pointed has opened wide. God is making his home with humanity. Today's readings invite us to trust God through seasons of change. Buildings change. Institutions change. Familiar patterns pass away. But the presence and faithfulness of God remain. The Lamb is our temple. The Lamb is our light. And the One seated upon the throne declares, "Look, I am making everything new." TODAY'S DEVOTION: The Lamb Is Our Temple The story of sacrifice is finished. That is what stands out to me in today's readings. In Ezekiel, we are given a painstaking description of a temple. There are gates, rooms, walls, courtyards, and exact measurements. This is sacred space. This is the place where heaven and earth meet. This is where the presence of God dwells among the people and where broken humanity approaches God through sacrifice. Every room matters. Every measurement matters. Every altar and sacred space belongs to a much larger story. But it is a story that is always pointing beyond itself. It is pointing toward Jesus. Then John sees something entirely new. A new heaven. A new earth. A new Jerusalem. And he says, "I saw no temple in the city." No temple. No altar. No sacred building separating the holy from the ordinary. Why? Because the Lord God Almighty and the Lamb are its temple. Everything the old temple represented has been fulfilled in Christ. The place where heaven and earth meet is Jesus. The sacrifice is Jesus. The presence of God among humanity is Jesus. The light of the city is Jesus. Even the sun and moon are no longer needed because the glory of God fills everything, and the Lamb is its light. The old structures have served their purpose. The signs have given way to the reality. The symbols have given way to the One they were always pointing toward. And this can be hard for us because we often become attached to the structures. We become attached to the familiar. We find comfort in the way things have always been. But life changes. Seasons change. Our families change. Our bodies change. Churches and institutions change. Sometimes the things that once gave us stability disappear. But the faithfulness of God does not disappear with them. God is not contained within the old structures. God is making all things new. And we are being invited to live in that newness. Our life is not secured by holding tightly to everything that once was. Our life is found in Christ. The Lamb is our temple. The Lamb is our light. The Lamb is our life. And your life has been woven into his. Your story has been gathered into his story. Your name is written in the life of the Lamb. So when seasons change and familiar things pass away, we do not have to be afraid. The One who held us in the last season will hold us in the next. The One who was faithful yesterday will be faithful tomorrow. The Lamb remains. And he is making all things new. That's the prayer I have for my own soul. That's the prayer I have for my family, for my wife, my daughters, and my son. And that's the prayer I have for you. May it be so. TODAY'S PRAYERS: Lord God Almighty and everlasting father you have brought us in safety to this new day preserve us with your Mighty power that we might not fall into sin or be overcome by adversity. And in all we do, direct us to the fulfilling of your purpose  through Jesus Christ Our Lord amen.   Oh God you have made of one blood all the peoples of the earth and sent your blessed son to preach peace to those who are far and those who are near. Grant that people everywhere may seek after you, and find you. Bring the nations into your fold, pour out your Spirit on all flesh, and hasten the coming of your kingdom through Jesus Christ our Lord, Amen.   And now Lord,  make me an instrument of your peace.  Where there is hatred let me sow love. Where there is injury, pardon.  Where there is doubt, faith. Where there is despair, hope.  Where there is darkness, light.  And where there is sadness,  Joy.  Oh Lord grant that I might not seek to be consoled as to console. To be understood as to understand, to be loved as to love.  For it is in the giving that we receive, in the pardoning that we are pardoned, it is in the dying that we are born unto eternal life.  Amen And now as our Lord has taught us we are bold to pray... Our Father who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name, thy kingdom come thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven, give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our tresspasses as we forgive those who trespass against us, and lead us not unto temptation, but deliver us from evil, for thine is the Kingdom and the power and the glory forever. Amen. Loving God, we give you thanks for restoring us in your image. And nourishing us with spiritual food, now send us forth as forgiven people, healed and renewed, that we may proclaim your love to the world, and continue in the risen life of Christ.  Amen.  OUR WEBSITE: www.dailyradiobible.com We are reading through the New Living Translation.   Leave us a voicemail HERE: https://www.speakpipe.com/dailyradiobible Subscribe to us at YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Dailyradiobible/featured OTHER PODCASTS: Listen with Apple Podcast DAILY BIBLE FOR KIDS DAILY PSALMS DAILY PROVERBS DAILY LECTIONARY DAILY CHRONOLOGICAL  

Click here for the DRB Daily Sign Up form! TODAY'S SCRIPTURE: Ezekiel 33–35; Revelation 18 Click HERE to give! One Year Bible Podcast: Join Hunter and Heather Barnes on the Daily Radio Bible, a daily Bible‑in‑a‑year podcast with 20‑minute Scripture readings, Christ‑centered devotion, and guided prayer.This daily Bible reading and devotional invites you to live as a citizen of Jesus' kingdom, reconciled, renewed, and deeply loved. TODAY'S EPISODE: Welcome to the Daily Radio Bible. Today is September 13th, and together we continue our journey through the Scriptures with Ezekiel 33–35 and Revelation 18. In Ezekiel, we encounter the prophet as a watchman, called to speak truth and invite God's people to turn toward life. We also hear a sharp word for Israel's shepherds, leaders who have cared for themselves rather than the people entrusted to them. But God does not abandon the sheep. God says he himself will search for them. He will rescue them, gather them, feed them, bind up the injured, and strengthen the weak. Ultimately, God promises a shepherd from the line of David who will care for his people. Then Revelation 18 takes us back into John's vision of Babylon. Babylon appears powerful, wealthy, and secure. Yet John announces that Babylon has fallen. The systems of domination, exploitation, violence, and greed that appear so permanent are not permanent at all. Today's readings offer us a striking contrast between two ways of being in the world. Babylon consumes. The Shepherd gives himself for the sheep. Babylon accumulates. The Shepherd provides. Babylon uses people. The Shepherd searches for the lost, binds up the wounded, and carries them home. And we are invited again to decide which kingdom will shape our lives. TODAY'S DEVOTION: The Shepherd in Babylon Babylon always looks impressive. That's part of its power. Revelation describes merchants, wealth, luxury, commerce, ships, kings, and people who have become rich from everything Babylon has to offer. And then suddenly John says: "Babylon is fallen." It turns out that what looked permanent wasn't permanent at all. And I think that's important for us to remember because Babylon isn't only an ancient city. Babylon is a way of organizing the world. It is a way of seeing people. It measures human beings by what they can produce, what they possess, what they can contribute, and what can be extracted from them. And Ezekiel tells us that even God's shepherds can begin behaving like Babylon. Instead of feeding the sheep, they feed themselves. Instead of strengthening the weak, caring for the sick, binding up the injured, and searching for the lost, they use the flock for themselves. And God says, "Enough." Then comes this beautiful promise: "I myself will search and find my sheep." I love that. God doesn't simply send better instructions. He comes looking for us. And when we finally see Jesus, we discover what this Shepherd looks like. Jesus says, "I am the good shepherd." The Shepherd doesn't exploit the sheep. He lays down his life for them. That's the difference between Babylon and Jesus. Babylon asks, "What can I take?" Jesus asks, "What can I give?" Babylon climbs upward. Jesus descends. Babylon protects itself through power. Jesus gives himself away in love. And perhaps that's one of the invitations in today's reading. We live in Babylon, too. We're surrounded by systems that constantly tell us what matters, what success looks like, who is valuable, and what we should pursue. But we belong to another kingdom. And we follow another King. A Shepherd King. One who searches for the lost. One who binds up the wounded. One who strengthens the weak. One who lays down his life for the sheep. So don't be afraid when Babylon shakes. Don't be surprised when things that looked permanent turn out not to be. Listen instead for the voice of the Shepherd. He knows your name. He has come looking for you. And he is leading us home. That's the prayer I have for my own soul. That's the prayer I have for my family, for my wife, my daughters, and my son. And that's the prayer I have for you. May it be so. TODAY'S PRAYERS: Lord God Almighty and everlasting father you have brought us in safety to this new day preserve us with your Mighty power that we might not fall into sin or be overcome by adversity. And in all we do, direct us to the fulfilling of your purpose  through Jesus Christ Our Lord amen.   Oh God you have made of one blood all the peoples of the earth and sent your blessed son to preach peace to those who are far and those who are near. Grant that people everywhere may seek after you, and find you. Bring the nations into your fold, pour out your Spirit on all flesh, and hasten the coming of your kingdom through Jesus Christ our Lord, Amen.   And now Lord,  make me an instrument of your peace.  Where there is hatred let me sow love. Where there is injury, pardon.  Where there is doubt, faith. Where there is despair, hope.  Where there is darkness, light.  And where there is sadness,  Joy.  Oh Lord grant that I might not seek to be consoled as to console. To be understood as to understand, to be loved as to love.  For it is in the giving that we receive, in the pardoning that we are pardoned, it is in the dying that we are born unto eternal life.  Amen And now as our Lord has taught us we are bold to pray... Our Father who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name, thy kingdom come thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven, give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our tresspasses as we forgive those who trespass against us, and lead us not unto temptation, but deliver us from evil, for thine is the Kingdom and the power and the glory forever. Amen. Loving God, we give you thanks for restoring us in your image. And nourishing us with spiritual food, now send us forth as forgiven people, healed and renewed, that we may proclaim your love to the world, and continue in the risen life of Christ.  Amen.  OUR WEBSITE: www.dailyradiobible.com We are reading through the New Living Translation.   Leave us a voicemail HERE: https://www.speakpipe.com/dailyradiobible Subscribe to us at YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Dailyradiobible/featured OTHER PODCASTS: Listen with Apple Podcast DAILY BIBLE FOR KIDS DAILY PSALMS DAILY PROVERBS DAILY LECTIONARY DAILY CHRONOLOGICAL  

While previous weeks focused on identity and work, Sabbath ultimately transforms how we relate to the people around us. When Israel lost their temple and homeland to Babylon, the Sabbath became the one thing the empire could not destroy or confiscate: a portable sanctuary of time. In Ezekiel 11, God promised to be a miqdash me'at—a “small sanctuary”—for His people right there in exile. Over time, God's people realized this sanctuary in exile wasn't a building, but a Sabbath table.Jeremiah's letter to the exiles offered a radical alternative to either denial (“just survive until we go home”) or despair (“blend in and become Babylonian”). God called them to rooted presence: to build houses, plant gardens, and seek the peace (shalom) of the very city that held them captive. Sabbath is what makes this rooted presence possible; it allows us to plant gardens and bring thriving in our culture without planting our identity or worth there.When we live under an internal “Pharaoh” driven by anxiety and productivity, we lose the ability to have real neighbors. Instead, we reduce people to four transactional categories:Rivals (who might get what I want)Threats (who might take what I have)Tools (who can be useful to me)Quotas (who are just another demand on my time)The Sabbath command in Deuteronomy 5 resets these categories by insisting everyone—family, workers, immigrants, and even animals—stop producing. It breaks into our transactional patterns and brings people back into their God-given position of image-bearers. Ultimately, loving people this way isn't about excess of effort;. it requires the heart surgery God promises in Ezekiel 11: removing our “heart of stone” and replacing it with an undivided “heart of flesh” around a shared table.Support the show

Click here for the DRB Daily Sign Up form! TODAY'S SCRIPTURE: Ezekiel 33–35; Revelation 12 Click HERE to give! One Year Bible Podcast: Join Hunter and Heather Barnes on the Daily Radio Bible, a daily Bible‑in‑a‑year podcast with 20‑minute Scripture readings, Christ‑centered devotion, and guided prayer.This daily Bible reading and devotional invites you to live as a citizen of Jesus' kingdom, reconciled, renewed, and deeply loved. TODAY'S EPISODE: Welcome to the Daily Radio Bible! On this September 6th episode, Hunter guides us through Ezekiel 33–35 and Revelation 12. In Ezekiel, the prophet is called to be a watchman. His responsibility is to listen for the Word of the Lord and faithfully sound the warning. But Ezekiel cannot control what others do with what they hear. His calling is faithfulness, not control. We also hear something remarkable about the heart of God. God takes no pleasure in the death of the wicked. His desire is that people turn from paths of destruction and live. Even in passages filled with judgment, we are invited to see the God who desires life. Then Revelation 12 pulls back the curtain on the conflict beneath the surface of history. We see the woman, the child, the dragon, Michael and his angels, and the great accuser cast down. But how is the enemy overcome? Not through greater violence. Not through domination or fear. "They have defeated him by the blood of the Lamb and by their testimony." Today's devotion reminds us that accusation is not the voice that gets the final word over our lives. The Lamb has overcome. In Christ, we are invited to step out from under shame and accusation and bear witness to the love that has set us free. TODAY'S DEVOTION: There is an accuser. And there is a Lamb. Revelation 12 gives us a picture of the spiritual conflict beneath the surface of the world. John sees a dragon, the ancient serpent, the one called the devil and Satan. And John gives him another name. The accuser. He is the one who accuses God's people day and night. That voice is familiar to many of us. It is the voice that tells you that you are your worst failure. It reminds you of what you did. What you should have done. What you said. What you should have said. It tells you that you are unworthy, unwanted, disqualified, and alone. Accusation has a way of reducing us to the worst thing about us. But Revelation tells us something astonishing. The accuser has been thrown down. And how is he overcome? John tells us: "They have defeated him by the blood of the Lamb and by their testimony." The Lamb has overcome the accuser. Jesus does not overcome through accusation of his own. He does not defeat violence by becoming more violent. He does not conquer evil by becoming evil. The Lamb conquers by giving himself away in love. The cross exposes the lie of the accuser because there we see what God actually thinks about humanity. God does not abandon us. God comes for us. God enters our violence, our shame, our sin, and our death. And he forgives. He heals. He restores. He raises the dead. This is why Ezekiel's words matter so much today. God says, "As surely as I live, I take no pleasure in the death of wicked people. I only want them to turn from their wicked ways so they can live." God desires life. That is the heart revealed in Jesus. The watchman sounds the warning because destruction is real. The paths we choose matter. Violence, pride, greed, hatred, and self-deception have consequences. But warning is not the same as condemnation. The warning is an invitation. Turn and live. Come home. Step away from the road that is destroying you. There is another way. And this is where our testimony comes in. "They have defeated him by the blood of the Lamb and by their testimony." Our testimony is not simply the story of everything we have done right. Quite the opposite. Our testimony is that the Lamb has loved us. The Lamb has found us. The Lamb has forgiven us. The Lamb has brought us out from underneath accusation and shame and given us a new identity. We belong to him. So when the accusing voice tells you that your failures define you, look to the Lamb. When shame tells you that you should hide, look to the Lamb. When fear tells you that God has abandoned you, look to the Lamb. When your own heart condemns you, remember the testimony you have been given. You are loved. You are forgiven. You belong. The accuser does not get the final word. Jesus does. And his word over you is life. So let us be faithful watchmen today. Not angry people shouting condemnation at the world, but people who have seen the Lamb and can bear witness to another way. Let our lives say: Turn and live. There is mercy. There is forgiveness. There is healing. There is a God who desires life for his creation. The Lamb has overcome. That's the prayer I have for my own soul. That's the prayer I have for my family, for my wife, my daughters, and my son. And that's the prayer I have for you. May it be so. TODAY'S PRAYERS: Lord God Almighty and everlasting father you have brought us in safety to this new day preserve us with your Mighty power that we might not fall into sin or be overcome by adversity. And in all we do, direct us to the fulfilling of your purpose  through Jesus Christ Our Lord amen.   Oh God you have made of one blood all the peoples of the earth and sent your blessed son to preach peace to those who are far and those who are near. Grant that people everywhere may seek after you, and find you. Bring the nations into your fold, pour out your Spirit on all flesh, and hasten the coming of your kingdom through Jesus Christ our Lord, Amen.   And now Lord,  make me an instrument of your peace.  Where there is hatred let me sow love. Where there is injury, pardon.  Where there is doubt, faith. Where there is despair, hope.  Where there is darkness, light.  And where there is sadness,  Joy.  Oh Lord grant that I might not seek to be consoled as to console. To be understood as to understand, to be loved as to love.  For it is in the giving that we receive, in the pardoning that we are pardoned, it is in the dying that we are born unto eternal life.  Amen And now as our Lord has taught us we are bold to pray... Our Father who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name, thy kingdom come thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven, give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our tresspasses as we forgive those who trespass against us, and lead us not unto temptation, but deliver us from evil, for thine is the Kingdom and the power and the glory forever. Amen. Loving God, we give you thanks for restoring us in your image. And nourishing us with spiritual food, now send us forth as forgiven people, healed and renewed, that we may proclaim your love to the world, and continue in the risen life of Christ.  Amen.  OUR WEBSITE: www.dailyradiobible.com We are reading through the New Living Translation.   Leave us a voicemail HERE: https://www.speakpipe.com/dailyradiobible Subscribe to us at YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Dailyradiobible/featured OTHER PODCASTS: Listen with Apple Podcast DAILY BIBLE FOR KIDS DAILY PSALMS DAILY PROVERBS DAILY LECTIONARY DAILY CHRONOLOGICAL  

Click here for the DRB Daily Sign Up form! TODAY'S SCRIPTURE: Ezekiel 33–35; Revelation 12 Click HERE to give! One Year Bible Podcast: Join Hunter and Heather Barnes on the Daily Radio Bible, a daily Bible‑in‑a‑year podcast with 20‑minute Scripture readings, Christ‑centered devotion, and guided prayer.This daily Bible reading and devotional invites you to live as a citizen of Jesus' kingdom, reconciled, renewed, and deeply loved. TODAY'S EPISODE: Welcome to the Daily Radio Bible! On this September 6th episode, Hunter guides us through Ezekiel 33–35 and Revelation 12. In Ezekiel, the prophet is called to be a watchman. His responsibility is to listen for the word of the Lord and faithfully sound the warning. But Ezekiel cannot control what others do with what they hear. His calling is faithfulness, not control. We also hear something remarkable about the heart of God. God takes no pleasure in the death of the wicked. His desire is that people turn from paths of destruction and live. Even in passages filled with judgment, we are invited to see the God who desires life. Then Revelation 12 pulls back the curtain on the conflict beneath the surface of history. We see the woman, the child, the dragon, Michael and his angels, and the great accuser cast down. But how is the enemy overcome? Not through greater violence. Not through domination or fear. "They have defeated him by the blood of the Lamb and by their testimony." Today's devotion reminds us that accusation is not the voice that gets the final word over our lives. The Lamb has overcome. In Christ we are invited to step out from under shame and accusation and bear witness to the love that has set us free. TODAY'S DEVOTION: There is an accuser. And there is a Lamb. Revelation 12 gives us a picture of the spiritual conflict beneath the surface of the world. John sees a dragon, the ancient serpent, the one called the devil and Satan. And John gives him another name. The accuser. He is the one who accuses God's people day and night. That voice is familiar to many of us. It is the voice that tells you that you are your worst failure. It reminds you of what you did. What you should have done. What you said. What you should have said. It tells you that you are unworthy, unwanted, disqualified, and alone. Accusation has a way of reducing us to the worst thing about us. But Revelation tells us something astonishing. The accuser has been thrown down. And how is he overcome? John tells us: "They have defeated him by the blood of the Lamb and by their testimony." The Lamb has overcome the accuser. Jesus does not overcome through accusation of his own. He does not defeat violence by becoming more violent. He does not conquer evil by becoming evil. The Lamb conquers by giving himself away in love. The cross exposes the lie of the accuser because there we see what God actually thinks about humanity. God does not abandon us. God comes for us. God enters our violence, our shame, our sin, our death. And he forgives. He heals. He restores. He raises the dead. This is why Ezekiel's words matter so much today. God says, "As surely as I live, I take no pleasure in the death of wicked people. I only want them to turn from their wicked ways so they can live." God desires life. That is the heart revealed in Jesus. The watchman sounds the warning because destruction is real. The paths we choose matter. Violence, pride, greed, hatred, and self-deception have consequences. But warning is not the same as condemnation. The warning is an invitation. Turn and live. Come home. Step away from the road that is destroying you. There is another way. And this is where our testimony comes in. "They have defeated him by the blood of the Lamb and by their testimony." Our testimony is not simply the story of everything we have done right. Quite the opposite. Our testimony is that the Lamb has loved us. The Lamb has found us. The Lamb has forgiven us. The Lamb has brought us out from underneath accusation and shame and given us a new identity. We belong to him. So when the accusing voice tells you that your failures define you, look to the Lamb. When shame tells you that you should hide, look to the Lamb. When fear tells you that God has abandoned you, look to the Lamb. When your own heart condemns you, remember the testimony you have been given. You are loved. You are forgiven. You belong. The accuser does not get the final word. Jesus does. And his word over you is life. So let us be faithful watchmen today. Not angry people shouting condemnation at the world, but people who have seen the Lamb and can bear witness to another way. Let our lives say: Turn and live. There is mercy. There is forgiveness. There is healing. There is a God who desires life for his creation. The Lamb has overcome. That's the prayer I have for my own soul. That's the prayer I have for my family, for my wife, my daughters, and my son. And that's the prayer I have for you. May it be so. TODAY'S PRAYERS: Lord God Almighty and everlasting father you have brought us in safety to this new day preserve us with your Mighty power that we might not fall into sin or be overcome by adversity. And in all we do, direct us to the fulfilling of your purpose  through Jesus Christ Our Lord amen.   Oh God you have made of one blood all the peoples of the earth and sent your blessed son to preach peace to those who are far and those who are near. Grant that people everywhere may seek after you, and find you. Bring the nations into your fold, pour out your Spirit on all flesh, and hasten the coming of your kingdom through Jesus Christ our Lord, Amen.   And now Lord,  make me an instrument of your peace.  Where there is hatred let me sow love. Where there is injury, pardon.  Where there is doubt, faith. Where there is despair, hope.  Where there is darkness, light.  And where there is sadness,  Joy.  Oh Lord grant that I might not seek to be consoled as to console. To be understood as to understand, to be loved as to love.  For it is in the giving that we receive, in the pardoning that we are pardoned, it is in the dying that we are born unto eternal life.  Amen And now as our Lord has taught us we are bold to pray... Our Father who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name, thy kingdom come thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven, give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our tresspasses as we forgive those who trespass against us, and lead us not unto temptation, but deliver us from evil, for thine is the Kingdom and the power and the glory forever. Amen. Loving God, we give you thanks for restoring us in your image. And nourishing us with spiritual food, now send us forth as forgiven people, healed and renewed, that we may proclaim your love to the world, and continue in the risen life of Christ.  Amen.  OUR WEBSITE: www.dailyradiobible.com We are reading through the New Living Translation.   Leave us a voicemail HERE: https://www.speakpipe.com/dailyradiobible Subscribe to us at YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Dailyradiobible/featured OTHER PODCASTS: Listen with Apple Podcast DAILY BIBLE FOR KIDS DAILY PSALMS DAILY PROVERBS DAILY LECTIONARY DAILY CHRONOLOGICAL  

Salvation is not the end of the story. In Ezekiel 37, God doesn't simply bring His people back to life. He restores them, unifies them, cleanses them, leads them, sanctifies them, and promises to dwell with them forevermore. God's work in our lives isn't limited to changing our eternal destination. Salvation changes the way we live today. It changes who we follow, how we relate to other believers, how we respond to sin, and how God's presence shapes our lives. If you've ever thought of salvation as simply “I'm going to heaven when I die,” this message will challenge you to see the much bigger picture of what God is doing in the life of a believer.

What do you do when life feels hopeless? In Ezekiel 37, God brings the prophet Ezekiel into a valley filled with dry bones. From every human perspective, the situation is beyond repair. Yet God asks a remarkable question: “Can these bones live?” The message of Ezekiel 37 is a powerful reminder that what looks hopeless to us is not beyond the power of God. Life can seem hopeless, but our feelings and circumstances do not have the final word. God's Word gives us hope, and His Spirit gives us life. Because God is gracious, there is always hope.

In Ezekiel 28–42, God brings judgment against proud nations and rebellious Israel, yet promises restoration and new life for His people. Through powerful visions—including the valley of dry bones and a restored temple—God reveals His power to revive what is dead, restore what was broken, and dwell once again among His people.Read the WHOLE Bible with me! Subscribe so you don't miss an episode. If you appreciate what is happening on this channel, please like, comment and most importantly, share this everywhere you can so we can bring as many people as possible with us on this Bible reading journey. GOD IS SO GOOD!Here is a link to all of the worship songs I have finished the Bible readings with. Worship with me!https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLv0l3ExigVUcMr6ja88bC607BoR1EaQuF&si=e1HfJdRXr4LSdU7WHere is the link to read the WHOLE Bible with me on YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLv0l3ExigVUdyHEiJ2X2tFvXNINmLMs7O&si=FM_Od_qVefeWU1kYDo you want a Bald Headed Country Boy t-shirt? You can find them on my website with the link below.https://baldheadedcountryboy.com/

Click here for the DRB Daily Sign Up form! TODAY'S SCRIPTURE: Ezekiel 12–14; Revelation 5 Click HERE to give! One Year Bible Podcast: Join Hunter and Heather Barnes on the Daily Radio Bible, a daily Bible‑in‑a‑year podcast with 20‑minute Scripture readings, Christ‑centered devotion, and guided prayer.This daily Bible reading and devotional invites you to live as a citizen of Jesus' kingdom, reconciled, renewed, and deeply loved. TODAY'S EPISODE: Welcome to the Daily Radio Bible! On this August 31st episode, Heather guides us through Ezekiel 12–14 and Revelation 5. In Ezekiel, we encounter a people who have become resistant to God's voice. The prophet acts out the coming exile, carrying his belongings through a hole in the wall as a sign of what is to come. False prophets continue offering comforting illusions, while hidden idols have taken root within the hearts of the people. Yet God continues to speak. Even amid rebellion and judgment, he calls his people to turn away from their idols and return to him. Then, in Revelation 5, John sees a scroll sealed with seven seals. No one in heaven or on earth appears worthy to open it, and John begins to weep. But an elder tells him to look again. When John looks, he sees the Lamb. Jesus steps forward on behalf of a broken and rebellious world. Through his self-giving and forgiving love, he opens the way toward healing, restoration, and new creation. The sorrow of John's first look becomes the worship and new song of a countless multitude. Today's devotion encourages us to keep looking. When our first look brings only grief, confusion, shame, or despair, we are invited to look again and see the Lamb who has stepped forward for us. TODAY'S DEVOTION: At first look, you might weep. But you need to look again. We look for answers to the judgment that life is sure to bring, the rebellion that is present in every human heart, and the destruction that comes from our own selfish ways. When we take that first look, we may weep because we cannot see an answer. John could not see an answer either. He wept because he recognized that he had no answer within himself. No one had been found worthy to open the scroll. No one had stepped forward on behalf of this broken and rebellious world. John wept for himself. He wept for his people. He wept for the world. But an elder stopped him and told him to look again. In this second look, John would see the answer. And the answer was not what he expected. The answer was the Lamb. The elder said, "Stop weeping. Look." The Lamb steps forward to take the scroll that represents the judgment this broken and rebellious world has brought upon itself. He is not forced forward. He is not pushed or compelled. He steps forward willingly because of the love he has for his broken world and for broken people like you and me. The Lamb is the only one who can answer the judgment we have brought into this life. The scroll was nailed with him to the cross. There, he answered the accusations written against humanity. He did not answer violence with greater violence. He answered it with self-giving, radically forgiving, co-suffering love. That is what we are invited to look at again. Then John is told to take a third look. In this third look, he sees all that the Lamb has accomplished by stepping forward. He sees people from every tribe, language, people, and nation. Countless millions surround the throne, worshiping and adoring the Lamb. So keep looking. When you cannot see an answer through your tears, keep looking. When your first look reveals only rebellion, judgment, suffering, and loss, look again. You will see the Lamb. He alone is the answer you are looking for. He is the answer to your despair and shame. He is the answer to your broken heart and your regrets. He has stepped forward for you, out of love, to do what he alone can do. And then look a third time. You will see that the Lamb has stepped forward for countless millions of others, broken and rebellious people just like us. He is making them new. He is restoring their hearts. He is drying their tears. He is giving them a new song. Worthy is the Lamb. May God enable us to sing this new song today. May he give us eyes to look, and look, and look again. That's the prayer I have for my own soul. That's the prayer I have for my family and for you. May it be so. TODAY'S PRAYERS: Lord God Almighty and everlasting father you have brought us in safety to this new day preserve us with your Mighty power that we might not fall into sin or be overcome by adversity. And in all we do, direct us to the fulfilling of your purpose  through Jesus Christ Our Lord amen.   Oh God you have made of one blood all the peoples of the earth and sent your blessed son to preach peace to those who are far and those who are near. Grant that people everywhere may seek after you, and find you. Bring the nations into your fold, pour out your Spirit on all flesh, and hasten the coming of your kingdom through Jesus Christ our Lord, Amen.   And now Lord,  make me an instrument of your peace.  Where there is hatred let me sow love. Where there is injury, pardon.  Where there is doubt, faith. Where there is despair, hope.  Where there is darkness, light.  And where there is sadness,  Joy.  Oh Lord grant that I might not seek to be consoled as to console. To be understood as to understand, to be loved as to love.  For it is in the giving that we receive, in the pardoning that we are pardoned, it is in the dying that we are born unto eternal life.  Amen And now as our Lord has taught us we are bold to pray... Our Father who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name, thy kingdom come thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven, give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our tresspasses as we forgive those who trespass against us, and lead us not unto temptation, but deliver us from evil, for thine is the Kingdom and the power and the glory forever. Amen. Loving God, we give you thanks for restoring us in your image. And nourishing us with spiritual food, now send us forth as forgiven people, healed and renewed, that we may proclaim your love to the world, and continue in the risen life of Christ.  Amen.  OUR WEBSITE: www.dailyradiobible.com We are reading through the New Living Translation.   Leave us a voicemail HERE: https://www.speakpipe.com/dailyradiobible Subscribe to us at YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Dailyradiobible/featured OTHER PODCASTS: Listen with Apple Podcast DAILY BIBLE FOR KIDS DAILY PSALMS DAILY PROVERBS DAILY LECTIONARY DAILY CHRONOLOGICAL  

In Ezekiel 13–27, God confronts false prophets, idolatry, corruption, and the persistent rebellion of His people. Through Ezekiel, He warns Jerusalem and the surrounding nations of coming judgment, showing that sin has serious consequences and that He alone is the sovereign and righteous Lord.Read the WHOLE Bible with me! Subscribe so you don't miss an episode. If you appreciate what is happening on this channel, please like, comment and most importantly, share this everywhere you can so we can bring as many people as possible with us on this Bible reading journey. GOD IS SO GOOD!Here is a link to all of the worship songs I have finished the Bible readings with. Worship with me!https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLv0l3ExigVUcMr6ja88bC607BoR1EaQuF&si=e1HfJdRXr4LSdU7WHere is the link to read the WHOLE Bible with me on YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLv0l3ExigVUdyHEiJ2X2tFvXNINmLMs7O&si=FM_Od_qVefeWU1kYDo you want a Bald Headed Country Boy t-shirt? You can find them on my website with the link below.https://baldheadedcountryboy.com/

Click here for the DRB Daily Sign Up form! TODAY'S SCRIPTURE: Ezekiel 8–11; Revelation 4 Click HERE to give! One Year Bible Podcast: Join Hunter and Heather Barnes on the Daily Radio Bible, a daily Bible‑in‑a‑year podcast with 20‑minute Scripture readings, Christ‑centered devotion, and guided prayer.This daily Bible reading and devotional invites you to live as a citizen of Jesus' kingdom, reconciled, renewed, and deeply loved. TODAY'S EPISODE: Welcome to the Daily Radio Bible! On this August 30th episode, Hunter guides us through Ezekiel 8–11 and Revelation 4. In Ezekiel, the prophet is given a troubling vision of what is happening within the temple in Jerusalem. The place intended for the worship of God has become filled with idolatry, corruption, and hidden practices. Ezekiel witnesses the glory of God departing from the temple as the people continue to place other things at the center of their lives. Yet even in the midst of judgment and exile, God offers a promise of restoration. He promises to gather his scattered people, give them an undivided heart, and place a new spirit within them. Hearts of stone will be replaced with tender and responsive hearts. Then, in Revelation 4, John is invited through an open door into the throne room of heaven. There he sees the true center of all reality. Around the throne are living beings, elders, flashes of lightning, and ceaseless worship. Everything is ordered around the One who sits upon the throne. Today's devotion invites us to see what heaven sees. Christ is at the center of all things. When our lives become centered on lesser things, they drift toward confusion, anxiety, and disorder. But when Christ takes his rightful place at the center of our hearts, our priorities, and our affections, life begins to align with what is ultimately true. TODAY'S DEVOTION: He is at the center. Do you see it? The vision given to John in Revelation places the throne of God at the very heart of heaven. Everything surrounds it. The living beings, the elders, the sea of glass, and the great chorus of worship are all arranged around the One who sits upon the throne. At the center of what is, what has been, and what will forever be is God. The problem is that we often lack the eyes to see what is truly real. We live off-center. Our lives begin to orbit around lesser things. We place our work, possessions, fears, ambitions, relationships, politics, pain, or need for approval at the center. These things may be important, but they were never intended to bear the weight of becoming the center of our lives. When something other than Christ occupies the center, everything begins to feel disordered. We become anxious. We become confused. We lose our sense of proportion and purpose. Ezekiel sees this happening in the temple. The place that had been set apart for the worship of God had become crowded with idols. The people continued to participate in religious activity, but their hearts had moved far away. Other things had taken the center. But John is shown another vision. He sees heaven as it truly is. Everything is properly ordered around the throne. Worship breaks out because all of creation recognizes the One at the center. The living beings are covered with eyes. They see what is real. They see God in his beauty, holiness, goodness, and glory. Because they see, they worship. John writes his vision so that we might see too. Christ is at the center. He is the center of creation. He is the center of history. He is the center of salvation. He is the center of the life that God is restoring within us. We do not make Christ the center by our effort or devotion. He already is the center. Our invitation is to awaken to what is true and allow our lives to become aligned with that reality. When Christ is at the center of our hearts, affections, and priorities, worship begins to arise here and now. Life starts to find its proper order. Our fears no longer occupy the throne. Our failures no longer define us. Our ambitions no longer control us. Our circumstances no longer determine whether God is near. Christ is at the center, and we begin to participate in the joy, strength, and purpose of his life. Ezekiel also gives us a promise. God will gather his people and give them an undivided heart. He will remove their stony and stubborn hearts and give them tender, responsive hearts. That is what we need. We need hearts that are no longer divided among a thousand competing centers. We need hearts made tender and whole by the Spirit, hearts that are able to see Jesus and respond to his love. So today, may God give us eyes to see. May we see Christ at the center of all things. May our lives become aligned with heaven's true focus. And may worship break out in our hearts, our homes, our relationships, and everything we do. That's the prayer I have for my own soul. That's the prayer I have for my family, for my wife, my daughters, and my son. And that's the prayer I have for you. May it be so. TODAY'S PRAYERS: Lord God Almighty and everlasting father you have brought us in safety to this new day preserve us with your Mighty power that we might not fall into sin or be overcome by adversity. And in all we do, direct us to the fulfilling of your purpose  through Jesus Christ Our Lord amen.   Oh God you have made of one blood all the peoples of the earth and sent your blessed son to preach peace to those who are far and those who are near. Grant that people everywhere may seek after you, and find you. Bring the nations into your fold, pour out your Spirit on all flesh, and hasten the coming of your kingdom through Jesus Christ our Lord, Amen.   And now Lord,  make me an instrument of your peace.  Where there is hatred let me sow love. Where there is injury, pardon.  Where there is doubt, faith. Where there is despair, hope.  Where there is darkness, light.  And where there is sadness,  Joy.  Oh Lord grant that I might not seek to be consoled as to console. To be understood as to understand, to be loved as to love.  For it is in the giving that we receive, in the pardoning that we are pardoned, it is in the dying that we are born unto eternal life.  Amen And now as our Lord has taught us we are bold to pray... Our Father who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name, thy kingdom come thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven, give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our tresspasses as we forgive those who trespass against us, and lead us not unto temptation, but deliver us from evil, for thine is the Kingdom and the power and the glory forever. Amen. Loving God, we give you thanks for restoring us in your image. And nourishing us with spiritual food, now send us forth as forgiven people, healed and renewed, that we may proclaim your love to the world, and continue in the risen life of Christ.  Amen.  OUR WEBSITE: www.dailyradiobible.com We are reading through the New Living Translation.   Leave us a voicemail HERE: https://www.speakpipe.com/dailyradiobible Subscribe to us at YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Dailyradiobible/featured OTHER PODCASTS: Listen with Apple Podcast DAILY BIBLE FOR KIDS DAILY PSALMS DAILY PROVERBS DAILY LECTIONARY DAILY CHRONOLOGICAL  

Click here for the DRB Daily Sign Up form! TODAY'S SCRIPTURE: Ezekiel 4–7; Revelation 3 Click HERE to give! One Year Bible Podcast: Join Hunter and Heather Barnes on the Daily Radio Bible, a daily Bible‑in‑a‑year podcast with 20‑minute Scripture readings, Christ‑centered devotion, and guided prayer.This daily Bible reading and devotional invites you to live as a citizen of Jesus' kingdom, reconciled, renewed, and deeply loved. TODAY'S EPISODE: Welcome to the Daily Radio Bible! On this August 29th episode, Hunter guides us through Ezekiel 4–7 and Revelation 3. In Ezekiel, we encounter vivid and sobering signs of the judgment coming upon Jerusalem. Ezekiel acts out the siege of the city, revealing the consequences of violence, idolatry, injustice, and a people who have placed their confidence in something other than God. The warnings are difficult, but they call God's people to wake up and see the truth about the path they have chosen. Then, in Revelation 3, Jesus speaks to the churches in Sardis, Philadelphia, and Laodicea. He calls the sleeping to awaken, encourages the faithful to persevere, and confronts those who have become comfortable and self-sufficient. The church in Laodicea believes it is rich and needs nothing, yet Jesus tells them that they cannot see their true condition. Still, Jesus does not abandon them. He stands outside the door and knocks, inviting them to open their lives to him and share a meal as friends. Today's devotion asks us to consider whether success, comfort, possessions, or self-reliance have quietly pushed Jesus to the margins of our lives. His knocking is not the sound of condemnation. It is the persistent invitation of love, calling us back into communion and the true riches of his presence. TODAY'S DEVOTION: He stands at the door and knocks. In the vision given to John, we meet Jesus outside the door of the church in Laodicea. The door has been closed from the inside by people who have become content with their own wealth and self-sufficiency. They say, "I am rich. I have everything I want. I don't need a thing." They believe they are thriving. They imagine that their success and resources are evidence that everything is well. But Jesus sees what they cannot see. They are poor. They are blind. They are exposed. Their wealth has blinded them to their need. Success and comfort have taken the place of communion with Christ. They have become so confident in what they possess that they no longer recognize the One standing outside the door. It is a sobering picture. This is not only a warning for churches. It is a warning for each one of us. The seduction of self-reliance can quietly push Jesus away from the center of our lives. We begin to trust our own resources, abilities, achievements, intelligence, or reputation. We may even confuse outward success with inward health. We imagine that we are living fully, while slowly exchanging the life of Christ for something far smaller. But the beautiful thing in this passage is the persistence of Jesus. He does not abandon the church. He does not walk away in disgust. He does not stop loving those who have pushed him outside. He stands at the door and knocks. Jesus continues to invite them into fellowship. He says that if anyone hears his voice and opens the door, he will come in and share a meal with that person as friends. This is not the voice of rejection. It is the voice of love. Jesus wants to open our eyes. He wants us to see the depth of our need and the greatness of his grace. He wants to free us from the illusion that we can create life for ourselves. The true riches are not found in what we possess. The true riches are found in him. In Christ, we are invited into communion, friendship, belonging, and the fullness of the life he shares with the Father and the Spirit. Maybe there is a door in your life that has been closed to Jesus. Maybe there is an ambition, fear, resentment, possession, relationship, or sense of self-sufficiency that has taken his place at the center. Listen today. He is still knocking. His knocking is not an angry demand. It is a gracious invitation to return, to open the door, and to receive the life that only he can give. Let him in. Sit with him. Receive the true riches of his presence. That's the prayer I have for my own soul. That's the prayer I have for my family, for my wife, my daughters, and my son. And that's the prayer I have for you. May it be so. TODAY'S PRAYERS: Lord God Almighty and everlasting father you have brought us in safety to this new day preserve us with your Mighty power that we might not fall into sin or be overcome by adversity. And in all we do, direct us to the fulfilling of your purpose  through Jesus Christ Our Lord amen.   Oh God you have made of one blood all the peoples of the earth and sent your blessed son to preach peace to those who are far and those who are near. Grant that people everywhere may seek after you, and find you. Bring the nations into your fold, pour out your Spirit on all flesh, and hasten the coming of your kingdom through Jesus Christ our Lord, Amen.   And now Lord,  make me an instrument of your peace.  Where there is hatred let me sow love. Where there is injury, pardon.  Where there is doubt, faith. Where there is despair, hope.  Where there is darkness, light.  And where there is sadness,  Joy.  Oh Lord grant that I might not seek to be consoled as to console. To be understood as to understand, to be loved as to love.  For it is in the giving that we receive, in the pardoning that we are pardoned, it is in the dying that we are born unto eternal life.  Amen And now as our Lord has taught us we are bold to pray... Our Father who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name, thy kingdom come thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven, give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our tresspasses as we forgive those who trespass against us, and lead us not unto temptation, but deliver us from evil, for thine is the Kingdom and the power and the glory forever. Amen. Loving God, we give you thanks for restoring us in your image. And nourishing us with spiritual food, now send us forth as forgiven people, healed and renewed, that we may proclaim your love to the world, and continue in the risen life of Christ.  Amen.  OUR WEBSITE: www.dailyradiobible.com We are reading through the New Living Translation.   Leave us a voicemail HERE: https://www.speakpipe.com/dailyradiobible Subscribe to us at YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Dailyradiobible/featured OTHER PODCASTS: Listen with Apple Podcast DAILY BIBLE FOR KIDS DAILY PSALMS DAILY PROVERBS DAILY LECTIONARY DAILY CHRONOLOGICAL  

Click here for the DRB Daily Sign Up form! TODAY'S SCRIPTURE: Ezekiel 1–3; Revelation 2 Click HERE to give! One Year Bible Podcast: Join Hunter and Heather Barnes on the Daily Radio Bible, a daily Bible‑in‑a‑year podcast with 20‑minute Scripture readings, Christ‑centered devotion, and guided prayer.This daily Bible reading and devotional invites you to live as a citizen of Jesus' kingdom, reconciled, renewed, and deeply loved. TODAY'S EPISODE: Welcome to the Daily Radio Bible! On this August 28th episode, Hunter guides us through Ezekiel 1–3 and Revelation 2. In Ezekiel, we encounter an awe-inspiring vision of God's glory beside the Kebar River. Ezekiel sees living beings, wheels within wheels, flashes of fire, and a throne above the heavens. In the midst of exile, far from Jerusalem and everything familiar, God reveals that his presence has not abandoned his people. Ezekiel is then called to speak God's Word to a stubborn and rebellious nation. His task is not to control how people respond, but to listen, receive the Word for himself, and faithfully speak what he has been given. Then, in Revelation 2, Jesus walks among the seven golden lampstands, which represent the churches. He is present among his people, offering encouragement, correction, warning, and hope. Today's devotion invites us to look for Jesus where he has promised to be found: among his people. Even when the church is imperfect, messy, or difficult, Christ has not abandoned it. He continues to walk among us, speak through his Word, and invite anyone with ears to hear what the Spirit is saying. TODAY'S DEVOTION: Where do we find Jesus? John gives us a clear answer in Revelation. Jesus is standing and walking among the seven golden lampstands, and the lampstands represent the seven churches. Jesus is right in the midst of his people. He is not confined to the walls of a building. He is not hidden in some far-off, unreachable place. He is here, among those who belong to him, even when that gathering is messy, imperfect, and complicated. Seven is often the biblical number of wholeness and completion. So when John describes Jesus walking among the seven lampstands, we are being shown something larger than seven individual congregations in Asia Minor. Jesus is present among the whole church. He is present among all his people. These churches are not perfect. Some have lost their first love. Some are enduring persecution. Some have compromised with the surrounding culture. Some are tolerating destructive teaching and behavior. And yet Jesus is among them. He has not walked away. He comes with words of comfort, correction, warning, and promise. His presence is not passive. He speaks because he loves his people and desires their healing, faithfulness, and renewal. Again and again, John tells us, "Anyone with ears to hear must listen to the Spirit and understand what he is saying to the churches." That means more than simply hearing words. It means tuning our hearts toward God. It means allowing his Word to address us, challenge us, correct us, and reshape the way we live. This podcast is not simply about reading the Scriptures. It is about allowing the Scriptures to read us. As we gather around God's Word, Christ is present. He meets us in the ordinary circumstances of our lives. He speaks into our fears, failures, hopes, relationships, and communities. We do not have to work ourselves into a spiritual frenzy to find him. He is exactly where we would expect him to be. He is among his people. He is present when we gather, when we listen, when we pray, and when we open ourselves to the transforming work of the Spirit. Sometimes we may be tempted to withdraw from imperfect community. We may become disillusioned by the failures of the church or frustrated by the people around us. But Jesus has not abandoned his people. He walks among the lampstands. He is present within the mess, offering comfort, strength, protection, loving correction, and joy. So today, let us have ears to hear. Let us look for Jesus among his people, not only among the polished and impressive, but among ordinary, wounded, complicated human beings who are learning to follow him. Let us allow Christ to read us through his Word. Let us receive his encouragement, correction, and love. Jesus is here. He walks among us. That's the prayer I have for my own soul. That's the prayer I have for my family, for my wife, my daughters, and my son. And that's the prayer I have for you. May it be so. TODAY'S PRAYERS: Lord God Almighty and everlasting father you have brought us in safety to this new day preserve us with your Mighty power that we might not fall into sin or be overcome by adversity. And in all we do, direct us to the fulfilling of your purpose  through Jesus Christ Our Lord amen.   Oh God you have made of one blood all the peoples of the earth and sent your blessed son to preach peace to those who are far and those who are near. Grant that people everywhere may seek after you, and find you. Bring the nations into your fold, pour out your Spirit on all flesh, and hasten the coming of your kingdom through Jesus Christ our Lord, Amen.   And now Lord,  make me an instrument of your peace.  Where there is hatred let me sow love. Where there is injury, pardon.  Where there is doubt, faith. Where there is despair, hope.  Where there is darkness, light.  And where there is sadness,  Joy.  Oh Lord grant that I might not seek to be consoled as to console. To be understood as to understand, to be loved as to love.  For it is in the giving that we receive, in the pardoning that we are pardoned, it is in the dying that we are born unto eternal life.  Amen And now as our Lord has taught us we are bold to pray... Our Father who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name, thy kingdom come thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven, give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our tresspasses as we forgive those who trespass against us, and lead us not unto temptation, but deliver us from evil, for thine is the Kingdom and the power and the glory forever. Amen. Loving God, we give you thanks for restoring us in your image. And nourishing us with spiritual food, now send us forth as forgiven people, healed and renewed, that we may proclaim your love to the world, and continue in the risen life of Christ.  Amen.  OUR WEBSITE: www.dailyradiobible.com We are reading through the New Living Translation.   Leave us a voicemail HERE: https://www.speakpipe.com/dailyradiobible Subscribe to us at YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Dailyradiobible/featured OTHER PODCASTS: Listen with Apple Podcast DAILY BIBLE FOR KIDS DAILY PSALMS DAILY PROVERBS DAILY LECTIONARY DAILY CHRONOLOGICAL  

Fr. Mike shows us from our reading of Jeremiah that when we give our hearts and minds over to idols we become foolish. The way of man is not in himself, we need the Lord to guide and correct us. In Ezekiel, we read about the vision of the measuring of the temple and Fr. Mike shows us how the early Church Fathers would read the Old Testament in light of the New Testament. Today's readings are Jeremiah 10-11, Ezekiel 40, and Proverbs 15:5-8. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear. Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.

Fr. Mike explains the significance behind the mention of bones in Jeremiah and Ezekiel. In Jeremiah, we learn that the bones of God's people are scattered because of their worship of false gods. In Ezekiel, we see the prophet prophesy over the valley of dry bones and the Lord's Spirit restoring and moving within them. Today's readings are Jeremiah 8, Ezekiel 37-38, and Proverbs 14:33-35. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear. Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.

Fr. Mike points out that the prophecy from Isaiah 61 is fulfilled by Jesus (as described in Luke 4). In Ezekiel, Fr. Mike draws our attention to the importance of the Sabbath as the sign of the covenant with God. The readings are Isaiah 61-62, Ezekiel 20, and Proverbs 13:13-16. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear. Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.

Prophetic Declaration: Breathe on These Dry Bones! Then he said to me, “Prophesy to these bones and say to them, ‘Dry bones, hear the word of the Lord! Ezekiel 37:4 In moments of despair, when dreams feel shattered, and hope seems a distant memory, we often find ourselves standing in our own Valley of Dry Bones. We look around and see the remnants of what once was — relationships, aspirations, and joy — all reduced to dust. Yet, even in our deepest valleys, a profound truth emerges: hope can rise again. This is a prophetic declaration — a call to breathe life back into our desolation, an invitation to believe that God can resurrect what seems beyond repair. Ezekiel's vision in the valley serves as a powerful reminder of God's ability to revive our dry bones. In Ezekiel 37:4–10, the Lord commands, “Prophesy to these bones and say to them, ‘Hear, O dry bones! I will make breath enter you, and you will come to life.'” Just as God breathed life into those bones, He can infuse breath into our defeated dreams. Romans 8:11 emphasizes that the same Spirit who raised Jesus from the dead lives within us, igniting a resurrection power that defies all odds. “What God names, God raises.” When He calls something into existence, it becomes vibrant and alive. Job 33:4 says, "The Spirit of God has made me, and the breath of the Almighty gives me life." Reflect on your own life: What dreams lay dormant? What relationships feel fractured? Take a moment to invite the Spirit of God into these spaces. Speak life into your circumstances, and remember that you are not alone. You are part of a divine narrative where hope meets healing. Through small acts of faith — like prayer, journaling, or reaching out to someone in need — you can ignite the spark that sets your life back on a transformative path. Think of Job in Job 33:4, where he declared his faith amidst anguish, believing that God would restore him. Like Job, we are called to declare life to our bones to live! With every breath we take, we can partner with God in prophecy to bring our desolate dreams back to life. Ask the Lord to assemble His purpose and animate your destiny, knowing that resurrection flows from His spirit. Amen. 1 Corinthians 6:14 says, "By His power God raised the Lord from the dead, and He will raise us also." Amen. Prayer for the Day!Heavenly Father, thank You for the promise of new life. Spirit of God, breathe life into what is dry within me; awaken my dreams and passions. As I stand in faith, I declare that You will assemble purpose and animate destiny in me. May Your resurrection power flow through every aspect of my life, restoring hope and joy in Jesus' name. Amen. https://maglife.org

In Ezekiel 47, a small trickle flowing from the temple becomes a powerful river that brings life, healing, and restoration everywhere it goes. Pastor Corey Alley walks through this prophetic vision and shows how it points us directly to Jesus, whose sacrifice can bring life into the driest, most painful, and most chaotic places within us. God often gives His people a finished picture while they are still living through an unfinished season. This message is an invitation to move beyond ankle deep faith and trust God with the parts of your life you have been afraid to surrender. Whether you are carrying bitterness, brokenness, disappointment, addiction, unanswered questions, or pain from your past, the river of God's presence is still flowing, and there is healing wherever the river goes. The question is not whether God wants to move in your life. The question is whether you are willing to step into deeper water and give Him your yes.   New here or made a decision to follow Jesus today? We would love to connect with you. Fill out our digital connection card: https://churchontherock.net/connect-card  

He said to me, “Son of man, eat this scroll I am giving you and fill your stomach with it.” So I ate it, and it tasted as sweet as honey in my mouth. — Ezekiel 3:3 My morning ritual includes a cup of tea mixed with apple cider vinegar and a tablespoon of honey. I believe this bittersweet drink is good for digestion and fighting allergies. It seems also that a spoonful of honey may be good medicine that keeps my head clear.In Ezekiel's time as a prophet, he received messages from God to warn his people of the coming destruction from Babylon. The messages were bittersweet and meant to prepare God's people for a great disaster, the loss of their homeland and the destruction of the temple in Jerusalem. Ezekiel's words of prophecy were intended as medicine to purify and preserve God's people.For too long these people had been mixing with other religions and eating at the tables of false gods. So they could not stomach the messages of this edible scroll, and they would not listen. Ezekiel was able to bring the messages because he had ingested, digested, and internalized the “sweet as honey” Word of God in his heart and mind. The Word of God sustained and energized him to speak the Lord's message.God's Spirit-breathed Word in the Bible, given and gathered over thousands of years, is true and bittersweet. What are you doing to ingest, digest, and internalize this Word? Is God's Word purifying and energizing you so that his message can go out to others?  Lord, protect us from the sickening messages of the toxic world around us. Plant your Word in our hearts. Rescue, purify, and use us to speak your words of life. Amen.

The Bible specifically names Iran in a major end-times prophecy. In Ezekiel 38–39, “Persia” (modern Iran) joins a powerful coalition led by Gog of Magog that will invade Israel in the last days. God declares He will draw this massive army into battle, but then dramatically intervene with earthquakes, storms, fire, and confusion—causing the invaders to turn on each other. The result? God supernaturally protects Israel and reveals His glory to the world.Additional prophecies in Jeremiah 49 (about ancient Elam in southwest Iran) speak of judgment followed by future restoration, while Daniel 10 shows a spiritual battle behind the earthly conflict.These passages remind us that God is sovereign over nations—including Iran—and His Word gives us hope, not fear. The proper response is prayer, faith, and sharing the gospel.Listen in as we take a deep dive into Iran's future.

As followers of Christ we have a mission to spread the Gospel which makes us messengers. In Ezekiel 3, the Lord gives clear instructions on part of the job of a Gospel messenger. Robert and Andrew discuss Ezekiel 3 and the job of a messenger watchmen.Send us Fan MailSupport the showQuestions or Comments? Please reach out to us through email at questions@truewisdom.info or on Twitter/X @truewisdom_podGive instruction to a wise man, and he will be yet wiser: teach a just man, and he will increase in learning. The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom: and the knowledge of the holy is understanding. Proverbs 9:9-10The Key Principles of Effective Bible Study is a resource that we reference in many of our episodes. It is explained in a series of podcasts found at Rightly Divide.God's Precious Word is a condensed, 9-part series, based on the same document.Other Resources:— e-Sword Bible Software— MySword Bible Software— Blue Letter Bible Study Site— "Knowing the Bible" Bible MapsWe pray that these resources will be very helpful to you in your Bible Studies overall.

TDAgiantSlayer@Gmail.com  The David Alliance Garth Heckman The New Testament / Messianic Connection In Christian theology, Jesus directly applies this imagery to himself and the Holy Spirit. In John 7:37-38, he stands up at the Feast of Tabernacles—a festival focused heavily on water rituals—and cries out: "Whoever believes in me, as Scripture has said, rivers of living water will flow from within them." The ultimate fulfillment is seen as the Gospel and the Holy Spirit starting as a small movement in Jerusalem and swelling to bring spiritual life to the "dead" places of the entire world.     John 7:38 reads: “Whoever believes in me, as Scripture has said, rivers of living water will flow from within them.” To fully capture the weight of this verse, we have to look at the explosive cultural context in which Jesus said it, the radical imagery of the original Greek, and what it actually looks like when this "living water" breaks out into daily life.   1. The Theological Context: The Water Libation Ritual Jesus doesn't whisper this statement in private; he shouts it on the final, greatest day of the Feast of Tabernacles(Sukkot). During this 7-day festival, the High Priest led a massive procession down to the Pool of Siloam, filled a golden pitcher with water, and marched back to the Temple. As the crowds waved palm branches and sang the Hallel (Psalms 113–118), the priest poured the water out onto the altar.   On the eighth day, the water pouring stopped—symbolizing that the desert wanderings were over and they had reached the Promised Land. It is precisely at this moment of silence, when the water ritual ends, that Jesus stands up and shouts that He is the true source of that water. He is claiming to be the rock in the desert, the fulfillment of Ezekiel's temple, and the source of the prophetic river.   2. Deep Dive Into the Greek Text Two specific words in the original Greek completely change how we visualize this verse. Koilia (κοιλία) – "From Within Them" The Literal Meaning: In older translations (like the KJV), this is translated as "out of his belly." Koilia literally refers to the abdomen, the womb, the innermost core, or the seat of human appetite and emotion.   IT WILL CHANGE YOU DEEPLY FROM THE INSIDE OUT… **The man who hit his thumb with a hammer who was filled with joy “I didn't swear… I didn't swear..!    The Theological Depth: Jesus is making a startling anatomical shift. In Ezekiel's vision, the river flowed from the physical threshold of the Temple. Jesus says that for the believer, the river flows from their koilia—their absolute innermost core.     CATCH THIS:  Because the Holy Spirit indwells the believer, you become the mobile temple of God. The cosmic river of life no longer flows from a building in Jerusalem; it flows out of the deepest, most central part of your converted being.

Stress is real, and most of us know what it feels like to carry too much for too long. It can settle into our thoughts, drain our energy, affect our bodies, and leave our spirits feeling tired and thin. Sometimes stress shows up loudly, and sometimes it hides behind a smile, a busy schedule, or the simple effort to keep going. In Ezekiel's vision of the dry bones, we see a powerful reminder that even what looks empty, scattered, and beyond repair is still within God's reach. God is not afraid of our dry places, our overwhelmed places, or the parts of us that feel worn down by life. God meets us there with hope, breath, and new life, and that means stress does not have to be the end of our story.

Monday, 6 July 2026   And He said to them, “It is written, ‘My house shall be called a house of prayer,' but you have made it a ‘den of thieves.'” Matthew 21:13   “And He says to them, ‘It has been written: “The ‘house, Mine', ‘house, prayer' it will be called.” You also, it, you made ‘cave, robbers'.'” (CG).   In the previous verse, Jesus drove out those selling in the temple and overturned the tables of the money changers and those who sold doves. After having done that, Matthew next records, “And He says to them, ‘It has been written.'”   Jesus uses Scripture as the written authority to justify doing what He has done. Even if the leaders of Israel allowed this under their authority, what they allowed could not be justified if it conflicted with what God submitted in His word. It is His word that established them as a people and gave the leaders their authority to lead.   As for what had been written, Jesus loosely cites Isaiah and Jeremiah, saying, “The ‘house, Mine', ‘house, prayer' it will be called.”   This is from Isaiah 56:7. A literal translation from the Hebrew says –   “...for My house, ‘house, intercession' it will be called to all the peoples.”   Jesus' citation of this shows what the intent of the temple was. It was to be a house of intercession between God and man. And more, it was for all the peoples, meaning people groups that extend beyond the nation of Israel. Instead of presenting the temple to the peoples in this manner, Jesus next says, “You also, it, you made ‘cave, robbers'.”   Two new words are seen here. The first is spélaion, a cavern or cave. One can see the etymological ancestor of our word spelunk, a cave. Instead of a place of order and structure, a cave is an unshapely, dark dwelling where hidden deeds can be carried out.   The second new word is léstés, a robber. It is someone who steals out in the open, typically with violence. The thought is something like a bandit or a marauder. If on the high seas, it would be a pirate. Jesus' words are cited from Jeremiah 7:11 –   “The ‘cave, tyrants' it became, the house, the this, which it was called, My name, upon it.”   The Hebrew word parits, tyrant, is from parats, to break out. As such, the word refers to someone like a violent destroyer. The people had taken a good thing and destroyed its intended use. Because of their treatment of the House of God, Jesus was compelled to take action, setting things right before His Father.   Life application: One can see how God jealously protects His dwelling. The tabernacle and then the temple were edifices intended to reflect the glory of who God in Christ would be and what He would do. Each implement was a type and shadow of Jesus, meaning His person and His ministry.   They had profaned that by allowing things not designated by God to interfere with what was ordained by Him. But this is something we can do today as well. God has presented Christ Jesus to the world. The gospels are recorded, and the epistles have been provided to explain Jesus and His ministry.   But anytime we deviate from what is written, even unintentionally, we mar and deface God's presentation of Christ, just as those of Israel marred and defaced the anticipations of Christ in their treatment of God's house.   In Ezekiel 9:1-11, God judged and destroyed the people for exactly this irreverent attitude. Take time to read that passage today and think about what our actions deserve when we treat the word in a similar manner.   Do you think God is pleased with legalism? Is He pleased with liberal theology? Will He be forgiving of Joseph Smith's addition to Scripture in the Book of Mormon or the Seventh Day Adventists esteeming of the writings of Ellen G. White? No. He will pour out His anger on those who so manipulate and twist His word for their own demented purposes.   God does not change. Let us not manipulate the sacredness of God's word, but treat it as holy and sacred.   Lord God, may our treatment of Your word demonstrate a caring and respectful attitude toward its contents at all times. Help us to cherish it, share it properly, and exalt You through our application of it to our lives. Amen.

There are seasons when life feels like a valley of dry bones. We look around and see loss, disappointment, injustice, and deep weariness, and it can feel like hope has dried up right in front of us. Sometimes that valley shows up in our personal lives, in broken dreams, strained relationships, or battles we thought would be over by now.Sometimes it shows up in our communities, where people carry the weight of inequity, grief, and uncertainty every single day. In Ezekiel 37, God meets Ezekiel in that very kind of place, a place marked by despair, and asks him to face what seems impossible. Yet that is where God reveals a powerful truth for all of us: what looks dead is not beyond God's power. God still speaks into barren places, God still breathes life into what has gone silent, and God is still able to restore what we thought was gone for good. That is good news for weary hearts, and it is a reminder that even in the valley, God's answer is still yes.

Will God find you spiritually prepared to stand faithfully for Him? In Ezekiel's day, God searched for someone to "stand in the gap" but found no one. This episode explains why spiritual preparation is essential for every believer and challenges you to become the faithful person God can count on when others refuse to listen.What You'll Learn:• What it means to "stand in the gap" before God• Why spiritual preparation matters before the crisis comes• How Ezekiel remained faithful when no one responded• How rebound restore fellowship with God• Why God is still looking for believers who will faithfully represent Him⬇Download Transcript: https://rhem.pub/1088-transcript

Thursday May 28, 2026Week after PentecostToday's episode reminds us that God is gathering His people, grounding them in truth, and strengthening them to endure opposition.In **Ezekiel 37:21–28**, God promises to restore and reunite His scattered people under one shepherd and one covenant of peace. No longer divided or defiled, they will dwell securely with God's presence among them forever. It's a powerful vision of restoration, unity, and the faithful reign of the coming King.In **1 John 2:18–29**, believers are warned about deception and false teaching in the last days. John encourages the church to remain rooted in the truth they received from the beginning and to abide in Christ. Those who truly belong to Him will persevere in faith and walk in righteousness, guided by the Spirit's anointing and discernment.Finally, in **Matthew 10:16–23**, Jesus Christ prepares His disciples for the realities of mission in a hostile world. They are sent out as sheep among wolves, called to be wise, innocent, and courageous in the face of persecution. Yet Jesus assures them that the Holy Spirit will give them the words they need and that God remains with them through every trial.Together, these passages remind us: God is building a restored and unified people, truth must be guarded and lived out faithfully, and followers of Christ are called to endure with courage as they carry His message into the world.

Wednesday May 27, 2026Week After Pentecost Today's episode focuses on the heart of the Good Shepherd, the call to spiritual maturity, and the mission of carrying God's message to others.In Ezekiel 34:1–16, God rebukes the shepherds of Israel for neglecting and exploiting the flock. Instead of caring for the weak and seeking the lost, they served themselves. But God promises that He Himself will search for His sheep, rescue them, feed them, and lead them to safety. It's a beautiful picture of God's personal care and faithful shepherding.In 1 John 2:12–17, believers are reminded of who they are in Christ—forgiven, known by God, and strengthened through His Word. John warns against loving the world and its temporary desires, urging followers of Christ to pursue what is eternal rather than what quickly fades away.Finally, in Matthew 10:5–15, Jesus Christ sends out His disciples to proclaim the kingdom of heaven. They are called to serve freely, trust God's provision, and bring peace wherever they go. Yet they are also reminded that not everyone will receive the message, and faithfulness matters more than popularity.Together, these passages remind us: God is the Shepherd who seeks and restores His people, believers are called to live for what is eternal, and every follower of Christ is sent to carry His message with trust, humility, and compassion.

From Saturday, May 23rd, what does God do when His people become too broken to heal themselves?In Ezekiel 36–37, we discover a compassion deeper than sympathy. God's compassion moves toward what is broken: even when the world has given up on it, restoring what seems destroyed, replacing hearts of stone, until breath returns to dry bones.#adathatikvah #adatchicago #Ezekiel36 #Compassion #godofemotion

Tuesday May 26, 2026Week after PentecostToday's episode highlights God's call to genuine response, faithful love, and compassionate mission.In Ezekiel 33:21–33, the people hear God's Word through the prophet, but many treat it as entertainment rather than truth to obey. Though they listen with interest, their hearts remain unchanged. The passage is a sobering reminder that hearing God's Word is not enough—we are called to respond with repentance, faith, and obedience.In 1 John 2:1–11, believers are reminded that we have an advocate in Jesus Christ, who intercedes for us when we sin. Yet true knowledge of God is demonstrated not merely by words, but through obedience and love. Walking in the light means loving others and rejecting the darkness of hatred and hypocrisy.Finally, in Matthew 9:36–10:4, Jesus sees the crowds with deep compassion because they are harassed and helpless, like sheep without a shepherd. He calls His disciples to pray for laborers and then sends them out as apostles, commissioning ordinary people to join in His mission of bringing hope, healing, and truth to the world.Together, these passages remind us: God desires hearts that truly respond to His Word, lives marked by love and obedience, and disciples who are moved with compassion to serve a world in need.

We are currently revisiting The Restore Project series. We hope you enjoy going back with us.Welcome to The Restore Project — a series centered around Psalm 23. Here is Session 4.  (Feel free to listen in any order.) Psalm 23:1The Lord is my shepherd, I shall not want.When trying to understand a word, I often list its antonyms. For "abundance," these might be: want, lack, need, poverty, and inadequacy.In Ezekiel 34, God lists the failures of the bad shepherds who mistreated His flock. They didn't strengthen the weak, heal the sick, or seek the lost. As a result, the people were scattered and vulnerable — sheep without a shepherd.In this episode, we'll explore the opposite of a bad shepherd and discover the beautiful attributes of our Good Shepherd — Who seeks, searches, saves, and restores.I'll close the episode with the song, “Where He Restores.”If you would like to support this podcast with a monthly or one-time gift, thank you!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.sherriyoungward.com/support⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠To find out about upcoming gatherings and new projects, please join my email list at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.sherriyoungward.com

Jarek Berga - May 24th 2026 What do you do when the warning lights in your life won't turn off? Most of us know the feeling. Something feels off. A relationship. A habit. The exhaustion we can't shake. The pressure to keep performing. The quiet fear that if certain things fall apart… maybe we will too. But instead of slowing down, we push harder. Stay busy. Distract ourselves. Tell ourselves “later.” In Ezekiel 6, God confronts the places people kept running to for safety, identity, comfort, and control apart from Him. And the warning is sobering: What you trust to hold you together will eventually reveal whether it actually can. This message wrestles with the things we cling to when life feels uncertain, why our hearts keep returning to false hopes, and what happens when God lovingly exposes what cannot save us. Because sometimes mercy doesn't feel comforting at first. Sometimes mercy looks like warning lights before the wreckage. But the good news of the gospel is that Jesus does not merely expose what's broken—He gives us what we could never give ourselves: a new heart. If you've ever felt exhausted, numb, stuck in patterns you can't seem to escape, afraid of what would happen if things finally fell apart, or unsure whether God could really meet you in your weakness… this message is for you. Learn more about our church: https://restoredtemecula.church Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/restoredtemecula and Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/restoredtemecula #Ezekiel6 #JesusChangesEverything #ChristianLiving #Faith #Idolatry #NewHeart #RestoredTemecula #Sermon Share this message with someone who needs to hear it. Chapters (00:00:00) - Welcome to Restored Church Temecula(00:01:18) - A message from Ezekiel(00:03:17) - Keep Going, Don't Stop(00:09:50) - Warning Lights for You(00:13:16) - Read Ezekiel 1: I Will Destroy Israel's Idolaters(00:17:07) - Ezekiel 6: A Severe Message(00:18:30) - Zeith 6: God Exposes What Cannot Save(00:23:04) - Ezekiel 6: I Will Destroy Your High Places(00:29:17) - Warning lights in the car(00:30:23) - Ezekiel 6: The High Places Fall(00:34:38) - Ezekiel 6: Not every notification is important(00:39:24) - Why Our Hearts Keep Going Back to the High Places(00:46:19) - The Need to Hold On to God(00:47:11) - Jesus Christ(00:54:05) - Coming into the Light: The Challenge(00:59:56) - A New Heart for the Season

Send us a messageGod's Word gives dramatic attention to the critical role the Watchman plays in warning His people of impending danger. In Ezekiel 3:17 & 33:7, the Lord appointed Ezekiel as a Watchman, and held him responsible for warning the people – with the caution that if he did not warn the people, their blood would be on his hands.In Ezekiel 33:1-9, the Lord again calls the prophet to blow the trumpet of warning when he sees the sword coming. Hosea 9:8 recounts Ephraim as a prophet and Watchman before the Lord. And in Isaiah 62:6: the Lord mightily declares: “I have set watchmen upon thy walls, O Jerusalem, which shall never hold their peace day or night.”And in these last prophetic minutes of the Last Hour, the Watchman's Cry has never been more urgent, as the trumpet blast of warning reaches the ears of the Lord's Chosen ones, with the call to readiness.In a commentary written for Watchman River, 20 signs that the Rapture is right at the door are offered, and we'll be sharing these signs in this message with encouragement to those who are longing for our Savior's coming for us - but also as a warning for those who do not have Eternal Life's Salvation's Security that is provided in Jesus Christ alone in love-filled Blood Atonement Sacrifice that He offered up on Calvary's Cross. The Watchman's last trumpet blast has been sounded - the invitation has been given – the Way has been made sure.  And so, let the called come – and let the Chosen enter in – for the Ark of Salvation is ready to depart, and Jesus comes quickly!Support the showVisit our website: https://agapelightministries.com/

Current events continue to point us back to the truth of God's Word. In Ezekiel chapter 38, written nearly 2,600 years ago, the Bible describes a conflict that many believe could be unfolding before our eyes today. In Week Two of our Signs of the Times series, we take a closer look at Ezekiel's prophecy and how it may connect to what we are seeing in the world around us. As we walk through Scripture, we are reminded that God's Word is faithful and true across every generation.

In Ezekiel 47:1-5, the prophet has a vision about a river flowing from the Temple that is believed to be a symbol of the Holy Spirit. In the vision, the river goes from ankle-deep to knee-deep to waist-deep, and then, it becomes deep enough to swim in. If you are truly saved, you are standing in the river. The will of God is for you to continue downstream, deeper and deeper, more and more surrendered to His Holy Spirit. However, there are many people who got saved and had some spiritual experiences in the river, and after some difficult times, they are now tempted to get out of the water and go completely back to their old life. This week, we’re exploring the truth that the problem isn’t the water; it’s trying to live in two worlds. Discomfort comes when you’re sloshing around in water but still trying to walk like you’re on land.

In Ezekiel 47:1-5, the prophet has a vision about a river flowing from the Temple that is believed to be a symbol of the Holy Spirit. In the vision, the river goes from ankle-deep to knee-deep to waist-deep, and then, it becomes deep enough to swim in. If you are truly saved, you are standing in the river. The will of God is for you to continue downstream, deeper and deeper, more and more surrendered to His Holy Spirit. However, there are many people who got saved and had some spiritual experiences in the river, and after some difficult times, they are now tempted to get out of the water and go completely back to their old life. This week, we’re exploring the truth that the problem isn’t the water; it’s trying to live in two worlds. Discomfort comes when you’re sloshing around in water but still trying to walk like you’re on land.

In Ezekiel 47:1-5, the prophet has a vision about a river flowing from the Temple that is believed to be a symbol of the Holy Spirit. In the vision, the river goes from ankle-deep to knee-deep to waist-deep, and then, it becomes deep enough to swim in. If you are truly saved, you are standing in the river. The will of God is for you to continue downstream, deeper and deeper, more and more surrendered to His Holy Spirit. However, there are many people who got saved and had some spiritual experiences in the river, and after some difficult times, they are now tempted to get out of the water and go completely back to their old life. This week, we’re exploring the truth that the problem isn’t the water; it’s trying to live in two worlds. Discomfort comes when you’re sloshing around in water but still trying to walk like you’re on land.

In Ezekiel 47:1-5, the prophet has a vision about a river flowing from the Temple that is believed to be a symbol of the Holy Spirit. In the vision, the river goes from ankle-deep to knee-deep to waist-deep, and then, it becomes deep enough to swim in. If you are truly saved, you are standing in the river. The will of God is for you to continue downstream, deeper and deeper, more and more surrendered to His Holy Spirit. However, there are many people who got saved and had some spiritual experiences in the river, and after some difficult times, they are now tempted to get out of the water and go completely back to their old life. This week, we’re exploring the truth that the problem isn’t the water; it’s trying to live in two worlds. Discomfort comes when you’re sloshing around in water but still trying to walk like you’re on land.

Frederick Price Jr., the pastor of Crenshaw Christian Center and the author of Angels, Demons, and the Battle for the Soul: How to Recognize, Resist, and Reign in Spiritual Warfare, gives details about the supernatural battle constantly happening all around us. He starts by answering a burning question: Are UFOs or aliens in the Bible? In Ezekiel 1, the famed prophet describes creatures that he encountered by the River Kebar, whilst exiled by King Jehoiachin. These creatures were bizarre and otherworldly, like humans, but with many faces, wings, and animalistic features. The Bible has a lot to say about angels, demons, and the spiritual realm, but many Christians, including pastors, are afraid to talk about it. The spiritual world is very real, and Christians should be armed with knowledge on this key subject, which explains the tumult and dangers of this fallen realm. TAKEAWAYS God placed a curse on the serpent, Satan, and promised enmity between his seed and Eve's seed - seed wars The Bible does not talk about terrestrial beings on other planets Genesis 6 recounts the creation of half-men, the offspring of fallen angels and human women It is possible that Biblical references to aerial ‘chariots' could be what we describe today as a ‘UFO'

Listen in as Kelly Schibi shares her testimony of God's care for her as she has battled cancer as a mom to three young children. For ease of listening this conversation has been split into two segments. Be sure to listen to part one before part two.Kelly Schibi's reflections on her Caring BridgeScripture References: ·       Ephesians 6:12, “For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the cosmic powers over this present darkness, against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly places.”·       In Ezekiel 36:26, “And I will give you a new heart, and a new spirit I will put within you. And I will remove the heart of stone from your flesh and give you a heart of flesh”·       Luke 5:17-26, “but finding no way to bring him in, because of the crowd, they went up on the roof and let him down with his bed through the tiles into the midst before Jesus. And when he saw their faith, he said, ‘Man, your sins are forgiven you.' And the scribes and the Pharisees began to question, saying, ‘Who is this who speaks blasphemies? Who can forgive sins but God alone?' When Jesus perceived their thoughts, he answered them, ‘Why do you question in your hearts? Which is easier, to say, ‘Your sins are forgiven you,' or to say, ‘Rise and walk'? But that you may know that the Son of Man has authority on earth to forgive sins'—he said to the man who was paralyzed—'I say to you, rise, pick up your bed and go home.' And immediately he rose up before them and picked up what he had been lying on and went home, glorifying God. And amazement seized them all, and they glorified God and were filled with awe, saying, ‘We have seen extraordinary things today.'”Books: ·       Suffering is Never for Nothing by Elisabeth Elliott·       Walking with God Through Pain and Suffering by Tim Keller·       You Are Still a Mother by Jackie Gibson·       Dark Clouds Deep Mercy by Mark Vroegop Sermons:·       Job's Resignation by Charles Spurgeon·       In the Lowest Pit by J. Ligon DuncanHymns·       Afflicted Saint to Christ Draw Near·       Be Still My Soul·       What Ere My God Ordains is Right  

Listen in as Kelly Schibi shares her testimony of God's care for her as she has battled cancer as a mom to three young children. For ease of listening this conversation has been split into two segments. Be sure to listen to part one before part two.Kelly Schibi's reflections on her Caring BridgeScripture References: ·       Ephesians 6:12, “For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the cosmic powers over this present darkness, against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly places.”·       In Ezekiel 36:26, “And I will give you a new heart, and a new spirit I will put within you. And I will remove the heart of stone from your flesh and give you a heart of flesh”·       Luke 5:17-26, “but finding no way to bring him in, because of the crowd, they went up on the roof and let him down with his bed through the tiles into the midst before Jesus. And when he saw their faith, he said, ‘Man, your sins are forgiven you.' And the scribes and the Pharisees began to question, saying, ‘Who is this who speaks blasphemies? Who can forgive sins but God alone?' When Jesus perceived their thoughts, he answered them, ‘Why do you question in your hearts? Which is easier, to say, ‘Your sins are forgiven you,' or to say, ‘Rise and walk'? But that you may know that the Son of Man has authority on earth to forgive sins'—he said to the man who was paralyzed—'I say to you, rise, pick up your bed and go home.' And immediately he rose up before them and picked up what he had been lying on and went home, glorifying God. And amazement seized them all, and they glorified God and were filled with awe, saying, ‘We have seen extraordinary things today.'”Books: ·       Suffering is Never for Nothing by Elisabeth Elliott·       Walking with God Through Pain and Suffering by Tim Keller·       You Are Still a Mother by Jackie Gibson·       Dark Clouds Deep Mercy by Mark Vroegop Sermons:·       Job's Resignation by Charles Spurgeon·       In the Lowest Pit by J. Ligon DuncanHymns·       Afflicted Saint to Christ Draw Near·       Be Still My Soul·       What Ere My God Ordains is Right  

What if the greatest barrier to an awakening is not outside the church, but within it? In Ezekiel's vision, those marked by God and sparred from judgment were those who sighed and cried over the sin in His Sanctuary. In this episode, America Pray Now Director, Hanna Alway, calls believers to honest examination, repentance, and a deeper kind of intercession—one that stands in the gap, grieving over the sin within the Church, preparing the way for His presence to return.----------America Pray Now publishes a magazine on prayer that is free of charge and can be delivered directly to your home. You can sign up for this magazine on our website at americapraynow.comIn addition to our weekly podcast, we meet in 17 different cities every month to pray in person. Most of our in-person prayer meetings are in Virginia, and we also have meetings in Maryland, West Virginia, Delaware, North Carolina and South Carolina. See our website for times and dates at americapraynow.comEnjoy the Podcast? Let us know! Email us at podcast@americapraynow.com

What do you do when hope feels gone? In Ezekiel's vision, God asks a haunting question: “Can these dry bones live?” Originally spoken to people whose world had fallen apart, this vision reminds us that God's life-giving Spirit can bring hope even in the most hopeless places. This Sunday, we explore how resurrection is not just a future promise, but something God is breathing into our lives right now.

Send us Fan MailDuring the season of Lent, Bishop Wright invites all to a five-week Lenten teaching series, We Confess, with weekly video meditations and study guides that frame Lent as a loving turn toward healing, renewal, and hope through honest confession. You can learn more about the series at episcopalatlanta.org/lent26.In this week's episode, Melissa and Bishop Wright have a conversation about the fifth reflection: We Confess Nothing is Impossible for God. In Ezekiel 37, dry bones come to life– nothing is impossible for God. Whether you read the dry bones as literal or symbolic, the point is the same: God can revive what looks dead, even what has been desecrated and denied dignity. That raises a practical question for anyone trying to live a faith that matters: what is our role in breathing life over death? Listen in for the full conversation.Support the show Follow us on IG and FB at Bishop Rob Wright. 

RCL TextsEzekiel 37:1–14; Psalm 130; Romans 8:6–11; John 11:1–45A “Big Idea” for Preaching The readings for this Sunday proclaim that the God of Scripture is the God who brings life where death seems final. In Ezekiel, a valley of dry bones—symbolizing a people who believe their story is over—is restored by the breath of God's Spirit. Psalm 130 gives voice to those living in the depths of despair, teaching that hope rests not in human strength but in the Lord's steadfast mercy. Romans 8 reveals that this life-giving power is now at work through the Spirit who dwells in believers and who raised Jesus from the dead. Finally, in John 11, Jesus stands before the tomb of Lazarus and declares, “I am the resurrection and the life,” demonstrating that the power promised in prophecy and experienced through the Spirit is fully embodied in Him. Together these texts proclaim a single message: when God speaks and God's Spirit moves, even the deepest despair and the finality of the grave cannot prevent the new life God brings. We are, of course, preparing for Palm Sunday, Holy Week, and Christ's own challenge to death through the power of God.Text SummariesEzekiel 37:1–14The prophet Ezekiel is shown a valley filled with dry bones representing Israel in exile—spiritually and nationally dead. At God's command, Ezekiel prophesies and the bones come together, are covered with flesh, and finally receive breath, becoming a living army. God explains that this vision symbolizes God's promise to restore Israel, bring them back to their land, and give them new life through God's Spirit.Summary:God promises to restore a hopeless people and breathe new life into what appears completely dead.Psalm 130This psalm begins with a desperate plea for mercy from “the depths,” expressing human awareness of sin and dependence on God's forgiveness. The psalmist declares that if God counted sins strictly no one could stand, yet forgiveness is found with teh Lord. The psalm ends by urging Israel to wait for the Lord with hope because His steadfast love brings redemption.Summary:From deep distress and guilt, the faithful cry out to God, trusting in God's mercy and redemption.Romans 8:6–11Paul contrasts two ways of living: life controlled by the flesh and life guided by the Spirit. A mind set on the flesh leads to death and hostility toward God, while the Spirit brings life and peace. Believers belong to Christ because God's Spirit dwells in them, and the same Spirit that raised Jesus from the dead will also give life to their mortal bodies.Summary:Those who belong to Christ live by the Spirit, sharing in the life and resurrection power of God.John 11:1–45Jesus' friend Lazarus becomes ill and dies before Jesus arrives in Bethany. Speaking with Martha, Jesus declares, “I am the resurrection and the life.” At Lazarus's tomb, Jesus calls him out of death and restores him to life, demonstrating His authority over death and revealing God's glory. This miracle leads many to believe in Him but also intensifies the opposition that will soon lead to His crucifixion.Summary:Jesus reveals Himself as the source of resurrection life by raising Lazarus from the dead.Cautions for PreachingOne caution: do not flatten Ezekiel into a generic proof-text for end-times resurrection. It certainly contributes to later resurrection theology, but its first burden is the restoration of exiled Israel.A second caution: do not reduce Psalm 130 to vague emotional comfort. It is explicitly about sin, forgiveness, reverent fear, and covenant hope.A third caution: do not read Romans 8 as anti-body or anti-material. Paul is not denigrating the body; he is proclaiming that even mortal bodies are destined for life through the Spirit.A fourth caution: do not treat Lazarus as though it were simply “Jesus proves he can do miracles.” John's whole point is larger: Lazarus is a sign unveiling Jesus' identity and preparing the reader for the paradox of the cross and resurrection.An IllustrationIn many parts of the American West there are towns that once thrived—mining towns, railroad towns, farming towns. When the industry collapsed, the people left. Buildings decayed. Windows broke. Streets filled with weeds.If you walked through one of those ghost towns you might think, Nothing will ever live here again.But occasionally something surprising happens. A new road is built, a new industry arrives, or a group of families decides to restore the place. Houses are repaired. Lights turn on again. Children ride bicycles down streets that were once empty.What looked like a place where life had ended becomes alive again.Ezekiel's valley of dry bones is God's declaration that He specializes in restoring what looks like a ghost town. Israel thought their story was finished. God said, Not yet.The God of Scripture is the God who walks into abandoned valleys and says,“Live.”(By the way, if you ever have the opportunity to visit the town of Jerome, Arizona — pictured above — do it! A fascinating history and perfect example of a town that “died” and has come back to life in a brand new way!)Narrative Lectionary Text(s)John 19:1–16a — Jesus CondemnedSummary and ContextThis passage occurs within John's Passion narrative (John 18–19) and specifically within Jesus' trial before Pontius Pilate.The movement of the trial unfolds in stages:* Jesus before Pilate (18:28–40)* Jesus scourged and mocked (19:1–3)* Pilate's attempts to release him (19:4–12)* Final condemnation (19:13–16)The text therefore functions as the moment when Jesus' fate becomes irreversible.Psalm 146 (Optional Psalm)Psalm 146 serves as a theological counterpoint to the trial narrative.Key declaration:“Do not put your trust in princes.”This line speaks directly into the political drama of John 19.While Pilate, Caesar, and religious leaders exercise earthly authority, the psalm reminds the faithful that true hope belongs only in the Lord who reigns forever.The “Big Idea”John's Passion narrative consistently reveals a paradox:The moment that looks like defeat is actually the beginning of victory.Jesus is mocked as king, yet he truly is king.He appears powerless, yet he governs history.He is condemned by human authority, yet his death will bring salvation.Thus the trial of Jesus exposes a profound truth:The kingdoms of this world cannot recognize the king who rules through sacrificial love.Some Preaching Cautions* Avoid collective Jewish blame — Do not present “the Jews” as responsible for Jesus' death; the conflict in John reflects a dispute with specific leaders, not an entire people.* Do not portray Pilate as innocent — Pilate's hesitation does not make him virtuous; he ultimately chooses political security over justice.* Do not reduce the passage to modern politics — While political pressure is present, the deeper issue in the text is the identity and kingship of Jesus.* Preserve John's irony — The mockery of Jesus as king actually reveals the truth that he truly is the king.* Do not portray Jesus merely as a victim — In John's Gospel, Jesus remains sovereign and willingly moves toward the cross.* Avoid turning the story into a simple moral lesson — The passage is not primarily about good and bad behavior but about recognizing who Jesus is.* Keep the story connected to the resurrection — The condemnation of Jesus must be preached within the larger movement toward the cross and the victory of Easter.An IllustrationIn 2007 a young man walked into a busy Washington, D.C. subway station during the morning rush hour. He opened a violin case and began to play classical music.People hurried past. A few dropped coins into the case. Most never slowed down.For forty-five minutes he played some of the most beautiful violin pieces ever written.Thousands passed by.Almost no one stopped.What the crowd did not realize was that the musician was Joshua Bell, one of the greatest violinists in the world. The violin he was playing was worth over three million dollars. Just days earlier, people had paid hundreds of dollars to hear him perform the same music in a concert hall.But in the subway station, no one recognized him.In John 19 something similar happens—but with infinitely greater stakes.Jesus stands before Pilate wearing a crown of thorns and a purple robe. Soldiers mock him. The crowd demands his death.No one recognizes who is standing in front of them.The King of the universe is standing in the room—and the world thinks he is a criminal. This is a public episode. 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Have you ever felt stuck at the spiritual shoreline, hesitant to venture deeper with God? In Ezekiel's powerful vision of a river flowing from God's temple, Pastor Randy unveils how this ancient image speaks to our modern spiritual journey. Through vivid imagery of waters rising from ankle-deep to swimming depth, we discover God's invitation to move beyond comfortable Christianity into transformative faith. Whether you're testing the waters of faith or ready to dive deeper, this message reveals how God's river brings life wherever it flows—restoring dead places, multiplying growth, and bringing healing to every area it touches. Don't miss this compelling exploration of what it means to truly trust God beyond the safety of the shore. Watch or listen now to discover your next step deeper into God's purposes!Thank you for tuning into today's message at Bold City Church! We pray it encourages you in your faith. Share with a friend who could use these words, too! Follow us on Facebook and Instagram @boldcitychurchDownload our app on iOS and Android

Have you ever felt stuck at the spiritual shoreline, hesitant to venture deeper with God? In Ezekiel's powerful vision of a river flowing from God's temple, Pastor Randy unveils how this ancient image speaks to our modern spiritual journey. Through vivid imagery of waters rising from ankle-deep to swimming depth, we discover God's invitation to move beyond comfortable Christianity into transformative faith. Whether you're testing the waters of faith or ready to dive deeper, this message reveals how God's river brings life wherever it flows—restoring dead places, multiplying growth, and bringing healing to every area it touches. Don't miss this compelling exploration of what it means to truly trust God beyond the safety of the shore. Watch or listen now to discover your next step deeper into God's purposes!Thank you for tuning into today's message at Bold City Church! We pray it encourages you in your faith. Share with a friend who could use these words, too! Follow us on Facebook and Instagram @boldcitychurchDownload our app on iOS and Android

Fr. Mike shows us from our reading of Jeremiah that when we give our hearts and minds over to idols we become foolish. The way of man is not in himself, we need the Lord to guide and correct us. In Ezekiel, we read about the vision of the measuring of the temple and Fr. Mike shows us how the early Church Fathers would read the Old Testament in light of the New Testament. Today's readings are Jeremiah 10-11, Ezekiel 40, and Proverbs 15:5-8. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear. Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.

Fr. Mike explains the significance behind the mention of bones in Jeremiah and Ezekiel. In Jeremiah, we learn that the bones of God's people are scattered because of their worship of false gods. In Ezekiel, we see the prophet prophesy over the valley of dry bones and the Lord's Spirit restoring and moving within them. Today's readings are Jeremiah 8, Ezekiel 37-38, and Proverbs 14:33-35. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear. Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.