Journey Through The Message 63 | Faith’s Wild Ride: From Parables to Promises

Have you ever wondered what happens when 'Shark Tank' meets the Bible? Join me on this adventure I call 'Faith's Wild Ride: From Parables to Promises' as we dive into the scriptures with a journey through Matthew, Acts, Psalms, and Numbers. It's not just about reading the scriptures, it's answering life's biggest questions.

Plus, we share our personal experiences, reflect on disappointments, celebrate overcoming struggles, and remember our beloved senior foster dog, Nutmeg. Brace yourselves for some epic discussions about the Parable of the Talents, David's emotional cries, and how the Bible resonates in our daily life. Don't forget to subscribe and join us on this Journey Through The Message!

 

00:05 Introduction and Overview of the Journey

00:20 Exploring Parables and Promises: From Matthew to Acts

00:47 Diving into the Emotions of David in Psalm

01:02 The Israelites' Challenges in Numbers

01:42 Personal Reflections and Life Recovery Workbook Discussion

03:49 Remembering Nutmeg: A Tribute to a Beloved Pet

07:30 Prayer and Reflection

09:53 Exploring the Parable of the Talents in Matthew

19:06 Unpacking the Message of Romans 8

26:01 A Journey Back in Time: Reading Psalm 60

27:13 The Gift of Succoth Valley and the Call to Battle

28:00 Reflections on Israel's Promises and Challenges

28:38 David's Boldness and Faith in Prayer

29:40 The Power of Knowing You're God's Favorite

31:27 The Midianite War: A Historical Account

32:16 The Aftermath of War and the Spoils of Victory

38:58 The Struggles of Understanding War and Its Consequences

41:57 The Tribes East of the Jordan and Their Request

47:17 The Promise of God and the Importance of Keeping One's Word

48:52 The Rebuilding of Cities and the Legacy of the Tribes

50:38 Final Thoughts and Encouragement

 

SOMETHING TO THINK ABOUT

Matthew 25 verses 14-30 (Parable of the Talents)

1. If you got an unexpected talent (or resource) tomorrow, what would you do with it?
2. Ever played it safe and later wished you’d taken a risk? How does that relate to this parable?

 

Acts 8 verses18-39 (Simon and the Ethiopian)

1. Have you ever been surprised by where or how you found a deep truth, kind of like the Ethiopian did?
2. What's the craziest thing you’d do for a power you really wanted? Does Simon’s story make you think twice?

 

Psalm 60

1. Ever felt like everything's going wrong, like David in Psalm 60? How'd you cope?
2. If you could write a letter to God after a really bad day, what would you say?

 

Numbers 31-32

1. If you were on a journey and had to make a huge, life-changing decision, what would you base it on?
2. Numbers 31-32 talk about keeping promises. What's a promise you’ve made that was really hard to keep?

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