Today's episode explores what I call "knowing in our knower" – that deep, core certainty believers have that sometimes defies easy explanation.. God often works through us, providing insights and stories tailored to each unique conversation about faith. Whether you're confident in discussing your beliefs or find yourself hesitating when challenged, this episode provides a practical tool for your spiritual conversations. 

Listen each weekday morning for more reflections to help start your day right.

We would love to hear your comments. Send us a Text Message

Support the show

The sinking of the Titanic has been immortalized in countless films and books, but amidst the well-known tales of tragedy and survival lies a remarkable story rarely told. Pastor John Harper, a widowed preacher traveling with his six-year-old daughter, demonstrated extraordinary courage and unwavering faith during humanity's most famous maritime disaster.
Harper's story challenges us to examine our own priorities and reminds us that our most meaningful impact often comes when circumstances seem least favorable.

We would love to hear your comments. Send us a Text Message

Support the show

What happens when a third-grader is asked to explain who God is? The results are both hilarious and profound. Today we explore Jesus's teaching that to enter the kingdom of heaven, we must become like little children.This principle comes to life through the homework assignment of Danny Dutton, a third-grade student at a Christian school in California. Asked to explain who God is and what He does.
Whether you're new to faith or have walked with God for decades, this episode invites you to rediscover the wonder and simplicity of believing. God is with you, even "when the big kids push you into the deep end of the pool." Subscribe now for more daily inspiration to start your mornings right!

We would love to hear your comments. Send us a Text Message

Support the show

Have you ever felt too insignificant to make a difference? Today's powerful exploration of unexpected influence might change your perspective forever.
Today, we dive deep into the remarkable story of an unnamed Israeli servant girl from 2 Kings 5 who, despite being captured and enslaved, changed history through a simple act of courage. This young slave, serving in the household of Naaman (a respected Syrian military commander suffering from leprosy), demonstrated extraordinary leadership from the lowest possible position in society.
Her brief appearance in scripture teaches us that we can impact others from any position when we maintain our faith, build credibility through excellent work, and genuinely care about those around us. What seemingly insignificant position are you in where God might use you to influence those around you? Join me Monday through Friday for more inspiration on Starting Right with Danny Mac, and discover how you too can lead through influence rather than position.

We would love to hear your comments. Send us a Text Message

Support the show

What happens when we choose to praise God in our darkest moments? Brandon Lake's chart-topping song "That's Who I Praise" provides a powerful answer that has resonated with listeners across North America for five consecutive weeks.
The heart of this anthem lies not in what we can get from God, but in who God fundamentally is—"the Lion of Judah," "the Lamb that was slain," "the only one who is worthy." Lake crafted these lyrics to redirect our attention from our needs and circumstances to the unchanging character of our Creator. When we truly understand who we're worshipping, our perspective on life's challenges dramatically shifts.
 Whatever you're facing today—financial pressure, health concerns, relationship struggles—remember that God remains bigger than your problems. He has the answers, the power to transform, and the love to sustain you through it all. Listen to the full song through the link in our show notes, and let its message remind you of who truly deserves your praise.

Will you join me in shifting your focus today? Subscribe to Starting Right for more five-minute devotionals that help you begin each day with eternal perspective.

Here is the Youitube link to That's Who I Praise

https://youtu.be/hefLdjeclSs?si=3HTnxUURArTBDgaf

We would love to hear your comments. Send us a Text Message

Support the show

What if we viewed the church as the most powerful organization on earth? Today's episode challenges us to look beyond stained glass and steeples to see God's true masterpiece — not a building, but a living community of believers united across the globe.
What makes the church truly extraordinary isn't just its global reach, but the genuine spirit of care among its members and the unparalleled "benefits package" that earthly enterprises simply cannot match. This fresh perspective invites us to reconsider our level of involvement in our local churches, recognizing that each of us has something valuable to contribute to this world-changing work.
Thank God for your church today, and consider how you might become more engaged in what is truly the most significant enterprise in human history. Join me every weekday morning for more five-minute inspirations to start your day right!

We would love to hear your comments. Send us a Text Message

Support the show

What keeps a racing yacht upright in the fiercest storms? It's not what you see above the waterline, but what lies hidden beneath. The tragic story of experienced sailor Michael Plant reveals how the unseen ballast attached to his yacht's keel made the difference between life and death when it unexpectedly detached during his 1992 Atlantic crossing.
Today, take five minutes for a heart check. Examine what you're cultivating beneath your personal waterline. Are you building the internal character that provides stability when challenges arise? When we commit to loving God and loving people from the inside out, we honour Him and bring genuine joy to ourselves and everyone around us. God loves you, He's with you, and I'll be here tomorrow with another five minutes to help you start your day right.

We would love to hear your comments. Send us a Text Message

Support the show

Have you ever experienced that moment when familiar Scripture suddenly jumps off the page with new meaning? Danny Mac shares a powerful morning revelation that came during his Bible reading in Psalm 37. Those seemingly simple verses 4-5 suddenly illuminated with divine significance, offering timeless wisdom that deserves our renewed attention.
     These verses from Psalm 37 offer a beautiful framework for deepening your relationship with God. As you start your day, consider how you might find delight in the Lord and commit your path to Him. Join us Monday through Friday for more five-minute devotionals that help you start your day right.

We would love to hear your comments. Send us a Text Message

Support the show

What does it truly mean to be created in God's image? Today's reflection tackles this profound question through a moving story that might forever change how you see difficult relationships.
   Jesus said "Are you really showing true love by only loving those who love you back? Even those who don't know God will do that." 
     Today, you will be challenged to reach beyond comfortable relationships.  These sacred moments of giving without expectation might be where we most clearly reflect the Christ's love that we were created to express. Who in your life needs this kind of unconditional love today?

We would love to hear your comments. Send us a Text Message

Support the show

Prayer transforms lives, but not always on our timeline. This episode dives deep into the tension between our expectations and God's perfect timing when we pray.
Faith, as Hebrews reminds us, is "the essence of things hoped for and not yet seen." The waiting period between our prayers and God's answers isn't empty space – it's where faith grows strongest. When we align our requests with God's will as revealed in Scripture (1 John 5:14-15), we can "wait in expectation" (Psalm 5:3) rather than frustration.
Tauren Wells captures this powerful truth in his song "When We Pray," declaring that "all the world starts changing when the church starts praying." The lyrics acknowledge human suffering while affirming that "strongholds start to break" and "prison walls start shaking" through prayer. This isn't wishful thinking but reflects the biblical reality that prayer connects us to God's unlimited power.
Ready to transform your prayer life? Listen now, then check out the full Tauren Wells video using the link in our show notes. Remember – don't give up, don't let go, always hang on to truth and stay filled with faith. Your breakthrough might be just one prayer away.

Here is the youtube link to When We Pray                                
 https://youtu.be/9YZZzgJB33E            

We would love to hear your comments. Send us a Text Message

Support the show