Our encouraging word is from Solomon, He gives us the wisdom of God that will always be true. "He who covers his sin will not prosper, but he who confesses and forsakes them will have mercy."

In this episode, Danny and Kurt will talk to all of you about your gentle spirit and what an amazing gift your gentle spirit is to the world around you. Galatians 6:1 says, "Brethren, if any man is overtaken in any trespass, you who are spiritual restore such a one in a spirit of gentleness..."

*Danny said that Pilgrim's Progress was written by "Paul" Bunyan. It's actually, John Bunyan. Sorry! "I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me." What does this verse really mean and how can we all be encouraged by what it teaches. Let's find out together!

Today, we live in a world that is eager to accept all sorts of insanity. We often wonder how these strange ideas are even being considered or entertained, and yet, they are. It feels like we are all living in an asylum. Danny and Kurt will discuss this topic and more importantly, they will look at what God has to say about it.…

A couple of weeks ago, we watched Peter pull out his physical sword and cut off a man's ear. Jesus promptly told him to put it away. Today, we will watch Jesus give Peter a new sword! Danny and Kurt will talk about this new sword and how powerful it really is.

Train up a child in the way he should go and when he is old he will not depart from it.

Inspired by the Holy Spirit, Peter presents us with a significant math problem to apply in our lives. Fear not, it involves merely addition! The challenge lies in solving the problem in such a manner that we "show our work," just as our teachers would instruct.

How will you use your eyes today? It is our deepest hope that you will share the light of your eyes to those around you and cause them to rejoice with you because they know you have something special in God and in His love!

We are so happy to have Mark Broyles with us in this episode. Mark has been a faithful gospel preacher for many years and is well known for his sermon series on marriage. We'll spend some time with him and get his special insights to the sacred union that is sanctified by God.

We pray that you are encouraged by this beautiful passage. Those who serve the Lord are His written epistle. They are sharing God's love and truth with the world around them.

In Galatians 5, Paul warns the saints in Galatia that if they attempt to be justified by the law; they have fallen from grace. Danny and Kurt discuss the meaning and purpose of this warning and how this passage flies in the face of Calvinism.

God patiently waits for all of his wandering children to come to their senses and return to Him. It is always wrong to walk away from God and His eternal love, but if we ever do, He will receive us again to Himself. If we'll only repent and return.

In this episode, Danny and Kurt talk about a backslider that is familiar to everyone. We all know him, and we all have watched him backslide at some point in our lives. Who is it? You'll have to find out for yourself. Thank you for listening and for your interest in spiritual things.

I have prayed that each one of you will be encouraged by this episode of Encouraging Words. We have a relationship with each other that is accomplished and protected by God. May you see all of God's children as your dearest of friends and may you strive to strengthen them today.

"Give ear to my words, O LORD, consider my meditation. Give heed to the voice of my cry, my King and my God, for to You I will pray." Psalm 5:1-2

Today, we'll think about the words of Jesus as He prayed to His Father on the night of His trial. He loves you so much and He asks God that we might be glorified with Him after He fulfills His work on earth. Hallelujah! What a Savior!

In our episode this week, Danny and Kurt talk about the reality of America's spiritual condition and some of the reasons that Americans have little use for God's word. What is the cause of this and what can be done about it?

We hope that you are encouraged to know that you will reap that which you have sown. It's always a good time for us to reflect and think about the seed that we are planting in the field of life. May you all be encouraged by this passage from the word of God.

What were some of the things your parents taught you? Can you remember some of the great things they did and said that made you who you are today? Can you also remember some of the mistakes they made while raising you? In this episode Danny and Kurt will look at all of our parents and see what great lessons we can take away from their lives.…

Our Wonderful Counselor and Savior sees each on of us, He knows what we need, and He knows how to provide for those needs. Today, we watch Jesus heal a woman who has been bent over for eighteen years!

In Galatians 6:16 Paul refers to the church as the Israel of God. Danny and Kurt will explore this title and the reason behind it.

In Revelation 5, we read of a strong angel who cries out, "Who is worthy to open the scroll and loose it's seals?" There is only One and Danny and Kurt will talk about Him who is found worthy in heaven, on earth, and under the earth.

Starting a conversation with those who may not believe in the God of the Bible can be very difficult. In this episode, John Evans shares some great ways to reach those who may disagree with our faith. John has done a great deal of study and research on this topic and is a great resource for those who need a little help speaking to friends and famil…

What about those little sins? Are they important and what is the best Scriptural way to address these pesky problems. Danny and Kurt discuss this issue and offer some helpful solutions to those little sins that need to be removed. *** Error correction, @ 21:53 it is supposed to be Jeremiah 42, not Jeremiah 49.…

In response to a request, Danny spends a few minutes looking at the idea of those little sins that may be harder for us to eliminate in our lives. What does the Bible say about that and what can we do to make sure that we are right with God, even in the smallest of matters.

All joking aside, Hebrews 13:15 tells us that the sacrifice of praise that we offer to God is the fruit of our lips and we are giving thanks to His name. Danny and Kurt will discuss the singing that the church is called to do and some of the innerworkings of that commandment.

In James 3 we are told that the tongue is set on fire by hell. See what a great forest a little fire kindles. Danny and Kurt will use their tongues to discuss that dangerous little body part and how damaging it can be. When used wisely, it can also be a blessed gift.

This week Danny and Kurt will focus on the local church in Austin and discuss the many moving parts in the body of Christ and the rich blessings that come from a congregation where every part does its share. Ephesians 4:16

Danny and Kurt are very excited to share the work of the Lord's church as it is given to us in the New Testament. The church is the glorious work of God, and it is His desire that we all be a part of it and that we are all working within that body. 1 Peter 2:4-5

Danny and Kurt discuss the challenge that all believers face when it comes to friends and family that have not obeyed the gospel. How can we help? What should we say? When have we said too much? They will share their thoughts on these important questions.

In Revelation 9:11 he is called Abaddon and in Revelation 12:9 he is called the great dragon who deceives the whole world. Danny and Kurt discuss the devil and what the Scriptures teach on our malignant foe. He is very real, and he is seeking whom he may devour. 1 Peter 5:8

What an amazing word to use when we are talking about Almighty God! He is omnipotent, omniscient, all powerful and immutable. Danny and Kurt will discuss this important description of the Lord and how easy it is to see the attribute in His word.

In John 14:27 Jesus tells His disciples, "Peace, I leave with you. Not as the world gives do I give to you. Let not your hearts be troubled, neither let them be afraid." As Danny and Kurt discuss this promise from the Lord, we can realize together that perfect peace is found in God and all that He has done.…

There are several occasions in the New Testament where a person asks the very important question, "What must I do?" Danny and Kurt will look at some of those moments and discuss their great importance. It is in these moments that the lost sinner gets to hear about God's solution for sin.

We meet an amazing man in John 9. One of our all-time favorite accounts of a person who met Jesus, the way he responded to Him, and his response to the religious leaders in Jerusalem. This man knows one thing about the Lord, and he is able to reach the necessary conclusion on this one thing. "One thing I know: that though I was blind, now I see!"…

The tremendous love of God has been poured out into our hearts and Peter helps us understand how much time and effort has been dedicated the gospel message that we all love and enjoy. The prophecies of God were not for the prophets, they were for YOU!

Doubt can be spiritually debilitating. We all face it, and we all know how strong it can be when it comes to trusting in the Lord and being reassured that He cares. Danny and Kurt will discuss the darkness that doubt can bring, and they will see how Jesus deals with doubt.

We're excited to have Chris Peltz joining us from Springfield, Missouri! In this episode, we'll look at several Bible characters that show us how important it truly is to consider one another and to help one another in our lives as Christians.

This is the third and final episode out of the three "Reflections of Jesus". In this podcast Danny and Kurt look at David and the many reflections of Jesus that are found in his life. There are so many!!!

In the second part of this three-part series, Danny and Kurt will look at Joshua and how is a reflection of Jesus. Thank you all for listening and thank you for your desire to know the Lord.

In this three-part series, Danny and Kurt look at three men in the Old Testament who are a reflection of Jesus. In some of these cases the New Testament points these reflections out to us. Other reflections are seen by reading about these men and seeing the similarities for ourselves. Thank you for joining us in this wonderful study of our Lord and…

Danny and Kurt will look at another question from Jesus. When the rich young ruler comes to Jesus, he asks Him, "Good Teacher, what must I do to inherit eternal life?" We will look at Jesus response and the question that He asks. "Why do you call Me good?"

There are times in our daily Bible reading that we may think the Lord has been too harsh with someone in His judgment. Or that He may simply find joy in destroying a people or a nation. Danny and Kurt will look at this common conclusion and why it is not true. "The Divine longsuffering waited in the days of Noah, while the ark was being prepared...…

In this episode, Danny and Kurt look at the faith of Abraham and the faith of Isaac. Both of these men show tremendous faith as they make their way up to mountain to offer this sacrifice. God has commanded it, and we'll watch them move forward to do all the He has said.

In Paul's letter to the Ephesians, he reminds them to walk worthy of the gospel and always be mindful of the way that they walk. Danny and Kurt discuss this godly instruction and how it should be of first priority to all of us who love the Lord.

In this episode, Danny and Kurt discuss the brief moments in the life of the thief on the cross that are recorded for us in Scripture. What great lessons we can take from him, from his confession, and from the assurance of his salvation.

After David's baby dies, he goes to the house of the Lord and worships. His servants ask him why he fasted and wept while the baby was alive and now, he is eating and worshipping. David's response is so encouraging because he understands the promises of God and believes them with all of his heart.

It can be very difficult trying to answer someone who opposes the Bible and what it teaches. Kurt has spent a good amount of time learning some of the popular questions that come from skeptics and the best ways to answer those questions. We hope this episode is helpful to all of you.

Today's encouraging word is dedicated to our grandparents. Thank you for the blessing that you are to your family and thank you for all that you provide to your children. Proverbs 17:6 "Children's children are the crown of old men, ..."

If you don't have control over your money, your money will have control over you. Being in debt is one of the worst things that can happen to us in this world because the weight of debt will crush everything we care about and everything we should be focused on. Danny and Kurt discuss the great pressures that come from being in debt and what God has…