Happy Opposite Day: Part 1 | Episode 199

Heavy on the science and philosophy, Barry dives into a mind-bending journey to the land of opposites. Opposites can have more in common than we think. Even when we are at odds with someone, that commonness allows us to sit down and share a conversation with them,...

You’re No Chaff | Episode 198

Psalm 92 reminds us that life is short but a Christian’s presence can be enduring. From our perspective, our lives are here today, gone tomorrow, like husks. However, God’s people are the kernel, filling the world with his presence. And we do our best work shouldering...

The Wrong Question | Episode 197

There may not be any stupid questions, but there are wrong ones if we want to follow Jesus. Sometimes we have a goal in mind but ask the wrong question to get us there or, worse yet, have the wrong goal to begin with! A little humility might help us start to get both...

Who’s Testing Who Here? | Episode 196

Looking for shelter? Barry walks us through Psalm 91 and reminds us that God’s pinions are plenty strong and faithful enough to provide the protection we need in the midst of our inevitable troubles. What is confusing is that his plan sometimes looks more like a...

A Travel Guide | Episode 195

Barry highlights a character often found in stories that brings help to the world. In Scripture we see angels, donkeys, prophets, church leaders and believers fill this role. Are you ready to recognize these characters in your life and perhaps become one for others?...

Babies and Bathwater: Part 3 | Episode 194

Throwing out the baby with the bathwater wouldn’t be a “proverb” if it wasn’t such a common practice. This episode focuses on holding onto the painful experiences of others while fighting the circumstances that put them there. Referenced Episode: The Value of...

Tiny, Dusty Subjects | Episode 193

Barry walks through Psalm 90, pointing out lesser contrasts like the one between transient humanity and durable mountains, to draw our attention to the greater contrast between Almighty God and each person, each grain of dust. The good news is that the power in that...

Babies and Bathwater: Part 2 | Episode 192

Barry revisits his question-and-answer series, this time focusing on the process of change in relationships. This could be a church, a business, or a couple—anywhere there are people. We know the honeymoon phase will pass, but still find it odd that it does.  ...

Painting Tabernacle | Episode 191

Barry walks with us through an imaginary art museum, stopping in front of Psalm 89. This painting’s canvas, background, and complex foreground include most if not all of the colors of the other Psalms, just as the Davidic Covenant echoes the whole of Yahweh’s...

Babies and Bathwater: Part 1 | Episode 190

Barry begins a series covering some of the great questions he has encountered through many (and I mean many) years of ministry. Today’s question has to do with what is essential to believe when coming to Christ. The one thing about Jesus that sets him apart from every...