Podcast

Don't Miss This Study

Religion & Spirituality

Podcast by Grace Freeman Smith & David Butler

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#74
Episodes
408
Releases
Weekly
Typical length
55 min
On air since
2019
Latest episode
2 days ago

Episodes

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  1. I STILL BELIEVE

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    This week on Don’t Miss This, we dive into Daniel 1–7 and explore powerful lessons of faith, courage, and choosing to trust God even when the world around us challenges what we believe.

    Join us as we uncover the verses, stories, and lessons you won’t want to miss from this week’s Come, Follow Me study.

    📖 November 9–15
    📖 Daniel 1–7

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    57 min
  2. SET YOUR HEART

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    This week on Don’t Miss This, we dive into Ezekiel 1–3; 33–34; 36–37; 47 and explore what it means to set our hearts on the Lord, recognize His voice, and trust in His power to restore and bring new life.

    Join us as we uncover the verses, stories, and lessons you won’t want to miss from this week’s Come, Follow Me study.

    📖 November 2–8
    📖 Ezekiel 1–3; 33–34; 36–37; 47

    #ComeFollowMe #DontMissThis #Ezekiel #OldTestament #JesusChrist #BibleStudy #LDS

    54 min
  3. HOPE IN THE END

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    This week on Don’t Miss This, we dive into Jeremiah 31–33; 36–39 and Lamentations 1; 3, exploring powerful reminders of hope, covenant promises, and trusting the Lord through seasons of loss and uncertainty.

    Join us as we uncover the verses, stories, and lessons you won’t want to miss from this week’s Come, Follow Me study.

    📖 October 26–November 1
    📖 Jeremiah 31–33; 36–39; Lamentations 1; 3

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    41 min
  4. AS SEEMED GOOD

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    This week on Don’t Miss This, we dive into Jeremiah 1–3; 7; 16–18; 20 and explore Jeremiah’s call, his courage, and what his story teaches us about trusting the Lord even when the path ahead is difficult.

    Join us as we uncover the verses, stories, and lessons you won’t want to miss from this week’s Come, Follow Me study.

    📖 October 19–25
    📖 Jeremiah 1–3; 7; 16–18; 20

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    57 min
  5. MINISTRY OF THE MESSIAH

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    What happens when Jesus is close by?

    In this week’s Don’t Miss This, Dave and Grace finish their study of Isaiah with some of his most hopeful promises. Through Isaiah 58, 61, and 65, we see a picture of the Savior’s work: binding up the brokenhearted, setting captives free, bringing beauty from ashes, repairing what is broken, and creating something new.

    We’ll talk about what it means to become a “repairer” and a “restorer,” how serving others can bring more of Jesus into our own lives, and why the ministry of the Messiah isn’t just something we read about—it’s something we’re invited to participate in.

    Because when Jesus is close by, impossible things can happen.

    Study with us as we discover what it looks like to live out the ministry of the Messiah and become part of the healing work of Jesus Christ.

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    39 min
  6. GO TELL THE WORLD

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    What does Isaiah teach us about who Jesus really is?

    This week on Don’t Miss This, we study Isaiah 50–57 and some of the most powerful prophecies of Jesus Christ in the Old Testament. Isaiah 53 introduces us to a Savior who was “a man of sorrows,” who carried our grief, bore our pain, and was wounded so that we could be healed.

    We’ll talk about trusting God when we can’t see the way forward, recognizing His mercy in our own stories, and what it means that His invitation truly is for everyone.

    When we understand what Jesus has done for us, the good news becomes something we can’t help but share.

    Grab your scriptures and join us as we discover the Jesus Isaiah wanted the whole world to know.

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    57 min
  7. I AM WITH YOU

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    I AM WITH YOU by Grace Freeman Smith & David Butler

    55 min
  8. IN THAT DAY

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    IN THAT DAY by Grace Freeman Smith & David Butler

    50 min
  9. COME NOW | Isaiah 1-12 (September 7-13) | Come Follow Me

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    COME NOW | Isaiah 1-12 (September 7-13) | Come Follow Me by Grace Freeman Smith & David Butler

    1 hr 2 min
  10. THE GOOD LIFE

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    What does it actually mean to live the good life?

    This week on Don’t Miss This, Dave and Grace dive into Proverbs and Ecclesiastes to discover the patterns of living that lead to a life filled with wisdom, happiness, purpose, faith, and connection.

    From learning to rise again after we fall, to speaking words that bring life, embracing the season we’re in, building meaningful relationships, trusting God, and simply going out and doing good—these books offer timeless wisdom for navigating everyday life.

    We’ll also explore Proverbs 31 and what it means to be a person of valor: someone courageous, resilient, capable, faithful, strong, and willing to make a difference.

    The good life doesn’t mean a perfect life. It means learning to trust God and allowing Him to direct our path through every season.

    📖 Come, Follow Me: Proverbs & Ecclesiastes
    📅 September 7–13

    CHAPTERS
    0:00 Welcome to Don’t Miss This
    3:25 Proverbs & Ecclesiastes
    6:50 Where Proverbs Fits in the Old Testament
    10:15 Solomon, Wisdom & Patterns for Living
    14:10 Learning to Live “The Good Life”
    18:35 One Proverb Every Day
    21:05 Five Ways to Live a Happy Life
    26:20 Proverbs 24 — Rise Up Again
    29:40 Pleasant Words Are Like Honey
    34:25 Ecclesiastes — “This Is Church”
    38:15 Two Are Better Than One
    41:30 There Is a Season for Everything
    47:10 Everything Is Beautiful in His Time
    50:45 Stop Waiting & Go Do Good
    54:30 Trust in the Lord With All Your Heart
    57:20 Proverbs 31 — A Woman of Valor
    1:02:15 What It Means to Live With Valor
    1:06:40 The Verbs of Proverbs 31
    1:10:25 Living the Good Life
    1:12:00 Final Thoughts
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    38 min
  11. I LOVE THE LORD BECAUSE...

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    This week on Don’t Miss This, Dave and Grace wrap up their study of Psalms with a powerful look at praise, gratitude, and the goodness of God.

    From “I love the Lord, because…” in Psalm 116 to the reminder that the Lord heals broken hearts, gathers the outcast, and is near to all who call upon Him, this episode is an invitation to notice the ways God shows up in our everyday lives.

    Why do you love the Lord?

    Join us as we study Psalms 102–150 and discover how gratitude and praise can draw us closer to Jesus Christ.

    📖 **Come, Follow Me: Psalms 102–150**
    📅 **August 31 – September 6**

    **CHAPTERS**
    0:00 Welcome to Don’t Miss This
    2:15 New Testament Study Materials
    5:10 Psalms of Praise & Thanksgiving
    7:25 Psalm 100 — Make a Joyful Noise
    11:05 Psalm 102 — When Life Feels Heavy
    15:20 Psalm 103 — Forget Not His Benefits
    20:40 Psalm 116 — I Love the Lord Because…
    27:05 Psalm 105 — Make Known His Deeds
    30:30 Psalm 128 — Happy Are We
    33:45 Psalms 120–134 — Psalms of Ascent
    38:15 Psalm 145 — Every Day Will I Praise
    42:30 Psalm 147 — He Heals the Brokenhearted
    47:15 The Lord Is Good to All
    51:30 Final Thoughts

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    39 min
  12. DON'T GIVE UP

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    The Psalms! by Grace Freeman and David Butler. These are some of the most hopeful chapters of scripture. This week Psalms 1-46

    56 min
  13. WHEN HOPE IS GONE

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    When life feels overwhelming, where do you turn?

    This week on Don't Miss This, David Butler and Grace Freeman Smith explore Psalms 49–86, focusing on heartfelt prayers of lament, petition, hope, and trust. From David's plea for mercy in Psalm 51 to the comforting reminder that God keeps every tear, these Psalms teach us that bringing our sorrow to God is an act of faith—not weakness.
    Whether you're carrying grief, regret, anxiety, or simply searching for hope, these scriptures remind us that God draws near, hears our prayers, and transforms our hardest moments into something holy.

    ⏱️ Chapters
    0:00 – Welcome & Summer of Psalms Part 2
    2:12 – Why lament is an expression of faith
    5:15 – Psalm 55: Cast your burdens upon the Lord
    9:42 – Psalm 51: The Passover, repentance & being made clean
    17:40 – David's greatest regret and God's mercy
    24:08 – Psalm 61: When my heart is overwhelmed
    29:18 – God is my Rock (Psalm 62)
    33:02 – Psalm 56: God collects every tear
    39:36 – Psalm 57: Refuge beneath His wings
    46:58 – Psalm 84: The Valley of Baca becomes a well
    55:12 – Turning your pain into blessings for others
    1:02:21 – Psalm 73: Draw near to God
    1:09:33 – Psalm 86: God is ready to forgive
    1:15:18 – Psalm 77: When hope is gone
    1:24:35 – Final thoughts & New Testament preview

    📖 Scriptures Discussed
    Psalm 51
    Psalm 55
    Psalm 56
    Psalm 57
    Psalm 61
    Psalm 62
    Psalm 73
    Psalm 77
    Psalm 84
    Psalm 86

    💬 Key Takeaways
    Lament is not the absence of faith—it is faith in action.
    God invites us to cast every burden upon Him.
    Even our greatest regrets can become stories of redemption.
    God knows every tear and never forgets our sorrow.
    When our hearts are overwhelmed, Christ is our Rock.
    The valleys we walk through today can become wells that bless others tomorrow.
    Hope is never truly gone when we remember who God is.

    🙏 If this message strengthened your faith, please like, subscribe, and share it with someone who may need this reminder today.

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    45 min
  14. NOW I SEE GOD

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    NOW I SEE GOD by Grace Freeman Smith & David Butler

    1 hr 3 min
  15. A GOOD DAY

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    In this episode of Don’t Miss This, Dave Butler and Grace Freeman study the book of Esther, one of the Bible's most remarkable stories of courage, faith, and redemption. Although God's name is never mentioned in the book, His hand can be seen on every page as He quietly prepares people and circumstances to bring about deliverance. Esther reminds us that even when the Lord seems absent, He is still writing a story of hope.

    As Queen Vashti, Mordecai, and Esther each make courageous choices, the discussion explores how God often works through ordinary people who are willing to trust Him. From unexpected opportunities to faithful friendships and timely acts of courage, every moment reveals that the Lord is present in ways we may only recognize when we look back. The story invites us to reflect on where we have already seen God's hand in our own lives.

    The episode also highlights Mordecai's famous reminder that Esther may have come "for such a time as this," encouraging us to trust that God has been preparing us long before we realize what lies ahead. Rather than calling only a few people to great acts of service, the Lord invites each of us to participate in quiet rescues, strengthening and lifting those He has placed in our path.

    Above all, the story of Esther points to Jesus Christ, whose redeeming power turns mourning into joy and fear into hope. Just as the decree of death was reversed and became a day of celebration, the gospel promises that every sorrow can one day be transformed. Because of Christ, our story is never finished on its hardest day. The Lord is still at work, leading us toward the good day He has prepared.

    Chapters:
    00:00 Welcoming new and returning viewers
    06:14 Uniqueness of the Book of Esther
    09:39 Queen Vashti's defiance and beauty
    11:38 Vashti's Humiliation and Rescue Story
    14:00 Introducing Esther and Mordecai
    20:06 Esther's influence and learning from Mordecai
    21:14 Reflecting on life with faith
    25:28 Finding God in Mom's Support
    28:14 Community reactions to shocking news
    32:13 Esther's Urgent Call to Action
    33:43 Esther's pivotal moment of action
    37:44 Valuing every individual's role
    42:15 Relationship and career crossroads
    46:17 Esther's courageous approach to the king
    48:48 Haman's parade for Mordecai
    50:52 Mordecai's Surprising Turn of Fate
    54:19 Finding hope in tough times
    57:27 Social media and goodbye

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    58 min
  16. THE GOOD HAND OF GOD

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    In this episode of Don’t Miss This, Dave Butler and Grace Freeman study Ezra and Nehemiah, following Israel's return from exile as they begin the long work of rebuilding Jerusalem, the temple, and their covenant relationship with God. These chapters remind us that every story of faith includes moments of starting again, and that the Lord is always ready to welcome His people home.

    As the people lay the temple's foundation, face opposition, and press forward despite discouragement, they discover that rebuilding rarely happens all at once. Faith grows one step at a time through small, consistent acts of devotion, even when progress feels slow. Again and again, scripture reminds us that the good hand of God is upon His people, strengthening them as they continue the work He has called them to do.

    This episode also highlights the role of prophets in times of rebuilding. Through the words of Ezra, Nehemiah, Haggai, and Zechariah, we see that God's servants encourage, strengthen, and remind His people of who they truly are. Rather than being defined by past mistakes, the Lord invites us to accept His new decree over our lives and move forward with faith, courage, and joy.

    Above all, Ezra and Nehemiah testify that rebuilding is not a story of shame but of hope. The joy of the Lord becomes our strength as we remember His goodness, recognize His hand in our lives, and choose once again to walk with Him. No matter where we begin, His gracious hand is always reaching out, inviting us to build something beautiful with Him.

    Chapters:
    00:00 INTRO
    05:45 Ezra 1: Cyrus' decree to return
    11:24 Experiencing renewed faith
    21:22 Laying the temple's foundation
    26:30 Reflecting on love and grief
    32:16 Scripture study and personal growth
    33:43 Addressing daily frustrations
    42:24 Jews' Reputation with Persian King
    49:09 Role of prophets in scripture
    51:34 The good hand of God
    58:25 Praising and Worshiping Together
    01:01:25 The joy of spiritual commitments
    01:06:58 Observing the Feast of Booths
    01:12:19 Creating a personalized teaching blueprint

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    1 hr 14 min
  17. I HEAR YOUR PRAYER

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    In this episode of Don’t Miss This, Dave Butler and Grace Freeman study 2 Chronicles 14-20; 26; 30, discovering what some of the greatest prayers in scripture teach us about the heart of God. Through the lives of Asa, Jehoshaphat, and Hezekiah, we see leaders who faced impossible situations yet continually turned to the Lord, trusting that His power was greater than any obstacle before them.

    As armies gathered, kingdoms were threatened, and fear surrounded them, these faithful kings chose prayer before panic. Whether facing overwhelming odds, uncertain futures, or desperate personal trials, they sought the Lord with humble hearts, believing that God hears every cry and remains faithful to His promises. Their stories remind us that prayer is not a last resort but the first place we can turn when we don't know what to do.

    This episode also explores what it means to fix our eyes on God instead of our fears. Rather than counting reasons to give up, these kings remembered who God is and what He had already done for His people. As they trusted Him, the Lord answered with guidance, protection, peace, and unexpected miracles, showing that His graciousness reaches every sincere soul who calls upon Him.

    Above all, these chapters offer hope for anyone who has ever wondered if heaven is listening. The same God who heard the prayers of ancient kings still hears ours today. He sees every tear, knows every burden, and invites us to bring every fear before Him. No prayer offered in faith goes unnoticed, because our God is gracious, merciful, and always ready to hear His children.

    Chapters:
    00:00 INTRO
    03:03 Studying prayers of three kings
    07:06 Finding faith over logic
    12:27 Temple dedication and divine promise
    13:21 Reflecting on First Kings 8
    17:28 Imagining prayer in a new way
    20:46 Discussing Hezekiah in 2 Kings
    23:03 Hezekiah receives and prays over letter
    27:52 Discussing Faith and Feeling Ignored
    30:10 Hezekiah's Illness and Prayer
    34:21 Weekly word: Graciousness and prayer
    35:44 Subscribing to the app and newsletter

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    36 min
  18. THE FIRST STRING

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    In this episode of Don’t Miss This, Dave Butler and Grace Freeman study 2 Kings 16–25, following the final years of the kingdoms of Israel and Judah. As one kingdom falls and another struggles to survive, these chapters reveal that the greatest danger was never the nations surrounding them, but the slow drift of hearts turning away from God. Even in seasons of decline, the Lord continued to invite His people to return, reminding us that repentance is always an invitation to come home.

    Through the faithful examples of Hezekiah and Josiah, we see what it looks like to seek God with a whole heart. They opened the doors of the temple, restored true worship, gathered the people, rediscovered the scriptures, and removed anything that drew hearts away from the Lord. Their stories remind us that spiritual renewal often begins with small, intentional choices to place God first, trust His voice, and create room for His presence in our lives.

    This episode also explores the voices we choose to listen to. While the enemy filled God's people with fear, doubt, and discouragement, the scriptures continually pointed them back to truth, hope, and covenant promises. Whether through worship, scripture study, generosity, or quiet acts of repentance, every step toward God helped retune hearts that had slowly drifted out of harmony. The Lord never stopped inviting His people to return, no matter how far they had wandered.

    Although these chapters record the fall of kingdoms and the sorrow of exile, they end with a quiet reminder that God is never finished with His people. Even after loss and captivity, He continued preparing the way for restoration. The same promise is true today. No matter where our story has taken us, the Lord continues to call us back, restore what has been broken, and remind us that with Him, our story is never over.

    Chapters:
    00:00 INTRO
    05:36 Kings vs Chronicles narratives
    08:45 King Ahaz adopts foreign altar design
    12:27 Life's guitar strings and faith
    16:30 Reflecting on Personal Accountability
    17:45 Relying on faith in hard times
    20:30 Repetitive cycles in human life
    25:35 Repairing Doors and Hearts
    29:32 Embracing sudden change through faith
    32:11 Discussing Passover timing changes
    34:00 Embracing joyful persistence
    38:45 Singing enthusiastically in church
    41:21 Hezekiah's faith and success
    44:20 Inviting everyone to the covenant
    48:37 Using scripture to guide life
    51:23 Destroying the old altar
    54:31 Jacob Becomes Israel
    57:08 Reflecting on Faith and Priorities
    59:28 Jehoiakin's partial restoration

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    1 hr 1 min
  19. THE SAME GOD

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    In this episode of Don’t Miss This, Dave Butler and Grace Freeman study 2 Kings 2–7 and discover that the God who worked miracles through Elijah is the same God who continues to work through Elisha. As one prophet passes the mantle to another, these chapters remind us that God's power has never been limited to one person or one generation. He is the same God yesterday, today, and forever, still healing, providing, rescuing, and strengthening His children.

    From the healing of the waters at Jericho to the widow's overflowing oil, each miracle points beyond Elisha and toward the heart of God. Whether providing more than enough for a grieving family, reminding us that repentance brings lasting healing, or showing that His blessings often exceed our expectations, these stories reveal a Savior whose grace is abundant. God is not interested in merely helping us survive. He delights in restoring, multiplying, and making us whole.

    The story of Naaman teaches that God's greatest miracles often come through simple acts of faith. Though Naaman expected a dramatic solution, healing came through humble obedience as he washed in the Jordan River. These chapters invite us to trust that God is patient with our growth, willing to work with us through every attempt, every setback, and every step toward becoming completely clean. His purpose is not partial healing, but complete restoration.

    The episode concludes by showing that no concern is too great or too small for the Lord. Whether raising a child back to life, helping someone recover a borrowed axe head, or answering the quiet prayers of everyday disciples, God cares deeply about every part of our story. Together, these chapters testify that the same God who performed miracles in the Old Testament still works in our lives today, inviting us to trust Him, seek His Spirit, and believe that His power is never exhausted.

    Chapters:
    00:00 INTRO
    03:52 Discussing Elijah's Miracles in Hebrew
    08:29 Discussing faith and relationship journey
    10:21 Desiring a life led by the Spirit
    13:31 Continuing God's miracles and presence
    16:54 Discussing lasting impact of miracles
    22:44 Widow's plea for help
    26:03 Questioning and starting to pray
    26:33 Questioning faith and superstitions
    30:20 Elisha's miraculous revival
    33:05 Discussing a leper's honorable introduction
    38:23 Naaman's Servants Encourage Him
    41:01 The significance of number seven
    44:33 Floating ax head miracle story
    47:08 God's care in everyday life

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    49 min
  20. HE WHO FAILS NOT

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    In this episode of Don’t Miss This, Dave Butler and Grace Freeman study 1 Kings 12-13; 17-22 and explore the divided kingdom of Israel, the ministry of Elijah, and the many ways God shows up in our lives. Through stories of kings, prophets, miracles, and personal struggles, these chapters remind us that faith is not about choosing the easiest path, but about trusting God enough to keep moving forward even when we cannot see the outcome.

    As the kingdom divides under Rehoboam and Jeroboam, the discussion highlights the danger of choosing convenience over covenant commitment. The temptation to make discipleship easier often comes at the cost of sacrifice, growth, and devotion. Dave and Grace reflect on how spiritual strength is built through consistent faithfulness, reminding us that some of the deepest blessings come not from avoiding difficulty, but from remaining dedicated when the journey requires effort.

    The heart of the episode follows Elijah’s remarkable experiences during a time of drought and uncertainty. Whether being fed by ravens, helping a widow whose oil never fails, or witnessing God’s power on Mount Carmel, Elijah learns again and again that the Lord provides exactly what is needed. These stories invite us to get off the bench and step into faith, trusting that God can work through unlikely circumstances, unexpected people, and miracles that often begin with simple acts of obedience.

    The episode concludes with Elijah’s moments of exhaustion, discouragement, and renewal. Under a juniper tree and later on a mountain, he discovers that God does not always appear through dramatic displays of power. Sometimes He comes through a meal, a moment of rest, a small cloud on the horizon, or a still small voice. Together, these chapters testify of a God who is both powerful and personal, who keeps His promises, strengthens His people, and remains present through every season of the journey.

    Chapters:
    00:00 INTRO
    04:01 Jeroboam's Prophecy and Kingdom Split
    06:45 The king's misguided counsel
    10:52 Types of athletes and mindsets
    15:45 Introduction to Elijah's Stories
    18:10 Unexpected ways God provides
    22:35 Fetching water and asking for bread
    26:06 Elijah's promise and the sick son
    27:08 Faith before evidence
    30:54 Biblical story and themes discussion
    36:03 Elijah's Sacrifice and Miracle
    36:59 Miraculous biblical fire story
    40:39 Holding onto faith through doubt
    45:40 Discussing Biblical Verse Interpretation
    48:16 Elijah's time in the cave
    51:15 God's appearances in scripture
    53:50 Social media handles and sign-off

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    54 min