Begin your day with a "Moment of Hope." This podcast is a compliment to David and Marilynn's weekday devotional - providing deeper insights and encouragement. Featuring Jenn Houston.
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Sep 29, 2026 · 4:29
by David Chadwick God is "my refuge." "I will say of the Lord, 'He is my refuge...'" (Psalm 91:2). The eternal God of the universe, the One who created everything, wants to be…
Sep 28, 2026 · 4:34
by David Chadwick Do you know what makes the Christian faith uniquely different from every other religion in the world? It is the fact that we serve a God who wants to have a…
Sep 25, 2026 · 4:40
by David Chadwick One mid-afternoon, my mother wandered from the house alone with no one knowing where she was. Dad became frantic and panicked. Several hours went by. Finally, a…
Sep 24, 2026 · 4:26
by David Chadwick "Those are just words," people sometimes say dismissively. They are trying to state how unimportant another person's perspective or opinion is. They are saying…
Sep 23, 2026 · 4:53
by David Chadwick In Bible times, for a city to be safe, there needed to be strong walls erected around the city. When an enemy attacked a city, he would first lay siege against…
Sep 22, 2026 · 4:25
by David Chadwick It was the most difficult time I'd ever experienced in ministry. People who were once my supporters became my critics. And the number of critics seemed to grow…
Sep 21, 2026 · 4:33
by David Chadwick The heart of the matter is a matter of the heart. What wise words these are! Most all we do in life flows from what first happens in the heart. Solomon echoes…
Sep 18, 2026 · 4:33
by David Chadwick We husbands are often "Captain Oblivious" with our wives. We live disconnected from them. They often have insights that could help us in many different areas.…
Sep 17, 2026 · 4:42
by David Chadwick We accepted the call to our first church in 1980. For our first year in ministry, Marilynn told me she wanted to get our home secure and learn what it's like to…
Sep 16, 2026 · 4:31
by David Chadwick Dudley Do-Right was a cartoon character. Regularly, he bumbled and fumbled his way toward heroic success. Often after he'd delivered the damsel in distress, she…
Sep 15, 2026 · 4:31
by David Chadwick I wish I'd been smarter in this area. If so, I could have avoided a lot of pain. I stupidly ignored this reality. If I could redo one major part of Marilynn's…
Sep 14, 2026 · 4:19
by David Chadwick The word honor has become missing in action in the English vocabulary. Oh yes, sadly, we sometimes hear about an "honor killing." Most often, that's when a…
Sep 11, 2026 · 5:34
by Marilynn Chadwick I'm convinced the tone I set in our home by honoring David inspired our children to honor him and each other. It feels good to get respect. To be honored.…
Sep 10, 2026 · 4:40
by Marilynn Chadwick Honor is not a subject you hear much about these days. If anything, we've become much more accustomed to disrespect and dishonor. The urban slang for…
Sep 9, 2026 · 5:08
by Marilynn Chadwick A young mom once asked me if there was anything I'd do differently if I were just starting out in my marriage. After giving it some thought, I responded that…
Sep 8, 2026 · 5:02
by Marilynn Chadwick Today's world is busy and noisy. How can I lighten my husband's load and his heart? Help him have fun? I've learned that simple habits, like taking a day off…
Sep 7, 2026 · 5:05
by Marilynn Chadwick A practical way to honor my husband is simply through the home environment I create. Our surroundings, daily routine, and health habits will either help…
Sep 4, 2026 · 5:16
by Marilynn Chadwick I've discovered that honoring my husband in today's culture requires something of a fight. It helps to realize that we have an enemy. Not just of our soul,…
Sep 3, 2026 · 5:33
by Marilynn Chadwick Showing respect is vital to any healthy marriage. But when it comes to honoring our husbands, it helps to understand that no two marriages or men are exactly…
Sep 2, 2026 · 4:56
by Marilynn Chadwick Over the years, I've discovered that honoring my husband begins in my mind. What I think about David determines whether my words and actions will honor him.…
Sep 1, 2026 · 5:15
by Marilynn Chadwick When we understand honor as a biblical concept, it sheds light on our God-given roles as husband and wife. In college, I was a spiritual skeptic with strong…
Aug 31, 2026 · 5:10
by Marilynn Chadwick The word honor calls to mind virtues like integrity and honesty. To honor someone is to treat them with admiration or respect. Over the next four weeks,…
Aug 28, 2026 · 5:17
by David Chadwick I hope you have enjoyed thinking about eternity and considering the realities of what is to come for followers of Jesus Christ. I want to close out this series…
Aug 27, 2026 · 5:10
by David Chadwick Death is a stark reality for every human being. You've heard me joke that the statistics are in: one out of one dies. But what happens five minutes after you…
Aug 26, 2026 · 4:57
by David Chadwick Our culture talks a lot about near-death experiences. Many people, even those who don't believe in Jesus, think a lot about death. I believe the topic of death…
Aug 25, 2026 · 5:07
by David Chadwick The Christian faith is full of both certainty and mystery. Because of Jesus, we can be certain of our eternal salvation if we put our faith in him. Because of…
Aug 24, 2026 · 4:40
by David Chadwick Five minutes after you die, there are two very different realities that will take place depending on whether or not you are a believer in Jesus or an…
Aug 21, 2026 · 4:59
by David Chadwick If hell exists, and if Jesus's teachings about hell are true, then unbelievers who live apart from Jesus will spend eternity there. If this is true, how then…
Aug 20, 2026 · 5:01
by David Chadwick What happens five minutes after you die? What are some of the most often asked questions about heaven and hell? Today, let's try to answer some of them. What…
Aug 19, 2026 · 5:00
by David Chadwick Today, we look at not just five minutes after death, but immediately after death, and specifically in the life of an unbeliever. After judgment comes…
Aug 18, 2026 · 4:24
by David Chadwick Many wonder what happens five minutes after we die. But more specifically today, as we look at the sobering reality of death for unbelievers, this question must…
Aug 17, 2026 · 4:45
by David Chadwick Let's continue to look at what happens five minutes after we die. More specifically today, what happens immediately after death? There are so many wonderful…
Aug 14, 2026 · 5:09
by David Chadwick What will happen five minutes after you die? Today's topic is truly a sober warning. While there will be many wonderful things that take place after death for…
Aug 13, 2026 · 4:39
by David Chadwick What happens five minutes after you die? You will have an immediate awareness of your surroundings. You will see Jesus face to face. You will experience…
Aug 12, 2026 · 5:03
by David Chadwick Peace is such a powerful word. It's not just the absence of chaos. It's wholeness in the midst of a storm. It's rest. Quietness. Tranquility. In fact, one of…
Aug 11, 2026 · 5:27
by David Chadwick What happens five minutes after you die? You will have immediate awareness of your surroundings. Eternity is real. Both heaven and hell are real. The Gospel of…
Aug 10, 2026 · 5:34
by David Chadwick Death is often people's greatest fear. But as followers of Jesus, who carry the hope of heaven, we need not fear death. 1 Corinthians 15:55 says, "O death,…
Aug 7, 2026 · 4:56
by David Chadwick Today, we conclude our two-week study on heaven. The hope and majesty of this eternal reality is made known to anyone who puts his or her faith and trust in…
Aug 6, 2026 · 4:31
by David Chadwick Eternal relationships and friendships will be a special part of the new heaven and new earth. Jesus implies in Luke 16:9 that we will have friends in heaven.…
Aug 5, 2026 · 4:40
by David Chadwick There will be a new heaven and a new earth. God's Word promises it. God says, "For behold, I create new heavens and a new earth, and the former things shall not…
Aug 4, 2026 · 4:45
by David Chadwick Revelation 21:4 says that one day, in heaven, God will wipe every tear from our eyes, "and death shall be no more, neither shall there be mourning, nor crying,…
Aug 3, 2026 · 5:08
by David Chadwick In heaven, there will be no need for the sun or the moon. But why? Revelation 21:23 says, "And the city has no need of sun or moon to shine on it, for the glory…
Jul 31, 2026 · 4:58
by David Chadwick There will be unimaginable beauty in heaven. Inextricable joy. Eternal wonder. The New Jerusalem is described as a magnificent and glorious city. Revelation…
Jul 30, 2026 · 4:30
by David Chadwick Proverbs 13:12 says, "Hope deferred makes the heart sick, but a desire fulfilled is a tree of life." The hope of heaven is the ultimate fulfilled desire for…
Jul 29, 2026 · 4:41
by David Chadwick Heaven brings an undeniable hope to followers of Jesus Christ. For those of us who put our faith in Jesus, we will one day, once again, see all of our loved…
Jul 28, 2026 · 4:18
by David Chadwick On the other side of this broken world is the hope of heaven. The throne is central in heaven. Where there is a throne, there is a king. And in heaven, it's not…
Jul 27, 2026 · 4:48
by David Chadwick Join me as we take two weeks to remind ourselves of the hope of heaven. The coming realization of our eternity. One day, every person who has put his or her…
Jul 24, 2026 · 5:24
by Marilynn Chadwick Just why thanksgiving has the power to transform a difficult situation is something of a mystery. When someone gives thanks in the Bible, you often find a…
Jul 23, 2026 · 5:06
by Marilynn Chadwick "In the world you will have tribulation; but be of good cheer, I have overcome the world." John 16:33 NKJV Giving thanks to God can diffuse even life's most…
Jul 22, 2026 · 4:49
by Marilynn Chadwick "For we are not fighting against flesh-and-blood enemies, but against evil rulers and authorities of the unseen world, against mighty powers in this dark…
Jul 21, 2026 · 5:30
by Marilynn Chadwick "Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you." 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 ESV…
Jul 20, 2026 · 4:37
by Marilynn Chadwick Is it possible to offend God with the way we thank him? Apparently so—if our "thank you" comes from a self-righteous heart. Jesus told this story to a group…
Jul 17, 2026 · 4:57
by Marilynn Chadwick Bless the Lord O my soul and forget not all his benefits." Psalm 103:2 ESV Thankful . Just one little word was printed in small letters across the front of…
Jul 16, 2026 · 5:08
by Marilynn Chadwick "Be careful and watch yourselves closely so that you do not forget the things your eyes have seen or let them fade from your heart as long as you live."…
Jul 15, 2026 · 4:45
by Marilynn Chadwick "Don't worry about anything; instead, pray about everything. Tell God what you need and thank him for all he has done." Philippians 4:6 NLT A friend once…
Jul 14, 2026 · 5:03
by Marilynn Chadwick "He fell to the ground at Jesus' feet, thanking him for what he had done." Luke 17:16 NLT We can learn some lessons from a leper about being thankful. Let's…
Jul 13, 2026 · 5:03
by Marilynn Chadwick "Devote yourselves to prayer, being watchful and thankful." Colossians 4:2 NIV I'd like to become more thankful for the small things in life. Easy to…
Jul 10, 2026 · 5:12
by David Chadwick "Do not say, 'I will repay evil'; wait for the Lord, and he will deliver you." Proverbs 20:22 Today is the last day of our long journey through many of our…
Jul 9, 2026 · 4:30
by David Chadwick "Bread gained by deceit is sweet to a man, but afterward his mouth will be full of gravel." Proverbs 20:17 Today's proverb is also out of Proverbs 20, verse 17,…
Jul 8, 2026 · 4:37
by David Chadwick "Take a man's garment when he has put up security for a stranger, and hold it in pledge when he puts up security for foreigners." Proverbs 20:16 There is a vast…
Jul 7, 2026 · 4:18
by David Chadwick "'Bad, bad,' says the buyer, but when he goes away, then he boasts." Proverbs 20:14 Today's proverb addresses a financial exchange. A buyer of certain goods…
Jul 6, 2026 · 4:32
by David Chadwick "Love not sleep, lest you come to poverty; open your eyes, and you will have plenty of bread." Proverbs 20:13 This is our final week of study through some of…
Jul 3, 2026 · 4:46
David Chadwick "The hearing ear and the seeing eye, the Lord has made them both." Proverbs 20:12 We will wrap up this week with Proverbs 20:12, which says, "The hearing ear and…
Jul 2, 2026 · 4:30
by David Chadwick "Even a child makes himself known by his acts, by whether his conduct is pure and upright." Proverbs 20:11 All throughout Scripture, the importance of children…
Jul 1, 2026 · 4:45
by David Chadwick "Unequal weights and unequal measures are both alike an abomination of the Lord." Proverbs 20:10 We continue our study through some of our favorite proverbs. I…
Jun 30, 2026 · 4:42
by David Chadwick "Who can say, 'I have made my heart pure; I am clean from sin'?" Proverbs 20:9 A pure heart. Clean hands. A renewed and righteous spirit. These were the cries…
Jun 29, 2026 · 4:23
by David Chadwick "A king who sits on the throne of judgment winnows all evil with his eyes." Proverbs 20:8 Today's proverb is all about the importance of strong, godly…
Jun 26, 2026 · 5:10
by David Chadwick "Whoever is generous to the poor lends to the Lord, and he will repay him for his deed." Proverbs 19:17 Generosity is a mark of a follower of Christ. It shows a…
Jun 25, 2026 · 4:36
by David Chadwick "Whoever keeps the commandment keeps his life; he who despises his ways will die." Proverbs 19:16 God gives us commands all throughout Scripture to guide us,…
Jun 24, 2026 · 4:58
by David Chadwick "Slothfulness casts into a deep sleep, and an idle person will suffer hunger." Proverbs 19:15 Slothfulness. Defined as the "state or habit of being lazy,…
Jun 23, 2026 · 4:38
by David Chadwick "A false witness will not go unpunished, and he who breathes out lies will not escape… A false witness will not go unpunished, and he who breathes out lies will…
Jun 22, 2026 · 4:34
by David Chadwick "A man of many companions may come to ruin, but there's a friend who sticks closer than a brother." Proverbs 18:24 Today, we are going to look at Proverbs…
Jun 19, 2026 · 5:01
by David Chadwick "Death and life are in the power of the tongue, and those who love it will eat its fruits." Proverbs 18:21 Did you know that our words are powerful? The Bible…
Jun 18, 2026 · 4:59
by David Chadwick "The one who states his case first seems right, until the other comes and examines him." Proverbs 18:17 Have you ever heard the phrase, "There are two sides to…
Jun 17, 2026 · 4:56
by David Chadwick "The name of the Lord is a strong tower; the righteous man runs into it and is safe." Proverbs 18:10 The name of the Lord is a strong tower. Just the whisper of…
Jun 16, 2026 · 5:06
by David Chadwick "The words of a whisperer are like delicious morsels; they go down into the inner parts of the body." Proverbs 18:8 A whisperer is defined as "anyone who speaks…
Jun 15, 2026 · 4:44
by David Chadwick "Whoever isolates himself seeks his own desire; he breaks out against all sound judgment." Proverbs 18:1 A man or woman who chooses isolation is selfish and…
Jun 12, 2026 · 5:27
by Marilynn Chadwick "A friend loves at all times, and a brother is born for a time of adversity." Proverbs 17:17 NIV We've talked about how God's wisdom, including his creation…
Jun 11, 2026 · 5:36
by Marilynn Chadwick "My son, do not let wisdom and understanding out of your sight... When you lie down, you will not be afraid; when you lie down, your sleep will be sweet."…
Jun 10, 2026 · 5:06
by Marilynn Chadwick "Honor the Lord with your wealth, with the first fruits of all your crops; then your barns will be filled to overflowing, and your vats will brim over with…
Jun 9, 2026 · 5:27
by Marilynn Chadwick "Trust in the Lord with all your heart and do not lean on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight."…
Jun 8, 2026 · 5:34
by Marilynn Chadwick "The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom, and knowledge of the Holy One is understanding." Proverbs 9:10 NIV The "fear of the Lord" brings wisdom…
Jun 5, 2026 · 4:56
by David Chadwick "An excellent wife who can find? She is far more precious than jewels." Proverbs 31:10 "Charm is deceitful, and beauty is vain, but a woman who fears the Lord…
Jun 4, 2026 · 5:18
by David Chadwick "House and wealth are inherited from fathers, but a prudent wife is from the Lord." Proverbs 19:14 Today's proverb makes it very clear that prudence is a…
Jun 3, 2026 · 5:00
by David Chadwick "He who finds a wife finds a good thing and obtains favor from the Lord." Proverbs 18:22 Today's proverb is found in Proverbs 18:22. It says finding a good wife…
Jun 2, 2026 · 4:52
by David Chadwick "An excellent wife is the crown of her husband, but she who brings shame is like rottenness in his bones." Proverbs 12:4 Excellent is defined as "something…
Jun 1, 2026 · 5:08
by David Chadwick "Let your fountain be blessed, and rejoice in the wife of your youth." Proverbs 5:18 This week, as we continue to look at some of the many proverbs that teach…
May 29, 2026 · 4:58
by Marilynn Chadwick "Who can find a woman of valor..." Proverbs 31:10 OJB "The Lord is with you, O mighty man of valor." Judges 6:12 ESV In this series, we caught a glimpse into…
May 28, 2026 · 5:07
by Marilynn Chadwick "Speak up for those who cannot speak for themselves, for the rights of all who are destitute. Speak up and judge fairly; defend the rights of the poor and…
May 27, 2026 · 4:15
by Marilynn Chadwick In Proverbs 31, we catch a glimpse into the heart of the Queen Mother who had prayed for her son and devoted him to the Lord. Clearly the Queen Mother saw…
May 26, 2026 · 4:33
by Marilynn Chadwick Proverbs 31:1-9 was technically recorded by the unknown King Lemuel, but it is explicitly identified as an oracle, or "inspired message," taught to him by…
May 25, 2026 · 4:58
by Marilynn Chadwick "Listen, my son! Listen, son of my womb! Listen, my son, the answer to my prayers!" Proverbs 31:2 NIV For centuries, people have been fascinated by royalty.…
May 22, 2026 · 4:48
by David Chadwick "The fruit of the righteous is a tree of life, and whoever captures souls is wise." Proverbs 11:30 Do you know what the word "righteous" means? It is defined as…
May 21, 2026 · 4:31
by David Chadwick "One gives freely, yet grows all the richer; another withholds what he should give and only suffers want. Whoever brings blessing will be enriched, and one who…
May 20, 2026 · 4:35
by David Chadwick "Like a gold ring in a pig's snout is a beautiful woman without discretion." Proverbs 11:22 For a moment, can you picture a gold ring in a pig's snout? It's a…
May 19, 2026 · 4:46
by David Chadwick Be assured, an evil person will not go unpunished, but the offspring of the righteous will be delivered." Proverbs 11:21 "Be assured…" is how today's proverb…
May 18, 2026 · 4:46
by David Chadwick "Riches do not profit in the day of wrath, but righteousness delivers from death." Proverbs 11:4 When God pours out his wrath, and that day will surely come,…
May 15, 2026 · 4:39
by Marilynn Chadwick "She dresses herself with strength and makes her arms strong." Proverbs 31:17 ESV The two Hebrew words describing the Proverbs 31 woman, eshet chayil , are…
May 14, 2026 · 5:05
by Marilynn Chadwick "Train up a child in the way he should go [and in keeping with his individual gift or bent], and when he is old, he will not depart from it." Proverbs 22:6…
May 13, 2026 · 4:37
by Marilynn Chadwick "Who can find a woman of valor?" Proverbs 31:10a OJB A woman of valor is a warrior at heart. She fights for her faith, her family, and her community. But…
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