1. Chad digs deep into the riches of this Psalm. We hear of the gift of family, and are encouraged to rest in Christ's loving care for our loved ones.
  2. Chad explains how this Psalm says it all.  Izzi Ray sings "If It Had Not Been"
  3. An expansive view of the temple of God. Chad gives us plenty to think about on our journey to the city of God. The talented Izzi Ray sings "O Jerusalem".
  4. Chad meditates on the Psalms of Ascent, and relates this journey to our own journey toward the new Jerusalem. Jonathan, Amanda and Emmy Noel sing "On The Way Up To Zion". Bethany Bordeaux is featured with her evocative violin playing. 
  5. In this episode of Tough Texts, Scott Keith and Daniel Emery Price focus on 1 John 2:1-6, a passage that speaks to the grace offered by Christ.
  6. The wicked and arrogant think they can prey upon the poor with impunity. Not so. Chad meditates on God hiding himself, it seems especially in times of trouble. Lament, interrogation of God and David’s frustration help us to see that though the work dis full injustice, God is closer than we think, and God invites us to cry and complain to Him. Izzi Ray sings “Why”
  7. Thankful for God’s salvation.
  8. Throughout this magnificent chapter, we have meditated on the ways of God, the benefits of walking with God, staying close to Him and learning from Him. Now as we get to the end of the chapter we see that we are all like lost sheep, and we all desperately need the salvation given to us through Christ. THe Psalm ist says "let Your hand helpme, for I have chosen Your precepts". We see the goal but only Christ has accomplished this.  The talented Markita Knight sings "Bring Me Home"
  9. n today's episode of Tough Texts, Scott Keith and Daniel Emery Price focus on Matthew 7:12-14, a passage that carries profound significance in shaping our Christian life and understanding of salvation.
  10. Happy Thanksgiving and thank you for listening throughout this year. We wish all of you a joyful Thanksgiving.Linda McCrary sings "Long Have I Known"
  11. We are in continual need of hearing the testimonies of God's goodness. In this episode Chad speaks such encouraging words, words that bring hope, because our hope is in the One who formed us for Himself. Bryan Duncan sings "The House of Your Word".
  12. For a little while, lower than the angels.