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This episode begins with Joanie inviting listeners to imagine fighting a dragon! Next she reminds us that Jesus is our leader, and he stands with us in times of need. The words to Stand Up, Stand Up For Jesus highlight the role of prayer as we strive to follow Jesus. Joanie reviews the "armor of God" mentioned in Ephesians 6:10-17. Joanie considers David's faith when he faced Goliath and encourages us to stand firm in our faith. The episode ends with a rousing rendition of this song.

1 Peter 5:9 "Resist him, standing firm in the faith, because you know that the family of believers throughout the world is undergoing the same kind of sufferings."

In today’s episode, Joanie explores the significance of commandments. She reflects on the Ten Commandments given to Moses and discusses the Law provided by God to guide His people in living righteous lives. The Ten Commandments help us realize that we cannot perfectly obey the Law. Joanie reviews Romans 3:22-24, emphasizing our need for God's mercy and grace. Joanie then examines Jesus' teachings, which are summarized in two main principles: love God with all your heart and love your neighbor as yourself. She concludes that we demonstrate our love for God and kindness to others, reflecting God's love for us.

Romans 3:22-24 "The righteousness of God through faith in Jesus Christ for all who believe. \For there is no distinction: for all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God, and are justified by his grace as a gift, through the redemption that is in Christ Jesus”.

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Joanie begins this episode by thinking about the magnitude of creation. From the smallest phytoplankton in the ocean to the highest snow-covered mountaintops, our planet is full of natural wonders and living creatures that show God's marvelous design. Joanie considers how oxygen and water sustain life. She reflects on Genesis 2:15 - God's role for Adam in the creation. Next, she celebrates that our loving God, the Almighty, is present everywhere in His creation and has provided us all things.

A lively version of "All Things Bright and Beautiful" can be heard in this episode.

Psalm 139:14 "I will praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I know that full well."