Seeking First the Treasure That Cannot Fade

When Grace Meets Failure

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2209237/fan_mail/new] Today we're looking at two kings, two failures, and two very different responses when confronted with sin. King Saul and King David both made serious mistakes. Both were confronted by God's prophet. Both faced consequences they could not undo.  Yet one found a path back to hope, while the other drifted farther from God. Their stories are more than ancient history. They speak to anyone carrying regret, living with consequences, or wondering whether God can still bring good from a broken chapter of life.  Join me as we explore what made the difference between Saul and David, and how their stories can help us find hope when we cannot change the past. Support the show [https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton] If today’s episode has resonated with you or helped you in any way, and you’d like to support the show so we can continue to bring you new and free content, I’ve set up an account on Buy Me a Coffee [https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton]. Through this easy-to-use donation-based tool, you can support the podcast with monetary donations in increments of $5.  I truly apprecite your support.  All donations receive a shoutout as a way of saying thank you.  You can learn more about hope by visiting my web site: https://ourjourneytohope.com [https://ourjourneytohope.com] I also encourage you to purchase a copy of the book, “Journey to Hope”.  In it I explore hope from a variety of perspectives.  I also look at examples from scripture of men and women that journeyed from hopeless to hopeful through their interaction with our Lord.  You can obtain a copy by going to https://bibletalk.tv/books/journey-to-hope [https://bibletalk.tv/books/journey-to-hope].  All proceeds from this book go to support Bibletalk.TV. Please, be the person that helps touch someone whose hope is challenged by sharing this podcast. Also, please leave me feedback using the "Send us a text" link at the top of the description.

Helping Others With Hope

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2209237/fan_mail/new] In this episode  we explore how we can help others discover hope, sustain it through life’s challenges, and regain it when it feels lost. Learn how listening, our presence, and our compassion become powerful tools God uses to bring hope into real moments of life. Support the show [https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton] If today’s episode has resonated with you or helped you in any way, and you’d like to support the show so we can continue to bring you new and free content, I’ve set up an account on Buy Me a Coffee [https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton]. Through this easy-to-use donation-based tool, you can support the podcast with monetary donations in increments of $5.  I truly apprecite your support.  All donations receive a shoutout as a way of saying thank you.  You can learn more about hope by visiting my web site: https://ourjourneytohope.com [https://ourjourneytohope.com] I also encourage you to purchase a copy of the book, “Journey to Hope”.  In it I explore hope from a variety of perspectives.  I also look at examples from scripture of men and women that journeyed from hopeless to hopeful through their interaction with our Lord.  You can obtain a copy by going to https://bibletalk.tv/books/journey-to-hope [https://bibletalk.tv/books/journey-to-hope].  All proceeds from this book go to support Bibletalk.TV. Please, be the person that helps touch someone whose hope is challenged by sharing this podcast. Also, please leave me feedback using the "Send us a text" link at the top of the description.

Walking Through Life's Valleys

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2209237/fan_mail/new] Life brings moments when the road feels steep, uncertain, and shadowed by circumstances we never expected. In today’s episode, we’ll explore one of the most comforting truths found in Scripture: valleys are part of the journey, but they are never the end of the story.  Whether you are walking through grief, uncertainty, discouragement, or simply carrying a heavy heart, this episode is a reminder that the Shepherd still walks beside His people.  So take a deep breath, settle your heart, and join us as we continue moving forward together toward hope. Because no matter how dark the valley may seem, no one walks alone. Support the show [https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton] If today’s episode has resonated with you or helped you in any way, and you’d like to support the show so we can continue to bring you new and free content, I’ve set up an account on Buy Me a Coffee [https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton]. Through this easy-to-use donation-based tool, you can support the podcast with monetary donations in increments of $5.  I truly apprecite your support.  All donations receive a shoutout as a way of saying thank you.  You can learn more about hope by visiting my web site: https://ourjourneytohope.com [https://ourjourneytohope.com] I also encourage you to purchase a copy of the book, “Journey to Hope”.  In it I explore hope from a variety of perspectives.  I also look at examples from scripture of men and women that journeyed from hopeless to hopeful through their interaction with our Lord.  You can obtain a copy by going to https://bibletalk.tv/books/journey-to-hope [https://bibletalk.tv/books/journey-to-hope].  All proceeds from this book go to support Bibletalk.TV. Please, be the person that helps touch someone whose hope is challenged by sharing this podcast. Also, please leave me feedback using the "Send us a text" link at the top of the description.

A Brush With Death

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2209237/fan_mail/new] Today we're talking about a moment that changes many lives forever, a brush with death. Whether it comes through illness, an accident, or another unexpected crisis, these experiences have a way of reshaping our perspective and helping us see what truly matters. In this episode, I'll share part of my own journey through leukemia and reflect on how facing mortality deepened my understanding of hope, faith, and the promises of Christ. Together, we'll explore how life's most difficult valleys can reveal the strength of a hope that reaches beyond our circumstances. I'm glad you're here. Let's continue our journey toward hope together."  Support the show [https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton] If today’s episode has resonated with you or helped you in any way, and you’d like to support the show so we can continue to bring you new and free content, I’ve set up an account on Buy Me a Coffee [https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton]. Through this easy-to-use donation-based tool, you can support the podcast with monetary donations in increments of $5.  I truly apprecite your support.  All donations receive a shoutout as a way of saying thank you.  You can learn more about hope by visiting my web site: https://ourjourneytohope.com [https://ourjourneytohope.com] I also encourage you to purchase a copy of the book, “Journey to Hope”.  In it I explore hope from a variety of perspectives.  I also look at examples from scripture of men and women that journeyed from hopeless to hopeful through their interaction with our Lord.  You can obtain a copy by going to https://bibletalk.tv/books/journey-to-hope [https://bibletalk.tv/books/journey-to-hope].  All proceeds from this book go to support Bibletalk.TV. Please, be the person that helps touch someone whose hope is challenged by sharing this podcast. Also, please leave me feedback using the "Send us a text" link at the top of the description.

The Story of Cancer Healing and Rubber Chicken Socks

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2209237/fan_mail/new] Today we're stepping inside the Montgomery Cancer Center in Prattville, Alabama, a place where courage meets compassion, where healing begins, and where hope is offered every single day. At the heart of so much of that hope is one unforgettable man: Dr. Robert Avery. Dr. Avery is known for his remarkable skill and compassionate care. But he also understands something powerful, healing often comes through laughter too. Because sometimes hope arrives through wise words. Sometimes through excellent care. And sometimes… through sky blue socks covered in bright yellow rubber chickens. Today, I want to share the story of a doctor who understood that medicine treats the body, while humor and hope help strengthen the heart. For me, this story is personal. Dr. Avery stood beside me in my own battle with leukemia, offering truth, courage, and hope when I needed it most. So today, we celebrate a man who brings healing, humor, and hope to countless lives. This is the story of Dr. Robert Avery, a man of humor and hope. Support the show [https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton] If today’s episode has resonated with you or helped you in any way, and you’d like to support the show so we can continue to bring you new and free content, I’ve set up an account on Buy Me a Coffee [https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton]. Through this easy-to-use donation-based tool, you can support the podcast with monetary donations in increments of $5.  I truly apprecite your support.  All donations receive a shoutout as a way of saying thank you.  You can learn more about hope by visiting my web site: https://ourjourneytohope.com [https://ourjourneytohope.com] I also encourage you to purchase a copy of the book, “Journey to Hope”.  In it I explore hope from a variety of perspectives.  I also look at examples from scripture of men and women that journeyed from hopeless to hopeful through their interaction with our Lord.  You can obtain a copy by going to https://bibletalk.tv/books/journey-to-hope [https://bibletalk.tv/books/journey-to-hope].  All proceeds from this book go to support Bibletalk.TV. Please, be the person that helps touch someone whose hope is challenged by sharing this podcast. Also, please leave me feedback using the "Send us a text" link at the top of the description.