Room 4216
Religion & Spirituality
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Reading the Bible can be difficult not to mention understanding it. Having a disability, like blindness can be difficult too. At times a person even wonders if God is there. Nevertheless in room 4216 God shows us His path and we find we are not alone (Isaiah 42:16)Content Copyright, Dave Andrus 2015-2020
Episodes
- Episode 232: Lesson 230 : Contrasts of kingdoms : Luke 22:21-34
Room 4216, Episode 232, explores contrasts presented in Luke 22:21-34, reflecting on Jesus's words the evening before his crucifixion to offer comfort.
- Episode 231: Lesson 229 : The Christmas Journey : Luke 2:1-20
Room 4216 presents Lesson 229, "The Christmas Journey," based on Luke 2:1-20. The episode draws parallels between the varied experiences of life’s journeys and the circumstances of Jesus’ birth, offering comfort.
- Episode 230: Lesson 228 : The Last Supper : Luke 22:19-20
This episode of Room 4216 discusses the Last Supper, the final meal Jesus shared before his crucifixion, and its significance as the origin of the Christian tradition of Holy Communion.
- Episode 229: Lesson 227 : The final Passover meal : Luke 22:1-19
This episode discusses Jesus' final Passover meal as described in Luke 22:1-19. It highlights the meal's significance as Jesus prepared for his crucifixion.
- Episode 228: Lesson 226 : The end of things : Luke 21:7-38
In Episode 228, Lesson 226, Jesus' words about the destruction of Jerusalem in 70 A.D. and the end of all things are discussed. The episode highlights Jesus' prophecies about how God would use and rescue his followers, presenting these as…
- Episode 227: Lesson 225 : Pennies reflect your thoughts : Luke 21:1-6
You may have heard the phrase “a penny for your thoughts”. In today’s Bible story pennies reflect more than thoughts. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2025
- Episode 226: Lesson 224 : Mind twisters : Luke 20:20-47
Once again, the Pharisees and now the Sadducees tried to trap Jesus with mind twisting theological games. Interestingly, Jesus avoided their snares and then gave them a mind twister, which tied them up. Copyright, Dave Andrus 20…
- Episode 225: Lesson 223 : Pharisees try to trap Jesus : Luke 20:1-19
The Pharisees and teachers of the Law did not like Jesus, his popularity and teachings. They try and trap him so they can get rid of him.Copyright, Dave Andrus 2025
- Episode 224: Lesson 222 : Jesus enters Jerusalem : Luke 19:28-48
Jesus had been teaching, healing and doing miracles throughout Galilee. So, when Jesus entered Jerusalem the people were asking if he was the promised one of God to come. But come to do what?Copyright, Dave Andrus 2025
- Episode 223: Lesson 221 : Giving thanks when facing hardship : Psalm 16
When facing danger, illness, problems or pain, the natural response is to complain. God can give us a way to face these issues and be thankful, every day of the year.Copyright, Dave Andrus 2024
- Episode 222: Lesson 220 : Desert life is taking its toll : Numbers 20
The big three that lead the people are down to one and his days are numbered. This book is more than counting the people.Copyright, Dave Andrus 2024
- Episode 221: Lesson 219 : Walking sticks and a red cow : Numbers 17-19
Who is going to be in charge? How is one declared clean? These are questions we face and the people in the desert faced, and God answered.Copyright, Dave Andrus 2024
- Episode 220: Lesson 218 : A case of Sdrowkcab : Numbers 16
Sometimes things in life just do not makes sense. Many times this is true in the Old Testament with God and Israel. Yet a case of sdrowkcab can put things in proper perspective. Listen and find out why. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2024
- Episode 219: Lesson 217 M.S. : The experiment isn’t working lets start over : Numbers 14
Version MS: 25 minutes 24 seconds In today’s lesson we hear that God wants to give up and destroy the Israelites and start over. What would lead God to say such a thing and why? Listen to find out.Copyright, Dave Andrus 2024
- Episode 218: Lesson 217 D.G. : The experiment isn’t working lets start over : Numbers 14
Version DG: 31 minutes 7 seconds In today’s lesson we hear that God wants to give up and destroy the Israelites and start over. What would lead God to say such a thing and why? Listen to find out.Copyright, Dave Andrus 2024
- Episode 217: Lesson 216 D. G.. : Do you want the good news first or the bad news? : Numbers 13
Version D.G. 25 minutes 6 seconds When a person is given the facts, relayed the report, or provided the evidence, the real question is then; how will you interpret it? It might be good news or bad. In today’s lesson we see two ways an…
- Episode 216: Lesson 216 M. S. : Do you want the good news first or the bad news? : Numbers 13
Version M.S. 25 minutes 6 seconds When a person is given the facts, relayed the report, or provided the evidence, the real question is then; how will you interpret it? It might be good news or bad. In today’s lesson we see two ways an…
- Episode 216: Lesson 215 : Complaints in the Family : Numbers 12
When there is complaining in the family, it causes fights and division. Today’s lesson looks at this and how God dealt with it.. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2024
- Episode 215: Lesson 214 M.S. : Complaints at every turn : Numbers 11
There is a fine line between complaining and expressing concern. Today's lesson expresses this well. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2024
- Episode 214: Lesson 214 D.G. : Complaints at every turn : Numbers 11
There is a fine line between complaining and expressing concern. Today's lesson expresses this well. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2024
- Episode 213: Lesson 213 : How God guides his people : Numbers 10
We again look at the cloud and learn even more what it meant to them and to us today. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2024
- Episode 212: Lesson 212 D.G. : Not a distant God : Numbers 6-9
Version D.G. 36 minutes We continue in the book of Numbers. Now out of Egypt for about one year, God gives his blessing. We also meet the cloud and learn what it meant to them and to us today. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2024
- Episode 212: Lesson 212 M.S. : Not a distant God Numbers 6-9
Version M.S. 25 minutes We continue in the book of Numbers. Now out of Egypt for about one year, God gives his blessing. We also meet the cloud and learn what it meant to them and to us today. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2024
- Episode 211: Lesson 211 : Christmas through the eyes of Joseph (Part 2) : Matthew 2:1-23
We continue telling the Christmas story through the eyes of Joseph. Joseph, the foster father of Jesus saw Jesus’ birth first-hand and experienced both sadness and joy. So can we. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2023
- Episode 210: Lesson 210 : Christmas through the eyes of Joseph : Matthew 1:18-25
Christmas is often thought of as a time of happiness, merriment and joy. Many people however experience brokenness, sorrow and sadness. Joseph, the foster father of Jesus saw Jesus’ birth first-hand and experienced both sadness and joy. So…
- Episode 209: Lesson 209 : Organizing the multitude : Numbers 1-5
The fourth book of the Bible received its name for numbering and organizing the people of Israel. There are many more stories and events than the numbering. Join us in hearing then.Copyright, Dave Andrus 2023
- Episode 208: Lesson 208 : The day and year of rest : Leviticus 25:27
Work is good and important. Even so it can be abused. God directed his people to work but also rest. Therefore, the Sabbath and year of Jubilee were instituted. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2023
- Episode 207: Lesson 207 : Not just the sacrifice but the server : Leviticus 18:24
God spoke not only about the sacrifice but the one offering it. Get this wrong and it sounds like God doesn’t like people with a disability. Get it right and God can accept all people. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2023
- Episode 206: Lesson 206 : Why sacrifices were important : Leviticus 17
We read about sacrifices of animals and food throughout the Old Testament. It was as common as our giving a donation to church. Today’s lesson unfolds why, and its impact of life for us today.Copyright, Dave Andrus 2023
- Episode 205: Lesson 205 : The start of worship : Leviticus 1:16
When the children of Israel came out of slavery all they really knew was the lifestyle and worship of the Egyptians. God therefore gave them a new culture.Copyright, Dave Andrus 2023
- Episode 204: Lesson 204 : Summer revisited : Isaiah 42:16
When summer comes vacation and other special projects, limiting normal activity. So, lets go back to how this Bible study got started.Copyright, Dave Andrus 2023
- Episode 203: Lesson 203 : When the cat is away : Luke 19:11-27
We probably all heard the saying “When the cat is away, the mice are at play”. But let’s take this to the next step: “When the cat returns the mice …”. Jesus told a parable sort-of like this. Listen and enjoy. Copyright, Dave An…
- Episode 202: Lesson 202 : So how important is it : Luke 19:1-10
When something is important, a person will go to great lengths. To give up riches, fame and power, it certainly must have been important. This Bible story is that but more.Copyright, Dave Andrus 2023
- Episode 201: Lesson 201 : Do you see what he saw : Luke 18:35-43
A man who was blind heard Jesus was passing by. He wanted to see Jesus. Do we see what he saw?Copyright, Dave Andrus 2023
- Episode 200: Lesson 200 : Can money give you peace of mind : Luke 18:19-34
Money is necessary in our culture. It can provide many things. Can it buy peace of mind and contentment? Copyright, Dave Andrus 2023
- Episode 199: Lesson 199 : Going before God : Luke 18:1-18
As creatures of the creator, we are invited to communicate with him. How and when do we talk with the creator of the universe? Copyright, Dave Andrus 2023
- Episode 198: Lesson 198 : The kingdom of God : Luke 17:20-37
People in Jesus’ day were looking for God to come down and set up an earthly kingdom. Some were disappointed when this did not happen. How about today?Copyright, Dave Andrus 2023
- Episode 197: Lesson 197 : The third pillar of discipleship : Luke 17:11-19
In the last lesson of Luke we covered “what is a follower of Jesus?” It covered two aspects; one who forgives and serves. Today’s lesson mentions the third pillar of discipleship.Copyright, Dave Andrus 2023
- Episode 196: Lesson 196 : A holiday journey continues : Christmas 2022
Let’s continue our journey together this Christmas holiday, by use of the Bible and contemporary songs, to unwrap the origins and meaning of Christmas. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2022
- Episode 195: Lesson 195 : A holiday journey begins : Christmas 2022
Around holidays people often take a journey to see family, friends or loved ones. Let’s journey together, by use of the Bible and contemporary songs, to unwrap the origins and meaning of Christmas. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2022
- Episode 194: Lesson 194 : Follow and Serve : Luke 17:1-17
What is a follower of Jesus? It is one who forgives and serves. Today’s lesson unpacks this. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2022
- Episode 193: Lesson 193 : Heaven and Hell part two : Luke 16:16-31
Is there heaven? Is there hell? What are they like? Who goes there? These and many more questions are asked and answered.Copyright, Dave Andrus 2022
- Episode 192: Lesson 192 : Heaven and Hell part one : Luke 16:16-31
Is there heaven? Is there hell? What are they like? Who goes there? These and many more questions are asked and answered.Copyright, Dave Andrus 2022
- Episode 191: Lesson 191 : The rich and the poor : Luke 16:16-31
The people of Jesus’ day believed that the rich were rich because God favored them and that the poor were poor because God did not like them. Jesus told a story to demonstrate this is not true. It also carries a spiritual twist.Copyr…
- Episode 190: Lesson 190 : God and money : Luke 16:1-15
Whether today or in Jesus’ day, money and God sometimes clash. Jesus gives us a parable to help us understand God’s view on money. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2022
- Episode 189: Lesson 189 : Celebrate : Luke 15:1-32
Jesus told three parables to demonstrate and explain why he, Jesus would eat with the high and lofty as well as the low and despicable. The same holds true with us. no matter who we are, Jesus cares about us. Copyright, Dave Andrus 20…
- Episode 188: Lesson 188 :Counting the cost : Luke 14:25-35
Jesus used two earthly examples of counting the cost before doing something. He did this so we might Understand what is entailed in following him. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2022
- Episode 187: Lesson 187 : A lot happens at a meal : Luke 14:1-24
Did you ever notice that while eating food, when several humans are together, conversations, discussions, and viewpoints are shared? And so while eating, Jesus shared some of his most important teachings. Copyright, Dave Andrus…
- Episode 186: Lesson 186 : The paths of life : Luke 13:18-35
Just as there are many roads in any given town or city, so there are many roads or paths in life. Which one leads to heaven? Which one should I take?Copyright, Dave Andrus 2022
- Episode 185: Lesson 185 : When life kicks you : Luke 13:1-17
It happens to everyone. When least expected, life can kick you, and it really hurts. At these times we often ask, “Where is God?” Jesus speaks about this in today’s lesson.Copyright, Dave Andrus 2022