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Light of Christ Radio
by Pastors Tom & Paula Graves
Light of Christ Radio is a radio and audio podcast ministry to reach people world wide with the Good News of Jesus Christ through Biblical storytelling.
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Made Whole by Forgiveness
The healing of the paralytic shows that spiritual restoration is foundational. Forgiveness releases us from guilt and shame, opening the door to total healing. Seven coordinating blogs begin here: https://lightofchristjourney.com/2026/06/14/wholeness-through-divine-intervention/ A video of the story can be viewed here: https://youtu.be/xvAburoEpKc
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Called to Wholeness Through Faith
The story of Zacchaeus reveals that wholeness begins when we trust Jesus' authority, leave what binds us, and respond to His call. Seven coordinating blogs begin here: https://lightofchristjourney.com/?p=22300 A video of the story can be viewed here: https://youtu.be/HPHk2gV8o8A
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Transitions Follow Transformation
Saul's story shows us that before God transitions our lives, He transforms our hearts. Real transition stars inside. Seven coordinating blogs begin here: https://lightofchristjourney.com/2026/05/31/when-god-interrupts-our-direction/ A video of the story can be viewed here: https://youtu.be/5TVYCvsSFJs
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Pentecost: The Church in Transition
Pentecost transitions the disciples into world changers and demonstrates how God empowers us for new assignments. Seven coordinating blogs begin here: https://lightofchristjourney.com/?p=22153 A video of the story can be viewed here: https://youtu.be/oBEtHlcBwLc
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Ascension: Jesus and the Disciples in Transition
The Ascension marks a turning point. Jesus leaves physically so the disciples can lead spiritually. Transition always pushes us from comfort to calling. Seven coordinating blogs begin here: https://lightofchristjourney.com/2026/05/17/jesus-opened-their-minds/ A video of the story can be viewed here: https://youtu.be/fsxmfqLNNCg
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When Transition is Difficult
Not all transitions are chosen. Ruth shows us how God works through grief, confusion, and loss to bring us into His bigger story. God is working in the dark places. What feels like an ending is often the beginning of redemption. Seven coordinating blogs begin here: https://lightofchristjourney.com/?p=21937 A video of the story can be viewed here: https://youtu.be/2za4nSef9Ww
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Be Strong and Courageous
Transition requires spiritual strength and divine assurance. God tells Joshua to be strong and courageous three times. Courage isn't the absence of fear; it's trusting God enough to move anyway. Seven coordinating blogs begin here: https://lightofchristjourney.com/2026/05/03/when-a-chapter-closes/ A video of the story can be viewed here: https://youtu.be/wS6WKGfT9nE
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Trusting God in the Transition
The Red Sea moment teaches us that God does His greatest work when our situation looks impossible. Trust turns red seas into roads. Seven coordinating blogs begin here: https://lightofchristjourney.com/?p=21849 A video of the story can be viewed here: https://youtu.be/wcJfGrl4yRo
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God in the Midst of Change
God doesn't call you because you're ready. He calls you because He is. This kind of transition begins with God promising to be with you. Seven coordinating blogs begin here: https://lightofchristjourney.com/2026/04/19/god-can-use-past-failures/ A video of the story can be viewed here: https://youtu.be/UdnaKgn6ups
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When God Says Go
Sometimes God moves us before He explains why, teaching us faith in motion. When God says "go," He's not trying to take something from you but trying to give you something greater. Seven coordinating blogs begin here: https://lightofchristjourney.com/2026/04/12/gods-transitions-require-obedience/ A video of the story can be viewed here: https://youtu.be/ScCWkmnEITI
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Foreshadowing of the Resurrection
The resurrected Jesus explained how the Scripture told that the Messiah would suffer, die, and be resurrected. Seven coordinating blogs begin here: https://lightofchristjourney.com/2026/04/05/can-we-believe-the-resurrection/ A video of the story can be viewed here: https://youtu.be/zIq2GVugfjM
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The Festival of Tabernacles
The Festival of Tabernacles remembered how God had been present with the nation during the Exodus and looked forward to a time when this would happen again. Seven coordinating blogs begin here: https://lightofchristjourney.com/2026/03/29/godspresence-with-his-people/ A video of the story can be viewed here: https://youtu.be/TG0p8QpPRW0
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The Festivals of Trumpets & Day of Atonement
A blowing of the trumpet announced the 10 Days of Awe. This was a time of soul searching and repentance to prepare for the Day of Atonement. There, the people's sins were forgiven through the scapegoat and a sacrifice of a goat. Seven coordinating blogs begin here: https://lightofchristjourney.com/2026/03/22/the-days-of-awe/ A video of the story can be viewed here: https://youtu.be/sEfUjfouvYw
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The Festival of Pentecost
God instituted the Festival of Pentecost in the Old Testament. It was a new beginning for the freed Hebrew slaves and foreshadowed a new beginning for the church. Seven coordinating blogs begin here: https://lightofchristjourney.com/2026/03/15/festival-of-weeks-shavuot-or-pentecost/ A video of the story can be viewed here: https://youtu.be/qExLi2ioc7Y
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The Festival of First Fruits
God commanded that the Israelites offer a sheaf of the new harvest to guarantee the rest of the harvest. Jesus was the first fruit from the dead that guarantee's our resurrection. Seven coordinating blogs begin here: https://lightofchristjourney.com/2026/03/08/the-first-fruits-principle-2/ A video of this story can be viewed here: https://youtu.be/Lk092aPPoCk
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The Festival of Unleavened Bread
In the Festival of Unleavened Bread, the people would remove the yeast from their homes. Yeast is a symbol of sin, and Jesus came to remove our sin. Seven coordinating blogs begin here: https://lightofchristjourney.com/2026/03/01/ready-to-roll-2/ A video of the story can be viewed here: https://youtu.be/dyl_R1pKBp0
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The Festival of Passover
Just as God used the first Passover to free His people from Egypt, Jesus used the Passover to put the New Covenant in place for our salvation Seven coordinating blogs begin here: https://lightofchristjourney.com/2026/02/22/holidays-with-a-purpose-2/ A video of the story can be viewed here:https://youtu.be/R6SXw3g9wc8
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Jesus Said I Am the Way, the Truth, and the Life
Jesus again reveals His identity and purpose to His disciples only hours before His crucifixion. Seven coordinating blogs begin here: https://lightofchristjourney.com/2026/02/15/a-new-commandment-love-one-another/ A video of this story can be viewed here: https://youtu.be/lqbx0tiJGHw
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Jesus Said I Am the Resurrection and the Life
Jesus reassured Martha that He was the resurrection and the life. This was during her grief over Lazarus's death. Seven coordinating blogs begin here: https://lightofchristjourney.com/2026/02/08/jesus-has-a-divine-timetable/ A video of the story: https://youtu.be/hk_Oz1d-wNY
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Jesus Said I Am the Good Shepherd
As Jesus was trying to explain His identity to the Jewish leadership, He used the imagery of being a shepherd. This not only explains who He is, but what His purpose is. Seven coordinating blogs begin here: https://lightofchristjourney.com/?p=20836 A video of this story can be viewed here: https://youtu.be/8tdzG9FbLjo
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Jesus Said I Am the Gate
After Jesus gave sight to a blind man, the Jewish leadership complained. Jesus used the image of a sheep gate to explain His purpose. Seven coordinating blogs begin here: https://lightofchristjourney.com/2026/01/25/true-sight-begins-with-jesus/ A video of the text can be viewed here: https://youtu.be/jyXql0B8Scw
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Jesus Said I Am the Light of the World
Jesus is the light that overcomes darkness and guides our way. Seven coordinating blogs begin here: https://lightofchristjourney.com/2026/01/18/water-libation-tradition/ A video of the text can be viewed here: https://youtu.be/znx4p0Rd5fA
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Jesus Said I Am the Bread of Life
Jesus described Himself as the Bread of Life. He is the one who sustains us and satisfies the longing of our souls. Seven coordinating blogs begin here: https://lightofchristjourney.com/2026/01/11/temptation-of-the-temporal/ A video of the story can be viewed here: https://youtu.be/VU_-3GbMvoc
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The Gift of Seeking
God gave the wise men the gift of seeking Jesus after they viewed the star for the newborn King of the Jews. Seven coordinating blogs begin here: https://lightofchristjourney.com/?p=20550 A video of the story can be viewed here: https://youtu.be/M6Q-Ns67rQU
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The Gifts of Praise
Simeon and Anna praise the newborn Jesus at the Temple and tell of what He will do. Seven coordinating blogs begin here: https://lightofchristjourney.com/2025/12/28/obedience-can-be-worship/ A video of the story can be viewed here: https://youtu.be/NY1_PgY7ceE
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The Gift of Dreams
God gave Joseph multiple dreams to keep the baby Jesus safe. God can still give dreams today to guide us. Seven coordinating blogs begin here: https://lightofchristjourney.com/2025/12/21/choosing-the-path-of-grace/ A video of the text can be viewed here: https://youtu.be/dIp2Az6dNDg
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The Gift of Song
Zechariah breaks a nine-month silence with a song of praise to God. Seven coordinating blogs begin here: https://lightofchristjourney.com/2025/12/14/trusting-gods-wisdom/ A video of the story can be viewed here: https://youtu.be/oZWAp4RTO7w
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The Gift of Relationships
God gives us the gift of relationships. The story of the announcement of the birth of Jesus demonstrates our relationship with God. The story of Mary meeting with Elizabeth shows the gift of a relationship with others. Seven coordinating blogs begin here: https://lightofchristjourney.com/2025/12/07/god-can-use-ordinary-people/ A video of the stories can be viewed here: https://youtu.be/owzmR9i_gYk
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The Gift of Children
Zechariah had a surprising visit from an angel, who delivered an unexpected message. Even though he and his wife, Elizabeth, were old, they would have a child. Seven coordinating blogs begin here: https://lightofchristjourney.com/2025/11/30/being-faithful-during-trials/ A video of this story can be viewed here: https://youtu.be/a8xPy6od5X8
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Following Jesus into Battle
The Apostle Paul gave the Ephesian church and us an analogy to describe what God has given to enable us to fight spiritual battles. Seven coordinating blogs begin here: https://lightofchristjourney.com/2025/11/23/you-are-in-a-spiritual-battle-4/ A video of the text can be viewed here: https://youtu.be/d05NB5AHtqA
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Discipled to Make Disciples
Jesus had taught His disciples for three years. Now, as Jesus ascends back to heaven, He gives instructions for His disciples to wait for the power of the Holy Spirit so they can go make disciples. Seven coordinating blogs begin here: https://lightofchristjourney.com/?p=19966 A video of this story can be viewed here: https://youtu.be/ETABegHoMjo
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When the Road Gets Hard
The night before His crucifixion, Jesus gave His disciples a warning. He warned them that the world would hate them because it hates Him. But they are to remain faithful. Seven coordinating blogs begin here: https://lightofchristjourney.com/?p=19878 A video of the story can be viewed here: https://youtu.be/Ht550bG2ycQ
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Becoming Like Jesus
As Jesus taught His disciples, He used Himself as the one they should model themselves after. They were to love others as He loved them. Seven coordinating blogs begin here: https://lightofchristjourney.com/?p=19740 A video of this story can be viewed here: https://youtu.be/qAg8bHJJaS0
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The Cost of Discipleship
Jesus called His disciples to follow Him, but He also told them to count the cost. This is still true for us today. Seven coordinating blogs begin here: https://lightofchristjourney.com/2025/10/26/the-cost-of-following-jesus/ A video of the story can be viewed here: https://youtu.be/NULkG7OE_dE
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Sent Out Two by Two
Jesus gave His disciples instructions to go out by pairs to preach that the Kingdom of God is near. They were amazed at the healings that took place. Seven coordinating blogs begin here: https://lightofchristjourney.com/2025/10/19/paired-for-parnership/ A video of the story can be viewed here: https://youtu.be/3dTMygLTAak
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The Consequences of Not Following
Jesus called His disciples to follow Him. As He taught them, He warned them and us of the consequences of not following. Seven coordinating blogs begin here: https://lightofchristjourney.com/2025/10/12/unmasking-the-hypocrisy/ A video of the text can be viewed here: https://youtu.be/R9eb8MYomUA
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Learning From Parables
After Jesus called His disciple to follow, He taught them with Parables. As followers of Jesus, we too, learn from these parables. Seven coordinating blogs begin here: https://lightofchristjourney.com/2025/10/05/ever-hearing-but-never-understanding/ A video of the story can be viewed here: https://youtu.be/2WRv0UP70vw
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Called to be Salt and LIght
Jesus set the ideal of discipleship and explained that He came to fulfill this and enable His followers to do the same. Seven coordinating blogs begin here: https://lightofchristjourney.com/2025/09/28/jesus-teachings-radically-reorient-our-worldview/ A video of the text can be viewed here: https://youtu.be/GUTKPETTzeM
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The Radical Reorientation
Jesus called His disciples to radically reorient their lives to follow Him. Today, we have the same call to follow Him. Seven coordinating blogs begin here: https://lightofchristjourney.com/?p=19251 A video of the story can be viewed here: https://youtu.be/ssnu77LmI-M
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Abraham: Faithful to the End
God's plans for Abraham unfolded beyond comprehension. While Abraham's faith journey had its ups and downs, Abraham remained faithful to the end. Seven blogs begin here: https://lightofchristjourney.com/2025/09/14/living-a-fulfilling-life/ A video of the story can be viewed here: https://youtu.be/_ZmowZIYQvo
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A Journey Through Grief and Hope
Abraham, in his grief over Sarah's death, demonstrated a blend of sorrow and respect that honors her memory. Seven coordinating blogs begin here: https://lightofchristjourney.com/2025/09/07/navigating-the-tears-of-grief/ A video of the story can be viewed here: https://youtu.be/iaYKzzUcwA0
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Trusting God Beyond Understanding
God tested Abraham's faith by asking him to sacrifice his son, Isaac. This command challenged the very foundation of Abraham's hopes and promises. Seven coordinating blogs begin here: https://lightofchristjourney.com/2025/08/31/when-our-faith-is-tested/ A video of the story can be viewed here: https://youtu.be/pBX-NF2CQ-Y
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God's Faithfulness in Our Lives
God was faithful to His promise of a son to Abraham and Sarah. But God's plan often unfolds in unexpected ways and in God's timing, not ours. Seven coordinating blogs begin here: https://lightofchristjourney.com/2025/08/24/god-is-faithful/ A video of the story can be viewed here: https://youtu.be/9hc6tyJ4Lt0
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When Fear Leads to Deceit
Abraham's fear of Abimelech causes him to misrepresent Sarah as his sister, leading to complications and consequences. Seven coordinating blogs begin here: https://lightofchristjourney.com/2025/08/17/relapsing-into-my-sin/ A video of the story can be viewed here: https://youtu.be/-V9MS2Mk1zs
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Divine Judgment and Human Choices
The story of Sodom and Gomorrah shows how moral decay can lead to destruction. Our individual choices, like Lot, have profound implications for our lives and for those around us. Seven coordinating blogs begin here: https://lightofchristjourney.com/?p=18683 A video of the story can be viewed here: https://youtu.be/xaS6RVOvNGo
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Interceding Like Abraham
We learn the power and importance of intercessory prayer in the story of Abraham pleading with God to spare Sodom and Gomorrah. Seven coordinating blogs begin here: https://lightofchristjourney.com/2025/08/03/gods-transparency-and-friendship/ A video of the story can be viewed here: https://youtu.be/eHOPi_lnOk0
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Laughter and Doubt
God visits Abraham and Sarah to promise them a son. This visit reveals their disbelief and illustrates how God meets us in our skepticism, calling us to step out in faith. Seven coordinating blogs begin here: https://lightofchristjourney.com/2025/07/27/the-lord-comes-to-us/ A video of the story can be viewed here: https://youtu.be/e09d-3WBDEk
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Covenant: God's Promise of Faithfulness
God establishes a covenant with Abram, highlighting His commitment to His people despite their flaws. Seven coordinating blogs begin here: https://lightofchristjourney.com/2025/07/20/god-almighty/ A video of the story can be viewed here: https://youtu.be/F8UVBP2_-Jg
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When We Take Matters into Our Own Hands
Sarai, feeling impatient for God's promise of a child, persuaded Abram to have a child with Hagar. This led to conflict in their relationship with the family and with God. Seven coordinating blogs begin here: https://lightofchristjourney.com/2025/07/13/when-reason-collides-with-faith/ A video of the story can be viewed here: https://youtu.be/Wmb5f7gJ2ZY
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Faith in the Darkness
Abram questioned God about the truth of His promises. God responded by a tangible act of making a covenant. Seven coordinating blogs begin here: https://lightofchristjourney.com/2025/07/06/god-speaks-to-us/ A video of this text can be viewed here: https://youtu.be/RL4Yrs2P5Fg
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Light of Christ Radio is a radio and audio podcast ministry to reach people world wide with the Good News of Jesus Christ through Biblical storytelling.
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Pastors Tom & Paula Graves
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