Discover the Word

Mart DeHaan, Elisa Morgan, Bill Crowder, Brian Hettinga and Daniel Ryan Day

Joseph’s Role In The Christmas Story

December 18, 2018

Any man would be angry and brokenhearted to learn that his fiancée was pregnant—and he’s not the father. And today on Discover the Word, we look at the role Joseph played in the Christmas story, and consider how Mary’s pregnancy put him in a painful spot. Join us today at Discover the Word!

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For many, it’s tradition to read the Christmas story aloud on Christmas Day. But not many read the loooong genealogy that begins Matthew’s account. Today on Discover the Word, we take time to look at Jesus’s family tree, for a very important reason. They’re beginning a new series called, “Embracing Christmas” today on Discover the Word!
December 17, 2018
The universe is really BIG! And when you stop to think about it, you can feel really small in comparison! Today on Discover the Word, the team, and special guest Sally Lloyd-Jones remind us that even though we’re small, God loves each of us dearly. Hear one final excerpt from Sally’s book, Thoughts to Make Your Heart Sing, today on Discover the Word!
December 14, 2018
Do you ever feel like you have to be perfect? Do you expect perfection from others?  Today on Discover the Word, the team, and special guest Sally Lloyd-Jones find comfort in the fact that no one is perfect except for God. Join us as we read another excerpt from Sally’s children’s book, Thoughts to Make Your Heart Sing. That’s coming up today on Discover the Word!
December 13, 2018
The Bible may consist of different books written by different authors, but in the end, it tells one, big, over-arching story. Today on Discover the Word, the team and special guest Sally Lloyd-Jones read an excerpt from Thoughts to Make Your Heart Sing, and discuss how stories have the power to captivate both children and adults alike. Join us today for Discover the Word!
December 12, 2018
God’s love has no restrictions, no strings attached. And there’s nothing we can do to earn it.  Today on Discover the Word, the team, and special guest Sally Lloyd-Jones discuss how to communicate God’s boundless, unconditional, never-changing love to a child. We’re talking about Sally’s book, Thoughts to Make Your Heart Sing today on Discover the Word!
December 11, 2018
We can’t always tell where God is leading us. But we can always trust that He’s taking us somewhere good.  Today on Discover the Word, the team and special guest Sally Lloyd-Jones discuss how to share this comforting truth with children. Join the group for a conversation about Sally’s children’s book, Thoughts to Make Your Heart Sing today on Discover the Word!
December 10, 2018
After King David died, Solomon began constructing a magnificent temple for God. But was it really God’s desire to have an ornate temple in the first place? And if not, whose idea was it? Well, today on Discover the Word, the team will discuss the significance of transitioning from the Tabernacle to the Temple. We’re wrapping up our series titled, “God with Us,” today on Discover the Word!
December 7, 2018
The Bible tells us that God is good, holy, all-powerful, just, merciful, and so much more. Is it possible to fathom just how great He really is? Today on Discover the Word, the team explores the meaning of the phrase, “the glory of God.” Tune in today for Discover the Word!
December 6, 2018
In the wilderness, God gave the ancient Israelites a complex system of rules and sacrifices to follow. So what was the point? Today on Discover the Word, we will discuss how the Old Testament’s system of sacrifices ultimately points to Jesus. We’ll save you a seat at the table today on Discover the Word!
December 5, 2018
God is always with us, even though we can’t see Him. And today on Discover the Word, we will show how the Tabernacle in the wilderness reminded the Israelites of God’s constant presence. What can remind us of God’s presence with us? We’re continuing our series titled, “God with Us,” today on Discover the Word!
December 4, 2018
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About Discover the Word

The Discover the Word radio program has its roots in the Radio Bible Class Daily program that began in 1980. In addition to classic messages from RBC Ministries founder Dr. M. R. DeHaan, a panel of RBC staff members and guests assembled from time to time to discuss important topics. These “Friday panel discussions” became quite popular, and a few years later the program went exclusively to the topical discussion format with Herb Vander Lugt, Jim Pittman, Ron Chadwick, and Mart DeHaan as the regular teachers. Then in 1991, Haddon Robinson and Alice Mathews joined Mart DeHaan and, in a more expositional way, worked through Bible passages to find direction for daily living. In 1998, the program became known as Discover the Word. Haddon and Alice retired from the program in 2014 and RBC Ministries' name was changed to Our Daily Bread ministries in 2015.

About Mart DeHaan, Elisa Morgan, Bill Crowder, Brian Hettinga and Daniel Ryan Day

Bill Crowder joined the Our Daily Bread Ministries staff after more than 20 years as a pastor. As vice president of teaching content, Bill works closely with Mart DeHaan providing evaluation of Our Daily Bread’s biblical content for various ministry efforts. Additionally, Bill spends much of his time in a Bible-conference ministry around the world, serving Our Daily Bread offices and their outreach to local communities. He is a contributing writer for the Our Daily Bread devotional, has written many Bible study booklets for Our Daily Bread’s Discovery Series, and has published several books with Discovery House Publishers. Bill has also spent the last several years as the on-air teaching chaplain for Our Daily Bread’s weekly national radio program Sport.org. Bill and his wife, Marlene, have five adult children and several grandchildren. To relax, Bill enjoys playing golf whenever possible and follows sports, especially the English Premier League’s Liverpool Football Club.

Elisa Morgan was named by Christianity Today as one of the top fifty women influencing today’s church and culture and is one of today’s most sought-after authors, speakers, and leaders. She has authored over fifteen books on mothering, spiritual formation, and evangelism, including The Beauty of Broken, She Did What She Could and The NIV Mom’s Devotional Bible. She currently authors a blog under the title, Really. In fall of 2015, her newest book will release: Hello, Beauty Full: Seeing Yourself as God Sees You. For twenty years, Elisa Morgan served as CEO of MOPS International (www.mops.org). Elisa is married to Evan (senior vice president of global ministry efforts for Our Daily Bread Ministries) and has two grown children and two grandchildren who live near her in Denver, Colorado. Wilson and Darla, her two Rottweilers, take her on walks in the open space behind her house.

Mart DeHaan is the grandson of Our Daily Bread founder, Dr. M. R. DeHaan, and the son of former president Richard W. DeHaan.

Having served at Our Daily Bread Ministries for over 35 years, Mart is heard regularly on the Discover the Word radio program and seen on Day of Discovery television. Mart often explores the Bible lands on the Day of Discovery television program, leading viewers through the places where Jesus walked and brings the stories and message of the Bible to life. Mart is also a contributing writer for the Our Daily Bread devotional, the Discovery Series booklets, and a monthly column and blog on timely issues called “Been Thinking About”. He and his wife, Diane, have two adult children. Mart enjoys spending time outdoors, whether fishing or playing golf.

Brian Hettinga has been in broadcasting for over 30 years.  His first “real job” when he got his driver’s license at age 16 was working nights and weekends at a Christian station in northern Wisconsin (WRVM). Brian graduated from Grand Rapids School of the Bible and Music in 1981 and stayed to coach basketball and serve as the Program Director at the school’s radio station for a number of years. He has been with Our Daily Bread Ministries for over 20 years, working with several programs including Discover the Word, Sports Spectrum, Sounds of the Times, and Campus Journal. Brian and his wife Kim have been married since 1982 and have three children. He still enjoys playing basketball and golf.

Daniel Ryan Day is a podcaster, writer, speaker, blogger, husband, and father whose insights bring a fresh voice to Discover the Word. He’s authored Ten Days Without, a book that raises awareness for social needs around the world, and What’s Next, which offers hope and practical wisdom for readers who are struggling to figure out their next step in their education, career, or ministry.

Daniel has spoken at many events, including non-profit staff retreats, conferences, and high school spiritual retreats, among others. He holds a Master’s Degree in Theology from Fuller Theological Seminary and is the Senior Producer and Editor of Digital Content at Our Daily Bread Ministries. He is married to his high school sweetheart, Rebecca, and they have three kiddos. He is often found in the studio noodling around on the keyboard and playing with special effects.

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