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Ring of Truth
Hosted by Pastor Dan Sexton · EN
Ring of Truth is the radio and podcast ministry of Pastor Dan Sexton of Calvary Chapel Ellicott City. In each episode Pastor Dan teaches verse by verse through the Word of God.
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Friday July 24, 2026
2w ago00:26:00Tap to summarizeFriends, this is going to be a tough message! The blessings that God pours out on the nation of Israel are many. But that’s only one side of the story. Sadly, there are SUBSTANTIAL implications and curses when the nation of Israel chose to forsake God. As Pastor Dan has been teaching verse by verse through the twenty-eighth chapter of Deuteronomy, we’ve seen SO MANY of the blessings…today, not so much. Today, Dan will share all the awful consequences that Israel faced when…not if…WHEN they chose to disobey Him and break the covenant that He made with them.
Transcribe →Thursday July 23, 2026
2w ago00:26:00Tap to summarizeImagine you’ve got a torn ACL and you’re scheduled for surgery with the best orthopedic surgeon in the world. You arrive at the surgery center early, and you whip out your kitchen knife and offer to “help” the surgeon fix your ACL. LOLOL. This is nonsense, right!?!?!? Of course! You would never do that. You would trust the person who KNOWS what they're doing. Today, Pastor Dan shows us that many of us approach God as we KNOW better…like we can do what it takes to fulfill the covenant that God has made with us. It has been, and will always be, based upon the finished work of Jesus Christ and His work on the cross!
Transcribe →Wednesday July 22, 2026
3w ago00:26:00Tap to summarizeIF is a BIG word. Imagine a door with hinges that swing in both directions. You can push that door in either direction, and it will open to you. Today, Pastor Dan will share with us that the Old Covenant that God gave His people was just like that double-swinging door…IF they did this, THEN this or that would happen. IF the nation of Israel would DO the various things that God commanded them, THEN they would receive His blessings. IF they DID NOT obey Him, they WOULD NOT experience His blessings.
Transcribe →Tuesday July 21, 2026
3w ago00:26:00Tap to summarizeGrowing up, did the threat of getting something taken away cause you to behave? The thought of losing your treat after dinner or not getting to go out with your friends compelled you to obey… but not all the time. There were moments where the threat of consequences didn’t outweigh your actions of disobedience. The same can be said about Israel. Today, Pastor Dan shares how the threat of curses didn’t deter Israel from disobeying God’s commandments because of their sin nature.
Transcribe →Monday July 20, 2026
3w ago00:26:00Tap to summarizeHave you ever questioned the legitimacy of the bible? You read the stories and think, " Did that actually happen”? You are not alone; in fact, you can probably go online and find an argument about this very thing! Today, Pastor Dan shares that the events and stories in the Bible are, in fact, true. Dan breaks down multiple archaeological findings that are tied to events in the Bible. This is encouraging and can strengthen your ability to proclaim that the Bible is a real book about real people living in real places.
Transcribe →Friday July 17, 2026
3w ago00:26:00Tap to summarizeThere are moments in our lives that are hard. It could be problems at home or at work, or a struggle to feel a sense of worth. In these moments, they breed frustration and resentment, and the last thing we feel is joyful. But God shares something we can always rejoice in, no matter the situation. In today’s message, Pastor Dan focuses your attention on God and His goodness, and not your feelings. You can rejoice in God because of what He acomplished thorough His Son’s sacrifice on the Cross.
Transcribe →Thursday July 16, 2026
3w ago00:26:00Tap to summarizeWhen God blesses you, do you acknowledge Him? There are so many things that get taken for granted that are blessings, like waking up the next day, being healthy, or just getting to genuine rest from a busy work week. To some, this is just another mediocre day, but if you believe in the goodness and faithfulness of God, these are wonderful gifts that you get to experience on a daily basis. In today’s message, Pastor Dan points us to how Israel acknowledged God in all the ways He blessed them.
Transcribe →Wednesday July 15, 2026
4w ago00:26:00Tap to summarizeWhen you receive a gift, the typical response is to say thank you! That is the norm in society. What if you receive a gift that is unexpected or surpasses your expectations? Your gratitude tends to grow. You show more affection to the person who gave you that incredible present. The greatest gift we could ever receive comes from the Lord, and our response should replicate that. In today’s message, Pastor Dan shares that when God blesses you, your response should be one of unrelenting praise and rejoicing!
Transcribe →Tuesday July 14, 2026
4w ago00:26:00Tap to summarizeIs there a moment in time you wish you could bottle up forever? It could be a time spent with close friends, your wedding day, or seeing your child take their first steps. These are the moments that left a lasting impression on you, so much so that you want them to last a lifetime. Well, there is a moment that you can experience that will surpass this lifetime and will remain with you forever. In today’s message, Pastor Dan encourages you that when you place your faith in Jesus, you will have everlasting life.
Transcribe →Monday July 13, 2026
4w ago00:26:00Tap to summarizeThe common phrase “comparison is the thief of joy” rings in my head whenever I try to look at others and compare my life to theirs. It’s so easy to think that just because they did or didn’t do something, I’m better than them. In today’s message, Pastor Dan says that Jesus should be your standard of living. Don’t look left and right at others and compare yourself to them. You will not be judged on “if you were better than someone else or not.” You will be judged on how closely you follow the commands of Jesus.
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