In this episode of Arise+Abide, Sally and Curtis reflect on Psalm 119:105-112, the section marked Nun, exploring how God's Word serves as both light and lifeline in life’s darkest and most uncertain moments. They discuss the imagery of walking through darkness and the necessity of divine guidance to avoid the traps set by the enemy. With insights from Deuteronomy and the Gospel of John, the conversation highlights the beauty of covenant—our promise to follow God and His promise to sustain and treasure us. Even when life hangs in the balance, His light never goes out.

In this episode of Arise and Abide, Curtis and Sally reflect on Amos 8 and the vision of a basket of ripe fruit, symbolizing that Israel is ripe for judgment. They explore God's patience through previous visions and the shift to final warning as Israel’s injustices and spiritual apathy reach a breaking point. The discussion highlights how God sees the hidden sins of dishonest gain and empty religious observance, and how His justice brings both accountability and the opportunity for repentance. Curtis and Sally connect this prophetic message to the spiritual famine Amos describes—a longing for the Word of the Lord—and point to Jesus as the ultimate fulfillment of God’s presence and sustenance.

In this episode of Arise + Abide, Curtis and Sally reflect on Psalm 119:97–104, a passage rich with the psalmist’s love for God’s Word. They explore the benefits of meditating on Scripture—gaining wisdom beyond enemies, teachers, and elders—and the joy of walking in obedience. Curtis highlights the continuity between Old and New Covenants, pointing to Jesus' teachings as the fulfillment and embodiment of God’s law. Sally emphasizes the contrast between false and true ways of life, grounding her thoughts in Jesus’ identity as the Way, the Truth, and the Life. Together, they point to the transforming power of God’s Word and the call to live out His truth through love and action.