Starting Right

When life's storms rage all around you, where do you turn for peace? This episode of Starting Right with Danny Mac dives deep into Hope Darst's powerful worship anthem "Peace Be Still," exploring bot…

Have you ever stumbled across those hilarious compilations of things kids say? Today's episode dives into the delightful world of children's biblical misunderstandings that will leave you both laughi…

Have you ever felt like nobody loves you and everybody hates you? That childhood poem about eating worms captures those moments when rejection feels overwhelming and we struggle to feel accepted or v…

What does true perfection look like? A father of a child with learning disabilities challenges our understanding with a profound question at a school fundraiser. Rather than measuring perfection thro…

Have you ever wondered if you're placing invisible limits on what God can do in your life? Today's reflection uses a fascinating scientific experiment with fleas to illuminate a powerful spiritual tr…

Originally broadcast May 15, 2023

A mother's prayers echo through generations, creating ripples of faith that often go unseen but never unfelt.Today's episode explores how mothers pass down spiritual …

Ever wonder why some people seem unshakable despite life's storms while others topple under the slightest pressure? The answer might surprise you, and it comes from an unexpected scientific experimen…

Expectations have the remarkable power to shape our reality, often determining what we experience more than our actual circumstances. Have you ever wondered why two people can go through identical si…

Ever gotten so angry at someone that all you wanted was justice? That burning desire for retribution is something we all experience. In today's episode, Johnny Mac (filling in for his father Danny) v…

Have you ever realized how many people you call "friends," yet how few you'd actually trust with your deepest secrets? That tension forms the heart of today's reflection on true friendship and burden…

What mountains are you facing today? What chains feel impossible to break? This episode dives into the powerful message behind CeCe Winans' song "Believe For It," revealing the life-changing truth th…

Have you ever found yourself chasing dreams and opportunities far away while overlooking treasures right beneath your feet? Today's reflection centers on the timeless parable of "Acres of Diamonds," …

What would you say is the most important thing in your life? A recent American university survey revealed shocking priorities: children first, followed by pets, cell phones, and—only in fourth place—…

Have you ever experienced that electric moment when familiar Scripture suddenly illuminates with new meaning? In this intimate five-minute devotional, I share how two verses from Psalm 37 recently ca…

What happens when we can't stop looking backward? The historic showdown between Roger Bannister and John Landy—the first two men to break the four-minute mile—provides a powerful metaphor for life an…

The name of Jesus carries transformative power that breaks chains, heals wounds, and offers salvation unlike any other force in existence. Today's Music Monday explores the remarkable story behind th…

We've all seen those ubiquitous "Keep Calm" signs that have evolved from the original wartime message into countless variations. But long before this modern phenomenon, Moses delivered the ultimate "…

The fear of missing out—FOMO—has evolved from a casual phrase to a genuine psychological concern that's leaving many feeling perpetually dissatisfied with their lives. In today's episode of Starting …

Frederick Robertson's powerful words set the tone for today's reflection: "What you have done for Christ—that and only that is who you are and what will last." The challenge stands before us—will we …

What can a 3,000-year-old poem teach us about facing life's challenges? The 23rd Psalm—arguably the most recognized passage in the Bible—reveals extraordinary insights when we understand the journey …