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The Psalms! by Grace Freeman and David Butler. These are some of the most hopeful chapters of scripture. This week Psalms 1-46

When life feels overwhelming, where do you turn?

This week on Don't Miss This, David Butler and Grace Freeman Smith explore Psalms 49–86, focusing on heartfelt prayers of lament, petition, hope, and trust. From David's plea for mercy in Psalm 51 to the comforting reminder that God keeps every tear, these Psalms teach us that bringing our sorrow to God is an act of faith—not weakness.
Whether you're carrying grief, regret, anxiety, or simply searching for hope, these scriptures remind us that God draws near, hears our prayers, and transforms our hardest moments into something holy.

⏱️ Chapters
0:00 – Welcome & Summer of Psalms Part 2
2:12 – Why lament is an expression of faith
5:15 – Psalm 55: Cast your burdens upon the Lord
9:42 – Psalm 51: The Passover, repentance & being made clean
17:40 – David's greatest regret and God's mercy
24:08 – Psalm 61: When my heart is overwhelmed
29:18 – God is my Rock (Psalm 62)
33:02 – Psalm 56: God collects every tear
39:36 – Psalm 57: Refuge beneath His wings
46:58 – Psalm 84: The Valley of Baca becomes a well
55:12 – Turning your pain into blessings for others
1:02:21 – Psalm 73: Draw near to God
1:09:33 – Psalm 86: God is ready to forgive
1:15:18 – Psalm 77: When hope is gone
1:24:35 – Final thoughts & New Testament preview

📖 Scriptures Discussed
Psalm 51
Psalm 55
Psalm 56
Psalm 57
Psalm 61
Psalm 62
Psalm 73
Psalm 77
Psalm 84
Psalm 86

💬 Key Takeaways
Lament is not the absence of faith—it is faith in action.
God invites us to cast every burden upon Him.
Even our greatest regrets can become stories of redemption.
God knows every tear and never forgets our sorrow.
When our hearts are overwhelmed, Christ is our Rock.
The valleys we walk through today can become wells that bless others tomorrow.
Hope is never truly gone when we remember who God is.

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NOW I SEE GOD by Grace Freeman Smith & David Butler

In this episode of Don’t Miss This, Dave Butler and Grace Freeman study the book of Esther, one of the Bible's most remarkable stories of courage, faith, and redemption. Although God's name is never mentioned in the book, His hand can be seen on every page as He quietly prepares people and circumstances to bring about deliverance. Esther reminds us that even when the Lord seems absent, He is still writing a story of hope.

As Queen Vashti, Mordecai, and Esther each make courageous choices, the discussion explores how God often works through ordinary people who are willing to trust Him. From unexpected opportunities to faithful friendships and timely acts of courage, every moment reveals that the Lord is present in ways we may only recognize when we look back. The story invites us to reflect on where we have already seen God's hand in our own lives.

The episode also highlights Mordecai's famous reminder that Esther may have come "for such a time as this," encouraging us to trust that God has been preparing us long before we realize what lies ahead. Rather than calling only a few people to great acts of service, the Lord invites each of us to participate in quiet rescues, strengthening and lifting those He has placed in our path.

Above all, the story of Esther points to Jesus Christ, whose redeeming power turns mourning into joy and fear into hope. Just as the decree of death was reversed and became a day of celebration, the gospel promises that every sorrow can one day be transformed. Because of Christ, our story is never finished on its hardest day. The Lord is still at work, leading us toward the good day He has prepared.

Chapters:
00:00 Welcoming new and returning viewers
06:14 Uniqueness of the Book of Esther
09:39 Queen Vashti's defiance and beauty
11:38 Vashti's Humiliation and Rescue Story
14:00 Introducing Esther and Mordecai
20:06 Esther's influence and learning from Mordecai
21:14 Reflecting on life with faith
25:28 Finding God in Mom's Support
28:14 Community reactions to shocking news
32:13 Esther's Urgent Call to Action
33:43 Esther's pivotal moment of action
37:44 Valuing every individual's role
42:15 Relationship and career crossroads
46:17 Esther's courageous approach to the king
48:48 Haman's parade for Mordecai
50:52 Mordecai's Surprising Turn of Fate
54:19 Finding hope in tough times
57:27 Social media and goodbye

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In this episode of Don’t Miss This, Dave Butler and Grace Freeman study Ezra and Nehemiah, following Israel's return from exile as they begin the long work of rebuilding Jerusalem, the temple, and their covenant relationship with God. These chapters remind us that every story of faith includes moments of starting again, and that the Lord is always ready to welcome His people home.

As the people lay the temple's foundation, face opposition, and press forward despite discouragement, they discover that rebuilding rarely happens all at once. Faith grows one step at a time through small, consistent acts of devotion, even when progress feels slow. Again and again, scripture reminds us that the good hand of God is upon His people, strengthening them as they continue the work He has called them to do.

This episode also highlights the role of prophets in times of rebuilding. Through the words of Ezra, Nehemiah, Haggai, and Zechariah, we see that God's servants encourage, strengthen, and remind His people of who they truly are. Rather than being defined by past mistakes, the Lord invites us to accept His new decree over our lives and move forward with faith, courage, and joy.

Above all, Ezra and Nehemiah testify that rebuilding is not a story of shame but of hope. The joy of the Lord becomes our strength as we remember His goodness, recognize His hand in our lives, and choose once again to walk with Him. No matter where we begin, His gracious hand is always reaching out, inviting us to build something beautiful with Him.

Chapters:
00:00 INTRO
05:45 Ezra 1: Cyrus' decree to return
11:24 Experiencing renewed faith
21:22 Laying the temple's foundation
26:30 Reflecting on love and grief
32:16 Scripture study and personal growth
33:43 Addressing daily frustrations
42:24 Jews' Reputation with Persian King
49:09 Role of prophets in scripture
51:34 The good hand of God
58:25 Praising and Worshiping Together
01:01:25 The joy of spiritual commitments
01:06:58 Observing the Feast of Booths
01:12:19 Creating a personalized teaching blueprint

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