Take 10 with Pastor Don: Recent Episodes
Don McGarvey
In this short podcast long-time pastor and Bible teacher, Don McGarvey, shares stories and Biblical content to encourage, teach and lead you into a growing and vibrant walk with God.
Pastor Don tells amazing stories about how God is working in the world and how He wants to work in your life.
It’s easy to blame others instead of taking responsibility for our own mistakes. That’s today’s topic on Take 10 with Pastor Don.
What can the story of Zaccheus tell us today? Pastor Don explains in this Take 10 episode.
Some think the Old Testament is only about vengeance but Pastor Don outlines the wonderful grace and mercy contained there.
How many ways are there to get to heaven? Listen to this latest podcast from Pastor Don.
Ever feel stuck in a rut? Or are you someone who doesn’t want anything to ever change. Listen to this episode where Pastor Don talks about making one little change.
Pastor Don encourages us to analyze what we put up with in our lives, and what to do about it.
Are you burdened with emotional baggage, worrying about your circumstances or those of someone you love? Pastor Don has some great advice.
Have you ever been wounded by a family member, maybe your mom or dad? Pastor Don shares about what it may take to learn from those experiences and move forward.
Hear about the beginning of Mother’s Day and how the woman who started it turned against the holiday.
It doesn’t matter how many years you’ve followed God, we still need to guard our hearts from bitterness and I forgiveness.
Pastor Don explains the reasons why Jesus willingly died and how we benefit from this sacrifice.
Many believers struggle to hear God speaking. But Don gives a few reasons why we may not be able to hear God’s voice, and how to change that.
Are you naturally good with power tools or as Don shares, fearful of even going into a hardware store? No matter which one you are, God has a makeover for you.
Have you ever admitted being disappointed with God? Listen to Don share a recent time when he realized he was disappointed with how God was handling circumstances in his life.
What is Jesus doing right now? Pastor Don explains at least one thing we know Jesus is accomplishing right this moment.
Have you received an answer to a question you asked of God? Now it’s time to do what He said.
As you prepare for the new year, what is your attitude about the things God has for you to do? Pastor Don has an inspiring message to aim higher and not just settle for the minimum.
Learn how we came to celebrate Advent, what the candles signify, and what you can do to commemorate the birth of Jesus.
Pastor Don explains the season of Advent and delves into the theme for the first week—HOPE
What Don learned about our friend Peggy when he had the opportunity of looking through her Bible in preparation for her funeral.
Psalm 46–only 11 verses but it also includes the word “Selah” three times. What does Selah mean? Pastor Don breaks down Psalm 46 in this podcast episode.
Do you realize the events that have their beginning when you begin to pray? Pastor Don e plains in this 10 minute podcast.
How can you fight your fears? Pastor Don uses one well-known verse from 2 Timothy to help you.
Do you have a bucket list you’re working through? Pastor Don explores a new way to approach a bucket list.
Hear how a trip down a bluff on the world’s shortest railroad reminds Don of God’s phone number.
“Lord, if you don’t help me, don’t help that bear.” Pastor Don shares what to do when life seems overwhelming.
Pastor Don encourages you to stay involved in a local church, using the example of draft horses combining their strength in a team pulling way more together than they can separately.
Pastor Don shares stories from Scripture about that proverbial box were suppose think outside of.
God is being glorified through the words and actions of the athletes proclaiming His Name throughout the Paris Olympics.
Pastor Don chats about the controversy surrounding the recent Olympic Opening Ceremony and how Christians should respond to offenses.
God never intended us to navigate life alone. Pastor Don shares a story about having and being a good neighbor.
It seems that everyday someone we know passes away. At every funeral we hear people say they have regrets about time not spent or sentiments not shared. What do you need to do to leave this world with no regrets?
Have you drawn a line in the sand when it comes to fighting spiritual battles? Pastor Don gives some biblical advice about battle lines.
Using examples from his life, Pastor Don explains the value that comes from life’s process.
🎶Nobody loves me, everybody hates me…🎶 Pastor Don references King David and a somewhat familiar nursery rhyme to explain where to get your strength when you’re going through difficulties.
Don’t you wish life came with instructions for maneuvering through all our problems and circumstances?
Pastor Don asks the question you may not have considered: how do you want to be remembered?
When we consider spiritual disciplines, Pastor Don explains why they aren’t the same for everyone.
Ever wonder if the things God tells you to do are different from someone else? Pastor discusses this topic in today’s episode.
No one likes to wait, but Pastor Don sharers a story from a recent experience that showed him waiting isn’t so terrible after all.
Pastor Don talks about Hebrews 5:11-6:2 and the need for all believers to go beyond the basic knowledge of our faith.
Pastor Don shares some special memories of a faithful friend who has recently passed away and the life lessons he passed on to so many.
When you think you already know the best or only way to do something…Jesus comes along and changes things up.
Our self-sufficiency will always fall short of the mark attainable if only we would rely on all the Holy Spirit wants to do through us.
Have you ever contemplated our need for oxygen? That question and more in this episode.
Have you tried to read the Bible but stop when you get discouraged or bogged down? Pastor Don gives you reasons why reading the Bible is a valuable habit to continue.
In the last episode of 2023, Pastor Don reflects on the year and the benefits of looking back.
In part 2 of his series on Seasons, Pastor Don gives another key to surviving and thriving in a new season.
What will it take for evil to be defeated? Pastor Don has a real life example in today’s episode.
Pastor Don shares lessons from Scripture we can use to avoid becoming a scribe or Pharisee.
Pastor Don uses some big words in today’s podcast. But he explains them all, including his favorite of God’s attributes.
What do you allow to become an influence in your life? Are you intentional about your choices? Pastor Don discusses making God an intentional influence in your everyday life.
Do you have things you know you should be doing but aren’t? Pastor Don explains about his own days of ignorance and what James says about what we need to do when we learn something new.
In part 3 of Pastor Don’s series on King David, he shares why he used to think David was kind of a bum.
Pastor Don continues through his list of the character traits of young David, a man after God’s own heart.
Pastor Don shares notes he wrote over 25 years ago on the characteristics of a young David.
Pastor Don tells a few stories to illustrate what we need to do when we encounter tough times.
Collective. Community. The importance of being part of something bigger than one person to accomplish and fulfill God’s purpose.
God is still speaking to His people, but are you listening? Pastor Don shares a few stories of when believers have heard God speak and what they did about it.
Pastor Don again talks about what to do when you don’t know what to do. Check out his episode #102 from June 14, 2023, for his first podcast on this topic.
Pastor Don shares a story about when he first learned an important lesson that he has had to relearn multiple times.
Pastor Don uses Biblical examples to show how we will all experience the consequences of our good or bad life choices.
Change is inevitable. We each have a choice to move into those new things with expectation or dread. Pastor Don tells the story of Haggai, and how his new era ushered in the glory of God.
Pastor Don explains what a high view of God means with examples from Scripture and how we can have one.
After 22 years as an accountability partner, Pastor Don shares some insights into the necessity of relationships.
How do you celebrate your birthday? In this episode, Pastor Don gives a few clues to his favorite way to celebrate.
Pastor Don shares stories of his surprise visits this week for two sets of old friends.
Ever feel guilty because you said you’d pray for someone and then forgot? Pastor Don tells a few of his own stories.
Pastor Don uses the Dickens novel Great Expectations to illustrate how we should not act with one another or with God.
Ever have circumstances you just don’t know how to work through? Pastor Don gives some advice straight from Scripture to help you get through anything.
Pastor Don continues is series on Self-Leadership talking about listening to God and remaining faithful to what He’s called you to do, even the smallest things.
Pastor Don continues his series on self leadership. This time he reveals a key discipline that helped him learn how to deal with all the tasks that seemed to pull him in multiple directions.
Pastor Don continues his series on self leadership, referencing several Scriptures that talk about our heart.
Pastor Don continues his series on leadership, focusing on the importance of character.
In this 3rd and last podcast about giant killers, Pastor Don tells the story of David and how he found strength in the Lord.
Pastor Don continues his discussion about what it takes to be a giant killer, like David from the Bible.
Pastor Don tells the story of the 12 spies and the giants they encountered before entering the Promised Land. How does that story relate to us today?
Ever wonder why Jesus did what He did exactly when He did it? Pastor Don explains in today’s episode.
Ever wonder why Jesus would curse a fig tree? Pastor Don gives a possible explanation in today’s episode.
Pastor Don explains the story of Jesus clearing the Temple with some additional explanation and a challenge for us.
Sometimes we assume whatever plans we hatch will be blessed by God as long as we ask Him to. But learn from this story of Joshua.
What happens when you keep doing the right things but bad things still happen? Don tells us about Hezekiah in 2 Chronicles 32 who had that same problem.
Pastor Don tells a funny story to highlight our need to keep in step with the Spirit as talked about in Galatians 5:25.
The book of Nehemiah can teach us so many lessons on how to handle opposition in our lives.
In today’s episode of Take 10, Pastor Don continues in the book of Nehemiah, explaining about opposition that came from within the camp.
Do you live with regrets for past mistakes or poor choices? Learn from Samson in today's podcast episode.
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In his first podcast, Pastor Don McGarvey shares his outlook on dwelling on the past and looking ahead. Isaiah 43:18-19 says “Forget the former things; do not dwell on the past. See, I am doing a new thing!”