Sew Powerful Parables: Recent Episodes
Dana Buck
Sew Powerful Parables will tickle your funny bone, touch your heart and offer you a new way to experience God’s truth. Jesus often used parables to communicate His most important messages. Dana Buck picks up that tradition in a poetic, rhyming style that makes listening easy and enjoyable. All ages will love these stories full of memorable characters, insightful lessons and just plain fun.
Set in an assisted living facility, The Quilt reminds us of the blessings of community and how those blessings can touch the lives of those around us.Written and Narrated by Dana BuckAdditional Voices Provided by Heather LaRoche, Patty Stevens, Jan Beatty,Cheryl McCulloch, Tony Diederichs, Judy Hanson and Doug Hanson.Devotional Thought Narrated by Kim PrattProduced by Beneath Blue Skies ProductionsMusic Credit - Adobe Music: "A Pleasant Day", "Beautiful Morning", "Love Letter", "The Folk Acoustic Guitar", "Acoustic Riversong", "Optimistic Light Ambient Music", "Inspiring Folk Acoustic Sound effects from Zapsplat
Meeting Jesus is sweet. Walking with Jesus is enlightening. Building your faith, maturity and testimony? That's another story altogether...Written and Narrated by Dana BuckAdditional Voices Provided by Kirstin LaRoche and Johnny RochaDevotional Thoughts Narrated by Kim PrattProduced by Beneath Blue Skies ProductionsMusic Credit: Adobe Music - "Inspiring Uplifting Cinematic", "Calm Beautiful Guitar", "Tension Documentary", "Reflective Hopeful Emotional", "Happy Moments", "Mellow Folk Instant Lounge", "Cinematic Piano", "Acoustic Guitar Beautiful Music", "Simple Happy Inspiring Background", "Inspirational Hopeful Drama", "Piano Inspired Wedding", "Desired Life"
The Sew Powerful Purse is changing lives in Zambia one girl at a time. This parable tells the story of Mercy and Grace, two girls who represent the tens of thousands of girls blessed through the Sew Powerful Purse Program.Written and Narrated by Dana BuckAdditional voices: Adonia Seguy, Betiel Seguy, Selam Seguy, Kevin Oywak, Ruth Mwasi and Janairie Capps.Devotional Thoughts Narrated by Kim PrattProduced by Beneath Blue Skies ProductionsMusic Credits: Adobe Music - "Totemic", "he Steeps of Kilimanjaro", "Spirit of Africa", "Extra Miles", "Gentle African Background", "Speaking of Africa", "Broad Land", "African Journey", Twinkle Little African Star"
The power of forgiveness is the power of God working in us.Written and Narrated by Dana BuckAdditional Voices: Jordan Miles, Patti Stevens, Janairie Capps and Toby CappsDevotional Thought Narrated by Kim PrattProduced by: Beneath Blue Skies ProductionsMusic Credit: Adobe Music - "Sunday Afternoon," "Light Jazz Piano Trio," "Funny Playful Comedy," "Sweet Acoustic Dream," "Spring Memories Waltz," "Peaceful Guitar and Piano Background," "Delightful Duet," "Expressive Violin," "Calm Sentimental Cinematic, Soft Ambient Music Background," "Relaxing Atmosphere," "Beautiful Autumn"
Do we own things, or do things own us?Written and Narrated by Dana BuckAdditional Voices Provided by Frank Dunbar, Faith Ashbeck, Sydney Kappenmen, Jaiden Smith, and Pete JonesDevotional Thoughts Narrated by Kim PrattProduced by Beneath Blue Skies ProductionsMusic Credit: Adobe Music - "Positive Playful Classic", "Happy Joyful Journey", "Comedy (Bassoon, Pizzicato)", "Detective Comedy (Cinematic)", "Happy Positive Feel Good", "Inspiring Acoustic Guitar"
The town of San Cristo Navidad is famous for its Christmas festival and the ringing of the sacred Christmas Bell. What happens when the town merchants see this as an opportunity for profit? A parable about the commercialization of Christmas.Written by Dana BuckNarrated by Madison McCarthyVoices provided by Dana Buck, Frank Dunbar, Johnny Rocha, Kirsten La Roche, Natalie LaRoche, Tony Diederichs, Brandon Blue and Jordan MilesDevotional Thoughts Narrated by Kim PrattProduced by Beneath Blue Skies ProductionsMusic Credit: Adobe Music - "A Tiny Little Christmas Film Score", "Magical Christmas Background", "The Story of Christmas," "Comedy Jazz (Cinematic Animation Classical Cartoon)", "Snow is Coming", "Sneaky Mysterious Suspense (Hocus Pocus)," "Piano Fantasy", "Ambient Meditative Atmosphere", "Cloud City", "Christmas Magical Fantasy", "Hell", "Quietly Tense", "Inspirational Beautiful Piano", "Joyful Merry Christmas", "Christmas Deck the Halls"Sound Effects from Zapsplat.com
Let's see what truth we can wrestle from a simple slice of bread.Written and Narrated by Dana BuckAdditional Voice by Nathan GrohDevotional Thoughts Narrated by Kim PrattProduced by Beneath Blue Skies ProductionsMusic Credit: Adobe Music - "Naughty Elves", "Lazy Relaxed Country", "Peaceful Folk Acoustic"
Never wrestle in the mud with a pig. You'll both get dirty, and the pig likes it.Written and Narrated by Dana BuckAdditional Voice Provided by Riley OnstottDevotional Thoughts Narrated by Kim PrattProduced by Beneath Blue Skies ProductionsMusic Credits - Adobe Music: "Hoboing", "American Prairie", "Dark Western Trailer", Energetic Playful Jazz (Hit the Jackpot)", "Noble Quake", "Grizzly", "Western Folk Acoustic"Additional Sound Effects from Zapsplat.com
The tale of Samson is a cautionary lesson in the exercise of free willWritten and Narrated by Dana BuckAdditional voices: Demitry Wallace, Derek Jackson, Jeremy DePalma, Hayden Walsh, Johnny Rocha, Sydney Kappenman, Adonia Segay, Brandon BlueDevotional Thoughts Narrated by Kim PrattProduced by Beneath Blue Skies ProductionsMusic Credit: Adobe Music - "Epic Trailer Action Adventure", "Melancholic Piano", "The Last Resort", "Ambiance Medievale Theme A", "Positive Happy Pop", "Mystery", "Mysteries in the Forest", "This Mysterious Epic", "World of Wonders", Suspenseful", "Ambiance Medievale Theme B", "Solitude", "Cinematic Motivational", "Inspiring Storytelling"
Anxiety and depression can be formidable foes. But there is light in the darkness...Written by Dana BuckNarrated by Ashley AshbeckAdditional Voices Provided by Faith Ashbeck, Janairie Capps, Toby Capps and Kim PrattDevotional Thoughts Narrated by Dana BuckProduced by Beneath Blue Skies ProductionsMusic Credit: Adobe Music - "Soft Ambient Corporate Inspiration", "Inspiring Romantic Piano", "What Happens Relaxing Piano", "New Beginnings-Happy Corporate", "The Acoustic Guitar Light", "Peaceful Cinematic Emotion"
The story of this prophet of God inspires us with his courage, faithfulness and wisdom.Written and Narrated by Dana BuckAdditional voices provided by Brandon Blue, Lydia Son, Daniel Son, Steven Pratt, Riley Onstott, Toby Capps, and Kevin LaRocheDevotional Thoughts Narrated by Kim PrattProduced by Beneath Blue Skies ProductionsMusic Credit - Adobe Music: "Camel Ride, Carpet Ride", "Ramadan", "Arabic Mystery", "Taksim", "Desert Winds", "Excalibur", "Desert Mist", "Spirits of the Earth", "Middle Eastern Moon", "Ramadan Is"
These boys from Judah, heroes of the Old Testament, show us how to face the fiery furnaces of life.Written and Narrated by Dana BuckAdditional voices provided by Kevin Oywak, Alphonse Oywak, Alvin Oywak, Jordan Miles, Brandon BlueDevotional thoughts Narrated by Kim PrattProduced by Beneath Blue Skies ProductionsMusic Credit: Adobe Music - "Hindu Ethnic World Music", "How About Forever", "Forest Path", "Desert Sunset (Flute Solo)", "Devil's Disgrace", "Temple", "Ramadan In"
The story of Daniel, Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego is a lesson in faithfulness and courage.Written and Narrated by Dana BuckAdditional Voices provided by Caleb Son and Brandon BlueDevotional Thoughts Narrated by Kim PrattProduced by Beneath Blue Skies ProductionsMusic Credit: Adobe Music - "Ramadan Music Background" by KLAmedia, "Parable", "Ramadan Music Background" by TheRatu, "In Ramadan"
Only a fool would die for something they knew to be a lie...Written and Narrated by Dana BuckDevotional Thoughts Narrated by Kim PrattProduced by Beneath Blue Skies ProductionsMusic Credit: Adobe Music - "Pointless", "Happy Acoustic Guitar", "Irony of Fate", "Folk Acoustic Positive"
Salvation is found in the manger. This central element of Christmas is wonderfully illustrated in this charming story of little skunk and a Christmas miracle.Written by Dana BuckNarrated by Patti StevensAdditional voices by Toby Capps and Dana BuckDevotional Thoughts Narrated by Kim PrattProduced by Beneath Blue Skies ProductionsMusic Credit - Adobe Music: "Christmas in our neighborhood", "The Appalacian Trail", "Christmas Memories", "Telling the Story", "Break", "Away in a Manger Loop", "Christmas Day Celebration", "Christmas Wonder", "Uplifting Quirky Comedy", "Country Energetic Guitar", "Bar Wench", "Windy", "On a Christmas Night", "Holiday Hip Hop". Additional sound effects from Zapsplat.com
A first-time Cub Scout leader learns a lesson we can all benefit from.Written and Narrated by Dana BuckAdditional Voices provided by Jordan Miles, Toby Capps and River Davis.Devotional Thoughts Narrated by Kim PrattProduced by Beneath Blue Skies ProductionsMusic Credit: Adobe Music - "Woodland Bunnies", "Busy Bees", "Waiting for my Gift", "Light Quirky Waltz", "Orchestral Comedy Drama", "Late Afternoon", "Calm Acoustic Guitar", "And I'm Happy Now Instrumental", Whistle by Zapsplat.com
A boy with a crush, a bully and a loving mom help to demonstrate that joy can be the greatest healer.
Written and Narrated by Dana Buck Additional voices provided by Caleb Son, Frank Dunbar, Kelsey Jones and Tarri Williams Devotional Thoughts Narrated by Kim Pratt Produced by Beneath Blue Skies Productions Music Credit - Adobe Music: "Acoustic Guitars Upbeat", "Dramatic Tension Action", "Documentary Feel Good", "Sneaky Quirky Mystery", "Quirky Fantasy Cinematic", "Little Sunny Bunny", "Sweet Times", "Gentle Piano Emotional", "Acoustic Upbeat Full", Crafty Sneaky Hip Hop"
When we take the time to pass skills and knowledge to the next generation, memories and values pass right along with them.
Written by Dana Buck Narrated by Bethany Siegrist Additional Voice provided by Jan Cancilla Devotional Thoughts Narrated by Kim Pratt Produced by Beneath Blue Skies Productions Music Credit - Adobe Music: "Optimistic Cheerful Classics", "An Optimistic and Inspirational Classic", "Lounge Mellow Chill", "Young Days"
When it comes to faith, God often does His most powerful work through the little things.
Written and Narrated by Dana Buck Devotional Thoughts Narrated by Kim Pratt Produced by Beneath Blue Skies Productions Music Credit – Adobe Music: “Happy Up Beat Relaxing Music”, “Sneaky Comedy”, “Quirky Mystery Jazz Swing”, “Encouraging Happy Rock”
Sometimes the wisdom we need can be found in our own memories.
Written and Narrated by Dana Buck Additional Voices Provided by Mitch Ashbeck, Ashley Ashbeck, Sage Davis and Grace Buck Additional Voices Provided by Mitch Ashbeck, Ashley Ashbeck, Sage Davis and Grace Buck Produced by Beneath Blue Skies Productions Produced by Beneath Blue Skies Productions
This poem, based on Proverbs 31:10-31, is a beautiful tribute to Mothers on their special day.Written by Dana BuckVoices provided by the men of Renton Christian CenterDevotional Thoughts Narrated by Kim PrattProduced by Beneath Blue Skies ProductionsMusic composed and performed by Braydon Yaw
This familiar Bible story reminds us of Jesus’s wisdom and forgiveness.Written and Narrated by Dana BuckAdditional Voices Provided by Jordan Miles, Sidney Kappenman, Jacob Isaacs, Brandon Blue, Kevin LaRocheDevotional Thoughts Narrated by Kim PrattProduced by Beneath Blue Skies ProductionsMusic Credit: Adobe Music – “Love Me”, “Predator”, “Riddle of the Old Library”, “Scented Nectar”, “Arabic Mystery”, “Beautiful Piano Solo”
This parable relates the story of David and Goliath - as told by a very…interesting participant.Written and Narrated by Dana BuckAdditional Voice provided by Frank DunbarDevotional Thoughts Narrated by Kim PrattProduced by Beneath Blue Skies ProductionsMusic Credit: Adobe Music – “Brand New Day”, “Epic Opener”, “Action Epic”, “Drumline Advertising”, “Guitar Epic Trailer Vocal”, “Cinematic Inspiration Uplifting”, “And Here I Sit”Sound Effects Credit: Zapsplat.com
Sometimes in following Jesus there is a price. This story explores the depths that price can reach.Written and Narrated by Dana BuckAdditional voices provided by Sydney Kappenman, Livi Pfeifle, Adonia Tsegay, Fiona Williams, Jacob Issacs, Jordan Miles, Kevin LaRoche, Heather LaRoche, Daniel Son, Micah SonDevotional Thoughts Narrated by Kim PrattProduced by Beneath Blue Skies ProductionsMusic Credit – Adobe Music: “Magical Piano”, “Just Relax and Unwind”, “Over the Dunes”, “Wisteria Wisteria”, “Asian (Free)”, “Junko Ayako”, “JapaneseMusic_006_44khz”, “Windy”, “First Road”, “The Day Thou Gavest, Lord”
This Civil War tale reminds us that the job of peacemaker starts with us.Written and Narrated by Dana BuckVoices provided by Brandon Blue and Jordan MilesDevotional Thoughts Narrated by Kim PrattProduced by Beneath Blue Skies ProductionsMusic Credit: Electra Entertainment – “Ashokan Farewell”, “Shenandoah”, “Battle Cry of Freedom” , ”Lorena”, “Palmyra Schottische”, “Dixie”
Christmas is a time for miracles. And with God, those miracles often come from the most unlikely places.Written and Narrated by Dana BuckAdditional Voices provided by Jordan Miles, Bethany Siegrist, Patti Stevens, and Andrea CherryDevotional Thoughts Narrated by Kim PrattProduced by Beneath Blue Skies ProductionsMusic Credit: Adobe Music – “The Christmas We Know”, “Xmas Shoppin’”, “A Letter for Christmas”, “Christmas Spirit Instrumental”, ”Sneaky Feet”, ”A Snowflake’s Tale”, “Christmas Wonders”, “All the Loving Mothers”, “Merry Christmas Day Instrumental”
The pure in heart are all around us. We just need to see them through God’s eyes.
Written and Narrated by Dana Buck Additional Voices provided by Frank Dunbar, Tammy Hagreen, Caleb Son, Grace Buck and Kelsey Jones Devotional Thoughts Narrated by Kim Pratt Produced by Beneath Blue Skies Productions Music Credit: Adobe Music – “Easy Summer at the Lake”, “Happy Acoustic Upbeat Inp”, “Save the Bees”, “Inspiring Easy Listening Acoustic”, “Those Endless Summer Days”, Acoustic Guitar, Calm Dreamy”
The fox is on the run and the dogs are pursuing. This parable illustrates the quality of mercy – in a way you may not expect.
Written and Narrated by Dana Buck Devotional Thoughts Narrated by Kim Pratt Produced by Beneath Blue Skies Productions Music Credit: Adobe Music – “Acoustic Guitars”, “Sticker”, “River”, ”Summer Cruise”, “Power Up”, “Tumbleweed”, “Windy”, “Effigy”
A muddy lake and a dry streambed are the perfect metaphors for this story of being filled with the righteousness of God.
Written and Narrated by Dana Buck Additional Voices Provided by Zach Trandum and Eric Muench Devotional Thoughts Narrated by Kim Pratt Produced by Beneath Blue Skies Productions Music Credit: Adobe Music – “Happy Summer Vacation”, “Bubu Train”, “Backwater Creek”, “Mirror”, “Folk Acoustic Light”, “Guitar Acoustic Background”, “Country King”, “Hungry Alligator”, “Sunrise” Sound Effects by Zapsplat
This light-hearted parable, based on Jesus’ words Blessed are the meek, for they shall inherit the earth, encourages us to never confuse meekness with weakness.
Written and Narrated by Dana Buck Additional voices: Teri, Mikal and Fiona Williams, Toby Capps and Brandon Blue Devotional Thoughts Narrated by Kim Pratt Produced by Beneath Blue Skies Productions Music Credit: Adobe Music – “Optimistic Folk Tropical”, “Country Dog”, “Hopping in the Fields”, “Easy Folk”, “Raging Night”, “Horseback Riding”, “Railroad”, “Scheming Squirrel” – Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0 Sound Effects Credit: Zapspalt.com
A woman’s love for a stray cat helps her discover God’s love and mercy. Based on the Beatitude of Jesus found in Matthew 5:4 – Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted.
Written and Narrated by Dana Buck Additional Voices Provided by Cinnamon Miles, Janairie Capps and Grace Buck Devotional Thoughts Narrated by Kim Pratt Produced by Beneath Blue Skies Productions Music Credit: Adobe Music – “Whispering”, “Journey Ahead”, ”Pillow Fight”, “In the Middle”, “In Peace” Sound Effects by Zapsplat.com
Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. This parable teaches us that we can be poor in material things, yet rich in faith and joy.
Written and Narrated by Dana Buck Additional voices provided by Ruth Mwawasi, Fiona Williams and Terri Williams
Devotional Thoughts Narrated by Kim Pratt
Produced by Beneath Blue Skies Productions Music Credit – Adobe Music: “Pop Folk Hopeful”, “Meaningful”,”Vibrant”,”Moving Piano Solo”,”Piano Cinematic Insprational”
Based on Jesus’ Parable of the Sower, this story gives us a hilarious new look at a classic story.
Written and Narrated by Dana Buck
Devotional Thoughts Narrated by Kim Pratt
Produced by Beneath Blue Skies Productions
Music Credit: “Upbeat Happy Ukulele Kids”, “Folk Acoustic Ukulele Kids”, “Little Piggy”, “Motivational Ukulele”, “Dust Bowl”, “Wildflower”, “Guitar Acoustic Summer Live”, “Borderline”, “Relatives”, “Upbeat Folk Acoustic”, “Happy Ukulele” – Adobe Music Sound Effects by Zapsplat
God gives wisdom to those who need it – and who needs it more than parents!
Written and Narrated by Dana Buck Additional voices provided by Zach, Sarah, Cora, Ruby and Henry Trandum Devotional Thoughts Narrated by Kim Pratt Produced by Beneath Blue Skies Productions Music Credit: Adobe Music – “It’s You”, “Good to Go”, “Carefree Delight”
What could cause a man to become the most wealthy – and most despised man in town? And what would it take to find redemption?
Written and Narrated by Dana Buck
Devotional Thoughts Narrated by Kim Pratt Written and Narrated by Dana Buck Music Credit: Adobe Music - “Sheikhdom”, “Over the Dunes”, “Searching Through Sand”, “Crossroads”, “Desert Winds”, “Slither”, “Jerusalem Story”, “Rain Will Fall”, “Moments of Revelation”, “Revelation”, “Pipe Dreams”
This Christmas parable, based on O. Henry’s short story, The Gift of the Magi, reminds us that the most precious gift we can give is love.
Written and Narrated by Dana Buck Additional Voices Provided by Zack Trandum, Ashley Ashbeck and Toby Capps Devotional Thoughts Narrated by Kim Pratt Produced by Beneath Blue Skies Productions Music Credit: “Happy Dreams”, “Christmas of Pleasant Dreams”, “If Not For Christmas”, “December Night”, “Silver While (Instrumental Version)”, “Silent Night (Smooth Jazz Version” – Adobe Music Sound Effects Credit: zapsplat.com
The charming Thanksgiving parable reminds us that unforeseen blessings wait just beyond our acts of kindness.
Written by Dana Buck Narrated by Kirsta Muench and Dana Buck Devotional Thoughts Narrated by Kim Pratt Produced by Beneath Blue Skies Productions Music Credit: “Fudge and Candy Cane Kisses”, “Proposal”, “Light Background Guitars”, “I Know Those Birds”, “Fantastic World” - Adobe Music
Fear is a powerful enemy. Do we have the weapons to face this intimidating foe?
Written and Narrated by Dana Buck and Riley Onstot Additional Voice by Ashley Ashbeck Devotional Thoughts Narrated by Kim Pratt Produced by Beneath Blue Skies Productions Music Credit: “Darkest Child”, “Supernatural” , “Unnatural Situation” , “This House” , “Hero Down” , “Lost Frontier” , “Amazing Grace” Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0 “Spooky” by David Stevens Background sound effects from Zapsplat.com
This parable, set in Africa, speaks to the incredible grace and generosity of the African people found within the struggle for life.
Written by Dana Buck Narrated by Ruth Mwawasi Devotional Thoughts Narrated by Kim Pratt Produced by Beneath Blue Skies Productions Music Credit: “Moorings” – Adobe Music
A little girl’s passion for a beautiful flower is the inspiration for this story of God’s love and faithfulness.
Written and Narrated by Dana Buck Additional Voices Provided by Ashley Ashbeck and Kelsey Jones Devotional Thoughts Narrated by Kim Pratt Produced by Beneath Blue Skies Productions Music Credit: “Atmospheric Acoustic Guitars” , “Inspirations Cinematic Felt P”, “Warm Acoustic Ballad”, “Beautiful Acoustic Guitar” – Adobe Music
This story of two little boys at play in the park reminds us to never put at risk what money can’t buy.
Written and Narrated by Dana Buck Devotional Thoughts Narrated by Kim Pratt Produced by Beneath Blue Skies Productions Music Credit: “Fig Leaf Rag”, “Hidden Agenda”, “Super Friendly” Kevin MacCleod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
This charming parable encourages us to offer the Agape love of God to ourselves.
Written and Narrated by Dana Buck Devotional Thoughts Narrated by Kim Pratt Produced by Beneath Blue Skies Productions Music Credit: “Midnight Tales”, “Thatched Villages”, “Finding Movement”, “Winter Chimes” Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
This parable celebrates the power of an apology and the blessings of forgiveness.
Written and Narrated by Dana Buck Devotional Thoughts Narrated by Kim Pratt Produced by Beneath Blue Skies Productions Music Credit: “Fuzzball Parade”, “Stoic Morning”, “Midsummer Sky” Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 license http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
This lighthearted story, based on the Parable of Great Price, teaches us that the Kingdom of God has its greatest value when it is shared.
Written and Narrated by Dana Buck Devotional Thoughts Narrated by Kim Pratt Produced by Beneath Blue Skies Productions Music Credit: “Plain Loafer”, “Ascending the Veil”, ”Reunited” ,”Aretes” Kevin MacCleod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
The story of two mothers with daughters named Rachel, and how these women became the answer to each other’s prayers.
Written by Dana Buck Narrated by Alyssa Buck, Ruth Mwawasi and Kelsey Jones Devotional Thoughts Narrated by Kim Pratt Produced by Beneath Blue Skies Productions Music Credit: “Last Kiss Goodnight”, “Silver Flame” , “Inner Light” Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed Under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
We all seek lives filled with success and satisfaction. But sometimes we need a nudge (or a shove!) in the right direction.
Written and Narrated by Dana Buck Devotional Thoughts Narrated by Kim Pratt Produced by Beneath Blue Skies Productions Music Credit: “Lobby Time”, “Friendly Day”, “Long Stroll”, “I Knew a Guy”, “No Good Layabout”, “Touching Moments Three – Deeper”, “Touching Moments One – Pulse” , “Parting of the Ways Part One” Kevin MacCleod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0 “Take Me Out to the Ballgame” Von Tilzer and Norworth. Performed by George Rabbai Sound Effects: zapsplat.com
This Irish parable invites us to find the hidden blessings beyond our fears and doubts.
Written and Narrated by Dana Buck Additional Voices by Madison McCarthy and Jordan Miles Devotional Thoughts Narrated by Kim Pratt Produced by Beneath Blue Skies Productions Music Credit: “Fiddles McGinty”, “Suoanatore di Licto”, “Arcadia”, “Achaidh Cheide”, “Nu Flute”, ”Echoes of Time v2”, “Send for Horses”, “Unseen Horrors”, “Teddy Bear Waltz”, “Folk Round”, “Long Road Ahead B” Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://ceativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
Let’s see what a couple of Labradoodles can show us about God’s love.
Written by Dana Buck Voices provided by Adrienne and Charlotte Whitmore, Dana Buck Devotional Thoughts Narrated by Penny Whitmore Produced by Beneath Blue Skies Productions Music Credit: “Breaktime”, “The Builder”, “Touching Moments Five- Circle”, “Iron Horse”, “Mister Exposition”, Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed Under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
Follow the adventures of the Neighborhood Street Cookie Club as they learn a little something about the magic of Christmas.
Written by Dana Buck Narrated by Kelsey Jones and David Harding Devotional Thoughts Narrated by Penny Whitmore Produced by Beneath Blue Skies Productions Music Credit: “Jingle Bells Calm”, “Touching Moments Two”, “Deck the Halls A” Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/license/by/4.0/
Based on Jesus’ parable of the rich fool, this story shows us that generosity is a condition of the heart.
Written and Narrated by Dana Buck Devotional Thoughts Narrated by Kim Pratt Produced by Beneath Blue Skies Productions Music Credit: “Modern Jazz Samba”, “Casa Bossa Nova”, “Laid Back Guitars”, “As I Figure”, “Sardana”, “Sancho Panza Gets a Latte”, “Oppressive Gloom”, ”Volatile Reaction”, “Del Rio Bravo” Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed Under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/license/by/4.0/
God is the consummate artist. And in His hands our lives can become a masterpiece.
Written and Narrated by Dana Buck Devotional Thoughts Narrated by Kim Pratt Produced by Beneath Blue Skies Productions Music Credit: “Revival” Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/license/by/4.0/
A truly wise man never walks the grass alone. This African parable is a story of pride, redemption and the power of friendship.
Written by Dana Buck Narrated by Ruth Mwawasi Additional voices provided by Vincent, Kevin, Alphonse, Alvin and Allen Oywak, Ishmail Islamov, Simon and Bill Nakhale Devotional Thoughts Narrated by Kim Pratt Produced by Beneath Blue Skies Productions Music Credit: “Adding the Sun”, Rite of Passage”, “Infados”, “Stompdance”, “Savannah (sketch)”, “Tafi Maradi”, “Round Drums”, ”Night Cave”, ”Lotus”, “Dubakupado”, “Kalimba Relaxation”, “Hitman”, Movement Proposition” By Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Effects Credit: Wind Sound by Zapspalt.com
There’s a superhero hiding in all of us. A parable about the armor of God.
Written and Narrated by Dana Buck Additional Voices by Jordan Miles, Pete Jones, Marci Jones and the True North Kids Devotional Thoughts Narrated by Kim Pratt Produced by Beneath Blue Skies Productions Music Credit: “Fretless”, “Wholesome”, “Life of Riley”, “Skye Cullin”, “A Very Brady Special” Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/license/by/4.0/
She made a bargain with a gator. What could possibly go wrong…
Written and Narrated by Dana Buck Devotional Thoughts Narrated by Kim Pratt Produced by Beneath Blue Skies Productions Music Credit: “Five Card Shuffle”, “Bama Country”, “Sneaky Snitch”, “Deadly Roulette”, “Drankin Song” Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
In the hands of God, even the broken pieces of our lives become beautiful works of art.
Written and Narrated by Dana Buck Devotional Thoughts Narrated by Kim Pratt Produced by Beneath Blue Skies Productions Music Credit: “Friday Morning”, “Heartwarming”, “Dark Hallway(clean)”, “Unease”, “Heartbreaking”, “Sad Trio” Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/license/by/4.0/
This parable is the story of Gideon – a most unlikely hero.
Written and Narrated by Dana Buck Devotional Thoughts Narrated by Kim Pratt Produced by Beneath Blue Skies Productions Music Credit: “River Fire”, “Morgana Rides”, “Ancient Rite”, “Stay the Course”, “Crossing the Chasm”, “Royal Coupling” Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/license/by/4.0
God calls us to produce good fruit with our lives. But do we know what that really means?
Written and Narrated by Dana Buck Devotional Thoughts Narrated by Kim Pratt Produced by Beneath Blue Skies Productions Music Credit: “Concentration”, “Leaving Home”, “Silver Blue Light” Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/license/by/4.0
Sometimes discipline can be the greatest expression of love.
Written and Narrated by Dana Buck Devotional Thoughts Narrated by Kim Pratt Additional Voices by Adrienne and Penelope Whitmore Produced by Beneath Blues Skies Productions Music Credit: “Reign” “Facile” “White” Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/license/by/4.0/
The Christmas parable is a celebration of faithfulness.
Written and Narrated by Dana Buck Devotional Thoughts Narrated by Kim Pratt Produced by Beneath Blue Skies Productions Music Credit: “Wish Background” Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/license/by/4.0/
This story is a retelling of the Parable of the Good Samaritan – in a way you’ve probably not heard it before…
Written and Narrated by Dana Buck Devotional Thoughts Narrated by Kim Pratt Produced by Beneath Blue Skies Productions Music Credit: “Feelin Good” by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/license/by/4.0/
None of us can do everything, but all of us can do something. Starfish invites us to touch the life of a child in Zambia
Written and Narrated by Dana Buck Devotional Thoughts Narrated by Kim Pratt Produced by Beneath Blue Skies Productions Music Credit: “Peace of Mind” and “Ever Mindful” by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/license/by/4.0/
Sometimes God uses the smallest things to remind us of His great love.
Written and Narrated by Dana Buck Devotional Thoughts Narrated by Kim Pratt Produced by Beneath Blue Skies Productions Music Credit: “Almost New” by Kevin Macleod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By attribution 3.0 license http://creativecommons.org/license/by/3.0
God’s love can heal even our greatest hurts. But what about the scars healing leaves behind?
Written and Narrated by Dana Buck Devotional Thoughts Narrated by Kim Pratt Produced by Beneath Blue Skies Productions Music Credit: “Sunshine” and “Water Droplets on the River” by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By attribution 3.0 license http://creativecommons.org/license/by/3.0
Sometimes God delivers us from pain, and sometimes he holds us through it…
Written and Narrated by Dana Buck Devotional Thoughts Narrated by Kim Pratt Produced by Beneath Blue Skies Productions Music Credit: “Fireflies and Stardust” by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By attribution 3.0 license http://creativecommons.org/license/by/3.0
Our adversary often uses the small things to put big things in the path of our faith.
Written and Narrated by Dana Buck Devotional Thoughts Narrated by Kim Pratt Produced by Beneath Blue Skies Productions Music Credit: “Vanishing”, “Gagool” , “Evening of Chaos” , “Awkward Meeting” , “Dreamlike” and “Night on the Docks” by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By attribution 3.0 license http://creativecommons.org/license/by/3.0
How do we respond when God inconveniences us? A story of His strength in our weakness.
Written and Narrated by Dana Buck Devotional Thoughts Narrated by Kim Pratt Produced by Beneath Blue Skies Productions Music Credit: “Simple Duet” and “Clear Waters” by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By attribution 3.0 license http://creativecommons.org/license/by/3.0
Why do we sometimes feel so dry in our relationship with Christ? Because He is at work in us. A story of maturing as Christians.
Written and Narrated by Dana Buck Devotional Thoughts Narrated by Kim Pratt Produced by Beneath Blue Skies Productions Music Credit: “Touching Story” and “There is Romance” by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By attribution 3.0 license http://creativecommons.org/license/by/3.0
This parable reminds us to keep pride from spoiling our giving.
Written and Narrated by Dana Buck Devotional Thoughts Narrated by Kim Pratt Produced by Beneath Blue Skies Productions Music Credit: “Luminous Rain” by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By attribution 3.0 license http://creativecommons.org/license/by/3.0/
Why do we sometimes fail to recognize Jesus…when he’s standing right in front of us?
Written and Narrated by Dana Buck Devotional Thoughts Narrated by Kim Pratt Produced by Beneath Blue Skies Productions Music Credit: “Cheery Monday” and “Stoic Morning” by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By attribution 3.0 license http://creativecommons.org/license/by/3.0
What if Jesus’ first miracle of turning water into wine was set in the present day…
Written and Narrated by Dana Buck Devotional Thoughts Narrated by Kim Pratt Produced by Beneath Blue Skies Productions Music Credit: “Glitter Blast” by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By attribution 3.0 license http://creativecommons.org/license/by/3.0/
Based on the story found in Luke 10:38-40, this parable teaches us that God loves us for who we are, not what we do.
Written and Narrated by Dana Buck Devotional Thoughts Narrated by Kim Pratt Produced by Beneath Blue Skies Productions Music Credit: “Continue Life” Kevin MacLeod (incomptech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 license. http://creativecommons.org/license/by/3.0/
Free will is a wonderful gift from God and comes with awesome responsibility.
Written and Narrated by Dana Buck Devotional Thoughts Narrated by Kim Pratt Produced by Beneath Blue Skies Productions Music Credit: “Continue Life” by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By attribution 3.0 license http://creativecommons.org/license/by/3.0/
So many voices vie for our attention. How do we hear God through the din?
Written and Narrated by Dana Buck Devotional Thoughts Narrated by Kim Pratt Produced by Beneath Blue Skies Productions Music credit: “Music for Manatees” Kevin MacLeod (incomptech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 license http://creativecommons.org/license/by/3.0/
No matter how prepared we think we are, we need to listen for the voice of God. This familiar bible story reminds us to listen to that calling from the shore.
Written and Narrated by Dana Buck Devotional Thoughts Narrated by Kim Pratt Produced by Beneath Blue Skies Productions Music Credit: “Montauk Point” Kevin MacLeod (incomptech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 license http://creativecommone.org/license/by/3.0/
You offer a treasure when you offer everything. A parable of giving.
Written and Narrated by Dana Buck Devotional Thoughts Narrated by Kim Pratt Produced by Beneath Blue Skies Productions Music Credit: “Two Together” Kevin MacLeod (incomptech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 license http://creativecommons.org/license/by/3.0/
The Story of the Rich Young Ruler. But this one starts where you’ve always heard it end. A story of God’s redemption.
Written and Narrated by Dana Buck Devotional Thoughts Narrated by Kim Pratt Produced by Beneath Blue Skies Productions Music Credit: “Eternal Hope” Kevin MacLeod (incomptech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 license http://creativecommons.org/license/by/3.0/
Even a silly rhyme can reveal God’s truth.
Written and Narrated by Dana Buck Devotional Thoughts Narrated by Kim Pratt Produced by Beneath Blue Skies Productions Music Credit: “Carefree” Kevin MacLeod (incomptech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org./license/by/3.0/
The story of the nativity is the story of God’s great love for us…no matter who does the telling.
Written by Dana Buck Performed by The RCC Players Produced by Beneath Blue Skies Productions Music Credit: “Silent Night”, Oh, Little Town of Bethlehem”, “Angels We Have Heard on High”, “It Came Upon a Midnight Clear” Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0. “O Come All Ye Faithful”, “O Come O Come Emmanuel”, “Hark the Herald Angels Sing”, “God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen” Jon Sayles (freemusicpublicdomain.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0
Grandpa’s gift is a heartwarming story of enduring love between grandparents, children and grandchildren.
Narrated by Dana Buck Devotional Thoughts Narrated by Kim Pratt Produced by Beneath Blue Skies Productions Music Credit: “Windswept” Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/license/by/3.0
The Touch is a parable based on a familiar Bible story found in Luke 8:43, and illustrates the power of affliction, faith and healing.
Written and Narrated by Dana Buck Devotional Thoughts Narrated by Kim Pratt Produced by Beneath Blue Skies Productions Music Credit: “Angel Share” Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0
Enjoy the adventures of Willie, Billy and Jan – the Saturday Payback club, as they teach us a little something about grace and forgiveness. Scriptural Reference Romans 12:17-19
Written and Narrated by Dana Buck Devotional Thoughts Narrated by Kim Pratt Produced by Beneath Blue Skies Productions Music Credit: “Easy Lemon” Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/license/by/3.0
Assumptions and judgments based on appearance usually cause nothing but trouble. The Vulture and the Otter is a charming taie that brings this point home through an early morning talk between a father and his daughter.
Written and Narrated by Dana Buck Devotional Thoughts Narrated by Kim Pratt Produced by Beneath Blue Skies Productions Music Credit: “Carpe Diem” Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/license/by/3.0
What do we do when we are called to stand against those whose opinions we value most? A parable of peer pressure set against the time of the Exodus.
Written and Narrated by Dana Buck Devotional Thoughts Narrated by Kim Pratt Produced by Beneath Blue Skies Productions Music Credit: “Return of the Mummy”, “Burnt Spirit”, “Malicious”, “Mystery Bazar”, “On My Way”, “Curse of the Scarab” Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/license/by/3.0
In this Parable, we learn that only a grace filled, loving Father can place the baby in the Straw.
Written and Narrated by Dana Buck Devotional Thoughts Narrated by Kim Pratt Produced by Beneath Blue Skies Productions Music Credit: Marcelo Segura & Kevin LaRoche
Huckleberry Scones asks the age-old question; when called upon, can we offer a defense of our faith?
Parable and Devotional Thoughts Written by Dana Buck Scripture and Devotional Thoughts Narrated by Kim Pratt Story performed by Ashley Ashbeck, Erik Harding and Dana Buck Produced by Beneath Blue Skies Productions
Music Credit: “Poppers and Prosecco”, “Ultralounge”, “In Your Arms” Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0
This parable is a gentle reminder to appreciate the blessings we may be missing and to see the world through God’s eyes.
Written and Narrated by Dana Buck Devotional Narrated by Kim Pratt Produced by Beneath Blue Skies Productions Music Credit: “Dream Culture” Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/license/by/3.0/
Follow the adventures of little Scotty Patton as he teaches us all a valuable lesson on the power of friendship.
Written and Narrated by Dana Buck Devotional Thoughts Narrated by Kim Pratt Produced by Beneath Blue Skies Productions Music Credit: David Stevens
Imagine you are Timothy McGuire and you have two dogs living in your yard – the loyal Shine and the scheming, plotting Rickett. You know, whichever dog you feed will be the stronger dog… A parable about the dual natures within us all.
Written and Narrated by Dana Buck Devotional Thoughts Narrated by Kim Pratt Produced by Beneath Blue Skies Productions Music Credit: “Groundwork” Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0
This parable tells us the story of a cowboy on his last ride and shows us how God speaks to us through His beautiful creation.
Written by Dana Buck Narrated by Paul Diederich Devotional Thoughts Narrated by Kim Pratt Produced by Beneath Blue Skies Productions and Studio47 Music Credit: Pond5
Meet Tongue the dog, Gossip the cat, and see what mayhem ensues when Tongue chases after Gossip.
Written and Narrated by Dana Buck Devotional Thoughts Narrated by Kim Pratt Produced by Beneath Blue Skies Productions Music Credit: David Stevens
Meet Earl, the grumpy curmudgeon. That is until he meets Rusty and learns the life-affirming power of mentorship.
Written and Narrated by Dana Buck Devotional Thoughts Narrated by Kim Pratt Produced by Beneath Blue Skies Productions Music Credit: David Stevens
What would the story look like if Jesus’s Parable of the Vineyard Workers was set in America?
Written and Narrated by Dana Buck Devotional Thoughts Narrated by Kim Pratt Produced by Beneath Blue Skies Productions Music Credit: David Stevens
Join Pepper on his crazy adventures in this re-telling of the Parable of the Prodigal Son.
Written and Narrated by Dana Buck Devotional Thoughts Narrated by Kim Pratt Produced by Beneath Blue Skies Productions Music Credit: David Stevens
Have a box of tissues handy as you listen to this powerful modern-day parable. Gabriella’s story explores the depth of a father’s love.
Written and Narrated by Dana Buck Devotional Thoughts Narrated by Kim Pratt Produced by Beneath Blue Skies Productions Music Credit: David Stevens
In The Rule of Thumb we look at the unique and amazing body of Christ from a new – and hilarious point of view. What happens when one member of the body calls it quits?
Written and Narrated by Dana Buck Devotional Thoughts Narrated by Kim Pratt Produced by Beneath Blue Skies Productions Music Credit: Pond5
Flawless takes us inside a jewelry store and introduces us to a jeweler and his son, as we explore the nature of perfection and imperfection. Flawless will challenge you to see your flaws as God sees them, through the eyes of his redeeming son.
Written and Narrated by Dana Buck Devotional Thoughts Narrated by Kim Pratt Produced by Beneath Blue Skies Productions Music Credit: David Stevens
The story of Noah's ark, told through the eyes of his sons. What do you do when Dad says God told him to build a boat in the middle of the desert?
Written and Narrated by Dana Buck Devotional Thoughts Narrated by Kim Pratt Produced by Beneath Blue Skies Productions Music Credit: Pond5
Based on the parable of the man who builds his house on the rock. Told through the true story of the hurricane that destroyed Galveston, TX in 1900.
Written and Narrated by Dana Buck Devotional Thoughts Narrated by Kim Pratt Produced by Beneath Blue Skies Productions Music Credit: David Stevens
The Pandaroo is a mythical creature - half panda bear and half kangaroo. What happens when you feel like you don't fit in? Does the Great Creator make mistakes?
Written and Narrated by Dana Buck Devotional Thoughts Narrated by Kim Pratt Produced by Beneath Blue Skies Productions Music Credit: Pond5
This whimsical tale is based on the parable of leaving the ninety nine sheep to find the one that wandered away. It's a story of love and boundaries.
Written and Narrated by Dana Buck Devotional Thoughts Narrated by Kim Pratt Produced by Beneath Blue Skies Productions Music Credit: David Stevens
This parable tells the story of the Sew Powerful Purse Project and illustrates how God often uses the small and insignificant to accomplish His will.
Written by Dana Buck Narrated by Kim Pratt Produced by Beneath Blue Skies Productions Music Credit: Pond5