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Starting Right

Starting Right is a 5 minute Day Starter to help keep you motivated, encouraged, and focused throughout your day. DannyMac is a pastor, teacher, motivational speaker, husband, and father. His years of leading and training people have given him vast experience in helping individuals to accomplish change in their lives and meet their goals. He can help you set the course for your day by offering practical advice from God"s Word in a positive and fun way. There is no better way to begin your day than

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True Victory: Beyond the Finish Line

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2025/09/02

What does true character look like when victory is within reach? Spanish athlete Ivan Anaya answers this question through an extraordinary act of sportsmanship that challenges our understanding of winning and integrity. When Kenyan Olympic bronze medalist Abel Mutai mistakenly stopped running 10 meters before the finish line during a 2012 cross-country race, second-place runner Anaya had a choice. Rather than seizing an easy victory, he guided his confused competitor to the actual finish line...

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Coffee with the Creator: Starting Right

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2025/09/01

Join me, Danny Mac, for this Monday edition of Starting Right as we dive into three powerful names of God from the Old Testament that continue to bring comfort, strength, and direction to believers worldwide. Inspired by Vicki Yohe's beautiful worship song "Because of Who You Are," we unpack how these divine names first appeared in pivotal biblical moments: Abraham's mountain-top test of faith, Israel's battle against the Amalekites, and Gideon's unlikely commissioning. Far from being ancient...

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Rise Above the Noise

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2025/08/29

Ever had that moment when you walk into a room and conversations suddenly stop? That feeling of being unwanted or disrespected cuts deep into our souls. From high school cliques to professional settings, most of us carry scars from times we've been made to feel worthless or unwanted by others. These painful experiences shape how we view ourselves, especially when the rejection comes from someone we once respected. We need ton remember that we are created in God's image, giving us inhere...

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What Scrap Wood Teaches Us About Divine Purpose

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2025/08/28

What happens to the pieces that no one wants? The scraps that others discard as worthless? My son Jon has taught me a powerful lesson through his woodworking that speaks directly to the heart of anyone who's ever felt broken beyond repair. Despite soaring lumber prices, Jon creates beautiful furniture and art pieces using what others consider garbage – twisted, warped, or broken wood destined for the burn pile. With patience and vision, he strips away damaged layers to reveal pristine beauty ...

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Faith Through Drought

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2025/08/27

Have you ever prayed for something but secretly doubted it would happen? Today's episode explores the profound difference between casual hoping and genuine biblical expectation through the compelling story of a drought-stricken town and an 11-year-old girl's extraordinary demonstration of faith. This simple yet powerful story illuminates the biblical truth found in Hebrews 11:1, where we discover that faith shows the reality of what we expect, not just what we casually hope might happen. I un...

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No Fear of Bad News: Finding Strength in Life's...

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2025/08/26

What do you do when disaster strikes? In today's episode, we explore Thomas Edison's remarkable response to catastrophe when a spectacular fire destroyed over half his laboratory complex in 1914. Rather than mourning his losses, he gathered his employees the next morning and declared, "We're rebuilding." His perspective? "Thank goodness, our mistakes are burned up. Now we can start again fresh." What would it look like if we could face our worst circumstances with unwavering faith? I sh...

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Take You at Your Word

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2025/08/25

Ever notice how certain worship songs seem to find you exactly when you need them most? That's what happened this weekend with "Take You at Your Word" by Ben Hastings and Cody Carnes. Despite hearing it countless times before, something about this particular moment made its message of unwavering trust in God's promises resonate more deeply than ever. As Cody Carnes beautifully expressed, "We trust God regardless of circumstances. He's been there before and has made good on His promises. We ha...

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When God Whispers "Sing" in Your Darkest Moments

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2025/08/22

Have you ever wondered where to find strength when your world collapses? In today's powerful episode, we explore an extraordinary testimony from Darlene Czech, former worship leader at Hillsong Church, that reveals the supernatural healing power of worship during life's most devastating moments. Darlene's story takes us to that heart-wrenching day when a routine 12-week pregnancy checkup turned into unimaginable grief. Driving home alone after learning her baby had died, she heard the Holy Sp...

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5:17

Finding Joy Amidst Life's Sharks

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2025/08/20

Ever noticed how what we expect tends to be exactly what we find? Take the father diving in Bora Bora who, despite swimming among reef sharks, experienced beauty rather than fear because of his perspective. This powerful principle lies at the heart of today's reflection. Joy isn't the absence of problems—it's maintaining the right mindset regardless of circumstances. As Psalm 126:3 reminds us, "The Lord has done great things for us and we are filled with joy." Even through life's most difficu...

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When God Speaks Through Unlikely Messengers.

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2025/08/19

Ever wondered what would happen if your pet suddenly started talking back to you? In the Bible, one man found out—and surprisingly, wasn't even shocked by it. Welcome to a fascinating journey through one of Scripture's most unusual encounters: Balaam and his talking donkey. This curious tale from Numbers 22 reveals powerful truths about listening to God's direction that remain startlingly relevant today. As we unpack this ancient story, we discover a prophet who could hear God's voice but str...

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The Unseen Influencer

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2025/08/18

Have you ever felt overlooked or underestimated because of your position? Today's episode uncovers a powerful leadership lesson from one of the Bible's most overlooked characters. Meet the unnamed Israeli servant girl from 2 Kings 5 - captured, enslaved, and yet remarkably influential. Despite her circumstances, this young slave demonstrated that leadership isn't about position but influence. When her master Naaman, a powerful Syrian commander, suffered from leprosy, she boldly suggested he v...

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5:51

Burnt Toast and Love

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2025/08/15

Have you ever considered how your response to life's little imperfections affects those around you? Today's episode of Starting Right unpacks a heartwarming story about burnt toast that carries profound wisdom about compassion, marriage, and thoughtful communication. We feature a story from Kevin Arthur, who witnessed his father's remarkable response to his mother's burnt toast dinner after a difficult day. Whether you're navigating family relationships, workplace dynamics, or everyday ...

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The Prayer That Won

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2025/08/14

What happens when a young boy faces a challenge without his father's help? In this heartwarming episode, we explore the remarkable wisdom of eight-year-old Gilbert, who teaches us all a profound lesson about prayer, resilience, and finding strength in vulnerability. This powerful story reminds us that true victory isn't always about winning. Sometimes it's about having the courage to show up, do your best with what you have, and trust God for the strength to handle the results with dignity.&n...

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5:19

What Will They Remember When You're Gone?

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2025/08/14

What will your family remember about you when you're gone? Will they recall someone obsessed with turning off lights and maintaining the lawn, or will they reminisce about a person who made life wonderfully fun? This thought-provoking question emerges from today's reflection on the power of creating meaningful family memories. I share the story of a father who went to extraordinary lengths to surprise his family during their cross-country camping trip. By hitchhiking on the side of the ...

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6:34

Overcoming Life's Boulders

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2025/08/13

The boulder in your path might be hiding a treasure underneath. In this thought-provoking episode, Danny Mac shares a timeless parable about a curious king who placed a massive rock in the main road to his kingdom. While wealthy merchants and wise men simply walked around the obstacle, complaining loudly about the inconvenience, one humble peasant chose a different approach. Through persistent effort, he removed the boulder—and discovered a purse of gold coins left as a reward by the watching...

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Beyond Suffering: The Power of Giving Thanks

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2025/08/12

Have you ever considered that your biggest annoyances might actually be blessings in disguise? Today's episode uncovers the remarkable true story of Corrie Ten Boom and her sister Betsy, whose experience in a Nazi concentration camp reveals an extraordinary lesson about gratitude. When the Ten Boom family was arrested in 1944 for hiding Jews in Amsterdam, sisters Corrie and Betsy found themselves in the horrific conditions of Ravensbrück. Facing starvation, overcrowding, and a terrible flea i...

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Becoming Kings for God's Kingdom

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2025/08/11

What does it truly mean to be part of building God's kingdom? The answer might surprise you. This episode challenges the common misconception that God sits on His throne magically answering prayers at our demand. Instead, we explore how God works through people—His people—to accomplish His purposes. The heart of today's message centers on the extraordinary life of R.G. LeTourneau, a 14-year-old school dropout who became one of history's most prolific inventors. With over 300 inventions includ...

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5:32

Don't Abandon Your Dream

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2025/08/08

Dreams can die in the desert. That's the powerful lesson from Kermit the Frog's journey in the original 1979 Muppet Movie—and it might just be the message you need to hear today. Remember when Kermit's Studebaker broke down in the middle of nowhere? His friends were counting on him, his dream seemed impossible, and quitting felt like the only sensible option. That moment of crisis—when Kermit's conscience appeared to remind him of his purpose—mirrors our spiritual journeys with striking clari...

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Sleep Better Tonight: Taking Your Thoughts Captive

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2025/08/07

Ever noticed how your exhausted body betrays you the moment your head hits the pillow? Danny Mac tackles this universal frustration in today's episode, offering both spiritual wisdom and practical advice for those nights when your mind races at 100 miles per hour despite your physical fatigue. Drawing from 2 Corinthians 10:5, Danny unpacks what it truly means to "take captive every thought to make it obedient to Christ." With a vivid analogy of calf roping at a rodeo, he illustrates how we ca...

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5:57

The Power of Billy's Seven Words

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2025/08/06

Discover the unexpected power of seven simple words that sparked a revival at summer camp. This episode shares an unforgettable story from youth ministry legend Tony Campolo about Billy, a boy with cerebral palsy who became the target of merciless bullying at junior high camp. When Billy was mockingly chosen to lead devotions, something extraordinary happened that left hardened hearts broken open and changed lives forever. This powerful testimony challenges us to examine our own hesitations i...

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