I found a sermon from my dad called "Maturing in the Word" where he shares some specific tips and tools on how to study the bible. I also share in detail the method I use whenever I study. Check it out.  If you want to hear the full sermon from my dad, check out www.andyabramsfoundation.org

In this world we live in, we often need to hear some words of encouragement. In this episode, I share with you one of the most encouraging sermons I have heard from my dad. Do you have any faith? What does faith look like? How do I keep going even when I don't see results?

Check out this special episode as Smiley walks through some poems from his book - Curing The Midas Touch. He shares some painful moments in his life, and how Jesus helps brings him peace. How did the disciples feel on that Saturday? The Saturday after the crucifixion, but before the Sunday of the resurrection. There is tension and uncertainty in that Saturday. This episode walks through how Smiley learned to embraced moments of the unknown. 

What do you do when you just don't FEEL like it?! You ever have a vision or goal that you strive for, but then face challenges that tempt you to give up? Listen to Smiley talk about some of his obstacles and tools he uses to help push through those moments when he wants to throw in the towel. But the biggest question is... will he choose the apples or the donuts? Listen to find out.

How do you deal with suffering and pain in this world? What are the lessons from life experience and scripture that can be learned to find peace in the midst of struggle? In this pilot episode, Smiley provides commentary as his analyzes his late father's last sermon entitled "Learn The Secret" (originally preached on 2/9/03). For more info, visit: www.andyabramsfoundation.org