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 by Starting Right with DannyMac.
Episodes
1347 episodes
Faith Through Drought
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-y...
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Season 1
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Episode 1452
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5:12
No Fear of Bad News: Finding Strength in Life's Challenges
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 gather...
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Take You at Your Word
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 t...
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Season 1
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Episode 1350
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5:25
When God Whispers "Sing" in Your Darkest Moments
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 powe...
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Finding Joy Amidst Life's Sharks
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 h...
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Season 1
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Episode 1268
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5:17
When God Speaks Through Unlikely Messengers.
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 encounter...
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Season 1
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Episode 1267
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6:18
The Unseen Influencer
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 - captur...
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Season 1
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Episode 1266
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5:56
Burnt Toast and Love
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 th...
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Season 1
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Episode 1265
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5:51
What Will They Remember When You're Gone?
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 ...
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Season 1
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Episode 1260
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5:19
The Prayer That Won
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 stre...
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Season 1
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Episode 1264
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5:59
Overcoming Life's Boulders
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 w...
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Episode 1363
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6:34
Beyond Suffering: The Power of Giving Thanks
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 ...
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Season 1
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Episode 1362
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6:04
Becoming Kings for God's Kingdom
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 wor...
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Season 1
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Episode 1361
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6:21
Don't Abandon Your Dream
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 ...
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Season 1
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Episode 1359
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5:32
Sleep Better Tonight: Taking Your Thoughts Captive
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...
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Season 1
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Episode 1349
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4:52
The Power of Billy's Seven Words
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 mercil...
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Season 1
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Episode 1348
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5:57
Donuts and 300 Pushups
Have you ever witnessed a classroom lesson so powerful it left students in tears? Today's episode of Starting Right shares a remarkable story that will transform how you understand sacrifice and grace.Danny Mac tells "The Parable of the Don...
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Season 1
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Episode 1347
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8:52
Faith in His Promises
Ever find yourself drowning in worry, doubt, or fear? You're not alone. Today's episode dives into the powerful antidote God has already provided us through His promises.We explore the profound message behind "Take You at Your Word," a wors...
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Season 1
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Episode 1351
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5:25
Sacred Melodies Through Time
Sacred melodies possess a remarkable ability to transcend time, speaking to our hearts across centuries. In today's five-minute devotional, we uncover the fascinating story behind the beloved hymn "Nearer My God to Thee," written by Sarah Adams...
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Season 1
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Episode 1346
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5:25
10 Fascinating Facts About the Bible You Never Knew
Ever wonder what makes the Bible such a remarkable book beyond its spiritual significance? Today's episode uncovers ten fascinating facts about Scripture that highlight its extraordinary nature as a historical and literary achievement. From its...
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Season 1
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Episode 1345
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5:57
Refining Silver, Reflecting Christ
Have you ever wondered how God works through your difficult times? The ancient process of silver refinement offers a profound spiritual metaphor that illuminates God's purpose in our trials.As Ephesians 2:10 reminds us, "We are God's handiw...
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Season 1
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Episode 1344
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5:23
Soul Survival Kit
What happens when every external support is stripped away, and all you have left are the resources stored in your mind and heart? Danny Mac explores this profound question through the remarkable story of Major Daniel Whittle, a Vietnam War pilo...
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Faith Doesn't Mean Never Getting Discouraged; It Means Never Staying There
Have you ever felt so discouraged that even getting out of bed seemed impossible? We all face seasons when disappointment and setbacks crush our spirits. Today's devotional explores how to move forward when everything inside you wants to give u...
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Season 1
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Episode 1352
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5:48
Music Monday: The Story Behind a Beloved Hymn
Have you ever wondered about the stories behind the hymns we've sung for generations? Today, we uncover the fascinating and unlikely origin of "Oh How I Love Jesus," a beloved hymn with a surprisingly divided history.What many don't realize...
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Season 1
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Episode 1351
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5:23
When God Has Perfect Timing (And a Sense of Humor)
Have you ever faced a situation that seemed utterly hopeless, only to witness a last-minute miracle? The remarkable rescue of Dallas Theological Seminary reveals the perfect timing of divine provision.Founded in 1924 by Dr. Lewis Sperry Cha...
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Season 1
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Episode 1350
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6:06