In Flanders Fields

A Memorial Day Reflection on Sacrifice, Remembrance, and Freedom

Easter Sunday Reflection

Holy Week Reflections

Loneliness isn’t just a feeling—it’s an epidemic. In this reprise episode of Stories From The Road , Dick Foth explores a quiet but powerful battle happening within millions of people today: the battle of loneliness. Drawing from history, personal stories, and timeless wisdom, Dick compares the spread of loneliness to the 1918 Spanish Flu pandemic—widespread, deeply impactful, and often hidden in plain sight. Referencing insights from the American Psychological Association and research by Julian

In this episode of Stories from the Road , Dick Foth reflects on one of the simplest yet most profound words in the English language: “be.” From the famous line in Shakespeare’s Hamlet —“To be or not to be”—to the powerful moment in Exodus when God tells Moses, “I AM who I AM,” Dick explores what it means that God simply is . When life feels uncertain or stormy, we long for something solid and real. In the Scriptures, God reveals Himself as the One who exists, does not change, and remains presen

In “A LEGO World Revisited!” , Dick Foth reflects on the humble beginnings of LEGO and uses those familiar building blocks as a metaphor for life, relationships, faith, and communication. From creativity and patience to the power of words and the nature of God as Creator, this episode invites listeners to consider what they’re building—and what foundations truly matter. A thoughtful, story-rich meditation on how small pieces, faithfully assembled, can shape a meaningful life. The surprising orig

As we step into a new year, Dick Foth reflects on the meaning of time, rhythm, and renewal. Drawing from Scripture, memory, and storytelling, this episode explores why calendars matter — not just as tools for scheduling, but as markers of meaning, commitment, and hope. From Selah and sacred seasons to the creation of light in Genesis, this opening episode of 2026 invites listeners to pause, breathe, and consider what’s shaping the year ahead — and how new creation brings order out of chaos.

Where Science and Spirit Meet!

In this Advent reprise, Dick Foth invites listeners to slow down and experience Christmas through one of the most honest and wonder-filled perspectives imaginable: the eyes of a child . Recorded at Harmony Early Childhood Center, this episode blends thoughtful conversation with preschool teacher Barb Melby and delightful, unscripted moments with three- and four-year-olds as they talk about Christmas, gifts, Jesus’ birth, angels, stars, and songs. Through laughter, innocence, and unexpected wisdo

Episode 64 – Reprise: “When Enemies Become Friends” In this Advent-season reprise, Dick Foth revisits one of his most powerful episodes—a story of war, grace, forgiveness, and the surprising way enemies can become friends. Beginning with the voice of Vera Lynn and the historical weight of December 7th, Dick walks listeners into a remarkable true story from World War II. He tells how Mitsuo Fuchida , the Japanese commander who led the attack on Pearl Harbor, and Jacob DeShazer , an American bombe

In this Thanksgiving-week conversation, Dick Foth and his son-in-law Van Clements explore the deep, practical, and spiritual power of gratitude . From stories about grandchildren and family patterns to reflections on scripture, psychology, and culture, they unpack what it means to live gratefully in a world often marked by stress, negativity, and distraction. Van shares how becoming a grandfather has shaped his desire to be a “non-anxious presence,” and how simple relational moments with his gra

In Episode 62 (Part 1), Dick Foth returns after several weeks away and welcomes his son-in-law, Van Clements, joining from Eugene, Oregon. This conversation introduces a two-part series centered on the power of story — why stories shape us, reach us, and form the thread of human connection. Dick and Van explore how storytelling uniquely impacts the heart, why every civilization depends on stories, and how Jesus Himself often taught through stories. They reflect on Dick’s lifelong experience as a