Author: Aletha Cress Oglesby, M.D.

As a family physician, I explore the HEART of HEALTH in my work, recreation, community, and through writing. My blog, Watercress Words, informs and inspires us to live in health. I believe we can turn our health challenges into healthy opportunities. When we do, we can share the HEART of health with our families, communities, and the world. Come explore and share with me.

Sneezing Jesus@Daily Audio Bible

Brian Hardin has been podcasting the Bible to hundreds of thousands for over a decade, leading people through the whole Bible every year. Now he’s also reading his best selling book, Sneezing Jesus: How God Redeems Our Humanity

I’ve shared here before about how I use the Daily Audio Bible to listen to the Bible. And now, I’m also listening to Brian Hardin read his book, Sneezing Jesus, at the same site-and it’s free.

Sneezing Jesus: How God Redeems Our Humanity 

Brian Hardin, creator of Daily Audio Bible, reads from the Old Testament, New Testament, Psalms and Proverbs every day of the year. Beginning on March 25, 2020 and every 2-3 days thereafter, he has recorded a chapter from Sneezing Jesus.

In Sneezing Jesus, Brian Hardin journeys through vivid Gospel stories that point to a revolutionary truth: if Jesus took on normal humanity, then His death and resurrection didn’t just save our souls–they redeem our human lives on earth, here and now.

from the DAB website

At DAB there are versions available for kids and teens, and in multiple languages including Spanish, French, Arabic, and Japanese.

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How to listen

Accessing the DAB is easy – and FREE.

And that’s not all

Now there is another option- a daily devotional book to read along with the daily Bible readings.

The One Year Adventure with the God of Your Story by Brian Hardin

The daily devotional entries parallel the readings that Brian does each day.

Brian Hardin has been podcasting the Bible to hundreds of thousands for over a decade, leading people through the whole Bible every year. Now he’s putting his love of the daily reading of Scripture on to the page. In this collection of 365 readings, you’ll be surprised by how often what you read in the Bible will be a mirror into your own heart and motives.

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I also reading the devotional that parallels the daily Bible readings. But I want to share a quote from the January 5 entry, when Brian introduces the Sermon on the Mount in Matthew 5. It’s one of my favorite passages of scripture and I’ve shared several blog posts using verses from it.

In Matthew’s gospel Jesus began to teach one of his foundational messages known as the Sermon on the Mount. This disruptive message describes a world that we long for but have no idea how to achieve-which may be the point.

 Jesus spoke of the countless blessings (the Beatitudes) for those who reach the end of their own strength and ability only to find God there. We are happiest when we depend on God for everything we are and everything we will ever be

Brian Hardin

The Daily Audio Bible is supported by donations and sales of products on the website. This blog gains no financial benefit from them and DAB did not compensate me for this blog post.

sharing faith, hope, and love with DAB

I hope you will listen to Sneezing Jesus along with me at Daily Audio Bible. It will only cost you a little time but I think you will find it a worthwhile investment.

Dr. Aletha
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Some posts from the Sermon on the Mount on this blog

Answers to your questions about COVID-19

The post discusses COVID-19, summarizing key information from the CDC and other health agencies. It outlines symptoms, preventive measures like hand washing, and emphasizes community efforts to combat the virus. It also addresses managing anxiety and the importance of seeking support during these challenging times, highlighting the disease’s significant impact on daily life.

update February 11, 2025

The CDC website has moved all articles about COVID-19, SARS-CoV-2, into its archives. This post may have CDC links that are no longer active, or have moved. You may be directed to the new link at the CDC website.

I’ve been posting about COVID-19 regularly on Facebook and Instagram and I hope you’ve been following. If so, this post will be a re-cap; if not, I hope you learn something. Most of this information comes from the CDC, Centers for Control and Prevention, and some from state, local, and private health agencies.

You may want to proceed to this updated review of COVID-19.

Fighting COVID-19 in 2021-it’s not over yet

In this post, I’m offering a graphic review of COVID-19 and what we can still do to prevent infections IN ADDITION TO getting vaccinated. Until we achieve wide spread immunity through vaccination the risk of infection and death are still present and still just as real.

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what are the symptoms of covid-19?

symptoms of COVID-19-fever, cough, shortness of breath
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how can i keep myself and my family from being infected with covid-19?

avoid contact with sick people, do not touch your eyes, nose, mouth; wash hand often
Until we have a vaccine, the single most important prevention is frequent hand washing.

how is covid-19 different from colds, flu, and allergies?

covid-19 vs other respiratory illnesses

What else can we do to stay safe from covid-19?

should we be afraid of covid-19?

MANAGE ANXIETY-DON'T BE AFRAID-BE SMART
managing covid-19 anxiety

exploring the HEART of health by understanding COVID-19

Thanks for reviewing this outline of this new disease that we are all learning about and that has changed our lives so drastically. I appreciate the CDC and other sources for making these easy to understand graphics available.

COVID-19 is a new, serious, contagious health risk that concerns the medical community as well as government, schools, business, religious groups, charities, and private citizens. These communities have banded together quickly to develop plans to manage this threat effectively.

Just like other challenges we face, it can be daunting and sometimes scary; but sometimes that’s when we accomplish the greatest good in the long run.

At times you may feel stressed, anxious, have trouble sleeping, or feel afraid. Seek the support of family, friends, clergy, and health professionals.

And if you find your anxiety becoming overwhelming, don’t hesitate to contact someone you trust for help. No one of us has to go through alone.

Dr. Aletha
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