Episodes
This guided meditation and prayer from Psalm 86 will help you stand strong by remembering and relying on God’s character and strength.   Get your FREE Praying with The Psalms Journal here.   Psalm 86 is a heartfelt prayer from David, who cried out to God while facing unjust attacks from his enemies. Though David confronted ruthless foes who sought to take his life, this prayer serves as a reminder that we all have enemies—whether external challenges, difficult people, or internal...
Published 11/18/24
This guided meditation and prayer from Psalm 46 will remind you that God is not shaken, and we can rest in him, even when our circumstances feel turbulent.   Get your FREE Praying with The Psalms Journal here.   In a world that feels increasingly turbulent—whether it’s the US elections, ongoing wars, social unrest, or other distressing events—it’s easy to feel like the ground is shifting beneath our feet. This uncertainty can weigh heavily on our hearts.   But Psalm 46 brings a powerful...
Published 11/11/24
This guided meditation and prayer from Psalm 130 reminds us that God is worth waiting on, especially when life feels chaotic and out of control.   Get your FREE Praying with The Psalms Journal here.   Psalm 130 begins: “Out of the depths I cry to you, Lord.” The Psalmist's distress is palpable, reflecting a situation that feels overwhelming—whether for himself or his entire community. It’s a cry that resonates with us today as we navigate personal struggles and the brokenness in our...
Published 11/04/24
This guided Christian meditation from Psalm 141 creates space to pray and seek God’s help, especially regarding our words.   Get your FREE Praying with The Psalms Journal here.   Ever wish you could hit rewind and take back something you said? Maybe it was a harsh tone, biting sarcasm, or a juicy piece of gossip. It’s easy to let words slip out—and once they do, it’s just as easy to wish we could take them back.   The truth is, those words that slip out might feel satisfying in the...
Published 10/28/24
This guided Christian meditation from Psalm 139 reminds us that God created us—and everyone around us—with beautiful intention and purpose.   Get your FREE Praying with The Psalms Journal here.   Ever wish God had made you differently? Or what about that person who seems to get under your skin... Do you ever think, If only they were a little different, life would be easier, right? But Psalm 139:13-16 reminds us that God was incredibly deliberate when he created you and everyone around...
Published 10/21/24
This Christian meditation and prayer on Psalm 71 reminds us of God’s power to restore and renew. Get your FREE Praying with The Psalms Journal here. Will God redeem the mess? Will He restore what’s been broken? Scripture gives a resounding “yes”—but restoration doesn’t always mean returning to how things were. God’s work is often about transformation, making something new from the broken pieces. If you’re feeling unsure about what God can do with your challenges, take heart. Your God is...
Published 10/14/24
This Christian meditation and prayer from Psalm 25 invites us to ask God to direct our steps. Get your FREE Praying with The Psalms Journal here. Is there an area in your life where you fear God could let you down? You aren’t alone. David, the author of Psalm 25, expressed this same fear to God when he said: “Do not let me be disgraced; do not let my enemies gloat over me.” And then David reminded his soul that God is trustworthy; therefore, he would not be disgraced if he waited on God. ...
Published 10/07/24
This guided Christian meditation from Psalm 37 will strengthen you to change your fretting into faith as you remember that God will bring justice in his time and way. Get your FREE Do Not Be Afraid Guided Meditation Journal here. Let’s talk about justice. Or, really, the lack of justice.   Evil seems to be winning. The underhanded always seem to get ahead. Injustices seem to go unanswered.   We fear God may never set things right.   But our faith says he will. Revelation 21 reminds...
Published 09/30/24
This guided Christian meditation from Matthew 6 will help you remember that God cares about your future and will meet your needs.   Get your FREE Do Not Be Afraid Guided Meditation Journal here.   Will there be enough for tomorrow? What if the economy collapses? Will I lose all I have? There’s no shortage of fears swirling around about the economy and our future.   While there is wisdom in preparing for our future through wise living and saving, we cannot let what we’ve stored away,...
Published 09/23/24
This guided Christian meditation from Psalm 23 will ease your fears about walking through difficult seasons.   Get your FREE Do Not Be Afraid Guided Meditation Journal here.   If we’re in a dark valley, we fear— Will we ever find the other side? Will life ever feel normal again?   If we aren’t in a dark valley— We fear we’ll be taken there soon.   The fear of living in pain, loss, and difficulty can be paralyzing.   There is no doubt we will all walk through difficult seasons. ...
Published 09/16/24
This guided Christian meditation from Philippians 4 will help you release the anxiety and fear you feel about the future of our world.   Get your FREE Do Not Be Afraid Guided Meditation Journal here.   Dire predictions about world events and the coming US election fill us with fear and confusion.   So much feels out of our control. And with so many voices speaking in, many of them spreading disinformation, how do we even know what to do or how to respond?   It’s easy to get...
Published 09/09/24
This guided Christian meditation in Isaiah 41 reminds us that we are called, chosen, and upheld by God. He is with us, and therefore we have nothing to fear. Get your FREE Do Not Be Afraid Guided Meditation Journal here. Ancient Israel wandered away from God—but God never gave up on them. They were his called, chosen, and upheld people.   Isaiah’s words were a balm to their wayward souls. And they are strong words to comfort and encourage us today.   God is with you. You are his...
Published 09/02/24
This guided Christian meditation in Joshua 1 reminds us we can be strong and courageous as we face the future because God is with us. Get your FREE Do Not Be Afraid Guided Meditation Journal here. The fear of the unknown plagues us. What if something happens that turns our lives upside down and inside out? These imagined worst-case scenarios breed fear and anxiety that can spiral out of control. Yet God will not give you the grace to handle your imagined futures, but he will give you the...
Published 08/26/24
This guided Christian meditation in Romans 8 reminds us that there is nothing we can do to separate ourselves from God’s love. We are held secure in his love. Get your FREE Do Not Be Afraid Guided Meditation Journal here. Do you wonder… Will God ever turn away from me? Even if I’m really awful? If my loved one walks away from their faith, will they still be with me in heaven? Am I in this difficult season because God is upset with me? Am I being punished?   The core of these questions...
Published 08/19/24
This guided Christian meditation on Psalm 27 declares that God is our light, salvation, and fortress. We will see God’s goodness in this life, so we do not need to be afraid. Get your FREE Do Not Be Afraid Guided Meditation Journal here. Psalm 27 invites us to shift our perspective from fear to trust as it reminds us that whatever we are afraid of cannot destroy us. God holds our lives and our eternity secure in his hands. And with our good God in control, we can be certain that we will...
Published 08/12/24
NEW SERIES: Do Not Be Afraid This guided Christian meditation on John 14 reminds us that Jesus leaves us peace, so we do not need to be afraid. If your heart feels troubled, this meditation will help you find peace. Get your FREE Do Not Be Afraid Guided Meditation Journal here. Some say there are 365 verses of Scripture that tell us not to be afraid, one for each day. I'm not sure that's entirely accurate, but here's what I do know: Scripture speaks about fear A LOT. There is no shortage...
Published 08/05/24
This guided Christian meditation from Isaiah leads you to reflect on how we can know and experience peace, no matter our circumstances.   In this meditation, you will: Consider one area where you are wrestling to maintain peace in your life Reflect on how to find God’s unfailing peace Invite the Spirit to help us take a step toward knowing more peace in our lives   Get your FREE Sacred Summer Guided Meditation Journal here.   This Sacred Summer guided meditation series is designed to...
Published 07/29/24
This guided Christian meditation from Exodus encourages you to reflect on God's love for you and his desire to help you.   In this meditation, you will: Reflect on the truth that God sees you, hears you, and is concerned about you Reflect on God as a rescuer Reflect on God’s graciousness toward us Invite the Spirit to guide you into how you need God to act on your behalf Invite God to help you rest in his character   Get your FREE Sacred Summer Guided Meditation Journal here.   ...
Published 07/22/24
This guided Christian meditation from Acts leads you to reflect on how you can find abundant and lasting joy. In this meditation, you will be invited to: Reflect on the difference between joy and pleasure Reflect on the early church and how they experienced joy Invite the Spirit to guide you into how he is inviting you to know more joy in your life   Get your FREE Sacred Summer Guided Meditation Journal here.   This Sacred Summer guided meditation series is designed to help you stay...
Published 07/15/24
This guided Christian meditation from Galatians will help you reflect on and embrace the freedom Christ gives us.   In this meditation, you will be invited to: Consider what freedom is and isn’t Ask God to help you identify any places where you aren’t experiencing freedom Allow the Spirit to guide you toward freedom in this area of your life   Get your FREE Sacred Summer Guided Meditation Journal here.   This Sacred Summer guided meditation series is designed to help you stay...
Published 07/08/24
This guided Christian meditation from Psalm 100 will help you experience and praise God for his unending love for you. In this meditation, you will be invited to: Become aware of God’s presence with you Praise God for how he made you Praise God that you belong to him, and he cares for you tenderly and completely Praise God for his loyal and enduring love from the beginning of time and into the future   Get your FREE Sacred Summer Guided Meditation Journal here.   This Sacred Summer...
Published 07/01/24
This guided Christian meditation from Solomon’s prayer from 1 Kings 8 will remind you: God hasn’t given up on you. God hasn’t walked out on you. God is a faithful promise keeper with a perfect track record. Our souls need this reminder. This meditation will help you remember God’s perfect faithfulness in the past as you seek his good and wise path for the future. Get your FREE Sacred Summer Guided Meditation Journal here. This Sacred Summer guided meditation series is designed to help...
Published 06/24/24
This guided Christian meditation in Psalm 19 reminds us that God is our Creator and worthy of praise. Get your FREE Sacred Summer Guided Meditation Journal here. Summer is often a season of joy but also a season of distraction. This guided meditation series is designed to help you stay connected to God wherever your summer takes you. It’s a few moments to unplug, take some deep breaths, and hear God’s Word to help you pause and reset.   In this meditation, you will be guided toward awe...
Published 06/17/24
This guided Christian meditation in John 11 reminds us that Jesus is with us in our pain and grief. Get your FREE Peace, Be Still Guided Meditation Journal here.   Often life just doesn’t make sense. Pain, death, disease, evil. We believe God is bigger than all of these things, so why do they still happen. I identify with Mary when she runs out to meet Jesus after her brother, Lazarus, died. She said, “Lord, if you had been here, my brother would not have died.” Mary is asking why....
Published 06/10/24