A daily podcast of reflective, prayerful Scripture reading by Sharon Garlough Brown
The Daily Lectio Divina podcast is an absolute gem for anyone seeking to develop a spiritual discipline and engage in meaningful prayer and meditation. After reading the author's books, I was inspired to start practicing Lectio Divina, and this podcast was the perfect answer to my prayers. From the soothing voice of the presenter to the carefully chosen background music, every element of this podcast is crafted with thoughtfulness and intentionality.
One of the best aspects of The Daily Lectio Divina podcast is the presenter's voice. The tone is soothing and calming, creating a peaceful atmosphere that allows for deep reflection and connection with God. Additionally, I appreciate the repetition of the Lectio Divina for each day, as it helps to internalize and absorb the message of scripture. The background music is also well-balanced, never overpowering or distracting from the main content.
Another standout feature of this podcast is its structure. Each episode lasts between 12-15 minutes, making it easily accessible for daily practice during quiet time. The passages chosen for each day are only 2-4 verses long, which allows ample time for focused contemplation on a specific portion of scripture. This intentional brevity promotes deeper understanding and connection with God's word.
In terms of negative aspects, it is difficult to find any significant flaws with The Daily Lectio Divina podcast. Perhaps some listeners may prefer longer episodes or more variety in terms of scripture passages. However, these potential drawbacks are largely subjective and do not detract from the overall quality and effectiveness of this podcast.
In conclusion, The Daily Lectio Divina podcast is an outstanding resource for anyone seeking a guided experience of prayer and meditation through Lectio Divina. Sharon's voice brings a sense of peace that allows listeners to truly listen to God's guidance without distraction or expectation. The careful selection of scripture passages paired with thoughtful presentation makes this podcast an essential part of one's spiritual life. I highly recommend it to anyone looking to deepen their relationship with God and engage in a daily practice of reflection and prayer.
Ezekiel 37:9-14; Music: "Mountain" by Stephen Keech, licensed by Soundstripe
Ezekiel 37:1-8; Music: "When Forests Catch Fire" by Kurtis Parks, licensed by Soundstripe
John 20:19-23; Music: "Ever and Ever" by AEROPLANES, licensed by Soundstripe
Romans 12:13-16; Music: "When All Have Left" by Kurtis Parks, licensed by Soundstripe
Romans 12:9-12; Music: "Rest" by Acreage, licensed by Soundstripe
Luke 24:49-53; Music: "Moving Forward" by Kurtis Parks, licensed by Soundstripe
Luke 24:44-48; Music: "Mountain" by Stephen Keech, licensed by Soundstripe
John 17:6-11; Music: "Mercy" by Stephen Keech, licensed by Soundstripe
Psalm 93; Music: "Giving Up and Letting Go" by Outside the Sky, licensed by Soundstripe
John 14:27-29; Music: "Everything and Nothing All at Once" by Acreage, licensed by Soundstripe
John 14:23-26; Music: "Ever and Ever" by AEROPLANES, licensed by Soundstripe
Revelation 22:3-5; Music: "Dance of the Dying Swan" by Enoch Yang, licensed by Soundstripe
Revelation 21:26-22:2; Music: "Coming Storm" by Four Trees, licensed by Soundstripe
Revelation 21:10. 22-25; Music: "Coral" by Fair Frame, licensed by Soundstripe
Psalm 85:8-13; Music: "Breathe the Free Air" by Stephen Keech, licensed by Soundstripe
John 14:11-14; Music: "When Forests Catch Fire" by Kurtis Parks, licensed by Soundstripe
John 14:7-10; Music: "In Loving Remembrance" by Outside the Sky, licensed by Soundstripe
John 14:1-6; Music: "Giving Up and Letting Go" by Outside the Sky, licensed by Soundstripe
1 Peter 2:7-10; Music: "Everything and Nothing All at Once" by Acreage, licensed by Soundstripe
1 Peter 2:2-6; Music: "Coral" by Fair Frame, licensed by Soundstripe
Psalm 31:1-5; Music: "Coral" by Fair Frame, licensed by Soundstripe
Luke 24:19-24; Music: "Lighthouse" by Marie, licensed by Soundstripe
Luke 24:13-19a; Music: "Giving Up and Letting Go" by Outside the Sky, licensed by Soundstripe
1 Peter 1:17-21; Music: "Ever and Ever" by AEROPLANES, licensed by Soundstripe
Psalm 116:1-9; Music: "Mercy" by Stephen Keech, licensed by Soundstripe
1 John 3:21-24; Music: "In Loving Remembrance" by Outside the Sky, licensed by Soundstripe
1 John 3:16-20; Music: "When Forests Catch Fire" by Kurtis Parks, licensed by Soundstripe
Luke 24:44-48; Music: "Lighthouse" by Marie, licensed by Soundstripe
Luke 24:36b-43; Music: "Mercy" by Stephen Keech, licensed by Soundstripe
Psalm 4; Music: "Mountain" by Stephen Keech, licensed by Soundstripe
1 John 3:4-7; Music: "Moving Forward" by Kurtis Parks licensed by Soundstripe
1 John 3:1-3; Music: "Only" by Acreage, licensed by Soundstripe
Acts 3:12-19; Music: "Our Memories" by AEROPLANES, licensed by Soundstripe
John 20:24-31 (NRSV); Music: "When Forests Catch Fire" by Kurtis Parks, licensed by Soundstripe
John 20:19-23 (NRSV); Music: "Ever and Ever" by AEROPLANES, licensed by Soundstripe
Acts 4:32-35 (NRSV); Music: "Rest" by Acreage, licensed by Soundstripe
Psalm 133; Music:"When All Have Left" by Kurtis Parks, licensed by Soundstripe
1 John 1:6-2:2; Music:"Words for a Good Man" by Lost Ghosts, licensed by Soundstripe
1 John 1:1-5; Music:"When Forests Catch Fire" by Kurtis Parks, licensed by Soundstripe
Matthew 28:1-10; Music:"Crown Him With Many Crowns" by Royalty Free Music
Matthew 27:57-66; Music:"Breathe the Free Air" by Stephen Keech, licensed by Soundstripe.
Isaiah 53:1-5; Music:"Redemption" by Alice in Winter, licensed by Soundstripe.
1 Corinthians 11:23-26; Music:"Words for a Good Man" by Lost Ghosts, licensed by Soundstripe.
Mark 14:1-9; Music:"Coral" by Fair Frame, licensed by Soundstripe.
Psalm 36:5-10; Music:"Mountain" by Stephen Keech, licensed by Soundstripe.
Isaiah 42:1-4; Music:"Mercy" by Stephen Keech, licensed by Soundstripe.
Matthew 21:6-11; Music:"Moving Forward" by Kurtis Parks, licensed by Soundstripe.
Matthew 21:1-5; Music:"Only" by Acreage, licensed by Soundstripe.
Psalm 31:9-16; Music:"Our Memories" by AEROPLANES, licensed by Soundstripe.
Philippians 2:5-11; Music:"When All Have Left" by Kurtis Parks, licensed by Soundstripe.
Isaiah 50:4-9a; Music:"When Forests Catch Fire" by Stephen Keech, licensed by Soundstripe.