Giving Light Devotional Podcast

God is a relational God who speaks to us, His children. In this episode, Dr. Melodye Hilton highlights some of the purposes and benefits of hearing God’s voice. EPISODE PAGE

When we don’t have a clear view of God, it's hard for us to genuinely commune with Him or rightly reflect His character to others. Today’s episode talks through our need for the Word of God that reveals His true nature. EPISODE PAGE

The Bible is full of individuals who burned with the fire of God’s presence. In today’s devotional, we hope to inspire you to press in and become one of those burning ones. EPISODE PAGE

“Whom the Lord loves, He disciplines.” In this week’s devotional, we’ll look at this verse in light of who God is as our Heavenly Father and what it means for us, His sons and daughters. For Scriptures, devotional questions, worship songs, and more: visit the EPISODE PAGE HERE

It should not surprise you that the Kingdom of God operates differently or even exactly the opposite of the rest of the world. In today’s devotional, we will examine the type of attitude that it takes to truly advance in the Kingdom of God. EPISODE PAGE for corresponding devotional questions, Scriptures, activation, and worship songs.

What do you do when your plans don’t pan out the way you thought they would? Why is it that you can do everything right and still experience suffering? How do we find peace when circumstances are out of our control? In this episode, we will explore these questions and more. We’ll look at some Biblical authors who wrestled with the same frustrations, and we’ll hear what Jesus has to say in response. EPISODE PAGE

The difficulties of life can deal out painful lessons. In today’s devotional, we talk about God’s desire to reveal His good nature in everyone of our life circumstances. EPISODE PAGE (Devotional Questions, Scriptures, Worship Songs, Activations)

We become an instrument of justice when we use our power (ability, influence, gifts) for the good of others. In today’s devotional, Dr. Melodye Hilton shares our God-given responsibility to be doers of justice in this life. Visit the EPISODE PAGE with corresponding devotional questions, Scriptures, activation, and songs for worship

If you have the capacity to love God and love others, you have the ability to love yourself. In today’s devotional, guest host Shamone Lewin shines a light on the topic of loving your neighbor as yourself. For devotional questions, Scriptures, songs, and more: VISIT THE EPISODE PAGE

Our world can become saturated with distractions. In today’s devotional, guest host, Rebecca Hilton leads us into what it means to break open the alabaster bottle of your life at the feet of Jesus. Visit the EPISODE PAGE for corresponding devotional questions, Scriptures, activation, and worship songs.

Have you ever gotten stuck searching for your purpose in life or maybe believing that you have nothing good to give? In this week’s devotional, Katie Stansfield encourages us that God isn’t looking for our perfection or even our readiness, all He wants is our YES to Him to use what He has put in our hands to use. Visit the EPISODE PAGE for corresponding Scriptures, devotional questions, activation, and worship songs.

What you fill your heart with will affect your whole life. In this week’s devotional, Pastor Steve Hilton reminds us to pay attention to the words that are feeding us and whether they are leading us on a path of death or of life. Visit the EPISODE PAGE for corresponding devotional questions, Scriptures, activation, and worship songs. For more resources from Giving Light, visit www.givinglight.org.

Have you ever found yourself going through the motions of a religious life yet feeling unfulfilled? In this episode, we’ll take a look at what Jesus says is the way to abundant life and explore examples of what real faith in Jesus looks like. EPISODE PAGE

Having desire and having our desires fulfilled should be a part of the normal Christian life. In today’s episode, you’ll be challenged not to stifle your God-given ability to desire. EPISODE PAGE For a full, expanded message on this topic, listen to "Stewarding the Gift of Desire" here on Apple or Spotify.

Anyone who says sunshine brings happiness has never danced in the rain. Today’s devotional encourages you to put your praise on in all circumstances. EPISODE PAGE

Have you ever wondered why God’s people SHOUT in church? In today’s episode, we’ll talk about the Biblical precedent for shouting in worship as one of the many expressions of praise. EPISODE PAGE

In today’s devotional, we encourage you not to forget the benefits and the transformative power of God’s Word. Find devotional questions, Scriptures, worship songs and more on the EPISODE PAGE.

In this episode, we’ll explore the attitude of what unity is and what it is not. EPISODE PAGE

The cultivation of life-giving relationships is a continual process. In today’s devotional, we look at the benefits of walking in unity. EPISODE PAGE

Did you know that the need for connection is a part of your created design? In today’s episode, we are going to expose the lies of the enemy that keep you isolated and disconnected. EPISODE PAGE

Many of the internal issues and struggles we face come down to the mind space that we are giving to certain things. In today’s devotion we are going to give you a simple key to unlock a victorious thought life. EPISODE PAGE

We believe that Kingdom transformation begins with compassion. In today’s devotional, we are going to examine how Jesus displayed compassion throughout His ministry. EPISODE PAGE

Have you ever wondered if you could be free from fear? In today’s devotional, we’re going to share with you what it takes to cast out fear once and for all. EPISODE PAGE

We all have go-to phrases that we find ourselves always saying. Today, Pastor Steve Hilton talks about one of the go-to phrases that God speaks over you. EPISODE PAGE

Competition and rivalry have been around since the beginning of time. In this week’s devotional, be reminded that God created us uniquely, each with unchanging and incomparable value. We are not in competition for His affection or for our place in this world. EPISODE PAGE

Bravery is an admirable and desirable trait, but being brave can be intimidating because it requires us to step outside of our comfort zone. In this week’s devotional, be challenged and encouraged knowing that you were called to and you were made for bravery. EPISODE PAGE

A conduit is a vessel that both receives into it and gives out from it. In today’s episode, we will examine what it means to be conduit of life as a child of God and as a part of the Body of Christ. EPISODE PAGE

Today’s devotional examines the depths of what it means to bless the Lord with all that is within us. EPISODE PAGE

Fear leads us into bondage. Today’s devotion is a challenge to step out, speak up, and receive the freedom that Christ provides. EPISODE PAGE

Like it or not, change is inevitable. So why don’t we prepare ourselves for it? In this episode, we’ll talk about posturing our hearts to remaining committed to following God wherever He leads us, even if it means trusting Him in the midst of a new and changing normal. EPISODE PAGE

Nobody likes to feel like they’re in trouble. Since the garden of Eden, we as human beings have been trying to cover up our wrongdoings. Why is that? In this episode, we’ll learn about leaning in to the conviction of the Holy Spirit and the perfect love that casts out fear, renews our mind, and transforms us from the inside out. EPISODE PAGE

Have you been giving the distractions in your life too much attention? In today’s episode, we talk about removing another obstacle to seizing your moment. EPISODE PAGE

Playing the blame game is never fun, especially when you surrender your power over to your circumstances. In today’s episode, we are going to confront the first obstacle to seizing your moment: blame. EPISODE PAGE

It’s so easy to get caught up in fake news and be stirred by the voices around us. In this episode, we talk about the necessary key to break free from this vicious cycle of confusion, fear and anger. EPISODE PAGE

Jesus commands us to love our neighbors as ourselves. In today’s episode we’ll lay a foundation for community transformation. EPISODE PAGE

Pulling from the wisdom of Psalm 73, in today’s episode, we are reminded that on our own, we carry a limited perspective that can often lead to trouble. When we choose to enter into the presence of the Lord and cast our cares on Him, everything changes in the light of an eternal vantage point. EPISODE PAGE

In today’s episode, we discuss what it means to take every thought captive and make it obedient to Christ. Get ready to prepare your mind for action. EPISODE PAGE

Did you know that your tongue has the ability to empower life? In today’s episode, we talk about the responsibility we have as Believers to steward the power of our tongue. EPISODE PAGE

In this episode, Dr. Melodye Hilton shares how when you carry the light, you need not fear the darkness. EPISODE PAGE

God created every human being in His image and likeness. Today, we hear from Dr. Melodye Hilton on the absolute importance of valuing all of humanity. EPISODE PAGE

Have you ever been led by the Holy Spirit to do something that you didn’t quite understand? In today’s devotional, we’ll look at what it means to be a believer and how that truth encompasses every area of our life. EPISODE PAGE

You will never stand out by fitting in. God has given you a unique calling and identity. In this week’s devotional, Dr. Melodye Hilton shares on embracing your role and avoiding the comparison trap we often fall into. EPISODE PAGE

What does friendship with God look like? In this episode, Pastor Joel Hilton shares the relational boundaries that Jesus put in place that help our friendship with Him to thrive. EPISODE PAGE

This week we talk with Rebecca Hilton about what the Bible means when it says that we have been adopted into the family of God. EPISODE PAGE

In this episode, we’ll take a look at Moses and his choice to only move forward if it meant going with God. Your calling is not a destination; it’s an invitation to intimacy. EPISODE PAGE

Jesus already possessed the reality of Heaven in the middle of the storm. In this short episode, we’ll learn the powerful truth that peace is not the absence of a storm; peace is the presence of Jesus. EPISODE PAGE

Generosity is part of the nature of God and the economy of His Kingdom. This means that we too are called to live generously. In this episode, we’ll talk with Katie Stansfield about how creating boundaries helps us to create postures and rhythms of an openhanded way of thinking and living. EPISODE PAGE

We were created in the image and likeness of our Father God. But what is He like? We have to know who He is in order to really embrace our identity as His sons and daughters. In this episode, we’ll talk with Katie Stansfield about God’s nature of generosity and what that means for us. EPISODE PAGE

No matter what situation he found himself in, the Apostle Paul was able to govern himself through Christ who strengthened him. In today’s episode, we’ll glean from Paul and learn the steps to walking in contentment without worry, anxiety or restlessness. EPISODE PAGE

Why would we have joy when faced with trials? The Bible instructs us to do this, but sometimes it’s hard to know how or why. In today’s episode, we’ll learn how joy is actually prophetic discernment and how to put it into action in our lives. Find Scriptures, questions, and songs for this episde on the EPISODE PAGE.

Because perfect love casts out fear, abiding in God’s love is imperative. In today’s episode, we continue our interview with Dr. Melodye Hilton and discover the second and third levels of ego-centric fear. Be sure to check out the episode page for extra resources to help activate these truths. EPISODE PAGE