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A short, weekday podcast for your morning prayer time. The listener will hear the weekly lectionary text for the Christian Church, a short reflection over the text, and a daily prayer at the beginning of the day. It's perfect for that first cup of coffee or during the morning commute.

Joe Skillen


    • Dec 6, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
    • weekdays NEW EPISODES
    • 9m AVG DURATION
    • 1,645 EPISODES

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    The When I Rise podcast is truly a gift in these challenging times. It has become an essential part of my daily routine, as there is no better way to start the day than by listening to what God has in store for us. Each episode uplifts my spirits and reassures me that no matter how difficult things may be, God has everything under control. Joe, the host of the podcast, has a way of conveying God's message with such clarity and warmth that it feels like a personal conversation with Him.

    One of the best aspects of The When I Rise podcast is its ability to provide deep insight into scripture in a short amount of time. The episodes are just the right length, allowing Joe to delve into the meaning behind each passage while keeping it concise and impactful. I appreciate how he takes the time to explain key concepts, historical context, and even personal experiences that relate to the scripture. It truly enriches my understanding and encourages me to dig deeper into my own faith.

    Another great aspect of this podcast is its ability to create an environment conducive to prayer. After listening to Joe's commentary on scripture, I find myself naturally transitioning into prayer and reflection. His words have a way of setting the tone for a meaningful conversation with God, where I can express my gratitude, concerns, and hopes for the day ahead. This podcast serves as my morning devotional that aligns my heart and mind with God's will.

    While The When I Rise podcast has many outstanding qualities, one potential drawback could be its focus solely on Christianity. As an inclusive review writer who values diversity in spiritual beliefs, it would be beneficial if the podcast explored various perspectives or engaged with listeners from different faith backgrounds. This would allow for a more inclusive experience and foster conversations about spirituality among people from different walks of life.

    In conclusion, The When I Rise podcast is a beacon of light in these trying times. Its ability to provide insightful commentary on scripture, foster a prayerful mindset, and encourage personal reflection makes it an invaluable resource for starting the day with God. Joe's warm and relatable approach to sharing God's message is both comforting and inspiring. I highly recommend this podcast to anyone seeking daily guidance, encouragement, and a deeper connection with their faith.



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    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 6, 2025 6:30


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    12/5/25 | Isaiah 11:1-10

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 5, 2025 9:09


    Year A, Second Sunday of Advent

    12/4/25 | Romans 15:4-13

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2025 12:07


    Year A, Second Sunday of Advent

    12/3/25 | Acts 4:32-37

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 3, 2025 8:34


    Year A, Second Sunday of Advent

    12/2/25 | Psalm 72:1-7, 18-19

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 2, 2025 10:46


    Year A, Second Sunday of Advent

    12/1/25 | Matthew 3:1-12

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2025 10:13


    Year A, Second Sunday of Advent*I'm sorry that I have the same background music for sections 2 and 3. I'll do better tomorrow.

    11/28/25 | Isaiah 2:1-5

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 28, 2025 11:06


    Year A, First Sunday of AdventHere is a link to that weapons-to-garden-tools site.

    11/27/25 | Philippians 4:4-9

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 27, 2025 9:37


    Year A, Thanksgiving Day

    11/26/25 | Romans 13:11-14

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 26, 2025 8:59


    Year A, First Sunday of Advent*Parents! There is a line in today's passage that contains adult themes.

    11/25/25 | Psalm 122

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 25, 2025 12:23


    Year A, First Sunday of Advent

    11/24/25 | Matthew 24:36-44

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 24, 2025 12:22


    Year A, First Sunday of Advent

    11/21/25 | Luke 23:33-43

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 21, 2025 6:54


    Year C, Proper 29, Twenty-fourth Sunday After PentecostReign of Christ

    11/20/25 | Colossians 1:11-20

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 20, 2025 12:17


    Year C, Proper 29, Twenty-fourth Sunday After PentecostReign of Christ

    11/19/25 | Luke 1:68-79

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 19, 2025 10:32


    Year C, Proper 29, Twenty-fourth Sunday After PentecostReign of Christ Sunday*I think I said this was John's mom who said these things; it was actually John's dad who prophesied these words—my mistake.*Here is the quotation I mentioned in the reflection: "O God, help me believe the truth about myself, no matter how beautiful." -Macrina Weiderkehr

    11/18/25 | Psalm 46

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 18, 2025 9:28


    Year C, Proper 29, Twenty-fourth Sunday After PentecostReign of Christ Sunday

    11/17/25 | Jeremiah 23:1-6

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 17, 2025 9:50


    Year C, Proper 29, Twenty-fourth Sunday After PentecostReign of Christ Sunday

    11/14/25 | Luke 21:5-19

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2025 9:35


    Year C, Proper 28, Twenty-third Sunday After Pentecost

    11/13/25 | 2 Thessalonians 3: 6-15

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2025 11:16


    Year C, Proper 28, Twenty-third Sunday After Pentecost*Early birds- I'm sorry I had the wrong episode up first. I'll do better tomorrow.

    11/13/25 | 2 Thessalonians 3:6-15

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2025 8:47


    Year C, Proper 28, Twenty-third Sunday After Pentecost

    11/12/25 | Isaiah 12

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 12, 2025 8:47


    Year C, Proper 28, Twenty-third Sunday After Pentecost

    11/11/25 | Psalm 98

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2025 8:51


    Year C, Proper 28, Twenty-third Sunday After PentecostHere is a link to the Crowder song.

    11/10/25 | Isaiah 65:17-25

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2025 11:11


    Year C, Proper 28, Twenty-third Sunday After Pentecost

    11/7/25 | Luke 20:27-38

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 7, 2025 12:55


    Year C, Proper 27, Twenty-second Sunday After PentecostI'm sorry, I have the wrong background music on the last segment. I caught it too late. Here is a link to "The Guest House."

    11/6/25 | 2 Thessalonians 2:1-5, 13-17

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2025 10:41


    Year C, Proper 27, Twenty-second Sunday After Pentecost

    11/5/25 | Psalm 17:1-9

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 5, 2025 9:00


    Year C, Proper 27, Twenty-second Sunday After Pentecost

    11/4/25 | Psalm 145:1-5, 17-21

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2025 8:07


    Year C, Proper 27, Twenty-second Sunday After Pentecost

    11/3/25 | Haggai 2:1-9

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2025 10:19


    Year C, Proper 27, Twenty-second Sunday After Pentecost

    10/31/25 | Luke 19:1-10

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2025 10:18


    Year C, Proper 25, Twenty-first Sunday After Pentecost

    10/30/25 | 2 Thessalonians 1:1-4, 11-12

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2025 12:51


    Year C, Proper 26, Twenty-first Sunday After Pentecost

    10/29/25 | Psalm 32:1-7

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 29, 2025 9:35


    Year C, Proper 26, Twenty-first Sunday After Pentecost

    10/28/25 | Psalm 119:137-144

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2025 10:08


    Year C, Proper 26, Twenty-first Sunday After Pentecost

    10/27/25 | Habakkuk 1:1-4, 2:14

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2025 14:40


    Year C, Proper 26, Twenty-first Sunday After PentecostHere is the link to Breathless Haste. Go get it.

    10/24/25 | Luke 18:9-14

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 24, 2025 12:12


    Year C, Proper 25, Twentieth Sunday After Pentecost

    10/23/25 | 2 Timothy 4:6-8, 16-18

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2025 8:07


    Year C, Proper 25, Twentieth Sunday After Pentecost

    10/22/25 | Psalm 84:1-7

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 22, 2025 8:51


    Year C, Proper 25, Twentieth Sunday After Pentecost

    10/21/25 | Psalm 65

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2025 10:26


    Year C, Proper 25, Twentieth Sunday After Pentecost

    10/20/25 | Joel 2:23-32

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2025 14:33


    Year C, Proper 25, Twentieth Sunday After Pentecost

    10/17/25 | Luke 18:1-8

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2025 12:11


    Year C, Proper 24, Nineteenth Sunday After Pentecost

    10/16/25 | 2 Timothy 3:14-4:5

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 16, 2025 11:17


    Year C, Proper 24, Nineteenth Sunday After Pentecost

    10/15/2025 | Psalm 121

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 15, 2025 9:04


    Year C, Proper 24, Nineteenth Sunday After Pentecost

    10/14/25 | Psalm 119:97-104

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2025 9:01


    Year C, Proper 24, Ninteenth Sunday After Pentecost

    10/13/25 | Jeremiah 31:27-34

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 13, 2025 10:05


    Year C, Proper 24, Nineteenth Sunday After Pentecost+ Please excuse the yawn. I had to record pretty late on Sunday evening after a busy weekend. I'll do better tomorrow.

    10/10/25 | Luke 17:11-19

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 10, 2025 8:56


    Year C, Proper 23, Eighteenth Sunday After Pentecost

    10/9/25 | 2 Timothy 2:8-15

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2025 10:26


    Year C, Proper 23, Eighteenth Sunday After Pentecost

    10/8/25 | 2 Kings 5:1-3, 7-15

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 8, 2025 10:50


    Year C, Proper 23, Eighteenth Sunday After Pentecost

    10/7/25 | Psalm 66:1-12

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2025 7:48


    Year C, Proper 23, Eighteenth Sunday After Pentecost

    10/6/25 | Jeremiah 29:1, 4-7

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 6, 2025 10:12


    Year C, Proper 23, Eighteenth Sunday After Pentecost

    10/3/25 | Luke 17:5-10

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2025 9:25


    Year C, Proper 22, Seventeenth Sunday After Pentecost

    10/2/25 | 2 Timothy 1:1-14

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2025 10:01


    Year C, Proper 22, Seventeenth Sunday After Pentecost

    10/1/25 | Psalm 37:1-9

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 1, 2025 10:09


    Year C, Proper 22, Seventeenth Sunday After Pentecost

    9/30/25 | Psalm 137

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2025 12:35


    Year C, Proper 22, Seventeenth Sunday After PentecostExamen Questions:Am I becoming more or less easily irritated these days?Am I becoming more or less loving these days?

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