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[1 Samuel 16:1, 7, 13 NIV] The LORD said to Samuel, "How long will you mourn for Saul, since I have rejected him as king over Israel? Fill your horn with oil and be on your way; I am sending you to Jesse of Bethlehem. I have chosen one of his sons to be king." [7] But the LORD said to Samuel, "Do not consider his appearance or his height, for I have rejected him. The LORD does not look at the things people look at. People look at the outward appearance, but the LORD looks at the heart." [13] So Samuel took the horn of oil and anointed him in the presence of his brothers, and from that day on the Spirit of the LORD came powerfully upon David. Samuel then went to Ramah.David received God's promise ______________ before he received the ______________.[Acts 13:22 NIV] After removing Saul, he made David their king. God testified concerning him: 'I have found David son of Jesse, a man after my own heart; he will do everything I want him to do.'An obedient heart ______________ Gods ______________ over you.[Psalm 27:10 NIV] Though my father and mother forsake me, the LORD will receive me.[Psalm 69:8 NIV] I am a foreigner to my own family, a stranger to my own mother's children;Leadership ______________ long before the ______________.David's primary ______________ was in his ______________ to God[Psalm 27:13 NIV] I remain confident of this: I will see the goodness of the LORD in the land of the living.[Psalm 143:8 NIV] Let the morning bring me word of your unfailing love, for I have put my trust in you. Show me the way I should go, for to you I entrust my life.[1 Samuel 16:19, 21 NIV] Then Saul sent messengers to Jesse and said, "Send me your son David, who is with the sheep." [21] David came to Saul and entered his service. Saul liked him very much, and David became one of his armor-bearers.[1 Samuel 17:32-37 NIV] David said to Saul, "Let no one lose heart on account of this Philistine; your servant will go and fight him." [33] Saul replied, "You are not able to go out against this Philistine and fight him; you are only a young man, and he has been a warrior from his youth." [34] But David said to Saul, "Your servant has been keeping his father's sheep. When a lion or a bear came and carried off a sheep from the flock, [35] I went after it, struck it and rescued the sheep from its mouth. When it turned on me, I seized it by its hair, struck it and killed it. [36] Your servant has killed both the lion and the bear; this uncircumcised Philistine will be like one of them, because he has defied the armies of the living God. [37] The LORD who rescued me from the paw of the lion and the paw of the bear will rescue me from the hand of this Philistine." Saul said to David, "Go, and the LORD be with you."It doesn't matter what you ______________, it matters what God ______________.[2 Samuel 7:22 NIV] "How great you are, Sovereign LORD! There is no one like you, and there is no God but you, as we have heard with our own ears.

Send us your feedback — we're listeningZephaniah 3:17 (NIV) — The Lord Rejoices Over You With Singing Live from London, England — where faith meets the world in daily prayer and global hope. United States • United Kingdom • Romania • Hungary • Botswana • Israel Love • Rest • Joy As the day gently comes to an end, take a moment to lay down every burden you have been carrying. The Lord has walked beside you through every conversation, every challenge and every quiet victory. Now He invites you to rest, not because everything is perfect, but because His love remains constant. Before your head touches the pillow, remember that you are deeply loved, fully known and never beyond His tender care. Zephaniah 3:17 (NIV) “The Lord your God is with you, the Mighty Warrior who saves. He will take great delight in you; in his love he will no longer rebuke you, but will rejoice over you with singing.” Heavenly Father, thank You that Your love never grows weary and Your joy over Your children never fades. Lord Jesus, quiet every anxious heart and draw us into the safety of Your presence tonight. Holy Spirit, surround every home with Your peace, strengthen those who feel alone and remind us that we are treasured by You. May the weight of today be replaced with the assurance of Your faithful love. Let every restless thought become still as we place our trust in You. As we sleep, renew our strength, restore our hope and prepare us for another day of walking with You. Today we declare that fear will not win, because our God delights in His people, rejoices over us with singing and never leaves us. We pray for every listener joining us from the United States, the United Kingdom, Romania, Hungary, Botswana, Israel and across the world. May the Lord watch over you through the night and awaken you tomorrow with renewed hope and fresh strength. Señor Jesús, gracias por Tu amor que nunca nos abandona. Amén. Senhor Jesus, obrigado pelo Teu amor que nunca nos deixa. Amém Panginoong Jesus, salamat sa Iyong pag-ibig na hindi kailanman nagkukulang. Amen. Zephaniah 3, Evening Prayer, God's Love, Christian Prayer, DailyPrayer.uk, Peace, Hope, Bible, Rest, Joy Zephaniah 3:17 NIV, Christian evening prayer, God rejoices over you, prayer before sleep, God's unfailing love, daily prayer podcast, DailyPrayer.uk Discover Hidden Treasures, inspired by Isaiah 45:3, and explore our growing prayer library at DailyPrayer.uk.Support the showDaily Prayer with Reverend Ben Cooper now reaches 185 countries and 3,012 cities worldwide through the Global Blend Radio network.This is a listener-funded global ministry. If these daily prayers strengthen your faith or help you through difficult seasons, would you consider becoming a monthly prayer partner for just £3 per month?Your support enables us to continue recording, hosting, and broadcasting daily biblical encouragement across the nations — keeping this ministry free and accessible to everyone who needs it.You can support today at GlobalBlendRadio.comTogether, we can keep prayer moving across the world.To submit a prayer request or connect with our global prayer community, visit DailyPrayer.ukBuy me a Coffee 

Send us your feedback — we're listeningPsalm 23:1 (NIV) — The Lord Is My Shepherd Every Step of the Way Live from London, England — where faith meets the world in daily prayer and global hope. United States • Canada • Brazil • Singapore • Japan • India Guidance • Provision • Rest Good afternoon. As you pause in the middle of your day, take a moment to breathe and remember that you are not walking through today alone. Whatever this morning has held, and whatever this afternoon may bring, the Good Shepherd continues to lead with wisdom, compassion and unfailing love. He knows where you have been, He knows where you are, and He already knows the path that lies ahead. In His care there is peace for your heart and strength for every step. Psalm 23:1 (NIV) “The Lord is my shepherd, I lack nothing.” Heavenly Father, thank You for watching over us with perfect love and constant care. Lord Jesus, our Good Shepherd, lead us through every decision, every conversation and every opportunity that lies before us today. Holy Spirit, quiet every anxious thought and help us to trust Your leading, even when we cannot yet see the whole journey. Provide everything we need to honour You, strengthen every weary heart and fill us with the confidence that comes from walking close to You. May we reflect Your kindness, speak words that bring hope and carry Your peace wherever we go. Keep our eyes fixed upon You, knowing that Your presence is our greatest security. Today we declare that fear will not win, because the Good Shepherd walks before us, beside us and will never leave us. We pray for every listener joining us from the United States, Canada, Brazil, Singapore, Japan, India and across the world. May the Lord guide your steps, provide for your needs and fill your heart with His perfect peace today. Señor Jesús, gracias por guiarnos como nuestro Buen Pastor. Amén. Senhor Jesus, obrigado por nos guiares como o nosso Bom Pastor. Amém. Panginoong Jesus, salamat dahil Ikaw ang aming Mabuting Pastol. Amen.  Psalm 23 • Midday Prayer • Good Shepherd • Guidance • Provision • DailyPrayer.uk Psalm 23:1 NIV, Christian midday prayer, the Lord is my shepherd, prayer for guidance, prayer for God's provision, DailyPrayer.uk Discover Hidden Treasures, inspired by Isaiah 45:3, and explore our growing prayer library at DailyPrayer.uk.Support the showDaily Prayer with Reverend Ben Cooper now reaches 185 countries and 3,012 cities worldwide through the Global Blend Radio network.This is a listener-funded global ministry. If these daily prayers strengthen your faith or help you through difficult seasons, would you consider becoming a monthly prayer partner for just £3 per month?Your support enables us to continue recording, hosting, and broadcasting daily biblical encouragement across the nations — keeping this ministry free and accessible to everyone who needs it.You can support today at GlobalBlendRadio.comTogether, we can keep prayer moving across the world.To submit a prayer request or connect with our global prayer community, visit DailyPrayer.ukBuy me a Coffee 

Send us your feedback — we're listeningHebrews 13:5–6 (NIV) — The Lord Will Never Leave You Live from London, England — where faith meets the world in daily prayer and global hope. United States • United Kingdom • Romania • Hungary • Botswana • Israel Rest • Assurance • Faithfulness Good evening. As this day comes to its close and the pace of life begins to slow, allow yourself to rest in one unchanging truth: you are not alone. Whatever has happened today—whether it brought joy, disappointment, answers or unanswered questions—the Lord has remained faithful. As you prepare for the night ahead, let your heart settle into the quiet assurance that the God who has walked beside you today will also watch over you through the hours of darkness. His presence never fades, His promises never fail, and His love never lets go. Hebrews 13:5–6 (NIV) “Never will I leave you; never will I forsake you.” Heavenly Father, thank You that Your presence is our greatest comfort and our strongest refuge. Lord Jesus, thank You for walking with us through every moment of this day. Holy Spirit, calm every anxious thought, lift every burdened heart and help us to rest in the certainty of Your unfailing love. Where there is worry, replace it with peace. Where there is weariness, bring renewal. Where there is uncertainty, strengthen our faith to trust You completely. As we enter this evening, may our minds be quiet, our hearts be thankful and our confidence remain firmly anchored in Your promises. Let Your peace surround our homes and may we rest securely, knowing that You are always with us. Today we declare that fear will not win, because the Lord will never leave us, never forsake us, and His faithfulness will remain with us forever. We pray for every listener joining us from the United States, the United Kingdom, Romania, Hungary, Botswana, Israel and across the world. May the Lord grant you peaceful rest, renewed strength and the assurance of His constant presence tonight. Señor Jesús, gracias porque nunca nos abandonas. Danos Tu paz esta noche. Amén. Senhor Jesus, obrigado porque nunca nos deixas. Dá-nos a Tua paz nesta noite. Amém. Panginoong Jesus, salamat dahil hindi Mo kami kailanman iiwan. Ipagkaloob Mo sa amin ang Iyong kapayapaan ngayong gabi. Amen.  Hebrews 13 • Evening Prayer • God's Presence • Peace • Faithfulness • DailyPrayer.uk Hebrews 13:5–6 NIV, Christian evening prayer, God will never leave you, prayer before sleep, prayer for peace tonight, DailyPrayer.uk Discover Hidden Treasures, inspired by Isaiah 45:3, and explore our growing prayer library at DailyPrayer.uk.Support the showDaily Prayer with Reverend Ben Cooper now reaches 185 countries and 3,012 cities worldwide through the Global Blend Radio network.This is a listener-funded global ministry. If these daily prayers strengthen your faith or help you through difficult seasons, would you consider becoming a monthly prayer partner for just £3 per month?Your support enables us to continue recording, hosting, and broadcasting daily biblical encouragement across the nations — keeping this ministry free and accessible to everyone who needs it.You can support today at GlobalBlendRadio.comTogether, we can keep prayer moving across the world.To submit a prayer request or connect with our global prayer community, visit DailyPrayer.ukBuy me a Coffee 

Send us your feedback — we're listeningZephaniah 3:17 (NIV) — The Lord Your God Is With You Live from London, England — where faith meets the world in daily prayer and global hope. Israel • Zimbabwe • Netherlands • India • Nigeria • Botswana Comfort • Joy • Assurance As evening begins to settle, many people carry more than tiredness. Some carry unanswered questions, others quiet disappointments, and some simply long for a moment to breathe. This is where today's Scripture gently meets us. Before we say another word, God reminds us that His presence has never left our side. Zephaniah 3:17 (NIV) “The Lord your God is with you, the Mighty Warrior who saves. He will take great delight in you; in his love he will no longer rebuke you, but will rejoice over you with singing.” Heavenly Father, thank You for staying close throughout this day. Lord Jesus, when our hearts feel weary, let us hear Your voice above every fear. Holy Spirit, surround us with Your peace and remind us that we are loved, welcomed and never forgotten. Where there has been disappointment, breathe fresh hope. Where there has been anxiety, bring lasting calm. Teach us to finish this day with thankful hearts, trusting that You remain faithful in every season. Today we declare that fear will not win, because our God is near, His love is constant and His peace is deeper than our circumstances. We pray for every listener joining us from Israel, Zimbabwe, the Netherlands, India, Nigeria, Botswana and across the world. May you know the comfort of God's presence this evening. Señor Jesús, gracias por permanecer siempre con nosotros. Amén. Senhor Jesus, obrigado por ficares sempre connosco. Amém. Panginoong Jesus, salamat sa Iyong presensya na hindi kailanman umaalis. Amen. Zephaniah 3, Evening Prayer, God's Presence, Peace, DailyPrayer.uk Zephaniah 3:17, evening prayer, God's love, Christian podcast, DailyPrayer.ukSupport the showDaily Prayer with Reverend Ben Cooper now reaches 185 countries and 3,012 cities worldwide through the Global Blend Radio network.This is a listener-funded global ministry. If these daily prayers strengthen your faith or help you through difficult seasons, would you consider becoming a monthly prayer partner for just £3 per month?Your support enables us to continue recording, hosting, and broadcasting daily biblical encouragement across the nations — keeping this ministry free and accessible to everyone who needs it.You can support today at GlobalBlendRadio.comTogether, we can keep prayer moving across the world.To submit a prayer request or connect with our global prayer community, visit DailyPrayer.ukBuy me a Coffee 

Send us your feedback — we're listeningZephaniah 3:17 (NIV) — The Lord Rejoices Over You With Singing Live from London, England — where faith meets the world in daily prayer and global hope. Australia • New Zealand • Singapore • South Africa • Kenya • Germany Acceptance • Joy • Belonging Good evening, and welcome to DailyPrayer.uk. As this day begins to draw to a close, it is easy to remember the things we wish we had done differently. We can dwell on our mistakes, replay difficult conversations or quietly question whether we have done enough. Yet before those thoughts settle deeply in our hearts, God speaks a different truth over our lives. He does not merely tolerate His children—He delights in them. His love is faithful, His compassion never fails and His presence brings a peace that reaches beyond our circumstances. Zephaniah 3:17 (NIV) “The Lord your God is with you, the Mighty Warrior who saves. He will take great delight in you; in his love he will no longer rebuke you, but will rejoice over you with singing.” Heavenly Father, thank You that Your love for us is deeper than our fears and stronger than our failures. Thank You that, through Christ, we are welcomed into Your family and held securely in Your care. Lord Jesus, help us to see ourselves through Your eyes and not through the voice of guilt or discouragement. Holy Spirit, quiet every accusing thought, fill us with the assurance of Your unfailing love and remind us that our identity is found in You alone. Today we declare that fear will not win, because we are loved by a God who rejoices over His people with everlasting joy. Help us to end this day resting in Your acceptance, walking in Your grace and trusting that Your love never changes. We pray for every listener joining us from Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, South Africa, Kenya, Germany and across the nations. Let every heart know the joy of belonging to You, every family experience Your peace and every life be strengthened by the certainty of Your faithful love. Señor Jesús, gracias porque Tu amor nos abraza y Tu gozo llena nuestro corazón cada día. Amén. Senhor Jesus, obrigado porque o Teu amor nos envolve e a Tua alegria enche o nosso coração todos os dias. Amém. Panginoong Jesus, salamat dahil mahal Mo kami at pinupuno Mo ang aming puso ng Iyong kagalakan. Amen. Zephaniah 3, Evening Prayer, God's Love, Belonging, Christian Encouragement, DailyPrayer.uk Keyword Block: Zephaniah 3:17, God rejoices over you, evening prayer, Christian podcast, daily devotion, DailyPrayer.uk Continue Your Journey: Discover more Hidden Treasures at DailyPrayer.uk, inspired by Isaiah 45:3, and continue your daily walk with Christ through our growing library of prayers.Support the showDaily Prayer with Reverend Ben Cooper now reaches 185 countries and 3,012 cities worldwide through the Global Blend Radio network.This is a listener-funded global ministry. If these daily prayers strengthen your faith or help you through difficult seasons, would you consider becoming a monthly prayer partner for just £3 per month?Your support enables us to continue recording, hosting, and broadcasting daily biblical encouragement across the nations — keeping this ministry free and accessible to everyone who needs it.You can support today at GlobalBlendRadio.comTogether, we can keep prayer moving across the world.To submit a prayer request or connect with our global prayer community, visit DailyPrayer.ukBuy me a Coffee 

Send us your feedback — we're listeningPsalm 23:1–3 (NIV) — The Lord Restores My Soul Live from London, England — where faith meets the world in daily prayer and global hope. United States • Canada • Australia • New Zealand • Japan • South Korea Restoration • Renewal • Peace Good evening, and welcome to DailyPrayer.uk. As the day begins to slow, many of us are carrying more than we realised this morning. The pace of the day, the weight of responsibility and the needs of others can quietly leave us feeling tired. Yet our Shepherd has never stopped watching over us. Before we think about tomorrow, God gently invites us to pause, breathe and allow Him to restore what this day has taken from us. His care is personal, His presence is constant and His peace is never in short supply. Psalm 23:1–3 (NIV) “The Lord is my shepherd, I lack nothing. He makes me lie down in green pastures, he leads me beside quiet waters, he refreshes my soul.” Heavenly Father, thank You for leading us faithfully throughout this day. As evening draws near, refresh every weary heart and replace our tiredness with Your strength. Lord Jesus, Shepherd of our souls, lead us beside Your quiet waters. Help us to release today's burdens and to trust that You are still working, even when we can no longer see the way ahead. Holy Spirit, breathe fresh peace into our minds, restore our hope and remind us that we are safely held in Your loving care. Today we declare that fear will not win, because our Shepherd walks beside us and restores our souls with unfailing love. May we finish this day resting in Your goodness and looking forward with quiet confidence to all that You have prepared. We pray for every listener joining us from the United States, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Japan, South Korea and across the nations. Bless every home, strengthen every family and let the peace of our Lord Jesus Christ rest upon all who call on Your name. Señor Jesús, llévanos a Tus aguas tranquilas y renueva nuestro corazón con Tu paz. Amén. Senhor Jesus, conduz-nos às Tuas águas tranquilas e renova o nosso coração com a Tua paz. Amém. Panginoong Jesus, akayin Mo kami sa Iyong kapayapaan at panumbalikin Mo ang aming lakas. Amen.  Psalm 23, Evening Prayer, Restoration, Peace, Christian Encouragement, Friday Prayer, DailyPrayer.uk  Psalm 23:1–3, the Lord is my shepherd, evening prayer, Christian podcast, Friday devotion, DailyPrayer.uk Continue Your Journey: Discover more Hidden Treasures at DailyPrayer.uk, inspired by Isaiah 45:3, and continue your daily walk with Christ through our growing library of prayers.Support the showDaily Prayer with Reverend Ben Cooper now reaches 185 countries and 3,012 cities worldwide through the Global Blend Radio network.This is a listener-funded global ministry. If these daily prayers strengthen your faith or help you through difficult seasons, would you consider becoming a monthly prayer partner for just £3 per month?Your support enables us to continue recording, hosting, and broadcasting daily biblical encouragement across the nations — keeping this ministry free and accessible to everyone who needs it.You can support today at GlobalBlendRadio.comTogether, we can keep prayer moving across the world.To submit a prayer request or connect with our global prayer community, visit DailyPrayer.ukBuy me a Coffee 

What if one of the gifts our hearts need most is beauty? In this gentle reflection, Stasi invites us to pause and receive the nourishment God offers through His creation, allowing its beauty to remind us of the beauty of our King. She also turns our gaze toward a deeper Hope: Jesus reigns over all things, and the day is coming when He will make all things new. As Captivated continues its July break, join us in taking a moment to soak in His beauty and goodness.…..SHOW NOTES:…..VERSES: Zechariah 14:9 (NIV) – The Lord will be king over the whole earth. On that day there will be one Lord, and his name the only name.Philippians 2:10–11 (NIV) – that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, in heaven and on earth and under the earth, and every tongue acknowledge that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father.Revelation 21:5 (NIV) – He who was seated on the throne said, “I am making everything new!” Then he said, “Write this down, for these words are trustworthy and true.”Acts 3:21 (NIV) – Heaven must receive him until the time comes for God to restore everything, as he promised long ago through his holy prophets.…..Don't Miss Out on the Next Episode—Subscribe for FreeSubscribe using your favorite podcast app:YouTube – ⁠https://wahe.art/4h8DelL⁠Spotify Podcasts – ⁠https://wahe.art/496zdfn⁠Apple Podcasts – ⁠https://apple.co/42E0oZ1⁠ Amazon Music & Audible – ⁠https://amzn.to/3M9u6hJ⁠

Send us your feedback — we're listeningZephaniah 3:17 — The Lord Your God Is With You Live from London, England — where faith meets the world in daily prayer and global hope. Hobart • Hamilton • Singapore • Nashville • Buenos Aires LOVE • ASSURANCE • REST Good evening, and welcome to DailyPrayer.uk. I'm Reverend Ben Cooper. As this Saturday gently comes to its close, thank you for ending the day with me. Before we settle into the quietness of the evening, let's pause together and remember one beautiful truth that can carry us peacefully through the night: we are never beyond the loving presence of God. There are days that leave us with a deep sense of gratitude, and there are days that leave us with unanswered questions. Most Saturdays contain a little of both. Yet whatever this day has held, the Lord has remained faithful from its first light until this very moment. He has walked beside us through every conversation, every decision, every unexpected turn and every quiet blessing. Tonight, we do not rest because we have understood everything that has happened today. We rest because the God who loves us has been with us every step of the way.  Zephaniah 3:17 (NIV) “The Lord your God is with you, the Mighty Warrior who saves. He will take great delight in you; in his love he will no longer rebuke you, but will rejoice over you with singing.” What a wonderful picture of God's heart towards His children. We are not simply noticed by the Lord; we are deeply loved. His presence surrounds us, His saving power gives us confidence and His love brings quiet reassurance to our hearts. As this day comes to an end, we can place ourselves safely into His care, knowing that tomorrow will also be held securely in His hands. So tonight, let's gently remind ourselves that fear will not win, because the Lord is with us, delights in us and faithfully watches over us through the night. Father, thank You for Your unfailing love that has carried us throughout this day. Thank You for never leaving us and for surrounding us with Your faithful care. Lord Jesus, bless every listener tonight. Bring peaceful sleep to the weary, comfort to those who feel lonely, renewed hope to those facing tomorrow and quiet confidence to every heart resting in Your presence. Holy Spirit, draw us ever closer to the Father's heart. Fill our homes with Your peace, settle our minds with Your truth and help us awaken tomorrow ready to follow Christ with renewed joy. Across the world, from Hobart to Hamilton, from Singapore to Nashville and Buenos Aires, may every listener rest tonight knowing that the Lord is with them, delights in them and lovingly watches over them. Jesús, gracias porque permaneces conmigo y Tu amor nunca me abandona. Jesus, obrigado porque permaneces comigo e o Teu amor nunca me abandona. Jesus, salamat dahil kasama Kita at hindi Mo ako kailanman iiwan. Amen. Zephaniah 3 prayer, Christian night prayer, God's love, bedtime devotional, peaceful sleep, God's presence, hope in Christ, Saturday evening prayer Christian bedtime prayer, Zephaniah 3:17 devotional, God rejoices over you, resting in God's love tonight. Continue Your Journey If tonight's prayer has encouraged your heart, continue your journey through the DailyPrayer.uk prayer library. Discover hundreds of five-minute prayers for hope, healing, courage, peace and restful sleep, helping you walk closely with Jesus every day.Support the showDaily Prayer with Reverend Ben Cooper now reaches 185 countries and 3,012 cities worldwide through the Global Blend Radio network.This is a listener-funded global ministry. If these daily prayers strengthen your faith or help you through difficult seasons, would you consider becoming a monthly prayer partner for just £3 per month?Your support enables us to continue recording, hosting, and broadcasting daily biblical encouragement across the nations — keeping this ministry free and accessible to everyone who needs it.You can support today at GlobalBlendRadio.comTogether, we can keep prayer moving across the world.To submit a prayer request or connect with our global prayer community, visit DailyPrayer.ukBuy me a Coffee 

Send us your feedback — we're listeningDeuteronomy 31:8 — The Lord Goes Before You Live from London, England — where faith meets the world in daily prayer and global hope. Perth • Christchurch • Singapore • Dallas • Santiago COURAGE • CONFIDENCE • PRESENCE Good morning, and welcome to DailyPrayer.uk. I'm Reverend Ben Cooper. Thank you for beginning this new day with me. Before today's unknowns begin to unfold, let's open God's Word together and remember a wonderful truth: wherever this day may lead, God has already gone before us. There are mornings when we wonder what the next few hours will bring. New responsibilities, unexpected conversations and unseen challenges can all leave us feeling uncertain. Yet we never begin the day alone. Long before we opened our eyes this morning, the Lord was already preparing the path ahead. His presence is not following behind us; it is faithfully leading us forward with wisdom, love and purpose. Deuteronomy 31:8 (NIV) “The Lord himself goes before you and will be with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged.” What a powerful promise to receive today. Our confidence is not built upon knowing every detail of the journey. It grows from knowing the One who walks ahead of us. Every conversation, every responsibility and every unexpected moment already rests within His loving care. So today, let's gently remind ourselves that fear will not win, because Jesus Christ goes before us with unfailing faithfulness, opening the way with grace and hope. Father, thank You for going before us into this new day. Thank You that nothing we will face today is unknown to You and that Your loving presence surrounds every step we take. Lord Jesus, bless every listener today. Bring healing to those who are unwell, courage to those facing uncertainty, peace to anxious hearts and fresh confidence to everyone stepping into new responsibilities. Help us walk forward with faith instead of fear, trusting that You are already at work. Holy Spirit, guide our decisions, strengthen our hearts and remind us throughout this day that we are never beyond Your loving care. Across the world, from Perth to Christchurch, from Singapore to Dallas and Santiago, may every listener begin this day with quiet confidence, knowing that the Lord has gone before them and will remain faithfully with them. Jesús, ve delante de mí y guía cada paso que dé hoy. Jesus, vai à minha frente e guia cada passo que eu der hoje. Jesus, mauna Ka sa aking landas at gabayan Mo ang bawat hakbang ko ngayon. Amen. Deuteronomy 31 prayer, Christian morning prayer, God goes before you, daily devotional prayer, courage for today, hope in Christ, God's presence, morning encouragement Christian morning prayer for courage, Deuteronomy 31:8 devotional, God goes before you today, walking with Jesus in confidence. Continue Your Journey If today's prayer has encouraged your heart, continue your journey through the DailyPrayer.uk prayer library. Discover hundreds of five-minute prayers for hope, healing, courage, peace and restful sleep, helping you continue walking with Jesus every day.Support the showDaily Prayer with Reverend Ben Cooper now reaches 185 countries and 3,012 cities worldwide through the Global Blend Radio network.This is a listener-funded global ministry. If these daily prayers strengthen your faith or help you through difficult seasons, would you consider becoming a monthly prayer partner for just £3 per month?Your support enables us to continue recording, hosting, and broadcasting daily biblical encouragement across the nations — keeping this ministry free and accessible to everyone who needs it.You can support today at GlobalBlendRadio.comTogether, we can keep prayer moving across the world.To submit a prayer request or connect with our global prayer community, visit DailyPrayer.ukBuy me a Coffee 

Send us your feedback — we're listeningNahum 1:7 — The Lord Is Good, a Refuge in Times of Trouble Live from London, England — where faith meets the world in daily prayer and global hope. Adelaide • Queenstown • Singapore • Denver • Montevideo REFUGE • COMFORT • PEACE Good evening, and welcome to DailyPrayer.uk. I'm Reverend Ben Cooper. As another day begins to draw towards its close, let's pause together for a few quiet moments, open God's Word and find renewed confidence in the goodness of God. Some days ask more of us than we expected. We have carried responsibilities, faced unexpected disappointments and perhaps quietly hidden worries that no one else has seen. Yet none of these things change who God is. His goodness is not diminished by difficult days, and His loving care remains a secure refuge for every heart that turns towards Him. Nahum 1:7 (NIV) “The Lord is good, a refuge in times of trouble. He cares for those who trust in him.” What a comforting promise to receive this evening. We are not invited to face life's challenges alone. We are invited to come near to the God whose goodness never fades and whose care never grows weary. Within His presence we discover fresh courage, quiet reassurance and a place where anxious hearts can breathe again. So this evening, let's gently remind ourselves that fear will not win, because Jesus Christ remains our safe refuge, surrounding us with His steadfast love and gracious care. Father, thank You that Your goodness remains constant through every season of life. Thank You that Your presence is a place of welcome, safety and lasting hope. Lord Jesus, bless every listener this evening. Bring healing to those who are unwell, comfort to those carrying hidden grief, renewed courage to those facing uncertain circumstances and peaceful assurance to everyone who longs to know Your nearness. Help us find our security in You rather than in changing situations. Holy Spirit, draw us closer to the Father's heart, strengthen our confidence in His goodness and help us become people who reflect His kindness to others. Across the world, from Adelaide to Queenstown, from Singapore to Denver and Montevideo, may every listener finish this day resting in the confidence that the Lord is good and His loving care never fails. Jesús, Tú eres mi refugio seguro. Jesus, Tu és o meu refúgio seguro. Jesus, Ikaw ang aking ligtas na kanlungan. Amen. Nahum 1 prayer, Christian evening prayer, God our refuge, daily devotional prayer, hope in Christ, comfort, peace, God's goodness Christian evening prayer for comfort, Nahum 1:7 devotional, God is our refuge, finding peace through Jesus Christ. Continue Your Journey If today's prayer has strengthened your heart, continue your journey through the DailyPrayer.uk prayer library. Discover hundreds of five-minute prayers for hope, healing, courage, peace and restful sleep, helping you continue walking with Jesus every day.Support the showDaily Prayer with Reverend Ben Cooper now reaches 185 countries and 3,012 cities worldwide through the Global Blend Radio network.This is a listener-funded global ministry. If these daily prayers strengthen your faith or help you through difficult seasons, would you consider becoming a monthly prayer partner for just £3 per month?Your support enables us to continue recording, hosting, and broadcasting daily biblical encouragement across the nations — keeping this ministry free and accessible to everyone who needs it.You can support today at GlobalBlendRadio.comTogether, we can keep prayer moving across the world.To submit a prayer request or connect with our global prayer community, visit DailyPrayer.ukBuy me a Coffee 

Send us your feedback — we're listeningDeuteronomy 31:8 — Step Forward Without Fear Live from our studios in London, England — where faith meets the world in daily prayer and global hope. Perth • Christchurch • Singapore • Dallas • Santiago PRESENCE • COURAGE • CONFIDENCE Good morning, and welcome to DailyPrayer.uk. I'm Reverend Ben Cooper. Come in for five minutes, let's open God's Word together, and let's pray. A new morning always carries fresh possibilities, but it can also awaken fresh concerns. There may be appointments you are thinking about, conversations you are quietly preparing for or decisions that seem bigger than your own understanding. Before this day unfolds, remember that God is never asking you to walk into unfamiliar places by yourself. Long before this sunrise reached your window, the Lord was already preparing the path before you.  Deuteronomy 31:8 (NIV) “The Lord himself goes before you and will be with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged.” What a reassuring promise to begin the day. God's presence is not something we hope to discover later; it is already waiting for us in every moment we have yet to experience. Wherever this day may lead, His faithfulness will arrive there before our fears do. So today, let's gently remind ourselves that fear will not win, because Jesus Christ goes before us, walks beside us and remains faithful through every step we take. Father, thank You for this new beginning. Thank You that Your wisdom is already at work in the moments we cannot yet see, Your grace is ready for every challenge and Your love continues to hold us securely. Lord Jesus, bless every listener today. Bring healing to those who are unwell, courage to those facing uncertainty, wisdom to those making important decisions and renewed hope to everyone who feels overwhelmed. Help us walk forward with confidence, trusting that You are already preparing the way before us. Holy Spirit, awaken our hearts to recognise God's guidance, strengthen our faith in quiet ways and help us become a source of encouragement to everyone we meet today. Across the world, from Perth to Christchurch, from Singapore to Dallas and Santiago, may every listener begin this day with renewed confidence, knowing that the Lord has gone before them and will never leave their side. Jesús, abre el camino delante de mí hoy. Jesus, vai à minha frente neste novo dia. Jesus, pangunahan Mo ang bawat hakbang ko ngayon. Amen. Deuteronomy 31 prayer, Christian morning prayer, God goes before you, courage for today, daily devotional prayer, hope in Christ, morning encouragement, trusting God Christian morning prayer for courage, Deuteronomy 31:8 devotional, God goes before you today, finding confidence in Jesus Christ. Continue Your Journey If today's prayer has encouraged your heart, continue your journey through the DailyPrayer.uk prayer library. Discover hundreds of five-minute prayers for hope, healing, courage, peace and restful sleep, helping you continue walking with Jesus one prayer at a time.Support the showDaily Prayer with Reverend Ben Cooper now reaches 185 countries and 3,012 cities worldwide through the Global Blend Radio network.This is a listener-funded global ministry. If these daily prayers strengthen your faith or help you through difficult seasons, would you consider becoming a monthly prayer partner for just £3 per month?Your support enables us to continue recording, hosting, and broadcasting daily biblical encouragement across the nations — keeping this ministry free and accessible to everyone who needs it.You can support today at GlobalBlendRadio.comTogether, we can keep prayer moving across the world.To submit a prayer request or connect with our global prayer community, visit DailyPrayer.ukBuy me a Coffee 

Send us your feedback — we're listeningZephaniah 3:17 — Rest in the Love That Never Leaves You Live from our studios in London, England — where faith meets the world in daily prayer and global hope. Hobart • Hamilton • Singapore • Birmingham, Alabama • Buenos Aires LOVE • REST • ASSURANCE Good evening, and welcome to DailyPrayer.uk. I'm Reverend Ben Cooper. Come in for five minutes, let's open God's Word together, and let's pray. As this day gently comes to an end, perhaps you are carrying quiet disappointments, unanswered prayers or the tiredness that follows a demanding day. Before you close your eyes tonight, hear this beautiful promise from God's Word: you are not forgotten, you are not abandoned and you are deeply loved by the Lord who remains close to you. His love is not measured by the success of your day but by His unchanging character and faithful heart.  Zephaniah 3:17 (NIV) “The Lord your God is with you, the Mighty Warrior who saves. He will take great delight in you… in his love he will no longer rebuke you, but will rejoice over you with singing.” What a remarkable way to finish the day. The God who created heaven and earth not only watches over His people, He delights in them. His love quiets anxious hearts, His presence brings lasting peace and His joy reaches into the places where fear once lived. So tonight, let's gently remind ourselves that fear will not win, because Jesus Christ holds us securely in His love, surrounds us with His peace and remains with us through every hour of the night. Father, thank You for Your unfailing love and Your faithful care. Thank You that even when we feel weary, You continue to draw near with compassion, grace and mercy. Lord Jesus, watch over every listener tonight. Bring healing to those who are unwell, comfort to those who feel alone, peace to anxious minds and deep, refreshing rest to every weary heart. Help us release every burden into Your loving hands and sleep with confidence in Your everlasting care. Holy Spirit, quiet our thoughts, surround every home with Your peace and gently remind us that we are deeply loved by God. Across the world, from Hobart to Hamilton, from Singapore to Birmingham and Buenos Aires, may every listener rest tonight in the assurance that the Lord delights in them and faithfully watches over them. Jesús, descanso en Tu amor eterno. Jesus, descanso no Teu amor eterno. Jesus, nagpapahinga ako sa Iyong walang hanggang pag-ibig. Amen. Zephaniah 3 prayer, Christian bedtime prayer, God's love, peaceful sleep, daily devotional prayer, hope in Christ, evening prayer, assurance in God Christian bedtime prayer for peace, Zephaniah 3:17 devotional, resting in God's love tonight, finding assurance in Jesus Christ. If tonight's prayer has brought peace to your heart, continue your journey through the DailyPrayer.uk prayer library. Discover hundreds of five-minute prayers for hope, healing, courage, peace and restful sleep, helping you continue walking with Jesus every day.Support the showDaily Prayer with Reverend Ben Cooper now reaches 185 countries and 3,012 cities worldwide through the Global Blend Radio network.This is a listener-funded global ministry. If these daily prayers strengthen your faith or help you through difficult seasons, would you consider becoming a monthly prayer partner for just £3 per month?Your support enables us to continue recording, hosting, and broadcasting daily biblical encouragement across the nations — keeping this ministry free and accessible to everyone who needs it.You can support today at GlobalBlendRadio.comTogether, we can keep prayer moving across the world.To submit a prayer request or connect with our global prayer community, visit DailyPrayer.ukBuy me a Coffee 

Send us your feedback — we're listeningPsalm 23:1–3 — The Lord Restores My Soul Live from our studios in London, England — where faith meets the world in daily prayer and global hope. Adelaide • Queenstown • Singapore • Phoenix • Buenos Aires RESTORATION • PEACE • THE SHEPHERD'S CARE Good evening, and welcome to DailyPrayer.uk. I'm Reverend Ben Cooper. Come in for five minutes, let's open God's Word together, and let's pray. As the pace of the day begins to ease, we often discover how much our hearts have been carrying. Even good days can leave us emotionally tired, and difficult days can leave us searching for somewhere safe to rest. If you long for quietness, renewal or simply a few moments to breathe in God's presence, let's come to the Good Shepherd together. Psalm 23:1–3 (NIV) “The Lord is my shepherd, I lack nothing. He makes me lie down in green pastures, he leads me beside quiet waters, he refreshes my soul.” These words have comforted generations because they reveal the heart of God. Our Shepherd does not drive us forward with fear; He lovingly leads us into places of peace, renewal and restoration. As we rest in His care today, let's quietly remember that fear will not win, because the Shepherd never abandons His sheep, and His faithful love remains constant through every season. Father, thank You for caring for us with such patience and compassion. Thank You that when our strength begins to fade, Your goodness and mercy continue to sustain us. Lord Jesus, restore every weary soul. Bring healing to those who are unwell, comfort to those who feel overwhelmed, fresh hope to those carrying hidden burdens and peaceful assurance to everyone wondering how tomorrow will unfold. Help us to rest securely, knowing that You are always near. Holy Spirit, refresh our hearts, quiet our anxious thoughts and teach us to hear Your gentle voice above every other voice calling for our attention. Across the world, from Adelaide to Queenstown, from Singapore to Phoenix and Buenos Aires, may every listener discover the quiet waters of God's peace and the restoring love of the Good Shepherd. Jesús, gracias porque cuidas de mí como mi Buen Pastor. Jesus, obrigado porque cuidas de mim como o meu Bom Pastor. Jesus, salamat dahil Ikaw ang aking Mabuting Pastol. Psalm 23 prayer, evening prayer, Good Shepherd, Christian encouragement, restoring my soul, daily devotional prayer, peace in Christ, trusting God Christian evening prayer for peace, the Lord restores my soul, Good Shepherd prayer, finding rest in Jesus after a busy day.Support the showDaily Prayer with Reverend Ben Cooper now reaches 185 countries and 3,012 cities worldwide through the Global Blend Radio network.This is a listener-funded global ministry. If these daily prayers strengthen your faith or help you through difficult seasons, would you consider becoming a monthly prayer partner for just £3 per month?Your support enables us to continue recording, hosting, and broadcasting daily biblical encouragement across the nations — keeping this ministry free and accessible to everyone who needs it.You can support today at GlobalBlendRadio.comTogether, we can keep prayer moving across the world.To submit a prayer request or connect with our global prayer community, visit DailyPrayer.ukBuy me a Coffee 

Send us your feedback — we're listeningZephaniah 3:17 — Rest Tonight In The Love Of The Lord Live from our studios in London, England — where faith meets the world in daily prayer and global hope. Hobart • Tauranga • Singapore • Nashville • Lima LOVE • SECURITY • REST As this day gently comes to its close, there is one truth we do not need to question. Before we drift into sleep, before tomorrow begins to fill our thoughts, we can rest in the certainty that we are deeply loved by God. Let's spend these few quiet moments together, opening His Word and placing ourselves safely into His faithful care. Zephaniah 3:17 (NIV) “The Lord your God is with you, the Mighty Warrior who saves. He will take great delight in you; in his love he will no longer rebuke you, but will rejoice over you with singing.” What a wonderful picture of God's heart. He is not watching over us reluctantly. He delights in His people. His love is constant, His mercy is abundant and His care never grows weary. Even while we sleep, His faithful presence surrounds us, holding tomorrow securely in His hands. Father, thank You for every blessing You have quietly poured into this day. Thank You for Your patience, Your kindness and Your unfailing love that has carried us through every moment. Lord Jesus, tonight we place our homes, our families and our future into Your loving hands. Bring healing to those who are unwell, comfort to every lonely heart, peace to those whose minds are restless and gentle sleep to everyone who is weary. Help us to wake tomorrow with renewed hope and fresh confidence in Your goodness. Holy Spirit, fill every home with Your peace, calm every anxious thought and remind us that nothing can separate us from the loving care of our heavenly Father. Across the world, from Hobart to Tauranga, from Singapore to Nashville and Lima, may every listener rest peacefully, knowing they are loved, protected and held securely in the presence of Christ. Jesús, gracias porque me amas con un amor eterno. Jesus, obrigado porque me amas com amor eterno. Jesus, salamat dahil mahal Mo ako magpakailanman. Amen. Zephaniah 3 prayer, night prayer, Christian bedtime prayer, God's love, peaceful sleep, prayer for protection, rest in Christ, daily devotion Christian night prayer, bedtime prayer for peaceful sleep, resting in God's love, trusting Jesus through the night.Support the showDaily Prayer with Reverend Ben Cooper now reaches 185 countries and 3,012 cities worldwide through the Global Blend Radio network.This is a listener-funded global ministry. If these daily prayers strengthen your faith or help you through difficult seasons, would you consider becoming a monthly prayer partner for just £3 per month?Your support enables us to continue recording, hosting, and broadcasting daily biblical encouragement across the nations — keeping this ministry free and accessible to everyone who needs it.You can support today at GlobalBlendRadio.comTogether, we can keep prayer moving across the world.To submit a prayer request or connect with our global prayer community, visit DailyPrayer.ukBuy me a Coffee 

Send us your feedback — we're listeningDeuteronomy 31:8 — The Lord Goes Before You Today Live from our studios in London, England — where faith meets the world in daily prayer and global hope. Brisbane • Wellington • Singapore • Nashville • Bogotá PRESENCE • COURAGE • CONFIDENCE As a new day begins, perhaps there is something waiting for you that already feels bigger than you would like it to be. A conversation, a responsibility, a decision, or simply the unknown. Before your feet touch the ground and the pace of the day begins, remember this wonderful truth: you will not take a single step on your own. Let's begin this day together.  Deuteronomy 31:8 (NIV) “The Lord himself goes before you and will be with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged.” These words were spoken into a moment of uncertainty, and they still speak with the same strength today. The God who calls us forward never sends us ahead by ourselves. His presence goes before us. His peace walks beside us. His faithfulness remains behind us. We are surrounded by His loving care. Father, thank You for the gift of this new day and for the promise that You go before us. Thank You that nothing we face today will ever surprise You. Lord Jesus, give courage to every fearful heart, healing to those who are struggling in body or mind, wisdom for every decision, and quiet confidence for each step we take. Help us to trust You more deeply and to remember that Your grace will always be enough. Holy Spirit, guide our thoughts, guard our hearts and lead us in the way of peace throughout this day. Across the world, from Brisbane to Wellington, from Singapore to Nashville and Bogotá, may every listener discover fresh courage, renewed hope and the quiet assurance that the Lord is already waiting for them wherever this day may lead. Jesús, gracias porque vas delante de mí. Jesus, obrigado porque vais à minha frente. Jesus, salamat dahil nauuna Ka sa aking landas. Amen. Deuteronomy 31 prayer, morning prayer, God goes before you, Christian encouragement, courage in Christ, daily prayer, trusting God, hope today Christian morning prayer for courage, trusting God with today's journey, prayer for strength and confidence, knowing God goes before you.Support the showDaily Prayer with Reverend Ben Cooper now reaches 185 countries and 3,012 cities worldwide through the Global Blend Radio network.This is a listener-funded global ministry. If these daily prayers strengthen your faith or help you through difficult seasons, would you consider becoming a monthly prayer partner for just £3 per month?Your support enables us to continue recording, hosting, and broadcasting daily biblical encouragement across the nations — keeping this ministry free and accessible to everyone who needs it.You can support today at GlobalBlendRadio.comTogether, we can keep prayer moving across the world.To submit a prayer request or connect with our global prayer community, visit DailyPrayer.ukBuy me a Coffee 

Send us your feedback — we're listeningPsalms 37:23–24 — Even If You Stumble, God Will Hold You Up Recorded live from London, England — where faith meets the world in daily prayer and global hope. Atlanta • Lagos • São Paulo • Wellington • Singapore GRACE • RESTORATION • STRENGTH Christian prayer for difficult seasons • prayer after failure or disappointment • trusting God's grace and guidance • finding strength to keep moving forward  Psalm 37:23–24 (NIV) “The Lord makes firm the steps of the one who delights in him; though he may stumble, he will not fall, for the Lord upholds him with his hand.” There are times in life when people become discouraged by their own struggles. A mistake is made. A goal is missed. A weakness becomes visible. What began as a setback can slowly grow into disappointment, and disappointment can sometimes turn into self-criticism. Many people know that feeling. One of the enemy's greatest lies is convincing us that a stumble is the same as a failure. Yet Scripture tells a different story. God never promised that we would walk through life perfectly. He never said we would never struggle. He never said we would never face difficult moments. What He does promise is that when we stumble, He remains present to uphold us. Psalm 37 offers tremendous encouragement. The believer's security is not found in personal perfection but in God's sustaining grace. The Lord holds His people with His hand. That means our future is not determined by one mistake, one difficult season, or one disappointing moment. God's grace remains greater than our weakness. Father, thank You that You do not abandon me when I struggle. Thank You that Your grace is greater than my failures and Your mercy is greater than my mistakes. Jesus, help me release regret and self-condemnation. Teach me to receive Your forgiveness and to walk forward with renewed confidence. Remind me that my identity is found in You and not in my setbacks. Holy Spirit, strengthen my heart today. Replace shame with hope, discouragement with courage, and fear with faith. Help me trust that God's hand remains upon my life even when the path feels difficult. Across the world, from Atlanta to Lagos, from São Paulo to Wellington and Singapore, may discouraged hearts receive fresh courage, weary souls discover renewed strength, and every listener experience the sustaining grace of God. Jesús, gracias porque Tu gracia me sostiene. Jesus, obrigado porque a Tua graça me sustenta. Jesus, salamat dahil ang Iyong biyaya ang humahawak sa akin. Father, thank You that You hold me securely in Your hand. Amen. Psalm 37 prayer, prayer for strength, Christian encouragement, God's grace, overcoming disappointment, evening prayer, daily prayer, Christian devotion Christian prayer for difficult seasons, prayer after failure or disappointment, trusting God's grace and guidance, finding strength to keep moving forwardSupport the showDaily Prayer with Reverend Ben Cooper now reaches 185 countries and 3,012 cities worldwide through the Global Blend Radio network.This is a listener-funded global ministry. If these daily prayers strengthen your faith or help you through difficult seasons, would you consider becoming a monthly prayer partner for just £3 per month?Your support enables us to continue recording, hosting, and broadcasting daily biblical encouragement across the nations — keeping this ministry free and accessible to everyone who needs it.You can support today at GlobalBlendRadio.comTogether, we can keep prayer moving across the world.To submit a prayer request or connect with our global prayer community, visit DailyPrayer.ukBuy me a Coffee 

Send us your feedback — we're listeningZephaniah 3:17 — You Are More Loved Than You Realise Recorded live from London, England — where faith meets the world in daily prayer and global hope. Chicago • Lagos • São Paulo • Christchurch • Singapore LOVE • BELONGING • REASSURANCE midday prayer for God's love • Christian encouragement for difficult days • prayer for feeling valued and accepted • finding comfort in God's presence Zephaniah 3:17 (NIV) “The Lord your God is with you, the Mighty Warrior who saves. He will take great delight in you; in his love he will no longer rebuke you, but will rejoice over you with singing.” There are moments when people begin to question their value. Life can be demanding, and disappointments can leave us feeling overlooked, unimportant, or forgotten. Sometimes we become so aware of our weaknesses that we struggle to remember how God sees us. Many people carry that burden quietly. The world often measures people by achievement, success, appearance, or performance. When those things feel uncertain, self-worth can become fragile. Yet God's love does not operate according to human measurements. His love is not earned through perfection, and His care is not dependent upon our performance. Zephaniah paints one of the most beautiful pictures in Scripture. The Lord is not distant from His people. He is present with them. He delights in them. He rejoices over them. Imagine that for a moment. The God who created heaven and earth looks upon His children with love, compassion, and delight. When we truly understand that truth, it begins to change how we see ourselves. We are not abandoned. We are not forgotten. We are not overlooked. We are deeply loved by God. Father, thank You that Your love remains constant even when my feelings change. Thank You that my worth is found in You and not in the opinions of others. Jesus, help me see myself through Your eyes today. Remind me that I am loved, accepted, and welcomed by Your grace. When self-doubt appears, help me stand securely in Your love. Holy Spirit, fill my heart with confidence and peace. Replace insecurity with assurance, loneliness with belonging, and fear with trust. Help me rest in the truth that I am deeply loved by God. Across the world, from Chicago to Lagos, from São Paulo to Christchurch and Singapore, may lonely hearts discover belonging, discouraged souls receive reassurance, and every listener experience the joy of God's unfailing love. Jesús, gracias porque Tu amor nunca falla. Jesus, obrigado porque o Teu amor nunca falha. Jesus, salamat dahil hindi nagkukulang ang Iyong pag-ibig. Father, thank You that I am loved more than I realise. Amen. Zephaniah 3 prayer, prayer for God's love, Christian encouragement, God's unfailing love, midday prayer, daily prayer, Christian devotion, finding hope in God midday prayer for God's love, Christian encouragement for difficult days, prayer for feeling valued and accepted, finding comfort in God's presenceSupport the showDaily Prayer with Reverend Ben Cooper now reaches 185 countries and 3,012 cities worldwide through the Global Blend Radio network.This is a listener-funded global ministry. If these daily prayers strengthen your faith or help you through difficult seasons, would you consider becoming a monthly prayer partner for just £3 per month?Your support enables us to continue recording, hosting, and broadcasting daily biblical encouragement across the nations — keeping this ministry free and accessible to everyone who needs it.You can support today at GlobalBlendRadio.comTogether, we can keep prayer moving across the world.To submit a prayer request or connect with our global prayer community, visit DailyPrayer.ukBuy me a Coffee 

Send us your feedback — we're listeningZephaniah 3:17 — God Has Not Stopped Delighting In You Recorded live from London, England — where faith meets the world in daily prayer and global hope. Chicago • Lagos • Singapore • Wellington • Tokyo BELONGING • ACCEPTANCE • ASSURANCE midday prayer for God's love • Christian encouragement for self-worth • finding your identity in Christ • knowing God delights in you Zephaniah 3:17 (NIV) “The Lord your God is with you, the Mighty Warrior who saves. He will take great delight in you; in his love he will no longer rebuke you, but will rejoice over you with singing.” Many people can believe that God exists. Many people can even believe that God loves them. Yet there is often a deeper question hidden beneath the surface. What does God truly think about me? When I struggle, when I fail, when I feel ordinary, when I am carrying doubts and insecurities, how does God look at me? The answer found in Scripture is both beautiful and deeply reassuring. Zephaniah tells us that God delights in His people. He is not reluctantly tolerating us. He is not watching from a distance waiting for us to become perfect. He is a loving Father who knows us completely and still chooses to love us fully. His grace reaches into our weaknesses, His mercy covers our failures, and His love remains constant through every season of life. Jesus demonstrated that love perfectly. Throughout His ministry He moved toward people who felt overlooked, rejected, uncertain, and unworthy. He welcomed them, restored them, and reminded them that they mattered to God. That same love continues to reach people today. Father, thank You that Your love is greater than my fears and stronger than my doubts. Thank You that I do not have to earn Your affection or strive to deserve Your grace. Jesus, help me see myself through Your eyes. When insecurity tries to define me, remind me of who I am in You. When self-doubt grows louder than truth, help me remember that I am known, loved, and valued by God. Holy Spirit, strengthen my confidence in the Father's love today. Help me walk with quiet assurance, knowing that I belong to Christ and that Your presence remains with me. Across the world, from Chicago to Lagos, from Singapore to Wellington and Tokyo, may hearts be comforted by the truth that God still delights in His people and His love never fails. Jesús, gracias porque soy amado por Ti. Jesus, obrigado porque sou amado por Ti. Jesus, salamat dahil mahal Mo ako. Father, thank You that Your delight in me is rooted in Your love and faithfulness. Amen. Zephaniah 3 prayer, God's love, Christian encouragement, identity in Christ, prayer for reassurance, daily prayer, midday prayer, Christian devotion midday prayer for God's love, Christian encouragement for self-worth, finding your identity in Christ, knowing God delights in youSupport the showDaily Prayer with Reverend Ben Cooper now reaches 185 countries and 3,012 cities worldwide through the Global Blend Radio network.This is a listener-funded global ministry. If these daily prayers strengthen your faith or help you through difficult seasons, would you consider becoming a monthly prayer partner for just £3 per month?Your support enables us to continue recording, hosting, and broadcasting daily biblical encouragement across the nations — keeping this ministry free and accessible to everyone who needs it.You can support today at GlobalBlendRadio.comTogether, we can keep prayer moving across the world.To submit a prayer request or connect with our global prayer community, visit DailyPrayer.ukBuy me a Coffee 

Stasi invites Blaine Eldredge, our Director of Spiritual Formation at Wild at Heart, for a conversation about recapturing beauty—not the exhausting beauty our culture demands, but the deeply personal beauty that originates in the heart of God. Together they explore how Jesus reveals a beauty that is vulnerable, relational, and inviting; a beauty that isn't based on performance, but draws us into His love. Come and rediscover the beauty that moves our hearts toward Him. This is Part 1 of a 2-part conversation.…..SHOW NOTES:…..VERSES: Genesis 2:18 (NIV) – The Lord God said, “It is not good for the man to be alone. I will make a helper suitable for him.”Exodus 33:11 (NIV) – The Lord would speak to Moses face to face, as one speaks to a friend.Deuteronomy 34:10 (NIV) – Since then, no prophet has risen in Israel like Moses, whom the Lord knew face to face.Song of Songs 2:14 (NIV) – My dove in the clefts of the rock, in the hiding places on the mountainside, show me your face, let me hear your voice; for your voice is sweet, and your face is lovely.Hebrews 12:18–24 (NIV) – You have not come to a mountain that can be touched and that is burning with fire; to darkness, gloom and storm; to a trumpet blast or to such a voice speaking words that those who heard it begged that no further word be spoken to them… But you have come to Mount Zion, to the city of the living God, the heavenly Jerusalem… to Jesus the mediator of a new covenant.2 Corinthians 3:18 (NIV) – And we all, who with unveiled faces contemplate the Lord's glory, are being transformed into his image with ever-increasing glory, which comes from the Lord, who is the Spirit.John 4:16–18 (NIV) – He told her, “Go, call your husband and come back.” “I have no husband,” she replied. Jesus said to her, “You are right when you say you have no husband. The fact is, you have had five husbands, and the man you now have is not your husband.”2 Kings 17:24–41 (NIV) – Clearly referenced in the discussion of the Samaritan people being brought from five nations associated with false gods and attempting to worship Yahweh alongside them.…..RESOURCESThe Green Ember by S.D. Smith  ⁠https://amzn.to/4dyvZCh⁠The Prophets by Abraham Joshua Heschel  ⁠https://amzn.to/4wUgygG⁠ The Sabbath by Abraham Joshua Heschel  ⁠https://amzn.to/4nEW8np⁠God in Search of Man: A Philosophy of Judaism by Abraham Joshua Heschel   ⁠https://amzn.to/49cEn99⁠Aristotle's Nicomachean Ethics by Aristotle  ⁠https://amzn.to/495TaCE⁠Creation and Fall: A Theological Exposition of Genesis 1-3 by Dietrich Bonhoeffer ⁠https://amzn.to/4tPgr3h⁠Jesus of Nazareth: From the Baptism in the Jordan to the Transfiguration by Joseph Ratzinger (Pope Benedict XVI)   ⁠https://amzn.to/3RvX3dV⁠The Glory of the Lord by Hans Urs von Balthasar  ⁠https://amzn.to/4wEjTA5⁠…..CHAPTER TIMESTAMPS00:00  The Beauty That Captures Our Hearts01:52  Jesus Pursuing the Hearts of Our Children06:11  Why Beauty Begins in God07:41  The Danger of “Instagram Face”11:12  How Empire Erases Personhood14:19  The False Beauty of Invulnerability17:19  Beauty, Limits, and Being Human19:42  Why the World Loves Artificial Beauty22:25  The Enemy's War Against True Beauty24:14  When Beauty Becomes Power26:14  The Beauty That Invites Relationship28:15  The Trinity and Relational Love30:23  God's Desire to See Our Faces33:09  Jesus' Beauty Is Deeply Personal34:45  Vulnerability at the Heart of Beauty36:11  Choosing Intimacy Over Universal Approval39:08  Why Every Woman Bears Beauty40:10  The Beauty of the Crucified Christ41:50  Jesus' Beauty Pursues Our Hearts42:58  The Samaritan Woman and Divine Love45:59  The Lordliness and Goodness of Jesus47:12  Becoming Like the One We Behold48:15  Closing Prayer…..Don't Miss Out on the Next Episode—Subscribe for FreeSubscribe using your favorite podcast app:YouTube – ⁠https://wahe.art/4h8DelL⁠Spotify Podcasts – ⁠https://wahe.art/496zdfn⁠Apple Podcasts – ⁠https://apple.co/42E0oZ1⁠ Amazon Music & Audible – ⁠https://amzn.to/3M9u6hJ⁠

Send us your feedback — we're listeningPsalms 37:23–24 — God Is Still Holding Your Tomorrow Recorded live from London, England — where faith meets the world in daily prayer and global hope. Atlanta • Perth • Abuja • Santiago • Singapore TRUST • STABILITY • FUTURE HOPE evening prayer for trusting God with the future • Christian prayer for uncertain seasons • finding confidence in God's guidance • prayer for hope and stability Psalm 37:23–24 (NIV) “The Lord makes firm the steps of the one who delights in him; though he may stumble, he will not fall, for the Lord upholds him with his hand.” As the day begins to draw to a close, it is natural to think about tomorrow. We reflect on what still needs our attention, what remains unfinished, and what may be waiting for us in the days ahead. Sometimes those thoughts arrive quietly. Other times they come carrying worry, uncertainty, or questions that seem difficult to answer. Many people spend a great deal of energy trying to hold tomorrow together before it arrives. Yet tomorrow has never belonged to us. It has always belonged to God. The Lord who carried you through today is already present in every moment of tomorrow. Nothing waiting ahead will surprise Him. No challenge will appear beyond His awareness. No step will be taken outside His care. That does not mean there will never be difficulties. The Scripture itself speaks of moments when we stumble. Yet it also reminds us that we are upheld by the hand of God. We may bend beneath life's pressures, but we do not face them unsupported. Father, thank You for every way You have guided me through this day. Thank You for Your faithfulness in moments I recognised and in moments I did not even see. Thank You that Your care extends beyond today and into every tomorrow. Jesus, help me release the future into Your hands. Where uncertainty creates worry, replace it with trust. Where questions remain unanswered, replace them with peace. Teach me to rest in the confidence that You are already preparing the way ahead. Lord, remind me that my security is not found in knowing everything that will happen. My security is found in knowing that You will be there when it does. Across the world, from Atlanta to Perth, from Abuja to Santiago and Singapore, may hearts find comfort in the assurance that God is holding tomorrow with the same faithfulness He has shown today. Jesús, confío mi mañana en Tus manos. Jesus, entrego o meu amanhã nas Tuas mãos. Jesus, ipinagkakatiwala ko sa Iyo ang aking bukas. Father, I trust You with tomorrow and rest in Your faithfulness tonight. Amen. Psalm 37 prayer, evening prayer, trusting God with the future, Christian encouragement, prayer for stability, prayer for hope, daily prayer, Christian devotion evening prayer for trusting God with the future, Christian prayer for uncertain seasons, finding confidence in God's guidance, prayer for hope and stabilitySupport the showDaily Prayer with Reverend Ben Cooper now reaches 185 countries and 3,012 cities worldwide through the Global Blend Radio network.This is a listener-funded global ministry. If these daily prayers strengthen your faith or help you through difficult seasons, would you consider becoming a monthly prayer partner for just £3 per month?Your support enables us to continue recording, hosting, and broadcasting daily biblical encouragement across the nations — keeping this ministry free and accessible to everyone who needs it.You can support today at GlobalBlendRadio.comTogether, we can keep prayer moving across the world.To submit a prayer request or connect with our global prayer community, visit DailyPrayer.ukBuy me a Coffee 

Send us your feedback — we're listeningExodus 14:14 — Rest Tonight, God Is Fighting For You Recorded live from London, England — where faith meets the world in daily prayer and global hope. Nashville • Auckland • Lagos • Singapore • Buenos Aires REST • SURRENDER • PEACEFUL CONFIDENCE night prayer for peaceful rest • Christian bedtime prayer for weary hearts • prayer for surrendering worries • resting safely in God's care  Exodus 14:14 (NIV) “The Lord will fight for you; you need only to be still.” As this day comes to its close, there may still be concerns you wish had been resolved. There may be situations that remain unanswered, conversations that continue to weigh on your heart, or circumstances that seem beyond your ability to change. One of the hardest lessons in life is learning that not every battle is ours to carry. Some burdens belong in God's hands. Some worries do not become lighter because we think about them for another hour. Some answers will arrive more quickly when we stop chasing them and begin trusting the Lord who already sees the outcome. Tonight, God is not asking you to solve everything. He is inviting you to be still. The same God who has carried you through this day is watching over you tonight. His strength has not diminished. His faithfulness has not weakened. His love has not moved further away. While you rest, God remains at work. Father, thank You for Your care throughout this day. Thank You for every moment of protection, provision, and grace. Thank You that I can place into Your hands the things that are too heavy for me to carry. Jesus, I release tonight's worries to You. I release tomorrow's concerns to You. I release the situations I cannot control and the questions I cannot answer. Replace striving with peace and replace fear with trust. Lord, help me rest in the confidence that You are working even when I am sleeping. Let Your peace settle over my mind, Your presence surround my home, and Your love quiet every anxious thought. Across the world, from Nashville to Auckland, from Lagos to Singapore and Buenos Aires, may weary hearts discover rest, anxious minds discover stillness, and tired souls discover the comfort of God's faithful care. Jesús, descanso en Tu cuidado esta noche. Jesus, descanso no Teu cuidado esta noite. Jesus, nagpapahinga ako sa Iyong pangangalaga ngayong gabi. Father, I choose to be still and rest in Your care tonight. Amen. Exodus 14 prayer, night prayer, bedtime prayer, prayer for peaceful rest, Christian encouragement, prayer for surrender, daily prayer, Christian devotion night prayer for peaceful rest, Christian bedtime prayer for weary hearts, prayer for surrendering worries, resting safely in God's careSupport the showDaily Prayer with Reverend Ben Cooper now reaches 185 countries and 3,012 cities worldwide through the Global Blend Radio network.This is a listener-funded global ministry. If these daily prayers strengthen your faith or help you through difficult seasons, would you consider becoming a monthly prayer partner for just £3 per month?Your support enables us to continue recording, hosting, and broadcasting daily biblical encouragement across the nations — keeping this ministry free and accessible to everyone who needs it.You can support today at GlobalBlendRadio.comTogether, we can keep prayer moving across the world.To submit a prayer request or connect with our global prayer community, visit DailyPrayer.ukBuy me a Coffee 

Send us your feedback — we're listening Zephaniah 3:17 — God Is Closer Than You Think This Morning - Recorded live from London, England — where faith meets the world in daily prayer and global hope. Dallas • Auckland • Lagos • Singapore • Santiago PRESENCE • REASSURANCE • PEACE morning prayer for reassurance • Christian prayer when feeling alone • prayer to start the day with God • finding peace in God's presence  Zephaniah 3:17 (NIV) “The Lord your God is with you, the Mighty Warrior who saves. He will take great delight in you; in his love he will no longer rebuke you, but will rejoice over you with singing.” As this new day begins, you may be carrying more than anyone else can see. There may be concerns sitting quietly in your heart. There may be questions you have not found answers to yet. There may even be moments when you wonder if God sees what you are facing or understands the weight you are carrying. Yet before this day gathers pace, before the demands arrive, and before the noise of life begins to compete for your attention, God offers a simple reminder. He is near. Closer than your fears. Closer than your worries. Closer than the thoughts that try to convince you that you are facing life alone. Father, thank You that Your presence is not distant. Thank You that I do not need to search for You in faraway places because You are already here. Thank You that You see every concern, every burden, and every hope that I carry into this day. Jesus, help me begin this morning with confidence in Your love. Where loneliness tries to settle, remind me that You are near. Where uncertainty tries to grow, remind me that You are faithful. Where fear tries to speak loudly, help me hear Your voice above every other voice. Lord, help me walk through this day knowing that I am seen, known, and loved by You. Across the world, from Dallas to Auckland, from Lagos to Singapore and Santiago, may hearts discover the comfort of God's presence and the peace that comes from knowing He walks beside us. Jesús, gracias por estar cerca de mí. Jesus, obrigado por estares perto de mim. Jesus, salamat dahil kasama Kita. Father, thank You for being closer than I realise and more faithful than I can imagine. Amen. Zephaniah 3 prayer, morning prayer, prayer for reassurance, Christian encouragement, prayer when feeling alone, daily prayer, God's presence, Christian devotion morning prayer for reassurance, Christian prayer when feeling alone, prayer to start the day with God, finding peace in God's presenceSupport the showDaily Prayer with Reverend Ben Cooper now reaches 185 countries and 3,012 cities worldwide through the Global Blend Radio network.This is a listener-funded global ministry. If these daily prayers strengthen your faith or help you through difficult seasons, would you consider becoming a monthly prayer partner for just £3 per month?Your support enables us to continue recording, hosting, and broadcasting daily biblical encouragement across the nations — keeping this ministry free and accessible to everyone who needs it.You can support today at GlobalBlendRadio.comTogether, we can keep prayer moving across the world.To submit a prayer request or connect with our global prayer community, visit DailyPrayer.ukBuy me a Coffee 

Send us your feedback — we're listeningDeuteronomy 31:8 — The God Who Goes Before You Is Already There Recorded live from London, England — where faith meets the world in daily prayer and global hope. Houston • Brisbane • Abuja • Manila • Bogotá PRESENCE • CONFIDENCE • COURAGE Christian prayer for difficult days • prayer for confidence and courage • encouragement prayer for today • trusting God with uncertainty Deuteronomy 31:8 (NIV) “The Lord himself goes before you and will be with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged.” There are moments when the day ahead feels uncertain. Perhaps there is a conversation you have been avoiding. Perhaps there is a decision that feels bigger than you expected. Perhaps there is a situation that continues to sit heavily on your heart. Often, we look ahead and wonder how we will cope when we finally arrive at the thing we fear. Yet this scripture offers a powerful reminder. Before you arrive there, God is already there. Before you walk into that meeting, God is already there. Before you face that challenge, God is already there. Before you receive the answer, God is already there. Father, thank You that I never walk alone. Thank You that Your presence is not limited by my circumstances and that You are already working in places I cannot yet see. Jesus, help me trust You with what lies ahead. When fear tries to convince me that I am not strong enough, remind me that Your strength is available. When uncertainty clouds my thinking, remind me that Your wisdom remains steady. Lord, help me stop borrowing tomorrow's worries and instead receive today's grace. Teach me to trust that the God who has brought me this far will continue to lead me forward. Across the world, people are facing decisions, responsibilities, and unknown situations. From Houston to Brisbane, from Abuja to Manila and Bogotá, may hearts be strengthened by the assurance that God goes before them, walks beside them, and remains faithful through every season. Jesús, ayúdame a confiar en Tu camino. Jesus, ajuda-me a confiar no Teu caminho. Jesus, tulungan Mo akong magtiwala sa Iyong landas. Father, I place this day into Your hands and move forward with confidence in Your presence. Amen. Deuteronomy 31 prayer, prayer for courage, Christian encouragement, prayer for confidence, prayer for difficult days, daily prayer, God's presence, Christian devotion Christian prayer for difficult days, prayer for confidence and courage, encouragement prayer for today, trusting God with uncertaintySupport the showDaily Prayer with Reverend Ben Cooper now reaches 185 countries and 3,012 cities worldwide through the Global Blend Radio network.This is a listener-funded global ministry. If these daily prayers strengthen your faith or help you through difficult seasons, would you consider becoming a monthly prayer partner for just £3 per month?Your support enables us to continue recording, hosting, and broadcasting daily biblical encouragement across the nations — keeping this ministry free and accessible to everyone who needs it.You can support today at GlobalBlendRadio.comTogether, we can keep prayer moving across the world.To submit a prayer request or connect with our global prayer community, visit DailyPrayer.ukBuy me a Coffee 

Send us your feedback — we're listeningDeuteronomy 31:8 — You Do Not Walk Into This Day By Yourself Recorded live from London, England — where faith meets the world in daily prayer and global hope. Houston • Melbourne • Wellington • Manila • São Paulo COURAGE • PRESENCE • CONFIDENCE Christian prayer for courage today • prayer when facing uncertainty • prayer for strength and confidence • prayer to remember God is with you Deuteronomy 31:8 (NIV) “The Lord himself goes before you and will be with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged.” There are moments in life when the day ahead feels larger than we would like it to. A difficult conversation. An important decision. A challenge we did not expect. A responsibility we wish we could avoid. Sometimes it is not the size of the problem that troubles us. It is the feeling of facing it alone. Today's scripture speaks directly into that fear. Before you arrive at today's challenges, God is already there. Before you reach today's questions, God already sees the answers. Before you take the next step, God is already walking beside you. Father, thank You that Your presence goes before me. Thank You that I do not have to create courage from my own strength or confidence from my own understanding. Jesus, stay close beside me today. When fear tries to speak loudly, remind me that You are near. When uncertainty tries to distract me, help me trust Your guidance. When I feel discouraged, help me remember that Your promises remain faithful. Lord, help me walk through this day with quiet confidence. Not because I know what tomorrow holds. But because I know You are with me today. Across the world, many people are facing situations that require courage, patience, and trust. From Houston to Melbourne, from Wellington to Manila and São Paulo, may hearts be strengthened today by the assurance that God goes before them, God walks beside them, and God remains faithful through every season. Jesús, camina conmigo durante este día. Jesus, caminha comigo durante este dia. Jesus, samahan Mo ako sa buong araw na ito. Father, I will not walk in fear today. I will walk forward knowing that You are with me. Amen. Deuteronomy 31 prayer, prayer for courage, Christian encouragement, prayer for strength, daily prayer, prayer for confidence, prayer for uncertainty, Christian devotion Christian prayer for courage today, prayer when facing uncertainty, prayer for strength and confidence, prayer to remember God is with youSupport the showDaily Prayer with Reverend Ben Cooper now reaches 185 countries and 3,012 cities worldwide through the Global Blend Radio network.This is a listener-funded global ministry. If these daily prayers strengthen your faith or help you through difficult seasons, would you consider becoming a monthly prayer partner for just £3 per month?Your support enables us to continue recording, hosting, and broadcasting daily biblical encouragement across the nations — keeping this ministry free and accessible to everyone who needs it.You can support today at GlobalBlendRadio.comTogether, we can keep prayer moving across the world.To submit a prayer request or connect with our global prayer community, visit DailyPrayer.ukBuy me a Coffee 

Send us your feedback — we're listening Deuteronomy 31:8 — Whatever Awaits You Today, God Is Already There Live from London, England — where faith meets the world in daily prayer and global hope Tennessee • Melbourne • Wellington • Manila • Bogotá REASSURANCE • COURAGE • STEADY STEPS prayer for uncertainty • Christian prayer for courage today • prayer for peace when facing challenges • prayer for strength and reassurance Deuteronomy 31:8 (NIV) “The Lord himself goes before you and will be with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you.” As this day continues, pause for a quiet moment with Jesus. Perhaps there is something ahead of you today that feels uncertain. A conversation. A decision. A responsibility. A situation you wish you had more answers for. For a moment, let your heart become still. You do not need to know everything that lies ahead. God is already there. He sees the path before you. He sees the things that concern you. He sees the questions you are still carrying. And He has not stepped away. Father, thank You that I never walk into any situation by myself. Thank You that before I arrive, You are already present. Thank You that Your faithfulness reaches further than my fears and further than my understanding. Jesus, stay close beside me today. When I feel uncertain, help me trust You. When I feel nervous about what is ahead, help me remember that You go before me.  When I feel overwhelmed by possibilities and outcomes, help me focus on the next step instead of every step. Lord, guide me with Your peace. Help me walk steadily through this day. Help me trust Your timing.  Help me rest in the knowledge that You are already working in places I cannot yet see. Across the world, people are facing situations that require courage, wisdom, and faith. From Tennessee to Melbourne, from Wellington to Manila and Bogotá, may hearts be reminded today that God goes before us, God walks beside us, and God remains faithful in every season. Jesús, guíame y ayúdame a confiar en Ti hoy. Jesus, vai à minha frente e fortalece meu coração. Jesus, pangunahan Mo ako at samahan Mo ako ngayon. Father, I place my concerns into Your hands. And I choose to walk forward with trust. Amen. Deuteronomy 31 prayer, prayer for courage, Christian encouragement, prayer for uncertainty, prayer for peace, trust God prayer, daily prayer, prayer for strength prayer for uncertainty, Christian prayer for courage today, prayer for peace when facing challenges, prayer for strength and reassuranceSupport the showDaily Prayer with Reverend Ben Cooper now reaches 185 countries and 3,012 cities worldwide through the Global Blend Radio network.This is a listener-funded global ministry. If these daily prayers strengthen your faith or help you through difficult seasons, would you consider becoming a monthly prayer partner for just £3 per month?Your support enables us to continue recording, hosting, and broadcasting daily biblical encouragement across the nations — keeping this ministry free and accessible to everyone who needs it.You can support today at GlobalBlendRadio.comTogether, we can keep prayer moving across the world.To submit a prayer request or connect with our global prayer community, visit DailyPrayer.ukBuy me a Coffee 

Send us your feedback — we're listeningPsalm 34 18 — When Your Heart Feels Worn Down: A Morning Prayer for Gentle Hope and Peace Live from London, England — where faith meets the world in daily prayer and global hope Texas • Tennessee • Mexico City • São Paulo • Georgia GENTLE HOPE • PEACE • EMOTIONAL STRENGTH morning prayer for emotional peace • Christian prayer for a tired heart • prayer for gentle hope today • prayer for calmness and emotional strength Psalm 34:18 (NIV) “The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.” If your heart feels emotionally worn down this morning, pause for a quiet moment with Jesus. You are safe to slow down for a moment. God sees the emotional weight you have been quietly carrying. He understands the hidden tiredness, anxious thoughts, and silent pressures that can slowly leave the heart feeling exhausted. Before this day moves any further, let your soul breathe again gently. Father, in the name of Jesus, I come before You now. Jesus, stay close beside me through this day. When my thoughts begin feeling emotionally heavy, help my heart settle quietly within Your peace again.  When pressure and tiredness begin making life feel overwhelming, remind me that I do not need to carry every burden alone. Lord, help me receive quiet strength today. I place this day into Your hands now. I release the emotional strain, hidden fears, and quiet heaviness that have been draining my peace. And now, I choose gentle hope instead of fear. Jesus, walk beside me softly through every moment ahead today. Lead me beside still waters and let my heart rest safely within Your calm presence. God has not stepped away from you. Even now, while your heart feels tired and emotionally worn down, His presence remains close beside you. Jesus is with you now. Across the world, people are waking today carrying emotional exhaustion, quiet anxiety, and hidden struggles within their hearts. From Texas to Tennessee, from Mexico City to São Paulo and Georgia, Jesus is bringing calmness, reassurance, and gentle hope to weary hearts this morning. Jesús, quédate cerca de mi corazón cansado hoy. Jesus, traz calma e esperança ao meu coração hoje. Jesus, samahan Mo ako at bigyan Mo ako ng tahimik na lakas ngayon. Father, I trust You completely. And today, I will rest quietly within Your peace. Amen. Psalm 34 prayer, morning prayer, prayer for emotional peace, Christian encouragement, tired heart prayer, emotional healing prayer, prayer for hope, trust God prayer morning prayer for emotional peace, Christian prayer for a tired heart, prayer for gentle hope today, prayer for calmness and emotional strengthSupport the showDaily Prayer with Reverend Ben Cooper now reaches 185 countries and 3,012 cities worldwide through the Global Blend Radio network.This is a listener-funded global ministry. If these daily prayers strengthen your faith or help you through difficult seasons, would you consider becoming a monthly prayer partner for just £3 per month?Your support enables us to continue recording, hosting, and broadcasting daily biblical encouragement across the nations — keeping this ministry free and accessible to everyone who needs it.You can support today at GlobalBlendRadio.comTogether, we can keep prayer moving across the world.To submit a prayer request or connect with our global prayer community, visit DailyPrayer.ukBuy me a Coffee 

Today's episode is a special guided encounter, where Stasi gently leads us beyond learning about Jesus and into experiencing His presence within us. Through prayer, breath, Scripture, and sacred imagination, we are invited to settle our souls, release our burdens, and meet with the living Christ in the deep places of our hearts. We encourage you to set aside a quiet moment for this encounter, come expectant, and let Jesus draw you into His love.…..SHOW NOTES:…..VERSES: Ephesians 3:17 (NIV) – so that Christ may dwell in your hearts through faith. And I pray that you, being rooted and established in lovePsalm 42:7 (NIV) – Deep calls to deep in the roar of your waterfalls; all your waves and breakers have swept over meRevelation 3:20 (NIV) – Here I am! I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears my voice and opens the door, I will come in and eat with that person, and they with mePsalm 23:1–3 (NIV) – The Lord is my shepherd, I lack nothing. He makes me lie down in green pastures, he leads me beside quiet waters, he refreshes my soulPsalm 18:6 (NIV) – In my distress I called to the Lord; I cried to my God for help. From his temple he heard my voice; my cry came before him, into his earsPsalm 18:35 (NIV) – You make your saving help my shield, and your right hand sustains me; your help has made me greatPsalm 91:11–12 (NIV) – For he will command his angels concerning you to guard you in all your ways; they will lift you up in their hands, so that you will not strike your foot against a stone1 Corinthians 6:19 (NIV) – Do you not know that your bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit, who is in you, whom you have received from God? You are not your own…..RESOURCESThe Pause App — Includes the One Minute Pause, 30 Days to Resilience, the Experience Jesus 20-day program, and the Prayer of Descent.  https://www.pauseapp.com/…..Don't Miss Out on the Next Episode—Subscribe for FreeSubscribe using your favorite podcast app:YouTube – https://wahe.art/4h8DelLSpotify Podcasts – https://wahe.art/496zdfnApple Podcasts – https://apple.co/42E0oZ1 Amazon Music & Audible – https://amzn.to/3M9u6hJ

Send us your feedback — we're listening Psalm 121 7–8 — Before You Close Your Eyes Tonight: A Prayer for Safety, Rest, and Quiet Comfort Live from London, England — where faith meets the world in daily prayer and global hope Nashville • Texas • Guadalajara • Brazil • Mississippi SAFETY • REST • QUIET COMFORT night prayer for peaceful rest • Christian bedtime prayer for comfort • prayer for emotional safety tonight • prayer for calm sleep and peace  Psalm 121:7–8 (NIV) “The Lord will watch over your coming and going both now and forevermore.” Before you close your eyes tonight, pause for a quiet moment with Jesus. You do not need to carry the worries of tomorrow into this night. God sees how emotionally tired you have become today. He understands the hidden pressure, restless thoughts, and quiet exhaustion that can continue lingering when the world around you finally becomes still.Father, in the name of Jesus, I come before You now. Jesus, stay close beside me tonight. When anxious thoughts begin filling my mind, help my heart become calm again. When fear or emotional heaviness starts draining my peace, remind me that I am still safely held within Your presence. Lord, help my thoughts settle peacefully tonight. I place tomorrow into Your hands now. I release every hidden burden, emotional strain, and quiet fear that has been exhausting my spirit today. And now, I choose rest instead of worry. Jesus, bring quietness to my heart tonight. Lead me beside still waters and let my soul rest peacefully within Your care through this night. God has not stepped away from you. Even here, while the night becomes quiet around you, His presence remains close beside you now. Jesus is with you now. Across the world, people are searching tonight for emotional safety, peaceful rest, and reassurance for weary hearts. From Nashville to Texas, from Guadalajara to Brazil and Mississippi, Jesus is bringing calmness, comfort, and peaceful rest to hearts needing quiet reassurance tonight. Jesús, trae descanso y calma a mi corazón esta noche. Jesus, guarda meu coração cansado e me dá descanso. Jesus, bantayan Mo ako at bigyan Mo ako ng mapayapang pahinga ngayong gabi. Father, I trust You completely. And tonight, I will rest safely within Your peace. Amen. Psalm 121 prayer, night prayer, bedtime prayer, Christian encouragement, emotional healing prayer, prayer for peaceful sleep, prayer for anxiety, trust God prayer night prayer for peaceful rest, Christian bedtime prayer for comfort, prayer for emotional safety tonight, prayer for calm sleep and peaceSupport the showDaily Prayer with Reverend Ben Cooper now reaches 185 countries and 3,012 cities worldwide through the Global Blend Radio network.This is a listener-funded global ministry. If these daily prayers strengthen your faith or help you through difficult seasons, would you consider becoming a monthly prayer partner for just £3 per month?Your support enables us to continue recording, hosting, and broadcasting daily biblical encouragement across the nations — keeping this ministry free and accessible to everyone who needs it.You can support today at GlobalBlendRadio.comTogether, we can keep prayer moving across the world.To submit a prayer request or connect with our global prayer community, visit DailyPrayer.ukBuy me a Coffee 

Why in the world did God make mosquitoes? Let's look past the itch and glimpse God's good designs and purpose in an insect with a biteful reputation.Here's our trail map:How Are Mosquitoes Born?Why Do Mosquitoes Suck Blood?Why Did God Make Mosquitoes?How Do Mosquitoes Show Us God's Goodness?Download this lesson's free coloring sheet: https://thenaturaltheologyproject.com/why-did-god-make-mosquitoes/Related Lessons to listen to next:How Do Water Striders Walk On Water? Lesson 69: https://player.captivate.fm/episode/ce7200f3-9322-46b6-bdc5-f6355f73de07/Are Bats Blind? Episode 39: https://player.captivate.fm/episode/56235373-ab56-4920-aeaf-29af9b2f2a7a/Why Are Bats Great Gardeners? Episode 40: https://player.captivate.fm/episode/e2851257-6ed1-477e-bd47-2321e54de717/Eryn's Books:Where Wonder Leads: An Adventure in God's Wild and Wonderful World: https://www.amazon.com/Where-Wonder-Leads-Adventure-Wonderful/dp/1645076210Made to Marvel: 52 Family Devotions Exploring the Wild Wonders of God's Creation: https://www.amazon.com/Made-Marvel-Devotions-Exploring-Creation/dp/0800748506The Nature of Rest: What the Bible and Creation Teach Us About Sabbath Living: https://www.amazon.com/Nature-Rest-Creation-Sabbath-Living/dp/0825448891Rooted in Wonder: Nurturing Your Family's Faith Through God's Creation: https://www.amazon.com/Rooted-Wonder-Nurturing-Familys-Creation/dp/0825447615936 Pennies: Discovering the Joy of Intentional Parenting: https://www.amazon.com/936-Pennies-Discovering-Intentional-Parenting/dp/0764219782Episode Links:Bugs: Big & Small, God Made Them All: https://www.masterbooks.com/bugsExplore books, curriculum, and resources by Master Books: https://www.masterbooks.com/Try CTCMath for free and with a 12-month money back guarantee: https://ctcmath.com/Nat Theo Club Bonus Video: https://thenaturaltheologyproject.com/memberGet full lesson guides in the Nat Theo Club: https://thenaturaltheologyproject.com/clubFree Mosquito Coloring Sheet: https://thenaturaltheologyproject.com/why-did-god-make-mosquitoes/Ask your nature question: https://thenaturaltheologyproject.com/askScriptures Referenced in This Episode:“God saw all that he had made, and it was very good.” Genesis 1:31 (NIV)“God said, ‘Look, I have given you all the plants that have grain for seeds and all the trees whose fruits have seeds in them. They will be food for you. I have given all the green plants as food for every wild animal, every bird of the air, and every small crawling animal.' And it happened.” Genesis 1:29-30 (NCV)“Against its will, all creation was subjected to God's curse. But with eager hope, the creation looks forward to the day when it will join God's children in glorious freedom from death and decay. For we know that all creation has been groaning as in the pains of childbirth right up to the present time.” Romans 8:20-22 (NLT)“...I am making everything new!...” Revelation 21:5 (NIV)“The Lord is good to everyone.He showers compassion on all his creation.” Psalm 145:9 (NLT)Terms Learned in This Episode:Larva: A baby insect.Mosquito Wriggler: The larva stage of a mosquito.Siphon: The breathing tube at the end of a mosquito larva's body that allows it to breathe while underwater.Pupa: A juvenile insect. The life stage before growing into an adult.Mosquito Tumbler: The pupa stage of a mosquito.Protein: Tiny building materials in living things that help bodies grow, repair themselves, and do important jobs.Pollinator: A creature that helps spread pollen, which helps plants grow.This podcast episode contains paid advertisements.Mentioned in this episode:Magnify: A Wild & Wonderful Summer Adventure by Nat TheoJoin us for summer Bible & nature study! https://thenaturaltheologyproject.com/magnify

Intimacy with Jesus isn't reserved for the spiritually polished—it's an open invitation, already within reach, and woven into our ordinary moments. In today's podcast, Stasi and Amber Sales—of the Wild at Heart team—reflect on what it means to cultivate intimacy with Jesus over time: trusting Him with our loneliness, our shame, and our longing to be truly known. He is already nearer than our breath, already delighting over us, and as we draw near to him, he draws near to us.…..SHOW NOTES:…..VERSES: Nehemiah 8:10 (NIV) – Do not grieve, for the joy of the Lord is your strength.James 4:8 (NIV) – Come near to God and he will come near to you.Zephaniah 3:17 (NIV) – The Lord your God is with you, the Mighty Warrior who saves. He will take great delight in you; in his love he will no longer rebuke you, but will rejoice over you with singing.Romans 2:4 (NIV) – Or do you show contempt for the riches of his kindness, forbearance and patience, not realizing that God's kindness is intended to lead you to repentance? …..RESOURCESThe Ladder of Love Retreat — October 1–4, 2026 in Fraser, Colorado. The lottery for this event will be held May 13-19, 2026: https://wildatheart.org/events/ladder-of-love-2026The Ladder of Love: A pathway to emotional healing and spiritual intimacy with Jesus by Stasi Eldredge: Available October 6, 2026  https://wildatheart.org/books/the-ladder-of-loveStasi's Soaking Worship Playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/60NJpEJ8knwoN9seX0kqkyThe Pause App — Includes the One Minute Pause, 30 Days to Resilience, and the Experience Jesus 20-day program.  https://www.pauseapp.com/The Daily Prayer from Wild at Heart — Now available within the Pause App or on the Wild at Heart App.  https://wahe.art/4e1NSIg…..Don't Miss Out on the Next Episode—Subscribe for FreeSubscribe using your favorite podcast app:YouTube – https://wahe.art/4h8DelLSpotify Podcasts – https://wahe.art/496zdfnApple Podcasts – https://apple.co/42E0oZ1 Amazon Music & Audible – https://amzn.to/3M9u6hJ

858 I Have Heard Them Cry Out, A Guided Christian Meditation on Exodus 3:7-9 with the Recenter With Christ app The purpose of this podcast is to help you find more peace in  and connect with the true source of peace, Jesus Christ.  Outline: Relaxation, Reading, Meditation, Prayer, Contemplation and Visualization.  You can sit comfortably and uninterrupted for about 20 minutes.You should hopefully not be driving or anything tense or unrelaxing.  If you feel comfortable to do so, I invite you to close your eyes.   Guided Relaxation / Guided Meditation:   Breathe and direct your thoughts to connecting with God. Let your stomach be a balloon inflate,  deflate. Scripture for Meditation Exodus 3 NIV The Lord said, "I have indeed seen the misery of my people in Egypt. I have heard them crying out because of their slave drivers, and I am concerned about their suffering. 8 So I have come down to rescue them from the hand of the Egyptians and to bring them up out of that land into a good and spacious land, a land flowing with milk and honey—the home of the Canaanites, Hittites, Amorites, Perizzites, Hivites and Jebusites. 9 And now the cry of the Israelites has reached me, and I have seen the way the Egyptians are oppressing them. NLT 7 Then the Lord told him, "I have certainly seen the oppression of my people in Egypt. I have heard their cries of distress because of their harsh slave drivers. Yes, I am aware of their suffering. 8 So I have come down to rescue them from the power of the Egyptians and lead them out of Egypt into their own fertile and spacious land. It is a land flowing with milk and honey—the land where the Canaanites, Hittites, Amorites, Perizzites, Hivites, and Jebusites now live. 9 Look! The cry of the people of Israel has reached me, and I have seen how harshly the Egyptians abuse them. Reflection on Scripture: I want you to stop everything you are thinking and hone in on this call from the Lord. I am aware of your suffering is what he says to you. I know what you have been through. This scripture points out that he could tell you clearly, I know your victories and your setbacks. I know your heart. I know what you need. I know what it takes to craft you into the image I want from you. Not only do I know all these things but I am strong. I am strong enough to save you. I have that power. The greatest challenge of all the one we should be most desperate for is a forgiveness of our sin.  Each one of us has weakness within our mind and heart. Take this moment to turn from that weakness toward the strength God offers. Working with people in the most challenging of circumstances has shown me again and again that each of us have our own story with plenty of deep valleys. As an example It has been a few weeks since I put out an episode. I got sick then had a family member in the hospital and then someone I minister to in a professional context was in the hospital. So I have had many things up in the air. And at the end of all that I ended up traveling to support a family member and I am not at home to celebrate Mother's Day with my wife. At certain points I have been quite low recently. And yet I know that my struggle is knot unknown to God. He knows it. And he lets these things happen because he knows what is required to cause us to grow. He knows what is required for us to overcome. Please trust the one who has power to save.  Meditation of Prayer: Pray as directed by the Spirit. Dedicate these moments to the patient waiting, when you feel ready ask God for understanding you desire from Him. Meditation of God and His Glory / Hesychasm: I invite you to sit in silence feeling patient for your own faults and trials. Summarize what insights you have gained during this meditation and meditate and visualize positive change in your life: This is a listener funded podcast at patreon.com/christianmeditationpodcast Final Question: If you consider the invitation and command to persevere in the faith, what change in your life does that bring to your mind?  FIND ME ON: Download my free app: Recenter with Christ Website - ChristianMeditationPodcast.com Voicemail - (602) 888-3795 Email: jared@christianmeditationpodcast.com Apple Podcasts - Christian Meditation Podcast Facebook.com/christianmeditationpodcast Youtube.com/christianmeditaitonpodcast Twitter - @ChristianMedPod

A Story of Rebellion, Judgement, and Grace Pastor Jon Verwey Jesus then began to speak to them in parables: “A man planted a vineyard. He put a wall around it, dug a pit for the winepress and built a watchtower. Then he rented the vineyard to some farmers and moved to another place. At harvest time he sent a servant to the tenants to collect from them some of the fruit of the vineyard. But they seized him, beat him and sent him away empty-handed. Then he sent another servant to them; they struck this man on the head and treated him shamefully. He sent still another, and that one they killed. He sent many others; some of them they beat, others they killed. —Mark 12:1-5 NIV …The Lord, the Lord, the compassionate and gracious God, slow to anger, abounding in love and faithfulness, maintaining love to thousands, and forgiving wickedness, rebellion and sin. — Exodus 34:6-7a NIV God patiently calls people to repentance and forms them into a people who love, follow, and live for His Son. He had one left to send, a son, whom he loved. He sent him last of all, saying, ‘They will respect my son.' “But the tenants said to one another, ‘This is the heir. Come, let's kill him, and the inheritance will be ours.' So they took him and killed him, and threw him out of the vineyard. —Mark 12:6-8 NIV What then will the owner of the vineyard do? He will come and kill those tenants and give the vineyard to others. — Mark 12:9 NIV The Lord is slow to anger but great in power; the Lord will not leave the guilty unpunished. — Nahum 1:3a NIV Haven't you read this passage of Scripture: “ ‘The stone the builders rejected has become the cornerstone; the Lord has done this, and it is marvelous in our eyes'?” — Mark 12:10-11 NIV The stone the builders rejected has become the cornerstone; the Lord has done this, and it is marvelous in our eyes. — Psalm 118:22–23 NIV But you, Lord, are a compassionate and gracious God, slow to anger, abounding in love and faithfulness. Turn to me and have mercy on me; show your strength in behalf of your servant; save me, because I serve you just as my mother did. — Psalm 86:15–16 NIV

Room To Breathe Pt. 1| MAY 3, 2026Exodus 14:1-4 (NLT) Then the Lord gave these instructions to Moses: “Order the Israelites to turn back and camp by Pi-hahiroth between Migdol and the sea. Camp there along the shore, across from Baal-zephon.Then Pharaoh will think, ‘The Israelites are confused. They are trapped in the wilderness!' And once again I will harden Pharaoh's heart, and he will chase after you. I have planned this in order to display my glory through Pharaoh and his whole army. After this the Egyptians will know that I am the Lord!” So the Israelites camped there as they were told.✓  NOT EVERY DIFFICULT PLACE IS A WRONG PLACE.Exodus 14:2 (NLT) “Turn back and camp by the sea…”✓  FEELING STUCK EXPOSES WHERE WE'RE LOOKING FOR CONTROL.Exodus 14:10-12 (NLT) As Pharaoh approached, the people of Israel looked up and panicked when they saw the Egyptians overtaking them. They cried out to the Lord, and they said to Moses, “Why did you bring us out here to die in the wilderness? Weren't there enough graves for us in Egypt? What have you done to us? Why did you make us leave Egypt?Didn't we tell you this would happen while we were still in Egypt? We said, ‘Leave us alone! Let us be slaves to the Egyptians. It's better to be a slave in Egypt than a corpse in the wilderness!'”Psalm 23:1-4 (NIV) The Lord is my shepherd, I lack nothing. He makes me lie down in green pastures, he leads me beside quiet waters, he refreshes my soul. He guides me along the right paths for his name's sake. Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I will fear no evil, for you are with me...✓  GOD IS WORKING IN WAYS YOU CAN'T SEE YET.Exodus 14:21-22 (NLT) Then Moses raised his hand over the sea, and the Lord opened up a path through the water with a strong east wind. The wind blew all that night, turning the seabed into dry land. So the people of Israel walked through the middle of the sea on dry ground, with walls of water on each side!WHEN YOU FEEL STUCKI. RELEASE WHAT ISN'T YOURS TO CARRY.I Peter 5:7 (NIV) Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you.You can care deeply without carrying it personally.II. CHOOSE STILLNESS OVER STRIVING.Exodus 14:13-14 (NLT) But Moses told the people, “Don't be afraid. Just stand still and watch the Lord rescue you today. The Egyptians you see today will never be seen again. The Lord himself will fight for you. Just stay calm.”III. BE FAITHFUL WITH THE NEXT STEP.Exodus 14:15 (NLT) Then the Lord said to Moses, “Why are you crying out to me? Tell the people to get moving! Pick up your staff and raise your hand over the sea. Divide the water so the Israelites can walk through the middle of the sea on dry ground.

From “In the Beginning” to Amen // The Slide Towards the Casual God is Holy, Not Ordinary Isaiah 6:3 (ESV)“Holy, holy, holy is the Lord of hosts…” Leviticus 10:3 (ESV)“Among those who are near me I will be sanctified…” Proverbs 9:10 (KJV)“The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom.” God is Loving — But Deeply Worthy of Reverence Casualness Can Lead to Spiritual Drift Galatians 6:7-10 (NIV)“God is not mocked…don't sow to self… be about what He is about.” Romans 11:22 (ESV)“Note then the kindness and severity of God…” The Balance Irreverence Toward God has Serious Consequences The Lord's Presence - The Attack on Ai and the Defeat Joshua 7:10-12 (NIV)“The Lord said to Joshua, ‘Stand up! What are you doing down on your face? Israel has sinned; they have violated my covenant, which I commanded them to keep. They have taken some of the devoted things; they have stolen, they have lied, they have put them with their own possessions. That is why the Israelites cannot stand against their enemies; they turn their backs and run because they have been made liable to destruction. I will not be with you anymore unless you destroy whatever among you is devoted to destruction.'” 1 Samuel 4 (ESV)“By the time of Samuel the Ark had become an amulet and was used casually as a good omen or good luck charm and God let's it be taken.”  The Lord's Portion - Achan's Sin Joshua 7:1 (NIV)“But the Israelites were unfaithful in regard to the devoted things; Achan son of Karmi, the son of Zimri, the son of Zerah, of the tribe of Judah, took some of them. So the Lord's anger burned against Israel.” The Lord's Counsel - The Gibeonites Joshua 9:14-15 (NIV)“The Israelites sampled their provisions but did not inquire of the Lord. Then Joshua made a treaty of peace with them to let them live, and the leaders of the assembly ratified it by oath.- it all looked right so they forgot to ask God for his counsel.” James 1:5 (NLT)“If you need wisdom, ask our generous God, and he will give it to you. He will not rebuke you for asking.” The Lord's Name - Commandment Exodus 20:7 (NLT)“You must not misuse the name of the Lord your God. The Lord will not let you go unpunished if you misuse his name.” The Lord's Word - Every Word is God- Breathed and Useful The Lord's Church - His Body - His Representation

In every page of Scripture, the heart of God is reaching toward us. In this episode, Stasi sits down with Olivia Eldredge, editor of The Message Women's Devotional Bible, as they explore where the stories of women rise with dignity and depth. Together they uncover God's heart for His daughters and His invitation to bring our whole selves—questions, wounds, and the deeper places of our hearts—into His presence.…..SHOW NOTES:…..VERSES: Luke 1:38 (NIV) – I am the Lord's servant, Mary answered. May your word to me be fulfilled. Then the angel left her.Isaiah 19:22 (NIV) – The Lord will strike Egypt with a plague; he will strike them and heal them. They will turn to the Lord, and he will respond to their pleas and heal them. 1 Samuel 2:1-10 (NIV) – Hannah's Prayer, here v1: Then Hannah prayed and said: My heart rejoices in the Lord; in the Lord my horn is lifted high. My mouth boasts over my enemies, for I delight in your deliverance. …..OLIVIA ELDREDGEBIOOlivia Eldredge has been with NavPress since 2018. She serves as the editor for The Message Bible, focusing on the development and editing resources for the Message line. Olivia has a BA in Communications, with minors in Music and Theology, from Whitworth University. Her vocational passion is helping readers come to the Scriptures in a fresh way so they can be met by God in their honest wrestling. Originally from Washington state, she now lives in Colorado with her husband and son.…..The Message Women's Devotional Bible (August 5, 2025) by Eugene H. Peterson  https://wahe.art/4uoqbD2Devotional Stasi read from The Message Women's Devotional Bible: Isaiah 19 (pg. 858), “Building Safe Passage” by Dorina Lazo Gilmore-YoungDevotional Olivia read from The Message Women's Devotional Bible: Hosea 4 (pg. 1077), “On the Agency of Women” by Olivia Eldredge…..Don't Miss Out on the Next Episode—Subscribe for FreeSubscribe using your favorite podcast app:YouTube – https://wahe.art/4h8DelLSpotify Podcasts – https://wahe.art/496zdfnApple Podcasts – https://apple.co/42E0oZ1 Amazon Music & Audible – https://amzn.to/3M9u6hJ

[Mark 10:46-47] Then they reached Jericho, and as Jesus and his disciples left town, a large crowd followed him. A blind beggar named Bartimaeus (son of Timaeus) was sitting beside the road. [47] When Bartimaeus heard that Jesus of Nazareth was nearby, he began to shout, "Jesus, Son of David, have mercy on me!"Our ________________ can often sense what our ________________ cannot.[2 Samuel 7:16] Your house and your kingdom will continue before me for all time, and your throne will be secure forever.'"Sometimes ________________ produces spiritual ________________.[Mark 10:48] "Be quiet!" many of the people yelled at him. But he only shouted louder, "Son of David, have mercy on me!"When ________________ is within reach, ______________ is not an option.[Mark 10:49] When Jesus heard him, he stopped and said, "Tell him to come here." So they called the blind man. "Cheer up," they said. "Come on, he's calling you!"Jesus is still ________________ for those who ___________ out to Him.[Psalm 34:18 NIV] The LORD is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.God is ________________ far away.[Mark 10:50] Bartimaeus threw aside his coat, jumped up, and came to Jesus.Faith often requires letting go before the ________________ is guaranteed.[Mark 10:51-52] "What do you want me to do for you?" Jesus asked. "My rabbi," the blind man said, "I want to see!" [52] And Jesus said to him, "Go, for your faith has healed you." Instantly the man could see, and he followed Jesus down the road.[2 Corinthians 5:17] This means that anyone who belongs to Christ has become a new person. The old life is gone; a new life has begun!When you encounter Jesus, your ________________ changes.

THE GOD WHO IS… Overflowing with Loyal LoveHave you ever filled out a job application and they say “tell us about yourself – describe your personality ; your core values”. You know what you write down is going to reveal whether you are qualified or the right fit for the job…  If you started out, “I'm basically a good guy… sharp, creative, personable, responsible…. BUT don't mess with me before my coffee in the morning – whoa – I can be grumpy and moody… Or Im pretty organized, but don't look in my closet… Or I'm patient – I get along with people but there's things that push my buttons… whoa unto you if you do… THE BEAR COMES OUT OF THE CAVE…This would not be recommended if you are looking for a job in HRSociologists say, there are over 4,000 religions in the world – cut and pasted from ancient beliefs and creeds as well as modern day thought…. Many of them with the same question – WHO ARE YOU GOD? Today – we are going to look again about what God says about HimselfWE ARE IN SERIES – THE GOD WHO IS…Looking at the history of the Children of Israel – the IsraelitesGod has chosen them to reveal Himself to the whole world – His nature, His desires, His eternal plan.He promises to keep a covenant with them that He made to their forefathers 1000 years prior – that He would be there God… Fast forward – the foundation of that covenant is now extended through Christ to you and me – That He would be Our GodAs God begins to form and develop the Israelites into His People – essentially Moses asks the same questions in the book of Exodus 33 _ He asks God to reveal Himself  -  in Exodus 34… Only a few times in Scripture – God describes Himself – His character and nature – our anchor text is the moment when God reveals His own character:FOUNDATIONAL SCRIPTUREExodus 34:6–7 (NIV) The Lord, the Lord, the compassionate and graciousGod, slow to anger, abounding in love and faithfulness, maintaining love to thousands, and forgiving wickedness, rebellion and sin. Yet He does not leave the guilty unpunished; He punishes the children and their children for the sin of the parents to the third and fourth generation.We've looked at God's “Self Description:Compassionate — a God moved in His deepest being by our pain.Gracious — a God who gives delightfully undeserved gifts.Slow to anger — a God who is patient and does not rush to judgment.Today we come to the fourth phrase:“abounding in love” — or as we'll say it: “overflowing with loyal love.”LET'S TALK ABOUT “LOYAL LOVE”INTRODUCTION — WHEN SOMEONE STAYSMost of us know what it feels like to wonder if someone will stay.You messed up in a relationship…You failed to follow through on a promise…You disappointed someone who believed in you…And deep down, you're asking:“Are you still here? Or is this the moment you walk away?”Think about those rare moments when instead of walking away, that personlooks you in the eye and says:“I'm hurt - I'm honest about that…but I'm not going anywhere.I made a promise, and I intend to keep it.”That is more than forgiveness.  That is more than a second chance.That is a kind of stubborn grace — a love that doesn't just pardon you, it stays with you.In Scripture, that stubborn, promise-keeping, staying love is not just something God does…It is something God is.I. THE HEBREW WORD —KHESED חֶסֶ (Khawsed) The word translated “love” here is the Hebrew word khesed (חֶסֶד).KHESED IS ONE OF THE RICHEST, HARDEST-TO-TRANSLATE WORDS IN THE ENTIRE BIBLE.NO SINGLE ENGLISH WORD CAPTURES IT.It combines these qualities:Love – genuine affection and care.Generosity – going above and beyond what's required.Enduring commitment – a promise that sticks, even when it hurts.So you'll see it translated in Bible versions as:“steadfast love”“great love”“unfailing love”“lovingkindness”“mercy”“loyal love”Khesed describes promise-keeping loyalty motivated by deep personalcare.How do we contrast it to our ”natural love”, our transactional love? Not contract.Not cold obligation.Not “I'll do my part if you do yours.”Khesed is:“I'm not leaving.I'm not quitting.I'm not withdrawing my heart.”My commitment is not based on your performance, but based on my character of keeping vows, looking passed flaws; being quick to forgive; knowing your potential, trusting your growth; and believing the best;DO YOU HAVE ANY FRIENDS LIKE THAT? COVENANT FRIENDS? I'M BLESSED TO HAVE SOME IN THIS ROOM … Oris Martin's memorial – his daughter was paying tribute to her dad – About his “Loyal Love To Her”HE SAID – “I ll always have your back” MORE DESCRIPTIVE  - ‘I'LL HAVE YOUR BACK LIKE A TIGHT BRA STRAP” (Im going to archive this) II. RUTH — The Lord gave us a s story to reveal it - A HUMAN PICTURE OF KHESEDOne of the clearest illustrations of khesed is found in the OT book of Ruth.Ruth is a Moabite woman from an outside tribe – she  married into an Israelite family.Her husband dies.His brother dies. – according to custom – next in line to provideHer father-in-law dies – last line of supportAll that's left are three widows: Naomi is Ruth's mother-in -law… left with the other two widowed daughters-in-law.Naomi has nothing left to offer.No income.No security.No future.She tells Ruth“Go back to your people. Start over. There's nothing for you with me.”From a human perspective, the logical thing is to leave.But Ruth does the opposite.She says, in essence:“Where you go, I'll go.Your people will be my people.Your God will be my God.I will stay with you—until death.”She binds her future to Naomi's empty future.She chooses the hard, costly road of staying.And as the story unfolds and people watch Ruth keep this promise, they call her faithfulness acts of khesed (see Ruth 3:10–11).Ruth's khesed is not based on Naomi's usefulness, worth, or ability to repay.It is a window into Ruth's character.She is a person of loyal love.She is a person of generous, promise-keeping commitment.And that is what khesed looks like in human form.III. GOD'S KHESED TO JACOB — LOYAL LOVE TO A DECEIVERBut as inspiring as Ruth is, the Bible is clear: No one shows more khesed than God.From earlier generations - Take Jacob – son of IssacJacob is not a moral hero.He lies.He deceives his father.He cheats his brother.He manipulates situations for his own advantage.Yet God chooses Jacob.God repeats to him the promise He gave to Jacob's  grandfather- Abraham:“I'm going to bless you, give you many descendants, and through your family I will bless the nations.”Jacob runs away in fear and shame.For twenty years he lives in exile.Then, on the way back home, terrified of facing his brother, Esau – whom he has cheated for his birthright, Jacob prays:Genesis 32:10 (ESV)“I am not worthy of the least of all the deeds of khesed (steadfast love) and all the faithfulness that you have shown to your servant, for with only my staff I crossed this Jordan, and now I have become two camps.”Jacob is right.He is not worthy.But that's the point.God's khesed was never based on Jacob's worth.It was never “If you perform, I'll stay.”It was always “I have chosen you, and I am committed to My promise.”God's khesed is a display of God's generous loyalty, not Jacob's behavior.IV. GOD'S KHESED TO ISRAEL — HE KEEPS RESCUINGGod's khesed continues into the story of Jacob's descendants—Israel.They end up enslaved in Egypt for hundreds of years.We're told that God “remembers His covenant” with Abraham and Jacob.To “remember” in Hebrew doesn't mean God forgot.It means God is about to act in faithfulness to His promise.So God defeats Egypt, raises up Moses, and leads Israel toward the promisedland.In the song of Moses, after the Red Sea, they sing:Exodus 15:13 (ESV) “You have led in your steadfast love (khesed) the people whom you have redeemed…”Their liberation is called an act of khesed because God is keeping His word.But the story doesn't stay triumphant for long.On the way to the promised land, Israel sees the nations around them, and feargrips their hearts.They doubt that God can protect them.They talk about appointing a new leader to take them back to slavery in Egypt.They are ready to kill Moses.LET THAT SINK IN:God has rescued them.God has provided for them.God has revealed Himself to them. And they want to go back to bondage.God is understandably hurt and angry.But in Numbers 14, Moses intercedes:Numbers 14:19 (NIV) “In accordance with your great love (khesed), forgive the sin of these people…”Moses doesn't base his request on Israel's behavior.He bases it on God's character.“God, be who You are. Do what is consistent with Your khesed.”And God does. He forgives.He recommits Himself to a people who don't want to be committed to Him.V. HUMAN LOVE VS. GOD'S LOYAL LOVEIn the Bible, God is loyal and loving for no other reason than that's who He is.Of course, God desires His people to respond with khesed in return—to love Him truly, to keep covenant, to love others with the same loyal love.But even when they don't… God's khesed remains.The prophet Hosea says:Hosea 6:4 - Israel's khesed is “like the morning mist” —here one moment, gone the next.Our loyalty is often fragile.Our commitment is often temporary.Our promises are often conditional.But God's khesed is enduring.That's why Psalm 136 opens with:“Give thanks to the Lord, for He is good…”And then repeats 26 times:“for His khesed (steadfast love) endures forever.”Over creation.Over history.Over rebellion.Over enemies.Over everything.God's loyal love outlasts human unfaithfulness.VI. JESUS — THE FULLNESS OF GOD'S LOYAL LOVEAfter centuries of Israel breaking their covenant,and after humanity's long history of violence, idolatry, and death…God still keeps His promise in the most dramatic way possible:He becomes human.In Jesus, God binds Himself to us in a new and deeper way.The New Testament writers reach for words like:agapē (ἀγάπη) – self-giving, sacrificial love.eleos (ἔλεος) – mercy, compassion in action.charis (χάρις) – gracious gift, undeserved favor.All of these overlap with the Old Testament idea of khesed.In John 1, we're told that Jesus comes “full of grace and truth.”That phrase “grace and truth” echoes the Hebrew pairing khesed we'emet —“loyal love and faithfulness.”The early followers of Jesus looked at Him and said:“In Him, we have encountered the God of Israelwho is full of loyal love and faithfulness.”Jesus is:The ultimate loyal and loving human,The perfect image of God's khesed in a human life,The one who loves “to the end” (John 13:1).In His life, death, and resurrection, God opens a new future for us and allcreation.Not because we earned it…But because this is who God is:Generous.Loving.Eternally loyal to His promises.VII. WHEN GOD'S LOYAL LOVE TOUCHES USWhen we truly experience the purity and power of God's loyal love shownthrough Jesus, it doesn't leave us neutral.It compels us.It moves us.It reorients us.We begin to reimagine:Why we love God.How we love people.What commitment looks like in a world of easy exits.Because if this kind of khesed is in God's character,it should begin to show up in our character.VIII. HOW WE SHOW KHESED BACK TO GOD AND OTHERS1. Khesed toward God — measured and revealed in faithful devotion, not occasional attention.If God has bound Himself to us in covenant love, we respond not with “casual spirituality,” but with whole-hearted devotion.Choosing Him when it's costly.Trusting Him when we don't see the way.Obeying Him when it would be easier to compromise.We don't earn His khesed by doing this.We reflect His khesed by doing this.2. Khesed toward people — “Staying” love in a Leaving world. We live in a culture of:ghosting,cancelling,quitting,disposable relationships. God calls His people to a different way:In marriage: keeping vows when feelings fluctuate.In friendship: showing up when there's nothing to gain.In church: staying engaged, serving, forgiving, building, instead ofbouncing at the first offense.In community: caring for the vulnerable when they can't pay you back.ILLUST: MARRIAGE - I CHOOSE YOU… OVER AND OVER AGAIN – 45 YEARSIn marriage, I chose you and I choose you againWhen I first begin to date… sitting in her living room – 2 phone calls from different guys – no cell phones or voicemails… I think- shes got a few choices  Then she tells me a “friend” from UCSB is coming down… wants to go to dinnerFine.. no problem… you are friends… “God, if Jan is the one it will all work out”… sitting there watching ‘sports center:… How good of friends are they?  AM I THE CHOSEN ONE? - “God if he tries to kiss her – take a coal from your altar and scorch his lips”A desire to be chosen… our commitment to that choice has protected our vows for 45 years   Khesed IS COVENENTAL LOVE . IT says:“Even when you're empty, I won't withdraw.Even when this is hard, I won't run.Even when you have little to offer, I'll keep showing up.”Not because people always deserve it, but because God is forming His loyal love in us.3. Khesed toward the undeserving — because that's how God loved us.Remember Jacob.Remember Israel.Remember you.We love with khesed not because people have earned it,but because God extended it to us first.“We love because He first loved us.”Story –  I'll call him “ Bryan” (Ryan Inclan) – from Passover Days- 25 years agoPaul Rogers from Intervarsity invited himBryan - Struggling w faith and as much with identity and habitsPaul moved – asked me if I would stay in touch with Bryan – and asked if he could give Bryan my number – I naively said “yes” not really knowing what that would mean - That was probably 25 years ago… Bryan died about a month ago now. Bryan moved to the Bay Area - fought major Bipolar Disorder along with several other Psychological disorders,He'd call up, friendly, hopeful. In a small group - happyThen weeks later - Midnight texts – desperate, self -hating… just been online doing things in chat rooms – struggling with sexual identity… pray for meI'd leave scripture messages – reinforcing this is Who You Are Now… encouraging him to connect with a church – he tried several churches – goes good – then collapses; there was always an enemy – somebody hurt him; offended him; doesn't understand himThrough the years - Dad dies; mother dies… desperationPaul & I drove to SF to get him in a psych hospitalThen Weeks – no communication… maybe he's better… connected with a local group… no… in relapse… hiding… ashamedTwo months later -  manic weeks – all is better… I found a mens group – im praying againMANY TIMES – Im done… You are way beyond my comfort zone… And my pay gradeSomehow we would re-connect – late night  1 hr caounseling calls … Jan would shake her headHe got liver cancer about 6 months ago… Me and a group of people on a Text thread – praying emoji's, heart emoji's… encouraging words and prayersHe died in peace, believing – GOSPELS – Guys tearing open a roof to lower a friend down to be healed.  For 25 years – tearing off guilt, shame, mental torment in short seasons of relief…Bryan finally made it – now he is healedIX. PRACTICAL QUESTIONS FOR OUR HEARTSWhere am I tempted to walk away instead of stay?Where am I loving only as long as it benefits me?Where is God calling me to reflect His loyal love by keeping a promise,extending grace, or refusing to give up?And deeper still:Where have I underestimated God's loyalty to me?Some of you live like God is one failure away from leaving.In Exodus 34 and the whole story of Scripture shout:“His khesed endures forever.”His love Is LOYAL – so much so that:He may discipline. He may confront. But all for your best interestHe may hand you over to the consequences of your choices for a season, so we see clearly the destructive paths we are on.He does not abandon His promises to be with you and guide you through.He does not abandon His people. He is an Everlasting Father.He does not abandon His plan of redemption – toward you or anyone who calls upon HimCONCLUSION — THE GOD WHO WILL NOT LET GOSo when God says of Himself:“I am abounding in love…”He is saying:“I am overflowing with khesed—with loyal, generous, enduring love.I keep My promises.I stay.I do not quit on what I have begun.”Jesus is the ultimate proof of that.He stepped into our story.He took on our flesh.He bore our sin.He rose with new life.He promised to be with us “always, even to the end of the age.”This is THE GOD WHO IS OVERFLOWING WITH LOYAL LOVE.And if that is who He is, then by the power of His Spirit, that is who He is shaping us to become.ALTAR CALL… He is loyal in his love for us… Even when we aren't feeling itMaybe this is new to you – this foreign kind of unconditional love – it was for me – works basedMaybe you sense it right now – he does love you; He wants you to know him… and enter into this Loyal Love we are talking about.You might say – “I'll never be able to keep my end of the deal… I‘ve got too much stuff going on… Yea – but I can say “you've never been loved like this before…” It's transformativeIt starts w Romans 10:9-10 – a vow Altar Call – side room you sense He's pulled back or away from you… But I would ask… Have you pulled back from HimThere are places and things He won't condone or endorse… again It's about love… Strength to break free and walk it out..As we close – make a commitment to come up hereNext time, we'll look at the fifth trait in this powerful description:“THE GOD WHO IS FAITHFUL.” But today, may we rest in His loyal love,and may we mirror that loyal loveto a world that desperately needs to see it.  

THE GOD WHO IS…Slow To AngerINTRODUCTION — WHEN GOD DIDN'T REACT LIKE YOU EXPECTEDHave you ever looked back on a moment in your life—a season, a decision, a rebellion—and thought: “I'm shocked God didn't give up on me.”Maybe it was a failure you repeated more times than you want to admit.Maybe it was a habit you just couldn't break. Maybe it was a time you knew better… but didn't do better. Maybe it was a moment where you assumed God must be frustrated, disappointed, even angry.But instead of God reacting in hot anger… He responded with patience.Instead of the “strike you down” version of God that some of us grew up hearing about… You found a God who slowed His steps, softened His tone, and continued to walk with you.That is not weakness.That is not God overlooking sin.That is not God compromising His holiness.That is the character of God as revealed by God Himself.Today we come to the third phrase in the most repeated self-description God gives in the entire Bible:FOUNDATIONAL SCRIPTUREExodus 34:6–7 (NIV) The Lord, the Lord, the compassionate and gracious God,slow to anger, abounding in love and faithfulness, maintaining love to thousands, and forgiving wickedness, rebellion and sin. Yet He does not leave the guilty unpunished; He punishes the children and their children for the sin of the parents to the third and fourth generation.[FOR SO MANY PEOPLE…] this is the phrase that surprises them most: “Slow to anger.” Let's dive in to what God really means when He says this.I. THE HEBREW PHRASE — 'EREK 'APPAYIM (“LONG OF NOSE”)The Hebrew phrase translated “slow to anger” is: 'erekh 'appayim (אֶרֶךְ אַפַּיִם)Literally: “long of nostrils” or “long-nosed.”Now, before you picture God with an exaggerated cartoon nose… This is a Hebrew idiom built on the physical experience of anger.In Hebrew:“angry” = “nose burns hot”“deep anger” = “hot nostrils”When Potiphar believed Joseph tried to sleep with his wife, Scripture says:“his nose burned hot.”When someone's anger flares, their face gets hot.[SO IN THE HEBREW IMAGINATION…] A patient person is “long-nosed.” It takes a very long time for their anger to heat up.This is why Proverbs 19:11 says: Proverbs 19:11 (NIV) A person's wisdom yields patience; it is to one's glory to overlook an offense.”Hebrew: “A person's wisdom makes them long of nose.”Wisdom lengthens your fuse.And God—according to God—is THE MOST “LONG-NOSED,” PATIENT, SLOW-TO-ANGER BEING IN THE UNIVERSE.II. GOD DOES GET ANGRY — BUT NOT LIKE WE DOLet's hit this misconception about God head-on: God is not an angry deity waiting for people to mess up. But the Bible does talk about God getting angry.[SO HOW DO WE…] hold these two truthful statements together?1. GOD'S ANGER IS A METAPHOR, not a mood swing.God doesn't literally have a nose. He doesn't flare His nostrils or turn red. Hebrew uses human body language to communicate divine emotion.2. God's anger is HIS RESPONSE TO HUMAN EVIL, not human inconvenience.God is not irritated. He is not moody. He does not lash out because He lost His temper.God's anger is HIS JUSTICE AND HIS COMPASSION WORKING TOGETHER against anything that destroys His creation.[THINK ABOUT IT…]If you saw a child being bullied and didn't feel anger— something would be wrong with your heart.God feels anger when His world is vandalized by human evil.BUT— God is slow to anger. God gives people an enormous amount of time to change.III. GOD'S PATIENCE IN THE EXODUS STORYLet's look at Exodus 3 and the Ten PlaguesPharaoh enslaves Israel. Pharaoh orders Hebrew baby boys to be thrown into the Nile. Pharaoh crushes God's people under violence and oppression.God sees it; God hears it; God feels it; And God sends Moses. But notice what God does: God gives Pharaoh ten opportunities to repent. TEN.God could have judged him instantly… Instead—God delays judgment.But when Pharaoh continues to harden his heart and finally rides out with his chariots to destroy Israel… God allows Pharaoh's own evil to rebound onto him.The waters that drowned Hebrew children now drown Pharaoh's army.The Bible calls this an act of God's “hot anger.”[BUT DON'T MISS THIS VERY IMPORTANT KEY POINT…] God's anger ARRIVES ONLY AFTER ABUNDANT PATIENCE.And God's judgment is not arbitrary— It is God handing Pharaoh over to the consequences of his own choices.IV. “HANDING OVER” IS THE PRIMARY EXPRESSION OF GOD'S ANGERThis is one of the most important insights in Scripture: **God's anger is not God exploding. God's anger is God withdrawing.**God steps back. God removes Himself as the buffer. God allows people to experience the full weight of their own decisions.You see this pattern everywhere throughout scripture…[IN THE BOOK OF JUDGES…] For hundreds of years Israel repeatedly turns from God, worships idols, oppresses the vulnerable, and abandons the covenant.Scripture repeatedly says things like: Judges 2:14 (ESV) The anger of the Lord was kindled against Israel, and He gave them over to plunderers…”Not because God abandoned His people— but because God allowed them to taste where their choices were leading.[IN ROMANS 1…] Paul says the same thing three times: “God gave them over…” “God handed them over…” “God turned them over…”This is DIVINE JUDGMENT— not lightning bolts, BUT consequences.God lets people walk the path they insist on walking, even when that path leads to their ruin.BUT… and this is crucial that we understand… Even in judgment, GOD IS PATIENT, LONGING FOR REPENTANCE.[SO LET'S LOOK AT SOME…] KEY TRUTHS ABOUT GOD'S ANGER1. God's anger is ALWAYS A RESPONSE TO HUMAN EVIL.Never to inconvenience. Never to annoyance. Never because He's just “had enough.”2. God's anger FLOWS FROM HIS COMPASSION AND LOYAL LOVE.If God didn't care, He wouldn't get angry.INDIFFERENCE IS THE OPPOSITE OF LOVE, not anger.3. God's anger is HIS REFUSAL TO LET HUMANS SIT FOREVER IN SELF-DESTRUCTION.He will not allow sin to reign unchallenged. He will confront evil because He is good.4. God's anger SERVES HIS MISSION TO RESCUE.Anger is not the end… Restoration is.God's justice CLEARS THE WAY FOR GOD'S MERCY.[AND THIS IS WHERE WE FIND JESUS…]JESUS IS WHERE GOD'S ANGER AND GOD'S LOVE MEET PERFECTLYJesus reveals the heart of God more clearly than anyone.In John 3:16, Jesus says He is going to Jerusalem to die as the expression of God's love for His enemies.That means Jesus does not simply teach about God's patience—JESUS EMBODIES PATIENCE.Jesus stands in the place of people choosing self-destruction and absorbs the consequences of their choices into Himself.On the cross:We see God's anger against sin.On the cross, We see God's love for sinners.On the cross, We see justice and mercy come together.On the cross, We see wrath swallowed by grace.On the cross, We see sinners rescued instead of ruined.THE CROSS is THE ULTIMATE ACT OF THE GOD WHO IS SLOW TO ANGER.[SO THE QUESTION IS…] WHAT DOES “SLOW TO ANGER” MEAN FOR US?1. SLOW TO ANGER MEANS, GOD'S PATIENCE IS FAR GREATER THAN OUR FAILURES.If He wasn't done with Pharaoh after nine chances, He isn't done with you after your mistakes.2. SLOW TO ANGER MEANS, GOD GIVES TIME FOR REPENTANCE.Every delay in judgment is an invitation to return.3. SLOW TO ANGER MEANS, GOD CONFRONTS EVIL, but NEVER IN A WAY THAT CONTRADICTS HIS COMPASSION.Divine anger is always aimed at restoration.4. SLOW TO ANGER MEANS, GOD WILL NOT FORCE YOU TO CHOOSE LIFE, but HE WILL LET YOU FEEL WHERE DEATH LEADS.Not because He doesn't love you— but because He loves you too much to lie to you.5. SLOW TO ANGER MEANS, YOU CAN ALWAYS COME HOME, ALWAYS!If you are still breathing, God is still inviting.[SO…] WHAT SHOULD WE DO WITH THIS (How do we apply it to our lives)?Allow God to CONFRONT YOUR DESTRUCTIVE PATTERNS.He is slow to anger… not absent of anger.DON'T MISTAKE GOD'S PATIENCE FOR PERMISSION.Delayed consequences are not divine approval. They are divine mercy.SURRENDER WHAT KEEPS LEADING YOU TO RUIN.Sin always promises life but delivers death. God always promises truth and delivers freedom.Trust the GOD WHOSE ANGER AND LOVE WORK TOGETHER TO SAVE.He is not trying to destroy you. He is trying to rescue you.CONCLUSIONGOD'S PATIENCE IS PART OF GOD'S LOVEWhen God describes Himself as “slow to anger,” He is not saying He never gets angry. He is not saying He doesn't take sin seriously. He is not saying He ignores evil.He is saying: “My anger is PATIENT, PURPOSEFUL, and AIMED AT REDEMPTION.”God delays judgment so He can extend mercy.God holds back wrath so He can offer grace.God gives space for repentance because He loves His creation.This is the heart of THE GOD WHO IS SLOW TO ANGER.And this is THE GOD JESUS REVEALS… the God who takes our self-destructive choices upon Himself so we can receive forgiveness, life, and restoration.

A Scripture Meditation on Psalm 27 using Lectio Divina. Do not be afraid. Easier said than done. Fear is a common emotion when we feel scared, concerned, or even ashamed. In this Psalm, David was being pursued by his very real enemies who wanted to do very real hard to him. In the face of this uncertainty, David chose courageous trust when he declared that God was greater than his enemies and therefore, he would not be afraid. David placed his confidence in the Lord. May we do the same. Listen in to this guided meditation and allow the Holy Spirit to direct you to what he has for you. Here’s some helpful links I discussed in the podcast: The guided retreat to help you move into this new year with intention is here. You can find Jodie at http://www.jodieniznik.com/ Instagram @jodieniznik Facebook @JodieGNiznik Learn more about Lectio Divina and download your free Lectio Divina Journal here. And if you’re ready to make Scripture Meditation a part of your new year, I encourage you to join my Monday email newsletter here. I’ll send out link to the newest meditation every Monday morning. Download free sample chapters from my Bible studies here. The passages we meditated on is as follows: Psalm 27:1-3, 13-14, NIV The Lord is my light and my salvation— whom shall I fear? The Lord is the stronghold of my life— of whom shall I be afraid? 2 When the wicked advance against me to devour me, it is my enemies and my foes who will stumble and fall. 3 Though an army besiege me, my heart will not fear; though war break out against me, even then I will be confident. 13 I remain confident of this: I will see the goodness of the Lord in the land of the living. 14 Wait for the Lord; be strong and take heart and wait for the Lord. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

From “In the Beginning” to Amen // Faith to Start Walking & the Faith to Keep Walking Genesis 12:1-3,7 (NIV)The Lord had said to Abram, ‘Leave your country, your people and your father's household and go to the land I will show you. I will make you into a great nation and I will bless you; I will make your name great, and you will be a blessing. I will bless those who bless you, and whoever curses you I will curse; and all peoples on earth will be blessed through you.' The Lord appeared to Abram and said, ‘To your offspring I will give this land.' So he built an altar there to the Lord, who had appeared to him.” Fear and doubt are very real enemies. Time can become a very real enemy. Romans 4:16-25 (NIV)“Therefore, the promise comes by faith, so that it may be by grace and may be guaranteed to all Abraham's offspring---not only to those who are of the law but also to those who are of the faith of Abraham. He is the father of us all. As it is written: ‘I have made you a father of many nations.' He is our father in the sight of God, in whom he believed---the God who gives life to the dead and calls things that are not as though they were… Against all hope, Abraham in hope believed and so became the father of many nations, just as it had been said to him, ‘So shall your offspring be.' Without weakening in his faith, he faced the fact that his body was as good as dead---since he was about a hundred years old---and that Sarah's womb was also dead.Yet he did not waver through unbelief regarding the promise of God but was strengthened in his faith and gave glory to God, being fully persuaded that God had power to do what he had promised. This is why ‘it was credited to him as righteousness.' The words ‘it was credited to him' were written not for him alone, but also for us, to whom God will credit righteousness---for us who believe in him who raised Jesus our Lord from the dead. He was delivered over to death for our sins and was raised to life for our justification.” God Who Calls and LeadsGod Who ProvidesGod Who is All SufficientGod Who is Our Refuge and StrengthGod Who is a Good FatherGod Who Knows No Shadow of TurningGod Who Knows Us by Name and Calls Us by NameGod Who is Always FaithfulGod Who is the Same Yesterday, Today and ForeverGod Almighty Philippians 1:6 (NIV)“…being confident of this, that he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus.”

Strong and Steady, Pt. 2 | January 11, 2026Pastor Wes MorrisPsalm 9:7-10 (NIV) The Lord reigns forever, executing judgment from his throne. He will judge the world with justice and rule the nations with fairness. The Lord is a shelter for the oppressed, a refuge in times of trouble.Those who know your name trust in you, for you, O Lord, do not abandon those who search for you.√ TRUST GROWS FROM KNOWING GOD, NOT CONTROLLING OUTCOMES.Exodus 3:13-14 (NIV) Moses said to God, “Suppose I go to the Israelites and say to them, ‘The God of your fathers has sent me to you,' and they ask me, ‘What is his name?' Then what shall I tell them?” God said to Moses, “I am who I am.”Proverbs 18:10 (NIV) The name of the Lord is a strong tower; the righteous run to it and are safe.√ SEEKING GOD IS HOW TRUST BECOMES STEADY.Jeremiah 29:12-13 (NIV) Then you will call on me and come and pray to me, and I will listen to you. You will seek me and find me when you seek me with all your heart. Roots grow by staying planted.Trust grows by staying present.√ TRUST TAKES TIME.Psalm 27:13-14 (TLB) I am expecting the Lord to rescue me again, so that once again I will see his goodness to me here in the land of the living.Don't be impatient. Wait for the Lord, and he will come and save you! Be brave and courageous. Yes, wait and he will help you.Trust isn't built in a moment; it's built in the middle.STEADY TRUSTI. PRACTICE DAILY DEPENDENCE ON GOD.Psalm 9:10 (NIV) Those who know your name trust in you...You will never truly realize God is all you need until He becomes all you have.  - Corrie Ten BoomII. RELEASE CONTROL IN ONE SPECIFIC AREA.Matthew 6:25-27 (NLT) That is why I tell you not to worry about everyday life—whether you have enough food and drink, or enough clothes to wear. Isn't life more than food, and your body more than clothing?  Look at the birds. They don't plant or harvest or store food in barns, for your heavenly Father feeds them. And aren't you far more valuable to him than they are?27 Can all your worries add a single moment to your life?III. MAKE ROOM FOR GOD IN THE MIDDLE.Isaiah 43:2 (NIV) When you pass through the waters, I will be with you…

This is Christian Meditation for A Bigger Life – a time for you to relax your body and refocus your mind to experience the reality of God's presence. I'm Dave Cover. I want to help you with Christian meditation where you can break through all the distractions and experience God's presence through biblically guided imagination.  As we come to the end of one year and the beginning of a new year, let me pray a very old blessing that God gave to Moses to have said over his people. You might think it's weird to be listening to a recording of me praying for you without me knowing specifically who you are. But God knows. God knows all who will listen to this when I am praying this for you. So let me speak and pray these God-given words over you… Numbers 6:24-26 (NIV)  “The LORD bless you and keep you; the LORD make his face shine on you and be gracious to you; the LORD turn his face toward you and give you peace.” Then God says to Moses in the next verse… Numbers 6:27 (NIV) “So they will put my name on the Israelites, and I will bless them.” Who can you share this podcast with? If you found this episode helpful, consider sharing it on social media or texting it to a friend you think might benefit from it. Follow Dave Cover on X (Twitter) @davecover Follow A Bigger Life on X @ABiggerLifePod Our audio engineer is Matthew Matlack. This podcast is a ministry of The Crossing, a church in Columbia, Missouri, a college town where the flagship campus of the University of Missouri is located.

This is Christian Meditation for A Bigger Life – a time for you to relax your body and refocus your mind to experience the reality of God's presence. I'm Dave Cover. I want to help you with Christian meditation where you can break through all the distractions and experience God's presence through biblically guided imagination.  As we come to the end of one year and the beginning of a new year, let me pray a very old blessing that God gave to Moses to have said over his people. You might think it's weird to be listening to a recording of me praying for you without me knowing specifically who you are. But God knows. God knows all who will listen to this when I am praying this for you. So let me speak and pray these God-given words over you… Numbers 6:24-26 (NIV)  “The LORD bless you and keep you; the LORD make his face shine on you and be gracious to you; the LORD turn his face toward you and give you peace.” Then God says to Moses in the next verse… Numbers 6:27 (NIV) “So they will put my name on the Israelites, and I will bless them.” Who can you share this podcast with? If you found this episode helpful, consider sharing it on social media or texting it to a friend you think might benefit from it. Follow Dave Cover on X (Twitter) @davecover Follow A Bigger Life on X @ABiggerLifePod Our audio engineer is Matthew Matlack. This podcast is a ministry of The Crossing, a church in Columbia, Missouri, a college town where the flagship campus of the University of Missouri is located.

This is Christian Meditation for A Bigger Life – a time for you to relax your body and refocus your mind to experience the reality of God's presence. I'm Dave Cover. I want to help you with Christian meditation where you can break through all the distractions and experience God's presence through biblically guided imagination.  Zechariah 12:1 (NIV) “The LORD, who stretches out the heavens, who lays the foundation of the earth, and who forms the human spirit within a person.” The God who created this universe also specifically created you. Your body (psalm 139). And your very spirit. You.  “LORD. You are the creator of this universe. And you created me. Specifically me. Because of your steadfast love and your goodness. I exist because out of your infinite goodness steadfast love you want me to exist. I exist because of you. I exist for you. I exist through you. And your will for me is infinite goodness and overflowing joy and steadfast love. And I reject the evil that is always trying to trick me into thinking goodness and love is found somewhere else apart from you. You are worthy of my worship. You are worthy of my obedience. You are worthy of my trust. You are worthy of my whole life. And I surrender my whole life to you.” Who can you share this podcast with? If you found this episode helpful, consider sharing it on social media or texting it to a friend you think might benefit from it. Follow Dave Cover on X (Twitter) @davecover Follow A Bigger Life on X @ABiggerLifePod Our audio engineer is Matthew Matlack. This podcast is a ministry of The Crossing, a church in Columbia, Missouri, a college town where the flagship campus of the University of Missouri is located.

This is Christian Meditation for A Bigger Life – a time for you to relax your body and refocus your mind to experience the reality of God's presence. I'm Dave Cover. I want to help you with Christian meditation where you can break through all the distractions and experience God's presence through biblically guided imagination.  Zechariah 12:1 (NIV) “The LORD, who stretches out the heavens, who lays the foundation of the earth, and who forms the human spirit within a person.” The God who created this universe also specifically created you. Your body (psalm 139). And your very spirit. You.  “LORD. You are the creator of this universe. And you created me. Specifically me. Because of your steadfast love and your goodness. I exist because out of your infinite goodness steadfast love you want me to exist. I exist because of you. I exist for you. I exist through you. And your will for me is infinite goodness and overflowing joy and steadfast love. And I reject the evil that is always trying to trick me into thinking goodness and love is found somewhere else apart from you. You are worthy of my worship. You are worthy of my obedience. You are worthy of my trust. You are worthy of my whole life. And I surrender my whole life to you.” Who can you share this podcast with? If you found this episode helpful, consider sharing it on social media or texting it to a friend you think might benefit from it. Follow Dave Cover on X (Twitter) @davecover Follow A Bigger Life on X @ABiggerLifePod Our audio engineer is Matthew Matlack. This podcast is a ministry of The Crossing, a church in Columbia, Missouri, a college town where the flagship campus of the University of Missouri is located.

Living In The Middle | November 30, 2025Pastor Wes Morris II Corinthians 6:3-10 (NLT) We live in such a way that no one will stumble because of us, and no one will find fault with our ministry. In everything we do, we show that we are true ministers of God. We patiently endure troubles and hardships and calamities of every kind.We have been beaten, been put in prison, faced angry mobs, worked to exhaustion, endured sleepless nights, and gone without food. We prove ourselves by our purity, our understanding, our patience, our kindness, by the Holy Spirit within us, and by our sincere love. We faithfully preach the truth. God's power is working in us. We use the weapons of righteousness in the right hand for attack and the left hand for defense.We serve God whether people honor us or despise us, whether they slander us or praise us. We are honest, but they call us impostors. We are ignored, even though we are well known. We live close to death, but we are still alive. We have been beaten, but we have not been killed. Our hearts ache, but we always have joy. We are poor, but we give spiritual riches to others. We own nothing, and yet we have everything.√  We don't know how to make room for both joy and grief.Psalm 30:5 (NIV) Weeping may endure for a night, but joy comes in the morning.√  We feel pressure to hide the hurt.Matthew 26:38 (NIV) My soul is overwhelmed with sorrow to the point of death.√  We believe joy has to wait until the pain is gone.II Corinthians 6:10 (NLT) Our hearts ache, but we always have joy.Psalm 42:4-5 (NLT) My heart is breaking as I remember how it used to be: I walked among the crowds of worshipers, leading a great procession to the house of God, singing for joy and giving thanks amid the sound of a great celebration!Why am I discouraged? Why is my heart so sad? I will put my hope in God! I will praise him again—my Savior and my God!LIVING IN THE MIDDLEI. BE HONEST WITH GOD ABOUT WHAT HURTS.I Peter 5:7 (NIV) Cast all your anxiety on Him because He cares for you.God doesn't heal what we hide - He heals what we give Him.Luke 7:48, 50 (NIV) Then Jesus said to the woman, “Your sins are forgiven....Your faith has saved you; go in peace.”II. ANCHOR YOUR HOPE IN WHO GOD IS, NOT WHAT YOU FEEL.Lamentations 3:21–23 (NIV) Yet this I call to mind and therefore I have hope: Because of the Lord's great love we are not consumed, for His compassions never fail. They are new every morning; great is your faithfulness.III. MEET GOD IN THE MIDDLE.Isaiah 43:2 (NIV) When you pass through the waters, I will be with you.Psalm 34:18 (NIV) The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.PERSONAL REFLECTION QUESTIONSWhat emotion have I been avoiding or suppressing that God is asking me to acknowledge?What am I grieving right now that I haven't fully named?What promise of Scripture do I need to preach to my own heart daily?What does “joy in the middle” mean for my situation?

1 Samuel 3:10 (NIV)The LORD came and stood there, calling as at the other times, “Samuel! Samuel!”Then Samuel said, “Speak, for your servant is listening.”It was a dark season, but right in the middle of it, God was quietly working in a young boy named Samuel.My pastor reminded us that Samuel was a bright spot in those days—especially against the dark backdrop around him. Many would have never known that God was working in this young boy who would one day change their nation.Even today, though there is darkness, it's not all dark.There are bright spots everywhere—moments where we can see God's faithfulness shining through. And sometimes, He even lets us be that bright spot for someone else.If you would like to support this podcast with a monthly or one-time gift, thank you!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.sherriyoungward.com/support⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠To find out about upcoming gatherings and new projects, please join my email list at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.sherriyoungward.com

Fear is one of the greatest battles every Christian faces — but God has already equipped us to conquer it. Drawing from 2 Timothy 1:7, Megan J. Conner reminds us that we can overcome fear not through our own strength but through God’s power, love, and a sound mind. Through personal reflection and biblical examples—from David’s cries for courage to Paul and Silas singing in chains—this devotional reveals how faith transforms fear into steadfast trust. Highlights Fear is natural, but faith is our divine response. God replaces fear with power, love, and a sound mind (2 Timothy 1:7). David found courage by focusing on God’s strength and salvation (Psalm 27:1). Paul and Silas showed unwavering faith in prison, turning fear into worship (Acts 16:25–26). God’s Word is a powerful weapon against anxiety (Ephesians 6:10–20). Memorizing Scripture builds spiritual resilience and peace. Join the Conversation What verse helps you face fear with faith? Share your reflections and encourage others to trust God in the face of fear. Tag @LifeAudioNetwork and use #FaithOverFear #LifeAudio #CourageInChrist to join the conversation.

Episode Summary:You've healed. You've aligned. You've integrated.But now — God is asking you to do something harder:Leave the familiar behind.In this bold and prophetic solo episode, Todd Tononi challenges listeners to stop circling the wilderness and start stepping toward the promise. It's not about having the whole map — it's about trusting the One who goes before you.If you've been feeling the nudge to move — emotionally, spiritually, relationally — this episode is your confirmation. You're standing at the Jordan. And the water won't part until you move.Featured Scriptures:Genesis 12:1 (NIV) “The Lord had said to Abram, ‘Go from your country, your people and your father's household to the land I will show you.'” → Obedience often starts without a full plan — just a whisper and a promise.Joshua 3:5 (NIV) “Consecrate yourselves, for tomorrow the Lord will do amazing things among you.” → Cleansing always precedes crossing. Let go before you level up.Joshua 3:17 (NIV) “The priests who carried the ark of the covenant of the Lord stopped in the middle of the Jordan and stood on dry ground…” → Sometimes, you've got to stand still in the unknown until the miracle finishes.Hebrews 11:8 (NIV) “By faith Abraham… obeyed and went — even though he did not know where he was going.” → Obedience doesn't wait for the perfect plan — it moves in faith.What You'll Learn:How to know if you're standing at a “Jordan moment”The emotional cost of clinging to comfortFour spiritual preparations needed to step into your nextWhy the water only parts after you moveHow to let go of survival-season attachmentsReflection Prompts:What familiar pattern or person am I being called to release?Where is God asking me to obey without clarity or control?What inner clutter or emotional baggage must I consecrate?Have I confused comfort with peace?Am I living more committed to what I know than who I'm becoming?Call to Action:Journal through the questions above — especially the one you're avoiding. Share this episode with someone on the edge of a major life shift. Choose one small act of obedience this week that scares you — and do it anyway.Teaser for Episode 36:Next week on The Right Intention, we're turning the volume down……so you can hear what Heaven is saying.In Episode 36, Todd leads a quiet but powerful solo teaching on how to discern the still small voice of God in a world full of noise. It's time to stop chasing clarity — and start learning to hear. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.