Podcasts about sacred rhythms

Every new year, people set goals and resolutions. Most of these goals are centered around the habits and rhythms of our day-to-day life. A healthy diet, a bible reading plan, a new exercise routine, etc. People set goals because they want their goals to help them become a certain type of person, and it is our daily rhythms that determine much of who we are. This was part of the created order that God set forth into existence at Creation. Days, seasons, years, eating, drinking, working. Our lives are lived by habits and rhythms. In this New Series, Sacred Rhythms, we are looking at the rhythms that God has prescribed for us in His Word that, by his power in us as believers, we may be more like Jesus Christ and glorify God in this life. This week we wrap up our Sacred Rhythms series by talking about evangelism, sharing the gospel. Brent and Kenzie team up this week to share what the gospel is, why we share it, a helpful tool to share the gospel, and what to do after you have shared the gospel with a friend! We hope you're encouraged by this podcast! If you have questions about our church or what it means to follow Jesus, we'd love to hear from you! Check out our Instagram @fellowshipya, website www.fellowshipar.com/young-adults, or send us at email at youngadults@fellowshipar.com.

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New Values - Sacred Rhythms by The Hallows Church

Every new year, people set goals and resolutions. Most of these goals are centered around the habits and rhythms of our day-to-day life. A healthy diet, a bible reading plan, a new exercise routine, etc. People set goals because they want their goals to help them become a certain type of person, and it is our daily rhythms that determine much of who we are. This was part of the created order that God set forth into existence at Creation. Days, seasons, years, eating, drinking, working. Our lives are lived by habits and rhythms. In this New Series, Sacred Rhythms, we are looking at the rhythms that God has prescribed for us in His Word that, by his power in us as believers, we may be more like Jesus Christ and glorify God in this life. This week's Sacred Rhythm is friendship. Brent walks us through why we should prioritize friendship as one of God's gifts to us to help us look more like Jesus. Brent gives four ways that our friendships can glorify God and push us closer to Jesus. Those four ways are being intentional, being loving, being vulnerable, and being empowering.We hope you're encouraged by this podcast! If you have questions about our church or what it means to follow Jesus, we'd love to hear from you! Check out our Instagram @fellowshipya, website www.fellowshipar.com/young-adults, or send us at email at youngadults@fellowshipar.com.

Send us a textTrade the contemporary hype for a deep concern with holiness! What if your youth ministry felt unmistakably sacred and still radically welcoming?In this episode of Youth Ministry Booster, Zac Workun sits down with Ribbin Dorado to explore a youth ministry model built on formation over frenzy, one that helps teenagers love the church they're actually growing into.Together, we unpack a fresh durable, and repeatable,  youth ministry framework designed for long-term faith formation:A two-hour Sunday night gathering that prioritizes formation over gamesA monthly rhythm that includes a Student Sabbath at home, complete with table liturgiesA mid-month Worship in the Round, where students lead and testifySacred worship spaces using incense, kneelers, and iconography to signal reverence. Elements of signs, symbols, and wonder. Memorizing creeds, spontaneous testimonies, and students “fighting for the mic” to name where they see God at workTeaching shaped by the lectionary, offering a balanced diet of Scripture and resisting cherry-pickingWe also talk about rethinking leadership in student ministry:Hospitality leaders who cultivate belongingFormation leaders who guide 30-minute Bible circlesThoughtful training, interviews, and resources that treat leaders as ministers—not just volunteersLanguage that dignifies the calling and responsibility of those shaping students' faithAt the core is the soul of the youth pastor. Ribbin challenges leaders to abide in Christ (John 15), practice the daily Examen, read Scripture beyond sermon prep, and develop a living rule of life. Teenagers don't just hear what we teach, they catch what we love. We lead from overflow, not exhaustion.Finally, we reframe success in youth ministry:Are students worshiping with the broader church?Are families practicing prayer and Scripture at home?Two years after graduation, are students rooted in a local church?Formation is a long obedience in the same direction—formed inwardly and sent outwardly.Subscribe, rate, and review on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or YouTube. Check out Lifeway.com/Essentials for free roundtable days this spring in Oklahoma, Arkansas, Virginia, and North Carolina. Sign up and bring your team.Support the showJoin the community!

Every new year, people set goals and resolutions. Most of these goals are centered around the habits and rhythms of our day-to-day life. A healthy diet, a bible reading plan, a new exercise routine, etc. People set goals because they want their goals to help them become a certain type of person, and it is our daily rhythms that determine much of who we are. This was part of the created order that God set forth into existence at Creation. Days, seasons, years, eating, drinking, working. Our lives are lived by habits and rhythms. In this New Series, Sacred Rhythms, we are looking at the rhythms that God has prescribed for us in His Word that, by his power in us as believers, we may be more like Jesus Christ and glorify God in this life. This week, our Young Adults Pastor, Brent Cummings, teaches on the Sacred Rhythms of Work and Rest. Problems arise in our Christian life when we overemphasize one of these two rhythms. Even more problems arise when we forget the end goal of both of them, that is, to glorify God. Brent walks through why and how it is that we glorify God and enjoy him in both our work and our rest. We hope you're encouraged by this podcast! If you have questions about our church or what it means to follow Jesus, we'd love to hear from you! Check out our Instagram @fellowshipya, website www.fellowshipar.com/young-adults, or send us at email at youngadults@fellowshipar.com.

Join teZa as she describes the week-long 7-women retreat in Tulum, in Mexico's Yukatan. She wanted a Reset, and mission accomplished! Feeling interconnected was the theme, made easier by being and sharing with other spirit-oriented women. With all physical needs pre-arranged (and so luxuriously at Amansala a beachside upscale resort) quiet calm sistered with self-care and inner exploration made the 7 days whizz by. Some of us played, others dove into self-inquiry for virtually the first time. All were willing and Joy was our common denominator. Because our workshop called "Sacred Rhythms" leader's name, Jocelyn, literally means Joy. Body Mind Spirit: our delight. We Released what needed to be released. Reframing life in new and marvelous ways surprising even to ourselves. Identifying blocks can be fun, my friends! We enjoyed several Mayan traditional ceremonies: a purifying clay massage and plunge in the sea with sound attunement for one, a sweat lodge for another, with cacao sharing in between. "Life is a ceremony, drinking cacao is just what we do in between," our master of the temezcal (sweat lodge) ceremonies Carlos explained, as he sang sacred Mayan songs to us and fed herbs such as rue, basil, and rosemary to the glowing hot rocks. The air purified our lungs. The womb-like structure caressed and invigorated our souls. The kopal incense and flower petals glorified our quest. Awareness - Acceptance - Action  

Every new year, people set goals and resolutions. Most of these goals are centered around the habits and rhythms of our day-to-day life. A healthy diet, a bible reading plan, a new exercise routine, etc. People set goals because they want their goals to help them become a certain type of person, and it is our daily rhythms that determine much of who we are. This was part of the created order that God set forth into existence at Creation. Days, seasons, years, eating, drinking, working. Our lives are lived by habits and rhythms. In this New Series, Sacred Rhythms, we are looking at the rhythms that God has prescribed for us in His Word that, by his power in us as believers, we may be more like Jesus Christ and glorify God in this life. This week, the YA Staff Team discuss the Sacred Rhythm of Worship. Worship is central rhythm because it isn't just a single habit, it is the way that we go about all of the habits of our Christian life. Brent, Kenzie, AJ, and Logan talk about what the Bible says about worship, common misconceptions about worship, how to worship within our day-to-day lives, among other things.We hope you're encouraged by this podcast! If you have questions about our church or what it means to follow Jesus, we'd love to hear from you! Check out our Instagram @fellowshipya, website www.fellowshipar.com/young-adults, or send us at email at youngadults@fellowshipar.com.

Every new year, people set goals and resolutions. Most of these goals are centered around the habits and rhythms of our day-to-day life. A healthy diet, a bible reading plan, a new exercise routine, etc. People set goals because they want their goals to help them become a certain type of person, and it is our daily rhythms that determine much of who we are. This was part of the created order that God set forth into existence at Creation. Days, seasons, years, eating, drinking, working. Our lives are lived by habits and rhythms. In this New Series, Sacred Rhythms, we are looking at the rhythms that God has prescribed for us in His Word that, by his power in us as believers, we may be more like Jesus Christ and glorify God in this life.  This week we look at two essential rhythms of the Christian life, prayer and fasting. These are two primary ways that we enjoy relationship with God and exercise our dependence upon Him. This week Brent guides us through a few of the biblical reasons that prayer and fasting are essential rhythms, the benefits of prayer and fasting, and a few practical tips to center our lives around prayer and fasting. We hope you're encouraged by this podcast! If you have questions about our church or what it means to follow Jesus, we'd love to hear from you! Check out our Instagram @fellowshipya, website www.fellowshipar.com/young-adults, or send us at email at youngadults@fellowshipar.com.

Every new year, people set goals and resolutions. Most of these goals are centered around the habits and rhythms of our day-to-day life. A healthy diet, a bible reading plan, a new exercise routine, etc. People set goals because they want their goals to help them become a certain type of person, and it is our daily rhythms that determine much of who we are. This was part of the created order that God set forth into existence at Creation. Days, seasons, years, eating, drinking, working. Our lives are lived by habits and rhythms. In this New Series, Sacred Rhythms, we are looking at the rhythms that God has prescribed for us in His Word that, by his power in us as believers, we may be more like Jesus Christ and glorify God in this life.  In the first week of our series, we look at an essential rhythm for the believer, Bible Reading. Brent Cummings, our Young Adult Pastor, walks us through why it is we should read the Bible habitually. We should read the Bible to know God, to know His message of the gospel, to know that God's way is better than any other way, and to know how to live. Just as important as why is how we read the Bible. As Psalm 1 says, we should read it day and night. In other words, we should read the Bible habitually. We habitually read the Bible individually, reading, studying, meditating, and memorizing Scripture. We also read the Bible in community, by hearing his word preached and studying it together in small groups.  We hope you're encouraged by this podcast! If you have questions about our church or what it means to follow Jesus, we'd love to hear from you! Check out our Instagram @fellowshipya, website www.fellowshipar.com/young-adults, or send us at email at youngadults@fellowshipar.com.

Sacred Rhythms by Grant Mahoney

Episode 99 – Liturgies: Finding Meaning in Sacred RhythmsPastor Dan and Shane are back with a reflective and relatable conversation on liturgies—the words, prayers, and habits that give rhythm to our walk with Christ. From the creeds we confess to the coffee we brew, these patterns shape who we are and remind us of God's presence in all things.They explore why crafted words matter, how repetition shapes our hearts, and what it looks like to bring ancient rhythms into modern life.Don't forget to continue the conversation at home, in the car, at work, or anywhere you can find someone to talk to! Thanks for walking with us!Support the show

Stasi welcomes Stacey Burton for a conversation about the rhythms of life—the joy found in seasons of goodness, the ache of letting go, and the gift of finding God in new ways. With honesty and hope, they name the beauty and loss of changing seasons in family, friendships, and faith, offering simple rhythms to stay near God's heart and encouragement to trust His goodness through every season.…..SHOW NOTES:…..VERSES: 1 Chronicles 29:22 (NIV) – They ate and drank with great joy in the presence of the Lord that day. Then they acknowledged Solomon son of David as king a second time, anointing him before the Lord to be ruler and Zadok to be priest.Psalm 13:5–6 (NIV) – But I trust in your unfailing love; my heart rejoices in your salvation. I will sing the Lord's praise, for he has been good to me.Psalm 32:11 (NIV) – Rejoice in the Lord and be glad, you righteous; sing, all you who are upright in heart!Psalm 6:1–2 (NIV) – Lord, do not rebuke me in your anger or discipline me in your wrath. Have mercy on me, Lord, for I am faint; heal me, Lord, for my bones are in agony.Psalm 44:23 (NIV) – Awake, Lord! Why do you sleep? Rouse yourself! Do not reject us forever.…..RESOURCESDefiant Joy: Taking Hold of Hope, Beauty, and Life in a Hurting World, by Stasi Eldredge  ⁠https://amzn.to/42uFe1q⁠E97 | Leaning into God's Goodness in Every Season, with Annie F. Downs  ⁠https://wahe.art/47L0GmC⁠E83 | When God Is Silent: Trusting His Presence  ⁠https://wahe.art/46Dc96y⁠…..Don't Miss Out on the Next Episode—Subscribe for FreeSubscribe using your favorite podcast app:YouTube: ⁠https://wahe.art/4jFlAXu⁠Spotify Podcasts – ⁠https://spoti.fi/42SsOip⁠Apple Podcasts – ⁠https://apple.co/42E0oZ1⁠ Google Podcasts – ⁠http://wahe.art/3M81kxL⁠Amazon Music & Audible – ⁠https://amzn.to/3M9u6hJ⁠

This week in our Sacred Rhythms sermon series, Pastor Bronwyn Murphy will share a message from John 13:1–7. In this passage, we witness Jesus' example of humility and love, and we're invited to consider what it means to live a life of service. Join us for a time of worship, Scripture, and reflection as we explore how following Jesus shapes the rhythm of our lives.

"The Discipline of Service" - Sacred Rhythms Series Finale Scripture: John 13:1-17 In the final message of our Sacred Rhythms series, we explore the discipline that completes our spiritual formation: service. On the night before His crucifixion, Jesus shocked His disciples by washing their feet—the job of the lowest servant. This wasn't just a nice gesture but a radical redefinition of greatness. This message explores four transformative truths: that Jesus redefined greatness through the radical act of foot washing, that service to others is actually service to Christ and deepens our relationship with God, that effective service requires identifying gifts and recognizing needs, and that servant leadership transforms both the server and the served. Key Message: Service is not something we do after we become mature Christians—it's how we become mature Christians. Discover how taking up the towel and basin can revolutionize your understanding of purpose, greatness, and spiritual growth. Learn practical steps for serving in your family, church, and community, and see how all the sacred rhythms—solitude, prayer, fasting, and service—work together to form us into Christlikeness. Perfect for: Anyone seeking to understand their purpose as a Christian, believers wanting to move beyond consumer Christianity, or those looking to integrate spiritual disciplines into a life of practical love. Series Conclusion: This final message brings together all five sacred rhythms, showing how they interconnect to transform us into mature followers of Christ.

This week's sermon in our "Sacred Rhythms" series is "The Discipline of Worship." The message was brought to use by worship minister and Elder Jim Calkin.

Sermon Summary: "The Discipline of Prayer" - Luke 11:1-13 Series: Sacred Rhythms (Message 3) Main Message: Prayer is not about changing God's mind—it's about aligning our hearts with His and experiencing the intimacy we were created for. Overview When Jesus' disciples asked Him to teach them to pray, they had witnessed Him perform incredible miracles. Yet they didn't ask to learn miracles—they asked to learn prayer. Why? Because they observed that Jesus' power, wisdom, and peace all flowed from His constant conversation with the Father. This message explores how to develop the same transformative discipline of prayer in our own lives. The Revolutionary Request The disciples' request was actually surprising given their familiarity with Old Testament prayer. But they recognized that Jesus' prayers were radically different from the traditional, ceremonial prayers they knew from religious leaders. Jesus responded by giving them not just a prayer to recite, but a framework for all prayer—a pattern that prevents error and ensures our prayers align with God's will. Key Points 1. Prayer Is Intimate Conversation with Our Heavenly Father When Jesus taught His disciples to address God as "Father," He used the Aramaic word "Abba"—the intimate term a child would use for their daddy. This revolutionized prayer, moving it from approaching a distant deity to talking with a loving Father who delights in hearing from His children. We don't need to earn the right to approach God, use fancy language, or fear rejection. As Charles Spurgeon said, "Prayer is not overcoming God's reluctance, but laying hold of His willingness." 2. Persistent Prayer Demonstrates Faith and Deepens Relationship Jesus' parable of the midnight friend illustrates the power of bold persistence. A man's shameless determination to get bread for his guest succeeded where friendship alone failed. If even a sleepy, inconvenienced neighbor eventually responds to persistent requests, how much more will our loving heavenly Father respond to our persistent prayers? George Müller understood this: "The beginning of anxiety is the end of faith, and the beginning of true faith is the end of anxiety." 3. Prayer Involves Various Types That Enrich Our Spiritual Life A rich prayer life includes multiple elements: adoration and worship, confession, thanksgiving, supplication (requests), intercession for others, and listening prayer. Think of prayer like a symphony with different movements—sometimes triumphant worship, sometimes gentle thanksgiving, sometimes urgent intercession. A balanced prayer life incorporates all these elements, though not necessarily in every session. 4. Common Obstacles to Prayer Can Be Overcome with Practical Strategies Jesus addressed real challenges believers face: doubt about God's willingness to answer, not knowing what to say, wandering minds, lack of time, and feeling like prayer doesn't matter. Each obstacle has practical solutions, from using the Lord's Prayer as a framework to finding quiet spaces and starting with manageable time commitments. Even great saints like Teresa of Avila struggled with distractions, calling her wandering mind "the little lizard" that needed gentle redirection. Practical Applications Develop a Daily Prayer Routine: Choose consistent time and place, starting with 10-15 minutes daily Use the Lord's Prayer as Framework: Begin with worship, align with God's will, present requests, confess sins, seek protection Practice Different Types of Prayer: Include adoration, confession, thanksgiving, intercession, and listening Be Persistent: Keep bringing concerns to God, allowing the process to develop faith and align hearts with His will Overcome Obstacles: Identify specific hindrances and implement practical solutions This Week's Challenge Beginners: 10 minutes daily using the Lord's Prayer framework Developing: Focus on one neglected type of prayer this week Experienced: Address one obstacle hindering your prayer life and mentor someone beginning their prayer journey Everyone: Write down three things to pray about persistently this month The Heart of Prayer Prayer is the most natural thing in the world because we were created for relationship with God, yet it's also a discipline requiring practice, persistence, and patience. You're not bothering God when you pray—you're delighting Him. You don't need perfect words—just an honest heart. God isn't waiting to say "no"—He's a loving Father eager to give good gifts. The invitation is simple: Come to your Father. He's waiting to hear from you. Start today and begin the conversation that will transform your life. Listen to the full sermon audio above. This continues our six-part "Sacred Rhythms" series on spiritual disciplines. For upcoming messages and other sermon resources, visit our sermon archive.

Sermon Summary: "The Discipline of Bible Study" - Psalm 119:9-16 Series: Sacred Rhythms (Message 2) Main Message: Regular, thoughtful engagement with Scripture transforms our hearts, renews our minds, and directs our steps. Overview Imagine receiving a personal letter from someone who loves you deeply and has wisdom that could change your future. Would you skim it quickly, or would you study every word? That's exactly what you have in the Bible—a personal letter from God. Yet many Christians treat it casually, glancing at it occasionally rather than studying it intentionally. This message explores how to move beyond casual reading to transformative Bible study that changes lives. The Psalmist's Passion Psalm 119 is the longest chapter in the Bible—176 verses almost entirely about God's Word. The psalmist didn't see Scripture as religious duty but as spiritual delight. He found more joy in God's Word than in material riches because he understood its power to guide, cleanse, and transform. Key Points 1. God's Word Is Our Guide for Righteous Living "How can a young man cleanse his way? By taking heed according to Your word." Scripture serves as our moral GPS, showing us where we are, where we should be, and how to get there. The difference between casual reading and intentional study is this: reading says "That's a nice verse," while study asks "How does this apply to my life?" 2. Delighting in God's Word Brings Joy and Stability The psalmist "rejoiced" in God's testimonies and found "delight" in His statutes. This wasn't drudgery—this was genuine happiness. God's Word provides what our hearts desperately need: stability in chaos, wisdom for decisions, comfort in pain, hope in despair, and identity in confusion. 3. Consistent Study Requires Intentional Methods and Habits Passion for God's Word doesn't happen accidentally—it requires intentional practices. The message introduces five practical study methods: SOAP (Scripture, Observation, Application, Prayer), the 5 W's and H, Book Study, Topical Study, and Verse-by-Verse Study. Consistency matters more than length—start with 15-20 minutes daily. 4. Bible Study Must Move from Knowledge to Obedience The ultimate goal isn't just knowing more about God but knowing God more and living differently. Knowledge without obedience leads to spiritual pride. True Bible study always asks: "What is God calling me to do differently because of what I've learned?" Practical Study Methods Introduced SOAP Method: Scripture, Observation, Application, Prayer 5 W's and H: Who, What, When, Where, Why, How Book Study: Study entire books chapter by chapter Topical Study: Explore what the Bible says about specific topics Verse-by-Verse: Intensive study of individual passages This Week's Challenge Beginners: 15 minutes daily using the SOAP method with the Gospel of John Developing: Choose one book to study over the next month with multiple methods Experienced: Complete a thorough topical study on a relevant subject Everyone: Apply one recent biblical truth more fully in your life The Invitation God has given you a treasure more valuable than gold—His Word. But like any treasure, its value is only realized through careful study, not casual glances. Your Bible isn't just a book—it's a bridge to the heart of God. The psalmist found incredible joy in Scripture because he invested time studying it, meditating on it, and applying it. The same opportunity is yours today. God is waiting to speak to you through His Word, offering wisdom for decisions, comfort for pain, and direction for your future. Start today. Start small. But start. Don't miss what God wants to say to you through His Word. Listen to the full sermon audio above. This continues our six-part "Sacred Rhythms" series on spiritual disciplines. For upcoming messages and other sermon resources, visit our sermon archive.

Welcome to this new series, “Something Psalmic,” in which I invite my guests to share what's lifting their spirits and offering them healing and hope right now.In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Almut Furchert, a German-American scholar, therapist, philosopher, and founder of Cloister Seminars. Raised in a pastor's family in East Germany and now living in the American Midwest, Almut brings a deep well of wisdom drawn from psychology, monastic spirituality, and personal experience of cultural exile and spiritual homecoming.“It's the connection to the soul; it's singing the Psalms. It's like breathing in and breathing out. It's the food for the soul.”—Dr. Almut FurchertTogether, we explore what it means to live a “psalmic” life—one shaped by sacred rhythms, seasons, and the soul's quiet longings. Almut shares how her healing journey was nurtured through the Benedictine monasteries of the Midwest, where the daily chanting of Psalms became food for the soul and a sanctuary for rediscovering sacred work. She also speaks beautifully about Hildegard of Bingen, music as soul-practice, and the quiet yet powerful rituals that anchor her daily life.If you're longing for peace, grounding, and inspiration in uncertain times, this conversation will offer you a gentle invitation to find your own sacred rhythm, and perhaps, something psalmic in your life, too.Follow Almut's Substack at https://cloisternotes.substack.com/Find Almut's writings and teachings on www.cloisterseminars.org.Featured Song: Psalm 1: Their DelightThis first Psalm, set to the Irish traditional tune BánChnoic Éirann Ó, speaks of being like trees planted in streams of water, where we can flourish and thrive.Find out more about “Summer for the Spirit” at www.kiranyoungwimberly.com/summerDownload your free guide: “7 Spiritual Practices for Wellbeing in Uncertain Times”Become a Supporting/Paid SubscriberYou'll get: * Complimentary access to the Habits for the Spirit course* Videos of the conversations in Substack * The Psalms for the Spirit Journal ebook* Invitations to future offerings for supporting subscribers throughout the yearPsalms for the Spirit is a listener-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.Thanks for listening to Psalms for the Spirit! This post is public so feel free to share it. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit psalmsforthespirit.substack.com/subscribe

Sermon Summary: "The Discipline of Solitude" - Mark 1:35-39 Series: Sacred Rhythms (Message 1) Main Message: Solitude with God is not escape from reality—it's engagement with the deepest reality of all. Overview When was the last time you were truly alone—no phone, no music, no distractions—just you and silence? In our hyper-connected, always-on world, the discipline of solitude might seem impossible or even selfish. But Jesus shows us something different. This message launches our "Sacred Rhythms" series by exploring the spiritual discipline that Jesus practiced regularly: withdrawing to solitary places for communion with the Father. The Counter-Cultural Choice After an incredibly busy day of ministry where "the whole town gathered" for healing, Jesus made a surprising choice. Instead of capitalizing on the momentum, He got up early while it was still dark and went to a solitary place to pray. This wasn't a one-time event—Luke tells us Jesus "often withdrew to lonely places and prayed." If Jesus needed regular solitude, how much more do we? Key Points 1. Jesus Prioritized Solitude Even in His Busiest Seasons Jesus chose solitude precisely when ministry was most successful and needs were most pressing. This goes against everything our culture teaches about productivity and opportunity. His solitude wasn't escape—it was preparation for purpose. 2. Solitude Provides Clarity for Life's Competing Demands When the disciples found Jesus and said "Everyone is looking for you!" Jesus had something they didn't—clarity from time with the Father. Instead of rushing back to meet expectations, He announced a change in direction based on what He'd heard in the quiet. Solitude helps us distinguish between what's urgent and what's important. 3. Solitude Counters the Spiritual Dangers of Our Connected Culture We've never been more connected yet never felt more lonely. Our culture creates spiritual dangers: addiction to stimulation, constant comparison, shallow thinking, and spiritual numbness. Solitude is the antidote, helping us find satisfaction in God alone and hear His gentle whisper above the noise. 4. Solitude Is a Skill That Must Be Developed Through Practice When we first try solitude, our minds race and spirits feel restless. This is normal—it's a discipline that requires practice. Start small with 10-15 minutes, choose consistent time and place, remove distractions, and expect initial discomfort as your soul adjusts to silence. Practical Challenge This week, commit to developing the discipline of solitude: Beginners: 10 minutes daily of silence with God Developing: Extend current quiet time to include 15-20 minutes of pure solitude Experienced: Consider a longer retreat—an hour, half-day, or full day Remember: the goal isn't perfection; it's practice. Every moment of solitude is a step toward deeper intimacy with Christ. The Invitation In a world that never stops talking, God is still speaking. In a culture that fears being alone, God is waiting to be with us. The discipline of solitude isn't about escaping the world—it's about engaging with the God who made the world. Your phone will still be there when you return. Your responsibilities will still be waiting. But you will be different. You'll have the clarity, peace, and strength that only comes from being alone with the God who loves you more than you can imagine. Start today. Start small. But start. The God who created you is waiting to meet with you in the silence. Listen to the full sermon audio above. This begins our six-part "Sacred Rhythms" series introducing key spiritual disciplines. For upcoming messages and other sermon resources, visit our sermon archive.

Send us a textThat breakthrough you've been praying for might be waiting—not in your striving, but in your sleeping. Divine rest isn't a luxury or an afterthought; it's foundational to how God designed us to function in relationship with Him.Ben Armstrong brings profound wisdom to our conversation about sleep, dreams, and the prophetic. He highlights how in the creation narrative, each day began with evening—a divine rhythm suggesting we should live from rest toward activity, not desperately racing toward rest after depleting ourselves.When the Holy Spirit was poured out at Pentecost, Peter quoted Joel's prophecy that dreams and visions would be key languages of the Spirit. Yet many believers have lost touch with this vital spiritual channel. Through biblical examples like Jacob receiving identity and direction through a dream, Ben illustrates how God often speaks most clearly when we're at rest.Modern science confirms what Scripture teaches—our bodies undergo crucial restoration during sleep, and most growth in nature happens at night. High cortisol levels from stress inhibit rest, while practices like reducing screen time before bed improve both sleep quality and dream recall. Even nutrition plays a surprising role in our ability to rest well.Perhaps most challenging is Ben's observation that we often "spiritualise our dysfunction," pushing through exhaustion while framing unhealthy patterns in religious language. Jesus modelled something different—communion with Father first, followed by purposeful action with more than enough resources for the day.The conversation concludes with a practical challenge: identify one small daily habit that acknowledges rest as vital to your life. This simple act of stewardship invites God's grace and can transform your entire approach to living in His kingdom.What divine breakthrough might be waiting for you in the place of rest you've been avoiding?BEN ARMSTRONGThe Overseer of Prophetic Ministry at Bethel Church, Redding, where he and his wife, Heather Armstrong, both serve as pastors.Through teaching and preaching, Ben equips people with the skills and tools they need to bring the kingdom of heaven to earth. He has a passion to see individuals fully equipped in living a prophetic lifestyle, as well as walking in the revelatory gifts. Ben has a passion for the pursuit of God's presence, seeing worship reach new heavenly realms, dreams and interpretation, healing, and living a prophetic lifestyle.They have three amazing children; Conner, Kira, and Madison. Ben, Heather, and their children are passionate about living the kingdom and bringing the supernatural in their family life and equipping others to do the same.https://armstrongministries.com/Support the showwww.greaterthingsinternational.com

In this message, Pastor Adam unpacks the value of "Sacred Rhythms - We practice the ways of Jesus. The things we do shape who we are becoming, so we intentionally practice the habits and rhythms Jesus modeled.⚫CONNECT WITH US:

It's Pentecost Sunday where we, as a church family, reflect on the "presents" of the Holy Spirit.

Speaker: Craig Okpala

"You Might Need Rest IF" with Betsy Pendergrass In this soul-refreshing episode of Rhythms That Restore, Cherisse sits down with writer and artist Betsy Pendergrass to explore the countercultural invitation of rest in a world that worships productivity. Betsy shares her transformative journey of taking a sabbatical year after her 49th birthday and how that experience reshaped her understanding of rest, creativity, and identity in Christ. In This Episode: Betsy reveals how a year of intentional rest healed her body and unleashed her creativity after decades of constant activity The biblical foundation for working FROM rest rather than working UNTIL rest Why giving yourself permission to create without productivity goals can reawaken joy How to discern God's voice amid the noise of life Practical ways to introduce Sabbath rhythms into your family life The unexpected growth that comes through wilderness seasons Why our culture's obsession with busyness is contrary to God's design Special Announcement: Mark your calendars! Betsy will be in Memphis on Saturday, July 19th for a special "Discovering Beauty Creatives Workshop" at Cherisse's home from 9AM-Noon. Email us for more information and to reserve your spot! Connect with Betsy: Website: BetsyPendergrassArt.com Instagram: @BetsyPendergrassArt Connect with Cherisse: Instagram: @RhythmsThatRestore Connect & Sign up for Emails from Cherisse at www.cherissehixson.com  Subscribe to never miss an episode! Leave a review to help other women discover these restoring rhythms Scripture Reference: Matthew 11:28-30 - "Come to me, all who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light." Rhythms That Restore is a podcast for women who are weary from the constant pace and pull of life and are looking for ways to restore, rest, and renew their souls in Jesus and His word and presence.

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Craig Okpala

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In the first episode of our weekly Lenten series, we invite you to take a moment to slow down, quiet your heart, and hear what God may be saying to you. Throughout the season of Lent, we'll be releasing weekly episodes focused on themes of reflection, prayer, and contemplation.On March 19, 2021 we were delighted to host Christian author, leader, and teacher, Ruth Haley Barton. Barton is founding President/CEO of the Transforming Center, a ministry dedicated to strengthening the souls of Christian leaders and the congregations and organizations they serve. Ruth is the author of numerous books and resources on the spiritual life, including Strengthening the Soul of Your Leadership and Sacred Rhythms. She reflects regularly on spirituality and leadership in her blog, Beyond Words, and on her podcast Strengthening the Soul of Your Leadership.We hope you enjoy this conversation around her book, Invitation to Solitude and Silence: Experiencing God's Transforming Presence. Our attention, Barton believes, has become a commodity that we must protect if we are to avoid being swept away by our distracted age. She invites listeners to engage in these ancient biblical practices to find the rest for our souls that Jesus promises. In this Lenten season, we hope this will inspire you to pursue God's transforming presence in new ways and contemplatively sit in solitude and silence with the Author and Perfecter of our faith. Learn more about Ruth Haley Barton. Watch the full Online Conversation and read the transcript from March 19, 2021. Related reading:A Shocking Lack of Solitude, Cherie Harder Authors and books mentioned in the conversation:Blaise PascalJohn MiltonC.S. LewisRichard RohrDallas WillardHenry NouwenShop Class as Soulcraft, by Matthew B. CrawfordRabbi Abraham Joshua HeschelJulian of NorwichInvitation to Solitude and Silence: Experiencing God's Transforming Presence, by Ruth Haley Barton Related Trinity Forum Readings:Confessions | A Trinity Forum Reading by St. Augustine, introduced by James K.A. Smith.Pilgrim at Tinker Creek | A Trinity Forum Reading by Annie Dillard, introduced by Tish Harrison Warren.Devotions | A Trinity Forum Reading by John Donne, introduced and paraphrased by Philip Yancey.The Long Loneliness | A Trinity Forum Reading by Dorothy Day, introduced by Anne and David Brooks.Wrestling with God | A Trinity Forum Reading by Simone Weil, introduced by Alonzo McDonald.The Pilgrim's Progress | A Trinity Forum Reading by John Bunyan, introduced by Alonzo McDonald.

Craig Okpala

Craig Okpala

Hilary Fezza

Jn. 15:1-15 Growth is not easy, or automatic. "Pruning" in our lives feels like loss or change, but it also makes room for new life. Support the show

Craig Okpala 

Ps. 139 The Examen pray invites us to find the moments where God is present in our lives. Support the show

Ready to transform your business by mastering the art of letting go? In this mini-episode of the Coaching r(E)volution Podcast, we dive into a pivotal moment from 2008 that changed everything for me and my business. I share the raw, honest story of how clinging to a successful program - the Women's Intuitive Leadership Program - nearly derailed my business growth, and how embracing the wisdom of cycles led to an unexpected breakthrough. This powerful story, set against the backdrop of the Sacred Rhythms framework (Planting, Growing, Harvesting, and Releasing), demonstrates how understanding natural business cycles can be the difference between stagnation and explosive growth. What started as a challenging lesson in letting go transformed into a business-defining moment that launched a six-figure coaching practice. In this episode, you'll discover: How to recognize when it's time to let go of successful projects or programs (even when logic says otherwise) The transformative power of trusting your intuition over "proven" business metrics Why entering the "void" of uncertainty can be the catalyst for your next breakthrough How embracing the Destroyer Archetype energy can lead to clean, bridge-preserving transitions The surprising connection between honoring natural business cycles and achieving quantum financial leaps This episode is a must-listen for any entrepreneur who's ever felt stuck between maintaining what works and taking the leap into something greater. Whether you're scaling your business or contemplating your next big move, these insights about the Sacred Rhythms will help you navigate transitions with grace and power. If you'd like to go deeper into the Sacred Rhythms wisdom system and archetype techniques, join us for The Sacred Rhythms Coaching Methodology. PLEASE SHARE THIS PODCAST WITH YOUR FRIENDS! I will so appreciate it!   Please consider subscribing to the channel and liking the video. It makes a difference and helps us reach more people who will find the podcast valuable! Be sure to post a comment and let us know what you loved most about the episode! Join our newsletter community and get a copy of 55 Effective Breakthrough Coaching Questions   Hang out with me! On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joanna.lindenbaum/?utm_source=podcastplayer&utm_medium=shownotes&utm_campaign=podcastepisode36 On The Coaching Revolution on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/coachingfacilitationmastery?utm_source=podcastplaer&utm_medium=shownotes&utm_campaign=podcastepisode36  

Craig Okpala

Eph. 5:15-21 We know what we need to do, read our Bibles, make time to pray. The challenge is finding the time to do it.Support the show

For the past four weeks, we've explored going Underground—allowing Sabbath to shape our lives. The question is, will you allow Jesus' presence and will to have deep access to your life by practicing the Sabbath? Remember, the Sabbath is a gift, not a rule! It is a day FOR us, dedicated to God, where we stop, rest, delight, and worship. What would it look like for you to try a Sabbath day in the next two weeks? Also, Eric mentioned two resources that might be helpful: the book Sacred Rhythms and the website practicingtheway.org. Let's embrace this Sabbath gift from God—together!

Get excited for new Podcast content in 2025! For January, we will take a break from the interview-style episodes to share the main talks from our last fall conference, "Word Formed." The fourth and final episode of our "Word Formed" conference series is “Sacred Rhythms, Atomic Habits” with Landen Llamas. In this episode, Landen explores ways to develop consistent, sacred habits of encountering God and His Word. He discusses the struggle of maintaining good habits and introduces insights from James Clear's book 'Atomic Habits,' focusing on how to incorporate these principles into spiritual practices. Landen examines how to cultivate a lifetime of following God through consistent engagement with His Word, drawing lessons from Scripture, such as Psalm 119 and Deuteronomy 6. Thank you for joining us for this teaching podcast. Watch/Listen to more teaching from the "Word Formed" Fall Conference.  Follow @formissioneu on Instagram Praxologie Podcast Listen on Spotify Listen on Apple Podcasts Learn more about Josiah Venture Website: www.josiahventure.com Social Media: @josiahventure Contact: social@josiahventure.com Josiah Venture Prayer Room: pray.josiahventure.com Josiah Venture Prayer Room APP: josiahventure.com/prayer-room-app

Ever wonder how to bring more flow to your projects?   Or how to help your clients who can't seem to get things done?   In today's episode, we explore the transformative Sacred Rhythms Method, a powerful approach & coaching methodology rooted in the wisdom of nature's cycles. This method, which has been a big part of my teaching - and how I live my life and move through my business -  for over two decades, reveals how aligning with the natural phases of life can create more flow, ease, and fulfillment in everything from your business to your personal relationships.   What You'll Discover in This Episode: The surprising way nature's cycles mirror every project, relationship, and habit in your life. The 4 phases that anything in your life must move through to be successful and satisfying. A simple framework to understand and work with the four phases of any cycle. What to work on if you (or your clients) have trouble growing projects, completing projects, finding balance in your life…and so much more! This is one of my most favorite topics….one that has impacted my life and work so, so deeply…and I am so honored to share it with you. I mentioned in the episode The Alchemy Lab, which is a FREE two hour live workshop. You can learn more here. I also mentioned the Sacred Rhythms Coaching Methodology Training; you can learn more here. If you'd like a cheat sheet on the 4 Phases, download it here.  PLEASE SHARE THIS PODCAST WITH YOUR FRIENDS! I will so appreciate it!   Please consider subscribing to the channel and liking the video. It makes a difference and helps us reach more people who will find the podcast valuable! Be sure to post a comment and let us know what you loved most about the episode! Join our newsletter community and get a copy of 55 Effective Breakthrough Coaching Questions   Hang out with me! On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joanna.lindenbaum/?utm_source=podcastplayer&utm_medium=shownotes&utm_campaign=podcastepisode33 On The Coaching Revolution on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/coachingfacilitationmastery?utm_source=podcastplayer&utm_medium=shownotes&utm_campaign=podcastepisode33