Podcasts about weariness

When sin is resisted by prayer, it puts forth its deceit in its own defense. It labors to divert and draw off the mind from attending to prayer and similar duties. There are, among others, three ways and means by which sin attempts to accomplish its design. a. Weariness of the flesh Indwelling sin makes advantage of its weariness to the flesh. There is an aversion, as has been declared, in the law of sin toward all direct communion with God.

Weariness and burnout are struggles many Christians face, yet they often feel difficult to talk about openly. In this episode, we share a candid conversation about the pressures, disappointments, and demands that can leave believers feeling exhausted in their faith and daily lives. Together, we explore what Scripture teaches about rest, God's presence in seasons of weakness, and how to recognize when our souls are running on empty. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, discouraged, or simply tired from carrying life's burdens, our hope is that this conversation will encourage you to find renewed strength, hope, and rest in Christ.

Send us your feedback — we're listeningMatthew 11:28 — Bring Your Weariness To Jesus Today Recorded live from London, England — where faith meets the world in daily prayer and global hope. Chicago • Wellington • Singapore • Lagos • Lima RELIEF • REFRESHMENT • STRENGTH midday prayer for tired hearts • Christian prayer for emotional strength • prayer when you feel weary • finding rest in Jesus today Matthew 11:28 (NIV) “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.” By the middle of the day, it is often easier to feel the weight we have been carrying. The early energy of the morning may have faded. Unexpected demands may have appeared. Messages, responsibilities, deadlines, and concerns can slowly gather until we feel heavier than we did when the day first began. Sometimes we become so used to carrying burdens that we forget we were never meant to carry them alone. Jesus speaks a simple invitation. “Come to me.” Not when you are stronger. Not when you have solved everything. Not when you have all the answers. Come as you are. Father, thank You that Your invitation remains open. Thank You that I do not need to pretend I am stronger than I feel. Thank You that I can bring my weariness, my concerns, and my questions to You. Jesus, help me release what I have been trying to carry by myself. Where my heart feels tired, bring refreshment. Where my mind feels crowded, bring clarity. Where my spirit feels weary, bring renewed strength. Lord, teach me to receive Your help rather than relying only upon my own efforts. Help me remember that Your grace is sufficient for today and that Your strength is available in every moment. Across the world, many people are carrying invisible burdens. From Chicago to Wellington, from Singapore to Lagos and Lima, may hearts discover the rest that Christ offers and the strength that comes from walking closely with Him. Jesús, gracias por llevar mis cargas. Jesus, obrigado por carregares os meus fardos. Jesus, salamat sa Iyong pagpapalakas sa akin. Father, I bring my weariness to You and receive Your strength for the rest of this day. Amen. Matthew 11 prayer, midday prayer, prayer for weary hearts, Christian encouragement, prayer for emotional strength, daily prayer, rest in Jesus, Christian devotion midday prayer for tired hearts, Christian prayer for emotional strength, prayer when you feel weary, finding rest in Jesus todaySupport 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 

Have you ever felt completely worn out from life's challenges?In today's episode, Richelle Alessi guides us through the journey of growing stronger through perseverance, even when we feel tired or weak. Together, we'll explore how God provides not just physical strength, but also peace, wisdom, and grace for whatever we face. We'll uncover the different ways that divine strength can appear in our lives, reminding us that even in moments of weariness, we're never alone.Join us as we lean into God's promise, and let's unite in prayer and devotion as a community, seeking His strength for every situation we encounter.Tap HERE to send us a text! BECOME A FOUNDING "MY MORNING DEVOTIONAL" MEMBERIf you enjoy your 5 minute daily dose of heaven, we would appreciate your support, and we have a fun way for you to partner with the MMD community! We've launched our "Buy Me a Coffee" membership where you can buy us a latte, OR become a founding member and get monthly bonus video episodes! To donate, go to mymorningdevo.co/join! Support the showNEW VIDEO EPISODES! You can watch our new video episodes on YouTube! Watch Our Video DevotionalsNEW TO MY MORNING DEVOTIONAL? We're so glad you're here! We're the Alessis, a ministry family working together in a church in Miami, FL, and we're so blessed to partner with the My Morning Devotional community and continue the great work done by the show's creator and our friend, Alison Delamota.We pray our personal reflections and devotions will empower you to grow your faith in God, and that you'll join us every morning in prayer! HELP US GROW THE MMD COMMUNITYSubscribe to the show on this appShare this with a friendJoin our newsletter Follow Us on ⁠Instagram⁠ and ⁠Facebook⁠⁠Leave a reviewSupport Our Friends and FamilyConnect with the original host of MMD  Alison DelamotaFollow our family's podcast The Family Business with The Alessis

What sustains faith when prayer feels flat and God seems distant—and there's no clear tragedy to explain it? Anglican priest and former New York Times columnist Tish Harrison Warren joins Macie Bridge to talk about weariness, burnout, and the quiet middle stretches of a long spiritual life. Drawing on her new book What Grows in Weary Lands, she turns to the Desert Fathers and Mothers for a resilience that resists both flaming out and numbing out. "It felt like the call had dropped, like the line had gone dead." In this episode with Macie Bridge, Warren reflects on her own season of spiritual aridity and the ancient counsel to stay in your cell rather than escape. Together they discuss the difference between burnout and weariness, acedia and the noonday demon, perseverance, silence as countercultural practice, and the world as a womb. They explore why escape rarely heals and what it means to trust the slow work of God. Episode Highlights "It felt like the call had dropped, like the line had gone dead." "I do not think vitamin D will solve what I'm talking about." "We're not having to hold our life together in the midst of weariness with will power and duct tape." "We kind of bring Times Square with us wherever we go now." "God doesn't need me to be impressive or achieving." About Tish Harrison Warren Tish Harrison Warren is a writer and an Anglican priest. She is the author of Liturgy of the Ordinary, named Christianity Today's 2018 Book of the Year, and Prayer in the Night, which won both Christianity Today's 2022 Book of the Year and the 2022 ECPA Christian Book of the Year. She formerly wrote a weekly newsletter for The New York Times on faith in public and private life and was a columnist for Christianity Today; her essays have appeared in Comment, The Point, and Religion News Service. She currently serves as the C. S. Lewis Theological Writer-in-Residence at Baylor's Truett Seminary, is a senior fellow with The Trinity Forum, and an assisting priest at Immanuel Anglican Church. (Source: tishharrisonwarren.com) Learn more and follow at tishharrisonwarren.com, Instagram @tishharrisonwarren, and X @Tish_H_Warren. Helpful Links and Resources What Grows in Weary Lands (newest book): https://tishharrisonwarren.com/whatgrowsinwearylands Liturgy of the Ordinary (most popular book): https://tishharrisonwarren.com/liturgy-of-the-ordinary Curt Thompson, referenced on the brain and community: https://curtthompsonmd.com/books/ Show Notes Writing from the middle of the process Weariness vs. burnout—bigger than the occupational "It felt like the call had dropped, like the line had gone dead." Two years at The New York Times—top of a career, bone-tired Spiritually tinged exhaustion, distinct from depression Comprehensive difficulty—work, marriage, church, politics, drama Post-COVID burnout talk; why the church rarely names this Craving emotional highs in contemporary Christian faith We lack stories of long, steady faith "I do not think vitamin D will solve what I'm talking about." Discovering the Desert Fathers and Mothers Acedia, the noonday demon—sloth, boredom, irritation, doubt Flame out, numb out, or go deep The cell as guiding metaphor—a rhythm of prayer and work "Stay in your cell"—counsel of St. Moses and Arsenius Resisting the lie that escape elsewhere brings contentment "The cell is actually this transformative place." Curt Thompson: the brain isn't made to do hard things alone A desert mother's maternal metaphor—the world as a womb "What is happening right now matters"—hope without escapism Grace: "we're not having to hold our life together... with will power and duct tape." "Part of our weariness is it is too noisy. The world is too noisy." "God doesn't need me to be impressive or achieving." Trusting the slow work of God #TishHarrisonWarren #WhatGrowsInWearyLands #ChristianResilience #Burnout #DesertFathers #SpiritualFormation #Weariness #Acedia #Hope #ForTheLifeOfTheWorld Production Notes This podcast featured Tish Harrison Warren Interview by Macie Bridge Edited and Produced by Evan Rosa Hosted by Evan Rosa Production Assistance by Noah Senthil A Production of the Yale Center for Faith & Culture at Yale Divinity School https://faith.yale.edu/about Support For the Life of the World podcast by giving to the Yale Center for Faith & Culture: https://faith.yale.edu/give

A SPECIAL MESSAGE FROM STEPHANIE:I want to share a special invitation with you. You may have heard that I will be releasing my first book with IVP on July 28, 2026. It's a big deal and I am so overwhelmed with God' goodness in allowing me to share such an essential message about delighting in Him as the true essential foundation for all our spiritual growth and maturing. Truly, when we delight in the Lord, He promises to give us the desires of our hearts – namely, more of Himself!So, here's the invitation. If you feel this message is indeed important, and you know people – including yourself perhaps – who need to be encouraged to awaken and cultivate their delight in God, would you consider joining my book launch team? It's a great and super easy way to share the good news of God's love for us in Christ, Jesus, our Lord.**If you're interested, please go to gospelspice.com/awakendelight and find the section about joining the launch team, or email me at contact@gospelspice.com **Together, let's encourage everyone we know with the wonderful news that, in Christ, God delights in us and invites us to delight in Him!In this brand-new series centered around Stephanie's new book, we explore several ways that we lose and can recover our delight in God, rooted in His delight of us. Today, in this first episode in our series, Stephanie explores spiritual fatigue in faithful believers and guides us toward God's invitation to restoration, not just endurance.What if you've lost your delight in God? Or you've never really experienced it in the first place? What if a season of suffering has snuffed out your joy, leaving you spiritually discouraged and emotionally numb? Delighting in God changes everything: how you experience your faith, relationships, and circumstances―and even how you see yourself. You can experience Psalm 37:4 as your daily reality: "Delight yourself in the Lord, and he will give you the desires of your heart."If you're spiritually weary, your fatigue does not prove you're far from God. You're invited to rest in the truth that delight begins by receiving God's delight over you. Come honestly, bring your tired self, and let God awaken delight in your soul again. Your greatest need is not more pressure, but more permission to rest and be restored as His beloved.Many mature Christians find themselves exhausted, faithfully serving God while inwardly feeling emotionally distant. Obedience becomes duty, prayer is reduced to quick requests or guilty silence, and Scripture feels like data instead of bread. Outwardly, they are strong—teaching, leading, serving—yet inside, numbness, irritability, and spiritual dehydration prevail.Our FREE gift to you today! An exclusive 30-day FREE recovery plan to rekindle your delight in God when you are feeling weary and exhausted in your faith: go to https://www.gospelspice.com/awakendelightthepodcast and find the form for Episode 446. Give us your email, and you will receive the full plan in your inbox immediately!Key Symptoms | When Weariness Overtakes Christians—Rediscovering Delight as God's BelovedDuty without delight;Spiritual dryness, despite regular disciplines;Resentment towards expectations and responsibilities;Prayers and scripture reading that feel obligatory, not life-giving.Spiritual depletion rarely stems from bad theology or outright rebellion. Instead, it often results from:Years of faithful overextension;Ignored grief or disappointment;Trying to do more and more to compensate for the sense of lost delight;Living off “old oil”—past experiences with God, not present intimacy;Feeling that delight and intimacy with God are for someone else, perhaps just for earlier seasons.Weariness emerges when we serve God from muscle memory, not fresh encounter, or confuse emotional invulnerability with spiritual maturity.The temptation is to force spiritual disciplines, tightening up routines, and demanding more from ourselves. But a weary Christian doesn't lack discipline. Oftentimes, we lack receptivity. More striving usually deepens the exhaustion and guilt, rather than reviving joy.Instead of seeking restoration, weary believers mistakenly try to manufacture delight by moral strain or performance, but delight is not manufactured by moral strain.The path back is not correction but replenishment. Stephanie urges us to “come nearer, slower, truer,” rather than to “try harder”. Restoration means:Honest lament and silence before God;Allowing ourselves to be ministered to;Sabbath, rest, and simplicity in spiritual practice;Confessing not just sin, but exhaustion, disappointment, and overextension;Even our ache for God is proof that love is alive in us, not that faith has died. Jesus doesn't just forgive; He invites the weary to come to Him for rest.Ultimately, our delight in God is rooted in His delight in us. Before time began, God chose to love and delight in His people, even at great cost to Himself through the cross. Our identity is found not in our ministry, productivity, or others' approval, but in God's unwavering, delighted gaze."Delight yourself in the Lord, and he will give you the desires of your heart." Psalm 37:4 isn't a poetic suggestion — it's a promise. But many believers quietly assume it doesn't really work, or it's not really possible here on earth.In Awaken Delight, Stephanie Rousselle invites you to rediscover what Scripture actually means by delight — not emotional hype, not religious performance, but a steady satisfaction rooted in who God is.Delight in God isn't a mood to manufacture; it's a relationship to receive.Through biblical theology and practical rhythms, you'll learn how communion with God reshapes suffering, quiets restless striving, and anchors your identity in something unshakable.Delighting in God isn't sentimental optimism. It's deeply rooted in Christ, Jesus.It's the quiet revolution that reshapes how we endure pain, love others, and understand our own heart.Awaken Delight is a theologically grounded spiritual formation book for thoughtful believers who feel spiritually fatigued and are ready to embrace the reality of Psalm 37:4.More at https://www.gospelspice.com/awakendelight Purchase the book, "Awaken Delight" by Stephanie Rousselle: https://a.co/d/0bqhUb5JKind words from Jennifer Rothschild, Bible teacher, Author, Speaker, Podcast Host, Founder, Fresh Grounded Faith:“Stephanie helps us awaken to and experience true delight. It is a rich mix of God's delight in you and your delight in him. This is the life you were made for, the life your soul deeply longs for. So, the table is set. Pull up a chair and let your heart sit alongside Stephanie. As your delight in God wakes up and becomes fully realized, you'll find a satisfaction in Christ that makes you want more and more.”Kind words from Amanda Jenkins, Lead creator of THE CHOSEN's literary content"I have yet to meet another person quite as eager to intimately know Jesus as Stephanie is. Her enthusiasm for the beauty found inside a thriving relationship with her Savior is downright contagious. Indeed, Stephanie's joy and faith and commitment to growth—along with her love for really good food!—will implant themselves in the hearts of readers. Lucky readers."Kind words from Os Guinness, Theologian, Social critic, Author, The Call "Stephanie addresses one of the greatest needs of Christians today. Knowing God is not knowing about God, but knowing Him genuinely and with desire and delight. She does so practically and helpfully, and in a style that sparkles with a verve and joy that is distinctively French."Kind words from Pippa Gumbel, Pioneer, The Alpha Course; Author, The Bible in one year with husband Nicky"Stephanie's love of God is inspiring and infectious. Her book is an invitation to share in that delight and to come to know God in new and wonderful ways." More at https://www.gospelspice.com/awakendelight Purchase the book, "Awaken Delight" by Stephanie Rousselle: https://a.co/d/0bqhUb5JSupport us on Gospel Spice, PayPal and Venmo!

Matthew 11: 28-30 says 28 Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.29 Take my yoke upon you, and learn of me; for I am meek and lowly in heart: and ye shall find rest unto your souls.30 For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light.

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S10 E2—What do you do when you've done all the “right” spiritual things and still feel exhausted? Tish Harrison Warren, a writer and Anglican priest, joins Amy Julia Becker to explore burnout, spiritual dryness, midlife weariness, and the practices that help us stay rooted when God feels distant. For those who are tired, discouraged, or wondering why faith feels harder than it used to, here's hope for the long middle of life from Tish's latest book, What Grows in Weary Lands.00:00 Introduction to Tish Harrison Warren03:29 Exploring Spiritual Weariness and Doubt14:47 Understanding Fortitude and Resilience23:23 The Imagined Good Life30:20 Navigating the Desert of Faith35:10 The Practice of Stability44:04 Community in Seasons of AridityMENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:Books by Tish Harrison Warren: What Grows in Weary Lands Liturgy of the Ordinary Prayer in the Night _SUBSCRIBE to Amy Julia's Substack: amyjuliabecker.substack.comWATCH this conversation on YouTube: Amy Julia Becker on YouTubeJOIN the conversation on Instagram: @amyjuliabeckerLISTEN to more episodes: amyjuliabecker.com/shows/_ABOUT OUR GUEST:Tish Harrison Warren is an Anglican priest and the author of several books, including Liturgy of the Ordinary, which won Christianity Today's 2018 Book of the Year, and Prayer in the Night, which won Christianity Today's 2022 Book of the Year and the 2022 ECPA Christian Book of the Year. She formerly wrote a weekly newsletter for The New York Times, which focused on faith in public discourse and private life. She was also a columnist at Christianity Today. Her articles and essays have appeared in Comment Magazine, The Point Magazine, Religion News Service, and elsewhere. She currently serves as the C.S. Lewis Theological Writer-in-Residence for The Anglican Episcopal House of Studies at Baylor's George W. Truett Theological Seminary. She is a senior fellow with the Trinity Forum and an assisting priest at Immanuel Anglican Church. She lives in Austin, Texas, with her husband and three children.https://tishharrisonwarren.com/https://www.instagram.com/tishharrisonwarren/We want to hear your thoughts. Send us a text!Connect with me:InstagramFacebookYouTubeWebsiteThanks for listening! 

In this episode Aaron, Raffi and Michael Miller sit down and discuss following Jesus and longevity by answering the question: “I am a church leader but this season has been excruciating. Lately I struggle to even want to go to church but I'm still showing up. How do you stay faithful when your heart feels tired ” (submitted by: anonymous, Sydney Australia) WE ARE DOING A LIVE RECORDING IN ORLANDO JUNE 9TH!! Tickets are available on our website, Thehandlebarpodcast.com - For more information, merch, how to partner with us and more You can subscribe to our YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@thehandlebarpodcastYou can purchase BIG JESUS here: https://upperroom.store/products/big-jesus

Strength for the Weary | Anchored in Troubled Waters | Season 9 Episode 22Podcast DescriptionEveryone gets tired, even faithful people. In Isaiah 40, God reminds His people that He does not faint, grow weary, or run out of strength. This message looks at what it means to wait upon the Lord, receive renewed strength, and keep walking when life has left us worn down. When our strength runs low, God remains able to lift, sustain, and carry His people.Weariness is not always a sign of failure. Sometimes it is simply the reality of carrying burdens in a broken world. Isaiah 40 reminds us that while human strength runs out, God never grows weary. This message points tired hearts back to the everlasting God who gives power to the faint and renews the strength of those who wait upon Him.Some seasons leave us worn down, but Isaiah 40 gives hope to weary people. God does not faint, grow tired, or run out of strength. He gives power to the faint and teaches His people to wait upon Him. This message reminds us that renewed strength may look like soaring, running, or simply walking one more faithful step without fainting.

Galatians 6.9 says, "Let us not lose heart in doing good, for in due time we will reap if we do not grow weary."  Wherever God has called you stick with it!  Fruit is never produced overnight but is always something that takes time.  

When You Don't Feel Victorious Speaker: Michael Shockley, ReCreate Church Scripture: 1 John 5:1-5 Episode Summary Pastor Michael opens with a hilarious "Victorious Living Hotline" skit where "Destiny" tells him he should stop struggling and just "speak in faith" instead of being honest. Through 1 John's teaching about overcomers, he dismantles toxic positivity Christianity that says real believers never feel overwhelmed, revealing that being an overcomer isn't about never feeling overcome but about the world never finally taking you from Jesus. Key Points – Overcomers aren't self-made, they're born - the starting point of victory is faith in Jesus, not willpower, mental toughness, or can-do attitude – Church culture says "if you struggle, something's wrong with your faith," but Biblical victory says "because you belong to Jesus, struggle doesn't get the final word" – Loving God, loving people, and obeying God's commands can't be separated - you don't get to pick which parts of discipleship you want – God's commandments aren't chains from a tyrant but guardrails from a Father keeping you from wrecking your life – "The world" means the fallen system opposed to God that tries to sell the lie that God is holding out on you and sin will satisfy – Faith isn't believing harder or digging deeper - it's a trembling child gripping a parent's hand, a weary traveler welcomed home, a drowning man clinging to a life preserver Main Takeaway An overcomer is not someone who never feels overcome by the world; an overcomer is someone the world cannot finally take from Jesus. You won't always feel victorious - some days you'll be one spilled coffee away from losing your marbles. Weariness doesn't mean the world has won, and struggle doesn't mean your faith is fake. The question isn't "Do I feel like a champ?" but "Do I believe in Christ?" Jesus already overcame sin, Satan, and death on your behalf. Memorable Quotes – "An overcomer is not someone who never feels overcome by the world; an overcomer is someone the world cannot finally take from Jesus." – "Church culture says 'if you struggle, something must be wrong with your faith.' Biblical victory says 'because you belong to Jesus, struggle doesn't get the final word.'" – "The world says freedom is doing whatever you want. Jesus says freedom is being rescued from the wants that were controlling you and destroying you." – "Being an overcomer isn't a feeling. It's resting in the victory that Jesus already won." – "If you struggle, my faith must not be real? No. The problem is your definition of overcoming." – "Weariness doesn't mean the world has won." Reflection Question Have you been believing the lie that if you were a "real overcomer" you'd never feel overwhelmed? Are you willing to bring your weariness, anxiety, and discouragement back to Jesus instead of pretending everything is fine? Tune in to hear the delightful Victorious Living Hotline skit where Destiny says "We don't say anxious, we say 'between praise reports,'" why bringing a store-bought pie to the church potluck and claiming it's yours is like "speaking in faith," and Pastor Michael's vulnerability about feeling like an impostor who doesn't have what it takes. Connect & Give Learn more about ReCreate Church at www.recreatechurch.org Give online easily and securely through Tithe.ly

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What Is Spiritual Weariness and How Can We Find Renewal?   In this episode of The Good Faith Podcast, Curtis Chang chats with Tish Harrison Warren—Anglican priest, former New York Times columnist, and author of What Grows in Weary Lands—about burnout, spiritual weariness, and the exhaustion that escapism and rest alone cannot fix. Tish explains how polarization, digital distraction, consumerism, and isolation can leave us tempted to "flame out" or "numb out." Instead, she invites listeners to "go deeper" through prayer, silence, embodied community, Sabbath, and the difficult but meaningful commitments that lead to lasting renewal.   00:36 - Introduction to World Weariness 02:43 - Tish Describes the Draining Experience of Public Faith 06:04 - What Are the Cultural Factors of Collective Burnout? 13:01 - Dysfunctional Responses: Reinvention and Escape 15:01 - Flame Out, Numb Out, or Go Deep 20:51 - Are There Practical Steps to Go Deep? 23:29 - The Practice of "Staying in Your Cell" 26:40 - The Tough Sell of Going Deeper 32:07 - The "Dark Night of the Soul" as a Growth Stage  36:11 - Learning from Historic Church Practices  38:04 - What Do Healthy Rhythms of Engagement and Withdrawal Look Like?   Sign up for The After Party Informational Webinars Sign up for The Good List   Mentioned in This Episode: Tish Harrison Warren's What Grows in Weary Lands: On Christian Resilience The Ezra Klein Show: Burned Out? Start Here. Curt Thompson on Covid-era digital fatigue Thomas Aquinas's idea of arduous goods St. John of the Cross's The Dark Night of the Soul Stanley Hauerwas: Evangelicalism Will Die of Exhaustion (conversation with Al Mohler) the Desert Fathers and Mothers: "Stay in your cell"   More From Tish Harrison Warren: Tish Harrison Warren's website Tish Harrison Warren's New York Times pieces Other books by Tish Harrison Warren   Follow Us: Good Faith on Instagram Good Faith on X (formerly Twitter) Good Faith on Facebook   The Good Faith Podcast is a production of a 501(c)(3) nonpartisan organization that does not engage in any political campaign activity to support or oppose any candidate for public office. Any views and opinions expressed by any guests on this program are solely those of the individuals and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Good Faith.

In a world that often feels relentlessly exhausting, weariness can seem like something to fix, escape, or push through. But what if it's also a place where something deeper is happening? In this episode, Anglican priest and writer Tish Harrison Warren helps us explore the spiritual reality of “dry seasons”—times that aren't marked by crisis or tragedy, but by a quiet sense of fatigue, distance, or disorientation. Drawing on the wisdom of the desert fathers and mothers, Tish reflects on how Christians across history have understood these experiences not as failures of faith, but as essential parts of it. The conversation explores how ancient practices like stability, repetition, and embodied prayer can quietly shape a life over time, even when nothing seems to be happening. And it offers a different vision of growth—one that doesn't depend on constant energy or clarity, but unfolds slowly, often beneath the surface. Through the lens of her own experience, Tish reflects on how these dry seasons can become places of meaning, where growth isn't just possible, but necessary. If you've ever felt stuck in the “long middle,” weary of being weary, or unsure what God is doing in a dry season, this conversation offers a language—and a hope—for the journey. Theme song and credits music by Breakmaster Cylinder. Other music in this episode by Vesper Tapes, courtesy of Shutterstock, Inc. Additional Resources: Find Tish's new book here. Listen to Tish's previous conversation on the Language of God podcast.

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In this lesson, Pastor Steve Perez discusses the theme of sowing during hard seasons, focusing on the concept of weariness as a significant threat to spiritual growth and perseverance. He emphasizes the difference between being tired and being weary, highlighting how weariness can lead to emotional exhaustion and a distorted perspective on faith. Through biblical examples, particularly the story of Elijah, he illustrates the challenges believers face and the importance of returning to foundational practices such as prayer, worship, and community to combat weariness and maintain spiritual vitality. In this teaching, Pastor Perez discusses the importance of spiritual growth, the necessity of rest and renewal, and the promise of harvest that comes from faithfulness. He emphasizes the need for self-evaluation and personal growth, especially in relationships, and addresses the pervasive issue of weariness in both personal and communal contexts. Through personal anecdotes and scriptural references, he encourages listeners to trust in God during trials and to remain steadfast in their faith and actions.Pastor Steve Perez | May 5, 2026The Fountain Apostolic ChurchSOW (2026)Learn more at tfachurch.com/plus 

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What do you do when the fire won't start - when life is full but God feels distant, when faith is intact but the soul is running on empty? In this conversation, I sit down with Tish Harrison Warren, who draws on her new book, What Grows in Weary Lands, to explore acedia, the ancient concept usually translated as sloth but better understood as a sadness that the good is difficult. We trace how the desert fathers and mothers were grappling with the same exhaustion and spiritual languishing that defines our moment and what their practices have to teach us about endurance, formation, and encounter with the living God.Tish Harrison Warren is a writer and an Anglican priest. She is the author of several books, including Liturgy of the Ordinary, which won Christianity Today's 2018 Book of the Year, and Prayer in the Night, which won Christianity Today's 2022 Book of the Year and the 2022 ECPA Christian Book of the Year. She formerly wrote a weekly newsletter for The New York Times, which focused on faith in public discourse and private life. She was also a columnist at Christianity Today. Her articles and essays have appeared in Comment Magazine, the The Point Magazine, Religion News Service, and elsewhere. She currently serves as the C.S. Lewis Theological Writer-in-Residence for The Anglican Episcopal House of Studies at Baylor's George W. Truett Theological Seminary. She is a senior fellow with the Trinity Forum and an assisting priest at Immanuel Anglican Church. She lives in Austin, Texas, with her husband and three children.Tish's Book:What Grows in Weary LandsTish's Recommendation:Liturgies of the WildConnect with Joshua: jjohnson@shiftingculturepodcast.comGo to www.shiftingculturepodcast.com to interact and donate. Every donation helps to produce more podcasts for you to enjoy.Follow on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Threads, Bluesky or YouTubeSupport the podcast and the ministry that my wife and I do around the world. Just click on the support the show link below NEW PODCAST: American Evangelicals - A History PodcastA thoughtful, deep dive into one of the most talked-about movements in American history.Support the show

Weariness in the Wilderness | Kingdom Come Vol 3 Week 4 May 3, 2026 Message by Kyle Goen [Riverdale Campus Pastor]   Scripture References & Sermon Points 1 Samuel 27-28:2 Weariness can make you believe things that aren't true Preach what God has promised Weariness can make you go places you shouldn't go Press into God's presence Weariness can make you do things you shouldn't do Persist in Doing Good      

Weariness in the Wilderness | Kingdom Come Vol 3 Week 4 May 3, 2026 Message by RC Ford [Stewarts Creek Campus Pastor]   Scripture References & Sermon Points 1 Samuel 27-28:2   Weariness can make you believe things that aren't true Preach what God has promised Weariness can make you go places you shouldn't go Press into God's presence Weariness can make you do things you shouldn't do Persist in Doing Good    

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Simon Butcher's message from Sunday 26th April 2026

Simon Butcher's message from Sunday 26th April 2026

"Focus on what you can control."In this episode, Vincent A. Lanci discusses managing mental health amidst global chaos, the decentralized identity crisis, and practical strategies for maintaining authenticity and purpose.As You Listen: 00:00 Embracing Vulnerability and Growth 01:39 Navigating World Weariness and Compassion Fatigue 04:50 Reclaiming Identity and Purpose 07:16 The Decentralized Identity Crisis 11:11 Performance Tax and Authenticity 14:22 Identity Audit and Personal Growth"It's not just in your head.""Be authentic, be yourself."Takeaways: -Forgive yourself for numbness to big news, it's a natural response. -Focus on your sphere of influence to regain control. -Use psychological frameworks like positive self-talk to boost resilience. -Pivot and grow through creative outlets and new pursuits. -Conduct an identity audit to reconnect with your core values.Send us Fan MailSupport the showThank you for being here. Don't forget to subscribe to stay current!Have a question for the host or guest? Want their freebee? Are you looking to become a guest or show partner? Email Danica at PodcastsByLanci@gmail.com.This show is brought to you by Living Proof TBI Coaching specializing in recovery for Traumatic Brain Injury Survivors, Families, and CaregiversCRISIS LINE: DIAL 988

These April 2026 messages spotlight stories, inspirations, and soul songs offered by Marie Mohler to empower and inspire spiritual seekers in their own Divine Creative Hero/Heroine's Journeys Home to the Fullness of the Light We Truly Are. Marie's April messages are found in 2 videos. Part 1 contains themes for April, a big picture review, Gathering At The River with Dr. Terry Cole Whittaker (Dare To Be Great inspiration), Garden Insights #12 (an intuitive energy update for the month), & themes of Accessing More Of Who We Are, Experiencing Remembrance In Motion, Embracing Knowing On The Go, Clearing Emptiness Out & Making Room for Divine Fullness, Allowing The Joy & Pain of Remembering, Increasing The Good Stuff (The Gnosis Stuff), Flowing In Multidimensional Artistic Soulful Experiences of Marie's New Earth Soul Songs, & more. Part 2 contains 19 new soul songs that aim to inspire, uplift, and fortify divine creative heroes, heroines, and people around the globe. Soul Songs this month include: The Hymn of the Pearl Themes, Rumi's Reed Flute Themes, Hiraeth Awakening Themes, Birthing The Garden Here, Riding The Flame, Cosmic Weavers, and more. Thank you for joining me, and please share with others who could benefit from these empowering insights and positive energies.Please like, subscribe, and share!For more of my inspirational messages, podcasts, soul songs, & subscription offerings on Substack, please click either link:https://www.frequencywriter.com/https://frequencywriter.substack.com/** If you are interested in life/soul coaching with me ** please email me:info@frequencywriter.comI look forward to connecting with you! To listen to more amazing podcasts and insightful broadcasts, or to make a donation, visit:  http://www.wholesoulschoolandfoundation.orgTo donate: https://give.cornerstone.cc/wholesoulschoolandfoundationTo shop our apparel: https://www.bonfire.com/store/whole-soul-school-and-foundation/Thank you!You can also tune in here:Substack: https://www.frequencywriter.com/https://frequencywriter.substack.com/X: https://x.com/marie_mohlerFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/wholesoulmasteryYouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/@colorthemagicRumble.com: https://rumble.com/c/c-353585​​​​Telegram: https://t.me/wholesoulmasterySoon to be on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/frequencywriter (@frequencywriter)Truth Social: https://truthsocial.com/@frequencywriterTune into Frequency Writer Messages, Empowering Podcasts, and Whole Soul School and Foundation's Inspirational Podcasts via: Spotify, Apple iTunes, Buzzsprout, Stitcher, iHeartRadio, Google Play Music + other favorite podcast platforms If would like to support me and my work directly, please send donations to: https://buy.stripe.com/3csbIU4v8a52eR2aEEYou can also mail donations to:Marie Mohler/Whole Soul Mastery400 S. Elliott Rd., Suite D259Chapel Hill, NC 27514Thank you for your generous gifts.

These April 2026 messages spotlight stories, inspirations, and soul songs offered by Marie Mohler to empower and inspire spiritual seekers in their own Divine Creative Hero/Heroine's Journeys Home to the Fullness of the Light We Truly Are. Marie's April messages are found in 2 videos. Part 1 contains themes for April, a big picture review, Gathering At The River with Dr. Terry Cole Whittaker (Dare To Be Great inspiration), Garden Insights #12 (an intuitive energy update for the month), & themes of Accessing More Of Who We Are, Experiencing Remembrance In Motion, Embracing Knowing On The Go, Clearing Emptiness Out & Making Room for Divine Fullness, Allowing The Joy & Pain of Remembering, Increasing The Good Stuff (The Gnosis Stuff), Flowing In Multidimensional Artistic Soulful Experiences of Marie's New Earth Soul Songs, & more. Part 2 contains 19 new soul songs that aim to inspire, uplift, and fortify divine creative heroes, heroines, and people around the globe. Soul Songs this month include: The Hymn of the Pearl - The Prince & The Pearl, Letter from The King, Awake in Egypt ~ Treasure In The Pearl, Claim The Pearl, Robe of Glory, & Pearl of Remembrance, Rumi's Reed Flute ~ Song of the Reed, The Flute's Lament, Fire In The Reed, & Union in the Longing, Hiraeth - We Remember Home, Homesick for Lemuria, We Remember The Unnamed Realm, Weariness & Wings ~ Fire Horse Rising, Birth The Garden Here, Alchemizing Longing Into Flame, Ride The Flame, , Birthing The Garden Here, Riding The Flame Home, Cosmic Weavers, and I'm Already There. Thank you for joining me, and please share with others who could benefit from these empowering insights and positive energies.Please like, subscribe, and share!For more of my inspirational messages, podcasts, soul songs, & subscription offerings on Substack, visit:https://www.frequencywriter.com/** If you are interested in life/soul coaching with me ** please email:info@frequencywriter.com  I look forward to connecting with you! To listen to more amazing podcasts and insightful broadcasts, or to make a donation, visit:  http://www.wholesoulschoolandfoundation.orgTo donate: https://give.cornerstone.cc/wholesoulschoolandfoundationTo shop our apparel: https://www.bonfire.com/store/whole-soul-school-and-foundation/Thank you!You can also tune in here:Substack: https://www.frequencywriter.com/https://frequencywriter.substack.com/X: https://x.com/marie_mohlerFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/wholesoulmasteryYouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/@colorthemagicRumble.com: https://rumble.com/c/c-353585​​​​Telegram: https://t.me/wholesoulmasterySoon to be on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/frequencywriter (@frequencywriter)Truth Social: https://truthsocial.com/@frequencywriterTune into Frequency Writer Messages & Whole Soul School and Foundation's Inspirational Podcasts via: Spotify, Apple iTunes, Buzzsprout, Stitcher, iHeartRadio, Google Play Music + If would like to support me and my work directly, please send donations to: https://buy.stripe.com/3csbIU4v8a52eR2aEEYou can also mail donations to:Marie Mohler/Whole Soul Mastery400 S. Elliott Rd., Suite D259Chapel Hill, NC 27514Thank you!

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The recent tragedy in British Columbia highlights the devastating consequences of a culture embracing what Scripture calls earthly, natural, and demonic wisdom. The transgender movement is an anti-God ideology that demands the rejection of one's God-given identity, leading to disorder, despair, and violence. While believers must abhor this sin and recognize its spiritual roots, we are called to have compassion for those enslaved in darkness. The only true solution to gender confusion and cultural chaos is the Gospel of Jesus Christ, which offers redemption and deliverance to sinners.

The recent tragedy in British Columbia highlights the devastating consequences of a culture embracing what Scripture calls earthly, natural, and demonic wisdom. The transgender movement is an anti-God ideology that demands the rejection of one's God-given identity, leading to disorder, despair, and violence. While believers must abhor this sin and recognize its spiritual roots, we are called to have compassion for those enslaved in darkness. The only true solution to gender confusion and cultural chaos is the Gospel of Jesus Christ, which offers redemption and deliverance to sinners.

A new MP3 sermon from Founders Baptist Church is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: Spiritual Weariness: Why You Feel Spiritually Tired and What Scripture Says to Do Subtitle: 01 Straight Truth Podcast Speaker: Richard Caldwell Jr. Broadcaster: Founders Baptist Church Event: Podcast Date: 3/20/2026 Bible: Matthew 11; Galatians 6 Length: 19 min.

Welcome to Day 2819 of Wisdom-Trek. Thank you for joining me. Putnam Church Message – 02/15/2026 Luke's Account of the Good News - “What It's Like to Fish With Jesus.”    Last week, we continued our study of the ministry of Jesus Christ with a message titled “Ministry at the Grassroots Level,” where we learned what true ministry included. Today, we continue with the twelfth message in Luke's narrative of the Good News of Jesus Christ in a message titled “What It's Like to Fish With Jesus.” Our Core verses for this week are Luke 5:1-11, found on page 1597 of your Pew Bibles. Follow along as I read. Introduction: When You've Fished All Night and Caught Nothing There are moments in life when effort and outcome simply don't line up. You did everything right. / You prepared. / You stayed up late. / You worked hard. You relied on your experience and training.  / And still—nothing. That's where Luke places us at the beginning of chapter five. Not at the height of excitement. Not at a revival service. Not at a mountaintop moment. But at the shoreline…early in the morning…with tired, smelly men washing empty nets. Luke has already shown us Jesus preaching with authority, confronting evil, healing the sick, and drawing crowds. But now, the story slows down. The camera zooms in. And instead of crowds, we find fishermen—ordinary men—at the end of a long, disappointing night. This is not accidental. Because this is where discipleship begins. Main Point 1: Jesus Meets Us in the Weariness of Our Ordinary Work (Luke 5:1–3) “One day as Jesus was preaching on the shore of the Sea of Galilee, great crowds pressed in on him to listen to the word of God. He noticed two empty boats at the water's edge, for the fishermen had left them and were washing their nets.” (Luke 5:1–2, NLT) The Scene Luke Wants Us to See Luke is a careful storyteller. He wants us to notice details. It's morning. The fishermen are done. The nets are empty. The boats are idle. These men—Simon Peter, Andrew, James, and John—are not amateurs. Fishing is their livelihood. Their families depend on it. Their reputations are tied to it. In the first century, fishing on the Sea of Galilee was serious business. Night fishing was the norm because fish stayed near the surface in cooler temperatures. To come back empty after an entire night wasn't just frustrating—it was financially dangerous. And now, exhausted and discouraged, they are washing nets they barely used. That's when Jesus steps into the picture. Not with fireworks. Not with angels. Not with thunder. But by asking for a boat. Jesus Steps into Simon's Boat “Stepping into one of the boats, Jesus asked Simon, its owner, to push it out into the water. So he sat in the boat and taught the crowds from there.” (Luke 5:3, NLT) Jesus doesn't interrupt their work to scold them. He doesn't explain anything. He doesn't promise a miracle. He simply asks Simon to let Him use what he already has. A boat. A place of work. A familiar setting. Object Lesson #1: The Boat Hold up my iPhone: “This boat and my iPhone represent the ordinary places of our lives—our work, our routines, our responsibilities. Jesus doesn't wait for us to be rested, inspired, or successful. He steps right into the middle of our exhaustion.” Simon's boat had just failed him as a fishing platform. But it becomes a pulpit for the Son of God. What Simon thought was an instrument of disappointment became a platform for divine teaching. Ancient Perspective: God Has Always Worked This Way This moment fits a familiar biblical pattern. God met Moses while he was tending sheep (Exodus 3). God called Gideon while he was hiding in a winepress (Judges 6). God spoke to Elijah not in fire or wind, but in a whisper (1 Kings 19). God consistently enters lives at the point of ordinary obedience—not spiritual readiness. The fishermen weren't praying. They weren't seeking guidance. They weren't expecting a call. They were cleaning up after failure. Modern Analogy: The Office, the Kitchen, the Garage Most people don't encounter God in dramatic settings. They encounter Him: At a desk, staring at an unfinished project. At a kitchen sink, washing dishes again. In a hospital hallway, waiting for news. In a garage, fixing something broken—again. Jesus still steps into boats like that. And often, He does not explain what He's about to do. He simply asks, “Can I use this?” Why This Matters Simon lets Jesus use the boat—but notice something important. / Simon is still tired. / Still discouraged. / Still empty-handed. Yet he makes space for Jesus anyway. / That's the first step of discipleship. / Not confidence. / Not clarity. / But availability. Summary of Main Point 1 Jesus does not wait for us to be strong before calling us. He does not require success before involvement. He meets us in weariness and uses what feels inadequate. Discipleship begins when we allow Jesus into the ordinary places of our lives—especially when we are tired, discouraged, and empty-handed. __________________________________________________________________ Main Point 2 - When Jesus Asks Us to Try Again Where We Already Failed (Luke 5:4–7) The Most Irritating Command Jesus Could Have Given “When he had finished speaking, he said to Simon, ‘Now go out where it is deeper, and let down your nets to catch some fish.'” (Luke 5:4, NLT) This is the moment where the story shifts from calm to uncomfortable. / Up to now, Simon has been polite. / He let Jesus use the boat. / He listened while cleaning nets. / He stayed out of the way. But now Jesus crosses a line. / Jesus stops preaching…turns to a professional fisherman… and tells him how to do his job. / Not only that—Jesus tells him to do it wrong. / Fish at the wrong time. / In the wrong place. / After the wrong result. And not just a net— “let down your nets.” Plural. Simon's Response: Respectful, Honest, and Reluctant “Master,” Simon replied, “we worked hard all last night and didn't catch a thing. But if you say so, I'll let the nets down again.” (Luke 5:5, NLT) This may be one of the most relatable verses in all of Scripture.  / Simon doesn't argue—but he doesn't pretend either. / You can almost hear the tone: “Jesus… I respect You.  / But just so we're clear— we already tried this.” / This is not blind enthusiasm. / This is exhausted obedience. / And that's important. Ancient Perspective: This Was a Professional Embarrassment In first-century Jewish culture, /skill and experience mattered deeply. A craftsman's honor was tied to competence. Simon wasn't just tired—his identity was wrapped up in his ability to provide. Fishing again wasn't just inconvenient. / It risked public humiliation. / Crowds were watching. / Other fishermen were nearby. / Everyone could see empty nets. Failure in private is painful. / Failure in public is devastating. / And Jesus tells Simon to go back into the very waters that already told him “no.” Object Lesson #2: The Empty Net Hold up an empty net— “This net represents the places where we already tried: The prayers we prayed. / The efforts we made. / The conversations we had. / And nothing happened.” / Jesus doesn't ask Simon to fish somewhere new. / He sends him back to the place of disappointment. Why Jesus Does This Because dependence cannot grow where confidence still reigns. / As long as Simon believed success came from his experience, strength, and strategy, he could never learn what it meant to follow Jesus. Jesus isn't testing Simon's fishing ability. He's testing his trust. The Miracle Happens Suddenly—and Overwhelmingly “And this time their nets were so full of fish they...

Send a textAfter an enthusiastic recommendation from former guest, Cameron Scott, Andy Batt streamed into a late night EDT interview of Playwright's Spotlight, and, as always, what an insightful and inspirational conversation it was. In this interview, we discuss the origins and evolution of Andy's own playwriting and how it influenced the development of the MadLab theatre company and venue. We breakdown MadLab's themes and schedule, premises and rhythms as well as the market of Columbus, Ohio. We also  discuss the the draw of original works, submission requirements, mistakes, details, process, and rejections, the importance of format (or lack there of) in addition to physical and dramatic action. We wrap our conversation with criticisms or love of the classics and absurdists, simplicity vs complexity, and advice for taking that "leap".Andy Batt started in theatre in 1997 with no experience, training, and have never even thought about doing a play before, and after a couple years of the acting bug, his best friend and mentor brought him over to MadLab, a non-profit organization where they started producing original work together. Now, almost 30 years later, he has done almost every job there is to do in theatre - from acting, directing, and playwriting.  In 2009, he was able to shepherd MadLab through the process of buying its own space in downtown Columbus, OH. Each year they produce five to seven original productions including "Theatre Roulette", the longest-running shorts festival in Ohio.For tickets to MadLab's 2026 Theatre Roulette season visit - https://ci.ovationtix.com/35811To view the video format of this episode, visit the link below - https://youtu.be/g65kmGtSrI0Links to sites and resources mentioned in this episode - MadLab - https://www.madlab.net/index.htmlLenaea High School Theatre Festival - https://www.lenaea.org/Play Submissions Helper - https://playsubmissionshelper.com/Websites and socials for Andy Batt and MadLab Theatre -www.madlab.netFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/andy.batt.18IG - https://www.instagram.com/andypbatt/Websites and socials for James Elden, Punk Monkey Productions and Playwright's SpotlightPunk Monkey Productions - www.punkmonkeyproductions.comPLAY Noir -www.playnoir.comPLAY Noir Anthology –www.punkmonkeyproductions.com/contact.htmlJames Elden -Twitter - @jameseldensauerIG - @alakardrakeFB - fb.com/jameseldensauerPunk Monkey Productions and PLAY Noir - Twitter - @punkmonkeyprods                  - @playnoirla IG - @punkmonkeyprods       - @playnoir_la FB - fb.com/playnoir        - fb.com/punkmonkeyproductionsPlaywright's Spotlight -Twitter - @wrightlightpod IG - @playwrights_spotlightPlaywriting services through Los Angeles Collegiate Playwrights Festivalwww.losangelescollegiateplaywrightsfestival.com/services.htmlSupport the show

Ecclesiastes looks at life “under the sun” and notices how repetitive it feels. Generations come and go, work never really stays finished, and even our greatest accomplishments eventually fade. The more Solomon observes and understands the world, the more he realizes that chasing achievement, pleasure, or novelty cannot restore the simple joy people long for. Yet scripture reframes this monotony. The ordinary rhythms of life become the place where faithfulness is formed. Instead of chasing constant newness, God invites us to live with steady obedience and childlike wonder. Through Christ's life, death, and resurrection, even the repetitive moments of life can carry eternal meaning.

03/08/2026 Is It Well With Your SoulPsalm 42 Dennis TurnerBIG IDEA: Soul Health: an ongoing, honest appraisal of who we are (v3), through an ongoing, honest acceptance of who God says we are (v8).The threats of the soul: Psalm 42: v3a - unending sorrow; v3b - taunting from unbelievers; vs 4&6 - removed from worship; v7 - totally overwhelmed; v9 - a feeling of abandonment.1. Worriness - the things in life that we fret over.2. Wariness - perpetual fear that paralyzes us.3. Weariness - soul fatigue, just being “done with it”.The thirsts of the soul: 1. God Himself - (vs1-2) our souls long for God in order to experience His presence.2. The love of God (v8) 3. Hope in God (vs5,11) only God can satisfy and fulfill us.Cultivating a rhythm of soul health:One hour a day - meet with GodOne day a week - practice SabbathOne morning or afternoon or evening - set time apart to commune with GodOne weekend a year - sabbatical or retreat

There's a divine invitation echoing through the corridors of heaven right now - Jesus Himself is calling out to every weary soul, every tired heart, every person who's been laboring under the weight of this world. He said, "Come unto Me, all ye that labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest." But here's the prophetic tension I need you to understand: You want the REST, but you won't make the MOVE! Can we talk? Check out my resources in the Teaching Vault - https://tinyurl.com/TheTeachingVault

Listen to this week's sermon, Winter Wisdom preached by Dr. Jonathan Pennington from Matthew 11:25-30.

In this episode, Jodie Niznik, host of So Much More, leads you in a guided meditation to help you find renewed strength and hope using Isaiah 40:28-31. The passage was originally meant to encourage God’s people who were weary and wayward, and it also offers timeless truths and promises for us today. Here are 3 takeaways from this Meditation: Remember God's Everlasting Presence: Isaiah 40 reminds us that the Lord is the everlasting God, the Creator of the ends of the earth. These timeless truths remind us of God's unceasing care and understanding, strengthening our hope in Him. Renew Your Strength: We all encounter times in our lives when we feel weary and weak. Isaiah 40 teaches us that God gives strength to the weary and increases the power of the weak. Through our hope in Him, our strength is renewed, allowing us to “soar on wings like eagles.” Rest in God's Understanding: God understands our weariness, weakness, and exhaustion even better than we do. In times of struggle, we can find solace in His knowing and loving presence, allowing His understanding to comfort and guide us. You can find Jodie at http://www.jodieniznik.com/ Instagram @jodieniznik Facebook @JodieGNiznik Download free sample chapters from my Bible studies here. Download your free Lectio Divina Scripture Meditation Journal here. The full meditation text is as follows: Isaiah 40:28-31, NIV 28 Do you not know? Have you not heard? The Lord is the everlasting God, the Creator of the ends of the earth. He will not grow tired or weary, and his understanding no one can fathom. 29 He gives strength to the weary and increases the power of the weak. 30 Even youths grow tired and weary, and young men stumble and fall; 31 but those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

You don't need to feel more to be faithful. You don't need constant confirmation to be close to Christ. And silence does not mean distance.This week, instead of measuring your discipleship by emotion or progress, notice where your attention is going—and gently bring it back to Jesus Christ. Because what we look at grows. And when we look to Him, even quietly, grace begins to reframe how we experience the weight of mortality.You're not failing. You're not behind. And you're not alone.00:00 — Deb opens: Attention, weariness, and inward driftDeb introduces the idea that when life feels heavy or quiet, our attention naturally turns inward—not because we're failing, but because we're human.02:45 — The Fall and spiritual self-monitoringScott introduces the idea that one of the quieter effects of the Fall is constant self-evaluation rather than rebellion.05:30 — “Why don't I feel the Spirit?”Examples of how self-monitoring shows up in prayer, sacrament meeting, scripture study, and comparison.09:40 — Weariness is not abandonmentA clear return to last week's message: silence and heaviness are not signs of distance from Christ.12:20 — Symptoms vs relationshipScott contrasts symptom-focused spirituality with relationship-centered discipleship.15:10 — Gethsemane: strength instead of reliefA reframing of Gethsemane—Jesus' burden was not removed, but strength was added.18:45 — “Am I willing to stay?”Deb speaks to quiet faith, showing up without emotional confirmation, and the courage of staying.22:10 — Gratitude: what it is notScott clearly defines what gratitude is not: forced optimism, minimizing pain, or spiritual cheerleading.25:00 — Gratitude as alignmentGratitude reframed as noticing presence rather than pretending relief.27:30 — Practical reframing in real lifeExamples of gratitude that sound like: “It didn't spiral today.” “I made it through.” “I felt held, even quietly.”30:30 — What we look at growsThe core thesis repeated and grounded: attention shapes experience.33:00 — Closing invitationA gentle invitation to stop measuring discipleship by emotion and to notice where Christ already is.

We live in a time of weariness. Fatigue, darkness, and burnout feel like the air we're all breathing. In this conversation, we sit with that reality instead of rushing past it. We look at how weariness isn't new, how God entered history in the middle of it, and why Christmas begins on a dark and stormy night. We reflect on Jesus as the word. Not distant or abstract, but present, embodied, and near.

When life drains you, God meets you with compassion. He gives strength to the weary and renews you from the inside out. Draw near and let Him restore what feels empty.

The Bible says that Those who wait on the Lord shall renew their strength. But what does it mean to wait on the Lord?

You have been stretching yourself out in prayer and service. But it feels like God is not keeping up his side of the bargain. Find out what you can do about this