Podcasts about weariness

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

Send us your feedback — we're listeningMatthew 11:28 — Jesus, Draw Me Into Your Rest Tonight and Lift the Weariness That Still Lives in My Spirit Live from Salvador • Faro • Luanda • Chimoio • Miami descanso profundo • alma leve • entrega emocional • deep rest • lightened soul • emotional surrender Matthew 11:28 (NIV): “Come to Me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.” Psalm 62:1 (NIV): “Truly my soul finds rest in God; my salvation comes from Him.” Jesus, as evening settles and the intensity of the day begins to soften, I acknowledge the weight I still carry inside. Some pressures fade with daylight, but some linger quietly beneath the surface. Tonight, You invite me—not to perform, not to produce, not to pretend—but simply to come. Descanso profundo. Alma leve. Your rest is not a distant idea; it is a present reality, offered directly to those who feel worn, stretched, tired, or overwhelmed. And so I come to You, with honesty, with heaviness, with longing. Jesus, lift what my strength can no longer hold. Release me from the emotional residue of the day. Quiet the internal dialogues that replay the unresolved. Let my soul settle into the truth that real rest is found in You, not in circumstances, achievement, or performance. Entrega emocional. Emotional surrender. Tonight, I lay down fears, fatigue, and frustrations. I choose to let Your presence become the place where my mind unclenches and my heart slowly breathes again. I pray now for every listener entering this 8PM hour across Brazil, Portugal, Angola, Cabo Verde, Mozambique, the Americas, and Europe. For the ones who pushed through a difficult day. For those carrying hidden worries. For those whose spirits feel faint or whose minds feel tight. Let Your invitation become more than words—let it become an experience. Let rest descend gently. Let burdens become lighter. Let weary souls rediscover the softness of Your peace. Jesus, teach me to surrender without fear. Teach me to rest without guilt. Teach me to recognise that You never asked me to carry what only Your grace was designed to hold. As the evening deepens, let my heart lean into Your steadiness. Let my mind settle in Your strength. Let my spirit find rest in Your salvation. In this sacred pause before the night expands, draw me into a rest that restores me from within. Amém Matthew 11:28 prayer, Psalm 62:1 devotional, evening rest prayer, descanso profundo, alma leve, entrega emocional, Brazil prayer, Portugal devotional, emotional surrender, Christian prayer, Jesus rest, daily prayer cycle, matthew 11:28, psalm 62:1, evening prayer, christian devotional, descanso profundo, alma leve, emotional surrender, daily prayer uk, brazil prayer, portugal prayer, angola devotional, jesus rest, spiritual renewal, christian meditationSupport the showDaily Prayer with Reverend Ben Cooper now reaches 184 countries and 2,968 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.com. Together, we can keep prayer moving across the world. To submit a prayer request or connect with our global prayer community, visit DailyPrayer.uk. Buy me a Coffee

Send us your feedback — we're listeningMatthew 11:28 — Jesus, Draw Me Into Your Rest Tonight and Lift the Weariness That Still Lives in My Spirit Live from London, England Salvador • Faro • Luanda • Chimoio • Miami Themes: descanso profundo • alma leve • entrega emocional deep rest • lightened soul • emotional surrender Psalm 62:1 (NIV): “Truly my soul finds rest in God; my salvation comes from Him.” Matthew 11:28 (NIV): “Come to Me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.” Jesus, in this quiet 8PM hour when the day begins to release its final breath, we turn our hearts toward Your presence. The pace has slowed, the noise has softened, yet inside many carry a hidden weariness. But You invite us to come — not performing, not striving, simply arriving as we are. You offer descanso profundo, the deep rest that reaches into the places no one else sees. For every listener from Salvador to Faro, from Luanda to Chimoio, and across the world tonight, let alma leve settle over them — a lightening of the soul after a long day. Lift the tension held in the shoulders, the heaviness carried in the chest, the thoughts that refuse to quiet themselves. Let Your rest steady the mind and loosen the emotional weight that has gathered hour after hour. Your Word says our souls find rest in God alone, and tonight we yield to that truth. Where exhaustion runs deep, breathe strength. Where confusion lingers, bring clarity. Where disappointment has settled, place renewed hope. And where emotions feel tangled, bring entrega emocional — the grace to release what we cannot carry and place it fully in Your hands. Jesus, draw me closer than the worries that try to linger. Pull me into the quiet of Your presence. Let Your rest settle over my spirit, covering every strained place, every tired thought, every burden I have tried to hold alone. Tonight, Jesus, give me Your rest. matthew 11 devotional, descanso profundo, alma leve, entrega emocional, brazilian devotional, 8pm prayer, evening rest matthew 11, rest, evening prayer, devotional, brazil, portugal, latin america Support the Ministry: Now reaching 184 countries and 2,968 cities worldwide. Support this listener-funded ministry for just £3 per month at GlobalBlendRadio.com and help us keep Daily Prayer moving across the nations.Support the showDaily Prayer with Reverend Ben Cooper now reaches 184 countries and 2,968 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.com. Together, we can keep prayer moving across the world. To submit a prayer request or connect with our global prayer community, visit DailyPrayer.uk. Buy me a Coffee

Send us your feedback — we're listeningIsaiah 40:31 (NIV): “…those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles…” Matthew 11:28 (NIV): “Come to Me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.” Recorded live here with Reverend Ben Cooper — DailyPrayer.uk Ao vivo aqui com o Reverendo Ben Cooper de Londres, Inglaterra São Paulo (Brasil) • Porto Alegre (Brasil) • Sevilla (Espanha) • Luanda (Angola) • Toronto (Canadá) renovo espiritual • descanso profundo • força renovada • esperança ativa spiritual renewal • deep rest • renewed strength • active hope Jesus, as we move into the evening hours and the world around us starts to quieten, I bring You every part of this day that has drained, stretched, or weighed on my heart. Your Word promises that those who hope in You will renew their strength — renovar as forças — and tonight, I open my spirit to that promise. You see the tiredness behind the smile, the emotional weight behind the responsibilities, and the quiet exhaustion behind the moments no one else noticed. Lift my heart above the heaviness and breathe renovo espiritual into every part of me. Evening is where the emotional truth rises. Weariness speaks louder. Reflection becomes clearer. And sometimes, worry begins to wander into the places we hoped it wouldn't. But Jesus, You meet me here, in this nighttime honesty, calling me with the words, Venid a mí los cansados, “Come to Me, all who are weary.” Bring descanso profundo — deep rest — to my anxious thoughts. Calm the storms that gathered through the day. Let Your nearness become the gentle weight that settles my mind. Jesus, renew the strength of every listener joining tonight from São Paulo, Porto Alegre, Sevilla, Luanda, Toronto, and every city where hearts feel tired at this hour. Lift them. Restore them. Fill them with força renovada — renewed strength — to face tomorrow with a calmer spirit and a steadier heart. Let their hope move from theory to practice, from idea to experience — esperança ativa, a hope that rises even when circumstances have not yet changed. As darkness settles, let Your light fall gently upon every home, every family, every burdened heart. Lift the emotional weight of this day. Replace weariness with stillness, uncertainty with trust, and heaviness with peace. Jesus, renew our strength tonight and carry us into tomorrow with Your sustaining love. Amen. isaiah 40 devotional, evening strength prayer, renovo espiritual oração, descanso profundo, força renovada, esperança ativa, brazil night devotional, reverend ben cooper, dailyprayer.uk Prayer, Christian Devotional, Isaiah 40, Evening Renewal, Strength and Rest, Brazilian Devotional, Spanish Devotional, Daily Prayer Movement Now reaching 184 countries and 2,968 cities worldwide.Support the showDaily Prayer with Reverend Ben Cooper now reaches 184 countries and 2,968 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.com. Together, we can keep prayer moving across the world. To submit a prayer request or connect with our global prayer community, visit DailyPrayer.uk. Buy me a Coffee

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

Send us your feedback — we're listening“Psalm 91:14 — Jesus, Lift My Heart as Evening Nears and Fill My Weariness With Your Quiet Strength” Psalm 91:14 (NIV): “Because he loves Me… I will rescue him; I will protect him…” Romans 8:26 (NIV): “The Spirit helps us in our weakness…” Ao vivo de Londres, Inglaterra para Fortaleza (Brasil) • Braga (Portugal) • Cabinda (Angola) • Nampula (Moçambique) • Bogotá (Colômbia) Live from London, England to Fortaleza, Braga, Cabinda, Nampula, Bogotá fim de tarde • força suave • renovo interior • presença que sustenta late-day fatigue • gentle strength • inner renewal • sustaining presence Jesus, as the day begins to settle and the weight of many hours rests upon my shoulders, I come to You needing strength that is quiet but steady, gentle but real. Evening carries its own kind of tiredness — not just for the body, but for the heart. Your promise speaks to me now: “Porque ele Me ama, Eu o resgatarei.” These words remind me that love moves Your heart, and because I love You, I am not left alone in this weariness. Rescue me from the fatigue that presses deeply, and breathe Your renewing life into the places where I feel stretched thin. You tell me that the Spirit helps in weakness, that I do not carry today's burdens by myself. “O Espírito Santo ajuda na fraqueza.” Jesus, let that truth rest over me. Bring strength where my energy feels low, hope where I feel discouraged, and clarity where my thoughts are scattered. As the evening grows quieter, let Your presence become the gentle rhythm that steadies me from within. I ask You to heal the small wounds of the day — the words that unsettled me, the worries that lingered, the pressures I could not resolve. Bring Your “força suave” into my spirit and renew what has been worn down. “Renova meu coração neste fim de tarde.” Renew my heart in this late hour, and remind me that I am held, supported, and strengthened by Your unfailing love. Jesus, let this evening be a turning point, a moment where tiredness becomes trust, and weariness becomes worship. Guide me into the rest that restores, into the strength that lifts, and into the peace that carries me into tomorrow with new hope. evening prayer, força suave, Spirit helps in weakness, Psalm 91 renewal, Brazil devotion, gentle strength prayer, 6PM devotional momentevening prayer, Psalm 91, renewal, gentle strength, Brazil devotional, Portuguese prayer, Holy Spirit helpSupport the showFor more inspiring content, visit RBChristianRadio.net — your home for daily devotionals, global prayer, and biblical encouragement for every season of life. We invite you to connect with our dedicated prayer hub at DailyPrayer.uk — a place where believers from every nation unite in prayer around the clock. If you need prayer, or would like to leave a request, this is the place to come. Our mission is simple: to pray with you, to stand with you, and to keep the power of prayer at the centre of everyday life. Your support through DailyPrayer.uk helps us continue sharing the gospel and covering the nations in prayer. You can also discover our ministry services and life celebrations at LifeCelebrant.net — serving families with faith, dignity, and hope. If this devotional blesses you, please consider supporting our listener-funded mission by buying us a coffee through RBChristianRadio.net. Every prayer, every gift, and every share helps us keep broadcasting God's Word to the world.

What do you do when discouragement shows up halfway through the work?Nehemiah 4 captures a moment many of us know well: progress has been made, momentum is building—and suddenly resistance increases. The ridicule gets louder. The threats feel more real. Fatigue sets in. Fear creeps in.This episode explores what it means to keep building when opposition doesn't disappear.As the wall of Jerusalem rises, so does hostility. Instead of retreating, Nehemiah responds with prayer, strategy, partnership, and courage. The people work with tools in one hand and protection in the other—reminding us that growth and resistance often happen at the same time.If you're rebuilding something in your life—faith, trust, purpose, relationships—this message reminds us that opposition doesn't mean we're off track. It may mean what we're building matters.Key themes include:How discouragement worksThe power of partnershipPraying while planningPushing through the halfway pointRefusing to let fear dictate your futureScripture Focus: Nehemiah 400:00 When Opposition Gets Loud01:03 Nehemiah 4 Overview02:58 Threats and Defense Plan07:39 Words That Wound13:35 Prayer as the Response17:53 Pressing On Through Fear20:32 Weariness at the Halfway Point25:08 Rejecting Lies27:22 Workers and Warriors29:33 The Trumpet Call31:37 Lessons from Nehemiah33:36 The Rebuilt Wall

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.

Send us your feedback — we're listeningIsaiah 40:31 — Jesus, Give Me Strength for Today and Renew My Spirit for What I Must Face TUESDAY 18 FEBRUARY 2026 — 5:00 A.M. From London to Sydney, Chicago, Lagos, Dublin, Toronto, Berlin, and Singapore, this 5 a.m. devotional rises with the global cry for strength — “Jesus give me strength,” “help me face today,” “I feel exhausted,” “renew my spirit,” “morning strength prayer,” “courage for today,” “I can't do this alone,” “Holy Spirit help me today.” Isaiah 40:31 (NIV): “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.” Psalm 143:8 (NIV): “Let the morning bring me word of your unfailing love, for I have put my trust in you. Show me the way I should go, for to You I entrust my life.” Jesus, as the world wakes and responsibilities rise, I bring You the places of weakness I cannot hide. You see the tiredness under the surface, the quiet discouragement, the emotional heaviness carried from yesterday, the fear of failing, the pressure of expectations, the weight of decisions waiting to be made, the anxiety of not feeling strong enough for what this day requires. And these mirror the exact searches rising across the globe this morning — Jesus give me strength, prayer for courage, morning strength prayer, I feel overwhelmed today, Holy Spirit help me, I need strength to carry on, renewal prayer, prayer for emotional strength, I feel drained, Jesus renew my hope. Jesus, breathe new strength into my spirit. Let hope rise where discouragement has sat too long. Lift my eyes from fear to faith. Holy Spirit, steady my thoughts, calm my heart, and strengthen my inner being. Renew my perspective. Restore my courage. Refresh my mind. Fill me with the resilience I do not have in myself. Let Your unfailing love meet me in the first light of this day and guide every step I take. I declare that today I will not walk in my own strength but in the strength of the Lord. Weariness will not define me. Fear will not hold me. Discouragement will not lead me. Jesus goes before me, the Holy Spirit strengthens me, and the Father watches over me. I rise into this day with renewed strength, renewed courage, and renewed hope. morning strength prayer, Jesus give me strength, Holy Spirit help me today, Isaiah 40:31 devotional, overwhelmed prayer, courage for today, global morning prayer, renewal and hopeSupport the showFor more inspiring content, visit RBChristianRadio.net — your home for daily devotionals, global prayer, and biblical encouragement for every season of life. We invite you to connect with our dedicated prayer hub at DailyPrayer.uk — a place where believers from every nation unite in prayer around the clock. If you need prayer, or would like to leave a request, this is the place to come. Our mission is simple: to pray with you, to stand with you, and to keep the power of prayer at the centre of everyday life. Your support through DailyPrayer.uk helps us continue sharing the gospel and covering the nations in prayer. You can also discover our ministry services and life celebrations at LifeCelebrant.net — serving families with faith, dignity, and hope. If this devotional blesses you, please consider supporting our listener-funded mission by buying us a coffee through RBChristianRadio.net. Every prayer, every gift, and every share helps us keep broadcasting God's Word to the world.

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.

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O Holy Night is a well-known Christmas carol that began as a French poem celebrating the opening of a new church. The beloved song we know today was translated into English by John Sullivan Dwight, an American minister and abolitionist, in 1855.This poignant carol reflects on the birth of Jesus as humanity's redemption.O holy night! The stars are brightly shiningIt is the night of our dear Savior's birthLong lay the world in sin and error pining'Til He appeared and the soul felt its worthA thrill of hope the weary world rejoicesFor yonder breaks a new and glorious mornA thrill of hope...what a poignant, moving way to describe the feeling in our hearts as we approach the date we celebrate the birth of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.Right now, you may be feeling a weariness you haven't experienced before. Concerns about the health and well-being of your family, and worldly troubles beyond your control, maybe weighing heavily on your heart this year.We invite you to join us as we approach Christmas Day in rejoicing in the Lord. A new and glorious morning is on the way, and our hope is still, and always, in Jesus.Let's pray.Heavenly Father, we confess this year has made us weary. We pine for your holy presence, and we rejoice in your gift of Jesus! Be present among us, Lord. Bring peace to the chaos of this world and renew our hope for the coming year. We ask these things in Jesus' name, amen. Change your shirt, and you can change the world! Save 15% Off your entire purchase of faith-based apparel + gifts at Kerusso.com with code KDD15.

If you want to give through Grace Church you can do so here: https://pushpay.com/g/grace-alone?src=hpp&r=monthlyJoin us for Pastor Rick's series “A Weary World Rejoices” as we head into the holiday season. In a world weary with waiting, worry, and weariness, Christmas reminds us that joy has come. Through the birth of Jesus, hope breaks into our darkness, peace calms our chaos, and joy is reborn in our hearts. This three-week series invites us to rediscover the wonder of Emmanuel—God with us—who brings light, life, and lasting joy to a weary world.Find out more about Grace Church here: https://gracechurchco.com/

Join Peter Hockley from Oxford Bible Church as he explores the theme of overcoming weariness through faith in God. Drawing from Isaiah 40, he delves into how believers can find renewed strength and hope amidst life's challenges. Discover the power of praise and the importance of trusting in God's promises to transform a weary soul. The CAUSES of a Weary Soul: (1) WICKEDNESS (Psalm 38:4-6), (2) the WORLD, and (3) WORK. The CURE for a weary soul is the strength of the Lord (Isaiah 40:29-31, John 16:33). The immediate CURE for a weary soul is PRAISE (Psalm 34:1-6, 100:4, Matthew 6:9, Isaiah 61:3, Philippians 3:1, 4:4). We can PRAISE because: (1) GOD IS WITH US (Isaiah 41:10, 43:2), and (2) GOD IS WORKING (John 5:17), and (3) GOD WILL WIN.

Join Peter Hockley from Oxford Bible Church as he explores the theme of overcoming weariness through faith in God. Drawing from Isaiah 40, he delves into how believers can find renewed strength and hope amidst life's challenges. Discover the power of praise and the importance of trusting in God's promises to transform a weary soul. The CAUSES of a Weary Soul: (1) WICKEDNESS (Psalm 38:4-6), (2) the WORLD, and (3) WORK. The CURE for a weary soul is the strength of the Lord (Isaiah 40:29-31, John 16:33). The immediate CURE for a weary soul is PRAISE (Psalm 34:1-6, 100:4, Matthew 6:9, Isaiah 61:3, Philippians 3:1, 4:4). We can PRAISE because: (1) GOD IS WITH US (Isaiah 41:10, 43:2), and (2) GOD IS WORKING (John 5:17), and (3) GOD WILL WIN.

Today's sermon is 9 Things That Can Bring Weariness by Ed Taylor Find more teaching from Pastor Ed at www.edtaylor.org

Suzanne Hinn Prayer line, From Weariness to Restored Joy, 11.24.2025, Dr. David and Joanna Hairabedian, #joy, #freshoil

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Pastor Mike preaches on those who who say it is worthless to serve God, those who remain faithful, and the warning to not grow weary in doing good. 23rd Sunday After Pentecost, Year A: Malachi 3:13-4:6; II Thessalonians 3:6-16; Luke 21:5-19

In this episode, Ana Amrein Esnaola opens the mic to Espoir Kahitani, a young poet born in the Democratic Republic of Congo and raised in the Dzaleka refugee camp (Malawi). “Refugee is a label, not my name,” he says, as he revisits a childhood of charcoal stoves and night songs, the attack that changed everything, and the discovery of poetry as a practice of hope. Listening is social innovation: it illuminates what must be transformed and shifts narratives toward a just, diverse, regenerative reality. What to expect:01:10 – “Refugee is a label, not my name”04:50 – Childhood: smoke, drums, and silences06:30 – The night it changed + flight to Dzaleka12:10 – English, The Branches, and finding his voice19:40 – Weariness, faith, and hope in actionListen to more on https://efectocolibri.com/en/Follow us and rate us ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ so more people can find this content.

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John Simpson, in discussion with the BBC's unparalleled range of experts across the world, explores war-weariness in Russia and the problem it poses for the Kremlin, examines the government shutdown in the United States, and analyses whether there will be any effective action from the upcoming climate conference in Brazil.Producer: Kate Cornell Executive Producer: Benedick Watt Commissioning Editor: Vara Szajkowski

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Do you feel a little sad and tired these days? Or that life has smacked you upside the head? Your relationships have faltered and you've lost some people you love. Scarlet Hiltibidal believes that you're not alone. She also believes you and I don't have to live this way—that hope is possible even if life doesn't return to the way it was. If you need some hope and encouragement, don't miss Chris Fabry Live. Featured resource:Hopeful-ish: Sadness, Weariness, Konkey Attacks, More Sadness, and Other Stuff You Need the Gospel For by Scarlet Hiltibidal October thank you gift:I Choose Joy by Chip Ingram Chris Fabry Live is listener-supported. To support the program, click here. Care NetBecome a Back Fence Partner: https://moodyradio.org/donateto/chrisfabrylive/partnersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Guest host Rebekah Haynie talks with Scarlet Hitibidal, author of "Hopeful-ish," shares how our hope in Jesus is there to face the dissapointments, doubts and brokenness of this life.  Pastor Josh Bingaman of First Open Bible Church of Des Moines talks about the recent trend of young men coming to our churches and how we can make sure we are welcoming them and getting them engaged more with Jesus.   Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

What if the weight of life has left you feeling face-down in the dust? Through raw honesty and deep insight, Pastor JD explores how even our darkest moments of weariness can lead us to profound hope. Drawing from Psalm 119, he reveals how God's Word becomes our remedy when we're broken—not by forcing a smile, but by bringing our real hurt to a real Savior. Whether you're navigating family struggles, peer pressure, or inner battles, this message offers practical wisdom for finding strength in Scripture and community. Don't miss this encouraging reminder that God meets us in our messiest moments and transforms our laments into praise.

Welcome to The Daily, where we study the Bible verse by verse, chapter by chapter, every day. Check out our mission to teach every verse of the Bible on video in what we call Project23. Our text today is Judges 8:4-9. And Gideon came to the Jordan and crossed over, he and the 300 men who were with him, exhausted yet pursuing. So he said to the men of Succoth, “Please give loaves of bread to the people who follow me, for they are exhausted, and I am pursuing after Zebah and Zalmunna, the kings of Midian.” And the officials of Succoth said, “Are the hands of Zebah and Zalmunna already in your hand, that we should give bread to your army?” So Gideon said, “Well then, when the Lord has given Zebah and Zalmunna into my hand, I will flail your flesh with the thorns of the wilderness and with briers.” And from there he went up to Penuel, and spoke to them in the same way, and the men of Penuel answered him as the men of Succoth had answered. And he said to the men of Penuel, “When I come again in peace, I will break down this tower." — Judges 8:4-9 Gideon and his 300 men are worn down. They've already fought a miraculous battle against Midian, but the fight isn't over. They're chasing the kings who escaped, and Scripture paints the raw picture: “exhausted yet pursuing.” Instead of finding support from fellow Israelites, they get rejection. The men of Succoth and Penuel refuse to help, essentially saying: “Prove you've won first.” Imagine the sting—hungry, weary, and now doubted by your own people. Yesterday, Gideon had to handle criticism with humility. Today, he must handle weariness with perseverance. Both require a leader's heart anchored in God. Life rarely slows down when you're beaten up and beaten down. The bills still come. The kids still need you. The conflict at work doesn't wait until you're rested. And sometimes, just when you need encouragement most, people let you down instead. That's where this story hits home hardest. Exhausted yet pursuing sometimes describes the believer's life. Following Jesus will sometimes push you beyond your limits, and you'll face opposition, even from those you thought would help. Perseverance isn't about never getting tired—it's about trusting God enough to keep moving when you are. Gideon kept pressing forward because his confidence wasn't in his strength or people's support—it was in God's promise. If you're worn out and tempted to quit, remember: your exhaustion doesn't mean you're defeated. It might mean you're right on the edge of God's breakthrough. ASK THIS: Where do I feel “exhausted yet pursuing” in my life right now? Do I let people's criticism or lack of support slow me down? How does trusting God help me press on when I feel empty? What might it look like for me to take one more step of faith today, even tired? DO THIS: Identify one place you feel worn out right now. Instead of quitting, take one small act of obedience today—trusting God for the strength to carry you further than you think you can go. PRAY THIS: Lord, I'm exhausted. But I don't want to quit. Strengthen me to keep pursuing Your call, even when I feel weak, even when others let me down. Help me trust You for every step. Amen. PLAY THIS: "Give Me Faith."

Ever feel exhausted right after a major breakthrough? Elijah called down fire from heaven, then immediately wanted to give up. Sometimes our greatest victories leave us most vulnerable to weariness. The key isn't avoiding rest, but it's learning to abide in Christ while we recover. Are you seeking God's hands or His face?

Psalm 61

Pastor Michael Field October 5, 2025 Psalm 119:25-40

Friends, I'm so excited to welcome back a repeat guest to the podcast—Scarlet Hiltibidal! Scarlet first joined me back in 2022 (Episode 43), and today she's here again to talk about her brand-new book releasing this week: Hopeful-ish: Sadness, Weariness, Donkey Attacks, More Sadness, and Other Stuff You Need the Gospel For.So much has happened in Scarlet's life since the last time we talked—moves, family changes, heartbreaking loss, and even unexpected joy. In this conversation, Scarlet shares honestly about walking through tragedy, wrestling with hopelessness, and clinging to the promises of God when life feels heavy. She talks about what it means to be “pressed but not crushed” (2 Corinthians 4:8–9), why Romans 15:13 has anchored her heart, and how the Lord shows up even when we feel distracted or weak.We even dive into the story behind the donkey attack (yes, really!) and how something so wild points us back to the truth that staying close to Jesus is the only way to experience peace and joy in this world.If you've been feeling weary, sad, or just weighed down by the last few years—you're not alone. Scarlet's story will remind you that God is faithful, His presence is real, and hope is a gift that comes from Him.

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