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Send us your feedback — we're listeningEVENING CALM & EMOTIONAL RENEWAL AFTER CHRISTMAS FATIGUE Welcome to Christmas Week Prayer with Reverend Ben Cooper, recorded live here in London, England, where the world gathers for five minutes of faith, hope, and strength. We go straight into prayer. Matthew 11:28 — “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.” Psalm 73:26 — “God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever.” On Boxing Day evening, global searches surge for “calm my mind,” “evening peace,” “how to unwind,” and “emotional reset after Christmas.” Many feel overwhelmed, overstretched, or quietly exhausted. Father, in Jesus' name, bring calm to our minds and healing to our emotions tonight. Settle thoughts racing from pressure, noise, and expectation. Lift the heaviness that settles when the day slows. Restore peace where tension lingered through Christmas gatherings. Speak strength into those feeling drained or directionless. Cover every home with gentleness, every heart with stillness, every mind with renewed clarity. Let your presence soften anxiety, lighten burdens, and restore hope within the quiet hours. Fill this evening with your rest and let tomorrow rise with fresh grace. prayer for calm, prayer for evening peace, prayer for emotional healing, prayer for anxiety relief, prayer for strength, prayer for clarity, prayer for rest, prayer for God's presence, prayer for comfort, prayer for renewal Take 60 seconds of silence before sleep and breathe Matthew 11:28 over your thoughts. I declare that God's rest and emotional renewal fill my evening. Share this prayer and visit DailyPrayer.uk for global devotional resources. matthew 11 prayer, psalm 73 strength, evening calm prayer, christmas fatigue prayer, reverend ben cooper, dailyprayer.uk, emotional renewal prayer, global prayer podcastThank you for praying with us today. For more daily devotion, follow us on all social platforms at DailyPrayer.uk.Support this listener-funded ministry for £3 a month:https://buymeacoffee.com/reverendbencooperPrevious: 6 P.M. — Global Peace & Healing (Nigeria, Ukraine, Lebanon, Myanmar)This Episode: 8 P.M. — Evening Calm & Emotional RenewalNext: 10 P.M. — Night Comfort & God's NearnessSupport 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.

Send us your feedback — we're listeningWelcome to Christmas Week Prayer with Reverend Ben Cooper, recorded live here in London, England, where the world gathers for five minutes of faith, hope, and strength. We go straight into prayer. Isaiah 40:29 — “He gives strength to the weary and increases the power of the weak.” Psalm 73:26 — “My flesh and my heart may fail, but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever.” Across the world today, many feel the emotional crash that follows Christmas Day — exhaustion, heaviness, and quiet sadness. In this season of global weariness, we pray for renewed strength and restored inner stability. Father, in the name of Jesus, meet every weary heart tonight. For those drained by yesterday's pace, those feeling an unexpected emptiness, those struggling with emotional collapse, pour out supernatural strength. Breathe life into tired minds, restore bodies carrying stress, renew those who hardly slept, and comfort the quiet ache that rises after the celebration fades. Give peace to those replaying conversations, calm to those overwhelmed by expectations, and healing to those carrying family strain. Let your presence steady every racing thought. Lift those who feel low, those who feel flat, those who feel guilty for feeling empty. Lord, bring strength to the weary across nations. Restore what has been depleted. Renew hope. Revive joy. prayer for renewed strength, prayer for emotional stability, prayer for post-Christmas exhaustion, prayer for calm, prayer for peace, prayer for inner healing, prayer for revival Strengthen yourself by pausing every hour today to whisper: “Lord, renew my strength,” and breathe slowly until peace settles. I declare that God restores my strength and renews my heart today. Share this prayer and visit DailyPrayer.uk for global devotional resources.isaiah 40:29 prayer, post christmas exhaustion prayer, strength for the weary, christian prayer for renewal, reverend ben cooper, dailyprayer.uk, global prayer podcast, emotional healing prayer, prayer for calmThank you for praying with us today. For more daily devotion, follow us on all social platforms at DailyPrayer.uk.Support this listener-funded ministry for £3 a month:https://buymeacoffee.com/reverendbencooperPrevious: 10 P.M. — Comfort for the NightThis Episode: 12 A.M. — Strength for Post-Christmas ExhaustionNext: 3 A.M. — Peace for the Overloaded MindSupport 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.

Episode Summary: Christmas is often called the most wonderful time of the year, yet for many, it’s also one of the most exhausting. Between the holiday to-do lists, family obligations, and the weight of expectations - both our own and others’- this season can leave us physically weary, emotionally drained, and even spiritually depleted. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, you are not alone. Today, we’re talking about how to release those expectations, embrace true rest in Christ, and find renewal in Him. If your soul feels weary, this conversation is especially for you. Today we’ll be talking about Hope for the Weary Soul. Quotables from the episode: It’s no surprise that Christmas can leave us feeling depleted. We put pressure on ourselves to create the perfect holiday - perfect gifts, perfect décor, perfect meals and table settings, and perfect gatherings. Social media only adds to this burden, making it seem like everyone else has it all together. But the truth is, exhaustion isn’t just about being physically tired. It’s about the weight we carry in our hearts - disappointment, grief, unmet expectations, and the struggle to meet everyone’s needs, often while neglecting our own. Jesus knew we would experience this. That’s why in Matthew 11:28, He says, Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. He invites us to exchange our striving for His peace. But that requires us to let go of what we were never meant to carry in the first place. If you’re feeling weary, I encourage you to take a moment and ask yourself: What am I holding onto that God never asked me to carry? Maybe it’s the expectation of making everyone happy. Maybe it’s guilt over what you can’t do. Maybe it’s the grief of a loved one who isn’t here this Christmas. Whatever it is, the first step toward rest is recognizing what is making us weary and laying it at Jesus’ feet. Christmas is a busy time with many annual traditions and expectations. Others have expectations of us, we have expectations of others, and we have expectations of ourselves. As a result, sadly, it’s a recipe for failure. Part of the problem with expectations is that it’s impossible to meet unvoiced expectations. Everyone’s picture of the holiday varies. Some celebrate with family on Christmas Eve, others celebrate on Christmas. Some families draw names for gifts and possibly set a monetary limit, while other families give gifts to everyone. Some families get up early while others sleep in late. There is as much variability to the who, what, when, and where of the celebration as there are people celebrating. So how do we actually release those expectations? It starts with shifting our perspective. The world tells us Christmas is about performance, about how much we do, how beautiful we make it, how much we give. But God’s Word tells us something different. Christmas is about receiving. Receiving the greatest gift of all, Jesus Christ. Martha was distracted by all the preparations, while Mary sat at Jesus’ feet, simply being with Him. And what did Jesus say? Martha, Martha, you are anxious and troubled about many things, but one thing is necessary. Does that ever sound like you? I’ve certainly been guilty. This season, instead of being like Martha - running from one thing to the next, trying to make everything perfect, and meet a list of unspoken expectations - what if we chose to be like Mary? What if we sat at His feet, even in the middle of the chaos, and let His presence be enough? One practical way to do this is by setting boundaries. Say no to the things that drain you. Say yes to the things that nourish your soul. You don’t have to attend every event, bake every cookie, or create a Pinterest-worthy Christmas. Choose rest. Choose Jesus. Releasing expectations is only part of the equation. True renewal comes when we replace striving with abiding. John 15:4 says, Abide in me, and I in you. When we stay connected to Jesus, He renews our strength. One way to abide in Him this Christmas is by spending time in His Word. Even if it’s just a few minutes a day, let Scripture be your source of renewal. Isaiah 40:31 reminds us, Those who wait on 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 faint. When we take time to be with God, He refreshes our weary souls. Christmas isn’t about what we do. It’s about what’s already been done for us through Christ. No matter how much is on your plate, you don’t have to carry it alone. Jesus came to bring us peace, not pressure. So this Christmas, let’s step out of striving and into His rest. Prayer for the Weary Soul Heavenly Father, we come before You weary, but we know that You are our source of strength. Help us release the burdens we were never meant to carry and rest in Your perfect peace. Teach us to abide in You, to embrace Your presence above all else, and to find renewal in Your love. Thank You for the gift of Jesus, the Prince of Peace. In His name, we pray. Amen. Scripture References: Matthew 11:28 “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.” Luke 10:38-42 tells the story of Mary and Martha. “Now as they were traveling along, He entered a village; and a woman named Martha welcomed Him into her home. She had a sister called Mary, who was seated at the Lord’s feet, listening to His word. But Martha was distracted with all her preparations; and she came up to Him and said, “Lord, do You not care that my sister has left me to do all the serving alone? Then tell her to help me.” But the Lord answered and said to her, “Martha, Martha, you are worried and bothered about so many things; but only one thing is necessary, for Mary has chosen the good part, which shall not be taken away from her.” John 15:4 says, Abide in me, and I in you. Isaiah 40:31 reminds us, Those who wait on 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 faint. Recommended Resources: Sacred Scars: Resting in God’s Promise That Your Past Is Not Wasted by Dr. Michelle Bengtson The Hem of His Garment: Reaching Out To God When Pain Overwhelms by Dr. Michelle Bengtson, winner AWSA 2024 Golden Scroll Christian Living Book of the Year and the 2024 Christian Literary Awards Reader’s Choice Award in the Christian Living and Non-Fiction categories YouVersion 5-Day Devotional Reaching Out To God When Pain Overwhelms Today is Going to be a Good Day: 90 Promises from God to Start Your Day Off Right by Dr. Michelle Bengtson, AWSA Member of the Year, winner of the AWSA 2023 Inspirational Gift Book of the Year Award, the 2024 Christian Literary Awards Reader’s Choice Award in the Devotional category, the 2023 Christian Literary Awards Reader’s Choice Award in four categories, and the Christian Literary Awards Henri Award for Devotionals YouVersion Devotional, Today is Going to be a Good Day version 1 YouVersion Devotional, Today is Going to be a Good Day version 2 Revive & Thrive Women’s Online Conference Revive & Thrive Summit 2 Trusting God through Cancer Summit 1 Trusting God through Cancer Summit 2 Breaking Anxiety’s Grip: How to Reclaim the Peace God Promises by Dr. Michelle Bengtson, winner of the AWSA 2020 Best Christian Living Book First Place, the first place winner for the Best Christian Living Book, the 2020 Carolina Christian Writer’s Conference Contest winner for nonfiction, and winner of the 2021 Christian Literary Award’s Reader’s Choice Award in all four categories for which it was nominated (Non-Fiction Victorious Living, Christian Living Day By Day, Inspirational Breaking Free and Testimonial Justified by Grace categories.) YouVersion Bible Reading Plan for Breaking Anxiety’s Grip Breaking Anxiety’s Grip Free Study Guide Free PDF Resource: How to Fight Fearful/Anxious Thoughts and Win Hope Prevails: Insights from a Doctor’s Personal Journey Through Depression by Dr. Michelle Bengtson, winner of the Christian Literary Award Henri and Reader’s Choice Award Hope Prevails Bible Study by Dr. Michelle Bengtson, winner of the Christian Literary Award Reader’s Choice Award Free Webinar: Help for When You’re Feeling Blue Social Media Links for Host: For more hope, stay connected with Dr. Bengtson at: Order Book Sacred Scars / Order Book The Hem of His Garment / Order Book Today is Going to be a Good Day / Order Book Breaking Anxiety’s Grip / Order Book Hope Prevails / Website / Blog / Facebook / Twitter (@DrMBengtson) / LinkedIn / Instagram / Pinterest / YouTube / Podcast on Apple Hosted By: Dr. Michelle Bengtson Audio Technical Support: Bryce Bengtson Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Send us a textThe quiet moments of Christmas morning can change how we move through the rest of the year. We open with a few lines of a cherished carol and then settle into a brief, tender prayer that asks for something radical and simple at once: close the door to hate, open the door to love, and let kindness travel with every gift and greeting. It's a short listen designed to reset your spirit, reconnect you with joy, and remind you that redemption's dawn is not an old story—it's a present invitation.Theresa Marie shares a warm welcome and guides a reflection that weaves together angels' songs, shepherds' gladness, and the wise men's worship, not as distant scenes but as living postures for everyday life. We talk about the power of clear hearts—how releasing resentment creates room for joy—and we name forgiveness as a daily practice that restores both the giver and the receiver. You'll hear a blessing for peace, great health, and vibrant energy that you can carry into your home, your work, and your conversations, long after the lights dim.If you need a gentle reset or a way to ground your day in faith, hope, and love, this two-minute pause is for you. Share it with someone who could use a breath of calm or a spark of gratitude this season. If this moment lifted you, subscribe, pass it along, and leave a quick review to help others find a quiet corner of grace when they need it most.Support the show

Send us a textThe quiet moments of Christmas morning can change how we move through the rest of the year. We open with a few lines of a cherished carol and then settle into a brief, tender prayer that asks for something radical and simple at once: close the door to hate, open the door to love, and let kindness travel with every gift and greeting. It's a short listen designed to reset your spirit, reconnect you with joy, and remind you that redemption's dawn is not an old story—it's a present invitation.Theresa Marie shares a warm welcome and guides a reflection that weaves together angels' songs, shepherds' gladness, and the wise men's worship, not as distant scenes but as living postures for everyday life. We talk about the power of clear hearts—how releasing resentment creates room for joy—and we name forgiveness as a daily practice that restores both the giver and the receiver. You'll hear a blessing for peace, great health, and vibrant energy that you can carry into your home, your work, and your conversations, long after the lights dim.If you need a gentle reset or a way to ground your day in faith, hope, and love, this two-minute pause is for you. Share it with someone who could use a breath of calm or a spark of gratitude this season. If this moment lifted you, subscribe, pass it along, and leave a quick review to help others find a quiet corner of grace when they need it most.Support the show

Send us a textThe quiet moments of Christmas morning can change how we move through the rest of the year. We open with a few lines of a cherished carol and then settle into a brief, tender prayer that asks for something radical and simple at once: close the door to hate, open the door to love, and let kindness travel with every gift and greeting. It's a short listen designed to reset your spirit, reconnect you with joy, and remind you that redemption's dawn is not an old story—it's a present invitation.Theresa Marie shares a warm welcome and guides a reflection that weaves together angels' songs, shepherds' gladness, and the wise men's worship, not as distant scenes but as living postures for everyday life. We talk about the power of clear hearts—how releasing resentment creates room for joy—and we name forgiveness as a daily practice that restores both the giver and the receiver. You'll hear a blessing for peace, great health, and vibrant energy that you can carry into your home, your work, and your conversations, long after the lights dim.If you need a gentle reset or a way to ground your day in faith, hope, and love, this two-minute pause is for you. Share it with someone who could use a breath of calm or a spark of gratitude this season. If this moment lifted you, subscribe, pass it along, and leave a quick review to help others find a quiet corner of grace when they need it most.Support the show

Send us your feedback — we're listeningJohn 1:5 — Light in the Darkness, Hope for a Weary World This ChristmasFrom London to Seoul, from Toronto to Mumbai, from Cape Town to Buenos Aires — a global 6 P.M. Christmas prayer within the DailyPrayer.uk 24-Hour Cycle. John 1:5 — “The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it.” Isaiah 9:2 — “The people walking in darkness have seen a great light…” By Christmas evening, global searches show rising emotional fatigue, heaviness, and the desire for renewed hope. Many feel spiritually drained, carrying private battles beneath the celebrations. Today's prayer speaks strength into a weary world longing for light, clarity, and divine reassurance. prayer  Father, in the name of Jesus, shine Your light into every shadow we carry tonight. For the weary, breathe fresh strength. For the anxious, release calm. For those overwhelmed by silence, noise, fear, or expectations, let Your presence break through like dawn after a long night. Lord, You are the Light that darkness cannot overcome—steady our minds, lift our spirits, and renew every faint heart. Bring clarity where confusion sits, courage where fear whispers, and joy where heaviness presses. Let households feel Your peace settling like a warm mantle. Illuminate paths that seem hidden, restore souls that feel empty, and remind us that Your light still leads, heals, and prevails. Tonight, let hope rise again—quiet, strong, unshakeable. prayer points prayer for renewed hope, prayer for inner strength, prayer for God's light, prayer for weary hearts, prayer for emotional clarity, prayer for restored joy, prayer for peace in every homelife application Step outside for one quiet minute tonight. Breathe deeply and ask God to shine light on one area where you need renewed hope and direction. declaration I declare that the light of Christ breaks every darkness and fills my life with unshakeable hope. call to action Share this prayer and visit DailyPrayer.uk for global devotional resources. 24-hour arc connectorPrevious: 12 P.M. Healing for Loneliness and the Empty ChairThis Episode: 6 P.M. Light in the Darkness — Hope for a Weary WorldNext: 8 P.M. Calm for the Evening — support this listener-funded ministry for £3 a monthhttps://buymeacoffee.com/reverendbencooperjohn 1:5 prayer, isaiah 9:2 christmas hope, light in darkness prayer, christmas encouragement,Support 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.

Surrender to the sacred mystery of life and discover your true self. Inspired by her favorite Christmas carol, "Oh Holy Night," Katie shares about self-worth, surrendering to the divine and opening to the darkness of winter. Deepen your spiritual practice in our year-long Divine Feminine Ayurveda School starting on January 14th. Click here to learn more and enroll today! In this episode about surrender and letting go, you'll hear: ~ What if your soul could feel its worth? ~ The power of falling on your knees ~ Feeling inadequate, worthless ~ Surrendering your defences and becoming more yourself ~ Overvaluing the intellect ~ Death and rebirth ~ The sacred spiritual practice of surrender ~ 2026 is the year of the horse ~ An old recording of "Oh Holy Night" by Harry Macdonough Find the full show notes here: https://theshaktischool.com/ep-236-winter-surrender/ Connect with Katie and The Shakti School: ~ Questions about Ayurveda School? Click here to book a FREE call! ~ Sign up for our free mini-course about Women's Wisdom and Ayurveda! ~ Follow The Shakti School on Instagram and Facebook

"At Christmastime, and at all times, we believe and bear witness to the truth that Jesus makes glorious the impossible gloom. Through song and deed, we declare that Jesus makes miraculous the mundane and saves the wretched sinner. We repeat and repeat the sounding joy — that Jesus restores that which is beyond repair and makes divine even the darkest night."Leave a comment: https://incourage.me/?p=255849--Look to the future with gratitude and keep your faith at the forefront every day of the year with a 2026 DaySpring calendar or planner! Each one is loaded with Scripture and prayer prompts, and serves as a daily reminder of God's love. Explore the collection, now 50% off, and find the perfect style or format that suits you! Shop today at DaySpring.com.The (in)courage podcast is brought to you by DaySpring. For over 50 years, DaySpring has created quality cards, books, and gifts that help you live your faith. Find out more at DaySpring.com.Connect with (in)courage: Facebook & Instagram for daily encouragement, videos, and more! Website for the (in)courage library, to meet our contributors, and to access the archives. Email us at incourage@dayspring.com. Leave a podcast review on Apple!

Archbishop Donald Bolen shares a reflection inspired by the presepi of Naples, nativity scenes that reveal the tired, longing faces of ordinary people waiting for a Messiah. This Christmas, we are invited to notice the quiet coming of Christ into the rubble of our wounded world, to recognize God's hidden presence in our daily lives, and to find hope, courage, and compassion this Christmas.

The holiday rush can easily leave hurting hearts weary, tempted to isolate and wishing the season would end. In this episode, we talk through the promises of Isaiah 35 and encourage our own weary hearts, and yours, that Christmas is for the weary.

Tara has a fascinating chat with Liisa Kovala, a Finnish Canadian author, book coach, and former teacher about historical fiction, cozy mysteries, sisu, her book coaching, podcast, and coffee. Her latest novel is, Like Water for Weary Souls. https://www.liisakovalabookcoach.com/ "In Nolin Creek, the water runs deep and the secrets run deeper. In the harsh landscape of a Depression-era Northern Ontario mining town, Finnish immigrant sisters Hanna and Essi Kivi scrape together a living as domestic workers, sharing a room in a disreputable boarding house owned by a protective madame. ​When Hanna's body is discovered in the icy waters of Nolin Creek, the police call it a tragic accident. But Essi knows better. Her sister would never have risked crossing unstable ice—not after they lost their youngest sister Martta to drowning years before. ​Haunted by guilt and driven by loyalty, Essi begins to unravel the secrets Hanna kept hidden. As Essi digs deeper into her sister's final days, she discovers that in a town built on desperation and dreams for a better future, everyone has something to hide. ​A gripping tale of love, family, sisterhood, and the search for truth." Recommended Reading List: Burial Rites by Hannah Kent Everyone on This Train is a Suspect by Benjamin Stevenson Murder at the Vicarage by Agatha Christie https://www.youtube.com/@liisakovala https://liisakovalawomenwriting.substack.com/ https://www.instagram.com/liisakovala/        

How Does a Weary World Rejoice: Sing! – Luke 1:46-55 – December 21, 2025 How do you hold on to hope when the situation you're in is not going the way you want it to? That could be a focused as having to deal with family drama over the holidays or as global as the state of our nation. These things wear us down. And yet - God continues to invite us into joy even in these situations. Join us this Sunday as we explore another one of the pathways to joy in the midst of a weary world.

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Maurice Roberts, who edited the Banner of Truth Magazine for many years, is noted for his poignant editorials. This one, from the December 1994 issue of the magazine, is typically probing and helpful. Are we battle-weary? Are we disappointed? Are we, dare we admit it, spiritually sleepy?  If so, Rev. Roberts' article can help us see our need and seek the Lord for the grace of repentance and the gift of renewal.    Featured Resource:  – Maurice Roberts, 'Are You Battle-Weary?', Banner of Truth Magazine, Issue 375 (December 1994).    Explore the work of the Banner of Truth: www.banneroftruth.org Subscribe to the Magazine (print/digital/both): www.banneroftruth.org/magazine Leave us your feedback or a testimony: www.speakpipe.com/magazinepodcast

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The frustration of imperfect and evil leaders points us toward a greater promise of an eternal King who arrived at Christmas.

True peace isn't earned—it's found in the presence of Jesus.

Pastor Fran shares a message about how we can find hope this Christmas season.

As Solomon closes in on the conclusion of his wise, goad-like words that comprise this vexing book, he offers wisdom for a weary world. He has made plain that while wisdom cannot deliver you out from under the sun, it still provides the best path forward in navigating life. Listen to Pastor Brett's sermon on Ecclesiastes 9:13-10:20 for more.

Peter FitzSimons’ next book is on Sir Edward ‘Weary’ Dunlop. Weary Dunlop was an exceptional person – his humility and compassion as an Australian POW and Surgeon on the Thai-Burma railway saved so many lives. Some of the stories Peter recounts are harrowing, but they also capture Weary’s humanity – like when he stood between a Japanese soldier’s bayonet and his blind, paraplegic patient; or when he took out a fellow POW’s ”perforated duodenal ulcer” in the deep jungle of Thailand, with ‘the fitful light of weak hurricane lamps . . . a beam of a torch . . . a needle made from hardened copper wire and catgut thread made from the intestines of animals . . .”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Send us a textA cave near Bethlehem. Stone, straw, and a light that still reaches us. We follow Saint Nicholas's quiet pilgrimage and find our own footing in a season when headlines blur, and hearts grow tired. The story of Emmanuel, God with us, becomes more than a lyric—it turns into a lifeline you can hold, a place you can enter, a presence you can trust when love feels heavy and the calendar won't slow down.We open with Nicholas's years near Beit Jala, exploring how a humble cave shaped his generous life. From there, we turn to the liturgies of Doug McKelvey's Every Moment Holy, to name the ache of too much information and too little strength. What if the most faithful move is to honor creaturely limits? What if justice and mercy begin with yielding the unbearable to the One whose shoulders can carry it? That shift reframes compassion, helping us respond to real needs that intersect our actual lives—family tensions, impatient lines, neighbors on edge—without going numb.Along the way, we offer simple prompts to list your griefs, discern your small share in God's redemptive work, and carry a single phrase of Scripture through the week. The goal isn't to escape reality; it's to live it with Emmanuel—fully God, fully human—beside you.If this speaks to you, follow the show, share it with a friend who needs rest, and leave a quick review to help others find this space. What burden are you ready to place on God's stronger shoulders today?Support the showBegin Your Heartlifter's Journey: Support the show: Your Donation Matters Leave a review and rate the podcast: WRITE A REVIEW Make a tax-deductible donation through Heartlift International Visit and subscribe to Heartlift Central on Substack. This is our new online meeting place for Heartlifters worldwide. Download the 2025 Advent Guide: The Great Glimmer Hunt Meet me on Instagram: @janellrardon

In this episode of The Heart of Friendship, Cecelia Curtis sits down with licensed therapist Cynthia Weary for an honest and heartfelt conversation about why the holidays feel heavy for so many women—and how we can better support ourselves and each other. Cynthia shares her powerful personal story, including loss, grief, divorce, and healing, and explains how those lived experiences shaped her calling to serve others through mental health work and faith. Together, Cecelia and Cynthia explore the emotional realities women face during the holidays, including grief, loneliness, family tension, and the pressure to “hold it all together.” If the holidays feel hard this year, please remember you're not alone. And, this episode is for you—and for anyone who wants to show up better for the women they love.

I take it that this is where we begin to know our Lord's shadow. He was at the first to us a refuge in time of trouble. Weary was the way, and great was the heat; our lips were parched, and our souls were fainting; we sought for shelter, and we found none; for we were in the wilderness of sin and condemnation, and who could bring us deliverance, or even hope? Then we cried unto the Lord in our trouble, and He led us to the Rock of ages, which of old was cleft for us. We saw our interposing Mediator coming between us and the fierce heat of justice, and we hailed the blessed screen. The Lord Jesus was unto us a covering for sin, and so a covert from wrath. The sense of divine displeasure, which had beaten upon our conscience, was removed by the removal of the sin itself, which we saw to be laid on Jesus, who in our place and stead endured its penalty.

In Week 3 of Advent, we turn to Isaiah 35 and discover that joy isn't reserved for the strong or the put-together—it's a gift God gives to the weary and fearful. As the Advent journey moves from hope to peace and now to joy, this episode explores what happens when the King comes near: barren places begin to bloom, weak hands find strength, fearful hearts gain courage, and broken lives begin to heal.Joy is not something we manufacture through better circumstances or stronger faith; it is the evidence of God's restoring presence. From deserts that sing to a highway God builds for His redeemed, Isaiah's vision reminds us that joy grows as we walk with Jesus. This episode invites you to receive joy right where you are, trust God's restoring work already underway, and rejoice in the promise that everlasting joy belongs to those the Lord is bringing home.Support the show

Christmas is often painted as a season of joy, peace, and celebration - but for many women, it feels heavy instead. If you're walking through grief, loneliness, disappointment, burnout, or overwhelm this Christmas, this episode is for you. In today's conversation, Carla offers gentle encouragement for the Christian woman who is struggling, reminding her that God does not ask for emotional performance - He offers His presence. Together, we'll explore how Christmas is not about perfection, but about Emmanuel - God with us - in the middle of our pain. You'll be reminded that your struggle does not mean your faith is weak, your questions do not offend God, and your weariness does not disqualify you from rest. Get on the waitlist for the next Rooted & Resilient cohort https://carla-arges.myflodesk.com/v6slser7rb  Did you know that Carla is a Christian Mental Health coach? See if working with her is what you need in your current season.  Book a discovery call today! Join Carla's Substack: https://substack.com/@carlaarges  GET YOUR FREE RENEWING YOUR MIND WORKBOOK HERE  

This week on the Companion Podcast, we're unwrapping the gift of rest — not as a reward for finishing everything, but as an act of trust in a sovereign God. From Genesis to Revelation, rest isn't optional or accidental; it's woven into creation, commanded in the Sabbath, modeled by Jesus, and promised for eternity.Evan, Jon, and Kasey talk about why rest feels so difficult, why we often confuse it with comfort or laziness, and how Jesus' invitation to “take My yoke” reframes rest as surrender, not escape. They explore Sabbath as rhythm rather than reward, how rest and running the race coexist, and what practical, grace-filled steps it looks like to actually receive the rest God offers.If slowing down feels irresponsible — or even impossible — this conversation may change the way you see rest altogether.

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When I led a ministry for moms of preschoolers, we hunted for an image to describe the unending demands that mothers experience. Changing diapers. Wiping noses. Picking up toys. It turns out the image was right in front of us: a disposable juice box, collapsed in on itself. Moms can feel like empty juice boxes. That ministry served moms by leading them to the Source of living water that can fill them to the full—Jesus. In John 7, Jesus went to the Festival of Tabernacles (v. 12), commemorating God’s provision during the Israelites’ wilderness wanderings. This festival included a water-pouring rite symbolizing the fruitfulness that only moisture produces and foreshadowed the spiritual rain the Messiah would bring. Jesus fulfills what the ancient festival anticipated. “Let anyone who is thirsty come to me and drink. Whoever believes in me, as Scripture has said, rivers of living water will flow from within them” (vv. 37-38). At times, we can feel like empty containers. Weary from caregiving. Worn from working. Exhausted by everyday responsibilities. The unending demands draw us dry! But when we live in relationship with God, He provides springs of living water within our heart to refresh and refuel us no matter how many cares and concerns try to drain us.

From our Advent series, "Glad Tidings". Pastor Mark teaches from Luke 2:1–20, sharing how the story of this Gospel is good news for the weary because Jesus brings peace, joy, and a fresh start.

Tunes: Donald MacDonald: A Jig, A Jig, “The 92nd Gordon Highlanders” Quickstep, Buachail Na Gobhar. Is Na Caroach “The Goat Herd”, Taladh, or the Nurse's Song, “Mackay's March” Quickstep, A Reel “The Flirting Brown maid”, Hurichum Harichim “72nd Highlanders”, A Jig “The Gown and Apron”, The Highland Laddie, The Haughs of Cromdale, Buain Ne Ronich, or the Weary maid, Lochial's Awa' To France Mr. Mitchell: I'll Gar Ye Be Fain to Follow Me Alan Ramsay: Song To the Tune of “I'll Gar ye be fain to follow me O'Farrell: Fain to Follow Me Donald MacDonald 1828: A Jig from Donald MacDonald https://digital.nls.uk/special-collections-of-printed-music/archive/105682880 +X+ 1828: A jig from Donald MacDonald https://digital.nls.uk/special-collections-of-printed-music/archive/105682902 +X+ 1828: “The 92nd Gordon Highlanders” Quickstep from Donald MacDonald https://digital.nls.uk/special-collections-of-printed-music/archive/105682913 +X+ 1828: Buachail Na Gobhar. Is Na Caroach “The Goat Herd” from Donald MacDonald https://digital.nls.uk/special-collections-of-printed-music/archive/105682924 +X+ 1828: Taladh, or the Nurse's Song from Donald MacDonald https://digital.nls.uk/special-collections-of-printed-music/archive/105682946 +X+ 1828: “Mackay's March” Quickstep from Donald MacDonald https://digital.nls.uk/special-collections-of-printed-music/archive/105682957 +X+ 1828: A Reel “The Flirting Brown maid” from Donald MacDonald https://digital.nls.uk/special-collections-of-printed-music/archive/105682968 +X+ 1828: Hurichum Harichim “72nd Highlanders” from Donald MacDonald https://digital.nls.uk/special-collections-of-printed-music/archive/105682968 +X+ 1828: A Jig “The Gown and Apron” from Donald McDonald https://digital.nls.uk/special-collections-of-printed-music/archive/105682990 +X+ 1828: The Highland Laddie, The Haughs of Cromdale, from Donald MacDonald https://digital.nls.uk/special-collections-of-printed-music/archive/105682990 +X+ 1828: Buain Ne Ronich, or the Weary maid, from Donald MacDonald https://digital.nls.uk/special-collections-of-printed-music/archive/105683012 +X+ 1828: Lochial's Awa' To France from Donald MacDonald https://digital.nls.uk/special-collections-of-printed-music/archive/105683012 +X+X+ I'll Gar ye be Fain to Follow Me 1828: “I'll Make you be Fain to Follow me” A Jig, “Donachd Head” A Jig from Donald MacDonald https://digital.nls.uk/special-collections-of-printed-music/archive/105682891 +X+ 1731: I'll Gar Ye Be Fain to Follow Me from Mr. Mitchell's The Highland Fair, or Union of the Clans: https://archive.org/details/bimeighteenth-centurythe-highland-fair-or-umitchell-mr-joseph1731/page/51/mode/2up +X+ 1740: Song To the Tune of “I'll Gar ye be fain to follow me from Alan Ramsay's Tea Table Miscellany Vol 2 https://archive.org/details/teatablemiscella03rams/page/133/mode/1up +X+ 1806ish: Fain to Follow Me from O'Farrell https://archive.org/details/ofarrellspocketc00rugg/page/56/mode/1up +X+ FIN Here are some ways you can support the show: You can support the Podcast by joining the Patreon page at https://www.patreon.com/wetootwaag You can also take a minute to leave a review of the podcast if you listen on Itunes! Tell your piping and history friends about the podcast! Checkout my Merch Store on Bagpipeswag: https://www.bagpipeswag.com/wetootwaag You can also support me by Buying my Albums on Bandcamp: https://jeremykingsbury.bandcamp.com/ You can now buy physical CDs of my albums using this Kunaki link: https://kunaki.com/msales.asp?PublisherId=166528&pp=1 You can just send me an email at wetootwaag@gmail.com letting me know what you thought of the episode! Listener mail keeps me going! Finally I have some other support options here: https://www.wetootwaag.com/support Thanks! Listen on Itunes/Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wetootwaags-bagpipe-and-history-podcast/id129776677 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5QxzqrSm0pu6v8y8pLsv5j?si=QLiG0L1pT1eu7B5_FDmgGA

Send us a textChristians have been starting their mornings this way for over 1,600 years.Today's Advent devotion features a morning song written by St Ambrose (340 AD) — a bishop of Milan whose words were described as “sweet as honey to the soul.”This ancient hymn walks us through darkness to light, repentance to renewal, and ends where all Christian worship should — with praise to the triune God.As Christmas approaches, this devotion invites us to place Christ first on our lips, first in our thoughts, and first in our day.

This week, Avi shares the pathophysiology behind an important question: Why can't people with familial fatal insomnia fall asleep? Click here to obtain AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ (0.5 hours), Non-Physician Attendance (0.5 hours), or ABIM MOC Part 2 (0.5 hours). Audio edited by Clair Morgan of Nodderly.com. Resident Giancarlo Buonomo and medical student Millennium Manna are our producers.

Journalist and author Peter FitzSimons returns to the show to talk about a murder mystery that surrounded one of Earnest 'Weary' Dunlop's best friends. More about Peter's book at: https://www.hachette.com.au/peter-fitzsimons/ Subscribe to Crime X+ to hear episodes early and ad free, unlock bonus content and access our slate of award-winning true crime podcasts. Have a question for one of our Q+A shows? ask it at: lifeandcrimes@news.com.auLike the show? Get more at https://heraldsun.com.au/andrewruleAdvertising enquiries: newspodcastssold@news.com.au Crimestoppers: https://crimestoppers.com.au/ If you or anyone you know needs helpLifeline: 13 11 14Beyond Blue: 1300 22 4636Kids Helpline: 1800 55 1800See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Classic Christmas carols speak of a weary world rejoicing, yet Scripture reminds us that our world is still deeply broken.

A Declaration for the Weary • Friday Service Website: www.toddcoconato.com | www.pastortodd.org To give and support this ministry and these broadcasts: www.toddcoconato.com/give 1. Isaiah 49:16 “See, I have inscribed you on the palms of My hands; your walls are continually before Me.” 2. Psalm 56:8 “You number my wanderings; put my tears into Your bottle; are they not in Your book?” 3. Galatians 6:9 “And let us not grow weary while doing good, for in due season we shall reap if we do not lose heart.” 4. Isaiah 54:17 “No weapon formed against you shall prosper, and every tongue which rises against you in judgment you shall condemn. This is the heritage of the servants of the Lord, and their righteousness is from Me,” says the Lord.” 5. Ezekiel 37:4–5 “Again He said to me, ‘Prophesy to these bones, and say to them, O dry bones, hear the word of the Lord! Thus says the Lord God to these bones: Surely I will cause breath to enter into you, and you shall live.'” 6. Isaiah 61:3 “To console those who mourn in Zion, to give them beauty for ashes, the oil of joy for mourning, the garment of praise for the spirit of heaviness; that they may be called trees of righteousness, the planting of the Lord, that He may be glorified.” 7. Psalm 23:4 “Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil; for You are with me; Your rod and Your staff, they comfort me.” 8. Jeremiah 29:11 “For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, says the Lord, thoughts of peace and not of evil, to give you a future and a hope.” 9. Haggai 2:9 “‘The glory of this latter temple shall be greater than the former,' says the Lord of hosts. ‘And in this place I will give peace,' says the Lord of hosts.” 10. Philippians 1:6 “Being confident of this very thing, that He who has begun a good work in you will complete it until the day of Jesus Christ.”

Strength for the Weary Heart: Finding Rest This Christmas Host Angel Santana reflects on holiday weariness, sharing scripture and a personal moment of exhaustion that led to renewed hope. He explores Isaiah 40:29, Matthew 11:28, and 2 Corinthians 12:9 to remind listeners that God gives strength in weakness. The episode offers gentle encouragement, a short prayer for the tired, and a preview of the next installment in the Christmas Hope Week.

Description:Today we're talking to someone whose work really hits right where we live this year — in that messy middle space where you know you need joy, but you're not totally sure how to find your way back to it. Sarah Catherine “SC” Perot created Styles of Joy, which is genuinely one of the most grounding, practical, soul-forward frameworks we've encountered in a long time.  SC is an author, speaker, Vanderbilt professor, and self-proclaimed joy enthusiast whose work explores how we reclaim joy in seasons of transition, loss, rebuilding, and reinvention. Her debut book blends personal storytelling, cultural observation, and her CAPS Framework—Cultivate, Adopt, Protect, and Spread—a blueprint for understanding how joy works in us, around us, and through us. In this conversation, we talk about reclaiming joy after difficult seasons, the identity shifts that come with major life transitions, the science and soulfulness of joy, and why small, daily practices matter more than we think. SC brings brilliance, compassion, and practicality to a topic that often feels elusive, reminding us that joy isn't something we “earn” — it's something we can cultivate and choose, even in the midst of imperfect lives. If you've been craving a reset, a reorientation, or just a little more light in your day, this episode is a beautiful place to begin. Thought-provoking Quotes: “Music is like a scent that can transport us back in time. We have so many memories bookmarked in our heads.” – SC Perot “Joy can meet us in our quiet moments. It can meet us at a concert in a room full of people drowned in confetti. And it can meet us anywhere in between.” – SC Perot “The heat I was getting in my DMs, people are saying, have you lost your mind? You used to be on the straight and narrow. What has happened to you? What is with the feather boas?” – SC Perot “If we know we can tee ourselves up for productivity and if we know we can tee ourselves up for healthy decision making, why would we also not give joy a shot first thing in the morning?” – SC Perot “Joy can start small, just as hope does.” – SC Perot Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Styles of Joy: A Feel-Good Framework for Rediscovering Joy (with a Twist!) by SC Perot – https://amzn.to/48yUooy Harry Styles – https://www.hstyles.co.uk/ The Joy Hotline – https://www.scperot.com/joy-hotline/ Make Your Bed: Little Things That Can Change Your Life...And Maybe the World by Admiral William H. McRaven – https://amzn.to/4oC3iYK Unlocking the Secrets of Consciousness and Telepathy: Ky Dickens and The Telepathy Tapes - https://jenhatmaker.com/podcasts/series-64/unlocking-the-secrets-of-consciousness-and-telepathy-ky-dickens-and-the-telepathy-tapes/ Jen Hatmaker | Advent Week One: The Light of Hope – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Obh3zvna-ng Elizabeth Gilbert Oprah show botox post on Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/p/CCyHEtZh8DG/ Tom Holland “Umbrella” Lip Sync Battle – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jPCJIB1f7jk The Guardian | I tried some hacks to make my phone less appealing. It got existential – https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2024/jan/15/phone-addiction-cut-screen-time-diary Catherine Shannon Substack | Everyone is Numbing Out –  https://catherineshannon.substack.com/p/everyone-is-numbing-out This Is Not a Book About Benedict Cumberbatch: The Joy of Loving Something--Anything--Like Your Life Depends On It by Tabatha Carvan – https://amzn.to/4pora36 Guest's Links: Website - https://www.scperot.com/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/scperot/ Substack - https://substack.com/@scperot Connect with Jen!Jen's Website - https://jenhatmaker.com/ Jen's Instagram - https://instagram.com/jenhatmakerJen's Twitter - https://twitter.com/jenHatmaker/ Jen's Facebook - https://facebook.com/jenhatmakerJen's YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/user/JenHatmaker The For the Love Podcast is presented by Audacy.  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jesus offers us a consolation and peace that we cannot find anywhere else in the world. (Lectionary #183) December 10, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

We're beginning our Christmas series, The Thrill of Hope, by looking at what happens when a weary world encounters a God who restores hope. If you've ever felt tired, discouraged, or stuck in a season that hasn't changed, this message is for you. Through the story of Zechariah and Elizabeth, we see that God meets us in our waiting, strengthens us in our weariness, and fills us with a hope that doesn't just comfort us-it abounds and outflanks the very things trying to defeat us. Today, Jesus invites every weary heart to come to Him and find rest, renewal, and the thrill of real, supernatural hope. At In Focus Church, love God, love people and reach the world with God's love is more than a mission statement, it is how we want to live. We want to boldly share the love of Jesus with others. We hope you will want to be a part of what God is doing in and through IFC as we continue to be a church that displays the gospel through how we love one another and the world around us, as Christ loved us first. Along with a powerful time in the Word of God, we will also be able to worship God wholeheartedly as He deserves. Whether you join us in person or online, we look forward to worshiping with you! And if you are coming on Sunday, bring someone with you! God is about to do some more miracles!

Acclaimed journalist and author Peter FitzSimons joins the show to talk about his new book that chronicles the life of war hero Earnest 'Weary' Dunlop. More about Peter's book at: https://www.hachette.com.au/peter-fitzsimons/ Subscribe to Crime X+ to hear episodes early and ad free, unlock bonus content and access our slate of award-winning true crime podcasts Have a question for one of our Q+A shows? ask it at: lifeandcrimes@news.com.au Like the show? Get more at https://heraldsun.com.au/andrewruleAdvertising enquiries: newspodcastssold@news.com.au Crimestoppers: https://crimestoppers.com.au/ If you or anyone you know needs helpLifeline: 13 11 14Beyond Blue: 1300 22 4636Kids Helpline: 1800 55 1800See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.