Matthew 7:24

This meditation from Matthew 7 is a reflection of our longing for permanence and find a firm foundation found only in the offering of God.

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When has God recently provided a firm foundation in shaky times?

Psalm 127:1

Our theme for this meditation from Psalm 127 is fairness, justice, and recognizing the sovereign blessings of God in your life, even when life doesn't seem fair.

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How do you respond when life isn't fair?

Matthew 4:4

This meditation from Matthew 4:4 reflects on turning from the fleeting fragrance of the world to a reliance on the eternal provision of God. I pray that you would depend not on earthly bread but on Divine care.

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How are you reminded of God's provision through his word?

Hebrews 11:6

This meditation from Hebrews 11 is about faith-- not the mustering up of new faith, but discovering the courage you seek is already within you. Faith is a gift from God.

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Is there a time when doubt has blocked you from experiencing trust?

Habakkuk 3:17-18

This meditation from Habakkuk 3 is about remembering to be joyful, especially in the face of personal disappointment. I pray it brings you peace in your times of discontent.

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Can you remember a time when you experienced joy despite disappointment?

Breathing the Jesus Prayer:

In the New Testament, Pneuma is the Greek word for the breath of God. It means Spirit and wind.

"And God breathed on me and said, "Receive the Holy Spirit. God breathes out all Scripture. He gives me life and breath and everything." (John 20; 2 Tim 3; Acts 17)

Psalm 46:10. Have you ever heard a little bell on a cat's collar? Or on one of your favorite toys? Or perhaps a little bell on a gate or door?

Well, we are going to play a game to help you learn to be still by listening to the sound of a bell.

Colossians 3:2-4

I want to tell you a story. A story about the weather. But not the kind of weather that you see out of your window. This is a story about the weather in your head. And how to keep your thoughts on the things of heaven.

Luke 10:25-37. The Bible tells us that God loves us and wants us to be safe, loved, and cared for. But sometimes we feel hurt, don't we? This is a story from the Bible of someone that got hurt and how God brought someone to care for him.