God has been reminding me of the power of our spoken words this week.  The power of His Word.  He spoke and it was.  God said everything, and it was good.  So this episode is a different turn.  I hope you will listen - it is simple enough.  God spoke and I wrote.  This episode contains three poems: Start  /  Removed & Free  /  Mine

Genesis 1:31 God saw everything he had made: it was supremely good.

Worship:  'Into the Sky', by Jason Upton  (originally written with his young son)

Breath Prayer:  God spoke my name (Breathe In), I am safe in Him (Breathe Out)

In the beginning….was darkness. In the beginning…was nothing. There is so much in our world now it’s hard to conceive of the minimalist living a few hundred years ago, let alone nothing.  In the beginning earth was formless and the Spirit of God was hovering.  The Spirit of God has hovered over your life, over your story, and declared that you are good.

Worship:  'Peace Be Still' by Julie True  (Let this wash over you again and again this week!)

Prayer:  (Breathe In) He is my beginning, (Breathe Out) and it is good.

Here's a short Christmas story for you, as we lean into His story tonight.  I pray your Christmas is full and that your hearts are overflowing with His love and compassion this holiday season.  Merry Christmas!

Worship:  The First Noel, by The Hound and the Fox

Breath Prayer:  (Breathe In) My God is in the whisper, (Breathe Out) And in the silent night.

Since we all have to wait, what does your waiting look like? What does it produce? What does it reflect? Those are what I want to know. Those are the questions I have asked myself over the years. And the lacking responses I had to transparently give led me to aim for something different the next time, and the time after that. And when you ask, Holy Spirit has no qualms about pointing out the moments you could have done it better.

Take a moment, wait in worship with ‘Waiting Here for You’ by Christy Nockels: https://youtu.be/Xy9jRA3K2SI

Breath Prayer: (In) In the silent of the night, (out) You birth a holy night.

What is your trust with God like?  Many of us, at one time or another, can feel like that trust has been broken.  I can recall distinctly a time when it felt like it shattered violently.  I believed I had trusted Him, despite fears, doubts and circumstances, and He had betrayed me.  Let's pause a moment today and talk about trust.  Don't forget to review the podcast and share your thoughts on our Facebook page!

Worship: Toby Mac, ‘I Just Need You’ – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4wNpOeakhEM

Prayer: (Breathe in) Lord, help my unbelief, (Breathe Out), my trust is in You.

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This week we are settling in together for storytime!  Take a listen to this wonderful children's parable by Neale Donald Walsch and let the Holy Spirit catch you by unawares.  God speaks to us in surprising ways!  Join me for 'The Little Soul and the Sun.'

Breath Prayer:  Who I am (inhale)........is safe in You (exhale).

Worship:  'Into the Sky,' by Jason Upton - https://youtu.be/MoaeVHIwzOQ

We all have our weaknesses. We all have our strengths. We all have areas we struggle through.  My name is Megan, and I struggle with anxiety. Before and after being saved, I have wrestled with this and walked through stages of healing.  When I am weak, He is strong. And though God has not taken this struggle from me, He equips me.  Do you have a first aid kit for your heart?

Breath Prayer: Jesus (Inhale)…..you are with me (Exhale).

Worship: ‘Through and Through,’ United Pursuit, feat. Will Regan: https://youtu.be/5Y7h6K13z0I

Psalm 139:5 says, "You hem me in, behind and before, and lay your hand upon me."

So simple and so rich. I love passages like these that are simple truth, that I don’t wonder about interpreting. We can’t misunderstand Him here. To be hemmed in is to be surrounded. And He lays His hand upon you. He touches you.

Scripture: Psalm 139:5 You hem me in, behind and before, and lay your hand upon me.

Worship:  Megan Pifer, Be the Grace - https://youtu.be/gfLFbfXmN_I

Breath Prayer: (In) Father heal me (Out) body, mind and spirit. Amen.

Does God’s sovereignty give you peace or does it make you cringe?  In this short episode we're going to explore what scripture has to tell us about God's sovereignty and then connect that on a personal level.  After all, He is your sovereign.  Don't forget to check out the prayer and worship section below afterward.

Prayer: Prayer of St. Francis - https://www.loyolapress.com/catholic-resources/prayer/traditional-catholic-prayers/saints-prayers/peace-prayer-of-saint-francis/

Worship: ‘All Creatures of Our God & King’, by All Sons & Daughters - https://youtu.be/9tevVTnYvss

Welcome!  Here's just a glimpse into the heart behind Faith Like Jasmine.  Have you ever smelled blooming jasmine? It is enticing and unmistakable. 2 Corinthians 2:15 says, "As far as God is concerned there is a sweet, wholesome fragrance in our lives. It is the fragrance of Christ within us, an aroma to both the saved and the unsaved all around us."