Lord, I don’t just want to speak wisely—I want to live wisely.

In today's podcast, I talk about James 3:13.

After listening to further reflect, you might want to think about:

1. What does humility look like in your life right now?
   
2. When have you seen wisdom expressed through someone’s quiet example?
3. Is there a situation where you’re being invited to respond with gentleness rather than pride?

In this episode, I speak about John 19:25–34, where Mary was losing her son — yet Jesus gives her a new son. John was losing his teacher — and he gains a mother. God is constantly weaving love through loss.

After listening for further reflection, here is a journal prompt:

🙏🏻 What am I clinging to at the foot of my own cross? Reflect on a time of pain. What did God reveal or offer in the midst of it?

Today, we're reflecting on John 7:37-39 and wonder are you trying to quench your thirst with things that don't satisfy?

After listening, if you'd like to reflect more, you may journal on the following:

1. ​ What am I truly thirsty for right now?
2. ​ Where have I been seeking refreshment that leaves me dry?

Today’s reading comes from Acts 25:13b–21, a passage that may seem like just a historical account of Paul’s trial, but if we look closer, it speaks to something deeply personal: standing firm in the truth even when others don’t understand or believe it.

If you want to delve further, here are some journal prompts to reflect on:

• Think of a time you felt unfairly judged or misunderstood. How did you respond? Were you tempted to explain yourself endlessly? Or maybe you stayed quiet but carried the hurt?

In Acts 1:4-5, we learn about the importance of waiting.

After reading, if you want to dive deeper, here are some journal prompts to pause and reflect:

1. What am I currently waiting for in my life or faith?

2. How can I stay faithful and open during the waiting and not get distracted or discouraged?

3. What does it look like to "wait with expectation" instead of anxiety?

In Acts 20:28–38, Paul emphasizes the importance of guarding the flock.

After listening, if you'd like a deeper connection, you can reflect on these prompts:

• Who are the spiritual shepherds in your life, and what have they taught you?

• How are you “keeping watch” over your heart, your faith, and those entrusted to you?

In John 17:1-11, Jesus prays for Himself and His disciples.

After you listen, you can use these prompts for deeper reflection:

1. Where in your life do you feel you need His protection the most?

2. How can you live "set apart" without withdrawing from the world?

Let’s use this in-between time to lean in, listen deeply, and get ready. Because the Holy Spirit is coming—not just once a year at Pentecost, but daily—to those who make room for Him.

If you’ve been longing to grow deeper in your faith, today’s message from Acts 19:1–8 is for you.

Today we’re reflecting on Luke 24:46–53, the beautiful account of Jesus' Ascension into heaven. It's a goodbye scene but also a new beginning.