Journey With Prayer

Differently Wired | Bipolar in Community With Guest Jadon

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Psalm 34:17-19

ESV (English Standard Version)

When the righteous cry for help, the Lord hears and delivers them out of all their troubles. The Lord is near to the brokenhearted and saves the crushed in spirit. Many are the afflictions of the righteous, but the Lord delivers him out of them all.

NLT (New Living Translation)

The Lord hears his people when they call to him for help. He rescues them from all their troubles. The Lord is close to the brokenhearted; he rescues those whose spirits are crushed. The righteous person faces many troubles, but the Lord comes to the rescue each time.

NIV (New International Version)

The righteous cry out, and the Lord hears them; he delivers them from all their troubles. The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit. The righteous person may have many troubles, but the Lord delivers him from them all.

"How can I reflect God’s closeness and support to someone facing mental health challenges this week?"

Reflect

• Contemplate on Psalm 34:17-19.
• Meditate on how you can embody God’s presence and support in the lives of others.
• Consider what it means to be near to the brokenhearted and to rescue those whose spirits are crushed.

Engage

• Reach out to someone in your community or church who might be facing mental health struggles.
• Offer them your genuine support and be there to listen without judgment.

Pray

1. Pray for individuals who are currently battling with mental health challenges.
2. Pray for our communities and churches to be compassionate and supportive environments.
3. Pray for transformation within ourselves to become advocates for mental health and reflect God’s love and care.

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Differently Wired | Autism in Community With Harold Park

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Ephesians 4:2-6

ESV (English Standard Version)

"With all humility and gentleness, with patience, bearing with one another in love, eager to maintain the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace. There is one body and one Spirit—just as you were called to the one hope that belongs to your call—one Lord, one faith, one baptism, one God and Father of all, who is over all and through all and in all."

NLT (New Living Translation)

"Always be humble and gentle. Be patient with each other, making allowance for each other’s faults because of your love. Make every effort to keep yourselves united in the Spirit, binding yourselves together with peace. For there is one body and one Spirit, just as you have been called to one glorious hope for the future. There is one Lord, one faith, one baptism, one God and Father of all, who is over all, in all, and living through all."

NIV (New International Version)

"Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love. Make every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace. There is one body and one Spirit, just as you were called to one hope when you were called; one Lord, one faith, one baptism; one God and Father of all, who is over all and through all and in all."

"How can I show humility and curiosity in my interactions with others this week, especially those who have different perspectives or experiences than mine?"

Reflect

• Meditate on Ephesians 4:2-3.
• Consider how you can embody humility, patience, and love in your relationships.

Engage

• Reach out to someone who may feel marginalized or misunderstood in your community or church.
• Offer them a listening ear or a word of encouragement.

Pray

1. Pray for individuals who may experience challenges due to differences.
2. Pray for increased understanding, empathy, and inclusion for yourself and for those in your community.
3. Pray for those who may feel marginalized or misunderstood, asking for comfort and strength to surround them.

Differently Wired in Community | Introduction With Guest, Corinne Thomas

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1 Corinthians 12:22-25

ESV (English Standard Version)

On the contrary, the parts of the body that seem to be weaker are indispensable, and on those parts of the body that we think less honorable we bestow the greater honor, and our unpresentable parts are treated with greater modesty, which our more presentable parts do not require. But God has so composed the body, giving greater honor to the part that lacked it, that there may be no division in the body, but that the members may have the same care for one another.

NLT (New Living Translation)

In fact, some parts of the body that seem weakest and least important are actually the most necessary. And the parts we regard as less honorable are those we clothe with the greatest care. So we carefully protect those parts that should not be seen, while the more honorable parts do not require this special care. So God has put the body together such that extra honor and care are given to those parts that have less dignity. This makes for harmony among the members, so that all the members care for each other.

NIV (New International Version)

On the contrary, those parts of the body that seem to be weaker are indispensable, and the parts that we think are less honorable we treat with special honor. And the parts that are unpresentable are treated with special modesty, while our presentable parts need no special treatment. But God has put the body together, giving greater honor to the parts that lacked it, so that there should be no division in the body, but that its parts should have equal concern for each other.

How am I contributing to a culture of inclusivity and belonging within my community or church? Do I recognize and honour the unique gifts of every individual, especially those who might be differently wired?

Reflect

• Meditate on 1st Corinthians 12:22-25 and journal about its application to your community and personal interactions.

Engage

• Identify someone who might feel marginalized or overlooked and reach out to them with intentionality to learn about their unique gifts and contributions.

Pray

• Pray for God to open your eyes to see the unique value and gifts in every individual, especially those who are differently wired.
• Pray for your church community to grow in inclusivity, fostering environments of felt safety and belonging for everyone.
• Pray that God will transform your heart to be more loving, courageous, and proactive in creating spaces where all can thrive and participate fully.

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Chosen and Cherished: Adoption and Belonging

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English Standard Version

For you formed my inward parts;

you knitted me together in my mother's womb.

I praise you, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made.

Wonderful are your works;

my soul knows it very well.

New Living Translation

You made all the delicate, inner parts of my body

and knit me together in my mother’s womb.

14 Thank you for making me so wonderfully complex!

Your workmanship is marvelous—how well I know it.

New International Version

For you created my inmost being;

you knit me together in my mother’s womb.

I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made;

your works are wonderful,

I know that full well.

Reflect

• On your unique identity as God's creation.
• Journal about how you are fearfully and wonderfully made, considering the aspects of yourself that you might have struggled to accept.
• Let Psalm 139 anchor your thoughts as you acknowledge God’s intentionality in forming you.

Engage:

• Step out of your comfort zone and engage with someone who might feel like the oddball.
• This could be a person in your church, neighbourhood, or workplace.
• Offer them genuine affirmation and remind them of their value.
• Initiate a conversation or do something kind to help them feel accepted and loved.

Pray

1. Pray for individuals who feel like they do not belong, that they may find communities that embrace and affirm their uniqueness.
2. Pray for societal transformation, asking God to dismantle prejudices and biases, opening hearts to true inclusivity and love.
3. Pray for personal transformation, asking God to reveal any areas in your own heart where you might harbour prejudice or exclusion and to fill you with his love and acceptance for all people.

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Fatih Amidst The Frantic

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Romans 5:2-5

English Standard Version:

"Through him we have also obtained access by faith into this grace in which we stand, and we rejoice in hope of the glory of God. Not only that, but we rejoice in our sufferings, knowing that suffering produces endurance, and endurance produces character, and character produces hope, and hope does not put us to shame, because God's love has been poured into our hearts through the Holy Spirit who has been given to us."

New Living Translation:

"Because of our faith, Christ has brought us into this place of undeserved privilege where we now stand, and we confidently and joyfully look forward to sharing God’s glory. We can rejoice, too, when we run into problems and trials, for we know that they help us develop endurance. And endurance develops strength of character, and character strengthens our confident hope of salvation. And this hope will not lead to disappointment. For we know how dearly God loves us, because he has given us the Holy Spirit to fill our hearts with his love."

New International Version:

"Through whom we have gained access by faith into this grace in which we now stand. And we boast in the hope of the glory of God. Not only so, but we also glory in our sufferings, because we know that suffering produces perseverance; perseverance, character; and character, hope. And hope does not put us to shame, because God’s love has been poured out into our hearts through the Holy Spirit, who has been given to us."

Reflect

• Spend time reflecting on Romans 5:2-5
• Consider areas in your life that are challenging and how God might use these situations to develop endurance, character, and hope in you.

Engage

• Reach out to support a community member or friend undergoing a tough time
• Consider acts of kindness such as sending an encouraging note, organizing community support, or simply listening to make a big difference.

• Pray for those experiencing suffering, that they may find peace and comfort from God and endure towards a hopeful outcome.
• Pray for church and community leaders for wisdom to effectively support and guide those who are suffering around them.
• Ask God to transform your own heart through your experiences and sufferings, cultivating a deeper character and steadfast hope that can encourage others.

Faith Amidst the Frantic: How Do Mothers Juggle Chaos with Grace?

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Road Tripping With Care Ninjas: Faith, Film & Thrifting

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Zechariah 4:10

English Standard Version (ESV)

"For whoever has despised the day of small things shall rejoice, and shall see the plumb line in the hand of Zerubbabel. These seven are the eyes of the LORD, which range through the whole earth."

New Living Translation (NLT)

"Do not despise these small beginnings, for the LORD rejoices to see the work begin, to see the plumb line in Zerubbabel’s hand. (The seven lamps represent the eyes of the LORD that search all around the world.)"

New International Version (NIV)

"Who dares despise the day of small things, since the seven eyes of the LORD that range throughout the earth will rejoice when they see the chosen capstone in the hand of Zerubbabel?"

Reflect

• Spend time reflecting on Zechariah 4:10.
• Consider areas in your life or community work where small starts may have been overlooked or undervalued.
• Recognize the potential in these small beginnings.

Engage

• Initiate or join a small project or ministry.
• Document the journey, noting how small actions can lead to larger impacts.
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1. Pray for insight to recognize the value in small beginnings around you and within your own initiatives.
2. Seek God's guidance to nurture and invest in these starts.
3. Contribute positively, celebrating small victories as part of God's big picture.
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Final JeoPARTY | Behind the Mic Part 3 with Johan & Wendi

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ESV

"He has told you, O man, what is good; and what does the LORD require of you but to do justice, and to love kindness, and to walk humbly with your God?"

NLT

'No, O people, the LORD has told you what is good, and this is what he requires of you: to do what is right, to love mercy, and to walk humbly with your God.'"

NIV

"He has shown you, O mortal, what is good. And what does the LORD require of you? To act justly and to love mercy and to walk humbly with your God."

Reflect

• Spend quiet time pondering Micah 6:8.
• Consider how you can better practice justice, kindness, and humility in your daily life.
• Think about instances where you could've responded differently and how to embody these values moving forward.

Engage

• Perform one simple act of kindness each day this week.

Pray:

1. Pray for the strength and vision to see justice and love as daily actions and for opportunities to demonstrate them in your community.
2. Pray for leaders in community work to find encouragement and that their efforts lead to compassionate outcomes.
3. Pray for personal transformation and a heart that is attentive to the needs around you, and for humility to learn from each

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Double JeoPARTY | Behind the Mic Part 2

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English Standard Version (ESV)

And let us consider how to stir up one another to love and good works, not neglecting to meet together, as is the habit of some, but encouraging one another, and all the more as you see the Day drawing near.

New Living Translation (NLT)

Let us think of ways to motivate one another to acts of love and good works. And let us not neglect our meeting together, as some people do, but encourage one another, especially now that the day of his return is drawing near.

New International Version (NIV)

And let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good works, not giving up meeting together, as some are in the habit of doing, but encouraging one another—and all the more as you see the Day approaching.

Reflect

• Reflect on Hebrews 10:24-25.
• Consider how you might stir up love and good works within your community.
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Engage

• Join or initiate a community gathering.
• Practice encouragement and support one another, whether it's sharing a meal, serving together, or meeting to discuss life's journeys in faith.

Pray:

1. Pray for those who are seeking community, that they may find a welcoming place to grow in love and friendship.
2. Ask God to help us recognize opportunities to encourage others in their faith and to act boldly in seizing those moments.
3. Pray for personal transformation, that we would be more like Jesus in our interactions, showcasing his heart for people and serving as agents of healing and peace in our

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JeoPARTY | Behind the Mic

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Philippians 2:1-3

ESV (as mentioned in the transcript):

"So if there is any encouragement in Christ, any comfort from love, any participation in the Spirit, any affection and sympathy, complete my joy by being of the same mind, having the same love, being in full accord and of one mind. Do nothing from selfish ambition or conceit, but in humility count others more significant than yourselves."

NLT

"Is there any encouragement from belonging to Christ? Any comfort from his love? Any fellowship together in the Spirit? Are your hearts tender and compassionate? Then make me truly happy by agreeing wholeheartedly with each other, loving one another, and working together with one mind and purpose. Don’t be selfish; don’t try to impress others. Be humble, thinking of others as better than yourselves."

NIV

"Therefore if you have any encouragement from being united with Christ, any comfort from his love, any common sharing in the Spirit, any tenderness and compassion, then make my joy complete by being like-minded, having the same love, being one in spirit and of one mind. Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility value others above yourselves,"

Reflect

• Meditate on Philippians 2:1-3
• Consider ways to embody humility and unity in interactions with others (at home, workplace, community)

Engage

• Reach out to someone in your community or faith circle
• Offer a listening ear
• Share your journey of purpose
• Encourage one another in individual and shared journeys

Pray

1. Pray for a deeper sense of community within your church or faith group.
2. Ask God to help you see others, especially challenging individuals, with His perspective and serve them with Christ-like humility.
3. Invite God to continue transforming your heart to live with purpose and intentionality, reflecting His love and grace.

Leading Differently Together | APEST Finale

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1 Peter 4:10-11

English Standard Version

"As each has received a gift, use it to serve one another, as good stewards of God's varied grace: whoever speaks, as one who speaks oracles of God; whoever serves, as one who serves by the strength that God supplies—in order that in everything God may be glorified through Jesus Christ. To him belong glory and dominion forever and ever. Amen."

New Living Translation

"God has given each of you a gift from his great variety of spiritual gifts. Use them well to serve one another. Do you have the gift of speaking? Then speak as though God himself were speaking through you. Do you have the gift of helping others? Do it with all the strength and energy that God supplies. Then everything you do will bring glory to God through Jesus Christ. All glory and power to him forever and ever! Amen."

New International Version

"Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God’s grace in its various forms. If anyone speaks, they should do so as one who speaks the very words of God. If anyone serves, they should do so with the strength God provides, so that in all things God may be praised through Jesus Christ. To him be the glory and the power for ever and ever. Amen."

• Reflect on 1st Peter 4:10-11 and the gifts God has granted you, and how they can be used to serve others in a stewardship that reflects God's grace.
• Engage: Actively seek out opportunities within your church or local community to employ your gifts and service, or find someone that needs a listening ear and allow the Holy Spirit to work through you and the gifts He has given you.

1. Pray for a heart eager to serve and the ability to recognize how your individual gifts can contribute towards the good of others in your community.
2. Pray for church leaders and members alike that they may be inspired to operate in their gifts with the primary goal of glorifying Jesus in all things.
3. Seek a personal transformation

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