Seasons By the Well: Advent and Lent Reflection and Meditation

Welcome to "Seasons By the Well: Lenten Reflections".

Join me with through daily prayer, meditation and reflections through this Lenten season. Take time to prepare yourself for the resurrection of our Lord Jesus, to carve out time in your busy schedule to take time during this season to become closer to God.

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Embark on a Christian journey of prayer, reflection, and genuine connection at "By the Well."

This journey together is inspired by the ancient practice of women gathering by the well: for community, fellowship and sometimes solitary reflection amid their daily tasks. Immerse yourself in meditations, thought-provoking reflections, and heartfelt conversations as we explore life's seasons with faith and authenticity.

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This Christmas Day will be the last daily episode for our Advent 2023 season.

Please take some time to reflect on the last 24 days, and ways you can continue implement the reflections and meditations we have experienced in your regular, daily routine.

Continue to subscribe and follow this podcast for follow-on meditations and reflections in the weeks to come.

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On this 24th day of Advent we light the 4th candle of the Advent Wreath, representing Love.

This Christmas Eve we reflect on the ultimate love of God that led Him to send His only Son for us.

Our reading is inspired by Luke 2:10-11.

If you have time, dedicate a few minutes to read the entire Chapter 24 of the Book of Luke today, the last Chapter.

On this 23rd day of Advent, I will talk about how God is calling us, amidst the storms of our life, to turn and focus on Him.

Thank you for joining me on these last days of this Advent journey.

Reflections will continue through past Advent, to be sure to continue to follow me here.

As well as pay attention for information on my new podcast that will launch in February 2024.

If you have time, dedicate a few minutes to read the entire Chapter 23 of the Book of Luke today.

As we get closer to Christmas, it is normal to get out of our daily routines. But how can we find joy in the in unexpected, out-of-the-ordinary moments that break the routine of our daily lives?

If you have time, dedicate a few minutes to read the entire Chapter 22 of the Book of Luke today.

On this 21st day of Advent, let us reflect on the "messy", finding joy in the imperfect, embracing the messy parts of our lives, and recognizing that God meets us right where we are.

If you have time, dedicate a few minutes to read the entire Chapter 21 of the Book of Luke today.

On this 20th day of Advent, let us reflect on the role of traditions, rituals, and celebrations in bringing joy to our lives, especially during this holiday season.

Today's reading is from Luke 2:19.

If you have time, dedicate a few minutes to read the entire Chapter 20 of the Book of Luke today.

Today we reflect on the various ways we can generously give of ourselves to God, family, and friends.

Today's reading comes from Luke 6:38.

If you have time, dedicate a few minutes to read the entire Chapter 18 of the Book of Luke today.

Monday, this 18th day of Advent, we will reflect on finding joy in the small moments and things around us daily.

I recommend to take advantage of your own personal journey this Advent to start a Gratitude Journal, the practice of writing down 3 things you are grateful for daily.

Today's reading comes from Luke 12:22-24.

If you have time, dedicate a few minutes to read the entire Chapter 18 of the Book of Luke today.