 Today, as we complete Season 7 of The Daily Still Podcast, we offer you space to ponder and rediscover Christ’s presence in your life as we reflect upon our continuing journey of faith.   In Luke 24 we read the story of two disciples walking along the road together discussing Jesus’ death and questioning what they believed. Then a divine encounter occurs. Jesus appears and begins walking with them, but they don’t know who he is. In this story, we are reminded that Jesus walks with us in our doubts too.    If Jesus was to join you on the road, what questions would you have for Him?   We invite you to find a quiet place, as you imagine walking down the street with Jesus, discussing your faith and questions.   "Didn’t our hearts burn within us as he walked with us on the road?" Luke 24:32 NLT  "Come to me with your ears wide open. Listen, and you will find life." Isaiah 55:3 NLT   May you walk through each day with your eyes and ears wide open to Divine encounters on your journey.

Today, as we complete Season 7 of The Daily Still Podcast, we offer you space to ponder and rediscover Christ’s presence in your life as we reflect upon our continuing journey of faith. In Luke 24 we read the story of two disciples walking along the road together discussing Jesus’ death and questioning what they believed. Then a divine encounter occurs. Jesus appears and begins walking with them, but they don’t know who he is. In this story, we are reminded that Jesus walks with us in our doubts too.  If Jesus was to join you on the road, what questions would you have for Him? We invite you to find a quiet place, as you imagine walking down the street with Jesus, discussing your faith and questions. "Didn’t our hearts burn within us as he walked with us on the road?" Luke 24:32 NLT "Come to me with your ears wide open. Listen, and you will find life." Isaiah 55:3 NLT May you walk through each day with your eyes and ears wide open to Divine encounters on your journey.

Faith and Questions

 In the Church calendar, the time from the Monday after Pentecost until the first Sunday of Advent is called ordinary time. We can look at this season as a time of living out our faith in the ordinary or routine moments of life.   Today we look at a familiar story in Mark 16 where three women are going to the tomb to anoint Jesus’ body. An angel greets them saying, “You are looking for Jesus of Nazareth. He isn’t here. He is risen from the dead! Now go and tell his disciples… including Peter.” The special mention of “Peter” by name is so important. In the ordinary days that followed, perhaps the disciples doubted that Peter, or any of them, could still be called disciples after denying and doubting Jesus.    In living out our faith in ordinary and routine days, we will face doubt. But there’s this beautiful invitation inviting us back into relationship with the One who pursues us on our pathway of faith.

In the Church calendar, the time from the Monday after Pentecost until the first Sunday of Advent is called ordinary time. We can look at this season as a time of living out our faith in the ordinary or routine moments of life. Today we look at a familiar story in Mark 16 where three women are going to the tomb to anoint Jesus’ body. An angel greets them saying, “You are looking for Jesus of Nazareth. He isn’t here. He is risen from the dead! Now go and tell his disciples… including Peter.” The special mention of “Peter” by name is so important. In the ordinary days that followed, perhaps the disciples doubted that Peter, or any of them, could still be called disciples after denying and doubting Jesus.  In living out our faith in ordinary and routine days, we will face doubt. But there’s this beautiful invitation inviting us back into relationship with the One who pursues us on our pathway of faith.

Faith and Doubt

This week we come together as a faith community to focus on “Pentecost and The Breath of God” with a favorite encore guest meditation by our friend, Olly Ryder, from Plymouth, England. Olly is an Anglican priest and church planter.      Olly shares in his meditation that scripture tells us the breath or wind of God is a recurring picture of God’s Presence with us, through the Holy Spirit. In Genesis, God’s Spirit hovers over creation itself and God’s breath brings life into Adam. And the New Testament tells us God’s Spirit rests on Jesus throughout His life and ministry. The wind of God empowers the Church from the day of Pentecost. And it’s God’s breath that is available today to give life to you, and to me. We can be assured, when we invite God to fill us…He does.     Where has the air in the room of your soul gone stale? Where do you need the fresh wind of God’s Spirit to refresh you?     Breathe in Spiritual Air with each physical breath you take. Let the wind of God reach the hidden places of your heart. God’s Breath is available every moment of every day to put fresh wind in the sails of our souls.     Prayer: Breath of God, Holy Spirit, come breathe on us we pray.     Again Jesus said, “Peace be with you. As the Father has sent me, I am sending you. And with that he breathed on them and said, “Receive the Holy Spirit.”  John 20:21-22

Breath of God - A Pentecost Meditation by Olly Ryder

This meditation focuses on practicing unrushed rhythms.     Slowing down the pace of life, as well as the information we take in, promotes a quiet soul. Studies show, calm, quiet moments are a trigger to our brain — minimizing the body’s physical response to stress, lowering blood pressure, heart rate and stress hormones. This produces better concentration and overall emotional health.     Our souls need space to Breathe!     Ralph Waldo Emerson reminds us: "Life is a journey, not a destination." This is true of the spiritual life as well.     So what will we discover on that journey? The answer may just be found in the pace of life that we keep.     Scripture:  Jeremiah 2:25 MSG  Psalm 46:10 MSG

Practicing Unrushed Rhythms

Creating intentional space to quiet our souls prepares an environment that is imperative for a healthy inner life, as well as our external lives. Stillness births transformation, a process that cannot be rushed. Change takes place slowly as we surrender to our Maker’s loving Grace.   SCRIPTURES Psalm 131:2 ESV Psalm 46:10 CEV John 14:8 NIV Psalm 119:114,119 The MSG Acts 17:27-28 NIV Romans 8:26-28 MSG

Creating intentional space to quiet our souls prepares an environment that is imperative for a healthy inner life, as well as our external lives. Stillness births transformation, a process that cannot be rushed. Change takes place slowly as we surrender to our Maker’s loving Grace.   SCRIPTURES Psalm 131:2 ESV Psalm 46:10 CEV John 14:8 NIV Psalm 119:114,119 The MSG Acts 17:27-28 NIV Romans 8:26-28 MSG

Quieting The Soul

This Daily Still meditation focuses on the nearness of God and the holy hush it ushers into our souls as we pay attention to the Divine all around us. We invite you to pause and breathe in deeply, as you quiet your soul in order to notice the Glory of God.

Holy Ground and Thin Places

 We are honored to offer a special encore guest meditation by writer and poet Cole Arthur Riley. Cole is the New York Times best selling author of “This Here Flesh - Spirituality, Liberation, and the Stories that Make Us.”     In today’s podcast episode, Cole shares a meditative reading from the chapter of her book on Rest.     We invite you to enter into a place of centering stillness, becoming aware of the Divine within. Feel the wind of the Spirit blowing, as you settle in and listen to this beautiful meditation by Cole Arthur Riley.     And be sure to check out my in-depth conversation with Cole, as part of our Conversation on Stillness Series. (Episode dated May 12, 2022)  Cole serves as the spiritual teacher in residence with Cornell University’s Office of Spirituality and Meaning Making. She is also the creator of Black Liturgies, a space that integrates spiritual practice with Black emotion, Black literature, and the Black body; and a project of The Center for Dignity and Contemplation where she serves as Curator.  For more on Cole and her work, visit www.colearthurriley.com  @colearthurriley and @blackliturgies

We are honored to offer a special encore guest meditation by writer and poet Cole Arthur Riley. Cole is the New York Times best selling author of “This Here Flesh - Spirituality, Liberation, and the Stories that Make Us.” In today’s podcast episode, Cole shares a meditative reading from the chapter of her book on Rest. We invite you to enter into a place of centering stillness, becoming aware of the Divine within. Feel the wind of the Spirit blowing, as you settle in and listen to this beautiful meditation by Cole Arthur Riley. And be sure to check out my in-depth conversation with Cole, as part of our Conversation on Stillness Series. (Episode dated May 12, 2022) Cole serves as the spiritual teacher in residence with Cornell University’s Office of Spirituality and Meaning Making. She is also the creator of Black Liturgies, a space that integrates spiritual practice with Black emotion, Black literature, and the Black body; and a project of The Center for Dignity and Contemplation where she serves as Curator. For more on Cole and her work, visit <a href="http://www.colearthurriley.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.colearthurriley.com</a> @colearthurriley and @blackliturgies

Rest - Guest Meditation by Cole Arthur Riley

Today’s meditation focuses on Psalm 145:5-6 and God as our Redeemer. The God of the Universe stepped down from glory and became human flesh in the person of Jesus - the “Redeemer and Savior” of the world.     We are in the Easter season of the Church, known as “Eastertide.” As we participate in the seasons of the Church, we join with those who have gone before us in practicing sacred rhythms that are so important to our faith. These rhythms help to guide us in spiritual transformation. Each season of the Church brings to us a fresh perspective in seeking and knowing God.     Psalm 145:5-6 "I remember the days of old. I meditate on all you have done. I ponder the work of your hands."

Psalm 145 - God our Redeemer

Today's meditation focuses on Psalm 96, Declaring the Glory of God, as we reflect upon the resurrection of Christ and make space for joy and celebration. We are in the Easter season of the Church called Eastertide, a period of 50 days of celebration that spans from Easter to Pentecost, proclaiming Christ’s victory over death. Christ is risen! Our Savior lives. And the Kingdom of Heaven is now! This is the Church’s great season of joy!  Psalm 96 gives testimony that the whole world and everything in it responds to the power of God to turn death into life! The risen Christ is everywhere…in the renewal of spring and all of creation, and in us!      As you meditate upon this Psalm, you are invited to be fully present, engaging all of your senses in worship of the Risen Savior.      "With His last breath before death, Jesus says that the best place for His life is in the hands of God, Everything is only finished when everything is entrusted into God’s hands." -Ann Voskamp         Scripture: Psalm 96 NLT, Psalm 134 NIV

Today's meditation focuses on Psalm 96, Declaring the Glory of God, as we reflect upon the resurrection of Christ and make space for joy and celebration. We are in the Easter season of the Church called Eastertide, a period of 50 days of celebration that spans from Easter to Pentecost, proclaiming Christ’s victory over death. Christ is risen! Our Savior lives. And the Kingdom of Heaven is now! This is the Church’s great season of joy! Psalm 96 gives testimony that the whole world and everything in it responds to the power of God to turn death into life! The risen Christ is everywhere…in the renewal of spring and all of creation, and in us!    As you meditate upon this Psalm, you are invited to be fully present, engaging all of your senses in worship of the Risen Savior.    "With His last breath before death, Jesus says that the best place for His life is in the hands of God, Everything is only finished when everything is entrusted into God’s hands." -Ann Voskamp     Scripture: Psalm 96 NLT, Psalm 134 NIV

Psalm 96 - Declaring the Glory of God

“He is risen! He is risen indeed!” The angel said to the women, "Do not be afraid, for I know that you are looking for Jesus, who was crucified. He is not here; he has risen, just as he said." - Matthew 28:5-6 On Easter Sunday, all sorrow of holy week is turned to joy and praise. Holy Week reveals contrasts: The crucifixion and the resurrection, death and life, sin and salvation, sorrow and hope. Pause for a few moments and breathe in this holy exchange…. Breath in salvation/Exhale sin Breathe in freedom/Exhale bondage Breathe in hope/Exhale sorrow Breathe in faith/Exhale doubt Breathe in LIFE --------------- Thank you for joining us on this Holy Week journey. We hope your spirit has been encouraged and filled with renewed hope. If you have enjoyed our podcast, please subscribe and rate us. And if you know someone who would benefit from listening, please share it with a friend.

“He is risen! He is risen indeed!” The angel said to the women, "Do not be afraid, for I know that you are looking for Jesus, who was crucified. He is not here; he has risen, just as he said." - Matthew 28:5-6 On Easter Sunday, all sorrow of holy week is turned to joy and praise. Holy Week reveals contrasts: The crucifixion and the resurrection, death and life, sin and salvation, sorrow and hope. Pause for a few moments and breathe in this holy exchange…. Breath in salvation/Exhale sin Breathe in freedom/Exhale bondage Breathe in hope/Exhale sorrow Breathe in faith/Exhale doubt Breathe in LIFE --------------- Thank you for joining us on this Holy Week journey. We hope your spirit has been encouraged and filled with renewed hope. If you have enjoyed our podcast, please subscribe and rate us. And if you know someone who would benefit from listening, please share it with a friend.

The Hope of The World - Resurrection Sunday (Holy Week Meditation - Encore Episode)

Welcome to The Daily Still Podcast - A Place to Pause. Here we create space to listen for the whispers of God. Each episode features a short devotional-style, guided meditation, offering room to “be still” in the midst of the busyness of life. We position ourselves to hear God’s Voice, allowing Him to bring alignment and peace to our whole being. Host Cindy Helton is a spiritual guide and leader for stillness gatherings and retreats. She has practiced and led guided Christian meditation for over a decade. Her passion is helping others notice and become more aware of the Presence of God.

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SEEING 20/20 "Their eyes were opened and they recognized Jesus." - Luke 24:31  What if you could put on spiritual lenses for a clearer view of God?  What if the lens for seeing God more clearly is being still?  In stillness, our eyes are opened to the Holy all around us. In the quiet, we become aware of being seen and known.  God is with you in the ordinary, every day moments of life.  Allow your spiritual vision to come into 20/20 focus! Join us on Monday’s for 5 minute meditations on the nearness of God. Listen throughout your week and let God's Word  continue to speak to you as you draw near to Him in stillness. Be still and know that I am God. Psalm 46:10  Follow us on Instagram @TheDailyStill

SEEING 20/20 "Their eyes were opened and they recognized Jesus." - Luke 24:31 What if you could put on spiritual lenses for a clearer view of God? What if the lens for seeing God more clearly is being still? In stillness, our eyes are opened to the Holy all around us. In the quiet, we become aware of being seen and known. God is with you in the ordinary, every day moments of life. Allow your spiritual vision to come into 20/20 focus! Join us on Monday’s for 5 minute meditations on the nearness of God. Listen throughout your week and let God's Word  continue to speak to you as you draw near to Him in stillness. Be still and know that I am God. Psalm 46:10 Follow us on Instagram @TheDailyStill

Seeing 20/20 ( Seeing 20/20 - A Spiritual Journey)

Christian meditation is a form of prayer. This meditation encourages intimacy with God through a time of stillness, aligning body, soul, mind and spirit with the One who created us.  But they delight in the law of the Lord, meditating on it day and night. Psalm 1:2 NLT The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth be silent before him. Habakkuk 2:20 NIV References: "It's in that quiet stillness that God grows our souls and quiets our hearts." David Arms "Christian meditation is a form of prayer, a way of helping us become aware of and reflect upon God by focusing on specific thoughts and scriptures." Wikipedia Generations of Christian leaders and teachers have gone before us sharing their journey of drawing closer to God through the spiritual disciplines of silence, solitude and contemplative prayer.  Numerous resources and people have influenced my personal journey as I seek God in deeper ways. I want to acknowledge the following books and materials that I refer to and recommend: Invitation to Solitude and Silence - by Ruth Haley Barton Sacred Rhythms - by Ruth Haley Barton, InterVarsity Press The Father's Business by Sylvia Gunther - a source of excellent resources on prayer, blessings, alignment of body, soul and spirit and spiritual identity.  @thefathersbusiness.com                 Connect with us on Instagram @TheDailyStill for daily inspiration and devotionals.

Christian meditation is a form of prayer. This meditation encourages intimacy with God through a time of stillness, aligning body, soul, mind and spirit with the One who created us.  But they delight in the law of the Lord, meditating on it day and night. Psalm 1:2 NLT The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth be silent before him. Habakkuk 2:20 NIV References: "It's in that quiet stillness that God grows our souls and quiets our hearts." David Arms "Christian meditation is a form of prayer, a way of helping us become aware of and reflect upon God by focusing on specific thoughts and scriptures." Wikipedia Generations of Christian leaders and teachers have gone before us sharing their journey of drawing closer to God through the spiritual disciplines of silence, solitude and contemplative prayer.  Numerous resources and people have influenced my personal journey as I seek God in deeper ways. I want to acknowledge the following books and materials that I refer to and recommend: Invitation to Solitude and Silence - by Ruth Haley Barton Sacred Rhythms - by Ruth Haley Barton, InterVarsity Press The Father's Business by Sylvia Gunther - a source of excellent resources on prayer, blessings, alignment of body, soul and spirit and spiritual identity.  @thefathersbusiness.com Connect with us on Instagram <a href="http://www.instagram.com/thedailystill" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">@TheDailyStill</a> for daily inspiration and devotionals.

Day 1 - Introduction to Christian Meditation (40 Days of Stillness)

Today’s meditation invites you to receive a holy exchange….   Breathe in God’s peace…exhale anxiety and fear. “Don’t fret or worry. Instead of worrying, pray. Let petitions and praises shape your worries into prayers,” Philippians 4:7 For daily encouragement, follow @TheDailyStill on Instagram and Twitter.

Today’s meditation invites you to receive a holy exchange….   Breathe in God’s peace…exhale anxiety and fear. “Don’t fret or worry. Instead of worrying, pray. Let petitions and praises shape your worries into prayers,” Philippians 4:7 For daily encouragement, follow @TheDailyStill on Instagram and Twitter.

Day 33 - Calming Anxiety and Fear (40 Days of Stillness)

SEEING GOD’S GLORY "Call to me, and I will answer you and tell you great and unsearchable things you do not know." Jeremiah 33:3 Breathe in deeply as you mediate upon the wonder of this scripture… God inviting you to call on Him in prayer with the promise He will answer you. What do you want to say to your Heavenly Father? John 1:14 - God’s glory dwells among us! Where have you SEEN God’s glory in your life?

SEEING GOD’S GLORY "Call to me, and I will answer you and tell you great and unsearchable things you do not know." Jeremiah 33:3 Breathe in deeply as you mediate upon the wonder of this scripture… God inviting you to call on Him in prayer with the promise He will answer you. What do you want to say to your Heavenly Father? John 1:14 - God’s glory dwells among us! Where have you SEEN God’s glory in your life?

Seeing God's Glory (Seeing 20/20 - A Spiritual Journey)

This is the last podcast of Season 2 - “Seeing 20/20 - Seeing 20/20 - A Spiritual Journey.” When we began this journey, I posed the questions, "What if we could put on spiritual lenses for a clearer viewpoint of the Holy One?" and "Is there really a lens to bring our spiritual vision into focus, allowing us to experience the nearness of God?" We had no idea the place the world would be in today, in the midst of a pandemic, causing great anxiety and fear. We never know God or see our need for Him as clearly, as when we walk through the valley of trials and darkness. God’s Word invites us to “Be still and know Him that I am God. I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth.” Psalm 46:10 God is still on the Throne and in control. Though the world and our circumstances constantly change, the eternal God never does. We can stand quietly and confidently before the Lord God Almighty, exalting His power and majesty.  When all else is stripped away, God is always there waiting for us with unconditional love and eternal hope.  May this truly be the year of Seeing God’s Love and Presence, with us, more clearly than ever. ----- Join us beginning April 5 for a 7 day Pilgrimage through Holy Week.

This is the last podcast of Season 2 - “Seeing 20/20 - Seeing 20/20 - A Spiritual Journey.” When we began this journey, I posed the questions, "What if we could put on spiritual lenses for a clearer viewpoint of the Holy One?" and "Is there really a lens to bring our spiritual vision into focus, allowing us to experience the nearness of God?" We had no idea the place the world would be in today, in the midst of a pandemic, causing great anxiety and fear. We never know God or see our need for Him as clearly, as when we walk through the valley of trials and darkness. God’s Word invites us to “Be still and know Him that I am God. I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth.” Psalm 46:10 God is still on the Throne and in control. Though the world and our circumstances constantly change, the eternal God never does. We can stand quietly and confidently before the Lord God Almighty, exalting His power and majesty.  When all else is stripped away, God is always there waiting for us with unconditional love and eternal hope.  May this truly be the year of Seeing God’s Love and Presence, with us, more clearly than ever. ----- Join us beginning April 5 for a 7 day Pilgrimage through Holy Week.

Open The Eyes of My Heart (Seeing 20/20 - A Spiritual Journey)

When the world around us feels unsettling, and fear and anxiety attack our souls, it’s easy to run toward fear rather than toward God. We have to choose to speak “peace and trust” into our situations. This meditation will refocus our vision and thoughts to trusting in God. Through God’s Spirit within us, we have the ability to experience peace in the midst of anxiety. "The name of the Lord is a strong tower; The righteous run to it and are safe." Proverbs 18:10

When the world around us feels unsettling, and fear and anxiety attack our souls, it’s easy to run toward fear rather than toward God. We have to choose to speak “peace and trust” into our situations. This meditation will refocus our vision and thoughts to trusting in God. Through God’s Spirit within us, we have the ability to experience peace in the midst of anxiety. "The name of the Lord is a strong tower; The righteous run to it and are safe." Proverbs 18:10

Peace in the Midst (Seeing 20/20 - A Spiritual Journey)

Are you in need of Rest? Peace? Joy? Comfort? Physical healing? Hope? Respond to God’s invitation – “Come all who are weary and need rest.” Isaiah 55 This meditation encourages entering into a time of receiving the healing gift of God’s Presence, offering inner peace.

Are you in need of Rest? Peace? Joy? Comfort? Physical healing? Hope? Respond to God’s invitation – “Come all who are weary and need rest.” Isaiah 55 This meditation encourages entering into a time of receiving the healing gift of God’s Presence, offering inner peace.

Day 2 - Receiving (40 Days of Stillness)

God is a personal, loving Father who longs to draw near to His children. Picture yourself inviting God to meet with you. Where will you meet? “Draw near to God, and he will draw near to you.” James 4:8 Connect with us on Instagram @TheDailyStill

God is a personal, loving Father who longs to draw near to His children. Picture yourself inviting God to meet with you. Where will you meet? “Draw near to God, and he will draw near to you.” James 4:8 Connect with us on Instagram <a href="http://www.instagram.com/thedailystill" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@TheDailyStill</a>

Day 5 - Draw Near (40 Days of Stillness)

There is nothing that matters as much as the Presence of God in our lives right here and now. He extends an invitation to us… “Enter (My) gates with thanksgiving and courts with praise.” Psalm 100:4 When we say yes to the invitation, we usher in the very presence of God. For daily encouragement, follow @TheDailyStill on Instagram and Twitter.

There is nothing that matters as much as the Presence of God in our lives right here and now. He extends an invitation to us… “Enter (My) gates with thanksgiving and courts with praise.” Psalm 100:4 When we say yes to the invitation, we usher in the very presence of God. For daily encouragement, follow @TheDailyStill on Instagram and Twitter.

Day 30 - Heaven's Mindset (40 Days of Stillness)

"My sheep listen to my voice; I know them, and they follow me." John 10:27 NIV Theologian Rowan Williams says this quote about prayer in his book, Being Disciples- "The real problem in prayer is not the absence of God but the absence of us...We are all over the place, entertaining memories, fantasies, anxieties. God is simply there in unending patience, saying, 'When are you going to sit and listen?'" When we think of prayer, we most often view it as our communication with God. We know prayer is intended to be a 2-way conversation, however, if we’re honest, we do most of the talking. Thankfully, God is a patient and understanding listener. But God wants to speak to us too. Just being present and listening is a form of prayer. In the stillness… God can speak into the circumstance of our life. -------------------- We'd love to hear from you! Connect with us @TheDailyStill on Instagram and Twitter. And please share the podcast with someone who may benefit from listening! 

"My sheep listen to my voice; I know them, and they follow me." John 10:27 NIV Theologian Rowan Williams says this quote about prayer in his book, Being Disciples- "The real problem in prayer is not the absence of God but the absence of us...We are all over the place, entertaining memories, fantasies, anxieties. God is simply there in unending patience, saying, 'When are you going to sit and listen?'" When we think of prayer, we most often view it as our communication with God. We know prayer is intended to be a 2-way conversation, however, if we’re honest, we do most of the talking. Thankfully, God is a patient and understanding listener. But God wants to speak to us too. Just being present and listening is a form of prayer. In the stillness… God can speak into the circumstance of our life. -------------------- We'd love to hear from you! Connect with us @TheDailyStill on Instagram and Twitter. And please share the podcast with someone who may benefit from listening!

Listening Prayer (Seeing 20/20 - A Spiritual Journey)

"The Spirit of God has made me, and the breath of the Almighty gives me life." Job 33:4 ESV This is a teaching meditation focusing on breathing as a way of stilling our soul. We take about 20,000 breaths a day without even thinking about it. The stresses of life cause our breathing to become more rapid and shallow. Many health experts agree, one of the best things we can do for overall health is to change how we inhale and exhale. So take a deep breath, exhale slowly, and be still for a moment.

"The Spirit of God has made me, and the breath of the Almighty gives me life." Job 33:4 ESV This is a teaching meditation focusing on breathing as a way of stilling our soul. We take about 20,000 breaths a day without even thinking about it. The stresses of life cause our breathing to become more rapid and shallow. Many health experts agree, one of the best things we can do for overall health is to change how we inhale and exhale. So take a deep breath, exhale slowly, and be still for a moment.

Breath of The Almighty (Seeing 20/20 - A Spiritual Journey)

Today’s meditation focuses on spiritual surrender. Stillness is a way of surrendering our hearts to the One who knows us best. Freeing the mind of thoughts and concerns, while resting in God’s presence, allows us to SEE God more clearly in the daily of life. There’s an enemy who whispers lies to our souls. His goal is to create busyness, distraction, uncertainty and discouragement. These whisper can become louder if you allow it space in your thoughts. So we need to discern the voice of Truth, by connecting with and knowing our Creator. By being still and listening. -------------- Have The Daily Still Meditations been helpful to you? We'd love to hear from you! Connect with us on Instagram @TheDailyStill

Today’s meditation focuses on spiritual surrender. Stillness is a way of surrendering our hearts to the One who knows us best. Freeing the mind of thoughts and concerns, while resting in God’s presence, allows us to SEE God more clearly in the daily of life. There’s an enemy who whispers lies to our souls. His goal is to create busyness, distraction, uncertainty and discouragement. These whisper can become louder if you allow it space in your thoughts. So we need to discern the voice of Truth, by connecting with and knowing our Creator. By being still and listening. -------------- Have The Daily Still Meditations been helpful to you? We'd love to hear from you! Connect with us on Instagram @TheDailyStill

Spiritual Surrender (Seeing 20/20 - A Spiritual Journey)

In these moments of stillness, be reminded… You are never out of God’s sight. You are fully seen. Fully known. Fully loved. And you are never alone. Meditate on these Truths in Psalm 139. For daily encouragement, follow @TheDailyStill on Instagram and Twitter

In these moments of stillness, be reminded… You are never out of God’s sight. You are fully seen. Fully known. Fully loved. And you are never alone. Meditate on these Truths in Psalm 139. For daily encouragement, follow @TheDailyStill on Instagram and Twitter

Day 14 - I Am With You (40 Days of Stillness)

This meditation focuses on quieting our inner anxiety in the midst of the concerns of daily life. As we name our cares in the Presence of the Lord, we shift the weight of our worry into His capable hands. Get comfortable and settle in for 5 minutes of calm in the midst of the storm. For daily encouragement, follow @TheDailyStill on Instagram and Twitter.

This meditation focuses on quieting our inner anxiety in the midst of the concerns of daily life. As we name our cares in the Presence of the Lord, we shift the weight of our worry into His capable hands. Get comfortable and settle in for 5 minutes of calm in the midst of the storm. For daily encouragement, follow @TheDailyStill on Instagram and Twitter.

Day 20 - The Quiet Within (40 Days of Stillness)

Our souls, like our bodies, often get out of alignment. It is a warning sign we need to rest those areas. In stillness, we come as we are and allow Holy Spirit to bring us back into alignment. Today’s meditation offers a few minutes of tending to the whole being. For daily encouragement, follow @TheDailyStill on Instagram and Twitter

Our souls, like our bodies, often get out of alignment. It is a warning sign we need to rest those areas. In stillness, we come as we are and allow Holy Spirit to bring us back into alignment. Today’s meditation offers a few minutes of tending to the whole being. For daily encouragement, follow @TheDailyStill on Instagram and Twitter

Day 6 - Spiritual Alignment (40 Days of Stillness)

Glance

Today’s meditation will focus on Psalm 111, a Psalm of praise. One of the ways to see God more clearly, is through the practice of gratitude and praise. As we glance toward heaven in praise, we recognize and give our Creator His rightful place of honor in our lives. Take a deep breath… becoming aware of God… with you. Psalm 111:1-4 - "Praise the Lord! I will thank the Lord with all my heart as I meet with his godly people. How amazing are the deeds of the Lord! All who delight in him should ponder them. Everything he does reveals his glory and majesty. His righteousness never fails. He causes us to remember his wonderful works. How gracious and merciful is our Lord and all his commandments are trustworthy. They are forever true, to be obeyed faithfully and with integrity. What a holy, awe-inspiring name he has! Fear of the Lord is the foundation of true wisdom. All who obey his commandments will grow in wisdom. Praise Him forever!"

Today’s meditation will focus on Psalm 111, a Psalm of praise. One of the ways to see God more clearly, is through the practice of gratitude and praise. As we glance toward heaven in praise, we recognize and give our Creator His rightful place of honor in our lives. Take a deep breath… becoming aware of God… with you. Psalm 111:1-4 - "Praise the Lord! I will thank the Lord with all my heart as I meet with his godly people. How amazing are the deeds of the Lord! All who delight in him should ponder them. Everything he does reveals his glory and majesty. His righteousness never fails. He causes us to remember his wonderful works. How gracious and merciful is our Lord and all his commandments are trustworthy. They are forever true, to be obeyed faithfully and with integrity. What a holy, awe-inspiring name he has! Fear of the Lord is the foundation of true wisdom. All who obey his commandments will grow in wisdom. Praise Him forever!"

A Glance Toward Heaven (Seeing 20/20 - A Spiritual Journey)

Soul renewal begins to happen as you sit at the feet of Jesus. Stillness allows you to receive the healing balm of His touch. In becoming still, you give permission to the One who created you to highlight areas where you need healing. In these few moments, allow the great Physician to do His skilled work on your heart. For daily encouragement, follow @TheDailyStill on Instagram and Twitter. 

Soul renewal begins to happen as you sit at the feet of Jesus. Stillness allows you to receive the healing balm of His touch. In becoming still, you give permission to the One who created you to highlight areas where you need healing. In these few moments, allow the great Physician to do His skilled work on your heart. For daily encouragement, follow @TheDailyStill on Instagram and Twitter.

Day 17 - Surrendered Heart (40 Days of Stillness)

Sit still for a few moments and visualize the warmth of God’s embrace. Allow His love to wash over you as you soak in His light. “Every good and perfect gift is from above, and comes down from the Father of lights.” James 1:17

Sit still for a few moments and visualize the warmth of God’s embrace. Allow His love to wash over you as you soak in His light. “Every good and perfect gift is from above, and comes down from the Father of lights.” James 1:17

Day 7 - Embraced by Light (40 Days of Stillness)

“For I know the plans I have for you.” - Jer. 29:11 Are you seeking to spend time with God today? Listen to the stirrings of your heart as your ponder the question: “Am I seeking God’s Presence in all of my plans?” For daily encouragement, follow @TheDailyStill on Instagram and Twitter.

“For I know the plans I have for you.” - Jer. 29:11 Are you seeking to spend time with God today? Listen to the stirrings of your heart as your ponder the question: “Am I seeking God’s Presence in all of my plans?” For daily encouragement, follow @TheDailyStill on Instagram and Twitter.

Day 18 - Seeking God (40 Days of Stillness)

You are invited to “be still” and enjoy 5 minutes of uninterrupted stillness. In this quiet space, ask God for more of His Presence in your life. "The LORD replied, 'My Presence will go with you, and I will give you rest.'" - Exodus 33:14 NIV

You are invited to “be still” and enjoy 5 minutes of uninterrupted stillness. In this quiet space, ask God for more of His Presence in your life. "The LORD replied, 'My Presence will go with you, and I will give you rest.'" - Exodus 33:14 NIV

The Presence of God (Seeing 20/20 - A Spiritual Journey)

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