Promise of Hope

This hope is a strong and trustworthy anchor for our souls. It leads us through the curtain into God’s inner sanctuary. - Hebrews 6:19 NLT

Hope isn’t wishful thinking—it’s confidence rooted in who God is. Reflect on Romans 15:13, Lamentations 3:21–23, and Hebrews 6:19. Let His promises anchor you in the middle of uncertainty.

Promise of Healing

But he was pierced for our rebellion,
crushed for our sins.
He was beaten so we could be whole.
He was whipped so we could be healed. - Isaiah 53:5 NLT

God sees every wound and promises to heal. In this meditation, reflect on Jeremiah 30:17, Psalm 147:3, and Isaiah 53:5. Whether physical, emotional, or spiritual—He is near to restore you.

Promise of Protection

The name of the Lord is a strong fortress;
the godly run to him and are safe. - Proverbs 18:10 NLT

God is your refuge and shield. This episode walks through Psalm 91:4, Isaiah 41:10, and Proverbs 18:10 to remind you: you are not alone, and you are not unprotected. He surrounds you.

Promise of Freedom

For the Lord is the Spirit, and wherever the Spirit of the Lord is, there is freedom. - 2 Corinthians 3:17 NLT

Jesus sets us free—and calls us to live free. Reflect on John 8:36, Galatians 5:1, and 2 Corinthians 3:17. Let God break the chains of fear, shame, and striving with the truth of your freedom.

Promise of Victory

The Lord himself will fight for you. Just stay calm. - Exodus 14:14 NLT

God has already won—and invites you to live from that victory. In this meditation, reflect on 1 Corinthians 15:57, Romans 8:37, and Exodus 14:14. You don’t fight alone. He fights for you.

Promise of Rest

So there is a special rest still waiting for the people of God. For all who have entered into God’s rest have rested from their labors, just as God did after creating the world. - Hebrews 4:9-10 NLT

When you’re worn out, God invites you to rest. This meditation reflects on Matthew 11:28–29, Exodus 33:14, and Hebrews 4:9–10. Let His presence restore your soul and calm your striving.

Promise of Wisdom

The Lord says, “I will guide you along the best pathway for your life.
I will advise you and watch over you. - Psalm 32:8 NLT

God gives wisdom freely to those who ask. In this episode, reflect on James 1:5, Proverbs 3:7, and Psalm 32:8. If you’re facing decisions or confusion, let God’s truth guide your next step.

Promise of Faithfulness

if we are faithless, he remains faithful—
for he cannot deny himself. - 2 Timothy 2:13 ESV

God doesn’t change when your circumstances do. In this meditation, reflect on Lamentations 3:22–23, 2 Timothy 2:13, and Hebrews 10:23. His promises are steady, and His mercy is new every morning.

Promise of Help

God is our refuge and strength,
  a very present help in trouble.
- Psalm 46:1 ESV

This week, we reflect on the Promise of Help—the assurance that God is near, attentive, and ready to strengthen you. Whether you’re facing something big or just feeling worn down, this meditation invites you to lift your eyes and rest in the truth: Help is here.

Promise of Guidance

I will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go;
I will counsel you with my eye upon you.
- Psalm 32:8 ESV

God doesn’t leave you to figure life out on your own; He promises to guide you. In this meditation, reflect on Psalm 32:8, Proverbs 3:5–6, and John 16:13. If you’re facing uncertainty or hard decisions, let God’s Word realign your focus and remind you: He is leading you, step by step.

Promise of Salvation

that if you confess with your mouth Jesus as Lord, and believe in your heart that God raised Him from the dead, you will be saved; - Romans 10:9 NASB

You don’t have to earn salvation; it’s already been given. In this episode, we reflect on the gift of grace and the certainty of God’s saving promise through Romans 10:9, Titus 3:5, and Isaiah 12:2. Come and rest in the truth: you are saved, secure, and deeply loved.

Promise of Strength

He gives power to the weak and strength to the powerless. - Isaiah 40:29 NLT

When you feel weak, God doesn’t expect you to power through; He invites you to lean in. This guided meditation leads you through Scriptures like Isaiah 40:29 and 2 Corinthians 12:9 to remind you that His strength shows up in your weakness. You’re not meant to carry it all. Let Him be your strength today.

Promise of Provision

And my God will supply all your needs according to His riches in glory in Christ Jesus. (Philippians 4:19 NASB 1995)

You don’t have to strive to be provided for; God has already promised it. In this episode, we reflect on Philippians 4:19 and other Scriptures that remind you He knows your needs and delights in meeting them. Take a breath, release your worry, and rest in the truth: He will provide.

Promise of Peace

Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you. Not as the world gives do I give to you. Let not your hearts be troubled, neither let them be afraid. (John 14:27)

Peace isn’t something you have to earn or manufacture, it’s a promise God has already given. In this episode, we reflect on how God keeps us in perfect peace when we fix our minds on Him. If anxiety has been knocking at your door, take a moment to pause, breathe, and anchor your thoughts in the One who...

Promise of Presence

“I will never leave you nor forsake you.” (Hebrews 13:5)

In this first episode of our God's Promises series, settle into the peace of God’s presence. With Scripture, breath prayer, and guided reflection, be reminded: you are never alone. He is with you, in every moment, in every place.

Space & Provision

This week is a Bonus episode for the What is Your Word series. We felt the story behind it to be very relevant for this season, and the person behind the word is also very special to us. So, thank you Julie for sharing not only your word, but the beautiful process of how it came to be!

In this episode, we focus on making space for God to be our provision. Enjoy!

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Prepared

This is the final week of our “What is Your Word?” series. This week’s word, prepared, was sent in by Dede. What does it mean to be prepared? God not only has a place prepared for you in Heaven, he also has plans and purposes prepared for you in this life. Will you trust him to lead and guide your steps?

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Edifying

This is week 11 of our 12 week series called “What is Your Word?” This week’s word, edifying, was sent in by Jenny. To edify is to uplift one another in love, truth, and faith. Is there someone God is putting on your heart, to encourage, build up, and edify?

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Momentum

This is week 10 of our 12 week series called “What is Your Word?” This week’s word, momentum, was sent in by Sierra. Momentum begins with small steps. Even the tiniest acts of faith count. It’s not about pushing harder. It’s about renewing your strength in God.

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Simple Obedience

This week’s word, Simple Obedience, was sent in by Robyn. Obedience is one of those words that can sound harsh and demanding, depending on your upbringing and life experiences. Yet, with God, simple obedience is much more than merely obeying.

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Walk

This week’s word, walk, was sent in by Rebekah. Walking by faith means trusting God beyond what we see from our perspective, obeying without fully understanding, and moving forward with confidence because His desires for us always exceed our own desires for ourselves. It is surrendering control, persevering through uncertainty, and relying on His strength, not our own.

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Exchange

This week’s word, exchange, was sent in by Jennie. Normally, when we think of an exchange, it is the version described in most dictionaries; “an act of giving one thing and receiving another (especially of the same type or value) in return.” But it should come as no surprise, that in God’s kingdom, everything is turned upside down. What Jesus offers us in this great exchange is not something of equal value. He is taking our filthy rags, and giving us royal robes. Even better, he is taking our death sentence, and giving us freedom...

Ready

The word ready was sent in by Paige. Readiness isn’t passive—it’s an active, faith-filled response to God’s call. As faith filled believers, we are supposed to live our lives in a perpetual state of readiness. Ready for what God has in the present moment; what he is speaking and how he wants to release his kingdom on Earth through you. Lastly, we are to be like the five wise virgins who kept their lamps trimmed and filled with oil, ready for when the bridegroom returns.

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Illuminate

The word illuminate was sent in by Alexandra. I love how this word is associated to light; being able to see, going from darkness to light. God illuminate’s his guidance, truth and revelation to us.

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Generosity

I tend to pay attention when things repeat themselves. Perhaps it is coincidence, or perhaps it is God trying to get my attention. This week’s word was sent in by two different people, Tamika and Becky, and the word is generosity. Let’s explore together the refreshing that can come from generosity this week.

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Be Still

This word is from a dear friend who I have the privilege of personal training. It is a joy to be able to work together with her on her physical body, talking about spiritual things at the same time. She had mentioned her word for this year is "be still"; allowing her heart to be still, especially in the areas we cannot control. Trusting God with our hearts, and our lives. 

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Joy

This is not manufactured happiness, instead this is the joy that comes from abiding in Christ. It is only in the presence of God we find fulness of joy. Not only are we filled with His joy, He himself is filled with joy over us! When Jesus endured the cross for the joy set before him, within that joy was your face. He loves you and rejoices over you with gladness!

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Gentleness

Gentleness or meekness is the opposite of self-assertiveness and self-interest. It stems from trust in God's goodness and control over the situation. The gentle person is not occupied with self at all. This is a work of the Holy Spirit, not of the human will. Not just towards others but also towards myself.

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Hâlal

The word halal is probably one of my favourite words for praise. It means to boast, celebrate, rave, shine, or be clamorously foolish! God has created us to live fully alive and to have his abundant life flowing through us. The meaning of the word halal reflects this. As we have seen through each of the words for praise, this one too points to praise having a physical expression. 

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Zâmar

Welcome to week 8 of our series on Worship.

There is a song within you that no one else can sing as an offering of praise to the Lord. Zâmar means to make music, to celebrate in song, to pluck the strings of a musical instrument. We are called to praise with song and with music. This is a powerful expression of praise, and it is mentioned often in scripture.

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Bârak

Bârak means to kneel, salute, or thank. To Bârak is to come and bless God with an act of adoration; the idea being to bow down before Him. This physical position is a very powerful one. To bow before God reminds me that He is God and I am not. He is the one who created me, originally from the dirt. It is an honor and a privilege to Bârak in the presence of my creator.

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Tehillâh

Tehillâh means to sing a song of praise, a new song, or a spontaneous song. A biblical way to worship God is through song. Not a song someone else has written for you to sing; an original song that comes from your heart. Psalm 22:3 tells us this is the only kind of praise that God inhabits! When we sing to him our song, He is present to us.

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Tôwdâh

Tôwdâh means to make a sacrifice of praise, or a sacrifice of thanksgiving. Similar to Yadah, it also means to extend your hands. In the Psalms it appears in a way of thanking God for things you have not yet received, as well as things you have. It is a confession of God’s goodness, offering Him thanks. 

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Shâbach

This is our second week exploring the seven Hebrew words for paise in the Old Testament. Last week we looked at the idea of raising our hands in praise to God. This week we're meditating on the word Shâbach, which means to raise our voices; to shout praises to God.

There is something to be said about allowing ourselves to enter into the physical expression of praise that God is inviting us into. It is powerful. If we are to worship God with all of our heart, mind, soul and str...

Yâdâh

In the Hebrew there are seven different words that are translated to the word “praise” in English. We are taking the next 7 weeks to meditate on each one of these different words. Understanding each of these will help expand our ability to praise God, entering into His presence; the place where we worship Him.

The first word we are looking at is Yâdâh. It means to extend your hands, throw a stone, or shoot an arrow. The shooting out, or lifting of the hands, especially in worship. It also mean...

A Life of Worship

Worship is so much more than singing songs on Sunday. Worship is our response to being in the presence of God, seeing Him for who He truly is, receiving His love and giving our love ion return.

This episode starts our new series on Worship; coming in to the awe of how great God is. What does it look like to worship the Lord with gladness? To enter His gates with thanksgiving, and His courts with praise.

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This episode starts our new series on Worship; coming in to the awe of how great God is. What does it look like to worship the Lord with gladness? To enter His gates with thanksgiving, and His courts with praise.

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Bible Verses and Notes

The name of the Lord is blessed and lifted high!

For his marvellous miracle of mercy protected me

when I was overwhelmed by my enemies.

I spoke hastily when I said, “The Lord has deserted me.”

For in truth, you did hear my pra...

Welcome! We’re Glad You’re Here.

These weekly, Bible-based meditation podcasts, give you the skills to carve out space, experience Peace, and grow your relationship with God. Praying this episode richly blesses you.

Bible Verses and Notes

So hide all your beloved ones

in the sheltered, secret place before your face.

Overshadow them with your glory-presence.

Keep them from these accusations, the brutal insults of evil men.

Tuck them safely away in the tabernacle where you dwell.

- Psalms 31:20 TPT