MORNINGS with Stephen Johnsy

Hope That Never Fails | Advent Devotional

In today’s Advent devotional episode of the Mornings with Stephen Johnsy Podcast, Stephen explores a devotional from Lamentations 3:31–32 reminds us that God’s compassion remains even in grief.

Discover how hope can live alongside sorrow and how God’s unfailing love strengthens our faith.

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📖 Scripture Focus: Lamentations 3:31–32

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Refilled By Hope | Advent Devotional

In today’s Advent devotional episode of the Mornings with Stephen Johnsy Podcast, Stephen explores Romans 15:13 and how God becomes our daily source of hope, peace, and joy while we walk through waiting seasons and real-life struggles.

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📖 Scripture Focus: Romans 15:13

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Hope Is Promised

In this heartfelt episode of the Mornings with Stephen Johnsy Podcast, we start the Advent season with hope as we reflect on Isaiah 9:6, the promise of Jesus, our Wonderful Counsellor and Prince of Peace.

This devotional reminds us that hope isn’t a feeling but confidence in God’s faithfulness.

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📖 Scripture Focus: Isaiah 9:6

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Love That Matures Us | Growing Beyond Childish Reactions (1 Corinthians 13:11)

In this heartfelt episode of the Mornings with Stephen Johnsy Podcast, we learn how true spiritual maturity shows up as emotional maturity.

Paul challenges us to “put away childish ways,” and this devotional explores how growing in love transforms our responses, relationships, and lifestyle.

Includes practical wisdom and a prayer for maturity in Christ.

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📖 Scripture Focus: 1 Corinthians 13:11

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Love That Sacrifices | Becoming More Like Jesus

In this heartfelt episode of the Mornings with Stephen Johnsy Podcast, we explore Jesus’ command to love like He loves - through sacrifice.

Learn how true love transforms marriages, friendships, community, and how we treat the world around us.

Includes encouragement, practical insight, and a prayer for stronger, Jesus-shaped love.

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📖 Scripture Focus: John 15:12–13

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Humility, Patience & Real Love | How To Build Strong Relationships

In this heartfelt episode of the Mornings with Stephen Johnsy Podcast, we unpack Ephesians 4:2–3 and learn how real love protects unity in relationships.

Discover how humility, gentleness, patience, and peace can transform how we love others.

Includes practical encouragement and a prayer for stronger, grace-filled relationships.

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📖 Scripture Focus: Ephesians 4:2–3

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God Is Love

In this heartfelt episode of the Mornings with Stephen Johnsy Podcast, Stephen unpacks 1 John 4:7–11 and explores what it really means to love like God does.

Discover how love becomes our testimony, why it’s more than emotion, and how God empowers us to love even when it’s difficult.

Includes practical encouragement, reflection, and a prayer for renewed love in our lives.

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📖 Scripture Focus: 1 John 4:7-11

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A Fresh Start | The Power of True Repentance

In this episode of the Mornings with Stephen Johnsy Podcast, Stephen dives into Psalm 51, David’s heartfelt prayer of repentance after his fall.

Discover the beauty of forgiveness, the power of grace, and how God transforms brokenness into renewal. Includes practical encouragement, reflection, and a prayer for cleansing and restoration.

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📖 Scripture Focus: Psalm 51, 2 Samuel 12.

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The Heart of Worship | Relationship Over Religion

In this episode of the Mornings with Stephen Johnsy Podcast, Stephen explores Psalm 50, where God calls His people to return to sincere, heartfelt worship.

Discover the distinction between ritual and relationship, and learn how genuine worship arises from gratitude and trust, rather than performance. Includes encouragement, reflection, and a heartfelt prayer.

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📖 Scripture Focus: Psalm 50

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Eternal Investments | Living Beyond Earthly Wealth

In this episode of the Mornings with Stephen Johnsy Podcast, Stephen unpacks Psalm 49, a powerful reminder that earthly riches fade, but faith in God lasts forever.

Discover how to shift your focus from possessions to purpose, and from temporary gain to eternal peace. Includes reflection, encouragement, and a heartfelt prayer to centre your heart on what truly matters.

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📖 Scripture Focus: Psalm 49

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Great Is the Lord | The Power of His Presence

In this episode of the Mornings with Stephen Johnsy Podcast, Stephen explores Psalm 48 — a beautiful song celebrating God’s protection and presence in the lives of His people.

Discover what it means to live securely in God’s guidance and how to let your life become a testimony of His faithfulness.

Includes reflection, encouragement, and a heartfelt prayer to strengthen your faith.

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📖 Scripture Focus: Psalm 48

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Clap Your Hands | The Joy of Worship (Psalm 47)

In this episode of the Mornings with Stephen Johnsy Podcast, Stephen delves into Psalm 47, a call to praise, celebrate, and recognise God’s unshakable reign over the world.

Learn how to worship in the middle of uncertainty, find joy in God’s presence, and discover that true victory begins with praise.

Includes encouragement, reflection, and a prayer to strengthen your faith.

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📖 Scripture Focus: Psalm 47

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Unshaken | God Is Our Refuge and Strength (Psalm 46)

In this episode of the Mornings with Stephen Johnsy Podcast, Stephen delves into Psalm 46, one of Scripture’s most powerful reminders that God is our refuge, strength, and ever-present help in times of trouble.

Discover how to find peace in chaos, strength in weakness, and stillness in the storm.

Includes a heartfelt prayer and encouragement to help you face life’s challenges with faith and calm.

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📖 Scripture Focus: Psalm 46

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Focus on Your Lane | God’s Plan for You Is Enough

In this episode of the Mornings with Stephen Johnsy Podcast, Stephen unpacks Galatians 6:4-5, a powerful reminder to focus on your own calling and avoid the trap of comparison.

Learn how to find joy in your unique purpose, take responsibility for your growth, and run your race with peace and confidence.

Includes encouragement, reflection, and a prayer to inspire your day.

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📖 Scripture Focus: Galatians 6:4–5

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Faith That Grows | Trusting God’s Timing and Work in You

In this episode of the Mornings with Stephen Johnsy Podcast, Stephen shares a timely reminder from 1 Corinthians 3:6-7 — “I planted, Apollos watered, but God made it grow.”

Discover what it means to trust God’s timing, stay faithful in your season of planting, and recognise that true success comes from Him.

Includes encouragement, reflection, and a prayer to strengthen your faith.

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📖 Scripture Focus: 1 Corinthians 3:6–7

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The Secret To True Success | Commit Your Actions To The Lord

In this episode of the Mornings with Stephen Johnsy Podcast, Stephen unpacks Proverbs 16:3, “Commit your actions to the Lord, and your plans will succeed.” Learn how surrendering your plans to God leads to true success, peace, and purpose. Includes a heartfelt prayer and encouragement for anyone seeking direction or clarity in life.

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📖 Scripture Focus: Proverbs 16:3

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Give Us This Day | Learning to Depend on God Every Morning

In this episode of the Mornings with Stephen Johnsy Podcast, Stephen unpacks Matthew 6:11, “Give us today the food we need.”

Discover how this short yet powerful verse teaches us to trust God’s daily provision, find peace in the present, and live free from tomorrow’s worries.

Includes an uplifting prayer and reflection to help you start your day with renewed faith.

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📖 Scripture Focus: Matthew 6:11

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Ask, Believe and Trust

In this episode of the Mornings with Stephen Johnsy Podcast, Stephen explores 1 John 5:14, a powerful reminder that God hears every prayer spoken in accordance with His will.

Learn what it means to approach God boldly, trust His answers, and pray with unwavering faith. Includes a heartfelt prayer and practical encouragement to strengthen your prayer life today.

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📖 Scripture Focus: 1 John 5:14

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Chosen and Cherished — Rediscovering Your Worth in God’s Eyes (Psalm 45)

In this episode of Mornings with Stephen Johnsy Podcast, Stephen explores Psalm 45, a royal song of beauty, worship, and divine love.

Discover how this prophetic Psalm points to Christ, the King of Glory, and reminds us that we are His beloved. Includes encouragement, reflection, and a powerful prayer to renew your worship today.

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📖 Scripture Focus: Psalm 45

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Faith That Endures

In this episode of Mornings with Stephen Johnsy Podcast, Stephen explores Psalm 44, a raw, honest cry from God’s people when faith collides with hardship. Discover what it means to trust God when He feels silent, remember His faithfulness when life hurts, and find hope in His unfailing love.

Includes a heartfelt prayer and powerful encouragement for anyone walking through a difficult season.

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📖 Scripture Focus: Psalm 44

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When Hope Returns — God’s Light in the Dark Places

In this episode of Mornings with Stephen Johnsy Podcast, Stephen continues his journey through the Psalms with Psalm 43 — the follow-up to Psalm 42’s cry for God. Discover how to move from spiritual thirst to renewed trust in God’s light and truth. This episode offers heartfelt insight, hope-filled encouragement, and a powerful closing prayer for anyone needing refreshment in their faith journey.

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📖 Scripture Focus: Psalm 43

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Spiritual Dryness or Divine Invitation?

In this episode of Mornings with Stephen Johnsy Podcast, Stephen explores Psalm 42, a Psalm of spiritual thirst, longing, and hope. Discover how to navigate dry seasons of faith, renew your trust in God’s presence, and find peace even when He feels far away. Includes a heartfelt prayer and encouragement for every listener walking through a weary season.

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📖 Scripture Focus: Psalm 42

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The God Who Sustains The Weak

In this episode of Mornings with Stephen Johnsy Podcast, Stephen unpacks Psalm 41, a Psalm of mercy, endurance, and divine faithfulness. Discover what it means to find strength in weakness, to show compassion to others, and to trust God through betrayal and pain. Includes a powerful prayer and encouragement for anyone who needs a reminder that God never forgets those who trust in Him.

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📖 Scripture Focus: Psalm 41

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The Sound of Faith | How Hearing God’s Word Changes Everything

In this episode of Mornings with Stephen Johnsy Podcast, we share a powerful truth from Romans 10:17 — “Faith comes from hearing the Good News about Christ.” Learn how faith grows through God’s Word, why hearing Scripture daily transforms your heart, and how to rebuild your faith when life feels uncertain.

Includes an encouraging prayer and practical reflection to strengthen your walk with God today.

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📖 Scripture Focus: Romans 10:17

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Trust Beyond Understanding

In this episode of Mornings with Stephen Johnsy Podcast, Stephen unpacks Proverbs 3:5 - “Trust in the Lord with all your heart; do not depend on your own understanding.”

Learn how to find peace in uncertain times, surrender control, and lean into God’s wisdom instead of your own. Includes a heartfelt prayer and practical encouragement to help you live with faith and freedom today.

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📖 Scripture Focus: Proverbs 3:5

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Hold On To Hope

In this episode of Mornings with Stephen Johnsy Podcast, Stephen explores Hebrews 10:23, a call to hold tightly to hope because God is faithful to His promises. Learn how to stay steady when life feels uncertain and rediscover the power of trusting in God’s unchanging nature.

It includes a heartfelt prayer and practical encouragement to help you stand firm in faith.

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📖 Scripture Focus: Hebrews 10:23

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The Power of Persevering Faith | Purpose in Chains

In this powerful finale of Paul’s Resilience: From Farewell to Finish, Stephen unpacks Acts 28:30–31, a reminder that chains don’t stop the Gospel.

From his rented house in Rome, Paul continues to preach boldly and without hindrance. Learn how God turns limitation into opportunity, weakness into witness, and confinement into calling. Includes an uplifting prayer and a final charge to live boldly — unhindered.

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📖 Scripture Focus: Acts 28:30-31

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Serve While You Heal | Hope After the Storm

Shipwrecked on Malta, Paul models serving while recovering, and God answers with healing and unexpected favour.

In this episode of Mornings with Stephen Johnsy Podcast, Stephen unpacks Acts 28:1–10 to show how providence meets us after the storm, how simple service rekindles purpose, and how God turns detours into divine appointments.

Includes a short prayer and practical steps to thrive right where you’ve landed.

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📖 Scripture Focus: Acts 28:1–10

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Keep Up Your Courage

“Neither sun nor stars appeared for many days, and we finally gave up all hope…”

Into the darkness of Acts 27, Paul stands with a word from God: “Do not be afraid… you must stand before Caesar.”

In this episode of Mornings with Stephen Johnsy Podcast, Stephen unpacks how to find calm, clarity, and a plan in life’s fiercest storms. Learn six storm lessons, name your night, seek God’s word, pair promise with prudence, lead with calm, stay with the ship, and expect to be saved with splinters.<...

A Calm Defence

Before Festus and King Agrippa, Paul is interrupted as “insane”; yet he replies with clarity: “What I’m saying is true and reasonable.”

In this episode of Mornings with Stephen Johnsy Podcast, Stephen unpacks Acts 26:24–29 to demonstrate how testimony, persuasion, and respectful courage can convey hope in skeptical spaces. Learn a simple pattern for conversations that keep heart and truth together, then pray with us to live it out, “short time or long.”

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📖 Scripture Focus: Acts 26:24–29

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Truth, Hope, and A Clean Conscience

In Part 5 of Paul’s Resilience: From Farewell to Finish, Stephen unpacks Paul’s defence before Governor Felix. Acts 24:10–16 illustrates how truth, a clear conscience, and the hope of resurrection speak louder than pressure.

We learn a higher calling: to be true before God, and then before people. Also includes a short prayer and practical encouragement to stand firm with grace.

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📖 Scripture Focus: Acts 24:10–16

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Take Courage

In this episode of Mornings with Stephen Johnsy Podcast, Stephen reflects on Acts 23:11, where the Lord tells Paul: “Take courage! As you have testified about me in Jerusalem, so you must also testify in Rome.”

Discover what it means to finish well, with four practical ways to keep pressing forward: daily renewal, faithfulness in small things, accountability in community, and keeping your eyes on the eternal prize. Includes encouragement, a heartfelt prayer, and a challenge to take courage and complete the mission God has given you.

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📖 Scripture Focus: Acts 23:11

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Joy, Sorrow, and Hope | Paul’s Farewell at Miletus

In this episode of Mornings with Stephen Johnsy Podcast, Paul’s farewell at Miletus is one of Scripture’s most human scenes: tears, embraces, prayer, and hope.

Stephen unpacks Acts 20:36–38 to illustrate how joy and sorrow can coexist, why prayerful goodbyes are important, and how the Gospel continues to write stories of reconciliation and fresh beginnings. Includes a heartfelt prayer and practical steps to end well and hope forward.

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📖 Scripture Focus: Acts 20:36-38

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Encouragement For The Journey

In this episode of Mornings with Stephen Johnsy Podcast, we reflect on Acts 20:1–2, where Paul, even after facing conflict and struggle, encouraged others and carried fresh hope with him wherever he went.

This devotional reminds us that we don’t need to be perfect to encourage others — we need to be willing. Discover how God can bring fresh hope into your life today and use you to lift others along the way. Includes a heartfelt prayer and encouragement for your journey.

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📖 Scripture Focus: Acts 20:1–2

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Conflict, Forgiveness, and Peace

In this episode of Mornings with Stephen Johnsy Podcast, we reflect on Acts 15:37–41, where Paul and Barnabas have a sharp disagreement over John Mark. This passage reminds us that even faithful Christians can clash, but God’s mission still continues — and forgiveness and reconciliation are always possible.

Discover how this story speaks to us today, reminding us to seek peace, embrace grace, and trust that God works through our imperfections. Includes a heartfelt prayer and encouragement for anyone navigating conflict or guilt.

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📖 Scripture Focus: Acts 15:37–41

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Guard Your Heart

In this episode of Mornings with Stephen Johnsypodcast, we reflect on Proverbs 4:20–23 (NLT): “Guard your heart above all else, for it determines the course of your life.”

Discover how God’s wisdom calls us to pay attention to His Word, let it sink deep into our hearts, and guard the core of who we are. Learn how guarding your heart impacts your choices, your peace, and the direction of your life today.

Includes a heartfelt prayer and encouragement to live with intentionality and wisdom.

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When God Rewires Your Mind | He Changes Your Life

In this episode of Mornings with Stephen Johnsypodcast, we reflect on Romans 12:2 (NLT): “Let God transform you into a new person by changing the way you think...”

Discover how God rewires our minds to break free from the world’s patterns of fear, comparison, and hopelessness, and replaces them with faith, peace, and clarity. This devotional explores the power of transformation, its impact on our daily lives, and why it’s essential for our walk with Christ.

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Building A Life Anchored in Prayer | Living Out Colossians 4:2

In this episode of Mornings with Stephen Johnsy Podcast, we reflect on Colossians 4:2 (NLT): “Devote yourselves to prayer with an alert mind and a thankful heart.”

Paul’s timeless encouragement challenges us to live with prayer as a daily devotion, to stay spiritually alert, and to cultivate hearts of gratitude. Discover how these three keys - prayer, alertness, and thankfulness - can shape your walk with God in today’s world.

Includes a heartfelt prayer and encouragement to devote yourself fully to prayer.

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From The Pit to Praise: A Devotional from Psalm 40

In this episode of Mornings with Stephen Johnsy Podcast, we reflect on Psalm 40 (NIV), a Psalm of waiting, deliverance, obedience, and testimony.

David reminds us that God hears our cries, lifts us from the pit, sets our feet on solid ground, and gives us a new song to sing. This devotional encourages us to trust God’s timing, live in obedience, and share His faithfulness with others.

Includes a heartfelt prayer and encouragement for anyone waiting on God or needing to be reminded of Hi...

Living with Eternal Perspective

In today’s episode of Mornings with Stephen Johnsy Podcast, we explore Psalm 39 (NIV), a reflective Psalm that reminds us of life’s brevity, the futility of wealth, and the importance of placing our hope in God.

Be encouraged to live with eternal perspective, trusting that even though life is fleeting, God’s presence and promises give true meaning to our days. Includes a heartfelt prayer and encouragement to focus on what matters most.

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📖 Scripture Focus: Psalm 39

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