Join Kristin for this powerful encounter episode complementing the Psalm 4 teaching. Experience the pivotal moment when Jesus and Peter lock eyes after Peter's denial - a beautiful parallel to David's cry in Psalm 4:6: "Let the light of your radiant face break through and shine upon us." This guided encounter reveals how Jesus turns toward us in our shame and failure, declaring "You're okay because I'm okay." The Biblical Moment Luke 22:61 - After Peter denies Jesus for the third time, Jesus tur...
Jun 25, 2025•14 min•Ep. 228
In this episode of the Encountering God through the Book of Psalms series, Kristin explores Psalm 4 and David's beautiful process of moving from desperation to unexplainable joy. Discover how to find peace and safety in God's presence, even when facing enemies, shame, or fear. This psalm reveals the healing power of encountering God face-to-face and shows us how to move from anxiety to living unafraid. Key Themes The rhythm of evening prayer and finding safety before sleep David's emotional jour...
Jun 25, 2025•18 min•Ep. 227
"Selah - pause, sit, and allow it to sink into our hearts" Psalm 3 Encounter: God's Shield, A Warm Glory Blanket This guided meditation is designed to help you tangibly feel God's protection and peace. Building on the previous teaching episode on Psalm 3, this 5-minute encounter invites you to experience the same safety and surrounding glory that David wrote about while fleeing from Absalom. Host Kristin Chadwick guides you through an imaginative prayer time where you can viscerally experience w...
Jun 18, 2025•12 min•Ep. 226
Psalm 3 Teaching: Trust in Crisis | Show Notes "When life feels like you're running for your life, where do you turn?" In this episode of Wholistic Hearts, Kristin Chadwick takes us deep into Psalm 3 to discover how to trust God in the midst of crisis. Written by King David while literally fleeing for his life from his own son Absalom's rebellion, this psalm offers us a timeless three-step pattern for navigating overwhelming circumstances with faith instead of fear. Join Kristin as she unpacks t...
Jun 18, 2025•24 min•Ep. 225
Hey friend! Welcome to this week's encounter episode - a guided meditation to accompany our Psalm 2 teaching. This is where we get to use our sanctified imagination to meet Jesus in Scripture! In this gentle encounter, you'll be invited into the Throne Room to see King Jesus in all His majesty and victory. As you settle into His presence, you'll experience Him as your Warrior who fights for you and laughs at your enemies. Take some time to really see Him on the throne - His colors, His crown, Hi...
Jun 11, 2025•14 min•Ep. 224
Encountering the Book of Psalms Welcome back to Wholistic Hearts! This week we're diving into Psalm 2 in our "Encountering the Book of Psalms" series, and oh my goodness - there's so much treasure here! While Psalm 1 was about our personal choice to follow Jesus, Psalm 2 zooms out to show us the big picture: Jesus is the victorious King of Kings! This psalm prophetically declares Jesus as God's beloved Son - the same words spoken at His baptism. In this episode, we'll explore: • How Psalms 1 and...
Jun 11, 2025•18 min•Ep. 223
Psalm 1 Encounter Grab a journal, a comfy spot, and allow yourself to meditate on Psalm 1. Psalms 1:1-3 TPT What delight comes to the one who follows God’s ways! His passion is to remain true to the Word of “I AM,” meditating day and night on the true revelation of light. He will be standing firm like a flourishing tree planted by God’s design, deeply rooted by the brooks of bliss, bearing fruit in every season of life. He is never dry, never fainting, ever blessed, ever prosperous.” Questions f...
Jun 04, 2025•17 min•Ep. 222
Encountering the Book of Psalms In Dietrich Bonhoeffer's book about the book of Psalms, He wrote “David prayed the psalms. Jesus prayed the psalms after David. We pray the psalms after Jesus. And with Jesus and through Jesus….How does the psalms sound through the lips of Jesus?” Let's read through first Psalm together. What stands out to you? Meditate is "hagah" which means to imagine, meditate, mourn, mutter, roar, sore, speak, study. Journal Prompts: What do I focus on during the day and night...
Jun 04, 2025•22 min•Ep. 221
Kristin is welcoming listeners into this new series: Encountering the Book of Psalms . This isn’t just about reading scripture—it’s about experiencing the heart of God. The Psalms show us a whole and honest heart. They hold grief and hope, joy and fear, peace in the middle of anxiety. They remind us that we’re not alone in our emotions—and that God meets us right in the middle of them. As you read, read slowly. Let the words anchor you. Let them point you back to Him. This series is an invitatio...
May 28, 2025•16 min
Kristin welcomes Chantal, author of Voice of the Queen, for a powerful conversation about what it really means to encounter God. For Chantal, the throne room wasn’t just a metaphor. It was something she stepped into and experienced in a deeply personal way. Through Isaiah 6 and Revelation 4, she helps us understand what happens when we meet with God—not in theory, but in reality. When we stop talking about Him and actually listen for His voice, everything begins to shift. God is always moving fo...
May 14, 2025•56 min
Kristin leads you into an encounter that invites you to explore the secret place—the quiet, personal space where you meet with God. It’s not heavily guided. Just enough to create space, ask a question, and let Him speak. You’re encouraged to pause and imagine: What does the secret place look like for you? For some, it looks like a garden. For others, it’s the beach. Or a quiet space tucked inside your heart. There’s no right or wrong. It’s personal. It’s yours. And He’s there. Take a deep breath...
Apr 30, 2025•11 min
There’s a place deep within each of us that doesn’t need to perform, prove, or strive. It’s quiet—not because life is—but because God meets us there in stillness. This is the secret place. It’s not hidden from us. It’s hidden for us. The secret place isn’t just about carving out quiet time in a busy schedule. It’s about connection. Intimacy. A moment set apart between you and God, where your heart is fully known and fully safe. God is always available. Always near. He doesn’t need perfect words ...
Apr 23, 2025•21 min
Join Eugene today for a beautiful encounter with Jesus as we reflect on Passion Week—the final, sacred days of Jesus' life. Through this time of procession and recess, we are invited not just to observe, but to enter into a deep conversation with Him. Jesus is offering us Himself—his limitless hope, his freedom, his newness. In this intimate space, we are called to reflect on the depths of his sacrifice and the profound love he is pouring out. Let this week be a moment of true encounter, where w...
Apr 16, 2025•18 min
What Goliath is standing in front of you right now? The one that taunts you. Intimidates you. Speaks lies louder than truth. In 1 Samuel 17, David walks toward Goliath—not with heavy armor, but with full confidence in the God beside him. Graham Cooke describes it not just as a battle, but as an encounter—a moment with God filled with presence and promise. You’re invited into that same kind of moment. Join Kristin in today's encounter. Take time today to pause and ask: What are the Goliaths you a...
Apr 09, 2025•16 min
The Sabbath is a chance to pause, listen, and reflect. It’s a time to step back, encounter Jesus in the everyday, and allow Him to speak. Kristin is reflecting on ten questions today to guide your conversation with Jesus. This serves as a simple guide to help you take a Sabbath Pause—a moment to be still, free of distractions and agendas. Just breathe and let your heart settle. In the quiet, open yourself to reflection. Consider what you need to release, where you have seen God’s presence, and w...
Apr 02, 2025•16 min
Kristin is joined by Laura for another deep and powerful conversation about stepping into the new life God has given us. This episode is full of encouragement, validation, and a reminder that it’s okay to leave the past behind in order to seek Him fully. A foundational truth of the kingdom is that we are made new in Christ. Yet so often, we find ourselves trying to fix, repair, or perfect our old selves—as if Jesus came to simply clean up our past rather than give us a completely new identity. B...
Mar 26, 2025•41 min
In this conversation, Kristin welcomes her good friend, Laura, to explore what it truly means to renew the mind. It’s not about grand, overwhelming changes—it’s about simple, intentional shifts. A small act of obedience. A willingness to listen. So often, negative thoughts hold us back, but renewal starts with awareness. How are we showing up in the world? Are we aligning our thoughts with what God has ordained? When we take the time to shift our mindset, even slightly, we begin to see transform...
Mar 19, 2025•47 min
Kristin has invited her dear friend Jenny to guide us through James 5—a chapter that calls us to real faith in action. It’s a reminder to trust God’s timing, live with integrity, pray with confidence, and care deeply for others. As Jenny walks us through this passage, she invites us to do more than just read—to sit with God, soak in his presence, and reflect on his words. This is a moment to slow down, to quiet our hearts, and to truly listen. Love what we are doing here on Wholistic Hearts, her...
Mar 12, 2025•33 min
Kristin invites you to step into an encounter with Jesus, sitting with the truth of James 4. This chapter calls us to humble ourselves before God, to acknowledge the weight of our hearts and our need for his grace. James 4 reminds us that when we draw near to God, he draws near to us. In this moment, you don’t need to have everything figured out—you simply need to come close. Take a deep breath. Close your eyes. Imagine standing in a heavenly courtroom, with Jesus beside you, not as a judge, but...
Mar 05, 2025•31 min
Kristin asks you to pause with James 3, not just to read, but to sit in the weight of its truth. This chapter isn’t just about words—it’s about the heart behind them. What we speak reveals what’s inside us. Our words hold power, shaping the world around us and the lives of those who hear them. James 3 urges us to be aware, to recognize that what flows from our mouths begins in the depths of our hearts. Take a moment. Be still. Ask Jesus to show you what’s within. What is He speaking over you? Wh...
Feb 26, 2025•24 min
Kristin invites you into an encounter with the words of James 2. This isn’t just about reading—it’s about letting these verses wash over you and open your heart. Take a moment with James 2 this week. Read it slowly, allowing the wisdom to sink in. Let verse 13 speak to you: Mercy triumphs over judgment. Kristin encourages you to reflect on how this truth shapes your perspective. What is the Holy Spirit inviting you to see? How can mercy become the lens through which you view others today? Wholis...
Feb 19, 2025•23 min
Welcome to Wholistic Hearts Podcast Here on Wholistic Hearts, I think it’s important for me to state the foundation of what I share hear on the podcast. This has been adapted to be personal to me but is the same beliefs as Bethel Church in Redding, CA. I believe in the Trinity- The Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. There is only one true God who is the King of Kings, Creator, and Redeemer of all. He is better than we think. Always in a good mood. He is the pinnacle of 1 Corinthians 13- Love himself....
Feb 13, 2025•23 sec
Kristin invites you to walk through the book of James—not just as a study, but as an encounter. Each week, take time to sit with these words and ask the Holy Spirit to meet you in them. This week, start with James 1. Read through the chapter, letting it settle in. Then, pause at verse 17: Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of lights… Kristin encourages you to ask the Holy Spirit to reveal what He wants to show you. What is He highlighting? What is He calling f...
Feb 12, 2025•23 min
If you’ve ever wondered when or how to have a quiet time, or where to even begin reading the Bible, you’re not alone. It’s one of those questions that can feel overwhelming, but the good news is—there’s no one-size-fits-all approach. Kristin shares her personal approach to quiet time and Bible reading, reminding us that this isn’t about following a rigid formula—it’s about a relationship. This is between you and Jesus, and the Holy Spirit will guide you. That’s the gift we’ve been given. The way...
Feb 05, 2025•34 min
In Matthew 13:51-52, Jesus speaks about treasures stored in our hearts. Kristin leads us through this scripture, reminding us that Jesus is the keeper of our hearts, filling them with treasures of His love and grace. As we reflect on this, we say with full hearts, "Jesus, we love You with everything. Thank You for filling our hearts with treasures that only You can give." Love what we are doing here on Wholistic Hearts, here are three ways to help us spread this Good News Share with a friend! Le...
Jan 29, 2025•11 min
In Matthew 11:28-30, Jesus offers us an alternative: "come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.” This invitation today remind us that we don’t have to carry our struggles alone. Jesus invites us to lay down the weight of self-reliance and step into the rest only he can provide. Love what we are doing here on Wholistic Hearts, here are three ways to help us spread this Good News Share with a friend! Leave a review! And buy me a coffee. https://www.buymeacoffee.com/...
Jan 22, 2025•13 min
An invitation to experience and step into the secret place with Holy Spirit and step into these two verses of Hebrews 12:1-2. Love what we are doing here on Wholistic Hearts, here are three ways to help us spread this Good News Share with a friend! Leave a review! And buy me a coffee. https://www.buymeacoffee.com/kchadwick https://www.facebook.com/groups/mindbodyspiritholisticfaithforchristianwomen...
Jan 15, 2025•10 min
Have you ever heard that voice in your head that says, "I am too much." "I am too little." "I can't do this." You are not along my friend. On this episode, I share how we can break free from this common narrative through bringing it to our trustworthy Jesus and allowing Him to take hold of the things that burden our minds. Through looking in depth at Hebrews 12:1-2, I hope you are encouraged to pause, reflect, exchange, and get that pep talk from your one and only, Coach Jesus, to run your perfe...
Jan 15, 2025•23 min
Hello Wholistic Hearts family! I've missed you immensely. For a year, the Lord had nudged my heart to get quiet, get focused, heal, and to take a season to let Him work in me. This episode I share the not-so pretty and tied up bows of 2024 and the past year's lessons from laying down this podcast. I am so excited to be back and journey forward alongside of you! Thank you to my listeners who still listened over the past year- I am humbled by your listening even while I was radio silent here on th...
Jan 01, 2025•20 min•Ep. 201
Thank you to all who have listened and supported Wholistic Hearts podast since 2020. It all started with a fire in my voice to be let out because God's story on my heart. Many blessings and TOV fruit to you Dear Listener. Until I return.... To reach out: https://www.facebook.com/kristinfieldschadwick https://www.instagram.com/kristinfieldschadwick Follow me on my other podcast- Wholistic Podcasting: Podcast Coaching for Christian Female Entrepreneurs https://kristinfieldschadwick.com/wholistic-p...
Dec 28, 2023•19 min
