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EncounterPodcast

You’re listening to Encounter Encounter was launched with a mission to offer a safe space to encounter the transcendent God in the midst of the noise of our daily routines. It is a daily podcast of sacred and mindful meditations to help you encounter the divine presence of God throughout your day.
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Humbled By The Presence

Isaiah 40:4 I pray this meditation will remind you of your longing to come near to your Creator and help you submit to the loving arms of God, humbling yourself in His presence. Does Encounter help you approach the Lord with reverence? Please consider supporting us. What emotions do you feel when you come before the Lord?...

May 26, 202522 min

See What You Believe

1 Peter 1:8-9 The theme of this meditation from 1 Peter 1 is belief. We'll contemplate how to believe in the steps toward the destination, even when you can’t see the whole path. Does Encounter help you walk faithfully with the Lord? Please consider giving! How can God use you to bring hope and belief to another?...

May 25, 202518 min

Your Light Has Come

Isaiah 60:3 The theme of this meditation from Isaiah 60 is hope. I pray you will find peace knowing there is a way forward because, with God, nothing is impossible. Does Encounter help you experience hope? Please consider giving! When last did the light of the Lord outshine your black night?...

May 24, 202519 min

A Few Close Friends

Proverbs 18:24 The theme of this meditation is friendship. Today, we'll contemplate the value of friends with whom you can share love not only in times of happiness but also in times of trouble. Does Encounter help you find a friend in Jesus? Please consider giving! How many true friends do you have?...

May 23, 202516 min

The Most Wonderful Thing

Philippians 3:13-14 Have you ever thought, "This right here. Nothing is as wonderful as this"? This guided audio meditation from Philippians 3 will offer you a fresh perspective on 'the most wonderful thing.' Does Encounter help you find peace? Please consider giving! How does your earthly wonder point to Jesus?...

May 22, 202517 min

The Deep Wound Of Betrayal

Psalm 55:22 Betrayal is one thing that binds up together. This guided audio meditation will offer you hope as you seek steady ground and comfort in the presence and trustworthiness of God. You make change happen. Please consider supporting us. When have you been betrayed when relying on someone else?...

May 21, 202519 min

Listening To Wisdom

Proverbs 15:31 Today, we'll focus on learning to listen to the gentle, true forward path of wisdom that God shares through his word and wise counsel of the godly. Does Encounter help you listen to the Lord? Please consider giving! Who are the godly voices in your life?...

May 20, 202515 min

The Truth Will Set You Free

John 8:32 The theme of this meditation from John 8 is freedom. I pray you will be encouraged to leave behind what binds, so you can race ahead free and fast into the presence of God. Does Encounter help you find freedom? Please consider giving! What thoughts, fears, regrets, or shame still hold you captive?...

May 19, 202516 min

Are You A People Pleaser?

Galatians 1:10 The theme of this meditation from Galatians 1 is approval. It is my prayer that you would find approval by finding your identity in Christ, and not the world. Does Encounter help you find peace? Please consider giving! Who does God say that you are?...

May 18, 202516 min

Hiding Strength Behind Weakness

2 Corinthians 12:10 The theme of this meditation from 2 Corinthians 12 is finding true strength in what we thought were weaknesses, unmasked in Christ. Does Encounter help you find peace? Please consider giving! Is God asking you to be his strength for someone in your life?...

May 17, 202517 min

Humbled Before God

Revelation 7:9 I pray this meditation from Revelation 7 will help you have an even greater longing to come near to your Creator, submitting yourself to the arms of God and humbling yourself in His presence. Does Encounter help you draw near to your Creator? Please consider giving! When did you last come before God simply to spend time with Him?...

May 16, 202522 min

Finding The Godly Way

Proverbs 12:25 The theme of this meditation from Proverbs 12 is choosing hope. When facing the choice between your way and His every morning, choose the way of hope found in the Godly way. Does Encounter encourage you in your relationship with the Lord? Please consider giving! What path will you choose today?...

May 15, 202516 min

Enduring Satisfaction

1 Chronicles 16:34 The center of this meditation from 1 Chronicles 16 is being contented. I pray you will spend this time giving thanks to the Lord, for He is good, for His lovingkindness endures forever. Does Encounter help you find contentment? Please consider giving! What are you thankful for today?...

May 14, 202520 min

Promises Made, Promises Kept

Hebrews 6:10 The theme of this meditation from Hebrews 6 is finding hope in promises again. We'll reflect on divine promises you can have hope in-- hope you can believe in. Does Encounter help you trust in the Lord? Please consider giving! How can you help someone see God by your own promise-keeping?...

May 13, 202518 min

Hope In The Morning

1 John 1:7 The theme of this meditation from 1 John 1 is living in the light. It is my prayer that this meditation will help you acknowledge your darkness and accept the light of God, finding hope in Him. Does Encounter help you find hope? Please consider giving! When have you experienced the light of God overtaking darkness in your life?...

May 12, 202518 min

God's Glory Revealed

Isaiah 40:3-5 I pray this meditation will help you will see how God has cleared a path in your wilderness to see Him and that you will see your ways made smooth and lifted up so you can encounter His glory. Does Encounter help you experience God's glory? Please consider giving! How has God revealed himself to you?...

May 11, 202522 min

God Sees What Is Done

Matthew 6:3 The substance of this meditation from Matthew 6 is God’s reward of love. I hope you become aware not only of your giving, but also of your motivation in giving. Does Encounter help you find peace? Please consider giving! How will others see God when they see you?...

May 10, 202520 min

Learning To Be Content

John 6:35 The theme of this meditation from John 6 is satisfaction. Today, we'll contemplate becoming quenched, satisfied, pleased, and content with all that Christ has to offer you. Are you enjoying Encounter? Please consider donating. Is there someone around you lacking spiritual nourishment?...

May 09, 202517 min

Hiding From Wolves

Psalm 59:16 The theme of this meditation from Psalm 59 is safety. It is my hope you will be encouraged to seek protection in the strong arms of God, care in his lovingkindness, and safety as you rest in his territory. Does Encounter help you find rest? Please consider giving! Why do you need God's rest and protection today?...

May 08, 202517 min

Living In The Moment

Galatians 5:1 The theme of this meditation is freedom. Today, we'll contemplate the freedom to surrender to the truth of the temporary and enjoy the fleeting footprints in the sand. Does Encounter help you find freedom? Please consider supporting us. How can you be more present in the moment today?...

May 07, 202517 min

I Want To Be Clear

John 3:36 The theme of this meditation is clarity. We can be confident of God’s message, seeing and hearing Him speak with a sharp, clear focus. Does Encounter help you find clarity? Please consider giving to us! What message has the Lord clearly delivered to you lately?...

May 06, 202515 min

The Highest Standard Of Love

Luke 6:27-28 The theme of this meditation from Luke 6 is about facing high standards. In this case, the highest standard of love. Jesus sets the standard of love as high as it can possibly be set. Does Encounter help you experience the love of God? Please consider giving! How do you define love?...

May 05, 202517 min

How Do You Approach God?

Hebrews 13:8 The theme of this meditation from Hebrews 13 is consistency with a firm foundation. Maintain a desire to pursue a very consistent foundational God while being open to new aspects of who He is. Does Encounter help you pursue the Lord? Please consider giving! Whose faith do you most admire?...

May 04, 202517 min

Future Tripping

Matthew 6:34 " Future Tripping" is p eering into the imagined future and anticipating an outcome. The theme of this meditation from Matthew 6 is overcoming anxiety by learning to live in the present moment in the presence of a very present God. Does Encounter help you live in the moment? Please consider giving! What can you do to stay in the present moment with God?...

May 03, 202515 min

A Word To The Wise

Proverbs 27:5-6 The theme of this meditation from Proverbs 27 is wisdom. Finding wisdom in sharing wise words and walking the narrow line between rebuking someone out of love and condemning someone out of anger. Does Encounter help you encounter God's wisdom? Please consider giving! Is God is calling you to share His wise words with someone today?...

May 02, 202516 min

A New Way Of Seeing

2 Corinthians 5:18 I pray this meditation will help you see the world with restored vision, allowing your view of yourself and of others to become compatible with how God sees everything. Does Encounter help you see clearly? Please consider giving! Is there an area of your life where you need "new eyes"?...

May 01, 202522 min

Feeling Satisfied

John 7:38 The theme of this meditation from John 7 is about relief. Today, we'll learn to douse the flames of dry, parched pain with the pleasing presence of God. Does Encounter help fill you with the Spirit of God? Please consider giving to us! How can you help someone be blessed and filled with Christ today?...

Apr 30, 202514 min

Finding Relief

Psalm 73:26 The theme of this meditation from Psalm 73 is finding relief by surrendering our weakness to the strength of God. Does Encounter help you find strength? Please consider giving! How can you help someone else know the strength of God?...

Apr 29, 202517 min

Entering The Gates

Psalm 100:4 In today's meditation from Psalm 100, we'll talk about entering the gate-- not of Disneyland or a giant castle, but the divine gates of heavenly splendor with thanksgiving. Does Encounter help you experience the love of Christ? Please consider giving! What are you most thankful for?...

Apr 28, 202517 min

Choose To Be Courageous

Ephesians 6:10 The theme of this meditation from Ephesians 6 is courage. I hope you will choose to be courageous and trust in the direction God has laid out for you. Does Encounter help you choose courage? Please consider giving! When did you last feel like the Cowardly Lion, in need of courage?...

Apr 27, 202517 min
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