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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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Perfect Fit

1 Peter 5:10 This meditation will help you visit the carpentry shop of Jesus' father, where you can encounter the divine presence of God and share your doubts and fears. Does Encounter help you find restoration? Please consider giving! What part of you needs restoration today?...

Aug 22, 202419 min

Spending Time In Prayer

1 Thessalonians 5:17 This meditation will help you learn to pray without ceasing by redefining time. Does Encounter help you pray without ceasing? Please consider supporting us. How can you pray without ceasing?...

Aug 21, 202418 min

Spending Time With God

Colossians 4:2 This meditation will help you be persistent and devoted to prayer so you can stay alert and focused during your time with the Lord. Does Encounter help you find quiet rest? Please consider supporting us. What do you do with the quiet time you’ve been given?...

Aug 20, 202417 min

God's Will Be Done

Matthew 6:14 This meditation will help you remember to be mindful of your actions, so others see the mercy and grace of God in all that we say and do. Does Encounter help you discover God's grace? Please consider supporting us. When did someone show you grace in a stressful situation?...

Aug 19, 202418 min

The Creator of All Creation

Revelation 4:11 This meditation from Revelation 4 will help you remember that when the world pushes against you, God is the Creator of that same world. I hope this time enables you to remember that nothing happens in all of creation without the knowledge and will of the Creator of creation. Does Encounter help you feel less alone? Please consider giving! Have you felt alone and isolated against the pressure of the world?...

Aug 18, 202419 min

God's Overcoming Hand

John 16:33 This meditation from the sixteenth chapter of John will help you remember that Jesus is the shelter you desire when the world is pushing against you. Does Encounter help you find shelter in the Lord? Please consider giving! Can you remember a time when God protected you during hard times?...

Aug 17, 202418 min

God Knows You

John 10:11 This meditation from John 10 is about coming to know the nature and character of God who knows you. You are never alone because He is always checking in. Does Encounter help you meet God? Please consider supporting us. Is there someone in your life who is feeling alone?...

Aug 16, 202419 min

God Is Righteous

Romans 3:23 The theme of this meditation from Romans 3 is coming to know the righteous nature and fair character of God so you can know God as a just and right judge. Does Encounter help you know God? Please consider giving! How have you experienced God as a just and right judge?...

Aug 15, 202419 min

God Is King Of The Earth

Psalm 47:1 The theme of this meditation from Psalm 47 is coming to know the nature and character of the God who was, is, and is to come — knowing Him as your eternal King of all Kings and Lord of all Lords. Does Encounter help you know God? Please consider giving! Who leads your life, not by law but by love?...

Aug 14, 202418 min

Future Generations

Psalm 22:31 The theme of this meditation from Psalm 22 is praying ahead-- for the future hope and salvation of those yet to come, that they hear what God has done and believe. Does Encounter help you pray for others? Please consider giving! What do you pray ahead for the generations yet to come?...

Aug 13, 202418 min

Help For Your Anxiety

Matthew 6 This meditation will take you back to the shores of the Sea of Galilee, where you can reflect on the Sermon on the Mount and meditate in the hope of Jesus’ cure for anxiety. Does Encounter help you find peace? Please consider giving! How do you react in times of fear and anxiety?...

Aug 12, 202420 min

Avoid Foolish Talk

Titus 3:10 The theme of this meditation from Titus 3 is coming to recognize and evade foolish conversations in order to pursue what is righteous. Does Encounter help you find wisdom? Please consider giving! How can you respond when you find yourself in a foolish argument?...

Aug 11, 202419 min

Be Satisfied To Show Love

John 13:34 The theme of this meditation from John 13 is a reflection on showing love, accepting Christ as our example of how to be known, and being satisfied with living our lives to love. Does Encounter help you live your life in love? Please consider giving to us! How do you show love to others? How do others show love to you?...

Aug 10, 202420 min

Being Satisfied With God

Philippians 2:8 The theme of this meditation is satisfaction. With Christ as our example, we'll learn to empty and humble ourselves to be satisfied with what we have and who we are. Does Encounter help you find satisfaction? Please consider giving! Are you most often satisfied or discontent?...

Aug 09, 202419 min

Blessed Be His Name

Luke 19:38 The theme of this meditation from Luke 19 is about revealing exciting news-- the joy-filled name of Jesus. When you hear news of great joy, you just can’t keep it bottled up. Does Encounter help you experience joy in the Lord? Please consider giving! Is God calling you to share the Good News today?...

Aug 08, 202419 min

Be Still And Know

Psalm 46:10 In today's guided audio meditation from Psalm 46, we'll talk about admitting that the presence of God is true, proper, and certain. It is sufficient, and there, you can be still. Does Encounter help you find peace? Please consider giving! What is your greatest barrier to stillness?...

Aug 07, 202422 min

Sing With Shouts Of Joy

Psalm 126:5 In today's meditation from Psalm 126, we'll focus on learning to be mindful of how joy abides within every moment of our lives, becoming aware of how even our tears can reap shouts of joy. Does Encounter help you find joy? Please consider giving! When last did you experience true joy?...

Aug 06, 202420 min

Against You And You Alone

Psalm 51:1-2 This meditation from Psalm 51 is a contemplation on forgiveness. It is my hope you will live with the assurance that encounters with God always include moments for forgiveness. Does Encounter help you encounter God? Please consider giving! Why do you need the loving forgiveness of God today?...

Aug 05, 202420 min

God’s Plans Will Prosper

Isaiah 55:110 This meditation is a contemplation on redeeming fears of missed moments in order to live with the assurance that the moments of God will accomplish what He intends. Does Encounter help you find peace? Please consider donating. How does the Lord bring your heart back to Him?...

Aug 04, 202420 min

Become Like A Child

Matthew 18:3-5 This meditation from Matthew 18 is a contemplation on humble faith. We will practice placing our trust, love, hope, and faith not in the things of the world, but in the arms of God. Does Encounter help you trust the Lord? Please consider giving! What do you need to surrender to the loving arms of God?...

Aug 03, 202418 min

All I Am Is Yours

Psalm 24:1 This meditation is a contemplation of ownership. During this time, we'll reflect on how to change any old claims of possession. Does Encounter help you walk with the Lord? Please consider giving! What are you holding on to too tightly?...

Aug 02, 202418 min

May My Words Be Gentle

Proverbs 15:1 If you find yourself answering with harsh and emotional words when you feel attacked, I pray this meditation from Proverbs 15 will help you learn a new and gentle response that turns away anger. Does Encounter help you find peace? Please consider giving! Who needs to hear a gentle response from you today?...

Aug 01, 202418 min

Turning To God

Isaiah 55:6-7 This meditation will help you turn from your natural state to the divine-- from past to present, toward the mind of Christ. We cannot bring God's peace without you. Please give. Who do you know that is in need of turning to God?...

Jul 31, 202418 min

Turning Toward Righteousness

Amos 5:24 This meditation is a reflection on turning away from what is corrupt and turning towards what is virtuous. Does Encounter help you choose that which is virtuous? Please consider giving! Are there things in your life you need to turn away from today?...

Jul 30, 202419 min

Turning Towards True Rest

Matthew 11:28 This meditation from Matthew 11 is a reflection on finding rest in the presence of God. I pray you will discover how to turn away from the false rest of the world to find true rest in Jesus, the fulfillment of all that you seek. Does Encounter help you find rest? Please consider giving! Do you find the most peaceful retreat in creation or the Creator?...

Jul 29, 202419 min

The Peace of Jesus

John 14:27 In the Bible, Jesus describes perfect peace that only He can give to you. This meditation from the 14th chapter of John is designed to help you discover the peace you can have when you dwell in the divine presence of God. Does Encounter help you find peace? Please consider giving! When did you last rest in the peaceful presence of God?...

Jul 28, 202419 min

Hungering After God

Matthew 5:6 This meditation is about hungering less for what the world provides and more for what nourishes us eternally-- the heavenly nourishment that will never leave us hungry or thirsty again. Do you enjoy Encounter? Please consider donating. Thank you! What do you turn to for comfort when you are hungry and thirsty?...

Jul 27, 202421 min

The Effective Prayer

1 John 5:14 The theme of this meditation is alignment. We'll spend time calling on God to balance your longings with His, asking Him to align your desires with his delight. Are you enjoying Encounter? Please consider donating. What prayers has God recently answered?...

Jul 26, 202419 min

Treasure in Jars of Clay

2 Corinthians 4:7-9 This meditation is a reflection on treasure hunting. You may feel like a fragile jar of clay, but there is a treasure within you-- the very presence and indwelling of the power of God. Does Encounter help you spend time with the Lord? Please consider giving! How can you help someone see the treasure in you today?...

Jul 25, 202420 min

Treasure In Solitude

Matthew 6:6 This meditation from Matthew 6 is a gift of solitude within, reflecting on the voice of the Divine presence from within you. To hear it, you need to be in solitude, even when your world is crowded. Does Encounter help you find solitude? Please consider giving to us! Where do you escape when you seek solitude?...

Jul 24, 202419 min
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