Today we present an encore episode originally from Season 2, titled "The Filter of God's Love." This meditation will focus on seeing God through the filter of His great Love for us. "See how very much our Father loves us, for he calls us his children, and that is what we are!" 1 John 3:1 NLT Listen to your loving Heavenly Father whisper over you today… "I have loved you with an everlasting love; I have drawn you with unfailing kindness." - Jeremiah 31:3 NLT Take a few moments to embrace and rece...
Aug 02, 2021•9 min
Today we present an encore episode originally from Season 2, titled "The Lens of True Identity." The Kingdom of God is in your midst." Luke 17:21 TLV Through Christ, we are all daughters and sons of the King of Kings! That makes us royalty! Esther 4:14 - "Who knows but that you have come to your royal position for such a time as this?" What if we lived each day embracing our true identity as part of a royal family? Emily P. Freeman says it like this: "When we let ourselves become who we already ...
Jul 26, 2021•8 min
Today's meditation is an encore episode originally from Season 2, titled "Glance Toward Heaven." We will focus on Psalm 111, a Psalm of praise. One of the ways to see God more clearly, is through the practice of gratitude and praise. As we glance toward heaven in praise, we recognize and give our Creator His rightful place of honor in our lives. Take a deep breath… becoming aware of God… with you. Psalm 111:1-4 - " Praise the Lord! I will thank the Lord with all my heart as I meet with his godly...
Jul 19, 2021•8 min
Today we present an encore episode from Season 2 titled, "Breath of The Almighty." "The Spirit of God has made me, and the breath of the Almighty gives me life." Job 33:4 ESV This is a teaching meditation focusing on breathing as a way of stilling our soul. We take about 20,000 breaths a day without even thinking about it. The stresses of life cause our breathing to become more rapid and shallow. Many health experts agree, one of the best things we can do for overall health is to change how we i...
Jul 12, 2021•7 min
Today is our 2nd Anniversary Celebration of The Daily Still Podcast! Host Cindy Helton shares how stillness has benefited her faith journey and we also hear how stillness has benefited some of our listeners. It’s a joy and blessing to include these voices from the Daily Still community. Special thank you to: Celia A. Miller, Gretchen Williams, Egon Cossou, Hunter Williams, LaToya NaShae, Allison Sawyers, Clyde Helton, Karyn Humphries, Lisa Rowell, Cherly Lemle. Psalm 46:10 - "Be still and know t...
Jul 05, 2021•12 min•Season 4Ep. 31
The Daily Still Podcast is celebrating our 2nd year celebration episode that will release on July 5, 2021. We’d love to include snippets of voices from our listeners in this special podcast, and hear how stillness has benefited you. Please email TheDailyStill@gmail.com and we’ll send you more details. All submissions must be received by July 2, 2021. JESUS THE TEACHER “You are the light of the world. Let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your ...
Jun 28, 2021•9 min•Season 4Ep. 30
Today we are pleased to present a guest meditation by Aaron Niequist. Aaron is a liturgist, writer, and pastor who recently graduated from General Theological Seminary in NYC. After leading worship at Mars Hill Church (Grand Rapids, MI) and Willow Creek Church (Barrington, IL), he created A New Liturgy - a collection of modern liturgical worship recordings. He then curated a discipleship-focused, formational, ecumenical, practice-based community at Willow Creek called “The Practice”. Aaron relea...
Jun 21, 2021•15 min•Season 4Ep. 29
Today we’ll meditate on Psalm 42, a Psalm of lament. The Psalmist expresses his honest complaints to God, mingled with expressions of trust. We too are invited to come with an open and honest heart before God. As the deer longs for streams of water, so I long for you, O God. Psalm 42:1 Often we rush into God’s Presence, take a quick drink of His Living Water, then hurry off, hoping it will sustain us for the day. But What would it look like to long for God like the deer pants for water as a sour...
Jun 14, 2021•12 min•Season 4Ep. 28
Today we are pleased to present a guest meditation led by Justin McRoberts. Justin is an author, coach, songwriter, and retreat leader who just released a new book titled, “It Is What You Make of It.” Justin is also the host of the podcast @ Sea with Justin McRoberts and co-founding pastor of Shelter-Vineyard Church Community in Concord, CA. He lives in the Oakland-San Francisco Bay area with his wife, Amy, and two children and regularly travels to speak at churches and colleges, as well as lead...
Jun 07, 2021•12 min•Season 4Ep. 27
Today we focus on God as The Author of Life. "This is the day that the Lord has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it." Psalm 118:24 - So how will you use the hours and minutes of this day? What will guide your thoughts and actions? As we arrange our day to listen for God’s whispers, we open ourselves up to being guided by His transforming love. Theologian, Father Thomas Merton said: "To be grateful is to recognize the love of God in everything He has given us — and He has given us everything. ...
May 31, 2021•8 min•Season 4Ep. 26
The Breath of God - Pentecost Welcome to our Monday Meditation series where we begin our week by focusing on the Names and attributes of God. This week we focus on Pentecost and the Holy Spirit. Today we are honored to present a special guest meditation by Olly Ryder from Plymouth England. Olly is an Anglican priest and church planter, and runs a city centre resource church with his wife, Ali. Olly shared Christian meditation has helped him slow down and tap into more stillness, silence and soli...
May 24, 2021•12 min•Season 4Ep. 25
This meditation focuses on Jesus as the Water of Life. You are invited to join us as we practice a few moments of surrender and settle into the awareness of God’s refreshing Presence. Where do you need to be refreshed by the Living Water of Jesus? Whoever believes in me, as the Scripture has said, ‘Out of his heart will flow rivers of living water.’ - John 7:38 For I will pour water on the thirsty land, and streams on the dry ground; I will pour my Spirit upon your offspring, and my blessing on ...
May 17, 2021•12 min•Season 4Ep. 24
"The Quiet Within" is a guest meditation from author Gretchen Rodriguez. Gretchen shares an excerpt from her new book The Encounter, 40 Days of Fasting with Jesus. Gretchen has authored several devotionals alongside Brian Simmons to accompany The Passion Translation. Her heart burns with one main message: intimacy with Jesus and discovering the reality of his presence. She and her husband invested nine years as missionaries in Puerto Rico, along with their three daughters, and now make Redding, ...
May 10, 2021•8 min•Season 4Ep. 23
Today's meditation focuses on the God of Unity. Unity always looks like Jesus. It is a place of LOVE. This meditation looks at the spiritual practice of Self Examination. We pause to ask God to search our hearts and reveal the ways we have strayed from His Love and truth. We invite God to help us know ourselves in the Light of HIs Love, Closing Prayer - A Prayer for The Church: William Laud, theologian and clergyman, England, 17th Century
May 03, 2021•11 min•Season 4Ep. 22
The Friendship of Jesus This meditation focuses on Jesus as our Friend. Friendship is one of the most beautiful characteristics of our relationship with God. When we think of true friendship, we think of a casual, comfortable and relaxed relationship. So as you enter this time of meditation, consider it a conversation with Jesus, your most trustworthy Friend. Scripture References: John 15:13 BSB Ephesians 3:14 The Message Bible
Apr 26, 2021•8 min•Season 4Ep. 21
Today’s meditation focuses on God as our Redeemer. The God of the Universe stepped down from glory and became human flesh in the person of Jesus - the “Redeemer and Savior” of the world. We are in the Easter season of the Church, known as “Eastertide.” As we participate in the seasons of the Church, we join with those who have gone before us in practicing sacred rhythms that are so important to our faith. These rhythms help to guide us in spiritual transformation. Each season of the Church bring...
Apr 19, 2021•9 min•Season 4Ep. 20
THE POWER OF GOD The Bible refers to God as all-powerful or omnipotent. He is profoundly more powerful than we can ever grasp. This meditation focuses on the attribute of God’s supernatural power that holds together all the forces of the universe….and yet…His power is made perfect in you and me. The same powerful God who parted the Red Sea is with you on your journey. Our scripture meditation is from Exodus 13,14 and 15 NLT.
Apr 12, 2021•10 min•Season 4Ep. 19
God of Rest The Daily Still Podcast is a community of Christ seekers desiring to step away from the busyness and noise of daily life in order to rest in the Lord. Today we’ll look at the pausing places in life a little closer. So find a comfortable place where you can truly enter a posture of rest in your body, soul, mind, and spirit. Take several deep breaths. Simply be present in these moments, with whatever is true about you. Resist the urge to hurry or strive during this time. My soul finds ...
Apr 05, 2021•11 min•Season 4Ep. 18
The Hope of The World - Resurrection Sunday “He is risen! He is risen indeed!” The angel said to the women, "Do not be afraid, for I know that you are looking for Jesus, who was crucified. He is not here; he has risen, just as he said." - Matthew 28:5-6 On Easter Sunday, all sorrow of holy week is turned to joy and praise. Holy Week reveals contrasts: the crucifixion and the resurrection, death and life, sin and salvation, sorrow and hope. Pause for a few moments and breathe in this holy exchang...
Apr 04, 2021•10 min•Season 4Ep. 17
THE WORLD WAITS - HOLY SATURDAY "Wait on the mercy of your Lord Jesus Christ." - Jude 21 On this day, the Lord Jesus Christ lays in the tomb after his death on the cross. But God is always at work behind the scenes and beyond what we can see or imagine. And so we wait in hope of the glorious resurrection. What are you waiting for in your life and hoping to be true? "I wait quietly before God…for my victory comes from him." - Psalm 62:1 NLT If Jesus did not give up on us and abandon us before goi...
Apr 03, 2021•9 min•Season 4Ep. 16
GOOD FRIDAY OF HOLY WEEK "But he was pierced for our transgressions, he was crushed for our iniquities; the punishment that brought us peace was on him, and by his wounds we are healed." Isaiah 53:5 NIV Today we look at the cross and remember the price Jesus paid, as He took our sin upon Himself. Jesus, became sin…for us. As Jesus continued his journey through passion week, His throne would be a cross, and his crown would be made of thorns. Jesus could have chosen to stop the journey before the ...
Apr 02, 2021•9 min•Season 4Ep. 15
HOLY THURSDAY – THE LAST SUPPER The Last Supper, shared by Jesus and His disciples, is commemorated on this Holy Thursday. This meal was rich in symbolic meaning. As believers, we are all invited to come together as one family, to the table of our Lord. Matthew 26:26-30 (NIV) " While they were eating, Jesus took bread, and when he had given thanks, he broke it and gave it to his disciples, saying, 'Take and eat; this is my body.' Then he took a cup, and when he had given thanks, he gave it to th...
Apr 01, 2021•10 min•Season 4Ep. 14
Jesus Anointed and Betrayed - Holy Wednesday Meditation Matthew 26:6-13 NIV – (Jesus Anointed at Bethany) "While Jesus was in Bethany in the home of Simon the Leper, a woman came to him with an alabaster jar of very expensive perfume, which she poured on his head as he was reclining at the table. When the disciples saw this, they were indignant. “Why this waste?” they asked. “This perfume could have been sold at a high price and the money given to the poor.” Aware of this, Jesus said to them, “W...
Mar 31, 2021•11 min•Season 4Ep. 13
"I Am The Way, The Truth, and The Life. No one can come to the father except through me." - John 14:6 NIV On Holy Tuesday, the religious leaders tried to discredit Jesus' power and ultimate authority. But Jesus clearly states his deity and authority in John 14:6. He is the way, the truth and the life. He died so that we can have personal access to the Father. Jesus invites us to trust in Him. Silence and solitude is a place of resting and trusting in God. We invite you to pause for a few moments...
Mar 30, 2021•8 min•Season 4Ep. 12
On Monday of Holy Week, Jesus tells his disciples – “I tell you the truth, if you have faith and don’t doubt, you can do things like this and much more. You can even say to this mountain, 'May you be lifted up and thrown into the sea,' and it will happen. You can pray for anything, and if you have faith, you will receive it.” - Matthew 21:21-22 Jesus suffered so all people, his entire creation, could be set free. Lift up your prayers, in faith, for yourself, your family, your community and the w...
Mar 29, 2021•9 min•Season 4Ep. 11
Palm Sunday Meditation - Encore Episode from 2020 “Faith is the gaze of a soul…upon a saving God.” - A.W. Tozer " I lift up my eyes to the mountains—where does my help come from? My help comes from the Lord, the Maker of heaven and earth." Psalm 121:1-2 This meditation focuses on Psalm 121, known as a Psalm of Ascent. These Psalms were sung by Hebrew pilgrims on their way to Jerusalem and possibly while ascending the steps of the Temple. It’s remarkable to note, that Jesus and His disciples woul...
Mar 28, 2021•9 min•Season 4Ep. 10
This meditation focuses on the timelessness of God as the “I AM” for all generations. The I Am - Prayer Portions, Sylvia Gunter thefathersbusiness.com Scripture Reference Exodus 3:14-15 NLT Meditation written and guided by Cindy L. Helton Produced by Jess Olekshy Music and mastering by Mike Olekshy Connect with @thedailystill on social media
Mar 22, 2021•11 min•Season 4Ep. 9
Today we’ll meditate upon the Prayer of Saint Patrick of Ireland (5th Century). This prayer encompasses many names and attributes of God. Let us stand together on the faith and testimony of those who have gone before us. John 1:1,21-22 NIV St. Patrick’s Prayer May the Strength of God pilot us. May the Power of God preserve us. May the Wisdom of God instruct us. May the Hand of God protect us. May the Way of God direct us. May the Shield of God defend us. May the Host of God guard us Against the ...
Mar 15, 2021•10 min•Season 4Ep. 8
King of Glory – "You are worthy, O Lord, to receive glory and honor and power; For You created all things, And by Your will they exist and were created." - Revelation 4:11 NKJV All the earth bears witness to the glory of God. Join us as we pause in holy awe and bear witness too. "For as the waters fill the sea, the earth will be filled with an awareness of the glory of the Lord." Habakkuk 2:14 "Honor and majesty are before him; strength and beauty are in his sanctuary." Psalm 96:6 "Who is this K...
Mar 08, 2021•9 min•Season 4Ep. 7
The God Who Listens - Today we make space to sit with the Lord, becoming aware of His Presence. Silence helps us settle the external and internal noise and distractions in order to hear God more clearly. My dear brothers and sisters, take note of this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry, James 1:19 NIV God tells us to “Be still and know that I am God.” Psalm 46:10 As we are silent before the Lord, we let go of words so we can embrace Christ at the center o...
Mar 01, 2021•10 min•Season 4Ep. 6
