The Morning Table

What if the very things you're holding onto are keeping you from the greater fruit God desires to produce? In this guest standalone episode of The Morning Table , Dr. Sharliese Boateng walks us through John 15 and invites us to see pruning from a different perspective. If you've ever wrestled with letting go, questioned God's process, or wondered why He would remove something that seem...

In a world that measures success by likes, comments, shares, and visibility, it's easy to question whether our work is making a difference. But what if the greatest impact is happening in places we'll never see? In this episode of The Morning Table , we explore the difference between visible recognition and eternal significance. We'll reflect on Paul's reminder to boast in the Lord...

In this Guest Encouragement episode of The Morning Table , Jason Marshall explores a truth that many of us struggle to embrace: sometimes separation is part of God’s plan for elevation. Through biblical examples such as Abraham, Joseph, and even Christ, Jason reminds us that God may call us away from familiar people, places, or seasons. And not to harm us, but to prepare us for a greater purpose....

What if the breakthrough you’ve been praying for is connected to a decision made in what feels like an ordinary moment? In this Guest Encouragement episode, Vakeisa Jones shares how God often uses single moments and consistent obedience to shift the course of our lives. Through the example of Pentecost in Acts 2, she reminds us of the importance of being in the right place, at the right time, and...

Today at The Morning Table , we’re talking about the importance of protecting what truly matters. We naturally guard things we consider valuable—our homes, finances, and possessions. But sometimes, the things that shape our lives the most are the things we leave most exposed: our hearts, our peace, our purpose, and our relationship with the Lord. Proverbs 4:23 reminds us to guard our heart with in...

Growth can be uncomfortable, especially when others expect you to stay the same. As creatives, it’s easy to feel boxed in by what worked before or by what people have come to expect from us. But God doesn’t call us to remain in past versions of ourselves. He calls us forward. In this episode of The Morning Table , we explore what it means to embrace creative and spiritual growth, even when it’s mi...

In Exodus 31, God calls Bezalel by name and fills him with His Spirit to create. But He doesn’t stop there. He appoints others alongside him and says He has given ability to all who are able. That means this: You’re not overlooked. You’re not empty. And you’re not random in what you carry. Today’s episode of The Morning Table is a reminder that you’ve been filled for what you’ve been called to. Pu...

In this Resurrection-inspired episode of The Morning Table , we reflect on the power of God’s timing and how what feels delayed or buried in our lives may not be dead at all. Before the cross, there were moments when Jesus could not be taken because His time had not yet come. And even after the cross, the grave was not the end of the story. Everything unfolded exactly when it was meant to. As crea...

There is a particular kind of sting that comes when rejection doesn’t come from strangers but from people who know you. People who watched you grow up. People who remember who you were before the healing, before the discipline, before the calling became visible. In this episode, we reflect on Jesus’ words that a prophet is not honored in his own town (Mark 6:4) and explore why familiarity can some...

Having a gift doesn’t mean we’ve mastered it. Proverbs reminds us that wisdom isn’t rooted in talent alone; it grows through humility, instruction, and a willingness to be taught. In this episode of The Morning Table , we reflect on the importance of remaining teachable, even when we know we’re gifted. This episode also reminds us that Godly guidance matters. Wisdom builds when we allow the Holy S...

Sometimes the very gift God gave us can begin to feel heavy. The responsibility of creating, serving, or showing up can slowly turn into exhaustion. But Jesus tells us that His burden is light. So when the weight feels crushing, something may be out of place. In this episode of The Morning Table , we reflect on the difference between God-given weight and self-imposed heaviness. Not all weariness c...

We all make plans, mapping out where we think we should go and how quickly we should get there. But Proverbs 16:9 reminds us that while we may plan our course, it is the Lord who establishes our steps. In this episode of The Morning Table , we talk about the freedom and faith required to change directions when God redirects our path. Closed doors, delayed answers, and unexpected pivots don’t mean...

As we enter a new year, it’s easy to focus on what we want to change. But in Matthew 9:16–17, Jesus reminds us that new things require new space and a renewed posture of trust. In this episode of The Morning Table , we reflect on what it means to make room for the “new wine” God wants to pour into our lives while remembering that God Himself never changes. His character, His faithfulness, and His...

We often assume calling, creativity, and influence begin on a stage, but Scripture tells a different story. In Luke 1:80, we see that before John the Baptist was ever seen or heard, he was formed in the wilderness. In this episode of The Morning Table , we reflect on the hidden seasons when there’s no audience, no applause, and no visibility. We briefly discuss why those seasons aren’t delays, but...

In Episode 9 of The Morning Table , we lean on Matthew 6:4 to give us our standard for recognition.  In today’s society, we have been made to believe that if what we do isn’t done in public, then we really aren’t doing anything worth recognizing or worth noting. Today’s episode is a reminder that your sowing doesn’t have to be visible publicly for God to see it.  Because God’s eyes stretch farther...

In Episode 8 of The Morning Table , we explore a truth many people need to hear: you don’t have to be loud to be effective. Using 1 Kings 19:12 as our anchor, we reflect on Elijah’s encounter with God. An encounter not in the wind, the earthquake, or the fire, but in a gentle whisper. In a world that often equates influence with noise, visibility, and platform, God reminds us that His power is jus...

Waiting can feel frustrating, stagnant, or even discouraging, especially when you're praying, working, hoping, and still not seeing the movement you expected. But today’s verse reminds us that waiting is not wasted when God is in it. In this episode, we explore Lamentations 3:25 and the transformative difference between waiting on God and waiting with Him. When we shift our focus from the outc...

In this episode of The Morning Table , we’re reminded that everything God calls us to do begins with what He’s already placed within us. The work He’s doing in you isn’t random; it’s intentional. From the inside out, He shapes your heart, your will, and your capacity to carry out His purpose. We’ll look at how what God placed within you—your gifts, ideas, and strengths—isn’t meant to be compared o...

We've heard, "comparison is the thief of joy." But it can also be the thief of progress. By looking at others and feeling like we haven't arrived, we may just be delaying or voiding our arrival at the destination God has for us. In today's episode of The Morning Table, we are reminded to lay aside comparison, water the seeds God has given us to plant, and wait for the harvest...

Galatians 6:9: "Let us not grow weary in doing good, for in due season we will reap, if we do not give up." This episode of The Morning Table is for the weary creative, the faithful worker, the believer who’s been obedient but hasn’t yet seen the results they hoped for. Maybe the platform feels small, the inbox is quiet, or the recognition you expected hasn’t come. But God’s Word reminds...

Before you create your next post, lyric, or idea, remember: you are already the message. Your life is the letter God is writing to the world, and the Spirit of God is crafting every line. In this episode of The Morning Table , we’ll explore what it means to let God write His story through us. We'll touch on how to live inspired, not pressured. Whether you’re a creative, a dreamer, or simply so...

Sometimes the hardest place to be is at the beginning. The place where everything feels small, unnoticed, or unfinished. But Scripture reminds us not to despise these moments, because small doesn’t mean insignificant. In this episode of The Morning Table , we’ll look at Zechariah 4:10 and explore how God works through what seems hidden or humble. Like a seed beneath the soil, your faithfulness in...

The Morning Table is a short, soul-filling devotional for creatives, dreamers, and anyone in between. Each episode is just a few minutes to allow you to pause in your day to reflect, breathe, and be renewed by God’s Word. Whether you’re writing, building, or simply trying to stay faithful in waiting, come sit at the table and be reminded that His presence is your rest, your clarity, and your inspi...