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Luke 12:3 The theme for this meditation is disclosure. There are always eyes to see and ears to hear-- if not the prying gaze of a neighbor, then indeed the eternal presence of God. Does Encounter help you find a safe haven in Christ?  Please consider giving! What secrets is God asking you to reveal to Him?

Isaiah 40:31 The theme of this meditation from Isaiah 40 is strength -- a gift of resilience. I pray that you feel renewed so that you can walk, run, and soar by the power and grace of God.  Does Encounter help you experience God's grace?  Please consider giving! Why do you need God's strength today?

Ephesians 3:20-21 This guided audio meditation from Ephesians 3 will offer you hope as you seek to worship God, perhaps even during your struggles, or to find encouragement as you seek relief in the midst of recent disappointment. Does Encounter help you find freedom in Christ?   Please consider giving! Think of a recent struggle or disappointment. How did God comfort you in the midst of your pain...

James 5:16 This meditation is a contemplation on finding the courage to be vulnerable with someone in prayer. Does Encounter help you find courage?  Please consider giving! What vulnerabilities is God asking you to reveal in prayer?

Proverbs 18:21 The theme of this meditation is the lingering power of words. It is my hope that you will be reminded words have the power to hurt, and the power to heal. Does Encounter help you find comfort?  Please consider supporting us. Who needs to hear healing words from you today?

Romans 12:1 The theme for this meditation is sacrifice. Learn to give your life to God for all He has done for you. Does Encounter help you give your life to God?  Please consider giving! How do you offer your daily life to the higher purpose of God?

Revelation 21:4 A reflection on dealing with deep and secret pain, this meditation will help you be mindful of how Christ absorbs your agony. He cries your tears, takes your grieving, and brings you peace. Does Encounter help you find peace?  Please consider giving! When you encounter stress, what coping mechanisms do you rely on?

James 1:19 The theme of this meditation from James 1 is being slower to speak and faster to listen to others, including your time listening in prayer.  Does Encounter help you to be a better listener?  Please consider giving! On an average day, how much talking do you do? How much listening?

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...

Proverbs 17:17 The theme of this guided audio meditation will help you recognize true friends and hopefully guide you in becoming a better friend to others. Does Encounter help you find a friend in Jesus?   Please consider giving to us! Who needs your friendship today? How will you care for them?

1 Corinthians 10:13 This meditation is on the temptations of the heart-- the soft whispers of emotional temptations can scream the loudest. Does Encounter help you turn from temptations?  Please consider giving! What is most tempting to you?

Ephesians 4:2 This meditation will help you better understand the paths we walk in order to help you choose the good and godly path.  Does Encounter help you walk with God?   Please consider donating. Have you ever taken a shortcut? How did that turn out?

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?

1 Chronicles 29:11 The theme of this meditation from 1 Chronicles 29:11 is divine glory. We'll contemplate the divine glory, high renown, magnificence, and honor given to God for who He is and what He has done. Does Encounter lead you to worship?  Please consider giving! Have you encountered someone or something recently that reminded you of God's glory?

Matthew 7:13-14 This meditation from Matthew 7 is a reflection on finding the way of the wise.  Experience relief in being on the right path and comfort in being guided along the perfect way by the perfect God.   Does Encounter guide you to the way of the wise?  Please consider giving! How do you react when you feel lost?

Proverbs 19:21 The theme of this meditation is flexibility, preparing you to walk through your day allowing for God to work through chance moments.   Does Encounter help you become more aware of chance encounters?  Please consider giving! Has God worked through a chance moment in your life?

Philippians 4:7 The ache for home lives in all of us. We long for a safe place where we are accepted as we are.  The theme of this meditation from Philippians 4 is about being protected and at peace at home with God.   Does Encounter help you find peace?  Please consider giving! When did you last feel homesick? How did you respond?

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?

Ephesians 6:2 This meditation will help you find healing. You will discover the humility to love and the focus to forgive and to model the same tender loving kindness your heavenly Father shows you. Does Encounter help you find healing?   Please consider giving to us! Who needs your forgiveness today?

Colossians 3:12 The theme of this guided audio meditation from Colossians 3 is meant to encourage you to slip out from behind your mask.  Be clothed in the righteousness of God and covered in His right and good ways to live a godly life. Does Encounter encourage you to live a godly life?  Please consider giving! What masks are you hiding behind today?

Revelation 3:20 This meditation is a reflection on answering the knocking and opening the door to accept the promises of God and fellowship with his Son. Does Encounter help you find peace?  Please consider supporting us. Is there an area of your life where the door is closed to God?

Psalm 34:18 The theme of this meditation is about being known. Even in the darkest times, remember that God is not missing. He is quite near to you. Does Encounter help you feel known?   Please consider giving! Can you remember a time when God met you in your loneliness?

Ephesians 1:7 Today we sit with Ephesians 1:7, and with the word that has echoed through every broken life that dared to receive it: redeemed. Does Encounter help you make a difference?   Please consider giving! What would change for you today if you truly believed your debt had already been paid in full?

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?

Matthew 18:20 This meditation is about the presence of God being particularly near when His people gather to meditate on repentance. Does Encounter help you experience the presence of God?   Please consider giving! How often do you gather together with others?