EncounterPodcast

Ecclesiastes 4:12 This meditation is a reflection on choosing to fellowship with others.  Although one may be overpowered, together, we can not be broken.  Does Encounter help you follow Jesus?  Please consider giving! How can you fellowship with someone today?

1 Kings 18:37 This meditation is a reflection on living your life in a way that people may know God — walking in a way that turns people's hearts back to God. Does Encounter help you point people to God?  Please consider giving! What do others know about God by watching how you live?

Zephaniah 3:17 The theme of this meditation from Zephaniah 3 is God's blessing.   Divine blessings from God are meant to restore His favor on you and remind you of His inherent goodness.   Does Encounter help you see the goodness of God?  Please consider giving! What blessings have you received from God?

Matthew 7:12 This meditation is a reflection on the Golden Rule. We'll contemplate the principle of treating others as you want to be treated.  Does Encounter help you spend time with the Lord?  Please consider giving! Are you following the Golden Rule in all of your relationships?

Hebrews 10:35 This guided audio meditation from Hebrews 10 is designed to help you pause amid the rush of a hectic pace and receive patience from God as you take some time to float lazily along. Does Encounter help you rest in the Lord?  Please consider giving! When did you last intentionally slow down?

Romans 12:21 The theme of this meditation from Romans 12 is about overcoming our fear of evil. By frequently and intentionally changing our behavior, we can face our fears of evil and conquer them.  Does Encounter help you face your fears?  Please consider giving! What good can you do to eradicate evil?

2 Corinthians 5:7 The theme of this meditation from 2 Corinthians 5 is about being afraid of the dark.  It is my prayer that you will discover the courage to walk by faith into the face of the unknown. Does Encounter help you walk by faith?  Please consider giving! What are you most afraid of in the dark?

Proverbs 18:22 The theme of this meditation from Proverbs 18 is avoiding haphazard decisions by being selective to paths chosen by God. Does Encounter help you find your way?  Please consider giving! Have you experienced a negative consequence after making a decision in haste?

Psalm 100:2 It is my prayer that this meditation from Psalm 100 will open your eyes to the truth of God in a fresh new way as you explore exciting opportunities to serve the Lord. Does Encounter help you serve the Lord?  Please consider giving! How will you serve the Lord in a new way today?

Isaiah 12:2 This guided audio meditation from Isaiah 12 will help you recall the truth of the authority-- not of you but of Christ.  Contemplate on the fact that Christ is the author and perfecter of our faith.  Does Encounter help you find peace?  Please consider giving! In what way might you be plagiarizing the work of God?

Proverbs 4:23 The theme of this guided audio meditation from Proverbs 4 is keeping your feet steady as you step along uneven paths. Even when the path you walk is slippery, treacherous, and filled with uneven stones, hold on to the steadfast love of God. Does Encounter help you escape from the world?   Please consider giving! How do you respond when the path is treacherous?

Psalm 27:1 Today's guided audio meditation from Psalm 27 will take you safe behind the door of the Chancellor home in April 1863.  The battle rages, bullets fly, and bombs rain down, yet inside, you are safe and protected. Does Encounter help you remember God's truth?  Please consider giving! What battle are you facing today?

Romans 15:3 Do you have a menu item that you demand to be prepared in a very specific way?  Have you ever lost your patience if that item isn't made to your specifications?   The theme of this guided audio meditation from Romans 15 will perhaps help turn the tables.  It will help us show our humanity by first helping others.  Does Encounter help you feel less burdened?  Please consider giving! How...

Proverbs 10:17 Wisdom is the reward you receive after listening when you'd rather have talked. It is my hope that this meditation will help you remember the weight of the words you share and the words you hear.  Does Encounter help you gain wisdom?  Please consider giving! What wise words have you heard lately?

Jeremiah 31:3 We've all messed up. It is my hope that this guided audio meditation from Jeremiah 31 will help you move from mistake to recovery as you begin to rebuild joy. Does Encounter lead you to the One who offers healing?  Please consider giving! Is there a mistake you've made that requires God's divine help?

Ecclesiastes 3:11 It is my hope that this meditation from Ecclesiastes 3 will help you answer the question, "what do you do?" as you discover your divine purpose. Does Encounter help you discover your purpose?  Please consider giving! How do you answer the question: "What do you do?"

Philippians 4:4 Today's guided audio meditation will encourage you to explore new ways to rejoice-- in both joy and sorrow. Let it  remind you of the obedience of rejoicing no matter the circumstance. Does Encounter help you discover joy?   Please consider giving! What emotions are you feeling? Will you rejoice because or in spite of them?

1 John 4:7   This meditation is a reflection on the love of God. His love is shown through His only Son, who is truly unique-- the only one of His kind.  Does Encounter help you show love?  Please consider giving! How do you know when someone loves you?

Philippians 4:19 This guided audio meditation can become a memorial for you to come to over and over and be reminded that the Sovereign Lord is, was, and always will be your great provider. Does Encounter lead you closer to Christ?  Please consider giving! How has God provided for you recently?

Hebrews 11:1 Our theme for this meditation from Hebrews 11 is hope. Faith and hope- one follows the other. It is my prayer that you will trust in the process so much that it's almost easy to anticipate the outcome. Does Encounter help you find hope?  Please consider giving! Who can you believe in and bring hope to today?

Romans 1:17 The theme for this meditation is how God makes us right in His sight.  Our good works are nothing apart from His grace alone through faith alone, which gives us eternal life. Does Encounter help you find righteousness in Christ alone?  Please consider giving! Does your satisfaction come from Christ alone?

2 Corinthians 7:1 Our theme for this meditation is being set apart.  I hope you will be encouraged to live a life holy unto the Lord as you accept His promise to dwell with you and walk with you. Does Encounter encourage you in your walk with the Lord?  Please consider giving! Who can you remind of their true worth and value today?

Hebrews 9:28 This meditation from Hebrews 9 will help you be aware as you wait, so you can be mindful of God in the midst of the distracting ticking, tapping, and waiting. Does Encounter lead you closer to the Lord?  Please consider giving! How can you become more aware of the divine as you wait?

John 1:14 In this meditation from John 1, we'll focus on creating enough space in our tightly scheduled days for God to be revealed even during our distractions.  Does Encounter help you meet with the Lord?  Please consider giving! Do you allow enough margin in your busy life to discover God?

Matthew 12:18 The theme for this meditation is a reflection on learning to live like Christ. To walk through your world, not for personal gain but self-sacrifice, not looking for war, but humble and silent retreat. Does Encounter help you live like Christ?  Please consider giving! How do you display your religious beliefs?