Kathy Phillips

Lectio Divina

Religion EN ↓ 105 episodes

Welcome to the Prepare for Life Lectio Divina Podcast with Kathy Phillips. Through guided Scripture, reflection, prayer, and quiet rest, you'll experience the ancient practice of Lectio Divina and learn to listen for God's voice in your everyday life. Be Still. Listen. Let God Speak.

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Kathy Phillips

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Religion

Latest episode

Oct 9, 2026

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Episodes

Called For Good Works 06.07.2026

Have you ever wondered if your life really makes a difference? Ephesians 2:10 reminds us that God created each of us with intention. You are His workmanship—His beloved creation—and He has prepared good things for you as you walk with Him. Today, simply come as you are, rest in His love, and listen for the gentle ways He may be leading you. Be Still. Listen. Let God Speak.

A Teachable Heart 05.07.2026

"Give me understanding, so that I may keep your law and obey it with all my heart." — Psalm 119:34 Understanding begins with God. In today's Lectio Divina, we'll pray through Psalm 119:34, asking God to give us hearts that not only know His Word but truly understand it. As His truth takes root within us, may it shape the way we live, love, and follow Him with our whole hearts. Be Still. Listen. Le...

Trusting the Shepherd 03.07.2026

Proverbs 3:5 "Trust in the Lord with all your heart." Wholehearted trust isn't always easy — but it is always an invitation. Today's Lectio Divina sits with Proverbs 3:5, a familiar verse that asks us to go deeper than knowing and into genuine surrender. Come as you are and let God meet you here. Listen on the Lectio Divina App, our website, YouTube, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts. Find all links at l...

Resting in His Presence 01.07.2026

Psalm 131:2 "But I have calmed and quieted my soul." Begin July with stillness. Today's Lectio Divina draws from Psalm 131:2 — a quiet, trusting verse that invites you to lay down the striving and rest in God. Wherever this day finds you, there is space here to breathe, listen, and be present. Be Still. Listen. Let God Speak.

The Final Anchor 28.06.2026

Where do you place your hope when life feels uncertain? Psalm 62:5 gently calls us back to the One who remains steadfast and true. In this Lectio Divina, rest your soul in God's faithful presence and renew your hope in Him. "Find rest, O my soul, in God alone; my hope comes from him." Be Still. Listen. Let God Speak.

The Life Repurposed 26.06.2026

In Christ, our lives are transformed from the inside out. This Lectio Divina on Galatians 2:20 invites us to surrender our old ways and embrace the new life Jesus is forming within us. Be Still. Listen. Let God Speak.

Light for the Step 24.06.2026

God rarely reveals the entire path at once—but He faithfully illuminates the next step. In this Lectio Divina, Psalm 119:105 reminds us to trust God's Word as our daily guide. Be Still. Listen. Let God Speak.

Soul-Quiet in the Storm 21.06.2026

When anxiety rises and circumstances feel uncertain, God offers a deeper steadiness. Through Psalm 62:1, this Lectio Divina invites you to bring your restless heart into the quiet refuge of God's presence. Be Still. Listen. Let God Speak.

Focused Forward 19.06.2026

What are you carrying from yesterday that God is asking you to release? In this Lectio Divina, Philippians 3:13–14 encourages us to let go of what lies behind and move forward with purpose, hope, and renewed focus in Christ.

The Holy Halt 17.06.2026

Stillness is not inactivity—it is attentiveness to God. Through Psalm 46:10, this Lectio Divina invites you to stop, breathe, and remember who God is in the midst of life's noise and uncertainty. Be Still. Listen. Let God Speak.

Ceasing from Striving 14.06.2026

God invites us to rest from endless striving. This Lectio Divina offers space to lay down burdens and receive His grace. You don't have to earn what God freely gives. Rest. Be Still. Listen. Let God Speak.

Now Power 12.06.2026

God's grace is sufficient for today. Through this Lectio Divina, release worries and discover His presence in the present moment.⁠ ⁠ Jesus reminds us not to worry about tomorrow. Take a moment to experience the peace of living fully in God's presence today through this guided prayer.⁠ ⁠ Be Still. Listen. Let God Speak.⁠

Tuning of the Heart 10.06.2026

Jesus invites us to truly hear. This Lectio Divina helps quiet distractions and tune your heart to what God may be saying today. Be Still. Listen. Let God Speak.

Safety of Surrender 07.06.2026

God's peace offers rest for weary hearts. In this guided prayer experience, discover the safety and security that come from surrendering yourself to Him. Peace isn't found in having all the answers—it's found in trusting the One who does. Be Still. Listen. Let God Speak.

Releasing the Blueprint 05.06.2026

Many plans fill our minds, but God's purposes endure. This Lectio Divina invites you to release control and trust the Lord with what lies ahead. Be Still. Listen. Let God Speak.

Sound of Silence 03.06.2026

Life is full of noise, but God often meets us in stillness. Join Kathy for a guided Lectio Divina on 1 Kings 19:12 and discover the power of listening for His gentle whisper. Take a few minutes today to listen. Be Still. Listen. Let God Speak.

Message from Kathy 01.06.2026

This June, join us for a new Lectio Divina series: Letting Go. Together, we’ll spend time in Scripture learning to release fear, anxiety, striving, disappointment, control, and anything that keeps us from resting in God’s presence. Through guided prayer and reflection, these quiet moments with God invite us to loosen our grip and trust Him more deeply. New guided Lectio Divina sessions release eve...

Accompanying Presence 31.05.2026

In this Lectio Divina, Accompanying Presence, we rest in God’s promise to Moses: “My Presence will go with you, and I will give you rest.” There are seasons when the road ahead feels uncertain, and the weight of life feels heavy. In this quiet time of prayer and reflection, we are reminded that we were never meant to walk alone. As you meditate on this Scripture, allow the presence of God to stead...

The Open Door 27.05.2026

In this Lectio Divina, Open Door, we pause with the gentle invitation of Jesus: “Behold, I stand at the door and knock…” So often we move through our days hurried, distracted, or carrying burdens we were never meant to hold alone. Yet Christ does not force His way in. He comes near with patience, kindness, and invitation. As you listen to this Scripture, you are invited to notice where the Lord ma...

Shadow of the Almighty 24.05.2026

Life can feel overwhelming at times, but God offers a place of refuge, rest, and peace in His presence. In this guided Lectio Divina, Kathy leads you through Psalm 91:1, inviting you to slow down and dwell in the shelter of the Most High. As you meditate on Scripture, allow God’s Word to quiet fear, steady your heart, and remind you that you are never alone. “He who dwells in the secret place of t...

Great & Mighty Things 20.05.2026

What if God is inviting you to come closer — not with polished words or perfect faith, but simply with an open heart? In this Lectio Divina, Kathy gently guides you through God’s invitation to call on Him and listen for His voice. As you slow down with Scripture, you’ll be reminded that God still speaks, still reveals, and still meets us in places we cannot see on our own. “Call to me and I will a...

Call to Come Away 17.05.2026

In this Lectio Divina, we meditate on the invitation of Jesus in Gospel of Mark 6:31: “Come away by yourselves to a quiet place and rest awhile.” Jesus spoke these words to His disciples in the middle of their weariness and constant demands. His invitation is still for us today — a gentle call to step away from the noise, the striving, and the endless responsibilities to simply be with Him. As you...

Posture of a Servant 13.05.2026

In this Lectio Divina, we reflect on the quiet surrender of young Samuel in 1 Samuel 3:9: “Speak, Lord, for your servant is listening.” Together, we’ll slow down and consider what it means to come before God with the posture of a servant — open, attentive, and willing to listen. In a world full of noise and distraction, this Scripture invites us to pause and make space for God’s voice. As you pray...

Shepherd's Restoration 10.05.2026

In this Lectio Divina, we slow down and rest in the gentle care of the Good Shepherd. Psalm 23 reminds us that God is not rushing us forward—He is leading us beside still waters, restoring what feels weary, anxious, and worn within us. As you listen to Scripture and sit quietly in God’s presence, allow yourself to receive His peace again. Notice where your soul feels tired or unsettled, and gently...

Heart's Frequency 06.05.2026

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