Prayers of REST

Your weaknesses, fears, and failures will never diminish Jesus' love for you. Whatever hesitation you have that keeps you from being at peace in His love, lay it at His feet, and allow Him to draw you close. As you listen to today's episode, rest in His presence and be reminded of His persevering love for you, no matter the circumstances. Today’s scripture reading is Matthew 26:40-42, an...

If you are seeking wisdom, understanding or direction in your life today, you can find comfort in the God who provides. Today's episode may encourage you that the Lord makes His Spirit and wisdom available to you through His word. Today’s episode will feature an interview with this podcast's Editor and Producer Alyx Vissing after our normal time of prayer, so stick around to hear more ab...

There's a powerful link between knowing the love of Jesus and being filled with God's presence. Paul gives us a clue when he prays that believers would "have power [...] to grasp how wide and long and high and deep is the love of Christ, and to know this love that surpasses knowledge" (see Ephesians 3:17-19). If you're struggling to overcome sin, if you're anxious abo...

You are free to experience the love and peace of the savior, Jesus. Jesus has experienced the hardships and hurts of human life. He chose to sacrifice comfort and His own life in order to know and save you, His beloved creation. Be reminded and comforted by the fellowship and relationship you can have with Jesus, your savior, in today's episode. Today’s scripture reading is Matthew 1:21, and...

At times it can be difficult to rest in God's presence, and others it is hard to even feel His presence. But through the sacrifice of His son, and the gift of His spirit, the Father fulfills His promise of Emmanuel, because God is with us. Be comforted by and reminded of His presence in today's Prayers of REST episode. Today’s scripture reading comes from Matthew 1, and we’ll be praying...

Whatever fears or trials you are facing in your life, you can trust in the Lion of Judah to go before you and be with you. He has provided a way and fought for you, rest in the assurance of His love. Today’s scripture reading is Revelation 5, and we’ll be praying through the Scriptures using the REST format: Recite God’s Goodness Express Your Neediness Seek His Stillness Trust His Faithfulness If...

Whatever may be troubling your mind or heart at this moment, you can find rest at the feet of the Prince of Peace. Jesus laid down His life, and defeated death and is sovereign over all, and he promises comfort and peace to those that find their rest in Him. Submit your anxieties and your thoughts to the Prince of Peace as you listen and pray through todays Prayers of REST episode. Today’s scriptu...

You may find yourself feeling stuck in a pattern of complacency, and today episode may be the reminder of the life we now walk in thanks to the resurrection and life of Jesus. He sacrificed His son and His life for you, and for a relationship with you, so take some time during today's episode to reflect on and celebrate the life and resurrection of our Savior. Today’s scripture reading is Joh...

You do not have to carry the pain of your experience or the hurt form your loss alone. Jesus came to earth, knowing the sorrow that would come with His sacrifice, in order to meet you where you are. Will you open you heart to experience the comfort of Jesus today? Give Him your burdens, and be reminded of His presence and understanding in today's episode. Today’s scripture reading is Isaiah 5...

What are you longing for? Where are you seeking and have yet to find? Whatever you are lacking in satisfaction can be fulfilled by the Bread of Life. Jesus, whose body was broken for your salvation, has made himself available to you to day, to meet whatever longings fill your heart and mind. Focus on true satisfaction in Christ as you listen through today's Prayers of REST episode. Today’s sc...

Wherever you are, Jesus, the Good Shepherd is pursuing you. Turn to Him; for comfort, for protection, and for direction. He is walking with you and leading you today. The Good Shepherd laid down His life so that you could walk close to Him. Would you rest in the presence of the Good Shepherd today?  Today’s scripture reading is John 10, and we’ll be praying through the Scriptures using the REST fo...

In the darkness and chaos throughout our world today, Jesus is able and willing to shed His light into our lives and souls. Would you take a few moments to rest in His peace, step into His presence, and receive the Light of the World into your heart today? Today’s scripture reading is John 8:12, and we’ll be praying through the Scriptures using the REST format: Recite God’s Goodness Express Your N...

Find a deeper appreciation for Jesus' character and glory as we pray through the names of Jesus in Season 2 of Prayers of Rest based on the Advent devotional Unwrapping the Names of Jesus . Enter the presence of the King of Kings, and be reminded of His power and faithfulness in today’s episode of Prayers of REST. Today’s reading is Matthew 2:2, and we’ll be praying through the Scriptures usi...

Popping in with a quick update on what’s coming up next for the Prayers of REST podcast! Season 2 begins November 9, and we’ll be praying through the names of Jesus, preparing our hearts to celebrate His birth this Christmas. Prayers will be based on my Advent devotional “Unwrapping the Names of Jesus,” which you can pick up wherever books are sold (more details at unwrappingthenames.com ). Many t...

Do you ever wonder what difference prayer makes? Does God really care whether or not we pray? From human experience, we learn that when we pray, we pay attention. We see God working. We become more sensitive to His Spirit’s promptings. And from Scripture, we learn that we can rest in God’s power at work . Does God care if we pray! Yes! Scripture gives a resounding YES! As we wrap up our 6-week Pra...

Is God really trustworthy? That’s the question we’re praying through this week in our Prayers of REST podcast, learning to Trust God’s Faithfulness (the “T” in the REST prayer acronym), as we pray through Psalm 62. But along with listening to this week’s episode, I encourage you to take some time to share with someone else this week how God has been faithful in your life. And perhaps even write th...

Do you ever feel like your prayers hit the ceiling? Like God is silent in response to your prayerful pleas? What if what we think is God’s silence is actually noise pollution--a cacophony of sounds surrounding us that drowns out His still small voice? This week, we’re exploring the “S” in the REST acronym: “Seek God’s Stillness,” as we pray through Psalm 131. I encourage you to take time each day...

While we might try to hide our weaknesses from others, we don't need to hide our needs from God. Not only does He already know them, but He wants us to humbly come to Him and Express Our Neediness. That's the "E" in the REST prayer acronym. And that's what this week's Prayers of REST podcast episode is all about, based on 1 John 5:14-15: This is the confidence we have...

Do you get a little tongue-tied when asked to pray in public? Today, we’re continuing our BONUS Prayers of REST Bible Study, focusing on the “R” in the REST prayer format--Recite God’s Goodness--which will help you develop a fluency in prayer so that you don't have to wonder what to pray. Our passage is Psalm 145, and you’ll want to grab your Bible and a notebook to follow along. (or order th...

Do you feel worn out by EVERYTHING going on right now? What would it take to get some rest in your life, not just a few moments here and there, but on a regular basis? Today we’re kicking off our BONUS 6-week mini-series that will bridge Seasons 1 and 2, looking at what the Bible says about prayer and resting with God. We’re reading Mark 6:30-32, and if you have your Bible, you’ll want to open it...

As we wrap up this summer season of Prayers of REST, I'm sharing an update with where we've been and what you can expect next! In order to continue producing the Prayers of REST Podcast, I need YOUR help! If you've been blessed by this podcast, please go to https://www.patreon.com/prayersofrest to become a monthly supporter. Until we meet again, may you rest in God’s loving presence...

No matter how bad things seem today, God promises the happiest of endings for those who belong to Him. Do you know what that happy ending is? The big reveal is what we’re praying through in today’s Prayers of REST episode. Today’s reading is Revelation 21:3-5, and we’ll be praying through the Scriptures using the REST format: Recite God’s Goodness Express Your Neediness Seek His Stillness Trust Hi...

Although breaking news would fling us into a panic, Jesus is still on His throne, and everything will ultimately find its meaning in Him. Today’s reading is Colossians 1:15-17, and we’ll be praying through the Scriptures using the REST format: Recite God’s Goodness Express Your Neediness Seek His Stillness Trust His Faithfulness If you’re trying to start a prayer habit in your own life, try listen...

Jesus loves you. Yes, of course you know that. But what does it really mean? How does Jesus’ love affect your daily life? And what would it look like to remain in His love? That’s what today’s Prayers of REST episode is all about. Today’s reading is John 15:9-13, and we’ll be praying through the Scriptures using the REST format: Recite God’s Goodness Express Your Neediness Seek His Stillness Trust...

Have you ever offered someone an invitation, only to be rebuffed? It stings, to be sure. Today’s passage reveals that even though we often rebuff God’s divine invitation to us—an invitation to rest, quietness, and strength in Him—He longs to be gracious and compassionate. Consider today’s Prayers of REST episode a personal invitation just for you. Today’s reading is Isaiah 30:15-18, and we’ll be p...