Scattered Moments

On this June 6 edition of Moments Almanac, we remember the courage of those who landed on the beaches of Normandy during D-Day and reflect on the steadfast faith of Dietrich Bonhoeffer, who chose conviction over comfort in the face of evil. Drawing from Ephesians 6:13, J. R. R. Tolkien's memorable words, "Faithless is he that says farewell when the road darkens," and James Russell L...

On this June 5 edition of Moments Almanac, we remember two remarkable Christians whose lives reveal different kinds of courage. Saint Boniface carried the gospel into hostile territory and ultimately gave his life for Christ. More than a thousand years later, preacher W. E. Sangster faced a devastating illness that slowly stole his voice but never his faith. Along the way, we reflect on a memorabl...

Waiting can feel like a prison, a wilderness, a storm, or a silent tomb. In this reflective episode of Scattered Moments , Matt Tullos explores one of the most difficult realities of the Christian life: trusting God when nothing seems to be happening. Through Scripture, prayer, a classic hymn, and an original spoken-word piece, you'll be reminded that God's delays are not His absence and...

On this June 4 edition of Moments Almanac , we remember a day marked by both courage and contemplation. We begin with Winston Churchill's stirring call to perseverance during one of the darkest days of World War II. We then journey to the village of Bethany, where Martha and Mary remind us that while service matters, there is a "better part" found in simply sitting at the feet of Je...

What happens when we stop focusing on our worries and simply behold the greatness of God? In this guided meditation, we reflect on Psalm 145:5 and the splendor of God's glorious majesty. Together we'll slow our breathing, quiet our hearts, and lift our eyes beyond our concerns to worship the God whose glory fills the earth. Featuring: • Psalm 145:5 • Isaiah 6:3 • Psalm 19:1 • Revelation...

On this June 3 edition of Moments Almanac , we remember the courage of the Ugandan martyrs led by Charles Lwanga, the wonder of astronaut Ed White's historic spacewalk, and the longing for freedom remembered through Tiananmen Square. Joined by the stirring words of Joshua 1:9, a beloved missionary hymn, and a challenging poem by James Russell Lowell, today's reflection invites us to live...

In this June 2 edition of Scattered Moments Almanac, we remember the quiet courage of Blandina of Lyons, a young believer whose faith endured in the shadow of the Roman Empire. Through scripture, the words of theologian Greg Boyd, and the mystical poetry of Francis Thompson, this episode reflects on the hidden Kingdom of God — a counterkingdom of radical love, mercy, and enduring grace. Featuring:...

Some of God's greatest gifts arrive disguised as disappointments. In this deeply personal episode of Scattered Moments , we offer a prayer of gratitude—not for success, applause, or easy answers—but for the things that didn't happen. The job that never came. The promotion that never arrived. The plans that collapsed. The seasons of silence. The valleys of depression. The limitations that...

In this June 1 edition of the Scattered Moments Almanac, we reflect on the faithful mercies of God through the witness of Justin Martyr and the moving story behind the beloved hymn “Abide With Me.” Near the end of his life, weakened and weary, Henry Francis Lyte wrote words that would comfort generations: “Abide with me; fast falls the eventide…” Join us for Scripture, story, prayer, and quiet enc...

On this May 31 edition of Moments Almanac , we remember Mary's visit to Elizabeth and the joy that arrived before Jesus was even born. We also pause to remember the victims of the Tulsa Race Massacre and the Johnstown Flood—sobering reminders that Christ entered a broken world very much like our own. Through Scripture, hymn, prayer, and reflection, we discover the enduring hope that Jesus bri...

We live in a world that celebrates the big, the famous, and the impressive. But God often chooses a different path. In this episode of Scattered Moments , we journey through some of history's most overlooked places—from Bethlehem and Nazareth to Tekoa and Tarsus—and discover how God has a habit of bringing extraordinary things from ordinary beginnings. Along the way, we'll visit the home...

On May 30, 1431, a nineteen-year-old peasant girl from a small village in France was burned at the stake in the marketplace of Rouen. Her name was Joan of Arc. And her last word was not a cry of despair — but a name. Jesus. In this episode of the Moments Almanac, we pause at one of the most remarkable lives in Christian history. A young woman who heard the voice of God, obeyed at enormous cost, an...

What do you do when the storms hit — not just in the sky, but in the soul? In this second episode of the Moments Almanac , we pause to remember those who are waking up this morning to damaged homes, uprooted lives, and weary hearts. Because in moments like these, compassion matters more than commentary. We also mark the birthday of G. K. Chesterton — born May 29, 1874 — journalist, novelist, theol...

In this guided meditation, we slow down long enough to notice the goodness of God that often goes unseen in the rush of everyday life. Drawing from Psalm 34:1, "I will extol the LORD at all times; his praise will always be on my lips," this quiet reflection invites you to breathe deeply, release your burdens, and cultivate a heart of gratitude. Through Scripture, prayer, and gentle momen...

A quiet daily journey through faith, history, and grace. On May 28, 1738, John Wesley attended a small gathering on Aldersgate Street in London and experienced what he later described as his heart being “strangely warmed.” That quiet moment of assurance would help ignite a spiritual awakening that shaped generations of believers across England and America. In this edition of Scattered Moments Alma...

When I was three years old, he had an X-15 — a tiny tricycle with more speed than safety. Racing down hills with worn-out shoes and frightened parents nearby, he learned something early in life: fear makes us try to control everything. In this reflective episode of Scattered Moments, we explore the cages we build for ourselves — fear, perfectionism, people-pleasing, escapism — and the freedom Chri...

Beginning May 28th!  This feature will be right here in the Scattered Moments Feed, along with the regular features of meditations and Scattered Moments writings, conversations and devotionals. Each about 3 minutes.  Short inspiration to start or end your day, or for that walk you need to do.  Share Your Thoughts

In this guided meditation from Scattered Moments , we step quietly into the shelter of Psalm 91 and listen again to the gentle promise of God’s presence in anxious times. Fear has a way of tightening the soul and filling the mind with endless “what ifs,” but Scripture reminds us that we were never meant to carry those burdens alone. Through slow reflection, breath, prayer, and the comforting words...

Sometimes the soul grows heavy quietly. Old wounds. Fresh disappointments. Words we wish we could take back. People we struggle to forgive. And often… ourselves. In this guided meditation from Scattered Moments , we enter a quiet place of illumination, confession, release, and grace. Through prayerful reflection and gentle Scripture-centered meditation, listeners are invited to name their wounds,...

In a world fueled by outrage, instant reactions, and the endless need to be right, what happens to the soul? In this reflective episode of Scattered Moments, Matt Tullos explores the spiritual exhaustion created by judgment, tribalism, and digital outrage. Drawing from Scripture, ancient wisdom, poetry, and personal reflection, this episode invites listeners away from the noise and back into the q...

Tonight’s meditation is an invitation to slow your breathing, quiet your thoughts, and rest in the presence of God before sleep. Using the beautiful promise of Isaiah 26:3 — “You will keep him in perfect peace whose mind is stayed on You” — this guided evening reflection gently leads listeners away from anxiety, noise, and striving… and back toward the steady peace of Christ. If your heart feels w...

In this episode of Scattered Moments, Matt reflects on the unsettling beauty of Scripture—a Book that comforts us while simultaneously confronting us. The Bible does not flatter humanity. It leaves the failures in. No deleted scenes. No polished heroes. Just the raw story of God meeting broken people with relentless grace. This reflection explores the danger of reducing God’s Word to a theological...

Welcome to the very first episode of Deeper Moments — a new series of longer conversations exploring prayer, presence, spiritual awakening, and the deeper life with Christ. In this inaugural episode, Matt Tullos sits down with pastor, author, and revival voice Bill Elliff for a deeply personal conversation about prayer, the presence of God, repentance, revival, prodigals, and learning to live a Pr...

Step away from the noise for a few moments and enter the quiet. In this guided meditation from Scattered Moments, we journey into Isaiah’s vision of the throne room in Isaiah 6 and the invitation of Jesus to “shut the door” and pray in secret. Together, we reflect on holiness, grace, worship, and the nearness of God. This meditation is designed to help you slow down, breathe deeply, release distra...

A Scattered Moment about uncertainty, daily grace, and learning to trust God one day at a time. In this episode, we begin in a corporate meeting where an accidental PowerPoint slide sends me into a week of anxious “what ifs.” From there, we journey into the wilderness with the Israelites who woke up every morning asking the very same question: “What is it?” Manna — literally meaning “What is it?”...