The Week Ahead with Ken Robinson | Daily Christian Encouragement

Have you ever wished you’d just kept quiet? Or been grateful when someone sat with you in silence instead of trying to fix things with words? In this episode of The Week Ahead Podcast , Ken Robinson explores the surprising power of silence. Drawing on Proverbs 17:28 and Ecclesiastes 3:7, Ken shows how choosing not to speak can create space for healing, deepen relationships, and open us to God’s ge...

Ever had to say something hard to someone you care about? Maybe it was a mate making poor choices. Or a colleague not pulling their weight. Or even a tough moment in your own family. These conversations are never simple. If we lean too hard on truth, our words can come across as harsh. If we lean only on love, we risk avoiding honesty altogether. Either way, we miss the balance. In this episode of...

Have you ever been in a conversation where you realised the other person wasn’t really listening? Or maybe you’ve caught yourself doing the same thing — thinking about your reply instead of truly hearing what’s being said. In this episode of The Week Ahead Podcast , Ken Robinson shares two personal stories — one from when he and his wife, Wendy, were first dating, and another, more recent one, wit...

Ever walked away from a chat or meeting thinking, “What did they even mean?” You’re not alone. It happens at work, in family life, and even in church. Sometimes people use a lot of words—but say very little. In this episode of The Week Ahead Podcast , we’re talking about why clarity matters more than complexity. Scripture reminds us that words carry weight, and they’re most potent when they’re sim...

3 Things That Tear Relationships Apart — and How God Can Heal Them Why do relationships so often fall apart? Perhaps you’ve had a friendship end suddenly. Maybe things with family feel tense. Or maybe your marriage feels stuck. Whatever it is, it hurts — and you’re not alone. In this episode of The Week Ahead Podcast , we look at the three big things that tear relationships apart — and some simple...

We all mess up in relationships. Maybe you’ve said something you regret, and no matter how hard you try to fix it, the gap only seems to get wider. It’s painful when the people you love most are also the ones you clash with most. In this episode of The Week Ahead Podcast , Ken Robinson shares a deeply personal story about how God transformed his relationship with his son. What once seemed impossib...

Have you ever prayed with all your heart, only to be met with silence — or worse, a “no”? Maybe it was a job you longed for, a relationship you hoped for, healing you desperately wanted, or a door you prayed would open. When the answer doesn’t come the way we expect, it can feel painful, confusing, and even shake our faith. In Episode 21 of The Week Ahead Podcast , Ken Robinson unpacks the challen...

Do you ever find it hard to be thankful when life feels tough? Or do you forget the times God has already come through for you, because the problem in front of you feels so overwhelming? In Episode 20 of The Week Ahead Podcast , Ken Robinson explores two simple but powerful habits that can strengthen your prayer life in every season: gratitude and remembrance . From 1 Thessalonians 5:18 , we’re re...

Have you ever prayed and still felt restless afterwards? Or maybe you wanted to pray, but you couldn’t find the words? Episode 19 of The Week Ahead Podcast is for you. Ken Robinson unpacks two powerful promises from Scripture that bring comfort and hope to our prayer life. First, from John 14:27 , we’re reminded that Jesus gives us a peace the world can’t offer — a calm that guards our hearts even...

Have you ever prayed hard for something, only to realise later it wasn’t what you really needed? Or maybe you’ve been desperate for direction, but deep down, you just wanted God to approve your plan. That’s where surrender and wisdom come in. In Episode 18 of The Week Ahead Podcast , Ken Robinson unpacks two powerful truths that can transform your prayer life. First, from Luke 22:42 , we see Jesus...

Have you ever prayed hard for something, only to realise later it wasn’t what you really needed? Or maybe you’ve been desperate for direction, but deep down, you just wanted God to approve your plan. That’s where surrender and wisdom come in. In Episode 18 of The Week Ahead Podcast , Ken Robinson unpacks two powerful truths that can transform your prayer life. First, from Luke 22:42 , we see Jesus...

Waiting on God can be one of the hardest parts of prayer. We want answers quickly, but often His timing looks very different to ours. So how do we keep praying when nothing seems to be changing? And how do we make sure our prayers are filled with faith, not fear? In Episode 17 of The Week Ahead Podcast , Ken Robinson unpacks two key Scriptures that give us fresh perspective on prayer: “He has made...

What to do when God answers prayer In the final episode of this seven-part series on How to Strengthen Your Prayer Life , Ken Robinson explores a crucial but often overlooked truth: Answered prayer isn’t the end—it’s the beginning. Too often, we celebrate a breakthrough and quickly move on, forgetting that God answers prayer not just to bless us—but to grow us. In this episode, Ken opens Scripture...

Ever felt like you’re not good enough to pray? Or maybe you’ve worried about saying the wrong thing? In this episode of The Week Ahead Podcast , Ken Robinson shares why prayer isn’t about polished words or getting everything right. God simply wants you to come boldly and honestly. The Bible says in Hebrews 4:16 that we can “approach God’s throne of grace with confidence.” That means you don’t have...

When you’re overwhelmed and don’t know where to turn, how do you pray? In this episode of "How to Pray When You Need Help," - The Week Ahead podcast host Ken Robinson shares practical wisdom and real-life stories about making prayer your first response in times of trouble. Ken opens up about a personal financial crisis and the anxiety that followed, revealing how a simple, honest prayer led to une...

Don’t Give Up on Prayer — Persevere with Faith and Hope In Episode 13 of The Week Ahead with God Podcast , Ken Robinson explores one of the most vital yet often neglected principles of powerful prayer: persistence . Many of us pray for something once or twice and then give up when we don’t see the results. But Jesus taught us the exact opposite: to keep asking , keep seeking , and keep knocking ....

Can the way you live impact the way God responds to your prayers? In this eye-opening episode of The Week Ahead with God Podcast , Ken Robinson explores a powerful truth that many believers often overlook: your actions, attitude, and treatment of others can have a direct impact on your prayer life. This isn’t about legalism or trying to earn God’s love—it’s about understanding that prayer is a rel...

Have you ever prayed with all your heart, only to be met with silence? In this powerful episode of The Week Ahead with God , Ken Robinson speaks directly to those in a season of waiting and wondering. What do you do when God doesn’t seem to answer? Is silence a sign that something’s wrong—or could it be that God is doing more than you can see? Drawing on biblical examples like Joseph, David, and J...

Waiting on God can be one of the hardest parts of prayer. We want answers quickly, but often His timing looks very different to ours. So how do we keep praying when nothing seems to be changing? And how do we make sure our prayers are filled with faith, not fear? In Episode 17 of The Week Ahead with God Podcast , Ken Robinson unpacks two key Scriptures that give us fresh perspective on prayer: “He...

As we wrap up this week’s series on Starting Fresh with God , today’s episode focuses on one of the most powerful gifts God gives us: hope . Without hope, life can feel heavy and uncertain. But with hope, we can face each day with courage, knowing God’s promises never fail. In today’s episode, Ken Robinson shares how to cultivate daily hope , not just during life's significant challenges, but also...

Why does God answer some prayers while others seem to go unnoticed? In this deeply personal episode of The Week Ahead Podcast with Ken Robinson opens up about a moment when everything seemed to go wrong—and how one scripture changed everything. Drawing from Philippians 4:6-9, Ken shares how learning to pray with peace and surrender brought not just an answered prayer, but a transformation of persp...

Why does God answer some prayers while others seem to go unheard? In today’s episode of A Week Ahead With God , Ken Robinson tackles this honest and often frustrating question by exploring what it really means to pray according to God’s will . Drawing from 1 John 5:14-15 and personal experience, Ken unpacks how aligning our prayers with God’s heart can shift not only our perspective—but also the o...

Life can be draining. Responsibilities, challenges, and unexpected problems can leave us feeling tired, empty, and overwhelmed. But God has given us a source of renewal that never runs dry — His Word. In this episode of The Week Ahead with God Podcast , Ken Robinson reminds us that Scripture isn’t just ancient history or advice on a page. It is living, active, and powerful, able to revive our spir...

It’s easy to race through life without stopping to notice the beauty of the present moment. We get caught up in yesterday’s regrets and tomorrow’s worries, and in the process, we overlook the truth that today is a precious gift. In this episode of The Week Ahead Podcast , Ken Robinson reflects on Psalm 118:24: “This is the day the Lord has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it.” This simple verse...

Every day we’re bombarded by voices — from the news, social media, and even our doubts. Over time, these voices can shape the way we think, often leaving us anxious, discouraged, or stuck in negative patterns. But the Bible tells us there’s a better way. In this episode of The Week Ahead Podcast , Ken Robinson unpacks Romans 12:2, which says: “Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be tr...