Wrap Yourself in Joy Podcast

The Presentation in the Temple Painting by Philippe de Champaigne, 1648 The Feast of the Presentation You can be filled with joy and led by the Spirit! Join the podcast today as we celebrate the Feast of the Presentation with Anna and Simeon. These two seniors, guided by the Holy Spirit and filled with joy when they recognized the Savior, will show us how. Jesus Came to Fulfill All the Law Today,...

The Adoration of the Shepherds, painting by Domenico Zampieri, 1610 Jesus Christ is Born Today, we return to the book of Luke. There, we join Blessed Mary and Joseph on their 80-mile trek to Bethlehem. When they arrive, they find it crowded with people who, like them, had come at the command of Caesar Augustus. We will encounter the Angels and Shepherds who have much to share. Connecting your hear...

The Dream of St. Joseph, Painting by Anton Raphael Mengs, 1773 Joseph’s Dream from God to Take Mary as His Wife Today, we turn to Matthew’s Gospel and hear about Joseph’s dream to take Mary as his wife, and how he joyfully embraced God’s plan. Mary and Joseph often changed their plans  as they listened to God. They serve as an example to us of how to trust in God’s plan rather than our own. Join t...

The Birth of John the Baptist: “Zachariah wrote, His Name is ‘John’.” Painting by Jacopo Pontormo, 1526, USA Celebration at Zechariah’s Home and Naming of the Baby The Scriptures invite us to a celebration at Zechariah’s home. It’s time to name his newborn boy and perform the baby’s circumcision. You can imagine yourself as one of the neighbors who has come to help name the baby born to the old co...

The Visitation Painting by Philippe de Champaigne, 1643-1648 The Visitation of Mary & Sharing Joy with Elizabeth Do you need more JOY  in your life this Advent? Today, Mary and Elizabeth will show you how to share and receive more joy. In this podcast, we join Blessed Mary on her journey from Nazareth to the Hill Country of Judea, near Jerusalem. There she visits her old cousin Elizabeth. Both...

The Joy of Advent – Gabriel’s Annunciation to Mary & Nothing is Impossible with God The Annunciation and Nothing is Impossible with God With God, nothing is impossible! If God can supernaturally conceive the Son of God in a virgin and grant a child to an elderly couple, then He can make your impossible become POSSIBLE. Join us today as we travel to Nazareth. We will hear the Great Annunciation...

The JOY of Advent: Journey with the People, Prayers, and Events at Jesus’ First Coming Are you hoping for a Joy-filled Advent?  Join our podcast series and celebrate the joy of the people, events, and prayers at Jesus’ first coming. You will meet Zechariah, Elizabeth, the Blessed Virgin Mary, Joseph, John the Baptist, the Angels, the Shepherds, Simeon, Anna, and the Magi.  It’s as if you will trav...

WRAP fosters a personal two-way conversation with your heavenly Father through prayer and Scripture. Hearing God’s Voice Have you heard from God today? He wants to speak to you. Are you listening? Join the podcast this week and learn how to hear from God and “WRAP yourself in Scripture.” (Scroll Down to play the Podcast.) Two-Way Conversation You can have a personal two-way conversation with your...

WRAP can lead you to hear Jesus Christ with a personal message just for you. Tips for Hearing God Every Day Have you ever thought, “Can I really hear from God every day?” The answer is, “Yes, you can!” But you have to pause. WRAP can help you hear Jesus Christ with a personal message meant just for you. With WRAP, you’ll discover that God’s Word is truly alive and that He wants to speak to you. Bu...

WRAP with the “Four M’s of Christian Mediation” will guide you in Prayer and Reflection Meditation & WRAP Have you ever wondered if meditation could really be part of prayer? It can! Meditation on Scripture can bring you into a two-way conversation with God. Join us today to learn how to approach the Word of God with Holy Heavenly Meditation and prayer, guided by WRAP. (Scroll Down for Podcast...

The Bible is: “A pharmacy open to all souls….with remedies just right for your cases.” A Pharmacy Did you know the Bible offers a “pharmacy open to all souls” with remedies for your worries and troubles? Saint Basil the Great tells us this and more.  Join us today to learn how WRAP – the acronym for Lectio Divina- can help you discover the medicine just right for your body, soul, and spirit. (Scro...

The Bible is: “a pharmacy open to all souls….with remedies just right for your cases.” A Pharmacy Did you know the Bible offers a “pharmacy open to all souls” with remedies for your worries and troubles? Saint Basil the Great tells us this and more.  Join us today to learn how WRAP – the acronym for Lectio Divina- can help you discover the medicine just right for your body, soul, and spirit. (Scro...

The Presentation in the Temple Painting by Philippe de Champaigne, 1648 Are you seeking more joy at this time?  Join our podcast at the Feast of the Presentation of the Lord. Anna and Simeon will show you how to find joy and consolation today and everyday. At the Temple Welcome to Advent JOY Podcast #7, based on my book The Joy Of Advent: Journey With The People, Events, and Prayers At The First C...

Adoration of the Shepherds painting by Domenico Zampiere, 1610 Jesus Christ is Born Join us today for the birth of Jesus and meet the Angels and the Shepherds who have a lot to share. Uniting your heart with the Angel’s Gloria and the Shepherd’s praises will help you receive more JOY and peace. Looking for More JOY and Peace?  Join our Trek to Bethlehem Welcome to Advent JOY Podcast #6, based on m...

“The Dream of St. Joseph” Painting by Anton Raphael Mengs, 1773 A Joyful Advent Journey Today, we travel with Matthew’s Gospel and hear of Joseph’s dream to take Mary as his wife and how he accepts God’s plan joyfully. Mary and Joseph changed their plans often as they listened to God. They show us an example of leaning into God’s plan not our own. Join the podcast today as we hear of an angel sent...

The Birth of John the Baptist: “Zachariah wrote, His Name is John” Join our Advent journey today as Zechariah teaches us to seek God in stillness. His son John is born and he sings a joyous prayer.  Celebration at Zechariah’s Home The Scriptures invite us to a celebration at Zechariah’s home. It’s the circumcision and naming of his newborn boy. You can picture yourself as one of the neighbors who...

The Visitation of Mary to Elizabeth painting  by Philippe de Champaigne, 1643-1648 The Visitation of Mary to Elizabeth & Sharing Joy Do you need more joy in your life? Today, Mary and Elizabeth will show you how to share and receive more joy. Join the podcast as we travel with Mary 90 miles to visit Elizabeth and experience their overflowing joy and delight. They truly show us the power of sha...

Painting -The Annunciation by Beccafumi, 1545, USA. The Annunciation and Nothing is Impossible with God With God, nothing is impossible! The Annunciation should remind you of that. If God can supernaturally conceive the Son of God in a virgin and grant a child to an elderly couple, then He can make your impossible become POSSIBLE too. Join us today as we travel to Nazareth. We will hear the Great...

The JOY of Zechariah – Angel Gabriel Brings an Annunciation A Joyful Advent Journey: Meet the People, Prayers, and Events of Advent Are you hoping for a Joyful Advent Journey this year?  Join this podcast series to discover the joy of the people, prayers, and events so important to Jesus’ first coming. You will meet Zechariah, Elizabeth, the Blessed Virgin Mary, Joseph, John the Baptist, the Angel...

If your life needs transformation, consider reading the Book of Ruth, where God powerfully transforms each character  and wants to do the same for you. God’s faithfulness can bring triumph out of tragedies, restoration from waywardness, and blessing out of loss. Join us oday as we conclude our series on the Book of Ruth.. Finding Joy in Tough Times ~ Transformed by God’s Grace Episode #7 Finding J...

Boaz Marries Ruth Do you need restoration or turnarounds in pain, sorrow, or emptiness, look to the Book of Ruth. Join the podcast today as the Book of Ruth reveals how God offers to rescue, deliver, and restore you. Finding Joy in Tough Times ~ Final Blessings and Reversals Episode #6 Finding Joy in Tough Times is a seven-part series. Today we cover these points: Problem: Another Redeemer Ruth as...

Ruth #5-Finding Joy in Tough Times-Waiting in Peace Is waiting in peace for God to answer a prayer difficult? It can be challenging for every Christian.  Join the podcast today as the Book of Ruth shows us that God is at work even when we don’t see the answers yet, so we can His rest in peace. Finding Joy in Tough Times ~ Waiting in Peace Episode #5 Finding Joy in Tough Times is a seven-part serie...

Ruth Gleaning in the Fields. Painting by James Tissot, 1896 Are you starting over? Is it a new job, a new home or hometown, a new relationship, or a new phase in life? We all face times of change and even upheaval, but it’s a perfect time to return to God and prayer, forgive the past, and look for God to go before you. Join the podcast today as the Book of Ruth shows how to start over and notice G...

Ruth Gleans and Boaz Prays a Blessing Prayer for Her. Do you find yourself losing hope? We all face times of discouragement and sadness but that’s when we need to turn to God. Join the podcast today as the Book of Ruth shows us new hope in tragedy, new directions for the future and how to pray blessing prayers. Finding Joy in Tough Times ~ New Hope, New Direction & Blessing Prayers Episode #3...

Ruth and Naomi Weep Forward to Bethlehem Are you weeping forward or backward? Sometimes, we must weep, but we must also go forward trusting God is leading us. Join the podcast today, where we focus on Naomi’s blessing and Ruth’s words, “I will go where you go, and your God will be my God,” as the two weep forward. Finding Joy in Tough Times ~ Weeping Forward, I Will Go Where You Go #2 Finding Joy...