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Bible Rx | Numbers 6 | The Blessing God Wrote Over Your Life | Peace, Protection, Grace

In this Bible Rx episode, we meditate on the Priestly Blessing. God’s ancient words of peace, protection, and grace, commanded to be spoken over His people. This blessing is designed to steady your heart and fill your life with peace.
Let this spoken encouragement wash over you and remind you that His face is turned toward you, and His peace is your inheritance.
Whether you hear this today or years from now… Whether you’re feeling anxious, burned out, or simply in need of God’s peace.. This blessing will meet you right where you are.

Bible Rx | 2 Corinthians 12 | Hold My Wine | Your Weakness Activates God's Strength

Feeling weak? Overwhelmed? Frustrated by struggles that won’t go away? In 2 Corinthians 12:7–10, Paul teaches a radical truth: your weakness isn’t a setback, it’s the launchpad for God’s power. Sometimes the 'thorn' stays, God basically says, “Hold my wine.” And His strength kicks in where yours can't.

Bible Rx | Psalm 51 | Get You a Nathan | David Called Out for Sin to Restoration & Cleansed Heart

This week’s Bible Rx hits deep with Psalm 51. Follow David’s journey—from being confronted for his sins to experiencing restoration and a cleansed heart. Sometimes love looks like a call-out, and this Psalm reminds us that God corrects to restore, not reject.
Ask God to create in you a clean heart. And get you a Nathan, someone who loves you enough to speak truth that leads to healing.
Need a Nathan? Find community by joining a church, an online Bible study, or reaching out for support as you grow in faith & life.

What Is Faith? | Wait Training Part 1 | Strengthen Frustrated Faith When God Says 'Not Yet'

What if your frustration isn’t failure — it’s faith training?In this episode, we unpack what faith really is — not surface-level belief, but the kind that grows through waiting, testing, and trusting when God says “not yet.”
Learn how to build spiritual endurance, find peace in the pause, and turn frustrated faith into unshakable faith.
*Faith formation: Sun Stand Still-PR. S. Furtick*
** CORRECTION:
2 Corinthians 9:8 was meant to be
2 Corinthians 12:9**
Human error :)

Bible Rx | Psalm 93 | Friday | Trust God, Find Rest

Close your week with Psalm 93 and be reminded that God reigns. Reflect on His power, majesty, and unshakable presence as you prepare for rest and renewal.
 
 

Bible Rx | Isaiah 43 | You Are Mine | You Are Not Alone

In Isaiah 43, God whispers to our hearts: “Do not fear, for I have redeemed you; I have called you by name, you are mine.” When fear and fire close in, His Word becomes our shield. This Bible Rx episode walks through Isaiah 43:1-13, revealing the promise of God's comfort, strength and unwavering presence in our lives.
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The Spirit of Rushing: Holiday Prep We ALL Need | Faith, Peace & Slowing Down

The holiday season’s coming in hot — and so is the spirit of rushing. Between the to-do lists and “shoulds,” it’s easy to move so fast we miss what God’s trying to show us.
This episode is your reminder to slow down and prepare your heart, not just your home. We’ll talk about the pressure to do it all, the peace that comes from surrender, and how to pause long enough to see the blessings already in front of you.
Don't let the blessings in the season pass you by!
 
faith podcast, slowing down, holiday stress, Christian encouragement, mindfulness with Christ, peace, surrender, Holiday prep

Bible Rx | Psalm 23 | Rest for the Weary Soul

In this episode of Bible Rx, we walk through Psalm 23 line by line, uncovering the meaning behind each verse. Discover rest for your soul, courage in the valleys, and comfort in knowing God is always near. You've got this because God's got you.
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Where faith meets healing.

Beauty in Death | A Lesson from Nature | Surrender

Every autumn, nature gives us a lesson in how to trust the process. This episode explores how letting go and surrendering allows God to prune you for growth. Slow down and receive God's lesson in the leaves: fall carries a promise of life after death. 

Bible Rx | The Lord's Prayer | Daily Bread | God's Will

This Bible Rx episode features a reading and a breakdown of The Lord's Prayer in Matthew 6:5-15, exploring the deeper meaning of "Your will be done" and "daily bread." We connect the Old and New Testaments to see how trusting God's daily provision shapes our hearts to align with His will. Learning to fully depend on Him. One day at a time. Scripture references: Psalm 37:4, 1 John 5:14-15, Matthew 6:10, 34, Exodos 16:4,20, and John 6:35.