Meditations

Episode 3 of Season 5 is a meditation on God's patience & kindness from: - Ex 34:6-7a- Ps 103:6-13 -Ps 145:8-9- Joel 2:12-13- 2 Pet 3:8-9- Neh 9:17, 19-20Connect with me at [email protected] // feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or commentBackground track (used by permission): - Patient by Antioch Music (feat. Eden Guild)

Episode 2 of Season 5 is a prayerful reflection on Proverbs 4:14-27 where we are invited to vigilantly guard our hearts, fix our eyes on the path of righteousness, and walk with intentionality in a world full of competing voices and crooked roads.Connect with me at [email protected] // feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or comment.Background tracks (licensed via Musicbed): - Night by Wil Pearce- Open Ocean by Adrian Disch- Orbital by Jo Blankenburg

Episode 1 of Season 5 is a meditation on the first half of Proverbs 4 (verses 1-13) where the father exhorts his son to "get wisdom." And here, wisdom is personified as the one who gives life. Connect with me at [email protected] // feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or comment. Background tracks (licensed via Musicbed): - Nomad by Voyageur- Nova by Wil Pearce- Open Arms by Tony Anderson- Roots by Tony Anderson

In this brief episode, Mick announces the release of his new book titled A Beautiful Vision: Recovering God's Design for Our Bodies, Desires, & Sexuality. The creation of this book is to blame for the recent lapse in new Meditations episodes, but Mick hopes to get back to regular releases now that the book is finished. Check out A Beautiful Vision - on sale on Amazon and available in print, eBook, and audio formats. In it, Mick explores the deeper story behind Christian sexual ethics. inviting readers to move beyond rules and reactions and into a compelling, redemptive vision for the body. Blending biblical theology, cultural critique, and pastoral wisdom, A Beautiful Vision addresses desire, what it means to be male and female, singleness, marriage, shame, and healing with honesty, hope, and grace.Connect with Mick at [email protected] // feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or commentBackground track (licensed via Musicbed): - Dreamland by Adrian Disch

Episode 34 of Season 4 is a meditation on Isaiah 43:1-5 where God - through the prophet - assures His people that He has redeemed them, calls them by name, and promises His presence and protection, declaring, “Do not fear, for I am with you.”Connect with me at [email protected] // feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or commentBackground tracks (licensed via Musicbed):- Ocean Song by TOLO- Old Souls by Max LL- OMWOT by Katharine Petkovski- One Perfect Sunset by Tony Anderson

Episode 33 of Season 4 is a meditation on Psalm 43 where the psalmist beseeches God for protection and vindication, and then stirs up his soul by way of reminder that God is our salvation.Connect with me at [email protected] // feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or commentBackground tracks (licensed via Musicbed): - Necessary (instrumental) by Matt Wertz- Noch by Tony Anderson- Nautilus by Jordan Critz

Episode 32 of Season 4 is a prayerful reflection on Genesis 12:1-4a where Abram is famously called out of his native land to embark on a faith-filled journey with a God who covenants Himself to Abram's lineage.Connect with me at [email protected] // feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or comment.Background tracks (licensed via Musicbed): - Moon (feat. Christopher Dennis Coleman) by Wil Pearce- Motion by Roary- Movement by Adrian Disch- Moving in Circles by Async Ross

Episode 31 is a prayerful reflection on The Serenity Prayer - a beautiful release of that which we cannot control, the embrace of that which we can, and the discernment to know the difference. Connect with me at [email protected] // feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or commentBackground tracks (licensed via Musicbed): - Moonrise by Adrian Disch - Nenna (feat. Celicia Soldream) by Jo Blankenburg- Moonlit Waltz by Katharine Petkovski

Episode 30 of Season 4 is a prayerful reflection on James 3:13-18, where James contrasts "earthly wisdom," which is marked by selfishness, and wisdom from above, characterized by the fruit of the Spirit. Connect with me at [email protected] // feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or commentBackground tracks (licensed via Musicbed): - Mesa by Voyageur- Missing Earth by Adrian Disch- Moment by Moment by Phillip Cuccias- Monomyth by Jo Blankenburg

Episode 29 of Season 4 is a meditation on Psalm 70 where David appeals to God for deliverance from his enemies while simultaneously exulting in God's greatness as a protector. Connect with me at [email protected] // feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or commentBackground track (licensed via Musicbed): - Midway by Tony Anderson

Episode 28 of Season 4 is a meditation on the much-beloved Psalm 139 where David waves poetically about the tender immanence of God. Connect with me at [email protected] // feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or commentBackground tracks (licensed via Musicbed): - March 17th by Async Ross- Memento by Jo Blankenburg- Memoria by Slow Meadow- Meridian by Jo Blankenburg

Episode 27 of Season 4 is a meditation on Matthew 1:1-6 where Matthew seems to go out of his way to name four women in the genealogy of Jesus - and not just any four women, but specifically those with outsider status and/or questionable moral circumstances. Their inclusion highlights God's ability to redeem any story to bring about his salvific purposes in the earth.Connect with me at [email protected] // feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or commentBackground tracks (licensed via Musicbed): - Lune by Tony Anderson- Lull by Voyageur- Lucida (instrumental) by Jo Blankenburg

Episode 26 of Season 4 is a meditation on 2 Chronicles 20:15-24 where Jahaziel exhorts Jehoshaphat, who is facing down a superior enemy army, to not be afraid nor dismayed, for the battle belongs to the Lord. Connect with me at [email protected] // feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or commentBackground tracks (licensed via Musicbed):- Libertania by Katharine Petkovski- Lighthouse by Roary- Lilo by Jo Blankenburg- Little Ones by Tony Anderson- Longing by Max LL

This is a re-release of Episode 42 of Season 3, which is a meditation on Luke 24:13-16 and 30-35 which describes the experience of two disciples encountering the resurrected Christ, and how their hearts burned within as He spoke of Himself from the scriptures.Connect with me at [email protected] // feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or comment.Background tracks (licensed via Musicbed): - Community by Max LL- Coriander (instrumental) by Voyageur- Coming Home by Tony Anderson

This is a re-release of Episode 42 of Season 3, which is a prayerful reflection on Holy Saturday, also known as Black Saturday because it falls in the liminal space between death and new life. Jesus' body was sealed in the tomb, and with His corpse, the hopes of His disciples. Connect with me at [email protected] // feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or commentBackground tracks (licensed via Musicbed):- Dans Le Noir by Slow Meadow- Departures by Max LL

This is a re-release of Episode 41 of Season 3, which is a Good Friday meditation on Luke 23:33-49 which depicts the crucifixion of Jesus. A somber reflection as we connect with the loss experienced by the disciples. Connect with me at [email protected] // feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or commentBackground Tracks (licensed via Musicbed): - Connect the Dots by Async Ross- Could Memories Be False by Async Ross- Crown of Amber Canopy by Slow Meadow

This is a re-release of Episode 40 of Season 3, which is a Maundy Thursday meditation on Matthew 26:26-29 and John 13:34-35 where Jesus issues a "new command" during the last supper to love one another in the same way He has loved them. Connect with me at [email protected] // feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or commentBackground tracks (licensed via Musicbed): - Cartopeira by Jo Blankenburg- Closure by Max LL- Clouds Not Clocks by Slow Meadow

This is a re-release of Episode 39 of Season 3, which is a Holy Wednesday meditation on Matthew 11:28-30 where Jesus invites all who are weary to come to Him to find rest for their souls. We are to learn from Him because He is humble. His yoke is easy, and His burden is light. Connect with me at [email protected] // feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or commentBackground tracks (licensed via Musicbed): - Canopus by Jo Blankenburg- Cautious by Roary- Civilized (instrumental) by Voyageur- Regeneration by Max LL

This is a re-release of Episode 38 of Season 3, which is a Holy Tuesday meditation on John 12:20-26 where Jesus responds to the audience of a few Greeks by explaining that His true glorification will come through His death so that greater harvest may come in, and then invites His followers to walk the same path.Connect with me at [email protected] // feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or commentBackground tracks (licensed via Musicbed): - Breathe Again (feat. Iolite, instrumental) by Roary- By the Ash Tree by Slow Meadow- Cauda Luna by Slow Meadow

This is a re-release of Episode 37 of Season 3, which is a Holy Monday meditation on Mark 11:12-14 and 20-25 where Jesus curses the fig tree and uses the illustration to teach us about abiding, prayer, and forgiveness. Connect with me at [email protected] // feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or commentBackground tracks (licensed via Musicbed):- Born (feat. Meaning Machine) by Roary- Boy In a Water Globe by Slow Meadow- Hatchala by Slow Meadow

This is a re-release of Episode 36 of Season 3, which is a Palm Sunday reflection on Matthew 21:6-14. Jesus rides into Jerusalem to the praise of the people expecting a triumphant political ruler. But Jesus is seated on a donkey, not a warhorse. He goes to the temple, not Herod's palace. He drives out the money changers, not the Romans. But in so doing, He makes a way for peace amid violence; healing amid injustice.Connect with me at [email protected] // feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or commentBackground tracks (licensed via Musicbed): - Blossom by Roary- Borealis by Jo Blankenburg- By Design (reprise) by Phillip Cuccias

Episode 25 of Season 4 is a prayerful reflection on Psalm 123 where the author turns their hope and attention to God amid the contempt of their enemies. Connect with me at [email protected] // feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or commentBackground tracks (licensed via Musicbed):- Light Breaks Through by Voyageur- Leaving Earth by Jordan Critz

Episode 24 of Season 4 is a meditation on Isaiah 55 where the prophet invites us to seek God, receive His free grace, and find true satisfaction in Him rather than in empty pursuits. He promises joy, renewal, and the fulfillment of His word, bringing life and transformation to all who turn to Him.Connect with me at [email protected] // feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or commentBackground tracks (licensed via Musicbed):- Je Me Souviens Rae by Jordan Critz- Landfall (acoustic) by Roary- Lanes (feat. Jude Cosmo) by Traveler- Leap of Faith (feat. RORE) by Adrian Disch

Episode 23 of Season 4 is a prayerful reflection on Psalm 146 where the Psalmist encourages us to not put our trust in princes, but in the Lord who keeps faith forever. Connect with me at [email protected] // feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or comment Background tracks (licensed via Musicbed): - Joybird by TOLO - Kingdom of Heaven by Tony Anderson

Episode 22 of Season 4 is a meditation on Acts 2:36-47 where Peter preaches and thousands repent and join the fellowship of the disciples of Jesus, and then describes the practices and experiences of those gatherings. Connect with me at [email protected] // feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or comment Background tracks (licensed via Musicbed): - J Tape (Meditation II) by Async Ross - Jonti by Tony Anderson - Kindle by Roary - It Was You by Wil Pearce

Episode 21 of Season 4 is a prayerful reflection on Psalm 54 which David pens as he's on the run from a murderous Saul. We we have the same faith to thank God for His deliverance before we see it come to pass. Connect with me at [email protected] // feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or comment Background tracks (licensed via Musicbed): - Is This Nature Escape by Katharine Petkovski - Indigo Hope Part 3 (cinematic version) by TOLO - Infinite Sonata by Jordan Critz - Take Me to the River by Voyageur

Episode 20 of Season 4 is a meditation on Isaiah 43:15-25 where the prophet reflects on the nature of God as one who makes a way where there is no way, and offers forgiveness - a new beginning - where no mercy is deserved. Connect with me at [email protected] // feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or comment Background tracks (licensed via Musicbed): - In Circles by Max LL - Infinite by Tony Anderson - Indigo Hope Part 2 (cinematic version) by TOLO

Episode 19 of Season 4 is a spoken word inspired by meditating on Genesis 1 and 2 - chapter 2 in particular. This piece was commissioned specifically for Antioch Community Church in Miami, FL. Connect with me at [email protected] // feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or comment Background tracks (licensed via Musicbed): - True Colors by Judah Earl - Wehre Direh (reprise) by Judah Earl - Sand Drawing by Judah Earl

Episode 18 of Season 4 is a meditation on Psalm 3 where David thinks deeply about and juxtaposes the threat of being surrounded by his enemies with the protective presence of God in his life. Connect with me at [email protected] // feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or comment Background tracks (licensed via Musicbed): - Home by Tony Anderson - In a Better World by Max LL - In All Our Complexity by Max LL

Episode 17 of Season 4 is a prayerful reflection on Philippians 4:4-7 where Paul admonishes us to rejoice in the Lord because He is at hand, and to give thanks as make our requests to Him so that we might inherit His peace, even if our circumstances don't change. Connect with me at [email protected] // feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or comment Background tracks (licensed via Musicbed): - Hold On by Tony Anderson - Imbre by Jordan Critz

Episode 16 of Season 4 is a meditation on Genesis 2:5-9 where God addresses the problem of barrenness by forming mankind, planting a garden, and placing mankind in the garden to keep it. Connect with me at [email protected] // feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or comment Background tracks (licensed via Musicbed): - Holding Out by Tony Anderson - I Blossom by Jo Blankenburg - You Are Loved by Tony Anderson

Episode 15 of Season 4 is a meditation on Mark 4:36-41 where Jesus is asleep in the storm, is awoken, and stills the wind and waves. Connect with me at [email protected] // feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or comment Background tracks (licensed via Musicbed): - Held by Voyageur - Hemispheres by Jo Blankenburg - Hineni by Jordan Critz

Episode 14 of Season 4 is a reflection on Psalm 150 which is a triumphant and joyful song of praise to God! Let everything that has breath praise the Lord. Praise the Lord! Connect with me at [email protected] // feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or comment Background tracks (licensed via Musicbed): - Guardians (stripped instrumental) by Roary - Heartland by Tony Anderson - I Speak Jesus by Josh Baldwin

Episode 13 of Season 4 is a meditation on John 2:13-17 where Jesus finds people in the temple taking advantage of others. Upon driving them out and overturning their tables, the disciples remark that they finally understand what is meant by Psalm 69:9, "Zeal for your house has consumed me." In what ways have we - a living temple - allowed the same spirit of greed to take up residence? Connect with me at [email protected] // feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or comment Background music (licensed via Musicbed): - God Our Hope - Halcyon - Haven

Episode 12 of Season 4 is a meditation on Psalm 138 where David gives thanks to God for His steadfast love and deliverance.Connect with me at [email protected] free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or commentBackground tracks (licensed via Musicbed): - Further Up Further In by Tony Anderson- Golestan by Max LL- Grey Coast by Voyageur- Guardians by Roary

Episode 11 of Season 4 is a meditation on Philippians 3:7-14 where Paul reflects on the surpassing worth of knowing Christ compared to the prestige of his earthly gains. He endeavors to count everything as a loss so that he might gain Christ. May we follow in his footsteps! Connect with me at [email protected] Feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or comment Background tracks (licensed via Musicbed): - Flo by Jordan Critz - Glow by Jo Blankenburg - Seasons by Tony Anderson

Episode 10 of Season 4 is a meditation on multiple verses concerning sleep (Psalm 4:8, Proverbs 3:24, Psalm 127:2, Psalm 3:5, Matthew 8:24, John 14:27, & Psalm 121:3-4). May you experience deep rest from a place of profound trust in the Father's care for you! Connect with me at [email protected] Feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or comment Background tracks (licensed via Musicbed): - Heart of a Nation by Tony Anderson - Helium Life Jacket by Slow Meadow

Episode 9 of Season 4 is a meditation on Psalm 23 which has become an increasingly meaningful Psalm to me personally. Join me in slowly reflecting on the beautiful truths of the Shepherd's Psalm. Connect with me at [email protected] Feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or comment Background tracks (licensed via Musicbed): - True Colors by Judah Earl - Hereafter by Jordan Critz - Heirloom by Tony Anderson - Iles by Jordan Critz - In Absentia by Max LL

Episode 8 of Season 4 is a meditation on Colossians 3:1-17 where Paul - in light of our identity in Christ - admonishes the church to put off the old ways and to put on Christ, taking pains to enumerate those characteristics and call us up into them. Connect with me at [email protected] // feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or comment Background tracks (licensed via Musicbed): - Flourish by Roary - Forever by Traveler - Freedom In Us by Jo Blankenburg - Flight by Jordan Critz - Reverie (reprise) by Jordan Critz

Episode 7 of Season 4 is a meditation on Revelation 7:9-12 in which John depicts the throne room scene where people from every nation are gathered around the Lamb offering up continual worship at the revelation of His matchless worth. Connect with me at [email protected] // feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or comment Background tracks (licensed via Musicbed): - First Light (cinematic version) by TOLO - Flicker by Roary - Flora by Katharine Petkovski

Episode 6 of Season 4 is a prayerful reflection on Psalm 52 where David voices his lament concerning those who seek his harm, resolving that the steadfast love of God endures forever. Connect with me at [email protected] // feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or comment Background tracks (licensed via Musicbed): - Fall Is On the Rise by Jordan Critz - Fibonacci by Adrian Disch - Find My Way Back (instrumental) by Cody Fry - First Breath by Phillip Cuccias

Episode 5 of Season 4 is a meditation on Genesis 32:22-31 which recounts the story of Jacob wrestling with the angel of the Lord. Even though he didn't deserve it, even though he'd been running and posturing for most of his life, he received the blessing of the Father. Connect with me at [email protected] // feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or comment Background tracks (licensed via Musicbed): - Fading Memories by Tony Anderson - Farewell by Jo Blankenburg - Father by Katharine Petkovski - Eternity by Jordan Critz

Episode 4 of Season 4 is a meditation on Psalm 126 where the poet both reflects on God's past restoration and anticipates future deliverance. Connect with me at [email protected] // feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or comment Background tracks (licensed via Musicbed): - Ephemere by Tony Anderson - Fal by Max LL - Familiar Patterns by Async Ross - Lake Simcoe by Katharine Petkovski

Episode 3 of Season 4 is a prayerful meditation on the Ten Commandments. Join me in reflecting on this ancient wisdom and way to connect with God. Connect with me at [email protected] // feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or comment Background tracks (licensed via Musicbed): - Enter In by Tony Anderson - Ethereal (instrumental) by Voyageur - Evermore (feat. Jordan Critz) by Roary - Everything is a Memory by Slow Meadow - Fallen (instrumental) by TOLO

Episode 2 of Season 4 is a prayerful reflection on Ephesians 4:11-16 where Paul outlines the mission of the church - and of the church worker more specifically - to equip the saints for the work of ministry and to what end that equipping should aim for. Connect with me at [email protected] // feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or comment Background tracks (licensed via Musicbed): - Embrace by Tony Anderson - Emerge by Roary - Escape by Jordan Critz - Eterna by Voyageur - Slow Growth by Max LL

Episode 1 of Season 4 is a meditation on Psalm 30 in which David praises God for delivering him from calamity, turning his mourning into joy, and restoring his life. Connect with me at [email protected] // feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or comment Background tracks (licensed via Musicbed): - Dream River by Async Ross - Enoch by Adrian Disch - Embrace by Roary - Eden by Jordan Critz

Episode 49 of Season 3 is a form of the ancient spiritual practice featured in St. Ignatius' Spiritual Exercises - the Prayer of Examen. This prayer is a way to reflect back on the day and see the hand of God at work in our lives, to practice gratitude, and to look forward to the coming day with the intent to align with Jesus. Connect with me at [email protected] // feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or comment Background tracks (licensed via Musicbed): - Emberglo (with Shawn Williams) by Adrian Disch - Echo Was an Oread by Katharine Petkovski - Endless Sky by Voyageur

Episode 48 of Season 3 is a meditation on Exodus 3:13-17 where God reveals His name to Moses - I Am Who I Am - and promises that He will deliver the people of Israel from their plight. Connect with me at [email protected] // feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or comment Background tracks (licensed via Musicbed): - Distant Dream by Jo Blankenburg - Divisions by Max LL - Dreams & Visions by Tony Anderson

Episode 47 of Season 3 is a meditation on Psalm 108 where David goes on a journey of faith in God's might against the backdrop of his own personal struggles to believe that God will deliver him from his peril. Connect with me at [email protected] // feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or comment Background tracks (licensed via Musicbed): - Diana by Tony Anderson - Discovering by Adrian Disch

Episode 46 of Season 3 is a prayerful reflection on 1 Corinthians 1:18-25 where Paul compares the wisdom of God displayed in Jesus' sacrifice on the cross with the insufficient wisdom of the world. Connect with me at [email protected] // feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or comment Background tracks (licensed via Musicbed): - Deliverance by Tony Anderson - Desire (feat. Konrad Snyder, cinematic version) by TOLO