Scattered Moments

Share Your ThoughtsScattered Moments — Moments Almanac | June 18Held UpJune 18 carries two stories four centuries apart — and they say the same thing.In 1546, a twenty-five-year-old woman named Anne Askew was convicted of heresy in London for believing what most Baptists believe about communion. She was racked in the Tower of London, carried to the stake on a chair because she could no longer walk, and burned. She never recanted. She never gave up a name. And from her prison cell she wrote words of pure worship — thou art my delight.In 1956, Dawson Trotman — founder of The Navigators — drowned at Schroon Lake, New York, while holding a young woman above water until the boat came back. Billy Graham preached his funeral and said, "Daws died the same way he lived — holding others up."Two lives. Two deaths. One posture.Today's scripture: John 15:13Take heart. Notice the scattered moments. Share the grace.

Share Your ThoughtsWrecks WelcomeThere was a man in our accountability group years ago who made the rest of us look pretty good—or so I thought.For about three seconds.In this episode of Scattered Moments, Matt reflects on the difference between the wreckage everyone can see and the hidden struggles we work so hard to conceal. From public failures to private battles with pride, resentment, greed, and ambition, we discover that we're all standing on the same ground before God.Drawing from Psalm 130, this episode offers a gentle reminder that our hope is not found in our ability to keep it all together, but in the mercy of a Father who already knows our deepest secrets and still welcomes us with open arms."If You, Lord, kept a record of sins, Lord, who could stand? But with You there is forgiveness..." — Psalm 130:3-4If you've ever felt like a work in progress—or maybe even a wreck in progress—this episode is for you.Because at the foot of the cross, every sign reads the same:Wrecks Welcome.

Share Your ThoughtsWhat do a fiery preacher and a towering statue have in common?On this episode of Moments Almanac, we explore the birth of John Wesley on June 17, 1703, and the arrival of the Statue of Liberty in New York Harbor on June 17, 1885. One carried a spiritual flame that helped spark a worldwide revival. The other lifted a torch that welcomed generations seeking hope and a new beginning.Along the way, we reflect on Wesley's stirring challenge:"Give me one hundred preachers who fear nothing but sin and desire nothing but God..."From England's fields and village roads to America's harbor, these stories remind us that people have always longed for light, freedom, and purpose.Join us as we consider Christ's invitation to walk in the light that never fades.Scripture: John 8:12"I am the light of the world. Anyone who follows me will never walk in the darkness but will have the light of life."#MomentsAlmanac #JohnWesley #StatueOfLiberty #ChurchHistory #ChristianHistory #ChristianPodcast #DailyDevotional #FaithAndHistory #John812 #SpiritualAwakening #HopeAndFreedom #MattTullos

Share Your Thoughts🦋 🌊 June 16 – The Storm and the ButterflyWhat does a butterfly have to do with the resurrection? And what can a storm-tossed ocean teach us about compassion?In this episode of Moments Almanac, we remember two remarkable stories connected to June 16.First, we meet Joseph Butler, the eighteenth-century bishop and apologist who challenged skeptics by pointing to the natural world itself. Looking at the transformation of a caterpillar into a butterfly, Butler saw evidence that God had written the pattern of resurrection into creation.Then we journey to Victorian England, where William and Catherine Booth began a partnership that would eventually become The Salvation Army. Inspired by a vision of a drowning world, they devoted their lives to rescuing the forgotten, feeding the hungry, and sharing the hope of Christ.From the wings of a butterfly to the waves of a stormy sea, this episode explores faith, resurrection, and the call to step into the needs of a hurting world."Perhaps that's the invitation for us today: to see signs of God's grace all around us—and then to carry that grace to someone who needs it."Welcome to Moments Almanac, a time to remember the people, places, and events that leave fingerprints on the soul.

Share Your ThoughtsA Scattered Moments Sleep StoryTravel beneath a canopy of stars and across quiet ocean waters as you journey through the life of Lottie Moon. This gentle sleep story follows the beloved missionary from the familiar shores of Virginia to the distant villages of China, where faith, courage, and simple obedience shaped a remarkable life.Along the way, you'll encounter lantern-lit evenings, peaceful sea voyages, whispered prayers, and reminders of God's faithful presence in every season. Designed to calm the mind and settle the heart, this story invites you to rest in the same God who guided Lottie Moon through unknown waters.How to Use This Sleep Story🌙 Listen at bedtime or whenever you need a moment of peace.🌙 Find a comfortable position and allow your body to relax.🌙 Dim the lights and silence distractions.🌙 Take a few slow, deep breaths before beginning.🌙 There's no need to stay awake to hear every word. Simply allow the story to drift around you as you rest.🌙 If your thoughts begin to wander, gently return your attention to the sound of the narrator's voice and the rhythm of your breathing.This episode is intended to help quiet the mind, ease anxiety, and create space for rest while reflecting on a life devoted to Christ."In peace I will lie down and sleep, for you alone, Lord, make me dwell in safety." — Psalm 4:8Sleep well, friend. May the peace of Christ watch over you tonight. 🌙✨#ScatteredMoments #SleepStory #LottieMoon #ChristianMeditation #BedtimeStory #FaithAndRest #ChristianPodcast #MissionaryStories #PeacefulSleep #Psalm48

Share Your ThoughtsOn this episode of Moments Almanac, we remember Josiah Henson, born June 15, 1789.  Born into slavery, he became a preacher, abolitionist, community builder, and advocate for freedom.His story reminds us that while we cannot always choose our circumstances, we can choose our character. Through faith, integrity, and perseverance, Josiah Henson overcame evil with good and left a legacy that still speaks today.

Share Your ThoughtsOn this episode of Moments Almanac, we reflect on two stories connected by a common thread of compassion.Born on June 14, 1811, Harriet Beecher Stowe used her pen to awaken a nation's conscience, reminding readers of the humanity of those trapped in slavery. More than a century later, during the Titanic hearings of 1912, Second Officer Charles Lightoller spoke of "the law of human nature and Christian chivalry" as he described the principle of putting women and children first in the lifeboats.Together, these stories ask a timeless question: Will we see the needs of others above our own?Drawing from Galatians 6:2 and the example of Christ, this episode explores the Christian call to bear one another's burdens and to recognize the sacred worth of every person.Join us as we remember the people, places, and events that leave fingerprints on the soul.

Share Your ThoughtsWhat if growing older isn't supposed to make us cynical?On this episode of Moments Almanac, we remember two remarkable figures connected to June 13: Saint Anthony of Padua, remembered as the patron saint of lost things, and Christian writer Dorothy L. Sayers, whose faith-filled imagination continues to inspire readers around the world.Along the way, we explore what it means to recover the wonder, hope, and curiosity that life sometimes causes us to misplace. Drawing from Sayers' beautiful reflection on being "born again" every day and Paul's words in 2 Corinthians 4:16, this episode invites us to embrace God's daily work of renewal.Perhaps some of the most important things we lose can, by grace, be found again.Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:16

Share Your ThoughtsOn June 12, 1929, Anne Frank was born. On June 12, 1963, Medgar Evers was murdered.One entered the world on this day. One left it. Yet both continue to speak.In this episode of Moments Almanac, we remember two lives shaped by courage in the face of hatred and injustice. From a hidden attic in Nazi-occupied Europe to a driveway in Jackson, Mississippi, Anne Frank and Medgar Evers remind us that even the smallest light can shine through the deepest darkness.Drawing from John 1:5 and the enduring hope of the Gospel, we'll reflect on what it means to carry Christ's light into a broken world—and why darkness never has the final word."The light shines in the darkness, and yet the darkness did not overcome it." — John 1:5

Share Your ThoughtsWhat do an ancient encourager, a modern ocean explorer, and a timeless proverb have in common?On this June 11 edition of Moments Almanac, we remember Barnabas—the Son of Encouragement—and celebrate the birthday of Jacques Cousteau, whose journeys revealed the wonders hidden beneath the sea. Together, their stories remind us that the deepest journeys of life and faith are rarely made alone.Drawing from Proverbs 27:17, this episode explores the power of encouragement, friendship, forgiveness, and the companions God places beside us as we grow in Christ."Iron sharpens iron, and one person sharpens another."Join us for a few reflective minutes as we consider what it means to go deeper—together.#MomentsAlmanac #Barnabas #JacquesCousteau #ChristianPodcast #FaithJourney #Encouragement #Proverbs2717 #ChurchHistory #DailyDevotional #GoDeeperTogether 🌊📖

Share Your ThoughtsWhat can two very different dogs teach us about the Christian life?In this episode of Scattered Moments, Matt Tullos shares the humorous story of Frank, a dachshund whose life mission was escaping every fence ever built, and Arthur, a faithful companion who had the freedom to go anywhere but simply wanted to stay close to the people he loved.Along the way, you'll discover a gentle truth about God's boundaries, our tendency to wander, and the surprising freedom found in abiding with Christ.Drawing from Jesus' invitation to "remain in me" and the timeless words of the hymn Come Thou Fount, this reflection explores the difference between running from God and resting in His love.If you've ever found yourself convinced that happiness was waiting just over the next fence, this episode is for you.

Share Your ThoughtsThe world celebrates noise, urgency, and constant activity. Scripture offers a different path.In this episode of Moments Almanac, we reflect on June 10 through the lens of a quiet and faithful life: Thomas à Kempis and reflect on Paul's gentle encouragement in 1 Thessalonians 4:11: "Seek to lead a quiet life."We'll reflect on the simple wisdom of Rich Mullins, and consider how God often does His deepest work not through applause or spectacle, but through ordinary faithfulness.The kingdom of God frequently advances one quiet prayer, one faithful act, and one obedient step at a time.Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:11–12Welcome to Moments Almanac, a time to remember the people, places, and events that leave fingerprints on the soul.

Share Your ThoughtsTonight, we climb a quiet mountain with Jesus.In this gentle Christian sleep story, you'll journey alongside Christ and His disciples as they ascend the mountain where the veil between heaven and earth seems to grow thin. Inspired by the biblical account of the Transfiguration, this story invites you to imagine the peace of resting in the presence of Jesus—the place where God's Kingdom is most fully known.With slow narration, calming imagery, and a focus on Christ's nearness, this episode is designed to help settle a busy mind and prepare your heart for rest.Whether you listen all the way to the end or drift off somewhere along the path, my hope is simple: that you'll fall asleep with a little bit of holy on your mind.Scripture Inspiration:Matthew 17:1–8For best results, listen in a comfortable place, lower the lights, and allow the story to unfold at an unhurried pace.Scattered Moments is a podcast of quiet reflections, guided meditations, and sleep stories designed to help you rest in the presence of God.

Share Your ThoughtsJune 9 — Columba of Iona & William Carey: The Gospel Goes FurtherOn June 9, we remember two missionaries separated by more than a thousand years but united by the same calling.Columba of Iona left the shores of Ireland in the sixth century and carried the light of Christ to the rugged lands of Scotland. From a small monastery on the island of Iona, the gospel spread across a nation and beyond.More than a millennium later, Baptist missionary William Carey crossed oceans to India with a burden for those who had never heard the name of Jesus. A cobbler, pastor, translator, educator, and reformer, Carey helped ignite the modern missionary movement and inspired generations to carry the gospel to the ends of the earth.Different centuries. Different lands. One mission: that the good news of Jesus Christ would reach every people and every place.In this episode of Moments Almanac, we reflect on the faith, perseverance, and missionary vision of these two remarkable servants of God, and we are reminded that whether across the sea or across the street, Christ still calls His people to carry His light into the world.📖 Scripture: Romans 10:15"How beautiful are the feet of those who bring good news."Moments Almanac — A time to remember the people, places, and events that leave fingerprints on the soul. 🌍⛵📖

Share Your ThoughtsThe world tells us to become more—to gather more influence, more recognition, more success, and more control. But Jesus points us in a different direction.In this episode of Scattered Moments, we reflect on the surprising beauty of humility, the freedom of becoming smaller, and the grace that fills hearts that make room for God. Through Scripture, quiet reflection, and the wisdom of the saints, we'll discover that the goal of the Christian life is not to be full of ourselves, but to be filled with Christ.Take a few moments to slow down, breathe deeply, and consider the invitation to be little in a world obsessed with being big.

Share Your ThoughtsOn June 8, we remember William Wilberforce—a man whose faith led him into one of history's longest and most important struggles for justice.For more than twenty years, Wilberforce fought to end the British slave trade. He faced defeat, opposition, and discouragement, yet refused to abandon the work God had placed before him. His story reminds us that some victories come quickly, but others require a lifetime of faithful perseverance.Drawing from Galatians 6:9, this episode explores the power of steadfast obedience, the unseen work of God beneath the surface, and the promise that those who do not give up will one day reap a harvest."Let us not get tired of doing good, for we will reap at the proper time if we don't give up." — Galatians 6:9Join us for this edition of Moments Almanac as we remember a life that left fingerprints on history—and discover encouragement for the long work of faithfulness in our own lives.

Share Your ThoughtsDeeper Moments | Danny Sinquefield and the Prayer Pattern Called BREATHEWhat if prayer was less about checking a box and more about breathing?In this Deeper Moments conversation, Matthew Tullos sits down with pastor, author, and encourager Danny Sinquefield to talk about a lifetime of walking with Christ. Danny shares the remarkable story of growing up in a turbulent home, coming to faith as a twelve-year-old boy, and later witnessing the transformation of his own father through the power of the gospel.Along the way, Danny introduces a simple prayer pattern he calls BREATHE:B – Being in God's PresenceR – Resting in God's PromisesE – Enjoying God's BlessingsA – Asking for God's HelpT – Trusting God with Your BurdensH – Hearing God's VoiceE – Engaging in God's MissionTogether they explore what it means to pray without ceasing, listen for God's voice, trust Him with life's burdens, and cultivate authentic relationships with other believers.Danny also shares moving stories of moments when God's presence seemed almost tangible—times of revival, humility, repentance, and spiritual awakening that left a lasting mark on everyone involved.Whether your prayer life feels vibrant or your prayers seem to be hitting the ceiling, this conversation offers practical encouragement and a gentle invitation to slow down, listen, and simply breathe in the presence of God."What air is to the body, prayer is to the believer."#ScatteredMoments #DeeperMoments #Prayer #DannySinquefield #SpiritualFormation #ChristianPodcast #FaithJourney

Share Your ThoughtsOn June 7, 1665, a small group of Baptists in colonial Boston gathered to worship according to their convictions. Their simple desire to follow Christ would cost them dearly.They were fined, harassed, imprisoned, and forced to meet in secret. At one point, colonial authorities even nailed shut the doors of their meetinghouse. Yet the congregation that became First Baptist Church of Boston endured, becoming one of the oldest Baptist churches in America and a powerful witness to the importance of religious liberty.In this episode of Moments Almanac, we remember the courage of those early believers and reflect on Christ's promise:"I have placed before you an open door that no one can close." — Revelation 3:8Join us as we explore a story of faithfulness, perseverance, and the doors that no earthly power can shut.Featuring the traditional spiritual, "Down to the River to Pray."Moments Almanac is a daily journey through the people, places, and events that leave fingerprints on the soul.

Share Your ThoughtsIn this first Scattered Moments After Dark sleep story, we walk beside two weary disciples making their way from Jerusalem to Emmaus. Their hopes have been shaken. Their questions remain unanswered. Yet they are not as alone as they imagine.Through peaceful storytelling, reflective Scripture, and a calming soundscape, you'll be invited to slow your breathing, quiet your thoughts, and rest in the comforting truth that Christ often walks beside us long before we recognize His presence.Whether you're settling in for the night, seeking a moment of peace, or simply needing a reminder that God is near, may this sacred bedtime pilgrimage help you release the burdens of the day and find rest in the company of the One who never leaves His children alone."Surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age." — Matthew 28:20Tonight, the road is quiet.The Shepherd is near.And the night belongs to God.

Share Your ThoughtsOn 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 Lowell's timeless hymn, we consider what it means to stand firm when the path ahead is uncertain.History reminds us that courage is not the absence of fear. It is faithfulness in the midst of it.When the road darkens, do not say farewell. Stand.Scripture: Ephesians 6:13Take care, notice the scattered moments, and share the grace.

Share Your ThoughtsOn 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 memorable line from Stephen Charnock, a famous stanza from William Ernest Henley's Invictus, and Paul's reminder that God has not given us a spirit of fear.Join us as we consider the difference between self-reliance and Christ-reliance—and discover the courage that comes from trusting the One who holds our lives in His hands.Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:7Take care, notice the scattered moments, and share the grace.

Share Your ThoughtsWaiting 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 that hope continues to breathe even in the longest seasons of waiting.If you find yourself waiting for healing, direction, restoration, or an answer to prayer, this episode is an invitation to pause, breathe deeply, and remember that God is still at work.ScripturePsalm 27:13-14 (CSB)Featured Quote"To wait on God is the hardest duty in the Christian life."— George MacDonaldFeatured HymnBe Still, My SoulTake a few moments to be still, listen, and discover that even in the waiting, God is moving—and so are you.Take care. Notice the Scattered Moments and share the grace. 🌅

Share Your ThoughtsOn 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 Jesus.Along the way, we celebrate the birth of beloved poet Patience Strong and reflect on her beautiful words:"At the gate that swings between this world and the world above, stands the angel of God's mercy with the lamp of love."In a world that urges us to hurry, produce, and strive, today's episode offers a gentle invitation to pause, listen, and receive the mercy that is new every morning.Scripture: Luke 10:38–42; Lamentations 3:22–23Theme: Choosing the better part—presence before productivity.

Share Your ThoughtsWhat 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 5:12• A reflection from A.W. TozerHow to Use This Meditation:Find a quiet place where you can sit comfortably and minimize distractions. If possible, use headphones. As you listen, focus on your breathing and allow the Scripture readings and reflections to draw your attention away from the demands of the day and toward the beauty and majesty of God. There is nothing you need to accomplish during these moments—simply rest in His presence.Whether you're beginning your morning, taking a midday pause, or ending your evening, may this meditation help you rediscover the wonder of God's glory and the peace that comes from fixing your eyes on Him."I will speak of your splendor and glorious majesty and your wondrous works." — Psalm 145:5Take care, Notice the Scattered Moments and share the grace.

Share Your ThoughtsOn 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 with conviction, speak the truth with grace, and trust God wherever He leads."Be strong and courageous... for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go." — Joshua 1:9

Share Your ThoughtsIn 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:• Luke 17:21 — “The kingdom of God is within you.”• A reflection on Blandina and the persecuted church• A quote from Greg Boyd on the “counterkingdom of radical love”• Selections from Francis Thompson’s poem “In No Strange Land”The Kingdom often arrives quietly… and outlives them all.Take care, notice the scattered moments, and share the grace.

Share Your ThoughtsSome 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 taught humility.The failures that drove us back to grace.Looking back across the years, we begin to see that many of the things we once called setbacks were actually invitations. Many of the closed doors were acts of mercy. Many of God's kindest answers sounded exactly like "No."Join us for a reflective spoken-word meditation on God's faithfulness in both the gifts He gives and the gifts He withholds."Many of the things I called disasters were actually invitations. Many of the things I called setbacks were mercies in disguise."Take care, notice the scattered moments, and share the grace. 🌿#ScatteredMoments #ChristianMeditation #Gratitude #FaithJourney #GodsGrace #SpokenWord #ChristianPodcast #Devotional #TrustGod #Thanksgiving #SpiritualFormation #PrayerLife

Share Your ThoughtsIn 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 encouragement for the beginning of a new month.“Morning by morning new mercies I see.”Take care, Notice the Scattered moments and share the grace.

Share Your ThoughtsOn 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 brings and His promise to make all things new.

Share Your ThoughtsWe 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 hometowns of people like Abraham Lincoln, Johnny Cash, George Washington Carver, Dolly Parton, and Alvin York, and consider what their stories—and the stories of Scripture—have in common.Perhaps the most important work God is doing today is not happening in a famous city or on a grand stage. Perhaps it's beginning quietly in a small town, a small church, a small act of obedience, or a heart that has not yet given up.Drawing from Zechariah's reminder not to "despise the day of small things," this reflection is an invitation to see your own life, calling, and circumstances through the eyes of faith.After all, God has always done some of His finest work in overlooked places.Scripture: Zechariah 4:10Take care, notice the scattered moments, and share the grace.

Share Your ThoughtsOn 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, and faced her ending with a stillness that still defies explanation.Featuring Psalm 23:4, a lyric from the hymn Be Still My Soul, and voices from three centuries — Joan herself, George Bernard Shaw, and the poet John Donne — all bearing witness to the same unshakeable truth:Death, thou shalt die.

Share Your ThoughtsWhat 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, theologian, and lover of paradox. More than anything, Chesterton taught people how to see. To find wonder in ordinary bread. Glory in ordinary days. Grace hiding beneath familiar things.In a world that never lacks for wonders but constantly lacks for wonder, his voice still speaks.Featuring reflections on Psalm 118:24, a lyric from the hymn Morning Has Broken, and a prayer for eyes that still notice the sacred ordinary."The world will never starve for want of wonders, but only for want of wonder." — G. K. Chesterton

Share Your ThoughtsIn 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 moments of stillness, you'll be encouraged to remember God's faithfulness in both joyful and difficult seasons.Whether you're beginning your day, taking a midday pause, or settling your heart in the evening, this meditation offers a simple invitation: to rest in God's presence and give thanks.Scripture: Psalm 34:1–8Take a few moments to breathe, reflect, and rediscover the gift of gratitude.Scattered Moments is a quiet place for faith, reflection, and grace in the midst of a busy world.

Share Your ThoughtsA 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 Almanac, we reflect on grace that moves from the head to the heart, the road to Emmaus, a timeless poem from William Cowper, and the gentle invitation to slow our hurried souls before God.Includes:• Scripture meditation from Luke 24• A quote from John Wesley• A classic poem by William Cowper• Guided prayer and reflectionTake care.Notice the scattered moments… and share the grace.

Share Your ThoughtsWhen 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 Christ offers instead.Featuring Epistle to the Galatians 5:1, a quote from G. K. Chesterton, and the beloved hymn 'Tis So Sweet to Trust in Jesus, this episode is an invitation to loosen your grip, trust the Savior, and embrace the wild grace of a cage-free life.Take care, Notice the Scattered moments and share the grace.

Share Your ThoughtsBeginning 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 ThoughtsIn 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 of Psalm 91, this meditation invites you into a place of stillness beneath the shadow of the Almighty.Perfect for moments of anxiety, sleeplessness, stress, or simply a quiet pause in the middle of a busy day.“He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High will abide in the shadow of the Almighty.” — Psalm 91:1Take a few moments to breathe deeply, rest quietly, and remember:God is near.God is your refuge.You are held.

Share Your ThoughtsSometimes 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, confess their sins, release bitterness, and receive again the mercy of God.This episode is designed to be revisited often—a spiritual clearing of the heart and a reminder that God’s mercy still meets us every morning.Take a breath.Open your hands.And rest in the forgiveness of Christ.🌿 Themes:• Forgiveness• Confession• Healing from wounds• Releasing bitterness• Receiving God’s grace• Christian meditation & prayer“Though your sins are like scarlet, they shall be white as snow.” — Isaiah 1:18Take care,Notice the scattered moments and share the grace.

Share Your ThoughtsIn 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 quiet presence of Christ.Featuring reflections from Rumi and Blaise Pascal, along with an original spoken-word poem, Drunk on Being Right is a call to stillness, humility, mercy, and quiet holiness in an age addicted to reaction.Scriptures referenced include James 1:19–20 and Psalm 46:10.Take care.Notice the scattered moments.And share the grace. 🌙

Share Your ThoughtsTonight’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 weary, your mind feels crowded, or the weight of tomorrow keeps following you into the night, this meditation was created for you.So dim the lights, take a deep breath, and settle into the quiet reminder that while you sleep… God remains awake.Scripture:Isaiah 26:3Scattered Moments is a quiet place for reflection, worship, and guided meditations centered on the presence of God.

Share Your ThoughtsIn 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 weapon, a political mascot, or a religious artifact while missing the living Christ at its center. The Bible is not safe. It disturbs false peace, confronts dead religion, and calls ordinary people into radical surrender, forgiveness, courage, and hope.Featuring reflections on:• The honesty of Scripture• Why the Bible still confronts modern religion• Charles Spurgeon’s famous “lion” metaphor• The difference between defending Scripture and being transformed by it• The dangerous beauty of grace“The Word of God is living and active...” — Hebrews 4:12Take care, Notice the Scattered moments and share the grace.

Share Your ThoughtsWelcome 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 Presence-Centered Life.Bill shares stories from the Jesus Movement, moments of desperation that shaped his walk with Christ, and practical wisdom on cultivating intimacy with God in a distracted world. Together, Matt and Bill explore what it means to “enter the throne room and shut the door,” and how believers can move beyond spiritual routines into genuine communion with Jesus.This conversation is thoughtful, pastoral, deeply encouraging, and filled with wisdom for anyone longing for spiritual renewal.Whether you are weary, spiritually dry, praying for a prodigal, or hungry for revival in your church, this episode will gently point you back to the presence of God.

Share Your ThoughtsStep 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 distraction, and rest in the presence of the One who still reigns.Scriptures:• Isaiah 6• Matthew 6:6• 2 Thessalonians 1:12Find a quiet place, settle your heart, and enter the throne room.Take care,Notice the scattered moments and share the grace.

Share Your ThoughtsA 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?” — was God’s daily provision. Not predictable. Not fully explainable. Just enough for today.Sometimes life feels exactly like that.A season we cannot define.A future we cannot predict.A wilderness where God provides enough light for the next step but not always the entire map.With a little humor, honest reflection, and the story of manna in the wilderness, this episode is an invitation to trust God even when life feels unfamiliar.Featuring:• Exodus 16:15• Reflections on uncertainty and transition• The humor and humanity of “manna”• A quote from Corrie ten Boom• A reminder that God’s provision often comes one day at a time“Never be afraid to trust an unknown future to a known God.”— Corrie ten BoomTake care, Notice the Scattered moments and share the grace.

Share Your ThoughtsTonight’s guided meditation is a quiet invitation to rest in the peace and presence of God.As the day comes to a close, many of us carry anxious thoughts, unfinished conversations, burdens for people we love, and worries about tomorrow. But Scripture reminds us that sleep itself is one of God’s mercies — a nightly reminder that we are safely held in His care.Drawing from Psalm 4:8 and Psalm 127:2, this meditation gently guides you toward stillness, gratitude, surrender, and peaceful sleep.“In peace I will lie down and sleep, for you alone, Lord, make me dwell in safety.”Find a quiet place, breathe deeply, release the weight of the day, and allow your heart to rest in the faithfulness of God.Take care,Notice the scattered moments,and share the grace.#GuidedMeditation #Psalm4 #ChristianMeditation #SleepMeditation #BedtimePrayer #ScatteredMoments #Peace #ScriptureMeditation #Faith #RestInGod

Share Your ThoughtsMotherhood is rarely quiet… and almost never easy. 🌿In this special Mother’s Day episode of Scattered Moments, Matt reflects on an ordinary moment in a grocery store checkout line that became a reminder of the extraordinary strength, wisdom, sacrifice, and holy love carried by mothers every single day.With humor, tenderness, and a reflection from Proverbs 31, this episode honors the women who hold families together through carpools, late-night prayers, grocery aisles, scraped knees, difficult conversations, and fierce love that never quits.For the joyful, the grieving, the exhausted, and the deeply loved… this reflection is for you.“Her children rise up and call her blessed.” — Proverbs 31:28Take care, Notice the Scattered moments and share the grace.

Share Your ThoughtsMary’s Boy is a reflective journey through the life of Mary—not simply as the mother of the Messiah, but as a mother who loved, protected, released, and ultimately grieved her Son.From Bethlehem to the temple… from Cana to Calvary… this episode explores the beauty and heartbreak of motherhood through the eyes of Mary as she watches the child she once rocked to sleep carry the weight of the world.Tender, poetic, and deeply human, this reflection reminds us that the Savior who redeemed creation was also, somehow, still Mary’s boy.Take a quiet moment. Breathe deeply. And enter the story once again.

Share Your ThoughtsMother’s Day is a time of celebration.But for many people… it is also complicated.For some, it is joyful and loud—filled with phone calls, flowers, family lunches, and handwritten cards.For others, it arrives quietly.Some long to be mothers but never had the opportunity.Some carry the ache of broken relationships.Some think of mothers who are no longer here.Some remember kindness.Others remember wounds.And yet, when I think about motherhood, I also think about something larger than biology alone.I think about the women God has used to shape this world through nurture… wisdom… sacrifice… protection… courage… and grace.Women who fed us.Women who corrected us.Women who prayed for us.Women who taught us right from wrong.Women who carried burdens no one else could see.Some were mothers by birth.Others became mothers through love.And this year, as Mother’s Day approaches, I’ve found myself thinking about my own mom…

Share Your Thoughts“There is therefore now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus.” — Romans 8:1For those carrying regret…For those haunted by old memories…For weary souls limping into tomorrow…This gentle meditation invites you to breathe deeply, release the weight of shame, and rest in the mercy of God.Through quiet reflection, Scripture, guided breathing, and prayerful stillness, you’ll be reminded that grace has the final word.Take a few moments away from the noise and remember:your worst chapter is not your final chapter.🌿 Best experienced with headphones in a quiet place.Take care,Notice the scattered moments and share the grace.

Share Your ThoughtsThere comes a moment when following Jesus means leaving something behind.In Gospel of Luke 9, three voices rise with good intentions—each one sincere, each one hesitant. And in each response, Jesus reveals a deeper truth: faith is not just about what we believe… it’s about whether we are willing to move forward when the moment comes.What do you do when the future feels uncertain?When grief lingers on the horizon?When the past keeps calling you back?Sometimes the most faithful words you can say are the simplest:“I love you. I must be going.”Take care, Notice the Scattered moments and share the grace.