The Evening Mindset: Christian Bible Meditation and Bedtime Prayers

Send Carey a note (sorry, replies are not possible at this time)TONIGHT’S SCRIPTURE:John 14:16–17[16] And I will ask the Father, and he will give you another Helper, to be with you forever, [17] even the Spirit of truth, whom the world cannot receive, because it neither sees him nor knows him. You know him, for he dwells with you and will be in you. (ESV)SUMMARYWe sit with Jesus’ promise in John 14 that the Father sends the Helper, the Spirit of Truth, to be with us forever. We let that truth steady our hearts at bedtime and we pray for the Holy Spirit’s real, felt presence as we prepare for rest.• reading John 14:16–17 and setting an evening mindset • Jesus’ departure and the promise of the Helper • the Holy Spirit as the Spirit of Truth and third person of the Trinity • the security of God’s presence for confidence peace and boldness • why the world cannot receive the Spirit because it does not see or know Him • the Spirit dwelling with believers and being in us now • a closing prayer for comfort awareness and guidance tomorrow Be real and evident to us right now. In this moment. Whatever we're doing, brushing our teeth, turning down the covers, getting on our pajamas, Lord, whatever it is, reveal yourself to us. Show us your presence and give us comfort that we cannot comprehend. Because of your presence with us. Holy Spirit, enable us to know you more day by day. Even tomorrow, as we rise, be with us. Make your presence in us known. We ask it in your name. Support the Evening Mindset: https://MorningMindsetMedia.com/EMSupportJoin over 16,000 daily listeners who enjoy the podcast that started it all… “The Morning Mindset”: https://MorningMindsetMedia.com/Morning-Mindset

Send Carey a note (sorry, replies are not possible at this time)TONIGHT’S SCRIPTURE:John 14:12[12] “Truly, truly, I say to you, whoever believes in me will also do the works that I do; and greater works than these will he do, because I am going to the Father. (ESV)SUMMARYWe sit with John 14:12 and the startling promise that believers will do the works of Jesus and even greater works because he goes to the Father. We slow it down, clarify what “greater” can mean, and end with a prayer that turns rest into preparation for tomorrow.• Jesus’ words as comfort to disciples facing his departure • belief in Jesus as the center point • staying on track in heart, mind, and actions • “greater works” as greater in number and reach • Jesus going to the Father and the Holy Spirit poured out • miracles and everyday faithfulness empowered by the Spirit • rest at night as fuel for kingdom work tomorrow Support the Evening Mindset: https://MorningMindsetMedia.com/EMSupportJoin over 16,000 daily listeners who enjoy the podcast that started it all… “The Morning Mindset”: https://MorningMindsetMedia.com/Morning-Mindset

Send Carey a note (sorry, replies are not possible at this time)TONIGHT’S SCRIPTURE:John 14:6[6] Jesus said to him, “I am the way, and the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me. (ESV)SUMMARYWe end the day by resting our minds on John 14:6 and Jesus’ claim to be the way, the truth, and the life. We let that promise move our focus off self-effort and onto the peace of being brought to the Father through faith.• John 14:6 as comfort and conviction • the disciple’s question and our need for direction • Jesus as the way rather than a method • shifting focus from what we do to what Jesus has done • coming to the Father through Christ alone • asking for new life and renewed truth • winding down by setting heart and mind on Jesus • praying for rest tonight and grace for tomorrow Oh, friend, go to Jesus.Support the Evening Mindset: https://MorningMindsetMedia.com/EMSupportJoin over 16,000 daily listeners who enjoy the podcast that started it all… “The Morning Mindset”: https://MorningMindsetMedia.com/Morning-Mindset

Send Carey a note (sorry, replies are not possible at this time)TONIGHT’S SCRIPTURE:John 14:1–3[1] “Let not your hearts be troubled. Believe in God; believe also in me. [2] In my Father’s house are many rooms. If it were not so, would I have told you that I go to prepare a place for you? [3] And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again and will take you to myself, that where I am you may be also. (ESV)SUMMARYWe linger in John 14 as Jesus tells us not to let our hearts be troubled and shows us where steady faith begins. We end with a prayer that resets our focus on God’s promises and the future hope that strengthens us today. • reading John 14:1–3 and hearing Jesus’ command to resist a troubled heart • choosing belief in God and belief in Jesus as a deliberate mental reset • picturing the Father’s house with many rooms and a prepared place • gaining long-term perspective for fear, difficulty, and anxiety • returning our attention to God when emotions knock us off track • praying for trust, hope, and peace as we go to bedSupport the Evening Mindset: https://MorningMindsetMedia.com/EMSupportJoin over 16,000 daily listeners who enjoy the podcast that started it all… “The Morning Mindset”: https://MorningMindsetMedia.com/Morning-Mindset

Send Carey a note (sorry, replies are not possible at this time)TONIGHT’S SCRIPTURE:Luke 12:8–9[8] “And I tell you, everyone who acknowledges me before men, the Son of Man also will acknowledge before the angels of God, [9] but the one who denies me before men will be denied before the angels of God. (ESV)SUMMARYWe end the day with Luke 12:8-9 and let Jesus’ words search our loyalty and our fear. We pray for a steady love that makes us bold and compassionate about who he is, even when it costs us. • hearing Luke 12:8-9 as a bedtime meditation • devotion to Jesus as an eternal matter • Jesus as King of Kings and ruler of all • acknowledging Jesus without being mean or argumentative • the fear of man and the habit of denial • realigning our hearts before sleep • laying down family, career, goals, dreams, aspirations at Jesus’ feet • asking the Holy Spirit to grow love, courage, and joyful confession So friends, for Jesus' sake, because of who he is, use this moment before bedtime to realign your heart with Jesus. Support the Evening Mindset: https://MorningMindsetMedia.com/EMSupportJoin over 16,000 daily listeners who enjoy the podcast that started it all… “The Morning Mindset”: https://MorningMindsetMedia.com/Morning-Mindset

Send Carey a note (sorry, replies are not possible at this time)TONIGHT’S SCRIPTURE:Isaiah 59:1[1] Behold, the LORD’s hand is not shortened, that it cannot save, or his ear dull, that it cannot hear; (ESV)SUMMARYWe meditate on Isaiah 59:1 as a steady reminder that God is able to save and fully able to hear us. We bring our fear, shame, and need to Him at bedtime and ask for real assurance of His goodness and care. • Isaiah 59:1 as a reminder of God’s power to save • Hardship and judgment as the backdrop for hope • Repentance and faith as the right response to feeling trapped • Shame-driven lies about sin being unforgivable • Confidence that God hears prayer and welcomes our cries • A closing prayer for assurance, deliverance, and fresh grace Support the Evening Mindset: https://MorningMindsetMedia.com/EMSupportJoin over 16,000 daily listeners who enjoy the podcast that started it all… “The Morning Mindset”: https://MorningMindsetMedia.com/Morning-Mindset

Send Carey a note (sorry, replies are not possible at this time)TONIGHT’S SCRIPTURE:Psalm 143:10[10] Teach me to do your will, for you are my God! Let your good Spirit lead me on level ground! (ESV)SUMMARYWe sit with Proverbs 16:9 and face the tension between our plans and God’s control, then let that truth settle our minds for sleep. We admit how often we try to steer outcomes, and we choose humility and comfort in the God who establishes our steps.• the idea that we are always planning, even in the moment • why Proverbs says our hearts plan while the Lord establishes steps • the fear that planning feels pointless and why that misses the point • how failed plans can become comfort instead of regret • a closing prayer for trust, surrender, and restful sleep Please consider becoming a partner. Go to Evening Mindset dot com to find out more. Support the Evening Mindset: https://MorningMindsetMedia.com/EMSupportJoin over 16,000 daily listeners who enjoy the podcast that started it all… “The Morning Mindset”: https://MorningMindsetMedia.com/Morning-Mindset

Send Carey a note (sorry, replies are not possible at this time)TONIGHT’S SCRIPTURE:Psalm 143:10[10] Teach me to do your will, for you are my God! Let your good Spirit lead me on level ground! (ESV)SUMMARYWe sit with Psalm 143:10 as a bedtime mindset meditation and let David’s words reshape how we pray. We trade last-minute panic prayers for proactive prayers that ask God to teach us His will and lead us by His Spirit.• reading Psalm 143:10 as the anchor for tonight’s prayer • noticing how desperation can push us to pray late • choosing proactive prayer before the crunch time • asking God to teach us to do His will • inviting the Holy Spirit to lead us on level ground • naming our resistance and excuses, then submitting again • closing with a prayer for wisdom to hear and obey Support the Evening Mindset: https://MorningMindsetMedia.com/EMSupportJoin over 16,000 daily listeners who enjoy the podcast that started it all… “The Morning Mindset”: https://MorningMindsetMedia.com/Morning-Mindset

Send Carey a note (sorry, replies are not possible at this time)TONIGHT’S SCRIPTURE:Isaiah 30:21[21] And your ears shall hear a word behind you, saying, “This is the way, walk in it,” when you turn to the right or when you turn to the left. (ESV)SUMMARYWe reflect on Isaiah 30:21 and the promise of a clear voice that guides God’s people back to the right path. We connect that promise to life under the New Covenant, where the Holy Spirit leads us toward obedience, repentance, and peace. • Isaiah’s ministry confronting rebellion, stubbornness, and sin • God’s promise that His Spirit calls His people back • “This is the way, walk in it” as personal guidance • The Holy Spirit’s role in the New Covenant through faith in Jesus Christ • A nightly review of the day to notice prompts, confess disobedience, and reset the heart • Praying for peace and reliance on the Spirit for tomorrow’s decisions Support the Evening Mindset: https://MorningMindsetMedia.com/EMSupportJoin over 16,000 daily listeners who enjoy the podcast that started it all… “The Morning Mindset”: https://MorningMindsetMedia.com/Morning-Mindset

Send Carey a note (sorry, replies are not possible at this time)TONIGHT’S SCRIPTURE:Romans 8:11[11] If the Spirit of him who raised Jesus from the dead dwells in you, he who raised Christ Jesus from the dead will also give life to your mortal bodies through his Spirit who dwells in you. (ESV)SUMMARYWe read Romans 8:11 slowly and sit with the promise that God’s Spirit brings life and strength to our mortal bodies. We name the reality of pain and chronic illness while holding on to sustaining power and God’s nearness in weakness. • Romans 8:11 as the grounding meditation for the night • chronic issues that resist easy answers even with skilled physicians • the human body as an intricate creation with real limits on our understanding • the “if” of faith in Jesus Christ and the Spirit dwelling in us • no guarantee of healing yet a promise of sustaining power • letting Scripture wash over us while lying down in pain • a closing prayer for encouragement and faith for another daySupport the Evening Mindset: https://MorningMindsetMedia.com/EMSupportJoin over 16,000 daily listeners who enjoy the podcast that started it all… “The Morning Mindset”: https://MorningMindsetMedia.com/Morning-Mindset

Send Carey a note (sorry, replies are not possible at this time)TONIGHT’S SCRIPTURE:1 Thessalonians 1:5[5] because our gospel came to you not only in word, but also in power and in the Holy Spirit and with full conviction.SUMMARYWe sit with 1 Thessalonians 1:5 and ask how the gospel of Jesus Christ came to us in the first place. We remember that God uses words, but the Holy Spirit brings power and full conviction that leads to repentance, faith, and real gratitude before sleep.• 1 Thessalonians 1:5 as an evening mindset• the core gospel message of Jesus’ death, burial, and resurrection• reflecting on our own story of hearing the gospel• Paul’s role in bringing the gospel to Thessalonica• the Holy Spirit’s power to move hearts and minds• full conviction over sin and estrangement from God• turning to God in repentance and faith as the only means of salvation• thanking God for seeking us first and drawing us to himselfSupport the Evening Mindset: https://MorningMindsetMedia.com/EMSupportJoin over 16,000 daily listeners who enjoy the podcast that started it all… “The Morning Mindset”: https://MorningMindsetMedia.com/Morning-Mindset

Send Carey a note (sorry, replies are not possible at this time)TONIGHT’S SCRIPTURE:Galatians 5:22–24[22] But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, [23] gentleness, self-control; against such things there is no law. [24] And those who belong to Christ Jesus have crucified the flesh with its passions and desires. (ESV)SUMMARYWe meditate on the fruit of the Spirit and why God describes spiritual growth like fruit instead of a self-improvement project. We end with a simple nightly reset that helps us listen, submit, and start over when anger or impatience wins.• the fruit of the Spirit as love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control• why fruit imagery points to what the Holy Spirit produces in us• abiding in Jesus rather than striving to manufacture change• how conviction and prompting guide daily obedience• a practical end-of-day reflection on where we resisted the Spirit• starting over through humble listening and glad submissionForgive us for saying no when your spirit prompts us in a different direction.Support the Evening Mindset: https://MorningMindsetMedia.com/EMSupportJoin over 16,000 daily listeners who enjoy the podcast that started it all… “The Morning Mindset”: https://MorningMindsetMedia.com/Morning-Mindset

Send Carey a note (sorry, replies are not possible at this time)TONIGHT’S SCRIPTURE:Galatians 5:19–21[19] Now the works of the flesh are evident: sexual immorality, impurity, sensuality, [20] idolatry, sorcery, enmity, strife, jealousy, fits of anger, rivalries, dissensions, divisions, [21] envy, drunkenness, orgies, and things like these. I warn you, as I warned you before, that those who do such things will not inherit the kingdom of God. (ESV)SUMMARYPaul’s list of the works of the flesh confronts us with both the obvious sins and the everyday ones we excuse. We name the seriousness of sin, then walk through a simple path of repentance and forgiveness that helps us go to bed clean and at rest.• the works of the flesh named clearly from Galatians• everyday struggles like anger, jealousy, dissension, and drunkenness• why Paul groups different sins together to show sin is sin• the flesh as old habits formed around human desire not God’s will• what to do when shame and guilt hit after a bad day• repentance and confession as the simple response• Jesus’ forgiveness as complete cleansing for today’s sin• a closing prayer for renewal, peace, and rest without anxietySupport the Evening Mindset: https://MorningMindsetMedia.com/EMSupportJoin over 16,000 daily listeners who enjoy the podcast that started it all… “The Morning Mindset”: https://MorningMindsetMedia.com/Morning-Mindset

Send Carey a note (sorry, replies are not possible at this time)TONIGHT’S SCRIPTURE:Galatians 5:16–18[16] But I say, walk by the Spirit, and you will not gratify the desires of the flesh. [17] For the desires of the flesh are against the Spirit, and the desires of the Spirit are against the flesh, for these are opposed to each other, to keep you from doing the things you want to do. [18] But if you are led by the Spirit, you are not under the law. (ESV)SUMMARYWe anchor our mindset in Galatians 5 and hold tight to the promise that walking by the Spirit keeps us from gratifying the flesh. We define the flesh, explain what it means to “walk” by the Spirit, and pray for clearer guidance and real power to say no. • the guarantee of Galatians 5:16 and what it offers in daily life • what “the desires of the flesh” means in plain terms • examples of fleshly patterns like immorality, deceit and power grabbing • “walk” as a steady way of living in the Spirit’s power • believing the Holy Spirit lives in us as the starting point • how the Spirit alerts us through unease, discomfort and conviction • the Spirit’s power to turn us away and build self-control • a closing prayer for awareness, strength, patience and loving discipline Support the Evening Mindset: https://MorningMindsetMedia.com/EMSupportJoin over 16,000 daily listeners who enjoy the podcast that started it all… “The Morning Mindset”: https://MorningMindsetMedia.com/Morning-Mindset

Send Carey a note (sorry, replies are not possible at this time)TONIGHT’S SCRIPTURE:2 Corinthians 4:7[7] But we have this treasure in jars of clay, to show that the surpassing power belongs to God and not to us. (ESV)SUMMARYWe reflect on 2 Corinthians 4:7 and the picture of treasure held inside a fragile clay jar. We ask God to help us believe His Spirit lives in us so people see His surpassing power rather than our strength.our bodies as jars of clay that look ordinary yet can breakGod’s Spirit as the treasure living within usWhy God chooses weakness to show His power belongs to Himwhat it means to live in a way that looks unexplainably changedturning from discouragement toward faith and asking God to manifest His powerSupport the Evening Mindset: https://MorningMindsetMedia.com/EMSupportJoin over 16,000 daily listeners who enjoy the podcast that started it all… “The Morning Mindset”: https://MorningMindsetMedia.com/Morning-Mindset

Send Carey a note (sorry, replies are not possible at this time)TONIGHT’S SCRIPTURE:1 Corinthians 12:7–11[7] To each is given the manifestation of the Spirit for the common good. [8] For to one is given through the Spirit the utterance of wisdom, and to another the utterance of knowledge according to the same Spirit, [9] to another faith by the same Spirit, to another gifts of healing by the one Spirit, [10] to another the working of miracles, to another prophecy, to another the ability to distinguish between spirits, to another various kinds of tongues, to another the interpretation of tongues. [11] All these are empowered by one and the same Spirit, w ho apportions to each one individually as he wills. (ESV)SUMMARYWe read Scripture on the Holy Spirit and spiritual gifts, then press into the simple truth that God’s Spirit lives in us for the good of others. We end by praying for receptive hearts and humble confidence to follow His leadership tomorrow. • the Spirit giving gifts for the common good • wisdom, knowledge, faith, healing, miracles, prophecy, discernment, tongues, interpretation • the gifts matter less than their purpose • the Holy Spirit as God’s seal and guarantee of our inheritance • God’s Spirit manifesting through us to build faith and point others to Christ • a guided prayer for rest, trust, and Spirit-led living Support the Evening Mindset: https://MorningMindsetMedia.com/EMSupportJoin over 16,000 daily listeners who enjoy the podcast that started it all… “The Morning Mindset”: https://MorningMindsetMedia.com/Morning-Mindset

Send Carey a note (sorry, replies are not possible at this time)TONIGHT’S SCRIPTURE:Acts 4:31[31] And when they had prayed, the place in which they were gathered together was shaken, and they were all filled with the Holy Spirit and continued to speak the word of God with boldness. (ESV)SUMMARYWe sit with Acts 4:31 and trace the link between prayer, the filling of the Holy Spirit, and real boldness. We ask God to replace timidity with confident, gentle courage that reflects Jesus in a world that can feel opposed to faith. • Acts 4:31 as an evening meditation on prayer and power • The early church as small and pressured yet persistent • Prayer as seeking God’s purpose, will, and power • God’s answer as being filled with the Holy Spirit • Boldness as Spirit-formed courage rather than personality • The Holy Spirit’s creative power and presence in us • Speaking hope with gentleness and respect • Learning not to fear the world because our King reigns Support the Evening Mindset: https://MorningMindsetMedia.com/EMSupportJoin over 16,000 daily listeners who enjoy the podcast that started it all… “The Morning Mindset”: https://MorningMindsetMedia.com/Morning-Mindset

Send Carey a note (sorry, replies are not possible at this time)TONIGHT’S SCRIPTURE:Luke 24:49[49] And behold, I am sending the promise of my Father upon you. But stay in the city until you are clothed with power from on high.” (ESV)SUMMARYWe reflect on Jesus’ promise in Luke 24:49 and what it meant for disciples who watched hope die and then saw him alive again. We connect that promise to our anxiety, fear, and stress at night, trusting the Holy Spirit’s presence to bring real peace. • Jesus’ words about the Father’s promise and power from on high • the disciples’ loss, grief, and the shock of seeing Jesus alive • God still having a plan after the most horrendous experiences • the Holy Spirit residing within believers as present help • resting without fear by remembering we are clothed with power • a closing prayer for comfort, peace, and strength in weakness Support the Evening Mindset: https://MorningMindsetMedia.com/EMSupportJoin over 16,000 daily listeners who enjoy the podcast that started it all… “The Morning Mindset”: https://MorningMindsetMedia.com/Morning-Mindset

Send Carey a note (sorry, replies are not possible at this time)TONIGHT’S SCRIPTURE:2 Timothy 1:6–7[6] For this reason I remind you to fan into flame the gift of God, which is in you through the laying on of my hands, [7] for God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love and self-control. (ESV)SUMMARYWe sit with 2 Timothy 1:6-7 and face the many ways fear shows up in our daily lives. We end the day by choosing what God gives instead, power, love, and self-control, and we pray those gifts over our night.• reading and reflecting on 2 Timothy 1:6-7 • recognizing common fears like rejection, offence, and not measuring up • separating God’s Spirit from the source of fear • naming insecurities, spiritual attack, and life circumstances as fear triggers • leaning on the Spirit for power to overcome habits and weakness • practicing love that turns us outward toward other people • asking for self-control over temptation and harmful words That when fear begins to rise, we can rely on you to provide us the power, the love, and the self-control needed to kill that fear, to overcome it in Jesus' name. Support the Evening Mindset: https://MorningMindsetMedia.com/EMSupportJoin over 16,000 daily listeners who enjoy the podcast that started it all… “The Morning Mindset”: https://MorningMindsetMedia.com/Morning-Mindset

Send Carey a note (sorry, replies are not possible at this time)TONIGHT’S SCRIPTURE:2 Timothy 1:6–7[6] For this reason I remind you to fan into flame the gift of God, which is in you through the laying on of my hands, [7] for God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love and self-control. (ESV)SUMMARYWe ground our night mindset in 2 Timothy 1:6-7 and remember God gives us power, love, and self-control rather than fear. We name how failure can distort our view of ourselves, then we turn our attention back to God’s gifts and his work through us as we rest. • reading and reflecting on 2 Timothy 1:6-7 • facing the feeling that failure makes us unusable • remembering every believer receives spiritual gifts through faith in Jesus • seeing gifts as Spirit-given power meant to bless others • shifting from self-performance to God’s will working through us • praying to learn our gifts and use them with faith • choosing repentance and return instead of self-condemnationSupport the Evening Mindset: https://MorningMindsetMedia.com/EMSupportJoin over 16,000 daily listeners who enjoy the podcast that started it all… “The Morning Mindset”: https://MorningMindsetMedia.com/Morning-Mindset

Send Carey a note (sorry, replies are not possible at this time)TONIGHT’S SCRIPTURE:Ephesians 3:17–19[17] so that Christ may dwell in your hearts through faith—that you, being rooted and grounded in love, [18] may have strength to comprehend with all the saints what is the breadth and length and height and depth, [19] and to know the love of Christ that surpasses knowledge, that you may be filled with all the fullness of God. (ESV)SUMMARYWe pray Paul’s words from Ephesians over our lives, asking for Christ’s presence to be real and steady through the Holy Spirit. We also push back on shame by remembering God’s love is not powered by our performance but by his constant, deep grace. • Paul’s prayer that Christ dwells in our hearts through faith • being rooted and grounded like a tree in Jesus’ love • strength to comprehend the vast scope of God’s love • the paradox of knowing a love that surpasses knowledge • resisting the tempter’s accusations after a hard day • confidence that God’s love stays true when we fail • asking God to fill us with all the fullness of God Support the Evening Mindset: https://MorningMindsetMedia.com/EMSupportJoin over 16,000 daily listeners who enjoy the podcast that started it all… “The Morning Mindset”: https://MorningMindsetMedia.com/Morning-Mindset

Send Carey a note (sorry, replies are not possible at this time)TONIGHT’S SCRIPTURE:Ephesians 3:14–16[14] For this reason I bow my knees before the Father, [15] from whom every family in heaven and on earth is named, [16] that according to the riches of his glory he may grant you to be strengthened with power through his Spirit in your inner being, (ESV)SUMMARYWe pray Paul’s words from Ephesians as an evening mindset meditation, asking the Father to strengthen us with power through the Holy Spirit in our inner being. We slow down, breathe, and rest in the truth that God is with us right now and can make our lives a blessing to others.• Paul’s posture of humility and focused prayer• Asking for strength according to the riches of God’s glory• Reframing big prayers as faith rather than presumption• Remembering the Holy Spirit dwells within believers in Jesus• Finding inner power in weak and stressful seasons• Resting with a calm heart and calm mind• Letting God’s strength overflow as a blessing to othersSupport the Evening Mindset: https://MorningMindsetMedia.com/EMSupportJoin over 16,000 daily listeners who enjoy the podcast that started it all… “The Morning Mindset”: https://MorningMindsetMedia.com/Morning-Mindset

Send Carey a note (sorry, replies are not possible at this time)TONIGHT’S SCRIPTURE:1 Corinthians 2:3–5[3] And I was with you in weakness and in fear and much trembling, [4] and my speech and my message were not in plausible words of wisdom, but in demonstration of the Spirit and of power, [5] so that your faith might not rest in the wisdom of men but in the power of God. (ESV)SUMMARYWe end the day by admitting how weak and shaky we can feel, then we anchor our confidence in God’s power instead of our own words. Paul’s fear in Corinth becomes our comfort as we repent where needed, receive forgiveness, and rest in the Holy Spirit’s steady work.• reading 1 Corinthians 2:3–5 and Paul’s “fear and trembling”• Corinth’s many gods and why the message of Jesus was costly• why weak delivery can highlight the Spirit’s power• trusting God to use imperfect words in real conversations• repentance without despair and forgiveness without doubt• releasing anxiety at night through prayer and restDiscover more resources for your Christian walk and how you can support the Evening Mindset by going to Evening Mindset.com.Support the Evening Mindset: https://MorningMindsetMedia.com/EMSupportJoin over 16,000 daily listeners who enjoy the podcast that started it all… “The Morning Mindset”: https://MorningMindsetMedia.com/Morning-Mindset

Send Carey a note (sorry, replies are not possible at this time)TONIGHT’S SCRIPTURE:Matthew 6:11[11] Give us this day our daily bread, (ESV)SUMMARYWe slow down at the end of the day and name what felt lacking, then we hold that need up to Matthew 6:11, “Give us this day our daily bread.” We remind ourselves that God provides on time, invites us to ask in faith, and calls us to rest in His steady care tomorrow and beyond. • reflecting on what felt missing today and bringing it to God • pondering Matthew 6:11 as a simple nightly prayer • letting go of scarcity thinking that fears giving and obedience • trusting God as an abundant Father who provides consistently • practicing gratitude by noticing how daily needs were met • asking, seeking and resisting a jaded view of God’s generosity Support the Evening Mindset: https://MorningMindsetMedia.com/EMSupportJoin over 16,000 daily listeners who enjoy the podcast that started it all… “The Morning Mindset”: https://MorningMindsetMedia.com/Morning-Mindset

Send Carey a note (sorry, replies are not possible at this time)TONIGHT’S SCRIPTURE:Matthew 6:10[10] Your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. (ESV)SUMMARYWe slow down Matthew 6:10 and take Jesus at his word when he teaches us to pray for God’s kingdom and God’s will in our real lives. We wrestle with how big “on earth as it is in heaven” truly is and we bring our unbelief to God before we go to sleep.• Matthew 6:10 as a prayer for real life• moving from rote repetition to thoughtful words• remembering who we speak to when we pray• “on earth as it is in heaven” as a bold comparison• asking whether we truly believe God wants to act• submitting our hearts and our unbelief to GodWe ask you to help us as we go to bed to believe and to ask and to receive in Jesus' name.Support the Evening Mindset: https://MorningMindsetMedia.com/EMSupportJoin over 16,000 daily listeners who enjoy the podcast that started it all… “The Morning Mindset”: https://MorningMindsetMedia.com/Morning-Mindset

Send Carey a note (sorry, replies are not possible at this time)TONIGHT’S SCRIPTURE:Matthew 6:9[9] Pray then like this: “Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name. (ESV)SUMMARYWe slow down with Jesus’ words in Matthew 6:9 and let “Our Father in heaven” reshape how we picture God when we pray. We explore how reverence and closeness belong together as we seek real rest with our minds fixed on a mighty Father.• naming the images that surface when we think of God • sitting with Jesus’ opening words of prayer from Matthew 6:9 • relating to God as Spirit while trusting Him as Father • adoption into God’s family through faith in Jesus • defining hallowed as honored and revered • honoring God’s name through desires motivations and daily life • using quiet reflection to calm the mind before sleep Meditate on that as the music plays. Ponder those thoughts as you prepare yourself for rest.Support the Evening Mindset: https://MorningMindsetMedia.com/EMSupportJoin over 16,000 daily listeners who enjoy the podcast that started it all… “The Morning Mindset”: https://MorningMindsetMedia.com/Morning-Mindset

Send Carey a note (sorry, replies are not possible at this time)TONIGHT’S SCRIPTURE:Matthew 6:7–8[7] “And when you pray, do not heap up empty phrases as the Gentiles do, for they think that they will be heard for their many words. [8] Do not be like them, for your Father knows what you need before you ask him. (ESV)SUMMARYMatthew 6 challenges us to drop empty phrases and trust that our Father already knows what we need. We slow down, name our real needs, and ask with the simple confidence of children who believe they are loved. • Matthew 6:7–8 and the warning against empty words • meditation space to name what we truly need • relationship repair, financial provision, physical healing, emotional healing • the freedom to ask without embarrassment or shame • humility and childlike trust over religious performance • resting tonight by laying needs before a caring Father • prayer of adoption through Jesus and patient trust while we wait Support the Evening Mindset: https://MorningMindsetMedia.com/EMSupportJoin over 16,000 daily listeners who enjoy the podcast that started it all… “The Morning Mindset”: https://MorningMindsetMedia.com/Morning-Mindset

Send Carey a note (sorry, replies are not possible at this time)TONIGHT’S SCRIPTURE:Matthew 5:43–45[43] “You have heard that it was said, ‘You shall love your neighbor and hate your enemy.’ [44] But I say to you, Love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you, [45] so that you may be sons of your Father who is in heaven. For he makes his sun rise on the evil and on the good, and sends rain on the just and on the unjust. (ESV)SUMMARYJesus’ command to love our enemies forces us to rethink what it means to live as children of our Father in heaven. We connect Matthew 5:43–45 to God’s steady kindness toward the just and unjust, then we end with a simple prayer to help the Holy Spirit form real love in us.• Jesus overturning the instinct to hate enemies• Loving enemies as a mark of being God’s children• God’s sun and rain given without favoritism• Remembering we are not “the good ones” by nature• Becoming light in a dark world through practiced love• A bedtime prayer that asks God to reshape our heartsSo as you prepare for bed, how about if you spend a little bit of time praying, asking God to shape your heart around this idea of loving because your Heavenly Father is loving and you want to represent Him well, you can't do it.Support the Evening Mindset: https://MorningMindsetMedia.com/EMSupportJoin over 16,000 daily listeners who enjoy the podcast that started it all… “The Morning Mindset”: https://MorningMindsetMedia.com/Morning-Mindset

Send Carey a note (sorry, replies are not possible at this time)TONIGHT’S SCRIPTURE:Matthew 5:23–24[23] So if you are offering your gift at the altar and there remember that your brother has something against you, [24] leave your gift there before the altar and go. First be reconciled to your brother, and then come and offer your gift. (ESV)SUMMARYWe read Jesus’ words in Matthew 5:23–24 and sit with the uncomfortable order he gives: reconcile first, then bring your gift. We connect the altar to modern giving and ask God for courage to address relational wounds before they fester.• Matthew’s image of a gift at the altar as an act of worship through sacrifice• A modern translation of the passage through tithes, gifts, and generous giving• Stopping mid-worship when we remember someone has something against us• Why unresolved relational wounds grow worse and affect everyone around us• Jesus’ call to unity and harmony among his people• The hard work of naming the elephant in the room• A closing prayer for the Holy Spirit’s power to help us obey and make things rightSupport the Evening Mindset: https://MorningMindsetMedia.com/EMSupportJoin over 16,000 daily listeners who enjoy the podcast that started it all… “The Morning Mindset”: https://MorningMindsetMedia.com/Morning-Mindset

Send Carey a note (sorry, replies are not possible at this time)TONIGHT’S SCRIPTURE:Matthew 5:14–16[14] “You are the light of the world. A city set on a hill cannot be hidden. [15] Nor do people light a lamp and put it under a basket, but on a stand, and it gives light to all in the house. [16] In the same way, let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father who is in heaven. (ESV)SUMMARYWe hold up Jesus’ words about being the light of the world and let them reshape how we see the darkness around us. We remember that the power isn’t ours, and we ask Jesus to shine through our lives when we feel discouraged. • Matthew 5:14–16 and the call to visible faith • why darkness disappears when light shows up • confidence that comes from the Holy Spirit, not personality • refusing timidity when the world feels heavy • good works that point people to our Father • encouragement for anyone who feels ineffective • a closing prayer for strength, wisdom, peace, and guidance Support the Evening Mindset: https://MorningMindsetMedia.com/EMSupportJoin over 16,000 daily listeners who enjoy the podcast that started it all… “The Morning Mindset”: https://MorningMindsetMedia.com/Morning-Mindset

Send Carey a note (sorry, replies are not possible at this time)TONIGHT’S SCRIPTURE:James 3:17–18[17] But the wisdom from above is first pure, then peaceable, gentle, open to reason, full of mercy and good fruits, impartial and sincere. [18] And a harvest of righteousness is sown in peace by those who make peace. (ESV)SUMMARYWe slow down with James’s definition of wisdom from above and let it expose the difference between God-shaped living and relying on our own smarts. We ask God to grow purity, peace, gentleness, mercy, and sincerity in us so our lives produce a quiet harvest of righteousness.a reading from James on wisdom that is pure and peaceablean honest self-check on whether our lives reflect God’s wisdompurity as motives and desires that are cleanpeaceable and gentle ways of relating that avoid strifebeing open to reason as a mark of humilitymercy instead of condemnation when others do wronggood fruits that bless people in tangible waysimpartiality and sincerity as the opposite of favoritisma prayer for rest and confidence that God gives wisdomSupport the Evening Mindset: https://MorningMindsetMedia.com/EMSupportJoin over 16,000 daily listeners who enjoy the podcast that started it all… “The Morning Mindset”: https://MorningMindsetMedia.com/Morning-Mindset

Send Carey a note (sorry, replies are not possible at this time)TONIGHT’S SCRIPTURE:James 3:13[13] Who is wise and understanding among you? By his good conduct let him show his works in the meekness of wisdom. (ESV)SUMMARYWe slow down with James 3:13 and use it to examine our day through the lens of wisdom and conduct. We bring our regrets to God, confess what went wrong, and ask for the meekness of wisdom to shape how we live tomorrow.• James 3:13 as a test for true wisdom• Good conduct as evidence of wisdom at work• Common failures like anger impatience and unethical choices• Wisdom as something we cultivate daily over time• Asking God for wisdom without fear of reproach• Confessing sin and making things right with others• Praying for wisdom to permeate our hearts as we sleepConfess your sins. Make it right with people you need to make it right with. And ask God to give you the wisdom you need so that your conduct can be good conduct going forward according to the meekness of wisdom.Support the Evening Mindset: https://MorningMindsetMedia.com/EMSupportJoin over 16,000 daily listeners who enjoy the podcast that started it all… “The Morning Mindset”: https://MorningMindsetMedia.com/Morning-Mindset

Send Carey a note (sorry, replies are not possible at this time)TONIGHT’S SCRIPTURE:2 Corinthians 9:8[8] And God is able to make all grace abound to you, so that having all sufficiency in all things at all times, you may abound in every good work. (ESV)SUMMARYWe read 2 Corinthians 9:8 and connect it to Paul’s real-life call for generosity during a famine in Jerusalem. We challenge the fear of not having enough and pray for confidence that God will provide as we meet the needs of others.• reading 2 Corinthians 9:8 on grace and sufficiency• explaining the specific context behind the promise• describing the Jerusalem famine and the relief collection• encouraging generous giving without fear of lack• praying for trust that God meets needs as we giveSupport the Evening Mindset: https://MorningMindsetMedia.com/EMSupportJoin over 16,000 daily listeners who enjoy the podcast that started it all… “The Morning Mindset”: https://MorningMindsetMedia.com/Morning-Mindset

Send Carey a note (sorry, replies are not possible at this time)TONIGHT’S SCRIPTURE:2 Thessalonians 2:13[13] But we ought always to give thanks to God for you, brothers beloved by the Lord, because God chose you as the firstfruits to be saved, through sanctification by the Spirit and belief in the truth. (ESV)SUMMARYWe slow down at the end of a hard day and rest in a simple assurance: you are not alone, because God’s Spirit is with you and working in you. Using 2 Thessalonians 2:13, we reflect on sanctification as steady growth God brings about through ordinary life, including stress and hardship.• reassurance that God’s divine help is present• 2 Thessalonians 2:13 as an evening focus• sanctification by the Spirit as progressive growth• the Holy Spirit setting us apart for God’s purposes• stress, anxiety, and hardship as tools God can use• comfort in God’s power working in us daily• a closing prayer for confidence as we sleepLet your mind rest there, ponder there, meditate on that.Support the Evening Mindset: https://MorningMindsetMedia.com/EMSupportJoin over 16,000 daily listeners who enjoy the podcast that started it all… “The Morning Mindset”: https://MorningMindsetMedia.com/Morning-Mindset

Send Carey a note (sorry, replies are not possible at this time)TONIGHT’S SCRIPTURE:2 Thessalonians 2:13[13] But we ought always to give thanks to God for you, brothers beloved by the Lord, because God chose you as the firstfruits to be saved, through sanctification by the Spirit and belief in the truth. (ESV)SUMMARYWe wrestle with the fear of being picked last and the quiet ways performance shapes our self-esteem. We turn to 2 Thessalonians 2:13 and rest in the truth that God chooses us because He loves us, and that security cannot be taken away.• reading 2 Thessalonians 2:13 and naming God’s choice • the playground “draft” as a picture of performance-based worth • shifting from how we feel about ourselves to how God feels about us • beloved by the Lord as a foundation for identity • God’s unchanging love as the reason His choice is secure • sanctification by the Spirit and belief in the truth • a closing prayer for calm hearts, clear minds, and restful sleepSupport the Evening Mindset: https://MorningMindsetMedia.com/EMSupportJoin over 16,000 daily listeners who enjoy the podcast that started it all… “The Morning Mindset”: https://MorningMindsetMedia.com/Morning-Mindset

Send Carey a note (sorry, replies are not possible at this time)TONIGHT’S SCRIPTURE:1 Peter 2:10[10] Once you were not a people, but now you are God’s people; once you had not received mercy, but now you have received mercy. (ESV)SUMMARYWe slow down with 1 Peter 2:10 and let God’s words define us after a long day. We remember that mercy and belonging in Jesus are bigger than stress, and we end by praying for real rest. • resting in God’s description of us as his people • remembering life before Jesus as “not a people” • seeing the gospel transcend every dividing line • comparing daily pressures to the greater gift of mercy • trusting that our worst problem is already solved • closing with an evening prayer for peace and restSupport the Evening Mindset: https://MorningMindsetMedia.com/EMSupportJoin over 16,000 daily listeners who enjoy the podcast that started it all… “The Morning Mindset”: https://MorningMindsetMedia.com/Morning-Mindset

Send Carey a note (sorry, replies are not possible at this time)TONIGHT’S SCRIPTURE:1 Peter 2:9[9] But you are a chosen race, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people for his own possession, that you may proclaim the excellencies of him who called you out of darkness into his marvelous light. (ESV)SUMMARYWe slow down at the end of the day and let 1 Peter 2:9 tell us what is true about us in Christ: chosen, royal, holy, and God’s own possession. We reflect on God’s rescue from darkness into marvelous light and ask for fresh assurance when we feel like we failed. • pondering identity given by Jesus rather than earned • seeing “chosen race” as a shared, corporate reality • understanding “royal priesthood” as pointing people to God • tracing Peter’s language back to Exodus and Sinai promises • recognizing God’s plan to include Jews and Gentiles together • resting in God’s love after a stressful day • praying for reminder and Spirit-empowered change Support the Evening Mindset: https://MorningMindsetMedia.com/EMSupportJoin over 16,000 daily listeners who enjoy the podcast that started it all… “The Morning Mindset”: https://MorningMindsetMedia.com/Morning-Mindset

Send Carey a note (sorry, replies are not possible at this time)TONIGHT’S SCRIPTURE:Colossians 1:9–10[9] And so, from the day we heard, we have not ceased to pray for you, asking that you may be filled with the knowledge of his will in all spiritual wisdom and understanding, [10] so as to walk in a manner worthy of the Lord, fully pleasing to him: bearing fruit in every good work and increasing in the knowledge of God; (ESV)SUMMARYWe pray Colossians 1:9-10 over your life and ask God to fill you with spiritual wisdom and understanding in the middle of your busy, stressful schedule. We talk through how God uses that kind of prayer to shape a worthy walk, real fruit, and a growing knowledge of him, even as you rest. • Paul’s prayer from Colossians 1:9-10 as a model for everyday life • being filled with the knowledge of God’s will through spiritual wisdom and understanding • trusting God to enable a life that is worthy and pleasing to him • bearing fruit through the good works God produces • growing in the knowledge of God through prayer and reflection • a bedtime prayer for love, joy, peace, and patience Read Colossians 1, 9 through 10 with a different perspective from now on. Pray it for yourself.Support the Evening Mindset: https://MorningMindsetMedia.com/EMSupportJoin over 16,000 daily listeners who enjoy the podcast that started it all… “The Morning Mindset”: https://MorningMindsetMedia.com/Morning-Mindset

Send Carey a note (sorry, replies are not possible at this time)TONIGHT’S SCRIPTURE:Colossians 3:4[4] When Christ who is your life appears, then you also will appear with him in glory. (ESV)SUMMARYWe wind down the day by anchoring our tired, racing minds in the sure promise of Colossians 3:4. We remember that Christ is not only our future glory but our present life, and we ask God for peace, patience, and freedom from fear as we fall asleep.• the best is yet to come for those who trust Jesus Christ • Colossians 3:4 and the promise of appearing with Christ in glory • the comfort of a sure outcome when hope feels thin • union with Jesus and the transformation of our lives • Christ as a present resource through the Holy Spirit • obedience as the way Jesus lives through us • prayer for peace, patience, and less anxiety at night Find out how you can support the show by going to eveningmindset.com.Support the Evening Mindset: https://MorningMindsetMedia.com/EMSupportJoin over 16,000 daily listeners who enjoy the podcast that started it all… “The Morning Mindset”: https://MorningMindsetMedia.com/Morning-Mindset

Send Carey a note (sorry, replies are not possible at this time)TONIGHT’S SCRIPTURE:Colossians 3:2–3[2] Set your minds on things that are above, not on things that are on earth. [3] For you have died, and your life is hidden with Christ in God. (ESV)SUMMARYWe pause over Colossians 3:2-3 and choose to aim our thoughts toward what is above instead of what keeps us trapped on earth. We remember that our real life is hidden with Christ, and we end the day asking God to trade our anxiety for His peace. • setting our minds on things above rather than earthly fixation • how sinful thought patterns can consume us over time • choosing godly focus as an act of the will empowered by the Holy Spirit • seeing responsibilities through a heavenly lens without ignoring them • identity anchored in being redeemed and hidden with Christ in God • praying for rest and learning to push away stress for joy and comfort Support the Evening Mindset: https://MorningMindsetMedia.com/EMSupportJoin over 16,000 daily listeners who enjoy the podcast that started it all… “The Morning Mindset”: https://MorningMindsetMedia.com/Morning-Mindset

Send Carey a note (sorry, replies are not possible at this time)TONIGHT’S SCRIPTURE:Colossians 3:1[1] If then you have been raised with Christ, seek the things that are above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. (ESV)SUMMARYWe anchor our evening mindset in Colossians 3:1 and the promise that we are raised with Christ. We unpack what union with Jesus means and how a heavenly orientation helps us release anxiety as we go to sleep. • reading Colossians 3:1 as an evening focus • union with Christ as shared death, burial, and resurrection • new creation identity replacing the old self • seeking the things above while still handling earthly responsibilities • viewing daily life from a heavenly vantage point for clarity • praying to let go of anxiety in light of our inheritance Support the Evening Mindset: https://MorningMindsetMedia.com/EMSupportJoin over 16,000 daily listeners who enjoy the podcast that started it all… “The Morning Mindset”: https://MorningMindsetMedia.com/Morning-Mindset

Send Carey a note (sorry, replies are not possible at this time)TONIGHT’S SCRIPTURE:Colossians 3:15[15] And let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, to which indeed you were called in one body. And be thankful. (ESV)SUMMARYWe read Colossians 3:15 and slow down long enough to let Christ’s peace speak louder than our stress. We explore why we often say we “don’t feel peace,” how neglecting Scripture can block calm, and how gratitude and the Holy Spirit help peace take the lead. • reading and reflecting on Colossians 3:15 • choosing whether to conform or resist peace • questioning what we mean by “not feeling peace” • neglect of Scripture as a source of anxiety • remembering Jesus’ sacrifice and our adoption into God’s family • trusting Christ as King and in control • receiving peace through the Holy Spirit • practicing gratitude as part of the call • praying for God to reveal resistance and teach us to lean into peace Support the Evening Mindset: https://MorningMindsetMedia.com/EMSupportJoin over 16,000 daily listeners who enjoy the podcast that started it all… “The Morning Mindset”: https://MorningMindsetMedia.com/Morning-Mindset

Send Carey a note (sorry, replies are not possible at this time)TONIGHT’S SCRIPTURE:Colossians 3:23–24[23] Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord and not for men, [24] knowing that from the Lord you will receive the inheritance as your reward. You are serving the Lord Christ. (ESV)SUMMARYWe ground our work mindset in Colossians 3:23–24 and ask what changes when we remember we serve the Lord Christ, not human approval. We pray for a reset that brings meaning to every task, even when work feels frustrating and unseen. • reading and reflecting on Colossians 3:23–24 as an evening mindset meditation • examining the motivations behind our work and why “good reasons” can still run dry • reframing jobs, parenting, and entrepreneurship as service to Jesus • trusting God’s bigger purpose in frustrating seasons at work • remembering the inheritance reward that comes from the Lord • praying for practical mindset shifts in our vocation and responsibilities Support the Evening Mindset: https://MorningMindsetMedia.com/EMSupportJoin over 16,000 daily listeners who enjoy the podcast that started it all… “The Morning Mindset”: https://MorningMindsetMedia.com/Morning-Mindset

Send Carey a note (sorry, replies are not possible at this time)TONIGHT’S SCRIPTURE:2 Timothy 3:16–17All Scripture is breathed out by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in righteousness, [17] that the man of God may be complete, equipped for every good work. (ESV)SUMMARYWe reflect on how Scripture, breathed out by God, shapes real life by teaching, correcting, and training us toward maturity. We point to good works prepared in advance and offer rest in God’s steady plan, closing with a prayer to wake eager for the Word.• scripture as God-breathed and authoritative• the four purposes: teaching, reproof, correction, training• maturity as the goal of formation• equipping ordinary people for good works• confidence in God’s larger, steady plan• a prayerful call to rest and rise to the WordLord Jesus, as we rest tonight, make us eager to wake in the morning and open your word and hear your very words spoken to usSupport the Evening Mindset: https://MorningMindsetMedia.com/EMSupportJoin over 16,000 daily listeners who enjoy the podcast that started it all… “The Morning Mindset”: https://MorningMindsetMedia.com/Morning-Mindset

Send Carey a note (sorry, replies are not possible at this time)TONIGHT’S SCRIPTURE:1 Thessalonians 5:23–24[23] Now may the God of peace himself sanctify you completely, and may your whole spirit and soul and body be kept blameless at the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ. [24] He who calls you is faithful; he will surely do it. (ESV)SUMMARYWe read 1 Thessalonians 5:23–24 and rest in the promise that God Himself will finish the work of sanctification. We lay down today’s worries, trust Christ’s faithfulness, and end with a quiet prayer for peace before sleep.• Paul’s prayer for complete sanctification • God’s faithfulness as the ground of assurance • Blameless at Christ’s return through the cross • Naming and releasing anxiety before sleep • Receiving rest as an act of trustGive us rest tonight in that truth. Enable us to lay in our beds comforted by the reality that you are for us, not against us.Support the Evening Mindset: https://MorningMindsetMedia.com/EMSupportJoin over 16,000 daily listeners who enjoy the podcast that started it all… “The Morning Mindset”: https://MorningMindsetMedia.com/Morning-Mindset

Send Carey a note (sorry, replies are not possible at this time)If you can prayerfully support the work we do with Morning Mindset Media - including the Evening Mindset - please go to https://EveningMindset.com and click the big orange button.Support the Evening Mindset: https://MorningMindsetMedia.com/EMSupportJoin over 16,000 daily listeners who enjoy the podcast that started it all… “The Morning Mindset”: https://MorningMindsetMedia.com/Morning-Mindset

Send Carey a note (sorry, replies are not possible at this time)TONIGHT’S SCRIPTURE:Titus 2:14(Jesus) gave himself for us to redeem us from all lawlessness and to purify for himself a people for his own possession who are zealous for good works. (ESV)SUMMARYWe meditate on Titus 2:14 and trace how Jesus’ sacrifice explains our trials, shapes our identity, and fuels zeal for good works. We end with a prayer for rest, purification, and courage to serve others with purpose.• Titus 2:14 read and unpacked• redemption from lawlessness explained• purification as a refining process• belonging as Christ’s own possession• trials as preparation for service• zeal for good works defined and applied• prayer for rest and trust in God’s workSupport the Evening Mindset: https://MorningMindsetMedia.com/EMSupportJoin over 16,000 daily listeners who enjoy the podcast that started it all… “The Morning Mindset”: https://MorningMindsetMedia.com/Morning-Mindset

Send Carey a note (sorry, replies are not possible at this time)TONIGHT’S SCRIPTURE:Isaiah 46:4Even to your old age I am he, and to gray hairs I will carry you. I have made, and I will bear; I will carry and will save. (ESV)SUMMARYWe reflect on the fears that come with aging and anchor ourselves in a promise: God carries, bears, and saves all the way to the end. We end by praying for rest, trust, and relief from anxiety as night falls.• the ache and anxiety of growing older• Isaiah 46:4 as a steady promise for gray hairs• identity rooted in being carried, not performance• practical prayer to release fear at night• reframing limits as pathways to trust and wisdomDiscover more resources for your Christian walk and how you can support the Evening Mindset by going to Evening Mindset.comSupport the Evening Mindset: https://MorningMindsetMedia.com/EMSupportJoin over 16,000 daily listeners who enjoy the podcast that started it all… “The Morning Mindset”: https://MorningMindsetMedia.com/Morning-Mindset

Send Carey a note (sorry, replies are not possible at this time)TONIGHT’S SCRIPTURE:Hebrews 13:5–6Keep your life free from love of money, and be content with what you have, for he has said, “I will never leave you nor forsake you.” [6] So we can confidently say, “The Lord is my helper; I will not fear; what can man do to me?” (ESV)SUMMARYWe reflect on Hebrews and the promise that God will not leave or forsake us, then explore how love of money competes with trust and contentment. We end with a simple prayer to release fear and rest in Jesus as our helper.• the pull of money as security and enjoyment• the danger lies in loving money, not using it• re-centering love on God to learn contentment• proclaiming “The Lord is my helper; I will not fear”• Jesus as better security than savings or investments• a guided prayer to release anxiety and restHelp us to be free from the love of money and to be content with what we have. Enable us as we rest tonight to take a deep breath. And as we let it out, let out every anxiety and fear, and remind ourselves the Lord is our helper. We have no reason to fear. You are adequate. You’re a better security than money, than retirement, than investments. You are our greatest investment, the one who will always pay eternal dividends.Support the Evening Mindset: https://MorningMindsetMedia.com/EMSupportJoin over 16,000 daily listeners who enjoy the podcast that started it all… “The Morning Mindset”: https://MorningMindsetMedia.com/Morning-Mindset

Send Carey a note (sorry, replies are not possible at this time)TONIGHT’S SCRIPTURE:1 Peter 5:6–7Humble yourselves, therefore, under the mighty hand of God so that at the proper time he may exalt you, [7] casting all your anxieties on him, because he cares for you. (ESV)SUMMARYWe explore 1 Peter 5:6–7 and show how humility under God’s mighty hand reframes anxiety. We name fear, cast our cares in prayer, and rest in the promise that God cares and will lift us in the right time. • what anxiety feels like and why it spikes • humility as a shift from self to God • God’s mighty hand as shelter and timing • casting cares as a daily, specific practice • prayer for peace and restful trustSupport the Evening Mindset: https://MorningMindsetMedia.com/EMSupportJoin over 16,000 daily listeners who enjoy the podcast that started it all… “The Morning Mindset”: https://MorningMindsetMedia.com/Morning-Mindset