So Much More: Scripture Meditation (Lectio Divina)

Whitnee Russell is the president and founder of Bury My Defiance ministry where she uses poetry and photography to create art as a way to share Jesus with others – especially those who are grieving. Take a few minutes to listen to the Scripture experience podcast doing Lectio Divina on Psalm 28 and then tune into this interview to hear where God led Whitnee. We talk about how the Lord helps Whitnee deal with her fears and how the Lord has overcome her fear to give her a powerful and unexpected ministry to those who are grieving. The exact verses read in this podcast are Psalm 27:1-4 in the NIV. You can find Whitnee and her poetry on Facebook at Bury My Defiance Ministries And on Instagram @whitneerussell Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Kat Armstrong is a powerful voice in our generation as a sought-after bible teacher and innovative ministry leader. She holds a master’s degree from Dallas Theological Seminary and is the author of No More Holding Back and The In-Between Place. In 2008, Kat cofounded the Polished Network to gather working women in person and online to navigate career and explore faith in authentic community. As the host of The Polished Podcast, she interviews working women at the crossroads of faith and work. Kat is pursuing a doctorate of ministry in New Testament context at Northern Seminary and is a board member of Pillar Seminary. She and her husband, Aaron, have been married for nineteen years and live in Dallas, Texas, with their son, Caleb, and attend Dallas Bible Church, where Aaron serves as the lead pastor.   Take a few minutes to listen to the experience podcast where you can enjoy the process of Lectio Divina with Psalm 23 and then listen in to hear where God led Kat. We talk about why this Psalm is so important to Kat and how she instinctively goes to the first verse of this Psalm whenever she is overcome with fear. We also talk about the practice of Lectio Divina and how Kat uses it in her time with the Lord every day.   The exact verses read in this podcast are all of Psalm 23 in the NIV.   You can find Kat at www.katarmstrong.com And on Instagram: @katarmstrong1 Her great books, No More Holding Back and The In-Between Place, can be found here Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Aryn is a faith-based songwriter, recording artist, worship leader and mother of four from Dallas, TX. You will quickly hear how talented she is as she sings an original recording of our Psalm to start and end the podcast this week. Take a few minutes to listen to the experience podcast doing Lectio Divina on Psalm 121 and then tune into this interview to hear where God led Aryn. We talk about how God being called The Maker encouraged Aryn with how she is called to make music. We also discussed how God comes to our aid and what that means and doesn’t mean. The exact verses read in this podcast are Psalm 121:1-3, 7-8 in the NIV. You can find Aryn at https://www.arynmichelle.com/ And follow her at: YouTube Facebook TikToc Instagram Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Grab a journal and take a few minutes to reflect on the year gone by and prepare your hearts for the one that is coming. With Luke 18:35-43 as our guide, Jodie will direct you to reflect through 4 movements that invite you to praise God for his faithfulness, recognize and release events from the last year, and notice and name your desires and longings for the coming year. The exact verses read in the podcast are: Luke 18:35-43 in NLT You can find Jodie at: http://www.jodieniznik.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/creatingspaceforgod/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JodieGNiznik Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Listen alone or grab the family and savor a few moments to reflect and refocus on the true story of Christmas. Earl Davidson reads Luke 2:1-21 (Message translation) and Jodie guides you in a short time of reflection and prayer. All this is set to music that will calm your heart and lead you to experience the joy of the season. You can find Jodie at: http://www.jodieniznik.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/creatingspaceforgod/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JodieGNiznik Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Father Jon Jordan is a priest in the Episcopal Diocese of Dallas, where he is a part of the clergy team at Church of the Incarnation. As his second vocation, he serves as the Campus Administrator at Coram Deo Academy, a Classical Christian school. He’s also the author of the book From Law to Logos on the book of Galatians. And if he needed anything else to fill his time, he’s also a husband and father to three little people ranging from 20 months to 8 years old.   Take a few minutes to listen to the Scripture experience podcast doing Lectio Divina on Psalm 91 and then tune into this interview to hear where God led Jon. We talk about how Jon balances his callings, what his daily time with the Lord looks like and the two types of strengths that describe God found in Psalm 91. The exact verses read in this podcast are Psalm 91:1-4 in the NIV. You can find Jon at https://jonjordan.com/ The app Jon talked about, Venite, can be found here. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Pastor Robert Daniels is the lead pastor of Christ Freedom Church in Lewisville, Texas. Take a few minutes to listen to the experience podcast doing Lectio Divina on Psalm 37 and then tune into this interview to hear where God led Robert. We discuss trusting God in the darkest and hardest places of life. We also talk about how being raw and real before God can lead to healing and comfort from God. The exact verses read in this podcast are Psalm 62:1-2, 5-8 in the NIV. You can find Robert at: https://christfreedomchurch.org/robert-daniels/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/robertrobd/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Britt is the founder of Wheat and Honey Co., a product shop that partners with artists around the world to craft hand painted Bibles, Bible studies, apparel and devotionals. Each purchase enables her team to gift hand painted Bibles to the women rescued from human trafficking. Wheat and Honey Co. also hosts events with the next up being Seaside, FL Beach Retreats. Britt is the host of the Wheatful Woman Podcast and believes in the opportunity, as women, to live a rich and meaningful life through our relationship with Christ. Britt lives in Grapevine with her husband, Michael, and golden retriever, Tucker.  Take a few minutes to listen to the Scripture experience podcast where you’ll get to meditate on Psalm 46 through the process of Lectio Divina. Then tune into this interview to hear where God led Britt. We discuss what it looks like to live a life marked by peace. We also talk about infertility and Brittany’s journey of trusting and believing in God through the process and with her future. The exact verses read in this podcast are Psalm 46:7-11 in the NIV. Brittany’s Advent Devotional can be found here: https://wheatandhoneyco.com/products/advent-study-book You can find our more about Wheat and Honey, Co. and Brittany here: https://wheatandhoneyco.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wheatandhoneyco/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Candice Zakariya is on staff at Christ Freedom Church and leads a discipleship ministry for women at herdiscipleship.com. She is passionate about helping women grow as disciples and spend time with their loving father. Take a few minutes to listen to the experience podcast doing Lectio Divina on Psalm 100 and then tune into this interview to hear where God led Candice. We discuss belonging and how knowing that we belong to God brings both security and vulnerability. We also discuss the freedom that is found in understanding who God is and allowing this to help us be more of who we are created to be. The exact verses read in this podcast are Psalm 100:1-5 in the NIV. You can find Candice at: https://herdiscipleship.com/ and on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/candicezakariya Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Dieula Previlon is an ordained minister through the Evangelical Covenant Church. She is also a Licensed Professional Counselor in private practice and the founder of ElevateHer International ministries where she travels the world to teach women about trauma and how to find healing from trauma. She was born in Haiti and grew up in New Jersey. She lived in north Dallas with her husband and three young adult sons for 16 years and has recently returned to New Jersey. On any given day, you might find her reading, speaking and preaching about the intersections of faith and trauma, racial justice and how the gospel liberates women and all God’s children to live a life of purpose on purpose. Take a few minutes to listen to the experience podcast doing Lectio Divina on Psalm 37 and then tune into this interview to hear where God led Dieula. We discuss choosing trust and rest in God as we believe him for coming justice. We also talk about lament and why this process is so important for our spiritual and physical healing. The exact verses read in this podcast are Psalm 37:1-4, 7 in the NIV. Resources we discussed: Prophetic Lament: A Call for Justice in Troubled Times by Soong-Chan Rah The Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma by Bessel van der Kolk M.D. You can find Dieula at: https://www.dieulaprevilon.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dieulap/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.