So Much More: Scripture Meditation (Lectio Divina)

Tim is a Master Sherpa Executive Coach, author of 11 published books and hundreds of leadership articles. But most importantly to me, he used to be my pastor and has been a mentor and friend to me through the years. I can’t wait for you to hear from him. He is a wealth of biblical insight and knowledge. Take a few minutes to listen to the experience podcast doing Lectio Divina on Psalm 103 and then tune into this interview to hear where God led Tim. Psalm 103 is Tim’s self-professed favorite Psalm and so we have a deep conversation about it because he’s been mining it for years. We talk about how this Psalm is dripping with grace. We also discuss how this Psalm reveals that God knows exactly who we really are - and why that means we need a Savior.   The exact verses read in this podcast are Psalm 103:8-14 in the NIV. You can find Tim and his free leadership articles at https://www.stevensoncoaching.com/ And don’t miss his excellent leadership book Better. You can grab a copy here. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Angie is a pastor, author, podcaster, founder of Steady On ministries and creator of the Step By Step Bible study method. She lives in southern Illinois with her husband and two sons. Take a few minutes to experience Lectio Divina on Psalm 16 and then tune into this interview to hear where God led Angie. We talk about why home is important and how God has redeemed and restored the concept of home for Angie. We also talk about past trauma and what she wishes her 16-year-old self knew - but what she’s thankful she knows now. The exact verses read in this podcast are Psalm 16:5-10 in the NIV. You can find Angie at https://livesteadyon.com/ The Blue Book Devotional that she uses can be found here. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Kay has served in leadership positions on church staffs for over 10 years. She’s also an author, Bible teacher and the founder and executive director of Beyond Ordinary Women (BOW) which is a ministry that seeks to encourage, equip, challenge and train women to use their influence for the kingdom. Take a few minutes to experience the Lectio Divina on Genesis 50 and then tune into this interview to hear where God led Kay. We have a deep conversation about sin, why we cover it up and what it needs to be addressed. We also talk about the long process of forgiveness – and what it is and isn’t. The exact verses read in this podcast are Genesis 45:25-46:5 in the NIV. You can find Kay and lots of free and useful resources at https://beyondordinarywomen.org/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Rebecca is a former radio host, and a current podcaster, seminary student and Bible teacher. Take a few minutes to experience a few verses from Genesis 45 and 46 as a Lectio Divina. Then tune into this interview to hear where God led Rebecca. You’ll quickly hear that Rebecca is a passionate and knowledgeable Bible teacher. She helps is see the strong Jesus themes in the story of Joseph. And then we get personal as we talk about transitions and how the Lord calls us to move into new seasons empty handed. She also has a great exhortation on why we need to spend our own time in God’s word – instead of just taking what others have learned from Scripture. (Listen closely and you’ll hear a lot of mm-hmms and amens in the background from me.) The exact verses read in this podcast are Genesis 45:25-46:5 in the NIV. You can find Rebecca https://www.rebeccacarrell.com/ and on Instagram @rebeccacarrell and Facebook @rebeccaashbrookcarrell You can also listen to her podcast “Honestly, Though” wherever you listen to podcasts. You can find Jodie at jodieniznik.com, on Instargram @creatingspaceforgod and on Facebook @JodieNiznik Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Rachael is a writer, speaker, and host of The Love Offering podcast. Her devotional titled “A Little Goes a Long Way: 52 Days to A Significant Life” releases October 2022. Take a few minutes to experience Genesis 43 as a Lectio Divina. Then tune into this interview to hear where God led Rachael. The Lord gave her some incredible insights around how generous Joseph was to his brothers, even after they had levied so much hurt and pain on him. This led her to how Jesus does the same for us. We also talk about the long and hard process of true forgiveness. The exact verses read in this podcast are Genesis 43:11, 13-16, 24-31 in the NIV. You can find Rachael at https://rachaelkadams.com and on social media @rachaeladamsauthor You can also listen to her podcast, The Love Offering, every Tuesday wherever you listen to podcasts. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Rebecca hosts the Radical Radiance podcast. She is also a speaker, writer, career coach and a podcast interview coach. She’s dynamic and busy – in all the best ways. Take a few minutes to experience Genesis 42 as an imaginative prayer. Then tune into this interview to hear where God led Rebecca in her time with the passage. She shares some great truths about identity and what the Lord showed her about the things she is tempted to do when her identity is at stake. She also shares how knowing the unchanging character of God has helped her combat these things and trust him in deeper ways. The exact verses addressed in this podcast are Genesis 42:1-11 in the NIV. You can find out more about Rebecca here. And follow her on Instagram @rebeccageorgeauthor And you can listen to her podcast Radical Radiance wherever you listen to podcasts. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Sara is speaker and Bible teacher and the author of the newly released book, Journey to Joy. Take a few minutes to experience Genesis 41 as a Lectio Divina. Then tune into this interview to hear where God led Sara in her time contemplating Genesis 41. She talks about how Joseph trusted God and how she has learned to trust God in her own life. The exact verses are Genesis 41:1, 8-16, 39-40 in the NIV. You can find Sara at: sarachapple.com You can find her new book Journey to Joy here. You can find the Bible study Trust here. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Take a few quiet moments to experience a portion of Genesis 40 through a practice called Lectio Divina. In this practice you will invite the Spirit to help you notice a word or a phrase and how it pertains to your life right now.  The exact verses read are: Genesis 40:14-16, 18, 20-23 in the NIV. This is the third podcast on the life of Joseph and while this podcast can stand alone, it also coincides with the Bible study Trust: A Study of Joseph for Persevering Through Life's Challenges lesson 3. You can get a copy of the study here. Find out more about Jodie at jodieniznik.com or follow her on instagram @jodieniznik or @creatingspaceforgod Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Mary is a literary agent, author of over 40 books, podcast host and artist. And to top it all off, she's incredibly insightful.  Take a few quiet moments to listen to the Scripture Experience podcast on Genesis 39 and then listen in to this conversation to hear where the Lord led Mary and some of the things he helped her notice in this passage.  The exact verses covered are Genesis 39:1-4, 11-12, 16-23 in the NIV. You can find Mary at: marydemuth.com Her Pray Every Day podcast is at: prayeveryday.show And her website that supports abuse survivors is at: wetoo.org Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Kristen is the Women's Minister at Dallas Bible Church. Listen in to hear where the Lord led Kristen in her time doing Lectio with Genesis 37:1-11. We talk about many things including complicated families, which Joseph knew a little something about.    You can find out more about Kristen here: https://www.kristenzionpool.com/about Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.