So Much More: Scripture Meditation (Lectio Divina)

Lectio Divina is the divine or sacred reading of Scripture. Create some sacred space for God and spend a few quiet moments engaging with his living and active Word guided by the Spirit. Once you’ve listened to this Scripture Experience podcast, then head over to the next episode and catch the interview with Dieula Previlon to hear where the Lord led her. Dieula is an ordained minister through the Evangelical Covenant Church, a Licensed Professional Counselor and the founder of ElevateHer International ministries. Dieula’s passion is teaching on 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. The exact verses read in this podcast are Psalm 37:1-4, 7 in the NIV. You can find Jodie at: Jodieniznik.com Instagram @creatingspaceforgod Facebook @jodieGniznik 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.

Lectio Divina is the divine or sacred reading of Scripture. Create some sacred space for God and spend a few quiet moments engaging with his Word. As you allow the Spirit to guide you, you may be surprised by what he draws your attention to. Once you’ve listened to this Scripture Experience podcast, then head over to the next episode and catch the interview with Tim Stevenson to hear where the Lord led him. Tim is a Master Sherpa Executive Coach, author of 11 published books and hundreds of leadership articles. He also 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. The exact verses read in this podcast are Psalm 103:8-14 in the NIV. You can find Jodie at Jodieniznik.com Instagram @creatingspaceforgod Facebook @jodieniznik Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

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.

Lectio Divina is the divine or sacred reading of Scripture. Create some sacred space for God and spend a few quiet moments engaging with his Word. As you allow the Spirit to lead, you may be surprised by where he leads you. Once you’ve listened to this Scripture Experience podcast, then head over to the next episode and catch the interview with Angie Baughman, a pastor, author, and podcaster on where the Lord led her and what he is teaching her. The exact verses read in this podcast are Psalm 16: 5-10 in the NIV. You can find more Jodie at: Jodieniznik.com Instagram @creatingspaceforgod Facebook @jodieniznik 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.

Lectio Divina is the divine or sacred reading of Scripture. Create some sacred space for God and spend a few quiet moments engaging with his Word. As you allow the Spirit to lead, you may be surprised by what he has for you. You will certainly be encouraged. Once you’ve listened to this Scripture Experience podcast, then head over to the next episode and catch the interview with Kay Daigle, an author, Bible teacher and the founder and executive director of Beyond Ordinary Women on where the Lord led her and what he is teaching her. The exact verses read in this podcast are Genesis 50:15-21 in the NIV. If you want to supplement these podcasts and go deeper into Joseph’s life, you can find the Bible study Trust here. You can find Jodie at jodieniznik.com and on instagram @creatingspaceforgod and @jodieniznik 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.

Lectio Divina is the divine or sacred reading of Scripture. Create some sacred space for God and spend a few quiet moments engaging with his Word. As you allow the Spirit to lead, you may be surprised by what he has for you. You will certainly be encouraged.   Once you’ve listened to this Scripture Experience podcast, then head over to the next episode and catch the interview with Rebecca Carrell, former KCBI radio host and current Bible teacher, seminary student and podcast host, on where the Lord led her and what he is teaching her. The exact verses read in this podcast are Genesis 45:25-46-5 in the NIV. If you want to supplement these podcasts and go deeper into Joseph’s life, 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.

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.