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Your Nightly Scripture

Lia Girard, Keri Eichberger and Rev. Kyle Norman

Your Nightly Scripture — 260-Day Bible Reading Plan for Peaceful Sleep is a calming, Scripture-centered devotional podcast designed to help you end each day with God’s Word. Brought to you by BibleStudyTools.com, this 5-day-a-week Bible reading plan features carefully selected passages from across the Bible, paired with slow, reflective devotionals and gentle evening prayers.

Perfect for bedtime listening, each episode is read at a peaceful pace with natural pauses to create a quiet, meditative experience that helps you rest, reflect, and draw closer to God. From Psalms and Proverbs to the Gospels and beyond, this year-long journey includes special Easter and Christmas readings, guiding you through the story of Scripture with hope, peace, and spiritual renewal.

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Trusting God Through Every Season of Life (Psalm 71:1-8)

May 4, 2026 - 6 min

Psalm 71:1-8"In you, Lord, I have taken refuge; let me never be put to shame.In your righteousness, rescue me and deliver me; turn your ear to me and save me.Be my rock of refuge, to which I can always go;give the command to save me, for you are my rock and my fortress.Deliver me, my God, from the hand of the wicked, from the grasp of those who are evil and cruel. For you have been my hope, Sovereign Lord, my confidence since my youth.From birth I have relied on you; you brought me forth from my mother’s womb. I will ever praise you.I have become a sign to many; you are my strong refuge.My mouth is filled with your praise, declaring your splendor all day long." Evening Reflection As the day winds down, Psalm 71 reminds us that no matter what happened today, God is our refuge and strength. We take our refuge in Him, and when we do that (not just say that), we will never be put to shame. He’s our righteous deliverer, steady rock, and home on which we can build our lives. Whether the day was full of tumultuous storms or beaming sunshine, those who place their hope in Him won’t be shaken. The imagery in this Psalm describes God as a God of strength. He delivers us from evildoers and is our rock and fortress. As you well know, a fortress is a safe place, a shelter from the storm. Physically, mentally, and emotionally, He will protect us. All we have to do is trust in Him. Sometimes, trusting God is easy—the sun is shining, and our ducks are all in a row. Others, not so much. It’s on those hard and stormy days that we must remember where we place our hope. Hope isn’t passive, but active. It’s alive and fierce. Even if all that looks like is opening your hands in a posture of surrender, that’s enough for today. When you think about your own life tonight, do you feel steady or shaken? Can you say that you trust God through every season of life, or just the good ones? Where do you place your hope? Psalm 71 reminds us that storms and sunshine will come. But God is faithful in both seasons. It’s up to us to continue trusting Him and believing that He’s who He says He is. From birth, we’ve relied on Him, and we must continue to do so. He’s our strong refuge, and we will praise Him. As you prepare for rest, ask yourself: Do I trust God in every season of life? If you struggle, ask Him for help. He’s faithful to provide. Evening Prayer Dear Jesus,As this day winds down, I surrender every season of my life to you. No matter what comes my way, you are good and faithful. You’re my strong tower and fortress. As I put my hope in you, hold me steady. Tonight, I want to rest in the shelter of your wings. Restore my heart and soul.Amen. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Meet Your Hosts

Lia Girard is a poet, mom, wife, author, and former Faith Editor for Crosswalk.com who delights in the truth, discovering new restaurants and exploring wild places. Formerly Lia Martin, her devotionals, articles and video/audio voiceovers are featured on Crosswalk.com, BibleStudyTools.com, iBelieve.com, and the Your Daily Prayer and Your Nightly Prayer podcasts. She soaks up God on long forest walks and shares her inspiration on Instagram @wildpeace.poetry.

Keri Eichberger is the author of Win Over Worry: Conquer What Shakes You and Soar With The One Who Overcomes and has a passion for devotional writing. A Jesus-loving Kentucky girl, she is blessed—together with her best friend and husband of more than twenty years, Mike—with a house full of five kids. Keri was ordained through Southeast Christian Church and has devoted her life to full-time ministry. Connect with her at KeriEichberger.com or Instagram.

The Reverend Dr. Kyle Norman is the Rector of St. Paul’s Cathedral, located in Kamloops BC, Canada. He holds a doctorate in Spiritual formation and is a sought-after writer, speaker, and retreat leader. His writing can be found at Christianity.com, crosswalk.com, ibelieve.com, Renovare Canada, and many others. Rev. Norman has 20 years of pastoral experience, and his ministry focuses on helping people overcome times of spiritual discouragement.

Find more from Rev. Norman at revkylenorman.ca