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The Intentional Podcast is a 21-day Disciple-Making Prayer Devotional to help focus us on igniting the habits of a disciple maker in our hearts and lives and giving the Holy Spirit opportunities to reveal new things throughout the week. Listen wherever you listen to podcasts or find them at wearetrinity.tv
Welcome to The Intentional Podcast. Setting aside time for prayer and Scripture meditation can change the posture of your day. Thank you for spending a few minutes with us as we turn our attention to what Jesus has for the day ahead.
Welcome to The Intentional Podcast. Setting aside time for prayer and Scripture meditation can change the posture of your day. Thank you for spending a few minutes with us as we turn our attention to what Jesus has for the day ahead.
Welcome to The Intentional Podcast. Setting aside time for prayer and Scripture meditation can change the posture of your day. Thank you for spending a few minutes with us as we turn our attention to what Jesus has for the day ahead.
Welcome to The Intentional Podcast. Setting aside time for prayer and Scripture meditation can change the posture of your day. Thank you for spending a few minutes with us as we turn our attention to what Jesus has for the day ahead.OPENING PRAYER: Before you read the Scripture for today, limit the distractions around you and spend time in prayer. Spend time thanking God for the opportunity we have to spend with Him through the reading of His Word.SCRIPTURE:Matthew 2HISTORICAL CONTEXT:It was very common for Magi to come and worship the new King. What “disturbed” King Herod was that he was currently King! Back in ancient times, astrology would have been considered the “science” of the time. REFLECTION QUESTIONS:What phrases stood out to you?What might God be saying to you through this passage, and how can you respond today?What does this passage tell us about God? How does it look forward to Jesus’ coming?
Welcome to The Intentional Podcast. Setting aside time for prayer and Scripture meditation can change the posture of your day. Thank you for spending a few minutes with us as we turn our attention to what Jesus has for the day ahead.OPENING PRAYER: Before you read the Scripture for today, limit the distractions around you and spend time in prayer. Spend time thanking God for the opportunity we have to spend with Him through the reading of His Word.SCRIPTURE: Luke 2:1-20HISTORICAL CONTEXT: Augustus was the most powerful ruler in the Mediterranean world. This table shows the contrast between the current ruler and the ruler that is born in Luke 2.AugustusJesusAugustus (v.1) ruled from a palaceJesus was placed in a an animal feeding trough shortly after birth (v.7)Earthly choirs in imperial temples praised Augustus, celebrating his birthdayHeavenly choirs praised Jesus at his birth (v.13)Augustus was hailed as bringer of the Pax Romana, the Roman peaceHeaven’s choirs praised Jesus as bringer of true peace (v.14)Augustus was hailed as savior and lordThe angel of the Lord announces Jesus as Savior and Lord (v.11)Augustus enjoyed the praise of the powerfulAngels announced Jesus’ birth to shepherds, who were considered lowly and often despised (vv.8-9)REFLECTION QUESTIONS:What phrases stood out to you?What might God be saying to you through this passage, and how can you respond today?What does this passage tell us about God? How does it look forward to Jesus’ coming?
Welcome to The Intentional Podcast. Setting aside time for prayer and Scripture meditation can change the posture of your day. Thank you for spending a few minutes with us as we turn our attention to what Jesus has for the day ahead.OPENING PRAYER: Before you read the Scripture for today, limit the distractions around you and spend time in prayer. Spend time thanking God for the opportunity we have to spend with Him through the reading of His Word.SCRIPTURE:Luke 1:26-56HISTORICAL CONTEXT:When we transition to reading the New Testament, we have to remember that much of the New Testament parallels and fulfills what was spoken about in the Old Testament. For example, Mary’s song in verses 46-56, possibly connects with Hannah’s song found in 1 Samuel 2:1-10. Take a minute and look at the two passages together as you read Luke 1:26-56 today.REFLECTION QUESTIONS:What phrases stood out to you?What might God be saying to you through this passage, and how can you respond today?What does this passage tell us about God? How does it look forward to Jesus’ coming?
Welcome to The Intentional Podcast. Setting aside time for prayer and Scripture meditation can change the posture of your day. Thank you for spending a few minutes with us as we turn our attention to what Jesus has for the day ahead.OPENING PRAYER: Before you read the Scripture for today, limit the distractions around you and spend time in prayer. Spend time thanking God for the opportunity we have to spend with Him through the reading of His Word.SCRIPTURE:Malachi 3HISTORICAL CONTEXT:The concept of “messengers” was very common during this ancient time period. Kings and gods would send messengers often to communicate things to the people and carry out missions. Messengers filled diplomatic, business, and administrative functions and carried the authority of the one who sent them. REFLECTION QUESTIONS:What phrases stood out to you?What might God be saying to you through this passage, and how can you respond today?What does this passage tell us about God? How does it look forward to Jesus’ coming?
Welcome to The Intentional Podcast. Setting aside time for prayer and Scripture meditation can change the posture of your day. Thank you for spending a few minutes with us as we turn our attention to what Jesus has for the day ahead.OPENING PRAYER: Before you read the Scripture for today, limit the distractions around you and spend time in prayer. Spend time thanking God for the opportunity we have to spend with Him through the reading of His Word.SCRIPTURE:Jonah 2HISTORICAL CONTEXT:There is scholarly debate about whether the book of Jonah is Jewish folk-tale or a historical account. No matter the outcome of that debate, there is still a strong message of love and justice that we can glean from this book. Jonah 2 focuses on the prayer of Jonah in the belly of the fish. Pay attention to the progression of Jonah’s prayer as he finds himself in a low and scary point in his life. REFLECTION QUESTIONS:What phrases stood out to you?What might God be saying to you through this passage, and how can you respond today?What does this passage tell us about God? How does it look forward to Jesus’ coming?
Welcome to The Intentional Podcast. Setting aside time for prayer and Scripture meditation can change the posture of your day. Thank you for spending a few minutes with us as we turn our attention to what Jesus has for the day ahead.OPENING PRAYER: Before you read the Scripture for today, limit the distractions around you and spend time in prayer. Spend time thanking God for the opportunity we have to spend with Him through the reading of His Word.SCRIPTURE:Daniel 6HISTORICAL CONTEXT:Daniel would have likely been around 80 years old when this took place. No matter the consequence, Daniel was unwilling to not pray for 30 days or to pray in secret. The “den” that he was thrown into was like an enclosure that allowed for people to watch, as this was a common execution tactic during this time. REFLECTION QUESTIONS:What phrases stood out to you?What might God be saying to you through this passage, and how can you respond today?What does this passage tell us about God? How does it look forward to Jesus’ coming?
Welcome to The Intentional Podcast. Setting aside time for prayer and Scripture meditation can change the posture of your day. Thank you for spending a few minutes with us as we turn our attention to what Jesus has for the day ahead.OPENING PRAYER: Before you read the Scripture for today, limit the distractions around you and spend time in prayer. Spend time thanking God for the opportunity we have to spend with Him through the reading of His Word.SCRIPTURE:Isaiah 9:1-7HISTORICAL CONTEXT:This passage is a prophecy from the prophet Isaiah. Isaiah is acknowledging the dark days of the present, but calling the people to look to the future which will be bringing the coming Messiah. This “Prince of Peace” that Isaiah is talking about is going to be bringing much more than just no war, but peace that includes safety, wholeness, and good relationships. REFLECTION QUESTIONS:What phrases stood out to you?What might God be saying to you through this passage, and how can you respond today?What does this passage tell us about God? How does it look forward to Jesus’ coming?
Welcome to The Intentional Podcast. Setting aside time for prayer and Scripture meditation can change the posture of your day. Thank you for spending a few minutes with us as we turn our attention to what Jesus has for the day ahead.OPENING PRAYER: Before you read the Scripture for today, limit the distractions around you and spend time in prayer. Spend time thanking God for the opportunity we have to spend with Him through the reading of His Word.SCRIPTURE:2 Kings 5:1-19HISTORICAL CONTEXT:This is a story that Jesus refers to later in the New Testament in Luke 4:27. REFLECTION QUESTIONS:What phrases stood out to you?What might God be saying to you through this passage, and how can you respond today?What does this passage tell us about God? How does it look forward to Jesus’ coming?
Welcome to The Intentional Podcast. Setting aside time for prayer and Scripture meditation can change the posture of your day. Thank you for spending a few minutes with us as we turn our attention to what Jesus has for the day ahead.OPENING PRAYER: Before you read the Scripture for today, limit the distractions around you and spend time in prayer. Spend time thanking God for the opportunity we have to spend with Him through the reading of His Word.SCRIPTURE:Psalm 51HISTORICAL CONTEXT:Psalms are typically grouped into these five categories:Hymns in praise of God’s character and deeds (ex. 8, 19, 29)Community laments (ex. 44, 74)Royal Psalms (ex. 2, 18, 20, 45)Individual laments (ex. 3, 7, 13, 25, 51)Individual thanksgiving (ex. 30, 32, 34)REFLECTION QUESTIONS:What phrases stood out to you?What might God be saying to you through this passage, and how can you respond today?What does this passage tell us about God? How does it look forward to Jesus’ coming?
Welcome to The Intentional Podcast. Setting aside time for prayer and Scripture meditation can change the posture of your day. Thank you for spending a few minutes with us as we turn our attention to what Jesus has for the day ahead.OPENING PRAYER: Before you read the Scripture for today, limit the distractions around you and spend time in prayer. Spend time thanking God for the opportunity we have to spend with Him through the reading of His Word.SCRIPTURE:1 Samuel 17:32-51HISTORICAL CONTEXT:Check out the to see on a map where David fought Goliath. REFLECTION QUESTIONS:What phrases stood out to you?What might God be saying to you through this passage, and how can you respond today?What does this passage tell us about God? How does it look forward to Jesus’ coming?
Welcome to The Intentional Podcast. Setting aside time for prayer and Scripture meditation can change the posture of your day. Thank you for spending a few minutes with us as we turn our attention to what Jesus has for the day ahead.OPENING PRAYER: Before you read the Scripture for today, limit the distractions around you and spend time in prayer. Spend time thanking God for the opportunity we have to spend with Him through the reading of His Word.SCRIPTURE:1 Samuel 16:1-13HISTORICAL CONTEXT:Verse 7 reveals that God has a higher value for the heart of a person, rather than the outward appearance. In Hebrew culture, “the heart” was the central location of intellectual, ethical, moral, and religious consciousness. It is also interesting to note a common theme through the Bible that birth order is not of ultimate importance to God’s plan being moved forward. REFLECTION QUESTIONS:What phrases stood out to you?What might God be saying to you through this passage, and how can you respond today?What does this passage tell us about God? How does it look forward to Jesus’ coming?
Welcome to The Intentional Podcast. Setting aside time for prayer and Scripture meditation can change the posture of your day. Thank you for spending a few minutes with us as we turn our attention to what Jesus has for the day ahead.OPENING PRAYER: Before you read the Scripture for today, limit the distractions around you and spend time in prayer. Spend time thanking God for the opportunity we have to spend with Him through the reading of His Word.SCRIPTURE:Joshua 6:8-21HISTORICAL CONTEXT:See the map below for where Jericho is located.REFLECTION QUESTIONS:What phrases stood out to you?What might God be saying to you through this passage, and how can you respond today?What does this passage tell us about God? How does it look forward to Jesus’ coming?
Welcome to The Intentional Podcast. Setting aside time for prayer and Scripture meditation can change the posture of your day. Thank you for spending a few minutes with us as we turn our attention to what Jesus has for the day ahead.OPENING PRAYER: Before you read the Scripture for today, limit the distractions around you and spend time in prayer. Spend time thanking God for the opportunity we have to spend with Him through the reading of His Word.SCRIPTURE:Exodus 20:1-21HISTORICAL CONTEXT:The Ten Commandments are a framework for how to live a sanctified life, no matter your societal structure. In the ancient world, there were many different structures for societies and the Ten Commandments address how we are to live. God is calling us to live to a higher standard than the people around us. REFLECTION QUESTIONS:What phrases stood out to you?What might God be saying to you through this passage, and how can you respond today?What does this passage tell us about God? How does it look forward to Jesus’ coming?
Welcome to The Intentional Podcast. Setting aside time for prayer and Scripture meditation can change the posture of your day. Thank you for spending a few minutes with us as we turn our attention to what Jesus has for the day ahead.OPENING PRAYER: Before you read the Scripture for today, limit the distractions around you and spend time in prayer. Spend time thanking God for the opportunity we have to spend with Him through the reading of His Word.SCRIPTURE:Exodus 15:1-19HISTORICAL CONTEXT:This song from Moses is a victory celebration of epic proporations. Imagine being in this position and just witnessing God defeat your enemy and rescue you from slavery. Moses is also communicating to the Israelite people that God, Yahweh, is not a mythical king. He is ever present with them now and forevermore.REFLECTION QUESTIONS:What phrases stood out to you?What might God be saying to you through this passage, and how can you respond today?What does this passage tell us about God? How does it look forward to Jesus’ coming?
Welcome to The Intentional Podcast. Setting aside time for prayer and Scripture meditation can change the posture of your day. Thank you for spending a few minutes with us as we turn our attention to what Jesus has for the day ahead.OPENING PRAYER: Before you read the Scripture for today, limit the distractions around you and spend time in prayer. Spend time thanking God for the opportunity we have to spend with Him through the reading of His Word.SCRIPTURE:Exodus 3HISTORICAL CONTEXT:In verse 5, Moses removes his sandals and goes barefoot. This would have been a standard practice during this time. People would remove their sandals in the presence of a god or King, even if the King were wearing his shoes. Removing sandals could have also been an acknowledgment of Moses knowing that he was unclean and stepping into “holy ground.”REFLECTION QUESTIONS:What phrases stood out to you?What might God be saying to you through this passage, and how can you respond today?What does this passage tell us about God? How does it look forward to Jesus’ coming?
Welcome to The Intentional Podcast. Setting aside time for prayer and Scripture meditation can change the posture of your day. Thank you for spending a few minutes with us as we turn our attention to what Jesus has for the day ahead.OPENING PRAYER: Before you read the Scripture for today, limit the distractions around you and spend time in prayer. Spend time thanking God for the opportunity we have to spend with Him through the reading of His Word.SCRIPTURE:Genesis 45HISTORICAL CONTEXT:See the map below to see where the places in this passage are located and how Joseph traveled. REFLECTION QUESTIONS:What phrases stood out to you?What might God be saying to you through this passage, and how can you respond today?What does this passage tell us about God? How does it look forward to Jesus’ coming?
Welcome to The Intentional Podcast. Setting aside time for prayer and Scripture meditation can change the posture of your day. Thank you for spending a few minutes with us as we turn our attention to what Jesus has for the day ahead.OPENING PRAYER: Before you read the Scripture for today, limit the distractions around you and spend time in prayer. Spend time thanking God for the opportunity we have to spend with Him through the reading of His Word.SCRIPTURE:Genesis 29:15-35HISTORICAL CONTEXT:This marriage contract was unusual for the time because it was double the going rate for work. Typically, if a groom had no money he would work-for-hire. Bride prices were typically 30-40 shekels of silver and workers would be paid 1 shekel per month. REFLECTION QUESTIONS:What phrases stood out to you?What might God be saying to you through this passage, and how can you respond today?What does this passage tell us about God? How does it look forward to Jesus’ coming?
Welcome to The Intentional Podcast. Setting aside time for prayer and Scripture meditation can change the posture of your day. Thank you for spending a few minutes with us as we turn our attention to what Jesus has for the day ahead.OPENING PRAYER: Before you read the Scripture for today, limit the distractions around you and spend time in prayer. Spend time thanking God for the opportunity we have to spend with Him through the reading of His Word.SCRIPTURE:Genesis 22:1-19HISTORICAL CONTEXT:Verse 14 is a demonstration of revolutionary faith on Abraham’s behalf. At this time people had gods for the long-term life concerns and then patron (city, ancestors) gods for the short-term daily issues. The original language shows that Abraham is saying that God/Yahweh is providing the short-term AND the long-term needs. REFLECTION QUESTIONS:What phrases stood out to you?What might God be saying to you through this passage, and how can you respond today?What does this passage tell us about God? How does it look forward to Jesus’ coming?
Welcome to The Intentional Podcast. Setting aside time for prayer and Scripture meditation can change the posture of your day. Thank you for spending a few minutes with us as we turn our attention to what Jesus has for the day ahead.
Welcome to The Intentional Podcast. Setting aside time for prayer and Scripture meditation can change the posture of your day. Thank you for spending a few minutes with us as we turn our attention to what Jesus has for the day ahead.TWO MINUTES OF SILENCESCRIPTURE:John 20 NLTBREATH PRAYER:Take a breath in as you pray, “God, awaken my heart...”Let the breath out and pray, “...to your great love for me.”REFLECTION QUESTIONS: What phrases stood out to you?What might God be saying to you through this passage, and how can you respond today?
Welcome to The Intentional Podcast. Setting aside time for prayer and Scripture meditation can change the posture of your day. Thank you for spending a few minutes with us as we turn our attention to what Jesus has for the day ahead.TWO MINUTES OF SILENCESCRIPTURE:John 18: 12-40 NLTBREATH PRAYER:Take a breath in as you pray, “God, awaken my heart...”Let the breath out and pray, “...to your great love for me.”REFLECTION QUESTIONS: What phrases stood out to you?What might God be saying to you through this passage, and how can you respond today?
Welcome to The Intentional Podcast. Setting aside time for prayer and Scripture meditation can change the posture of your day. Thank you for spending a few minutes with us as we turn our attention to what Jesus has for the day ahead.TWO MINUTES OF SILENCESCRIPTURE:Matthew 26:36-46 NLTBREATH PRAYER:Take a breath in as you pray, “God, awaken my heart...”Let the breath out and pray, “...to your great love for me.”REFLECTION QUESTIONS: What phrases stood out to you?What might God be saying to you through this passage, and how can you respond today?
Welcome to The Intentional Podcast. Setting aside time for prayer and Scripture meditation can change the posture of your day. Thank you for spending a few minutes with us as we turn our attention to what Jesus has for the day ahead.TWO MINUTES OF SILENCESCRIPTURE:John 17 NLTBREATH PRAYER:Take a breath in as you pray, “God, awaken my heart...”Let the breath out and pray, “...to your great love for me.”REFLECTION QUESTIONS: What phrases stood out to you?What might God be saying to you through this passage, and how can you respond today?
Welcome to The Intentional Podcast. Setting aside time for prayer and Scripture meditation can change the posture of your day. Thank you for spending a few minutes with us as we turn our attention to what Jesus has for the day ahead.TWO MINUTES OF SILENCESCRIPTURE:John 16:25-33 NLTBREATH PRAYER:Take a breath in as you pray, “God, awaken my heart...”Let the breath out and pray, “...to your great love for me.”REFLECTION QUESTIONS: What phrases stood out to you?What might God be saying to you through this passage, and how can you respond today?
Welcome to The Intentional Podcast. Setting aside time for prayer and Scripture meditation can change the posture of your day. Thank you for spending a few minutes with us as we turn our attention to what Jesus has for the day ahead.TWO MINUTES OF SILENCESCRIPTURE:John 16:16-24 NLTBREATH PRAYER:Take a breath in as you pray, “God, awaken my heart...”Let the breath out and pray, “...to your great love for me.”REFLECTION QUESTIONS: What phrases stood out to you?What might God be saying to you through this passage, and how can you respond today?
Welcome to The Intentional Podcast. Setting aside time for prayer and Scripture meditation can change the posture of your day. Thank you for spending a few minutes with us as we turn our attention to what Jesus has for the day ahead.TWO MINUTES OF SILENCESCRIPTURE:John 16:1-15 NLTBREATH PRAYER:Take a breath in as you pray, “God, awaken my heart...”Let the breath out and pray, “...to your great love for me.”REFLECTION QUESTIONS: What phrases stood out to you?What might God be saying to you through this passage, and how can you respond today?
Welcome to The Intentional Podcast. Setting aside time for prayer and Scripture meditation can change the posture of your day. Thank you for spending a few minutes with us as we turn our attention to what Jesus has for the day ahead.TWO MINUTES OF SILENCESCRIPTURE:John 15:1-17 NLTBREATH PRAYER:Take a breath in as you pray, “God, awaken my heart...”Let the breath out and pray, “...to your great love for me.”REFLECTION QUESTIONS: What phrases stood out to you?What might God be saying to you through this passage, and how can you respond today?
Welcome to The Intentional Podcast. Setting aside time for prayer and Scripture meditation can change the posture of your day. Thank you for spending a few minutes with us as we turn our attention to what Jesus has for the day ahead.TWO MINUTES OF SILENCESCRIPTURE:John 14:15-31 NLTBREATH PRAYER:Take a breath in as you pray, “God, awaken my heart...”Let the breath out and pray, “...to your great love for me.” REFLECTION QUESTIONS: What phrases stood out to you?What might God be saying to you through this passage, and how can you respond today?
Welcome to The Intentional Podcast. Setting aside time for prayer and Scripture meditation can change the posture of your day. Thank you for spending a few minutes with us as we turn our attention to what Jesus has for the day ahead.TWO MINUTES OF SILENCESCRIPTURE:John 14:1-13 NLTBREATH PRAYER:Take a breath in as you pray, “God, awaken my heart...”Let the breath out and pray, “...to your great love for me.” REFLECTION QUESTIONS: What phrases stood out to you?What might God be saying to you through this passage, and how can you respond today?
Welcome to The Intentional Podcast. Setting aside time for prayer and Scripture meditation can change the posture of your day. Thank you for spending a few minutes with us as we turn our attention to what Jesus has for the day ahead.TWO MINUTES OF SILENCESCRIPTURE:John 13:1-20 NLTBREATH PRAYER:Take a breath in as you pray, “God, awaken my heart...”Let the breath out and pray, “...to your great love for me.” REFLECTION QUESTIONS: What phrases stood out to you?What might God be saying to you through this passage, and how can you respond today?
Welcome to The Intentional Podcast. Setting aside time for prayer and Scripture meditation can change the posture of your day. Thank you for spending a few minutes with us as we turn our attention to what Jesus has for the day ahead.TWO MINUTES OF SILENCESCRIPTURE:John 12:20-50 NLTBREATH PRAYER:Take a breath in as you pray, “God, awaken my heart...”Let the breath out and pray, “...to your great love for me.”REFLECTION QUESTIONS: What phrases stood out to you?What might God be saying to you through this passage, and how can you respond today?
Welcome to The Intentional Podcast. Setting aside time for prayer and Scripture meditation can change the posture of your day. Thank you for spending a few minutes with us as we turn our attention to what Jesus has for the day ahead.TWO MINUTES OF SILENCESCRIPTURE:John 12:1-19 NLTBREATH PRAYER:Take a breath in as you pray, “God, awaken my heart...”Let the breath out and pray, “...to your great love for me.”REFLECTION QUESTIONS: What phrases stood out to you?What might God be saying to you through this passage, and how can you respond today?
Welcome to The Intentional Podcast. Setting aside time for prayer and Scripture meditation can change the posture of your day. Thank you for spending a few minutes with us as we turn our attention to what Jesus has for the day ahead.TWO MINUTES OF SILENCESCRIPTURE:John 8:1-11 NLTBREATH PRAYER:Take a breath in as you pray, “God, awaken my heart...”Let the breath out and pray, “...to your great love for me.”REFLECTION QUESTIONS: What phrases stood out to you?What might God be saying to you through this passage, and how can you respond today?
Welcome to The Intentional Podcast. Setting aside time for prayer and Scripture meditation can change the posture of your day. Thank you for spending a few minutes with us as we turn our attention to what Jesus has for the day ahead.TWO MINUTES OF SILENCESCRIPTURE:John 4:1-26 NLTBREATH PRAYER:Take a breath in as you pray, “God, awaken my heart...”Let the breath out and pray, “...to your great love for me.”REFLECTION QUESTIONS: What phrases stood out to you?What might God be saying to you through this passage, and how can you respond today?
Welcome to The Intentional Podcast. Setting aside time for prayer and Scripture meditation can change the posture of your day. Thank you for spending a few minutes with us as we turn our attention to what Jesus has for the day ahead.TWO MINUTES OF SILENCE: SCRIPTURE:Isaiah 61 NLTBREATH PRAYER:Take a breath in as you pray, “In your presence, oh God....”Let the breath out and pray, “...there is fullness of joy.”REFLECTION QUESTIONS: What phrases stood out to you?What might God be saying to you through this passage, and how can you respond today?
Welcome to The Intentional Podcast. Setting aside time for prayer and Scripture meditation can change the posture of your day. Thank you for spending a few minutes with us as we turn our attention to what Jesus has for the day ahead.TWO MINUTES OF SILENCESCRIPTURE:Exodus 15:1-21 NLTBREATH PRAYER:Take a breath in as you pray, “Speak, Lord...”Let the breath out and pray, “...your servant is listening.”REFLECTION QUESTIONS: What phrases stood out to you?What might God be saying to you through this passage, and how can you respond today?
Welcome to The Intentional Podcast. Setting aside time for prayer and Scripture meditation can change the posture of your day. Thank you for spending a few minutes with us as we turn our attention to what Jesus has for the day ahead.TWO MINUTES OF SILENCESCRIPTURE:Psalm 23 NLTBREATH PRAYER:Take a breath in as you pray, “Speak, Lord...”Let the breath out and pray, “...your servant is listening.”REFLECTION QUESTIONS: What phrases stood out to you?What might God be saying to you through this passage, and how can you respond today?
Welcome to The Intentional Podcast. Setting aside time for prayer and Scripture meditation can change the posture of your day. Thank you for spending a few minutes with us as we turn our attention to what Jesus has for the day ahead.TWO MINUTES OF SILENCESCRIPTURE:Psalm 24 NLTBREATH PRAYER:Take a breath in as you pray, “Speak, Lord...”Let the breath out and pray, “...your servant is listening.”REFLECTION QUESTIONS: What phrases stood out to you?What might God be saying to you through this passage, and how can you respond today?
Welcome to The Intentional Podcast. Setting aside time for prayer and Scripture meditation can change the posture of your day. Thank you for spending a few minutes with us as we turn our attention to what Jesus has for the day ahead.TWO MINUTES OF SILENCESCRIPTURE:Psalm 16 NLTBREATH PRAYER:Take a breath in as you pray, “Speak, Lord...”Let the breath out and pray, “...your servant is listening.”REFLECTION QUESTIONS: What phrases stood out to you?What might God be saying to you through this passage, and how can you respond today?
Welcome to The Intentional Podcast. Setting aside time for prayer and Scripture meditation can change the posture of your day. Thank you for spending a few minutes with us as we turn our attention to what Jesus has for the day ahead.TWO MINUTES OF SILENCESCRIPTURES:Isaiah 55 NLTBREATH PRAYER:Take a breath in as you pray, “Speak, Lord...”Let the breath out and pray, “...your servant is listening.”REFLECTION QUESTIONS: What phrases stood out to you?What might God be saying to you through this passage, and how can you respond today?
Welcome to The Intentional Podcast. Setting aside time for prayer and Scripture meditation can change the posture of your day. Thank you for spending a few minutes with us as we turn our attention to what Jesus has for the day ahead.TWO MINUTES OF SILENCESCRIPTURE:Job 38:1-11 NLTBREATH PRAYER: Take a breath in as you pray, “You are here God...”Let the breath out and pray, “...and so am I.”REFLECTION QUESTIONS: What phrases stood out to you?What might God be saying to you through this passage, and how can you respond today?
Welcome to The Intentional Podcast. Setting aside time for prayer and Scripture meditation can change the posture of your day. Thank you for spending a few minutes with us as we turn our attention to what Jesus has for the day ahead.TWO MINUTES OF SILENCESCRIPTURE:Matthew 6:25-34 NLTBREATH PRAYER: Take a breath in as you pray, “You are here God...”Let the breath out and pray, “...and so am I.”REFLECTION QUESTIONS: What phrases stood out to you?What might God be saying to you through this passage, and how can you respond today?
Welcome to The Intentional Podcast. Setting aside time for prayer and Scripture meditation can change the posture of your day. Thank you for spending a few minutes with us as we turn our attention to what Jesus has for the day ahead.TWO MINUTES OF SILENCESCRIPTURE:Matthew 6:19-24 NLTBREATH PRAYER: Take a breath in as you pray, “You are here God...”Let the breath out and pray, “...and so am I.”REFLECTION QUESTIONS: What phrases stood out to you?What might God be saying to you through this passage, and how can you respond today?
Welcome to The Intentional Podcast. Setting aside time for prayer and Scripture meditation can change the posture of your day. Thank you for spending a few minutes with us as we turn our attention to what Jesus has for the day ahead.TWO MINUTES OF SILENCESCRIPTURE:Matthew 5:13-16 NLTBREATH PRAYER: Take a breath in as you pray, “You are here God...”Let the breath out and pray, “...and so am I.” REFLECTION QUESTIONS: What phrases stood out to you?What might God be saying to you through this passage, and how can you respond today?
Welcome to The Intentional Podcast. Setting aside time for prayer and Scripture meditation can change the posture of your day. Thank you for spending a few minutes with us as we turn our attention to what Jesus has for the day ahead.TWO MINUTES OF SILENCESCRIPTURE:Psalm 42 NLTBREATH PRAYER: Take a breath in as you pray, “You are here God...”Let the breath out and pray, “...and so am I.”REFLECTION QUESTIONS: What phrases stood out to you?What might God be saying to you through this passage, and how can you respond today?
Welcome to The Intentional Podcast. Setting aside time for prayer and Scripture meditation can change the posture of your day. Thank you for spending a few minutes with us as we turn our attention to what Jesus has for the day ahead.TWO MINUTES OF SILENCESCRIPTURE:Matthew 5:1-11 NLTBREATH PRAYER: Take a breath in as you pray, “You are here God...”Let the breath out and pray, “...and so am I.”REFLECTION QUESTIONS: What phrases stood out to you?What might God be saying to you through this passage, and how can you respond today?
Welcome to The Intentional Podcast. Setting aside time for prayer and Scripture meditation can change the posture of your day. Thank you for spending a few minutes with us as we turn our attention to what Jesus has for the day ahead.TWO MINUTES OF SILENCESCRIPTURE:Matthew 4:1-11 NLTBREATH PRAYER: Take a breath in as you pray, “You are here God...”Let the breath out and pray, “...and so am I.”REFLECTION QUESTIONS: What phrases stood out to you?What might God be saying to you through this passage, and how can you respond today?
Welcome to The Intentional Podcast. Setting aside time for prayer and Scripture meditation can change the posture of your day. Thank you for spending a few minutes with us as we turn our attention to what Jesus has for the day ahead.TWO MINUTES OF SILENCESCRIPTURE:Psalm 51 NLTBREATH PRAYER:Take a breath in as you pray, “In your presence, oh God...”Let the breath out and pray, “...there is fullness of joy.”REFLECTION QUESTIONS: What phrases stood out to you?What might God be saying to you through this passage, and how can you respond today?
Welcome to The Intentional Podcast. Setting aside time for prayer and Scripture meditation can change the posture of your day. Thank you for spending a few minutes with us as we turn our attention to what Jesus has for the day ahead.TWO MINUTES OF SILENCESCRIPTURE:Psalm 30 NLTBREATH PRAYER:Take a breath in as you pray, “Speak, Lord...”Let the breath out and pray, “...your servant is listening.”REFLECTION QUESTIONS: What phrases stood out to you?What might God be saying to you through this passage, and how can you respond today?
Welcome to The Intentional Podcast. Setting aside time for prayer and Scripture meditation can change the posture of your day. Thank you for spending a few minutes with us as we turn our attention to what Jesus has for the day ahead.TWO MINUTES OF SILENCESCRIPTURE:Lamentations 3:19-26 NLTBREATH PRAYER:Take a breath in as you pray, “God, you are faithful...”Let the breath out and pray, “...God, you are faithful.”REFLECTION QUESTIONS: What phrases stood out to you?What might God be saying to you through this passage, and how can you respond today?
Welcome to The Intentional Podcast. Setting aside time for prayer and Scripture meditation can change the posture of your day. Thank you for spending a few minutes with us as we turn our attention to what Jesus has for the day ahead.TWO MINUTES OF SILENCESCRIPTURE:Psalm 27 NLTBREATH PRAYER:Take a breath in as you pray, “God, you are faithful...”Let the breath out and pray, “...God, you are faithful.”REFLECTION QUESTIONS: What phrases stood out to you?What might God be saying to you through this passage, and how can you respond today?
Welcome to The Intentional Podcast. Setting aside time for prayer and Scripture meditation can change the posture of your day. Thank you for spending a few minutes with us as we turn our attention to what Jesus has for the day ahead.TWO MINUTES OF SILENCESCRIPTURE:Isaiah 11:1-10 NLTBREATH PRAYER: Take a breath in as you pray, “You are here God...”Let the breath out and pray, “...and so am I.”REFLECTION QUESTIONS: What phrases stood out to you?What might God be saying to you through this passage, and how can you respond today?
Welcome to The Intentional Podcast. Setting aside time for prayer and Scripture meditation can change the posture of your day. Thank you for spending a few minutes with us as we turn our attention to what Jesus has for the day ahead.TWO MINUTES OF SILENCESCRIPTURE:Psalm 19 NLTBREATH PRAYER:Take a breath in as you pray, “In your presence, oh God...”Let the breath out and pray, “...there is fullness of joy.”REFLECTION QUESTIONS: What phrases stood out to you?What might God be saying to you through this passage, and how can you respond today?
Welcome to The Intentional Podcast. Setting aside time for prayer and Scripture meditation can change the posture of your day. Thank you for spending a few minutes with us as we turn our attention to what Jesus has for the day ahead.TWO MINUTES OF SILENCESCRIPTURE:Revelation 4 NLTBREATH PRAYER: Take a breath in as you pray, “God, I long to slow down....”Let the breath out and pray, “...and be in your presence.”REFLECTION QUESTIONS: What phrases stood out to you?What might God be saying to you through this passage, and how can you respond today?
Welcome to The Intentional Podcast. Setting aside time for prayer and Scripture meditation can change the posture of your day. Thank you for spending a few minutes with us as we turn our attention to what Jesus has for the day ahead.TWO MINUTES OF SILENCE:Begin with two minutes of silence. Setting a timer is a good habit if you are new to silence, so you don’t have to think about the time. Recognize that God is present everywhere at the same time. So, intentionally place yourself in the presence of God and become quiet before Him. As you become silent/quiet, what do you hear – voices, traffic, your own breathing, the wind, your heart, distracting thoughts? What do you feel – tension, awkwardness, impatience, weirdness, etc? Try letting those things go. SCRIPTURE:Psalm 139 NLTBREATH PRAYER:Take a breath in as you pray, “God, awaken my heart...”Let the breath out and pray, “...to your great love for me.”REFLECTION QUESTIONS: What phrases stood out to you?What might God be saying to you through this passage, and how can you respond today?
Welcome to The Intentional Podcast. Setting aside time for prayer and Scripture meditation can change the posture of your day. Thank you for spending a few minutes with us as we turn our attention to what Jesus has for the day ahead.TWO MINUTES OF SILENCESCRIPTURE:Isaiah 6:1-7 NLTBREATH PRAYER: Take a breath in as you pray, “You are here God...”Let the breath out and pray, “...and so am I.”REFLECTION QUESTIONS: What phrases stood out to you?What might God be saying to you through this passage, and how can you respond today?
Welcome to The Intentional Podcast. Setting aside time for prayer and Scripture meditation can change the posture of your day. Thank you for spending a few minutes with us as we turn our attention to what Jesus has for the day ahead.TWO MINUTES OF SILENCE:Begin with two minutes of silence. Setting a timer is a good habit if you are new to silence, so you don’t have to think about the time. Recognize that God is present everywhere at the same time. So, intentionally place yourself in the presence of God and become quiet before Him. As you become silent/quiet, what do you hear – voices, traffic, your own breathing, the wind, your heart, distracting thoughts? What do you feel – tension, awkwardness, impatience, weirdness, etc? Try letting those things go. SCRIPTURE: John 1:19-24 NLTBREATH PRAYER:Take a breath in as you pray, “Speak, Lord...”Let the breath out and pray, “...your servant is listening.”REFLECTION QUESTIONS: What phrases stood out to you?What might God be saying to you through this passage, and how can you respond today?
What Is Lent? There are both truths and misconceptions about Lent. When people think of Lent, a variety of things may come to mind – painful religious experiences of forced ritual, or the mystery of our faith, or an important time of spiritual preparation preceding the celebration of the resurrection of our Savior. In the early centuries of the church, the forty days before Easter came to be recognized as the season of Lent (a Latin word that means “spring”), when new converts were prepared for baptism. This included biblical instruction, prayer, repentance, and fasting. In time, the entire church embraced the practices of Lent.Early believers felt that the magnitude of Resurrection called for special preparation. Second-century believers fasted for several days as part of that preparation. Over the next few centuries, 40 days became the accepted length of the Lenten Season, perhaps in remembrance of Jesus’ fasting for 40 days in the wilderness (Matthew 4:1-11). Because early Christians considered it inappropriate to fast on the day of the Resurrection, Sundays were not included in the 40 days. Therefore, the Wednesday 46 days before Easter came to be regarded as the beginning of Lent. Day 1: February 22, 2023TWO MINUTES OF SILENCE: Begin with two minutes of silence. Setting a timer is a good habit if you are new to silence, so you don’t have to think about the time. Recognize that God is present everywhere at the same time. So, intentionally place yourself in the presence of God and become quiet before Him. As you become silent/quiet, what do you hear – voices, traffic, your own breathing, the wind, your heart, distracting thoughts? What do you feel – tension, awkwardness, impatience, weirdness, etc? Try letting those things go. SCRIPTURE: John 1:1-18 NLTBREATH PRAYER: Take a breath in as you pray, “You are here God...”Let the breath out and pray, “...and so am I.”REFLECTION QUESTIONS: What phrases stood out to you?What might God be saying to you through this passage, and how can you respond today?
Welcome to The Intentional Podcast. Setting aside time for prayer and Scripture meditation can change the posture of your day. Thank you for spending a few minutes with us as we turn our attention to what Jesus has for the day ahead.
Welcome to The Intentional Podcast. Setting aside time for prayer and Scripture meditation can change the posture of your day. Thank you for spending a few minutes with us as we turn our attention to what Jesus has for the day ahead.
Welcome to The Intentional Podcast. Setting aside time for prayer and Scripture meditation can change the posture of your day. Thank you for spending a few minutes with us as we turn our attention to what Jesus has for the day ahead.
Welcome to The Intentional Podcast. Setting aside time for prayer and Scripture meditation can change the posture of your day. Thank you for spending a few minutes with us as we turn our attention to what Jesus has for the day ahead.
Welcome to The Intentional Podcast. Setting aside time for prayer and Scripture meditation can change the posture of your day. Thank you for spending a few minutes with us as we turn our attention to what Jesus has for the day ahead.
Welcome to The Intentional Podcast. Setting aside time for prayer and Scripture meditation can change the posture of your day. Thank you for spending a few minutes with us as we turn our attention to what Jesus has for the day ahead.
Welcome to The Intentional Podcast. Setting aside time for prayer and Scripture meditation can change the posture of your day. Thank you for spending a few minutes with us as we turn our attention to what Jesus has for the day ahead.
Welcome to The Intentional Podcast. Setting aside time for prayer and Scripture meditation can change the posture of your day. Thank you for spending a few minutes with us as we turn our attention to what Jesus has for the day ahead.
Welcome to The Intentional Podcast. Setting aside time for prayer and Scripture meditation can change the posture of your day. Thank you for spending a few minutes with us as we turn our attention to what Jesus has for the day ahead.
Welcome to The Intentional Podcast. Setting aside time for prayer and Scripture meditation can change the posture of your day. Thank you for spending a few minutes with us as we turn our attention to what Jesus has for the day ahead.
Welcome to The Intentional Podcast. Setting aside time for prayer and Scripture meditation can change the posture of your day. Thank you for spending a few minutes with us as we turn our attention to what Jesus has for the day ahead.
Welcome to The Intentional Podcast. Setting aside time for prayer and Scripture meditation can change the posture of your day. Thank you for spending a few minutes with us as we turn our attention to what Jesus has for the day ahead.
Welcome to The Intentional Podcast. Setting aside time for prayer and Scripture meditation can change the posture of your day. Thank you for spending a few minutes with us as we turn our attention to what Jesus has for the day ahead.
Welcome to The Intentional Podcast. Setting aside time for prayer and Scripture meditation can change the posture of your day. Thank you for spending a few minutes with us as we turn our attention to what Jesus has for the day ahead.
Welcome to The Intentional Podcast. Setting aside time for prayer and Scripture meditation can change the posture of your day. Thank you for spending a few minutes with us as we turn our attention to what Jesus has for the day ahead.
Welcome to The Intentional Podcast. Setting aside time for prayer and Scripture meditation can change the posture of your day. Thank you for spending a few minutes with us as we turn our attention to what Jesus has for the day ahead.
Welcome to The Intentional Podcast. Setting aside time for prayer and Scripture meditation can change the posture of your day. Thank you for spending a few minutes with us as we turn our attention to what Jesus has for the day ahead.
Welcome to The Intentional Podcast. Setting aside time for prayer and Scripture meditation can change the posture of your day. Thank you for spending a few minutes with us as we turn our attention to what Jesus has for the day ahead.
Welcome to The Intentional Podcast. Setting aside time for prayer and Scripture meditation can change the posture of your day. Thank you for spending a few minutes with us as we turn our attention to what Jesus has for the day ahead.
Welcome to The Intentional Podcast. Setting aside time for prayer and Scripture meditation can change the posture of your day. Thank you for spending a few minutes with us as we turn our attention to what Jesus has for the day ahead.
Welcome to The Intentional Podcast. Setting aside time for prayer and Scripture meditation can change the posture of your day. Thank you for spending a few minutes with us as we turn our attention to what Jesus has for the day ahead.
Welcome to The Intentional Podcast. Setting aside time for prayer and Scripture meditation can change the posture of your day. Thank you for spending a few minutes with us as we turn our attention to what Jesus has for the day ahead.
Welcome to The Intentional Podcast. Setting aside time for prayer and Scripture meditation can change the posture of your day. Thank you for spending a few minutes with us as we turn our attention to what Jesus has for the day ahead.
Welcome to The Intentional Podcast. Setting aside time for prayer and Scripture meditation can change the posture of your day. Thank you for spending a few minutes with us as we turn our attention to what Jesus has for the day ahead.
Welcome to The Intentional Podcast. Setting aside time for prayer and Scripture meditation can change the posture of your day. Thank you for spending a few minutes with us as we turn our attention to what Jesus has for the day ahead.
Welcome to The Intentional Podcast. Setting aside time for prayer and Scripture meditation can change the posture of your day. Thank you for spending a few minutes with us as we turn our attention to what Jesus has for the day ahead.
Welcome to The Intentional Podcast. Setting aside time for prayer and Scripture meditation can change the posture of your day. Thank you for spending a few minutes with us as we turn our attention to what Jesus has for the day ahead.
Welcome to The Intentional Podcast. Setting aside time for prayer and Scripture meditation can change the posture of your day. Thank you for spending a few minutes with us as we turn our attention to what Jesus has for the day ahead.
Welcome to The Intentional Podcast. Setting aside time for prayer and Scripture meditation can change the posture of your day. Thank you for spending a few minutes with us as we turn our attention to what Jesus has for the day ahead.
Welcome to The Intentional Podcast. Setting aside time for prayer and Scripture meditation can change the posture of your day. Thank you for spending a few minutes with us as we turn our attention to what Jesus has for the day ahead.
Welcome to The Intentional Podcast. Setting aside time for prayer and Scripture meditation can change the posture of your day. Thank you for spending a few minutes with us as we turn our attention to what Jesus has for the day ahead.
Welcome to The Intentional Podcast. Setting aside time for prayer and Scripture meditation can change the posture of your day. Thank you for spending a few minutes with us as we turn our attention to what Jesus has for the day ahead.
Welcome to The Intentional Podcast. Setting aside time for prayer and Scripture meditation can change the posture of your day. Thank you for spending a few minutes with us as we turn our attention to what Jesus has for the day ahead.
Welcome to The Intentional Podcast. Setting aside time for prayer and Scripture meditation can change the posture of your day. Thank you for spending a few minutes with us as we turn our attention to what Jesus has for the day ahead.
Welcome to The Intentional Podcast. Setting aside time for prayer and Scripture meditation can change the posture of your day. Thank you for spending a few minutes with us as we turn our attention to what Jesus has for the day ahead.
Welcome to The Intentional Podcast. Setting aside time for prayer and Scripture meditation can change the posture of your day. Thank you for spending a few minutes with us as we turn our attention to what Jesus has for the day ahead.
Welcome to The Intentional Podcast. Setting aside time for prayer and Scripture meditation can change the posture of your day. Thank you for spending a few minutes with us as we turn our attention to what Jesus has for the day ahead.
Welcome to The Intentional Podcast. Setting aside time for prayer and Scripture meditation can change the posture of your day. Thank you for spending a few minutes with us as we turn our attention to what Jesus has for the day ahead.
Welcome to The Intentional Podcast. Setting aside time for prayer and Scripture meditation can change the posture of your day. Thank you for spending a few minutes with us as we turn our attention to what Jesus has for the day ahead.
Welcome to The Intentional Podcast. Setting aside time for prayer and Scripture meditation can change the posture of your day. Thank you for spending a few minutes with us as we turn our attention to what Jesus has for the day ahead.
Welcome to The Intentional Podcast. Setting aside time for prayer and Scripture meditation can change the posture of your day. Thank you for spending a few minutes with us as we turn our attention to what Jesus has for the day ahead.
Welcome to The Intentional Podcast. Setting aside time for prayer and Scripture meditation can change the posture of your day. Thank you for spending a few minutes with us as we turn our attention to what Jesus has for the day ahead.
Welcome to The Intentional Podcast. Setting aside time for prayer and Scripture meditation can change the posture of your day. Thank you for spending a few minutes with us as we turn our attention to what Jesus has for the day ahead.
Welcome to The Intentional Podcast. Setting aside time for prayer and Scripture meditation can change the posture of your day. Thank you for spending a few minutes with us as we turn our attention to what Jesus has for the day ahead.
Welcome to The Intentional Podcast. Setting aside time for prayer and Scripture meditation can change the posture of your day. Thank you for spending a few minutes with us as we turn our attention to what Jesus has for the day ahead.
Welcome to The Intentional Podcast. Setting aside time for prayer and Scripture meditation can change the posture of your day. Thank you for spending a few minutes with us as we turn our attention to what Jesus has for the day ahead.
Welcome to The Intentional Podcast. Setting aside time for prayer and Scripture meditation can change the posture of your day. Thank you for spending a few minutes with us as we turn our attention to what Jesus has for the day ahead.
Welcome to The Intentional Podcast. Setting aside time for prayer and Scripture meditation can change the posture of your day. Thank you for spending a few minutes with us as we turn our attention to what Jesus has for the day ahead.