Meditations From The Shepherds

Matthew 1:21 This meditation from Matthew 1 reminds me of how Joseph must have felt as he stepped back to watch his wife give birth to a Savior. Does Encounter help you worship the Savior?  Please consider giving! How might you help another discover the love of God?

Luke 2:11 This meditation will follow the humble shepherds on their passage that evening as they received the birth announcement. They were the first to open it and the first to share it. Does Encounter help you celebrate the Christ child?  Please consider giving! When did you first receive the gift of Christ?

Luke 2:8-21 This meditation from Luke 2 will follow the humble shepherds on their passage that evening, as they were the first to receive the birth announcement.  Does Encounter help you worship the Savior?  Please consider giving! When did you first hear the Good News of Jesus?

Isaiah 7:14 This meditation from Isaiah 7 and Luke 2 will follow Mary and Joseph's journey on the evening that opened earth to heaven and changed the world forever. Does Encounter help you know your Savior?  Please consider giving! Who in your life is still searching for the Child in the manger?

John 3:16-17 This meditation is a reflection on the truth that God did not send His Son into the world to condemn you, but so that you might be saved through Him. Does Encounter help you find joy?  Please consider supporting us. Is there someone in your life you need to forgive?

John 1:4-5 The theme of this meditation from John 1 is overcoming the darkness as we long for the hope found in even a glimmer of divine magnificence. Does Encounter help you see God's light?  Please consider giving! Do you have a friend suffering in the dark, who needs God's light?

Proverbs 2:8 This meditation is a reflection on walking the path of God. Encounter peace as He guards your steps, relief in being on the path of righteousness, and comfort in being guided along the wise way. Does Encounter help you walk with the Lord?  Please consider giving! Whose path are you traveling?

Philippians 4:6 The theme of this guided audio meditation from Philippians 4 will help you shift your focus to see the spiritual benefits of anxiety-- seeing your anxiety as a reminder to live an authentic Christian life. Does Encounter help you find peace?  Please consider giving! What anxious thoughts do you need to give to God?

Colossians 3:13 This guided audio meditation from Colossians 3 is designed to encourage you to slip out from behind your mask and face the world, removing your worldly disguise in favor of your new self.  Does Encounter help you live more authentically?  Please consider giving! What masks do you wear?

Matthew 3:8 I pray this meditation from Matthew 3 will encourage you to examine your own life for signs of a changed heart.  Does Encounter help you live an authentic Christian life?  Please consider giving! What spiritual fruit is your life producing?